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In this episode we jump into 2026 and remind ourselves when our view of ourselves as well as our capabilities are causing our crown to slip are we actually part of the problem and how can we reset ourselves in 2026 for our best year yet! Knowing that Delulu is the Solulu with our dreams!
3-Minute Micro Rest: The Strategic Pause for BurnoutIs your soul feeling as tired as your body?In a world optimized for metrics and constant output, it's easy to feel like a machine that's running out of power. If you're carrying the weight of deadlines and high expectations, this 3-minute "Pocket Podcast" is your strategic circuit breaker to prevent the crash and reclaim your peace of mind.In this episode, Martin guides you through:Tactical Breathing: A guided box-breathing exercise to actively down-regulate your nervous system and dim the "circuit of urgency".Somatic Release: Identifying where you hold burnout in your body—like the jaw or shoulders—and letting that tension drain away.Mindset Shift: Moving from "doing" to "being" and embracing the truth that rest is a necessity, not a luxury.For a deeper dive and relieve anxious thinking - https://calminganxietypodcast.systeme.io/letterA private hypnotherapy course . Take three minutes to honor your capacity and choose ease. You don't have to solve everything right now; your only job is to breathe and inhabit this space.Key Highlights:Strategic pauses for emotional fitness.Resetting your internal "operating system".Cultivating "time affluence" in a busy world.Follow & Subscribe to Calming Anxiety for more micro-sessions designed to help you navigate a tired world with kindness and clarityTake three minutes to honor your capacity and choose ease. You don't have to solve everything right now; your only job is to breathe and inhabit this space.Key Highlights:Strategic pauses for emotional fitness.Resetting your internal "operating system".Cultivating "time affluence" in a busy world.Follow & Subscribe to Calming Anxiety for more micro-sessions designed to help you navigate a tired world with kindness and clarity
For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke. 2025 was TOUGH! In this episode, I dive into my year of unexpected chaos that completely derailed my health - and why I let it happen. I share the tools that worked to get through and what tools I need to pull back out (hint: download the FREE Midlife Is More Than HRT guide below). Most importantly, I needed to revisit my "burners" and reprioritize based on my core values. It's a juicy show and so far, 2026 is challenging as well! If it is for you too, this episode is right on time! Resources mentioned in this episode: Dr Brooke Show #352 Stop Trying To Find Work-Life Balance And Do This Instead Finding Your Inner Compass: Core Value Guide (free!) Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it! Stuff I Know You Will Love If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available. Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us! Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too. To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!
Send us a textWhat if 10K to 20K months were not something you chased, but something you expected?In this Friday Quickie, I'm sharing the shift that moved me out of unpredictable, up-and-down income and into a new normal that actually holds. Not a new strategy. Not better content. Not an Instagram checklist. A full reinvention of who I was being in my business.Join the Growth Lounge - https://www.brittneyceo.com/growthGet My 7 Figure Guide: https://brittney-ceo.mykajabi.com/offers/fbKnBwSM/checkoutGet my FREE weekly biz babe moves straight to your inboxhttps://view.flodesk.com/pages/624b64b2a15594c239cada7bJoin my Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/131279237732613Follow me on Ig @brittneyceo for my daily life, hot biz tips, and morehttps://www.instagram.com/brittneyceo/
In this conversation,Laura welcomes Dr. Nina Joy Mena to discuss digital detoxing and self-care, particularly for busy professionals and Black women leaders. The discussion covers the impacts of digital overload on mental health, the necessity of establishing boundaries with technology, and practical strategies for maintaining wellness. Dr. Mena emphasizes the significance of self-care routines and the role of community in fostering joy and resilience. The episode concludes with actionable steps for listeners to prioritize their mental health and well-being. About Dr. Nina Dr. Nina Joy Mena, known as Dr. NJoy, is an Atlanta-based psychiatrist, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker dedicated to promoting mental wellness and breaking the stigma of mental illness in the Black community. Double board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, she serves as Chief Medical Officer at CHRIS 180, providing compassionate, trauma-informed care across all ages. As the founder of NJoy LIFE – Living In Full Empowerment, LLC and host of the Journey to Joy Live podcast, Dr. NJoy inspires resilience, authenticity, and joy through storytelling and community engagement. She is the author of NJoyNAL: Nurturing Authentic Living and Inspire Joy for the Wife Mom Boss: Balancing It All Without Losing Yourself. An avid runner, Dr. NJoy has completed 46 half marathons and 9 full marathons—her personal form of therapy and reset. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the devoted wife of Juan Mena and mother of three boys, ages 2, 4, and 14. Connect with Dr. Nina Website: www.drnjoylife.com Facebook: @NJoy LIFE Instagram: @Dr.NJoy.Life Youtube: @DrNJoyLifeMD Tik Tok: @Dr.NJoy.Life BWL Resources: Now enrolling for both the January sessions of the Early Career and Mid-Career programs. Learn more at https://blackwomanleading.com/programs-overview/ Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube. Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here Download the Black Woman Leading Career Journey Map - https://blackwomanleading.com/journey-map/ Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Follow BWL on LinkedIn Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay
(0:00) The final hour of the show opens with the callers weighing in on all that the guys have discussed on the show. (16:05) Resetting thoughts on what Mike Vrabel and DeMeco Ryans had to say about each other's teams ahead of this weekend's matchup. (25:28) Final thoughts, call, and The Email of the Day! Plus, The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Resetting in 2026 New year. Same marriage problems? Here's the thing: most people approach a new year with good intentions but no actual reset. They keep doing the same things, waiting for different results. And when it comes to saving your marriage, that's a recipe for staying stuck. In this week's podcast, I walk you through five critical resets you need to make in 2026. Not resolutions. Resets. There's a difference. If you play pickleball, you know what a reset is. When what you're doing isn't working, you reset the ball. You slow it down. You step back and start fresh. That's what we're doing here with your marriage. What Needs to Go (and What Needs to Come In) I break down five specific shifts, each with something that needs to be "out" and something that needs to be "in" for your process this year. The first reset deals with the most common trap I see: waiting for your spouse to join you before you start working on things. Spoiler alert—that's exactly backwards. One person always starts the process. That's normal. The question is whether you're going to be that person or keep waiting. The second reset tackles what I call "Idea ADD"—jumping from YouTube video to blog post to the next shiny object the algorithm throws at you. You're trusting an algorithm instead of following a clear, consistent approach. That has to stop. The third reset is about ditching the seat-of-your-pants approach. Flying by the seat of your pants IS a system. It's just a losing system. You need an actual written plan and systems in place to support it. The fourth reset changes how you think about hope. Most people treat hope like a feeling they're waiting to experience. Wrong. Hope is something you build using a specific formula. I'll walk you through the equation. The fifth reset shifts you from pushing and chasing your spouse (which only creates more distance) to something far more effective: inviting connection. Small shift. Massive difference. Why This Matters Right Now We're just into 2026. You've got a choice in front of you. You can approach your marriage the same way you did last year, or you can actually reset your approach. These aren't theoretical concepts. They're the backbone of how I've helped thousands of people turn their marriages around. They're built into my Save The Marriage System, my VIP program, and my Unpause app. They're the three C's in action: Connect with your spouse. Change yourself. Create a new path. Each of these five resets moves you toward one or more of those three areas. And each one is something you can control and execute on, regardless of where your spouse is right now. Listen to this episode if you're serious about making 2026 different. Not just hopeful it will be different. Actually different. Because hope isn't something you wait for. It's something you build. Listen to Episode 584: Resetting in 2026 now on the Save The Marriage Podcast. If your marriage is in crisis, learn more about the Save The Marriage System at savethemarriage.com. If you're looking to strengthen your connection and unpause your marriage, check out the Unpause app at unpauseyourmarriage.com.
