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Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
3 Part Reflection - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1969 (Mon. 8-31-26)

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 6:11


“Send Coach John a message”Found a great reflection post for today from The Mindfulness Meditation Institute (@TrainingMindful) where this thought was shared:  “Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines  what you do.  Attitude determines  how well you do it.” - Raymond Chandler.  These 3 things we all can look at a bit better and look at improving them. Our abilities, yes.. We are born with them, but we can improve upon those and others with focused intent.  I for sure need to remember that Motivation is an inside job and of course that goes along with my Attitude too.  I control those and I can and I must, bet better at them.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
One Question To Start Your Day - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thur. 8-27-26 - #1967

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 5:22


“Send Coach John a message”I found a post from Damon West (@damonwest7) that reminded me about how to get my day going.  He shared this:  “Start your day with one question: how am I going to show up today for myself and for others?  Because your attitude, your effort, and your presence will shape every room you walk into.”  Then spend the day doing your best to be your best for yourself and others.  In all that I have to do, mowing the lawn for example, I need to show up and do my best since I can't do the entire lawn at once - I need to focus in and get the front yard done today and do it the best that I can despite the pain I'm in.  I need to show up and do my best, even when I run an errand that has to get done. Every little thing that we do, it's better when we show up and do our best.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
"Give 'em Yours" - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 8-26-26 - #1966

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 3:02


“Send Coach John a message”I came across a fabulous reminder that is connected to a legend who just passed away.  Gratitude HQ (@gratefuledu64) shared this quote from Dolly Parton “If you see someone without a smile today, give ‘em yours.”  What a fantastic reminder for us to not only help others, but it's also a simple way for us to help ourselves too.  It's also something that is so simple to do and yet, it has a wonderful result attached to it too.  So many people are carrying worries among other things, that a simple smile can remind them of better things.  The legacy of Dolly Parton is something that is being shared all over the world by so many different people since she passed away recently.  What a legacy she has left for us to help live better lives. These hashtags were also part of the post:  #WednesdayWisdom #ThankYouDolly.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Motivation Daily by Motiversity
IT'S TIME TO RESET, RESTART, REFOCUS - Best Motivational Speech | Coach Pain

Motivation Daily by Motiversity

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 19:38


YOU NEED TO RESET, RESTART, AND REFOCUS! No matter how many obstacles or setbacks you face, you have the power to hit the reset button. Resetting does not mean starting completely over, it means refocusing, using what is already inside you, and starting up again to construct a different version of yourself. Powerful Motivational Speech featuring Coach Pain. SpeakerCoach PainYouTube: http://bit.ly/2LmRyeaInstagram: http://bit.ly/2XLcLW5Website: http://bit.ly/2YTgWvqBook Coach Pain to speak at your organization: https://bit.ly/BookCoachPainMusicReally Slow Motion Buy their music:Amazon : http://amzn.to/1lTltY5iTunes: http://bit.ly/1ee3l8KSpotify: http://bit.ly/1r3lPvNEpic Motiversity Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
By The Way - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Tues. 8-25-26 - #1965

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 5:22


“Send Coach John a message”I found a fabulous post from Clint Hurdle (@ClintHurdle13), which by the way every post he puts out there is to help others. He's the author of one of my favorite books, “Hurdle-isms - Wit and Wisdom from a Lifetime in Baseball.”  Check Coach out along with his book too!  Two things I found from a recent post of his all dealing with some of his connections to Alcoholics Anonymous. First, he reminds us “by the way, it costs $0 to cheer for others.”  What an amazing and powerful reminder for all of us.  In a world where things seem to be crazier and crazier each and every day (especially in our country due to one person and his out of touch supporters), we all can do something to cheer on others and lift them up!  There was also this quote as part of his post too: “If you think that you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito!”   That one for sure hammers home the point about we are never too small to make a difference for others.  My friends, keep finding things to remind you about the great things you can accomplish for others and that will lead you to doing the same for yourself too!   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
The Power of One Yes in Your Community

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 35:11


Dr. Bob Griffith and Rev. Wendy Griffith share about the life-changing impact on a community through foster care. Drawing from their own experience as foster and adoptive parents, the Griffiths share how one simple “yes” can open the door to compassion, discipleship, and lasting community transformation. You'll be encouraged to consider practical ways you can become the hands and feet of Jesus by supporting vulnerable children and foster families—whether by opening your home, serving your local church, or coming alongside those already caring for kids in need.BOB AND WENDY'S BOOK: Get a copy of Bob and Wendy Griffith's book, Fostering Jesus: Answering the Call to Foster Care in the Home and Church, for a donation of any amount to Wait No More to help foster children.WAIT NO MORE: Children-focused. Family-founded. Wait No More helps foster, adoptive, and kinship families thrive in Christ.Shop our podcast storeJIM'S BOOK: Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.TRUTH RISING: The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now!BOB'S WEBSITE: Learn more about Dr. Bob and his ministry.

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Keep Getting Better - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1963

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 2:51


“Send Coach John a message”I was reminded (again), of how important it is to simply be open to wanting to get better. The podcast I was listening to that really got me thinking about this topic was from Jon Gordon's podcast, tilted “Rise To Lead” where he interviews his guest Doug Dentler, a CFO with a company who has written a book about this.  The mindset it takes to simply want to get better is HUGE!  I love the reminders that I heard about even people that have this bigtime title (CFO), need to still find people to help them become better. It's a journey I am on always - and my podcast is something that I hope helps you in your journey to continuing self improvement.  Go out there and find things you connect with in order to keep finding ways to get better.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Success Happens Twice - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. 8-24-26 - #1964

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 3:46


“Send Coach John a message”Finding myself in the mobile studio again for this one, I found this from Mindset Machine (@mindsetmachine) where this idea was shared about Success - “Success happens twice.  First in the mind, then in the grind.  Picture it, work it, own it.”   This helped to remind me that I need to put in a lot more work other than just thinking about the ideas I have.  I need to really put more effort into working for them, which will help me own them too.  Imagine connecting these two ideas about success. What can you do with our ideas that you have??   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Feminine Power Time with Christine Arylo
282 :The Coherency Creator: Our Power to Create Harmony & Possibility Out of Chaos & Conflict

