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Dans cet épisode d'Extraterrien, Barthélémy reçoit Benjamin Védrines, considéré aujourd'hui comme l'un des meilleurs alpiniste français. Il nous emmène sur les plus hauts sommets du monde, partage ses réflexions sur la performance, la gestion des risques, le rapport à la nature, mais aussi sur la place des données et du ressenti dans la pratique sportive extrême. Depuis les montagnes des Alpes jusqu'au sommet du K2, plongez dans la vie d'un homme déterminé, passionné, et constamment en quête de sens et de liberté.Episode disponible sur toutes les plateformes de podcast !
What are your new year's resolutions? Guest Pastor and friend of New North, Eugene Cho kicked off our new series “The Prayer Life of Jesus” and shared how the discipline of solitude is vital to our prayer life, yet it's not often added as a goal in life. We live in a very counter cultural world where many things are competing for our attention and vying for our affection and adoration - making slowing down and making space for God something very hard to put in practice. Solitude and Sabbath are gifts from God and something Jesus, even the Son of God needed too! This week, watch Eugene's message for tips on building solitude into our life's rhythm.
This is a special episode of For the Good of the Public, cross-posted with "Conversing with Mark Labberton." https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conversing-with-mark-labberton/id1161564408 Can joy be anything but denial in a rage-filled public life? Michael Wear joins Mark Labberton to reframe politics through the kingdom logic of hope, agency, and practices of silence and solitude. As 2025 closes amid political discord, we might all ask whether joy can be real in public life—without denial, escapism, or contempt. "… Joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing." In this conversation, Michael Wear and Mark Labberton reflect on joy, hope, responsibility, and agency amid a reaction-driven politics. Together they discuss the realism of Advent; the limits of our control; how kingdom imagination reframes anger; hope beyond outcomes, dignity under threat, and practices (including silence and solitude) that restore clarity. About Michael Wear Michael Wear is the Founder, President, and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, a nonpartisan nonprofit that contends for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the public good. He has served for more than a decade as a trusted advisor to civic and religious leaders on faith and public life, including as a presidential campaign and White House staffer. He is the author of The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life and Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America. Learn more and follow at https://www.michaelwear.com. Helpful Links and Resources Michael Wear, The Spirit of Our Politics https://www.zondervan.com/9780310367239/the-spirit-of-our-politics/ Michael Wear, Reclaiming Hope https://www.thomasnelson.com/9780718082338/reclaiming-hope/ Center for Christianity and Public Life https://www.ccpubliclife.org/ A National Call to Silence and Solitude https://www.silenceandsolitude.org/ Dallas Willard: "Personal Soul Care" https://dwillard.org/resources/articles/personal-soul-care Howard Thurman, Jesus and the Disinherited https://www.beacon.org/Jesus-and-the-Disinherited-P1781.aspx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Legend of the Bones is a hybrid of dark fantasy audio drama and old school solo Dungeons & Dragons. A story where the roll of the bones determines all. None shall escape the destiny of bone. The Rift... Audio credits: Intro & Main Theme: Cold Northern Stars by imaginerum https://tunetank.com/tracks/2290-cold-northern-stars Part 1: Decoherence by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/librarydecoherence Released under CC-BY 4.0 Part 2: Within Our Nature by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/within-our-nature Released under CC-BY 4.0 Part 3a: In Search of Solitude by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/maleficus Released under CC-BY 4.0 Part 3b: Shadows and Dust by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/shadows-and-dust Released under CC-BY 4.0 Part 3c: Celestial by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/celestial Released under CC-BY 4.0 Part 3d: The Summoning by Scott Buckley https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/within-our-nature Released under CC-BY 4.0 Taalien's Spell: Resolve by Simon Williams and Jim Hurst (c)2024 Simon Williams and Jim Hurst Behind the Screen: Moving Picture Atmosphere 014 https://soundcloud.com/royaltyfreebackgroundmusic/creative-commons-music-4099/sets Incidental sound effects sourced from www.freesound.org & www.freesfx.co.uk & www.zapsplat.com Voice Actors Eadith was voiced by Chloe Elliott https://linktr.ee/clo_withtheflow Demelza was voiced by Ros Williams Post Roll Promo None Resources https://legendofthebones.blogspot.com Transcript
