Podcasts about Savoring

Childhood isn't disappearing because our kids are doing too little. It's disappearing because everything is moving too fast. In this thoughtful conversation, Grace Pouch shares why the greatest gift we can give children isn't more opportunities, more entertainment, or more efficiency, but more time to wonder, wait, create, and simply be. From long-term projects and slower family rhythms to boredom, nature, and the surprising value of doing hard things together, this episode offers practical encouragement for parents who want to protect what childhood was always meant to be. If you've ever felt the pressure to keep up, this conversation will remind you that some of life's richest moments can only be experienced at a slower pace. Follow Grace at https://gracepatepouch.substack.com/. Get your copy of Savoring Childhood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Forest ecologist Suzanne Simard has long been fascinated by the sharing of natural knowledge. From the interconnected root systems she studied in her book Finding the Mother Tree to her ongoing work as an educator, Simard has learned to see the importance of cooperative efforts to share resources and knowledge. Joined in conversation by Seattle-based nature journalist Lynda Mapes, Simard expands these connections into a considerate exploration of the elaborate cycles of forest ecosystems, the challenges they currently face, and the intergenerational value they can provide through her new book When the Forest Breathes: Renewal and Resilience in the Natural World. Raised in a family of loggers committed to sensible forest stewardship, Simard has watched as modern practices and timber companies have left forests vulnerable to damage and depletion. In her research, Simard explores the finely honed cycles of regeneration forests inherently use to maintain themselves. From mushrooms breaking down logs to dying elder trees passing their genetic knowledge to younger growth, When the Forest Breathes presents these cycles as a key component in the protection and preservation of our forests. Working closely with Indigenous communities and the models of responsible forestry they've upheld over time, Simard examines the damage caused by industrialization and wide-scale human intervention– particularly the impact on the overstory's mother trees that are responsible for sharing intergenerational wisdom and supporting new growth. As Simard seeks to understand the importance of stewardship and how older lives can facilitate the conditions for new growth to flourish, she considers similar patterns of loss and regeneration in her own life. Savoring her final days with her ailing mother and watching her daughters grow into adults, Simard draws thoughtful parallels around what caretaking looks like within the forest and within our own communities. Animated by wonder and the urge to honor the tools that trees have honed over generations, When the Forest Breathes aims to use the lessons of the natural world to encourage paths of adaptability, resilience, cooperation, and valuing our forests. Dr. Suzanne Simard is the New York Times bestselling author of Finding the Mother Tree. She is a Professor of Forest Ecology at the University of British Columbia, where she leads The Mother Tree Project and co-directs the Belowground Ecosystem Group. Dr. Simard has earned a global reputation for pioneering research on tree connectivity and communication and the productivity, health, and biodiversity of forests. Her work has been published widely, with over 170 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, including Nature, Ecology, and Global Biology, and she has co-authored the book Climate Change and Variability. Her research has been communicated broadly through three TED Talks, TED Experiences, as well as articles and interviews in The New Yorker, National Geographic, NPR, CNN, and many more. She lives with her family in the mountains around Nelson, British Columbia. Lynda Mapes is a journalist, nature writer, and the author of six books on the natural and cultural history of the Pacific Northwest. Her previous publications include The Trees are Speaking and Orca: Shared Waters Shared Home. She was previously an environment reporter for the Seattle Times, focusing on nature, natural history, Native cultures and governments, and Pacific Northwest environmental news, where she was named a finalist for a team award for the Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting in 2025. Buy the Book When the Forest Breathes: Renewal and Resilience in the Natural World Elliott Bay Book Company

David Schlossberg, Senior Partner at Assured Concepts Group, joins Jon Hansen for a ‘Rest Assured’ Thursday. David shares how he can help you achieve a successful retirement and create experiences you’ll remember. For more information, visit assuredgroup.com or call 847-426-1077.

South Florida's dining landscape is the product of decades of immigration. Cuban, Haitian, Colombian, Venezuelan, and dozens of other communities have each added a layer to a food culture that is continuously evolving—and few people are better equipped to make sense of it than someone who grew up eating his way through it. In this episode, host Angie Orth sits down with Fort Lauderdale native Ryan Pfeffer, Senior Editor at The Infatuation, where he oversees restaurant coverage across South Florida. With years of on-the-ground reporting from the ventanitas of Little Havana to the pop-up scene in Wynwood, Ryan brings local fluency and a journalist's instinct to the table. You'll learn how decades of immigration shaped one of the most diverse dining cultures in the country, what dishes are truly native to this region, and how to build a realistic eating itinerary without burning away half your trip in traffic. Ryan breaks down the rituals every first-time visitor should know and explains why the best meal in South Florida is rarely the most obvious one.What You'll Learn:3:08 How successive waves of South American and Caribbean immigration gave Miami a food identity unlike anywhere else in the country8:17 What the cafecito ritual is, how to properly order it at a ventanita, and why it's a foundational piece of Miami culture13:55 How to find the freshest local seafood in South Florida without falling into tourist traps20:09 Why Palm Beach and the Florida Keys represent opposite ends of the South Florida food spectrum25:24 The one thing Ryan says every visitor must do when eating their way through South FloridaConnect with Ryan Pfeffer:Website: https://ryanpfeffer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanpfefferoni/What foods are you most excited to try in South Florida? Tell us in the comments! Connect with AAA:Book travel: https://aaa-text.co/travelingwithaaa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesPodcast: TravelingWithAAA.com

Success in the Christian life is not measured by relentless output, but by deep enjoyment and awe of God. The high-performer's journey is to move from striving to abiding, from anxious self-optimization to restful delight. This week, Stephanie challenges us to reconsider our definition of success: Will we dare to let our delight in God, and His delight in us, become our most treasured spiritual possession?Many Christians find themselves exhausted, seeking spirituality through constant effort rather than true joy. In our current series, Awaken Delight, we explore different ways that prevent us from living the reality of Psalm 37:4, Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.This week, we explore the dangers of "high-performance Christianity" and discover the invitation to redefine success by delighting in God rather than striving to impress Him.Our FREE gift to you today! An exclusive 30-day FREE recovery plan to rekindle your delight in God when you are feeling weary and exhausted in your faith: go to https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelightthepodcast and find the form for Episode 448. Give us your email, and you will receive the full plan in your inbox immediately!Let's be completely honest. Are you…Exhausted by trying to “feel” spiritual?Performing faith without real joy?Feeling unworthy despite consistent effort?Wondering if Psalm 37:4 really works?What if the problem isn't your faith, but the way you've been pursuing God? Delight isn't about effort; it's about learning how to receive God as your deepest joy.This isn't extra joy on Sundays. It's the foundation for deep delight in God which willstrengthen your prayer lifeprovide you with resilient peace,reframe your pain and suffering,transform your obedience into soul-satisfying joy.Many Christians become experts in prayer, service, and discipline but forget the joy of simple communion with God. This mindset measures spiritual health in terms of effort and accomplishment: “Did I pray enough? Did I do enough?”The Dangers:Spiritual Output over Relationship: Faith becomes a checklist of activities rather than a relationship rooted in love and delight.Performance Equals Worth: Feelings of worth rise and fall based on spiritual “productivity.” Rest becomes guilt-ridden and Sabbath feels inefficient.Comparisons and Insecurity: The high-performer compares their visible fruit to others', believing that more impact equals more favor from God.This mindset leads to spiritual dryness. High performers feel relationally undernourished: “Effective for God, but not really deeply at rest in God”. Growth is sought in results, but true spiritual maturity often appears slow, cyclical, and hidden. When setbacks arise, self-worth plummets, and failures feel catastrophic.At its core, this approach makes delight in God seem like a luxury reserved for the less “serious." But Scripture repeatedly calls delight foundational, not optional. "Delight in the Lord" is central — it deepens trust, strengthens endurance, and transforms work into worship.How do we shift from performance to delight? We must reorder our ambitions with God at the center. As Stephanie explains, “Your problem isn't that you're too serious, it's that you're too serious through the lens of a secular operating system”. The calling isn't to do less, but to let delight in God be the fuel, not the reward, of our efforts.Practical Steps:Identity Rooted in God's Delight: Our worth is anchored in God's unshakeable love, not our achievements.Work Flows from Delight: We work, rest, and strive not to prove ourselves, but out of the security that comes from being loved by God.Resilient Obedience: Obedience is rooted in delight, not desperation; failure or success does not shake our identity.Delighting in God is not just an emotion—it is a chosen, steady confidence that allows us to pursue excellence without fear. When rooted in God's love, ambition becomes resilient, setbacks less threatening, and rest becomes restorative. As Stephanie encourages, “Taste and see that the Lord is good”. This call is an invitation into a secure, unshakeable identity and delight —the true measure of success."Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 isn't a poetic suggestion — it's a promise. But many believers quietly assume it doesn't really work, or it's not really possible here on earth.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle invites you to rediscover what Scripture actually means by delight — not emotional hype, not religious performance, but a steady satisfaction rooted in who God is.Delight in God isn't a mood to manufacture; it's a relationship to receive.Through biblical theology and practical rhythms, you'll learn how communion with God reshapes suffering, quiets restless striving, and anchors your identity in something unshakable.Delighting in God isn't sentimental optimism. It's deeply rooted in Christ, Jesus.It's the quiet revolution that reshapes how we endure pain, love others, and understand our own heart.Awaken Delight is a theologically grounded spiritual formation book for thoughtful believers who feel spiritually fatigued and are ready to embrace the reality of Psalm 37:4.More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JKind words from Jennifer Rothschild, Bible teacher, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Founder, Fresh Grounded Faith:“Stephanie helps us awaken to and experience true delight. It is a rich mix of God's delight in you and your delight in him. This is the life you were made for, the life your soul deeply longs for. So, the table is set. Pull up a chair and let your heart sit alongside Stephanie. As your delight in God wakes up and becomes fully realized, you'll find a satisfaction in Christ that makes you want more and more.”Kind words from Amanda Jenkins, Lead creator of THE CHOSEN's literary content"I have yet to meet another person quite as eager to intimately know Jesus as Stephanie is. Her enthusiasm for the beauty found inside a thriving relationship with her Savior is downright contagious. Indeed, Stephanie's joy and faith and commitment to growth—along with her love for really good food!—will implant themselves in the hearts of readers. Lucky readers."Kind words from Os Guinness, Theologian, Social critic, Author, The Call "Stephanie addresses one of the greatest needs of Christians today. Knowing God is not knowing about God, but knowing Him genuinely and with desire and delight. She does so practically and helpfully, and in a style that sparkles with a verve and joy that is distinctively French."Kind words from Pippa Gumbel, Pioneer, The Alpha Course; Author, The Bible in one year with husband Nicky"Stephanie's love of God is inspiring and infectious. Her book is an invitation to share in that delight and to come to know God in new and wonderful ways." More at https://www.gospelspice.com/awakendelight Purchase the book, "Awaken Delight" by Stephanie Rousselle: https://a.co/d/0bqhUb5JSupport us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

It is perfect weather out and Ted shares some of his delectable Italian wines such as his Achellia Vermentino he highly recommends, different Asti's and much more tastes from Italy and we get into a couple questions with Ted as well! Check out any one of the ten Twin Cities and surrounding Haskells locations or visit haskells.com for the best deals and selection of wine and spirits!