Feminine Power Time with Christine Arylo

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2026 85:47


The Coherency Creator: Feminine Leadership Archetype #7 of 8  "Through my presence, I bring things into order. I see what is out of alignment. I can pinpoint what causes disharmony." There is so much chaos, noise, and incoherency being thrown at us right now — and within us.The Coherency Creator gives us access to our power to work with the field - our own inner field and the fields (ecosystems, situations, relationships, interactions) we show up in - to bring situations, relationships, and realities into a resonant state of order and harmony. Not by fixing, saving or forcing. But through our presence. And our ability to speak and embody what is called the power of "loving truth." Consider this: We each can choose to be leaders in our lives, relationships, teams, family systems and community. We each have the power to shift a room, create harmony and order out of chaos and conflict, and open space for new possibility. Just by showing up centered, grounded, and clear. Which sounds much easier than it is in real time practice! In this episode, we welcome in The Coherency Creator to explore what it means to consciously wield this power in your life right now. Here's a snippet of the power within us when we tap into this … "I lead us to create structure that innately creates harmony between all the parts." (get the full written transmission here)  Why this matters now: The chaos we are experiencing all around us is not accidental. When there is continual chaos, it keeps people stuck in the shadow frequencies of fear, blame, shame, and isolation. And we cannot create what's next from inside of that. The more of us who can consciously show up as coherency creators - in our own inner field first, and then in the fields around us - the more we shift what's possible. We don't have to fix it all. We don't have to be at the top of a hierarchy to embody this power. Often our most powerful act is simply to be a grounded, compassionate, honest, and clear presence in the room. Some of What We'll explore: Coherency as a Superpower - what it actually is, why it's so undervalued, and why the words alignment, resonance, harmony, beauty, clarity, presence, ease, and grace matter more than ever right now Your Body, Voice & Being as a Sword of Loving Truth - a somatic practice for understanding how your presence, energy, frequency, and essence work together to shift a room and create harmony and order out of chaos and conflict Incoherency Indicators - how to recognize when you're out of coherency in yourself or in the field, so you can work with your emotions and judgments and shift your energy on the inside before responding on the outside The Drama Triangle Flip - moving from victim, perpetrator, and fixer into creator, challenger, and coach — a simple but mighty tool for creating coherency Three Practices - simple, medium, large: Get Curious Instead of Critical; Proactive Power Pauses; and a five-part Elevation Practice for moving from incoherency to harmony step by step P.S. ✨ Get access to other episodes in this series here on the Feminine Power Time Wisdom Library. See you there!  Christine  **** Making this real and practical in your life: CONNECT + CONVERSATE to ELEVATE >>> Share this episode with a friend and conversate together on the inquiries and practices to make it real. RESOURCES A Beginner's Guide to Constructing the Universe by Michael S. Schneider — learn more. Overwhelmed and Over It by Christine Arylo — Chapter 12 — learn more. Fall Power Pause: Reset. Release Pressure. Refocus — www.FallPowerPause.com Eight Facets of Compassion Podcast — https://christinearylo.com/2025/03/facets-of-compassion/ Power Pauses for teams and groups → teampowerpause.com Feminine Wisdom Way Collective → femininewisdomway.com Daily Centering Practice Kit → dailypracticekit.com 3. WORK WITH the ILLUMINATION INQUIRIES -  Access on my Wisdom Library here. 4. CONNECT:  Subscribe to Christine's Monthly Wisdom Letters Connect with Christine on LinkedIn Join us in the Feminine Wisdom Cafe, a private online community Watch on YouTube  

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Be Someone Who Still Tries - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 8-21-26 - #1962

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 6:08


“Send Coach John a message”Another fired up post that I found and it reminds me of so many things. It comes from  Reads with Ravi (@readswithravi) and the simple message is:  “Be someone who still tries.” The details of the post are here:  “Be someone who still tries.  After failure, frustrations, and heartache - be a person who musters up the courage to try and believe that good things are yet to come.”   A big part of this is realizing every single human has failures, frustrations and heartache!  It's up to us to choose what we will do with those things.  Just like yesterday's message, this one too reminds us to keep going and to keep caring!!  I had a great conversation with my good friend Joe D. (former boss) - and one of the things we spoke about was the old saying, “do not grow weary doing good.”   Joe gave me a copy of “The 10 Commandments of Leadership” from Dr. Kent M. Keith, and one of them as this: #2 “If you do good, people will accuse you of selfish ulterior motives.  Do good anyway.”  Keep trying my friends! I know I need to keep it up too!   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Formula For Luck - Daily Thought with Coach Daly - Mon. 8-17-26 - #1958

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 5:58


“Send Coach John a message”I found a great “formula” for all of us to use in our lives.  It comes from Reads with Ravi (@readswithravi) and it's The (Complete) Formula for Getting Lucky!!  It is Preparation (personal growth) + Attitude (belief / mindset) + Opportunity (a good thing coming your way) + Action (doing something about it) = LUCK!  So many of these things we can work on creating every single day and then we will see different results for sure compared to if we didn't have this formula.  Keep investing in each of these pieces of this formula my friends.  I need to keep this up for sure!!   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Doing Good - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 8-13-26 - #1955

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 6:05


“Send Coach John a message”I found this powerful reminder from Nancy Lieberman (@NancyLieberman) all connected to why we do the right thing. “If you do good expecting a reward, that is when it stops being a virtue.  Real growth is not a transaction.  You do not do good to collect something.  You do it because you are already something.”  BOOM!!  What a powerful reminder about how we go about our lives, every day!  Doing the right thing is the way to go because it's the right thing.  We should live our lives more and more with this. Again, think of how the world would be a much better place.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Easy - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 8-12-26 - #1954

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 8:43


“Send Coach John a message”I found a much needed reminder from Mindset Machine (@mindsetmachine) where this was shared:  “People are addicted to easy and easy is the reason their life stays hard.”  In today's world with so many distractions and things that we can choose from on how to spend our time - it is not difficult to choose easy things.  I've done it for sure. But you know what?  As I reflect and connect to this concept, I look back at all the times where I took my foot off the accelerator and just did things that were fun (watch t.v., spend time playing games, time on my phone and computer looking up nonsense, etc.), then I felt down about myself.  I felt drained actually.  I felt tired and worn out.  Then I had no focus and energy to do things that really mattered and were important.  There is the thought, if we always choose what's easy and fun all the time, later the price to be paid is a lot worse. Our life will not be fun and it will be more difficult than it really had to be.  This does not mean to never have fun. It's a necessary part of life for sure. But not all the time.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
James Brown: Modeling Faith and Integrity

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 66:34


NFL on CBS host James Brown shares about family and modeling integrity through his Christian faith.SPORTS AND FAITH: Sign up for the Sports and Faith Collection!PRO-LIFE: When we see life the way God sees it, we take action. Find out how you can stand with women during an unexpected pregnancy.JIM'S BOOK: Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
"You + Motivation = Success" - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1951

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 6:02


“Send Coach John a message”I had a memory come back to me this Monday morning - it's about a formula that I heard from Coach Jim Valvano.  He shared this:  “You + Motivation = Success.”  You can find a clip of his talk HERE as he shares this mindset. (An incredible speaker sharing things like this… Love Coach Jimmy V).  We have the incredible gift of choice. We can make the choices every day to fill in this formula however we want to do.  Make sure you listen to the video as he shares it much better than I ever could!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Time To Get Aggressive - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Mon. 8-10-26 - #1952

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 7:28


“Send Coach John a message”Another gem of a reminder came across my wire this morning and it comes from Reads with Ravi (@readswithravi) and the reminder was this:  “It's time to get more aggressive about the life you want.”  The time is now.  We are all running out of it and it's later than we think.  Have that conversation with the person in the mirror as to what this is made up of.  The little things that only you know about that have to do.  Amazing things that you can start to work on towards your health, finances, relationships, etc.  Keep taking little but aggressive steps toward the things you want to make your life be all about.  Also, take the aggressive steps towards removing the things, people, thoughts, words we speak to ourselves, etc., that keep us from building the life we want to build.  Lot's of work to do - but totally worth it. Start today! Your future self will be proud you did.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Pole Creek Baptist Church
Refocus: Our Lives Passion and Purpose

