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"Lacrosse is what you do. It is not who you are."
Do not despise small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin. In today's episode, we sit down with Christie Thomas, author of Little Habits, Big Faith, to talk about weaving faith into the routines you're already building this back-to-school season — no overhaul required.LINKS: Freebie: Drive Time Conversations Fruit of the Spirit Download How to Pray God's Word for Your ChildrenFollow Everyday Prayers @millionprayingmomsGet today's devotion and prayer in written form to keep for future use!Support the ministry with your $5 monthly gift through Patreon.Little Habits, Big Faith with Christie Thomas & Nicolet BellReference: Isaiah 61:11Prayer: Father, help our families to establish little habits that build big faith. In Jesus' name, amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
368. Feel It - The Secret to Raising Brave, Confident Kids This School Year - Back to School Series | Routines, Schedules, Organized, Time Management, Home, Moms, Time Blocking, Reset, Habits, Systems
368. Prep It - How to Prep for a Stress-Free & Organized Back to School Season - Back to School Series | Routines, Schedules, Organized, Time Management, Home, Time Blocking, Plan, Planners, Systems, Moms, Home Management, Organization
Frank Fariñas of The Arkansas Traveler, and Payton Ashley of the Daily Texan, join Paul for the final installment of the Back-to-School Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The first day of school isn't just a transition for our kids - it's a major shift for us as parents! In this episode, Jules shares about her personal experience getting her preschooler prepared for his first big day, the real life strategies that made the morning run smoothly, and how to protect your own energy and peace through it all.We are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
"AI is not your friend, even though it sounds friendly."
As the new school year kicks off, morning routines and fresh schedules can easily trigger overthinking and overwhelm, for both parents and kids. In this episode, we draw inspiration from Jon Acuff's book Soundtracks to help you replace negative, runaway thoughts with mental soundtracks that are helpful, kind, and true.Tune in as we share practical, daily mantras you can repeat in the carpool line, during breakfast, or right before bedtime to build resilience, calm back-to-school jitters, and set a positive tone for the entire family.Resources: Soundtracks by Jon AcuffYour New Playlist by Jon Acuff, L.E. Acuff, and McRae AcuffWe are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
As the new school year approaches, most autism parents focus on the tactical preparation: reviewing the IEP, adjusting sleep schedules, and buying school supplies. Those steps matter, but they are only half of what you need. In this first episode of the Back to School series, Lisa talks about the other half (preparing yourself) and the mindset that shapes how much energy you carry into every IEP meeting, every phone call from school, and every decision you make this year.In this episode, you'll learnWhy tactical preparation is only half of what you need before the school year begins, and why the mindset you bring to it matters just as much.How bracing yourself for everything that could go wrong keeps your nervous system stuck in fear and drains the energy you will need once the year is actually underway.The three mindset shifts (moving from bracing to acceptance, moving from fear to focus, and then practicing both again and again) that help you move through the school year with more resilience.