Chef Keith Blauschild shares his journey through the culinary world, from early inspirations to refining his signature style in the kitchen. He also opens up about is love for Led Zeppelin, the unforgettable experience of meeting Jimmy Page and The Rolling Stones , and how music fuels his creativity

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Savoring Every Scoop: A Lesson in Living from Buenos Aires Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-06-05-07-38-19-es Story Transcript:Es: Mateo y Camila entraron a la heladería que estaba llena de colores vivos y decoraciones alegres.En: Mateo and Camila entered the ice cream shop that was full of bright colors and cheerful decorations.Es: El aroma dulce de los barquillos recién hechos flotaba en el aire.En: The sweet aroma of freshly made cones floated in the air.Es: Afuera, hacía frío, típico del invierno porteño, pero adentro el ambiente era cálido y acogedor.En: Outside, it was cold, typical of a winter in Buenos Aires, but inside the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.Es: Mateo, con su sonrisa traviesa, miró a Camila y dijo: "Quiero probar todos los sabores antes de que cierren."En: Mateo, with his mischievous smile, looked at Camila and said, "I want to try all the flavors before they close."Es: Camila levantó una ceja, un poco preocupada.En: Camila raised an eyebrow, a bit worried.Es: "¿Todos?En: "All of them?Es: Mateo, nos quedan veinte minutos antes de que cierren.En: Mateo, we only have twenty minutes before they close.Es: ¿Y si molestamos al personal?"En: What if we bother the staff?"Es: Mateo se rió, despreocupado.En: Mateo laughed, unconcerned.Es: "Vamos, Cami.En: "Come on, Cami.Es: Será divertido.En: It will be fun.Es: Prometo contarte un secreto si lo logramos."En: I promise to tell you a secret if we manage it."Es: Intrigada por la promesa, Camila accedió.En: Intrigued by the promise, Camila agreed.Es: Comenzaron su misión, llamando la atención del heladero.En: They started their mission, catching the attention of the ice cream server.Es: "Perdón, ¿podemos probar este?"En: "Excuse me, can we try this one?"Es: preguntó Mateo señalando el helado de dulce de leche.En: Mateo asked, pointing to the dulce de leche ice cream.Es: Camila, más cautelosa, pidió un poco de chocolate amargo.En: Camila, more cautious, requested a bit of dark chocolate.Es: Degustaron uno tras otro: frutilla, menta, banana split.En: They sampled one after another: strawberry, mint, banana split.Es: El tiempo corría y la preocupación de Camila aumentaba al ver cómo los empleados comenzaban a limpiar.En: Time was running and Camila's concern grew as she watched the staff begin to clean.Es: "Mateo, apurémonos," susurró ella.En: "Mateo, let's hurry," she whispered.Es: Sin embargo, Mateo, con una cucharita en la mano, dijo: "Solo quedan cinco más."En: However, Mateo, with a little spoon in hand, said, "Only five more to go."Es: Finalmente, con solo minutos para cerrar, estaban ante los últimos sabores.En: Finally, with just minutes left before closing, they were down to the last flavors.Es: Riendo entre ellos, casi corriendo entre la heladera y su mesa, lograron probarlos todos.En: Laughing among themselves, almost running between the ice cream counter and their table, they managed to try them all.Es: Exhaustos, los dos se sentaron mientras el personal se acercaba sonriendo.En: Exhausted, the two sat down as the staff approached smiling.Es: "Lo hicieron," dijo uno de los heladeros, su tono amistoso.En: "You did it," said one of the ice cream servers, in a friendly tone.Es: Mateo dio una palmadita en la espalda de Camila.En: Mateo gave Camila a pat on the back.Es: "Lo logramos, Cami.En: "We did it, Cami.Es: Y ahora, mi secreto," dijo dramatizando el momento.En: And now, my secret," he said, dramatizing the moment.Es: "Siempre quisiste saber por qué estoy tan feliz.En: "You've always wanted to know why I'm so happy.Es: La verdad es que en momentos como este, olvido preocuparme y simplemente disfruto."En: The truth is that in moments like this, I forget to worry and just enjoy."Es: Camila sonrió, sintiendo un pequeño cambio interno.En: Camila smiled, feeling a small internal change.Es: Ella aprendió a disfrutar más sin medir tanto las consecuencias.En: She learned to enjoy more without weighing the consequences so much.Es: Agradeció a Mateo por una tarde inolvidable, una tarde que le enseñó a disfrutar del momento.En: She thanked Mateo for an unforgettable afternoon, one that taught her to enjoy the moment.Es: Al salir de la heladería, con la puerta cerrándose detrás de ellos, ambos rieron.En: As they left the ice cream shop, with the door closing behind them, they both laughed.Es: Habían probado cada sabor, pero lo más importante, Camila había probado un nuevo enfoque para vivir.En: They had tried every flavor, but most importantly, Camila had tried a new approach to living. Vocabulary Words:the ice cream shop: la heladeríathe aroma: el aromathe atmosphere: el ambientemischievous: traviesato try: probarto bother: molestarthe staff: el personalunconcerned: despreocupadoto promise: prometerto manage: lograrthe mission: la misiónto catch attention: llamar la atencióncautious: cautelosadark chocolate: chocolate amargoto sample: degustarto hurry up: apurarsethe little spoon: la cucharitato whisper: susurrarto laugh: reírexhausted: exhaustosthe ice cream server: el heladerofriendly: amistosothe back: la espaldato dramatize: dramatizarto worry: preocuparsethe consequence: la consecuenciato teach: enseñarunforgettable: inolvidableto enjoy: disfrutarto close: cerrarse

If you would like to join live, please visit: SIT CLUB If you would like to donate to Davin as an energetic exchange for these offerings, please do so here: DONATE -- Born out of the pandemic, Sit Club began in September of 2020 and continues every Sunday morning at 10am CT. Typically an hour in length, an intimate group of all ages, genders and races, from all over the world gathers on Zoom to sit in guided meditation, contemplate a reading and then share in conversation. Each gathering is centered around a spiritual theme chosen and guided by Davin. Youngs Buddhism is often the framework through which the readings and practices are approached, but no particular religious or philosophical ideology is subscribed to.

Step into the fascinating world of Japanese spirits as we explore the artistry, heritage, and meticulous culture behind Japanese whisky. In this episode of Bourbon Lens, we sit down with House of Suntory's Advocacy Manager, James Bowker, to celebrate Toki Highball Week and deconstruct over a century of liquid craftsmanship.We track the incredible evolution of Japanese whisky, starting from Shinjiro Torii and the founding of the legendary Yamazaki Distillery. Discover how Japan's early isolation and cultural philosophies like kaizen (continuous improvement) and ichigo-ichie (treasuring the unrepeatable moment) shaped a production style distinctly different from Scotch and American whiskey.We break down the new strict labeling standards and regulations implemented to combat "fake" Japanese whiskies, giving you the knowledge to shop authentically. Plus, James guides us through a side-by-side tasting of the approachable Suntory Toki Classic versus the rich, smoky Toki Black expression. Finally, you'll learn the master techniques required to craft the perfect Japanese Highball at home, from precise water-to-whisky proportions to ice manipulation. Stream now and elevate your highball game!Episode Chapters & Timestamps:00:05 — Welcome and Overview of the Episode01:06 — The History of Japanese Whisky and Cultural Background02:32 — Shinjiro Torii and the Origins of House of Suntory03:57 — Craftsmanship and Blending Techniques in Japanese Whisky05:35 — Artistic and Cultural Influences: Hibiki, Hakushu, and Yamazaki08:17 — Suntory's Product Tiers and Core Portfolio Profiles10:42 — Fighting Counterfeits: New Japanese Whisky Standards and Certifications17:48 — Celebrating Toki Highball Week & the Ichigo-Ichie Philosophy19:17 — Masterclass: How to Craft an Authentic Japanese Highball at Home26:13 — Tasting & Comparison: Toki Classic vs. Toki Black Smoky Expression36:14 — Summer Culinary Pairings and Creative Whisky Cocktail InnovationsResources & Featured Links From the Show:The House of Suntory: Official WebsiteExplore the Lineup: Yamazaki, Hakushu, Hibiki, & Chita DistilleryIndustry Insights: Official JSLMA Japanese Whisky StandardsSupport the Show: Bourbon Lens Patreon / Bourbon LensSeven Cocktails & Bourbon Suntory 100 VideosSubscribe & Community Links

Join us as Jacquelyn Stephens, PhD, the Senior ResearchAssociate at Mather, shares insights on how cultivating positive emotions through “savoring” can boost resilience,social health, and longevity. Discover practical strategies to enhance your well-being and thrive at every stage of life.About Dr. Jacquelyn Stephens is a developmental-health psychologist who conducts research on factors that promote happier and healthier aging. Her research focuses on predictors of well-being across the lifespan, with an emphasis on the protective role of positive emotion in times of stress and adversity. Her research at Mather Institute has focused on how savoring the moment, a form of positive emotion regulation, can contribute to better well-being in older adults. She also evaluates internal Mather programsand initiatives. Prior to Mather, Dr. Stephens was a Postdoctoral ResearchFellow at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. She earned her PhD in Human Development and Social Policy from Northwestern University in 2022.Key Takeaways Positive emotions help us bounce back from stress, overcome adversity, bond with others, and spark creativity. Positive emotions are contagious. Sharing a positiveexperience with another person amplifies the joy and creates a deeper bond,Savoring is noticing something positive happening and amplifying it. Instead of letting something positive pass by, we notice and acknowledge it. Bask in the moment.Savoring has three different time orientations – reminiscing: present moment, and forward thinking/anticipatory . Older adults are good at being attuned to positive things in their environment and tend to be better at savoring in the moment than other generations. When we create a repertoire of positive experiences, we are more likely to reach out to other people and form reciprocal relationships to lift each other up.People feel better when they focus on small moments of joy every day. The goal is not to surround yourself with constant positivity, but to develop the tools and resilience needed to create a life of happiness, well-being, and meaning despite life's inevitable difficulties.Visit Mather Institute for reports on aging and well-being.For exclusive access to the Mather research study onsavoring ,visit: Within- and Between-Person Effects of Savoring Ability and Well-Being in Older Adults: A Longitudinal Study 

Fluent Fiction - French: Savoring Surprises at Nice's Enchanting Spring Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-05-30-22-34-02-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le marché de Nice est un lieu magique.En: The marché of Nice is a magical place.Fr: Chaque matin de printemps, il s'anime de voix joyeuses et de couleurs éclatantes.En: Every spring morning, it comes alive with joyful voices and vibrant colors.Fr: Les étals débordent de fruits juteux, de légumes croquants et d'épices parfumées.En: The stalls overflow with juicy fruits, crunchy vegetables, and fragrant spices.Fr: Les rayons du soleil illuminent les produits frais tandis que l'air marin caresse doucement le visage des visiteurs.En: The rays of the sun illuminate the fresh produce while the sea breeze gently caresses the faces of visitors.Fr: Éloise, avec son sac en toile sur l'épaule, se promène entre les stands.En: Éloise, with her cloth bag on her shoulder, strolls between the stands.Fr: Son but aujourd'hui est de trouver des ingrédients uniques pour surprendre ses amis lors d'un dîner.En: Her goal today is to find unique ingredients to surprise her friends at a dinner.Fr: À ses côtés, Thibault, toujours aussi organisé, consulte une liste de courses basiques.En: By her side, Thibault, always organized, consults a list of basic groceries.Fr: Il préfère les articles qu'il connaît bien.En: He prefers items he knows well.Fr: « Regarde, Thibault, ces olives! Et les tomates séchées! » Éloise s'exclame en s'arrêtant devant un étal aux couleurs vives.En: "Look, Thibault, these olives! And the dried tomatoes!" Éloise exclaims as she stops in front of a stall with bright colors.Fr: Camille, la vendeuse, leur sourit chaleureusement.En: Camille, the vendor, smiles warmly at them.Fr: « Bonjour! » dit Camille en leur tendant une coupelle avec un échantillon de sa tapenade maison.En: "Bonjour!" says Camille as she hands them a small dish with a sample of her homemade tapenade.Fr: Éloise goûte.En: Éloise tastes it.Fr: Une explosion de saveurs envahit sa bouche.En: An explosion of flavors fills her mouth.Fr: Elle imagine déjà cette tapenade sur du pain croustillant, accompagnée d'un verre de vin rouge.En: She already imagines this tapenade on crispy bread, accompanied by a glass of red wine.Fr: Thibault, un peu réticent, fronce les sourcils.En: Thibault, a bit hesitant, furrows his brow.Fr: « Peut-être... C'est hors budget, non? » dit-il prudemment.En: "Maybe... Is it out of budget, isn't it?" he says cautiously.Fr: Camille, observant leur hésitation, explique avec passion : « Mes produits sont faits à la main.En: Camille, observing their hesitation, explains with passion: "My products are handmade.Fr: Chaque pot est plein de saveurs authentiques de Provence. »En: Each jar is full of authentic Provence flavors."Fr: Éloise hésite.En: Éloise hesitates.Fr: Elle veut épater ses amis, mais elle doit aussi faire attention à son budget.En: She wants to impress her friends, but she also has to watch her budget.Fr: L'enthousiasme de Camille et le goût de la tapenade la troublent.En: Camille's enthusiasm and the taste of the tapenade trouble her.Fr: Elle prend une grande inspiration.En: She takes a deep breath.Fr: « Je vais prendre un pot, » déclare Éloise fermement, décidée à ajouter une touche d'originalité à son repas.En: "I'll take a jar," Éloise declares firmly, determined to add a touch of originality to her meal.Fr: Thibault, intrigué par la détermination de son amie et la qualité des produits, se décide.En: Thibault, intrigued by his friend's determination and the quality of the products, makes up his mind.Fr: « Peut-être devrais-je essayer quelque chose de nouveau aussi, » admet-il en prenant un petit sachet d'herbes provençales.En: "Maybe I should try something new too," he admits, taking a small bag of herbes de Provence.Fr: Le marché continue de bruire autour d'eux alors qu'ils repartent, satisfaits.En: The market continues to buzz around them as they leave, satisfied.Fr: Éloise repart avec des ingrédients prometteurs.En: Éloise leaves with promising ingredients.Fr: Elle a appris à faire confiance à son intuition et à oser.En: She has learned to trust her intuition and to dare.Fr: Thibault, de son côté, réalise que sortir de sa routine peut être agréable.En: Thibault, on his side, realizes that stepping out of his routine can be enjoyable.Fr: Tous deux, enrichis par l'expérience, pressent le pas.En: Both enriched by the experience, they quicken their pace.Fr: Le dîner s'annonce délicieusement surprenant.En: The dinner is shaping up to be deliciously surprising. Vocabulary Words:the market: le marchémagical: magiquespring: le printempsthe stalls: les étalsjuicy: juteuxcrunchy: croquantfragrant: parfuméthe sea breeze: l'air marinto stroll: se promenerthe stands: les standsthe goal: le butthe dinner: le dînerorganized: organiséthe groceries: les coursesthe olives: les olivesthe dried tomatoes: les tomates séchéesthe vendor: la vendeusethe tapenade: la tapenadecrispy: croustillanthesitant: réticentto furrow: froncerthe brow: les sourcilsthe budget: le budgethandmade: fait à la mainthe jar: le potauthentic: authentiqueto impress: épaterto hesitate: hésiterthe intuition: l'intuitionto dare: oser

