Podcasts about reframing

A friend of mine is doing some really exciting things right now. She is building a new business, speaking at fashion events, and stretching herself in all kinds of new ways. When we were talking recently, one of the things she focused on was the fact that she has not been exercising. I remember thinking, why are we so quick to notice the thing we have not done instead of everything we have and have done? I have caught myself doing the same thing. We can accomplish 99 things and somehow we let that one thing we didn't complete, overshadow all we accomplished. Sometimes life simply requires us to put certain priorities on the back burner while we give our energy to something else. That does not mean those things no longer matter. It may simply mean we are exercising different muscles right now and focusing on what this season in life needs from us. On today's Wise Walk, we talk about shifting our attention from the have-nots to the haves, appreciating what we are accomplishing instead of judging ourselves for what we have not gotten to, and giving ourselves permission to prioritize what matters most right now with more self-love and compassion. Do you find yourself beating yourself up over things you haven't done lately or haven't gotten around to? In those moments, can you catch yourself and let self-love and self-care wash over you? Can you shift your focus from what you haven't done to appreciating what you have accomplished and the new muscles you are exercising? Is there an area of your life where you are being critical of yourself because you haven't gotten to something? Can you reframe that disappointment by acknowledging what you want to circle back to while appreciating everything that is benefiting from your heart, energy, and intention? Are you able to give yourself credit for how you are showing up, what you are accomplishing, and how you are supporting both your present and future self? When you reframe your mindset, how do you feel, and can you get excited about the vision you hold for your future self? Catch yourself when you focus on what you haven't done, and take a moment to appreciate everything you have accomplished. Trust what you are being called to focus on when it feels aligned with your energy, effort, and expertise. Let me know what you took away from this episode, and I'll talk to you on next week's Wise Walk. In this episode: [03:07] Our brains are conditioned to hold on to the negative elements in life. [04:16] How one less than glowing review took over my thoughts. [05:48] Reframing how to look at critical feedback is so important. We need to appreciate our wins. [06:51] We can focus on priorities and circle back to the other things later. [07:42] We need laser focus to incorporate the elements that help us become our highest and best self. [09:18] Just like my friend, I too realized I wasn't exercising as much as I wanted to. I'm still moving my body and using different muscles than I'm used to. [10:20] I need to let go of the list of what I haven't done lately. [11:07] Sometimes we need to step back and appreciate what matters. [13:17] Think about how you can help yourself move with more self-love and compassion. Be appreciative about what you're doing and how you're showing up for yourself. Memorable Quotes: "We need to appreciate the wins in our lives and recognize what we are doing right, what we are accomplishing, and how we are showing up." - Mary Tess "Let go of the things you are not getting to without guilt. You can circle back to them when the time is right." - Mary Tess "Give yourself self-love and compassion for being present with what you need right now instead of focusing on everything you haven't done." - Mary Tess "Move through life with more self-love, self-compassion, and a deep appreciation for what you are doing and how you are showing up." - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess Rooney Email Heart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram

Are you relying on your own strength and effort to earn your way through life, or are you ready to surrender to the grace that only Jesus provides? This week on Off Script, Neil and Scott sit down to unpack what happens when we trade human effort for radical dependence on Christ. Scott opens up about a hilarious morning mishap that set the tone for a deep conversation on the reality of spiritual warfare, the trap of cultural laziness, and why worship is actually a weapon in our daily battles. From the tangible, life-changing impact of Southland's mentoring program to the vital distinction between earning God's favor and putting in holy effort, this episode challenges us to stop acting like spiritual consumers and start stepping into the battle as a united army. The ChallengeThis week, audit where you are putting in effort versus where you are trying to earn. Take one area of your life, whether it's parenting, marriage, or your spiritual habits, where you've been leaning on your own strength or slipping into laziness, and choose to sit at the feet of Jesus first before trying to fix it yourself. Hosts: Neil Gregory and Scott Nickell What We Discuss Scott's early morning shoe-and-sock mishap and the realities of getting ready at the office The origin and purpose of First Wednesday Worship as an act of defiant spiritual warfare Encouraging statistics and real-life impact from Southland's school mentoring initiative How showing up consistently over time produces long-term, tangible life transformation Reframing fatigue and understanding how to find true spiritual rest in Christ alone Navigating the story of Mary and Martha: Why ordering your heart matters more than ordering your home Pushing back against a culture of laziness and recognizing work as an intentional, God-given virtue Dallas Willard's quote on grace: Why the Gospel is opposed to earning, not effort Shifting from consumer Christianity to a wartime mindset: Building an army, not just an audience ⸻ About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there's a place for everyone here. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give

Denmark shows up near the top of the Happiness Index year after year, yet it is not topping every academic ranking or outspending everyone else. So what is going on? We talk with author, speaker, and cultural researcher Jessica Joelle Alexander about the Danish Way of Parenting and why Danish children are so often described as secure, resilient, and genuinely happy.We dig into the simplest but most overlooked driver of well being: meaningful relationships. From hygge and “weefulness” to collaboration over comparison, Jessica explains how Danish culture builds connection on purpose and how that changes the way kids handle stress, emotions, and belonging. We also unpack why Denmark treats play as essential learning, why respect based parenting matters, and how empathy becomes something kids live rather than something they memorize.Then we get practical. Jessica walks us through her PARENT framework (Play, Authenticity, Reframing, Empathy, No Ultimatums, Togetherness) and we wrestle with a uniquely American trap: turning even the healthiest parenting ideas into another achievement badge. Finally, we shift to modern parenting pressure around screens and phones, including Jessica's digital citizenship conversation cards that help families set values around consent, bullying, critical thinking, communication, and online well being in a calm, in person way.Get Jessica's Book HEREVisit her website HERESubscribe for more conversations on conscious parenting, child development, emotional safety, and family culture, and if this helped you, share it with a parent who needs it and leave a review. What is one Danish idea you want to try first?Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf parenting has felt hard lately… you don't have to figure it out alone.Inside The Parent Lab, I'll help you understand what's actually going on underneath your child's behavior — and give you simple, in-the-moment tools that actually work in real life.You'll get access to my full course library, live coaching calls with me, practical workshops, and our 21-Day Sibling Challenge designed to help reduce the fighting and build better relationships between your kids.If you want support, tools, and a clear plan instead of just guessing your way through parenting… come join us inside The Parent Lab.CLICK HERE to Try the Parent Lab TodayOther Links to help you and me:Get Jon's Book Punishment-Free Parenting Preorder Jon's Children's Book Set My Feelings FreeFollow Whole Parent on Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook,...

In this Simple CFO Case Files episode, David Richter and his business partner Christina Gutierrez unpack why "knowledge is power" hits different once you're staring at a live financial dashboard. The title comes from a real client who told David that the phrase never made more sense than the moment he sat in front of his numbers and realized he was telling them what to do, not the other way around.David and Christina walk through the tools they run inside their own business, EOS for operations and Profit First for cash, plus the custom dashboard Christina built that pulls live from QuickBooks every morning. But the bigger point is that a dashboard alone isn't enough. Real power comes from pairing the numbers with a financial partner who translates them and makes you feel safe asking the naive question. If your numbers overwhelm you, this one is for you.Timeline Summary[0:23] – Where the title comes from: a client who felt in control of his numbers for the first time[1:15] – The tools Simple CFO runs internally: EOS from Traction and Profit First[2:05] – Why David, as visionary, needs numbers he can actually understand, not raw QuickBooks[2:49] – Pulling up an up-to-date dashboard while Christina was on vacation[3:36] – How Christina and Andrew built the dashboard to pull automatically from QuickBooks[4:26] – Why QuickBooks Online is the best integration and updates every morning at 5 a.m.[5:02] – The budget-to-actual view and the plea to actually follow the budget you make[5:39] – How seeing budget versus actual in real time drives faster, better decisions[6:25] – Why a good dashboard gives an owner the confidence to ask better questions[7:02] – Reframing the "B word" budget as simply a plan for your money[7:25] – Planning for real estate closings that get pushed back, as they always do[9:38] – Why CPAs often make numbers too complicated and clients need a translator[10:33] – David's own naive-question moment with a CPA in his early 20s[11:01] – A CFO as a safe place to talk about scary numbers and ask what's the plan[11:37] – Why a dashboard paired with someone who makes you feel safe is real magic[13:47] – Christina's addition: it's not just knowledge, it's communication and relationships[15:06] – The sticky-note habit: reach out to your CFO before big decisions, not after[15:48] – Why owners shouldn't feel inferior for not knowing all the financial terminology5 Key TakeawaysKnowledge Puts You In Control — When you can see your own numbers clearly, you stop being told what to do by your finances and start directing them. That shift is the whole point of a good dashboard.A Dashboard Must Be Understandable — Raw QuickBooks makes most owners' eyes glaze over. The value is in a view that pulls the numbers together automatically and presents them in plain terms you can read anytime.Make A Budget And Actually Follow It — A budget is just a plan for your money. Checking budget versus actual in real time is what lets you decide on the spot whether you have room for an opportunity.Numbers Need A Translator — CPAs often speak in a language owners don't follow. A CFO's job is to translate the numbers and be a safe place to ask questions without feeling judged.Reach Out Before Big Decisions — The most value comes from calling your financial partner before a big move, not after you've made a mess to clean up. Knowledge plus communication is the real power.Links & ResourcesSimple CFO — https://simplecfo.comProfit First for Real Estate Investing Free Workbooks — https://pfreiworkbook.comProfit First for Real Estate Investing by David Richter — https://profitfirstrei.comTraction by Gino Wickman (EOS) — https://www.eosworldwide.comEnjoyed This Episode?If David and Christina made you realize your numbers overwhelm you because no one's ever translated them, that's a fixable problem. Share this episode with an owner who dreads opening QuickBooks, and follow the show and leave a rating and review so more real estate investors can turn their numbers into real power.

Last week, Dolly Parton died. A glacier collapse triggered catastrophic flooding in Nepal. An Ebola outbreak became the deadliest in the Democratic Republic of Congo's history. If you've felt oddly numb to some of the news and unexpectedly gutted by other parts of it, this solo episode is for you.In this episode, host Elizabeth Mintun explores why grief tends to land unevenly - why a celebrity we never met can hit harder than a mass tragedy overseas - and what that says about the nervous system. In this exploration, Elizabeth incorporates nervous system science, Five Elements theory of ancient Chinese medicine, and our connection to the natural world. She offers an invitation to choose, on purpose, where your attention and grief go… Instead of letting an algorithm decide for you.Key Takeaways:Why parasocial grief is real grief. The neuroscience behind mourning someone you've never met. Empathy overload and grief numbing. Why your nervous system "dims the switch" on tragedies at scale. The doomscroll loop. How unresolved sympathetic activation from news consumption tends to accumulate in the body as anxiety and numbness simultaneously. Reframing self-care as self-discovery. How to use what hits you hardest as information about what you value, rather than something to just numb or push away. Resources:For 1:1 coaching and/or to ask any questions or share reflections, contact Elizabeth at elizabethmintun@thecalmingground.comFollow along: @thecalmingground on Facebook and InstagramSubscribe to The Calming Ground Podcast so you never miss an episode. If you loved this conversation, please share it with a friend!