This is a recording of a live guided meditation. The meditation guide and the members of the public who joined the meditation used the Zoom platform. Even though you are listening to this meditation as a recording rather than attending live, in the world of consciousness, there is no time or space. Meaning, regardless of when you listen, you are in a meditation with a large group of folks from different walks of life and places on the planet.Meditation Guide: Judy Hunter, Master meditation guide and seasoned teacher and trainer for the Divine Spark Program.Judy's Meditation Guide Style: Rich, musical tone to her voice. Inspiring imagery and clear guidance makes possible going deep into your center safely and joyfully.Content: Features these tools and techniques:Grounding (Earth Connection)ReleasingCenteringIntentional BreathingCenter of Head AwarenessFinding the energy flow of universal consciousness within you, then stepping into itTraveling within your energy architecture -- moving point of awareness through 1-12 chakras Intention setting Bringing your life energy into harmony with your divine/universal self
This episode is all about my bookish ins and outs for 2026 — the things I'm fully leaning into and the things I'm officially done with. Expect hot takes. We're talking DNFing without guilt, ditching rating inflation, saying no to hype-driven reading, re-reading comfort series, mood-reading whatever I want, and letting go of the pressure to love every popular book on the internet. Reading should be fun again, and I'm not holding back.Come hang out with us on social media for more book chats and episode updates — we're on TikTok and Instagram @MissWillasBookClubPod. If you enjoyed this episode, leaving a rating or sharing it with a bookish friend helps more than you know.Grab your TBR, grab a spicy opinion, and let's get into it.
Crystal Williams led the career prosperity prayer call, grounding the discussion in John 10:10 to emphasize that the Lord offers an abundant life that includes professional success, encouraging attendees to adopt a "God-made mentality" and embrace career pivoting. Williams stressed the importance of believers using their authority in Jesus Christ to invite God's intervention in their careers, viewing any necessary "reset" as God putting them in the correct position for healing and success. To maintain this reset, Williams introduced the weekly "Forward Focus Career Fast" every Thursday and provided instructions for participants to receive materials by texting "bread" to 201-357-3218, concluding the call with a prayer for divine protection, fresh ideas, and favor.Need accountability and community in your professional career journey??Click the link https://careerchasersclub.com/join/ to learn more and join my global professional development community, Career Chasers!Join the #CareerDailyBread text message list by texting the word BREAD to (201) 357-3218 When you join you will receive uplifting messages that will elevate your work week!***Download the Peculiar Career Chit Chat playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/3DoUwHNP.S. If you have any prayer requests simply send them to crystal@theyoubrandacademy.com Need help elevating to the next level in your career journey??? Simply book a complimentary consultation: http://bit.ly/elevatemycareerAdditionally, follow Crystal on social media: YouTube:https://youtube.com/@theyoubrandacademy?si=od0A3g5qXyVApVu5,FB-The YOU Brand AcademyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalclearcareercoaching/ ; TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@_dopecareercoach?_r=1&_t=ZT-911A8776ZsE
Mid-year is when the cracks start to show - expectations fade, routines get sloppy, and classroom management feels heavier than it should. In this episode, I share why you can reset classroom management at any point in the year and walk you through the mindset shift, conversations, and practical steps that make a mid-year reset actually work. We'll talk about identifying your biggest classroom pain points, clearly communicating new expectations, and consistently reinforcing procedures so they stick!➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode217Resources:Winter Science FREEBIESCulture Mini-CourseSSS Virtual PD Course Bundle SSS Podcast Episodes by Topic Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD courseSend me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.scienceSend me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.Follow, rate, and comment on Spotify.Related Episodes:Episode 35, Competency, Classroom Management, Teaching Chemistry, and MORE with Guest Zach MatsonEpisode 91, My Top 5 Classroom Management Routines and Procedures for High School Science TeachersEpisode 93, Simple Strategies for Classroom ManagementEpisode 133, Using Refrains When Teaching
ResourcesMy book Radical Self-HonouringYearly Business Planner Repurpose Ai: Streamline your content creation and repurpose effortlessly with Repurpose Ai.Later Content Scheduling: Simplify your social media strategy with Later.Flodesk: Elevate your email marketing with Flodesk – get 50% off your first year using this link.Other Resources:Submit a question to be featured on the podcast and receive live coaching! Send a voice note or fill out the question form.Where To Find Us:Instagram: @sigma.wmnTikTok: @sigma.wmnNewsletter: Subscribe here.Threads: @sigma.wmn.This episode is your permission slip to stop dragging old patterns into a new year. We walk through nine habits, beliefs and ways of working that quietly sabotage aligned business growth, from building a brand on personal whims instead of viable ideas, to treating your business like a hobby or a high school art project rather than a real, strategic company. If you are serious about sustainable success, this is the tough love reset you need.You will hear why niche or unproven ideas struggle when they are not backed by market research, why “life phase” businesses rarely last, and how chasing trends or treating social media like a personal scrapbook can erode trust with your ideal clients. We also look at unrealistic expectations around followers, engagement and sales, and the gap between wanting premium results and being unwilling to build real skills in marketing and sales.This episode is designed for values-led women business owners who want to grow in a way that feels grounded, ethical and sustainable. You will be invited to see these behaviours as patterns, not personal flaws, and to choose a more