In today's episode, we're opening up our own bookshelves and sharing the exact books we are reading right now to prep our kids - and ourselves for the new school year. From picture books that tackle separation anxiety, growth mindset, and big first-day feelings, to the parenting books giving us permission to slow down, better understand our kids, and set healthy boundaries - this list has become our survival guide.For Kids:- The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn- The Invisible String by Patrice Karst- I'm Happy-Sad Today by Lory Britain- A Letter to My Teacher by Shannon Olsen- The Magical Yet by Angela DiTerlizzi- Mae's First Day of School by Corey R. TaborFor Parents:- Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy- The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson- The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt- Fair Play by Eve Rodsky- Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAEWe are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
The invisible load isn't doing the chores, it's the relentless mental management required to run a home, especially as the school year kicks off. In this episode of our Back to School Series, we share how busy parents are using AI as an executive assistant to streamline chaos, eliminate decision fatigue, and delegate the cognitive noise without the guilt.We are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
Let Us Worship God: The Word and Sacraments
Let Us Worship God: Singing Our Way Home
Raise the Bar Hancock County continues to earn recognition for their workforce development programs... Executive Director Tricia Valasek explains how each recognition provides the opportunity to raise their own bar (at 14:08) --- If your kids are looking for a good summer read, author Jerry Spinelli has a new title in his Rule the School Series... And he says ''Fifth Grade Top Dogs'' is one that grown-ups might like as well (at 24:14) --- As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the new History Tellers Award is shining a national spotlight on the educators, guides, storytellers and interpreters who keep our past alive and engaging for a new generation (at 40:51)
Let Us Worship God: Gathered by God
Let Us Worship God: The Covenant Dialogue
Let Us Worship God: Prayer, Our Communion with God
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Join Prof. Regina Callion, MSN, RN—the #1 NCLEX instructor on the planet—as she breaks down the real issues holding you back in Med-Surg and NCLEX prep. Learn rescue thinking, prioritization, clinical judgment, and how to tackle NCLEX 2026 shifts with confidence. Stop wasting time on ineffective study habits like hopping between lectures or skipping rationales. Instead, practice smarter with real NCLEX 2026-style questions and strategies that train you to think like a safe, confident nurse. ✨ ReMar Weekly Rhythm: • Monday Motivation – 8 PM EST • Tuesday Bible Study – 7 PM EST • Wednesday Baptismal Class – 7 PM EST • Winning Wednesday – 8 PM EST Level up your Med-Surg mastery and NCLEX prep—study with purpose, not panic! Perfect for NCLEX, Nursing School, and TEAS prep.
This is Part 4 of our 4-part Back to School Series on Live Vedanta. In this special episode, Akshaya sits down with Vivekji to answer real questions from both students and parents about navigating the transition to college life. From letting go with love as children leave for university, to choosing the right opportunities on campus, to staying true to one's values amidst peer pressure - this conversation is filled with practical guidance and grounded wisdom. Vivekji also addresses questions around identity, change, navigating dating and keeping up a steady spiritual practice while adapting to new routines.Vivekji has spent nearly two decades guiding people on how to live with clarity, connection, and calm. From daily Meaningful Mornings sessions to speaking at several global organizations and interacting with young adults, his message is simple: Inspire-Love-Be.His dynamic talks reach audiences through a multiplicity of mediums. Live Vedanta, his podcast of over 250 episodes, has reached seekers in 157 countries with over 240,000 downloads since its introduction in 2018. Similarly, his talks on the Chinmaya Mission Niagara YouTube channel, with over 200,000 views, deliver insights on practical self-development for all demographics. Under Shri Vivek's inclusive leadership, Chinmaya Mission Niagara has contributed more than $1 million USD to diverse local, regional, and global philanthropy efforts since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in April 2020.Edited by Akshaya Radhakrishnan.Follow Seeking Culture on Instagram: @chykculture
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This is Part 3 of our four-part back-to-school series on Live Vedanta. In this episode, recent college graduate Raj Sureka engages in a heartfelt conversation with Shashiji, a longtime Chinmaya Mission sevika and Vedanta teacher. They explore how students can practically incorporate Vedantik principles into everyday academic life—from navigating social and extracurricular commitments to cultivating stillness and discipline amidst chaos. The discussion is filled with personal stories, grounded reflections, and actionable wisdom for young seekers striving to live with purpose and inner balance.Shri Shashikala Dwarkanath, the person behind Chinmaya Mission Boston, one of New England's largest spiritual centers, has played a vital role in the lives of thousands of people in the area. She was bestowed the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017 by INDIA New England News, one of the nation's largest print, online and video magazines covering the Indian and South Asian community.She is an accomplished doctor, an excellent mother, a very supporting spouse, a community leader and more intensely seeking the very purpose of life. She is one of the most complete human beings in our community, inspiring hundreds and thousands of young and grown up adults with her calming presence. She currently leads our Devis in our Chinmaya Niagara CommUnity.Edited by Arul Mehta.Follow Seeking Culture on Instagram @chykculture
