Podcasts about Shame

Welcome back to Nikky After Dark. Tonight is public risk, leftover hotel hunger, and three single moms who stayed behind at the pool and finally stopped pretending.A woman dressed like trouble lets a stranger grind her skirt up in a packed festival crowd… then he pulls it out. A couple already wrecked in hotel sheets leaves the blanket down when housekeeping walks in — and she doesn't leave. Three single moms, kids at the fun park, wet swimsuits, divorce stories that turn filthy, a locked door, and a tangle they weren't supposed to become.Plus listener confessions about a see-through bikini that did exactly what it was bought to do, a 4:30 a.m. code-word hookup on the patio, a wife whose husband only gets to watch, and a husband who shared after the wedding.Question of the night: What's a line you swore you'd never cross… until you were already on the other side of it and didn't want to go back?18+ explicit audio erotica. Real listener confessions, read immersive and unfiltered. Consent is required. Shame is optional.Submit yours: Nikky@DearNikky.com or DearNikky.com/confessionsLive Mon–Sat 8pm Central on Discord.Ad-free on Spreaker and Apple. Stay curious. Stay consensual. Stay a little feral.Support The Show: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/dear-nikky/id6442972835 Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dear-nikky-hidden-desires--6316414/support Join us over on Discord: https://discord.gg/MfsyKuPxMK Featured Release: Dear Nikky: Sex Confessions From People Just Like You is out now! Dive deeper into the raw, unfiltered stories you love.Contact:Email: Nikky@dearnikky.com (or dear.nikky.confessions@gmail.com)Website: DearNikky.com/confessionsSocials: Twitter/X (@DNikky162), Instagram (@DNikky162), Facebook (@DearNikky)Content Warning: This episode contains explicit sexual content, including graphic descriptions of ass play, butt plug sex, bisexual encounters, threesomes, public/exhibitionist sex, and consensual adult fun. Stories depict enthusiastic consent. Listener discretion advised; 18+ only. Submissions involving bestiality, incest, underage role-play, rape, non-consensual content, or racial slurs are not aired.Get Involved:Submit Your Story: Got a secret fantasy or steamy confession? Write to Nikky at Nikky@dearnikky.com or submit anonymously at DearNikky.com/confessions. By submitting, you certify you're 18+, the sole creator, and that the content meets our guidelines.Say Hello: Have a burning fantasy or just want to chat? Reach out on socials or email — Nikky loves hearing your naughtiest thoughts!Support the Show: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker or your favorite platform. Your support helps new listeners discover the heat!

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brandon Bronaugh. A life transition expert and one of the faces of A&E’s hit show Hoarders.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brandon Bronaugh. A life transition expert and one of the faces of A&E’s hit show Hoarders.

Lady, before you make plans with your boo for the weekend, you may want to listen to this episode. This week Terri and Dom welcome Dr. Joy Cooper back for a much-needed conversation. In this week's throwback episode, the ladies dive into a different topic related to our gynecological health...STDs and STIs. If you remember what you learned in the sex-ed class in high school and the pamphlet in your doctor’s office... get ready because Dr. Joy is providing us with all of the updated terminology and statistics. Be sure to scroll down to check out the additional resources mentioned in the episode and links to contact Dr. Joy with your personal questions. Quote of the Day: "I called my best friend to tell her. We made a nickname up for it so we wouldn't have to use the words. We called it clouds." - Anonymous Takeaways: Dental Dams Female Condom Relevant Episode: S4E3: The Burden of Fibroids for Black Women with Dr. Joy Cooper Follow Dr. Joy Cooper on Instagram: @thedrjoy Our Culture Care California residents: Send a DM to Dr. Joy on IG or @ourculturecare Resources: Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: herspacepodcast.com Email: herspacepodcast@gmail.com H.E.R Space Sanctuary: https://www.facebook.com/groups/herspacesanctuary/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin take Penn State to task for unveiling a new Joe Paterno exhibit at their football stadium given his ties to convicted child molester Jerry Sandusky. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates the worst school subjects in this week’s edition of One’s Gotta Go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You love the kids you've been called to care for. You're grateful most of the time. But sometimes your hidden feelings are still, well.... complicated. You may feel frustrated by how much is asked of you, lonely in the load you're carrying, jealous of other moms who seem to have it easier, or ashamed that motherhood doesn't always feel the way you thought it would. In this week's episode, Dr. Alison is joined by longtime friends, ministry leaders, and authors of the new book Moms on the Way, Kathy Tuan-MacLean and Tara Edelschick for an honest conversation about the complicated emotions moms are often afraid to admit out loud. Drawing from their research with more than 700 women, they explore why shame and resentment thrive in isolation—and what can happen when we finally bring those feelings into the light. You'll learn: *Why motherhood can become fertile ground for comparison and shame *What resentment is really telling you *How to discern between something that is simply hard and something that genuinely needs to change *How hidden shame and resentment can isolate you from yourself, others, and God *What to do when these hidden emotions creep in More Resources: Connect with Kathy and Tara here. Get Moms on the Way: Following Jesus Through the Challenges of Motherhood here.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Brandon Bronaugh. A life transition expert and one of the faces of A&E’s hit show Hoarders.

SUMMARY Your words become your child's inner voice, for better or for worse. In this episode, Brent Silkey shares the practice he's kept without missing a single year — a handwritten letter to each of his four kids on every birthday, so that by graduation they'll hold an 18-year catalog of God's faithfulness over their life. Recorded in the pouring rain during Brent's 24-hour run for freedom, this conversation will challenge you to speak life over your family, stop settling for comfort, and take the next step you already know you need to take. TAKEAWAYS You can do hard things, or you can have hard things happen to you. Dads who train themselves — physically, spiritually, emotionally — build a reservoir their whole family draws from. Your words are the foundation blocks of your family's culture. Brent has written and read a letter to each of his four kids on every birthday, so by graduation they'll hold an 18-year catalog of God's faithfulness over their life. Big vision belongs to the whole family, not just to dad. Bike rides became park days, marathons became bake sales and jewelry stands, and the kids caught the heart without ever being told to. Freedom from pornography is one of the greatest gifts a dad can give. Shame keeps men isolated; rootedness in a real community — not a la carte Christianity — is where the healing starts. You'll never regret investing more in your family. You'll know your kids as adults far longer than you knew them as kids, so when they say "up," pick them up. QUOTES "By the time they graduate high school, they'll have a catalog of God's faithfulness over 18 years in these letters." "You can either do hard things or you can have hard things happen to you." "Do something you've never done to reach someone that's not yet been reached." "This is a family thing, not a Brent thing." "The most life-changing question outside of the gospel being shared was, What's my next obedience step?" "We can be people who speak life over our families, life over our kids. It really goes a long way." GUEST Brent Silkey is the founder of 30 for Freedom, a ministry mobilizing runners to rescue girls out of trafficking. He's completed 71+ marathons and ultras — including seven marathons on seven continents in seven days — and has helped raise more than $4.3 million for freedom. Brent also directs Chi Alpha at the University of St. Thomas and runs with UNRL. Adopted from South Korea as a baby, he and his wife live in Minnesota with their four kids: two daughters, 14 and 11, and two sons, 8 and 5. This fall he's taking on 40 for Freedom — running 40 miles for his 40th birthday and inviting 40 leaders to multiply the vision toward $300,000 raised in a single day.   LINKS Spartan Team DadAwesome, Dallas, Texas, October 17 https://givebutter.com/DallasSpartan Leave a VOICEMAIL: https://www.speakpipe.com/DadAwesome Join Team Awesomeness (monthly support team) at any level from $7/month to $1000/month... We have 41 families committed to fueling the ministry DadAwesome as we head toward celebrating 9 years of AWESOMENESS this coming winter: https://www.dadawesome.org/give Join the DadAwesome Prayer Team: Text "pray" to (651) 370-8618 Apply to join the next DadAwesome Accelerator Cohort Subscribe to DadAwesome Messages: Text the word "Dad" to (651) 370-8618 7-Day Video Series: dadawesome.org/book Free Chapter + Intro Video Series: dadawesome.org/book Subscribe to DadAwesome Messages: Text "Dad" to (651) 370-8618 The DadAwesome book (search "dadawesome" on Amazon) 30 for Freedom: https://www.instagram.com/30forfreedom/ Brent Silkey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentsilkey/ Brent Silkey's 40 for Freedom Challenge Chi Alpha at University of St. Thomas: https://www.instagram.com/ust_xa/ UNRL: https://www.instagram.com/unrlco/ The Great World Race Episode page will be: https://www.dadawesome.org/blog/450  