mature, self-responsible approach to business that honours your time, energy and creative potential.Tune in to hear:What you need to stop doing in business if you want more aligned growth in 2026.The subtle ways you may be self-sabotaging your business success without realising it.Why it is time to change, level up and treat your business like an actual business, not a hobby.Find the Complete Show Notes Here → https://sigmawmn.com/podcastIn This Episode, You'll Learn:How to spot the behaviours that are quietly undermining your income, confidence and momentum.Why building a business on preferences, trends or life phases rarely leads to sustainable success.How your approach to social media, content and sales skills is shaping your results.How to start resetting your standards so your actions match the results you say you want.Themes & Time Stamps:[3:22] Resetting your business and calendar[5:19] Key behaviours that sabotage business[5:37] #1. Building businesses on personal likes, not profitable ideas[7:05] #2. Building businesses around temporary life phases[9:32] #3. Treating your business like a hobby[11:13] #4. Treating business like a high school art project[12:33] #5. Treating social media like a personal scrapbook[14:53] #6. Expecting followers and engagement without earning it[15:58] #7. Expecting sales without sales skills[16:25] High expectations, low effort. A recipe for disappointment[16:47] Unrealistic goals and the need for training[17:06] The secret sauce. Building self-worth and confidence[17:36] The “villain” role. Tough love for your success[17:47] If you need support, here is how to get it
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This episode is about discovering your current set point — where your body and mind are living right now with food, movement, sleep, stress, and beliefs about weight — and how it drives cravings, emotions, and overall health.I dive into the difference between the number on the scale and the emotional and psychological weight we carry daily. Your habits and your body's responses aren't failures — they're signals. Your nervous system is trying to keep you safe.1. What Is Your Set Point? Your set point is your current rhythm with:FoodMovementSleepStress…and the beliefs you hold about weight, cravings, and your body's ability to change. It dictates emotional, psychological, and physical weight — the state your body feels safe in, even if it's not where you want to be. Key insight: your body defaults to the known, even if it feels “not enough” or creates unwanted habits.2. The Problem with Perfectionism & Overdrive: Focusing on perfection, overachieving, or constant productivity leads to:Higher stressSpiking cortisolStronger sugar cravingsIntense emotional eating cycles3. Understanding the Hormonal Loop: Critical hormones controlling cravings and weight:Cortisol — rises under stress, triggers sugar cravings, keeps your body in protection mode.Insulin — storage hormone, holds fat when cortisol is high.Leptin — satiety hormone, signals fullness.Ghrelin — hunger hormone, signals when to eat.Takeaway: if hormones are unbalanced, dieting or willpower alone won't work. Resetting hormones is key to changing your set point.4. Protection Mode vs. Safety Mode: Your body isn't lazy or “rebelling” — it's in protection mode. Weight gain, cravings, and mindless eating are protective responses to stress. Even destructive habits feel safe. Instead of shaming yourself, thank your body for keeping you safe and learn to transition to safety mode.5. How to Reset Your Set Point:Focus on hormone regulation, not just weight lossMove your body in ways that feel safe and enjoyableNourish without restrictionHonor rest and recoveryShift beliefs about cravings and your body's ability to changeThis helps cravings normalize, appetite regulation improve, and weight release naturally — without forcing, restricting, or shaming yourself.6. Personal Story & Lessons Learned During high-stress periods of grief, perfectionism, and overwork, I experienced:Cortisol-driven sugar bingesLeptin resistance and insatiable cravingsFeeling powerless despite “doing everything right”My breakthrough: willpower alone can't override biology. Learning about the nervous system and hormones helped me reset my set point and transform my relationship with food, movement, and my body.TakeawaysSet point = where your body feels safe, not failureWeight is emotional, psychological, energetic, and physicalCravings and stress responses are biologically drivenResetting hormones and focusing on safety mode creates sustainable changeJournal PromptsWhat is my current set point with food, movement, sleep, and stress?What beliefs do I hold about weight, cravings, and my body's ability to change?When do I feel most in protection mode?How can I shift from perfectionism to safety and self-regulation?Closing Message: You are in the right place if you feel stuck or disconnected from your body. Your cravings, weight, and energy challenges are messages, not failures. By regulating hormones and moving safely, you can shift your set point, calm your nervous system, and release weight effortlessly over time.GET THE HORMONE RESET EBOOK now: https://sherryshaban.com/hormoneresetListen to more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe to me on Spotify, Podcast, and YouTube so you never miss an episode!Join my Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.com Work with me: www.sherryshaban.com/transform Go deeper: www.makepeacewithfood.com Share your biggest takeaway and tag me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn
Our daily habits are surrounded by screens and technology that shape our lives in ways we rarely stop to notice. Using one of Jesus' parables, Pastor Mike raises a deeper question beneath the scrolls, streams, and notifications: What are you making space for—and what might you be missing? This message offers time to pause, reflect, and consider what's quietly shaping the direction of your life—and to step back and realign your habits with what truly matters.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the final hour by resetting their thoughts on Sunday's Patriots vs Chargers wild card matchup. (11:04) Resetting thoughts from earlier in the week on Jim Harbaugh's press conference comments. Plus, the callers weigh in on an Agenda Free Friday. (19:17) Final thoughts, calls, and emails! (33:18) The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
