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Today, we're bringing everything together—layering the week's techniques into one steady, nourishing practice that helps you embody the fresh start you've been craving. This is your integration episode: a guided reset that gently combines breath, visualization, affirmation, and embodiment cues—so the clarity you've been building doesn't stay in your mind… it settles into your nervous system. You'll begin by calming your body with the breath pattern you've practiced, then move into the fresh-start visualization: opening the inner windows, clearing the mental clutter, and stepping into a lighter, cleaner version of your year. From there, you'll weave in the supportive elements from the week—grounding stability, spacious awareness, and inner truth—so you can feel your next chapter forming from the inside out. And throughout the meditation, you'll be reminded of the core theme that makes real growth sustainable: you get to evolve at your own pace. This episode is perfect if you want to feel renewed without rushing, motivated without pressure, and clear without overthinking. Let this be your anchor—a practice you can return to any time you want to reset, realign, and begin again. This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh: A Gentle Reset for a Brand New Year,"  episodes 2819-2825. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "A Brand New Approach" This week's challenge offers you a way to experience a life refresh. You're invited to do something every day to uplevel your life in some way. You might select one area of your life to focus on refreshing. Think about what you have been putting off doing for yourself. This is the week to begin honoring yourself again. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Refresh Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I evolve at my own pace." Day 3:  Visualization Breath Day 4:  Tattva mudra for self-expression Day 5:  Fifth Chakra for inner truth Day 6:  Refresh Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure Welcome to this special series: Refresh — a gentle, powerful reset for the start of a brand new year. If you've been craving that clean-slate feeling—not just on your calendar, but inside your mind and in the way you live—this is for you. Because a new year isn't only a date. It's an invitation. To clear what's been cluttering your inner space… to come back to what matters… and to choose how you want to feel as you move forward. Over the next seven episodes, we're going to refresh seven key areas of your life—not with pressure, perfection, or a long list of goals… but with inner clarity. Think of this series like opening the windows of your life and letting fresh air move through every room. Each day, we'll focus on one area—simple, practical, and deeply supportive. You'll be guided through: a short, grounding insight to create perspective a few reflective prompts to clarify what's true for you right now and a calming meditation to help you integrate the shift—so this becomes something you feel, not just something you think about This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not behind. You don't need to become someone else to have a meaningful year. This is about coming home to yourself—and gently updating the way you live, so your days match the person you're becoming. So wherever you are—making coffee, sitting in your car, walking outside, or curled up in a quiet corner—take a breath and let this be your beginning. Welcome to your refresh. Let's start the year with clarity… and create a life that feels clean, aligned, and truly yours. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Chris Cuomo breaks down the competing reactions to what just happened in Venezuela and why that “pick a side” framing misses the real issue. He lays out why the operation went forward, what it cost, why the aftermath is more complicated than “bad guy out, good guys in,” and the biggest unanswered questions about what the Trump administration is doing now and what comes next. Then, Rick de la Torre (founder and CEO, Tower Strategy, and former CIA Caracas Station Chief) joins Chris to explain what the post-operation reality looks like on the ground, why stability often means dealing with whoever is actually inside the country, and how a reported CIA assessment fits into the decision to leave parts of the existing power structure in place—plus what that implies for the next phase in Venezuela. Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Join Chris Ad-Free On Substack: http://thechriscuomoproject.substack.com Support our sponsors: Refresh your winter wardrobe with Quince—visit https://quince.com/cuomo for free shipping and 365-day returns. Get the right life insurance for you and save more than 50% at https://selectquote.com/chrisc Reverse hair loss with @iRestorelaser and get exclusive savings on the iRestore Elite, use code CUOMO at https://irestore.com/cuomo! #irestorepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Caldera Lab and WHOOP. Today we sit down with interior designer, TV host, and wellness advocate Sabrina Soto to explore how our homes profoundly shape our mental health, nervous system, relationships, and sense of identity. Sabrina shares her deeply personal journey—from growing up in chaos and creating a safe haven as a teenager, to landing her first HGTV role through a Craigslist ad—and explains why design isn't about trends or perfection, but alignment. This episode explores the emotional weight of clutter, how environment influences cortisol and stress, why small changes can create massive life shifts, and how designing your space is ultimately about designing the life you want to live—one intentional step forward at a time. Follow Sabrina @Sabrina_soto Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Why Your Home Might Be Keeping You Stuck 01:21 – Sabrina's Daily Wellness & Non-Negotiables 04:36 – How Home Design Directly Impacts Mental Health 05:21 – Childhood Trauma, Chaos & Creating a Safe Haven 06:15 – Why People Dread Coming Home (and How to Fix It) 09:12 – Creating "Vignettes" That Support Your Best Life 11:00 – Why Sabrina Rejects Design Rules & Trends 12:13 – How Life Phases Shape Your Design Style 13:01 – Music, Culture & Identity in Home Design 14:14 – Using AI Wisely (Without Losing Your Intuition) 15:09 – The Craigslist Ad That Changed Everything 18:25 – Acting "As If" Before the Opportunity Arrives 21:01 – Why You're One Phone Call Away From Changing Your Life 24:30 – Cuban Culture, Perfectionism & Letting Go 28:39 – How Sabrina Scans a Room in the First 60 Seconds 30:16 – The 5-Minute Declutter That Lowers Stress 32:22 – How to Refresh a Room With $500 35:16 – 3 Cheat Codes for Instant Room Elevation 36:20 – Where People Waste the Most Money in Design 39:49 – Timeless Design vs. Trends You'll Regret 42:25 – Should Your Whole Home Match? 43:27 – What HGTV Doesn't Show You About Makeovers 47:06 – Designing a Home That Calms the Nervous System 49:29 – When a Bedroom Makeover Saves a Marriage 52:14 – How Your Environment Creates a Ripple Effect in Life 56:48 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Save 20% on the best men's skincare with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CalderaLab.com Get the WHOOP 5.0 activity tracker at https://www.Join.WHOOP.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube

Today, we're working with the 5th chakra—your throat center (Vishuddha)—the space of inner truth, clear expression, and the courage to live in alignment. When the throat chakra is supported, your life gets simpler: you stop forcing what isn't true, and you start choosing what actually fits. This guided practice is a gentle "inner truth" technique: you'll tune in, listen beneath the noise, and reconnect with the part of you that already knows what you need next. From there, you'll be guided through a calming visualization of the fresh start you've been craving—not as a dramatic overhaul, but as a clean, clear shift in energy. One honest choice. One aligned step. One breath at a time. You'll also be invited to release the pressure to rush your growth. Because when you live from inner truth, you don't need to sprint—you simply evolve at your own pace, trusting your timing and letting your life unfold in a way that feels real. This episode is for you if you've felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what direction to take—especially at the beginning of a new year. Come back to your truth. Let clarity rise. Let your next chapter begin gently. This is day 5 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh: A Gentle Reset for a Brand New Year,"  episodes 2819-2825. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "A Brand New Approach" This week's challenge offers you a way to experience a life refresh. You're invited to do something every day to uplevel your life in some way. You might select one area of your life to focus on refreshing. Think about what you have been putting off doing for yourself. This is the week to begin honoring yourself again. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Refresh Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I evolve at my own pace." Day 3:  Visualization Breath Day 4:  Tattva mudra for self-expression Day 5:  Fifth Chakra for inner truth Day 6:  Refresh Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure Welcome to this special series: Refresh — a gentle, powerful reset for the start of a brand new year. If you've been craving that clean-slate feeling—not just on your calendar, but inside your mind and in the way you live—this is for you. Because a new year isn't only a date. It's an invitation. To clear what's been cluttering your inner space… to come back to what matters… and to choose how you want to feel as you move forward. Over the next seven episodes, we're going to refresh seven key areas of your life—not with pressure, perfection, or a long list of goals… but with inner clarity. Think of this series like opening the windows of your life and letting fresh air move through every room. Each day, we'll focus on one area—simple, practical, and deeply supportive. You'll be guided through: a short, grounding insight to create perspective a few reflective prompts to clarify what's true for you right now and a calming meditation to help you integrate the shift—so this becomes something you feel, not just something you think about This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not behind. You don't need to become someone else to have a meaningful year. This is about coming home to yourself—and gently updating the way you live, so your days match the person you're becoming. So wherever you are—making coffee, sitting in your car, walking outside, or curled up in a quiet corner—take a breath and let this be your beginning. Welcome to your refresh. Let's start the year with clarity… and create a life that feels clean, aligned, and truly yours. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Happy Tactful New Year! Cody, Andrew & Ren share how they spent New Year's getting drunk in Mexico and the Caribbean, their HEATED RIVALRY finale reaction (NO SPOILERS), and Cody & Andrew's plea to straight people!! PLUS: Why are we still sending holiday cards? Have you ever been "ineligible" to get into a club? Should straight men approach relationships like gay men? Would you leave your friend behind to get into a Miami New Year's party? AND Bethenny Frankel's flesh eating virus!!Refresh your winter wardrobe! Go to Quince.com/pettiness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

