Podcasts about restlessness

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With the release of Christopher Nolan's adaptation of the Odyssey, it seems like everyone's been talking about a 3,000-year-old epic again. But my guest thinks this ancient tale offers a framework for understanding our modern lives that you probably haven't heard before.Patrick Deneen is a professor of political science and the author of American Odyssey. Today on the show, Patrick argues that Odysseus embodies a tension that has defined the human experience, and especially the American experience: we're both home-seeking and exploring, rooted and restless. We long to settle down somewhere, yet we're equally driven to push beyond the horizon in search of something new. Patrick shares how Alexis de Tocqueville made this observation about our country two centuries ago, how Odysseus navigates the temptation to become both more than human and less than human, and the surprising act Patrick thinks is the most heroic thing Odysseus does. We end our conversation with the idea that having a home can give us the confidence to explore, or as David Brooks put it, "All of life is a series of daring explorations from a secure base."Resources Related to the PodcastAoM Article: 3 Lessons From Homer's OdysseyAoM Podcast #337: What Homer's Odyssey Can Teach Us TodayDemocracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville"Ulysses" by Alfred, Lord TennysonConnect With Patrick DeneenPatrick's faculty pagePatrick's websiteAmerican Odyssey's page on Creed and Culture's website0:00 Intro & sponsor plugs0:41 Patrick Deneen's American Odyssey & Nolan's film2:28 Nolan's changes to Odysseus's character4:56 Dante's Odysseus in hell7:33 Why Odyssey keeps drawing Patrick back13:02 The most American text: home-seeking vs exploring17:15 Tocqueville's restless Americans20:03 Restlessness as source of American unhappiness21:03 Odysseus vs the temptation to be more/less than human26:14 That temptation in modern American life31:26 Odysseus's underworld talk with Achilles39:41 What today's Americans can take from that41:24 Does Odysseus stay home? The "sequels" to The Odyssey45:49 Home as the foundation for risk-taking and adventure51:14 Where to find the bookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our lives are filled with stress and busyness, and feel far from the rest of the Garden. The Fall has cursed our world and corrupted our hearts in ways that leave us restless in this world.

Ruth pursues faithfulness and Boaz secures rest.

I am not sure why I am so much more likely to talk about the mind blowing mystical experiences I have had, when I am a guest on other people's podcasts, rather than here on my own podcast! I always find it extremely activating to hear about people's spiritual experiences and encounters, and yet I don't often think to talk about my own. But I'm thinking about it now, so that is what I will be talking about when I go live today! In this livestream, I (Kara Goodwin, host of Soul Elevation) share a profound mystical experience from a few years ago, where I perceived a higher aspect of myself I refer to as my "Creator Being" and witnessed how the human or ego self communicates with that part of us that creates our reality/lived experience. The communication did not happen through words, as I might have expected. But, it was incredibly natural and "easy," and it made absolute sense in that higher state of consciousness. This experience challenged my expectations about what the Higher Self might look like (if, indeed, this is what we would consider the "Higher Self" - it may have been beyond the Higher Self) and opened a deeper understanding of manifestation, spiritual awakening, judgment, shame, and karma. In this livestream, I'll talk about: How consciousness shapes the reality we experience What this mystical experience revealed about the Higher Self/"Creator Self" How the ego or human self communicates beyond language with the part of us that is creating our reality Reframing judgment and shame  A new way to understand karma How I saw that we are always consciously participate in creating our reality This is an open exploration of higher consciousness, mystical experience, manifestation, and spiritual awakening.  Resources mentioned in this episode:  Mindful Pregnancy Collection: https://www.karagoodwin.com/pregnancy-collection  Book, Your Authentic Awakening: https://amzn.to/45bCcAK  Subscribe to Soul Elevation with Kara Goodwin for conversations about spiritual awakening, higher consciousness, energy healing, cosmic wisdom, past lives, shamanic wisdom, and the mysteries of human transformation. https://www.soulelevationpodcast.com/follow 

Restlessness, dissatisfaction, the feeling that you're somehow in the wrong life... what is life telling you? Most people spend their entire lives asking the wrong question: 'What should I do?' The soul sees things differently. Until you shift your perspective, you are going to keep coming up against the same problems when it comes to your purpose. There's a reason spiritual teachers call it the 'dark night of the soul', and it almost always traces back to the same root cause. Today we're going to talk about what that is, and what to do about it." In this LIVE episode of Soul Elevation with Kara Goodwin, we explore one of the most powerful and fundamental questions you can ask: Does everyone have a life purpose? And what  actually happens when you don't live yours? We'll dive into: ✨ Does every soul arrive with a unique life purpose? ✨ How to know if you're already living your purpose ✨ What happens energetically, emotionally, and spiritually when you resist your calling ✨ Whether living your purpose is a requirement, and what the cost of ignoring it might be ✨ How to begin finding your purpose if you feel completely lost Handprint analysis episode with Richard Unger: https://www.soulelevationpodcast.com/251-discovering-your-lifes-purpose-a-profoundly-accurate-system-richard-unger/ ─────────────────────────────

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Message from Mark Buchanan on July 12, 2026

Oh wow, there is SO MUCH shifting happening right now — health, sense of self, closest relationships. July was predicted to be intense, and I know it is following through everywhere I look.  Humanity is experiencing a profound collective spiritual awakening, and it's showing up in completely different ways for each of us. What looks on the outside as misfortune or rather unexpected change is showing us something much bigger about what is happening in the collective. Some are navigating health crises or profound loss. Others are going through a complete identity transformation and questioning who they are at the core. Still others are watching relationships end or unexpectedly begin. At first glance, these look like separate struggles. But what if they're all the same thing? In this Live, I'm exploring: - The ascension symptoms showing up as health, identity & relationship shifts - Why we're ALL inside this collective spiritual transformation right now - How I'm personally experiencing it and the opportunities it is setting off - The profound levels of creative inspiration that emerge when you lean into transition  If life has been shaking everything loose lately, there's a reason, and it's huge.

Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart discuss the concept of restlessness with licensed marriage and family therapist Kristen Mosier. The conversation delves into how restlessness affects personal and professional lives, and Kristen shares insights from her book, "Restless: How to Stop Living an If Only Life." Key themes include identifying and aligning with personal values, the impact of restlessness in relationships, and practical steps for being more present. Kristen also explores how to channel restlessness positively and achieve satisfaction by making value-aligned decisions. This episode is insightful for entrepreneurs and anyone seeking personal growth. Connect with Kristen at https://www.kristenmosierlmft.com/ Get her Book: Restless: How to Stop Living an If-Only Life ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network   00:00 Insights from a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 03:26 Understanding Restlessness and Aligning Life with Personal Values 09:02 The Importance of Singular Focus for Being Present 10:51 Balancing Restlessness and Satisfaction in Personal Growth 16:51 Understanding and Practicing Personal and Business Values 19:24 Understanding Relational Restlessness and Self-Evaluation in Relationships 23:18 Technical Glitches and Bob's Eventful Podcast Experience 25:13 Embracing Acceptance Over Control in Emotional Challenges 29:36 Balancing Personal Growth and Career Focus with ADHD 32:17 Embrace Personal Satisfaction Over Constantly Optimizing Your Life

This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from myself, Dr. Robin. "Restlessness can be the beginning of clarity. And for me, restlessness became before the decision. It came before I could explain. It came before I knew what I would do next. It was just there, beneath the surface, unsettled, trying to get my attention." Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: If you've ever found yourself questioning a career that looks successful on paper but feels different on the inside, this episode will help you understand why meaningful work isn't always aligned work—and why that distinction matters. You'll hear the deeply personal story that first made me realize I wasn't simply exhausted from my work as a social worker. I was beginning to recognize that something essential was missing, even though I cared deeply about the people I served. You'll learn three lessons that can help you recognize the signs of misalignment in your own career, understand what your restlessness may be trying to tell you, and begin making decisions that honour both your purpose and who you truly are. I'm Dr. Robin, creator of the PurposeMAKER™ philosophy and host of Leadership Purpose with Dr. Robin. I help high-achieving women close the Purpose Gap by making career and leadership decisions that reflect who they are, so they can create lives and work filled with greater meaning, purpose, and fulfillment. Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast   Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Matthew plays thief to his own empty room as he wrestles with restlessness and whether trying to scratch that perpetual itch is a futile attempt to take empty space, or reaching out and grabbing the loot that makes life worth living. Also! Fresh haiku snapshots of our recent trip to Japan. Can the photographs that steal our souls also make us more present? Is Zen a zoo of ideas trapped in a cage of avoiding its true nature? How do we know our personal Zen craze isn't just another phase?? Find out here!

Hello, Beautiful...I'm so grateful you're here with me. This 8 hour sleep meditation is designed to calm anxiety, quiet overthinking, and ease restlessness before bed. Gentle guidance helps relax your nervous system and create a sense of safety and peace. Stay supported throughout the night as you drift into deep, restorative sleep. Love,

(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) In this talk, Aishah Shahidah Simmons explores the Buddha's teaching on the Five Hindrances — Sensual Desire, Ill Will, Sloth and Torpor, Restlessness and Worry, and Doubt — drawing on the Saṅgārava Sutta's water similes, the lineage of Sayagyi U Bha Kin through Rev. Dr. Leon E. Wright, and the words of Toni Cade Bambara and Audre Lorde. Offered through a BIPOC lens on Juneteenth, this teaching invites recognizing the hindrances with tenderness, not self-judgment, as a lifetime's practice toward liberation.

Listen to this week's sermon, Subversive Spirituality preached by Rev. Benjamin Kandt from Psalm 62.

We all know what it feels like to chase something we think will finally make us happy. A new achievement, a new possession, a new desire. But sometimes the things we pursue leave us more empty than fulfilled. Like Judas, we can become so restless searching for more that we miss the peace right in front of us.Restlessness can lead us down paths we never intended to take. It can leave behind guilt, brokenness, and a constant feeling that something is missing. But the good news is Jesus does not turn away from broken people. He meets us in our mess and offers something the world never can: true peace, forgiveness, and rest.In this message, discover how Jesus can break the cycle of chasing temporary things and lead you into a life of lasting contentment found only in Him.Subscribe to Our Channel! New to LifeRock? Click here: liferockchurch.org/get-connectedTo support this ministry and help us reach people in our community. Click here: liferockchurch.org/giveDo you need someone to pray for you? We will pray for you. Click here: liferockchurch.org/online-prayerFollow: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeRockColumbiaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifeRockChurchX: https://www.x.com/LifeRockChurch

