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Secret sin is an oxymoron—there is no such thing. Every sin, even those we think are hidden, is exposed before God. Today, Ray, Mark, and Oscar talk about lust, particularly pornography, and how it plagues many, with statistics revealing that 7 out of 10 men and 2 out of 10 women are caught in this so-called secret sin. Society often normalizes pornography, but it is a trap that ensnares and destroys. Many wrongly think that once they get married, their sin won't plague them anymore, but sin doesn't disappear with marriage; it must be addressed and defeated now, or it will continue to control you.Lust offers fleeting pleasure but leaves lasting damage. It distorts intimacy, leading individuals to compare their spouses to unrealistic fantasies. God's laws do not withhold joy but invite us into a fuller, joy-filled life. As science confirms, pornography sets people up for relational failure. When you indulge in sin, it's like removing the batteries from a smoke detector—complacency blinds you to the danger. Sin desires to have you, but God's grace is always available. Mark emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual sin openly and honestly with children and their significant others. Shying away from these conversations does more harm than good. Similarly, Ray, in his evangelism, confronts this issue by calling people to repentance. Lust is not something to struggle with but to reject outright.Scripture shows the seriousness of sin. Lust is equated with adultery in the heart, and sin will take you further than you want to go. It is a lion crouching at your door, ready to devour. David's sin with Bathsheba began with a look, proving that flirting with sin leads to destruction. You must hide God's Word in your heart and instill the fear of the Lord. When secret sin comes to light, the Bible provides the way to healing. Confess your sins to a trusted pastor, brother, or sister in Christ. True repentance comes from a love for God that expels false loves. Emotional maturity requires humility to confess and turn to Christ. Repentance isn't about avoiding consequences but aligning with God's love and experiencing His transforming power.If you're struggling with lust or pornography, take action. Quote scripture out loud, flee from temptation, and seek accountability. God grants repentance and offers freedom through confession. Though uncomfortable, confession brings healing and restoration. God sees you as precious and desires your repentance and renewal. Turn from sin, embrace His love, and live in the freedom He provides.Send us a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

This Tuesday, don't miss a special highlight episode as we gear up for an unforgettable conversation dropping this Thursday.Secret sin is an oxymoron—there is no such thing. Every sin, even those we think are hidden, is exposed before God. Today, Ray, Mark, and Oscar talk about lust, particularly pornography, and how it plagues many, with statistics revealing that 7 out of 10 men and 2 out of 10 women are caught in this so-called secret sin. Society often normalizes pornography, but it is a trap that ensnares and destroys. Many wrongly think that once they get married, their sin won't plague them anymore, but sin doesn't disappear with marriage; it must be addressed and defeated now, or it will continue to control you.Lust offers fleeting pleasure but leaves lasting damage. It distorts intimacy, leading individuals to compare their spouses to unrealistic fantasies. God's laws do not withhold joy but invite us into a fuller, joy-filled life. As science confirms, pornography sets people up for relational failure. When you indulge in sin, it's like removing the batteries from a smoke detector—complacency blinds you to the danger. Sin desires to have you, but God's grace is always available. Mark emphasizes the importance of addressing sexual sin openly and honestly with children and their significant others. Shying away from these conversations does more harm than good. Similarly, Ray, in his evangelism, confronts this issue by calling people to repentance. Lust is not something to struggle with but to reject outright.Scripture shows the seriousness of sin. Lust is equated with adultery in the heart, and sin will take you further than you want to go. It is a lion crouching at your door, ready to devour. David's sin with Bathsheba began with a look, proving that flirting with sin leads to destruction. You must hide God's Word in your heart and instill the fear of the Lord. When secret sin comes to light, the Bible provides the way to healing. Confess your sins to a trusted pastor, brother, or sister in Christ. True repentance comes from a love for God that expels false loves. Emotional maturity requires humility to confess and turn to Christ. Repentance isn't about avoiding consequences but aligning with God's love and experiencing His transforming power.If you're struggling with lust or pornography, take action. Quote scripture out loud, flee from temptation, and seek accountability. God grants repentance and offers freedom through confession. Though uncomfortable, confession brings healing and restoration. God sees you as precious and desires your repentance and renewal. Turn from sin, embrace His love, and live in the freedom Send us a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

In this compelling conversation with Lowanna Grant, Kerri Shying, a Wiradjuri poet with a mixed heritage including Chinese Australian ancestry, shares how poetry serves as a tool for emotional expression and cultural connection. Despite living with a degenerative disease, Kerri explains how poetry helped her regain her voice and connect with both her Indigenous roots and broader communities.

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski dive into the free-agency scenarios surrounding the Juan Soto SWEEPSTAKES. Where will baseball's marquee free agent land? Plus, diving into Roki Sasaki, Garrett Crochet and an exclusive interview with NL Manager of the Year candidate Pat Murphy. 00:00-11:00: Who has the BEST CHANCE to land Juan Soto? 11:01-19:06: Why are some teams SHYING away from Soto? 19:07-22:54: DODGERS considered favorites to land Roki Sasaki 22:55-24:46: Should the Mets go after SASAKI? 24:47-28:53: Will the White Sox trade GARRETT CROCHET? 28:54-34:34: Interview with Brewers manager Pat Murphy- on the state of baseball, small market teams, DAVID STEARNS, and being a finalist for NL Manager of the Year #mlb #milb #mlbhotstove #worldseries #newyorkmets #newyork #mets #lgm #losangeles #losangelesdodgers #dodgers #newyorkyankees #yankees #sandiego #sandiegopadres #majorleaguebaseball #mlbpodcast #chicago #whitesox #juansoto LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://link.chtbl.com/whymetspod Thumbnail photos courtesy of Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Tech Tuesday with Mike Dobuski includes what's going on at one of the biggest names in artificial intelligence and a new tool from Google.

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AP correspondent Donna Warder reports on a new poll that suggests most U.S. drivers aren't quite sold on going electric.

Greg O'Shea is a proud Olympian, IRONMAN and Limerick man who spent a few short days in the Love Island Villa in 2019 and was catapulted to fame when he was crowned the winner of the hugely popular reality show with his love interest at the time Amber Gill. Shying away from the spotlight, breaking the unwritten rules of engagement post his Love Island win, Greg headed for home in Ireland to pursue a lifelong sporting dream of becoming an Olympian. With his focus firmly on achieving his boyhood dream, his drive, focus and determination saw him and his team mates achieve success as Ireland's Rugby Sevens team at Tokyo 2020.   Retiring from professional sport, Greg started to dip his toes into the exciting world of endurance sport, from cycling a stage of the Tour de France, to completing a UTMB race, he completed IRONMAN Barcelona as his first ever triathlon last October and in April of this year he completed his first IRONMAN 70.3 and only his second triathlon at IRONMAN 70.3 Valencia.  It is fair to say that the bug for endurance racing has firmly been caught. His passion for chasing goals, fitness related in particular and for inspiring people to follow their own fitness journey has seen him set up his Bettr App designed to improve the mental and physical health of its users. Whilst all might seem perfect from the outside looking in at the life that Greg has carved for himself, as an athlete, presenter and recognised name at home and beyond, a darkness descended on him not so long ago where his mental health was significantly affected. Thankfully Greg sought the help and professional guidance needed to find his way through a very difficult time to come out the other side in a much better place.  Greg now uses sport and exercise as one of his five pillars to keep him on track with his mental health.  This is a great chat with Greg who has worked hard to get where he is today, his perseverance, determination and focus have paid dividends personally and professionally, the future is bright and the world his oyster as he pursues his passions in sport, love and life! 

Aside from a few notable exceptions, the depiction of love making on film has dramatically declined in the past 20 years.

Tim Sheehy seemed to shy away from the spotlight when Don Jr. came to campaign. Congressional candidates who showed up to debate talk immigration, climate change and transplants; Schools superintendent candidate faces legal troubles.

Tim Sheehy seemed to shy away from the spotlight when Don Jr. came to campaign. Congressional candidates who showed up to debate talk immigration, climate change and transplants; Schools superintendent candidate faces legal troubles.

Why are young voters turning away from Trudeau and the federal Liberals? Metro Vancouverites are thinking of moving to cheaper cities. Drones, drugs, weapons, and cellphones in BC jails! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the relatively fat pay checks, young people are apparently still shying away from home renovation jobs, which make up a big part of the construction industry. Why are young talents uninterested in working in construction? What's the consequence of the decline in the number of young workers in hard hats? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Yushun

Shying away from adversity is a normal reaction; we are programmed to escape pain and seek comfort. Yet, as you'll learn from today's guest, facing hardships is the shortest way through them. In fact, once we name them, they start to lose power over us. In today's episode, I'm joined by the incredibly inspiring Nick Klingensmith. Nick is a 4-time cancer survivor, type-1 diabetic, and recovering alcoholic with 4 herniated discs, nerve damage, and sleep apnea, who chose to stop relishing in victim mode and became a motivational speaker, mindset coach, and obstacle course racer. He is also the author of "Through The Fire," a beautiful book that narrates how Nick got from the dark place he was to where he is now, physically and, most importantly, mentally. Throughout this episode, you'll hear Nick's inspiring story of resilience and mental fortitude, his inner work to stand where he stands today, and what he relied on to never throw the towel. He talks about the incredible power of acceptance, its role in his life, and the importance of stopping comparing ourselves; he also shares five tips to stay resilient every day, and more. Tune in and listen to episode 204 of Grief and Happiness, and let Nick inspire you to face what's stopping you from thriving, accept the parts of it you can't change, and never stop trying until you accomplish your goals.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Nick talks about why it was easier for him to hide behind the victim role (2:00)What changed the fourth time Nick was diagnosed with cancer (7:10)The transformative power of acceptance (14:20)Five ways to stay resilient every day (20:30)We need to daydream more (27:00)Why we must stop comparing ourselves (32:30)Connect with Nick:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramBook: Nick Klingensmith - Through The Fire: The story of the 4-time cancer survivor, type-1 diabetic, and recovering alcoholic who became an obstacle course racer and defied it allLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shying away from cold DMing is the BIGGEST mistake you will make as you build your online coaching business.  Unless you've got a big budget to spend on ads (and even that is not a guarantee) this is the BEST way to establish contact and connection with prospective clients. In this podcast, I lay out the EXACT script and strategies that you can use to maximize lead flow and increase revenue. WATCH THE FULL TRAINING INSIDE MY FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: https://vincesfreegroup.com/

In this collaborative episode, Carrie, Amy, and Sara discuss how best to support friends and family members who are going through difficult times. Speaking from personal experience, they talk about the blessings and difficulties of walking through suffering with others. This episode practically discusses how to provide compassionate care to others, alongside what is and isn't helpful when walking through something difficult with friends. They share stories and insights on vulnerability, carrying other friends' burdens, and navigating grief. Ep.146; October 24, 2023Key Moments:[4:30] Empathetic listeners[7:50] Unhelpful platitudes [11:54] Having different friends is important for different aspects of life [17:42] Shying away from suffering[21:10] Being with people, not solving the difficult questions[24:36] How to support friends with “fewer” burdensResources:And Life Comes Back by Tricia Lott WillifordEvery Moment Holy Volume IIIf you enjoyed the show:Have you purchased our new book, The Other Side of Special? Subscribe to our newsletter on the Take Heart WebsiteGet our free resource on finding Gratitude, Peace, and HopeReview and like us on Apple Podcasts Share us with others from wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Instagram @takeheartspecialmomsFind Amy at www.amyjbrown.com/  or on Instagram @amyjbrown_writerFind Carrie at www.carriemholt.com or on Instagram @carriemholtFind Sara at www.saraclime.com or on Instagram @saraclimeSupport the show

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Give Ben Cherington for (finally) not shying away from the actual objective. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Give Ben Cherington for (finally) not shying away from the actual objective.Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports

Give Ben Cherington for (finally) not shying away from the actual objective. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Bleck flies solo tonight! Bleck questions why the Bears have been shying away from the run this season. Fat Jack joins the show to give his best picks for the weekend. Plus, Chauncey gives his Animal Picks! And Good Question!

198- Throughout our faith journeys, there may be times that we find ourselves very unsure and confused about our beliefs. Within this episode, Kate Boyd, author of the book Untidy Faith, discusses these messy and complex aspects of our faith by sharing insight into her journey of grappling with her faith and many pieces of thought-provoking guidance. During this conversation, Emily and Boyd speak about navigating the tangled and unclear elements of our faith and how to become comfortable discussing our questions about them. Rebuild your faith by letting yourself feel safe while facing the uncertainties within your beliefs and find genuine joy in your faith journey once again. Connect with Emily on Instagram or her website to learn more about coaching and the various courses she offers!Be sure to read Kate Boyd's book Untidy Faith and visit her website to learn more about her story!

Anyone who has spent any reasonable amount of time around horses has probably experienced a spook or two (possibly more!). If your horse spooks at a particular object, his attention is on that rather than on you and your aids. Not only will this lose you marks in dressage tests, but it could also be dangerous if your horse reacts in panic. So, in this podcast episode, we will look at why horses spook, why spooking is a problem, what you shouldn't do when your horse spooks, and finally, give you some tips on how to minimize spooking.  (Please note: This is an updated and expanded version of our previous 'How to Deal with a Spooky Horse' episode)-------------If you would rather read the article on our blog, click here - https://howtodressage.com/troubleshooting/how-to-deal-with-a-spooky-horse/To take our Big Dressage Quiz, click here - https://howtodressage.com/big-dressage-quiz/To view our equestrian books and training diaries on Amazon, click here - https://amzn.to/2SFL633     To check out The Complete Online Dressage Course, click here - https://course.howtodressage.comIf you would like to follow our Facebook Page, click here - https://www.facebook.com/HowToDressage/FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Simple Steps to Boost Your Dressage Scoreshttps://howtodressage.com/7-simple-steps/-------------ADVERTISEMENTS 

There's growing pressure from Italian fabric makers on Australia's wool industry to show how sustainable it is.