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Savoring Spring: A City Girl's Farm Fresh Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-05-24-07-38-19-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede blidt over gården.En: The sun shone gently over the farmyard.Da: Fuglene sang, og duften af friske urter fyldte luften.En: The birds sang, and the scent of fresh herbs filled the air.Da: Mikkel stillede kasser med sprøde gulerødder og saftige æbler op på boderne under det store egetræ.En: Mikkel arranged boxes of crisp carrots and juicy apples on the stands under the big oak tree.Da: Farverne stod stærkt mod det frodige grønne.En: The colors stood out vividly against the lush green.Da: Gården havde travlt denne forårsdag.En: The farm was busy this spring day.Da: Sofie, som netop var ankommet fra byen, gik forsigtigt hen langs stierne.En: Sofie, who had just arrived from the city, walked cautiously along the paths.Da: Hun kunne allerede mærke, hvordan den friske luft fyldte hende med en ny energi.En: She could already feel how the fresh air filled her with new energy.Da: Men hun var skeptisk.En: But she was skeptical.Da: Kunne disse grøntsager virkelig være bedre end dem fra supermarkedet?En: Could these vegetables really be better than those from the supermarket?Da: Mikkel så hende og vinkede med et stort smil.En: Mikkel saw her and waved with a big smile.Da: "Velkommen til vores gård!En: "Welcome to our farm!Da: Lad mig vise dig rundt," sagde han opmuntret.En: Let me show you around," he said encouragingly.Da: Sofie tøvede et øjeblik, men besluttede sig for at tage imod tilbuddet.En: Sofie hesitated for a moment but decided to take him up on the offer.Da: Hun ønskede virkelig at forstå mere om, hvordan maden blev til.En: She truly wanted to understand more about how the food was produced.Da: De gik langs de rækker af planter, der strakte sig under solen.En: They walked along the rows of plants stretching under the sun.Da: "Vi dyrker alt organisk her," forklarede Mikkel stolt.En: "We grow everything organically here," Mikkel explained proudly.Da: "Det betyder ingen kemikalier.En: "That means no chemicals.Da: Vi passer på planterne som en del af naturen."En: We take care of the plants as part of nature."Da: Sofie spurgte nysgerrigt, "Hvorfor er det bedre?En: Sofie asked curiously, "Why is that better?Da: Det ser jo meget arbejde ud."En: It seems like a lot of work."Da: "Ja," svarede Mikkel, "men det gør det frugtbart og sundt.En: "Yes," replied Mikkel, "but it makes it fruitful and healthy.Da: Jorden fejrer det.En: The soil celebrates it.Da: Planterne ved, at vi tager os af dem."En: The plants know we take care of them."Da: Mens de gik, så Sofie hvordan Mikkel og hans arbejdere kærligt plejede planterne.En: As they walked, Sofie saw how Mikkel and his workers lovingly tended to the plants.Da: Hun så en bi sværme fra blomst til blomst, og hun kunne se, hvordan hver detalje betød noget.En: She watched a bee drift from flower to flower, and she could see how every detail mattered.Da: På et tidspunkt stoppede de foran et bed med jordbær, hvor solen ramte rigtigt.En: At one point, they stopped in front of a patch of strawberries, where the sun hit just right.Da: "Smag disse," sagde Mikkel og plukkede et par bær for at give hende.En: "Taste these," said Mikkel, picking a few berries to give her.Da: Sofie tog en bid, og smilet bredte sig hurtigt på hendes ansigt.En: Sofie took a bite, and a smile quickly spread across her face.Da: Smagen var overraskende sød og fyldig.En: The taste was surprisingly sweet and rich.Da: Da eftermiddagen skred frem, begyndte Sofie at forstå.En: As the afternoon progressed, Sofie began to understand.Da: Hun så ikke bare produkterne som varer, men som resultatet af en dedikeret proces.En: She saw the products not just as goods, but as the result of a dedicated process.Da: I slutningen af turen stod hun ved boderne igen, nu med en kurv fuld af grøntsager og en nyvunden respekt for arbejdet bag.En: At the end of the tour, she stood by the stands again, now with a basket full of vegetables and a newfound respect for the work behind it.Da: "Tak, Mikkel," sagde hun, da hun var ved at gå.En: "Thank you, Mikkel," she said as she was about to leave.Da: "Jeg tror, jeg bliver nødt til at komme tilbage.En: "I think I'll have to come back.Da: Jeg har lært meget i dag."En: I've learned a lot today."Da: Mikkel nikkede tilfreds.En: Mikkel nodded satisfied.Da: "Vi er her altid for dem, der ønsker at lære," svarede han.En: "We're always here for those who want to learn," he replied.Da: For første gang følte han, at hans arbejde virkelig blev værdsat.En: For the first time, he felt that his work was truly appreciated.Da: På vej hjem kunne Sofie næsten smage inspirationen i luften.En: On her way home, Sofie could almost taste the inspiration in the air.Da: Hun vidste, at hun ville tænke nøje over, hvor hendes mad kom fra fremover.En: She knew she would carefully consider where her food came from in the future.Da: Gården skulle blive hendes nye favoritsted.En: The farm was to become her new favorite place.Da: Sådan blev en simpel eftermiddag på gården begyndelsen på en ny forståelse for Sofie, og en styrket tillid for Mikkel.En: Thus, a simple afternoon on the farm became the beginning of a new understanding for Sofie, and a strengthened confidence for Mikkel.Da: Foråret havde bragt en større forbindelse mellem land og by, og begge så frem til det, der nu skulle komme.En: Spring had brought a greater connection between land and city, and both looked forward to what was to come. Vocabulary Words:gently: blidtscent: duftenherbs: urtercrisp: sprødelush: frodigecautiously: forsigtigtskeptical: skeptisksupermarket: supermarkedetwaved: vinkedeencouragingly: opmuntrethesitated: tøvedeorganically: organiskchemicals: kemikalierfruitful: frugtbarttended: plejededrift: sværmededicated: dedikeretnewfound: nyvundensatisfied: tilfredsappreciated: værdsatinspiration: inspirationenconsider: tænkesimple: simpelstrengthened: styrketconnection: forbindelsededicated process: dedikeret processtood out: stod stærktpath: stierneproduct: produkterbasket: kurv

Today’s program we revisit some of our top interviews in the past 90 days. An expert with KPMG talks about the weight loss craze and the impact it’s having on local businesses. The President of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association talks about what his members are seeing as everybody tries to shed a few pounds. We also hear from Scott Ferson, author of the new book, How the Democrats Lost America. And finally Kenneth Albert of Vermont explains the importance of the upcoming federal designation for an official wine district. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savoring means fully inhabiting positive experiences, allowing them to fill you up rather than rushing past them. This guide explores slowing down to appreciate good moments, consciously extending pleasure and gratitude, and training your brain to notice what is going well. The quiet moment is where you practice savoring the simple gifts of being alive—the taste of food, the warmth of sun, the presence of people you love.

 Summer can feel overwhelming, especially when you are carrying the full weight of parenting alone. In this episode, we talk about how to move from simply surviving the summer to intentionally savoring it. With changing routines, increased demands, and the emotions that can surface in this season, preparation and perspective matter. This conversation offers encouragement to create a peaceful rhythm in your home, build meaningful moments with your children, and trust God to meet you in this unique season.Takeaways:Build your summer with wisdom and intentionGuard the margins of your daysProtect rest through boundariesCreate rhythms that bring peaceConnect with Perspective Ministries: Website: perspectiveministries.org Instagram: @perspectiveministries Facebook: Perspective Ministries

Nathan talks with Grace Pouch about her new book Savoring Childhood and how small steps toward a slower, simpler lifestyle create space for a deeply rooted life of love for God and others.Grace's book Savoring ChildhoodA few excerpts:A sample chapter from the publisher"Animal Friends""Simple Tastes""Joy is in the Waiting" on Christianity TodayGrace's website gracepouch.comFollow along for reflections on family life, spiritual formation, and the slow work of renewal on Grace's Substack @GrapplePie, and on Instagram @Grace.Pate.Pouch 

Welcome back to the final installment of my interview with John Glynn, author of the brand new novel “The Lost Book of Lancelot,” a queer retelling of the legend of Camelot–think Heated Rivalry set in King Arthur's court.John is also the author of “Out East: Memoir of a Montauk Summer” that oprah.com called "A moving account of the particular sort of loneliness that descends when you know you're unhappy but don't quite know why."In addition to being an author and freelance writer, John is the editorial director of Hanover Square Press, an imprint of HarperCollins.In today's episode we're talking about where John's throughline may be leading him next and we'll also talk about some lighter, yet still vitally important topics, like what he's been watching, reading, listening to, and fantasizing about eating lately.We covered:- Toying with two different ideas on what book to work on next- The memoir he reads a few pages of before he sits down to write- How he's navigating this really busy time of promoting a new book while also working full-time- Why he drinks iced coffee year round- The brand new memoir he stayed up too late to finishConnect with John on Instagram at @glynner85.For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com.Thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this conversation, we speak with John Sweat, Jared Ebert, Dewey Dovel, James Edwards, Justin Miller, and Jason Gunter on their new book "From Dust to Glory: The Fourfold State of Man." The aim of this joint project by the Savoring the Savior Fellows is to unpack the theology of the fourfold state of man for the building up of the ordinary Christian. Because we are created for God, our souls find their only true Sabbath in Him. Through the Scriptures, God provides the dual knowledge of the Creator and the self—a knowledge that guards against idolatry and anchors the soul in true worship. Grasping this story of dust to glory will cause you to long to be increasingly transformed into the image of God in Christ and long to enter the state of glory with Him.  Pick up your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Dust-Glory-Fourfold-State-Man/dp/B0GSZQPCBY/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3TLZYQK571NMA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YsBuCmsaZWItIhrHC9OoTSrnykXUpCIxohMCMKOl_evQrvBn0SM4ws-asw9_b7mJbh3sSnNj8ylUWxIRLjPyO1FlhdlQrXfcbDor8xFWIiwtW_VTg4PcIrh1n_FxvvE3z6-4fVtnkg3bG3aeczPqi0mUSZ3zWQE7UP7-0yuJSNApstvOCR6FKMKQWRDHD38aDF4AzZl5_QKZBL8kkAS1bYp0OQr7gRUmHT_V1z6v5ec.eFOSyJX-btYZZx_mYfr05Abx2chNmX8YLsx4reCFpbA&dib_tag=se&keywords=Dust+to+Glory&qid=1777315229&s=books&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=dust+to+glory%2Cstripbooks%2C137&sr=1-3