Pole Creek Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2026


Pastor Brian Henderson

Relevant Live
Refocus | Week 2 | Sunday, August 9th 2026 | Pastor Chris Sarno

Relevant Live

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2026 39:31


What does it look like when good things quietly become the wrong things? In Luke 14, Jesus tells a parable about a great feast where every invited guest had a perfectly reasonable excuse for not showing up. Property to inspect. Oxen to evaluate. A new marriage to tend to. None of these were bad things. But in the moment the invitation came, each person chose something else. That choice reveals something sobering: the greatest threat to our calling is rarely outright rebellion. It is the slow drift of letting good priorities quietly outrank God. This message challenges us to take an honest look at what we are actually placing first. Are we treating our relationship with God as a privilege or a burden? Are we showing up when he calls, or are we handing him a list of reasonable explanations that lead to regrettable outcomes? The feast is prepared. The invitation has gone out. The question is whether we will take the seat that has been set for us, or let someone else sit in it while we tend to everything else. Welcome to Relevant Church Live, the online campus of Relevant Church located in Daytona Beach, Florida. We pray that through this service you find your place, reveal your purpose, and unlock your potential! We pray this message blesses you and gives you the strength you need to do and be all that God has called you to do and be! Leave a comment below letting us know how this message impacted you today, we'd love to chat with you! #RelevantChurch #ReFocus #PastorChrisSarno -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Give: Text to Give: Text your amount to 888-364-4483 Online Giving: Visit our website http://www.relevantfl.org/giving to give via debit, credit, or ACH Mail It In: Send gift Via USPS to 920 Beville Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stay Connected: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @RelevantChurch Relevant Church Website: https://www.relevantfl.org/ Relevant Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevant_fl/ Relevant Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RelevantFL Relevant Church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relevant_fl Relevant Church App: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1615804850?fbclid=IwAR3aHqo_6kr8Tzd_JK6xihjfJkVk6j7-iqITDj1u1wFicDLn6g6C29gL3LY Rkidz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rkidzfl Relevant Youth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevantflyouth/ Relevant Church Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nUtPIkecEehfstUWWPIVU?si=QBMEtu85SyuU3FxRM1X7lg&nd=1 Pastor Chris Sarno's Website: https://www.chrissarno.tv/ Chris Sarno App: http://www.chrissarno.tv/app -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Genesis 8:22 Luke 14:15-24 Luke 10:38-42 Matthew 6:33 1 John 2:28 Romans 10:9-10 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, August 9th 2026 Pastor Chris Sarno Relevant Church Refocus | Week 2 | Sunday, August 9th 2026 | Pastor Chris Sarno | Relevant Church

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Your Greatest Advantage - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Fri. 8-7-26 - #1950

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 7:24


“Send Coach John a message”Wow.. did I need to find this one and connect with it. It comes from Mind Decoded Psch (@mindDecodedpsch) and they are sharing this thought that: “You don't need more time.”  The main post shares this:  “Protect your focus.  It's your greatest advantage.”   This hit me hard as I re-posted it with this thought:  “Looking back, I've done mostly a poor job at this … I know I will keep trying to get better.”  It's true.  We don't need to look to have more time if we keep having poor habits that our life is influenced by. There are so many examples every single day where I know a little more focus would help me more than I know.  Our focus helps us to make choices and do things we need to do in order to live our best lives.  Think about all the times where this is true.  Look in your rear-view mirror and connect how true this statement is.  I know I sure do have plenty of times in my past. The key is for me (and us) to learn from those moments, not to beat ourselves up about them.  Keep.  Getting.  Better!  Look to protect your focus, just once.  Then do it again. And again.  I sure do know that I need to work on this one moment at a time.  I will keep trying for sure.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Your Greatest Currency - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Thurs. 8-6-26 - #1949

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 9:13


“Send Coach John a message”I came across a post from Mark Hickie (@MPHickie) where he shares this reminder: “Be a light to someone else! There is no greater flex than the positive impact you can have on another life. Your greatest currency is the effect you have on others!” #BeALight.  Listen to the passion that (@itjusttrey) has in sharing this message. I know there seems to be a ton of negativity, anger, hatred, division, lies, etc., out and around our world right now.  All of us can make a difference if we look to keep getting better ourselves (our character, integrity, love for ourselves, etc.), and if we look to serve others more. Good stuff that I needed reminders about for sure. Hope this helps you too.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
Stop Waiting. Start Now! - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 8-5-26 - #1948

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 6:20


“Send Coach John a message”I found a fantastic and simple reminder from Jim Rohn Official (@OfficialJimRohn) where this truth is shared with us.  "You don't have to be great to get started, but you have to get started to be great." — Jim Rohn “Stop waiting. Start now!”  Yes, it is simple, but for many it's not easy to do. Why? Life gets in the way. Excuses take front and center in our lives. For me, I need to grasp onto the truth that the reason why things I want to happen, have not happened - are all on my shoulders.  I cannot blame others. It's the person in the mirror for sure. He and I need to have a conversation and then, what is one small step I can take towards getting things going! Then again and again and again.  One small step at a time, repeated over and over again will make a difference!!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Relevant Live
Refocus | Week 1 | Sunday, August 2nd 2026 | Pastor Chris Sarno

Relevant Live

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2026 39:26


What does it mean to truly fix our gaze on what matters most? This message takes us on a journey into the discipline of refocusing, reminding us that life is constantly competing for our attention. Drawing from the dramatic account in Matthew 14, where Peter steps out of a storm-tossed boat and walks on water toward Jesus, we are confronted with a powerful truth: the storm was already raging before Peter ever got out of the boat. It was not the storm that caused him to sink. It was the moment he shifted his eyes away from Jesus and toward the chaos surrounding him. That shift in focus changed everything. This is not just a story about a disciple on the water. It is a mirror held up to our own lives, showing us how often we allow the noise of disappointment, pressure, fear, and routine to slowly erode the clarity of our spiritual vision. The message challenges us to ask honest questions: What has quietly stolen our attention? What are we still carrying that God never asked us to pick up? And are we running on yesterday's revelation rather than staying sensitive to what God is saying right now? Refocusing is not a sign of failure. It is an act of wisdom, a deliberate turning of our gaze back to what is eternal and true. Welcome to Relevant Church Live, the online campus of Relevant Church located in Daytona Beach, Florida. We pray that through this service you find your place, reveal your purpose, and unlock your potential! We pray this message blesses you and gives you the strength you need to do and be all that God has called you to do and be! Leave a comment below letting us know how this message impacted you today, we'd love to chat with you! #RelevantChurch #ReFocus #PastorChrisSarno -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Give: Text to Give: Text your amount to 888-364-4483 Online Giving: Visit our website http://www.relevantfl.org/giving to give via debit, credit, or ACH Mail It In: Send gift Via USPS to 920 Beville Rd. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stay Connected: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: @RelevantChurch Relevant Church Website: https://www.relevantfl.org/ Relevant Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevant_fl/ Relevant Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RelevantFL Relevant Church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relevant_fl Relevant Church App: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1615804850?fbclid=IwAR3aHqo_6kr8Tzd_JK6xihjfJkVk6j7-iqITDj1u1wFicDLn6g6C29gL3LY Rkidz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rkidzfl Relevant Youth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relevantflyouth/ Relevant Church Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nUtPIkecEehfstUWWPIVU?si=QBMEtu85SyuU3FxRM1X7lg&nd=1 Pastor Chris Sarno's Website: https://www.chrissarno.tv/ Chris Sarno App: http://www.chrissarno.tv/app -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Scripture References: Genesis 8:22 Numbers 13:30 Exodus 40:36-37 Matthew 14:24-31 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Malachi 3:10-11 Hebrews Ephesians 3:20 James 4:2 Mark 4:28 John 8:36 Romans 10:9-10 Romans 8:38-39 2 Corinthians 5:8 2 Corinthians 10:12 Psalm 103:2 Matthew 7:24-27 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, August 2nd 2026 Pastor Chris Sarno Relevant Church Refocus | Week 1 | Sunday, August 2nd 2026 | Pastor Chris Sarno | Relevant Church

