Podcasts about relating

When we're feeling insecure in our relationships (especially during transitions like opening up, navigating new relationship dynamics, or major life changes), we often seek reassurance from our partners. But what does effective reassurance actually look like? How can we offer it authentically without trying to "fix" our partners' feelings? And how do we navigate the complex interplay between reassurance, reciprocity, and fairness?Reassurance in relationships isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. It's an ongoing practice that requires attunement, flexibility, and a deep understanding of your partner's unique needs.In this episode, we talk about:— What reassurance really means: actions, words, and engagement that serve to ease someone's doubts and fears (without guaranteeing those fears will disappear)— Why reassurance needs change based on context, trauma history, and how "full" your threat bucket already is— The essential ingredients for effective reassurance— Why the desire to make everything "fair" in relationships often comes from our wounded parts seeking safety and control— How to ask for specific reassurance: "Can you wrap your arms around me right here and tell me these exact words?"— The challenge of offering reassurance when it conflicts with your values or agreements (like canceling dates with others)— Why some people resist offering ongoing reassurance and what that might mean for the relationship— The possibility of reimagining relationship structures when reassurance needs aren't being met— How our "child parts" often drive our reassurance needs, and why acknowledging this can help us make more aligned requests— The difference between true reciprocity and transactional "fairness"Resources mentioned in this episode:— The Imago Dialogue episode— Imago Dialogue examples— Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding SweetgrassJOIN The Year Of Opening® community for a full year of learning & support. Registration is open now at ⁠⁠www.TheYearOfOpening.com⁠⁠Learn the 5 secrets to open your relationship the smart wayAre you ready to open your relationship happily? Find out at www.JoliQuiz.comGet the answers you want to create the open relationship of your dreams! Sign up for an Ask Me Anything hereMusic: Dance of Felt by ⁠Blue Dot Sessions

After seven years and nearly 300 episodes, Tawny and Lisa are saying goodbye to Recovery Rocks. But they're not going anywhere! Lisa will still be in this podcast feed with a new show, Sober Living, along with OG recovery queen Anna David. And Tawny will be everywhere with her non-al spirit, (parentheses), writing classes and coaching, and a new book in the works! They look back on the show and look forward into the future. Music Minute features RuPaul's Drag Race and The Beatles Order The Sobriety Deck  Listen to The Sobriety Deck Playlist by Hannah Gardner Sign up for Tawny's Writing Classes Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Subscribe to Tawny's newsletter  "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar   

As a parent, it can feel hard to navigate your relationship with your children as they grow and leave home. We hear from so many of you who are struggling or estranged from your adult children. Christian coach and counselor Kathy Cunningham shares about her ministry Grace Restored and her hard-earned wisdom and tools for deeper connection and improved relationships with your adult children. Follow Kathy on Instagram here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The warning passages of Hebrews, especially Hebrews 6:1–6, have long puzzled interpreters and unsettled readers. Is it a threat to assurance? A theological anomaly? In this episode, Dr. Marcus Mininger, Professor of New Testament Studies at Mid-America Reformed Seminary, joins us to explore the redemptive-historical framework behind one of the New Testament's most debated passages. Drawing on the insights from his new book, Impossible to Be Restored?: Temptation and Warning in the Epistle of Hebrews (B&H Academic), Dr. Mininger explains how the warning in Hebrews 6 fits not only within the argument of Hebrews but also within the broader flow of covenantal history. We discuss what the original audience was tempted to do, why returning to the old covenant to be right with God is impossible, and how this passage should shape pastoral ministry today. Along the way, Dr. Mininger helps listeners see how the “impossibility” language of Hebrews 6 is not a spiritual dead-end but a serious exhortation rooted in the once-for-all nature of Christ's redemptive work. If you've ever struggled with how to understand or teach Hebrews 6, this conversation offers clarity, theological depth, and pastoral wisdom. Watch on YouTube Chapters 00:00:07 Introduction 00:02:22 Impossible to Be Restored? 00:06:52 What Drew Dr. Mininger to this Subject 00:11:49 Starting in a New Field 00:17:28 Placing These Difficult Passages in Context 00:23:54 The Nature of the Temptation of the Original Audience 00:56:06 Relating the Warning Passages to the Application of Redemption 01:05:06 The Pastoral Application of These Passages 01:13:13 Conclusion

Tawny and Lisa interview Jill Sirianni, co-host of the podcast Frugal Friends, which aims to change how we think about frugality. It does not mean being cheap. Frugal living intersects with minimalism, simple living and sustainability. Many of us have financial stress, often left over from when we abused substances. They talk about how practicing curiosity around finances can help identify priorities in developing a plan. Music Minute features Thrice. Check out Frugal Friends podcast website, which also offers a newsletter and free tools. Find Frugal Friends on Instagram.  This episode is sponsored by the sober entrepreneurs at Sour Humanoid vinegar. Add a splash of these artisanal vinegars to your dinner to brighten up the flavor of your protein and veggies. Order a bottle today at sourhumanoid.com and follow them at @sourhumanoid. Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