In this conversation, we speak with John Sweat, Jared Ebert, Dewey Dovel, James Edwards, Justin Miller, and Jason Gunter on their new book "From Dust to Glory: The Fourfold State of Man." The aim of this joint project by the Savoring the Savior Fellows is to unpack the theology of the fourfold state of man for the building up of the ordinary Christian. Because we are created for God, our souls find their only true Sabbath in Him. Through the Scriptures, God provides the dual knowledge of the Creator and the self—a knowledge that guards against idolatry and anchors the soul in true worship. Grasping this story of dust to glory will cause you to long to be increasingly transformed into the image of God in Christ and long to enter the state of glory with Him.  Pick up your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Dust-Glory-Fourfold-State-Man/dp/B0GSZQPCBY/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3TLZYQK571NMA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YsBuCmsaZWItIhrHC9OoTSrnykXUpCIxohMCMKOl_evQrvBn0SM4ws-asw9_b7mJbh3sSnNj8ylUWxIRLjPyO1FlhdlQrXfcbDor8xFWIiwtW_VTg4PcIrh1n_FxvvE3z6-4fVtnkg3bG3aeczPqi0mUSZ3zWQE7UP7-0yuJSNApstvOCR6FKMKQWRDHD38aDF4AzZl5_QKZBL8kkAS1bYp0OQr7gRUmHT_V1z6v5ec.eFOSyJX-btYZZx_mYfr05Abx2chNmX8YLsx4reCFpbA&dib_tag=se&keywords=Dust+to+Glory&qid=1777315229&s=books&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=dust+to+glory%2Cstripbooks%2C137&sr=1-3

Send us Fan MailA small, manageable Jesus won't survive contact with real life. We go after a bigger vision: Christ as fully divine, eternal with no beginning, unchanging in character, and unrivaled in knowledge and wisdom. He doesn't merely influence the universe, he upholds it by the word of his power. That means his supremacy reaches from galaxies to molecules, from storms and sickness to governments, elections, and the headlines that make you ask, “Where is God?”We also refuse to dodge the sharper edges of the Bible's portrait. Jesus is pure and trustworthy, patient and tender, but he is also just and holy, with real wrath against evil and real authority to judge. If you've ever wondered how Christians can speak about hope while facing atrocities, suffering, or a world that feels out of control, we connect the dots between Christ's sovereign rule and the promise that injustice will not get the last word.Then we get painfully honest about what blocks us from enjoying this Christ. The deepest obstacle isn't distraction alone; it's our guilt before a holy God. The good news lands with force: Jesus becomes a curse for us, absorbs wrath, and provides the righteousness we could never produce. And that leads to the surprising climax for anyone searching for “what is the gospel” or “why Jesus matters”: the best gift isn't only forgiveness or even eternal life. The best gift is seeing and savoring Jesus himself.Listen, share with a friend who needs a bigger Christ, and if this strengthened your faith, subscribe and leave a review. Support the show

We're in our new "month of renewal" format. We're essentially exploring this question throughout the month... what if growth required less effort? This is an encore episode that helps us answer this question. Reminder that we'll be back with new episodes May 1, 2026.  In this episode of Joy Lab, Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek dismantle the idea that balance is a fixed destination you arrive at someday — once the laundry is done, the inbox is empty, and the kids are listening. Spoiler: that day is not coming. Instead, Henry and Aimee reframe equanimity as an active, embodied practice — more like balancing on one foot than standing rigidly still. Drawing on the metaphor of the Equinox, the rhythm of the ocean, and the very real signals your nervous system sends when you've overloaded your plate, they offer two practical, evidence-informed strategies: releasing perfectionism and cultivating outer stillness through the radical act of doing less. Whether you're recovering from burnout, drowning in self-help listicles, or just tired of waiting to feel balanced before you start living, this episode is your permission slip to recalibrate — right now, imperfectly, and with grace.   About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an Ambie-nominated podcast that blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, ease anxiety, and uplift mood. Join Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek for practical, mindfulness-based tools and positive psychology strategies to build resilience and create lasting joy. Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with the Joy Lab Program.   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! 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[00:03:45] Physical balance as a mirror for life balance Henry reflects on aging, illness, and how something we once took for granted can become a major effort — and what that teaches us. [00:05:30] When life knocks your reserves out — anxiety, depression, significant stress What once seemed doable can feel insurmountable. Normalizing the experience of losing your footing. [00:06:00] The Equinox metaphor for balance Twice a year, day and night are perfectly balanced — and it lasts a moment. Nature doesn't fight the shift. It flows. [00:07:30] Savoring moments of calm and preparing for inevitable shifts The Equinox teaches us to appreciate balance when we find it — and not to be blindsided when it moves on. [00:08:45] Balancing on one foot — balance is in the balancing Aimee reframes physical balance as wobbling, reassessing, and rebalancing — not rigidity. An invitation to ease up on yourself. 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What does sex that isn't mostly about orgasm look like? What does it mean to really savor your lovemaking? Slide your chair up to our (bistro) table this week and let's discuss! Sponsor Every Love Intimates has a great Date Night Subscription box and also sells quality lingerie and single-night date boxes. Check them out! From the Bible For your Maker is your husband—     the Lord Almighty is his name— the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer;     he is called the God of all the earth. Isaiah 54:5 I will betroth you to me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in love and compassion. Hosea 2:19 "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh." This is a profound mystery—but I am talking about Christ and the church. Ephesians 5:31–32 Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Psalm 127:3 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. John 10:10 (ESV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22–23 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13:4–7  Resources What Are the Real Purposes of Sex? - Hot, Holy & Humorous Episode 254: From Passion to Connection (Quickie) Episode 114: Pursuing Playfulness in Sexual Intimacy The Four Horsemen: Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling | The Gottman Institute Couples Recovery and FANOS Check-in – Bethesda Workshops My Favorite Feeling During Sex (And It's Not Orgasm) - Hot, Holy & Humorous Foreplay – Webinar TROJAN Extended Pleasure Condoms | Amazon Durex Performax Intense Natural Rubber Latex Condoms | Amazon Exploring Exercise for Premature Ejaculation (including the pause-squeeze technique) Thanks for joining us at the virtual kitchen table for another great chat! We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon. You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives If you want to contribute without using Patreon, you can donate here. If you could, leave a rating and/or review so that others can find the show. Please also check out our website and webinars at forchristianwives.com. And visit our individual ministry pages for more resources as well: Strong Wives - Bonny Burns Honeycomb & Spice - Chris Taylor Hot, Holy & Humorous - J. Parker 

We live in an instant society, a world that values fast-paced living and immediate gratification. What is that doing to us? And what is it doing to our children? Author Grace Pouch gives practical ideas for parents and grandparents to simplify the family calendar to make space for deep connection with God and each other. Hear more about savoring childhood on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Savoring Childhood: Practical Wisdom for Slowing Down by Grace P. Pouch April thank you gift:Not Old, Not Young, Not Done: Following Jesus in Your 50s and 60s by Christopher Ash Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here.Become a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jesus preached the gospel of the Kin-dom. Not a kingdom of domination and accumulated power, but a realm of kinship, mutual care, right relationship, and life lived in abundance together. In this closing conversation of the Kin-dom Rising series, Charlie and Brian ask what that actually looks like when it shows up in ordinary life. They trace the long argument between those who said the Kin-dom is here now and those who found it more convenient to push it off into the far future. They talk about anxiety, Babylon, meaning, the beatitudes, casseroles from neighbors, and what it means to savor life rather than consume it. This is theology from the inside, two people who have been practicing this faith for decades, thinking out loud together about what it asks of us and what it offers in return.Creation's Paths is a Christopagan Creation Spirituality community rooted in the conviction that creation is original blessing, not original sin. If this episode found you at the right moment, you are welcome here.New to Creation's Paths? Start here: https://www.creationspaths.com/p/start-hereThe book: Creation's Paths: A Creation Spirituality Primer https://www.amazon.com/dp/1972869019Educational resources: https://wisdomscry.comThis work is listener and reader supported. If it has been nourishing to you, the most direct way to sustain it is a paid Substack subscription: it keeps the teaching flowing and the community growing. All are welcome here regardless of financial capacity. Spiritual nourishment should flow freely to all who seek it.Become a paid subscriber: Other ways to support: Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett Patreon: https://patreon.com/cedorsett Cash App: https://cash.app/$CreationsPathsFind us: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.com Threads: https://www.threads.net/@creationspaths Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/#KinDomOfGod #BabylonAndTheKinDom #SavorNotConsume #JesusTeachings #PresentKingdom #ChristianMysticism #ProgressiveChristianity #Christopagan #CreationSpirituality #CreationsPathsChapters:00:00 Opening Reflection: The Kingdom vs. Imperial Power01:16 Announcements: Church of the Oak & Upcoming Series02:05 Book Announcement: Creation's Paths05:09 Announcement: The Risen Gospel of Jesus (Easter Series)06:21 What Is the Kin-dom? Defining the Kingdom of Jesus07:05 Is the Kingdom Now or Later? The Pelagius vs. Augustine Debate10:33 The Kingdom as a State of Mind: Heaven, Hell, and How You Live24:45 Babylon Is Always in the Room: Anxiety and the Kingdom25:39 Savoring vs. Consuming: Reclaiming Life from Babylon's Mindset31:02 Closing Reflections & Series Wrap-Up32:56 Closing Prayer Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe

In this episode, the Dr. Anna Marie with Jodi Wellman, founder of 4000 Mondays, about using the reality of our mortality as a powerful motivator to actually live. Drawing from her personal story of losing her mother, her work in positive psychology, and the concept of "memento mori," Jodi explains how acknowledging death can wake us up from autopilot, help us savor ordinary moments, and push us to avoid "pre-grets"—the regrets we're on track to have if we don't course-correct now. They explore savoring past, present, and future, living both wider (more fun, vitality) and deeper (more meaning, purpose), and taking small but bold actions to get off the sidelines of our own lives.   Key Points Using the Grim Reaper / memento mori as motivation to truly live Waking up from autopilot and choosing a "squander‑free" life Jodi's mom's unfulfilled dreams as a powerful wake‑up call Leaving a comfortable corporate job for more meaningful work Creating 4000 Mondays and using "mortality math" to spark urgency Savoring past, present, and future moments to feel more alive Balancing life wider (fun, vitality) and deeper (meaning, purpose) Noticing that disappointment and fear keep us from big dreams Understanding regrets of omission (what we never try) hurt the most Taking one small, concrete action now as a vote for being fully alive Connect with Jodi Wellman: Jodi Wellman is a leading authority on living lives worth living. As a TEDx speaker, researcher, and author, she helps people live squander-free lives while they're lucky enough to still be above ground—starting with the "big end" in mind. She named her business Four Thousand Mondays to shine a light on the finite number of weeks we have to truly live with intention. She holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she serves as an Assistant Instructor in the master's program and a trainer in the world-renowned Penn Resilience Program. Through her research, she developed a model that teaches the interplay between living wider (with vitality) and deeper (with meaning), empowering people to experience life more fully. A certified coach with 25 years of corporate leadership experience, she has coached hundreds of companies, teams, leaders, and individuals over thousands of hours to "carpe diem" at a highly advanced level. She regularly speaks on this topic, including her TEDx talk with over 1.3 million views, How Death Can Bring You Back to Life, and her book, You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets.   Connect with Jodi: Email: jodi@fourthousandmondays.com Website: https://fourthousandmondays.com/ Connect with Anna: Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com Instagram: @happywholeyou Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie Facebook: Happy Whole You LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank Venmo: @happywholeyou

Pope Leo XIV's first Easter message, where he called for global peace amidst conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war and the US-Israeli war on Iran. The "messy" irony lies in the transition from a solemn papal address on world "ravaged by wars" to the interpersonal "messiness" and psychological pathology discussed in the following segments.   The Anti-Inflammatory Power of Basil Basil contains a high concentration of Eugenol. In the world of natural chemistry, Eugenol is a "blocker"—it actually works similarly to over-the-counter NSAIDs (like Ibuprofen) by inhibiting the enzymes (COX-2) that cause swelling and pain in the joint. How it adds to your Aloe-Herb Salve: Adding Basil creates a "Triple Threat" for your severe arthritis: Rosemary: Increases local circulation (brings blood flow to the joint). Lemon Balm: Calms the "angry" sensory nerves around the kneecap. Basil: Acts as the heavy-duty anti-inflammatory to reduce the actual swelling. Savoring the Silence & Protecting the Peace. You can't fix stupid, and you certainly can't fix a narcissist. But you can fix your boundaries. If every time you share a win, you get a grunt, stop sharing the win. Build your 'Silent Resort' and invite people who know how to celebrate. Your joy is too expensive to be spent on someone who is committed to being miserable. Protect that peace! Federation is a hard sci-fi crossover; it functions as a secular Passion play. It tells the story of a man (Cochrane) who suffers through a global apocalypse (WWIII), offers humanity "salvation" through the light of warp drive, disappears (dies to the world), and is ultimately "resurrected" through the grace of an alien entity and the legacy he leaves behind. The Bravo-verse: A Masterclass in Internalized Bias & Bozoma St. John, Gamer Recognized Game. I don't think I am kissing up, I am calling a spade a spade. And Boz St. John is calling 4-a possible- 5, yelling Domino, Uno Reverse-draw 4-Uno on those b@@@chs.      Just when I thought I was going to leave Reality TV commentary to the pros, here comes Ciara Miller and The Boz of it all....While the underfed hippos are snapping in the fake LA swamp, Bozoma is playing the Kobayashi Maru of the C-Suite. She didn't come to win the game; she came to audit the players and then unplug the board. Checkmate. Meeting Adjourned.   Check out my music on Spotify and Apple or wherever you listen to music! The official videos are on YouTube. Stream and stream often! Navigate to https://linktr.ee/tnfroisreading to check out all coffee and book options. Seasonal Affective Disorder Is Treatable and all of us should be about fixing our mental health always.... If you are searching for help and direction in your struggles with depression and addiction Call 1-800-273-8255 Available 24 hours everyday   There is also an online chat feature https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/   And if Vodka is the problem, call  1-800-662-HELP (4357) for 24/7 help. Please reach out to find joy in this season!