“We don't go to other planets because our planet is dying. Our planet dies, specifically because we perpetually want to go somewhere else.” Fresh off of the Initial Public Offering of Space X, the largest IPO in human history, it's worth revisiting the deeper implications of humanity's incessant drive... beyond. Today on the podcast, we look at humanity's increasing obsession with transcending planet Earth, in the context of the mythologies of human restlessness. How human beings, whether through certain religious visions of transcendence or through the increasing transhuman and supernatural focus of modern science, are ultimately looking to be anywhere but right here, with ourselves, in nature. This misplaced spiritual drive, in which we perpetually seek wholeness out there when wholeness ultimately lives right here, has been the subject of some of our most central stories about ourselves. Many in fact, have seen it as… a primordial curse.Support the show

Midlife is not always a crisis. Sometimes, it is a sacred soul awakening. In this episode, Dr. Judith explores the midlife shift many women feel but do not always know how to name — the moment when the life that once fit no longer feels the same. Through the stories of Claire and Rebecca, she explains how midlife can reveal old identities, emotional baggage, and expectations the soul is ready to shed.This episode introduces the S.H.E.D. Practice: Still yourself before you escape, Hear what the restlessness is revealing, Examine what your soul has outgrown, and Discern the next faithful direction.If you have been feeling restless, unsettled, or quietly aware that something in your life no longer fits, this conversation offers a spiritually grounded way to understand what your soul may be asking you to release.Timestamps00:00 — Why midlife can feel like quicksand01:00 — The next Key to Soul Progress03:30 — Why midlife feels so unsettling07:30 — The soul question beneath the discomfort10:30 — Identity, emotional baggage, and expectations14:00 — Claire's story: being loved for what you hold together22:00 — Rebecca's story: old pain interpreting the present29:30 — Expectations as hidden attachments31:30 — The S.H.E.D. Practice36:00 — Why restlessness may be the messenger39:30 — Closing reflection

This commandment is not simply about adultery. It is about possessiveness. Comparison. Restlessness. The desire to possess what is not ours.

Welcome to a new episode of Spark of Awareness, continuing the series on the six human needs.If you missed the previous episode, I encourage you to connect with it. Each of these needs carries both a constructive expression and a shadow expression. In leadership, these shadows inevitably appear to varying degrees, and when they remain unconscious, they can hinder growth, decision-making, and long-term impact.Today, we explore the second human need: variety and uncertainty.This need reflects the desire for change, novelty, stimulation, unpredictability, adventure, risk, and new experiences. It is the drive toward what is unknown and evolving.If you recognize this in yourself, it is worth examining honestly.The Need for Variety in LeadershipPersonally, this need has been very present in my own life.I have often been drawn to new projects, new experiences, and new environments that create a sense of renewed energy. Repetition, long cycles, and sustained commitment have at times felt difficult.At its extreme, this pattern can lead to restlessness and a constant search for change. Without awareness, it can manifest in premature exits from teams, companies, or relationships — not necessarily because something is wrong, but because internal energy is pushing toward novelty.In hindsight, I can see moments where I was not responding to external reality, but to an internal need for change. Instead of understanding what was happening within me, I expressed it through external disruption.This pattern influences how things begin and end — projects, commitments, and relationships.The Shadow of Constant ChangeIn leadership, this need can become highly destabilizing.For example, in executives or founders, it may appear as constant shifts in direction — an ongoing pursuit of what feels new, exciting, or stimulating. However, what feels energizing for the individual is not always what a business requires.Organizations often need stability, consistency, and sustained execution. When leadership is driven primarily by novelty, it can create confusion and lack of grounding within teams.A key challenge is distinguishing between:* Necessary evolution* And personal preference for changeWithout this distinction, decision-making becomes reactive rather than strategic.Restlessness and the Creation of ChaosThis need can also express itself through intensity.When there is no clear channel for novelty or stimulation, it may manifest as unnecessary complexity, conflict, or even chaos. Situations become more complicated than they need to be, not because of external conditions, but because internal energy seeks movement.In some cases, this creates artificial urgency — a sense that something must be fixed, solved, or disrupted in order to feel alive.In business environments, this can be particularly damaging, especially where discipline, clarity, and consistency are required.Instability and Lack of CommitmentWhen the need for variety dominates, it often leads to instability.There can be a resistance to planning, structure, or long-term commitment. This pattern is also visible in broader society, where commitment in work, relationships, and long-term projects is increasingly fragile.In a leadership context, this becomes a barrier to mastery. Growth requires repetition, patience, and sustained focus. Without that, execution becomes fragmented.Another shadow expression is addiction to novelty: constantly starting new things while rarely completing them.This leads to scattered energy and unfinished potential.The Cost of Unchanneled EnergyAt the core, this is not a lack of energy — it is often the opposite. Too much energy.Many people with this pattern have significant internal energy, creativity, and drive. The challenge is not generating energy, but directing it.When it is not consciously channeled, it tends to fragment:* too many projects* constant restarting* unresolved commitments* loss of continuityInstead of creating value, the energy disperses.The key question becomes: how do you channel energy into creation rather than disruption?Awareness and Rechanneling EnergyThe first step is awareness: recognizing the pattern without judgment.Personally, I noticed a tendency to start many projects but struggle to sustain them. Over time, I learned that consistency itself is a discipline — not a limitation of creativity.The practice is not to suppress this energy, but to contain and redirect it.When restlessness arises, the first step is not immediate action. It is observation. Sitting with the energy without reacting to it.Often, nothing needs to be done immediately. The body may feel agitated, but the system stabilizes when the impulse is not instantly acted upon.Once the intensity settles, the energy can be redirected into something constructive:* writing* reflecting* creating* consolidating vision* refining directionThe goal is not to eliminate movement, but to transform it into intentional creation.Separating Expression from ResponsibilityOne important practice has been learning where expression belongs.Creative exploration, experimentation, and self-expression are valuable — but they are not always appropriate in every context.For example, in coaching or leadership environments, the role is not self-expression, but service. The focus is on the needs of others, not internal impulses.This separation is essential.Without it, personal energy can unconsciously influence spaces that require neutrality, clarity, and presence.The same applies to leadership in organizations: personal excitement should not override what the system actually needs.A useful question becomes:Is this decision serving the business, or serving my own need for stimulation?If it is the latter, it may belong elsewhere.Channeling Energy Outside of WorkWhen personal expression is needed, it is important to give it a proper outlet outside professional responsibilities.This may include creative practices, movement, or environments where expression is held safely and does not impact others' work or expectations.This separation allows leadership spaces to remain stable, while personal energy still has room to flow.Both needs can coexist — but they must be held in the right contexts.Closing Practice: Working with Restless EnergyTo close, I invite a simple meditation practice centered on this theme.Sit comfortably and bring attention to your breath.Observe your internal state without attempting to change it.Notice where energy is present in the body:* the chest* the belly* the mind* the breathSimply observe.As you continue breathing, notice how the energy shifts. In many cases, it begins to regulate on its own.Some areas soften. Some tension releases. A sense of grounding emerges naturally.This practice does not require effort — only awareness.When restlessness appears in daily life, return to this observation. Sit with it before acting.Then, if needed, journal:* What is this energy asking for?* Where does it want to go?* How can it be directed constructively?Over time, this builds the ability to transform raw energy into intentional creation.Closing ReflectionThe need for variety is not a problem.In its healthy form, it brings creativity, innovation, and movement. In its shadow form, it creates instability, fragmentation, and unnecessary disruption.The work is not to remove this energy, but to learn how to channel it.Next week, we continue with the third human need: significance — the need for recognition and being seen