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this uplifting second part of a 2-part series, Dr. Christine Li guides listeners through strategies for breaking the cycle of clutter and guilt. Learn how to declutter your space—and your mind—while releasing shame and embracing joy along the way. Discover practical tips to protect your energy, stay focused on your goals, and celebrate every small victory as you transform your home and your habits.Starting September 14th, Dr. Li will be hosting a week-long free decluttering event called Re-Energize Your Home.  This will be 15th round of this magical event where you will learn not only how to finally address your clutter, but also how to elevate your energy in the process.  Go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clutterfree to register today.Timestamps00:00:00: Dr. Christine Li welcomes listeners, introduces episode 299 as part 2 on clutter and guilt, and recaps part 1's focus on the emotional weight and blockage caused by clutter.00:00:50: Shift towards strategies for decluttering with joy; preview of four strategies and an invitation to work together for free on decluttering.00:01:28: Dr. Christine Li introduces herself, outlines her background as a psychologist and procrastination coach, and previews the podcast's focus on actionable strategies for success.00:02:11: Recap of previous episode's exploration of clutter's negative impact; poses the core question: how do we actually deal with clutter?00:03:38: Discussion of the success pathway—momentum built on consistency, habits, and pleasure; emphasizes that happiness and joy are key to overcoming clutter.00:04:33: Highlights the need to find joy in decluttering, countering the natural resistance and negative energy of clutter.00:05:10: Introduction of four actionable strategies, starting with the importance of keeping the end goal in mind during decluttering.00:06:10: Outlines the positive outcomes of a clutter-free life: better mood, abundance, and more literal and emotional space; stresses staying goal-focused.00:07:46: Anecdote about Dolly Parton as inspiration for taking action and believing that failure is not permanent.00:07:58: Second strategy: Conserve your energy during decluttering by addressing only a few items at a time; suggests using music and manageable sections.00:09:23: Reframe decluttering as energy-replenishing; encourages experiencing the act as releasing what no longer serves you.00:10:08: Third strategy: Mark progress with celebration to interrupt patterns of getting stuck and failing to acknowledge change.00:11:15: Practice celebrating every item released; make the process joyful rather than grim.00:11:43: Fourth strategy: Remember your role as “big boss” of your home; see your space as a foundation for bigger goals and positive impact.00:13:15: Episode summary: Enjoy yourself, keep eyes on your goal, protect and celebrate yourself; success is both possible and planned.00:14:10: Invitation to Dr. Christine Li's free 5-Day Reenergize Your Home Challenge; details on how to join.00:15:21: Closing: How to subscribe, find resources and earlier episodes, connect via Instagram, and suggest topics for future episodes.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clutterfreeTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/labSimply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPStarting September 14th, Dr. Li will be hosting a week-long free decluttering event called Re-Energize Your Home.  This will be 15th round of this magical event where you will learn not only how to finally address your clutter, but also how to elevate your energy in the process.  Go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/clutterfree to register today.

Why can you feel almost functional one day and completely wrecked the next with hypermobile EDS, HSD, POTS, or MCAS? And how do you know whether you need more treatment, more rest, more movement, or an entirely different approach? In this special episode of Bendy Bodies with the Hypermobility MD, producer Aron Korney turns the tables on Dr. Linda Bluestein, asking questions submitted by the hypermobility community about some of the most frustrating and misunderstood parts of living with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD), mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), POTS/dysautonomia, joint instability, chronic pain, and related conditions. Dr. Bluestein breaks down why symptoms can fluctuate so dramatically from day to day and explains the physiology that may be driving those changes. Sleep quality, hormones, hydration, immune and mast cell activation, physical activity, cumulative stress, and other factors can all influence how someone feels from one day to the next. The conversation also tackles something that is rarely discussed enough: the shame, guilt, and self-doubt that can come with unpredictable chronic illness. Dr. Bluestein shares practical ways family members, partners, and friends can offer support without minimizing symptoms, giving advice that wasn't requested, or assuming they know what the person needs. They also explore two professionals who are often missing from a hypermobility care team: pelvic floor physical therapists and mental health professionals who truly understand chronic illness. Drawing from The Book of Questions: Living with Chronic Illness by Brianna Greenspan and Dr. Gregory Stock, Dr. Bluestein discusses a powerful self-advocacy question: “Despite how I'm feeling in this exact moment, what can I do to best support myself starting now?” Sometimes the most useful intervention isn't a complicated new treatment. It may be drinking water, eating something, changing position, putting on compression, asking for help, modifying an activity, or simply doing one small thing that moves you forward. And then things get rapid-fire. Dr. Bluestein reveals some of her favorite and most underrated treatments for hypermobility, the misconceptions about joint instability she encounters most often, and what she considers one of the most dangerous myths in EDS and HSD care: that surgery is always the answer for an unstable joint. They discuss why joint stability is more complicated than ligaments alone, how systemic issues such as mast cell activation may influence symptoms and stability, and why optimizing the entire person before pursuing surgery can matter. The episode closes with a simple strategy for anyone who feels overwhelmed by a long list of health problems: don't try to fix everything at once. Start small, build momentum, and keep moving in the right direction. Whether you're living with hEDS, HSD, POTS, MCAS, chronic pain, dysautonomia, or another complex connective tissue disorder, this episode offers practical strategies for understanding symptom variability, building a better care team, advocating for yourself, and making progress without needing a perfect plan. Want more Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD? 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Social Eating and Shame Around Food Why can eating with other people feel so different from eating on your own? In this episode of the Food Freedom Mindset series, Nicole Ternay explores the psychology behind social eating, food guilt, comparison, and the shame that can show up around your choices. You'll discover why the real struggle often isn't the food—it's what you make the food mean about you. Nicole shares how to break the cycle of judgment and all-or-nothing thinking, become more present around food, and begin building a relationship with yourself that's rooted in trust instead of control. If you've been listening to this podcast and thinking, “I know I'm ready for something to change, but I don't want to spend another year dieting, starting over, and fighting with my body,” I want to invite you into something a little different. It's called the Jumpstart Experience…a private 12-week experience where we work together to create real, sustainable change in your body, your habits, and the way you think about yourself. We start SEPTEMBER 28th! It's intimate, highly supported, and designed for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and finally understand how to make weight loss feel simpler—and something they can actually maintain. If that sounds like the kind of experience you've been looking for, I'd love to have you join me. You can learn more and apply at https://www.nicoleternay.com/jump  

Two GREAT games to share with you in this episode!Games that were on the "Shelf of Shame" or should we say..."Shelf of Opportunity!"As a Timely Topic, KC and Andy ask the question, are there too many games??What do you do with too many games that don't get played??Enjoy this episode then go play games that anyone can play!!