Beating Cancer Daily with Saranne Rothberg ~ Stage IV Cancer Survivor

In today's episode of Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne talks about fearlessness amidst the journey of battling cancer. Having beaten Stage IV cancer herself, Saranne reflects on her experiences and explores the scientific aspects of bravery and anxiety. She examines a recent study on serotonin's role in fear management and shares personal anecdotes, including a harrowing ocean rescue with her daughter, to illustrate her innate calmness and courage. Tune in to discover practical techniques like the four R's—Relabel, Reattribute, Refocus, Revalue—and learn how humor and perspective can help manage fear and anxiety. Get ready to laugh, learn, and live your best days as we navigate this journey of beating cancer daily together.2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series FinalistRanked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025. Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne

The Sanctuary Live!
Refocus - Part 4 | Pastor Mitchell Bland | 7.29.26

The Sanctuary Live!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 44:38


Refocus - Part 4 - Pastor Mitchell Bland

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
I Can't Believe vs. I Wish I Did - Daily Thought With Coach Daly - Wed. 7-29-26 - #1942

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 6:39


“Send Coach John a message”I shared this post that I found from Mindset Machine (@mindsetmachine) because it's something that I do want to have these moments in my life. The quote is this:  “Make sure your life is full of “I can't believe I did it” instead of “I wish I did it.””  Just imagine you getting to say this more and more.. That you did things that you were proud of along with your loved ones being proud too.  Imagine a string of days, months and years piled up that this statement was true!  Wow.. that would be a fabulous life.  Something that I need to work on for sure.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
Everyday Revolutionaries: Following Jesus in a Polarized Culture

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 61:48


Jim Daly and Pastor J.D. Greear explore how Christians can faithfully engage a polarized culture without losing sight of the gospel. Drawing from J.D.'s book Everyday Revolutionary, he challenges believers to avoid the twin errors of political disengagement and over-identifying Christian hope with political power. He explains the vital distinction between the mission of the church and the calling of individual Christians, urging the church to lead with grace and truth while remaining deeply rooted in community service.Everyday RevolutionaryBOOK: Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE!Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts
You're The Greatest Project - Motivation Monday Game Plan - #1939

Coach John Daly - Coach to Expect Success - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 5:43


“Send Coach John a message”I needed this reminder for sure today - because remember, motivation comes from inside of us for us.  I found it from Art of Life  (@Art0fLife_) and the thought was this:  “You're the greatest project you'll ever work on. Restart.  Reset.  Refocus.  As many times as you need.” This got me refocused right behind the heart… as I needed to restart things with my computer that died over the weekend. I'm trying to get things back running and I needed this reminder.  I know I'll need it again when the next storm comes through as well. The same goes for all of us. Love this reminder…. For you, YOU are the greatest project you will ever work on.  Keep working on YOU!  START OF MY COMPUTER BEING RESETTED.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

Discovery Church - Hickory, NC
Don't Lose Heart

Discovery Church - Hickory, NC

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 38:06


2 Corinthians 4:16-18 How do we keep from losing heart when life feels heavy? Renewed through pressure Refined through the struggle Refocus on the permanent 

Live Hope Minute
How Does Gratitude Refocus Your Hope?

Live Hope Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 1:01 Transcription Available


Achieve Results NOW! Podcast
511: How to Manifest Results

Achieve Results NOW! Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 20:09


In This Episode: Mention the word "manifestation" in a room of high achievers, and you will immediately split the crowd into two extreme camps. On one side, you have the total skeptics who dismiss it as fluff or a useless trend. On the other side, you have people who believe you can sit on a couch, "think and grow rich," and quantum leap your way into success without lifting a finger. The truth is, both camps get it completely wrong. In this episode of the Achieve Results NOW! Podcast, hosts Mark Cardone and Theron Feidt strip away the fluff and deliver a grounded, practical framework for how manifestation actually works in real life. True manifestation isn't magic or wishful thinking; it is the strategic realignment of your subconscious mind, your daily habits, and your active perspective. Drawing from decades of experience training thousands of students in the dojo and coaching business leaders, Mark and Theron break down the exact 3-step action system to help you bridge the gap between where you are and what you want to create. (Plus: Mark and Theron highlight the launch of the brand-new Achieve Results NOW! website! Check it out to easily navigate all 500+ episodes, stream the Refocus to Rise series, and claim your free digital book to get access to upcoming exclusive tools!)

How To Be Awesome At Everything Podcast
356. How To Be Awesome At Resetting Fast

How To Be Awesome At Everything Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 32:23