Shying away from sales because you don't want to sound like a used car salesman, come off as desperate or pressure your audience into working with you?I HEAR you.Sales took me a LONG time to figure out and once I finally got it, my results changed dramatically! I'm pulling back the curtain on my sales process and conversations to give you an inside look at how to make sales easier for you (cause if you're not selling… Do you really have a business?).In this episode, we cover:The top 4 reasons you're not attracting soulmate clients yet and how to shift itWhat sales REALLY is…Letting go of pressure and templates to sell more authentically and with easeHow to do DMs and follow-ups with more ease and confidence (for better outcomes)How to hold space for objections without forcing or pressuring your prospects to make a decisionHow to let go of the outcome and lean into trust for better resultsReady to put the magic into your business and replace your 9-5 income in your service-based business? Join us inside the Aligned & Magnetic Business Accelerator for business MAGIC: https://coachlaurenashley.com/acceleratorReady to create the business of your dreams and make more money doing what you love? Book a connection call with Lauren here to see how she can support you: https://coachlaurenashley.as.me/?appointmentType=16792182Wanna join our free Facebook or Telegram community and receive my weekly VIBE email with tips to help you build an Aligned, Magnetic and Profitable™ business? Click here to join Lauren's community: https://coachlaurenashley.com/?tcb_lightbox=lightbox-homepageConnect with Lauren on Instagram: https://instagram.com/coachlaurenashley

Clarence Thomas tries to brush it all off. But we go In Depth into the major ethical issues all those fancy trips from a friend raises for the Supreme Court Justice. A Tennessee lawmaker shares her disgust over the expulsion of two fellow Democrats from the state legislature.Climate change might be causing more air turbulence.We look into why so many legal marijuana farmers in California are giving up. And Gen Z is shying away from alcohol in larger numbers. We look into why. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clarence Thomas tries to brush it all off. But we go In Depth into the major ethical issues all those fancy trips from a friend raises for the Supreme Court Justice.  A Tennessee lawmaker shares her disgust over the expulsion of two fellow Democrats from the state legislature. Climate change might be causing more air turbulence. We look into why so many legal marijuana farmers in California are giving up.  And Gen Z is shying away from alcohol in larger numbers. We look into why. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marco Santori is the Chief Legal Officer for Kraken — the crypto exchange recently charged by the SEC for failing to register the offer and sale of its "crypto asset staking as-a-service program" in the U.S. In this episode, Santori explains how recent regulatory actions in the U.S. have caused banks to become hesitant to accept crypto companies as new clients, and how this favors 'incumbent' crypto players such as Coinbase and Kraken. During this episode, Chaparro and Santori also discuss: 'Operation Choke Point 2.0' Kraken's efforts to establish a bank How regulators view DeFi This episode is brought to you by our sponsors Circle, Railgun, Flare Network About Circle Circle is a global financial technology company helping money move at internet speed. Our mission is to raise global economic prosperity through the frictionless exchange of value. Visit Circle.com to learn more. About Railgun Railgun is a private DeFi solution on Ethereum, BSC, Arbitrum and Polygon. Shield any ERC-20 token and any NFT into a Private Balance and let Railgun's zero-knowledge cryptography encrypt your address, balance and transaction history. You can also bring privacy to your project with Railgun SDK, and be sure to check out Railgun with partner project Railway Wallet, also available on iOS and Android. Visit Railgun.org to find out more. About Flare Flare is an EVM-based Layer 1 blockchain designed to allow developers to build applications that can use data from other blockchains and the internet. By providing decentralized access to a wide variety of high-integrity data from other blockchains and the internet, Flare enables new use cases and monetization models. Build better and connect everything at Flare.Network.

Today we cover lots. of topics ranging from making the leap to full time and knowing when you are ready to how to use content creators to grow your brand and so much more! I️ know artists will love this candid conversation with Lindsey Morrison of Litore Studio. To learn more about Lindsey and Litore Studio head to her website and Instagram.  Support the show

Jason Ross is one of dance music's premier acts, while simultaneously being one of the scene's more elusive figureheads. That's not due to any fault of his productions, but rather, purely due to his versatility. Once a mainstay on the legendary Anjunabeats and a rising star of new age trance shepherded by Above & Beyond and co, Jason quickly outgrew the boundaries of four to the floor grooves, expanding into the less finite space of broken beats and pop vocals of melodic bass. A blossoming working relationship with melodic bass propagator Seven Lions led to genre defining tracks like Higher Love and Ocean, backed up by beautiful, elongated and gently weaving trance discography featuring the likes of Cairo, Atlas, and his 2019 Anjunabeats EP Rooms. The ability to weave the emotion and hypnosis of trance into the more commercial grit of melodic bass has made Jason's recent catalog uniquely his own. His unique multi-genre tinged approach to production shines on genre-defining tracks like Shelter, his Blanke collab One More Day, his solo single Wild Ones, and his Gryffin collab After You, among others. His sub brand - Atlas - is a moniker that defines who Jason is as an artist: worldly and all inclusive. Shying away from needing to stick to certain sounds or expectations, and instead choosing to meld genres and fan bases, Atlas aims to capture the range of Jason Ross by emblazing the concept on everything from merch to his digital fan groups to his 2022 full length artist album “Atlas”, released in August 2022 on Seven Lions' Ophelia Records. Jason's subsequent Atlas Album tour spanned over 30 cities across North America, kicking off in his homebase of LA at the Hollywood Palladium, his biggest headline show to date. To learn more visit: https://linktr.ee/Jasonrossofficial This episode was brought to you by VitaPlur. VitaPLUR E-Boost Gum is a first of its kind rave supplement that provides magnesium, electrolytes and antioxidants sublingually while you chew! With no pills to take or annoying powders to mix VitaPLUR E-Boost gum is the perfect complement to your active lifestyle. Use code: "LIZZYJANE" (all caps) at check out for 10% off any item at https://www.vitaplur.io/ For ad - free podcasts, exclusive content, one on one lessons, + more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thisislizzyjane

1984 - Apple's first Macintosh computer is launched (priced at $2,500). Michael Jackson is rushed to hospital with second degree burns from fireworks while filming a Pepsi commercial. The first untethered spacewalk is made by Astronauts. The mockumentary, This is Spinal Tap, is released. Torvill and Dean win the first perfect-score gold medal for ice skating. Comedian Tommy Cooper dies live on TV, suffering a massive heart attack, which is mistaken as part of his act. Princess Diana gives birth to Harry. Happy Days is cancelled after 11 seasons. Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends is first broadcast, narrated by Ringo Starr. 36 pop musicians from across Britain and Ireland form Band Aid and record Do They Know It's Christmas to raise money for Ethiopian famine victims. ... and Norwegian synth-pop band, A-ha, knock up their first version of TAKE ON ME, though it will take two more versions, another year, and a new video clip before it becomes a hit. What does it have to say? What interpretations have fallen between its translation from Norwegian to English? Is Falsetto a language of its own? Are Norwegians predominantly dark, sad, or wet? To explore this, we discuss: Job interviews; herring sortation and safety; stalking or romance (again); prayers on your death-bed; Norwegian courtship rituals, alien shape-shifters; narcissism; regulation unitards; sperm donation; issues of consent; the Kama Sutra; kids' obsession with Minecraft; insect life cycles; Frankenstein; Yoda (again); motorcycle racing as a metaphor for sex; Altered States; George Costanza; Invasion of the Body Snatchers; The Thing; the Norwegian for "touch me" or "toe me"; enchanted flutes; Lego cakes; Weezer; Real Big Fish; Toto's Africa (again); Nelson Mandela; Car Alarms and bamboo socks. Take on our regular segments: Misheard Lyrics, Internet Theories, Listener Comments, and more. Would you like to appear (well, vocally) on the show? Do you have a pop song or ear-worm from the SMOOTH FM genre that's infested your mind and needs to be investigated? Visit this page https://speakpipe.com/lyrics to record us your own voicemail hot-take on your specific smooth song of suckiness. You could be on a future episode! (you can always email sound files or text your thoughts to poidadavis@gmail.com if that's easier). Cheers! Find us on Twitter, Facebook and all your favourite podcasting platforms. Sound clips are included for educational reference, criticism, satire and parody in fair use. Clips remain the property of the respective rights holder and no endorsement is implied. All information and opinion is performed and expressed in-character and does not reflect reality or genuine commentary on any persons (living or dead), bands or other organisations, or their works, and is not recommended listening for anyone, anywhere.

Nam Baldwin has over 28 years of experience in the health, fitness and well-being industries across the globe. He specialises in emotional & physiological intelligence as well as peak performance. The magic of what Nam's work achieves is how he simplifies the complicated science between brain and body to achieve performance and wellness.3.30 - Dealing with adversity and how the breath is keyWhen it comes to dealing with and managing stress & pressure, the breath is one of the simplest techniques you can teach people to use. It's one thing that's in your control when so many things are out of your control.5.15 - This technique can challenge you but give you quick rewards such as being calmer under pressure and getting yourself into the right state, as pressure unfolds you have greater bandwidth to work with to calm the mind.6.30 - When your heart rate is through the roof it's hard to think well, but with good breathing practices you can start to drop the heart rate and access the mental side better.The power of your breath can open up calmness, and a sense of control and remove the difficulty when your heart rate is through the roof, it takes the edge off. Youll lean into challenges rather than being threatened by them7.45 - At an individual level what do you see as the key fundamental pillars to living well?Having pillars in place builds the foundations you need to have a healthy body and mind. This starts with breathing as it's the first thing that changes when we get stressed. 9.30 - Other pillars include quality sleep, and how we wind down to get that to happen. You have to go through a process to get yourself in a state ready for sleep: Time in daylight is another pillar, 10 minutes before 10 am instigates and activates hormones to allow your brain to come alive.Connection is such an important pillar, having a sense of connection with peers and community.Shaun says, “Sometimes people think it's complicated and overwhelming but when you break it into blocks you can see it's achievable. Simple things you can bring into your life to build habits for change.”11.40 - Having a good routine in morning is important to set our day up for success. Our brains love consistency and certainty, those little hits build over time to be the foundation of how you are going to feel. 12.45 - The ability to build optimismRecognise what kind of way of thinking we have around certain circumstances/situations and be self-aware as to where we sit. The optimistic view is that things will work out for the better. How do we build Optimism? Get into a state of feeling good about yourself regularly as that helps you think good and see the good. Reflect at the end of the day as to things that have gone well, it trains your brain to recognise them and become normal to see the good.Researching amazing things gives us perspective on how we exist in life, there are good things that are occurring each day in the way we operate and it helps to build optimism. 15.00 Being mindful about the way you're thinking to have the capacity to minimise negative thinking. Self-regulate where your thoughts are, this will help silence your inner critic. Gratefulness is part of that reflection, it helps to rewire and program your brain then it becomes a default to see the solution rather than the negative. Brains are programmed to look for fear/threats. 18 - Gratitude is one of the most powerful things to employ. We need to be aware that there is a narrative behind what we're grateful for. That's what develops areas of the brain to increase the capacity to be aware of being more optimistic and remove self-critic. 19.20 - The state of your body impacts the state of your mind:The vagus nerve helps us build the capacity in our mind to experience different stages such as calmness throughout our body and mind. If a threat happens this nerve will help stimulate flight or fright. If exposed to too much stress you minimise the capacity to feel a state of calm. 21.00 - Build up vagal tone or fitness where you can coach yourself to come through a state of stress. You do have control over it. 23.25 - Exercise burns bad chemistry:Bad energy can get stored if you don't do anything about it. Ideally, you want to burn off that energy and reset the chemical explosion so it doesn't repeat itself later. Have a Moment of Movement and mindfulness every hour. Calm your mind down to access creativity. 26 - Key tips on dealing with anxiety and reducing impact of it Be aware of when you're going into levels of stress and anxiety and not cover it up with coping mechanisms such as looking at your phone or eating etc. Label your emotion and don't try using something else to diminish feeling, name it to tame it.  Movement on top will help reduce/burn up the chemistry of the adrenaline A little bit of exposure to what is triggering your anxiety is a powerful thing. Go into things that create anxiety for you, to gently trigger and gently expose yourself to them. The challenges and fears, and within that time and space use your tools to hold composure. Gently build a familiarity for your body to experience it.  Shying away from challenges, within reason, will help and regulate your response  Emotion generally only last 90 seconds so if you can pause in the first 6 seconds, the logical part of your brain will come on board rather than you just reacting.  Make better choices rather than getting stuck in them. Provoke your own conscious mind to think of a solution. 30.30 - Exposure therapy Nam speaks about Mick Fanning being attacked by a great white shark and then starting a shark documentary. It was a huge part of his value and purpose. Give it time, and make meaning of your challenge so that you can then use the suffering. The meaning is what helps you get through the suffering and will develop into a courageous person in your own right. Manage how kids respond to emotions. They don't have the hardware or software to manage it. 33.00 - Limiting beliefs - what are they and how do they get us to where we want to be? Limiting beliefs are what holds us back. The first step is to realise you have a limiting belief and then decide what you'd want instead. We have them because our brain loves certainty and we think we need that to make us feel safe. We need to embrace the understanding that life is built hugely on living on the edge.What beliefs do you need to install to break through to a new level? Recognise it's okay to upgrade our beliefs35.40 - How to change your beliefs Could be through journaling or understanding what gets you in the way of your progress and refining them. Challenge the beliefs not blame what's around you.  Talking to people you know that are similar in their commitment and discipline  Stipulate how you want to be and where you want to be. Install a belief on how someone like that disciplines themselves. With discipline, you'll break through your limited belief.  38.30 - The notion of connection and what can help us perform wellConnection is one of the most important needs for us as a species. We are developed around wanting safety and the sense of belonging to a group is important to our health and well-being. The feeling of good connection, we all have different connection types. Not feeling a good connection can be detrimental. You might not feel like you're connecting to an experience if you're not connecting with someone at the time. 42.00 - Feeling connection and growth brings you back to yourself. It's not just a connection with humans but with nature and the land we live in. This all has such a profound effect on us. Focus on face connection not necessarily over the phone.44.15 - The advice Nam would give parents to help their kidsParents need to normalise their struggles and not pretend they are a superhero. Be aware as a parent that kids will experience things differently so normalise them feeling how they do. Expose them to different cultures, communities and experiences consistently as they grow up so they see past what social media portrays and give them perspective. Be mindful of how much help you give them so they get used to working for the desires of what they want. Let them get used to difficult times by just supporting them, not doing it for them. Get them to complete things to build self ethics and self-esteem. Encourage them through a sense of love. To hear more about Nam - www.nambaldwin.com 