#149: On today's episode, founder of fashion brand Brule, Kenzie Burke, jumps on the podcast for a vulnerable conversation around mental health, emotional extremes, identity wounds, and the importance of staying true to your purpose.Kenzie opens up about struggling with her mental health from a young age, going viral and creating immense success to losing herself in entrepreneurship, and eventually being forced to confront her deepest fear: bankruptcy. The girls unpack shame, emotional instability, validation, purpose, and how sometimes hitting rock bottom becomes the very thing that allows you to rebuild your life in a more honest and authentic way.The girls get into:struggling with mental health and emotional extremesgoing viral young and making half a million dollars in 3 monthsentrepreneurship, instability, and losing yourself in successpanic, anxiety, shame, and emotional burnoutwhy bankruptcy became the most healing experience of Kenzie's lifeidentity wounds and constantly seeking external validationthe difference between acting from authenticity versus acting from woundsthe pressure to “have it all together” in the age of social medialearning how to trust yourself instead of outsourcing your worth to other peoplechasing emotional highs vs healing the rootwhy slowing down can feel terrifyingemotional rock bottoms and rebuilding your lifebravery, risk taking, purpose, and fear of mediocrityrelationships, settling, and building a life that actually adds value& MORE!This episode is for anyone navigating emotional extremes, shame & self-worth wounds, or the uncomfortable process of rebuilding yourself after realizing the life you built no longer feels aligned with who you truly are.CONNECT BELOW:follow Kenzie ⁠here⁠follow Brule hereshop Brule hereCONNECT with HAN:follow Han ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow HOW I SEE IT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow Han on Substack ⁠here⁠watch HOW I SEE IT on YouTube ⁠here⁠shop the podcast merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠work with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com00:00 – Introduction02:22 – Struggling with mental health from a young age03:25 – “Tortured artist” tendencies & emotional extremes04:14 – Why purpose felt so important07:04 – Going viral & making half a million dollars in 3 months07:57 – Entrepreneurship, identity, & losing herself in success08:42 – Why success stopped feeling aligned09:30 – How entrepreneurship destroyed her self confidence12:58 – Money insecurity, instability, & emotional stress14:16 – Filing for bankruptcy & confronting her deepest fear15:04 – Why bankruptcy became the most healing experience of her life17:10 – Being forced to slow down & face yourself20:12 – Sometimes the best way to find yourself is to get lost21:00 – Authenticity vs acting from wounds21:30 – Feeling unseen as a child & seeking validation22:00 – Learning to trust herself instead of outsourcing her worth24:36 – Chasing emotional highs & trying to “feel something”24:58 – Finding peace in emotional stability instead of extremes26:30 – Why chasing the high never heals the root28:35 – Restlessness, bravery, & fear of mediocrity28:50 – Why slowing down can feel terrifying29:27 – Different forms of bravery31:00 – Knowing when you need to take the risk33:55 – Relationships, standards, & refusing to settle

In Episode #248 of Moped Outlaws, Marc and Greg welcome traveler, writer, and storyteller Melissa Rodway for a wide-ranging conversation about adventure, identity, resilience, and the deep emotional pull of travel. Melissa shares how a childhood spent living in rural Australia helped shape her lifelong curiosity about the world and explains why travel has always […]

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Ecclesiastes 5:8–6:12 - exposes the emptiness of trusting in government, money, possessions, or achievement to give lasting meaning. Solomon shows that wealth and success often increase anxiety rather than peace, and a life spent chasing more can still leave the soul unsatisfied. Even under God's sovereignty, human choices still matter, and people remain responsible for how they live and what they pursue. Instead of building life around endless striving, Solomon points toward a quieter rhythm of flourishing: enjoy meals with others, work faithfully, accept your limits, and practice gratitude. True joy is found not in prestige or accumulation, but in receiving everyday life as a gift from God, marked by contentment, meaningful work, shared community, and thankfulness toward the Giver of every good thing.