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Savoring Success: The Chianti Winery's Easter Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-04-01-22-34-01-it Story Transcript:It: La primavera inondava il Chianti di colori e profumi, tingendo le colline di verde brillante e riempiendo l'aria del dolce aroma dei fiori.En: Spring was flooding the Chianti with colors and scents, painting the hills a brilliant green and filling the air with the sweet aroma of flowers.It: In un angolo della comunità recintata, il sole mattutino si rifletteva sulle vigne curate amorevolmente da Giulia, Matteo e Lorenzo.En: In a corner of the gated community, the morning sun reflected off the vineyards lovingly tended by Giulia, Matteo, and Lorenzo.It: Ognuno di loro aveva un sogno, un desiderio comune: fare del loro piccola cantina un gioiello della regione.En: Each of them had a dream, a shared desire: to make their small winery a jewel of the region.It: Giulia scrutava i filari di vite con occhio critico.En: Giulia scrutinized the rows of vines with a critical eye.It: Era determinata.En: She was determined.It: Questa Pasqua, aveva deciso, sarebbe stata diversa.En: This Easter, she had decided, would be different.It: Avrebbe creato un nuovo blend, un vino che avrebbe raccontato la bellezza della terra in cui era cresciuta.En: She would create a new blend, a wine that would tell the story of the beauty of the land where she had grown up.It: Ma non era facile.En: But it wasn't easy.It: Le insicurezze la tormentavano.En: Insecurities tormented her.It: E poi c'era Matteo.En: And then there was Matteo.It: “Giulia, davvero possiamo permetterci questa nuova miscelazione?”, chiese Matteo, mentre scorrevano insieme i conti.En: “Giulia, can we really afford this new blend?” asked Matteo, as they went through the accounts together.It: La preoccupazione per la situazione finanziaria del winery era evidente sul suo volto, solitamente sereno.En: The concern for the winery's financial situation was evident on his usually calm face.It: Giulia sospirò, la determinazione nei suoi occhi non vacillava.En: Giulia sighed, the determination in her eyes unwavering.It: "Dobbiamo rischiare, o rimarremo fermi.En: "We have to take a risk, or we'll remain stuck.It: Ho un buon presentimento su questo vino."En: I have a good feeling about this wine."It: Lorenzo, con il suo solito fascino, interruppe.En: Lorenzo, with his usual charm, interjected.It: “Amici, lasciate che me ne occupi.En: “Friends, let me handle it.It: Un marketing giusto, e questo vino potrà essere sulla bocca di tutti.” Le giornate di preparazione volavano.En: With the right marketing, this wine could be on everyone's lips.” The days of preparation flew by.It: Mentre Giulia si dedicava alla perfezione del suo blend, Lorenzo ideava una campagna pubblicitaria degna di nota.En: While Giulia devoted herself to perfecting her blend, Lorenzo devised a noteworthy advertising campaign.It: Le bottiglie erano pronte, e il giorno di Pasqua finalmente giunse.En: The bottles were ready, and Easter day finally arrived.It: Il sole baciava il cortile della loro villa mentre gli ospiti iniziavano ad arrivare.En: The sun kissed the courtyard of their villa as the guests began to arrive.It: Tovaglie bianche e fiori di pesco adornavano i tavoli.En: White tablecloths and peach blossoms adorned the tables.It: Poi fu il momento.En: Then the moment came.It: Giulia, con le mani tremanti, versò il vino nei calici degli ospiti.En: Giulia, with trembling hands, poured the wine into the guests' glasses.It: Tutti attesero il primo sorso, la tensione palpabile nell'aria.En: Everyone awaited the first sip, the tension palpable in the air.It: Gli occhi dei presenti brillavano di sorpresa e piacere.En: The eyes of those present shone with surprise and pleasure.It: Dalle loro labbra uscivano parole di lode, e Giulia sentì il cuore leggero come non mai.En: Words of praise came from their lips, and Giulia felt her heart lighter than ever.It: Matteo le strinse una spalla, sorridendo felice, e capì quanto fosse stato giusto fidarsi di lei.En: Matteo squeezed her shoulder, smiling happily, and understood how right it had been to trust her.It: Lorenzo, orgoglioso, già pensava alle nuove strategie.En: Lorenzo, proud, was already thinking of new strategies.It: Ma ora il loro piccolo sogno era realtà.En: But now their small dream was a reality.It: La cantina, il loro vino, era sulla bocca di tutti, e non solo per le parole altisonanti di Lorenzo, ma per il sapore autentico che Giulia aveva creato.En: The winery, their wine, was on everyone's lips, not just for Lorenzo's high-flown words, but for the authentic flavor that Giulia had created.It: In mezzo alla folla, Giulia sorrise alzando il calice, finalmente sicura delle sue capacità.En: In the midst of the crowd, Giulia smiled, raising her glass, finally confident in her abilities.It: La sfida era vinta, e una nuova pagina del loro viaggio iniziava a scriversi sullo sfondo delle colline del Chianti.En: The challenge was won, and a new chapter of their journey was beginning to write itself against the backdrop of the Chianti hills. Vocabulary Words:the vineyard: la vignathe scent: il profumothe aroma: l'aromathe insecurity: l'insicurezzathe vineyard: la vignathe vine: la vitethe blend: il blendthe wine: il vinothe desire: il desiderioto scrutinize: scrutareto torment: tormentarethe account: il contothe advertising campaign: la campagna pubblicitariathe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe determination: la determinazionethe marketing: il marketingto devise: idearenoteworthy: degna di notathe hill: la collinathe villa: la villathe peach blossom: il fiore di pescothe tablecloth: la tovagliathe glass: il calicethe guest: l'ospitepalpable: palpabilethe heart: il cuoreto trust: fidarsithe strategy: la strategiaproud: orgogliosoauthentic: autentico

Savoring

   ਧਨਾਸਰੀ ਮਹਲਾ ੧ ॥ ਜੀਵਾ ਤੇਰੈ ਨਾਇ ਮਨਿ ਆਨੰਦੁ ਹੈ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਸਾਚੋ ਸਾਚਾ ਨਾਉ ਗੁਣ ਗੋਵਿੰਦੁ ਹੈ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਗੁਰ ਗਿਆਨੁ ਅਪਾਰਾ ਸਿਰਜਣਹਾਰਾ ਜਿਨਿ ਸਿਰਜੀ ਤਿਨਿ ਗੋਈ ॥ ਪਰਵਾਣਾ ਆਇਆ ਹੁਕਮਿ ਪਠਾਇਆ ਫੇਰਿ ਨ ਸਕੈ ਕੋਈ ॥ ਆਪੇ ਕਰਿ ਵੇਖੈ ਸਿਰਿ ਸਿਰਿ ਲੇਖੈ ਆਪੇ ਸੁਰਤਿ ਬੁਝਾਈ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਸਾਹਿਬੁ ਅਗਮ ਅਗੋਚਰੁ ਜੀਵਾ ਸਚੀ ਨਾਈ ॥੧॥ ਤੁਮ ਸਰਿ ਅਵਰੁ ਨ ਕੋਇ ਆਇਆ ਜਾਇਸੀ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਹੁਕਮੀ ਹੋਇ ਨਿਬੇੜੁ ਭਰਮੁ ਚੁਕਾਇਸੀ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਗੁਰੁ ਭਰਮੁ ਚੁਕਾਏ ਅਕਥੁ ਕਹਾਏ ਸਚ ਮਹਿ ਸਾਚੁ ਸਮਾਣਾ ॥ ਆਪਿ ਉਪਾਏ ਆਪਿ ਸਮਾਏ ਹੁਕਮੀ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਪਛਾਣਾ ॥ ਸਚੀ ਵਡਿਆਈ ਗੁਰ ਤੇ ਪਾਈ ਤੂ ਮਨਿ ਅੰਤਿ ਸਖਾਈ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਸਾਹਿਬੁ ਅਵਰੁ ਨ ਦੂਜਾ ਨਾਮਿ ਤੇਰੈ ਵਡਿਆਈ ॥੨॥ ਤੂ ਸਚਾ ਸਿਰਜਣਹਾਰੁ ਅਲਖ ਸਿਰੰਦਿਆ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਏਕੁ ਸਾਹਿਬੁ ਦੁਇ ਰਾਹ ਵਾਦ ਵਧੰਦਿਆ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਦੁਇ ਰਾਹ ਚਲਾਏ ਹੁਕਮਿ ਸਬਾਏ ਜਨਮਿ ਮੁਆ ਸੰਸਾਰਾ ॥ ਨਾਮ ਬਿਨਾ ਨਾਹੀ ਕੋ ਬੇਲੀ ਬਿਖੁ ਲਾਦੀ ਸਿਰਿ ਭਾਰਾ ॥ ਹੁਕਮੀ ਆਇਆ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਨ ਬੂਝੈ ਹੁਕਮਿ ਸਵਾਰਣਹਾਰਾ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਸਾਹਿਬੁ ਸਬਦਿ ਸਿਞਾਪੈ ਸਾਚਾ ਸਿਰਜਣਹਾਰਾ ॥੩॥ ਭਗਤ ਸੋਹਹਿ ਦਰਵਾਰਿ ਸਬਦਿ ਸੁਹਾਇਆ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਬੋਲਹਿ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤ ਬਾਣਿ ਰਸਨ ਰਸਾਇਆ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਰਸਨ ਰਸਾਏ ਨਾਮਿ ਤਿਸਾਏ ਗੁਰ ਕੈ ਸਬਦਿ ਵਿਕਾਣੇ ॥ ਪਾਰਸਿ ਪਰਸਿਐ ਪਾਰਸੁ ਹੋਏ ਜਾ ਤੇਰੈ ਮਨਿ ਭਾਣੇ ॥ ਅਮਰਾ ਪਦੁ ਪਾਇਆ ਆਪੁ ਗਵਾਇਆ ਵਿਰਲਾ ਗਿਆਨ ਵੀਚਾਰੀ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਭਗਤ ਸੋਹਨਿ ਦਰਿ ਸਾਚੈ ਸਾਚੇ ਕੇ ਵਾਪਾਰੀ ॥੪॥ ਭੂਖ ਪਿਆਸੋ ਆਥਿ ਕਿਉ ਦਰਿ ਜਾਇਸਾ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਪੂਛਉ ਜਾਇ ਨਾਮੁ ਧਿਆਇਸਾ ਜੀਉ ॥ ਸਚੁ ਨਾਮੁ ਧਿਆਈ ਸਾਚੁ ਚਵਾਈ ਗੁਰਮੁਖਿ ਸਾਚੁ ਪਛਾਣਾ ॥ ਦੀਨਾ ਨਾਥੁ ਦਇਆਲੁ ਨਿਰੰਜਨੁ ਅਨਦਿਨੁ ਨਾਮੁ ਵਖਾਣਾ ॥ ਕਰਣੀ ਕਾਰ ਧੁਰਹੁ ਫੁਰਮਾਈ ਆਪਿ ਮੁਆ ਮਨੁ ਮਾਰੀ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਨਾਮੁ ਮਹਾ ਰਸੁ ਮੀਠਾ ਤ੍ਰਿਸਨਾ ਨਾਮਿ ਨਿਵਾਰੀ ॥੫॥੨॥ DHANAASAREE, FIRST MEHL:I live by Your Name; my mind is in ecstasy, Lord. True is the Name of the True Lord. Glorious are the Praises of the Lord of the Universe. Infinite is the spiritual wisdom imparted by the Guru. The Creator Lord who created, shall also destroy. The call of death is sent out by the Lord's Command; no one can challenge it. He Himself creates, and watches; His written command is above each and every head. He Himself imparts understanding and awareness. O Nanak, the Lord Master is inaccessible and unfathomable; I live by His True Name. || 1 || No one can compare to You, Lord; all come and go. By Your Command, the account is settled, and doubt is dispelled. The Guru dispels doubt, and makes us speak the Unspoken Speech; the true ones are absorbed into Truth. He Himself creates, and He Himself destroys; I accept the Command of the Commander Lord. True greatness comes from the Guru; You alone are the mind's companion in the end. O Nanak, there is no other than the Lord and Master; greatness comes from Your Name. || 2 || You are the True Creator Lord, the unknowable Maker. There is only the One Lord and Master, but there are two paths, by which conflict increases. All follow these two paths, by the Hukam of the Lord's Command; the world is born, only to die. Without the Naam, the Name of the Lord, the mortal has no friend at all; he carries loads of sin on his head. By the Hukam of the Lord's Command, he comes, but he does not understand this Hukam; the Lord's Hukam is the Embellisher. O Nanak, through the Shabad, the Word of the Lord and Master, the True Creator Lord is realized. || 3 || Your devotees look beautiful in Your Court, embellished with the Shabad. They chant the Ambrosial Word of His Bani, savoring it with their tongues. Savoring it with their tongues, they thirst for the Naam; they are a sacrifice to the Word of the Guru's Shabad. Touching the philosopher's stone, they become the philosopher's stone, which transforms lead into gold; O Lord, they become pleasing to your mind. They attain the immortal status and eradicate their self-conceit; how rare is that person, who contemplates spiritual wisdom. O Nanak, the devotees look beautiful in the Court of the True Lord; they are dealers in the Truth. || 4 || I am hungry and thirsty for wealth; how will I be able to go to the Lord's Court? I shall go and ask the True Guru, and meditate on the Naam, the Name of the Lord. I meditate on the True Name, chant the True Name, and as Gurmukh, I realize the True Name. Night and day, I chant the Name of the merciful, immaculate Lord, the Master of the poor. 