“Your business is not about you.”- Shelagh CumminsHave you been hiding away when you should have been showing up, speaking out, and selling your offers? If you've been hoping that your offers will sell themselves, then you definitely want to listen to this episode!It's no secret that many entrepreneurs consider sales to be their least favourite part of running their business — and often their weakest skill. “Selling” can conjure up the image of a sleazy, pushy salesman, but letting others know about the incredible transformation that your offer can provide is actually a service. Think about it: if you see someone struggling and you know that your offer could help them thrive, then aren't you doing them a disservice by not sharing it?You should be selling your program wherever you are, whenever you can, whether you're on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, email, LinkedIn, or bumping elbows at a conference or networking event. Press play to discover a powerful way to reframe the act of selling — and what you must understand about the word “no”!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you'll learn:‌ ‌Why building your marketing around avoiding a “no” prevents you from truly serving your audience Why it can actually be a GOOD thing to lose newsletter subscribers through selling to your listA great rule-of-thumb when it comes to including your products in your content   Highlights:‌ ‌01:02  Intro03:23  Your business is bigger than YOU04:54  Selling to your mailing list06:09  Content creation07:23  Spread the word everywhere09:16  Speaker example11:34  My program example12:39  Recap15:43  Feelings aren't permanent ‌Links:‌ ‌To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://shelaghcummins.com    ‌Stay Connected  Like what you're hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don't miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I'd also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

It is 106 days to the 2023 general elections; the polity is sure getting heated and Nigerians are looking forward to hearing the plans presidential candidates have for them.Despite this high expectation, some presidential aspirants are shying away from media debates.In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we look at how Nigerians feel about the attitude of some presidential aspirants and media debates.

Why is the marriage rate in decline within the BLACK Community? Do YOU still believe in the sanctity of marriage?

Daniel placed sixth in the 2019 California state high school championships as a senior at Gilroy High School, helping the Mustangs to a second-place state team finish. He is a top-12 finisher in state finals as a junior, one win shy of medalling placed first in 2019 CIF-Central Coast Section Championships at 152 pounds, overcoming a 9-1 deficit for a 10-9 victory in the final round, scoring a takedown at the buzzer. He is a two-time CIF-Central Coast Section Masters Meet champion. He placed sixth in 2019 Doc Buchanan Invitational. He is a four-time Pacific Coast League Gabilan Division champion. He earned a first-place finish at the 2018 Freakshow elite division in Las Vegas. National High School Coaches Association Junior All-American.also. He is also attending Cal Poly studying sociology. Podcast Topics: -Creating content -Being true and authentic  -Sports saves lives -Choosing to wrestle -Being held back just to be able to wrestle -Questioning the future of wrestling career  -Getting motivated by losing -Committing to Cal Poly -Healthy competition  -Losing changes you -Will never figure out this life -One source of income is a pandemic  -Not everyone can be a boss -Difference between rich and wealthy -If you have a phone you can be a millionaire  -Making people around you better -Ignoring what people say -Facing daily challenge  -Shying away from challenge hinders you -Never react to negative comments  -''Money doesn't bring happiness'' K -Paying yourself first -Those hunting for relationships  -Setting your loved ones free -Learning from everyone -Playing a character -Eliminating bad habits -Pulling that trigger -Spreading knowledge  -Small minded individuals -Building instead of playing -You only respect it if you pay for it -Invest in yourself -Notice the snakes -Success isn't overnight -Nobody regrets starting -Being around those who are better than you -Remaining a student -Setting yourself up -The college scam -Biggest fear is being the same -Using your 9-5 properly -Don't waste a day -Catching your audience  -Greatest lesson learned Connect with Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqE4tnWDXoiSPyaaqn7Nmw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danieljohngonzalez/ https://www.instagram.com/talkinoutmyasspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinanceFitGuy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danieljohngonzalez Connect with Daniel V: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdanielviz/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielviz149 Twitter: https://twitter.com/daniel_viz128

(6:22) - Opening hour two with a look at global grain markets, which are quite volatile due to recession fears and shifts in trade.(13:52) - Weighing in on how investors are shying away from China due to government policies and crackdowns.(23:31) - Touching on Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs saying that stocks have yet to hit the bottom.(35:29) - Stack roulette.

When Maëlle Gavet became CEO of Techstars last year, she brought a background in both entrepreneurship and consulting—and a commitment to diversifying tech funding. One of the largest seed investors in the world, Techstars has nearly 3000 companies in their portfolio this year, and Maëlle says the plan is to add up to 650 more. In this episode, she sits down with Women on the Move host Sam Saperstein to talk about Techstar's approach, her commitment to supporting female and other founders, and her partnership with Women on the Move. An ecosystem approach Maëlle says she thinks about Techstar's approach as an ecosystem, built on a framework of accelerators, or bootcamps, for entrepreneurs. “Young entrepreneurs join us, and for three months work with us to take their company to the next level,” she explains. “We also do a lot to build an entire environment around the entrepreneurs. We have things like startup weekends or catalyst programs where we basically help activate communities all around the world, bring wannabe entrepreneurs and mentors and alumni of our programs and potential investors and corporate partners and government institutions. So basically we really try to get a stronger ecosystem because no one succeeds alone.” An integral part of Techstar's approach is the diverse founders they serve. Shying away from typical Silicon Valley start-ups, Maëlle says that Techstar regularly invests in women, in people of color, in people with disabilities, and in the LGBTQ community. This year Techstar will have 52 programs in 18 countries. They also have shorter catalyst programs in more than 50 countries. “The underlying philosophy is that talent and ambitions are distributed equally around the world, but opportunities are not,” she tells Sam. The power of sisterhood Maëlle says the power of sisterhood is phenomenal—making investing in their business endeavors a no-brainer. “I think women are strong,” she says. “Women are smart. Women have run the world for as long as I know—they've just done it in the back rooms rather than at the forefront. To me, this is more about unleashing and supporting existing potential than anything else.” She notes three key elements that Techstar's programs can help unleash in the women they support. The first is helping with imposter syndrome. “It saddens me that it still exists, but the reality is we still have a lot of women who are not 100 percent sure that they're worth it, that they can do it, that they have what it takes and going through these programs helps increase that confidence,” she tells Sam. The second element is an understanding that nobody succeeds alone. She notes: “Your chances of success increase proportionally to the network that you have, whether it's the network to find the first people you're going to hire, or the first customers that you're going to sign, or the mentors that you're going to surround yourself [with] or bring to your board, or ultimately the investors.” The final key element to building strong female entrepreneurs, Maëlle says, is simply money. “Ultimately it all comes down to money,” she notes. “Are you going to find a way to invest in this woman? And so I think for me, these programs are about making sure that these women are being funded, are being put in touch with the right investors.” Partnership with JP Morgan Maëlle and Sam talk about the importance of networking in getting women in touch with the investors they need. And they describe how a partnership between Techstar and Women on the Move is helping foster those relationships. A few months ago, J.P. Morgan announced an 80 billion fund that they'll use to partner with Techstar and set up accelerator programs in several cities, as part of their commitment to racial equity in those areas of the United States. Sam mentioned that only 2 percent of venture capital money goes into female founders, and the two women talk about their commitment to moving that stat. “There is so much potential,” Maëlle asserts. “And so many things that can be done to unleash all this potential. As I say, talent and ambitions are equally distributed, but opportunities are not. And the partnership that we're doing with [J.P. Morgan] is basically trying to make this opportunity more equally distributed.”   Full transcript here

In this episode, David talks about receiving a 1-star review and why he is not viewing it as a negative thing and why you shouldn't either if it happens to you too. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1-star reviews hurt. Shying away from them and not engaging to find out why can potentially harm your business. If you're solving a problem, the more meaningful the problem, the more people who have that problem, the more successful your organization can be. Usually, people who avoid online feedback tend to also do this in their personal lives. Good or bad reviews are free market research. BEST MOMENTS ‘If you shy away from online reviews…you are not going to get this input into your business.’ ‘If you get a 1-star review in any part of your life, it is a gift.’ ‘Put yourself out there, make a difference to someone's life today.’ ABOUT THE SHOW People with purpose make a difference. Imagine a world where more people can just get their purpose out of them, into a plan and then actually make it happen. What a world that would be - People everywhere finding meaning and harnessing that to bring inspiration and energy to each and every day, changing lives for the better. But no one ever achieved anything on their own - we all have something unique to bring and that means we all have to play our part - if we want to go far we have to go together and lead or serve towards a vision of the world we want to see. Everyone has a story to tell, and this show is where these stories come to life. ABOUT THE HOST David Roberts is a highly regarded CEO, mentor, and investor with 30 years of experience across multiple sectors. As an intrapreneur and entrepreneur David has bought, grown, started and sold several businesses, working with values-driven start-ups, award-winning SMEs, and multinational corporations on strategies for service excellence, leadership, and profitable growth. David’s passion is for purpose and creating an environment where everyone can succeed, through building teams that get things done, execute on their mission with passion, deliver exceptional service and really make a difference. ARTWORK CREDIT Penny Roberts - https://www.instagram.com/penpennypencils CONTACT METHODS LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-nu-heat/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DavidRobertsPeopleWithPurpose Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidcroberts_/ Clubhouse - https://www.clubhouse.com/@davidcroberts?utm_medium=ch_profile&utm_campaign=MBv1ubya1-oOBXc_uQKFHw-46334See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Horror stories about out-of-control college debt are familiar to most of us, but there is a flip side to consider. Shying away from student loans can prove short-sighted, especially if it costs you the ability to focus on studies, network with classmates and pursue career enrichment opportunities. The trick is enlisting the right loans for the right reasons – with a carefully considered plan in place. Learn why our student loan advisor, Sim Terwilliger, has some regrets looking back on how she managed the financing of her long-dreamed-of Ivy League college experience. She and Lauryn Williams, our senior student loan advisor, highlight common misconceptions about debt and how to avoid pitfalls both real and imagined. As Sim sums up: “Yes. Be cautious. Be intentional. But don't be fearful. Let knowledge give you clarity and direction.” In today's episode, you'll find out: Undergrad price tags are steep and debt is intimidating, but there are options Colleges offer all kinds of packages, including work-study programs Fear of debt is natural and not a bad thing – but it's important to get educated about it Unpaid internships can be out of reach and impractical for lower-income students The open mouth gets fed: Never shy away from asking for help Only 45% of undergrads at Sim's Ivy League college qualified for need-based grants A Factor to Consider: Being the scholarship kid can feel awkward, even demoralizing If your living circumstance/home life is stressful or unhealthy, loans can be a worthwhile catalyst to change that pays off in the long-term Just $5,000-$7,500 in loans can provide enough flexibility and breathing room to make a real impact on the quality of an overall educational experience Parent-Plus loans are another option for students whose family financial picture doesn't fit the standard financial aid calculus If your estimated family contribution is unrealistic, ask your financial aid office for a reevaluation of specific facts and circumstances FAFSA is the baseline federal student aid application and CSS Profile is for private college consideration Liquidating assets to finance college expenses can be ill-advised for parents approaching retirement age Top 5 reasons that Sim wishes she would have opted for student debt Why federal loans are preferable to private loan options Links to topics mentioned:  About Parent-Plus Federal Student Loan opportunities An overview of the federal FAFSA application An overview of the private CSS Profile   Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts  Follow on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn   Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan

Action After Items Are You Shying Away? Think of a thing you are shying away from. Ask yourself why you're shying away from this. Lean into it.   Stu's IG - @stumassengill Get your Action After Worksheet Here! www.stumassengill.com/actionafter Free Resource: www.findingdirectionuniversity.com/5steps

(0:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour with Albert Breer of SI and MMQB joining the show, as they discuss whether this season was a success for the Patriots. (10:57) We dive into why Bill Belichick went into the Bills locker room after being blown out in Buffalo, and what it says about his relationship with Sean McDermott. (23:33) The guys go back and forth on Jerod Mayo interviewing with the Broncos and the rumors circling the NFL coaching carousel. (32:36) We decipher why teams are shying away from hiring Josh McDaniels and the likelihood of him sticking around with the Patriots.