529 plans are getting more flexible in 2026, and on this episode of BullCast we break down what families need to know before making education funding decisions. We kick things off with a fun list of real college classes that sound fake (but aren't) to get everyone excited about all the different paths education can take. Then we dive into the updated 529 rules, including the increase to the K–12 annual withdrawal limit and why 529 funds can now be used in more ways than many people realize, so you can feel confident saving smarter and planning for whatever comes next. The List: Real College Classes That Sound Fake (But Aren't) Hashtags: #529plans #educationalsavings #education #savings #newepisode #The529Refresh  Visit us online: www.bullcastpodcast.com Produced by Cameron Spann | Powered by Pickler Wealth Advisors Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com

225: Bonsoir and happy new year to you all! Andrew's awesome girlfriend Lauren joins the podcast as they set up outside of the hottest nightclub in Paris and chat with wild French partygoers until 3AM. Guests include a young guy who gets kicked out of the club for a major party foul, two girls drunkenly debating the existence of god, and France's premiere social media influencer slash night club doorman, Isaak Dessaux. Recorded on 05/16/2025 in front of La Fête in Paris, France!Refresh your winter wardrobe with Quince. Go to https://Quince.com/podoutside for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Go to hims.com/OUTSIDE for your personalized ED treatment options.This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit Betterhelp.com/outside today to get 10% off your first month.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, you'll be guided with the Tattva Mudra to help you feel the fresh start you've been craving—steady, clear, and true from the inside out. Tattvas are the elemental building blocks of nature—earth, water, fire, air, and space—and working with them can be a beautiful way to ground your intentions in something simple and embodied. In this episode, we'll use a gentle Earth + Space focus: Prithvi Mudra to support stability and renewal, and then a moment of open awareness to invite spacious clarity. As you hold the mudra, you'll be guided to visualize your life as if you're opening the windows, clearing the inner rooms, and letting fresh air move through. From that place, you'll imagine your next steps unfolding without force—evolving at your own pace, trusting your timing, and letting growth be sustainable rather than rushed. This is a practice for anyone who wants a reset without pressure—just calm energy, inner clarity, and a grounded beginning. Mudra practice: Prithvi Mudra (Earth): touch the tip of your ring finger to the tip of your thumb; other fingers extend softly. This is day 4 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh: A Gentle Reset for a Brand New Year,"  episodes 2819-2825. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "A Brand New Approach" This week's challenge offers you a way to experience a life refresh. You're invited to do something every day to uplevel your life in some way. You might select one area of your life to focus on refreshing. Think about what you have been putting off doing for yourself. This is the week to begin honoring yourself again. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Refresh Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I evolve at my own pace." Day 3:  Visualization Breath Day 4:  Tattva mudra for self-expression Day 5:  Fifth Chakra for inner truth Day 6:  Refresh Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure Welcome to this special series: Refresh — a gentle, powerful reset for the start of a brand new year. If you've been craving that clean-slate feeling—not just on your calendar, but inside your mind and in the way you live—this is for you. Because a new year isn't only a date. It's an invitation. To clear what's been cluttering your inner space… to come back to what matters… and to choose how you want to feel as you move forward. Over the next seven episodes, we're going to refresh seven key areas of your life—not with pressure, perfection, or a long list of goals… but with inner clarity. Think of this series like opening the windows of your life and letting fresh air move through every room. Each day, we'll focus on one area—simple, practical, and deeply supportive. You'll be guided through: a short, grounding insight to create perspective a few reflective prompts to clarify what's true for you right now and a calming meditation to help you integrate the shift—so this becomes something you feel, not just something you think about This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not behind. You don't need to become someone else to have a meaningful year. This is about coming home to yourself—and gently updating the way you live, so your days match the person you're becoming. So wherever you are—making coffee, sitting in your car, walking outside, or curled up in a quiet corner—take a breath and let this be your beginning. Welcome to your refresh. Let's start the year with clarity… and create a life that feels clean, aligned, and truly yours. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

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Today, you're guided with a calming breathing technique to create the fresh start you've been craving—not through pressure or perfection, but through presence. This guided practice helps you slow your nervous system, clear mental noise, and gently open the inner space where clarity lives. We'll begin with a simple breath pattern you can return to anytime you feel rushed or overwhelmed, then move into a visualization designed to help you feel what a clean-slate moment is like in your body: lighter, steadier, and more aligned. From there, you'll be guided to imagine your next steps unfolding naturally—evolving at your own pace—so your growth feels sustainable, grounded, and true to you. You'll leave this episode with a refreshed mind, a calmer body, and a clear inner reminder: you don't have to force your life forward. You can breathe your way into what's next. This is day 3 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh: A Gentle Reset for a Brand New Year,"  episodes 2819-2825. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "A Brand New Approach" This week's challenge offers you a way to experience a life refresh. You're invited to do something every day to uplevel your life in some way. You might select one area of your life to focus on refreshing. Think about what you have been putting off doing for yourself. This is the week to begin honoring yourself again. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Refresh Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I evolve at my own pace." Day 3:  Visualization Breath Day 4:  Tattva mudra for self-expression Day 5:  Fifth Chakra for inner truth Day 6:  Refresh Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure Welcome to this special series: Refresh — a gentle, powerful reset for the start of a brand new year. If you've been craving that clean-slate feeling—not just on your calendar, but inside your mind and in the way you live—this is for you. Because a new year isn't only a date. It's an invitation. To clear what's been cluttering your inner space… to come back to what matters… and to choose how you want to feel as you move forward. Over the next seven episodes, we're going to refresh seven key areas of your life—not with pressure, perfection, or a long list of goals… but with inner clarity. Think of this series like opening the windows of your life and letting fresh air move through every room. Each day, we'll focus on one area—simple, practical, and deeply supportive. You'll be guided through: a short, grounding insight to create perspective a few reflective prompts to clarify what's true for you right now and a calming meditation to help you integrate the shift—so this becomes something you feel, not just something you think about This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not behind. You don't need to become someone else to have a meaningful year. This is about coming home to yourself—and gently updating the way you live, so your days match the person you're becoming. So wherever you are—making coffee, sitting in your car, walking outside, or curled up in a quiet corner—take a breath and let this be your beginning. Welcome to your refresh. Let's start the year with clarity… and create a life that feels clean, aligned, and truly yours. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