Join our book club!https://www.patreon.com/LifeonBooksBooks mentioned in this episode:The Armies by Evelio Roserohttps://amzn.to/493q8E3https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811218641Stalingrad by Vasily Grossmanhttps://amzn.to/498NQgIhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781681373270The Melancholy of Resistance by Laszlo Krasznahorkaihttps://amzn.to/4pFjl9lhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811215046You Bright and Risen Angels by William Vollmannhttps://amzn.to/4a9mr0yhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780140110876House of Fury by Evelio Roserohttps://amzn.to/4qpBQOThttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811234580One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquezhttps://amzn.to/3MRQ0Kmhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780060883287Tono the Infallible by Evelio Roserohttps://amzn.to/4ph97uRhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811228817Europe Central by William T. Vollmannhttps://amzn.to/4qrQiWRhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/97801430365932666 by Roberto Bolanohttps://amzn.to/45ob15Chttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780312429218Cloudsplitter by Russel Bankshttps://amzn.to/3MUtAYUhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780060930868Ahab Sequels by Pierre Sengeshttps://amzn.to/49nV7cUhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781940625461The German Lesson by Sigfriend Lenzhttps://amzn.to/3YXImkchttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811209823Confessions of a Mask by Yukio Mishimahttps://amzn.to/3YmfhyRhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780811201186Empty Wigs by Jonathan Meadshttps://amzn.to/44W3J9ghttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781806770045Underworld by Don DeLillohttps://amzn.to/45nysMuhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780684848150White Noise by Don DeLillohttps://amzn.to/4qd2jj9https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780140077025The Public Burning by Robert Cooverhttps://amzn.to/495UE08https://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780802135278Marshland by Otohiko Kagahttps://amzn.to/498OavWhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781628974041The Logos by Mark Desilvahttps://amzn.to/4q1aVsWhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781955904223The Royal Family by William T. Vollmannhttps://amzn.to/4aC88BOhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9780141002002The Eighth Life by Nino Haratischvilihttps://amzn.to/3YSGCsBhttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781950354146The Sot-Weed Factor by John Barthhttps://amzn.to/4pjYGqshttps://bookshop.org/a/103053/9781628973945Get the Freedom App to remove distractions and read more books:https://freedom.sjv.io/N9074OJoin the Life on Books mailing list to stay up to date on all of our latest book giveaways, projects, and more!https://linktw.in/BRYAnVhWant to read one book from every country? Check out our resource online:https://linktw.in/ZeoltyWant to know my all time favorite books? Click the link below!https://bookshop.org/shop/lifeonbooksFollow me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/alifeonbooks/Follow Andy on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/metafictional.meathead/
Get ready for another great year of reading! MJ Franklin and Joumana Khatib of The New York Times join us to talk about dissecting the literary canon, keeping books weird, language, dialogue, world building, rereading, blurbs and more with host Miwa Messer. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang. New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): Franny and Zooey by J.D. Salinger Moderation by Elaine Castillo Eligible by Curtis Sittinfeld The Complete Novels: Jane Austen by Jane Austen The Bee Sting by Paul Murray Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë James by Percival Everett Middlemarch by George Eliot The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky East of Eden by John Steinbeck Dracula by Bram Stoker The Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones The Odyssey: Translated by Emily Wilson Trip by Amie Barrodale Lightbreakers by Aja Gabel The Ensemble by Aja Gabel Angel Down by Daniel Kraus Audition by Katie Kitamura The Collected Short Stories by Jean Rhys My Broken Language by Quiara Allegria Hudes The White Hot by Quiara Allegria Hudes The Hours by Michael Cunningham Terry Dactyl by Mattilda Bernstein Sycamore North Woods by Daniel Mason The Sisters by Jonas Hassen Khemiri Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger Tropic of Cancer by Henry Miller Animal Farm by George Orwell The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez Mrs. Caliban by Rachel Ingalls Philadelphia Fire by John Edgar Wideman The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai The Most by Jessica Anthony Lonely Crowds by Stephanie Wambugu Great Black Hope by Rob Franklin Bright Lights, Big City by Jay McInerney How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia by Mohsin Hamid The Committed by Viet Thanh Nguyen The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien Playworld by Adam Ross Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell The Voyage of the Narwhal by Andrea Barrett The Days of Abandonment by Elena Ferrante
