Podcasts about small moments

How do you calm and quiet your soul?In this deeply practical conversation on Psalm 131, John Ortberg and Steve Cuss explore anxiety, emotional awareness, prayer, soothing, and learning to rest in the presence of God.Psalm 131 offers one of the gentlest images in all of Scripture: “I have calmed and quieted myself, like a weaned child with its mother.”This episode explores:- Anxiety and emotional awareness- “Trying to worry your way to peace”- How to notice what's happening internally- Connected vs. disconnected prayer- Relaxing into God's presence- Psalm 131 and soothing the soulThis conversation is honest, calming, psychologically insightful, and deeply encouraging.Scriptures:- Psalm 131#Psalm131 #JohnOrtberg #SteveCuss #Prayer #Anxiety #SpiritualFormation #ChristianFaith #Peace #BibleStudy #Psalms

Friendship is one of life's greatest gifts—but it also has the power to deeply hurt. In this episode, Jamie and Heather explore the simple yet impactful ways we can practice invitation, inclusion, and intentional kindness in our everyday lives.   They also dive into the influence of social media, the way we model relationships for our kids, and the quiet but powerful role we play in helping others feel seen and valued.   Show notes: In this episode, they reference the book Made for People by Justin Whitmel Earley   Looking for community? Join us at one of our upcoming Daughters events: https://churchonthemove.com/daughters   Timestamps 0:00 Awkward Moments That Prove This Matters 2:40 Why Friendship Can Hurt So Much 5:00 Inner Circles vs. Being Inclusive 6:20 How We Exclude People Without Realizing It 8:15 Teaching Our Kids to See Others 13:40 The Pain of Being Left Out 16:45 Everyone Just Wants to Feel Seen 22:00 Why Invitation Reflects God's Heart 27:30 When You Don't Want to Include People 35:00 Social Media Is Making This Worse 44:30 Simple Ways to Be More Inclusive 55:00 This Week's Challenge: Include Someone

Bring "Anchored" to Life!The response to the GoFundMe campaign to bring the Anchored app to the App Store and Play Store this year has been absolutely overwhelming. Your generosity and belief in this project are moving beyond words.Premium Lifetime Access: If you have donated and want free lifetime access to the Premium version of Anchored, please email your receipt to hello@calminganxiety.org so your access can be secured.Support the Campaign: If you haven't had a chance to contribute yet, the GoFundMe is still open. Every single contribution helps bring the science of stillness directly to your phone.https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-celebrate-martin-and-get-him-a-macbook?attribution_id=sl:39d2348d-1215-4bca-84ff-e83678cb4244&lang=en_GB&ts=1778328530Join the Early Access List: To get on the early access list and stay updated on the app's progress, head over to calminganxiety.org/anchored.⏱️ Time Chapters00:00 – Welcome & Heartfelt GoFundMe Thank You 00:46 – Introduction to Glimmers & Settling the Nervous System 01:33 – Square Breathing Practice ($4-4-4-4$ Technique) 02:50 – Guided Visualisation: The Glimmer Glasses 04:50 – Subconscious Affirmations 06:42 – Deepening Relaxation & Releasing Outside Noise 07:59 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for a Happier Life 09:34 – Grounding, Outro, and Early Access Call to Action

Healthy couples constantly make and accept bids to connect.