This is a bold statement but I fully believe it.  The speed at which you recover from life's setbacks has a bigger impact on your future than almost anything else. Examples … Someone says something super rude. Or you get disappointing news. Or you make a big mistake you're so bummed about.    The event lasts a few minutes... but for so many people, the emotional impact lasts for days or longer!  I've been thinking a lot about this lately, and I think one of the greatest skills you can develop isn't avoiding difficult moments... It's learning how to recover from them faster. Imagine two people. The exact same upsetting thing happens to both of them. Person A needs seven days to recover. Person B needs seven minutes. Now imagine that happens hundreds of times over the course of a lifetime. Who builds the better life? Today we're talking about one of the most valuable life skills you can develop... How To Be Awesome At Resetting Fast. Because you can't always control what happens to you... But you can absolutely control how long you let it affect you.      Stop Measuring Failure... Start Measuring Recovery Time Alex Hormozi talks often about speed. Speed of decisions. Speed of learning. Speed of action. But one thing he demonstrates over and over is speed of recovery. He doesn't pretend successful people avoid problems. He believes they simply spend less time emotionally attached to them. Ask yourself: How long do I stay upset? 10 minutes? 10 hours? 10 days? The longer recovery takes... the more expensive every setback becomes. Great performers compress recovery time.   Build Reset Rituals Successful people don't rely on motivation. They have reset systems.   Examples: "I had a bad meeting." → Walk outside. "I argued with someone." → Journal. "I skipped my workout." → Schedule tomorrow before bed. "I feel overwhelmed." → Brain dump.   The faster your ritual... the faster your recovery. I've been through harder.    This is not the worst thing that's ever happened to you.  Identity Doesn't Change Because Of One Decision Or Situation  Mark Manson talks about identity being built through repeated behaviors rather than dramatic declarations. Environment and consistent actions matter more than forcing yourself through shame.  One bad decision doesn't erase years of good ones. One great workout doesn't make you healthy. It's averages. The stock market doesn't go straight up. Neither do you.     Hormozi's Philosophy Alex Hormozi says something along these lines all the time: You don't become exceptional by avoiding hard things. You become exceptional because hard things stop surprising you.   Your response becomes automatic. Problem? Solve. Mistake? Adjust. Failure? Learn. Move. No drama. Just data.   The Compound Effect Of Fast Resets Imagine two people. Both make 200 mistakes this year. Person A Needs seven days to recover. Person B Needs seven minutes.   Who wins? Not because they're smarter. Not because they're more talented. Simply because they spend dramatically more days moving forward. That difference compounds over years.   Challenge For the next 30 days... Stop trying to be perfect. Instead... Become obsessed with shortening your reset time. Miss your workout? Reset tomorrow. Bad conversation? Don't carry it into the evening. Eat poorly? Next meal. Made a bad decision? Learn. Adjust. Move. Your goal isn't to eliminate mistakes.   It's to become someone who never stays down for very long. Because life will keep knocking you off course.   The people who build extraordinary lives aren't the ones who never fall... They're the ones who become world-class at getting back up.   If you remember one thing from today's episode, let it be this: One bad moment should never become a bad day. One bad day should never become a bad week. One bad week should never become a bad year. Your greatest superpower isn't avoiding setbacks... It's refusing to live there. Reset. Refocus. Take the very next right step. That's how extraordinary lives are built... one fast reset at a time.

Ethereum Daily - Crypto News Briefing
Base To Refocus On Assets

Ethereum Daily - Crypto News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 3:17


Jesse Pollak announces a refocus to Base Chain, SummerFi winds down its MakerDAO front end. Uniswap introduces trading tools. And DTCC pilots securities tokenization. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/990 ETH Daily sponsorships are now open. Reach over 10,000 Ethereum-native subscribers every weekday. Learn more at ethdaily.io/ads Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only, not endorsement or investment advice. The accuracy of information is not guaranteed.

Everything Life and Real Estate
Mid-Year Reset: Refocus, Think Bigger & Finish Strong

Everything Life and Real Estate

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 26:10


In this episode, Linda McKissack and Dana Gentry reflect on the halfway point of the year, sharing why now is the perfect time to revisit goals, eliminate distractions, and focus on the opportunities that create the biggest long-term impact. They discuss lessons from the viral "Yap Challenge" and why authentic, simple content often outperforms polished perfection, before diving into the importance of thinking 10X instead of settling for comfort, building passive income through the right partnerships, and challenging yourself to pursue goals that feel just beyond reach

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
Victoria Jackson: Faith in the Spotlight

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 54:59


Victoria Jackson, comedian, actress, and former Saturday Night Live star, shares her signature humor and heartfelt honesty about her life journey. From a faith-filled childhood to a rising career in Hollywood to life’s deepest trials, including her courageous battle with cancer, she demonstrates resilience and joy in this conversation. You'll get a surprising look behind the scenes at SNL and Hollywood from a unique perspective, as Victoria shares with courage and purpose. COMING HOME: There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family. HOPE RESTORED: For couples in crisis – you can still put the pieces of your marriage back together with Hope Restored.AUDIO COLLECTION: What does heaven teach us about God? In this collection, you’ll hear amazing stories and biblical insights about heaven from popular episodes of Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. Featuring guests like John Burke, Lee Strobel, Randy Alcorn and Erwin Lutzer.BOOK: Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God.LEE STROBEL: Lee Strobel demonstrates how many scholars and academics now say science actually points to the existence of a divine Creator. He explores the question of why suffering occurs, even though we have a caring, personal heavenly Father. He will provide you with solid evidence of God’s existence and help you better understand why you can trust and believe in the Creator of the universe.

The John Batchelor Show
S8 Ep1118: Truman's Rally and the Brave Dissent of Margaret Chase Smith GUEST: Nick Bunker In May 1950, a politically wounded Harry Truman embarked on a western tour to rebuild momentum and refocus the nation on his "Fair Deal." Despite a hig

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 7:44


Truman's Rally and the Brave Dissent of Margaret Chase Smith GUEST: Nick Bunker In May 1950, a politically wounded Harry Truman embarked on a western tour to rebuild momentum and refocus the nation on his "Fair Deal." Despite a high-profile Chicago rally featuring stars like Elizabeth Taylor, his approval ratings continued to plummet amid the ongoing coal strike and corruption scandals in cities like New York. Within his own party, the "middle way" was failing to find traction. Amidst this polarization, Senator Margaret Chase Smith delivered her courageous "Declaration of Conscience" speech, calling out the Republican Party for using "fear, ignorance, bigotry, and smear" — her "Four Horsemen." She criticized both McCarthy's tactics and the Truman administration's perceived "bitterness" and lack of leadership. Though she was the first Republican to publicly challenge McCarthy, her message fell on "deaf ears" as the Senator's power grew. Only weeks later, the North Korean sneak attack on June 25 changed the world forever, ending the period of "shadow of fear" and beginning a hot war. (8)1952 STORK CLUB

Winners For Life Coaching Podcast
Stay Focused on Your Objectives ❤️ | Morning Motivation & Meditation | Ep. 103

Winners For Life Coaching Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 2:16


Stay focused on your objectives, even when the path to reaching them changes. In this week's Winners For Life Coaching Podcast Morning Motivation & Meditation, I encourage you not to become discouraged when life requires you to adjust your pace. You may begin your journey running, then find yourself walking, and at times even crawling because of unexpected challenges. That's okay. Your pace may change, but your objective doesn't have to.Keep moving forward with faith, resilience, and purpose. Every step, no matter how small, is moving you closer to your success, greatness, purpose, and destiny. Remember, progress is still progress. Don't quit because the journey looks different than you expected.Pause. Refocus. Keep moving forward.Coaching Questions • Am I more focused on my objective? • What adjustment do I need to make without giving up on my purpose? • What is one step I can take today to keep moving forward?Affirmations • I stay focused on my objectives. • I embrace every season of my journey without giving up. • Every step I take brings me closer to my purpose, success, greatness, and destiny.I am Antonio Landis Thompson, M.S., ACC, Empowerment for Success & Purpose Coach, Speaker, and Host of the Winners For Life Coaching Podcast.