Comme pour chaques vacances, je vous propose un best-of des épisodes qui ont été dernièrement enregistrés.Comme c'est la période de Noel, j'ai rajouté un petit biais plutôt feel-good et associé aux questionnements profonds.Christopher Laquieze est un penseur autodidacte à la trajectoire singulière.Il n'a pas étudié la philosophie dans un cadre académique classique, mais a construit sa sagesse à travers les épreuves de la vie, la lecture passionnée et une quête personnelle du sens.Il est l'auteur du livre Le Silence de la Joie, une œuvre aussi poétique que profondément philosophique.J'ai découvert Christopher à travers son compte Instagram qui cumule plus de 300 000 followers et que je suivais avec beaucoup d'intérêt, intrigué par la densité et la lucidité de ses propos.Et ce que je peux vous dire, c'est que notre rencontre ne m'a pas déçu — bien au contraire. Dans cette période un peu dystopique et effrayante, j'avoue envie de vous parler de joie et de la manière dont on pouvait la trouver.Et ca tombe bien, dans cet épisode, nous avons plongé ensemble dans une réflexion vertigineuse sur le silence, la joie, le réel et la réalité.Nous avons parlé du silence de la joie, cette joie qui naît sans cause, comme un souffle venu du fond de l'âme.Une joie qui, pour Christopher, est un cri, une forme de révolte face à l'absurdité du monde.J'ai voulu comprendre ce que signifiait pour lui cette forme de joie silencieuse, mais aussi pourquoi il considérait le monde comme “tragique” et comment, malgré tout, il choisit d'y affirmer son existence.Christopher m'a partagé son parcours : une adolescence chaotique, une dépression sévère, une dérive dans la spiritualité dogmatique, et enfin, une renaissance à travers la philosophie.Une philosophie brute, vécue, ancrée dans le réel. Il raconte comment la philosophie l'a aidé à déconstruire des croyances, à abandonner des illusions, mais aussi comment elle peut être déstabilisante, voire destructrice.Nous avons abordé la notion de désir — non pas comme manque, mais comme élan vital — et évoqué des penseurs majeurs : Spinoza, Nietzsche, Camus, Clément Rosset, Pessoa... Autant d'influences qui éclairent sa pensée et nourrissent ses réflexions.Dans cet épisode, j'ai questionné Christopher sur le développement personnel, les dangers de la pensée positive poussée à l'extrême, la mémoire, la solitude, l'amitié, et cette idée si bouleversante : peut-on vraiment “passer à côté de sa vie” ?C'est une conversation d'une rare intensité, lucide, parfois brutale, mais toujours profondément humaine. Une plongée dans l'âme, un dialogue avec nos zones d'ombre, et une invitation à repenser ce que signifie vivre avec joie, malgré tout.Comme soulignée dans l'épisode, si vous souhaitez bénéficier d'une offre exclusive de 15% de réduction sur Saily, c'est ici : www.saily.com/vlan 5 citations marquantes« La joie, c'est apprendre à désespérer sans tomber dans le désespoir. »« Le silence n'est pas une absence de langage, mais une présence de sens. »« Ce n'est pas parce qu'une chose est bonne que je la désire, mais parce que je la désire qu'elle devient bonne. »« La philosophie ne sauve pas toujours ; elle peut aussi nous détruire. »« On ne se définit pas parce qu'on est, mais parce qu'on n'est pas. »10 questions que l'on se poseQu'est-ce que représente pour toi “le silence de la joie” ?Pourquoi qualifies-tu le monde de tragique ?Le silence est-il le grand oublié de notre société connectée ?Pourquoi t'es-tu autant intéressé à la philosophie ?Est-ce que la philosophie peut nous sauver ?Quelle est ta vision du développement personnel aujourd'hui ?Comment animes-tu la joie en toi au quotidien ?Que signifie “désirer ce que l'on a déjà” ?Comment différencies-tu le réel et la réalité ?Est-ce que l'on peut passer à côté de sa vie ?Timestamps00:00 – Introduction : réel vs réalité02:00 – Nos perceptions façonnent notre réalité04:00 – Le langage, la poésie, et la manière de dire le monde06:30 – Mémoire, souvenirs et illusions : quand la fiction transforme le passé09:00 – Solitude, isolement, et rapport à soi12:00 – Peut-on se perdre ? Peut-on passer à côté de sa vie ?15:00 – Nier le réel pour se réfugier dans un récit personnel17:30 – Le deuil, l'imaginaire et les objets symboliques20:00 – Les illusions joyeuses et le risque de désillusion23:00 – L'éternel retour, Spinoza et le désir de ce qui est26:00 – Le conatus et l'énergie vitale du quotidien30:00 – Amour, désir et joie selon Spinoza34:00 – Friction vs confort : le rôle du labeur dans la joie38:00 – Ce que l'on est, ce que l'on n'est pas : se définir par la négation41:00 – Clôture de l'épisode : ouvrir et fermer la porte à l'expérience Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Comme pour chaques vacances, je vous propose un best-of des épisodes qui ont été dernièrement enregistrés.Comme c'est la période de Noel, j'ai rajouté un petit biais plutôt feel-good et associé aux questionnements profonds.Matthieu Dardaillon est entrepreneur social, fondateur de Ticket for Change – une structure qui a accompagné de nombreux projets à impact, dont l'application bien connue Yuka – et il est aussi l'auteur du livre Anti-Chaos. J'avais très envie d'inviter Matthieu, parce que son livre entre incroyablement en résonance avec ce que je cherche à faire avec Vlan! : donner du sens, créer du lien, aider chacun à retrouver de la clarté dans un monde de plus en plus complexe.Dans cet épisode, nous avons eu une conversation très ouverte, presque intime, sur nos peurs, nos contradictions, nos espoirs aussi.On vit une époque de bascule, où tout s'accélère, où les repères se brouillent, où l'impuissance peut nous paralyser.C'est précisément cela que Matthieu aborde dans son ouvrage et dsns notre échange : comment vivre et surtout agir dans un monde chaotique ? Comment retrouver notre pouvoir d'agir dans un système qui semble parfois aller droit dans le mur ?Ce qui m'a frappé, c'est à quel point nos réflexions se croisent. On parle de polycrises, de fin de modèle, de croissance absurde, mais aussi de rêve, de joie d'agir, d'entrepreneuriat du quotidien.Matthieu partage des outils concrets, comme le modèle ABZ ou la règle des deux jours, pour passer de la réflexion à l'action. Il explique aussi pourquoi l'écoute – la vraie, l'écoute empathique et générative – est fondamentale pour co-construire le monde de demain.J'ai aussi osé parler de mes propres contradictions, comme cette tension entre l'envie d'un mode de vie communautaire et l'imaginaire individuel dans lequel j'ai grandi. Et Matthieu, avec beaucoup de bienveillance, m'a aidé à poser des mots là-dessus, à me questionner sur mes valeurs, mes besoins, et sur les petits pas concrets que je peux poser pour avancer vers ce futur désirable.Ce qui est beau dans la pensée de Matthieu, c'est qu'elle ne moralise jamais.Il ne cherche pas à convaincre, mais à inspirer. Il ne juge pas ceux qui n'en font pas assez, mais célèbre ceux qui essaient. Il croit profondément en la puissance de l'exemple, en la valeur de la recherche collective, et surtout en la capacité de chacun à contribuer, depuis là où il est.Cet épisode est un souffle. Un moment suspendu pour réfléchir, ressentir, rêver, mais aussi agir. J'espère qu'il vous parlera autant qu'il m'a nourri. Comme soulignée dans l'épisode, si vous souhaitez bénéficier d'une offre exclusive de 15% de réduction sur Saily, c'est ici : www.saily.com/vlan Citations marquantes« On est chacun contributeur, là où on agit au quotidien. »« Ce qu'il faut, c'est donner envie, pas convaincre. »« Le rêve est une étoile polaire dans le brouillard. »« On a besoin d'imaginer de nouvelles boussoles collectives. »« L'entre-deux-mondes est un lieu d'inconfort, mais aussi de création. »10 questions structurées poséesPourquoi as-tu écrit le livre Anti-Chaos ?Est-il normal de se sentir submergé aujourd'hui ?Quelles sont les causes profondes de cette sensation d'impuissance ?À quoi pourrait ressembler le monde de demain ?Comment peut-on vivre dans l'entre-deux-mondes ?Est-ce que tout le monde peut être un entrepreneur du changement ?Comment bien s'entourer pour réussir un projet à impact ?Quelle est la place du rêve dans un monde en mutation ?Comment gères-tu tes contradictions personnelles ?C'est quoi, pour toi, un rapport sain à l'argent ?Timestamps clés pour YouTube00:00 – Introduction par Grégory Pouy02:00 – Pourquoi Matthieu a écrit Anti-Chaos05:00 – Comprendre le chaos systémique10:00 – Vivre dans l'entre-deux-mondes13:00 – Le nouveau paradigme est déjà en marche18:00 – Reprendre son pouvoir d'agir26:00 – La question de la croissance30:00 – Le rôle du rêve35:00 – Imaginaire collectif vs. réalités personnelles40:00 – Le modèle ABZ : de la vision à l'action47:00 – Le rapport à l'argent51:00 – Les quatre niveaux d'écoute55:00 – Les projets actuels de Matthieu #343 Trouver de la joie dans un monde tragique (partie 1) avec Christopher LaquiezeComme pour chaque vacances, je vous propose un best-of des épisodes qui ont été dernièrement enregistrés.Comme c'est la période de Noel, j'ai rajouté un petit biais plutôt feel-good et associé aux questionnements profonds.Christopher Laquieze est un penseur