Podcasts about Rewriting

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Stephen Brittain, co-founder of InsurTech Gateway, a pioneering venture builder focused on bringing early-stage startups into the heart of the insurance world – a regulated industry that typically moves at glacial speed. Over the past decade, Stephen has helped launch and scale ventures inside one of the most regulated, risk-averse business sectors on the planet: the insurance space. He has been the spark for innovation inside large insurance corporates and the strategic partner for founders who wanted to navigate the labyrinth of regulation, procurement and distribution at scale. In other words: he has been solving the archetypal “how to innovate inside a large enterprise” question while keeping the spirit of a startup alive. KEY TAKEAWAYS I was a product /service designer, and I found myself – through building bigger and bigger products – coming up against risk, and I saw risk as a constraint. I knew that if I could only understand risk better that I might be able to do bigger and bolder and better projects. That's how I outgrew product design and moved into insurance. InsurTech Gateway's original intention was to find amazing founders and fast-track them into market with enough creative energy to survive, adapt and evolve in an environment where your first idea had to be your fixed idea. Today we give founders greater agility to learn and evolve, because no one ever knows what to do when they first start, it's a learning journey. The upside, the enthusiasm, the opportunity framing of entrepreneurialism and venturing gets everybody started, rallies people together. But, an a bad day, the downside view is actually the long-term sustainability of any new category. VCs and insurers have never sat round the table together. BEST MOMENTS  ‘The opportunity was not to make insurance sexy, it was to look at the secret powers of insurance to create mutual models to work at scale, to unlock lending and put trust into ecosystems that didn't exist before.'  ‘One of the biggest challenges in InsurTech is; to get a successful outcome from something that looked great on day 1 but didn't evolve into the opportunity.' ‘Pattern recognition has never been higher and the cost to entry and experimentation has never been lower. We recognise what works and what doesn't much better, but can we validate it with an insurer and get them onside? I think we still need to work out the connectivity.' ‘If you can work with innovators, and you understand risk, and you can help unlock that innovation, you can make it sustainable.' ABOUT THE GUESTS Stephen Brittain is the Co-Founder of InsurTech Gateway, the world's first authorised venture builder and fund focused on insurtech. A true pioneer at the intersection of innovation, investment, and impact, Stephen has spent the past decade turning bold ideas into scalable ventures that redefine how insurance and technology collide. ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook  TikTok Email Website This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Send us a textThere's a voice in your head that's been quietly draining your wallet—and she sounds so reasonable.  “It's just $12.”  “You deserve it.” “This will finally fix everything.”That's not logic. That's your inner critic—a subconscious program designed to keep you safe through control, comparison, and consumption. And right now, as the holidays ramp up, she's the loudest she's been all year.In this episode of The Cosmic Valkyrie Podcast, Lynn Louise Larson—Master Certified Hypnotist and creator of the Evolution 10X Method—pulls back the curtain on how your critic hijacks your brain's reward system and tricks you into emotional spending. You'll learn the neuroscience and energetic mechanics behind impulse buying, why dopamine keeps you chasing that “quick fix,” and how to shift from willpower to alignment.

In this episode of Builders Wanted, we're joined by Filip Verley, Chief Innovation Officer at Liminal. Filip sheds light on the challenges companies face with increasing fraud due to advances in generative AI and deepfakes, and the importance of balancing security with customer experience. The conversation covers practical strategies for unifying data across teams, leveraging behavioral signals, and investing in converged identity platforms.-------------------Key Takeaways: Digital fraud is rapidly evolving due to generative AI and deepfakes, making it harder for companies to distinguish between real and fake interactions.Unifying data and aligning company goals around trust and security is essential for effective fraud prevention.Balancing customer experience with security requires smart, context-aware friction and continuous monitoring.-------------------“ The best teams or organizations don't think in an either-or, it's the balance. They always are able to balance and they design these systems to adapt to what they need.  It's not just about reducing the fraud, it's making sure that users are protected without slowing them down. Smart friction.” – Filip Verley-------------------Episode Timestamps:‍*(01:52) - How generative AI and deepfakes are making fraud detection harder ‍*(04:07) - Insights from Liminal's Seminal Report‍*(16:19) - Why behavioral intent is a game changer for fraud detection‍*(22:54) - The 4 layers of defense every company needs ‍*(25:52) - Where companies are investing for the biggest impact‍*(35:13) - Quick hits-------------------Links:Connect with Filip on LinkedInRead Liminal's Seminal ReportConnect with Kailey on LinkedInLearn more about Caspian Studios-------------------SponsorBuilders Wanted is brought to you by Twilio – the Customer Engagement Platform that helps builders turn real-time data into meaningful customer experiences. More than 320,000 businesses trust Twilio to transform signals into connections—and connections into revenue. Ready to build what's next? Learn more at twilio.com.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When Lauren Hayes became a mother in her mid-30s, her fierce independence and lifelong people-pleasing suddenly collided. Parenthood cracked open old patterns she didn't know were running the show, like the “funny” family story about her as a child that led to the belief that she had to earn love to be worthy of it. Through therapy, self-inquiry, and later, an unexpected exploration of ethical non-monogamy with her husband, Lauren began to uncover what authentic love and connection actually feel like. In this candid, funny, and deeply human conversation, she shares how healing her “little-t” trauma helped her trust her own voice, redefine intimacy, and finally stop hustling for approval.Guest Bio Lauren Hayes is speaker, author and relationship coach specializing in supporting ethically non-monogamous (ENM) couples, including swingers and the ENM-curious. She helps couples navigate and engage the swinging and non-monogamous community in the healthiest of ways. She holds the perspective that non-monogamous relationships share the same foundations of any healthy relationship, however, they need to operate at a higher level of health to accommodate the additional complexities. Her approach aims to help couples build their ideal relationship, regardless of whether or how many others it includes. She also brings personal experience to her coaching having been married for 20+ years and ENM (swingers) for the last 6+ years.Turning 40 and Rewriting the Rules of LoveLauren Hayes shares a story of courage, curiosity, and radical honesty. From an early childhood experience that left her believing she had to earn love, Lauren built a life of high achievement and independence. But when motherhood stripped away her identity and marriage revealed deep emotional patterns, she began the hard work of healing. That healing eventually led her, and her husband, to explore non-monogamy, a journey that brought her closer to self-acceptance, intimacy, and personal freedom than she'd ever known. Now a relationship coach and author, Lauren shares how learning to trust her own voice and desires transformed not just her marriage but her sense of self.In this episode, you'll hear:How a “funny” childhood story revealed the root of a lifelong belief that she had to earn loveThe surprising ways people-pleasing shows up even in adulthood and marriageWhat happens when independence becomes a trauma response instead of a strengthHow becoming a mother cracked open her identity and forced her to redefine “being enough”What ethical non-monogamy is, and what it isn'tHow exploring non-traditional relationships can become a path to deep personal growthThe empowerment that comes from embracing your sexuality and using your voiceLauren's midlife transformation story is an invitation to examine the stories we tell ourselves about love, worth, and belonging. What began as a journey to fix what wasn't working turned into an awakening to her own inner truth. Through therapy, personal growth, and open-hearted exploration, she discovered that love rooted in authenticity and self-knowledge is more fulfilling than love earned through approval or performance. Her story is proof that midlife isn't a crisis: it's a chance to rewrite the script and live in alignment with who you truly are.If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate, follow, and share The Big Four Oh Podcast; it helps more people find these conversations about transformation, truth, and growth.Guest ResourcesGet Lauren's book, “For Better or Even Better: 7 Lessons on Love & Life from a Non-Monogamist Connect with Lauren on...