On today's episode of Transformation Talks, we'll discuss the ten biggest mistakes people make before beginning a diet—all of which set us up to not only struggle short-term, but have a significantly harder time maintaining our results long-term.Here's the breakdown:Having an outcome-based goal (01:35)Developing plans for “you in the moment” (04:40)How to prepare for an easier diet (07:15)The power of environmental audits (10:24)Diet breaks and maintenance phases (15:15)Shying away from the numbers (20:08)Keto and elimination diets (22:27)A lack of perspective and patience (25:29)The BEST ways to measure fat loss (27:42)Not blowing your progress (31:40)A recap of every mistake (35:11)Why “slow and steady” isn't always wise (36:08)The six best accountability sources (38:58)If you have questions on any of these mistakes, or you'd like personalized help overcoming any of these hurdles, you can reach me at sam@herculesperformance.com.If you'd like to learn more about external accountability sources, you can listen to Episode 12 here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1805960/9018543-the-six-best-sources-of-accountabilityMost importantly (in case nobody's told you): you do NOT need to diet because it's about to be January (or the summer, or any other time of year you're listening to this).Frankly, I don't recommend dieting unless you're mentally prepared for the sacrifices required, have realistic expectations of progress, and a crystal clear plan for being moderate, flexible, and “exiting” the diet.You can apply for a spot in the VIP Coaching program here if you'd like help with this: https://herculesperformance.com/coaching/

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Robert van der Heyden returns to the podcast to expand on his and Erin's last conversation regarding therapy practices for increasing resiliency, and today they dive into Cold Exposure Therapy. Cold exposure builds on the resiliency created through the Wim Hof breathwork style, and in this episode, Erin and Robert discuss what cold exposure is, why you want to do it, and how to get started. Robert explains the health benefits behind cold exposure from stress management to increased focus and clarity to better circulation and immune responses. If you've been curious about cold exposure or are looking for ways to better manage your life stressors, this is an important episode to tune into! Be sure to listen to Robert's last interview, which includes a guided breathwork session! Find the link below! In this episode: -How this episode builds on last week's [1:03] -What is cold exposure training and why do it? [4:37] -How cold exposure therapy helps the immune system [6:39] -How your stress response changes with this practice [8:07] -Increasing fat loss & athletic recovery through cold exposure [14:51] -Raynaud's + autoimmunity [18:59] -Strengthening the circulatory system through cold exposure therapy [24:20] -How circulation affects GI dysfunction & inflammation [26:14] -Boundaries around self care to benefit you, your family, and others [27:25] -Shying away from constant comfort to support our genetics [30:15] -Where and how to get started with cold exposure therapy [32:40] -Specific steps for a therapeutic cold shower [36:15] -Best practices for contrast therapy [39:12] Resources mentioned: Find Robert on Insta https://www.instagram.com/askrobertvdh Coyote River Hemp Co CBD products (SALE for pod listeners!!! Get 50% off 500mg tinctures with code FUNK50. Sale ends 10/1!) https://coyoteriverhempco.com/ Smoothie Shop NH https://www.instagram.com/smoothieshopnh Bio-Kult Boosted probiotic supplement (save 15% on your order with code FUNK15) https://www.bio-kult.com/bio-kult-boosted/p9 Organifi supplement powder (save 20% on your order with code FUNK) https://organifi.com/FUNK Find Erin on Insta https://www.instagram.com/the.funktional.nutritionist/ Related eps: 173: Wim Hof Breathwork for Resiliency and Immune Health https://www.erinholthealth.com/funktional-nutrition-podcast/2021/9/20/episode-173-wim-hof-breathwork-for-resiliency-and-immune-health

Josh's Background:CEO of Freeland Ventures & Strategic Real Estate Coach3000+ units operated with over $40MM raised in totalHost of Accelerated Real Estate Investors PodcastIn this episode we cover:00:03:13 Josh's history impression of today's market00:06:37 Expectation of deal flow in 2021/22 and the JOBS act00:09:41 Underwriting competitively00:12:41 Shying away from your target market00:14:20 Evolution of investor expectations00:22:58 Josh's story of judging a book by it's cover00:28:05 5KQ1 - If you could only pick one trait that explains your success, what is that trait and why?00:30:32 5KQ2 - What is the most uncharacteristic thing you've done in your business and why did you do it?00:32:34 5KQ3 - Can you name any time where you felt like you were not going to end up successful? How did you overcome that fear?00:36:29 5KQ4 - Can you name a time where something in your business went perfectly and what did you do to make that a reality?00:38:49 5KQ5 - What have you been focusing on lately to improve yourself or your business?Connect with Josh:https://freelandventures.com/Connect with Dave:Schedule a callWebsiteE-mailOther ways to listen/watch:https://lnk.bio/multifamilyFollow or Subscribe:Facebook GroupLinkedInInstagramYoutubeIf you enjoyed this episode or like the show, please subscribe and leave a review! It is a huge help for just a little effort

Subscribe to the Cryptocurrency India Weekly newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/thecryptodostHere are the top cryptocurrency news headlines from India this week:Ministry of Finance responds to questions about crypto in the Parliament: https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-government-cryptocurrency-trading-regulation-investor-protection/ ;Five Reasons Indian regulators are shying away from regulation of crypto trading: https://inc42.com/infocus/indias-crypto-economy-scams-volatility-lack-of-inherent-value-keep-regulators-away/ ;GoSats raises seed funding of $700k: https://bfsi.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/financial-services/indias-first-bitcoin-rewards-company-gosats-raises-seed-funding-of-700k/85032337 ;GainBitcoin scam case hearing in Supreme Court on August 9th: https://inc42.com/buzz/amit-bhardwaj-gainbitcoin-scam-supreme-court-to-hear-case-on-aug-9/ ;Biconomy raises $9 million ahead of token listing: https://www.livemint.com/companies/start-ups/blockchain-startup-biconomy-raises-9-million-ahead-of-token-listing-11627482454328.html ;BCAC appoints India's first cybersecurity coordinator Dr. Gulshan Rai as its Advisory Board Member: https://www.businessinsider.in/advertising/media/news/iamai-bacc-appoints-indias-first-cyber-security-coordinator-dr-gulshan-rai-as-its-advisory-board-member/articleshow/84998321.cms ;Bitbns announces Cryptocurrency SIPs' worth lakhs for Indian Medalists at Tokyo Olympics 2020;Unocoin deepens integration with Airtm;Zebpay lists PAXG and MKR in its USDT market;WazirX lists Axie Infinity (AXS) in its INR and USDT market, Sandbox (SAND) in its INR market and Klaytn (KLAY) in the USDT market;Watching Recommendation:Learn more about Ethereum's London Hard Fork: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4hwcNovPp0

In today's episode, I want to talk about why we shy away from showing up online. I am sharing why we are self-sabotaging ourselves and our business, why it's time you saw your success and your big moment, and how to start truly showing up and actually put ourselves out there.    Take the guesswork out of your business, and change the way you do biz online forever (or actually start the online biz), the CEO Method is the perfect program for you.  Click here to learn more and apply for a spot https://www.brittneyjonesceo.com/theceomethodIf you're wondering how to use social media effectively to grow your business... join The Social Growth Lounge! *Podcast listeners get a special discount on the social growth lounge.  Use the link below to join us and enter the discount code “PODCAST” at checkout to receive $20 off per month.Click here to join  https://www.brittneyjonesceo.com/membership

Newcastle has a robust poetry community and in late 2020 three local writers had books published by Puncher & Wattmann. Ivy Ireland, Kerri Shying, and Ed Wright speak to Magdalena Ball about their funny and deeply original work.    Kerri Shying's Know Your Country, Ivy Ireland's The Owl Inside, and Ed Wright's Gas Deities are all published by Puncher & Wattmann and can be purchased from Macleans Bookshop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John and I were joined by Denny Brownlee (Humor Actor / Voice Actor / Writer) Denny Brownlee. www.dennyvoices.com  Denny discussed finding his role in caring for his mother, and value humor continues to bring.  We also featured more "John Butler" and a special guest joined us at the end of the show.  Our "After show" dialogue was so much fun we added that following the show closing. 

Do you shy away? Not take up space? Are not always seen & heard? Many people I know, work with & interact directly with experience all of the above. So how do we get more comfortable taking up space, speaking up and shining our light bright? Tune into a fun episode, and then let me know your thoughts. And tag me on social media!

Do Africans hate tribal marks? The painful procedure involves cutting or piercing the skin with a sharp or hot object, leaving behind permanent scars. What do you make of this practice in this day and age? That's our topic on this week's edition of #The77Percent.

Know your tools and most importantly how to use them under stress! Whether you are military, law enforcement, first responder, medical, or in any other career.... Everyone has a toolbox with essential tools needed to help you succeed and even serve others. Do you know what tools are at your disposal? Are you trained and prepared to utilize those tools even when under stress? Shying away from complicated yet essential skills or gaining knowledge not only negatively impacts you, but the ones around you and those you serve. 5 Stone's mission is to Prepare, Respond, and Serve. This may seem easy to say, but to comprehend and make a part of your daily life is more complicated. Don't forget to check us out at www.5stoneusa.com You can also tune in to our podcasts on all the major podcast hosting sights such as Spotify, Apple, Google, Stitcher, YouTube,RadioCity, and more. Help spread 5 Stone to your community so we can help you PREPARE, RESPOND, AND SERVE!Follow our audio podcasts on:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/5-stone-prepare-respond-serve/id1543508030Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QWoId7ndcccNIZX6p68Tg?si=vKlRQeFeR7OEA2nAw4dpSwYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCj7mt9qlBVAEXTYVi0h7htwSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/5stone/donations

To celebrate another successful year of Business at TreasureTress we organised our first ever Virtual Pop Up Shop TreasureTress Travel #TTHairport. What's a flight without inflight entertainment? In this episode I share the audio from our panel recorded in November 2020 with Flow of MDM Flow, Tiwalola of Confident and Killing it, Trina Nicole of Curve Catwalk, Victoria of Sunmo Snacks. The conversation just kept on flowing, we discussed everything from: The reality of lockdown and opportunities lockdown presented The importance of black women being the room and sharing opportunities. Pressure to make your business more palatable as a black owned business Shying away from being the face of your brand/platform The importance of black women being the face of their brand. Owning your story - showing up as a founder Fear of judgement Representation in business and public platforms - confidence and joy are contagious Pressure to over perform as black women Comparison being the thief of joy I hope you enjoy!

To optimise horse welfare and rider safety it is imperative that we always target relaxation when training, riding, and handling our horses. The horse's level of relaxation is directly tied to its emotional level and that is often controlled by how predictable its environment is. Later in this article, we will discuss how you can make your training more predictable but first we should look at the difference between emotional level and relaxation. It is important that we separate relaxation and emotional level so that we do not get the two confused. Emotional level plays a big part in how engaged your horse is with you and where its attention is focused. “My horse is so relaxed, it's asleep!” This horse might appear to be relaxed but it is not engaged and thus has a relatively low emotional level. What happens to this ‘relaxed horse' when a dog rushes out of the bushes? It most likely wakes up, and potentially shies and runs off, as its emotional level instantly skyrockets. Shying, the most frequently reported ridden behaviour problem in horses then, is a result of not engaging the horse and thus regulating its emotional level. In these podcasts I discuss how we need to slightly raise the horse's emotional level in order to engage the horse with learning but that we must not raise it so high as the horse becomes at all anxious. This is training in the engagement zone and it is here that we target relaxation. Being able to recognise relaxation in your horse is especially important and most easily done when comparing your horse's behaviour and posture in different situations. The main indicator of relaxation is a lack of unnecessary tension in the muscles. Good examples of this are horses that are being very vigilant in the field, with a high, tense head and neck, a horse pulling on the bridle, vocalising (calling out) to its friends when alone. A relaxed horse in these same situations might be walking quietly across the field, travelling in a soft round frame in self-carriage or standing quietly in social isolation. Any time we make the horse tense, we sacrifice relaxation. This might be something we do by mistake, for example, startle the horse by suddenly appearing around the corner or it could be something we habitually do such as an aid we apply or a piece of equipment we use. The overtightened noseband is a good example of this relaxation sacrifice. Forcing the horse's jaw closed creates tension in all facial muscles. If you do this yourself, simply close your teeth together and hold that position. Feel the tension that builds in your facial muscles and gradually down your neck and throughout your body. Now we have not even tied our mouths closed, never mind added a bit and rein tension to the equation. Clearly, trying to get your horse to relax while simultaneously creating tension makes little sense. When training, the best thing you can do to help your horse relax is to come to the lesson prepared, knowing exactly what you are wanting to teach and breaking the lesson down into manageable chunks for your horse. Lesson planning when horse training, is as important as it is when teaching children in class. The teacher would never arrive in the classroom without having decided in advance what to teach and how to teach it (at least one would hope this would not happen. It's helpful to plan your horse training lessons in the same way. First, decide what you want to teach. Next, consider whether there are any prerequisites for that lesson, meaning is there anything the horse needs to know before you start the lesson. This is the most important step because if the horse does not have the education required to begin the lesson then it will end in confusion, in a higher state of emotion than it began and the horse will be completely unable to relax. Once you have those points covered, you can break the lesson down into its four basic components. They will be the spot on the horse you want to move, the direction you want that spot to move (because all training involves movement), the motivator you plan to use to signal the horse to move that spot, and the reward the horse will receive (demonstrating that the answer, or movement the horse made, was correct). We can use the example of give to the bit, starting with teaching this on the ground and on the left side of the horse, to demonstrate this breakdown: 1) The spot – the nose 2) The direction – laterally to the left 3) The motivator – light rein tension 4) The reward – release of rein tension, praise, and a scratch on the wither By having the lesson planned in detail, it allows us as trainers to monitor the horse's progress and makes it simple to see if the horse is responding correctly. Let's think for a moment if we approached the same give to the bit lesson but without the breakdown of spot, direction, motivator and reward, and simply went out to teach the horse to travel in a soft round frame. With a very vague aim such as this, it makes conveying our message to the horse extremely difficult. The other problem that arises is that we are considerably more likely to become reactive riders, constantly correcting the horse. As mentioned earlier, horses like their lives to be predictable and this is why they learn patterns so well. With proper use of combined reinforcement, pressure-release-reward, the horse's environment becomes very predictable. From the horse's perspective it looks like this: “I feel a pressure (which could be a tactile pressure but may equally be the pressure of proximity or being observed), I move in a certain direction, and the pressure is released and I am rewarded”. This is predictable. There is nothing here that will surprise the horse. You are being a proactive trainer and rider. On the other hand, if you set out with a vague aim you are more likely to have to resort to correction (read punishment because they are the same – anything done in an attempt to make a behaviour less likely to occur in the future). The main problem with the use of punishment in horse training is that we know that horses do not learn as well from punishment as they do from reinforcement. It may be that this is because the use of punishment makes the horse's environment unpredictable. The horse doesn't know it has made a mistake, so the resulting correction comes as a surprise, shattering the horse's nice learning pattern and any hope of relaxation. This rider is being reactive, allowing the horse to make a mistake and then correcting it. Thus, to target relaxation, remain proactive, keep your horse's attention and focus on the lesson, be sure to always break a lesson down into its basic components before commencing the exercise. If you would like to learn more about how to break any lesson down, visit the Kandoo Equine website and sign up for some free training: https://www.kandooequine.com/.