As we step into a new year, I decided to begin with something close to my heart — connection. This solo episode is all about how we can start 2026 by building and strengthening R.E.A.L. relationships: those built on trust, appreciation, and genuine human care.A personal story from my husband's recent surgery reminded me that kindness and connection show up in unexpected ways, and that people remember how we make them feel. From that experience grew this reflection on the R.E.A.L. Connection System, the framework I teach to help people and businesses stay connected in meaningful ways:Refresh. Engage. Appreciate. Leverage.In this episode, I walk through each of these pillars and how they show up in real life, from refreshing your LinkedIn presence, to engaging intentionally online and offline, to showing appreciation in ways that leave a lasting impression.Key TakeawaysRefresh your presence so your online identity reflects who you are today, not who you were years ago.Engage with intention — show up where your people are and participate meaningfully.Appreciate authentically — small gestures can create emotional anchors that last for years.Leverage relationships — trust creates opportunity, and every introduction or referral begins with connection.Choose one pillar to focus on this year — start simple and stay consistent.When you build your business from a place of genuine care, everything else unfolds more naturally.I'd love to hear how you're applying the R.E.A.L. principles in your business. Connect with me and share one small way you're refreshing, engaging, appreciating, or leveraging relationships this month and if you'd like to explore how to implement the R.E.A.L. Connection System in your business, please reach out. I'm here to support you.In appreciation for being here, I have some gifts for you:A LinkedIn Checklist for setting up your fully optimized Profile:An opportunity to test drive the Follow Up system I recommend by checking this presentation page - you won't regret it. AND … Don't forget to connect with me on LinkedIn and be eligible for my complimentary LinkedIn profile audit – I do one each month for a lucky listener!Connect with me:http://JanicePorter.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/janiceporter/https://www.facebook.com/janiceporter1https://www.instagram.com/socjanice/Thanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode andthink that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the socialmedia buttons on this page.Do you

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In today's Refresh Your Life meditation, you're invited to soften the pressure to "get it all together" and return to something far more sustainable: evolving at your own pace. This gentle guided practice helps you release urgency, reset your nervous system, and reconnect with the truth that growth doesn't need to be rushed to be real. You'll be guided with a steady affirmation designed to anchor you in self-trust—so you can move forward with clarity, patience, and quiet confidence. Whether you're starting over, starting fresh, or simply starting again, this is your reminder: you're allowed to unfold in your own timing. Affirmation: I evolve at my own pace. I trust my timing. I am becoming—gently, steadily, and truly. Press play when you need a reset from comparison, overwhelm, or the pressure of New Year goals—and let this meditation help you refresh your life from the inside out. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "A Brand New Approach" This week's challenge offers you a way to experience a life refresh. You're invited to do something every day to uplevel your life in some way. You might select one area of your life to focus on refreshing. Think about what you have been putting off doing for yourself. This is the week to begin honoring yourself again. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Refresh Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I evolve at my own pace." Day 3:  Visualization Breath Day 4:  Tattva mudra for self-expression Day 5:  Fifth Chakra for inner truth Day 6:  Refresh Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure Welcome to this special series: Refresh — a gentle, powerful reset for the start of a brand new year. If you've been craving that clean-slate feeling—not just on your calendar, but inside your mind and in the way you live—this is for you. Because a new year isn't only a date. It's an invitation. To clear what's been cluttering your inner space… to come back to what matters… and to choose how you want to feel as you move forward. Over the next seven episodes, we're going to refresh seven key areas of your life—not with pressure, perfection, or a long list of goals… but with inner clarity. Think of this series like opening the windows of your life and letting fresh air move through every room. Each day, we'll focus on one area—simple, practical, and deeply supportive. You'll be guided through: a short, grounding insight to create perspective a few reflective prompts to clarify what's true for you right now and a calming meditation to help you integrate the shift—so this becomes something you feel, not just something you think about This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not behind. You don't need to become someone else to have a meaningful year. This is about coming home to yourself—and gently updating the way you live, so your days match the person you're becoming. So wherever you are—making coffee, sitting in your car, walking outside, or curled up in a quiet corner—take a breath and let this be your beginning. Welcome to your refresh. Let's start the year with clarity… and create a life that feels clean, aligned, and truly yours. This is day 2 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh: A Gentle Reset for a Brand New Year,"  episodes 2819-2825. SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Welcome to this special series: Refresh — a gentle, powerful reset for the start of a brand new year. If you've been craving that clean-slate feeling—not just on your calendar, but inside your mind and in the way you live—this is for you. Because a new year isn't only a date. It's an invitation. To clear what's been cluttering your inner space… to come back to what matters… and to choose how you want to feel as you move forward. Over the next seven episodes, we're going to refresh seven key areas of your life—not with pressure, perfection, or a long list of goals… but with inner clarity. Think of this series like opening the windows of your life and letting fresh air move through every room. Each day, we'll focus on one area—simple, practical, and deeply supportive. You'll be guided through: a short, grounding insight to create perspective a few reflective prompts to clarify what's true for you right now and a calming meditation to help you integrate the shift—so this becomes something you feel, not just something you think about This isn't about fixing yourself. You're not behind. You don't need to become someone else to have a meaningful year. This is about coming home to yourself—and gently updating the way you live, so your days match the person you're becoming. So wherever you are—making coffee, sitting in your car, walking outside, or curled up in a quiet corner—take a breath and let this be your beginning. Welcome to your refresh. Let's start the year with clarity… and create a life that feels clean, aligned, and truly yours. This is day 1 of a 7-day meditation series, "Refresh: A Gentle Reset for a Brand New Year Meditations,"  episodes 2819-2825. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY: THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - "A Brand New Approach" This week's challenge offers you a way to experience a life refresh. You're invited to do something every day to uplevel your life in some way. You might select one area of your life to focus on refreshing. Think about what you have been putting off doing for yourself. This is the week to begin honoring yourself again. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Refresh Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I evolve at my own pace." Day 3:  Visualization Breath Day 4:  Tattva mudra for self-expression Day 5:  Fifth Chakra for inner truth Day 6:  Refresh Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

A new year is a fresh start, and God calls us to embrace discipline over default living. This message shows how prayer, fasting, and intentional faith can break strongholds, grow our relationship with Christ, and set our lives on the right trajectory.//NEXT STEPS: http://rockcity.churchPRAYER REQUESTS: https://rockcitychurch.tv/careGIVE: https://rockcitychurch.tv/give// Rock City Church has multiple locations throughout Columbus, Ohio. Whether you're spiritually restless, new at discovering who God is or you are a veteran of the faith, you are welcome here! //WEBSITE: https://rockcitychurch.tvFACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/rockcitychurchINSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/rockcitychurch

In a message contextualized by the beginning of a new year, Family Life Pastor Josh Burfeind breaks down three questions that help believers look at their lives with a fresh perspective. Pastor Josh teaches on the balance of routines and abiding in our relationship with Jesus, the value of accountability and wisdom found in community, and the generational legacy that each of us is called to invest in now. As we enter 2026, these questions provide a new framework for making difficult decisions regarding our priorities and measuring success with New Year's resolutions. ____ Partner with New Tribe: Give | https://newtribe.church/give/ ____ Connect with New Tribe: Website | https://newtribe.church/comeexperience/ Instagram | / newtribechurch Facebook | / newtribechurch YouTube | / newtribechurch

Day 4 of the Quarterly Retreat Mini-Series: OPTIMIZE You've planned. You've created. You've organized. Today, we optimize. Day 4 is where we take everything you've built this week and make it smoother, lighter, more efficient, and far easier to sustain. This is where you move from "scrambling and reacting" to feeling supported by your tools, systems, and environment. Inside this episode, you'll: Refresh or update your website, LinkedIn, or public-facing profile so it matches who you are now Optimize your templates so you stop reinventing the wheel Clean up and clarify your social media presence Automate, streamline, and systematize the parts of life and work that drain your energy Design a workflow that frees up more time, space, and mental bandwidth By the end of Day 4, you'll feel clearer, calmer, and more supported by the structures around you. This is the day that creates ease.