The most fulfilling kind of success has less to do with what you build for yourself and more to do with what you're able to give to others.Our guest today is Joe Daly, founder of Daly Goods, a custom leather goods company rooted in Waco, Texas. Born in Minnesota, Joe met his wife in Missouri before eventually putting down roots in the Lone Star State. Behind his craftsmanship is a deep commitment to helping people give meaningful gifts while using his business to model radical, intentional generosity.In this episode, host Kevin Prewett sits down with Joe to trace his journey from managing complex operations and inventory to taking the leap into full-time entrepreneurship. Joe shares how a simple leatherworking kit grew into a thriving brand, along with the operational challenges, pricing decisions, and patience required to build a physical product business centered on quality.Together, they explore the deeper purpose behind building a values-driven venture. Joe shares how shifting the focus from profit margins to serving others can redefine success, offering a refreshing perspective on business as a vehicle for generosity, stewardship, and lasting legacy.Key TakeawaysThe Ultimate Life Strategy. True fulfillment stems from active generosity, creating an impact that revenue alone can never achieve.Mastery Begins with Patience. Building a quality product requires embracing steep learning curves and committing to continuous refinement.Evolve Beyond Trial and Error. Scaling beyond a hobby demands transitioning from casual experimentation to repeatable systems and operational structure.Value Over Price Tag. Competing on price is a race to the bottom; focusing on craft and connection justifies premium positioning.Serve First, Sell Second. Reframing sales as genuine problem-solving builds deep customer loyalty that advertising cannot buy.Embrace Purposeful Stewardship. Treating a business as a platform for service fundamentally improves leadership, culture, and community impact.Listen to the EpisodeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingtidestartups Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-tide-startups/id1330525474 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2eq7unl70TRPsBhjLEsNZR Website: https://risingtidestartups.com/Connect with Joe DalyWebsite: https://dalygoods.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalygoodsco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-daly-67b31928/Closing Thought "It really is more blessed to give than receive. Ff you want to live a good life, be generous. That's the ultimate 'life hack.' And it's not a hack—it's just true." — Joe DalySponsor ShoutoutsNaviqus Virtual Services - Hassle-free administrative support services that are efficient, affordable, and tailored to your needs. Check out https://naviqus.com now to jumpstart your business for 2026!Podbrand Media - Have you ever considered starting your own podcast for your company or brand?  Podbrandmedia.com can help.   

Have you ever wondered how prayer can change your life, your business, and the world? In this episode, Jeff and Ryan discuss: Ryan's experience watching the Book of Acts come to life in China. Serving in tough places as defined by the three “Un's” Submitting your entrepreneurial spirit to God. What it really means to be meek before God. Reframing prayer as time with your friend Jesus. Key Takeaways: Take a walk with Jesus today. Surrender your worries and feel His love. That will transform everything. We are restoring Eden when we take the time to walk with Jesus. One hour of prayer can save 10 years of work. Build a board of advisors before you need it. Don't go it alone; you've got all the power of Heaven available to you, including those He's put in your life. "The Book of Acts is not a thing that happened, but it's actually a manual for what happens when the Kingdom of God comes to a new place and when the gospel comes to a new place. That's how the gospel enters in: with explosive miracles." — Ryan Skoog Episode References: Prayer Cards | Tools: www.venture.org/disciple-making-lifestyle About Ryan Skoog: Ryan is cofounder and president of VENTURE.ORG, a nonprofit that works in the toughest places of the world, serving war refugees, trafficked people, oppressed children, and the unreached. Ryan is also a serial entrepreneur who co-founded several travel technology companies and co-authored the Bestselling book Lead with Prayer and the devotional Chosen. He and his wife, Rachel, enjoy adventuring with their two ginger-headed kids and the newest addition to their family, Kyea Sin Thant. Connect with Ryan Skoog: Website: Venture.org Email: ryan@venture.org Book: Lead with Prayer: The Spiritual Habits of World-Changing Leaders: https://www.leadwithprayer.com/ Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/ Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/ Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up Email: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

What happens when two registered nurses get tired of ruined shoes, aching feet, and energy crashes on 12-hour shifts? They build a brand from scratch, and they don't stop at footwear. In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, host Ann welcomes back Loftin Dortch and Alex Pastorkovich, the co-founders of Uni Shoes, for an exciting update on where the brand is today. From a recovery shoe collaboration to a nurse-engineered backpack, a jitter-free energy drink, and a next-generation shoe currently in development, Uni is redefining what it means to support nurses as the everyday athletes they are. Plus, Loftin and Alex open up about the emotional weight of leaving the bedside and why staying connected to nursing still drives everything they do. Key Topics Discussed: From pain point to product: How frustration with hospital footwear sparked a footwear brand built by nurses, for nurses New product launches: The Keen Footwear recovery shoe collaboration, a nurse-specific functional backpack, and the ØCAF energy drink Nurse-centered design: Why lived clinical experience shapes every product decision Uni makes Leaving the bedside: The guilt, the identity shift, and the perspective that makes it worthwhile Nurses as everyday athletes: The case for treating healthcare professionals with the same performance focus as elite sports stars What's next: A three-year-in-development next-generation shoe with advanced technology built for the hospital floor Chapters: 00:00—Welcome back: Catching up with the Uni Shoes co-founders 02:02—The origin story: Why nurses needed a better shoe 05:54—New products: Recovery shoes, backpacks, and lunch boxes 09:42—No-Caf: The nurse-specific energy drink with no jitters or sleep disruption 12:18—Nurses are everyday athletes: Reframing how we see healthcare professionals 20:05—Leaving the bedside: Guilt, identity, and finding a new way to contribute 27:45—Keeping your license active and your options open 29:12—The Amazon partnership and promo code 33:20—Running a 100-mile ultramarathon and how it shapes product design 31:08—What's coming next: The next-generation Uni shoe Resources Mentioned: Uni Shoes website—browse shoes, the backpack, and all new products Use code AMN10 for 10% off! ØCAF energy drink—Uni's nurse-formulated beverage featuring paraxanthine, a caffeine metabolite that delivers focus without jitters or sleep disruption Keen Footwear—recovery shoe collaboration partner Per Diem Roles at AMN Healthcare—flexible per diem and travel nursing opportunities for nurses exploring options outside staff positions AMN Passport App—manage your assignments and career journey on the go Guest Spotlight Loftin Dortch and Alex Pastorkovich are two registered nurses who turned a shared frustration into a thriving brand. Alex's background spans emergency medicine and functional medicine, while Loftin brings deep clinical insight from years at the bedside. Together, they co-founded Uni Shoes with one clear mission: to treat nurses like high-performance athletes. They are both preparing to run the Tahoe 100-mile ultramarathon, and that same endurance mindset drives every product they build. Their story is proof that nursing expertise does not stop at the hospital door; it can power an entire brand. If this episode inspired you, subscribe to Nursing Uncharted and share it with a nurse who deserves to be seen as the everyday athlete they are. Your next chapter might be closer than you think. See YOU at TravCon 2026 Booth #400! Learn More Episode Sponsor: We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Resources & Links

Today in the business of podcasting:Oxford Road's Dan Granger argues that YouTube's decision to redefine how it counts views, a change Bumper's Dan Misener found inflates play counts by nearly double, is the jolt that proves podcasting needs cross-platform measurement standards it can actually trust.Former Adelicious leaders Andy Goldsmith and Craig Eastwood team with industry veteran Mike Wooller to launch Everywhere, a new media company built to unify creator commercial partnerships as audiences increasingly follow creators across platforms rather than staying on one.Earmax Media's Andy Maxwell makes the case that podcast advertisers chasing cheap reach and low CPMs are missing what makes the medium work, arguing that a tightly focused community, brand affinity, and strong creative deliver far more value than raw scale.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.

Episode 63: How Are High Performers Made? – features Dr. Alex Auerbach, exploring the science of how high performers optimize stress, environment, and psychology to deliver consistent results under pressure.Episode Summary: This episode features a conversation with Dr. Alex Auerbach, a performance psychologist who has worked with the Toronto Raptors and now the Jacksonville Jaguars.Listen as Dr. Auerbach breaks down what it really takes to become a high performer, how performance psychology principles apply well beyond professional sports, and why self-regulation and pressure management matter as much as raw talent.In this episode we discuss:00:52 – Introducing Dr. Alex Auerbach01:42 – How Dr. Auerbach became interested in performance psychology04:45 – Earning a PhD in sport and performance psychology06:34 – Choosing the Toronto Raptors and building out a team mental performance program07:36 – The move from the Raptors to the Jacksonville Jaguars08:19 – Common challenges athletes bring to a performance psychologist09:19 – Navigating hierarchy and relationship issues between athletes and coaches12:02 – Understanding and managing performance anxiety14:44 – Concepts that carry over from athletes to high performers in any field17:04 – How high performers are made, using Steph Curry as an example18:09 – Why discipline looks different for every performer, from Jay-Z to Eminem19:47 – Finding and doubling down on your natural strengths22:37 – Solving the "transfer problem" between practice and real performance25:39 – Guidance for parents supporting a young athlete29:13 – The most surprising and humbling parts of the work30:51 – What to say to someone skeptical of performance psychology32:11 – Practical performance strategies anyone can use34:12 – The right and wrong ways to use visualization36:03 – Building better self-talk habits38:26 – Reframing rest and recovery as part of performance41:14 – Where to learn more from Dr. Auerbach and other resources42:09 – ConclusionResources:⁠⁠Professional Website⁠⁠Called to Greatness BookThis episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.⁠

Today in the business of podcasting:Oxford Road's Dan Granger argues that YouTube's decision to redefine how it counts views, a change Bumper's Dan Misener found inflates play counts by nearly double, is the jolt that proves podcasting needs cross-platform measurement standards it can actually trust.Former Adelicious leaders Andy Goldsmith and Craig Eastwood team with industry veteran Mike Wooller to launch Everywhere, a new media company built to unify creator commercial partnerships as audiences increasingly follow creators across platforms rather than staying on one.Earmax Media's Andy Maxwell makes the case that podcast advertisers chasing cheap reach and low CPMs are missing what makes the medium work, arguing that a tightly focused community, brand affinity, and strong creative deliver far more value than raw scale.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.

What does high performance really look like in a world of constant change, rising burnout, and increasing pressure to do more?For years, the dominant formula has been simple: work harder, move faster, and put in more hours. Bestselling author and leadership expert Ty Bennett believes that formula is outdated.In this episode of The Good Leadership Podcast, Ty joins Charles Good to unpack the research behind his new book, Redefining High Performance: Research Backed Insights to Lead Better, Sell More, and Perform Higher.Ty commissioned a national research study to uncover what truly drives high performance and what gets in the way. Two findings stood out: preparation emerged as the number one driver of high performance, while fear of failure emerged as the number one barrier.Ty explains why high performance today depends on preparation, curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to keep learning as the world changes around you.Website: tybennett.comLatest book: Redefining High Performancehttps://tybennett.com/product/redefining-high-performance/Key Takeaways• High performance is built through preparation, curiosity, and adaptability.• Fear of failure is the number one barrier to high performance.• Preparation should include relational preparation, scenario preparation, and team rehearsal.• Reframing failure as a learning opportunity accelerates growth.• The old definition of high performance as simply working harder is obsolete.• Relevance in leadership is a daily practice of learning and adapting.• Successful executives should maintain a “to learn” list alongside their to do list.• Curiosity is a leadership superpower that improves learning and decision-making.• Preparation creates the freedom to adapt and pivot in real time.• Continuous learning and asking better questions are essential to long-term relevance.Memorable Insights“Preparation costs you less than you think.”“High performance is about working deeper, not harder.”“The skill of learning is more important than what you learn.”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Redefining High Performance01:50 The Research Behind High Performance04:20 The Surprising Barrier: Fear of Failure06:19 Preparation as the Key Driver of Success11:39 Redefining High Performance for Today's Leaders14:15 Avoiding Irrelevance as a Successful Executive16:28 The Power of Curiosity and Continuous Learning20:10 Final Takeaways: Building Performance Before the Moment20:38 Closing Remarks and ResourcesSubscribe to The Good Leadership Podcast: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] | [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] | [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/charlesagood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack Channel (Outlearn to Outperform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠charlesgood.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn Newsletter (The Outlearn Advantage): [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Institute for Management Studies