autodidacte à la trajectoire singulière.Il n'a pas étudié la philosophie dans un cadre académique classique, mais a construit sa sagesse à travers les épreuves de la vie, la lecture passionnée et une quête personnelle du sens.Il est l'auteur du livre Le Silence de la Joie, une œuvre aussi poétique que profondément philosophique.J'ai découvert Christopher à travers son compte Instagram qui cumule plus de 300 000 followers et que je suivais avec beaucoup d'intérêt, intrigué par la densité et la lucidité de ses propos.Et ce que je peux vous dire, c'est que notre rencontre ne m'a pas déçu — bien au contraire. Dans cette période un peu dystopique et effrayante, j'avoue envie de vous parler de joie et de la manière dont on pouvait la trouver.Et ca tombe bien, dans cet épisode, nous avons plongé ensemble dans une réflexion vertigineuse sur le silence, la joie, le réel et la réalité.Nous avons parlé du silence de la joie, cette joie qui naît sans cause, comme un souffle venu du fond de l'âme.Une joie qui, pour Christopher, est un cri, une forme de révolte face à l'absurdité du monde.J'ai voulu comprendre ce que signifiait pour lui cette forme de joie silencieuse, mais aussi pourquoi il considérait le monde comme “tragique” et comment, malgré tout, il choisit d'y affirmer son existence.Christopher m'a partagé son parcours : une adolescence chaotique, une dépression sévère, une dérive dans la spiritualité dogmatique, et enfin, une renaissance à travers la philosophie.Une philosophie brute, vécue, ancrée dans le réel. Il raconte comment la philosophie l'a aidé à déconstruire des croyances, à abandonner des illusions, mais aussi comment elle peut être déstabilisante, voire destructrice.Nous avons abordé la notion de désir — non pas comme manque, mais comme élan vital — et évoqué des penseurs majeurs : Spinoza, Nietzsche, Camus, Clément Rosset, Pessoa... Autant d'influences qui éclairent sa pensée et nourrissent ses réflexions.Dans cet épisode, j'ai questionné Christopher sur le développement personnel, les dangers de la pensée positive poussée à l'extrême, la mémoire, la solitude, l'amitié, et cette idée si bouleversante : peut-on vraiment “passer à côté de sa vie” ?C'est une conversation d'une rare intensité, lucide, parfois brutale, mais toujours profondément humaine. Une plongée dans l'âme, un dialogue avec nos zones d'ombre, et une invitation à repenser ce que signifie vivre avec joie, malgré tout.Comme soulignée dans l'épisode, si vous souhaitez bénéficier d'une offre exclusive de 15% de réduction sur Saily, c'est ici : www.saily.com/vlan 5 citations marquantes« La joie, c'est apprendre à désespérer sans tomber dans le désespoir. »« Le silence n'est pas une absence de langage, mais une présence de sens. »« Ce n'est pas parce qu'une chose est bonne que je la désire, mais parce que je la désire qu'elle devient bonne. »« La philosophie ne sauve pas toujours ; elle peut aussi nous détruire. »« On ne se définit pas parce qu'on est, mais parce qu'on n'est pas. »10 questions que l'on se poseQu'est-ce que représente pour toi “le silence de la joie” ?Pourquoi qualifies-tu le monde de tragique ?Le silence est-il le grand oublié de notre société connectée ?Pourquoi t'es-tu autant intéressé à la philosophie ?Est-ce que la philosophie peut nous sauver ?Quelle est ta vision du développement personnel aujourd'hui ?Comment animes-tu la joie en toi au quotidien ?Que signifie “désirer ce que l'on a déjà” ?Comment différencies-tu le réel et la réalité ?Est-ce que l'on peut passer à côté de sa vie ?Timestamps00:00 – Introduction : réel vs réalité02:00 – Nos perceptions façonnent notre réalité04:00 – Le langage, la poésie, et la manière de dire le monde06:30 – Mémoire, souvenirs et illusions : quand la fiction transforme le passé09:00 – Solitude, isolement, et rapport à soi12:00 – Peut-on se perdre ? Peut-on passer à côté de sa vie ?15:00 – Nier le réel pour se réfugier dans un récit personnel17:30 – Le deuil, l'imaginaire et les objets symboliques20:00 – Les illusions joyeuses et le risque de désillusion23:00 – L'éternel retour, Spinoza et le désir de ce qui est26:00 – Le conatus et l'énergie vitale du quotidien30:00 – Amour, désir et joie selon Spinoza34:00 – Friction vs confort : le rôle du labeur dans la joie38:00 – Ce que l'on est, ce que l'on n'est pas : se définir par la négation41:00 – Clôture de l'épisode : ouvrir et fermer la porte à l'expérienceHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
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durée : 00:15:48 - Les Midis de Culture - par : Marie Labory - Après "Mourir à Ibiza", Anton Balekdjian, Léo Couture et Mattéo Eustachon poursuivent leur regard sur une jeunesse en suspens. "Laurent dans le vent" suit un trentenaire paumé dans une station de ski hors saison, où, au contact de quelques habitants, se tissent des liens fragiles entre solitudes. - réalisation : Laurence Malonda - invités : Raphaëlle Pireyre Critique de cinéma, elle publie régulièrement des articles sur le site AOC; Philippe Azoury Journaliste, critique et auteur