Todd Durkin IMPACT Show
Halftime 2026: 5 Reflections & 10 Soul-Punching Questions to Dominate Your Second Half | Ep. 486

Todd Durkin IMPACT Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 35:24


Halftime 2026. Remember, halftime isn't the end of the game—it's where iconic coaches, leaders, and champions make adjustments. It's where winning teams regroup, refocus, and come charging out of the tunnel with a renewed fire. Maybe the first half of your year has been incredible. Maybe it's been one of the toughest seasons of your life. Or maybe it's been somewhere in between. Wherever you find yourself today, hear me loud and clear...the game is NOT over. You still have six months to create breakthrough and end 2026 in epic fashion. Six months to strengthen your faith. Six months to improve your health. Six months to restore relationships. Six months to chase the dream God placed on your heart. Six months to become the person you're truly called to be. In this special Halftime Episode, I'm sharing the 5-biggest reflections I'm personally walking through, along with 10-powerful questions that challenged me deeply. My prayer is that they challenge you too. Don't just listen to this episode...pause, reflect, answer the questions, and then go take action. Because the best may still be ahead of you. In this episode, you'll discover: Why every great comeback begins by honestly reviewing the scoreboard. How gratitude builds confidence and why celebrating your wins is essential for sustained growth. Why championship seasons always include losses—and how to transform pain into purpose instead of letting setbacks define you. The simple adjustments that can dramatically change your next six months. Why small daily disciplines truly become the "small hinges that swing big doors." How to evaluate your faith, family, fitness, finances, fun, and leadership at halftime. The importance of dreaming again, believing again, praying again, and stepping boldly into what God is calling you to do. 10 soul-punching questions that will challenge your heart, sharpen your focus, and help you finish 2026 stronger than you started. What it really means to stop surviving...and start playing to WIN the second half. The truth is this...the scoreboard at halftime doesn't determine the final outcome. Championships are won because someone chooses to make adjustments. Someone decides to believe again. Someone gets back up after being knocked down. Someone renews their faith, recommits to the process, and refuses to quit. That someone can be YOU. As you reflect on the first half of the year, don't waste this opportunity. Recover. Refocus. Reignite. Give yourself permission to celebrate what God has already done, learn from every setback, make the adjustments you know you need to make, and attack the second half with everything you've got. Your story is still being written. The best version of you is still waiting to emerge. And remember...the best is NOT behind you. The best is yet to come. If this episode challenged or encouraged you, I'd love to hear from you. Share it with a friend, post it on social media, and tag me so I can see who's committed to making the second half of 2026 their strongest yet. And if you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to The IMPACT SHOW podcast, leave a review, and keep showing up each week. IG: @ToddDurkin *** IRON SHARPENS IRON—Men's Ministry for Faith & Fitness (Enrollment Now Open) It all starts July 20th , 2026—Sept 1, 2026 Fellas, if you're ready to stop doing life alone, I'd love to invite you to join us for my new coaching program called, Iron Sharpens Iron. This 6-week experience is designed to help you grow stronger physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually alongside a band of brothers who will challenge you, encourage you, and hold you accountable. If you're looking to deepen your faith, sharpen your leadership, strengthen your family, and become the man God has called you to be, this is your next step… The Program starts July 20th. We will address: Faith Fitness Family Finances, Business, & Leadership FUN SIGN-UP TODAY As part of the program, we will have: Daily Spittin' Fires (from TD) Weekly Bible Studies (with Jesse Winkler & TD, along with some special guests) 6-week Workout Challenge, along with focus on workouts, nutrition, and supplements. 4-Business & Life Coaching Sessions (90-minutes each) On-going support & connect opportunities, 24-7 Increased networking opportunities AND THEN SOME Visit ToddDurkin.com/IronSharpensIron to learn more about Iron Sharpens Iron. SIGN-UP TODAY

Mindfulness Exercises
Dr. Elisha Goldstein on Tiny Shifts: How Emotional Health Transforms Stress, Relationships, and Longevity

Mindfulness Exercises

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2026 48:45 Transcription Available


We explore how tiny shifts can interrupt emotional loops in seconds and help us access calm, clarity, and self-compassion when life feels overwhelming. Dr Elisha Goldstein connects mindfulness, emotional health, and longevity through a simple four-step framework we can practise in daily moments. Dr Elisha Goldstein's website: https://elishagoldstein.com/tiny-shifts/Buy his book, Tiny Shifts: https://www.amazon.com/Tiny-Shifts-Emotional-Transforms-Relationships/dp/B0GP9T6L5TShownotes:• Why “tiny shifts” beat big plans when we are stressed and overloaded • Emotional loops mapped as thoughts, emotions, sensations, and actions • Recognising signals like snapping, scrolling, shutdown, and body tension • Naming as a path to perspective and stronger emotional vocabulary • Emotional health defined as confidence we can handle what comes • Self-worth built by meeting emotions with more grace and kindness • The Four Rs: recognise, release, refocus, reinforce • Release as easing physiology rather than suppressing feelings • Longevity link between chronic stress and wear on the body • Refocus questions that move us toward peace and wiser choices • Reinforce methods that help the brain remember calm • Please check out Tiny Shifts, the book.• “Listen to the Emotional Longevity Podcast and check out his website.” BECOME A CERTIFIED MINDFULNESS MEDITATION TEACHER Teach mindfulness with confidence and skill — without self-doubt, fear of judgment, or imposter syndrome. Our internationally accredited certification is for therapists, coaches, yoga teachers, educators, and helping professionals. Accredited by the IMMA and CPD; endorsed by Gabor Maté and Rick Hanson. → https://mindfulnessexercises.com/certification/NEW HERE? START FREE Explore 3,000+ free guided meditations, scripts, and worksheets — for your own practice or to share with the people you teach. → https://mindfulnessexercises.com/free-mindfulness-exercises/ENJOYING THE PODCAST? Follow the show in your favorite app and leave a quick rating or review. It takes a moment, and it genuinely helps more teachers and practitioners find these conversations.———————————————————————————ABOUT THE SHOWMindfulness Exercises with Sean Fargo is a practical, grounded mindfulness podcast for people who want meditation to actually help in real life.Hosted by Sean Fargo — a former Buddhist monk, mindfulness teacher, and founder of MindfulnessExercises.com — the show explores how mindfulness can support mental health, emotional regulation, trauma sensitivity, chronic pain, leadership, creativity, and meaningful work.Each episode offers a mix o...

Dreams By Any Means Motivation Station!

Q2 Over: Halftime – SOS 2The first half of the year is over. The scoreboard doesn't lie. Some goals were accomplished. Some promises were broken. Some habits returned. Some prayers were answered. But the game isn't over it's halftime.This episode is your opportunity to pause, evaluate, and make the adjustments necessary to finish the year stronger than you started.The Summer of Separation isn't just about distancing yourself from people—it's about separating from distractions, excuses, unhealthy habits, and anything that's pulling you away from the life you're called to build.As we enter the third quarter, it's time to recommit to the Summer of Separation rules:* Stay disciplined when no one is watching.* Protect your peace and your purpose.* Eliminate unnecessary spending and focus on building your future.* Stay locked in spiritually through prayer and time with God.* Prioritize your health through consistent workouts and self-care.* Stop revisiting people, places, and situations that no longer serve your growth.* Guard your time, energy, and attention like your future depends on it—because it does.Championships are often won in the second half by the people willing to make adjustments. Don't let a slow first half define your year. Refocus. Reset. Realign. The third quarter is where momentum is built and where discipline begins to separate contenders from pretenders.The game isn't over.The second half belongs to those who stay focused.Dreams By Any Means Motivation Podcast | @DBAMTV on YouTube & Spotify/Apple@DREAMSBYANYMEANS on Instagram “Halftime isn't the end of the game it's your opportunity to make the adjustments that change the outcome.”