As agents celebrate a calmer housing market, smart money is moving in silence, using cash, credit, and consolidation to reset power while amateurs relax and miss the shift.—Ready to kill the rat race?This free "Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing in 2025" will show you exactly how to start, even if you're broke, busy, or scared to death of losing a dime.It's short. It's simple. It's real.Download now: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/freeguide/—Helping you learn how to achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/
(0:00) Felger, Murray, and Barth open the final hour by resetting Jim Murray's QB rankings and where he has Justin Herbert in his rankings. (15:10) Resetting thoughts on what Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh had to say about Drake Maye and Justin Herbert. (24:30) Final thoughts, calls, and emails! (35:20) The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) The final hour opens with the callers weighing in on the Patriots, Bruins, and Celtics. (11:43) How confident are the guys in Drake Maye going into the game on Sunday? (22:40) Resetting thoughts on what Bill Belichick had to say about the Patriots and Chargers playoff matchups. Plus, the Email of the Day! (35:32) The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) The second hour of the show opens with the callers weighing in on all that the guys discussed in the first hour of the show. (10:36) Some thoughts on the Bruins recent struggles and the Red Sox lack of offseason moves. (26:43) Resetting yesterday's conversation on dome teams traveling in the playoffs to play in cold outdoor environments. (32:35) What did Bill Belichick have to say when breaking down the Patriots and Chargers matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hey everybody, welcome back to The Smiling Homeschooler! We are kicking off our very first new show of the year. This is that time of year when everything just feels fresh again. Your brain gets a little reset, the stress of the holidays is gone, and it's a great chance to rethink the things that didn't work so well last semester. Maybe it's time to change a routine, toss some of the stuff that doesn't bring joy, or simplify a little. Co-ops are starting back up, routines are getting back in place, and before you know it, spring and summer will be here—whether you're ready or not! We will also be answering a listener's question and reading some of our listeners' highlights of 2025 and what they are looking forward to in 2026! It should be a fun and encouraging episode. Before we get started, we want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making The Smiling Homeschooler possible. They're an amazing math curriculum, and we encourage you to check them out at teachingtextbooks.com. We'd also like to thank Samaritan Ministries—a community of Christians who help one another with medical bills. They make it possible for families to take steps of faith, whether that's a career change, a ministry opportunity, or bringing mom home. You can learn more and support us through the link https://hubs.ly/Q03VZL4d0 Have a great week and don't forget to smile!
We kick off our first episode of 2026 with a real reset—no gimmicks, no “new year, new me” talk. Just honest reflection and clear intention. We talk podcast goals for the year ahead—consistency, growth, new segments, guests, visuals—and what it actually takes to level up without burning out. On a personal level, we share realistic intentions for 2026, the habits and mindsets we're leaving behind in 2025, and the energy we're committed to carrying forward. The conversation shifts to the decline of DJ culture. Are DJs falling off—or has the environment changed? We break down repetitive sets, weak transitions, and the pressure to cater to TikTok moments instead of the actual room. Is this a skill issue, a crowd-demand issue, or both? And we debate the ultimate question: who's the best artist to play in the club or lounge right now? From there, we ask a bigger question about music in the digital age: Did streaming ruin rappers' aura? We compare the old era of mystique and anticipation to today's nonstop drops, oversharing, and algorithm-driven releases. Does constant access make artists feel less special—and who, if anyone, has managed to keep their mystique intact? Later in the episode, we get personal with artists we like but never fully tapped into—the ones we respect off singles, features, interviews, or image, but have never sat down and listened to front-to-back. Is liking the idea of an artist enough, or does real fandom require deeper investment? Fashion takes center stage as we talk about the resurgence of men's fashion—oversized fits, Avirex and Vanson jackets, throwback leather, and early-2000s energy. Is this nostalgia done right or just recycled fits? Are men actually dressing better—or just louder? And yes, we ask the important question: who still wears Polo? On the women's side, we discuss what trends are coming back, which ones should've stayed in the past, and what we'd actually like to see return. We also unpack how social media and fast fashion are speeding trend cycles up faster than ever—and what that means for originality. We then move into current events, starting with a serious story out of Minnesota: the Somali child care provider fraud case. We give a high-level breakdown of what happened, mix in some side commentary about how the funding slipped through the cracks, and talk about who was asleep at the wheel. Most importantly, we discuss how stories like this can fuel misinformation and harmful stereotypes if not handled responsibly. From there, we zoom out to politics and global headlines, touching on Donald Trump, Venezuela, and the constant noise around foreign policy. We break down what's actually happening versus what's being said, why Venezuela keeps popping up in rhetoric, and whether this is real policy discussion or election-era posturing designed for soundbites. We close with sports, starting with the NFL playoffs—top seeds, teams we trust versus teams we don't believe in, early Super Bowl predictions, and who's peaking at the right time. Finally, we check in on the NBA midseason, separating contenders from pretenders, highlighting teams exceeding expectations, and discussing which stars are under the most pressure as playoff positioning tightens and post–All-Star buzz builds. This episode sets the tone for the year: reflective but forward-looking, critical but fair, and grounded in culture, conversation, and context. A real welcome to 2026.