This is Part 2 of our back-to-school series on Live Vedanta. For many, the transition to college can bring more freedoms, a unique opportunity to find one's passions and to explore one's career interest, but it can also be a challenging time for many. Here Juhi Kotwani will chat with Brni. Kritikaji, who shares her guidance on how to navigate and respond to the challenges of failure from the lens of Vedanta.Brahmacharini Kritika Chaitanya was born in Toronto, Canada. After studying International Development Studies and Philosophy at the University of Toronto and engaging in much social work and volunteerism, she joined the 2nd Residential Vedanta Course at Chinmaya Mission Trinidad and Tobago Ashram in 2013. After a year and a half of studying the highest knowledge and Sanskrit under the guidance of Pujya Swami Prakashanandaji, she has committed herself to serving Chinmaya Mission. She is currently posted in Trinidad, conducting public satsangas and classes for adults, seniors and young females, and assisting with Ashram activities and enterprises.Register to be a part of our Seeking Culture CommUnity for young adults.Edited by Raj Sureka.Follow Seeking Culture on Instagram
Part four of my Middle School Mini Series is here! In this episode, I share powerful Positive Discipline tools that build connection and courage with your tween or teen. From family meetings and special time, to curiosity, validation, encouragement, and rituals—these practices create belonging and strengthen relationships during the messy middle school years. Parenting in adolescence isn't about perfection, it's about presence, connection, and long-term growth. If you've been craving practical strategies and heartfelt encouragement, this is the episode for you. Tune in and let's navigate middle school parenting together with courage and curiosity. Parents, you don't want to miss this! For more show notes, resources and info, go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-611-middle-school-series-part-four-connection-and-courage/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Middle school is the perfect training ground for life skills — and in part three of the Middle School Series on Joyful Courage, I'm sharing how we can guide our tweens and teens as they practice the tools they'll need for independence, resilience, and healthy relationships. From self-regulation and problem solving to organization, time management, communication, and self-advocacy, I unpack why these skills are still developing, why mistakes matter, and how we can model calm, curiosity, and confidence as they learn. Tune in for encouragement and practical tips to help your kids grow through the ups and downs of adolescence. Find more show notes and info at https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-609-middle-school-series-part-3-life-skills-to-nurture/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are you navigating helping your child with anxiety and general stress of school? You're not alone.In this episode we talk about strategies that can help your child move past fear and toward resilience. We blend research and real-life experiences to help understand your child's anxiety and equip them with the tools they need. We are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
In this episode, I dive into the tough but essential conversations we need to be having with our middle schoolers — around tech, social media, consent, substances, mental health, and more. I remind parents that silence doesn't protect our kids; it leaves them to figure things out through peers or the internet. Instead, we can lead with curiosity, plant small conversational seeds, and revisit these topics over time. Our job isn't to have the perfect talk, it's to show up again and again with openness, honesty, and love. Staying connected is the key to guiding them forward. For more show notes and resources go to https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-606-middle-school-series-part-two-essential-conversations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Middle school is a wild ride — bodies changing, moods shifting, friendships evolving, and parents wondering how to keep up. In this first episode of my four-part middle school series, I unpack the developmental landscape of early adolescence and share how we can shift from managing to mentoring our kids. Listen in for insight on belonging, peer influence, critical thinking, and why curiosity is your greatest parenting tool during these years. You'll also get practical conversation starters for tough topics like tech, sex, and mental health. Middle school can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Let's navigate it together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Back to school can be a social whirlwind. Help your child thrive!In this episode of Positive on Purpose, we're tackling the social landscape.We share actionable tips for making friends, confidently handling peer pressure, and building the emotional intelligence needed to shine.Don't let social anxiety win. Listen now for the tools to help your child navigate school with purpose and positivity.We are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
How can a lunchbox help your child build resilience? In this episode, we're exploring creative and practical ways to support your kids as they navigate the back-to-school season. Get ready to pack more than just food!We are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022
Host Shanera Williamson gives practical suggestions on how parents can build a positive racial identity in their kids to last beyond the first few weeks of a new school year. Listen in for ways to give your children strong roots that give them stability and resilience. Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.