  To optimise horse welfare and rider safety it is imperative that we always target relaxation when training, riding, and handling our horses. The horse’s level of relaxation is directly tied to its emotional level and that is often controlled by how predictable its environment is. Later in this article, we will discuss how you can make your training more predictable but first we should look at the difference between emotional level and relaxation.   It is important that we separate relaxation and emotional level so that we do not get the two confused. Emotional level plays a big part in how engaged your horse is with you and where its attention is focused. “My horse is so relaxed, it’s asleep!” This horse might appear to be relaxed but it is not engaged and thus has a relatively low emotional level. What happens to this ‘relaxed horse’ when a dog rushes out of the bushes? It most likely wakes up, and potentially shies and runs off, as its emotional level instantly skyrockets. Shying, the most frequently reported ridden behaviour problem in horses then, is a result of not engaging the horse and thus regulating its emotional level. In these podcasts I discuss how we need to slightly raise the horse’s emotional level in order to engage the horse with learning but that we must not raise it so high as the horse becomes at all anxious. This is training in the engagement zone and it is here that we target relaxation. Being able to recognise relaxation in your horse is especially important and most easily done when comparing your horse’s behaviour and posture in different situations. The main indicator of relaxation is a lack of unnecessary tension in the muscles. Good examples of this are horses that are being very vigilant in the field, with a high, tense head and neck, a horse pulling on the bridle, vocalising (calling out) to its friends when alone. A relaxed horse in these same situations might be walking quietly across the field, travelling in a soft round frame in self-carriage or standing quietly in social isolation. Any time we make the horse tense, we sacrifice relaxation. This might be something we do by mistake, for example, startle the horse by suddenly appearing around the corner or it could be something we habitually do such as an aid we apply or a piece of equipment we use. The overtightened noseband is a good example of this relaxation sacrifice. Forcing the horse’s jaw closed creates tension in all facial muscles. If you do this yourself, simply close your teeth together and hold that position. Feel the tension that builds in your facial muscles and gradually down your neck and throughout your body. Now we have not even tied our mouths closed, never mind added a bit and rein tension to the equation. Clearly, trying to get your horse to relax while simultaneously creating tension makes little sense. When training, the best thing you can do to help your horse relax is to come to the lesson prepared, knowing exactly what you are wanting to teach and breaking the lesson down into manageable chunks for your horse. Lesson planning when horse training, is as important as it is when teaching children in class. The teacher would never arrive in the classroom without having decided in advance what to teach and how to teach it (at least one would hope this would not happen. It’s helpful to plan your horse training lessons in the same way. First, decide what you want to teach. Next, consider whether there are any prerequisites for that lesson, meaning is there anything the horse needs to know before you start the lesson. This is the most important step because if the horse does not have the education required to begin the lesson then it will end in confusion, in a higher state of emotion than it began and the horse will be completely unable to relax.   Once you have those points covered, you can break the lesson down into its four basic components. They will be the spot on the horse you want to move, the direction you want that spot to move (because all training involves movement), the motivator you plan to use to signal the horse to move that spot, and the reward the horse will receive (demonstrating that the answer, or movement the horse made, was correct). We can use the example of give to the bit, starting with teaching this on the ground and on the left side of the horse, to demonstrate this breakdown: 1) The spot – the nose 2) The direction – laterally to the left 3) The motivator – light rein tension 4) The reward – release of rein tension, praise, and a scratch on the wither By having the lesson planned in detail, it allows us as trainers to monitor the horse’s progress and makes it simple to see if the horse is responding correctly. Let’s think for a moment if we approached the same give to the bit lesson but without the breakdown of spot, direction, motivator and reward, and simply went out to teach the horse to travel in a soft round frame. With a very vague aim such as this, it makes conveying our message to the horse extremely difficult. The other problem that arises is that we are considerably more likely to become reactive riders, constantly correcting the horse. As mentioned earlier, horses like their lives to be predictable and this is why they learn patterns so well. With proper use of combined reinforcement, pressure-release-reward, the horse’s environment becomes very predictable. From the horse’s perspective it looks like this: “I feel a pressure (which could be a tactile pressure but may equally be the pressure of proximity or being observed), I move in a certain direction, and the pressure is released and I am rewarded”. This is predictable. There is nothing here that will surprise the horse. You are being a proactive trainer and rider. On the other hand, if you set out with a vague aim you are more likely to have to resort to correction (read punishment because they are the same – anything done in an attempt to make a behaviour less likely to occur in the future). The main problem with the use of punishment in horse training is that we know that horses do not learn as well from punishment as they do from reinforcement. It may be that this is because the use of punishment makes the horse’s environment unpredictable. The horse doesn’t know it has made a mistake, so the resulting correction comes as a surprise, shattering the horse’s nice learning pattern and any hope of relaxation. This rider is being reactive, allowing the horse to make a mistake and then correcting it. Thus, to target relaxation, remain proactive, keep your horse’s attention and focus on the lesson, be sure to always break a lesson down into its basic components before commencing the exercise. If you would like to learn more about how to break any lesson down, visit the Kandoo Equine website and sign up for some free training: https://www.kandooequine.com/.

Here, you will listen to my analysis on why BJP is confused about implementing the Citizenship Amendment Act(CAA) before Assembly polls in Assam and West Bengal 2021. If you want to see my video analysis, you can follow me at Instagram My Insta link: https://www.instagram.com/politicsarca/ #assam #westbengal #caa #caaprotest #citizenshipammendmentact #bjp #amitshah --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsarca/message

In order to survive, humans instinctively avoid risk and adversity. When we try to sidestep failure or disappointment, we fail to learn from our mistakes. Shying away from critical feedback and other uncomfortable situations means missing out on a potentially life-changing and success-fueling experience. So, what's the secret behind leveraging hardships into success instead of letting fear hold you back?    Today on the Wealth Creator Source Podcast, Raymond speaks to Barry Farber. Barry is a Sales and Marketing Strategist as well as an entrepreneur, inventor, columnist, award-winning radio and television host, and best-selling author. Listen in for a practical roadmap to success, and how to turn today's adversities and obstacles into tomorrow’s opportunities for growth.    Expert Action Steps: Setting up your environment: put things around us not just the people who are successful as mentors but what we read and around my walls. Network like crazy, every single business chord, every single human being to collect because you never know when you'll use it. Get back to learning, you know, hopefully, it's combined with action to you know, come action and constant learning are critical.   Barry Farber is an entrepreneur, award-winning radio and television host, agent, inventor, columnist, and best-selling author. Barry has been a Sales and Marketing Strategist for over 25 years. He hosts TV programs such as Breakthrough with Barry Farber and has a radio program with the same name. He is the president of Farber Training Systems, Inc. and The Diamond Group. Barry has worked with some of the world’s largest brands and interviewed dozens of well-known athletes, entertainers, and thought leaders. His latest book, Success Secrets of Sales Superstars, features sales advice from 34 industry leaders.  Links: www.barryfarber.com https://twitter.com/barryfarber1 https://www.instagram.com/barryfarberofficial/

Welcome to Part 5 of ‘Niching in Uncertain Times: The Do's and the Don'ts,' where we are going to wrap up ALL of the strategies in this five-part series and solidify the final Do and Don't that you should put above all others.  Do us a favor and please watch the first four segments if you haven't already, as this episode ties them all together! We want you to be able to sit down with this and really brainstorm everything we've talked about so far.  All of our episodes have touched on getting attention by telling a relatable story. Describe a scenario that the ideal client for your niche has done or lived through. You can paint the picture of a stressful situation and grab that awareness without asking, “Are you stressed?” This is where you begin.  Our final podcast of this series will dive into:  How do I use content and social media to sell?  Where should I sandwich the educational piece? Can I engage my audience without speaking “at” them?  Be a real human in the world. Interact with your audience. Ask questions. Talk to them.  The way that most practitioners and coaches display themselves online is similar to how old-school doctors portray themselves, using words the client doesn't understand...leaving the client feeling unintelligent and not knowing what to do next. Hence, why we begin with an empathetic story.    What We Talk About In This Episode: Emotionally charged headlines, stories, and dialogues Speaking in the first person, as if in a real conversation, in your content Shying away from the educational or scientific pieces in the beginning The right time to talk “clinical” The day to day life of a client in your narrowest, most specific niche Niching down properly, without rushing the process for short-term gain   Things We Mention In This Episode: 10K Success System Take Your Health Practice Online   Here's How To Subscribe & Leave A Review (pretty-please): Want to get notified when I release new episodes so you don't miss a thing? Click here to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. And it would mean the world to me if you'd leave a rating and review. I'd love to know what you think of the podcast and how I can make it better for you. Plus iTunes tells me that podcast reviews are really important and the more reviews the podcast has the easier it will be to get the podcast in front of more people, which is the ultimate goal. You can leave a review right here.   Let's Keep The Conversation Going… Do you have a burning question you'd like to ask?  I would love to hear all about it. Visit me on Instagram which is currently my favourite way to connect.  You can also join my free online community to connect with more than 27,000 other health practitioners just like you to ask questions, share wins and struggles, and get lots of support from me and my team! I hope to see you there.

Alastiar Tan: “Food is like art and culture – it evolves constantly. Maybe my family's culture is my ahma likes to put white pepper, but your ahma puts black pepper. Who is to say whose ahma is right or wrong?” Tan, head chef of Restaurant Labyrinth, joins Singapore Noodles founder Pamelia Chia to share about his journey of becoming a chef, plus: *The philosophy of Restaurant Labyrinth* *Local farmers and producers in Singapore* *What it means to elevate Asian cuisine* *Alastiar's pop-up during circuit breaker* *How we can encourage Singaporeans to value and pay more for local food* *Why young chefs are hesitant to work at local restaurants*

Through the lens of his camera, Devin Graham has witnessed some pretty incredible things—things he never could’ve imagined as a shy young man. But his time as a missionary in Jamaica taught him to step out of his comfort zone and today, he has worked with some of the most successful companies in the world, including Google and Disney. Although there have been key moments in Graham’s career where his standards have been called into question, he has remained true to a standard he set for himself and his channel long before those moments of decision arose. "Even though we may be quiet or a little bit quirky or a little bit weird, each of us have these really awesome, amazing, unique talents, that are going to help inspire somebody else." Show Notes 1:38- A Little Thing Called YouTube 4:55- Failure 24/7 7:39- Overcoming Shyness 12:59- Adjusting with Algorithms 16:26- The Emails That Make It Worth It 19:08- Decide in Advance 24:04- Sharing the Gospel Through Video 28:30- What the Best Filmmakers Do 32:38- Sharing a Video, Sharing Faith 35:10- Are We Not All Influencers 37:16- What Does It Mean To You To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Find the full episode transcript at ldsliving.com/allin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carolyn Walton Lynch joins me to talk about her journey and a new social network. Think a marketplace, but for events and going solo is the whole point! By the way, solo has nothing to do with being single or married or dating or any of that. An accountant by trade, her knowledge in finance and operations led her to start a business with 300 employees at its peak. The unwinding of that business propelled her forward to a new chapter and business idea. Shying away from challenges is not her style and as you'll hear, not believing in personal limits has been a constant in her life. Link up at https://www.mixolo.io/