Beyond the NICU: How Small Moments Shape a Developing BrainHow early experiences and neuroprotective care shape brain development and long-term outcomesWhat happens in the NICU does not end at discharge. In this episode, we take a deeper look at the lasting impact of NICU care and how early experiences shape a child's brain development and long-term outcomes. While many are familiar with the major complications of prematurity, we explore the often less visible—and frequently underestimated—effects sometimes referred to as “minor" or co- morbidities, and why there is nothing minor about their impact.We discuss how the premature brain is still developing, how stress and the NICU environment influence that development, and what happens when the stress response system develops under stress. More importantly, we walk through tangible, practical ways—core measures drawn from established models and frameworks—that support neuroprotective, family-centered, and developmentally supportive care in the NICU.This episode is for both NICU parents and clinicians. If you are a current NICU parent, you'll learn ways you can actively support your baby and feel more confident in your role. If your child is a NICU graduate, this episode may help explain some of the experiences and challenges you've seen—and remind you that you are not alone. And for clinicians, this is a powerful reminder of the impact you have every single day, and how small, intentional choices can shape the trajectory of a child's life.Because NICU care is not just about survival. It's about how we help these children grow, develop, and thrive long after they go home.Dr. Brown's Medical: https://www.drbrownsmedical.com  The Infant-Driven Feeding™ (IDF) Program: https://www.infantdrivenfeeding.com/ Our NICU Roadmap: A Comprehensive NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/  NICU Mama Hats: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/hats/  NICU Milestone Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicuproducts/  Newborn Holiday Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shop/  Empowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shownotes/  Episode 80 Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode80  Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/  Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparents  Pinterest Page: https://pin.it/36MJjmHThank you for listening to the Empowering NICU Parents Podcast. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review—it helps other families find us. We're grateful to be part of this incredible community. Visit www.empoweringnicuparents.com for resources and support.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2984: Rose Lounsbury explores how most of life is spent not in achievements, but in the quiet, overlooked moments between them, and why learning to notice these spaces can transform how we experience everything. By shifting focus away from constant striving and toward simple awareness, she reveals a gentler, more fulfilling way to live that doesn't depend on fleeting accomplishments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://roselounsbury.com/the-in-between-learning-to-live-in-the-big-little-moments/ Quotes to ponder: “We live our lives in the in-between.” “And if we spend it hustling, grinding, grinning and bearing it… we're wasting our lives.” “To not put pressure on ourselves to enjoy each moment, but at least, try to be aware of them.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With host retail coach Wendy Batten   https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/   Episode Overview In this episode, we're continuing our series on building an exceptional reputation in our retail businesses by looking at hospitality through a leadership lens. I'm joined by Stephanie Miller Vincent, founder of SMillerVision and former guest on the podcast. We dig into what hospitality really means beyond being friendly or providing good service. We talk about why it starts inside your business and how your team experience directly impacts your customer experience. We also explore how consistency, culture, and attention to small details shape how your shop is felt by customers. This isn't about scripts or surface-level service. It's about the standards you set, the care you show your team, and the everyday moments that quietly build your reputation. If you've ever thought hospitality is just one more thing to add to your plate, this conversation will help you see it differently and understand where to focus instead. Our Key Topics Why reputation is built from the inside, starting with leadership and clarity The difference between good customer service and true hospitality How team culture and care influence customer experience Why small, consistent actions matter more than big gestures The role of leadership in modeling and reinforcing hospitality Common misconceptions about hospitality in retail settings The impact of trust, communication, and involving your team How micro moments shape brand perception and customer loyalty Key Takeaways for Shop Owners You can be friendly and provide service and still not be hospitable. Completing tasks and being polite isn't the same as creating a meaningful experience. Hospitality is about how you make people feel, not just what you do for them. We can't expect anything from the people we lead that we don't model ourselves. Your team is watching how you show up every day. If you want a certain level of care and attention, it has to start with you demonstrating it first. Hospitality is creating a feeling or emotion, not just completing tasks. Customers remember how they felt in your space more than what they bought. That emotional connection is what builds loyalty and trust over time. The little things are what build or erode your reputation over time. Small, everyday details often go unnoticed until they become a problem. Paying attention to them consistently is what strengthens your brand. If the small things don't matter, the big things don't matter either. Ignoring minor issues signals to your team that details aren't important. Over time, that mindset affects everything from culture to customer experience. Take a moment to notice the small things in your shop this week and consider what they might be saying about your leadership and your brand. Resources Mentioned and Related Episodes: Episode 293: The Difference Between 'Nice' and 'Kind' in Leadership   Episode 252: Creating a Culture of Hospitality in Your Retail Business with Guest Expert Stephanie Miller Vincent Episode 208: Stacking Your Team with Guest Expert Shelli Warren   Sales Accelerator Program - This on-demand program is ready for you RIGHT NOW. (The price is going up mid-April!) You'll learn how to get more visibility in your community, attract more of the right people into your store, increase your per-customer sales, and see more repeat customers who come back again and again. Grab it today and get started right away!   Let's hang out in a private coaching session!   Join my Love List! - This is my email list. Get on it so you are the first to know when the next live masterclass is taking place!    Follow along and chat with me on Instagram!   About Stephanie Miller Vincent and SMillerVision For more than 30 years I've worked in hospitality in both Canada and the USA. I've had the pleasure of leading teams at White Point Beach Resort, Snake River Grill South, Pinnacle Entertainment's L'Auberge Lake Charles Casino Resort, and The Quarterdeck Resort. My mission is to return hospitality to its roots of caring about people, starting with the employees. Follow along with Stephanie and SMillerVision:  Facebook | LinkedIn | Website   About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven't met…I'm Wendy Batten. I've been a small business owner, coach, and mentor for over 25 years. I help thoughtful, established entrepreneurs step into their role as CEO and build businesses that are profitable, meaningful, and supportive of the lives they want to live. My work blends real-world strategy with a life-first philosophy, shaped by lived experience, not theory. I've been there! Through honest conversations and practical insight, I invite you into bigger thinking about leadership, possibility, and how to build both business and life on purpose. For more support from Wendy Hang out and connect with Wendy on IG All of Wendy's current programs and services for shop owners can be found HERE.  Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Creative Shop Talk Podcast and get the tools, inspiration, and strategies you need to thrive as an independent retailer.Click here to subscribe to iTunes!  Loved the episode? Leave a quick review on iTunes- your reviews help other retailers find my podcast, and they're also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. So grateful for you! Thank you!