What if healing your body has less to do with food and more to do with your thoughts? In episode 235 of Joy Found Here, returning guest Natalia Garcia reveals why true wellness begins in the mind. A functional medicine practitioner and dietitian, she shares how awareness, self-compassion, and emotional regulation can transform health from the inside out—proving that when you shift within, your body follows.In This Episode, You Will Learn:The mind-body connection redefined (02:42)A divine download on joy and presence (04:01)Healing starts with awareness (08:49)Beyond meal plans and quick fixes (12:06)Reversing autoimmunity from within (17:51)Letting your inner compass lead (21:46)Spotting self-sabotage in daily habits (30:11)The mindset of true healers (32:39)Breaking the stress addiction (34:42)Consistency, compassion, and calm (39:44)As a registered dietitian, licensed nutritionist, and functional medicine practitioner, Natalia Garcia helps people heal from the inside out. Through her practice, FN Wellness, she blends science-based nutrition with mindfulness and emotional awareness to address the root causes of imbalance in the gut, hormones, and mind. Her approach combines functional testing, personalized nutrition, and mindset work to help clients break free from limiting beliefs, regulate their nervous systems, and build a sustainable relationship with food and themselves. She believes true wellness begins within and that reconnecting with the body's innate intelligence unlocks deep healing.In this episode, Natalia shares a powerful message on joy, presence, and self-awareness, urging listeners to look beyond diets and quick fixes to the thoughts and emotions shaping their health. She explains how stress, negative self-talk, and unconscious habits keep people stuck—and how awareness, consistency, and compassion create lasting transformation. From autoimmune healing to mindset shifts, Natalia's grounded wisdom reminds us that when we change within, everything else follows.Connect with Natalia Garcia:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramLinkedInFacebookLet's Connect:WebsiteInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Commerce Code, we speak with Tim DeSoto, the CEO & Founder of Goodlife. Goodlife is an Intelligent Personal Shopping Companion that helps people save time, money, and effort while shopping.In today's conversation, we are talking about:What the brand new Goodlife product does,Why he built it - and just as importantly,The AI tools he used to build it, and the AI capabilities Goodlife incorporates to dramatically improve the shopping experience for consumers.

Ep 218 One World in a New World with Christina Olsen❓ Guiding Questions:How can hypnosis and mindset work help rewire limiting beliefs?Why does self-love feel so difficult, yet so essential to awakening?Join Zen Benefiel and Christina M. Olsen, Hypnosis Expert, Mindset Coach, and Host of Remembering You Podcast, for a profound and liberating conversation about awakening to freedom, authenticity, and love.Christina shares her story of breaking out of societal “boxes,” learning self-love, and rediscovering freedom after living the so-called “perfect life.” Through hypnosis, spiritual awakening, and mindful transformation, she now helps others interrupt limiting trances and rewire their minds for peace, abundance, and purpose.

Natalie chats with writer GG Renee Hill, author of Story Work, about the stories we tell ourselves and how they shape our lives. They discuss the impact of growing up with a mentally ill parent, estrangement, the way we humans judge ourselves in general, and how to rewrite narratives that leave room for hope rather than keeping you stuck. **Note: After removing hissing from the recording, the sound quality isn't as good as usual, but it's still a great conversations!** Episode show notes:  Leave a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/baggagereclaim  Support the podcast and leave a tip: https://baggagereclaim.ck.page/products/podcast  'Reclaimed' membership: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/reclaimed/ Work with me: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/consultations/ Baggage Reclaim: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk  Shop courses and books: https://store.baggagereclaim.com Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/newsletter/  

Anna Davis, novelist, agent, and founder of Curtis Brown Creative, shares how to turn a messy first draft into a strong, market-ready novel through diagnostic editing, practical rewriting tools, and a clear understanding of what agents actually look for.You'll learn:Why every writer's process is different (and why messy drafts are fine).How to diagnose problems mid-novel and bring a manuscript back to life.The Rewrite Doctor method: creating distance, interrogating your story, and planning the edit.How to stress-test structure, plot, and pacing without relying on rigid templates.Using prompts and “play” to loosen up when you're stuck.How to choose between competing novel ideas and know which has real legs.What agents are truly looking for and how to make your submission stand out.Common myths about publishing (and what actually happens behind the scenes). Resources and Links:Curtis Brown Creative CoursesCBC Editorial Services Friend Request by Laura Marshall  The Rewrite Doctor CourseEdit and Pitch Your Novel Book a consultation with Curtis Brown CreativeWriters' Hour  About Anna DavisAnna Davis is the founder and Director of Curtis Brown Creative, a leading UK writing school she launched in 2011. She's the author of five novels published in twenty languages, a former journalist and Guardian columnist, and previously worked as a literary agent at Curtis Brown and a creative-writing lecturer at the University of Manchester. For show notes, transcripts and to attend our live podcasts visit: podcast.londonwriterssalon.com.For free writing sessions, join free Writers' Hours: writershour.com.*FOLLOW LONDON WRITERS' SALONTwitter: twitter.com/​​WritersSalonInstagram: instagram.com/londonwriterssalonFacebook: facebook.com/LondonWritersSalonIf you're enjoying this show, please rate and review this show!