Back to School 8 Week Challenge - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/back-to-school-challenge.html On today's episode I break down a viral video that says you should shame yourself into losing weight — and why the science actually shows shame makes most people eat more, not less. I get into self-efficacy, stacking small wins instead of waiting for one big transformation, and the unemotional approach I used to drop 11 pounds after letting myself go in Mexico. If you already know what to do but still can't stay consistent, this is the mindset piece nobody's talking about. 90 Day Clubhouse Kickstart Program - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ Buy One, Get One 50% Off, Legion Athletic Supplements Code "ERIC" HERE - https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Check out Marek Health at - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf_marekhealth.html?ref= Podcast Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitnesspodcast

This is A Fan Favorite Rerun Episode In this episode, I'm joined by Russ Jones, the incredibly relatable and hilarious host of the ADHD Big Brother podcast and creator of the ADHD Big Brother community. Russ is not only a productivity coach trained in integrative wellness and ADHD-specific strategies—he's also someone who's walked the walk. Diagnosed later in life, Russ turned his own challenges into a mission to serve others, helping adults with ADHD cut through the noise and get the “tough stuff” done.We dive into Russ's ADHD journey—from late diagnosis to creating a thriving support community built around daily accountability, humor, and vulnerability. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, isolated, or stuck in self-doubt, this episode will remind you that you're not alone—and that consistent, small steps can lead to transformational change. Tune in to hear how Russ turned a quit-smoking forum into the blueprint for an ADHD support system that actually works.Russ Jones is a productivity coach trained in integrative wellness and ADHD-specific coaching. He's committed to helping adults with ADHD get the tough stuff done. His personal journey, including a later-in-life ADHD diagnosis, fuels his passion for empowering the ADHD community, by simplifying the chaos of our unique skull spaghetti (his word for brains), and offering easy to apply solutions. Russ hosts the ADHD Big Brother podcast and is the founder of the ADHD Big Brother community, an online platform where he and members successfully give and get daily support and make progress on their goals, proving that community is one of the greatest tools to a well-managed and productive ADHD life. Episode Highlights:[1:02] - Introducing Russ Jones and his passion for simplifying the ADHD experience [2:45] - Getting diagnosed at 40 and navigating the grief and relief [5:00] - From actor to ADHD advocate: Russ's early career and challenges [9:22] - The emotional crash during COVID and rediscovering purpose [12:46] - Launching his podcast and coaching practice [14:10] - How quitting nicotine inspired the ADHD Big Brother community [15:32] - The power of daily accountability and owning our struggles [18:47] - What showing up consistently looks like—even on bad days [20:27] - How community transforms shame into progress [22:20] - Behind the scenes of the ADHD Big Brother platform and how it works [25:16] - Gamifying success with “Skull Spaghetti” and badge rewards [27:11] - Crushing long-term goals with consistent, low-pressure action [30:04] - The “inverted mountain” analogy for achieving goals with ADHD [33:39] - One big takeaway: be cool with yourself, even on hard days Links & Resources:Russ Jones' ADHD Community & Podcast: https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/ Thank you for tuning into "SuccessFULL with ADHD." If this episode has impacted you, remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast.

 Shame says your sin is too great, but the cross reveals Jesus as the even greater savior. Lindsay Schott joins me on the Live Like It's True podcast for the final episode of the Judgy series. Come and take in the truth about your sin, displayed on a cross—and the more astonishing mercy of your loving Savior. Luke 23, The CrucifixionLindsay's upcoming book Trained to TeachFree: Judgy Heart CheckMore from the Judgy SeriesLindsay SchottLindsay Schott is the co-founder of Teach Equip and the co-author of an upcoming book, Trained to Teach. She has a passion for women to know the scripture and to experience deep transformation in relationship with Jesus and others.She and her husband live in the Dallas area with their four children. You can see Lindsay's watercolor work at lindsayschott.com and see her creative journey on Instagram @lindsayschottwatercolor.More from the Judgy Series on Live Like It's True.  Get the FREE Judgy Heart Check and check out Shannon's new book Kinda Judgy.  Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

Send us a Text Message - include your name!In this episode of Faith Over Breakfast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Andy answer Russ Lewis' question about good shame and bad shame. As they bounce around, reconstruct their ideas, and try to be coherent in the early morning hours, they come to some pretty profound conclusions about our capacity to shame one another, the destructive ways we can carry shame, and how we might receive the discipline of God as a kind of good shame that leads us toward forgiveness, restoration, and healthier connection with God and one another.Support the showSupport"Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" is a weekly podcast where Pastors Andy and Eric come together over a imaginary delicious breakfast to talk about faith, food, sermons, culture, and more. In each episode, the pastors delve into thought-provoking topics and offer inspiring insights and practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus. With occasional guests joining the conversation, "Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" provides a unique perspective on what it means to live a life of faith in today's world. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or just starting on your faith journey, this podcast is the perfect companion for your morning routine. So join Pastors Andy and Eric each week as they explore the intersections of faith, food, and life over a delicious breakfast.Support:https://www.buzzsprout.com/97804/support

Well it is Wednesday as clearly I didn't find the time to upload the episode!!!!  :(  Shame on me.

Is low testosterone really killing your sex drive — or is something deeper going on? In this episode, I sit down with Ben Davis to unpack the testosterone industry, what the numbers actually mean, and why so many men are chasing a hormonal fix for a psychological problem. We cover: • When low testosterone actually needs medical treatment (and what levels to look for)  • Why "more is better" thinking backfires  • The sponge analogy that explains why extra testosterone does nothing  • How sexual shame hijacks your sex drive — and what to do about it  • Natural ways to support healthy testosterone without TRT If you've ever worried your testosterone is too low or felt like something is "off" with your sex drive, this conversation is for you.

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Rachel Maddow looks at how Donald Trump's shameful dedication to deporting immigrants has led him to betray Afghans who helped the U.S. military in Afghanistan and were promised protection in the U.S., leaving it to individual service members to push back against his disgrace. Trump is also betraying the Iranians he continues to claim he is helping with his war on Iran, shaming the United States with his dishonor. Maggie Mullen, reporter for Wyofile.com, talks with Rachel about the strong resistance in Wyoming to Donald Trump's efforts to interfere in their elections, despite Wyoming being very Republican and more supportive of Trump than any other state, according to polls. Rachel Maddow explains how a secret bomb shelter installed under the White House during the Obama administration undercuts Donald Trump's legal claim that he needs his ballroom constructed because it will include a necessary bomb shelter for the White House. Rachel is joined by Greg Werkheiser, co-founder of Cultural Heritage Partners, to discuss a coalition of organizations working to protect Washington cultural and historic landmarks from Trump's reckless vanity projects. Want more of Rachel? Check out the "Rachel Maddow Presents" feed to listen to all of her chart-topping original podcasts.To listen to all of your favorite MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux takes a call from a man who says he is a gambling addict, has a long stutter, and still lives with his father after 15 years of shame and debt. He looks at the caller's strict and sometimes violent childhood, the bullying, and the family pattern of wanting something for nothing, then ties the gambling back to a search for the care that was missing early on.JOIN ME IN NASHVILLE SEPTEMBER 12! https://wordwardebate.com/Use code STEFAN for 10% off!GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/FREEDOMAIN2026