While the calendar promises a fresh start, many educators feel the heavy weight of expectations before their energy has fully returned. Join host Dustin Odham as he tackles the unique tension of January leadership. This episode explores why pushing harder right now might be the wrong move and how treating this month as a true reset point can prevent burnout down the road.Dustin shares personal insights on why intensity without intention leads to exhaustion. He offers three critical questions to help leaders shift their paradigm from a "pressure cooker" mentality to one of clarity and trust. Listen in to discover how to honor capacity, define what truly matters, and lead with a renewed sense of purpose this semester.Host: Dustin OdhamTimestamps: (00:13 - 00:51) The reality of January pressure (00:51 - 01:25) Why December drains our tanks (01:25 - 02:30) Resetting before you sprint (02:30 - 03:02) Where burnout is revealed (03:02 - 03:58) Pressure cooker vs reset point (03:58 - 04:30) Your lens shapes leadership (04:31 - 04:58) Clarity builds trust (04:28 - 05:55) Intensity without intention (05:55 - 06:21) Clarity is the foundation (06:21 - 06:53) Best energy (06:54 - 07:25) How people feel (07:25 - 08:11) February and March are sprints
While the calendar promises a fresh start, many educators feel the heavy weight of expectations before their energy has fully returned. Join host Dustin Odham as he tackles the unique tension of January leadership. This episode explores why pushing harder right now might be the wrong move and how treating this month as a true reset point can prevent burnout down the road.Dustin shares personal insights on why intensity without intention leads to exhaustion. He offers three critical questions to help leaders shift their paradigm from a "pressure cooker" mentality to one of clarity and trust. Listen in to discover how to honor capacity, define what truly matters, and lead with a renewed sense of purpose this semester.Host: Dustin OdhamTimestamps: (00:13 - 00:51) The reality of January pressure (00:51 - 01:25) Why December drains our tanks (01:25 - 02:30) Resetting before you sprint (02:30 - 03:02) Where burnout is revealed (03:02 - 03:58) Pressure cooker vs reset point (03:58 - 04:30) Your lens shapes leadership (04:31 - 04:58) Clarity builds trust (04:28 - 05:55) Intensity without intention (05:55 - 06:21) Clarity is the foundation (06:21 - 06:53) Best energy (06:54 - 07:25) How people feel (07:25 - 08:11) February and March are sprints
What if the best way to begin 2026 isn't with big resolutions… but with a gentler, more intentional reset? In this episode of Glamour Farms: The Podcast, our host, Haley Klockenga is talking about the soft start. It's a trending, life-giving approach to the new year that invites margin, peace, and purpose instead of pressure. If you're feeling tired of hustle culture, overwhelmed by expectations, or unsure where to begin, this conversation is for you. Haley shares her soft start goals for 2026. We'll explore how to reset your rhythms without overhauling your life, why small, meaningful changes matter more than drastic goals, and how faith can guide your steps in a season that often feels loud and demanding. From practical habits that support a slower pace to spiritual encouragement for creating space with God, this episode offers permission to start where you are… and move forward with grace. Whether you're navigating a busy family life, rebuilding routines after the holidays, or simply craving a calmer way to begin the year, this episode will help you step into 2026 feeling grounded, hopeful, and refreshed. ✨ No pressure. No perfection. Shop our website: https://glamourfarms.com Connect with The Podcast on IG: http://instagram.com/glamourfarms.thepodcast/ Connect with Glamour Farms on IG: http://instagram.com/shopglamourfarms Connect with Haley on IG: http://instagram.com/haleyklockenga/ Shop Refresh Beauty: https://glamourfarms.com/collections/refresh-beauty
In this episode of Command Control Power, the hosts discuss their busy schedules at the end of 2025 and their plans for the holiday season. Topics include the impact of year-end client projects, managing office breaks, and balancing personal time during the holidays. The conversation shifts to a timely warning about iPhone security while traveling, prompted by an article from Tidbits Content Network. A fascinating client story is shared involving the recovery of an old iCloud account trapped behind forgotten credentials. Another highlight includes a successful repair story from the Rossman Group, addressing a client's dead MacBook Pro battery. The hosts wrap up by exploring intriguing tech topics such as blocking issues in email aliases and innovative VPN solutions for connection bonding. 00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections 00:37 Holiday Plans and Workload Management 03:09 New Year Greetings and Travel Stories 04:39 iPhone Security Concerns While Traveling 06:50 NFC and QR Code Scams 11:00 Client Stories and Apple Support Experiences 18:01 The MacBook Pro Charger Dilemma 18:20 Resetting the SMC and Battery Issues 18:39 Recurring Revenue and Client Needs 20:11 Repair Challenges and Solutions 22:07 The Rossman Group to the Rescue 26:41 Gmail Sent Mail Mystery 32:14 Speedify VPN and Connection Bonding 33:40 Conclusion and Listener Appreciation
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the final hour of the show with a Lightning Round of callers on the Patriots. (15:55) Resetting thoughts from earlier in the show on the Patriots strength of schedule during the 2025 season, and looking ahead to the 2026 opponents for the team. (23:00) Final thoughts, calls, and emails! (38:09) The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, I'm joined by Tim Rosa, CEO of Somnee. Pioneering personalized neurostimulation for sleep, Somnee's clinical-grade headband uses EEG brain mapping to help people get higher quality rest. In this episode, we discuss building the next generation of sleep technology. We also cover: Lessons from scaling Fitbit How EEG-driven neurostimulation works Traction with NBA athletes and elite performers Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Somnee's Website: www.somneesleep.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somneesleep/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/somnee/ - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:29) Tim's background (02:13) Scaling Fitbit (03:00) Discovering Somnee (04:15) Resetting the company (06:00) How Somnee works (07:15) Clinical-grade data (09:00) Sleep onset vs sleep maintenance (11:30) 15-minute sessions vs all-night tracking (13:45) FDA clearance & clinical validation (16:00) Go-to-market strategy (18:30) NBA, NFL, and elite athletes (23:15) The sleep market opportunity (25:30) The future of wearables (28:00) Device ecosystems and API integrations (33:00) Series A fundraising (34:45) The 21-session optimization (36:15) Where to find Somnee and learn more (37:15) Conclusion
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by continuing their conversation about the Patriots going up against the Chargers and the MVP debate.(8:24) We dive into the Week 18 edition of Read & React.(21:52) The crew goes back and forth on who's been the most important part of the Patriots getting back on track.(31:59) We finish the show with calls on everything from the day.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to turn the Science of Reading into daily classroom practice. From observing other teachers, to tightening routines, to managing time inside overloaded programs, this conversation is all about building a literacy block that actually works. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES
Send us a text2025 shook us—but it didn't break us. In the first new episode of 2026, Lou and Teresa reflect on a year that challenged America, spotlight the moments that restored hope, and explain why Earrings Off! remains committed to giving you the information you need to live better, on purpose. No resolutions here. Just three powerful things to STOP doing that could change your life, and maybe the country, for the better. Listen now. We're back./ LET'S CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM:-IG: https://www.instagram.com/theearringsoffpodcast/?next=%2F// S U B S C R I B ENew Podcasts and Blogs Every Weekhttps://www.earringsoff.com/subscribeYoutube | https://www.youtube.com/@earringsoffpodcast/videos// F O L L O W Website | www.earringsoff.comFacebook | Earrings OffLou and Teresa are thrilled to bring you their weekly podcast, where they dive deep into fascinating topics, interview experts, and share inspiring stories. But guess what? We need your support to keep this show going strong! Here's how you can help:Follow us and subscribe to our Youtube Channel at Earrings Off Podcast.Consider supporting the show with a one-time donation. Your contribution helps us enhance our content, upgrade our equipment, and deliver even more engaging episodes. To donate, simply click the “Support the show” link below. Every bit makes a difference—thank you!Like and Share: If you enjoy our podcast, hit that like button! It helps us reach more listeners. And don't forget to share your favorite episodes with friends and family. Word of mouth is powerful!Support the showSupport the show
Howard Beck and Raja Bell are back with another edition of Real Ones to examine whether the league should do away with the 65-game minimum rule. But first: Anthony Edwards left the Minnesota bench, then the court, during a timeout late in the Timberwolves' 126-102 loss at the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. Is there trouble brewing in Minnesota? Howard and Raja also discuss the hierarchy in the Eastern Conference and which teams haven't lived up to their preseason hype. (0:00:00) Intro (2:56) Anthony Edwards leaves the bench (12:01) Examining 65-game rule (21:43) Resetting the eastern conference (27:14) Are the Celtics being slept on? (39:40) Cavaliers disappointment (44:56) Philly's chances in the East (51:15) Knicks and Pistons headed for the conference finals? (59:44) Real One of the Week Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hosts: Raja Bell and Howard BeckProducers: Victoria Valencia and Clifford AugustinAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, we're diving into the DMs — the real questions, honest confessions, and gentle reminders we all need going into the new year. We're chatting about building new routines that actually fit your life, creating habits that support your mental and emotional health, and what it really looks like to be in a “waiting season” without feeling like you're falling behind.This episode is your permission slip to slow down, reset, and give yourself grace — because growth doesn't always look like hustle. Sometimes it's soft, quiet, and happening underneath the surface.
Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are back with their first podcast of 2026. The writers reset the Red Sox' offseason after New Year's Day, debating whether Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman is the best fit for the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As we step into a new year, many of us focus on resolutions, but what if a more powerful question is: How do I actually want to feel? In this episode, Colette explores Ayurvedic cleansing not as a quick detox or rigid reset, but as a gentle ritual, a way to digest the past, build resilience, and step into the year ahead with clarity, steadiness, and intention. Rather than pushing or restricting, this conversation invites you to slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with digestion as the foundation of physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. If you're craving a nourishing fresh start that supports your nervous system and long-term health, this episode is for you. In this episode, we explore: Why the threshold between one year and the next is considered a potent time for healing The lost art of ritual and why modern life often skips over important transitions How unprocessed experiences and emotions can create subtle ama (toxicity) in the body and mind Digestion as more than food, including how we digest experiences, emotions, and stress Why Ayurveda prioritizes preventative health and resilience, especially in an unpredictable world How gentle cleansing supports adaptability, immunity, and nervous system regulation Cleansing as an act of self-respect, not willpower or deprivation The role of community (sangha) and why group cleansing can be deeply supportive Links & Resources Discounted Group Digestive Reset Cleanse begins January 23rd, 2026. Check out all the Cleanse details here... https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/group-cleanse For a detailed breakdown of the cleanse structure and mechanics, listen to Episode 244: An Ayurvedic Digestive Reset Cleanse. Private DIgestive Reset Cleanse - choose dates that work for your schedule. Learn more at https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/digestive-reset-cleanse Exciting News: The New Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community is Live! Over the years, this podcast has blossomed into a global community, a gathering of seekers, healers, and lifelong learners. And now, I'm delighted to share that our revitalized community space is officially open! This new online home was created for those who wish to go deeper into Ayurveda, together. Inside, you'll find: Early access to podcast episodes Member forums for discussion and Q&A Mindfulness and self-care practices Monthly live Zoom meetups Seasonal group challenges and reflections It's a conscious, supportive space to connect, learn, and grow with others walking the Ayurvedic path. Come say hello, introduce yourself, and be part of this living, breathing sangha. Join the new Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community here: https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/community I look forward to connecting with you soon! Check out Colette's online services: Online Consultations https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations At-home Digestive Reset Cleanse https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/digestive-reset-cleanse Online Daily Habits for Holistic Health Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/daily-habits Reset-Restore-Renew Program https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/reset-restore-renew Have questions on Colette's online services? Book a FREE 15 min Services Enquiry Call here. https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/consultations Do I have an accumulation of ama/toxins in my body? Take this quiz to find out https://www.elementshealingandwellbeing.com/resources Stay connected on the Elements Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elementsofayurvedapodcast/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/elementshealingandwellbeing Thank you for listening! If this episode supported you, please consider leaving a review and if you think this information would be helpful to family or friends, please share this episode so we can spread this wisdom of Ayurveda. Stay tuned and stay aligned with the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to Just Grow With It! In this episode, I reveal my honest approach to goal setting for 2026, what's changed, and how you can finally make your goals happen. 0:00 – Introduction & Resetting for 2026 1:51 – Lessons Learned & Honest Reflections 3:42 – Why Goals Fail & The Need for a Framework 5:33 – Setting Realistic and Inspiring Goals 7:24 – Focusing on What You Can Control 9:15 – Building Habits & Structuring Your Day 11:06 – Monthly Check-Ins & Staying Accountable 12:57 – Conclusion & Final Inspiration Share your 2026 goals in the comments and let's grow together! Subscribe to my newsletter: https://thegrowthlist.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's New Year's Eve, and I've been taking stock of everything 2025 threw my way and what I want 2026 to look like. There were plenty of ups and downs, but what didn't work has forced me to rethink how I lead. In this episode, I talk honestly about what's changing at AppSumo, what I've learned by getting closer to the work again, and why leadership right now looks very different than it did. In this conversation you'll enjoy 3 BIG things: Setting goals that actually change your behavior Going easier on yourself when things don't work out Resetting direction when you've drifted Enjoy these 3 things plus many nuggets along the way. My book Million Dollar Weekend is for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to start something without overthinking it. I break the process down into simple steps you can actually do in a weekend. I also send emails with my unfiltered thoughts on business, money, and life. People seem to like them. You can sign up at noahkagan.com and join 350k+ readers getting the good stuff each month.