This episode continues our series on the aubade (a morning love song) with a dramatic turn. Larkin reinvents the tradition as waking to the fact that every new day brings a person one day closer to death. To see the tradition that Larkin reimagines, see our previous episode on John Donne, "The Sun Rising." For the text of Larkin's "Aubade" see the Poetry Foundation. For more on Larkin, see the Poetry Foundation. Thanks to Farrar, Straus, and Giroux, as well as Faber and Faber, for permission to read Larkin's "Aubade" for this episode. Photo by Barry Wilkinson/Radio Times via Getty Images

Father Tom McCarthy joins Patrick to discuss the First Year with Pope Leo (2:35) Where was Father McCarthy when Pope Leo was Elected? (5:51) what makes Pope Leo ideal for the role as the Holy Father? Restlessness of saint Augustine. Pope Leo’s role as a leader before being pope. (19:00) Rosa - I am so blessed. I'm 85 years old. I want to say we have a man of God. He tells the truth and that's what we all need to set us free. Loving kind. (20:32) Break 1 Clay - Wonderful we have an American Pope. I met Fr. Tom. I'm a convert to the faith. (24:49) Sandy - I admire the fact that he made it clear that he's not a political leader, he's a religious leader seeking peace at all costs. (32:32) Joseph - My experience...I'm a diesel mechanic. We had a tv in the shop at the time. Waiting for the shop. Saw smoke when it happened. Amazing thing was when he came out is that it's an American Pope. Everyone was joyous and happy. Not all of my co-workers are catholic and it was good to see this. (38:35) Break 2 Pope Leo’s message of peace. (45:06) Daniella - My husband and I are from Peru. We'd like to say he's a good man. We don't know him in person, but saw his mission in Peru. We're 3rd order Augustinians. Moved to California now. We lived in Lima (46:31) Pope Leo at the bank shows his humility.

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In this episode, we're bringing the thought of Augustine into the conversation with the help of Autumn Ridenour, the author of Restlessness and Belonging: Augustinian Wisdom for the Digital Empire. We explore this concept of a digital empire for thinking about the dangers and possibilities of A.I. and social media in ways that parallel what the Roman Empire was to St Augustine.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 11 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Restlessness appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Luang Por Sumedho gave this Dhamma talk on 11 March 2026 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in the UK. The post Restlessness appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

Ecclesiastes 4 sketches a sobering picture of life under the sun, touching on oppression, envy, work, and isolation. Solomon observes that injustice can become so severe that it makes existence itself feel unbearable, a reality still echoed in modern forms of exploitation and suffering. The response begins in the heart by confronting bitterness, then moves outward through action and advocacy against wrong. He also exposes three distorted approaches to work: envy-driven striving that robs joy, laziness that erodes life, and relentless ambition that gains success at the cost of relationships. Each path, in its own way, leads to emptiness. In contrast, Solomon highlights the strength found in companionship, where people support, protect, and sustain one another through life's hardships. True presence—simply showing up and carrying burdens together—becomes a powerful antidote to isolation. He also elevates wisdom above status or age, noting that experience alone does not guarantee insight. Wisdom grows through learning, receiving counsel, and humbly seeking God's guidance. Regularly asking for wisdom reshapes daily decisions, keeping a person grounded, relationally connected, and aligned with what truly matters.

He has made everything appropriate in its time. He has also set eternity in their heart, without the possibility that mankind will find out the work which God has done from the beginning even to the end. Ecclesiastes 3:11Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it actually mean to be content? In this episode of Take Heart, Cory Wing unpacks the biblical truth that real, lasting contentment is not found in circumstances, success, or possessions—but in Christ alone.Walking through Philippians 4, Matthew 6, and other key passages, this episode reframes what it means to say “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” It's not about achieving your dreams—it's about being satisfied in Christ whether in abundance or in need.If you've struggled with comparison, restlessness, or the feeling that something is always missing, this message is for you.True contentment isn't found in having enough—it's found in having Christ.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

A quick announcement: We will be recording our 100th episode LIVE in San Francisco on May 8th at 7pm. Poet Rachel Richardson will join us for a conversation about the legitimacy of motherhood as a serious topic for artists, academics and writers. We have room for 80 people, and we'd love to have you there. Click here to get your ticket! In this episode, author Julia Cooke joins Sarah and Miranda to discuss her new book, Starry and Restless: Three Women Who Changed Work, Writing, and the World, and how it made us think differently about maternal ambivalence, the woman's gaze, and the relationship between work, adventure, and motherhood, as well as bring us much-needed images of raising young children in a world that is rapidly descending into fascism.Links: * Starry and Restless by Julia Cooke* Joan Crillo* China To Me by Emily Hahn* Rebecca West* Martha Gellhorn* Moms Gone Wild (The Cut) * Nina McLaughlin Hammer Head* How It Feels To Be Alive by Megan O'Grady* Queen Mab by Emily McBrideIf you love the work we do, please consider becoming a ✨paid subscriber✨ on substack. Paid subscribers get access to everything behind the paywall, like subscriber-only episodes, book reviews and more. Or, support us by following, sharing or reviewing our show here and everywhere else you listen to podcasts you love. Thank you!Visit our Bookshop storefront to find all the books we've mentioned here and in previous episodes. When you shop there, we get a small affiliate fee (thank you!).You can follow the podcast on Instagram (@themotherofitall). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit motherofitall.substack.com/subscribe