It is time for our recap of the Texas Legislative Session when it comes to agriculture.  Our friend, J Pete Laney, is back with us once again.  J Pete and I talk through several key bills related to Texas agriculture this session.  It's always fun to chat with J Pete and get his on-the-ground knowledge about what's going on in Austin. Do note this episode was recorded on August 25, 2025.  With the ongoing special session, there may have been changes to bills considered in the special session since this time.  In particular, this is true for HB 27 related to groundwater in the Trinity Valley Groundwater Conservation District. Contact Info for J Pete Laney (website) http://www.jpetelaneylaw.com/ (phone) 512-473-0404 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Senate Bills  SB 7 - Relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board. SB 17 - Relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. SB 34 - Relating to funding for certain volunteer fire departments, to the preparation for and the prevention, management, and potential effects of wildfires, and to emergency communications in this state. SB 261 - Relating to a prohibition on the offering for sale and the sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption; providing civil and criminal penalties. SB 503 - Relating to the establishment of an electronic registry of livestock marks and brands. SB 541 - Relating to cottage food production operations.  (Check out the Farm Ranch Freedom Alliance for more information on these changes!) SB 767 - Relating to creating a database of the firefighting equipment in the state available for use in responding to wildfires. SB 868 - Relating to the allocation of money appropriated to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program SB 886 - Relating to the production, sale, and use of certain agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); creating a criminal offense SB 1035 - Relating to equitable relief from the enforcement of certain governmental requirements that affect agricultural operations.   House Bills HB 27 - Relating to a groundwater study of certain aquifers underlying the territory of the Trinity Valley Groundwater Conservation District by the Texas Water Developement Board before the issuance of permits or permit amendments by the district.  HB 43 - Relating to the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority and certain programs administered by the authority.  (Also see article written on this bill by Kody Bessent) HB 49 - Relating to the treatment and beneficial use of fluid oil and gas waste and related material, including a limitation on liability for that treatment or use. HB 99 - Relating to the repeal of or limitations on certain state and local taxes, including school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes, the enactment of state and local value added taxes, related school finance reform, and directing the comptroller to identify alternatives to local ad valorem taxes; imposing taxes. HB 143- Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to address a failure by an operator to maintain an electrical power line serving a well site or certain surface facilities in accordance with the National Electrical Code. HB 144 - Relating to plans for the management and inspection of distribution poles. HB 145 - Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty. HB 1244 - Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer to a person who uses the land in materially the same way as the former owner and to late applications for such appraisal filed by the new owner of the land. HB 1399 - Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail. HB 1592 - Relating to an alert system for dangerous plant and wildlife pests and diseases administered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. HB 1633 - Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment. HB 1674 - Relating to the production, sale, and use of certain agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); creating a criminal offense. HB 2018 - Relating to the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program. HB 4163  - Realting to the applicability fo certain city requirements to agricultural operations (under Texas Right to Farm Act) HB 5560 - Relating to penalties in certain suits involving a groundwater conservation district; increasing a penalty. Bert's BBQ  Cooper's BBQ   Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit,  AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, AgTexas, and Texas Farm Bureau

Ep. 198 (Part 2 of 3) | Polarity management pioneer and author Barry Johnson and adult development expert Beena Sharma are masterful teachers on the subject of polarities and what polarity thinking can bring to the world, benefitting our well-being at every level. Together they explain what polarities are, why they matter, how to apply and leverage them, and the essence of polarity wisdom: pursuing the upsides of opposite poles. Barry is careful to explain that although either/or thinking is the root of our troubles, both/and thinking by itself isn't the answer either. Integrating either/or with both/and thinking and recognizing the interdependence of all things is the road to transformation and, Beena adds, the engine of human development, of human maturity.Barry explains the profound spiritual understanding foundational to polarity wisdom and Beena details how polarities shift according to our developmental stage. Each of the polarities discussed—justice/mercy, claiming power/sharing power, being/doing, to name a few—illuminates its sphere, whether it relates to democracy, social justice, or spiritual practice. Barry and Beena are passionate about the promise of polarity thinking and their excitement is contagious in this fast-paced, delightfully lucid dialogue, jam-packed with information that is practical, inspiring, and potentially life changing. Recorded May 22, 2025.“Love is a natural byproduct of seeing completely.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 2Looking at the pole preferences that show up at each stage of development (00:37) The integrative stage of development doesn't reject either/or thinking or both/and thinking (04:42)Embracing polarities' upsides elevates you; you come to a higher place (08:05)Tyranny and democracy: how do you both provide direction and encourage participation? (08:54)The spiritual polarity of doing and being and Martin Buber's I and thou (14:08)How polarities nest and stack: Beena leads a nesting and upleveling exercise (18:10)Relating polarity thinking to quantum physics & the richness of the subject of universal interdependence (22:32)How do we respond to opposition at different developmental stages? (24:33)Jack Gibb's trust theory: love is a natural byproduct of seeing completely (28:24)Seeing life and death as two poles and the violence in nature (29:28)Enhancing our capacity to love: individuals, enemies, countries; universal interdependence is a manifestation of divine love (32:44)Taking radical responsibility for our own incapacity to see (36:42)Love as a natural response to seeing fully and defenselessly (38:23)Barry's profound realization about heaven, hell, and universal love (40:14)Resources & References – Part 2Barry Johnson, And: Making a Difference by Leveraging Polarity, Paradox, or DilemmaBarry Johnson, Polarity Management: Identifying and Managing Unsolvable ProblemsBeena Sharma, founder

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Goals for Relating to One Another – Everyone talks about #RelationshipGoals, but what about God's goals for how we relate to one another? Discover how unity is Jesus' #1 prayer for His church family.

Send us a textIn this week's episode of Thrive Solo, my guest is the wonderful Caroline Young, author of 'Single And Psycho: How Pop Culture Created The Unstable Single Woman.'Although single herself, Caroline is Mum to an almost-one-year old boy, whose father she co-parents and lives with.During our conversation, Caroline explores the societal and pop culture stereotypes of single women, sharing insights from her book and her personal experiences. We discuss characters from movies such as Fatal Attraction and Bridget Jones' Diary, and other shows that depict single women as unstable, crazy, or desperate. We also talk about the pressure women face regarding marriage and children, and the resilience required to break these stereotypes. Caroline also shares her journey of becoming a mother later in life and how this transition changed her societal visibility. 02:14 Guest Introduction: Caroline Young05:01 Caroline's Unique Family Dynamics06:43 Writing 'Single and Psycho'08:48 Exploring Pop Culture Stereotypes10:28 Relating to Pop Culture Characters19:22 Themes and Takeaways from her book27:51 Visibility and Perception Changes30:35 Struggles with Invisibility30:59 Rebecca Traister's Perspective on Marriage31:58 American vs. UK Views on Marriage34:14 Deciding to Try IVF Again34:41 Advice for Women Considering Solo Motherhood37:00 Enjoying Solo Motherhood38:53 Celebrating Single Women's Complexity and Resilience40:23 Backlash Against Single and Childless Women45:01 Caroline's Online Dating Experiences47:32 The Impact of Having a Baby on Her Thoughts Around Relationships48:37 Final Thoughts and Book Highlights53:24 Embracing Aging and Motherhood in Your Forties54:58 Conclusion and Contact Information Support the showPre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