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Savoring Tradition: Giulia's Café Embraces Change in Venice Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-03-09-07-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore di Venezia, lungo un canale pittoresco, c'è un piccolo caffè.En: In the heart of Venezia, along a picturesque canal, there is a small café.It: È il caffè di Giulia, un posto speciale dove l'aroma di caffè forte si mescola all'aria salmastra della laguna.En: It's il caffè di Giulia, a special place where the aroma of strong coffee blends with the salty air of the lagoon.It: Qui, la vita scorre lenta, proprio come i gondolieri che passano di tanto in tanto.En: Here, life flows slowly, just like the gondoliers who occasionally pass by.It: Giulia è preoccupata.En: Giulia is worried.It: La primavera sta arrivando e porta con sé molti turisti.En: Spring is arriving and bringing many tourists with it.It: Giulia ama il suo caffè così com'è: un angolo di autenticità veneziana.En: Giulia loves her café as it is: a corner of authentic Venetian charm.It: Ma i clienti ora desiderano menù più moderni, con piatti internazionali.En: But customers now want more modern menus, with international dishes.It: “Giulia, dobbiamo fare qualcosa,” dice Lorenzo, il giovane barista del caffè, mentre pulisce le tazzine.En: "Giulia, we have to do something," says Lorenzo, the young barista of the café, while cleaning the cups.It: “I turisti vogliono caffè capuccino con latte di soia e insalate di quinoa.”En: "The tourists want soy milk cappuccinos and quinoa salads."It: “Non voglio cambiare.” risponde ferma Giulia, “Ma capisco che serve un compromesso.”En: "I don't want to change," replies Giulia firmly, "but I understand that a compromise is needed."It: Marco, il cuoco del caffè, ascolta in silenzio.En: Marco, the café's cook, listens in silence.It: Sa bene che Giulia lotta con questa decisione.En: He knows well that Giulia struggles with this decision.It: Lei teme che cambiare significhi perdere l'anima del suo caffè.En: She fears that changing means losing the soul of her café.It: Un pomeriggio particolarmente affollato, un cliente si lamenta.En: On a particularly busy afternoon, a customer complains.It: “Non c'è niente di moderno qui. Mi aspettavo più scelta!” esclama con tono scontroso.En: "There's nothing modern here. I expected more choice!" he exclaims testily.It: Giulia sente il peso delle sue parole.En: Giulia feels the weight of his words.It: Dopo il chiacchiericcio frenetico del giorno, Marco propone un'idea.En: After the day's frantic chatter, Marco proposes an idea.It: “Perché non aggiungere un piatto nuovo, ma con ingredienti della tradizione?”En: "Why not add a new dish, but with traditional ingredients?"It: Giulia riflette.En: Giulia reflects.It: L'idea la incuriosisce e il giorno dopo propone delle variazioni.En: The idea intrigues her and the next day she proposes some variations.It: Un'insalata con radicchio veneziano e noci, un cappuccino unico con spezie locali.En: A salad with Venetian radicchio and walnuts, a unique cappuccino with local spices.It: La risposta è positiva.En: The response is positive.It: I turisti apprezzano il tocco tradizionale e i clienti abituali trovano familiare la qualità.En: The tourists appreciate the traditional touch and the regular customers find the quality familiar.It: Lorenzo sorride guardando i clienti felici.En: Lorenzo smiles, watching the happy customers.It: “È perfetto, Giulia.”En: "It's perfect, Giulia."It: Nel profondo, anche Giulia è soddisfatta.En: Deep down, Giulia is also satisfied.It: Ha trovato un modo per rispettare le sue radici, ma abbracciando un po' di novità.En: She has found a way to honor her roots while embracing a bit of novelty.It: “Abbiamo un caffè delizioso, ed è unico perché siamo a Venezia.”En: "We have a delicious café, and it's unique because we are in Venezia."It: La primavera porta la sua brezza leggera nel caffè, e mentre la vita continua lungo il canale, Giulia è pronta.En: Spring brings its light breeze into the café, and as life continues along the canal, Giulia is ready.It: Ha capito che l'autenticità non è rigida, può aprirsi a mondi nuovi, senza perdere la sua essenza.En: She has understood that authenticity is not rigid; it can open itself to new worlds without losing its essence. Vocabulary Words:the heart: il cuorepicturesque: pittorescothe aroma: l'aromasalty: salmastrathe lagoon: la lagunathe tourists: i turistithe charm: il fascinothe customers: i clientithe compromise: il compromessothe cook: il cuocothe decision: la decisionethe afternoon: il pomeriggiofrantic: franticheticothe salad: l'insalatathe walnuts: le nocithe response: la rispostathe breeze: la brezzarigid: rigidaparticularly: particolarmentebusy: affollatoto complain: lamentarsito reflect: riflettereunique: unicofamiliar: familiarethe roots: le radiciauthenticity: l'autenticitàto embrace: abbracciareessence: l'essenzato understand: capireto honor: onorare

Kat Crawford, an Instructional Designer and Justice and Accessibility Advocate, specializes in designing innovative digital solutions, facilitating professional learning, and supporting the transformation of school systems to enhance student engagement. The post Learning Experiences Worth Savoring with Kat Crawford (EP184) first appeared on Grow Your WHY.

Subscribe: Spotify | TuneIn | RSS Kat Crawford, an Instructional Designer and Justice and Accessibility Advocate, specializes in designing innovative digital solutions, facilitating professional learning, and supporting the transformation of school systems to enhance student engagement. Kat never really left the stage—she traded the bright lights of theatre class for designing learning experiences that students actually want to eat up as the Lunch Lady. She spent over a decade disrupting the technology divide inside secure schools, fueled by her core belief: every student deserves a seat at the table—and a learning experience worth savoring. Your WHY My work spans various roles, including directing and designing national curriculum initiatives, teaching graduate courses, and leading digital adoption for alternative and secure schools, all driven by my passion for student success and inclusion. All of my work is driven by my core belief that all students deserve a high-quality education. I run on stories. On second chances. On the sacred mess of being human. Background as an Educational Technology Leader As an educational technology leader with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in designing innovative digital solutions, facilitating professional learning, and supporting the transformation of school systems to enhance student engagement. With expertise in curriculum design, technology integration, and instructional coaching, I have worked with school districts in 47 states to promote educational equity and impactful learning experiences. Executive Director of Digital Innovation From 2020 to 2024, I was the Executive Director of Digital Innovation at the Schlechty Center. My responsibilities included: Managing school district clients nationwide from the classroom to the boardroom in designing work centered around engagement. Customizing district proposals to design innovative work in person and virtually through on-site workshops, meetings, and trainings. Driving adoption and implementation of technology in professional learning sessions using educational technology tools aimed at equity, accessibility, and collaboration for all students. Leveraging client relations from year to year to maintain proposal renewals and growth opportunities with new and existing districts. Working closely with cross-functional teams to support our work nationally. The Lunch Lady My alter ego, The Lunch Lady, is an apron-wearing, tray-slinging voice inside every educator, reminding us that meaningful learning isn't prepackaged—it's handcrafted, messy, and deliciously authentic. It's lunchtime, and The Lunch Lady is cooking up something new for the classroom. The way this came about is when I was asked to dress up like a chef for an ISTE playground. Everyone looked like a chef, but that wasn't me. I remember Chris Farley as the lunch lady, and that was it. https://lunchladyedu.com The Secret Recipe for Student Agency is now Breakfast in Banter Today's special? A three-course meal filled with deeper learning, sprinkled with innovation, and stuffed with student agency – served piping hot! Your reservation is ready because every student deserves a seat at the table – and a learning experience worth savoring. Don't start from scratch! It's time to reveal the secret recipe for Mystery Meat: Learning experiences worth devouring. Step into the kitchen and start cooking meaningful learning – no more prepackaging or reheating. Let's transform classrooms into cafeterias of curiosity, choice, and creativity. Come hungry – you'll want seconds. Figma and how it is aligned with your WHY I am the Education Program Manager for Figma. We support K12 educators, schools, and districts in bringing collaboration and creativity to the classroom through FigJam and Figma. The current focus includes in-person training, community building, and scaling impact through virtual programming. Your Consulting Company: How Might We We empower school districts to push beyond traditional boundaries by fostering innovative solutions that address complex challenges. We specialize in designing transformative systems and initiatives for educational institutions, with a strong focus on alternative schools. Our services include individual and team coaching, customized professional development, and dynamic workshops. We don't just respond to existing needs—we inspire new possibilities, helping schools discover what could be and build toward what will be. Kat Crawford's Contact Information LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dramatickat/X: https://x.com/dramatickatLL (X): https://x.com/LunchLadyEDU Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramatickatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramatickat/LL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunchladyedu/Lunch Lady Headshots: The Lunch Lady Plain Background ***** I was looking forward to talking on my virtual porch with Kat Craford, the Lunch Lady. I didn't know about Kat's theatre background, but it makes sense. She is Dramatickat on social media and uses humor and her theater experience in her presentations. Her stories had me laughing. Knowing how she came up with the Lunch Lady was perfect. She watched Chris Farley and said, I can do that. I just loved our conversation and hope you did, too. Please share the podcast and this post with your friends. The post Learning Experiences Worth Savoring with Kat Crawford (EP184) appeared first on Barbara Bray.