Aries season marks the beginning of a new astrological year — a return of instinct, clarity and forward movement.In this episode, I explore the foundations of Aries through its element, modality, ruler and house, and why this season often brings the urge to begin again. We talk about momentum, boundaries, life-force energy, and the essential lesson Aries comes to teach us before anything else can unfold.This is an invitation to trust what's stirring inside you — and take the first honest step forward. WE COVER:+ Aries energy foundations (it's element, ruling planet, symbol, house and more)+ What the modalities are in astrology and the rhythm they create + The significance of Aries being a cardinal fire sign+ The conscious momentum that Aries ignites this season+ Aries redraws boundaries and highlights what we no longer tolerate+ Awakening INSTINCT and inviting us to live, act and respond with less thinking and more gut-reaction+ What feelings such as Restlessness, Impatience, Frustration, Irritability and Anger are revealing this season+ Why it's time to take deliberate, unwavering action toward your heart and visionPlus so much more.EPISODE RESOURCES:Episode: Making Good Soil in the Darkness: Weaving Aries Season & Autumn Energy with Kerryn TrishaDon' forget to Subscribe, Rate & Review my loves!Thanks for listening as always xx

This presentation by Lezlie Laws continues a series of talks reviewing the elements of the Satipatthana Sutta, the Four Foundations of Mindfulness Discourse.  Restlessness and Worry, commonly known as one of the Five Hindrances, has two characteristics: restlessness, a felt sense of scattered, agitated attention, and worry, the story that accompanies the agitation, seeming to justify and make the hindrance stronger and more controlling of attention.  Lezlie offers suggestions for setting this hindrance aside, cultivating a more serene and open-minded flow of consciousness.

Why does everything suddenly feel like ADHD?Difficulty focusing. Procrastination. Emotional overwhelm. Restlessness. Brain fog.Scroll through social media and you'll find endless videos telling you these are signs of ADHD—or trauma, or anxiety. And for many people, those descriptions feel accurate.But here's the problem:These symptoms overlap across multiple conditions.In this episode, we take a step back and examine what's really going on.Because what looks like ADHD may actually be something else entirely:– chronic anxiety– trauma-driven hypervigilance– sleep deprivation– stress overload– or even learned patterns from family and relationshipsWe break down why ADHD, PTSD, and anxiety disorders can look nearly identical on the surface—and why getting the cause right matters more than matching a label.We also address a growing cultural shift:Diagnosis is no longer happening in the clinic—it's happening online.Short-form content has made mental health more accessible, but it has also created a rise in what clinicians call “diagnosis shopping”—searching for the label that feels most validating rather than the one that best explains the symptoms.This episode explores:– Why ADHD should often be diagnosed last, not first– How psychiatric diagnosis is actually a process of exclusion– The difference between symptoms and causes– How anxiety can be learned and transmitted from parent to child—or even between partners– Why some children are labeled instead of the environment being examined– The confusion between “little t” stress and true trauma– How ACE scores are often misunderstood– And why building an identity around a diagnosis can make treatment more difficultWe also take an honest look at modern psychiatry:In a system built on short visits and high demand, treatment often becomes symptom-driven rather than cause-driven. Medication can help—but only when it's targeting the right problem.At its core, this episode is about one idea:Symptoms are easy to recognize. Causes are much harder to identify.And good mental health care depends on understanding the difference.If you've ever wondered whether your diagnosis is actually correct—or if you're treating the right problem—this episode will challenge the way you think about mental health.Key Takeaway:Psychiatric diagnoses are tools for treatment, not identities. The goal isn't to collect labels—it's to understand what's actually driving your symptoms.Psychiatryhousecalls.com

What happens when success no longer feels like success?In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Carolyn Linton shares her journey from a high-performing mortgage lender in the real estate industry to stepping into a life of purpose, clarity, and fulfillment.After spending over 20 years in real estate, working long hours, chasing deadlines, and helping others achieve their dreams, she reached a point where she felt completely disconnected from her own.This episode is not just about real estate.It's about burnout, identity, transformation, and the courage to listen to that quiet voice inside you that says there is more.Introduction & Guest Welcome (0:00)Carolyn's Background & Early Career (0:44)Burnout & Loss of Identity (2:08)Interest in Psychology & Career Detour (3:30)Career Success & The Big Short Era (5:16)Restlessness & The Grit Challenge (5:53)Self-Development & Self-Care Shift (6:43)Results of the Vision Project Practice (9:24)Awakening to a Bigger Purpose (10:20)Identity Shift & New Roles (12:30)Birth of The Vision Project (14:38)Vision Project Framework: Vision, Ground, Grow (15:20)Vision Board & Subconscious Focus (16:56)Inspired Action & Flow State (18:32)Unexpected Support & Synchronicity (20:01)Coaching & The 30-Day Transformation Challenge (22:36)Client Success Stories (24:16)Clarity & Experiential Growth (25:38)Flow State: What It Is & Isn't (27:10)Sustaining Flow & Community Support (31:11)Power of Retreats & Transformation (32:29)Surprises & The Magic of Attraction (34:36)Courage, Faith, and Overcoming Fear (36:08)Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance (38:41)Ireland Retreats & Corporate Applications (39:56)Retreat Details & Integration (42:57)Additional Resources & Newsletter (43:56)Closing & Contact Information (44:17)Inside this episode:• The hidden truth behind real estate burnout • What 80-hour work weeks really cost you • How shifting from “chasing” to “attracting” changes everything • The mindset behind high performance without stress • How to rebuild your life with clarity, purpose, and vision Whether you're a real estate agent, investor, entrepreneur, or someone feeling stuck in your career, this story will resonate with you.This is a conversation about redefining success.Full episodes available at:www.peoplenottitles.comAbout the Podcast:People, Not Titles is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to highlighting real stories, real journeys, and real success principles from professionals in real estate and business.Follow & Connect:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peoplenottitles Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peoplenottitles Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/sjkaempf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTv If this story resonated with you, comment below:"Do you feel stuck in your current career?"