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Bernard Harris, a leader whose extraordinary career trajectory—from physician to NASA astronaut to CEO and venture capitalist—offers rare insights into the inner work of leadership. Dr. Harris is the first African American to walk in space, and the author of Embracing Infinite Possibilities: Letting Go of Fear to Find Your Highest Potential. His unique vantage point, shaped by science, space exploration, and C-suite leadership, gives him an extraordinary lens on what really limits potential—not just for individuals, but for teams and entire organizations.This is not a conversation about space missions. It's a candid exploration of the hidden forces that hold even the most accomplished leaders back. Dr. Harris shares how fear, false identity, and overachievement can become barriers disguised as success—and how leaders can finally begin to let go. With disarming honesty, he recounts how constant validation once drove his every move, and how shedding that need was key to unlocking deeper effectiveness and personal alignment.What makes this episode essential for executive listeners is not just the personal story—it's the direct application to business and leadership contexts. Dr. Harris talks about leading teams under pressure, confronting blind spots in senior leadership, and what it really takes to receive feedback at the top. His reflections offer a masterclass in self-awareness and intentional leadership, especially for those navigating high-stakes roles where perception often replaces truth.Whether you're leading a company, serving on a board, or mentoring the next generation of executives, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you define success, strength, and growth. The conversation isn't about doing more—it's about uncovering what's driving your decisions, and whether it's truly aligned with your values and long-term vision.Actionable Takeaways:You'll learn how Dr. Harris overcame fear—not through toughness, but by reframing what failure really means for leaders.Hear how overachievement can be a trap, even when it's applauded—especially for those in senior roles.Discover why most CEOs stop getting meaningful feedback—and what to do to get the truth back on the table.Explore the performance identity leaders develop—and how it can silently limit their ability to lead authentically.Find out what happened when Dr. Harris was told by his team: “You're a micromanager”—and what he did next.Learn why self-awareness is a strategic advantage, not just a personal virtue.Hear Dr. Harris describe how he applies the same mindset that got him into space to running businesses and investing.Explore how internal versus external drivers shape leadership clarity—and how to regain control of your narrative.Understand how success, when unchecked, can become an armor that distances leaders from their teams.Connect with Dr. Bernard HarrisBernard Harris LinkedIn Embracing Infinite Possiblities Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

Bookwaves/Artwaves is produced and hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Links to assorted local theater & book venues   Jack Arnold (1916-1992). Film Director (“Creature from the Black Lagoon” et al), 1980 Jack Arnold, who died at the age of 75 in 1992, was the 1950s master of the science fiction film. Among the films he directed were It Came From Outer Space, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, Revenge of the Creature, Tarantula, and The Incredible Shrinking Man. The Probabilities crew – Richard A. Lupoff, Lawrence Davidson and Richard Wolinsky – received a small stipend from a science fiction convention and flew to Los Angeles to interview Jack Arnold in his office at Universal Studios. The interview is undated but was recorded in around 1980, give or take a year. It Came from Outer Space, along with two film noirs, were released  in 1953, Creature from the Black Lagoon in 1954 and Revenge of the Creature in 1955. The first western, The Man from Bitter Ridge along with Tarantula and his work on This Island Earth also came from 1955. The rest of the westerns, along with The Incredible Shrinking Man and the Peter Sellers classic The Mouse That Roared, came between 1956 and 1959. After that, he directed a couple more A pictures, as he called them, but his primary work moved to television, and from then until his retirement in 1984, he was constantly working on projects for the small screen, interspersed with the occasional film. Remastered and re-edited by Richard Wolinsky in July 2021. Complete Interview     Book Interview/Events and Theatre Links Note: Shows may unexpectedly close early or be postponed due to actors' positive COVID tests. Check the venue for closures, ticket refunds, and mask requirements before arrival. Dates are in-theater performances unless otherwise noted. Some venues operate Tuesday – Sunday; others for shorter periods each week. All times Pacific Time. Closing dates are sometimes extended. Book Stores Bay Area Book Festival  See website for highlights from the 110th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, May 31 – June 1, 2025. Book Passage.  Monthly Calendar. Mix of on-line and in-store events. Books Inc.  Mix of on-line and in-store events. The Booksmith.  Monthly Event Calendar. BookShop West Portal. Monthly Event Calendar. Center for Literary Arts, San Jose. See website for Book Club guests in upcoming months. Green Apple Books. Events calendar. Kepler's Books  On-line Refresh the Page program listings. Live Theater Companies Actors Ensemble of Berkeley.  See website for readings and events. Actor's Reading Collective (ARC).  See website for upcoming productions. African American Art & Culture Complex. See website for calendar. American Conservatory Theatre A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams, Jan. 21 – Feb. 1, 2026, Toni Rembe (Geary). Paranormal Activity, Feb. 19 – March 15, Toni Rembe. Awesome Theatre Company. See website for information. Berkeley Playhouse. Once, February 20 – March 22.  Berkeley Rep. An Evening with David Sedaris, .Jan. 3 – 11, Roda Theatre. Berkeley Shakespeare Company See website for upcoming productions. Brava Theatre Center: See calendar for events listings. BroadwaySF: The Book of Mormon, Jan. 13 – Feb. 1. See website for complete listings for the Orpheum, Golden Gate and Curran Theaters. Broadway San Jose:  A Beautiful Noise, December 30 – January 4. See website for other events. Center REP: Lost in Yonkers by Neil Simon, March 29 – April 19. Central Stage. See website for upcoming productions, 5221 Central Avenue, Richmond Central Works After Happy by Patricia Milton, Feb. 28 – March 29. Cinnabar Theatre. My Fair Lady, January 23 – February 8, 2026. Club Fugazi. Dear San Francisco ongoing. Check website for Music Mondays listings. Contra Costa Civic Theatre A Chorus Line, June 6 – 21 See website for other events and concerts. Golden Thread  See website for upcoming productions. Hillbarn Theatre: What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Schreck, January 22 – February 8. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre. See website for upcoming productions. Los Altos Stage Company. Yoga Play by Dipika Guha. January 22 – February 15.. Lower Bottom Playaz  See website for upcoming productions. Magic Theatre. Macbeth, a new version by Migdalia Cruz. March 18 – April 5. Marin Shakespeare Company: Let The Wind Sweep Through: A Conference of Birds, Feb. 6-15. See website for schedule. Marin Theatre: The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov Jan . 29 – Feb. 22, 2026. Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Upcoming Events Page. New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC)  Ruthless,  Dec. 5 – January 11, 2026. New Performance Traditions.  See website for upcoming schedule Oakland Theater Project. See website for upcoming 2026 season. Odd Salon: Upcoming events in San Francisco & New York, and streaming. Palace of Fine Arts Theater.  See website for event listings. Pear Theater. My Fair Lady, Feb 20 – March 8. See website for staged readings and other events. Playful People Productions. Next production: The Play That Goes Wrong. Presidio Theatre. See website for complete schedule of events and performances. The Children's Theatre Association of San Francisco (CTA) presents Once Upon a Mattress, January 24 – February 28, Ray of Light: Mean Girls. May 2026. Ross Valley Players: See website for New Works Sunday night readings and other events. San Francisco Playhouse. Into the Woods. November 30 – January 17, 2026. SFBATCO.  See website for upcoming streaming and in- theater shows. San Jose Stage Company: See website for events and upcoming season Shotgun Players.  Sunday in the Park with George, November 15 – January 31. South Bay Musical Theatre:  Little Women, The Broadway Musical, January 24 – February 14, 2026. SPARC: See website for upcoming events. Stagebridge: See website for events and productions. Storytime every 4th Saturday. The Breath Project. Streaming archive. The Marsh: Calendar listings for Berkeley, San Francisco and Marshstream. Theatre Lunatico  See website for upcoming productions.. Theatre Rhino  Left Field, written and directed by John Fisher, February 19 – March 15. Streaming: Essential Services Project, conceived and performed by John Fisher, all weekly performances now available on demand. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Hershey Felder: The Piano and Me, January 17 – February 8, Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Primary Trust by Eboni Booth, March 4 – 29, Lucie Stern Theatre, Palo Alto. Word for Word.  See website for upcoming productions. Misc. Listings: BAMPFA: On View calendar for Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Berkeley Symphony: See website for listings. Chamber Music San Francisco: Calendar, 2025 Season. Dance Mission Theatre. On stage events calendar. Fort Mason Center. Events calendar. Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Calendar listings and upcoming shows. San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. See schedule for upcoming SFGMC performances. San Francisco Opera. Calendar listings. San Francisco Symphony. Calendar listings. Filmed Live Musicals: Searchable database of all filmed live musicals, podcast, blog. If you'd like to add your bookstore or theater venue to this list, please write Richard@kpfa.org   . The post Bookwaves/Artwaves – January 1, 2026: The Probabilities Archive. Jack Arnold (1916-1992), Science Fiction Film Director appeared first on KPFA.