A new study claims that rising temperatures around the world will make it harder for elite athletes to break the marathon world record, or for recreational runners to hit their target times. Of the 221 races analyzed in the report from Climate Central released last week, 86% of them are less likely to have optimal racing conditions for runners by 2045. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stop Settling for Shortcuts: Why Quick Fixes Are Failing Your Health” When did we start believing that a pill a day keeps the problem away? In this episode of Chiropractic is Se*y, we're exposing the trap of “easy-button” healthcare. We share a conversation with a patient who was taking a nightly Prilosec without ever asking why he needed it—or what it might be doing long term.We also tackle a big myth: that you're stuck with the health outcomes your parents had. You are not a victim of your genes. Your environment, choices, and habits turn genes on or off—this is the science of epigenetics, and it's empowering once you understand it.Tune in as we talk about:The family legacy of lifestyle-driven illnessHow discomfort is actually a signal (not a nuisance)Why foundational health work matters more than symptom reliefEpigenetics: how your environment influences gene expression

Send us a textA mustache can start a conversation, but the real goal is changing the rules men grew up with. This episode digs into Movember as a catalyst for men's mental health, exploring why so many guys carry stress, anxiety, and depression in silence and what it takes to make sharing feel safe. We talk candidly about the phrases that shape boys—man up, boys don't cry—and how those scripts follow men into adulthood, where vulnerability can feel like breaking the code.I share a simple ritual that helped my son and me build trust: a monthly hour where he spoke and I listened without judgment or quick fixes. It began awkwardly and grew into easy “man dinners” where anything or nothing could be the topic. From there, we map out practical tools you can use right away: lead with your own truth to lower the bar, ask open-ended questions that invite stories, and give silence room to work. When words come, resist the urge to solve. A sincere that sounds tough, I get it can be more powerful than a dozen solutions.We also spotlight ways to engage with Movember beyond facial hair. Move for Movember turns empathy into action with 60 miles to honor the 60 men lost to suicide every hour around the world. Hosting a moment—a simple gathering—creates community, connects men to resources, and chips away at stigma one conversation at a time. The throughline is clear: culture change happens in living rooms, on sidewalks, over wings, and with small, honest check-ins that make help feel normal. If this resonates, share it with someone who needs a nudge, subscribe for more conversations that matter, and leave a review to help others find the show. Who will you check in with today?Movember https://us.movember.com/Donate here https://movember.com/m/thescotttownsendshow?mc=1Support the showI ♥ my podcast host @Buzzsprout. This link will get us both a $20 credit if you upgrade! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1087190 The Scott Townsend Show Merchandise https://teespring.com/stores/tsts-2Resources and Links--------------------------------------------My contact info:LinkedIn https://bit.ly/2ZZ4qweTwitter https://bit.ly/3enLDQaFacebook https://bit.ly/2Od4ItOInstagram https://bit.ly/2ClncWlSend me a text: 918-397-0327Executive Producer: Ben TownsendCreative Consultant: Matthew Blue TownsendShot with a 1080P Webcam with Microphone, https://amzn.to/32gfgAuSamson Technologies Q2U USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone Recording and Podcasting Pack https://amzn.to/3TIbACeVoice Actor: Britney McCulloughLogo by Angie Jordan https://blog.angiejordan.com/contact/Theme Song by Androzguitar https://www.fiverr.com/inbox/androzguitar

This week on The Conservative Woman's Guide, Karin Lips sits down with Cara Leopardo, CEO and Co-Founder of We The Studios, to discuss countering liberal narratives in the entertainment industry. Cara opens up about her journey in Hollywood and how she built an entrepreneurial venture designed to challenge cultural norms and create content that upholds traditional values. Follow us on […]

Have you ever wondered why you're doing all the right things but still feel stuck?In this episode, I'm unpacking the subconscious commands that quietly run your life and business. These hidden beliefs, most of them formed before age seven, are the real reason you keep bumping into the same money blocks, confidence issues, and fears of visibility.You'll learn how your brain is wired to stay on autopilot, why your subconscious runs 90 percent of the show, and how to begin rewriting the code so your actions align with the freedom and abundance you actually want.☑️ The science behind why your subconscious resists change☑️ How early beliefs about money and worth keep you in hustle mode☑️ A practical way to rewire those patterns and unlock freedomYou are not broken. You are programmed.And that programming can be rewritten starting today.Subscribe, share, and listen now to start reprogramming your mind for ease, confidence, and success.Episode Highlights00:00 Welcome and overview of subconscious programming01:00 Conscious and subconscious mind working together04:00 Childhood experiences that shape lifelong beliefs07:00 The grocery store story and early worthiness programming11:00 How hidden commands show up in business and money15:00 Client story of shifting niche and multiplying income19:00 Rewriting limiting beliefs and creating new thought patterns26:00 Final reflection and invitation to book your strategy callHOW I CAN SUPPORT YOU:

Avant Chamber Ballet is redefining what a regional ballet company can be – performing with live musicians, championing diversity and dancer wellness, and connecting with audiences far beyond traditional theaters. In this episode, Artistic Director Katie Puder and School Director Madelaine Boyce share how they've built a company that's both artistically ambitious and community-minded. They discuss Avant's mission to make ballet more accessible across Dallas, why live music matters, and what makes their trainee program unique. You'll also hear their honest take on college vs. trainee paths, the realities of running a small company, and what today's dancers need to know about navigating the professional ballet world. Tune in to hear what it takes to start, and sustain, a ballet company that does things differently. Learn more about Avant Chamber Ballet on their website Links: Shop Our Back to Dance Guide Buy Corrections Journals Support Ballet Help Desk Instagram: @BalletHelpDesk Facebook: BalletHelpDesk TikTok: @BalletHelpDesk  

What does it take to transition from a high-pressure newsroom to the world of mystery novels? And how can personal tragedy shape a writer's voice? Join us as Merry and Cathy dive into these questions with the remarkable John DeDakis, a former CNN senior copy editor turned novelist and writing coach.