Eight years into financial independence, Fritz Gilbert discovered something surprising: learning to spend money is harder than learning to save it. After decades of optimizing every dollar toward early retirement, he found himself in a 90-minute internal debate over whether to spend an extra $3,500 on a better e-bike—despite being financially secure and ahead of his retirement projections. The Starting Line, Not the Finish 00:08:15 - Fritz introduces his core philosophy that FI isn't the finish line but the starting line. The accumulation phase requires one set of skills—discipline, frugality, optimization—but thriving in retirement demands completely different capabilities: curiosity, experimentation, and the ability to design an unscripted life. 00:12:45 - The two favorite words for post-FI life: curiosity and experimentation. Fritz explains how continuously trying new activities, volunteer opportunities, and ways of spending time creates a fulfilling retirement that evolves over time. 00:18:20 - Freedom for Fido charity work provides purpose and fulfillment. Fritz shares how his wife started a 501(c)(3) that builds free fences for low-income families with dogs on chains. They've completed 225 fences helping over 700 dogs with 200 volunteers, and Fritz offers mentorship to anyone wanting to start similar chapters. 00:32:10 - The natural shift from obsessing over numbers to focusing on non-financial aspects of life. Fritz describes how the financial planning that dominated pre-FI thinking fades into the background, replaced by questions about meaning, purpose, and how to spend time well. Fitness: The Other Side of the Freedom Equation 00:36:45 - A paradigm-shifting connection between saving and fitness. Fritz explains that while saving money buys years of freedom on the front end of life, physical fitness buys healthy years of freedom on the back end. Brad calls this "one of the most consequential ideas ever shared on ChooseFI." 00:45:30 - Learning the surprisingly difficult skill of spending money after decades of frugality. Both Brad and Fritz share personal struggles with spending decisions, from hotel room upgrades to gym memberships, illustrating the psychological challenge of the post-FI transition. 00:52:15 - The e-bike decision story: Fritz spent 90 minutes debating whether to buy a $5,000 e-bike versus a $1,500 traditional bike, despite being financially secure. He eventually realized he was ahead of his retirement projections and gave himself permission to spend. 00:58:40 - Reframing spending as "investments for non-financial returns." Fritz introduces the powerful mental shift of viewing retirement expenditures not as expenses but as investments that return health, memories, relationships, and experiences. Tax Planning and Portfolio Management 01:04:20 - Roth conversion strategy evolution. Fritz discusses his initial aggressive approach to Roth conversions and how his thinking changed after learning about risk-based guardrails from ChooseFI episode 566 with Aubrey Williams. 01:10:35 - How to achieve a zero percent effective tax rate in retirement. Brad explains the strategy combining standard deductions (about $32,000 for married filing jointly), Roth withdrawals, and long-term capital gains at 0% (up to about $96,000 of taxable income), allowing many FI retirees to cover expenses while paying zero federal income tax. 01:16:00 - Bond ladder strategy using Invesco BulletShares. Fritz details his shift from bond ETFs to specific bonds with staggered maturity dates, providing guaranteed income streams and tax planning flexibility while eliminating interest rate risk by holding to maturity. Notable Insights "FI isn't the finish line, it's really the starting line." — Fritz Gilbert "When you're pursuing FI, you're saving and investing to buy yourself more years of freedom on the front end. But once you get there, taking care of your health and fitness can add more healthy years of freedom on the back end. They're two si…

What happens to human intelligence in a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence? In this special conversation, Dr. JC Doornick sits down with world-renowned brain coach and bestselling author Jim Kwik to explore his new book, Limitless Daily, and why developing our own minds may be more important now than ever. As AI becomes faster, smarter, and more integrated into everyday life, Jim makes the case that Artificial Intelligence still depends on Human Intelligence—our ability to think critically, ask better questions, remain curious, learn faster, remember what matters, and consciously direct our attention. But becoming limitless isn't something you do once. It's something you practice daily. Jim shares the philosophy behind Limitless Daily, a book designed to give you a powerful lesson, insight, or mental reset every day of the year. Think of it as daily training for your brain—a way to intentionally win the morning before the world gets a chance to program your mind for you. JC also shares how reading Limitless Daily each morning became an unexpected companion during his cancer recovery, often delivering exactly the lesson, perspective, or question he needed that particular day. This conversation explores brain health, focus, memory, mindset, morning routines, lifelong learning, the relationship between AI and HI, and what it really means to become limitless—not by doing more, but by learning how to better use the most powerful technology you'll ever possess: Your own mind. If you've been wondering how to stay focused, capable, creative, and distinctly human in the age of AI, this conversation with Jim Kwik is one you won't want to miss. Grab Jim's Book Now: Web: www.limitlessdaily.com IG: @jimkwik Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook:  / makessensepodcast ►YouTube:  / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Operly - Take Back Control of Your Work Day and Get Rid of All Your AI Apps - Welcome to the new world of Time Freedom and Unlimited Scaling and Success with Operly -  https://go.getoperly.ai/video?ref=jean-claude-claude-d-2a95 Blue Blinds Bakery - Handcrafted with all-natural ingredients - www.blueblindsbakery.com 00:00 - 02:04: Cold Open and Introducing Jim Kwik 02:04 - 06:00: "Shelf Help" vs Self-Help: Why He Wrote a Daily Book 06:00 - 10:52: The Reading Crisis and Reading as a "Superpower" 10:52 - 13:57: The Science of Your Morning Window 13:57 - 16:00: JC's Cancer Diagnosis and Protecting His Mindset 16:00 - 20:14: Jim's Story: The "Broken Brain" and Building Better Habits 20:14 - 23:16: The Story Behind the Color Purple 23:16 - 27:12: Writing the Book: Letters to His Newborn Daughter and Son 27:12 - 31:22: The Danger of Cognitive Offloading to AI 31:22 - 35:00: The BUILD Framework for Using AI Wisely 35:00 - 38:02: Choosing to Get Better, Not Bitter 38:02 - 42:17: The HUMAN Framework: 5 Traits AI Can't Replace 42:17 - 43:53: "It's Happening For Me, Not To Me": Reframing the Diagnosis 43:53 - 47:13: What Happens After 366 Days of Practice 47:13 - 49:49: Visualize Your Perfect Day, One Year From Now 49:49 - 53:22: Closing Thoughts and the Limitless Live Event 53:22 - ending: Outro: Learn It, Then Give It Away Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Deep tech entrepreneur D. Scott Phoenix spent years building AI — now, he believes we're on the cusp of a profound merger between humans and machines. Reframing the AI debate through the lens of evolutionary biology, he shifts the question from whether we should fear or embrace AI to whether we understand what's at stake if we get it wrong. Hear his provocative case for why we need to "eat the AI." After the talk, Sherrell interviews Baratunde Thurston, host of Life with Machines, on how to live well with technology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can higher education rebuild its relationship with the public in an era of heightened political polarization, shifting financial models, and rapid technological disruption? In this episode of Trending in Ed, host Mike Palmer welcomes back Jeremy C. Young, Senior Advisor at the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), to discuss the foundational new report: Advancing Public Trust in Higher Education: The Trust Agenda. As part of our ongoing Trending in Higher Ed series—featuring insights from leaders like Eddie Watson (AI & pedagogy), Brian Rosenberg (Whatever It Is, I'm Against It), and Elliot Felix (The Connected College)—this episode explores how campus leaders can move past reactive crisis management and actively cultivate trustworthy relationships across their communities. Jeremy breaks down AAC&U's five-point framework, offering actionable, practical strategies for institutional leaders, faculty, and advocates. Featured Reference & Key Highlights:

Feeling like you're “doing all the right networking” but not seeing any real business come in? In this episode, Laurin breaks down how lawyers can move beyond just showing up, get specific about referral sources, and turn the pressure of business development into a true competitive advantage.   In this episode, Steve Fretzin and Laurin Johnson discuss: Reframing pressure as a privilege in a legal career Laurin's path from tax/estate attorney to operations consultant Why most lawyers struggle with networking and referrals How to choose the right networking groups and evaluate them Being a true “giver” beyond just making referrals   Key Takeaways: Pressure at work often signals that you care deeply and are in a position of impact, and can be reframed as a privilege rather than a burden. Law is a business, and building a book of business requires sales and networking skills that are rarely taught in law school or in traditional mentoring. Vague statements like “anyone” or “any attorney” are a good referral source make it harder for others to help you; specificity is what triggers real introductions. Simply attending networking meetings is not enough—relationship-building happens in one-on-ones, through follow-up, and by consistently adding value to others. Being a giver isn't limited to sending referrals; connecting others, supporting their kids, amplifying them on social media, and showing up for their events can be even more powerful.   "Not all referral sources are created equal." —  Laurin Johnson   Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again.   Join the Be That Lawyer Community and connect with ambitious lawyers who are serious about growing their book of business, strengthening their brand, and becoming confident, consistent rainmakers.   Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/   Thank you to our Sponsor! LEX Reception: https://www.lexreception.com/partners/bethatlawyer Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/ Lawyer.com: https://www.lawyer.com/   Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/   About Laurin Johnson: Laurin is an analytical and creative strategist who draws on her background as a trusts and estates attorney and former Membership Experience Director at USA 500 Clubs to help law firm leaders streamline operations, navigate transitions, and build sustainable growth initiatives. Holding an LL.M. in Taxation and DISC behavioral assessment certification, she combines deep insight into complex firm financials with a nuanced understanding of leadership and communication dynamics. Renowned for her agility, diplomacy, and attention to detail, Laurin partners directly with firm executives on change management, leadership development, and operational efficiency—bringing the same focus and perseverance that has earned her multiple national and world titles showing Morgan horses.   Connect with Laurin Johnson:   Website: https://mblawconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurindjohnson/   Connect with Steve Fretzin: LinkedIn: Steve Fretzin Twitter: @stevefretzin Instagram: @fretzinsteve Facebook: Fretzin, Inc. Website: Fretzin.com Email: Steve@Fretzin.com Book: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more! YouTube: Steve Fretzin Call Steve directly at 847-602-6911   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

Wie halten wir die Leichtigkeit des Urlaubs im voll durchgetakteten Arbeitsalltag? Podcast-Host Vera Strauch und Reflexionsexpertin Carina Stöwe )Ein guter Plan) zeigen dir im Check-Out August, wie du Stress als Angst entlarvst, starr durchoptimierte Routinen aufbrichst und mit bewussten Fragen mehr Vertrauen, Freude und gelassene Selbstführung in dein Leben bringst.Warum verfliegt die Urlaubsenergie nach dem ersten Blick in den Posteingang oft so schnell? Im Monats-Checkout für den August begrüßt Host Vera Strauch Carina Stöwe, Geschäftsführerin des Achtsamkeitsverlags Ein guter Plan. Gemeinsam hinterfragen sie den Optimierungsdruck im Alltag und teilen konkrete Tools für mehr Entschleunigung, Vertrauen und echte Gelassenheit im Job.