Feeling burnt out and wondering why another planner or goal list isn't fixing it? That's because more strategy won't help if you're still dragging the old version of you into the new year.In this episode, I'm breaking down why resolutions fail (they're behavior-based, not identity-based) and sharing the exact prompts I use to help creatives step into a higher capacity version of themselves.In this episode, you'll discover:[01:30] Why more planners and strategy won't help if your identity doesn't shift first[05:00] The real reason resolutions die by February (and what to do instead)[07:19] How to set intentions that come from desire, not lack (with a personal example)[08:39] The powerful question: What are you no longer available for in 2026?[10:00] How to choose your rooms and step into greater visibility[12:56] The exercise that helps you leave old versions of yourself behind[15:00] Vision prompts for radical honesty that will change everythingIf you're ready to stop playing small with your vision and actually embody the person who can hold your biggest dreams, this episode is your New Year's reset.Here are the resources mentioned in the show:The Breakthrough 21-Day Activation (Starting January 5th)Vision to Reality Jewelry Business PlannerJanuary Jumpstart ChallengeDesire AI Marketing ToolAre you enjoying the podcast? We'd be so grateful if you gave us a rating and review! Your 5 star ratings help us reach more businesses like yours and allows us to continue to deliver valuable content every single week. Click here to review the show on Apple podcast or your favorite platformSelect “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review”Share your favorite insights and inspirationsIf you haven't done so yet, make sure that you subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts and on Apple Podcast for special bonus content you won't get elsewhere.xo, Tracy MatthewsFollow on Social:Follow @Flourish_Thrive on InstagramFollow @iamtracymatthews  InstagramFollow Flourish & Thrive Facebook

Step into a fresh season of life with this Deep Sleep Meditation. Whether you are transitioning into a New Year, starting a new week or month, or simply closing a chapter in your personal story, The Winter Refresh is designed to reset your nervous system and clear your mind for a new beginning. Settle into the coziest winter haven and find quiet, supportive reassurance. It's time to dream away.

Welcome aboard to another episode of the Traveling Groomers Podcast, where the world of mobile and house call grooming comes alive! In this episode, hosts Chris Anthony and Mary Oquendo dive deep into what it means to truly invest in your grooming business—especially during the holiday season and as we roll into the New Year. Forget standard New Year's resolutions! Instead, our hosts challenge groomers to think about "gifting" their business—whether it's upgrading equipment, streamlining operations by cutting unnecessary subscriptions, or even adding valuable enrichment tools and treats to make life easier for both pets and groomers. The conversation covers everything from the practical (like the importance of a trash can with a lid) to self-care for your business, such as revamping policies, updating first aid kits, and being honest with yourself and your clients. You'll also hear real-world stories about upholding policies, handling those tricky cancellation fees, and advocating for yourself and your furry clients both in the grooming salon and at the vet's office. Chris Anthony and Mary Oquendo blend wisdom, humor, and a healthy dose of real talk, sharing both lessons learned the hard way and tips to start your new year with clarity and confidence. So grab your travel mug, hop aboard, and let's explore how you can set your business up for another successful, fulfilling year. Happy New Year, and happy grooming!

As a busy mom heading into the final stretch of the year, you may feel torn between resting, planning, and getting ready for January. In this episode of the Purpose Driven Mom Podcast, you learn how to reset and refresh before the new year without burnout, guilt, or extreme goal setting. If you want a calm, realistic approach to productivity, routines, and planning for the new year as a working or work at home mom, this episode is for you. Cara Harvey explains why January does not require a full life overhaul and how a gentle reset can be more effective than forcing big changes. You will hear why post holiday exhaustion is normal, how pressure around New Year productivity creates overwhelm, and why small intentional shifts can help you feel more grounded and in control as routines return. Links: AI prompt guide for busy moms. Sign up for FREE here Sign up for the On Purpose YOU waitlist, a flexible learning library for moms. A PURPOSE-DRIVEN MOM SHOW NOTES:apurposedrivenmom.com/podcast491 Resources: Join the Purpose Driven Mom Club!  Subscribe to the Purpose Driven Mom Youtube Channel  Follow us on Instagram  Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page  Follow us on Pinterest Join us on TikTok   

Our book on personal branding is launching in early 2026! Stay updated on the launch at ForthRight-Business.com & ForthRight-People.com New Year, New You! We all know the flood of trends, and usually tricks, to overhaul our lives that come with a new year. Resolutions tend to fail because people look for a quick fix and try unsustainable methods to make big changes in a short amount of time. The way to make sure your resolutions translate to true, lasting life impact is by addressing them in context of your Personal Brand. We discuss 4 questions for doing just that. For more about ForthRight Business by ForthRight People or for 1:1 consultation, check us out at ForthRight-Business.com And as always, if you need Strategic Counsel, don't hesitate to reach out to us at: ForthRight-People.com FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/forthrightpeople.marketingagency INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/forthrightpeople/ LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/forthright-people/ RESOURCES https://www.forthright-people.com/resources VIRTUAL CONSULTANCY https://www.forthright-people.com/shop

Are you stuck playing small because you're not being honest about what you truly want? In this episode, I invite you into my real-time journey of self-discovery—unpacking what it means to find your flow, listen to your inner voice, and step into the life you deserve. Let's get raw about worthiness, fear, and aligning your path with purpose.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:1. Identify When You're in Flow: The key to discovering what you truly want is to notice the moments when time slips away—when work feels effortless and energizing. Reflect on those scenarios in detail to find clues about your genuine passions and pursuits.2. Stop Settling—Get Honest With Yourself: Many of us create comforting but untrue narratives about what we deserve or can achieve. Real growth and fulfillment come when we get radical with our self-honesty, even if what we really want feels out of reach or a little scary.3. Listen for the Whisper, Not the Noise: It's easy to get distracted by the chaos of daily life and external expectations. But the most important guidance comes in quiet moments—from that still, small voice within. Make an intentional effort to tune in, because that's where your real answers are hiding.Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?If today's episode spoke to you, don't just listen—step behind the curtain and join the Journey Feed. Inside the Journey Feed, you'll get:Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Straight talk, “Elzisms,” and faith-driven insights to help you align purpose and profit.Backstage Access – Go behind the scenes of the Journey to Mastery movement with raw lessons, unseen stories, and deeper context.Focus Prompts & Reflections – Practical tools to help you lead with intention and master your week.Private Invites – Be first to join Fix Your Focus challenges, workshops, and live experiences.Exclusive Content – Access behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from my journey of building Kingdom-first ventures.Go Deeper With The Flame Starter BookTake the next step and grab Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery — your guide to living In Purpose. On Purpose.™Support The MissionIf the Journey to Mastery podcast has helped you grow, consider contributing to help us continue creating faith-centered tools, resources, and conversations for kingdom entrepreneurs like you. I am an independent podcaster and your support helps keep me going.

The Falcons face off against the Rams on Monday Night Football, the team that Falcons Head Coach Raheem Morris won a Super Bowl with, and it would probably do coach a favor if the "Super Bowl or Bust" mentality that the Rams have rubs off a little more.