Jesus Came And... Offended Many Jesus Came And... Offended Many Ross Tenneson / General The Gospel of Luke / Forgiveness; Gentiles / Luke 4:22–30 Exposition of this passage Summary Exegetical Main Point: Jesus teaches that God is not under obligation to work among the people of Israel but can compassionately save surprising people. Sticky: God will show compassion to whomever he wants to, not to those whom we think he should. Connection (me) I love how welcoming our worship gatherings feel and how welcoming other churches I’ve attended in the past feel. And churches should be the most welcoming places on earth because the gospel is the most welcoming message there ever was. Yet, I confess that in my heart, I have not always had that kind of welcome toward everyone I’ve worshipped with. There are people I have worshipped with that I struggled with liking very much. I even have from time to time not been happy that a person is at the same worship gathering as me. This betrays that I have a sense of bias in my heart where I prefer certain people to be God’s children and not others and it is a favoritism toward myself that I somehow deserve to be there more than they do. Tension (we) Now, may never think these things (or admit we do), yet I want to ask you: Do you sometimes find yourself wishing that God would have saved this person instead of that person? Do you sometimes struggle to rejoice over someone’s salvation (maybe in your community)? Is there someone (maybe someone who wronged you) whom you wouldn’t want God to show mercy to? In our text this evening, Jesus is going to uncover and answer these questions that we all have in our hearts at some level even if they are not at the level of awareness. Pastor Daniel made a good point to me when I was preparing this sermon: since we are all prideful people, there is something offensive to each one of us about God’s grace and mercy. Hopefully Jesus can expose that in our hearts this evening so that he can also heal us. Revelation (God) We get to pick up in this passage where Daniel left off two weeks ago. Jesus, while in his hometown of Nazareth, had finished reading from the scroll of Isaiah about an era of God’s favor that God would bring on his people. Then he makes the astonishing claim that this prophecy was about him. Now, in the rest of this passage, we get to witness how the people in Jesus’s hometown respond to Jesus making these claims. It will be a roller coaster that starts with celebration and ends with attempted murder. Now, our outline this evening will include two simple steps[1]: (1) First, Jesus will share two sayings that describe the situation and hearts of the people of Nazareth (vv. 22-24). [Two Sayings] (2) Second, Jesus will illustrate his point by comparing himself with two prophets from the Old Testament (vv. 25-30) [Two Prophets] Two Sayings (vv. 22-24) Let’s begin then in verse 22, English Standard Version Chapter 4 22 And all spoke well of him and marveled at the gracious words that were coming from his mouth. And they said, “Is not this Joseph’s son?” Jesus’s fellow Nazarites first respond with favor to the things that he said.[2] Perhaps there was a sense of pride that one of their own would speak with such favor to them from God’s word. Yet, that very same fact (that Jesus is one of their own) appears to also produce an alternative response in Jesus’s listeners.[3] Luke captures this reaction in the question they ask: “Is not this Joseph’s son?” While there was joy in Jesus’s claim that the prophecy in Isaiah 61, that the era of God’s favor had arrived, there was skepticism, rejection, and soon to be hostility to the idea that such an extraordinary reality could come from one who seemed so ordinary to them. They may have thought, I remember Jesus when he was this tall. I remember when he became an adult. I remember when he first became a carpenter. How could he fulfill this prophecy of the restoration for us? We will see more and more as we walk through this passage that people’s expectations play a huge role of how they respond to Jesus and his message. For one, since they were familiar with Jesus’s ordinary upbringing, they did not expect him to be a man whom the Lord used mightily and thus rejected him. Jesus was aware of the skeptical objections in their minds and responds to them publically in verse 23,[4] English Standard Version Chapter 4 23 And he said to them, “Doubtless you will quote to me this proverb, ‘ “Physician, heal yourself.” What we have heard you did at Capernaum, do here in your hometown as well.’ ” (A) Now Jesus quotes the first of the two sayings he will refer to in this passage: “Physician, heal yourself.” What does Jesus mean by saying his fellow townspeople will quote to him this saying? Evidently, the residents of Nazareth had heard of great works that Jesus had done in Capernaum of freeing a man from a demon (vv. 31-37). The thought this proverb expresses is that Jesus is under obligation to perform his works among them (in his hometown where he was raised) before he performs them for others.[5] So, in the saying, “Physician, heal yourself,” by “yourself” they actually mean “your hometown.”[6] In other words, Jesus you should do your works here, among we who raised you, before you go and do them elsewhere. There seems to be two things that are going on in their hearts here: (1) Seeing him perform his works among them would give them the proof their skeptical hearts demand.[7] (2) As Jesus’s kin, they saw themselves as more worthy and deserving of his benefits than others and were expressing jealousy of what the other town had experienced.[8] After all, they had probably helped to raise him. It is not difficult for us to begin to expect and believe we deserve certain benefits from God, is it? Likely, we wouldn’t think that way, but our emotions often give us away. I think one of the biggest evidences of this is how easy it is for us to emotionally go off the rails when something does not work out the way we expect or think that it should or the envy we feel towards others when they get what we want. (B) Next, Jesus introduces a second saying to further reveal what is happening in this sequence of events. He says in verse 24, English Standard Version Chapter 4 24 And he said, “Truly, I say to you, no prophet is acceptable in his hometown. When Jesus says “truly” in the beginning of verse 24, he is indicating that what he is about to say demands our attention.[9] What does Jesus mean by “no prophet is acceptable in his hometown?” He means that their familiarity with him, especially in his developmental years, is a stumbling block for them.[10] I think we all get this point: Who here finds that some of the hardest people for you to witness to are family members and friends that you grew up with? Jesus experienced that as well and understands. Anyone who has seen us in a period or season of weakness is prone to use that as an excuse to dismiss us as messengers and avoid the message that we proclaim. For Jesus, it was not a sinful season of weakness they saw, but the ordinary process of growing up and learning new things. Since they were familiar with him as a youth , they were content to continue to think of him that way and dismiss the call to receive him as the one bringing God’s favor. Therefore, Jesus would not do the works he did in Capernaum in his hometown. Now, did you catch what Jesus referred to himself as in this verse? He calls himself a “prophet.” And by referring to himself as a prophet, he characterizes himself as one, who like the prophets before him, experienced rejection from the Hebrew people.[11] Now that we have walked through the two sayings Jesus referred to, now we will take a look at the two prophets he compares himself to. These comparisons will cause the crowd to boil over in their rage and attack Jesus. Two Prophets (vv. 25-30) In order to explain why Jesus won’t do works in his hometown, he compares himself to two Old Testament prophets: Elijah and Elisha. This explanation will almost get Jesus killed. Now, what would Jesus have to say to almost get himself killed by a town of Jewish people he grew up with? Alright, let’s take a look at the first of two prophets to whom Jesus compares his ministry: Elijah. Jesus says in verses 25 and 26, English Standard Version Chapter 4 25 But in truth, I tell you, there were many widows in Israel in the days of Elijah, when the heavens were shut up three years and six months, and a great famine came over all the land, 26 and Elijah was sent to none of them but only to Zarephath, in the land of Sidon, to a woman who was a widow. This story refers back to the story of the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 17. At that time, Ahab, king of Israel, had abandoned worshipping God and instead worshipped the false God Baal. Sadly, much of the rest of the nation follows suit. As a result, God inflicted the land with a drought for a period of about three years. And during that drought, God did not send Elijah to work among the people of Israel. Instead, he shockingly send him to a widow in the city of Zarephath, which was a pagan city outside of Israel.[12] She lived in a place that in the Old Testament was geographically far from God. God used Elijah to give this widow a miraculous source of food. Jesus makes a piercing point here: “Although there were many widows in Israel, God sent Elijah to none of them but only to Zarephath.” No Jewish person would have expected God to do this— to favor someone in an unbelieving nation rather than the Jewish nation. It would have, in fact, been offensive to them that a gentile would receive mercy before they would. Worse than that, Jesus is comparing them to the faithless Israelites in Elijah’s day whom God passed over.[13] What important truth does this reveal to us about God? God does not act according to our expectations of what we think he should do. I have seen God save a handful of people in my life, and guess what? He never asked me beforehand if I thought it was a good idea.[14] We have to get used to the idea that God shows mercy to whomever he wants to and some people we think should believe won’t and some people we think shouldn’t believe will. This passage is a warning against limiting God’s mercy and ever assuming there is a kind of person God wouldn’t save. Later in Luke, Jesus shares a story about a son who leaves his Father and his household and squanders his inheritance in reckless living. After running out of money, he returns home in shame. He expects his father to take him back, not as a son, but as a hired worker: that would fit with what he deserves. Yet, as his Father sees him approaching from afar, he runs to embrace him. He puts a robe and a ring on him and throws him a feast to welcome him back as a son. When God shows someone mercy, which he does everyday, it is this kind of over-the-top, scandalous event. How does his older brother respond? He gets upset and jealous that his little brother who squandered his inheritance would come back and get another share. He is offended at his father’s mercy toward his brother. This is how the people of Nazareth were responding, and this passage is warning to us not to respond this way. Here is one way I was convicted while preparing: Do you like me tend to think that there are certain people (or kinds of people) that God won’t save or even that you don’t necessarily want him to save? I have a younger brother whom probably none of you have met yet and who seems to have no interest in the things of the Lord. A lot of days, I have a small expectation that God will save him because he seems so far from God. And I noticed that when I have a small expectation God will save someone, they tend to drop out of my prayer life. Is there someone you have stopped praying for because you have a small expectation that God will save them? If we pause and think about that, it is actually us subtly assuming that God will work according to the way we expect him to work. Also, is there a person or a kind of person whom intellectually you would say you want them to know Jesus and belong here, but emotionally you are not there? This text is calling us to repent of that and to pray for and love those we just don’t tend to like. God is not going to withhold new life from someone because you or I don’t like that person. We must not be like the people of Nazareth and oppose God working in someone else’s life (and just to be clear, indifference and disengagement when God has put someone in our path is opposition, when you are sensing a burden or seeing a clear opportunity to witness to someone and you won’t). Again, I believe that when we shy away from praying for a particular person, it is an indication our hearts are in this place. Then, Luke brings up another example of God’s work through another prophet, Elijah’s student, Elisha: English Standard Version Chapter 4 27 And there were many lepers in Israel in the time of the prophet Elisha, and none of them was cleansed, but only Naaman the Syrian.” Leprosy is a disease that destroys your skin and having that disease would make you unclean and unable to enter the temple in the Old Testament. Again, the same sequence of events unfolds: God passes over his rebellious people and he shows mercy to a foreigner. Yet, he is not just any foreigner. He was the general of the Syrian army— a historic enemy of Israel’s. Syria was not only a different culture from Israel, it was a hostile one. This text is also a call to cultural humility for all of us (God will not only save particular people we don’t expect, but kinds of people we don’t expect). This text anticipates the reality that the gospel spread outside the mono-cultural Israel to the multi-cultural nations.[15] It’s a miracle that I am standing here preaching Christ to you today considering my ancestral roots. I know I have a Scandinavian Lutheran background of nice church people, but if you go back far enough, I descend from warring, pillaging idolaters. There is no people group or cultural group in the Twin Cities we should not expect to be apart of All Peoples Church one day. And we need to pray, fast, and evangelize until this is the case. We must not prefer or welcome people from one culture over another because we think that one culture is more likely to respond to the gospel than another. To have that perspective is to subtly adopt the viewpoint of the people of Nazareth. Our response to others whom we perceive as far from God can reveal if we think we are more deserving or proper for God to save. Shying away from certain people or kinds of people reveals a sense of favoritism towards ourselves. Truly believing that we have no worthiness of our own and that our only claim to God’s favor is the blood of Christ will overflow in us going to difficult people. After Jesus had said these things and exposed their sinful hearts, the people of Nazareth had had enough. Verse 28 describes how they respond, English Standard Version Chapter 4 28 When they heard these things, all in the synagogue were filled with wrath. 29 And they rose up and drove him out of the town and brought him to the brow of the hill on which their town was built, so that they could throw him down the cliff. In the process of hearing Jesus saying these things, Jesus’s relatives and neighbors become so enraged they attempt to kill him. What was it about what Jesus said that drove them to this point? Let’s try to put together all of the pieces to make this clear. Jesus says to those with whom he grew up among that they have rejected him. He goes further and identifies himself as a prophet who, like the other prophets in Israel’s history, faces rejection. He then characterizes the situation as similar to the era of Elijah and Elisha in that the people of Nazareth were unbelievers in God like the Israelites of that day. And because of their unbelief, Jesus was going to go elsewhere to work miracles and preach the good news.[16] And those whom they thought to be inferior to themselves would receive the blessings they thought Jesus was obligated to share with them. The weight of this truth and conviction should have humbled them and brought them to repentance; instead, they lost control and tried to kill Jesus. The point in all of this is that God will show compassion to whomever he wants to, not to those whom we think he should.[17] Therefore, our lives, our affections, and our mission should show no sort of favoritism to certain people or kinds of people. In fact, we should look for opportunities to connect with and share Jesus with the people who seem least likely on the surface to respond to Jesus— stories like these show that these are the kinds of people Jesus delights to save. That’s why our mission statement says we want to help others follow Jesus, especially those far from God. Application (us) What does this story have to say to you if you are not yet a follower of Jesus? Perhaps you are here today and you can identify with the widow of Zarephath. She was lonely (she had no husband) and overwhelmed (she had the burden of raising her kids). More than that, she was hungry. Yet, perhaps your hunger is not as much of a hunger for bread as a spiritual hunger. You know there is something missing, you know you long for more than what this world has offered you. Just like God used Elijah to give her an everlasting supply of bread and oil, Jesus will give you everlasting satisfaction for your deepest needs if you will come to him. Do you feel like you have done too much wrong for him to welcome you? Elijah’s going to this widow from an unbelieving city, a city in which the residents were far from God, shows that there is no one too far from him to receive his mercy. He will have you just as you are. The only remaining question is: will you have him? On the other hand, maybe you are more like Naaman the Syrian general. He came to the land of Israel and the prophet Elisha to seek healing for his skin disease of leprosy. He didn’t fully understand Elisha’s instructions to be healed of his leprosy. He almost refused with agner to do what the prophet had said. But in the end, his servant convinced him to do it anyway. And guess what? He was healed. Maybe you do not consider yourself religious or don’t have a religious background. Maybe Jesus sounds nice, but following him just doesn’t make much sense to you: this is not what you are used to. God didn’t heal Naaman because he fully grasped God’s plan or it was familiar to him. He saved Namaan because he followed God’s plan anyway. And what is God’s plan for you? That you would believe in the Lord Jesus and receive his sacrifice for you on the cross. That just as God used the Jordan to cleanse Naaman’s skin of leprosy, he would use the blood of Jesus to heal your sin and forgive you completely. How is it possible for God to heal and forgive all these different kinds of people? Widows from Zarephath, generals from Syria, and every sinner who sits here today? Verse 30 says, English Standard Version Chapter 4 30 But passing through their midst, he went away. While in this instance Jesus avoided dying at the hands of sinful men and women, this event foreshadows a future event.[18] Three short years later, a mob would lay hands on the Lord Jesus again. Instead of passing through their midst, he would allow himself to suffer death by crucifixion. What is his reason? To pay for the sins of any who would come to him. To pay for the sins of even those who are far from God and whom we least of all expect to join us here praising Jesus. To pay for the sins of our Somali neighbors who would believe, our lbgt neighbors who would believe, of our poor and drug addicted neighbors who would believe, and of those in our lives who are especially hard to be patient with and to be around. Perhaps you are here today and have not yet followed Jesus. I invite you before you leave this room with: repent and believe and become his child. Please speak with me or any of our member to learn how you can do this. Imagination (We) How would our community grow if we believed these things? I believe there will be a chain reaction if we have a gospel message as radical as the one Jesus presents in this text. If we believe God will save those who are far from him, we must pray for those who are far from him. If we pray from those who are far from him, we will feel an inclination to take steps towards those who are far from him, if we take steps towards those who are far from God, some will hear the gospel through us and believe. Then, our community will become more and more a group of surprising people to be together in one family. All of this starts with believing that Jesus radically saves unexpected people. Glorification (Jesus) Verse 30 ends by saying Jesus “went away.” That word that verb comes from will appear a handful of times in Luke. It is framing Jesus as on a journey toward Jerusalem where he will solve the greatest problem facing humanity: our broken relationship with God. Here we have taken the first few steps of that journey with Jesus and already we have seen that he is a great and glorious savior. He is a savior we did not anticipate or expect who save those we don’t anticipate or expect him to save. He shocks and amazes in the ways how he redeems. And we will have to keep walking through this gospel together with Jesus to see him rescue and save all these different kinds of people. [1] Green, J. B. (1997). The Gospel of Luke (p. 216). Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. [2][2] Green, J. B. (1997). The Gospel of Luke (p. 216). Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. [3] Marshall, I. H. (1978). The Gospel of Luke: a commentary on the Greek text (p. 186). Exeter: Paternoster Press. [4] John Calvin, Harmony of Matthew, Mark, Luke, trans. David W. Rev. William Pringle, vol. 1, Calvin’s Commentaries 23 Volume Set (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Books, 2009), 231. [5] John Calvin, Harmony of Matthew, Mark, Luke, trans. David W. Rev. William Pringle, vol. 1, Calvin’s Commentaries 23 Volume Set (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Books, 2009), 232. [6] Marshall, I. H. (1978). The Gospel of Luke: a commentary on the Greek text (p. 187). Exeter: Paternoster Press. [7] Cf. Bock, D. L. (1996). Luke (pp. 137–138). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House. [8] Marshall, I. H. (1978). The Gospel of Luke: a commentary on the Greek text (p. 187). Exeter: Paternoster Press. [9] Marshall, I. H. (1978). The Gospel of Luke: a commentary on the Greek text (p. 187). Exeter: Paternoster Press. [10] Jamieson, R., Fausset, A. R., & Brown, D. (1997). Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible (Vol. 2, p. 103). Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc. [11] Bock, D. L. (1996). Luke (p. 138). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House. [12] Jamieson, R., Fausset, A. R., & Brown, D. (1997). Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible (Vol. 2, p. 103). Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc. [13] Bock, D. L. (1996). Luke (p. 138). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House. [14] John Calvin, Harmony of Matthew, Mark, Luke, trans. David W. Rev. William Pringle, vol. 1, Calvin’s Commentaries 23 Volume Set (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Books, 2009), 234. [15] Schreiner, T. R. (2013). The King in His Beauty: A Biblical Theology of the Old and New Testaments (p. 494). Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic. [16] John Calvin, Harmony of Matthew, Mark, Luke, trans. David W. Rev. William Pringle, vol. 1, Calvin’s Commentaries 23 Volume Set (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Books, 2009), 234. [17] Cf. Spurgeon, C. H. (1907). The Rule of Grace. In The Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit Sermons (Vol. 53, p. 501). London: Passmore & Alabaster [18] Bovon, F., & Koester, H. (2002). Luke 1: a commentary on the Gospel of Luke 1:1–9:50 (p. 156). Minneapolis, MN: Fortress Press.