Sometimes the key to moving forward is going back… To the principles, the patterns, and the frameworks that actually work. In this powerful re-run episode of our Back-to-School series, George revisits one of the most transformative tools he's ever created: the APPLE Framework—a customer journey and communication model that's proven to create results across every stage of business.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just getting started, this episode will show you how to improve your customer experience, increase trust, and deepen connection using five simple steps. It's not about fancy marketing tactics—it's about creating transformational relationships that scale with ease.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeThe real purpose of customer journey (and what it's not).Why most businesses sabotage trust without realizing it.A breakdown of the APPLE Framework for communication.How to use this model in DMs, sales calls, onboarding, and more.Why emotional safety is the secret to customer retention. Key Takeaways✔️Customer journey is a relationship, not a transaction. If you're treating customers like clicks, you're always going to be chasing the next one.✔️The APPLE Framework (Acknowledge, Prepare, Project, Let Them Know, Excite) can be applied to every communication channel—DMs, emails, Zoom calls, onboarding, and beyond.✔️Pre-handling objections = building trust. Let your audience know what to expect so they don't get stuck and blame you.✔️Marketing, sales, and delivery are all customer journey zones. Use the APPLE method in each to build emotional safety and loyalty.✔️Simple frameworks scale better than fancy strategies. Clarity and consistency win every time. Timestamps & Highlights[00:00] – Intro to the Back-to-School Series and episode context[04:00] – Why the biggest bottleneck isn't your funnel—it's communication[06:00] – The updated APPLE Framework explained step-by-step[12:00] – Customer journey is a bridge to transformation—not just a product[15:00] – Example: How George uses APPLE in DMs[17:00] – Example: How to apply APPLE to onboarding new clients[19:00] – APPLE in sales calls: how to structure trust and momentum[21:00] – Why APPLE works in every area of life (including parenting)[24:00] – Final challenge + George APPLEs you directly Your Challenge This WeekReview your last DM, email, or onboarding message. Did you use all five APPLE steps?If not, revise it using the framework and see how your audience responds.Practice makes presence—and presence builds trust.Want help implementing APPLE in your business? DM George on IG: @itsgeorgebryantJoin The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connection.Apply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply here Live Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/eventFollow George on Instagram for behind-the-scenes tips and insights: @itsgeorgebryant
Welcome to Season 31 of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast! In this episode, Pete and Nikki kick off the Back-to-School Series for college students with ADHD by tackling one of the most essential—and overwhelming—skills for academic success: planning. From understanding the logic of a syllabus to building an ADHD-friendly workflow using calendars, task managers, and learning management systems, this episode is packed with practical, real-world strategies to help students plan smarter, not harder.You'll learn how to create your “College Workbox,” build semester-overview tools, and develop weekly and daily habits that support executive function and reduce academic stress. Pete also brings in insights from his experience as a former university faculty member to help students understand what instructors actually notice—and what they don't. Whether you're starting your first year or returning to campus as an adult student, this is your guide to planning a semester that works for your brain.Links & NotesSupport the Show on PatreonDig into the podcast Shownotes Database (00:00) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast (02:43) - College Planning (05:26) - The College Workbox (14:52) - The Syllabus