Send us a textIn this episode of Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary sits down with LeRae Kuperus, Director of Spiritual Formation, and Maranda Johnson, Aftercare Supervisor, to explore how kids and adults can begin the hard but healing work of unlearning false beliefs about themselves.Together, they discuss how safe environments, consistent relationships, and faith-filled guidance help replace harmful narratives with truth, confidence, and belonging. This encouraging conversation offers wisdom and hope for anyone seeking healing, growth, and a renewed sense of identity.LINKS & INFO:For more Info on this PodcastLearn more about WedgwoodWedgwood & Podcast MerchSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes!

Send us a MessageIn this episode of Culture Change RX, Sue Tetzlaff explores how certain strategic decisions become turning points that forever change the future of an organization. She shares how courageous leaders move beyond incremental improvements to make trajectory-changing moves—decisions that blend clarity, courage, and execution. Listeners will gain insight into how Capstone Leadership partners with healthcare organizations to help them align strategy and execution, ensuring that their next big move doesn't just shape results—it builds a legacy.Every organization has pivotal moments that change everything.Pivotal moves can include new buildings, key hires, or strategic decisions.In the history of an organization, those trajectory changing moves can be differentiated from those efforts that target incremental improvements or growth.Healthcare organizations can make the shift that creates long-term culture change.Contemplation of future trajectory changes is crucial for healthcare executives.Capstone helps rural hospitals be the provider- and employer-of-choice to keep care local and margins strong. Learn more via a complimentary consultation call. Schedule at: CapstoneLeadership.net/Contact-UsHi! I'm Sue Tetzlaff. I'm a culture and execution strategist for small and rural healthcare organizations - helping them to be the provider and employer-of-choice so they can keep care local and margins strong.For decades, I've worked with healthcare organizations to navigate the people-side of healthcare, the part that can make or break your results. What I've learned is this: culture is not a soft thing. It's the hardest thing, and it determines everything.When you're ready to take your culture to the next level, here are three ways I can help you:1. Listen to the Culture Change RX PodcastEvery week, I share conversations with leaders who are transforming healthcare workplaces and strategies for keeping teams engaged, patients loyal, and margins healthy. 2. Subscribe to our Email NewsletterGet practical tips, frameworks, and leadership tools delivered right to your inbox—plus exclusive content you won't find on the podcast.

When Glenelys Jimenez became a new mom in early 2020, she started thinking about all the things she wished she’d learned sooner. As the oldest daughter of Dominican immigrants, she’d spent years teaching herself how to navigate student loans, taxes, workplace culture, and mortgages… not just for herself, but for her family and friends, too. When the world shut down, Glenelys decided to build what she wished had existed all along: a space for people to learn and rise together. That idea became Levanto Collective, a community filling in the life skills and support systems traditional education leaves out. Through workshops on financial wellness, mental health, reproductive health, and career growth, Levanto helps members “unlearn what doesn’t serve them and learn what will.” Today, I sit down with Glenelys to talk about building Levanto with her own savings, staying rooted in purpose, and how she’s evolved her original idea… from an app into a community built to help others rise. https://vialevanto.com/ https://www.instagram.com/levantocollective/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Levin joins John Catsimatidis and Rita Cosby to break down what the election means for New York, Virginia and New Jersey. He argues blue-state population shifts, rule changes and “free” promises drove the results, warns of fallout for crime, taxes and business, and calls on listeners to fight to take back the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit spirituallyambitious.substack.comStill stuck in your head wondering if you're really cut out for this? Rewriting the same Instagram post 17 times. Outlining ideas that never make it out of the google doc. Procrastinating the things that actually move the visibility needle- like consistently putting yourself out there.In this episode, I break down the 3 clarity anchors you can return to to quiet the noise of self doubt and root you into your truth: that you are, in fact, the one to lead this work.You'll learn:How to recognize the credibility inside your lived experienceWhy clarifying your anecdotal authority is the key to showing up in selfless service.How to uncover the exact reasons you are the one to help your people.Press play to stop spinning in self-doubt and start leading with conviction.Want to join the Inner Circle- Try for FREE for 7 days https://spirituallyambitious.substack.com/00e5396f Check out the October Roundup to see what I've been up to in Capetown this month https://spirituallyambitious.substack.com/p/october-2025-roundup?r=1ql1fv

Rochelle Jordan is a Canadian singer whose new record, “Through The Wall,” was recently named one of the best new albums by Pitchfork. It explores the roadblocks she's dealt with in her career after years of self-doubt and insecurity. Rochelle joins Tom Power to talk about bouncing back from that, fighting as a Black artist to make pop music, and how her new album pays tribute to her brother.

As a former hedge fund investor, Eva Yazhari is comfortable making the contrarian bet. While other VC investors are swinging for grand slams with AI startups, Yazhari's Beyond Capital Ventures is knocking down singles and doubles around the west Indian Ocean, one of the world's fastest-growing regions. “The gap is where the alpha lives,” Yazhari told ImpactAlpha on the latest Agents of Impact podcast.

Do you hold yourself back? In this episode, I talk with GG Renee Hill about finding your inner gifts through your personal stories and:  • Identifying how the internal narratives that you tell yourself can be both supportive and limiting  • Rewriting past stories to break limiting patterns and embrace your whole self • Working through false internalized beliefs and reframe the feeling of being different as a strength • Finding your own version of strong as a highly sensitive person   GG is a nationally recognized author, creative coach, and facilitator who guides people in discovering the power of storytelling as a pathway to self-discovery, empowerment, and meaningful contribution. Her mission is to help others enrich their lives and communities through the transformative power of the written word. She is the author of Self-Care Check-In: A Guided Journal to Build Healthy Habits and Devote Time to You (2020) and A Year of Self-Reflection Journal: 365 Days of Guided Prompts to Slow Down, Tune In, and Grow (2021). Her debut book of essays, Story Work: Field Notes on Self-Discovery and Reclaiming Your Narrative is available now from Broadleaf Books. Keep in touch with GG: • Website: http://allthemanylayers.com  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-gg-renee-hill-28686762  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ggreneewrites  Resources Mentioned: • Story Work: Field Notes on Self-Discovery and Reclaiming Your Narrative by GG Renee Hill: https://bookshop.org/a/63892/9798889832652   Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.