Feeling like Instagram just… stopped working? If you're posting consistently but your reach, likes, or comments have dropped: your account isn't dead. It just needs a reset. In this episode of Call Her Creator, I'm sharing The Instagram Engagement Reset, a simple, strategic 28-day approach to help you revive your account without posting more or chasing every trend. Inside the episode, I walk you through how to: • Reset your follower quality so the algorithm actually works in your favor • Refresh your bio and profile to instantly attract the right people • Use my Core 5 Framework to simplify content and post with intention • Implement a realistic 5-minute-a-day engagement routine that boosts visibility • Create content that reconnects with your audience and leads to real opportunities This isn't about hacks or gimmicks. It's about rebuilding trust, clarity, and momentum so your growth feels sustainable again. ✨ Bonus: If you want to take action immediately, I created the 28-Day Instagram Engagement Challenge with daily, bite-sized tasks designed to reset your account and reignite growth in under a month. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatelynrhoades/ Thank you to my sponsors: Stan: DARE TO DREAM GIVEAWAY: They're covering one person's living expenses so they can go all in on their dream for an entire year. One winner receives $100,000, 5 runner-ups will get $10k to support their business. Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/callhercreatorxstan  Go Daddy: https://www.godaddy.com/airo

If you've grown weary of traditional resolutions, but you still carry a glimmer of hope that positive change is possible for us imperfect humans—then you'll love mindful intention-setting.  In this practice from his mini-course, mindful leadership trainer Rich Fernandez shows us how to vividly envision the "imagine if" possibilities. When we tap into meaning, passion, and a felt sense of welcoming what we long for, it's easier to get clear on the purpose behind our pursuits.  Rich Fernandez is the former CEO of Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI). He was previously the director of executive education and people development at Google, where he was also one of the first SIY teachers. Rich previously co-founded Wisdom Labs and has also served in senior roles at eBay, J.P. Morgan Chase and Bank of America. The transcription of this guided meditation will be online at Mindful.org next week.  Stay curious, stay inspired. Join our community by signing up for our free newsletter:  mindful.org/signup Show Notes Find more from Rich Fernandez here. Go Deeper There are subtle but crucial differences between making traditional New Year's resolutions and setting intentions for the future—because in mindfulness, everything is anchored in self-acceptance and self-love, rather than a quest for endless self-improvement. To learn more and start practicing a gentler, more sustainable way to change and growth, check out these articles on Mindful.org: Why Do Resolutions Fail? 5 Ways to Invite Positive and Lasting Change  Three Ways to Refresh and Renew—No Resolutions Needed  3 Science-Backed Strategies to Build Healthy Habits in the New Year  The Power of Sustainable Self-Care  The Power and Pleasure of Intention: How to Turn Your Dreams into Daily Reality  You can access all modules of Rich's mini-course on Mindful.org here. And to experience another approach to intention-setting, try A Guided Meditation to Set Your Intentions for the New Year  And more from Mindful here: More episodes of 12 Minute Meditation Let us know what you thought of this episode of 12 Minute Meditation by leaving a review or by emailing yourwords@mindful.org.  

Have you ever wished you could take that fresh, just-washed feeling with you wherever you go? Tune in as Founder Wy Livingston joins us to share Eco Bidét® — A Clean You Can Carry. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comThis portable, TSA-approved “bidet in a bottle” uses a gentle, plant-based formula so you can feel comfortable and refreshed anytime, anywhere. Wy introduces the inspiration behind Eco Bidét®, why so many people are turning to portable cleansing solutions, and how this refillable, travel-friendly design is creating a new standard for on-the-go comfort. From daily errands to long-distance travel, eco bidét® offers a simple way to feel clean, confident, and cared for no matter where life takes you. Stay tuned as Wy explains how this simple idea is transforming on-the-go hygiene.  Learn more about Eco Bidét™ A Clean You Can Carry at  http://eco-bidet.com For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

Bookwaves/Artwaves is produced and hosted by Richard Wolinsky. Links to assorted local theater & book venues   Joe Lansdale:Author of the “Hap & Leonard” series of novels, and other genre works Post Views: 24 Joe R. Lansdale, in conversation with Richard Wolinsky f, recorded November 12, 2025, discussing his latest Hap & Leonard book, “Hatchet Girls,” his recent collections, and his life as a writer. Joe R. Lansdale writes a broad spectrum of fiction, from his successful Hap and Leonard series of noir mysteries, to fantasy and horror short fiction, to western novels and short stories, as well as a variety of genre mash-ups. His latest Hap and Leonard mystery, Hatchet Girls, according to Wikipedia, is the 27th in that series. There are forty books in the series, plus over forty short story collections, including the most recent to date, In the Mad Mountains, stories inspired by H.P. Lovecraft. There are five books in his Drive-In series, three in his Ned the Seal series, plus various chapbooks. He's also written for television and film, including episodes of Love, Death and Robots, and a Hap and Leonard TV three-season series, which ran originally on AMC+ and later on Netflix, starting in 2016. Complete Interview     Book Interview/Events and Theatre Links Note: Shows may unexpectedly close early or be postponed due to actors' positive COVID tests. Check the venue for closures, ticket refunds, and mask requirements before arrival. Dates are in-theater performances unless otherwise noted. Some venues operate Tuesday – Sunday; others for shorter periods each week. All times Pacific Time. Closing dates are sometimes extended. Book Stores Bay Area Book Festival  See website for highlights from the 110th Annual Bay Area Book Festival, May 31 – June 1, 2025. Book Passage.  Monthly Calendar. Mix of on-line and in-store events. Books Inc.  Mix of on-line and in-store events. The Booksmith.  Monthly Event Calendar. BookShop West Portal. Monthly Event Calendar. Center for Literary Arts, San Jose. See website for Book Club guests in upcoming months. Green Apple Books. Events calendar. Kepler's Books  On-line Refresh the Page program listings. Live Theater Companies Actors Ensemble of Berkeley.  See website for readings and events. Actor's Reading Collective (ARC).  See website for upcoming productions. African American Art & Culture Complex. See website for calendar. American Conservatory Theatre A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams, Jan. 21 – Feb. 1, 2026, Toni Rembe (Geary). Paranormal Activity, Feb. 19 – March 15, Toni Rembe. Awesome Theatre Company. See website for information. Berkeley Playhouse. Once, February 20 – March 22.  Berkeley Rep. An Evening with David Sedaris, .Jan. 3 – 11, Roda Theatre. Berkeley Shakespeare Company See website for upcoming productions. Brava Theatre Center: See calendar for events listings. BroadwaySF: Moulin Rouge! The Musical, December 16-28, Orpheum. See website for complete listings for the Orpheum, Golden Gate and Curran Theaters. Broadway San Jose:  A Beautiful Noise, December 30 – January 4. See website for other events. Center REP: Lost in Yonkers by Neil Simon, March 29 – April 19. Central Stage. See website for upcoming productions, 5221 Central Avenue, Richmond Central Works After Happy by Patricia Milton, Feb. 28 – March 29. Cinnabar Theatre. My Fair Lady, January 23 – February 8, 2026. Club Fugazi. Dear San Francisco ongoing. Check website for Music Mondays listings. Contra Costa Civic Theatre A Chorus Line, June 6 – 21 See website for other events and concerts. Golden Thread  See website for upcoming productions. Hillbarn Theatre: Rogers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, December 4 – 28. What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Schreck, January 22 – February 8. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre. Soulful Christmas, December 27-28, Magic Theatre. Los Altos Stage Company. A Christmas Carol, November  28 – December 21.. Lower Bottom Playaz  See website for upcoming productions. Magic Theatre. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre presents Soulful Christmas, December 27-28. Marin Shakespeare Company: See website for events and productions. Marin Theatre: The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov Jan . 29 – Feb. 22, 2026. Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts Upcoming Events Page. New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC)  Ruthless,  Dec. 5 – January 11, 2026. New Performance Traditions.  See website for upcoming schedule Oakland Theater Project. See website for upcoming 2026 season. Odd Salon: Upcoming events in San Francisco & New York, and streaming. Palace of Fine Arts Theater.  See website for event listings. Pear Theater. My Fair Lady, Feb 20 – March 8. See website for staged readings and other events. Playful People Productions. Next production: The Play That Goes Wrong. Presidio Theatre. Peter Pan Panto, Nov. 29 – Dec. 28. See website for complete schedule of events and performances. Ray of Light: Mean Girls. May 2026. Ross Valley Players: See website for New Works Sunday night readings and other events. San Francisco Playhouse. Into the Woods. November 30 – January 17, 2026. SFBATCO.  See website for upcoming streaming and in- theater shows. San Jose Stage Company: See website for events and upcoming season Shotgun Players.  Sunday in the Park with George, November 15 – December 30. South Bay Musical Theatre:  Little Women, The Broadway Musical, January 24 – February 14, 2026. SPARC: See website for upcoming events. Stagebridge: See website for events and productions. Storytime every 4th Saturday. The Breath Project. Streaming archive. The Marsh: Calendar listings for Berkeley, San Francisco and Marshstream. Theatre Lunatico  See website for upcoming productions.. Theatre Rhino  Streaming: Essential Services Project, conceived and performed by John Fisher, all weekly performances now available on demand. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Georgiana & Kitty, Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, Dec. 3 – 28, Lucie Stern Theatre, Palo Alto. Word for Word.  See website for upcoming productions. Misc. Listings: BAMPFA: On View calendar for Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. Berkeley Symphony: See website for listings. Chamber Music San Francisco: Calendar, 2025 Season. Dance Mission Theatre. On stage events calendar. Fort Mason Center. Events calendar. Oregon Shakespeare Festival: Calendar listings and upcoming shows. San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. See schedule for upcoming SFGMC performances. San Francisco Opera. Calendar listings. San Francisco Symphony. Calendar listings. Filmed Live Musicals: Searchable database of all filmed live musicals, podcast, blog. If you'd like to add your bookstore or theater venue to this list, please write Richard@kpfa.org   . The post Bookwaves/Artwaves – December 25, 2025: Joe Lansdale, Prolific Genre Writer, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