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
How Better Questions Help Us Love Our Neighbor

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 56:54


In this engaging conversation, JR Briggs unpacks how asking better questions can deepen relationships, strengthen faith, and open the door to meaningful conversations, as we share God's grace and truth. This episode explores how Jesus used questions powerfully and how we can do the same in everyday life, marriage, leadership, and evangelism. Get a copy of J.R.'s book, The Art of Asking Better Questions, for a gift of any amount. The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now! Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE! Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

Born To Write - Helping Authors Achieve Success
Stop Overthinking: How to Edit and Refocus Your Book for Impact

Born To Write - Helping Authors Achieve Success

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 16:45


Send us Fan MailWriting a book isn't a linear journey. It's filled with ups and downs, moments of clarity, creative blocks, and the ever-present question: Am I hitting the mark? If you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck, you're not alone. What transforms a collection of words into a compelling book isn't the complexity of your knowledge or eloquence—it's your ability to distill your message, deliver a clear promise, and deeply understand whom you're writing for. In this post, inspired by the Authors Who Lead podcast, I'll unpack these pillars to help you craft a book that truly connects with readers.Timestamp:00:00 Emphasizing the book's core message03:39 Simplifying the core message06:48 Identifying your ideal reader12:02 Editing for Audience Engagement15:15 Finding Your Book's Core MessageFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS

The Morning Show w/ John and Hugh
HR1 - USMNT's loss to Türkiye will allow team to refocus before knockout round match

The Morning Show w/ John and Hugh

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 42:33


HR1 - USMNT's loss to Türkiye will allow team to refocus before knockout round match In hour one Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, recap and react to the U.S. Men's National Team losing for the first time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being beaten on the final kick of their match against Turkiye last night 3-2 after Turkiye substitute Kaan Ayhan scored during a scramble in front of the goal, explain why they think this loss and the way the U.S. Men's National Team lost could end up being good for them, react to NFL Senior writer Bill Barnwell ranking all 32 NFL teams by who he thinks has the best set of playmakers in football, react to Barnwell having the Atlanta Falcons ranked fourth in this ranking list, discuss whether or not they agree with Barnwell having the Falcons playmaker group ranked fourth in the NFL, talk about how the Falcons big three on offense is finally getting the national respect that they deserve, react to the NFL announcing dates and details yesterday for the 2027 NFL draft to be held in Washington, D.C., and then close out hour one by diving into an Ali Mac dude movie trivia version of Mike'd Up!

The Parenting Reframe
Small Shifts, Big Change: Emotional Regulation for Parents with Dr. Elisha Goldstein

The Parenting Reframe

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 64:01


Most parents know what they're supposed to do in hard moments. Stay calm. Set the boundary. Don't react. The problem isn't knowing — it's being able to access any of that when you're already in the thick of it. That's exactly what this episode is about. Albiona sits down with Dr. Elisha Goldstein — psychologist, mindfulness teacher, and author of Tiny Shifts — to talk about emotional regulation in the ordinary, unglamorous moments of parenting. Not the big overhauls. Not the lengthy routines. The small, doable pivots that actually interrupt reactivity, widen your capacity, and help you show up differently — starting today. Inside, they explore: →  What emotional loops are — the should loop, the shame loop, the comparison loop — and why naming them is the first step to breaking out of them →  Dr. Goldstein's four R's method: Recognize, Release, Refocus, Reinforce — and how to use it in real parenting moments, from rude teenagers to morning chaos to your own self-critical spiral →  Why self-care becomes one more stressor — and how to meet yourself in the moment instead of adding more to your list →  The two R's most people skip (Release and Reinforce) and why skipping them is why the method doesn't stick →  How a parent's emotional health directly shapes their child's ability to regulate — and why working on yourself is the most effective parenting move you can make About Dr. Elisha Goldstein: Dr. Elisha Goldstein is a psychologist, mindfulness teacher, and author of several books including Uncovering Happiness and his newest, Tiny Shifts. He has spent more than two decades helping people navigate stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being — and his work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical everyday life. Resources mentioned in this episode: →  Get Tiny Shifts by Dr. Elisha Goldstein — available wherever books are sold →  Visit Dr. Goldstein's website — elishagoldstein.com →  Follow Dr. Goldstein on Instagram — @drelishagoldstein Connect with Albiona: →  Book a Free Discovery Call (1:1 Coaching) — https://www.theparentingreframe.com/coaching →  Follow Albiona on Instagram — @theparentingreframe →  Join Albiona's Paid Substack Community — https://theparentingreframe.substack.com →  Email Albiona directly — albiona@theparentingreframe.com Loved this episode? Please rate, review, and share this one with a parent who knows what they're supposed to do but can't get there in the hard moment. That gap between knowing and accessing is exactly what this conversation is about — and it's more common than anyone talks about. Until next time, Albiona

The Jiu-Jitsu Mindset
Sensei George Rego on the Martial Arts Mindset: Be Difficult to Harm but Easy to Respect

The Jiu-Jitsu Mindset

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 42:32


Host Pete Deeley welcomes listeners back to The Jiu-Jitsu Mindset, promotes subscription coffee and announces the new app "My Jiu-Jitsu Journey," then interviews Sensei George Rego about his lifelong martial arts path. Rego describes walking into an old, gritty dojo as a child and feeling instantly "at home," drawn to the combination of real physical capability and character, honor, and discipline—echoing Miyamoto Musashi's "twofold way" of sword and pen. He discusses the unique trust of training, the deep teacher-student bond, and the grief of losing his sensei. Rego shares lessons on discipline becoming self-discipline, navigating students who disappear, and his motivation for writing "The Founding of Jujutsu and Judo in America," including Teddy Roosevelt's ju jitsu connections. He concludes that a strong martial artist should be difficult to harm but easy to respect.   00:00 Welcome and Updates 01:05 Meet Sensei George Rego 02:01 Why Martial Arts 03:25 First Dojo Awakening 05:54 Quiet Strength Ideal 09:14 Twofold Way Mindset 13:21 Loss of a Sensei 15:02 Teacher Student Bond 19:08 Trust and Time on Mat 22:18 Students Who Disappear 23:44 Refocus on Students 25:07 Sensei Beyond Fighting 27:13 Systems and Discipline 29:14 Gravitas of a Master 31:05 Why Write the Book 33:53 Research and Roosevelt Dojo 35:05 Preserving Hidden Lineages 36:22 Where to Find the Book 36:57 Audiobook and Bestseller Run 38:33 Hard to Harm Easy Respect

Got Clutter? Get Organized! with Janet
Declutter Your Business: 5 Mistakes to Avoid and How to Refocus with Stephanie Warlick