Can joy be anything but denial in a rage-filled public life? Michael Wear joins Mark Labberton to reframe politics through the kingdom logic of hope, agency, and practices of silence and solitude. As 2025 closes amid political discord, we might all ask whether joy can be real in public life—without denial, escapism, or contempt. "… Joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing." In this conversation, Michael Wear and Mark Labberton reflect on joy, hope, responsibility, and agency amid a reaction-driven politics. Together they discuss the realism of Advent; the limits of our control; how kingdom imagination reframes anger; hope beyond outcomes, dignity under threat, and practices (including silence and solitude) that restore clarity. Episode Highlights "Joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing. … Joy is not a technique to then get people to do what you want them to do." "God's Kingdom is the range of his effective will." " Someone whose hope is rightly placed sees that a dignity denying culture does not have the final say." "Our will is effective and those things in which our will is not effective." "The pattern of domination and violence is an old one." About Michael Wear Michael Wear is the Founder, President, and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, a nonpartisan nonprofit that contends for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the public good. He has served for more than a decade as a trusted advisor to civic and religious leaders on faith and public life, including as a presidential campaign and White House staffer. He is the author of The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life and Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America. Learn more and follow at https://www.michaelwear.com. Helpful Links and Resources Michael Wear, The Spirit of Our Politics https://www.zondervan.com/9780310367239/the-spirit-of-our-politics/ Michael Wear, Reclaiming Hope https://www.thomasnelson.com/9780718082338/reclaiming-hope/ Center for Christianity and Public Life https://www.ccpubliclife.org/ A National Call to Silence and Solitude https://www.silenceandsolitude.org/ Dallas Willard: "Personal Soul Care" https://dwillard.org/resources/articles/personal-soul-care Howard Thurman, Jesus and the Disinherited https://www.beacon.org/Jesus-and-the-Disinherited-P1781.aspx Show Notes End of 2025, cusp of Christmas; fraught public moment; joy as the lynchpin for faithful presence in politics and public life Joy held with pain, suffering, complexity Refusing denial while trusting a God who relentlessly pursues the world in love and hope Joy intertwined with hope, responsibility, agency Where does responsibility end and faithful agency begin? "Willard would say joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing." " It is very difficult to have joy if you are taking responsibility for things that are not your responsibility." Public life as joyless space; lacking imagination for joy amid provocation, antagonism, and constant political showmanship "If there are places in our life where we can't conceive of joy, it's a problem with our view of God." Misplaced responsibility, misplaced hope; joy collapses when taking on burdens that aren't ours and treating agency as ultimate "God's kingdom is the range of his effective will." "We each have our own little kingdoms … where what we say to be done is done." Politics reveals limits; a clarity about what we can do, what we can't do, and what we must import into the rest of life "Our will is effective, and there are things in which our will is not effective." "Faithfulness is not the ability to determine a righteous outcome … to everything in which our lives touch." False responsibility, obscured agency Are we taking charge of what isn't ours while ignoring the real choices we do have? "That's a recipe for joylessness." Poked and prodded by provocations; entertainment, antagonisms, and helplessness normalize reaction and justify complicity Anger as political fuel Many assume that raising your voice is the only faithful posture inside the public arena. "I've had people respond to me: 'How am I going to get anything done in politics without anger?'" "Political imagination has been taken over by a political logic as opposed to a kingdom logic." Relearning responsibility and agency; hope not grounded in our effectiveness, but in what God is doing beyond our reach. "Ultimate hope lies outside of the range of our effective will." "It is in that realm in which we are perfectly safe." Hope is for a life that pervades all things. "So when your hope is in the right place, you can hope for a whole range of things." " Someone whose hope is rightly placed sees that a