Talking about sex can feel awkward—even with the person you love most. But avoiding the conversation doesn't make the issues disappear. It often creates more distance. In this episode, Dr. Kim and Nancy have an honest, grace-filled conversation about building a healthy sexual relationship through open communication, emotional safety, and mutual respect. They share lessons from their own marriage, discuss why every couple experiences different seasons of intimacy, and offer practical ways to have conversations about sex without shame, fear, or defensiveness. Whether you've been married for six months or sixty years, this episode will encourage you to communicate with honesty, pursue one another with love, and create an environment where intimacy can continue to grow. Main Takeaways: Every marriage experiences different seasons of intimacy—and that's normal. The healthiest conversations about sex happen when both spouses feel safe, heard, and respected. Comparison is one of the quickest ways to create dissatisfaction in your marriage. Small, honest conversations build stronger intimacy than avoiding difficult topics. A thriving sex life isn't about perfection—it's about pursuing one another with love, grace, and intentionality. Quotes from this Episode: Dr. Kim Kimberling "Our marriage is not just about sex. It's about all of life, and our intimacy has to fit the season we're in." "When you approach conversations about sex with love instead of criticism, you're setting your marriage up to grow instead of to fail." "Don't compare your marriage to Hollywood or someone else's story. You have to define what works best for the two of you." "Stay at the comfort level of the person who's least comfortable. There's always another way to build intimacy together." "It's not really about the quantity of sex—it's about the quality of the connection." "The goal isn't proving who's right. The goal is making your marriage better together."     Nancy Kimberling "We've always approached these conversations with love, not a critical spirit." "Nothing is more personal than your own body, so sharing it with someone else is the ultimate vulnerability." "Warmth is the best culture to keep between you when you're talking about intimacy." "Emotional safety is foundational. It's hard to be sexually vulnerable if you don't feel emotionally safe."   Time to Talk About it: What helps you feel the safest, most loved, and most connected to me—both emotionally and physically? Are there any conversations about our intimacy that we've been avoiding? If so, what's one small step we could take to talk about them with honesty and grace? What's one thing I do that makes you feel pursued, appreciated, or desired, and what's one thing I could do more often? What would it take to take our sex life up one point? How can we make that happen?   Mentioned in this Episode: Sign up for our daily One Thing email! Our Love Making Survey is a great way to keep conversational loving rather than critical.  Sex is intended to be a gift for your marriage, if you're having a hard time talking about it with your spouse, try this resource: 62 Questions About Sex. Want an opportunity to dig into God's Word with your spouse? Find Awesome Marriage on YouVersion. You'll love our 14 Keys to Lasting Love. Check it out with your spouse! If you haven't browsed our site, you've GOT to check out the marriage resources we have over at AwesomeMarriage.com, and browse our online courses at AwesomeMarriageUniversity.com !  Be the first to hear about all things Awesome Marriage, receive monthly bonus content straight from Dr. Kim and Mrs. Nancy, and take advantage of big discounts by becoming a Marriage Changer!   

Many young adults wonder if their past struggles will prevent them from experiencing healthy, lasting relationships. Shame, secrecy, and fear of rejection can make honest conversations about sexuality feel impossible. In this episode, John and Haley Begeman share their journey of recovery, dating, and building trust through courageous conversations about sexual brokenness. They explore the importance of honesty before marriage, how to approach disclosure with wisdom, and why healing happens through community. This conversation offers hope that freedom is possible and that authentic relationships can be built on truth, grace, and trust. Resources: Register For The 2026 Summit Now! GET STARTEDSummit 2026!: Register NowFree eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal TraumaFree eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From PornSchedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling ConsultationJoin A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALSFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on X (Twitter) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"I have med school debt, no real plan for my daughter's college, and a tuition bill I can't afford that's due now."That message landed in Dr. Latifat's inbox and she knew immediately it wasn't just one physician's story. The shame, the silence, the belief that a doctor should have all of this figured out by now. In this episode, she breaks down every thought hiding underneath that message and gives the honest, nuanced answer that no one else is willing to say out loud.Should you really be paying for your kids' college at all?In this episode:The shame spiral that keeps women physicians silent and why it compounds just like debt Why "I should have this figured out by now" is a thought error, not a factThought error #1: Rescuing your kids from debt might actually remove their drive for successThought error #2: Should parents really be expected to pay for all of college? The conversation to have with your kids right now about AI and the economic value of their majorThought error #3: Why prioritizing your kids' tuition over your retirement is a mistake The painful truth: your kid cannot borrow for your retirement, but they CAN borrow for college How paying for everything can actually create resentment in your kids later What to do right now if you're earlier in your journey and have young kids at home "We don't want the shame we've experienced to be what leads our kids and us into deeper debt in the future."Ready to build the financial foundation that changes all of this? → moneyfitmd.com/6to7If you're tired of feeling like medicine is something you have to keep doing instead of something you get to choose, this workshop is for you.Join us to learn how busy women physicians are creating financial freedom, building real options, and designing lives they do not need to escape from without waiting for traditional retirement.

Kim Murphy joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about unburdening herself from decades of shame, her often absent and unpredictable mother, what we owe or don't owe our parents at the end of their lives, gaining a level of remove from the character versions of ourselves, the push and pull of dependence and disappointment, hoping our parents will be different, getting raw and vulnerable on the page, molding lived experience into a narrative arc, depicting the younger versions of ourselves, the motivation and accountability of a writing partner, making art from a messy childhood, working with vulnerable and difficult material, creating her own imprint and becoming an indie author, and her new memoir Unmothered: A Memoir of Parental Neglect and the Search for Love and Belonging.   Ronit's upcoming workshop: Writing Dynamic Memoir: From Lived Experience to Gripping Story https://www.lmcmurtrylitcenter.org/workshops/writing-dynamic-memoir-from-lived-experience-to-gripping-story   Also in this episode: - the divided self - writing with metaphor - having your family's blessing   Books mentioned in this episode: The Memoir Project by Marian Roach Smith Deep Memoir by Jennifer Selig   Kim Murphy is the author of Unmothered, a memoir that explores the long shadow of maternal absence, the quiet work of self-parenting, and the ways women learn to survive--and eventually soften--without the care they needed. Her writing traces the intersections of trauma, identity, resilience, and healing, with particular attention to the enduring impact of childhood emotional neglect and abuse.   A longtime writer and communications strategist, Kim spent more than three decades as an independent contractor crafting narratives for government agencies, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 organizations, translating complex material into clear, easy-to-understand content.  She is the author of The Vietnam Veterans Memorial: 25 Years of Healing and Educating and co-author of The Best Friends' Guide to Getting Fit. Her work has also appeared in Ritz-Carlton Magazine. When she's not writing or hanging out with her husband, Kim plays Mahjong, pulls weeds from her flower garden, and walks the beach while listening to podcasts and audiobooks.   Connect with Kim: Website: https://kestrelhousepress.com/ On Instagram: @kma_copy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-murphy-593b01/   Purchase Book: https://books.by/kestrelhousepress – Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, Poets & Writers, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories.  She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and teaches memoir through the University of Washington's Online Continuum Program and also independently. She launched Let's Talk Memoir in 2022, lives in Seattle with her family of people and dogs, and is at work on her next book. More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com Subscribe to Ronit's Substack: https://substack.com/@ronitplank   Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank https://bsky.app/profile/ronitplank.bsky.social