Got Clutter? Get Organized! with Janet

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 26:27


Is your business feeling cluttered, overwhelmed, and stuck? This episode is your mid-year reset. Janet Taylor, your Life Organizer, sits down with Stephanie Warlick — founder and CEO of Five Foot View Consulting, international bestselling author, fractional COO, EOS implementer, and HR expert with over 30 years of experience helping small and medium businesses get organized, stay accountable, and scale with confidence.  Stephanie calls them the five gotchas — the business mistakes that quietly derail small business owners before they even realize it. Sound familiar? Get your pen ready. In this conversation you will learn:  Gotcha 1: Lack of clear expectations for your team — the number one communication problem that keeps businesses from growing.  Gotcha 2: Unclear roles and responsibilities — the cement foundation your business cannot grow without.  Gotcha 3: Founders who cannot let go — why you are the bottleneck in your own business and how to release your grip at least 80 percent of the way.  Gotcha 4: Not documenting what is working — if you do not document successful outcomes, your team will make the same mistakes over and over.  Gotcha 5: Lack of clear shared goals — without a shared vision, your team is just soldiers walking in circles.  Stephanie also shares why right now — amid economic uncertainty, tariffs, and a shifting market — is exactly the time to secure your internal foundation so your business can withstand whatever comes next. How Stephanie stays organized with ADHD: color-coded, time-blocked calendars that serve as half her brain — including a system for tracking delegated tasks so nothing falls through the cracks.  Taylor's Tip Time: Five steps to declutter your office — schedule a time, tackle the spaces furthest from you first, purge the filing cabinets and drawers, work on your desk, and then give yourself a well-earned high five.  TossItTuesday: As you head into a new quarter, toss the dried-out markers and pens that are not working. Clear the tools that are not serving you.  Resource Roundup: Janet recommends magazine file boxes to organize project documents, certifications, and active paperwork without piling it on your desk. Book suggestion: Janet's ebook Prepared and Organized — seven areas to tackle before the busy fall and winter season arrives.  Quote of the week: "Small business success is not about doing it all. It is about doing the right things at the right time with the right mindset." — Stephanie Warlick  Clear the Clutter. Claim Your Power. It starts with securing your foundation.  Connect with Stephanie Warlick: Website: StephanieWarlick.com (consulting, coaching, books, speaking) Consulting company: 5FTView.com Book: Dark and Silent Office — a digital accessible guide for inclusive communications in the workplace  Connect with Janet M. Taylor – Professional Organizer   Book a Session: https://janetmtaylor.trafft.com/ Free 15-Min Consultation: https://linkly.link/2FBkK Website: https://www.janetmtaylor.com Podcast: https://www.gotcluttergetorganized.com   Janet's eBooks • Prepared & Organized: https://linkly.link/2Eikc • Get Your Affairs In Order: https://linkly.link/2FBnw • 7 Affirmations to Organize Your Life: https://linkly.link/2Eikt  

The Inspire Podcast
S8 E 7: What Every Leader needs to Know about Challenging Conversations with Sandra Bekas

The Inspire Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 35:07


Every leader knows how to have conversations. Far fewer know how to lead them. In this episode, Bart Egnal speaks with Sandra Bekas, Senior Learning and Development Manager at The Humphrey Group, about why conversations have become one of the most important leadership skills in today's workplace and how THG helps leaders prepare for and excel in these critical communication moments. Drawing on her background in language, rhetoric, cognitive science, and leadership development, Sandra shares insights into why conversations are where influence happens and why those moments have become more complex than ever. Sandra explains why conversations have become more frequent, more candid, and often more challenging as employees increasingly expect leaders to be more present, more transparent, and more accessible than ever before. She discusses the difference between routine and high-stakes conversations, why framing a conversation is critical to creating clarity and trust, and how leaders can guide discussions without becoming overly directive. The conversation also explores practical tools from The Humphrey Group's Art of Conversation program, including the ARC framework (Acknowledge, Refocus, Catalyze) for getting derailed conversations back on track. Whether you're navigating everyday discussions or pivotal leadership moments, this episode offers practical tools for communicating with greater confidence, clarity, and influence. Show Notes: 00:58 Introducing Sandra Bekas 01:41 Introducing the topic of conversations 02:37 What led you to this role? 02:50 Love of language 03:14 Thinking and language and emotion and how that shapes reality 03:37 Moving to Japan 04:14 Japanese different language structure 04:22 Maybe trim/cut this section? 05:52 Moved back to Canada - Canadian publishing 06:15 Majority of career in instructional design... 06:35 Joining HG 07:26 How have conversations reached this inflection point? 08:00 Post-COVID interactions 08:24 In-person and digital accessibility 09:10 Leadership conversations are now more fraught 10:18 COVID level-set us 10:45 Insert: the three A's 12:47 What is the new THG program? 13:14 The Art of Conversation program 13:25 The ability to dynamically influence others 13:49 Routine conversations vs. high-stakes conversations 14:15 Corporate conversations where you want to move the needle 14:43 How you present in the moment 15:01 How to exert your influence 15:42 What is framing and why is it important? 16:01 What is the purpose of this conversation? 16:33 Example: giving a poor performance review 17:44 Example: letting down people who didn't get the promotion 20:01 Summarizing 20:48 Introducing clarity in a meeting 21:22 Bart presents a challenging example of a situation that is hard to summarize 23:36 Getting derailed conversations back on track 24:56 A.R.C. 26:06 A: acknowledge 26:17 R: refocus 26:28 C: catalyzing question 30:16 You cannot script these moments 31:04 You can still be authentic when using these tools! 32:26 Where can people find out more?

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
From The Killing Fields of Cambodia to the Mission Field

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 73:24


Setan Lee shares his remarkable story of his dramatic escape from the Killing Fields of Cambodia in the 1970s under the control of Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge and then returning years later to share the gospel with his oppressors - the President and other Khmer Rouge military leaders, many of whom came to Christ. There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family. Learn more about Setan’s ministry. "What Can Christians Do for the Persecuted Church?" Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE! Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

ETF Edge
Could return of risk refocus crypto investors? 6/15/26

ETF Edge

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 31:41


A real deal with Iran would remove a huge obstacle from investors' wall of worry. Would that then allow them to reassess risk and return to allocating funds towards cryptocurrencies? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
Senator Ben Sasse: Living for Christ in Light of Eternity

ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 51:39


Former Senator Ben Sasse shares in a deeply personal conversation about faith, suffering, mortality, and the hope of eternity after receiving a stage four pancreatic cancer diagnosis. With honesty, humility, and remarkable peace, Sasse shares how his faith in Christ has transformed his thinking, as he reflects on the importance of rightly ordered loves, including the proper role of government, and the need for civility in the culture. He also shares about the dangers of modern distractions and why Christians can face even life’s darkest moments without fear. Sign up for the Remembering the Hope of Heaven Collection! There's no place like home, right? Just as home brings a sense of belonging, rest, and security, so does a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don't have one, this article can show you how to find your place in God's eternal family. For couples in crisis – you can still put the pieces of your marriage back together with Hope Restored. Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE! Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.