Tawny and Lisa talk to Art Alexakis, frontman for Everclear, one of the defining bands of the 1990s, still going strong. Art has almost 35 years of recovery, living very much one day at a time. They talk about recovery and Art's writing process, including the iconic song, “Father of Mine.” They also discuss what it takes to know when you're done with drugs and alcohol, to ask for help, and to live in humility and gratitude.  Music Minute features Everclear and The Beatles Check out all things Everclear  Find Art on Instagram  Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar 

This week on Good One, Jinkx Monsoon joins us to talk about RuPaul's Drag Race, Broadway, working with BenDeLaCreme on 'The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show', and taking over for Cole Escola in the Tony Award winning play 'Oh, Mary!' 00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Meeting Katy Perry 00:08:10 Meeting Charlie Day 00:13:14 How drag has changed 00:17:14 Broadway and drag 00:26:09 Relating to 'Oh, Mary!' 00:32:34 'Pirates! The Penzance Musical' 00:35:11 Mary Todd Lincoln's makeup 00:37:13 Working with Kumail Nanjiani 00:41:06 Manifesting the MCU 00:43:14 Who should play Mary next? 00:47:16 Drag Race 01:12:13 The Laughening Round Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode of The Human Side of Business, Ange MacCabe and leadership coach Maria Maycock unpack one of the most overlooked shifts in leadership: moving from performing to relating.Instead of proving you're capable, what if you focused on connection, presence, and trust?We break down:How performative leadership shows up and why it creates distanceWhat relational leadership looks like in real termsHow to help yourself and your team make this shift — with practical check-ins and ritualsWhole-person leaders don't show off — they show up.

Personal Testimony and Introduction Expressing gratitude for salvation through Jesus Christ. Acknowledging that salvation is solely due to Jesus's actions. Sharing a personal experience of conviction and salvation at age 17 during a revival. Experiencing a difficult night after initially resisting the call to salvation. Emphasizing the importance of not delaying obedience to God's call. Expressing nervousness before preaching despite years of experience. Desiring prayers for the ability to deliver the intended message. Scripture Reading and Theme Introduction Reading Isaiah 1:19: "If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land." Focusing on the words "willing and obedient" as the central theme. Highlighting Jesus Christ as the ultimate example of willingness and obedience. Jesus's willingness to go to the cross as essential for humanity's hope. His obedience in not calling upon angels as crucial for salvation. Emphasizing that the initial call to obedience is accepting Jesus as Savior. Expressing continued thankfulness for salvation. The Necessity of Continued Willingness and Obedience Highlighting that salvation is not a passive state but requires ongoing willingness and obedience to God. God provides talents and abilities for kingdom work, requiring individuals to be willing to use them. Experiencing spiritual blessings through personal obedience and the obedience of others. Referencing Isaiah 6, where Isaiah volunteers to go when God asks, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Acknowledging past failures to seize opportunities to work for God due to succumbing to worldly influences. Emphasizing the importance of willingness in serving God. Examples of Willingness and Obedience David's willingness to face Goliath, questioning, "Is there not a cause?" David's confidence in God's power over the giant. Rejecting Saul's armor to rely on personal experience and faith in God's Word. David's past experiences as a shepherd, where God strengthened him to kill a lion and a bear. Sticking with what is known to work, which is God's Word. Highlighting the importance of God's Word as the source of help, contrasting it with reliance on worldly programs or other people. Expressing gratitude for those who wrote down God's word. Consequences of Disobedience and the Mercy of God Experiencing misery when failing to seize opportunities to serve God. Feeling conviction and needing to seek forgiveness and restoration. God's loving and merciful nature, offering forgiveness and restoration. Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac in Genesis 22. Abraham's prompt action: "rose up early in the morning." Isaac's question about the sacrifice and Abraham's response that "God will provide himself a lamb." Relating this to Jesus Christ as the ultimate sacrifice. God's blessings for willingness and obedience. Practical Application and Personal Reflection God expects action on the tasks already given before providing new ones. Recalling a prayer to do whatever God wants, initially with exceptions (e.g., not wanting to be a missionary). Opportunities arose when the exceptions were removed, and a willingness to do anything was expressed. God blesses those who are willing and obedient, allowing them to "eat of the fat of the lamb." Recognizing the world's need for salvation and the opportunity to work for the Lord. Acknowledging the gift of gab and the importance of using talents for God's kingdom work. Seeking forgiveness for past refusals to act when God called. Highlighting the danger of becoming complacent and missing opportunities for God to work through us. Living Sacrifice and Family in Christ Referencing Romans 12:1, urging believers to present their bodies as a living sacrifice. Emphasizing that this is a reasonable service to God.

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Tawny and Lisa talk about Tawny's recent Beyond Liquid Courage newsletter, "People Pleasing is Over."  She learned through years of recovery and therapy that her people-pleasing is tied to her codependency. Lisa learned in early recovery that if she didn't stop always trying to please others, she wasn't going to be able to stay sober. People pleasing is more nuanced than just doing something for a loved one because you want to. It's about doing something for someone else because you fear disappointing them at the risk of your own mental and physical health. Oh, an apparently Anne Hathaway's done with people pleasing, too!Music Minute features Ricky Nelson and Jay-Z with Linkin Park. Check out the Anne Hathaway's interview with The New York Times. Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for Tawny's newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Sign up for Nonfiction Book Proposal 101 with Tawny here. Sign up for Tawny's Nonfiction Book Proposal Boot Camp here. Order Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