David Kitt released The Big Romance (KIttser's Version) on April 8 via All City's Alchival label. The original record, which has featured in a number of ‘greatest Irish albums' lists, marks its 25th anniversary this year, having been released on June 18, 2001. Following his home-recorded debut Small Moments, 2001's The Big Romance marked Kittser's first experience working in a professional studio. “The bulk of the original album was recorded at Pulse Studios off Camden St. with producer Ken McHugh - owner of many of the synths and samplers and drum machines I dreamt of owning back then. It was such an exciting time to have access to this dream palette of sounds and Ken's skill and talent as a producer/programmer. I was bringing in records from underground electronica and hip hop as references for the sound I was going for and the results were a fusion of more traditional acoustic and electric instruments with electronic sounds and hip-hop flavours that was pretty fresh for the time. It felt like a distillation of all the things I was a fan of. It's a sound I feel I've been honing and crafting ever since.” The record - featuring the singles 'Song From Hope St. (Brooklyn, NY)' and 'You Know What I Wanna Know' - sold 60,000 copies in Ireland alone and marked a major shift in Kitt's life as a musician and performer. Originally released on Warner Music, Kitt says: “The contract I signed back then means they own the rights to the album 'for the universe forever', apparently. Great! I approached them about a vinyl reissue for the 10th and 20th anniversaries and got nowhere. So, for the 25th anniversary, I decided to take matters into my own hands and make a version of the album that I own myself and I'm free to press on vinyl.” The new release features all ten tracks of the original album along with three new tracks and b-side and fan favourite 'Saturdays' - all lovingly and faithfully remade in Ballinskelligs, at Kitt's home studio, with the invaluable help of Ken McHugh and drawing on his 25 years' experience of making records with synths and samplers. “I feel I've landed on a document that has the sonic and emotional DNA of the original - and at times improves on it, a record that will be cherished by fans of the original and would get the seal of approval from my 25-year-old self.” David Kitt will perform The Big Romance in full across two special shows at the National Concert Hall this week (Friday and Saturday, April 10-11), joined by an all-star band featuring Dylan Lynch, Rachael Lavelle, Katie Kim, Ryan Hargadon, Paul G. Smyth, Eamon Brady and Gareth Averill. Buy The Big Romance (Kittser's Version): https://davidkitt.bandcamp.com/album/the-big-romance-kittsers-version

Gently turn your attention to the small, often overlooked moments that brighten your day—a warm cup of tea, a soft breeze, a quiet pause. In this meditation, you'll learn to slow down, notice, and appreciate these simple experiences with openness and gratitude. By cultivating awareness of life's subtle joys, you can nurture a deeper sense of contentment and presence, no matter what your day brings.  Join me for Live Meditations, Courses, and more on the free Insight Timer app.Join the Waitlist for the Online 12 Week Meditation Teacher Training.Fill out the interest form here so we can hop on a phone call and have a heart to heart to see if this training is for you!

On this episode I'm joined by David Kitt to talk about The Big Romance. Our chat takes in: the writing and recording of 2000's Small Moments, his debut record on Rough Trade Records; the recording of The Big Romance, its release and huge success; touring Europe; further albums including 2006's Not Fade Away; touring with and eventually joining Tindersticks; re-recording The Big Romance in advance of its 25th anniversary and a whole lot more. Episode notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paulmcdermott.ie/episode-58.

Why are wellness retreats so life-changing? If you've ever felt the pull to step away from your daily routine and truly reset… this episode is your sign. In this episode, I'm sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my recent Restore and Align Retreat in Torquay, a beautiful weekend filled with Pilates, yoga, breathwork, connection, and deep rest. But beyond the movement and the setting, what really made this retreat so powerful was something much deeper… ✨ The conversations ✨ The connection ✨ The shared experiences ✨ And the reminder that you're not alone We talk about why stepping away from your everyday life can create real transformation, how retreats support your nervous system, and why so many women walk away feeling lighter, clearer, and more like themselves again. Timestamps: (00:28) Welcome to Mind Movement Health Podcast (01:42) The Power of Retreats (07:02) Small Moments of Inspiration (08:07) The Gift of Slowing Down (10:24) Upcoming Retreat in Vietnam (11:51) The Importance of Connection  

#271: Learn why over-optimizing your life can quietly destroy the things you actually care about. Chris and Sahil explore the doorman fallacy, why big life decisions should happen fast, how to use AI as a thinking partner, and why systems beat motivation every time. Sahil Bloom is a writer, entrepreneur, and investor. He wrote The 5 Types of Wealth, publishes the newsletter The Curiosity Chronicle to nearly a million readers, and is the Founder of the men's skincare line Wild Roman. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/sahil-bloom-stop-over-optimizing-life Partner Deals Quince: Affordable luxury essentials with free shipping + 365 day returns Mercury: ⁠Manage, move, and grow your money LMNT: ⁠Free sample pack of my favorite electrolyte drink mix Fabric: ⁠Affordable term life insurance for you and your family MasterClass: ⁠Learn from the world's best with 15% off For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: ⁠chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Sahil: Website | Newsletter | X Wild Roman: 10% off with code CHUTCHINS10 Books & Articles The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom A Reflection On The Little Things The Doorman Fallacy The Real AI Risk Nobody Told You About The 2028 Global Intelligence Crisis Rule for Life: Don't Complain AI Tools Deep Personality Lemon Wispr Flow Phone Lock Box: Mindsight Timed Lock Box Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:58) Why Sahil Moved His Entire Family from New York to Boston (03:09) Why Big Life Changes Should Happen Fast (04:47) The Real ROI of Small Moments (06:27) The Doorman Fallacy: What You Lose When You Optimize the Surface (10:32) Designing Your Life vs Letting It Happen (15:15) The Tradeoffs of Living Near Opportunity (22:17) Why Now Is the Best Time in History to Be Curious (30:05) How Sahil Actually Uses AI Day-to-Day (36:23) Solomon's Paradox: Why We Can't Take Our Own Advice (38:45) Using Voice Agents to Think Better (40:03) Balancing Work, Family, and Time (45:47) Why Motivation Is Overrated and Choice Architecture Wins (49:11) Making Workouts Non-Negotiable Without Sacrificing Work (52:54) How Often to Audit Your Routines (Before They Start Owning You) (53:42) Why Sahil Invested $1M of His Own Money in a Skincare Company Connect with Chris ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ | ⁠Membership⁠⁠ | ⁠X⁠⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ Editor's Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joy doesn't have to be big or rare to matter. In this episode, Tina explores how small, everyday moments of joy can help restore energy, shift your mood, and support your overall wellness. Through simple reflections and gentle invitations, this episode encourages you to notice what brings you joy and intentionally make space for more of it in your daily life. For episode resources, see https://www.tinaboogren.com/. Music: Happy Clappy Ukulele by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com. 