When it comes time for a relationship to end in its current form, people often focus on saying the ‘right thing' to make those final moments as smooth as possible. But this is rarely where the real work happens. In this episode, Joe and Brett explore how to end relationships gracefully with attention to the full arc: before, during, and after the big transition. Whether you're parting ways with an employee or boss, a romantic partner, a friend, or a business relationship, the same principles apply. Brett and Joe discuss why the difficulty of the ending conversation is a symptom of conversations that didn't happen earlier, how ending a relationship with awareness can be a great opportunity to break lifelong patterns, and tools you can practice to move through the process without collecting new evidence for the same old story. Together, they explore: Any relationship you're ending is probably repeating a pattern you've been in before The three ways we recreate patterns: manipulate, attract, and prove Why asking for what you want is the practice that saves the relationship (or reveals it isn't a match) If ending the relationship feels like a shock, the garden hasn't been tended How grieving the relationship before it ends allows you to see more clearly How to be open-hearted, undefended, and direct in the big conversation Being open to the relationship transforming rather than ending The trap of keeping the door open in an unhealthy way vs. genuinely staying in relationship Why grief on the other side is the #1 predictor of not repeating the pattern Community implications: doing it consciously vs. forcing someone out Reframing power dynamics changes everything Why expecting another person to meet all your needs for you gives them impossible power Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You've done the work. Everything should be easy now, right?On today's episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle explore what happens when stress and overwhelm show up, even when you've been doing the work, and challenge the common misconception that mindfulness “fixes everything.” In a real time moment during the recording, Barb becomes overwhelmed and asks to pause, creating an honest example of what it looks like to stop, acknowledge what you're feeling, and give yourself space rather than pushing through. Barb speaks on how external circumstances cannot be controlled, only we as individuals can control their internal responses and rebuild their mind's narrative. Michelle walks through helpful frameworks like taking the mind to the gym and creating new neural pathways, they emphasize that managing stress is an ongoing practice of self-worth and resilience. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to offer themselves grace and practice tools like pausing, positive affirmations, journaling, self-compassion, and setting boundaries.In This Episode, We Discuss:✨ What to do in the moment when you feel stress and overwhelm.✨Reframing the mind and building new emotional habits and skills.✨The pitfalls of becoming more aware.✨The power of the pause.

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If you're an introvert, Projector in Human Design, or subscribe to the "if they wanted to, they would" line of thinking, this episode is for you.Agata Serocka comes on the show today as a spokesperson for Projectors, who think reaching out, pitching, and asking for what they want isn't part of their strategy. We get into how to build a signal, BECOME the invitation, and not miss out on life's biggest opportunities by sitting in the passenger seat. We talk about:Reframing "waiting for the invitation" and how to move beyond the LITERAL interpretation to actively create conditions (podcasting, writing, showing up) that invite opportunities.Making outreach and pitching feel warm and not annoying AF. Building genuine rapport, finding connections, and doing research before reaching out vs. cold-pitching someone "hey girl haven't talked since we were 16 but would love for you to join my course! Link in bio!"Reframing labels (Projector, HSP, ADHD, rejection-sensitive) as data points to design a personalized, sustainable approach to visibility and business.Discernment over volume. How to say no to opportunities that don't fit, and trusting what's meant to work out, will! Making pitching fun and creative again. Gamify audacity by using playful approaches  like quests, small asks, and outlandish ideas to build confidence and make outreach sustainable vs. another "ugh, I have to do that?" choreConnect with Agata:The Culture of Unrushing Podcast on Spotify and AppleSubstackWaitlist to Agata's mastermindExperience Audit FreebieConnect with Chelsea:Join the SHOOT YOUR SHOT CHALLENGE Aug 25-27th!Enroll in Audacity for $900 off til Aug 27th!Get on the Ultimate Pitch Kit waitlist

Jeff Ballabon offers a new way to think about how Americans – Jewish and non-Jewish – should think about the links among themselves and the State of Israel. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Messenger Email SourceThe post “Israel and America: Reframing” appeared first on The ColemanNation Podcast.

We're still surprised people did this but... 50+ founders worth $10M to $4B reveal their personal finances. Here it is: https://joinhampton.com/mw-wrWhy do we do this? Because if you're an aspirational person or someone who runs a business and is making money, it's incredibly challenging to figure out what to do. Information is impossible to find — and that's what we put together: the net worth reveal and why we do this podcast, Moneywise.He manages $1.5 billion for other people — and still tracks his own spending in a paper checkbook.Glenn Ullmann is a former Air Force pilot who left the military at 29 with a couple hundred thousand dollars, cold-called 200 strangers a day out of a Ponte Vedra phone book, and built Ullmann Wealth Partners into a $1.5 billion RIA that has never had a down year — including 2008. He stopped worrying about money somewhere north of $20 million. Now 63, he spends $30–40K a month, flies his own $1.25M Cirrus, gives more to charity than he can deduct, and still shows up to the office every day.This episode gets into the tension between saving and actually living: why Glenn tells clients with health issues to fly private before their kids do it with the inheritance, how a $10M portfolio pays you $300K a year in "rent" whether markets are up or down, and why he thinks stocks are a bad word. We also cover how he gave up 80% of his own firm to keep his partners, the paper ledger that runs his life, the client who started at $100 a month and now takes the best trips on earth, and why he'd tell a 20-year-old to study English or history instead of finance.Also, this podcast is made by Hampton, which is a community for founders doing on average $20 million a year in revenue. We saw a lot of these money conversations happening privately behind closed doors and we thought, "What the heck, let's make it public." If you are a founder, apply here: http://joinhampton.com/mwTimestamps:01:46 — Who Glenn is, what Ullmann Wealth Partners does, and why "returns don't matter if you rear-end Melinda Gates without an umbrella policy"04:16 — Growing up in his grandfather's plastics business, the Robin's-egg Cadillac, and the gold coin that says "your friendship means more to me than a pot of gold"06:26 — A Morgan Stanley account at 14, paper route money, and his first stock: Sears Roebuck07:44 — Nobody from his high school went to the military. He went to the Air Force Academy three days after graduation: "the best thing I ever did, other than marrying my spouse"11:50 — The Cirrus G7, the parachute that lowers the whole plane, and the button his wife can push if Glenn stops functioning mid-flight13:35 — From AWACS pilot to pharma rep to stockbroker: dialing 200 people a day, 10 conversations, one client17:45 — Net worth leaving the Air Force at 29 and the million-dollar goal on a piece of paper that "never happened"19:26 — The $2M–$20M client sweet spot, and why the firm has never contracted in 25 years — even 2007–200921:57 — Why he went from owning 100% of the firm to 20%: "How could they not have equity?"24:03 — The 11x17 "life map," and the client who was stabbed and left for dead in her New York apartment26:15 — HENRYs who save $10K a month and still need to be told to go enjoy the rest: "People get cancer. People die falling off a ledge."28:49 — "If you don't spend this money and fly first class, your kids will when you're dead"30:40 — The net worth where Glenn stopped worrying: "probably above 20"31:49 — Alimony, fun, and the pen-and-paper checkbook ledger a $1.5B wealth manager uses to track his Amex33:29 — The $1.25M four-seat plane, $40–50K a year to operate, and a $30–40K monthly burn before philanthropy35:10 — Giving appreciated stock and exceeding his deduction limit every year36:21 — Why he still goes to work at 63, the wingman system, three chronic illnesses, and "sometimes a founder needs to get out of the way"39:40 — The Melissa example: $100 a month in 1993 to the best trips on earth41:26 — Where to park $10M after a liquidity event: "you're going to collect around $300,000 a year in dividends and interest"42:55 — Not a real estate guy, the $100K driveway, and "I never invest in things that eat while I'm asleep"44:48 — 90% in global equity, and why "they're not stocks, they're companies"45:40 — Reframing an $80K private flight as a month and a half of portfolio income47:39 — What he'd tell a 20-year-old picking a major: English or historySponsors: Daily Body Coach - achieve your dream body with https://moneywise.dailybodycoach.comSubscribe to Moneywise: https://www.youtube.com/@themoneywisepodcastFollow Daniel on X: https://x.com/danielcberkListen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts: [search "Moneywise Hampton"]

The Messy MiddleNobody tells you sobriety has a tough middle season. In this episode, Susan Larkin and Ruby Williams talk about what happens after the initial excitement fades and the real work begins. They normalize the awkward, discouraging stretch where progress is still happening even when it does not feel glamorous. They discuss why the messy middle is a normal part of alcohol-free life, how self-compassion helps more than shame, and why coaching can keep you moving when your brain wants to quit. Key Topics Discussed:Messy middle - The middle phase of alcohol-free life where progress is real but rarely glamorous.Window of tolerance - The growing capacity to feel stress and discomfort without drinking.Data points - Reframing slips or urges as information instead of failure.Co-regulation - The stabilizing effect of support, accountability, and being witnessed by a coach or community.Susan shares this is her favorite part to coach women through! If you are struggling in the messy middle or you went back to drinking and want help getting AF again, book a clarity call to chat with Susan: here: https://calendly.com/susanlarkincoaching/30min We Love Hearing From YouDon't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit! Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community! Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.

*This is a Rebroadcast of Episode 422. Faith Unlynched with Dr. Angela Parkert* Original Description: In this episode, Tim Whitaker engages in a profound conversation with ⁠Dr. Angela Parker⁠ shares her journey as a biblical scholar, her approach to interpreting scripture, and how her work challenges fundamentalist perspectives. She discusses the importance of nuance, historical context, and the Black liberation tradition in understanding the Bible and resisting white Christian nationalism. Chapters 02:09 Dr. Parker's Journey in Biblical Scholarship 06:42 Navigating the Complexity of Biblical Texts 17:01 Faith and Certainty in Biblical Interpretation 26:01 Experiences of Black Women in Academia 35:54 Reframing the Biblical Narrative ____________________________________________________ TNE Podcast hosts thought-provoking conversations at the intersection of faith, politics, and justice. We're part of the New Evangelical's 501c3 nonprofit that rejects Christian Nationalism and builds a better path forward, rooted in Jesus and centered on justice.  If ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠you'd like to support our work or get involved, visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thenewevangelicals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals This show is produced by Josh Gilbert Media | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joshgilbertmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rest, By Force or By Choice: Burnout, Self-Care, and Sustainable Practice for Therapists - An Interview with Cecily Moore, PhD Dr. Cecily Moore on burnout, rest as a clinical intervention, and unlearning the Strong Black Woman Narrative. Curt and Katie talk with Dr. Cecily Moore, a licensed therapist, counselor educator, and clinical supervisor, about why the expectation of endless strength and infinite patience is an unsustainable ask for therapists and other helping professionals. As clinicians carry collective grief and moral exhaustion alongside their clients, Dr. Moore reframes what burnout is actually asking of us. At the center of the conversation is a simple, uncomfortable idea: your body is designed to protect you, so you will stop either by force or by choice. Dr. Moore makes the case for rest as a clinical intervention rather than a reward, unpacks how self-care has been co-opted into something you buy instead of something that restores you, and explains why advocacy that runs on depletion is a ticking time bomb. Real self-care, she argues, is honest about limits, boundaries, and capacity. From there the discussion turns practical. Dr. Moore shares how deeper values work (asking where a value came from and how it was modeled) opens the door to change, how her "BS Job" checklist gives clinicians a concrete mirror for what is draining them, and why systems will not shift until the people inside them do. She also connects this to her research on unlearning the Strong Black Woman Narrative and the survival-based beliefs about strength, productivity, and worth that keep so many helpers over-functioning. This is a grounded, hopeful conversation for any therapist trying to build a sustainable career without abandoning the work they care about. In this episode, we discuss: - Why endless strength and infinite patience are an unsustainable ask for helping professionals - How to tell rest as a clinical intervention apart from self-care that has been co-opted - Why your body will make you stop, by force or by choice - How to size your advocacy to your actual capacity so it does not deplete you - What deeper values work looks like, and why it drives real change - Why unlearning survival-based beliefs about strength and worth makes practice more sustainable Timestamps: - 01:20 - Who Dr. Moore is and what she puts into the world - 02:49 - What therapists get wrong about endless strength and infinite patience - 04:17 - Collective trauma and watching the world change in real time - 06:37 - Moral injury, privilege, and truth-telling across lived experience - 10:29 - How self-care got co-opted, and why advocacy runs on your well-being - 13:07 - Why rest feels so scary - 15:00 - Reframing self-care as self-maintenance - 18:58 - Over-functioning students and learning to be human - 22:49 - Insight versus implementation, and the systemic barriers - 24:15 - Why systems can't shift until the people do - 28:13 - Sustainable choices, by force or by choice - 29:16 - Values work and the "BS Job" checklist - 31:24 - The Strong Black Woman Narrative and questioning conditioning - 35:28 - Where to find Dr. Moore Guest Bio: Dr. Cecily Moore is a licensed therapist, counselor educator, researcher, and clinical supervisor with a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. She is the founder of Dr. Cecily Moore & Associates and the creator of the Reappropriate, Redefine, Recover framework, which helps Black women unlearn the Strong Black Woman Narrative and the survival-based beliefs around strength, productivity, and worth that fuel burnout. Her work blends trauma-informed care, nervous system regulation, and culturally responsive practice, and reframes rest as a clinical intervention, not a reward. Learn more at drcecilymoore.com. Full show notes and transcript: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mtsgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits Voice Over by DW McCann: https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano: https://groomsymusic.com/