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The book, Racing Uphill: Confronting a Life with Epilepsy (U of Minnesota Press, 2025), is a memoir and an educational resource, which tells the story of an Emmy Award-winning TV news Journalist, Stacia Kalinoski. The author's aim is beyond giving an account of her experience of epilepsy, her goal is to sensitize readers and inspire epileptic patients and other people battling with ailments that carry social stigma, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's health. In the book, Stacia Kalinoski recounts her experience of visual distortions and feelings of déjà vu and jamais vujamais vu, which are auras that often precede more severe seizures. She discusses the physical injuries and memory loss resulting from her condition, particularly from temporal lobe seizures. Stacia's narrative underscores the complexities of living with epilepsy and the potential for personal growth and empowerment through adversity. She highlights the effects of frequent episodes of seizure on maintenance of social relationships and the ability to reminisce about the past. Relating her experience, Stacia dwells on the importance of confronting the reality of living with epilepsy, she emphasizes the significance of understanding seizures to combat the stigma and fear surrounding the condition, and how surgery can improve memory loss and allow People Living with Epilepsy reconnect with their past.  Mariam Olugbodi is a university teacher and a writer, she is the author of the monograph titled Stylistic Features in the 2011 and 2012 Final Matches Commentaries in the UEFA Champions League, published by Grin Verlag. Mariam's greatest dream is seeing a world where knowledge is accessible to all. She does this through her volunteering roles on open knowledge platforms as a host and an editor. As part of her effort to maintain inclusion and diversity in knowledge transmission, she volunteers as a teacher in crises contexts. Learn more and connect with Mariam through her social links @ (22) Olugbodi Mariam | LinkedIn, Mariam Olugbodi (0000-0001-5027-6644) - ORCID and User:Margob28 - Meta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture

The book, Racing Uphill: Confronting a Life with Epilepsy (U of Minnesota Press, 2025), is a memoir and an educational resource, which tells the story of an Emmy Award-winning TV news Journalist, Stacia Kalinoski. The author's aim is beyond giving an account of her experience of epilepsy, her goal is to sensitize readers and inspire epileptic patients and other people battling with ailments that carry social stigma, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's health. In the book, Stacia Kalinoski recounts her experience of visual distortions and feelings of déjà vu and jamais vujamais vu, which are auras that often precede more severe seizures. She discusses the physical injuries and memory loss resulting from her condition, particularly from temporal lobe seizures. Stacia's narrative underscores the complexities of living with epilepsy and the potential for personal growth and empowerment through adversity. She highlights the effects of frequent episodes of seizure on maintenance of social relationships and the ability to reminisce about the past. Relating her experience, Stacia dwells on the importance of confronting the reality of living with epilepsy, she emphasizes the significance of understanding seizures to combat the stigma and fear surrounding the condition, and how surgery can improve memory loss and allow People Living with Epilepsy reconnect with their past.  Mariam Olugbodi is a university teacher and a writer, she is the author of the monograph titled Stylistic Features in the 2011 and 2012 Final Matches Commentaries in the UEFA Champions League, published by Grin Verlag. Mariam's greatest dream is seeing a world where knowledge is accessible to all. She does this through her volunteering roles on open knowledge platforms as a host and an editor. As part of her effort to maintain inclusion and diversity in knowledge transmission, she volunteers as a teacher in crises contexts. Learn more and connect with Mariam through her social links @ (22) Olugbodi Mariam | LinkedIn, Mariam Olugbodi (0000-0001-5027-6644) - ORCID and User:Margob28 - Meta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The book, Racing Uphill: Confronting a Life with Epilepsy (U of Minnesota Press, 2025), is a memoir and an educational resource, which tells the story of an Emmy Award-winning TV news Journalist, Stacia Kalinoski. The author's aim is beyond giving an account of her experience of epilepsy, her goal is to sensitize readers and inspire epileptic patients and other people battling with ailments that carry social stigma, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's health. In the book, Stacia Kalinoski recounts her experience of visual distortions and feelings of déjà vu and jamais vujamais vu, which are auras that often precede more severe seizures. She discusses the physical injuries and memory loss resulting from her condition, particularly from temporal lobe seizures. Stacia's narrative underscores the complexities of living with epilepsy and the potential for personal growth and empowerment through adversity. She highlights the effects of frequent episodes of seizure on maintenance of social relationships and the ability to reminisce about the past. Relating her experience, Stacia dwells on the importance of confronting the reality of living with epilepsy, she emphasizes the significance of understanding seizures to combat the stigma and fear surrounding the condition, and how surgery can improve memory loss and allow People Living with Epilepsy reconnect with their past.  Mariam Olugbodi is a university teacher and a writer, she is the author of the monograph titled Stylistic Features in the 2011 and 2012 Final Matches Commentaries in the UEFA Champions League, published by Grin Verlag. Mariam's greatest dream is seeing a world where knowledge is accessible to all. She does this through her volunteering roles on open knowledge platforms as a host and an editor. As part of her effort to maintain inclusion and diversity in knowledge transmission, she volunteers as a teacher in crises contexts. Learn more and connect with Mariam through her social links @ (22) Olugbodi Mariam | LinkedIn, Mariam Olugbodi (0000-0001-5027-6644) - ORCID and User:Margob28 - Meta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/medicine

The book, Racing Uphill: Confronting a Life with Epilepsy (U of Minnesota Press, 2025), is a memoir and an educational resource, which tells the story of an Emmy Award-winning TV news Journalist, Stacia Kalinoski. The author's aim is beyond giving an account of her experience of epilepsy, her goal is to sensitize readers and inspire epileptic patients and other people battling with ailments that carry social stigma, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's health. In the book, Stacia Kalinoski recounts her experience of visual distortions and feelings of déjà vu and jamais vujamais vu, which are auras that often precede more severe seizures. She discusses the physical injuries and memory loss resulting from her condition, particularly from temporal lobe seizures. Stacia's narrative underscores the complexities of living with epilepsy and the potential for personal growth and empowerment through adversity. She highlights the effects of frequent episodes of seizure on maintenance of social relationships and the ability to reminisce about the past. Relating her experience, Stacia dwells on the importance of confronting the reality of living with epilepsy, she emphasizes the significance of understanding seizures to combat the stigma and fear surrounding the condition, and how surgery can improve memory loss and allow People Living with Epilepsy reconnect with their past.  Mariam Olugbodi is a university teacher and a writer, she is the author of the monograph titled Stylistic Features in the 2011 and 2012 Final Matches Commentaries in the UEFA Champions League, published by Grin Verlag. Mariam's greatest dream is seeing a world where knowledge is accessible to all. She does this through her volunteering roles on open knowledge platforms as a host and an editor. As part of her effort to maintain inclusion and diversity in knowledge transmission, she volunteers as a teacher in crises contexts. Learn more and connect with Mariam through her social links @ (22) Olugbodi Mariam | LinkedIn, Mariam Olugbodi (0000-0001-5027-6644) - ORCID and User:Margob28 - Meta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