Pamela Cook introduces a Writes for Women Rewind episode featuring award-winning Victorian author Favel Parrett discussing her novel There Was Still Love, inspired by family memories and set across Czechoslovakia and Australia from 1938–1981. Parrett explains her “simple on the page, layered underneath” style built through extensive drafting (often 15 drafts per scene), using memory as non-linear snapshots, and writing in a child’s voice to preserve gaps and subtext. The conversation covers dialogue that relies on silence and mood, weaving motifs like suitcases and food, creating embodied emotion, the intensity of a reclusive routine while writing, and Parrett’s four writing tips: focus on the work first, believe it’s possible, seek feedback at the right time, and read. SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Instagram @w4wpodcast Favel Parrett https://www.favelparrett.com.au Hachette Publishing "There Was Still Love" https://www.hachette.com.au/favel-parrett/there-was-still-love Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook @pamelacookauthor Instagram @pamelacookwrites Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, we're sharing a real-time update on what God is currently teaching us in our marriages. We're definitely not experts—we're just a couple girls in the first decade of marriage learning as we go. From navigating exhaustion and learning how to love our husbands in the small ways, to honoring their voices, creating space for each other to recharge, and keeping fun alive in the middle of busy family life—this conversation is honest, funny, and full of the little lessons shaping our relationships right now. We also talk about serving together, learning deeper dependence on our spouses in new seasons, and why prayer for your husband might be one of the most powerful things you can do in marriage. If you're married, dating, or dreaming about marriage someday, we hope this episode encourages you that growth in marriage often comes through the everyday moments. And truly—God is using it all. In This Episode [02:00] The Power of Small Moments of Appreciation [04:07] Learning Each Other's Love Languages [07:56] Letting Your Spouse's Voice Matter Most [14:40] Giving Your Spouse Freedom to Recharge [21:58] Why Serving Together Strengthens Marriage [25:00] Growing in Dependence on Each Other [28:00] Keeping Fun Alive in the Middle of Life's Logistics [31:05] When to Pause Arguments Instead of Pushing Through [34:30] Learning to Pray for Your Spouse Delight Ministries Looking for a Delight Chapter near you? Check out⁠⁠⁠ Delightministries.com⁠⁠⁠ to find one. If there's not one near you, and you want to help start one, ⁠⁠⁠let us know⁠⁠⁠! We would love to talk. ⁠⁠⁠ORDER OUR NEW STUDY!⁠⁠⁠⁠ This seven-week, verse-by-verse study through the book of Acts invites you to embrace the unpredictable, sometimes challenging adventure of Spirit-led living that characterized the early church. Thanks to Our Sponsors ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Winshape⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more or submit your application today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠ If you'd like to partner with For The Girl as a sponsor, fill out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form! Follow us!

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Luke 22:47-51Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Luke 19:37-44Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Do you believe that God is at work in the small, ordinary moments of life? On this episode, we're joined by author, podcaster, and speaker Cynthia Yanof, whose life and ministry are rooted in seeing God in the daily, often messy moments of life. From practicing law to stepping into ministry, from foster care and adoption to gas-station confessions revelations, Cynthia shares how God continually meets us in everyday moments and reframes what we call success, failure, and faithfulness. Drawing from her new book How'd I Miss That?, Cynthia invites us to slow down, pay attention, and trust that God is doing far more than we realize. Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in to learn more  [0:03:45] Wanting the Status Without the Sacrifice [0:06:20] Hope in the Daily Details, Not Just Big Crises [0:08:40] Platform vs. Pump: God in the “Small” Moments [0:11:50] Parenting in a Culture Obsessed with Measurables Cynthia Yanof Resources Get Cynthia's book, How'd I Miss That? https://tinyurl.com/43ecbjx4    Learn more Cynthia Yanof: https://cynthiayanof.com/   Connect with Cynthia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiayanof/?hl=en    Hope for the Heart resources Order our newest resource, The Care and Counsel Handbook, providing biblical guidance  100 real-life issues: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/care-and-counsel-handbook Other Hope for the Heart Resources Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night   God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/   Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON 