Shying away from our expectations has become something that symbolises this generation. It's a terrible habit to get into. But turn around and face those expectations and meet them and see that you might have HD the whole thing backwards all along.

John Shying is the first known Chinese person to arrive in Australia and make a life Down Under. He emigrated to the colony at Sydney as a young man in 1818, just 30 years after the First Fleet. He was a skilled tradesman and earned his keep as a carpenter before moving out west and becoming a publican.  John Shying was a keen property developer, buying and selling land and building houses and hotels. Basically, he dealt in property and booze – quintessential Australian pastimes! With his English-born wife, he had four sons. All of the Shying boys would go into trade as carpenters, undertakers and merchants. Between them they had at least 31 children, meaning that there are literally thousands of descendants of Australia’s first Chinese settler in Australia today.  There’s an idea amongst European Australians that if you can trace your lineage back to the early years of the colony, you are part of “Australian Royalty”. So if your last name is Shying or Dunn, Slayford, Owen, Proctor or Murphy, you may very well be a part of Australian Royalty through Australia’s first known Chinese immigrant. https://newstories.net.au/john-shying-the-story-of-australias-first-known-chinese-settler/

This week we discuss what we took from the year, what it means to stand on your identity, and much more don't forget to follow us on our social media @fullylivingpod on Instagram and Twitter for updates and more

Let's talk about the business of wellness... Julian Hearn is the Co-Founder of Huel, a nutritionally complete, convenient food brand. A serial entrepreneur, Julian developed Huel with the objective to create something he felt proud of. Now, at just 5 years old, the brand has sold over 50 million meals across 80 countries and is turning over £60 million a year with plans to grow by 50% in 2020.  With two orders placed before the business even launched, it was the power of word of mouth and prominence in the press that supported the early growth of the business. Shying away from retailers, Huel went direct to consumer, allowing the brand to build direct relationships, and gain instant feedback.  In this episode, Julian talks about building your tribe, Huel's sustainable approach to nutrition, their new office based NPD kitchen and lab, what it takes to expand into the US market, and the importance of raising money when you don't need it. We also chat about Huel's recruitment process and the importance of cultural fit. Want to be a Hueligan (someone who works for Huel)? Then ‘Don't be a dick' - as promoted in large letters at Huel HQ. Thank you to our sponsors: The go-to legal firm supporting the wellness industry Bird & Bird. Software booking experts, MINDBODY. Creative agency for all your wellness business needs, Skipper & Skipper. To find out how Welltodo can help you grow your business and support your career objectives, head to welltodoglobal.com today.

Today's episode of Locked On Broncos features our Twitter Tuesday segment where we hear from #BroncosCountry on Twitter and we head to Periscope Live to involve the listeners of the show.We start of the show with our Locked On Broncos lead story of the day, where we look to Broncos HC Vic Fangio after the  loss to the Bears on Sunday. Has the team been committing death by inches? Will he look to dispute the roughing the passer call against Bradley Chubb? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode of Locked On Broncos features our Twitter Tuesday segment where we hear from #BroncosCountry on Twitter and we head to Periscope Live to involve the listeners of the show. We start of the show with our Locked On Broncos lead story of the day, where we look to Broncos HC Vic Fangio after the  loss to the Bears on Sunday. Has the team been committing death by inches? Will he look to dispute the roughing the passer call against Bradley Chubb? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tricia Bruce, Ph.D. is an accomplished sociologist of religion and award-winning author. Her work intersects the sociological and cultural implications of religion, social change, organizations, social movements, immigration, and race. Dr. Bruce is a regular television and radio commentator on a wide variety of contemporary sociological topics including religion, Catholicism, social trends, family, gender, and more.How Do You Write Podcast: Explore the processes of working writers with bestselling author Rachael Herron. Want tips on how to write the book you long to finish? Here you'll gain insight from other writers on how to get in the chair, tricks to stay in it, and inspiration to get your own words flowing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tied outside the entrance of a café, the young Border Collie-mix paced and panted. An approaching couple, assuming that a dog tethered outside of a café would be friendly, moved toward him to say hello. But before they could get within five feet, he erupted into a frenzy of barks and shrieks and then urinated. The dog’s person rushed out, coffee in hand. “Sorry—he’s a bit shy,” she said, the dog cowering into her. Untying the dog, she quickly led him away down the street. For a “normal” dog, this would have been a welcome encounter. But for a chronically shy dog, something as simple as a casual hello from a stranger can be a terrifying experience. It goes without saying that this timid dog should never have been left out there alone, waiting to fail. This example is an extreme case of shyness (extreme shyness can look like aggression), but there’s a whole spectrum of timidity. Read on to determine if your dog is shy and how you can use confidence boosting exercises to help her feel at ease.   Is Your Dog Shy? Signs of Shyness Typically, a dog’s behaviour and body posture will alert you to his timidity. A shy dog might exhibit any or all of the following: Ears flattened back to the head Cowering posture Shying away from interactions with other dogs and/or people Tail tucked between the legs Panting or shaking Dilated, glassy eyes Skulking, pacing, hiding, or escaping Whining or barking Raised hackles Fear of eye contact Sneering, nipping or biting Submissive urination Some shy dogs exhibit shy behaviour only toward people, while others show it only toward dogs.  Many, though, will display the behavior toward both, or even in stressful situations that don’t involve a person or dog. Thunder, fireworks, traffic, or any unpredictable circumstance can trigger a shy dog into a panic. Why Shy? Causes of chronic timidity in dogs are numerous, and include one or more of the following: Hereditary predisposition Improper socialization during the first eight weeks of life Traumatic occurrence during the first “fear imprint” stage, from 8–11 weeks Chronic abuse Injury or attack Medical issues, including hearing loss, thyroid imbalance, epilepsy, or chronic pain Rescue dogs in particular can suffer from shyness, due not only to trauma associated with being in a noisy shelter with many unknown dogs, but from the abrupt (and often serial) termination of comforting relationships with an adoptive family. When a dog is abruptly denied the comfort of a reliable, loving situation, and deprived of any dependable routine, he can develop anti-social tendencies. Don’t! There are certain situations and actions you should attempt to avoid with your timid, fearful dog. They include: Tethering her outside an establishment such as a café, store or library while you go inside. People coming and going will try to pet her; this will reinforce her fears, and perhaps cause a biting incident. Forcing your dog into a fearful situation, thinking it’s a “sink-or-swim” solution. It will only make things worse!  Telling friends and strangers to make eye contact with her and to reach out to greet her.  Instead, let your dog initiate the greeting. Having large, boisterous groups in the home. Putting her into a room or a crate will make matters worse, because she can still hear the noise, but not go anywhere to avoid it. Only use the crate or room if it is located far enough away for her to not hear the stimulus. The hectic activity of children should particularly be avoided.  Overbearing training styles. Forcing a shy, hiding dog out from under tables, sofas or chairs when scared. Instead, let her come out of her own accord. If you must get her out, keep a leash on her in the home and use it to coax her out. Then have her sit for a treat. Taking her into chaotic urban environs or areas with unpredictable activity, such as a skateboard park or a fireworks display. Instead, always think ahead, and choose venues you know won’t panic her. How to Help a Bashful Dog Enjoy the Finer Things in Life: Easing a Shy Dog’s Worries Via Confidence Building Exercises Though you may not be able to turn a shy dog into a socialite, there are techniques you can use to ease the stress and raise a timid pooch’s confidence. These include: Obedience training A shy dog that knows exactly what you are asking of her will be less likely to panic. It’s essential to teach your timid dog the basic commands, especially “Sit,” “Stay,” and “Come.” Never use an overbearing, intimidating style, and avoid yelling or undo emotion. Stay calm and supportive, but avoid coddling and over-the-top, exaggerated praise. Treats and toys are helpful tools to keep her mood upbeat during training. Begin teaching all new behaviours in a quiet indoor spot with no distractions. Then, over time, gradually introduce distractions, such as a friend reading a newspaper, a football game on the television, or kids playing outside a window. Eventually take the obedience outside. If your shy dog is liable to run off when scared, keep a leash on her. Doggie Mentors Professional trainers often enlist the help of a confident, laid back canine helper. When a timid dog sees the confident helper dog playing, sitting for treats, and enjoying herself, he will often relax and join in on the fun. If your shy dog has a doggie friend she knows and trusts, by all means, use that “mentor dog” to help in the training and socialization process. If your timid dog doesn’t like other canines, try including a person she trusts.  Subtle Socialization Nervous dogs often don’t respond well to the standard socialization techniques that other dogs do. Busy parks, streets or active homes can send them into a panic and make the problem worse.  Instead, be subtle. Have a friend sit quietly in the same room as the dog and randomly drop treats onto the floor. No eye contact or communication; just treats. Over time, this will get your shy dog to associate that person with something good. Once he trusts that person enough to regularly take the treats, continue with the person standing. Then move the venue to another room, or into the yard. Slowly, you’ll relax the dog enough so that the friend can go with you on walks and even take the leash. Repeat this with other friends until your dog has a small cadre of trusty human pals.  Game time! Worried dogs have a hard time enjoying life. To break the worry cycle, teach your dog to play games such as “Fetch” or “Hide-and-Seek.” She will relax and simply be a dog for a while. If she has a dog friend, include him or her in the fun. Schedule at least three play sessions each day. If you can, change up the venue, so that eventually she will feel comfortable playing within sight of strangers or unpredictable activity.  Timid dogs have a “worry radius” that is fairly predictable; as long as something or someone stays outside this distance, the dog is usually fine. If you can, try to reduce this distance ever so slowly, over time, while playing games. After several months, you should be able to play games within plain sight of activity. (Keep a leash on her if the area is unfenced.) Trick and Treat Teaching tricks to your shy dog will help her focus and stay out of “worry” mode. And, they teach her positive cause and effect—if she performs the trick, she gets a treat. It may sound simplistic, but, for a nervous dog, just learning that they can initiate a reliable, predictable interaction can be a great comfort.  Any tricks will work. “Shake,” “Spin,” “Roll over”—whatever you think your dog can master is good. Exercise A tired dog is less apt to worry than one that has pent up energy. To that end, try to get your dog as much exercise as possible on a daily basis. Go for walks in areas where he’s not apt to panic.  Jog or bike with him. Play fetch or Frisbee—whatever gets him tired will calm him and keep his mind off of worries. (Ever been so ridiculously overtired on a long-haul flight that you didn’t fret the turbulence as you normally would? Same principle. It’s remarkably effective.) Directed Walks If your shy dog fears other dogs, the normal canine greeting procedure—a nose-to-nose, nose-to tail, play-posturing ritual—should be replaced with a technique called the “directed walk.”  Instead of letting the leashed dogs greet, simply walk them briskly, with as much space between each dog as needed to prevent your own shy dog from panicking. Walk them quickly, right at your dog’s “worry radius,” and don’t allow contact. It should be a no-nonsense, directed walk, as if you are all on a mission. Keeping them moving! After a few minutes, have each sit about ten to fifteen feet apart, and reward. Then move on, and repeat. Over time (days if need be), reduce the “worry radius” incrementally, but don’t feel obliged to have the dogs greet each other unless it’s completely obvious from their body postures that they want to. The idea is to get your timid dog to think there is something important going on that takes precedent over her fears. This “teaming” drill is a vital tool in conditioning her to like other dogs.  Desensitizing By pairing a marvelous experience with a worrisome one, you can slowly desensitize your timid dog to stimuli that cause her worry. For instance, if she fears the sound of a vacuum, try this: record the sound of the vacuum on your cell phone. Then, with the volume set down to barely audible, have her sit then give her a treat while simultaneously playing the audio. If necessary, have a partner operate the audio from a distance while you work with your dog. Over a few days, increase the volume while treating. Also, try playing her favourite games while the audio plays. The trick is to increase the volume slowly, over time, and to never reward the dog when she reacts poorly to the sound. These “counter-conditioning” drills should over time get her to actually look forward to the sounds, because they signal a payday. Scent Work Teaching your timid dog to find scent-rich items hidden around the home is a great way to get her mind off of her troubles and build her confidence. Start off by hiding a treat in plain sight then telling her to “Find-it!” Lead her to it if need be then praise and say “Good Find-it!” As she improves, make them harder to find. Use different treats and other scent-rich items, such as another dog’s hair, a feather, or even a slip of paper with some lavender oil on it. Success will boost her confidence! Routine and Trigger Reduction Most importantly, reduce the possibility of failure by setting your dog up for success. Maintain a predictable routine for your shy dog and keep the home as free from triggers as possible.  Desensitize very, very slowly, as you gradually expand her pack to include select trusted humans and dogs. Once you realize that you are managing a personality disorder more than curing a bad behavior, you and your shy dog will make great strides towards minimizing her fears so she can enjoy life.   Teaching a shy dog to be less timid By Steve Duno | Illustration by Kara Pyle  