Welcome to the Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast! Alongside your regularly scheduled Kobo Writing Life podcast episode releases, we will also be featuring some highlights from our backlist. In this episode, we spoke to prolific indie author Dale Mayer, who has written dozes of books over the years of her successful career. We talk to her all about how dictating her books helps her write more, misconceptions about overnight success in indie publishing, how to find your own success as an indie author, and much more. Dale Mayer, USA Today bestselling author, gives advice to listeners on how to develop a long and successful career in indie publishing. She also explains how dictating her books helped her become one of KWL's most prolific authors. Be sure to visit Dale's website and check out Dale's books on Kobo.

Men, sex, and aging without the macho script. I sit down with Dr. Chris Donaghue—clinical sexologist, therapist, and host of Loveline—to unpack masculinity, libido, and connection in midlife. We dig into why “being a man” often blocks intimacy, how to get out of performance mode, and what it takes to be a better partner after 50.We talk practical dating resets, equity vs. equality on first dates, why vibrators shouldn't threaten anyone, and how to build a personal “relational mission statement.” If you're newly single or just ready to evolve, this episode gives you a clear path back into your body, your values, and real intimacy.Timestamps:00:00 Intro: Men, sex, and aging without the script01:12 Meet Dr. Chris Donaghue & why masculinity needs a reset03:08 “Disidentifying” from gender roles to become a better partner05:02 Getting back into your body vs. performing intimacy06:45 Values, ethics, and your relational mission statement08:36 America's performance culture and its impact on love10:10 Dating mindset: “The person you date is in your care”12:04 Childhood socialization: boys vs. girls and empathy gaps14:06 Rewriting the “strong man” expectation with softness15:32 Who pays? Equality vs. equity on first dates17:34 The confusion men feel: strong vs. vulnerable on demand19:02 Emotional literacy: what men are “allowed” to feel20:05 Sex talk: scripts, vibrators, and de-centering orgasm22:11 How to date Karen: knowledge gaps, boundaries, and media23:40 Public work ≠ no boundaries: consent and respect25:02 “What are you working on?”—owning your growth26:36 Therapy vs. “I coached myself”: why guidance matters28:05 Practical first steps for newly single men29:40 Libido as life energy: bringing passion back31:02 Best sex isn't performance—it's connection31:55 Wrap up + where to find Dr. DonaghueWant a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today's discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don't miss out!Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:Email: karen@taboototruth.comWebsite: https://www.taboototruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcastAbout the Guest:Dr. Chris Donaghue is a psychotherapist specializing in couples and sex therapy, with a private practice in addition to his work as a lecturer and educator. He serves as the Director of Clinical Education for The Sexual Health Alliance and is the Dean of Education and lead faculty for The Institute at The Sexual Health...

In this episode of A Conversation with Floyd Marshall Jr. & Co-host Okema T. Moore, we sit down once again with Tracey Baker-Simmons — a 30+ year entertainment industry veteran, executive producer, and pioneer of reality television. From music videos and independent film to creating the iconic series Being Bobby Brown starring Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown, Tracey has seen Hollywood transform from the inside out — and she's evolved right alongside it. Today, Hollywood is shifting again — studios consolidating, content pipelines tightening, AI reshaping workflows, and global production strategies changing the landscape. But is Hollywood really “dying,” or is it simply reinventing itself?Tracey breaks down:Why major brands are building their own studio infrastructuresHow creators can adapt and stay competitiveWhy ownership and education are becoming the new power currenciesHow to position yourself and your projects for the next era of film and televisionWhether you're a filmmaker, aspiring producer, digital storyteller, or creative entrepreneur, this episode is a masterclass in mindset, strategy, and longevity in a rapidly evolving industry.

In this week's episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sat down with Sushanth Raman, Founder and CEO, and Andrew Geisse, Chief Revenue Officer at Pallet. They bring us behind the scenes of their company, share their outlook on the future of the industry, and explain exactly how Pallet helps you focus on what differentiates your service.This week's episode is sponsored by EpayManager, GenLogs, CtrlChainInterested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an email at pbj@freightcaviar.com.