The book, Racing Uphill: Confronting a Life with Epilepsy (U of Minnesota Press, 2025), is a memoir and an educational resource, which tells the story of an Emmy Award-winning TV news Journalist, Stacia Kalinoski. The author's aim is beyond giving an account of her experience of epilepsy, her goal is to sensitize readers and inspire epileptic patients and other people battling with ailments that carry social stigma, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's health. In the book, Stacia Kalinoski recounts her experience of visual distortions and feelings of déjà vu and jamais vujamais vu, which are auras that often precede more severe seizures. She discusses the physical injuries and memory loss resulting from her condition, particularly from temporal lobe seizures. Stacia's narrative underscores the complexities of living with epilepsy and the potential for personal growth and empowerment through adversity. She highlights the effects of frequent episodes of seizure on maintenance of social relationships and the ability to reminisce about the past. Relating her experience, Stacia dwells on the importance of confronting the reality of living with epilepsy, she emphasizes the significance of understanding seizures to combat the stigma and fear surrounding the condition, and how surgery can improve memory loss and allow People Living with Epilepsy reconnect with their past.  Mariam Olugbodi is a university teacher and a writer, she is the author of the monograph titled Stylistic Features in the 2011 and 2012 Final Matches Commentaries in the UEFA Champions League, published by Grin Verlag. Mariam's greatest dream is seeing a world where knowledge is accessible to all. She does this through her volunteering roles on open knowledge platforms as a host and an editor. As part of her effort to maintain inclusion and diversity in knowledge transmission, she volunteers as a teacher in crises contexts. Learn more and connect with Mariam through her social links @ (22) Olugbodi Mariam | LinkedIn, Mariam Olugbodi (0000-0001-5027-6644) - ORCID and User:Margob28 - Meta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The book, Racing Uphill: Confronting a Life with Epilepsy (U of Minnesota Press, 2025), is a memoir and an educational resource, which tells the story of an Emmy Award-winning TV news Journalist, Stacia Kalinoski. The author's aim is beyond giving an account of her experience of epilepsy, her goal is to sensitize readers and inspire epileptic patients and other people battling with ailments that carry social stigma, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's health. In the book, Stacia Kalinoski recounts her experience of visual distortions and feelings of déjà vu and jamais vujamais vu, which are auras that often precede more severe seizures. She discusses the physical injuries and memory loss resulting from her condition, particularly from temporal lobe seizures. Stacia's narrative underscores the complexities of living with epilepsy and the potential for personal growth and empowerment through adversity. She highlights the effects of frequent episodes of seizure on maintenance of social relationships and the ability to reminisce about the past. Relating her experience, Stacia dwells on the importance of confronting the reality of living with epilepsy, she emphasizes the significance of understanding seizures to combat the stigma and fear surrounding the condition, and how surgery can improve memory loss and allow People Living with Epilepsy reconnect with their past.  Mariam Olugbodi is a university teacher and a writer, she is the author of the monograph titled Stylistic Features in the 2011 and 2012 Final Matches Commentaries in the UEFA Champions League, published by Grin Verlag. Mariam's greatest dream is seeing a world where knowledge is accessible to all. She does this through her volunteering roles on open knowledge platforms as a host and an editor. As part of her effort to maintain inclusion and diversity in knowledge transmission, she volunteers as a teacher in crises contexts. Learn more and connect with Mariam through her social links @ (22) Olugbodi Mariam | LinkedIn, Mariam Olugbodi (0000-0001-5027-6644) - ORCID and User:Margob28 - Meta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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“Conflict isn't a failure of connection—it's an opportunity for deeper relational intelligence.” – Sara Ness Sara Ness is the CEO of Authentic Revolution and Research Director at Seek Healing, where she pioneers transformative group practices that bridge authentic relating, social technology, and embodied facilitation. Widely regarded as a leader in the field of group process and relational training, Sara has trained thousands of facilitators across the globe—from Google and Dell executives to underground community builders and co-op leaders. Sara is the creator of the largest library of authentic relating games in the world, with over 250 practices sourced from diverse cultures and contexts. She is also the founder of Fight Lab, a groundbreaking conflict practice space where participants role-play real-life tensions to build resilience, clarity, and skill in difficult conversations. In this episode, Sara shares: The four core perspectives every facilitator must learn to track. How to practice staying present and skillful in activated, high-stakes spaces. Tools for working with discord, fragmentation, and divergent needs in group fields. How authentic relating games act as “social technologies” that unlock depth and connection—fast. The difference between relational preferences and relational languages—and why that matters in conflict. Why she believes facilitators must bring their full, imperfect selves into leadership.   Join our Patreon for access to monthly Facilitation teachings and webinars with Rachel Patreon.com/inpresencewetrust Connect with Sara www.authrev.org https://substack.com/@authenticrevolutionary Connect with Rachel Rachel's Email List: subscribe Rachel's Website: rachelrickards.com The Field Facilitator Training: www.the-field.com Find us on Instagram The Field Facilitator Training: instagram.com/thefieldfacilitation Rachel Rickards: instagram.com/rachel.rickards/ Our Cover Art was Designed by Oana Serbana Instagram: Oana_flowingart Etsy:  Oana Flowing Art Etsy  

In this powerful installment of our Grown Folks Faith series, Pastor James D. Gailliard walks us through the spiritual, emotional, and physical battles we face in our pursuit of wholeness. Rooted in 3 John 2—“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers”—this message challenges us to name the enemies of our wellness and fight back with biblical strategy.

In this powerful installment of our Grown Folks Faith series, Pastor James D. Gailliard walks us through the spiritual, emotional, and physical battles we face in our pursuit of wholeness. Rooted in 3 John 2—“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers”—this message challenges us to name the enemies of our wellness and fight back with biblical strategy.

Tawny and Lisa talk about addiction as a family disease. Whether it's with your birth family or your chosen family (or both!), healing individually and as unit can break cycles of addiction and unhealthy behaviors. They both talk about their experiences with their families and how it's an imperfect journey that never really ends. Music Minute features Sister Sledge, Everclear, The Killers and Billie Eilish. Find support at Al-Anon and Co-Dependents Anonymous.  Tawny recommends these books on boundaries and codependency: The Origins of You, Set Boundaries, Find Peace, The Book of Boundaries Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Sign up for Tawny's Nonfiction Book Proposal Boot Camp here. Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar   

Howie Roseman made an appearance on Ruben Amaro's podcast and spoke about a moment he had where he realized the type of city Philadelphia is. It's a what have you done for me recently not in the past city. Relating this to Jalen Hurts and the Super Bowl it calls into question should we still hold him accountable for his poor training camp performances?