Contact “Levels” of alien contact. Converting anal probes and sex bases to contact “levels.” First kind: visual contact Second kind: evidence of contact Third kind: in-person contact The Devil’s Tower How to pronounce butte. Convention vs personal preference. The awesome nature of structures like The Devil’s Tower, jutting up all inaccessible as they are. Translation errors for fun and profit. Thinking back to Schiaparelli’s canals. Geological origins: igneous intrusions and volcanic butte plugs. “Sunburn” Ultraviolet effects on body tissues. What is a sunburn? Arc welding and ultraviolet exposure: “arc eye.” Debunking things Shying away from debunking. Appreciating folks who cross boundaries and make deeply interesting informative generally-useful critical thinking-training material, like Captain Disillusion. Credulity and our personal predispositions. SETI Appreciating a scientific, rigorous approach to finding intelligent life in the cosmos. Communicating with aliens Randomness in space signals. Encoded information, decipherable to latitude and longitude. Past sightings of alien information encoding on Decipher SciFi: Arrival (part 1, part 2), Contact. Math! alien tonal communication. Music! The Tones! Music as math. Considering the tiny slice of reality in which we operate. Considering the universality in physics of the mathematical relationships between vibrations. Caelum Rale’s mathematical musical perspective. Making sense of the noise of the universe and demonstrating intelligence across vast distances. Captain Disillusion: YouTube Escherian Stairwell Deconstruction by Captain Disillusion: YouTube Support the show!

On this week’s episode of This Week’s Episode, Karen, Kris and Evan rededicate their lives to putting Wilson Fisk in jail after discussing the season finale of the tragically cancelled DareDevil season 3. Plus, Marvel’s Scarlet Witch gets her Vision, Stephen colbert sues Donald Trump, Console Wars is coming to the small screen, and more! This week’s episode Daredevil - A New Napkin (S03E13) Next week’s episode Married With Children - You Better Watch Out(S02E13) Show Notes See the first-look image and read the synopsis for Doctor Who New Year’s Day special ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Creator Stephen Hillenburg Dead At 57 Listen to Voltron's Emperor Zarkon Sing the Best Hamilton Song Netflix Adapting Roald Dahl Classics Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and More 'Cowboy Bebop' Live-Action Series Coming to Netflix Doctor Who Season 18 Announcement Trailer Donald Sutherland To Star In HBO Limited Series ‘The Undoing’ Jameela Jamil Is Not Done Calling Out Celebrities Who Shill Dangerous Weight-Loss Drinks ‘Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina’: Mckenna Grace To Guest Star, Alexis Denisof & Jedidiah Goodacre Set For Recurring Roles Legendary TV Developing Blake J. Harris’ ‘Console Wars’ Novel As Limited Drama Series ‘Marvel’s Runaways’ Season 2 Trailer: A Dinosaur In A Shopping Cart, New Character & More Stephen Colbert Is Suing Donald Trump for Stealing a Colbert Report Joke 'Daredevil' Cancelled by Netflix, No Season 4 Coming Sabrina Season 2 trailer and return date Disney+ ‘Star Wars’ Series Starring Diego Luna Taps Stephen Schiff As Showrunner The Vision Is Coming to Disney's Scarlet Witch Streaming Series Black Mirror Season 5 Premiere Date Reportedly Set Before New Year's Eve The Rocko’s Modern Life writers were goddamned lunatics Game of Thrones' Kit Harington Nixes Spinoff Involvement: 'Not On Your Life' ‘Jane The Virgin’ Spinoff In The Works At CW From Gina Rodriguez, Jennie Snyder Urman & Ben Silverman Social Stuff TWEP Facebook page Geekade Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Tumblr Twitch Website Contact Us Support This Week's Episode by donating to the tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/this-weeks-episode

How do you start a sales conversation with a prospective customer or client? Elegantly & with sophistication or do you shy away from it or bumble your way through? I know from first hand experience that ‘selling’ isn’t one of the most enjoyable activities for many small business owners & entrepreneurs … in fact I used to really hate it. But we really need to be having more of these conversations on a daily basis, as without them …. you’ll be without a business. I wanted to bring someone extra special onto the podcast, to chat all about how you can get out your way when it comes to selling. The obvious choice was the one & only .... Matthew Kimberly! You can eavesdrop into the conversation we had & I promise that you’ll come away with some real magical & tangible actions, plus have lots of chuckle moments along the way too. Here’s a sneaky peek at some of what we talk about: The impact of seeing Matthew sell a single apple for £100 from the stage!Who gets to set the rules - you or the prospective client?Why you can sell without selling out!What you need to do to get better & more comfortable at selling.Why you can learn from Donald Trump & Justin Bieber!What’s more important to you … approval or results? So I think I’ve sold you enough on the fact that you NEED to listen to this episode right now, so go ahead & press PLAY now! Here’s the links & resources for this episode:* Connect with Matthew & download the '5 Things You Need To Do Every Morning To Make More Sales In The Next 60 Days' guide from here.* Matthew talks about being a 'Star' profile & I share how I'm a 'Trader' profile, in terms of our Entrepreneurial Superpower. Find out what type of entrepreneur you are & how that can make a difference in the way you sell by taking the Wealth Dynamics test.* Take the FREE Business Growth Blocks Quiz here: www.rapidtransformation.co.uk/quiz* Book in for an 'Unstuck Coaching Session' with me.* Join the FREE Facebook Group to access other resources & connect with like-minded business owners here: www.rapidtransformation.co.uk/facebook. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Writing NSW launched it’s rebrand, new website, and upcoming course program with a night of readings and literary festivities at Lazy Bones on Thursday 7 June 2018. Kerri Shying read from her book 'sing out when you want me' published by Flying Island Books/Cerberus Press. ____ Kerri Shying belongs to the Wiradjuri people and is of Chinese / Australian ancestry. A life of slow work with hidden people has given her respect for the small stories the hard places. She has published in the Roland Robinson Awards, and appears in the Women of Words series with Papatuanuku Press, Hunter Writers Centre, Grieve and Inclusion series and a variety of other journals, including Cordite, Billy Blue, Satellite, Users News, and Verity La. Recorded by Zacha Rosen. Image credit: Jeanne Kinninmont

This week, we feature our friend, and local funny man, Big Tim Murphy. Shying away from the usual banter about bitches, the guys get into talking of drinking, cruises, podcasts, food, dogs, and video games. Introduction - Spooky Cai Special Guest - Big Tim Murphy

Shying away from selling your music, merch, tickets, and more? You don't have to feel guilty about making money OR sit scratching your head on how to do it. You just have to be YOU!"You'll never see an advertisement for a new TV show or film that doesn't include, "From the producers who brought you..." or, "From the star of..." That's because marketing is about people." Key HighlightsOne of the biggest frustrations facing musiciansWhat marketing is and is notWhy you are the brandBeyonce & Metallica & being on-brandHow to begin to build your brand Understand how to market yourself and sell your products/services without feeling like a sleaze-bucket! Links/RocksourcesTheme music brought to you by DC-based Indie/Pop band Sub-RadioMore podcast episodes can be found hereYou can download a copy of the episode's transcript here Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, help get this podcast in front of others by subscribing, rating, and leaving a review using your favorite podcast app ;)Spotify | iTunes | Stitcher | RSS Feed See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Annie Duke is on the podcast for the second time. She is a poker player, author, decision making expert, and cognitive scientist. Her understanding of how luck, skill and uncertainty all play a role in life is fascinating. Donald Trump has made some unusual cabinet choices, especially for getting elected by such a small margin. Annie breaks down her perspective on why Trump chose the way he did. One of the hardest people to play against is someone playing aggressively across the board, such as Trump. She relates Trump’s aggressive political playing to poker, giving insights as to how Trump opposition might be playing their cards to beat him. Annie moves on to decipher luck and skill in decision making and outcomes. Black and white thinking can be harmful. Decisions that don’t go your way are not always the wrong choice. You may have taken the right direction, the cards just didn’t fall in your favor. You need to be able to move on and know that another chance is around the corner. Fixating on decisions that were wrong can easily start to snowball and make things personal. The key is to learn to move on from one hand dealt to another quickly because life won’t pause for anyone. Take the time to reflect later, but don’t get caught up in the moment and dwell on what mistakes you may, or may not have made. The world of poker is a male driven sport. Focusing her purpose on winning the game rather than getting people at the table to like her enabled her to get over discrimination and actually use it to her advantage. Not caring about the approval of peers instantly gives the person being discriminated against the upper hand. Once you view something as a challenge rather than adversity you become a stronger person and begin creating a positive narrative for that situation and your life. Shying away from adversity is a way of giving up on yourself and falling victim. Facing adversity as a challenge provides self power and confidence. In this episode of Trend Following Radio: Quality of outcome vs Quality of your decision Game theory and math Applying poker decision making to life decision making Cognitive science

Let Your Talent Shine Have a No Excuses Attitude   If you truly want to have an awesome year, then it is time to let your talent shine. You must adopt a no excuses attitude. On Designing Your Life Today, Pat Council shares a light-hearted personal story about a recent event that revealed to her the importance of letting your talent shine. Shying away from your gifts and talents will never help you to reach for your very best.  It is often our ego that causes us to hide our greatest talents. On today's “Magnificent Monday” show you will be inspired to open up and let your light shine. When you have a no excuses attitude about using your God-given gifts and talents, you will discover that success can always be yours. When you let your talent shine, you feel good about yourself.  You will also inspire others to let their talent shine. There's nothing better than opening your heart and sharing a part of your authenticity with others. Showing your authenticity will help you make a stronger connection to others. That opens the door to opportunities.  Also, when you let your talent shine, you feel more courageous about trying new things. When we can all learn to show our authenticity, the world will be a much better place. People will not shy away from going for their highest and best. They will be inspired to take the time to design their perfect life, because letting our talents shine causes us all to see beyond limitations. If you want to put a smile on your face and a smile on the face of others, share your heart by letting your talent shine. It is time to stop making excuses when it comes to revealing your very best self. When we make the commitment to get rid of excuses, we will discover what it means to excel. When you let your talent shine, the idea of winning becomes a reality. Enjoy today's Designing Your Life Today and act on the challenge that Pat Council issues on this podcast. This is your year to “be bodacious”. Get the inspiration you need to go bold. Website Info: Savings and Sources  Website Info: Wealth-Building Book: Start Winning: How to Achieve Life the Top 8 Percent Book: The Brand Called You Free: Success Webinars Free: Power Achievement Team (Level Achievement Group)  Review our show on iTunes or Stitcher. This will boost our readings and help others to find our show and get the free goal achievement strategies that they need to do life with power. Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. Also feel free to download any of our shows and share them with a friend, family member, or coworker. Click here. Register to receive our free newsletter, “Power Up Today“and get exclusive goal achieving strategies.

Shying away from my regular top 40 remixes and faster beats, this time I created this set for your soul and ears' enjoyment where selected nudisco/soulful tunes are put together to make you feel good. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!