Love is not a feeling.  It's a daily choice, a habit practiced proactively.   Summary What if intimacy isn't built in the big moments, but in the small ones you almost miss? In this episode, we explore the idea of bids for connection, the everyday ways we reach for each other through a question, a touch, a story, or even a glance across the room. We talk about what happens when those bids are noticed and met with kindness, and what slowly unfolds when they are ignored. You'll hear how responsiveness, presence, and emotional generosity shape trust, passion, and long-term happiness more than grand romantic gestures ever could. If you want a stronger, closer relationship, this conversation will help you see the simple choices that build intimacy over time. Couple Discussion Questions What are some small bids that you make that I may not always notice? What is one simple way we could turn toward each other more consistently this week? Key Takeaways Bids are everyday requests for connection. They can be verbal or nonverbal, big or small, serious or playful. Turning toward builds trust and intimacy. Consistent responsiveness creates emotional safety and closeness. Ignored bids create distance over time. Missed or rejected bids often lead to frustration, criticism, and disconnection. Vulnerability grows through small, repeated moments. Clear, honest bids and kind responses strengthen intimacy more than grand gestures.   Resources https://www.eviemagazine.com/post/the-case-for-centering-your-life-around-romantic-love https://therapygroupdc.com/therapist-dc-blog/bids-for-connection-why-small-gestures-matter-in-relationships/ https://www.gottman.com/blog/want-to-improve-your-relationship-start-paying-more-attention-to-bids/ MFP Guide to Communication  https://messyfamilyproject.org/guide/communication/

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: John 8:1-11Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

In this episode of Get Psyched, Lindsey connects her (slightly mischievous) love of embarrassment to one of the most influential relationship research programs of all time: the Love Lab led by John Gottman.Inside the famed Love Lab at the University of Washington, couples were observed to uncover what actually predicts long-term relationship success. The biggest predictor? Not grand gestures. Not passion. Not compatibility quizzes.It was how partners responded to bids for connection.Today the gals explore:

In today's FittBite, we analyze why most refunds are caused by small trust breaks rather than major defects. Using a step-by-step “Refund Trigger” framework, we cover fabric perception, sheerness testing, waistband stability, seam quality, size predictability, and post-wash performance, along with immediate actions brands can implement.Tune in to identify where your product may be losing trust.Book a 1 on 1 with our host, Shadi for personalized advice on how to create and grow your fashion business: https://www.fittdesign.com/services/consultation Design your own collection with our instantly downloadable factory ready tech pack templates: FittDesign Tech Pack Templates Follow our host on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadiadada/ https://www.instagram.com/fittdesign/ Got any other questions, email us for an instant response at: studio@fittdesign.com Subscribe to our weekly fashion design podcast (New episodes every Thursday at 4pm CST): https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-fittdesign-podcast/id1454410683 Visit our website:https://www.fittdesign.com/ Follow us on:https://www.linkedin.com/company/fittdesign/ https://www.facebook.com/fittdesign https://www.pinterest.com/fittdesign/ https://www.behance....

We continue The Return Series by rebuilding something many of us didn't realize we lost - the small moments. The everyday rituals, simple routines, and ordinary experiences  that once made life feel like life. Remember when we had real hobbies just for the fun of it? Or when we actually went out into the world and had those quick, friendly chats with the librarian or the guy at the hardware store?Somewhere along the way, we traded all that "texture" for total convenience. Now, we've got everything delivered to our doorstep and we've turned our free time into a second job. If we aren't being productive or "optimizing" our day, we feel like we're falling behind. We've traded play for "projects" and joy for "billable hours." In today's episode, we're talking about why we need to bring back the "Sacred Waste of Time." We'll look at what it looks like to be a "regular" in your town again, why it's okay to be a total amateur at something, and how to reclaim those small, messy moments that remind us we were never meant to be this efficient.

Are you waiting for the "big" moments to define your parenting? Dr. Roger Smith introduces a powerful new family mantra: Be extraordinary at the ordinary. While social media often highlights grand vacations and major milestones, research shows that a child's success and emotional intelligence are rooted in the small, mundane interactions that happen before age two. From changing diapers and wiping noses to comforting a scraped knee, these daily acts of service build a foundation of security and resilience. Discover why the "mundane" tasks like folding laundry and playing in the yard are actually the building blocks of your child's character and capacity for greatness. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com 

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Luke 17:11-19Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

This episode is part of The Things We Carry, a solo series shaped by the themes that stay with me after more than two hundred conversations on The Life Shift. Today I am talking about the small moments that end up changing everything. Not the dramatic events we can point to, but the quieter shifts. The split second where you choose something different. The small yes or no that later becomes a turning point. The thought you almost ignore until it finally lands. In this reflection, I talk about the tiny, almost invisible choices that shape who we become. The gentle nudges. The slow clarifying moments. The things that do not look important at the time but reveal themselves later as the start of a new chapter. Change is rarely loud. Healing is rarely obvious. Most of the time it happens underneath the surface, long before we can name it. If you are feeling stuck or wondering when your own shift will show up, I hope this episode helps you notice what is already happening inside you. Look for the little things. The small questions. The subtle pull toward something new. Those moments matter more than you think. They might be the beginning of your next life.