"It's not what happens. It's the story you tell yourself about what's happening." -Antonio Michael Downing On this episode of Turmeric & Tequila™, Kristen Olson sits down with critically acclaimed author, speaker, and musician Antonio Michael Downing for a deeply personal conversation about identity, resilience, creativity, reinvention, belonging, and the power of storytelling. Antonio Michael Downing is the author of the acclaimed memoir Saga Boy, the novel Black Cherokee, and Stars in My Crown, and he creates music under his alter ego John Orpheus. His work explores identity, transformation, belonging, and what it takes to change the way we see ourselves. But this conversation goes far beyond books. Kristen and Antonio unpack the question so many of us eventually face: Who am I—and who am I becoming? Antonio shares how his childhood in Trinidad, his grandmother, music, sports, mentors, and the different identities he created throughout his life ultimately helped him understand himself more deeply. They talk about the experience of "trying on" different versions of yourself, what happens when those versions no longer fit, and why making peace with your past can be necessary before you can confidently choose your future. Antonio also explains how writing Saga Boy became part of his own process of coming back to himself, including conducting hundreds of hours of interviews with people from his life to reconstruct his story. The conversation then moves into one of the most powerful ideas of the episode: You have the ability to rewrite the story. Antonio explains that the events of our lives aren't necessarily the thing that defines us—the meaning and narrative we attach to those events can profoundly influence how we move forward.  You'll also hear about: Finding your identity Coming home to yourself The power of your childhood self Reinvention and personal transformation The role of sports and coaches in shaping identity Creativity as a pathway to self-discovery Antonio's musical alter ego, John Orpheus Saga Boy and the journey of becoming Black Cherokee and questions of belonging Storytelling and personal narrative Journaling and grounding Breathwork and reconnecting with yourself How problems and adversity reveal character Why identity matters in an increasingly noisy world How to consciously reshape the story you tell yourself Antonio's own mission is beautifully aligned with this conversation: "the story you tell defines you," and he believes great stories are rooted in authenticity, empathy, and integrity. This is a conversation about identity, self-discovery, resilience, and the courage to become the person you were always capable of being. Timestamps: 00:00 — Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila™ 01:01 — Meet Antonio Michael Downing 02:26 — Growing up in Trinidad & the influence of his grandmother 04:00 — Childhood, creativity & discovering his voice 06:00 — How our early identities shape who we become 08:00 — Coming home to yourself 09:30 — Sports, basketball & lessons that last a lifetime 12:30 — The coaches and mentors who shape us 14:25 — Women's sports & the power of representation 16:25 — Why knowing yourself matters more than ever 17:00 — What does it actually mean to "come home" to yourself? 17:45 — We are all at some stage of becoming 18:10 — When life forces us to rethink who we are 18:30 — The story behind Saga Boy 18:45 — Trying on different versions of yourself 19:00 — Making peace with your past 19:30 — The 10-sentence exercise for telling your life story 20:00 — Why problems reveal character 22:00 — Grounding, journaling & connecting with your subconscious 23:30 — The power to rewrite your story 24:00 — Reframing your narrative & taking back your power 30:00 — Black Cherokee: identity, belonging & becoming 34:00 — Transformation and choosing your next chapter 34:50 — John Orpheus & the power of a creative alter ego 44:00 — Antonio's books, music & where to find him Antonio Michael Downing is an Afro-Caribbean-Canadian author, artist, and speaker whose work explores identity, resilience, and the courage to reinvent yourself. Born in Trinidad and raised in Canada, he traded a successful career in tech sales for his true calling as a writer and musician — known as John Orpheus. He is the author of the memoir Saga Boy and the novel Black Cherokee, and host of Canada's top book radio show. https://www.antoniomichaeldowning.com/ https://x.com/John_Orpheus https://www.facebook.com/john.orpheus.3/ https://www.instagram.com/antoniomichaeldowning/   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF    https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI  https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

What if the biggest limitation on your coaching potential is not the number of models you know, but the parts of yourself you have yet to explore? In this episode, we talk about what it really means to unlock your potential as a coach, leader or manager. Developing coaching skills certainly involves learning and experience, but we explore why deeper growth often starts with an internal commitment to remain curious, continually develop and understand ourselves more fully. We discuss the idea that our coaching ceiling can become our own psychological ceiling. When a client brings something that activates discomfort in us, perhaps emotions, confidence, imposter syndrome, difficult feedback or conflict, we may unconsciously steer the conversation towards territory that feels safer. Developing ourselves therefore expands the range and depth of conversations we are able to hold. Understanding ourselves becomes an important part of being more fully available to somebody else. We also explore attention, presence and courage. Coaching potential does not necessarily come from finding increasingly clever questions. The quality of our attention, our silence, body language, breathing and presence can influence what becomes possible in the coaching space. Growth also asks us to move towards discomfort, whether that means seeking supervision, working with our own coach, exploring something that has activated us or stretching ourselves beyond our existing comfort zone. Perhaps most importantly, we reflect on ego and the coaching relationship. Our clients do not need to leave impressed by us. We would rather see them become impressed by themselves and what they discover they are capable of. Coaching excellence exists within the relationship between coach and client, and our potential expands when we become less concerned with proving our value and more interested in what becomes possible when we are genuinely present, reflective and curious together. Timestamps 00:07 What does it mean to unlock your coaching potential? 01:02 Commitment to continual development 02:23 Your psychological coaching ceiling 04:15 Recognising the conversations you avoid 06:48 Developing the quality of your attention 08:54 Coaching mastery as mastery of attention 09:17 Courage and personal development 11:37 The client does not need to be impressed by you 13:38 What meaningful client feedback can sound like 14:21 Ego and coach development 17:06 Coaching potential exists within the relationship 19:00 Reframing the idea of a difficult client 20:30 Skills, reflection and our humanity as coaches Key Lessons Learned Coaching potential is not unlocked through models and techniques alone. The depth we can hold for clients is influenced by the depth of our own personal development. Avoiding certain topics or conversations can reveal valuable areas for reflection and growth. Self-awareness helps coaches bring less of their own material into the client's space. Attention, silence, body language and presence can be as influential as the questions we ask. Courage is required to move towards the areas of coaching and personal development that make us uncomfortable. Clients do not need to be impressed by their coach. Powerful coaching can help them become impressed by themselves. Reflecting honestly on ego can reveal where further professional development is needed. The relationship between coach and client is itself a valuable source of information. What we experience as a "difficult client" may reveal a limit or developmental edge in our own practice. SEO Keywords unlock coaching potential, coaching potential, coach development, coaching skills, coaching presence, reflective practice, coaching supervision, professional coaching, coaching mastery, self-awareness in coaching, leadership coaching, coach training Links & Resources In Good Company: www.igcompany.com  Nancy Kline is referenced during the discussion in relation to listening and attention.

“Mastermind - Reframing” 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Rev. John Allen explores the impact of reframing how we react to things that have already happened and things to come. Recorded live at Stonebridge United Methodist Church in McKinney, Texas. For more information, please visit www.mysumc.org. Mastermind: Reframing - August 23, 2026 Rev. John Allen Download

What does a former Baylor theologian see in the Book of Mormon that changes the entire trajectory of his life and career? Dr. John White, a convert baptized last year, continues the study of Psalms, tracing how mercy is at the center of the Psalter, and at the heart of his own unlikely journey to the restored gospel.YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/B9vzI6yg7OcALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIM.coFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE:0:00 - Part 1 - Dr. John White1:54 Teaser: Watch for the inclusio3:39 Bio4:53 The beginning of a conversion story7:50 Introducing Psalm 49-869:50 Reframing our vision of Him12:06 The 5 books of Psalms13:54 Bonhoeffer's 3 Ways to Pray the Psalms15:58 His Book of Mormon ring and Alma 3218:31 The disciple scholar20:15 Theology of the body and the Zoramites21:33 The kinds of Psalms24:29 Hebrew poetry and parallelism28:08 Hebrew structure in the Book of Mormon31:37 Turning to Psalms 49-51 and 61-6632:39 Wealth cannot ransom a soul36:32 Longevity billionaire sand the immortality strategy38:57 God as covenant judge40:09 You can't pay God off for salvation45:06 His first conversion48:49 Create in me a clean heart51:22 Covenant is a promise and an obligation53:47 Repentance as a joyful choice56:27 A broken heart in 3 Nephi1:00:13 New scripture for a new convert1:04:26 The Holy Spirit and the Natural man1:07:36 A sacrament meeting in Madrid1:109:57 End of Part 1 - Dr. John WhiteThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

"Personal brand" might be the most cringe-inducing phrase in business vocabulary. Say it out loud to a room of accomplished professionals and watch the shoulders tense — it sounds like self-promotion, follower counts, and algorithm-chasing. Vanessa Errecarte,  Founder of Marketing Simplified, the UC Davis Graduate School of Management lecturer who built one of the nation's only for-credit MBA courses on the subject, thinks the term isn't wrong — it's just been hijacked. Her argument is simple but reframes everything: a personal brand was never about you. It's about intriguing people with what you know. Errecarte walks through how she teaches this to students who assume they need one more degree, one more title, or ten more years of experience before they've "earned" a point of view — and why that assumption is backwards. Disney didn't wait to explain who Walt Disney was before telling the story of a mouse and an idea. Neither should you. The conversation gets tactical fast. Errecarte shares the story of a Master's student — a Division I pitcher with "no experience" — who discovered his own expertise by describing how he coaches Little League kids through overcoming self-consciousness on the mound. The insight wasn't buried in a resume; it just needed the right questions to surface it. That's the throughline of Errecarte's approach: frameworks, not talent alone, are what make thought leadership teachable and repeatable. She and Peter also dig into why hesitancy is a signal worth paying attention to rather than a reason to stay quiet, why a small audience is actually the ideal place to test new ideas, and why AI is compressing the timeline for professionals to move from "great at the skill" to "great at the thought." If you've ever bristled at the phrase "personal brand" but suspected your best ideas were going unheard, this episode offers a genuinely different way to think about it — and a workable starting point for the back half of a career. Three Key Takeaways: • Personal branding is about service, not self-promotion. The most memorable professionals aren't the ones broadcasting their credentials — they're the ones sharing what they know in a way that helps others think more clearly. Reframing "personal brand" as "what value can I offer" removes most of the discomfort people feel about it. • You don't need more experience to have a point of view. Errecarte's framework helps people — from first-year MBA students to seasoned executives — surface expertise they already have but don't recognize as valuable. The right questions, not more credentials, are usually what's missing. • Treat your career like a lab, especially early on. A small audience is a feature, not a limitation — it's where you can test ideas, get honest feedback, and build confidence before the stakes get higher. Waiting for a "finished" idea before sharing anything publicly is a bigger risk than sharing something imperfect. If this conversation got you thinking about how to actually build and scale your own expertise, Peter's new book is the natural next step. The Thought Leadership Handbook, written with co-authors Bill Sherman and Naren Aryal, breaks down exactly what it takes to shape, package, and scale your ideas in a crowded market — the same "framework over talent" thinking Vanessa talked about today, applied to your whole body of work. It's available now at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop, and Amplify, and you can learn more at thoughtleadershiphandbook.com.