dignity denying culture does not have the final say." Hope and joy "when your back is against the wall" Allen Temple Baptist Church: Joy at the margins of culture Fannie Lou Hamer Howard Thurman, Jesus and the Disinherited First Presbyterian Church in Evanston, IL Michael Wear, The Spirit of Our Politics Psalm 23 as distress-psalm: Enemies are still present, yet God leads beside still waters and cares most in greatest distress. "Take off the old self with its practices and put on the new self." "Put on Christ now in a way that will affect everything around us." Herod: The paranoid leader Advent into Christmastide—what it means to dwelling in Emmanuel "This is why the incarnation is such an extraordinarily important cornerstone: It's that God enters in through Jesus into our world, in a world in which, yes, there may be great praises in heaven and on earth from those who understand something at least of who he is and what he's there to do. But it also lands him in a world of immediate physical and familial vulnerability of political and social, if not military, violence." Are we protected from vulnerability, or living in precarity? The pattern of domination and violence Refusing forgetfulness as 2026 approaches with fresh pressures and fresh calling. National call to silence and solitude; disinvesting from reactionary instincts to engage the world with renewed vision and clarity. silenceandsolitude.org "Silence and solitude… can infuse your public activity with right vision and right clarity." #MichaelWear #MarkLabberton #ChristianPublicLife #ChristianPolitics #SpiritualFormation #Joy #Advent #SilenceAndSolitude #Hope #PublicWitness Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.
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The concept of alone time has long been framed as a cause for concern, but research shows that intentional solitude actually has a lot of perks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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After divorce—especially from a long marriage—the holidays can bring pressure to perform, to show up, and even to have someone by your side. In this episode, I share my faith-centered journey of celebrating the holidays alone, navigating dating after divorce, setting boundaries, and choosing peace over expectations. This conversation is for anyone learning how to trust God in the in-between and honor where they truly are in this season of singleness. Send us a text Support the showThank you for listening. New episodes weekly. From Grief to Grace — available now on Amazon.
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Episode GuideThe Running Man 2025 vs 1987Stargate SG-1s01ep07 The Nox - Relative youth of the human race, races other than the Goa'ulds01ep08 Brief Candle - Human experimentation, 1st use of the term replicator (though not in the Asgard enemy sense)s01ep09 Thor's Hammer - Unas, Asgard beam technology, possible Asgard ship/zat gun effect in doorways01ep10 The Torment of Tantalus - The gate system wasn't built by the Goa'uld and there's a bigger network of gate systemss01ep11 Bloodlines - Primta, Teal'c's family and Master Bra'tacs01ep12 Fire and Water - mind manipulation, Goa'uld 's in ancient human history & who's an alien & who isn'ts01ep13 Hathor - Hathor, Queen of the Goa'uld'ss01ep14 Singularity - Niirti and genetic weaponss01ep15 Cor-ai - Sins of the past and changing behaviors01ep16 Enigma - Enter the Tollan (young humans part 2)s01ep17 Solitudes - 2nd Stargate on earths01ep18 Tin Man - Synthetic SG-1s01ep19 There But for the Grace of God - Alternate dimensionss01ep20 Politics - Introducing Senator Kinseys01ep21 Within the Serpent's Grasp - Motherships, intergalactic video, zatss02ep01 The Serpent's Lair - Goa'uld busterss02ep02 In the Line of Duty - 1st mention of the Tok'ra & Ashraks02ep03 Prisoners - 1st Star Trek reference of the show, Botany Bays02ep04 Gamekeeper - Virtual reality/simulations02ep05 Need - Extended sarcophagus uses02ep06 Thor's Chariot - Meet the AsgardStar Wars KOTOR II The Sith Lords Jedi Guardian Android GameplayRed Dead Redemption Android GameplayLinksSupport my Youtube channel by becoming a member today!Blog Podcast YouTube VersionSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/headphonesneil-reviews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Learn the art of harvesting sweet vintage wine from the bitter grapes of isolation. Jesus' solitude was never escape. It was communion. In his humanity, he recieved the replenishing touch of the Father's love and the anointing of the Spirit. He returned to the fellowship he had known from eternity, now lived out in human flesh. And because we are now in Him, adopted into His Sonship, baptized into His life, His solitude becomes the pattern for ours. In this podcast you will learn how our alone times can become doorways into the same embrace.