In today's conversation, we're tackling some of the most pressing questions submitted by our listeners and readers of Reflections magazine. Dr. David K. Bernard discusses commonly overlooked topics from an apostolic perspective, including abuse, marriage dynamics, digital culture, and parenting. His insights provide practical guidance rooted in biblical principles for navigating complex life situations.KEY  TOPICSAbuse and safety in marriagePornography as betrayal and recovery optionsBiblical roles of husband and wifeBalancing church involvement with family needsHandling bullying in church youth groupsParenting adult children and setting boundariesSpiritual leadership in the homeInfluence of digital culture on childrenRESOURCESAVAILABLE AT PENTECOSTALPUBLISHING.COMJohnson, David, ed. The Apostolic Family (includes a chapter by my wife and me & a chapter by Dr Miller)Payne, Keith & Laura. The Blessed Road: Marriage Lessons from the Beatitudes.Royer, Tina. Restoring Love: Overcoming Abuse, Shame, and Unnatural Affection.Sargent, Darin. Parenting with Purpose.Saucer, Kaleb & Ellerie. The Healthy Home Challenge.Showalter, Steven. Escaping Fantasyland (pornography).Dr. Bernard's books and other materials are available for purchase through the Pentecostal Publishing House. A library of video resources, including podcasts, sermons, and theological debates and presentations, are available on Dr. Bernard's YouTube channel. CHAPTERS02:50 Addressing Domestic Abuse and Safety08:27 Navigating Pornography and Trust Issues14:44 Understanding Headship and Financial Decisions19:32 Balancing Family, Work, and Church Involvement28:41 Spiritual Leadership in the Home31:38 Navigating Family Dynamics and Faith37:09 Addressing Digital Culture and Parenting Challenges42:10 Transitioning to Parenting Adult Children46:35 Managing Relationships with Troubled Family Members50:12 Influencing Grandchildren's Spiritual Growth52:48 Balancing Family Loyalty and Personal Convictions55:55 Encouragement for Apostolic WomenCONNECT WITH US:Reflections magazine: https://reflectionsupci.comFacebook:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/reflectionsmagazineupci ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/reflectionsmagazineupci ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/07xYABSct5gSONhEZ3W82a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reflections-upci/id1652558161YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@reflectionsupci

What if the goal isn't to finally become the organized, detail-oriented, always-on-time person you keep thinking you should be?And what if “that's just how my brain works” isn't the answer either?After a particularly humbling month of calendar fails, Jenna started asking a different question: What if I stopped demanding that my brain “try harder” and started building systems that actually work for the brain I have?This conversation goes way beyond productivity. It's about the surprising relational cost of our habits, the parts of ourselves we genuinely need to grow up, and the beautiful parts we may have accidentally been trying to get rid of along the way.Because maybe maturity isn't becoming less like yourself.Maybe it's learning to steward yourself so well that the best parts of who God made you to be can come out more freely.Mature it. Don't murder it.Your Half of The Marriage:Click here : to Find out more about Jenna's course for wives Click to join interest list --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

What does it take to make financial education truly meaningful and accessible? In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, Holly Zugay, CFP, AFC, shares her journey from chemistry to financial education and the lessons she's learned working with diverse communities, including low-income families, veterans, homeowners facing foreclosure, and individuals transitioning from incarceration.Holly discusses how shame, stigma, and lack of confidence can create barriers to financial well-being, and why financial professionals need to move beyond the “ivory tower” approach. She shares practical strategies for building trust, creating participant-centered financial education programs, using activities to make financial topics engaging, and measuring success through meaningful behavior change.Holly also breaks down her Building Your Financial House program, including why she takes a long-term approach to financial education, addresses topics beyond budgeting and credit, and helps participants build confidence in their financial decisions.Learn more about AFCPE® and AFC Certification. 

Shame. The feeling of “I'm not enough,” or “I don't deserve good things.” How does this pattern of thought shape our lives? And how do we intervene in this cycle of behavior? This week, Bridgette and Lindsey share how they're reshaping harmful words and ideas into moments of significance. Hiding from shame doesn't change us feeling it, but addressing it and knowing what to do next can greatly impact how we move forward.Key TakeawaysShame differs from other emotions because it carries a continual weight rather than passing by.Continual feelings of shame can make us believe that we as people are failures rather than a single event or experience being unsuccessful.Understanding significance and its importance to categorizing experiences allows us to see a difficult situation as something needed despite the pain or as embarrassing.Narrative therapy and other therapeutic techniques can provide a means to separate painful experiences from our sense of self.As adults, understanding how to navigate confrontation, embarrassment, and challenging situations can aid in how we experience shame.Resources MentionedDr. Brené Brown, “TED Talk: Listening to Shame”Volare's Trauma-Informed Training SessionsConnect and Learn More☑️ Bridgette Stumpf | LinkedIn☑️ Lindsey Silverberg | LinkedIn ☑️ Volare | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook☑️ Subscribe to the TraumaTies newsletter ☑️ TraumaTies Website | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify Brought to you by Volare, TraumaTies: Untangling Societal Harm & Healing After Crime is a podcast that creates space and conversations to dissect the structural and systemic knots that keep us from addressing trauma.Rooted in a belief that survivors of crime deserve respect for their dignity in the aftermath of victimization, Volare seeks to empower survivors by informing them of all of the options available and working to transform existing response systems to be more inclusive of the diverse needs that survivors often have after crime.Volare also provides free, holistic, and comprehensive advocacy, therapeutic, and legal services to survivors of all crime types. Visit our website to learn more about how to access our trauma-informed education training and how to partner with us to expand survivor-defined justice.