On this powerful episode of Killer Cross Examination, host Neil Rockind sits down with nationally renowned trial lawyer Nick Rowley (founder of Trial Lawyers for Justice).Nick pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to represent everyday people against deep-pocketed corporate defense firms, insurance giants, and government entities. From his early days taking the LSAT on fire guard duty in the military to securing record-breaking eight- and nine-figure verdicts, Nick shares his raw philosophy on courtroom storytelling, trial preparation, and overcoming fear.#KillerCrossExamination #NickRowley #NeilRockind #TrialLawyer #CrossExamination #CourtroomStrategy #PersonalInjury #LawyerLife #CivilLitigation #TrialAdvocacyIn this episode, Neil and Nick discuss:Unconventional Beginnings: How military service and an unlikely push led Nick to law school.The "Chicken Suit" Closing: The story behind putting on a mascot suit in front of a jury to win justice for a brain-injured client.Reframing "Tort Reform" Myths: Confronting juror bias and the true reality behind the infamous McDonald's hot coffee case.Using Fear as Fuel: Why great trial lawyers don't ignore fear—they use it to stay present, authentic, and connect deeply with the jury.Rapid Trial Prep: How Nick prepares multi-week, high-stakes medical malpractice and personal injury trials in a matter of days.Raw Authenticity vs. Corporate Defense Tactics: Why jurors respond to real human emotion over rigid, over-rehearsed presentations.Whether you're a seasoned litigator, law student, or true crime and trial enthusiast, this masterclass in authentic courtroom advocacy is an absolute must-watch!About Neil Rockind - Neil Rockind is a trial lawyer. Neil Rockind is often considered a bet the farm/company type of lawyer, taking on cases where the stakes are “all in.” Neil Rockind appears regularly on television and in the news, defends people in serious court cases, is a regular guest on the Law and Crime Network and also discusses popular trials and cases and current events with other top lawyers around the country. Neil Rockind has won just about every award imaginable, has represented athletes, celebrities, musicians, public figures and has obtained acquittals in all varieties of cases. His nickname is "The Rockweiler" and he's known for his cross examination style.Neil Rockind:Https://www.X.com/neilrockindlawHttps://www.instagram.com/rockindlaw https://www.rockindlaw.com/http://www.killercrossexamination.com/*************************************Subscribe to Killer Cross Examination® PodcastAPPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/424RIys...GOOGLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...AUDIBLE:https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B0...******************************************Fair Use DoctrineThe contents are under fair use. It may contain copyrighted materials whose use has not been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This, in our view, is fair use pursuant to section 107 of the US Copyright Law. Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders, such as for commentary, criticism, news reporting, research, teaching or scholarship. We retain no rights to that material. To the extent the videos capture images or likenesses, we do not own the rights to those images, likenesses, etc and only use them pursuant to the fair use doctrine.All other rights are reserved.

What does it cost to keep climbing when you're not sure the ladder is leaning against the right wall? Cynthia Lai spent two decades in multinational banking before a health warning sign forced her to ask that question, and to walk away from a role that looked successful from the outside. In this conversation, Cynthia, a governance advisor, leadership educator, and ICF certified executive coach, joins Lori to talk about: Why high achievers so often ignore the warning signs their bodies are sending them Reframing governance from a system of control into a way of building trust across cultures What it actually takes to navigate an identity shift after leaving a role that defined you How assumptions get in the way of cross-cultural communication, and what to do instead Why resilience means more than "bouncing back," and how mindfulness practices like journaling support it Cynthia Lai is a governance advisor, leadership educator, and ICF certified executive coach with two decades of experience across OCBC, HSBC, and Bank of China. She now helps boards, founders, and senior leaders navigate complexity through clearer governance and more human decision-making, while co-leading MetaOptics, a privacy-preserving AI startup. Timestamps Time Topic 0:00 Welcome and introduction to Cynthia Lai 0:48 The signs high achievers ignore, and what finally wakes them up 2:56 Shifting governance from a system of control to a way of building trust 6:41 Her bold transition from global banking to coaching and advisory 9:56 Listening and leading across cultures, and where assumptions get in the way 13:26 Building resilience that goes deeper than "bouncing back" 17:11 Mindfulness, journaling, and what we lose when we outsource pen to paper 24:39 Staying anchored to your values when everyone else has an agenda for you 28:57 How different cultures approach risk, governance, and accountability 33:39 A blind spot for business travelers in Hong Kong, and the food worth trying 38:26 Join us on Patreon for an exclusive bonus episode with Cynthia here. Where to find Cynthia and connect Find Cynthia Lai at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiakylai/ Brought to you by Brava Global Advisory Wondering where your own leadership might be running on autopilot? Take the free VOICE diagnostic to find out where to start: https://www.bravaglobaladvisory.com/voice Standing disclosures Thinking about a life abroad? I use and recommend Expatsi to help navigate the move and for a free test on which country is your best fit. As an affiliate, I may earn a small commission. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode. Visit https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com for more resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode of The Unapologetic Man Podcast, host Mark Sing addresses one of the most frustrating scenarios men run into when dating a woman - last minute resistance. This is where a woman pulls back out of nowhere, even though everything seemed to be going great. But don't worry, in this episode Mark gets real about the risks women are having to calculate when dealing with a guy so you understand why this happens, and then shares concrete techniques you can employ TODAY to start blowing right through it like it champion. Key Takeaways: Why LMR happens and the real risk calculus women are weighing The agree-and-amplify move for defusing LMR Why you need to let her be the barometer for your escalations The freeze-out technique for handling resistance in the moment Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] – Episode Intro [00:00:56] – What LMR is and why it happens [00:02:55] – The slut defense mechanism and why trust matters [00:05:00] – The 80/100 rule and cutting things off early [00:07:52] – Agree and amplify: defusing LMR [00:09:00] – Reframing yourself as the prize [00:10:42] – Women are the barometer for your escalations [00:14:50] – The freeze-out technique [00:18:59] – The five P's: putting the whole strategy together [00:21:05] – Episode Outro  Connect With Mark: Apply for Mark's 3-Month Coaching Program: https://coachmarksing.com/coaching/ Check Out The Perks Program: https://coachmarksing.com/perks/ Email: CoachMarkSing@Gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmarksing/ Grab Mark's Free Program: The Approach Formula - https://www.CoachMarkSing.com/The-Approach-Formula   About The Unapologetic Man Podcast The Unapologetic Man Podcast is your resource for mastering dating, attraction, and relationships from a confident, masculine perspective. Hosted by Mark Sing, this podcast gives men the tools and mindset shifts needed to succeed in their dating lives and build lasting, high-value relationships. #UnapologeticMan #MensPodcast #TheIck #TryHard #Attraction #DatingAdvice #Confidence #SelfImprovement   

You'd think a 100% terminal diagnosis leaves you only one path, but Jordan Rubin proved otherwise, twice. I sat down with him to unpack how he clawed back from 104 pounds and 69 failed doctors with Crohn's at 19, then beat a 90-day cancer death sentence at 33, and the raw dairy, ancestral-eating, and faith-first framework that came out of both. If you take one thing from this conversation, let it be his "vitamin H", hope,  the most deficient nutrient we have, and the first ingredient in any real healing.  CLICK HERE TO BECOME GARY'S VIP!: ⁠https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg⁠ Get Dr. Jordan Rubin's book, “The Biblio Diet”:  https://bit.ly/4xQdsKl  Listen to "The Jordan Rubin Show" on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/4wsP3ct  Spotify: https://bit.ly/4xQdthn  Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4fXYhZm  Connect with Dr. Jordan Rubin Website: https://bit.ly/4qnrBfs  YouTube: https://bit.ly/3U4jmsv  Instagram: https://bit.ly/4g3q22N   Facebook: https://bit.ly/3SHjHkx  X: https://bit.ly/4zlOTWT  LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4zo7Atd  Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: "ULTIMATE20 " FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: "BRECKACYM30" FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP  GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TAB: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET'S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8⁠ Podcasts: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RQftU0⁠ Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: ⁠https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo⁠X: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://bit.ly/464VA1H⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2⁠ Website: ⁠https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU⁠ Merch: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1⁠ Newsletter: ⁠https://bit.ly/47ejrws⁠ Ask Gary: ⁠https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG⁠ Timestamps 00:00 - ​Intro of Show 00:50 - Crohn's diagnosis at 19 05:00 - Down to 104 pounds in a wheelchair 06:30 - 69 doctors and failed treatments 08:00 - The hospital night he nearly died 09:30 - The step of faith and the before photo 16:00 - Meeting Bud Keith in San Diego 19:30 - Raw dairy and 29 pounds in 40 days 23:00 - Building Garden of Life 30:00 - Terminal cancer diagnosis at 33 34:00 - Refusing conventional treatment 36:00 - The 40-day raw omnivore protocol 42:00 - Reframing the disease and guarding your mindset 47:00 - The Biblio diet framework 52:00 - Meat, dairy, bread, fat, and salt 56:00 - What to do starting tomorrow 1:06:00 - Herbs, spices, and healing leaves 1:11:00 - Vitamin H, the most deficient nutrient 1:11:17 - What it means to be an ultimate human Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions.  Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation.  Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your body staging a quiet retirement without your permission? In this episode, Amy Hudson and Dr. James Fisher discuss why the decade of your 40s represents a critical physical turning point. They break down the science of age-related muscle loss, explore why baseline cardiorespiratory activities like cycling or walking aren't enough to protect your skeletal system, and explain how to view strength training as a essential proactive investment in your future physical independence. Tune in to find out how you can counteract the catabolic phase of aging and build your body's "physical 401(k)."Amy introduces the hidden stressors of the 40s decade. She highlights a reality television experiment ("100 Humans") which suggested that the 40s can often be a low point for human stress, driven by the "sandwich generation" pressures of caring for both older parents and younger children simultaneously.Dr. Fisher shares his personal perspective on 40s responsibility. He notes how the psychological stress of late 40s life—including mortgages, professional duties, and familial care—frequently aligns with initial, noticeable declines in physical function.The physical shift from anabolic to catabolic living. Dr. Fisher details how our bodies transition past peak hormonal states in our fourth decade, causing a notable baseline decline in power, muscle mass, connective tissue resilience, and bone mineral density.The cortisol impact on women's health. Amy points out that heightened sensitivity to cortisol as women approach menopause can turn former stress-relievers (like prolonged 30-minute runs) into triggers for unintended fat storage and muscle degradation.Is muscle loss inevitable? Dr. Fisher challenges the idea that aging bodies must simply break down. He reframes the problem not as an inevitable age issue, but as an "underloading problem."The limitation of cycling and walking. While beneficial for the cardiovascular system, Dr. Fisher explains that casual cycling or walking fails to recruit Type 2 muscle fibers or load the skeletal system sufficiently to trigger bone density growth.Building a physical 401(k). Reframing your gym time as an investment rather than an indulgence. The team discusses how targeted resistance training buys back real-world capabilities: climbing stairs, lifting grandchildren, recovering from injury, and preserving the basic ability to get up off the floor easily.The immediate versus chronic payoff. Amy and Dr. Fisher celebrate both ends of the resistance training spectrum—from the acute mental health benefits and immediate stress management to the long-term protection against systemic metabolic decline.Exercisecoach.com: http://www.exercisecoach.comSubmit your questions here: http://www.strengthchangeseverything.comStrength Changes Everything on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strength-changes-everything/id1536169608Strength Changes Everything YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJn2uiUCAumWilp3k_eTk2QThis podcast and blog are provided to you for entertainment and informational purposes only. By accessing either, you agree that neither constitute medical advice nor should they be substituted for professional medical advice or care. Use of this podcast or blog to treat any medical condition is strictly prohibited. Consult your physician for any medical condition you may be having. In no event will any podcast or blog hosts, guests, or contributors, Exercise Coach USA, LLC, Gymbot LLC, any subsidiaries or affiliates of same, or any of their respective directors, officers, employees, or agents, be responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to you or others due to any podcast or blog content.#strengthtraining #healthyaging #balance