To discuss this Michele Puckhaber, chief executive of the Crime Victims Helpline and Neil McDonnell, chief executive of ISME.

Tawny and Lisa talk with Ted Mandell, Associate Teaching Professor at the University of Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre. Tawny has been a guest speaker for Ted's class, “Drunk on Film: The Psychology of Storytelling with Alcohol and its Effects on Alcohol Consumption.” They talk about the reasons kids drink more when they get to college, the persistence of the excessive drinking culture, and ways to reframe how students think about alcohol. Music Minute features a one-week course Ted taught with Rock n Roll Hall of Fame inductee Todd Rundgren.  Check out the PBS Newshour feature about “Drunk on Film.” Check out the Drunk on Film website Preorder The Sobriety Deck Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze Sign up for "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/) Emily joins me for a long-overdue conversation on how pets affect relationships between men and women. As you might have already imagined, this went in probably every direction you could think of and then some...starting with Emily's thoughts on how men who have cats are p*ssies. Yeah, well...is that always the case? Isn't there such thing as a masculine pet cat? Should men be 'dog people' instead if they want to attract women? If so, what breeds should men think about getting as opposed to other ones? Which are the chick magnets at the local dog park? And women are certainly not off the hook. What breeds of dog should women avoid getting if they expect to get a boyfriend? And more importantly, how many cats are too much for a woman to have...turning her into 'single cat-lady'? Are chickens only for farmers? What if he has reptiles as pets? What's more, what if SHE does? Is a chick with a snake a dealbreaker, let alone 'lizard lady'? What if the two of you like each other, but his Rottweiler would probably consider her new kitten a tasty snack? What if you're a single parent and the kid tugs at your heartstrings to pick a certain person to date...all because they'd score a new puppy in the deal? What if your new wife starts coddling a duck, bunny rabbit or a baby goat instead of you? And should couples get a pet or two as a trial run before making babies? Do pets make blending families even more tricky? Most of all, discover why guinea pigs are not okay under any circumstances and should be banned from the country. Have you checked out the new Substack at https://mountaintoppodcast.com/substack === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The show is now available as a VIDEO version on YouTube. For some reason, the episodes seem funnier...if a bit more rough around the edges. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Here comes a long-overdue conversation on how pets affect relationships between men and women. As you might have already imagined, this went in probably every direction you could think of and then some...starting with Emily's thoughts on how men who have cats are p*ssies. Yeah, well...is that always the case? Isn't there such thing as a masculine pet cat? Should men be 'dog people' instead if they want to attract women? If so, what breeds should men think about getting as opposed to other ones? Which are the chick magnets at the local dog park? And women are certainly not off the hook. What breeds of dog should women avoid getting if they expect to get a boyfriend? And more importantly, how many cats are too much for a woman to have...turning her into 'single cat-lady'? Are chickens only for farmers? What if he has reptiles as pets? What's more, what if SHE does? Is a chick with a snake a dealbreaker, let alone 'lizard lady'? What if the two of you like each other, but his Rottweiler would probably consider her new kitten a tasty snack? What if you're a single parent and the kid tugs at your heartstrings to pick a certain person to date...all because they'd score a new puppy in the deal? What if your new wife starts coddling a duck, bunny rabbit or a baby goat instead of you? And should couples get a pet or two as a trial run before making babies? Do pets make blending families even more tricky? Most of all, discover why guinea pigs are not okay under any circumstances and should be banned from the country. Get the show notes, free downloads and more at https://www.scotandemily.com/podcast === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. We discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, we'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

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I am honored to connect with Meg Josephson today. She is a psychotherapist holding a Master of Social Work degree from Columbia University, with a concentration in clinical practice. She is also a meditation teacher.  In our conversation, we discuss Meg's new book, Are You Mad at Me?, exploring fawning as a survival mechanism and why women are more likely to be conditioned into people-pleasing. We unpack the archetypes she refers to in her book, examining complex PTSD, and why fawners need to redefine their boundaries and acknowledge their grief and anger. Our discussion also touches on finding your voice during perimenopause and menopause, and why awareness is essential for healing. This conversation with Meg Josephson is truly invaluable, and her book is a vital resource for those who have experienced complex trauma in childhood or spent their lives people-pleasing and fawning. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: What fawning is, and why it becomes problematic if we keep on doing it when we are safe Why women and those in minority groups are more susceptible to fawning experiences  The six archetypes of people pleasers that Meg describes in her book Finding a voice to describe the experiences you grew up with Rewiring your beliefs to allow the weaknesses of your parents to become your strengths Why grief and anger are so significant for fawners Relating to your emotions rather than trying to erase them Why is it so hard for fawners to maintain their boundaries? How perimenopause and menopause provide an opportunity for women to think more introspectively How healing begins with awareness Understanding that we cannot control the perceptions of others Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Meg Josephson On social media: @ Meg Josephson Meg's Peace of Mind Substack