The defamation lawsuit filed by Buster Murdaugh in the South Carolina Supreme Court involves Netflix/Cinemark, Michael Dewitt and The USA Today Company is moving along. You will hear parts of the Netflix documentary, Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal that Buster Murdaugh believes caused the defamation to his name. A lot of Impact listeners have thoughts on the lawsuit and you will hear some of them. Matt Siembieda, an attorney and law professor at Temple Law School, joins Impact to discuss defamation law. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Refresh your winter wardrobe with Quince. . Go to Quince dot com slash IMPACT for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's Q-U-I-N-C-Edot com slash IMPACT. Free shipping and 365-day returns. Quince dot com slash IMPACT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel like your focus is slipping and your entrepreneurial vision is getting blurry?In this episode, I break down the five key pillars that help faith-driven entrepreneurs like you master your focus, align your purpose, and go after the business God has truly called you to build—even when clarity, money, and patience are in short supply.Listen in for practical strategies to fine-tune your mission, stay joyful on the journey, and build a company that truly makes an impact.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:1. Faith Is Your Anchor: Faith-driven entrepreneurship means chasing a vision often bigger than you can see. Comparison, doubt, and impatience can derail you, but trusting the process (even when you can't see the full picture) is how you stay aligned with your true calling.2. Joy Over Happiness: Happiness is fleeting, but joy is the steady fuel that keeps you going—especially when challenges hit. Tapping into joy, not just surface-level wins, helps you live and lead on purpose, no matter what's happening around you.3. Plan Like a Pro—Then Adapt: God's plans are strategic and detailed, and yours should be too. Set your plan, work it daily, but know when to pivot as your mission and market evolve; constant improvement and teamwork are the keys to optimal growth.Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?If today's episode spoke to you, don't just listen—step behind the curtain and join the Journey Feed. Inside the Journey Feed, you'll get:Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Straight talk, “Elzisms,” and faith-driven insights to help you align purpose and profit.Backstage Access – Go behind the scenes of the Journey to Mastery movement with raw lessons, unseen stories, and deeper context.Focus Prompts & Reflections – Practical tools to help you lead with intention and master your week.Private Invites – Be first to join Fix Your Focus challenges, workshops, and live experiences.Exclusive Content – Access behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from my journey of building Kingdom-first ventures.Go Deeper With The Flame Starter BookTake the next step and grab Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery — your guide to living In Purpose. On Purpose.™Support The MissionIf the Journey to Mastery podcast has helped you grow, consider contributing to help us continue creating faith-centered tools, resources, and conversations for kingdom entrepreneurs like you. I am an independent podcaster and your support helps keep me going.

"Make your own traditions. Do not do things just because everyone else does." – Courtney   CBQ: Why are there white Christmas trees in our bedroom and the kids' rooms?   Summary: Juan and Courtney talk through why traditions should evolve with your life—and how choosing intention over obligation turns holidays into something you actually enjoy instead of just survive.   HIGHLIGHTS "Nothing says Palm Springs like white Christmas trees." – Courtney "We want traditions, but we do not want to be beholden to traditions." – Juan "Avoiding something is a start, but leaning into a celebration is different." – Juan "They are not going to remember any of this. We are." – Courtney "This is permission to mess around and find out." – Juan CareerBlindspot.com  LinkedIn | Instagram | Youtube Juan | Courtney  → Your listening perspective matters - 5 min survey.    

December 8, former Colleton County Clerk of Court, Becky Hill, pled guilty to four charges but not to jury tampering. Attorney, Joe McCulloch joined Impact to give his reaction to the non guilty verdict. McCulloch has represented clients in front of the SC Supreme Court so he is qualified to give us insight into how the Alex Murdaugh appeal might look in front of the South Carolina Supreme Court. McCulloch represents two of the jurors from the Murdaugh double murder trial and he has intimate knowledge on what they have told investigators. To contact Joe Mculloch http://www.mccullochlaw.com Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Refresh your winter wardrobe with Quince. . Go to Quince dot com slash IMPACT for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's Q-U-I-N-C-Edot com slash IMPACT. Free shipping and 365-day returns. Quince dot com slash IMPACT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Vitz talks about involving your kids in a fresh conversation to get to know them every so often as they grow and evolve. (Originally aired 02-02-2024)

Refresh, Repurpose, Roar to 2025 Author Success In this week's AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles walks you through over a dozen tips and strategies to support your author success for this year. It came in #2 with the most downloads from listeners with over 200,000. Your takeaways include: -why you should start with a review and redo of your website -how to bring POP to your social media profiles -why you should revisit your Amazon Author Central page -why you should revisit and polish your Amazon book detail page -why you should revisit and alter your Amazon categories and keywords -why you should check that all links work on your website -why you should add OR polish your media tab on your website -what and why you should do dumping of sections on your website -why its time to realistically look at what photos you have on your website -why its time to revisit your email list and clean it up And, of course, much more. Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. It's ranked in the Top Ten of bookmarketing campaigns. Since its inception seven years ago, the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast with over 21 million listeners downloading various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

Dr. Vitz talks about centering your attitude at work with gratitude for your purpose. (Originally aired 02-01-2024)

To quench your spiritual thirst, turn to Jesus, the living spring of fresh and everlasting water. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Dr. Vitz talks about how we can see our significant other through fresh eyes. (Originally aired 01-31-2024)