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Mark 11: 12-25Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Welcome back to the Be Encouraged! Podcast! - ENCOURAGERS!

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Luke 13:1-9Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Over the next four weeks, Jason is sharing a series of stories that shaped him and the lessons they left behind.In this Coffee with Khalipa episode, he reflects on two moments from his time in the hospital while his daughter was battling leukemia. Neither story involves grand gestures or dramatic speeches. Just simple interactions. One with a family member. One with a stranger.Both left a lasting impact.These moments are reminders that you never truly know what someone else is carrying, or how deeply your words and actions might land. A passing comment. A small kindness. A moment of patience or awareness. They can stay with someone for a lifetime.This episode is about slowing down enough to realize that how you show up matters more than you think. Not just in big moments, but in the quiet, ordinary ones too.Sometimes the smallest things are the ones that never leave us.Thanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast!

Do you ever notice how easily your mind scans for what’s unfinished, worrying, or not quite right — even when there’s nothing urgent demanding your attention?When we’ve lived under responsibility or pressure for a long time, our minds can become wired to stay on alert. Even in seasons of rest, thoughts keep looping — replaying what could go wrong next — leaving us mentally weary and unable to fully settle. In today’s episode, Bonnie reflects on a surprising realization from her sabbatical that gently interrupted this pattern. This episode explores how small, positive moments help lift mental weariness, why noticing what’s quietly good can soften overthinking, and a simple soul care practice to help your mind rest without forcing it. think, and a simple soul care practice to help you notice and receive the good God is already growing in your life. Key TakeawaysWhy overthinking isn’t a personal failure — it’s often a sign of mental fatigueHow small, positive moments help ease mental weariness over timeWhy noticing the good can gently interrupt worry loopsA simple soul care practice to help you lift overthinking by receiving one small good moment each day Breath PrayerInhale: If I have faith as small as a mustard seedExhale: Nothing will be impossible Scripture: “Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed… nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20→ Take Bonnie's Soul Care Courses:Breathe Rest with Jesus:A Loving Course to Create Wellness Rhythms of Peace with God’s Promises Register at https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool-breatherest/ Breathe Joy with Jesus:Create Happy Wellness Rhythms to Cultivate Joy with God's PromisesRegister at https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool/ Praying the Psalms for Wellness:A Life-giving 8-Week Wellness Course to Release Stress, Renew Peace & Find Rest for Your HearRegister at https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool-prayingpsalms/ Lent Wellness Study (Seasonal Offering) A 6-Week Healing Renewal For Your Heart With Jesus in His LoveRegister at https://thebonniegray.com/soulcareschool-lent/ → Take the FREE Soul Care Quiz at soulcarequiz.comGet your personal wellness assessment and learn which area of soul care you need most. → Eucalyptus Shower Steamers for instant calm at Bonnie's Soul Care Store Join the Soul Care Newsletter:https://thebonniegray.com/subscribeWatch YouTube Devotionals:https://youtube.com/thebonniegrayBestselling Books by Bonnie:https://amzn.to/3NpVYQd Follow Bonnie on Instagram & Facebook:@thebonniegray Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Luke 13:10-17Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: John 4:46-5:15Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Matthew 17:24-27Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

For more information on how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com.Why is it that one small comment can turn into a full-blown argument in some relationships, while in others, it barely causes a ripple?In this episode of The Anger Secrets Podcast, anger expert Alastair Duhs explains why relationships don't usually break down because of the big arguments. They unravel through hundreds of small moments that slowly erode trust, safety and goodwill.You'll learn a powerful concept that explains why the same words can feel harmless one day and deeply triggering the next, and how small, practical shifts can dramatically change the emotional climate of your relationship.What you'll learn in this episode:Why small moments often matter more than big argumentsThe difference between positive and negative sentiment overrideHow stress, resentment and anger quietly change how partners interpret each otherWhy neutral comments can start to feel critical or attackingThree simple shifts that help keep relationships emotionally safe and resilientThree practical shifts discussed:Let your partner influence you — resentment grows when one person feels unheardIncrease expressions of appreciation — positive interactions must be intentionalTurn towards each other — small responses build emotional safety over timeWant help applying this?If you're noticing your relationship feels tense, reactive or fragile, support is available:Watch the free training on breaking the anger cycleBook a free 30-minute Anger Assessment CallLearn more about The Complete Anger Management SystemVisit angersecrets.com to get started.Relationships aren't usually damaged in one big moment. They change direction through small choices made every day.And remember:You can't control other people, but you can control yourself.

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we continue our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Luke 8:43-48Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Guide: Jody Agard Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.