Why do only 9% of people and companies grow stronger during crises? According to Harvard Business School professor and author Ranjay Gulati, the answer isn't intelligence—it's courage. In this episode, AJ and Johnny unpack what it means to act in the face of fear, not in the absence of it. Drawing from decades of research and Ranjay's new book The Soul of Courage, the conversation explores why we're hardwired to freeze under uncertainty, how the most courageous people “resource” themselves to act, and what separates bold leadership from reckless risk-taking. From stories of NASA pilots and nuclear engineers to everyday professionals stepping up under pressure, this episode is a masterclass in practical courage—how to develop it, share it, and lead with it when everything's on the line. What to Listen For [00:01:38] Why 91% of companies retreat in recessions—and 9% win [00:03:06] The psychology of “loss avoidance” and our addiction to safety [00:05:00] The difference between risk and uncertainty—and why the brain freezes [00:07:08] The Fear Equation: redefining courage as action in the face of fear [00:08:44] The Stanford snake experiment and building a “can-do” mindset [00:11:00] How domain mastery and belief from others fuel self-efficacy [00:14:47] Bold vs. reckless: Aristotle's timeless lesson on measured risk [00:18:54] Courage is not a solo act: the importance of your “support squad” [00:24:32] The link between deep purpose and enduring courage [00:26:31] How to “act your way into knowing” when data is unclear [00:30:03] The science of calm—rituals that regulate fear and focus [00:33:05] Rewriting your personal story to unlock courage [00:38:38] How charisma inspires collective courage in others A Word From Our Sponsors Stop being over looked and unlock your X-Factor today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠unlockyourxfactor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  The very qualities that make you exceptional in your field are working against you socially.  Visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠artofcharm.com/intel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for a social intelligence assessment and discover exactly what's holding you back. If you've put off organizing your finances, Monarch is for you. Use code CHARM at ⁠monarch.com⁠ in your browser for half off your first year.  Indulge in affordable luxury with Quince. Upgrade your wardrobe today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and hassle-free returns. Grow your way - with Headway! Get started at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠makeheadway.com/CHARM ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and use my code CHARM for 25% off. Ready to turn your business idea into reality? Sign up for your $1/month trial at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Need to hire top talent—fast? Claim your $75 Sponsored Job Credit now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indeed.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This year, skip breaking a sweat AND breaking the bank. Get your summer savings and shop premium wireless plans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mintmobile.com/charm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more than fifty percent on term life insurance at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SELECTQUOTE.COM/CHARM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TODAY to get started  Curious about your influence level?  Get your Influence Index Score today! Take this 60-second quiz to find out how your influence stacks up against top performers at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theartofcharm.com/influence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Episode resources: ⁠⁠RanjayGulati.com⁠ ⁠How to Be Bold⁠ Check in with AJ and Johnny! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AJ on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Johnny on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Charm on TikTok⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Rich Frequency Mini Mastermind starting November 6th: https://link.shaminataylor.com/the-rich-frequency-mastermind-3901 In this powerful episode of The Unapologetically Rich Show, Shamina Taylor invites women to stop shrinking their dreams under the illusion of being "realistic." She exposes how playing small and staying safe has been keeping too many powerful women stuck at the same income level and living beneath their true potential. Shamina shares how stepping into your "delulu" energy — the bold belief that everything you desire is already yours — is where the real magic begins. When women allow themselves to believe beyond logic and trust in their limitless power, they create results that defy every rule society has set for them. This episode is your permission slip to dream bigger, trust yourself deeper, and unapologetically go after the life and wealth you were meant for. Tune in to learn why being realistic is a scam and how your unshakable belief in the impossible will take you exactly where you want to go. Listen to My Story: Building A Multi Million Dollar Brand How to BECOME Unapologetically Rich yourself: 

AI has completely changed the rules of marketing, and finance can't afford to play catch-up. Workiva's VP of Revenue Marketing, Joel Capperella, joins Steve Soter to unpack how AI is reshaping data, trust, and decision-making across the business. As progression analysis evolves and web traffic declines, traditional forecasting and investment models are losing their edge. This episode breaks down what modern finance and marketing leaders must do to keep pace. You'll learn: Why the old CFO-CMO disconnect is no longer sustainable How AI's data disruption is forcing a new model of collaboration Why credibility and transparency are now the most valuable data currencies What separates a caretaker CFO from a truly transformative one Watch the full episode for practical insights on data trust, financial transformation, and redefining success in the age of AI.
00:00 Introduction 01:14 Rewriting the Marketing Playbook with AI 02:42 The Changing Role of CFOs in the AI Era 06:25 The Future of Marketing and Finance Collaboration 10:14 Closing Thoughts 

In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Dylan Beynon, founder and CEO of Mindbloom, to explore how psychedelic-assisted therapy is reshaping the future of mental health care. Mindbloom is at the forefront of at-home ketamine therapy, providing guided sessions for people struggling with depression, anxiety, and PTSD — and since 2018, the company has facilitated more than 650,000 transformative experiences across the U.S. Dylan's mission is deeply personal, rooted in his own family's struggles with mental illness and addiction. Through Mindbloom, he's creating a path toward accessible, safe, and science-backed healing — while helping dismantle the stigma around psychedelic medicine. Tune in to learn:                                               ·       How guided psychedelic therapy works and its proven benefits. ·       What the latest research says about ketamine and neuroplasticity. ·       How mental health narratives are shaped by Big Pharma and cultural bias. ·       Why the next frontier in psychiatry may lie in psychedelic integration. Whether you're curious about the ethics, science, or personal impact of psychedelic therapy, this episode shines a light on how Mindbloom is redefining what's possible in modern mental wellness. Visit here to learn more about Dylan's groundbreaking work. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr  Keep up with Dylan Beynon socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087449081875  X: https://x.com/dylanbeynon 

In this episode, we focus on affirmations that help you let go of self-doubt and rewrite your inner dialogue. We explore how changing your thoughts can transform your sense of worth.https://selfpause.com/app/

We've all got one - that mortifying work moment we still think about at 3 a.m. The awkward presentation. The email that went to the wrong person. The interview that turned into a monologue.In this episode, we're taking those moments that made you cringe… and turning them into comedy. Because being able to re-tell your old stories is a powerful way to loosen their grip, reduce their impact, and have a good old chuckle in the process! You'll learn:

AI isn't coming — it's already here, and it's flipping the script on how we hire, manage, and work across the globe. In this episode, I sit down with Laura Maffucci, VP of HR at Globalization Partners (G-P), to break down how AI is reshaping everything from recruiting to compliance—and what it really means for people on both sides of the hiring table. We talk about the good, the bad, and the “uh-oh” moments of bringing AI into the workplace. Is it making hiring fairer or just faster? Can we trust it to make big decisions? And what happens when employees start wondering if the robots are coming for their jobs?

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Cy Wakeman discuss:  The power of re-remembering  Finding your voice in your 50s  Reinventing yourself and leaving past versions behind   "At some point I started to realize I had lived a dream life. I am just not sure it was my dream." - Cy Wakeman    Cy Wakeman: Drama Researcher, NY-Times Bestselling Author and Leadership Consultant   I am a drama researcher, a career I discovered accidentally and have since quantified how much drama there is in the workplace. Our research has shown that the average employee spends nearly 2.5 hours per day in drama – gossiping, tattling, withholding buy-in, resisting change and stepping down from accountability.  Drama is emotional waste – any unproductive thought or behavior – and like any other waste in the workplace, I believe drama can be eliminated through great mental processes. My work is focused on giving leaders tools to recapture that emotional waste and upcycle it into results.  I started Reality-Based Leadership in order to teach leaders and individual contributors ways to lead in reality that diffuses drama in the workplace. We have formed that into an organization that does leadership development, speaking and training, and publishes unconventional tools and leadership programs to use to diffuse drama in the workplace.     Join our online community! The Table is a private, safe society for women physicians to gain work-life control. Sasha's community is off social media, a protected place for women to find out how to manage things like time management, gender bias, and navigating egos in the workplace. It's private, confidential, and the mentoring you have always wanted in a safe, closed environment. Join our community created for women physicians like you today! Invite Dr. Sasha to Speak at Your Next Event! Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a top empowerment keynote speaker and Vice Chair of Strategy in the Department of Anesthesiology at the UNMC. In 2016, Sasha was awarded the national American Medical Association's Women Physicians' Inspiring Physician Award by her peers. Sasha's greatest passion is empowering and encouraging others to achieve well-being in their professional and personal lives. She speaks frequently to executives and leaders on the topics of professional burnout, resilience, and gender equity.   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