Subscribe:Spotify|TuneIn|RSS Kat Crawford, an Instructional Designer and Justice and Accessibility Advocate, specializes in designing innovative digital solutions, facilitating professional learning, and supporting the transformation of school systems to enhance student engagement. Kat never really left the stage–she traded the bright lights of theatre class for designing learning experiences that students actually want to eat up as the Lunch Lady. She spent over a decade disrupting the technology divide inside secure schools, fueled by her core belief: every student deserves a seat at the table–and a learning experience worth savoring. Your WHY My work spans various roles, including directing and designing national curriculum initiatives, teaching graduate courses, and leading digital adoption for alternative and secure schools, all driven by my passion for student success and inclusion. All of my work is driven by my core belief that all students deserve a high-quality education. I run on stories. On second chances. On the sacred mess of being human. Background as an Educational Technology Leader As an educational technology leader with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in designing innovative digital solutions, facilitating professional learning, and supporting the transformation of school systems to enhance student engagement. With expertise in curriculum design, technology integration, and instructional coaching, I have worked with school districts in 47 states to promote educational equity and impactful learning experiences. Executive Director of Digital Innovation From 2020 to 2024, I was the Executive Director of Digital Innovation at the Schlechty Center. My responsibilities included: Managing school district clients nationwide from the classroom to the boardroom in designing work centered around engagement. Customizing district proposals to design innovative work in person and virtually through on-site workshops, meetings, and trainings. Driving adoption and implementation of technology in professional learning sessions using educational technology tools aimed at equity, accessibility, and collaboration for all students. Leveraging client relations from year to year to maintain proposal renewals and growth opportunities with new and existing districts. Working closely with cross-functional teams to support our work nationally. The Lunch Lady My alter ego, The Lunch Lady, is an apron-wearing, tray-slinging voice inside every educator, reminding us that meaningful learning isn’t prepackaged–it’s handcrafted, messy, and deliciously authentic. It’s lunchtime, and The Lunch Lady is cooking up something new for the classroom. The way this came about is when I was asked to dress up like a chef for an ISTE playground. Everyone looked like a chef, but that wasn’t me. I remember Chris Farley as the lunch lady, and that was it. https://lunchladyedu.com The Secret Recipe for Student Agency is now Breakfast in Banter Today’s special? A three-course meal filled with deeper learning, sprinkled with innovation, and stuffed with student agency – served piping hot! Your reservation is ready because every student deserves a seat at the table – and a learning experience worth savoring. Don’t start from scratch! It’s time to reveal the secret recipe for Mystery Meat: Learning experiences worth devouring. Step into the kitchen and start cooking meaningful learning – no more prepackaging or reheating. Let’s transform classrooms into cafeterias of curiosity, choice, and creativity. Come hungry – you’ll want seconds. Figma and how it is aligned with your WHY I am the Education Program Manager for Figma. We support K12 educators, schools, and districts in bringing collaboration and creativity to the classroom through FigJam and Figma. The current focus includes in-person training, community building, and scaling impact through virtual programming. Your Consulting Company: How Might We We empower school districts to push beyond traditional boundaries by fostering innovative solutions that address complex challenges. We specialize in designing transformative systems and initiatives for educational institutions, with a strong focus on alternative schools. Our services include individual and team coaching, customized professional development, and dynamic workshops. We don’t just respond to existing needs–we inspire new possibilities, helping schools discover what could be and build toward what will be. Kat Crawford’s Contact Information LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dramatickat/X: https://x.com/dramatickatLL (X): https://x.com/LunchLadyEDU Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dramatickatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramatickat/LL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunchladyedu/Lunch Lady Headshots: The Lunch Lady Plain Background ***** I was looking forward to talking on my virtual porch with Kat Craford, the Lunch Lady. I didn’t know about Kat’s theatre background, but it makes sense. She is Dramatickat on social media and uses humor and her theater experience in her presentations. Her stories had me laughing. Knowing how she came up with the Lunch Lady was perfect. She watched Chris Farley and said, I can do that. I just loved our conversation and hope you did, too. Please share the podcast and this post with your friends. The post Learning Experiences Worth Savoring with Kat Crawford (EP184) appeared first on Barbara Bray.

John 15:1-8,“I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. 4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. 5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. 6 If anyone does not abide in me, he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. 7 If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8 By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples. 9 As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.12 “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command you. 15 No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you. 16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you. 17 These things I command you, so that you will love one another.This morning we come to the seventh of Jesus's seven great “I am” statements in the Gospel of John. Jesus is the bread of life; he is the light of the world, the door, the good shepherd, the resurrection and the life; he is the way, the truth, and the life. And finally, in John 15, he is the vine.The vine. It's such a memorable and concrete image that it might be hard for some of us to hear it afresh. One of the challenges for us is how this old English word “abide,” which is not a word we use today. Anyone use “abide” on the street this week? It's an old word, but it's easy enough. It just means “remain” or “stay.” “Abide in me” equals “Stay in me.”Now, that command to stay or abide in Jesus doesn't come until verse 4. Verses 1-3 set the table with vital background information before Jesus turns to us, the branches, in verse 4, and says, Stay in me.So, we branches have something to do here, to engage in. In this picture of Christ's provision, you do get to play a part. You are not decisive, but you are involved: you stay, remain, continue. Or, said negatively: don't bail, don't fall away; don't coast and drift from Jesus — especially when conflict comes, when interruptions come, when agitation comes, disorientation, confusion, insults, opposition, slander.The call to abide, to stay, assumes a context of conflict, with forces pulling on the branches, trying to disconnect them from the vine.It's easy to pull these verses out of context and imagine a nice, peaceful, sunshiny day in the vineyard. But John 15 is right at the beginning of the storm. Remember this is the longest Thursday night, the night before Jesus dies. The storm is bearing down on them, and Jesus is getting his men ready.He said in 14:27:“Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”And he said in 14:31, “Rise, let us go from here.”But he keeps talking. I imagine the disciples rising to their feet, but before they go, Jesus wants to prepare them a little bit more, with a battlefield speech: I am the vine; you are branches. That's what you need for this storm. Stay in me.Then in 16:1 Jesus will say why he said what he did in chapter 15:“I have said all these things to you to keep you from falling away.”So, abiding is not about cushy, idyllic days. It's about staying in Jesus when forces are trying to pull you away from him. Which relates to another context for this passage: our context. Jonathan called it our “Troubled Heart Situation”: the jarring interruption of our worship a few weeks ago, with its insults, and since then, the questions and many misunderstandings we've endured from those who don't know the truth and may show little interest in it.So, originally, the Vine and branches was to help Jesus's disciples, against opposition, stay with him. And now God has given Cities Church the Vine and branches this morning to help us, against opposition, stay with him.Now, when we see ourselves in this passage, it is a very simple, modest role. Jesus uses the word six times: branch. That's what you are, what I am: we are branches. Humble branches, totally dependent, powerless and unimpressive on our own — and yet branches on a good vine can be very happy, nourished, well supplied, empowered, and fruitful.So, we make our way this morning with four truths about us as humble, happy branches who need to stay in Jesus in the storm.1. We branches are distinct from the Vine. (vv. 1–2)We are just branches. We are not the Vine. Jesus is the Vine. We are distinct from the Vine and we do not become the Vine, and yet, amazingly, we are joined to the Vine. And not just Vine, but in verse 1, Jesus says “true vine.” “I am the true vine.”We've seen Jesus use the word true throughout John to talk about being the real or genuine or ultimate. He is the true light, the true bread, true food, true drink. And now true vine.True vine implies that another vine has come before, and now Jesus comes as the true one, the ultimate one. What was the previous vine? Israel. Psalm 80:8–9 is one place among many:You brought a vine out of Egypt; you drove out the nations and planted it. You cleared the ground for it; it took deep root and filled the land. In Psalm 80, and in Isaiah and Jeremiah and Ezekiel, Israel is God's vine, and tragically, in the prophets, God's vine that did not bear the fruit it should have.So, this is no small claim when Jesus says he's the true vine. He's saying that God's first-covenant people, the first vine, the old vine, were not the final vine. And now Jesus comes as the new vine, the true vine, the ultimate vine. Which means he's the new and final place of connection to God, not Israel.Previously, to be God's people, you had to be born into or specially brought into God's ethnic people. But now, to be God's people, you need only to be joined to Jesus.This joining to Jesus is what we call “union with Christ.” Through faith, by the connecting power of the Holy Spirit, men and women from every nation, whatever ethnicity, are joined to Jesus and, in union with him, experience all the benefits he provides: righteousness, redemption, forgiveness, holiness, sonship, and true family, and best of all, at the center of it all, the surpassing joy of knowing Jesus.And a union works in two directions. A husband and all he has becomes his wife's, and the wife and all she has becomes her husband's. So, verse 4 says, “Abide in me, and I in you.” Verse 5: “Whoever abides in me and I in him.” This is mutual indwelling. We branches are not only in the Vine by faith, but he is in us: “I in you.” As we saw last week, the Holy Spirit, who dwells in us, is the presence of Jesus in our lives and ministers to us the realness of Jesus. (And we'll see in a minute how this gets more tangible.)So, we branches are not the Vine; we are distinct from the Vine. And yet, we are joined to the Vine, united to the Vine. Which raises a question in verse 2:Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he [the Father, the vinedresser; literally, the Farmer, geōrgós] takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit.Get this, it's not just vine and branches. There's a Farmer in the vineyard: the Father. He walks the vineyard. He helps the Vine and the branches by pruning the good ones and removing the fruitless ones. We'll come back to the Father and his pruning, but here's the question: What do we make of these branches that are “in the Vine” but the Father “takes away”? Verse 6 continues the thought:If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away [cast out] like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned.Can someone be truly in the vine and taken away? The answer is the metaphor is not meant to go that far. Jesus has made plain again and again in this Gospel that no one can take his true sheep from him (6:37; 10:29; 17:12; 18:9), and John has made it clear that there are some who seem to believe, so-called followers of Jesus, even Judas among his twelve (2:23-24; 6:60, 6; 8:30ff; 12:42-43). The reality is not that they were once truly in and then fell away, but that their falling away shows they were never truly in the Vine. Those who are truly in Jesus persevere; they abide, and bear fruit; and they are the ones the Father prunes that they might bear more fruit (like the Lord's discipline in Hebrews 12:4–11).The point is that true Christians will bear fruit, not that a person could be genuinely united to Jesus and lose their connection.Jesus is the Vine, and we are the branches, distinct from him, and united to him by faith and the Holy Spirit. 2. We branches delight in the sap. (vv. 3, 7a)I assume we don't have many viticulturists in the room. I should probably make it clear that life-giving sap flows in one direction: from the Vine to the branches. Sap, containing water and nutrients and sugar flows from the vine to the branches to nourish the branches that they might grow and develop fruit.And if you ask, Okay, that's great in theory about the vine, but how does this relate to our union with Jesus? Verse 7 gives us the critical answer for how this union becomes tangible:“If you abide in me, and my words abide in you…”Did you hear it? What's staying in us when we stay in Jesus? His words. And this is not the only mention of his words in this passage. Jump up to verse 3:Already you are clean [katharoí, same root as “prune” in v. 2] because of the word that I have spoken to you.So, before telling them to abide, Jesus says, already (one of the most important words in this passage) you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. What's the word he spoke to them? In chapter 13, Jesus says something very similar. He's washing the disciples' feet, and Peter objects. Jesus says, “If I do not wash you, you have no share with me.” So, Peter says, “Lord, not my feet only but also my hands and my head!” Jesus responds, “The one who has bathed does not need to wash, except for his feet, but is completely clean. And you are clean [same as 15:3], but not every one of you” (referring to Judas).So, here's the significance of this first word in 15:3: it's his word of full acceptance, a declaration of right standing (what Paul will call justification by faith). Before you're purified, you are pure. Before you're cleaned, you are clean. You are in Jesus by faith, united to him, before you abide the storms. Union first, then abiding. Not abide to secure union; abide because you're united. So, verse 3, refers to a word Jesus speaks that effects full acceptance with God, in union with him, that is already true before we abide.Then, back to verse 7, where we have his word for fresh abiding, or the word for daily strength. This is the ongoing, sustaining flow of grace that comes to us in union with Jesus through his word. This is the word for sanctification or for perseverance. Jesus's word, with his Spirit, is the sweet sap that flows to our souls and gives them life and delight. (Do you long for and enjoy his word like a branch enjoys the sweet sap of the vine? Do you, like a newborn infant, long for the pure spiritual milk of his word? 1 Peter 2:2.)Vital to abiding in Jesus is savoring the sap of his word, having his word stay in you, getting his words lodged into our hearts. How do you do that? Not just reading Scripture but meditating on it. Chewing on it. Savoring the sap, slowing down to savor the sap of his word, and ponder it, and lodge it in your heart, that Jesus himself might abide in you by his Spirit.Healthy branches stay in the vine through regular, particular moments of intentional, unhurried abiding, staying in Christ's word, not reading quick, praying quick, checking the box, and onto the rest of your day; but lingering unhurried in the Vine through his word. Put your phone away. Carve out enough time to lose track of time, to stay, without rushing, abide, in the presence of God in the Vine, savoring his words as energizing, life-giving sap for your soul.So, branches delight in the sap, that is, the word.3. We branches depend on the Vine. (vv. 4, 5, 7b)Not only does the sap of the word flow from the Vine to the branches, but there is a particular orientation of the branches back toward the Vine: utter dependance. There is in humble, happy branches a glad admission of powerlessness, and a glad response to the word called prayer, asking for more of the Vine and for his help in doing what he calls us to do: be fruitful.The powerlessness is in verses 4–5:As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. . . . [A]part from me you can do nothing.So, such powerless dependent branches, delighting in the word of the Vine, respond with their own words called prayer. The last part of verse 7:“ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”We saw another of these “ask whatever” verses in chapter 14, verses 13–14:“Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it.”We'll see another next week in 15:16:“…whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you…”Now verse 7:“…ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”I don't think Jesus is giving us a blank prayer check for natural desires, and clearly we all know from our experience that we don't have that. The key in verse 7 is to remember the context. How different it is when you're in a trial and hanging on his words! His words in us feed our desires and prayers that echo his own heart. And “in my name” qualifies it. We have a banner in Jesus's name. And we have a backstop in the Spirit interceding for us. Romans 8:26–27: …the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us [in our] groanings too deep for words. 27 And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.Perhaps the main thing to take away is how much the Vine wants his branches to pray. He wants to hear from us — to live on the sap of his word, lodge his words and his will in our souls, and then, in his name, speak back to him. Pray. He wants there to be relationship, communion in the union.And a holy heart, shaped by God's word, is unleashed to ask, and ask, and ask, and know that when we don't know how to pray, and pray for the wrong things, we have the Spirit of Jesus in us interceding for us.So, the branches are distinct from the Vine, and we delight in his words, and we depend on him in prayer.4. We branches develop fruit, and so draw attention to the Farmer. (v. 8)Go to verse 8:“By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples.”I say develop fruit because fruit doesn't happen in a moment. It grows organically, bit by bit over time. If you ask, what does “bearing fruit” mean for us, it includes all the good that flows from our union and communion with Christ: love for one another and joy and obeying commands and being his means to others coming to abide in him (more on that next week).None of which branches should hear as a burden! Bearing fruit is a joy for branches. That's what they were made for. Branches bearing fruit are branches fully alive and happy.And if you ask how you might evaluate your fruit, I would say this: don't evaluate your fruitfulness relative to how well you could someday love or obey or be effective in evangelism, or comparing yourself to the fruit of others. But ask yourself about you: your past, your former desires, your old self — how is the life-giving sap flowing into your soul and developing the fruit of love for others in your life? Perhaps you've heard the famous quote from John Newton:I am not what I ought to be, I am not what I want to be, I am not what I hope to be in another world; but still I am not what I once used to be, and by the grace of God I am what I am.And verse 8 is clear that developing fruit does not make you to be Jesus's disciples but proves you are his disciples. Our fruit shows that we had already become his. Which makes the Vine look good. And the vine producing fruit, through his branches, makes his Father, the Farmer, look good.Pruning Cities ChurchSo, we come back to verse 2 and that there's a Farmer. John 15 isn't just Vine and branches. We have a Farmer, the Father, who walks the vineyard. And he serves the vine and all the fruitful branches by removing the unfruitful ones. And he prunes the fruit-producing branches so that they can produce more fruit.So, I want to end with this question: Was the Farmer away on January 18? He was not away. John 15 clues us in on what he was doing: he was pruning Cities Church for our good, that we might bear more fruit. I don't think “more fruit” means headlines or relates to the opinions of people far away. But in the Vine, God has given us fruit together in these first eleven years in worshiping Jesus together, and loving one another, and seeking the good of these Cities. And “more fruit,” I would assume, would relate to these same three avenues.Brothers and sisters, the Farmer wasn't caught off guard on January 18. And he hasn't been away since. He is ever vigilant over his Vine and his branches. He is ever gardening. He is pruning with perfect cuts. And I can already see he's done and is doing some amazing work, to take so many individuals from some fruit to more fruit, and to work on us a people to prune us from fruit to more fruit. Most of you have leaned in with an engaged hope that has been remarkable. But if the last month has distanced you from the Vine, if you sense yourself withering, with less of his word, less prayer, less fellowship, make this your day of turning. The main thing the Farmer is doing in this suffering is causing his branches to go deeper into the Vine. Don't drift from the Vine. Stay. Remain. Abide.Delight in his sap. Lodge his sweet, life-giving words into your mind and heart. Depend on his help. Having filled yourself with his words, pray in your own words. And ask him for whatever you need in his call to love each other and these Cities.Fellowship of BranchesWe said at the beginning, we are not the Vine. And now: you are not the only branch. Jesus says branches. You are never a lone branch in Christ, and never alone at this Table.We call this Communion for two reasons: communion with the Vine and communion with the other branches that are in him. So, take a morsel of nourishment, and a thimble of sap, and let's enjoy the Vine together.