Hello and welcome to Christchurch Xscape's Sunday Service. Today we begin our new series 'Gospel Shorts: Big Truth in Small Moments.'Please feel free to get in touch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@xchurch.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reading: Mark 12:38-44Our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xchurch/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our blog for thought-provoking articles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://xchurch.medium.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our fortnightly email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://xchurch.us8.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=2ef1fcfe581f6926a1507b6e0&id=ff02df616e

Today we are glad to have Listener Matt back on the show from Long Island to share his trip to Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort! We talk about how he and his wife surprised his young kids (5 and 2) with this trip and went straight to the airport for a date with Mickey! We talk about fun times with the characters, Cool Kid Summer activities, great meals at places like Steakhouse '71, Crystal Palace, 1900 Park Fare, and more! Most importantly, we also discuss the "small moments" that really can make a trip special - including a fun night that Matt had with his daughter on the Boardwalk with a mallet and some rubber, flying frogs! We hope you can continue the conversation with us this week in the Be Our Guest Podcast Clubhouse at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse! Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Too often, we push forward without pausing to acknowledge our progress. In this episode, we explore why celebrating the small wins is essential—not just for motivation, but for building lasting success. Learn how taking time to recognize victories, no matter the size, can fuel your confidence, strengthen your mindset, and keep you moving toward your goals with joy and purpose. It's time to celebrate every step of your journey!Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

Jaclyn Michelle Smith is the author of I'm Sorry I Cremated You: Finding the Funny in Life and Loss. It is a memior that quickly and intuitively cuts to the heart of our universal experience with grief and demonstrates how laughing at the irony of our human condition can provide the space to breathe and create meaning from the absurdity of it all. In my convesation with Jaclyn Michelle Smith she shares her journey through grief, the importance of friendships, and how humor can be a powerful tool for healing. She discusses her experiences with food, community, and the role of improv in enhancing her communication skills. Jaclyn emphasizes the beauty found in pain and the significance of being present in our lives. Through her memoir, she aims to inspire others to cherish their relationships and find joy amidst life's challenges. Takeaways Friendship is essential for navigating life's challenges. Humor can be a powerful tool for healing and coping with grief. Improv teaches valuable lessons about listening and presence. Finding beauty in pain can lead to personal growth. Community support is crucial during difficult times. Cherishing memories and mementos can help in the grieving process. A positive mindset can transform our experiences. Life is a duality of joy and sorrow, and both can coexist. Being present allows us to appreciate the magic in everyday moments. We should strive to see the good in every situation and person. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jaclyn Michelle Smith 02:59 The Impact of Food and Community 05:45 The Importance of Friendships 08:49 Navigating Life's Challenges 11:36 The Role of Community in Difficult Times 14:31 Finding Humor in Grief 17:42 The Journey of Writing a Memoir 20:42 Finding Beauty in Difficult Situations 23:33 The Duality of Life's Experiences 27:18 The Impact of Hoarding on Family Dynamics 28:37 Navigating Difficult Relationships with Parents 30:54 Finding the Good in Difficult People 33:58 The Art of Listening and Communication 37:14 Embracing the Unknown through Improv 39:27 Cultivating Childlike Wonder and Positivity 43:20 Living in the Present Moment 46:22 Growth Through Grief and Loss 49:04 Cherishing Life's Small Moments 55:32 Navigating Heartbreak and Memory 58:46 The Power of Kindness and Perspective 59:38 The Impact of a Poem and Family Legacy 01:01:46 Reflections on the Interview Process and Writing Journey 01:09:35 Exploring Faith and Curiosity in Relationships  

Babs Sits down with Ashli Zornes who shares her unexpected life pivot. After climbing the corporate ladder for 15+ years, a catalyst in her thirties pushed her to step into the music industry and launch her artist management company, A2Z.Ashli talks about discarding the expectations of what she was “supposed to be doing” and choosing an industry shift that challenged convention. She opens up about feeling directionless, the difference between transactional and symbiotic relationships, the pitfalls of half-hearted networking, and the mindset behind “earning the right” to be in rooms she once felt too small for.This quirky and light-hearted conversation explores how she took the leap, the nuances of navigating jaded and tenured professionals, and the mindful shifts that helped her chase light, rediscover passion, and transfer her skillset into supporting artists as they build meaningful projects and music.If you have ever felt like the outsider in the room or challenged convention, this story will resonate. A reminder to live for yourself every day.:Please Write a Review and Like/Subscribe to the Podcast! You can support the podcast by purchasing merch— https://teespring.com/stores/babs-lyfe-merch::Check out out AMAZON STOREFRONT for any camping/travel gear- https://www.amazon.com/shop/babs_lyfe:Follow Me on all Socials @Babs_Lyfe— https://linktr.ee/babslyfe

In a world that's speeding up, sloppier than ever, and overflowing with noise, excellence can feel like a lost art. But what if small, intentional acts of care are exactly what bring you back to yourself? In this solo episode, Kate unpacks the idea of Finding Excellence in the Small Moments—not as a perfectionist mandate, but as a powerful form of self-respect, identity-building, and rebellion against mediocrity. Inside, you'll learn: ✨ Why "how you do anything is how you do everything" is dangeroulsy unrealistic ✨ The real difference between excellence and perfectionism ✨ The psychology behind small, intentional habits ✨ How tiny acts—making your bed beautifully, writing a human email, completing a task all the way through—can change the way you feel in your life ✨ Why moments of beauty, care, and presence matter now more than ever If you're craving grounding, clarity, and a sense of control amid the chaos, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Want more? Join us inside ThriveFest: Holiday Edition, grab your copy of Beyond Potential, and subscribe to The Weekend List for weekly behind-the-scenes stories and practical insights.