“Containment is the ultimate masculine virtue.” — Jaguar HeartIn this paradigm-shifting conversation, I deconstruct modern masculinity with Jag, a premier men's coach. Jag reveals why women crave strength, security, and confidence, how containment builds trust, and why “vulnerability is not strength.” From dismantling toxic masculinity dogma to mastering emotional leadership, this episode delivers actionable strategies for lasting attraction and relationship success.Episode Highlights0:00 — Intro & Uncomfortable Truth2:15 — Why Women Test Men & Saying “No” Builds Trust4:40 — The Three Core Attractors: Strength, Security & Confidence7:05 — Masculine/Feminine Polarity Explained9:30 — Vulnerability vs. Volition: Truth-Telling Not Oversharing12:10 — 2019 APA “Toxic Masculinity” Report Origins14:45 — When Red Pill & Radical Feminism Become Rackets17:20 — Stoicism & Andrew Tate: Logic Over Emotion20:00 — Commitment Is Freedom: One Partner vs. Variety23:15 — Containment in Action: Leading Her Out of Low States26:40 — Embracing Suffering: Jag's Financial & Grief Initiations30:10 — Practical Rituals: Environment, Morning Routines & Brotherhood33:05 — Advice for Struggling Men: Responsibility & Boundaries35:50 — Why Pain & Pressure Foster Growth & Resilience40:00 — The Role of Biological Imperatives in Relationships44:30 — Relating to Women Beyond Sex: Multidimensional Connection48:00 — Why “Toxic Femininity” Exists Too52:15 — Social Media's Misuse: Cherry-Picked Narratives56:00 — Building an Irrepressible Masculine Identity59:45 — Handling Public Attacks & Maintaining Containment1:03:30 — Developing Capacity Through “Uncomfortable” Training1:07:00 — Men's Value in Society & Domestic Inequality Stats1:10:15 — Final Message to Feminists & Critics1:14:30 — Where to Find Jag & Closing Advice1:16:00 — Jag's 18-Year-Old Self: Change Is ConstantAbout Jaguar HeartJag is a transformation coach specialising in mature masculine psychology. He guides trauma survivors, entrepreneurs, and everyday men to embody strength, set clear boundaries and lead with integrity.Connect with Jaguar HeartInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/purejaguar/Connect with MeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@morgantnelsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgantnelsonJoin the Dream Out Loud Facebook Communityhttps://bit.ly/49QXClWDownload the FREE Life By Design Productivity Plannerhttps://planner.morgantnelson.com/optinplanner

Nick Atchley is an Assistant Principal at Fremont Middle School, as well as a past Dean of Students and an experienced band director. Nick sits down with Kyle and gives us an insight to his world as an administrator, and helps us find common ground to be able to relate to, and connect with, our administrators.To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.comOur mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years.Connect with us with comments or ideasFollow the show:Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.comOn Youtube The Growing Band Director Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast GroupInstagram @thegrowingbanddirectorTik Tok @thegrowingbanddirectorIf you like what you hear please:Leave a Five Star Review and Share us with another band director!

Relating to God through Christ is far better than when we lived apart from Him prior to faith. But we find ourselves tempted occasionally to return to our old ways that omit God from the picture. The author of Hebrews exhorts his listeners and us to continue embracing the relationship we have with God through Christ instead of returning to our old ways. He bases his exhortation on the belief that the covenant that enables us to draw near to God is better than any prior covenant. This morning, we'll see why that's true.

Tawny and Lisa talk with Hilary Sheinbaum about her new workbook, GOING DRY: A Practical Guide to Drinking Less and Living More. The workbook takes readers through all phases of a sober or sober-curious journey, ranging from assessing your relationship with drinking to setting realistic expectations to discovering new experiences that bring you joy without booze. Music Minute features Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, and Flow State on Substack  Get GOING DRY: A Practical Guide to Drinking Less and Living More  Get The Dry Challenge: How to Lose the Booze for Dry January, Sober October, and Any Other Alcohol-Free Month  Check out Hilary's TED Talk, Dry Dating: Why and How  Check out Hilary's GoingDry.co event series. Find Hilary on IG: @hilarywritesny and @goingdry.co  More on socials: #goingdrybook Preorder The Sobriety Deck  Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. Sign up for Tawny's newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Order Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

Executive coach Joe Hudson unpacks the inner mechanics of human behavior, and how we can rewire our lives from the inside out. From learning how to feel our feelings to understanding the “three brains” that shape our experiences, Joe offers powerful frameworks for cultivating clarity, authenticity, and freedom. Joe reveals how triggers become opportunities for healing, why vulnerability is a superpower in leadership, and what it really takes to shift out of ego and into presence. BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:30 Subtractive Development: More Results with Less4:08 Working with the 3 Brains that Dictate Our Lives7:08 How to Make Real Progress in Life10:50 Having the Courage to Feel the Feelings13:20 Raising Kids Who Are Comfortable Expressing Themselves19:30 Healing Triggers Somatically 24:26 What Emotional Clarity Feels Like29:03 The Golden Algorithm: Intelligent Design in Our Emotions 38:38 How the Voice in Your Head Runs Your Life45:49 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy47:27 Nonduality & Spiritual Growing Pains53:09 Best Way to Gain Emotional Awareness59:53 Relating to the Ego in a Healthy Way1:10:23 Ad: PiqueLife1:11:24 High Performers Listen to their Intuition1:13:03 How His Coaching Process Works1:15:25 What Defensiveness Reveals About Us1:18:29 People Pleasing: An Instant Reframe 1:22:25 Power of Apologies & Forgiveness1:29:32 The View Framework1:33:56 Expressing Real Vulnerability 1:44:07 Qualities of a Powerful Leader 1:56:36 Will AI Change How We Relate to Ourselves?2:06:15 Analyzing the People & Companies Building AI2:13:52 Experiment for Implementing This All Into Your Life2:14:55 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: Sign up for a complimentary transformation guide: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/Art of Accomplishment PodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6MjoHFfLmNgo0Msais7IJ2YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtofAccomplishmenthttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.one

Tawny and Lisa talk with Lindsay Sutherland Boal, a coach, advocate, and the founder of both The Uncovery App and She Walks Canada, which support women overcoming problematic relationships with alcohol. They chat about gray-area drinking and the concept of “rock enough,” the acknowledgement that you don't need a “rock bottom” crisis to quit drinking. The Uncovery App is dedicated to the pursuit of alcohol-free living through self-investigation and support. She Walks Canada organizes walks around the world to support recovery and foster community.Music Minute features Lindsay's opera career and tropical lounge music. Check out The Uncovery App Learn about She Walks Canada On Instagram: @theuncoveryapp and @shewalkscanada Order The Sobriety Deck  Listen to The Sobriety Deck Playlist by Hannah Gardner Order Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze. Sign up for Tawny's newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage" Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Order Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