Welcome to a special re-run edition of The Mind of George Show, and our Back to School Series. Whether you're a longtime listener or just tuning in, this episode is foundational. George revisits one of the most impactful solo episodes to date—the “Triangle of Death”—where he breaks down the 3 biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make in their customer journey. These are the blind spots that sabotage trust, conversion, and long-term business success, and this episode is a must-listen reminder of how to do it right.George lays out a powerful framework for entrepreneurs at any stage—whether you're trying to get to your first 10K month or scaling past seven figures. These three mistakes may seem simple on the surface, but they often go unnoticed and can be the silent killer of momentum and connection.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How to identify and fix the “Triangle of Death” in your customer journeyWhy empathy and timing are critical to successWhat to do instead of overloading your audience with contentHow to rebuild trust and connection through customer-centric communicationActionable steps to increase retention, results, and referrals Key Takeaways:✔️Zone of Doubt: That critical moment after a customer opts in or buys—don't leave them hanging. Fill the emotional gap quickly and intentionally.✔️Inverse Journey: Making it all about you instead of them. Your customer's journey should always be focused on their results, not your accolades.✔️Drown the Journey: Overloading your customer with too much too fast creates overwhelm and resistance. Ease them in with clarity and support. Timestamps:[00:00] – Intro to the Back to School Series + Episode Setup[04:00] – Why the Triangle of Death kills momentum[06:00] – Mistake #1: Zone of Doubt – commitment remorse and how it derails trust[10:00] – Mistake #2: Inverse Journey – making it about your story instead of their transformation[15:00] – Mistake #3: Drown the Journey – how to avoid overwhelming your audience[20:00] – Leadership = communication that lands. Why implementation beats information[23:00] – The ultimate responsibility of every entrepreneur Your Challenge This WeekAudit your onboarding experience. Choose one touchpoint—whether it's an opt-in email, first purchase confirmation, or DM follow-up—and ask:“Does this make the customer feel seen, safe, and supported?”Then make one small improvement to reduce doubt and increase clarity.Resources Mentioned in the Episode:Customer Journey Training Video: DM George on Instagram for accessThe Catalyst by Jonah Berger – for deeper insights into behavior and customer motivationWant to Go Deeper with George?Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connectionApply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply here Attend Live Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/event
Ever feel like your business growth looks messy, unpredictable, or unsustainable?In this high-energy re-run solo episode, George breaks down a timeless metaphor that brings structure and clarity to the chaos: your business is a Christmas tree. From the foundational roots to the shining star at the top, you'll learn how sustainable scaling is all about expansion, reflection, and aligned execution.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How to use the “Christmas Tree” model to audit and grow your businessThe three core elements that make up the trunk of your businessWhy going wider isn't always the answer to scalingWhat to do when you're in a plateau or feeling burnt outHow pruning your business regularly keeps it aligned and sustainableThe value of knowing your “trunk” and anchoring back into itKey Takeaways:✔️The “trunk” of your business must be made up of: who you are, who you help, and how you help them✔️True growth comes from subtraction: cutting what's not working✔️Expansion and reflection should happen in cycles: test, audit, trim, repeat✔️You can only care for one Christmas tree at a time: focus matters✔️Sustainable growth is built on clarity and alignment, not complexity or hustle Timestamps:[00:00] – Back-to-School Series intro: revisiting foundational lessons[04:00] – Why your business is like a Christmas tree[05:00] – Primal Life Organics story + lessons in full-out execution[08:00] – How reflection and iteration build mastery[10:00] – The Christmas Tree model explained[12:00] – The 3 key elements of the “trunk”[14:00] – Why scaling comes from cutting, not adding[16:00] – Reflection as the growth catalyst[18:00] – False narratives about constant growth[20:00] – Don't plant multiple trees — focus and master one[24:00] – Knowing when to cap a tree and start anew[26:00] – Final thoughts and listener challenge Your Challenge This Week:Write down your business “trunk”:Who are you?Who do you serve?How do you help them?Then, audit your current business activities. What's aligned? What needs to be pruned?Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ community for entrepreneurs who scale with trust and connection.Apply for 1:1 Coaching – Ready to build your business with sustainability, impact, and ease? Apply here.Live Events – Get in the room where long-term success is built: mindofgeorge.com/eventFollow George on Instagram – DM him your “trunk” or thoughts on this episode: @itsgeorgebryant