   In today's episode, on a still winter morning, a tiny frozen puddle becomes the beginning of a quiet moment of awareness I reflect on the beauty of our senses, how easily we overlook small everyday moments, and why career prestige doesn't always bring true fulfillment.  Later, inspired by a powerful message from journalist Sami Hamdi, I muse about his idea of intention, sincerity, and the role each of us can play in addressing both local and global inequities. In a world connected through social media, our individual choices matter more than ever. This episode is a gentle reminder for me and you to slow down, notice what's around us, and consider how small actions and mindful awareness can contribute to a more compassionate, responsible way of living, choosing intention over indifference. Love and Peace Always, Amber xoxo   P.S. If you'd like to support the podcast, please click here Thank you for your support!  

Hi Mamas, Today's episode is all about slowing down and truly noticing the moments that matter. Inspired by the beautiful Dr. Seuss quote, “Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory,” this episode will help you reconnect with the everyday magic happening right in front of you… whether you're raising littles, big kids, or teenagers. If life feels fast, busy, or overwhelming, this is your gentle reminder that the small moments you're living now are the ones you'll want back one day. In this episode, we explore how to be more present, how to catch the moments you're missing, and how to create memories that really last… even during the busiest season of the year.

Guest Marie Martinez, a dual-certified SLP/BCBA, joins the show to share her passion for empowering parents and supporting communication in everyday moments. She's the author of Path for Words: Five-Minute Language Learning Activities for Children Ages 1–3 Years, a book that helps families turn daily routines into powerful language opportunities.Marie talks about identifying the small moments that matter most—because communication doesn't just happen at the table with flashcards, it happens all day long. She also offers great advice for anyone passionate about their work (and maybe thinking about writing a book!): if you see a need, fill it. Her work helps parents feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to help their children thrive in their communication journey.#autism #speechtherapyWhat's Inside:How Path for Words helps parents build language naturallyFinding purpose and inspiration in dual certificationEmpowering parents through practical communication toolsWhy the little moments make the biggest impactAdvice for professionals ready to write or create something newMentioned In This Episode:Path For Words (@pathforwords) on Instagram​​Marie Martinez on LinkedIn Join the aba speech connection  ABA Speech: Home

Host Angel Santana guides listeners to recognize God's presence in ordinary daily moments—routine tasks, brief frustrations, and small acts of kindness—reminding us that faith grows in the everyday, not only in big events. Through a personal story of a hectic morning and a calming sunrise, the episode points to Psalm 37:23 and Zechariah 4:10, urging listeners to slow down, notice God's whispers, and trust that every small step matters.

Peter Andersen has been passionate about writing since childhood, building a career as a journalist, teacher, editor, manager, freelancer, and technical writer. He spent over 30 years creating technical documentation for Microsoft and other software firms. Now, he writes Damn Good Things and conducts life story interviews at a local retirement community.The idea for Damn Good Things was inspired by a diary entry about a rollercoaster ride with his father that ended with the words, “What a damn good thing for me and my dad to do!” That moment sparked his exploration ofexperiences that make us feel fully alive. Through his writing, Peter highlights the beauty in life's simple, vivid moments — from a loyal old dog's excitement at dinner to a childhood memory that still warms the heart.Link to episode can be found here:   #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

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Imagine you're an expat in Berlin in the early 2000s, with no smartphones, no social media, and barely any internet. You walk down the street and spot someone wearing a T-shirt made by a friend from your past life in Baltimore. Do you approach them? Well, that's what today's guest Amy Stafford did – and this moment led her to being part of the Lucky Trimmer, one of the most beloved dance festivals in Europe.Amy isn't even a dancer; she found her way into the community that builds this festival by offering what she was good at to something she was curious about. The festival has since grown into an international phenomenon and has guided Amy into her current design career as the founder of the Blixa 6 Studios.In this episode, Amy and I talk about how small moments can lead to the most extraordinary ripple effects. Whether you're feeling stuck in your current social circles or wondering how to connect in a new city, Amy's story is going to show how the connections you're seeking might be closer than you think. You just have to say hello.In this episode you'll hear about:Amy's initial encounter with a t-shirt in Berlin, which led to a friendship and eventually to her involvement with the Lucky Trimmer dance festivalThe importance of volunteering and contributing to a community to build social capital and create meaningful connectionsThe power of small actions and moments of courage in creating significant changes and opportunitiesSaying yes to new experiences (!) and how it can lead to unexpected and fulfilling connectionsResources & LinksCheck out Amy's free coloring booklet and learn more about Lucky Trimmer.Like what you hear? Visit my website, leave me a voicemail, and follow me on Instagram and TikTok!Want to take this conversation a step further? Send this episode to a friend. Tell them you found it interesting and use what we just talked about as a conversation starter the next time you and your friend hang out!