Kritika Vashishtha has been pursuing a cure for jet lag and it's possible she's found the answer. The Canadian aerospace engineer recently invented a variety of light that fools human bodies into switching time zones while aboard an aircraft. She shows two IDEAS producers around her laboratory inside an airplane to explain how the process works. Kritika plans to direct her discoveries towards making space travel easier on astronauts. *This episode is part of our series Ideas from the Trenches, which showcases fascinating new work by Canadian PhD students. It originally aired on April 29, 2024.
This CANCER Full Moon meets up with Jupiter to expand what you want to grow---but this time you must have the right systems in place to support and protect those dreams through new beginnings of your values and actions.⬇️Becoming the Medicine https://www.nicolefrolick.com/becoming-the-medicine-s⬇️The 3-Day 180 Retreat (Feb 26th - Mar 1st, 2026)https://www.nicolefrolick.com/3-day-180-retreat⬇️Work With Nicole 1:1https://www.nicolefrolick.com/work-with-nicoleCONNECT w/ MARY Website: http://www.marydusina.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mary.dusina.7 IG: https://www.instagram.com/mary.dusina31 ⬇️Help save children from traffickinghttps://forthekids.life/nicole4v4crSUBSCRIBE & FOLLOWIf you're enjoying the show, please subscribe to iTunes and leave me a 5 star review! This is what helps the podcast stand out from the crowd and allows me to help people find a refreshing spin on spirituality with a great blend of entertainment and credible advice.Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/3wa5dnwjWebsite: http://nicolefrolick.com/Meditations: https://www.nicolefrolick.com/meditationsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nicolefrolickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolefrolick/Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@nicolefrolickSpotify: shorturl.at/fikF7iTunes: http://apple.co/2ve7DtETIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro1:22 Cancer Full Moon + January Astrology34:30 Mary's Psychic Vision40:00 Full Moon in Cancer 1:06:58 Aries1:12:30 Taurus1:17:38 Gemini1:20:24 Cancer1: 22:41 Leo1:24:59 Virgo1:27:41 Libra1:30:26 Scorpio1:33:05 Sagittarius1: 35:24 Capricorn1:37:13 Aquarius1:39:38 Pisces1:46:13 Year Ahead 2026 + QnA
In this episode, Michelle closes out 2025 with a reflective solo episode about change, resilience, and retail. She shares her move from California to Oregon, joining her local Downtown Business Association, lessons from closing stores, strategies for surviving tariffs and fast-forward retail changes, and plans for 2026 including writing a book and possibly opening a new store. Honest, practical advice for retailers facing hard choices—and encouragement to lean into new opportunities.We are doing our first-ever open call! You can submit your store or favorite store to be on the podcast because every store has a story behind it! Go to theretailwhorepodcast.com, click on SUBMIT YOUR STORE, fill out an easy form and we'll see you on the mic!What's inside:Why community involvement and small-town retail revitalization can be a meaningful next step (and how Michelle is getting involved in Medford's Downtown Business Association).Practical survival tactics for retailers: high/low buying, extending show time, cutting costs, pricing strategy amid tariffs, and where to find higher-margin merchandise.Personal stories and mindset: lessons from store closures, managing ego, protecting mental health, and embracing change (plus plans to write a book).Support the show
Hey Friend! I love the beginning of the year. All of the possibilities that could happen. All of the dreaming and goal setting and planning. It just lights me up! I lOVE IT! But if I'm not careful I can go overboard and it can easily turn into overwhelm. That is why today I want to walk you through 6 steps to help you with your yearly budget planning session. AND to make sure that you are doing it with and for God instead of leaning into your own strength because when you do these things alone, it is so much harder. So go get your drink, open your heart to God and I'll see you inside! Much Love Molly P.S. I want to invite you to grab some Budget Coaching. This is where I walk you through setting up your budget and coach you through sticking to it. To learn more, email me at mollybenell@gmail.com and let's get you out of the overwhelm and into confidence. . . . Next Steps: . Book a Call . Join The Community . Become an Insider . Questions? Email me at mollybenell@gmail.com . Resources: 124. Base Budgeting: The #1 Way to Live on Less and Save More
Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.Does your school need a reset on behavior after the break? January is the perfect time for principals to pause, reflect, and reset Tier 1 behavior supports—before small issues turn into daily fires. In this episode of The Principal's Handbook, Barb Flowers walks you through how to treat January like a fresh start for behavior systems, even though it's midyear.Barb shares real examples from her own school, practical PBIS-aligned strategies, and mindset shifts that help principals move from reactive discipline to proactive systems. If behavior is consuming your day and keeping you from leading the way you want to, this episode will help you start the new year with clarity, consistency, and confidence.Get the Free PBIS Tier 1 Toolkit.Get my course, The Tier 1 Behavior Blueprint.