What happens when a mother and artist dares to reimagine the entire canon of Western art through a new lens—one that centers Black womanhood, power, and divinity? In this inspiring episode, host Kanika Chadda Gupta sits down with Harmonia Rosales, the Afro-Cuban American artist redefining beauty and rewriting history with every brushstroke. From her reimagined Renaissance masterpieces to her breathtaking debut book Chronicles of Ori, Harmonia shares how motherhood, myth, and heritage shape her creative vision. Tune in for a soul-stirring conversation on reclaiming representation, teaching our children the true breadth of beauty, and trusting your intuition as both an artist and a parent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Katie breaks down how our nervous system and customer journey are more connected than we think, especially as Manifestors. Using systems, tools, and tech intentionally helps us stay regulated and consistent across both rest cycles and creative urges. She walks through each phase of the customer journey from attraction to expansion and shows how to design two sets of systems: one that keeps your business running on autopilot while you're resting, and another that helps you turn on the faucet when you're in a creative surge. You'll learn how to support your energy instead of fighting it, create client experiences that align with your natural rhythms, and avoid common pitfalls. The episode will include tangible free resources. About Katie: 5/1 splenic Manifestor - Embodiment Architect & Astrologer Katie MacLachlan is the Founder of Be Good Guide, where she helps entrepreneurs create businesses and lives that feel as good as they look through strategy, systems, style, and the stars. Visit Katie's website: www.begoodguide.com Connect with Katie: Instagram @begoodguide -- Visit our website: www.themanifestorcommunity.com Connect with us: Instagram @themanifestorcommunity New: We've just released Build Like A Manifestor — a free 3-part audio series designed to help Manifestors remember their true rhythm in business. Listen in to discover why consistency isn't your path, how to recognise the seasons of your urges, and what kind of containers actually support your energy. Check it out: Build like a Manifestor

Grab your coffee… or better yet, put it down, because this episode might just change what fuels your mind, your business, and your body. In this powerful episode of the Marketing Boost Solutions Podcast, Capt. Marco Torres sits down with Benjamin Bressington, founder of Bare Remedy, to explore one of the most unexpected revolutions in wellness, the rise of medicinal mushrooms as nature's true energy source. Once a high-powered behavior design consultant for Fortune 1000 companies, Benjamin found himself trapped in the burnout loop, running on caffeine and willpower until his health hit the brakes. His journey from corporate exhaustion to holistic transformation uncovers how adaptogenic mushrooms deliver real, sustained energy from the inside out, without the crash.Today, Benjamin leads the “Medicine Man” movement, blending ancient spagyric alchemy with modern science to help people reclaim their vitality naturally. And he's sharing a special gift for MBS Podcast listeners, free Energy Gummies, just cover shipping, at BareOils.co/podcast. Tune in to discover how Benjamin turned personal burnout into a breakthrough, built a purpose-driven brand from the ground up, and why mushrooms might just be the smarter fuel for entrepreneurs chasing clarity, focus, and longevity.

Send us a textIn this episode, Greg Sterling, Mike Blumenthal, and Celeste Gonzalez (Rickety Roo) dive into TikTok's “Local Explorer” — a new review and discovery program inside the app. They explore how Gen Z's shift toward TikTok and Instagram is reshaping local search, what the Adobe and SOCi studies reveal, and why authenticity may be TikTok's edge over Google Reviews.You'll learn:• How TikTok gamifies local reviews• Why 62 % of Gen Z prefer TikTok for finding local businesses• How to track TikTok referrals in GA4 & GSC• Why review authenticity and AI are changing SEO's futureSubscribe to our newsletters and other content at https://www.nearmedia.co/subscribe/

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Molly and Clarissa get real about the spoken and unspoken "rules" we inherit—from family, culture, religion, peers, and recovery spaces—and how those rules can quietly run our lives. They explore when structure is protective (especially early recovery) and when rigidity shrinks our world. The invitation: notice the rule, name whose voice it is, examine its intention, and rewrite it as a flexible, values-aligned boundary (a loving guardrail) that serves your recovery today. What we cover Invisible operating systems: How covert rules ("Don't cry in public," "Finish your plate," "Don't upset Dad," "Work before rest") get encoded as truth and shape choices, identity, and self-worth. Where rules come from: Family modeling, culture/diet/purity narratives, religion & tradition, media comparison loops, and past painful moments that birthed survival strategies. When rules help vs. harm: The cast-to-brace metaphor—early structure can be lifesaving; never taking the brace off becomes its own injury. Food-recovery example: "The kitchen is closed after dinner." Helpful as temporary scaffolding; harmful if it overrides true hunger, fuels all-or-nothing thinking, or becomes punishment. Language that frees: Swap "I can't" for "I choose not to (right now)." Replace rules with loving guardrails anchored in values, not fear. Meeting the Rebel: How the inner rebel shows up when we feel controlled, and how flexibility + permission reduces backlash and binge risk. Compassion over condemnation: Seeing the origin story of a rule reveals it was protective, not defective—which softens shame and opens space to change. Support matters: Borrowing a "prosthetic prefrontal cortex" from trusted people (group, therapist, friend) to reality-check and practice flexibility safely. Try this: a simple Rule Audit Spot it: What's one rule you notice yourself following today? Name the voice: Whose rule is it (family, program, culture, scared younger you)? Intention check: What safety or benefit was it trying to create? Does that need still exist? Cost check: How does it limit you now (shame, rigidity, disconnection from body needs)? Rewrite it: Old: "I can't eat after dinner." New: "I stop after dinner unless I'm truly hungry—then I have a planned, recovery-friendly snack without shame." Make it safer: Pre-plan options, text a support person, add a brief grounding before eating, pre-portion, and debrief after. Nuggets & reframes "Rules kept me safe then; values-based guardrails grow me now." "Different doesn't equal dangerous. It's okay if new feels wobbly." "Recovery should make life bigger, not smaller." "Permission reduces rebellion." "Thank you, old rule, for what you protected. I'm choosing something kinder now." Reflection questions for listeners Which rule in your life feels most rigid right now? What would a kinder, values-aligned version look like? If you replaced one "I can't" with "I choose not to—for now," what changes in your body and nervous system? Who are your go-to people to borrow perspective from when your threat system is loud? The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