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Burnie and Ashley discuss Olympic records, call for questions, the Dream Team, momentary records, World Record Holders, Burnie's Two World Records, knocking over a glass, learning embarassment, Highguard achievements, hardest achievements, deciding when to go for 100 percent, Supergirl, and anticipating the anticipation.

Savoring the highlights of Bourbon & Bolters! We talk team tactics, hobby updates, and fine spirits in this 40k Long War recap. Grab a glass. Bourbon & Bolters Retreat: https://bit.ly/BourbonBoltersTicket Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here https://bit.ly/MoumentHobbies Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge https://bit.ly/FabricatorsForgeStore J15 Games Has Your Game Aids, Tokens, and Templates! Get them here: https://bit.ly/J15GamesTLW Top Hobby Supplies For Warhammer: https://spikeybits.com/best-hobby-supplies-miniatures-tabletop-gaming/ Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jvVa7tT Heretic Swag https://hereticswag.com/ Essential Hobby Products & Tools List https://spikeybits.com/besthobbysupplies Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 08:55 News 21:40 B&B Recap 36:36 New Topics AI Become a Veteran of the Long War! http://thelongwar.net/

PRE-ORDER the upcoming book now: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-bookLuis and Camille banter as they dive into the concept of the Self in somatics. Along the way Luis offers 3 practices to work with finding the Self as witness. This witnessing allows us to be with a sensation or state and feel it rather than avoid it. It also helps us dis-identify from the state. From there we can experience something unpleasant and be with it rather than fix it. From this place of witnessing, Luis finds that others cannot shame or embarrass him. This realization brings responsibility, as others can no longer be blamed for his state. Practicing somatics, they discuss, connects them to spirit, which reminds them, as these things do, of Darth Vader and Yoda. Many religions require us to detach from the body to find God, whereas with somatics it's connecting to the body that allows them to connect to spirit.Camille dips in to her practice of savoring depression, a state that cyclically visits her in the dark of winter. She notes that if she identifies with it, fights or resists it, it will be prolonged. Whereas if she savors it, and practices sinking into it she can actually find pleasure in the experience.  You can register for Camille's upcoming 6-month program, "Embodying My Cycles & Rhythms", here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/cycles-and-rhythms-slow-groupYou can learn more about Maureen Gallagher here: https://maureengallagherphd.com/You can register for the FREE Food Therapy session here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/events/nutrition-for-your-kids You can read more about, and register for, Camille's Embodying My Cycles & Rhythms 6-month group here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/cycles-and-rhythms-slow-group You can read more about, and register for, the retreat at Blue Spirit Costa Rica here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/blue-spirit----You can learn more on the website: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/ You can follow Luis on Instagram @holistic.life.navigationQuestions? You can email us at info@holisticlifenavigation.com

This week, we share a special reflection from Rev. Bill Haley exploring and savoring several poems from Christian mystics through the centuries. Bill draws the poems from the book, For Lovers of God Everywhere by Roger Housden (Hoosden), and each offers a slightly different window into what it means to be a Christian mystic.View Our Complete Archive of “Space for God” Prayer PracticesLearn More About Spiritual Direction through CoracleExplore More Encounters with Beautyinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.

Today, we visit a Santa Clara county Chinese restaurant that has become an institution. It's Chef Chu's on the final episode of California Foodways! Then, a KALW DJ shares some of his favorite songs. Plus, a poem about a fully seasoned life.

In this conversation, the discussion with C. Thi Nguyen revolves around the nature of metrics, qualitative knowledge, and the duality of scoring systems, particularly in the context of climbing. The speaker shares personal experiences with climbing as a case study to illustrate how scoring systems can both enhance and detract from the experience. The conversation delves into the beauty of climbing, the subtlety of value in metrics, and the importance of savoring moments in games. It also explores the tension between purpose and game mechanics, the role of enjoyment, and the complexities of scoring systems in both games and life. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the challenges of balancing values in decision-making and the risks associated with the gamification of various aspects of life.Takeaways Metrics can miss the subtlety of qualitative knowledge. Scoring systems can enhance or detract from experiences. Climbing serves as a unique case study for scoring systems. The beauty of climbing lies in its scoring system. Values can become obscured when metrics are prioritized. Games allow for exploration of different scoring systems. Achievement play focuses on winning, while striving play values the process. External expectations can pressure individuals to conform to metrics. The addictive nature of games can lead to negative experiences.Chapters 00:00 The Intricacies of Portability and Judgment 01:12 Introduction and Social Media Presence 03:40 The Value of Climbing and Scoring Systems 07:16 The Impact of Numbers in Climbing 09:42 Savoring the Moment vs. Obsession with Scoring 10:59 Goals vs. Purpose in Games 12:39 Understanding Value Capture 17:53 The Shift in Standards of Success 20:33 The Limitations of Metrics 21:42 Games as a Reflection of Human Desire 24:37 The Purpose Behind Scoring Systems 26:07 The Magic Circle of Games 29:15 Achievement Play vs. Striving Play 34:47 When Games Become Unsafe 38:21 The Pitfalls of Portability in MetricsFollow Thi on Twitter, Bluesky, and find his website. You can get his book here.Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Breaking Math on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTokFollow Autumn on Twitter, BlueSky, and InstagramBecome a guest hereemail: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3867: Chris Lovett reflects on the beauty of slowing down during a season of minimalism, road trips, and intentional living. His moment of clarity, pausing to truly savor a simple chocolate biscuit, offers a powerful reminder to resist the pull of constant busyness and reclaim presence in the small joys. Quotes to ponder: "Don't let anything get in the way of you just stopping for a moment and enjoying your biscuit." "Even as a minimalist, regular decluttering still needs to happen." Episode references: Chatsworth House: https://www.chatsworth.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exploring the transformative potential of minor adjustments, McKay introduces the "Lever Principle" - the idea that a single, structural change can produce exponential results. He argues that massive life overhauls are often unnecessary; instead, true progress begins with the realization that "nothing will change in your life until you change something about your life." Beginning with architect Bjarke Ingels, whose Saturday creative sessions sparked a global firm, McKay explores case studies - like Chris Gardner's late-night studying and Chef Clare Smyth's questioning techniques - showing how habits rewire futures. Our host goes on to share strategies for "structural changes," such as James Dyson's altered commute or the art of "savoring." Join McKay for this important conversation here today, challenge yourself to maintain one non-negotiable change for thirty days, and learn how small, consistent steps can lead to monumental success.Main Themes:Big success often starts with one small, structural change rather than a massive life reboot.Time is the primary resource needed to make whatever change is required.Changing the questions you ask can fundamentally alter your career trajectory and relationships."Savoring" - the deliberate act of appreciating an activity after it happens - can spill over into all areas of life.Benchmarking and studying the success of others provides a roadmap for your own improvement.Recognizing when a phase of life is "over" is as critical as starting something new.Small changes are easier to implement because the emotional and mental resistance to them is low.Top 10 Quotes:"Nothing will change in your life until you change something about your life.""You do not need a massive overhaul. You do not need a perfect plan. You do not need a life reboot. You need a lever.""Life does not move until you do.""If I don't change something today, the next twenty years will look exactly like the last twenty years.""A billion-dollar idea began with a new way of getting to work.""The questions you ask, both out loud and silently in your mind, shape your thinking and your decisions.""We don't need to learn how to let things go; we just need to learn to recognize when they've already gone.""Man only likes to count his troubles, but he does not count his joys.""The emotional and mental resistance to small changes is very low.""What you believe is more important than what has happened in the past."Show Links:Open Your Eyes with McKay Christensen

In this episode of Pray the Word on Revelation 10:10, David Platt calls us to taste all the depths of God's Word and to spread it accordingly.Over 3 billion people have never heard the gospel.At Radical, we're fueling 140 gospel projects in 42 countries to change that—equipping local leaders and mobilizing believers where Jesus is least known.Through December 31, every gift is doubled up to $750,000.Would you pray about being part of this?Learn more at Radical.net/everywhereExplore more content from Radical.