In this deeply personal episode of This Is Bipolar, Dr. Andrea Vassilev sits down with Shaley Hoogendoorn for an honest conversation about one of the most difficult and unexpected years of Shaley's life. Shaley opens up about the sudden end of her marriage, how she discovered that her life was about to change, and what it has been like to navigate the shock, grief, and trauma of a divorce she never saw coming. Andrea helps Shaley look back on the past year—not just at what happened, but at what happened inside of her as she tried to process an enormous loss while also living with bipolar disorder. Together, they talk about the impact that trauma, grief, uncertainty, and attachment injury can have on mental health and mood stability. Shaley shares candidly about how this experience affected her bipolar disorder, the fear of becoming unwell during a crisis, and the work it has taken to recognize what is trauma, what is grief, and what may be connected to bipolar symptoms. The conversation also explores self-stigma and the complicated feelings that can surface when someone with bipolar disorder is struggling. Instead of simply being allowed to grieve, there can be an added layer of questioning: Is this a normal response to what I've been through? Is this my bipolar disorder? Am I becoming unwell? Can I trust myself? Shaley and Andrea discuss the things that have helped Shaley move through the past year, including therapy, medication, community, peer support, self-care, honesty, and learning to trust herself again. They also talk about healing when there is no neat ending—when you're still living in the "messy middle" and taking life one small step at a time. This isn't a story told from the other side with everything wrapped up in a bow. It's a conversation about what it looks like to keep going while you're still grieving, rebuilding, parenting, managing bipolar disorder, and figuring out what your life looks like now. It's an honest update on where Shaley has been, where she is today, and the hope she is slowly finding as she begins to imagine what might come next. (00:08:25) The phone search that revealed “divorce lawyer” (00:11:09) The first weeks of shock, panic, and physical overwhelm (00:16:24) Trauma, fragmentation, and why the story feels hard to tell (00:19:04) Losing the identity of wife, stay-at-home mom, and financial safety (00:22:52) Ambiguous grief and the death of a life that could have been (00:25:06) How the crisis affected bipolar symptoms (00:28:44) Suicidal ideation and getting through the worst moments safely (00:31:02) Self-stigma, feeling unlovable, and challenging that belief (00:37:28) Protecting sleep, medication changes, and weekly therapy (00:46:16) Glimmers, future hopes, and learning to trust myself again with Shaley Hoogendoorn for an honest conversation about one of the most difficult and unexpected years of Shaley's life. Shaley opens up about the sudden end of her marriage, how she discovered that her life was about to change, and what it has been like to navigate the shock, grief, and trauma of a divorce she never saw coming. Andrea helps Shaley look back on the past year—not just at what happened, but at what happened inside of her as she tried to process an enormous loss while also living with bipolar disorder. Together, they talk about the impact that trauma, grief, uncertainty, and attachment injury can have on mental health and mood stability. Shaley shares candidly about how this experience affected her bipolar disorder, the fear of becoming unwell during a crisis, and the work it has taken to recognize what is trauma, what is grief, and what may be connected to bipolar symptoms. The conversation also explores self-stigma and the complicated feelings that can surface when someone with bipolar disorder is struggling. Instead of simply being allowed to grieve, there can be an added layer of questioning: Is this a normal response to what I've been through? Is this my bipolar disorder? Am I becoming unwell? Can I trust myself? Shaley and Andrea discuss the things that have helped Shaley move through the past year, including therapy, medication, community, peer support, self-care, honesty, and learning to trust herself again. They also talk about healing when there is no neat ending—when you're still living in the "messy middle" and taking life one small step at a time. This isn't a story told from the other side with everything wrapped up in a bow. It's a conversation about what it looks like to keep going while you're still grieving, rebuilding, parenting, managing bipolar disorder, and figuring out what your life looks like now. It's an honest update on where Shaley has been, where she is today, and the hope she is slowly finding as she begins to imagine what might come next. (00:08:25) The phone search that revealed “divorce lawyer” (00:11:09) The first weeks of shock, panic, and physical overwhelm (00:16:24) Trauma, fragmentation, and why the story feels hard to tell (00:19:04) Losing the identity of wife, stay-at-home mom, and financial safety (00:22:52) Ambiguous grief and the death of a life that could have been (00:25:06) How the crisis affected bipolar symptoms (00:28:44) Suicidal ideation and getting through the worst moments safely (00:31:02) Self-stigma, feeling unlovable, and challenging that belief (00:37:28) Protecting sleep, medication changes, and weekly therapy (00:46:16) Glimmers, future hopes, and learning to trust myself again  Join the This Is Bipolar Community Looking for a place to connect with others who truly understand life with bipolar disorder? Join the This Is Bipolar subscriber community on Instagram for our private Bipolar Besties group chat, monthly peer-support Zoom gatherings, and exclusive Going Deeper podcast content. 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My guest is Joe Liemandt, technology entrepreneur and principal of Alpha School, a K-12 model that uses AI and individualized learning to help students master academics in just two hours a day, freeing the rest of their time to build businesses, conduct experiments, engage with their communities, and develop practical life skills. We discuss Alpha's promising results, tools parents and educators can use today, and Joe's vision for how AI could transform education and human potential. Show notes: https://go.hubermanlab.com/296-joe-liemandt Pre-order Protocols: https://protocolsbook.com Huberman Lab live events: https://www.hubermanlab.com/events Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Joe Liemandt (00:03:16) History of Traditional Classroom Model; Education Milestones (00:08:08) Sponsors: David & Lingo (00:10:25) Alpha School, High Standards & Support (00:22:33) Effective Support, Academics vs Athletics; Homeschooling (00:30:03) AI, Individualized Learning & Mastery (00:34:31) Teacher Education, Standardized Tests, Role of School (00:40:52) Sponsors: AG1 & Helix Sleep (00:43:42) AI, Scaffolding Learning, Mastery; Working Memory & Fluency (00:52:41) Working Memory, Focus; Gifted Kids (01:00:30) Basics Mastery, Grade Level Catch-Up, Individualized AI Lessons & Pace (01:06:57) Sponsor: LMNT (01:08:17) Shame, Motivation, Growth Rate; Overcoming Mental Blocks & Paying Kids (01:20:55) Suffering & Motivation, Kids Goals, Sports; Doing Hard Things (01:31:21) Founders High School, Life Skills; Kids' Goals (01:42:44) Reimagining Classroom Education (01:47:21) Importance of Building & Creating, AI & Humanity (01:58:04) Science & Redesigning Experiments, Kids' Interest-Led Projects (02:05:26) Huberman Lab Live Events (02:06:14) Learning Predictors, Gender, Income; Redesigning the School System (02:18:32) Success; Sports Academy, Alpha School Expansion (02:28:36) Acknowledgements (02:31:07) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics:  Breaking Animal News, Thankful, Tickle Study, Shame, History Segment, The Way Of Jesus, Fast & Furious, Safest Drivers, AI Christian Insults   Quotes: "Forgiveness helps you not carry home anger from work." "We forget how good we've got it." "You're not gonna win everybody over." . . . Holy Ghost Mama Pre-Order! Want more of the Oddcast? Check out our website! Watch our YouTube videos here. Connect with us on Facebook!

Scott Sauls is the author of books, most recently The Mercy King: How the Kindness of Jesus Heals Your Sin, Shame, and Weakness. In this conversation, Scott Sauls and Jonathan Rogers talk about our tendency to confuse being useful with being lovable. They also talk about the dangers of comparison and the value of restlessness.Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could the very thing that makes America work also be what's quietly breaking us? James F Richardson is a cultural anthropologist who has studied American society for twenty years. He's also the author of Our Worst Strength: American Individualism and Its Hidden Discontents. In this episode, we cover the impact of boundless optimism, options & the playground of autonomy. He speaks to the impact our individualism has on our work, mental health, friendships & romantic relationships. This episode originally aired on October 7, 2024. If you liked this episode, you'll also like episode 192: AM I A BAD FRIEND/? 7 DEADLY SINS OF FRIENDSHIP Guest:https://jamesrichardson.substack.com/ https://a.co/d/3cmICjE Sponsors: https://www.historicpensacola.org/about-us/  1:10 Cowboy vs. Businesswoman Archetypes2:13 Why the Founder Myth Wins5:37 Innovation Without Asking "Then What?"7:56 Is Restriction the Real Opposite?8:44 Decades of Unlocked Life Choices9:52 Failure Happens in Private11:24 What Community Oversight Could Look Like12:06 We Traded Neighbors for Apps13:00 Stage-Gate Checks for New Businesses13:45 The Untouchable 95% Fail Rate16:08 Shame, American-Style18:29 Radical Personal Responsibility, Examined20:44 The Case for Individualism25:00 "How Do I Make Friends?"25:54 Friends as Entertainment27:13 Open vs. Closed Reciprocity, Explained31:29 James's Own Alienation Cycle32:42 Asperger's, Therapy, and Energy Management40:13 Where Does Responsibility End?44:13 One Life Tip That MattersRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/Follow me in all the places:https://www.meredithforreal.com/  https://www.instagram.com/the_curiousintrovert/ meredith@meredithforreal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal https://www.facebook.com/curiousintrovert

Still Struggling With Sin? Something Isn't Wrong With You | Before You Quit #5 Have you ever looked at other Christians and wondered, "Why am I still struggling? Something must be wrong with me"? In Day 5 of Before You Quit: Hope for the Christian Who Feels Done, Rob Skinner addresses the shame, comparison, and imposter syndrome that can make Christians feel as though they're only pretending to have it together. Everyone else seems happy. Everyone else seems spiritual. Everyone else seems to be growing. Meanwhile, you're still fighting a sin you thought you should have conquered years ago. Rob knows that feeling. In this deeply personal chapter, he shares about his own ongoing battle with sexual temptation and impurity. After years of feeling that he had those sins beaten, the rise of the internet, constant access to screens, and increasingly available temptation changed the battlefield. Eventually, Rob decided to install internet accountability software. But even doing something healthy brought another emotion: Shame. Why should he still need this? Shouldn't he be beyond this by now? Drawing from Romans 7:19–24, Rob points to the Apostle Paul's surprisingly candid description of his own internal battle: He wanted to do good, yet evil was still there. There was a war going on inside him. Paul's struggle didn't mean he was a fake Christian. It caused him to recognize how desperately he needed Christ. And Romans 8:1 provides the hope: "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." In this episode, Rob talks about: Why struggling with sin can make Christians feel like imposters The danger of comparing your private struggles with someone else's public appearance Rob's own battle with sexual temptation and impurity Why he chose to use internet accountability software The shame we sometimes feel about needing guardrails Why baptism doesn't mean the battle with sin disappears Paul's struggle in Romans 7 Why weakness should push us toward Jesus rather than away from him Practical guardrails Rob uses in his own life Why he now puts his phone "to bed" at 9 p.m. The freedom of accepting that righteousness will remain a battle Why there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ If you're tired of fighting the same battle, ashamed of needing help, comparing yourself with other Christians, or wondering whether your struggle means your faith isn't real, Rob wants you to know: You are not alone. You don't have to pretend. You don't have to be ashamed that you need guardrails. And you don't have to quit. Let the battle you're fighting turn you toward Jesus for the grace, peace, and help you need. This is Day 5 of Rob Skinner's Before You Quit series, based on his new book, Before You Quit: Hope for the Christian Who Feels Done. If you know someone who has drifted away from church or is struggling in their faith, send them this episode or a copy of the book. Before You Quit is available on Amazon and at RobSkinner.com. Rob's goal is to inspire you to live a no-regrets life, make this life count, and multiply disciples, leaders, and churches.