AI isn't coming, it's already here. And if it's not driving 25% of your brand's revenue, you're already behind. Nik sits down with Liam Millward, founder and CEO of Instant, the platform powering the next generation of AI-driven email and retention marketing. Liam started Instant at 17, went head-to-head with Shopify, and pivoted into a billion-dollar problem: brands wasting time on email marketing that barely moves the needle. Now, Instant's AI writes, designs, and personalizes every email—no two shoppers ever get the same message twice. Liam breaks down how Instant became one of the fastest-growing AI tools in eCommerce, the difference between generative and agentic AI, and why most brands are still treating AI like a toy instead of a team member. If you're a founder, marketer, or operator trying to figure out where AI actually fits in your business, this is your roadmap. What's Instant? They're the secret weapon to triple your email revenue with AI-powered flows. Instead of blasting the same cart reminders to everyone, Instant ensure every shopper gets a unique email experience: Copy, products, and offers that adapt to your shopper's behavior in real time. Emails sent at the exact moment that shopper is most likely to buy. 11+ abandonment flows live in minutes. Book a demo by Oct 31 to get 50% off your first 60 days. Make this BFCM your biggest one yet: ⁠⁠⁠⁠instant.one/limited⁠ Want more DTC advice? Check out the Limited Supply YouTube page for more insider tips.   Check out the Nik's DTC newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mOUJMJ   And if you're looking for an instant stream of on-demand DTC gold, check out the Limited Supply Slack Channel for Nik's most unfiltered, uncensored thoughts.   Follow Nik: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mrsharma

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Annika Hylmö, Ph.D. is an award-winning filmmaker and documentarian whose films have screened at CameraImage, Tribeca Film Festival, as well as smaller specialty festivals. She co-produced Image Makers: The Story of America's Pioneer Cinematographers for TCM and her narrative short film Dr. Penelope (2022) is winning awards and hearts around the world. Annika produced Women in Media's renowned CAMERAderie Initiative, creating powerful films empowering female filmmakers. Along with THE LAST WITCH, she is currently preparing to direct her next short narrative EDDIE'S TURN. To know more about Annika visit her website: https://www.thelastwitchfilm.com/

Host: Ashley InspyrzTheme: Fear → Imprint → Reclamation → CreationKey Moments & Takeaways00:00 – Welcome and setting the scene00:18 – Defining “flooding a fear”: what it is, and why it matters00:55 – The NYFA moment: freezing in front of peers and dropping lines01:46 – The “Bonnie” improvisation drop: how our nervous system stores those moments02:34 – The long-standing imprint: avoiding, apologising, doubting03:06 – Returning to the stage after 12 years: courage meets raw emotion03:42 – Dropping the line again… but staying in the tension04:32 – Choosing presence over panic: first pivot05:05 – Asking for a producer's mentorship: empowerment move05:34 – “Flooding the fear” in practice: staying in the emotion and owning the moment06:06 – Post-show reflections and light humour (agents, managers, next steps)06:44 – Integration: acting, hypnosis, movement (Pilates) and energy work07:18 – Rewriting the narrative: from “I froze” → “I felt. I owned. I transformed.”08:02 – The illusion of separation: we're not separate from what we fear, we can befriend it08:36 – Eye-contact exercise story: seeing and being seen09:22 – Instant trust and connection: bridging acting & energetic presence10:18 – From being in the story to observing the story: nervous system shift11:44 – Letting go of the memorisation terror: what if I forget again12:36 – Evidence of change: flawless performances, monologues, embodied confidence13:10 – Handling critics & online voices: boundaries, mirror talk, owning your spac14:08 – “I ain't going nowhere”: rewriting the affirmation that once kept you stuck14:56 – Affirmation choice: what your fireflies phrase really is15:34 – Failing forward: being in the game, not avoiding the game16:20 – Final message: you are the main character of your story, and fear is your ally when you let it show you where you've been hiding Resources & ActionsIf this episode resonates: reflect on one fear you've been carrying, and invite it into awareness rather than avoidance.Download the free “Wheel of Fulfillment” tool (link in YT channel) to map your next courageous step.Connect with Ashley on Instagram — @AshleyInspyrz (or whatever the handle) — share your “freeze-to-flood” story and tag her.Want to go deeper? Explore hypnosis + movement offerings via her website: formationenergetix.com. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss future “Reality INspyrd” episodes.Leave a rating/review — your voice helps others find our shared journey.Share this episode with a friend who's playing small from fear, and say: it's safe to step into the light together.

What if you could actually feel good about money? Not just make more of it - but feel less stress, more clarity, and a sense of freedom around your finances?  That's exactly what we're talking about this week with our guest, John Kennedy. He's a Certified Financial Planner, yes… but his superpower is helping people unpack the emotional side of money, build simple systems that work, and finally take control of their financial life - without shame or overwhelm. John is a partner and senior wealth advisor, and the co-host of the Above Board Podcast, which ranks in the top 2% of business shows globally. He's also a husband, dad, 5K runner (with his dog, Chipper!), and a dedicated Braves fan who believes financial health starts with mindset. In this candid convo, we talk about real-world money hangups - even for successful people - and how to shift from scarcity to freedom. Whether you're building a business, launching a new season of life, or just tired of feeling stressed about your finances, this episode offers fresh perspective, relatable insights, and practical tools to help you rewrite your money story. READ THE FULL SHOW NOTES: https://mitchmatthews.com/436/