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In today's Dating Detectives episode, Hannah and Mackenzie are joined by two sisters, Tessa and Lena, who share the heartbreaking story of their mom and the dangerous “healer” who charmed his way into her life. What starts as a new spiritual interest turns into something far darker: a charismatic grifter who peddles bogus “energy readings,” pushes conspiracy-fueled medical misinformation, and steadily isolates their mother from her family, right as serious illness enters the picture. As their mothers health deteriorates and a cancer diagnosis becomes impossible to ignore, the sisters watch in horror as her husband discourages treatment, undermines doctors, and replaces real care with reckless “natural” remedies, leaving them scrambling to protect their mom and regain control of her medical decisions. This is part one of a two-part story about spiritual manipulation, medical abuse, and what it feels like to fight for someone you love when they've been convinced the danger is actually the cure.Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page. And now for $9 a month you can get all of that, plus ad free episodes!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email investigate@thedatingdetectivespodcast.com or contact us through our website using this linkThis episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Get silver-infused, bacteria-fighting, temperature-regulating sheets and towels at TryMiracle.com/TDD and use code TDD to save over 40% and claim a FREE 3-piece towel set.This episode is sponsored by Revolve. Shop at REVOLVE.com/DATINGDETECTIVES and use code DATINGDETECTIVES for 15% off your first order. Offer expired on 12/1.Take control of your data today. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan by visiting joindeleteme.com/datingdetectives and using the promo code TDD at checkout. This episode is sponsored by Baked By Melissa. Get 20% off your order by going to bakedbymelissa.com/datingdetectives.This episode is sponsored by Wayfair. Refresh your home for less. Shop back-to-routine deals by visiting Wayfair.com.Make this spring your most delicious yet with Green Chef. Head to greenchef.com/50datingdetectives and use code 50datingdetectives to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances.If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you leaning too much on advice and not enough on action?In this episode, I break down the five essential roles every business owner needs to supercharge their growth—and why relying on friends or familiar faces may be holding you back.Discover how a coach, mentor, advisor, trainer, and consultant each play a pivotal part in your entrepreneurial journey, and get practical strategies to start filling these gaps today.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:1. Know the Difference: Understanding the unique value each role brings—advisor, trainer, consultant, mentor, and coach—can prevent you from missing out on critical support or wasting time with the wrong type of help. Most entrepreneurs over-rely on advice and under-invest in hands-on coaching and actionable training.2. Fill Every Role—Strategically: You might not have all five roles filled at once, but identifying and approaching the right people (outside your close circle) for these positions is key to real progress. Your growth is limited when you expect friends or insiders to give the objective feedback and expertise you need.3. Take Action, Not Just Advice: Too often, we get stuck collecting ideas but never move forward. Chart out your support team, ask the right questions, and take steps to bring in advisors, trainers, consultants, mentors, and coaches who challenge you, nurture your growth, and help you execute, not just plan.Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?If today's episode spoke to you, don't just listen—step behind the curtain and join the Journey Feed. Inside the Journey Feed, you'll get:Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Straight talk, “Elzisms,” and faith-driven insights to help you align purpose and profit.Backstage Access – Go behind the scenes of the Journey to Mastery movement with raw lessons, unseen stories, and deeper context.Focus Prompts & Reflections – Practical tools to help you lead with intention and master your week.Private Invites – Be first to join Fix Your Focus challenges, workshops, and live experiences.Exclusive Content – Access behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from my journey of building Kingdom-first ventures.Go Deeper With The Flame Starter BookTake the next step and grab Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery — your guide to living In Purpose. On Purpose.™Support The MissionIf the Journey to Mastery podcast has helped you grow, consider contributing to help us continue creating faith-centered tools, resources, and conversations for kingdom entrepreneurs like you. I am an independent podcaster and your support helps keep me going.

This week, join us as we revisit our episode on Roofing Cases as a refresher! Original Air Date: August 20, 2021. Most of us are lucky enough to live and work with a roof over our head. But who's to blame when that roof is damaged or defective? Is it the installer's responsibility? Or does the accountability come straight from the source at the manufacturer?  Is there someone else to consider?  It may be all three. From improper installation to storm damage and even intentional acts, roof damage and the resulting liability is complex. On this week's installment, Rebecca and Steve peel back the layers of roofing claims and navigate who is responsible when a roof is defective or contributes to property damage or physical harm. 

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This week, we're each bringing our own revenge murder case to the table. Two stories fueled by obsession, betrayal, and the kind of plot twists that make you question humanity and pour another drink. Then we dive straight into the new season of Southern Charm, where the “pick me” energy is practically a cast member at this point.We're also talking the surprising (and fabulous) return of Rachel Zoe on RHOBH, because yes, dolls, the fashion is finally back, and we unpack whether the brand-new Vanderpump Rules reboot stands a chance of recreating the absolute cultural chaos of the OG cast.True crime, Bravo breakdowns, and unfiltered opinions — just another week on CCBS.

Ever felt like everything fell apart right after you made progress?In this episode, let's explore the reasons why personal growth often triggers temporary chaos. I'm sharing insights from George Leonard's book "Mastery" and my own journey as an entrepreneur. Let's talk about how setbacks can be signs you're on the right path—and how to get through the mess.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:1. Progress Can Look Like Chaos: Growth isn't always smooth—sometimes making big moves in your career or business can trigger upheaval. When things appear to “fall apart,” it might actually be a sign you're moving in the right direction and entering a new stage of mastery.2. The Power of Instruction and Learning Order: Picking the right way to learn—whether it's self-paced, guided, or individualized—matters. But more important is understanding the order in which you need to learn things. Having a coach or mentor can help you avoid learning things out of sequence and maximize your progress.3. When to Pivot and Let Go: Losing resources, time, or money hurts, but these moments can serve as powerful signals that it's time to shift your focus or reinvent your approach. Success means knowing when to double down and when to step back, then strategically move forward.Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?If today's episode spoke to you, don't just listen—step behind the curtain and join the Journey Feed. Inside the Journey Feed, you'll get:Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Straight talk, “Elzisms,” and faith-driven insights to help you align purpose and profit.Backstage Access – Go behind the scenes of the Journey to Mastery movement with raw lessons, unseen stories, and deeper context.Focus Prompts & Reflections – Practical tools to help you lead with intention and master your week.Private Invites – Be first to join Fix Your Focus challenges, workshops, and live experiences.Exclusive Content – Access behind-the-scenes stories and lessons from my journey of building Kingdom-first ventures.Go Deeper With The Flame Starter BookTake the next step and grab Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery — your guide to living In Purpose. On Purpose.™Support The MissionIf the Journey to Mastery podcast has helped you grow, consider contributing to help us continue creating faith-centered tools, resources, and conversations for kingdom entrepreneurs like you. I am an independent podcaster and your support helps keep me going.

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli hosts Andrea Sampson, an expert in strategic storytelling and the co-founder of Talk Boutique. Andrea Sampson talks about the fascinating intersection of brain science and storytelling, emphasizing why humans are hardwired to respond to stories. As an experienced speaker's coach for TEDx Toronto and a thought leader in her own right, Andrea shares her journey from the advertising world to helping change-makers communicate their ideas effectively.Andrea highlights the critical role storytelling plays in leadership and organizational success. She explains how stories, unlike mere data, engage multiple parts of the brain, making messages more memorable and impactful. Leaders are often trained to prioritize facts and figures, but Andrea argues that integrating storytelling into their communication strategies can significantly enhance their influence and connection with their audience.Throughout the conversation, Andrea underscores the importance of starting with a clear strategic message before crafting the narrative. She shares practical insights on how leaders can identify and refine their core messages, ensuring that their stories are not only engaging but also aligned with their organizational goals. By drawing on examples from iconic brands like Apple and Disney, Andrea illustrates how a singular focus can drive brand consistency and loyalty.Moreover, Andrea addresses the challenge of vulnerability in leadership. She advocates for sharing stories from a place of scars rather than wounds, enabling leaders to convey authenticity and empathy without retraumatizing themselves or their audience. Actionable Takeaways:Discover the Brain Science Behind Storytelling: Understand why humans are neurologically hardwired to respond to stories and how this can be leveraged in leadership.Engage Multiple Parts of the Brain: Learn how integrating sensory details into your narratives can make your messages more memorable.Start with a Strategic Message: Hear why it's crucial to begin with a clear idea before crafting your story to ensure alignment with your goals.Embrace Vulnerability: Find out how sharing stories from a place of scars rather than wounds can enhance authenticity and connection.Consistency is Key: Learn from iconic brands like Apple and Disney on the importance of maintaining a singular focus in your storytelling.The Role of Community in Thought Leadership: Understand the importance of building a supportive community to amplify your personal brand and core message.Overcome Storytelling Fears: Hear how leaders can overcome the fear of storytelling by refining their skills and embracing their unique experiences.Practical Storytelling Techniques: Discover actionable tips on how to use storytelling to deliver difficult messages and inspire your team.Connect with the Andrea Sampson:Talk Boutique Website Andrea Sampson LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website