The message opens with a call to daily prayer leading into Easter, connecting humble, united prayer with God's promise to bring healing. A story of a man leaving a high-paying but soul-draining job highlights a common struggle: many feel stuck in work that empties them. Ecclesiastes reminds us that work is both a gift and a burden, often marked by stress, dissatisfaction, and the fleeting nature of achievement. Yet there's a better way. When seen as a gift from God, work can carry meaning and even joy. Jesus' call in Gospel of Mark 8 reframes life—deny self, take up the cross, and follow Him—so work shapes character rather than identity. The takeaway: pursue excellence under God, honor rest, and let both hardship and effort form a life centered on Christ instead of endless striving.

Restlessness has a way of disguising itself as normal. Sometimes it looks like scrolling before we even get out of bed. Sometimes it looks like a packed calendar and a “successful” life that still feels hollow. Today we name that ache for what it is: acedia, the ancient spiritual struggle the early church called the noonday demon.We walk through the meaning of acedia as more than laziness. It is resistance to the demands of love, a heart that stops caring about the right things. Drawing from John Cassian and Thomas Aquinas, we explore why acedia can show up as total withdrawal or as hyper-productivity, and why our culture often praises the very pattern that keeps us spiritually numb. We talk about how acedia whispers, “If God loved you, you'd be somewhere else,” then pushes you toward distraction, avoidance, chronic dissatisfaction, and treating prayer, Scripture, generosity, and forgiveness like optional add-ons.Then we get practical. The historic cure is not more noise or a new escape plan. It is presence. It is forcing ourselves back into the “cell” of our real life, noticing the sun rise and set, and choosing gratitude that watches, waits, and remembers. Whether you feel stuck in your calling, checked out in your relationships, or unsure you're making a difference, this is an invitation to show up with your whole self and do what love requires right where God has you.My hope is that this podcast helps grow your faith and equips you to accomplish your dreams and goals!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookFollow me on TikTok

Jonathan McReynolds’ music has long created a space for reflection, faith, and real-time conversation with God. This weeks conversation goes beyond the songs — touching on faith, vulnerability, growth, and what it really means to walk with God in real time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are inside the field of the upcoming Solar Eclipse and the Saturn-Neptune conjunction, a rare pivotal week.On February 17, 2026, the Solar Eclipse at 28° Aquarius activates the North Node (the dragon's head), symbolizing appetite, growth, and evolutionary pull. In myth, the nodes were imagined as a dragon: the head hungry and grasping, the tail releasing and purging. When the eclipse aligns with the North Node, desire intensifies. Restlessness increases. The future presses forward.In Aquarius, that hunger becomes collective.We grow dissatisfied with outdated systems.We feel the strain of identities that no longer fit.We sense that the status quo cannot sustain what is coming.This eclipse also squares Uranus in Taurus — the Maverick-Awakener grounded in the material world. Vision must root. Innovation must sustain life. Revolution must be embodied.This New Moon Solar Eclipse is a preview of the larger Leo–Aquarius nodal shift later this year. The story of belonging, leadership, community, and collective responsibility is only beginning.And then we widen the lens.Saturn and Neptune are moving toward their conjunction on February 20th at 0° Aries — the very first degree of the zodiac. The last time these two met at this degree was nearly 6,000 years ago, during the dawn of early written language and formal calendar systems. Humanity was naming reality. Establishing shared agreements about time, meaning, and order.We are standing at a similar threshold.Saturn (structure, law, accountability) meets Neptune (vision, dissolution, transcendence). Together, they reset the boundary between what is real and what is imagined.We are renegotiating reality.Collectively, this may show up as institutions dissolving or restructuring, illusions surfacing, and new definitions of identity and authority emerging.Personally, this week may bring:Dissatisfaction without a clear replacementA call to build something meaningfulA quiet recognition that an old agreement has expiredA hunger for the future that must be guided with maturityThis is not a week for impulsive action.It is a week for orientation.Nearly 6,000 years ago, humans were deciding how to name the world.What are we naming now?Something is being written again.And you are not outside that story.Reflection Questions:Where in my life am I being asked to renegotiate what is “real” — based on lived truth rather than habit or fear? (Notice where old assumptions no longer fit, even if nothing external has fully changed yet.)What am I hungry for — and is that hunger aligned with integrity or urgency? (The North Node's appetite needs wise stewardship.)If I were naming my world anew from maturity rather than survival, what would I consciously call forward? (Think language, identity, agreements, roles.)Podcast Poem: Let Them Not Say by Jane HirshfieldSupport the showGo to Sheila's website for information for transformational resources: https://www.ontheedgesofchange.com/home-page This episode was co-created with generative AI, engaged as a soul-aligned ally in service of transformation. At the edge where technology meets myth, I choose insight over noise, and alchemy over automation. Thank you for dreaming the future with me.