What if the negotiation you're losing has already started before you even open your mouth? Jason Cass sits down with Chris Voss, CEO and Founder of The Black Swan Group, to unpack the tactics behind high-stakes negotiation, from hostage crises to closing sales. Key Topics: The negotiation has already started before the first word is spoken Lessons learned from the Burnham-Sobero hostage case in the Philippines The chaotic real-world logistics behind hostage negotiation deployments The Black Swan Group's approach: doing, teaching, and coaching negotiation skills Using labels to build trust and de-escalate at every level of a relationship Reframing "no" as a safe response that opens real conversation The power of dynamic silence and the six-second neurochemical window AI's double-edged effect on communicators, sharpening or dulling their skills Compromise as a lose-lose outcome, illustrated through the steel analogy The Christmas tree story and what it reveals about uncovering real motivation Reach out to: Chris Voss Jason Cass Visit Website: The Black Swan Group Agency Intelligence Produced by PodSquad.fm

Chris Persson sells something buyers never see: polypropylene fiber woven into cars, couches, and carpets. On this episode he unpacks the peculiar challenge of marketing an ingredient brand with a guerrilla-sized budget, and why the sustainability pitch keeps colliding with a price tag. His answer is a reframe he calls “sustainability plus one” — lead with a greener story, then stack innovation, cleanability, and low specific gravity on top so the customer never has to choose good over cheap. Along the way he makes the case that a manufacturer's deepest competitive moat isn't its equipment but the decades of intellectual property walking around on its factory floor.

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

We ask what God thinks about the church and let Ephesians reset our assumptions, our complaints, and our sense of purpose. We move from consuming church to building it together, choosing unity, maturity, and spiritual strength as the body of Christ. • Challenging the habit of letting culture define the church for us • Comparing the church to an engagement ring that signals a promise • Walking through Ephesians to show the church as God's plan from the beginning • Describing believers as citizens and stones joined into a Spirit-filled temple • Explaining manifold wisdom as light through stained glass • Reframing the church as a testimony even to spiritual powers and darkness • Calling leaders to equip and believers to work the ministry • Urging maturity so the body grows when each part works properly • Grounding the church's value in Jesus' sacrifice for her • Teaching spiritual warfare through the armour of God and choosing peace • Ending with a confronting question about giving ourselves to what God is building 

Eric, Travis's producer and a fellow long-term podcaster, joins him in studio for a candid conversation about the advantage most people overlook: consistency. Drawing on years of podcasting and firsthand experience building content, Travis and Eric unpack why creators abandon opportunities too early, why buying a course does not create results, and how simply following through can make you stand out. On this episode we talk about: Why tougher YouTube monetization hurdles can create opportunity for persistent creators The simple competitive advantage of continuing when other people quit Why people buy courses, gym memberships, and resources but fail to use them Lessons from nearly a decade of podcasting and watching shows disappear How to set expectations, responsibilities, and ownership before launching a podcast with co-hosts Reframing overwhelm and doing the next piece of work even when you are tired Top 3 Takeaways The most reliable way to separate yourself is to keep showing up after other people stop. Consistency is a real competitive advantage. Information and purchases do not produce results on their own. Turn every course, tool, or plan into a specific next action. Treat a co-hosted show like a business partnership from day one: clarify responsibilities, financial commitments, and ownership before problems arise. Notable Quotes “The key to success in most areas is literally to just not stop when other people are stopping. It's to outlast.” “You're not competing with anyone.” “The bad news is that most people aren't willing to do the work, but the good news is if you are, then you can stand out really easily.” Connect with Travis: Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Go to Leesa.com for 25% OFF select mattresses (through August 23, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Routine Changes Trigger AnxietyThis episode offers a gentle grounding exercise and practical support for moments when a schedule shift feels overwhelming. Christine Gold explains why back to school, returning to work, or rebuilding a routine after burnout can spike anxiety, and she walks through a simple reset you can use right away. We discuss the emotional load of transitions, how to support kids and teens without dismissing their worry, and how adults can plan for a return to routine without trying to do everything at full speed.Key topicsWhy routine changes can trigger anxiety, dread, racing thoughts, irritability, and sleep disruptionHow transitions create decision overload for children, teens, and adultsWhy anxiety often feels louder at night when distractions fadeA short grounding reset: feet on the floor, name 3 things you see, notice 2 things you feel, and lengthen your exhaleAsking the more useful question: what is the actual worry underneath all of this?Reframing the problem from “solve the whole season” to “what would make tomorrow morning five percent easier?”Practical micro-actions like laying out clothes, packing lunch, setting one alarm, or writing one question downWhy telling an anxious child “there is nothing to worry about” usually backfiresBetter support for kids and teens: ask what part of tomorrow feels hardest and listen before trying to fix itPlanning ahead with support options, safety signals, and a team approachFor adults, why day-one full capacity is unrealistic after burnoutMaking room on the calendar for the first essential task, the first conversation, and the first recovery blockShared responsibility: what can be delegated, delayed, reduced, or removedTimestamps00:00 - Why back to school and routine changes can trigger anxiety01:40 - The hidden mental load of transitions for kids, teens, and adults02:37 - A short grounding reset for overwhelm04:12 - Finding the real worry underneath the stress04:44 - Making tomorrow morning five percent easier05:47 - How to support anxious kids without dismissing them06:34 - Building a simple support plan before anxiety escalates07:40 - Returning to work without restarting at full capacity08:35 - What can be shared, delayed, reduced, or removed08:53 - One small action is enough for tonight09:13 - Crisis resources and where to get immediate help09:41 - Closing reflection on navigating transitionsNotable quotes“You do not have to force yourself to feel calm.”“Small is not silly. Small is how we create a little more room to move.”“A changed routine does not mean you are failing.”These resources are for education and starting points. They are not a substitute for professional assessment, diagnosis, or treatment.United StatesIn a mental-health crisis, call or text 988 or visit NAMI's back-to-school mental-health resourcesCDC mental-health resources and guidance on finding supportADAA's parenting tips for easing back-to-school anxietyCanadaIf you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.Kids Help Phone: call 1-800-668-6868, text CONNECT to 686868, or visit Talk Suicide Canada: call 1-833-456-4566 or visit For non-urgent support, contact your family doctor, a qualified mental-health professional, your child's school counsellor, or a local community health service.InternationalBefrienders Worldwide provides a directory of emotional-support centres in many countriesUNICEF offers child and family mental-health information and resources across many countriesYou can also contact a local doctor, school counsellor, youth service, crisis line, or mental-health professional familiar with your region.For more grounded conversations about intuition, self-trust, burnout, healing, and life transitions, visit If you would like practical support for your own anxiety join the email list for new episodes, resources, and upcoming offerings

Niels Kaastrup-Larsen is joined by Andrew Beer and Tom Wrobel to examine a remarkable period for systematic investing. They discuss how CTAs have navigated volatile moves across equities, commodities, currencies and rates while preserving strong gains, and why diversification has been central to that resilience. The conversation explores leverage, the renewed interest in managed accounts and portable alpha, alongside the growing distinction between trend and non-trend strategies. They also challenge the traditional framing of CTAs as crisis alpha, debate whether greater complexity actually improves returns, and examine the difficulties investors face when selecting managers and benchmarking an industry where yesterday's winners may not remain tomorrow's leaders.-----50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO FOR ACCREDITED INVESTORS - CLICK HERE-----Follow Niels on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube or via the TTU website.IT's TRUE ? – most CIO's read 50+ books each year – get your FREE copy of the Ultimate Guide to the Best Investment Books ever written here.And you can get a free copy of my latest book “Ten Reasons to Add Trend Following to Your Portfolio” here.Learn more about the Trend Barometer here.Send your questions to info@toptradersunplugged.comAnd please share this episode with a like-minded friend and leave an honest Rating & Review on iTunes or Spotify so more people can discover the podcast.Follow Andrew on Twitter.Follow Tom on LinkedIn.Episode TimeStamps: 00:00 - Introduction and eclipse mania02:57 - Volatility, valuations and a changing market environment06:22 - Trend Barometer falls as opportunities narrow08:21 - How CTAs have navigated 202610:10 - An extraordinary year for systematic investing14:07 - Yen intervention and CTA resilience17:11 - Trend versus non-trend performance22:20 - August performance and the systematic landscape24:48 - Active commodity strategies versus traditional CTAs29:39 - Situational Awareness and the risks of leverage32:14 - Managed accounts, capital efficiency and risk control37:49 - Are systematic strategies becoming over-engineered?42:45 - The growing divide between trend and non-trend CTAs50:34 - Reframing trend following as all-weather alpha55:07 - Why the crisis alpha narrative can be misleading01:04:06 - The hidden challenges of CTA benchmarks01:12:12 - Manager selection and diversification across CTAs01:14:15 - Does non-trend really improve a CTA portfolio?Copyright © 2025 – CMC AG – All Rights Reserved----PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you in your investment Journey:1. eBooks that cover key topics that you need to know about In my eBooks, I put together some key discoveries and things I have learnt during the more than 3 decades I have worked in the Trend Following industry, which I hope you will find useful. Click Here2. Daily Trend Barometer and Market Score One of the things I'm really proud of, is the fact that I have managed to published the Trend Barometer and Market Score each day for more than a decade...as these tools are really good at describing the environment for trend following managers as well as giving insights into the general positioning of a trend following strategy! Click Here3. Other Resources that can help youAnd if you are hungry for more useful resources from the trend following world...check out some precious resources that I have found over the years to be really valuable. Click HerePrivacy PolicyDisclaimer