How we respond when we fail reveals a lot about our hearts and how well we are believing and applying the gospel to our lives. Listen in as Jesse shares about how God unexpectedly used a recent "failure" in Jesse's life to reveal pride and shame in his heart, and to open up some powerful communication in our family on how we should respond when we fail.

Dialogues with Lucifer by Chet Roberts https://www.amazon.com/Dialogues-Lucifer-Chet-Roberts/dp/B0F1H9MY9T Few would disagree with the observation that we are living in very challenging times. While individual “rights” are touted as the highest goal, our culture continues to descend into violence, crime, and personal depression. No one would dare utter the words “Shame on you!” that was so common just fifty years ago. “Shame on you!” was a handy phrase by which society would challenge inappropriate behavior. The recognition of a higher power was legislated away for fear of offending someone, and time would reveal an increasing acceptance of weakness and indulgence as our true “rights.” Honor, honesty, and integrity were abandoned by a culture who only recognized “feelings” as the true barometer of human experience. A good idea? The fruit of these choices has resulted in paranoia, degradation, unchallenged crime, and despair. Why? Because we have cheerfully believed the lies of an evil force that desires the crushing of our very souls–a force that will give us what we want now but for a terrible price later. Worse, when we cooperate with this force, we soon find that something is still missing. There are only distractions to fill a void that only a reconciliation with God will heal. Dialogues with Lucifer may bring you closer to that which you really seek.

In Days 195–196 of Orchot Tzaddikim, The Ways of the Righteous, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Fear of Heaven by developing the idea that the human being is a microcosm of the entire world. Just as creation contains trees, herbs, fruits, waters, rivers, stones, mountains, winds, and countless other systems, the human body contains parallel structures and functions. The author uses these comparisons to awaken awe at the complexity and wisdom Hashem embedded within us.The lesson moves through a series of physical parallels: the digestive system is compared to the depths of the earth, arteries to rivers, bones to the foundations of the world, kidneys and bodily ducts to waterways, and the various fluids of the body to the different waters found throughout creation. The message is not merely anatomical. It is that the human body itself reflects a larger Divine pattern and should inspire a deeper appreciation of the Creator.Day 196 expands the comparison further. The Orchot Tzaddikim parallels hot and cold winds with human breath, thunder with the human voice, lightning with the brightness of the face, mountains with the body's joints and structures, stones with teeth and bones, soil with flesh and skin, vegetation with human hair, and even the zodiac with the spinal column and its attached structures. The author also describes ancient forms of wisdom through which sages were said to discern future events from natural signs, bodily features, vegetation, and other aspects of creation.Rabbi Wolbe concludes by emphasizing the wonder of the human body. The same wisdom Hashem placed throughout the cosmos is, in miniature, embedded within each person. The point is not to become distracted by speculative worlds beyond us, but to recognize the extraordinary miracle already present within our own bodies. The more carefully we contemplate ourselves, the more opportunities we have to develop Yirat Shamayim—awareness, reverence, and awe of Hashem._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky BotvinRecorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on March 23, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 31, 2026_____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.  _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.orgv_____________Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Mussar, #MasterClass, #FearOfHeaven, #YiratShamayim,  #HumanBody, #Creation, #Microcosm, #Wonder, #BodyAndSoul, #MiraclesEverywhere  ★ Support this podcast ★

British independent filmmaker Gregory Mallard joins I Am Refocused Radio to discuss the story behind his feature film Masters and Vices (2025), a project that explores porn addiction and the impact it can have on motivation, anxiety, reputation, relationships, and a person's sense of self. Gregory shares why he chose to tackle such a difficult and often uncomfortable subject, what he learned while writing, directing, and producing the film, and the challenges that come with bringing an independent feature from an idea to the screen. We also explore the responsibility filmmakers carry when addressing sensitive topics, the realities of producing outside the traditional studio system, and Gregory's interest in self-improvement and using storytelling to start conversations people may otherwise avoid. This is a conversation about filmmaking, addiction, consequences, personal growth, and having the courage to tell stories that challenge the audience.Watch Masters and Vices (2025) | Full Movie | HD | Gregory Mallard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hxq6v-3PcTYSubscribe to Gregory's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Gregory_MallardBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Jim Ramos, founder of Men in the Arena and MTNTOUGH spiritual growth coach, is back to talk about his new book Guardrails: 10 Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage. He unpacks why men will talk about money, work, drinking, and porn for years—but stay silent on marriage until it's a dumpster fire. The conversation covers the revival among Gen Z men, the difference between being mountain tough and marriage tough, practical digital and relational boundaries, building a wall around your home, and what to do when your wife seems done. Direct, biblical, and built for men who want to lead well at home.Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S.

Picture someone who says yes to almost everything. They're helpful, they're loyal, they always show up. And yet there's always some reluctance. A headache. A tiredness. They take forever to get out the door. Underneath all that yes is a wagon load of resentment about being asked in the first place.This shows up in bed exactly the way it shows up everywhere else. They think they want intimacy. They say they want it, and they probably mean it. But when the moment comes, their body does something else. If you ask what changed, they may genuinely not know.This is episode four of the specific attachment wounds and erotic emotions series, and it's about what happens when a small child's no was not allowed. Around age two to five, we're supposed to discover that we get to decide things for ourselves, at least sometimes. When that gets squashed, or love is conditional on compliance, life turns into a series of obligations. The autonomy that never got a legitimate outlet goes underground into slowness, procrastination, and quiet resistance.A lot of people with this wound have to be allowed to say no before they can find a yes. Not as a preference. As a requirement.In this episode:Where the freedom wound comes from, and the two very different directions it goes depending on whether compliance actually earned loveWhat it feels like from the inside, including the pride in enduring and the fury about having had to endureWhy procrastination and slowness are the body's protest response, not a character flawWhy welcoming a partner's no is one of the most erotic things you can do, and why it's non-negotiable for this woundThe paradox of chosen restraint, and why submitting to control you selected can feel like freedomWhy dragging your partner into anything is the worst available strategy, and what to do insteadHow to start telling the difference between an obligated yes and a real oneThere is nothing wrong with you. This was a wise strategy for a small person who wasn't allowed to have preferences. You're allowed to have them now.Topics: sex feels like obligation, people pleasing in relationships, resentment in relationships, saying no, attachment woundsSend Laura Fan MailGet my free guide: Get Out of Your Head: A Starter Guide to Releasing the Pressure, Shame, and "Shoulds" Around Intimacy at https://laurajurgens.com/guideMore links: Substack at https://laurajurgens.substack.com/Wheel of Erotic emotions, go to: https://laurajurgens.com/wheelCopyright notice: All content in this podcast is copyrighted and copying, scraping, data mining, or using the content to train AI is prohibited. 