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There's a moment when you realize waiting has started to cost you something. The old pattern still works, technically. But something in your chest knows the window is closing.In this first episode of an eight-part series, Nina Hirlaender OFS introduces The Soul's Eight Thresholds of Transformation—a framework drawn from the Celtic Wheel of the Year that maps the inner seasons every seeker moves through. This episode explores Imbolc, the threshold of awakening: that quiet moment when change has already decided to arrive, even though nothing on the surface looks different yet. Nina takes you inside the stone circle at Stonehenge at sunrise, shares the wisdom of Teresa of Avila on humility and self-knowledge, and offers a grounded five-minute practice to help you take a step toward what's trying to begin in you.This is also a personal invitation. After fifteen years of guiding pilgrims through England's sacred landscapes, Nina announces that May 2026 will be the final Celtic Shamanism in England pilgrimage. If you've felt the pull toward this journey, the window is open—for now.What You'll Learn:The subtle signs you're ready to begin something newWhy routines that used to work now feel too smallWhy waiting for perfect clarity or trying to fix everything at once keeps you stuckWhat happens when you step inside Stonehenge at sunriseHow Teresa of Avila's teaching on humility unlocks real momentum toward one clear decision and the relief of finally startingA five-minute truth-check practice to create a clean inner starting pointWhy clarity comes after you start—and how to give yourself permission to begin before you feel readyYour Next Steps:Explore the final Celtic Shamanism in England Pilgrimage — May 23–June 2, 2026 >> https://dancingspirittours.com/journeys/england/Book a 15-min video call with Nina >> https://calendly.com/nina-hirlaender/15minSupport the showRate, Review & Follow If Holy Rebels has helped you practise your spirituality in real life, would you take 30 seconds to leave a quick rating and review? Your review helps new listeners decide to press play. Not sure what to write? Try one sentence:“Holy Rebels helps me ________.” And hit Follow so new episodes show up automatically in your feed. Show Notes: holyrebelspodcast.comConnect: Instagram | Facebook

Are you a SMART, CAPABLE woman who constantly wonders why food is the one area of your life you can't control? If you feel hijacked by cravings or find yourself back at square one after every diet, this episode is your missing piece.We are pulling back the curtain on the #1 mistake that successful women make when trying to overcome overeating and binging: trying to use willpower to outthink an urge. The reason your willpower fails isn't a lack of discipline; it's a neurological mismatch. We dive deep into the crucial distinction between conscious food thoughts and powerful, survival-wired food urges. You'll understand why the food industry has engineered products to appeal to the oldest, most unconscious part of your brain, making the struggle feel impossible. Stop fighting a losing battle. Réshanda reveals the 3-step "Crave to Clear Method" that teaches you how to stop battling yourself and start building internal resilience.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the constant "food noise" isn't a moral failure, but a sign of a hijacked brain.The difference between a simple food thought you can easily drop and an urge that feels like RESTLESSNESS or a compulsive need to act.The 3 Steps to REWIRE your neural pathways for effortless, consistent eating control, without relying on GLP-1s or extreme white-knuckling.How to finally achieve peace and freedom with food, regaining the mental clarity to focus on what truly matters.Tune in if you're ready to trade the exhausting cycle of fighting cravings for the skills and capacity to manage them from the inside out. Resources Mentioned: Get on the waitlist for the Eat With Balanced program at reshandayates.com/foodfreedom Did you enjoy the episode? DM me on instagram and let me know what you thought.

MANET'S FINAL YEARS AND THE POSTHUMOUS HONOR OF MORISOT Colleague Sebastian Smee. Following the war, Manet painted a series of intimate portraits of Berthe Morisot, capturing her erotic restlessness and "black" mourning attire. Since they could not marry, Manet seemingly facilitated her marriage to his brother, Eugène, who became a supportive husband and advocate for her art. While Morisot struggled with melancholy, she defied Édouard's advice to stick to the Salon, instead exhibiting in almost all the independent Impressionist shows. After Édouard died a painful death from syphilis, and Berthe later passed away, her colleagues Renoir, Monet, and Degasorganized a posthumous exhibition in her honor. The depth of their respect was revealed in a passionate argument between Degas and the others over how best to hang her work to ensure the public understood her brilliance. NUMBER 7

PREVIEW — Joseph Sternberg — Keir Starmer's Political Survival Amid Labour's Economic Malaise. Sternberganalyzes the mounting challenges facing UK Labour leader Keir Starmer, noting growing restlessness within his party despite commanding parliamentary supermajorities. The forthcoming budget will prove economically "punishing," featuring substantial tax increases potentially affecting working households—contradicting election pledges. Labour faces sustained unpopularity due to elevated inflation, anemic economic growth, and an immigration crisis. The party's substantial seat majority was secured with an "unusually slim plurality" of actual votes cast, undercutting political legitimacy. 1901 commons