Episode Notes On this week's episode of Orange Juice Optional, Suzanne and Michelle reflect back on the year 2025. As you'll hear, this episode isn't about perfection or resolutions. It's about acknowledging what worked, what didn't, and what surprised us along the way. Suzanne and Michelle reflect on the highs, the challenges, and the small moments that ended up meaning the most, offering honest conversation, laughter, and perspective as the year comes to a close. As they step into the New Year, the focus shifts to keeping an open mind, releasing expectations, and embracing a softer approach to what's ahead. Instead of pressure or rigid goals, this year's mantra is simple and grounding: we'll see. We'll see what unfolds. We'll see what feels right. We'll see where the next chapter brings. So settle in and join Suzanne and Michelle as they wish everyone a Happy New Year! Cheers everyone!! We'll see you in 2026. For more information about this podcast, please visit the following locations: Orange Juice Optional (Facebook & Instagram) www.spirituallysituated.com Email: orangejuiceoptional@gmail.com Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcast info@nextdaypodcast.com
This episode feels like sitting across the table from us at the end of a long year... coffee going cold, passports still dusty, calendars already filling back up.Jared and I walk through the heart of our Arkansas Wedding Photographer blog and use it as a launch point to reminisce on 2025: the travel, the work, the moments that surprised us, and the ones that quietly shaped who we're becoming. But more than that, this conversation is about something bigger... how we're actively painting a picture of who we are in real time, without letting either success or complacency steal our creativity and joy.We talk honestly about resisting autopilot, protecting curiosity, and choosing intention over rinse-and-repeat.Along the way, we keep coming back to a few questions that feel especially important right now:“Can we not rinse and repeat our whole year?”“Can we celebrate the good things?”“Sometimes it's important to reset the WHY.”This episode is part reflection, part permission slip, and part reminder that growth doesn't have to mean losing yourself. Whether you're a photographer, creative, or just someone trying to build a meaningful life alongside meaningful work—this one's for you.LINKS & RESOURCES
Happy New Year, everyone! We can't believe 2026 is almost here! It's a new year with new goals. We're recapping what actually happened this year: the wins we're proud of, the moments that surprised us, and the lessons we didn't see coming. For 2026, we're setting realistic goals that actually stick and talking about how to approach the new year with clarity instead of chaos. Thanks to our Sponsors: Sign up as a VIP and get 80% go to Fabletics.com/ADVICE Follow the Podcast on Insta: https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceInsta Follow the Podcast on TikTok: https://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdviceTikTok Follow Ashley: https://www.instagram.com/ashnichole/ Follow Taryne: https://www.instagram.com/tarynerenee/ Become a premium subscriber today at https://bit.ly/UAPodcastSupercast To watch our podcast on YouTube: http://bit.ly/UAPodcastYouTube Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/UnsolicitedAdvicePodcast To send us your questions/stories, email us at: AdviceUnsolicitedPod@gmail.com To check out our UA MERCH: https://bit.ly/unsolicitedadvicemerchandise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, I'm talking all about implementing classroom routines as we head into the second semester. This time of year can feel exciting and overwhelming all at once, especially when we realize we're already halfway through the school year with our students. I share why routines matter so much—particularly in upper elementary—and how they create predictability, calm, and valuable “white space” that allows students to focus their energy on learning instead of figuring out what to do.I walk through a clear, five-step process for teaching routines in a way that actually sticks. We start by getting clear on the routine and its purpose, then explicitly teaching it, modeling it (both the right and wrong way), practicing with feedback, and finally reinforcing and resetting as needed. I explain why slowing down during the implementation phase is so important, even when it feels tedious, and how that upfront investment pays off later with smoother days and a more focused literacy block.I also share encouragement for those moments when routines inevitably break down. Resetting a routine doesn't mean you failed—it means your students need a reminder, more practice, or clearer expectations. With consistency, clarity, and intentional practice, routines will eventually become second nature, helping your classroom run more smoothly and giving you more energy for the parts of teaching you love most. As you head back into your classroom, remember that strong routines aren't built in a day—but they are worth the time it takes to build them well.Join us in the Stellar Literacy Collective Membership: stellarteacher.com/join!Sign up for my FREE private podcast, the Confident Writer Systems Series, here!Sign up for my FREE Revision Made Easy email series here!Follow me on Instagram @thestellarteachercompany.To check out all of the resources from this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.stellarteacher.com/episode285.Mentioned in this episode:Join us for the Routine Reset.Learn more about the Stellar Teacher Routine Reset PD Pack and resource deals: stellarteacher.com/reset
The adrenaline has crashed. The wrapping paper is cleared away. But are your shoulders still up by your ears?Welcome to a special Boxing Day edition of the Calming Anxiety Podcast. Today, we aren't just trying to "think positive thoughts."We are going deeper. We are using Somatic Release Therapy to manually turn off the body's stress response after the intensity of the holidays.In just 10 minutes, we will guide you through a physical "un-storing" of the last 48 hours. This session is designed to metabolize the residual adrenaline, flush out cortisol, and signal safety to your brain through your body.In this episode, you will learn:The Body Scan: How to locate your "armor"—the physical tension hiding in your jaw, tongue, and shoulders.Somatic Shaking: Why "flicking" your hands and shaking your limbs is the fastest way to dislodge static anxiety and metabolize stress hormones.The Heel Drop Technique: Using impact and vibration to send a shockwave of relaxation up the spine.Progressive Muscle Relaxation: teaching your muscles the distinct difference between "On" (tension) and "Off" (relaxation) through deep squeezing and releasing.Vagus Nerve Activation: Using specific breath counts (Inhale 4, Exhale 8) to trigger the parasympathetic nervous system and surrender to gravity.Perfect for:Relieving "Holiday Burnout" and social exhaustion.Anyone physically feeling the effects of the "Fight or Flight" response.Resetting your sleep cycle after the festive disruption.You do not need a yoga mat or activewear. You can do this in your pajamas, on the floor, or in a chair. It's time to stop serving, stop organizing, and simply be a heavy object on the earth.
Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!Excel Still More Journal - AmazonNew GENESIS Daily Bible Devotional!Daily Bible Devotional Series - AmazonSponsors: Spiritbuilding Publishers Website: www.spiritbuilding.comTyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide MortgageWebsites: https://statewidemortgage.com/https://tylercain.floify.com/Phone: 813-380-8487Looking back on 2025:What was GREAT - Great in the moment, great in your memories, and constructive for your future. We need much more of that! What was GOOD - It didn't check all the boxes, but it had some redeemable qualities. What was BAD - I'm not exactly talking about sinful things, we know those have to go. But what about choices that are amoral but just don't check any boxes? Clarity on these three lists can help you use what has happened (2025) to best plan for what is coming (2026).OKAY, to the List! Here are the first three:1. Resetting the Heart: Return to Your First LoveQuestions:When was your love for God the strongest?What has changed in your life?Has God changed, and why does that matter?Exercises:Pick a Gospel and read a chapter a day, focusing on the love of God for man and the love of Jesus for people.Restart one spiritual habit from a time when your faith felt strongest.Spend a few minues a day thanking God specifically for His love for you. 2. Focusing More on God: Removing DistractionsQuestions:Do you remember when it was God above all else?How is happiness in Christ better than joy in distractions?What is the most invasive distraction?Exercises:Identify your biggest distraction and minimize it for a full week.Begin each morning with prayer and Scripture before the phone.Schedule a two minute afternoon checkup to assess time usage for the day.3. Attitude of Thankfulness: Daily GratitudeQuestions: What are you most thankful for in your life?What other things have obscured your view?How is there room for both in your life with proper perspective?Exercises:Choose one thing daily and practice level three gratitudeTell one person each day something you appreciate about themEnd each night with a prayer that exclusively offers thanks to God