Why do we reach for food when we're anxious, overwhelmed, or afraid—even when we know we're not physically hungry?In this episode, I explore one of the biggest hidden drivers of emotional eating: emotional dysregulation. Many of us were never taught how to process difficult emotions in a healthy way. Instead, we learned to suppress them, fear them, or escape them.The truth is, your emotions aren't working against you—they're trying to communicate with you.Emotional Dysregulation Keeps You in Protection ModeOne of the quickest ways we stay stuck in Protection Mode is through emotions we don't know how to process.Whether your experiences came from childhood, trauma, emotionally abusive relationships, or environments where emotions weren't welcomed, your nervous system may have learned that certain feelings aren't safe.When that happens, your brain's only goal becomes finding a quick escape.Why Emotional Pain Feels So RealAs children, emotional pain can feel just as intense as physical pain.If you were told to "stop crying," "be strong," or "suck it up," you may have learned to bury your emotions instead of understanding them.No one taught you that emotions carry valuable information.Instead, you learned to silence them.Emotions Are Designed to Protect YouPhysical pain serves a purpose.If you touch a hot stove, pain tells you to pull your hand away.Your emotions work the same way.Fear.Anxiety.Stress.Shame.Regret.Worry.These aren't signs that you're broken.They're signals your nervous system is sending to help you pay attention.Why Food Becomes the EscapeWhen your brain believes uncomfortable emotions are dangerous, it looks for the fastest way to create relief.For many of us, that relief becomes food.Without realizing it, the subconscious creates a pattern:Feel uncomfortable → Find safety → Eat.This isn't about lacking willpower.It's about survival patterns your brain learned long ago.Emotional Regulation Changes EverythingWhen you begin learning how to regulate your emotions instead of escaping them, you'll notice something incredible.Your cravings begin to soften.Your thoughts become quieter.Your reactions become more intentional.Because when your nervous system feels safe, it no longer needs food to create that feeling for you.Work With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityDiscover the skill that will set the next generation of coaches apart.Grab your FREE copy of ‘Irreplaceable Coach Playbook': www.mpwfpractitioner.comListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Episode Description:Why is your inner critic so cruel? Licensed psychologist Dr. Natalie Marr breaks down where the "inner mean girl" comes from, the brain science behind self-judgment, and the two-step path to finally quieting her — for good.Summary:That voice in your head — the one that would never let you off the hook, the one you'd never dare use on a stranger — has a name and an origin story. In this episode, Dr. Natalie Marr, a licensed psychologist with 20+ years of clinical experience with women, unpacks why self-criticism isn't a character flaw but an adaptive skill, born in childhood moments like being picked last for kickball. She traces the neuroscience of self-judgment (hello, medial prefrontal cortex), explains why control and anxiety fuel the inner critic, and lays out the real two-part fix: building mindfulness to interrupt the pattern, and learning to love yourself so thoroughly that the inner mean girl finally has nothing left to protect you from.Keywords:inner critic, inner mean girl, self-love, self-criticism, self-judgment, negative self-talk, mindfulness, midlife, mental health, self-compassion, self-awareness, therapy, medial prefrontal cortex, anxiety and controlKey Topics:Where the inner critic actually comes from — and why it's not a flawWhy control feels like the antidote to anxiety, but is actually gasoline on the fireThe neuroscience of self-criticism: fight-or-flight, the limbic system, and the medial prefrontal cortexMindfulness as a rep-based, brain-building practice (not perfection or stillness)The link between "earning lovability" and chronic self-criticismWhy self-love — not willpower — is what actually weakens the inner criticChoosing yourself first as the antidote to a lifetime of trying to be "chosen"Childhood moments of social rejection (like being picked last) often plant the root of adult self-judgment patterns.People who are harshly judgmental of others are frequently just as harsh with themselves; outward and inward judgment tend to travel together.The real antidote to the inner critic isn't fighting her — it's building a genuine, compassionate relationship with yourself so her voice loses its power.Quotes:"Control is not the antidote to anxiety — it's an accelerant.""I choose me first."Chapters:00:00 — The Inner Voice and Its Origins02:33 — Why Self-Criticism Is Adaptive06:26 — Childhood Lessons and Social Dynamics09:47 — The Role of Shame and Survival15:16 — Trauma, Patterns, and Reinforcement21:25 — Building Mindfulness and the Brain26:05 — Practicing the Step Back and Perspective28:23 — Loving Yourself and Compassion30:45 — From Self-Criticism to Self-Love33:09 — The Path to Inner Peace and Self-AcceptanceBased in the Twin Cities? Dr. Natalie Marr offers a small private practice for consultations - NatalieMarrCounseling.com and LearnToLoveYourStory.comDISCLAIMER:The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠or CALL 988Crisis Text Line:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.crisistextline.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or Text HOME to 741741

The Lunchbox Was Never About the LunchWhy can packing a school lunch feel so unexpectedly emotional?For many mothers—especially those navigating eating disorder recovery—the lunchbox can become much more than a container for food.It becomes a place where love, fear, hope, responsibility, and the desire to “get it right” quietly collide.In this episode of Lift the Shame, we're exploring why ordinary school mornings can carry so much invisible weight—and how the desire to give our children a different relationship with food can sometimes turn awareness into vigilance.Because sometimes we're not only packing lunch.We're trying to pack safety. Food freedom. Body trust. Protection. Maybe even the hope that our children will never struggle the way we did.That's a lot to ask of a lunchbox.We'll explore why feeding children can feel especially emotionally loaded in eating disorder recovery, how breaking cycles can quietly become another form of pressure, the difference between influence and control, and what it might look like to care deeply without asking one meal to guarantee our child's future.Because this lunch can nourish your child.It doesn't have to carry the whole story.

Adam helped a client resolve feelings of doubt, anxiety, and inner conflict when presenting financial-related reports and presentations. Adam identified that it was linked to a domineering maths teacher in childhood, so he uses timeline and future pacing to help give a new meaning to an old pattern and feel empowered for the future. FREE STUFF AND DISCOUNTS:

Romans 2:12–29 shows that conscience, knowledge, and religious rituals cannot make us right with God. Everyone has some awareness of right and wrong, but none of us consistently lives up to even our own standards. Knowing Scripture and correct doctrine is important, but simply knowing the truth is not enough if we don't live it. In the same way, outward religious practices like baptism, traditions, and ceremonies have value, but they cannot replace genuine faith and a transformed heart. Paul's point is that we cannot rescue ourselves through being good, knowing the Bible, or practicing religion. When we trust those things, they can actually lead to pride and hypocrisy because we begin judging others while overlooking our own failures. What we truly need is Jesus. God isn't looking merely for outward religious behavior; He wants inward transformation. Our hope is not in how much we know or what religious things we do, but in Christ's grace that forgives us, changes our hearts, and makes us children of God.

Shame is part of the human experience, and it quietly keeps us from drawing closer to God. We look at the difference between guilt that says "I did something wrong" and shame that whispers "there is something wrong with me." Walking through the stories of David, Adam, and Eve, we see how hiding our sin only deepens our shame, and how God keeps calling out to us, "Where are you?" The good news is that Jesus went to the cross not only for our sin but also for our shame, so that we can come into the light and be fully known and fully loved. If you have been believing that you are disqualified, this message is an invitation to leave your shame at the cross and step closer to the God who has never stopped calling you home. Speaker: Angela Beise