Stepping Into Your Destiny: A Call to ActionIn this inspirational sermon delivered at Tampa Life Church, Pastor Tes Stewart from Spirit of Pentecost in Ontario, Canada, emphasizes the importance of faith and action in fulfilling God's purpose for one's life. He reflects on the journey of the Israelites from Egypt to the Promised Land, highlighting their obstacles and God's interventions at the Red Sea and the Jordan River. Pastor Stewart challenges the congregation to move beyond their fears and step into their own 'Jordan River,' symbolizing the barriers they face. He calls for a commitment to action and deeper faith, urging listeners to step into their purpose and destiny, even in the face of uncertainty.00:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks00:43 Honoring Pastor Tisdale and Personal Ties01:44 Introduction to the Sermon: Step In02:25 Scripture Reading: Joshua 3:1303:59 Relating the Exodus Story15:52 Facing the Jordan River21:09 Call to Action: Step Into Your Destiny28:27 Concluding Prayer and Invitation

Today, Pastor Michael Acock speaks on our five-week series titled “Movement Of The Spirit”. Join us as we talk about prophecy and responding to the Spirit. Are you aware of the Holy Spirit's active presence in your daily life? Pastor Michael invites us to explore this vital relationship, emphasizing that our communion with the Spirit isn't just a distant concept but a personal invitation into a life of love, peace, and empowerment. Drawing from Romans 8, he reminds us that in Christ, we are free from condemnation and filled with the Spirit, enabling us to experience true life and peace, no matter the circumstances that surround us. You can find the full sermon notes and other resources at our website. We hope this message encourages you and helps you know Jesus in a more real way. Subscribe to us at our YouTube channel, on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify. You can also visit us at Facebook or Instagram.

Tawny and Lisa are taking a summer break from the podcast, but encore episodes will air until they're back in September. They talk about how it feels to pause and what they'll be doing. It's an opportunity for play and a chance to reset and reflect. But giving themselves time off brings up different emotions for both of them. They go deep on their feelings about routines, financial insecurity, and perfection.Music Minute features Sheryl Crow, The White Stripes, and EminemOrder The Sobriety DeckListen to The Sobriety Deck Playlist by Hannah GardnerOrder Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the BoozeSubscribe to Tawny's newsletter https://tawnylara.substack.com/ "Beyond Liquid Courage"Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses) Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar

(adjective) Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions. Alex went to a comic convention and left empty handed. What does it mean? Alex and Jakub went to a baseball game for the S&Gs. Alex has a life hack to survive summer. That leads him to wonder why technology hasn't advanced for hot sleepers.  Alex and Jakub are know for things because of the pod, but which is worse? Jakub wants a Jesus Christ workout for a super shredded core.   Executive Producers: Ian Lotts, Phillip Booker, Wes Bradley, & Tim Bland All WYSP Social Links

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We all have stories. Some we share openly—and some we bury deep. But what if the very breakthrough we're praying for is hidden behind a conversation we're afraid to have?In this powerful episode of Visibly Fit, I sit down with BJ Communicates—an author, speaker, and communications coach who knows firsthand the weight and freedom found in speaking the truth in love. We talk about the healing power of hard conversations—what they are, why we avoid them, and how they might be the key to living a more authentic, healthy, and whole life.BJ opens up about his personal relationship with his father, what he wishes he'd known before it was too late, and how that loss birthed his compelling urban fiction series designed to reflect our untold stories. We also explore why people hold back in relationships, how to speak up without being overly assertive, and what genuine communication looks like in marriage, parenting, and friendships.If you've ever felt misunderstood, distant from someone you love, or just tired of carrying emotional weight in silence, this conversation is for you. It's about healing from the inside out, restoring relationships, and honoring God through our communication.Let this episode be your permission slip to speak up, lean in, and love betterChapters:[00:00] Podcast Preview[00:38] Podcast Introduction[01:21] Topic and Guest Introduction[04:02] Introduction to Hard Conversations[07:03] BJ's Personal Story with His Father[09:58] Defining Hard Conversations[14:37] Healing Through Communication[16:10] Navigating Conflicting Perspectives[20:10] BJ's Urban Fiction Series Explained[23:45] Why We Can't Move Forward Without Healing[26:14] Inspiration Behind Writing[27:57] Relating to Angel: A Story of Father Wounds[29:35] A Real-Life Breakdown That Led to Breakthrough[32:13] God Gave Us Communication for Connection [34:05] Closing Thoughts and PrayerResources mentioned:

City girls love nature, too! Tawny and Lisa talk about the role it plays in their recoveries. Spending time in nature is linked to both cognitive benefits and improvements in mood, mental health and emotional well-being. But you can also bring nature into the home with herbs, plants, flowers or anything that connects with you. And nature is not just the mountains or the ocean – it can be anywhere you feel connected, like a dog park in the city!Check out the APA article Music Minute features Michael Jackson, Rolling Stones, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and SoundgardenOrder The Sobriety Deck Listen to The Sobriety Deck Playlist by Hannah GardnerOrder Tawny's book, DRY HUMPING: A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the BoozeSubscribe to Tawny's newsletter, "Beyond Liquid Courage"Order Tawny's new NA drink, (parentheses)Purchase Lisa's memoir, Girl Walks Out of a Bar   

The Nicene Creed was written 1,700 years ago and is one of the earliest summations of the core doctrinal beliefs of the Christian faith. We continue to recite it to this day at almost every Sunday Mass. Yet despite its foundational importance to Catholic belief and practice, the Creed remains an underutilized resource not only for catechesis but also evangelization. Today we discuss the enduring importance of the Creed and how we can employ its truths about the Trinity, the Incarnation, the Virgin Mary, the dark reality of sin, the hope of salvation, and much more to evangelize the culture.    A listener asks how he can love his neighbor as himself if he doesn't love himself. 00:00 | Introduction 01:21 | An Introduction to Prayer is now available in Chinese 03:30 | Do creeds matter? 08:55 | Relating the Apostle's Creed to the Nicene Creed 11:02 | Christianity centers around a man and an event 12:14 | Why the book What Christians Believe matters now 15:36 | The Christian creeds as defensible 19:19 | “I believe” or “we believe”? 22:48 | Faith, reason, and adventure 27:54 | God and creation 31:53 | The hardest but most important doctrine 34:33 | The Nicene Creed and the story of salvation 35:48 | Practical tips for using the Nicene Creed in evangelical work 36:58 | Listener question: How can I love my neighbor as myself, if I don't love myself? 39:20 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: What Christians Believe: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/what-christians-believe-box-of-20 Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.