Sam Rosenberg has spent his career protecting some of the most recognized people on the planet, heads of state, CEOs, and celebrities including Warren Buffett, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Tom Cruise. A former Marine Corps officer who moved into close protection in 1996, he's since shifted his focus to teaching ordinary people the same skills he used to guard public figures, through his company Live Ready and his bestselling book of the same name. He's trained tens of thousands of people to recognize threats before they become emergencies. This one is a genuine masterclass in personal safety, and Sam's philosophy anchors it: it's good to have a lifeguard, but you should know how to swim. He and Larry get into why violence is never actually random, how to read a parking lot, the acronym TIME that maps how attackers operate, the normalcy bias that keeps good people from trusting their gut, and persuasion predators, the charming, manipulative threats every dad with a daughter needs to understand. If you want to protect the people who matter most without living in fear, this episode delivers the tools.   Timeline Summary [1:02] – Protecting Netanyahu, the chess match, and embedding covert protection in a crowd [4:35] – Tom Cruise in Pittsburgh and why he was one of the best to work with [6:23] – How you even land a gig protecting someone at that level [8:12] – Protecting Terry Bradshaw at the NFL draft, and why it's all word of mouth [12:36] – The core philosophy: it's good to have a lifeguard, but you should know how to swim [14:51] – Sam's full bio, the Marine Corps, Live Ready, and the book [16:34] – Situational awareness starts with our wives in parking lots [20:04] – The myth of helplessness and the myth of randomness [21:44] – Why violence is a process as predictable as boiling water [22:38] – Attacks happen on arrival and departure, and every environment has a purpose [24:10] – Watching for the watchers, and the New York City looking up analogy [26:30] – The creepy guy vibe and why we hunt for evidence to dismiss it [27:42] – Social contracting, bias, and how it blinds us to real danger [30:13] – Normalcy bias: the brain's desire for everything to be normal [32:04] – Breaking down a real, sophisticated parking lot kidnapping on video [35:36] – The simple bow: trust your intuition even without all the evidence [37:12] – What that woman could have noticed, and the double-tap unlock habit [43:14] – The TIME acronym: target selection, intelligence, method of attack, escape [46:16] – Why street criminals run the same process as terrorists [49:17] – Can you avoid being targeted? You can influence it, not always prevent it [52:04] – Charlie Kirk, Butler, and why it has to be stopped in advance [53:27] – Recognizing the interview means you've already been selected [56:16] – Hard target versus soft target, and why gimmicks don't work [57:29] – The undercover story: why street-smart observers saw through his disguise [1:02:47] – Willingness and ability are all it takes to be a hard target [1:04:31] – What bad guys are truly afraid of: failure [1:08:55] – Persuasion predators, masters of charm and disguise [1:10:31] – Reframing charm: ask why is this person trying to charm me [1:11:56] – No is a complete sentence, and the veils of denial [1:13:54] – Sociopaths, the pity play, and the puppy law used on children   5 Key Takeaways Violence Is a Process, Not Random — Attacks follow an observable, predictable sequence. Learning to spot the pattern, especially during arrival and departure moments, is what lets you get ahead of danger instead of reacting to it. Watch for the Watchers — Every environment has a purpose. Scan left to right for anomalies, people not using the space for its intended purpose, and notice who's watching who's coming and going. That awareness alone makes you a harder target. Trust Your Radar Over Normalcy Bias — Good people talk themselves out of intuitive warnings because they can't find hard evidence or don't want to seem judgmental. When something feels off, that unease is data. Default to it and remove yourself from the situation. Recognize the Interview — When a stranger approaches you in an anomalous moment, that's an interview, and it means you've already been selected as a target. How you manage that interaction, with the right body language and enough force, often determines whether an attack proceeds. Reframe Charm and Hold the Line on No — Teach daughters to ask why is this person trying to charm me rather than being flattered. No is a complete sentence, and anyone who pushes past it is signaling they care only about what they want. A pity play after being caught in lies is a massive red flag.   Links & Resources Episode page and all links: https://thedadedge.com/1517 Sam Rosenberg's company, LiveReady: https://www.liveready.co/ Live Ready by Sam Rosenberg (the book): https://www.liveready.co/book LiveReady on YouTube (situational awareness and attack breakdowns): https://www.youtube.com/@LiveReadyCo LiveReady on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livereadyco LiveReady on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiveReadyCo LiveReady on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/LiveReadyCo/ LiveReady personal training: https://www.liveready.co/training Dad Edge Day with the Arizona Cardinals (November 15, Cardinals vs Rams, State Farm Stadium): https://thedadedge.com/nfl Roommates to soulmates thedadedge.com/soulmates   Enjoyed This Episode? If Sam's breakdown of that parking lot attack made you look at your own routine differently, put one habit to work this week. Get your head up and off your phone during those arrival and departure moments, and have the charm and no conversation with your daughter. If the show keeps delivering, follow, rate, and leave a review so more fathers can find these conversations.

"The first negotiation is actually a negotiation I have with myself about my own story."Before you can have hard conversations with others, you need to have an honest conversation with yourself. That's the counterintuitive advice from Sheila Heen, a Harvard Law School lecturer and co-author of Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most, who says our own internal narratives often derail our attempts at negotiation and conflict resolution. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart , Heen joins Matt Abrahams to explore effective communication in high-stakes situations. From giving and receiving feedback with her “ACE” framework (Appreciation, Coaching, and Evaluation) to recognizing the "degrees of difficulty" in disagreements, she offers practical strategies for having productive conversations even when emotions run high.Key Takeaways:Difficult conversations start with understanding yourself. Before trying to change someone else's mind, examine your own assumptions, emotions, and goals to create space for a more productive dialogue.Curiosity turns conflict into collaboration. Replacing blame with genuine questions and focusing on understanding rather than convincing helps build trust, reduce defensiveness, and move conversations forward.Activity:Decode feedback. The next time someone asks for feedback, don't answer immediately. Implement the ACE framework. First ask: "Are you looking for appreciation, coaching, or evaluation?" Then tailor your response to match what they actually needEpisode Reference Links:Sheila HeenSheila's Book: Difficult ConversationsEp. 204 Tough Talks: Turn Tension Into Trust Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:40) - Facing Difficult Conversations (03:53) - The Feelings Beneath Conflict (07:02) - The Stories We Tell Ourselves (08:19) - Start with the Third Story (09:59) - The Power of Questions (12:36) - Breaking an Impasse (16:15) - The Language of Curiosity (17:12) - Feedback That Lands (20:18) - Asking for Better Feedback (22:38) - Looking Beneath the Surface (24:15) - The Final Three Questions (31:30) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.comJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

What if the exhaustion you feel isn't burnout at all? Success coach, keynote speaker, and Dream Think Do host Mitch Matthews joins Mick Hunt for a conversation about purpose, clarity, action, and the hidden problem affecting many high achievers: being “bored out.” Mitch shares how a bad-fit corporate promotion began extinguishing his fire, how his wife helped him recognize the work he was born to do, and how he built a coaching and speaking business that surpassed his income in just five months. He also explains why a small injection of novelty can restore energy, why dreaming bigger must be paired with experimentation, and how to move from comparison and fear toward learning and love. In this episode: • Mitch's “Because”: loving God, loving his family, and encouraging encouragers • The clues that revealed his calling • Why action separates great from exceptional • Building an “authority bridge” without blowing up your life • The difference between burnout and being bored out • How 15 minutes of novelty can reignite your fire • Why successful people struggle to name their own dreams • Giving yourself permission to experiment • Reframing imposter syndrome as “winner's syndrome” • The five-word prayer that changed how Mitch entered important rooms LISTENER OFFER / FEATURED PROMOTION FREE TRAINING — Make Time for Your Next Chapter Visit: https://www.mitchmatthews.com/time Use code: MICK CHAPTERS 00:00 - Meet Mitch Matthews 01:39 - Mitch's “Because” and encouraging encouragers 08:39 - The bad-fit job that extinguished his fire 14:31 - Building an authority bridge without blowing up your life 16:34 -Burnout vs. “bored out” 23:13 - Dream bigger and act on it 27:08 - Clarity, permission, and experimentation 34:27 - The room that transformed comparison into learning 40:54 - The Unplugged Five 45:50 - Generosity, legacy, and Mitch's free gift Connect & Discover Mitch Matthews: Website: mitchmatthews.com Free Training: mitchmatthews.com/time. Use Code MICK LinkedIn: @mitchmatthews Instagram: @mitch.matthews Facebook: @mitch.matthews.104 Podcast: Dream Think Do FOLLOW MICK ON: Spotify: MickUnplugged Instagram: @mickunplugged  Facebook: @mickunplugged YouTube:  @MickUnpluggedPodcast  LinkedIn: @mickhunt  Website:  MickHuntOfficial.com Website: howtobeagoodleader.com Website: Leadloudseries.com Apple: MickUnplugged

Steven Sharp Nelson continues to explore the Book of Psalms, showing how prayers of praise and lament can heal burnout, quiet the inner critic, and turn everyday creativity into worship.ALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIM.coFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE:0:00  Part 2 - Brother Steven Sharp Nelson2:10 The temper story and a daughter5:52 One hill, two eyes, one Savior6:57 Touring, burnout, and “it's not up to you”10:48 Captain Ray's POW story15:00 Talk to the shepherd, not the sheep17:37 Satan's favorite lie: It won't get better18:47 the Shepherd and His Sheep misread painting23:28 Where did music first cause tears?28:40 Hank's Beach Boys and patriarchal blessing story31:22 Being the DJ of your own soul33:04 Using autoplay for revelation36:14 Praying for specific angels' help38:54 John's “Green Hill Far Away” memory41:01 Reframing “faith crisis” as faith journey42:20 The parable of the Meet-and-Greet Line47:22 Selah: The pause between the notes50:19 No unanswered prayers, only unfinished ones53:34 How to actually turn your life over to God59:26 Closing testimony of Jesus Christ and Psalm 1191:03:02 End of Part 2 – Brother Steven Sharp NelsonThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

Birth doesn't have to be something to fear. I sat down with Lana from Girl, Teach Me to talk about seeing labor as a God-designed process, not an emergency. We covered choosing the right midwife, why changing your mindset around pain is so powerful, and how to respond to people who think you are choosing home birth to get a “trophy”. Whether it's your first baby or your fifth, this episode is full of honest, empowering wisdom for walking into birth with peace!In this episode, we cover:Lana's story: how a college nutrition class sparked her love for birth and led to Girl, Teach MeBirth as normal— not an emergency to fear, but a process designed by GodThe faith walk of birth that requires releasing control and trusting God each time, no matter the numberChoosing your birth team wisely and why the right midwife makes all the differencePower moves and fear tactics— recognizing red flags in medical careLabor predictions that miss the mark: baby size, dilation, and due dates that don't actually mean muchA new perspective on pain: working with your body instead of resisting itBirth prep that actually helps: Bradley Method, Ina May, and positive birth storiesThe realities of the first-time birth and why it often takes longer and feels more intenseThings that can go wrong— why skilled midwives know when to transfer, and how most situations are calm and non-emergentHow to prepare for postpartum experiences like afterbirth cramps, recovery, and what actually helps (or doesn't)Thoughts on free birth— being prepared either way, but personally valuing the peace of a midwife's presenceHow Lana included her older children in her birth and what it meant to her daughtersWhy home birth just makes sense for outcomes, comfort, and family flowPushing back on comparison— birth choices aren't competitions, and excellence isn't judgmentLana's heart behind creating content for new moms through YouTube, blogging, and her courseView full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.RESOURCES MENTIONEDCheckout Lana's courses and resources hereUse code FARMHOUSE to save 10% on Lana's birth course!Join my FREE masterclass to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTubeMaster the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough courseGain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing seriesTurn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my YouTube Success AcademyKeep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbookCONNECTLana of Girl, Teach Me | Website | Instagram | YouTube | PinterestLisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | PinterestDo you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you'd like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.