In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, host Moyra Gorski welcomes a special guest, Jamie, whom she met during a retreat for cancer survivors. Moyra shares her personal experience with breast cancer and discusses how vulnerability can lead to connection and healing. The conversation highlights the mission of Faith Through Fire, a nonprofit organization that supports cancer survivors through mentorship. Listeners can expect to hear inspiring stories of resilience, practical tips for maintaining health during life's challenges, and encouragement to seek joy amidst the chaos. Join Moyra and Jamie as they embark on a heartfelt journey to discover joy and support one another in overcoming life's obstacles. ------------------ 00:00:00 - Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 00:00:18 - Host Introduction and Mission 00:01:13 - Guest Introduction: Jamie Grieshaber 00:02:06 - Meeting Jamie and the Cancer Retreat 00:03:45 - Faith Through Fire and Mentorship 00:05:06 - The Importance of Vulnerability 00:07:04 - Moira's Cancer Journey and Sharing Stories 00:09:05 - Jamie's Cancer Diagnosis and Initial Reactions 00:11:05 - Receiving the Diagnosis on Her 40th Birthday 00:13:09 - Navigating Fear and Urgency in Cancer Treatment 00:15:09 - Permission to Pause and Make Informed Decisions 00:17:06 - The Power of Sharing and Controlling the Narrative 00:19:02 - Support and Positivity from the Community 00:21:00 - Jamie's Blog and Finding Joy in Hard Times 00:23:01 - Choosing Not to Reconstruct and Setting Boundaries 00:25:06 - Dealing with External Pressures and Projections 00:27:06 - Processing Loss and Redefining Self 00:29:02 - The Importance of Taking Time for Self-Reflection 00:31:08 - Finding the Cancer in Life and Letting Go of Control 00:33:03 - The Value of Solitude and Personal Retreats 00:35:08 - Choosing to Live Fully and Actively Seeking Joy 00:37:08 - The Concept of Joy vs. Happiness 00:39:09 - Finding Joy in Small Things and Everyday Moments 00:41:10 - Gratitude Practices and Daily Joy 00:43:05 - Humor and Absurdity in Joyful Moments -------------- Want to continue to support ? Buy me a cup of coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juggling Grab your Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness guide here. Check out my journal today. Purchase your own Journey to Joy Journal . Book your Find your JOY discovery call here. Reach out to me @ moyra@moyragorski.com Or find me on Social Facebook here Instagram here
In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, we're joined by Jessica Averett, Utah-based mom of five, former professional ski instructor, and founder of SkiingKids.com, a must-visit site for families who love to ski.Jessica shares her expert tips for teaching kids to ski — without breaking the bank on ski school. She talks through gear must-haves (and what to skip), how to manage different ability levels on the mountain, and her family's tried-and-true system for stress-free ski days with five kids, ages 8 to 18.We also cover:Choosing family-friendly resorts in Utah (including Snowbasin, Solitude & Brighton)What to pack, how to organize gear, and storage hacks at homeFavorite mittens, outerwear, and the one $10 item every parent should haveJessica's new Teach Your Kids to Ski course & bookIf you're looking to make skiing easier, more affordable, and more fun for your family, this episode is full of real-life strategies from a ski mom who's been through every stage.
Why do we say Merry Christmas instead of Happy Christmas? The phrase has a surprisingly rich past, shaped by culture, language, and holiday tradition. This episode begins with where “merry” came from and why it stuck. https://time.com/6240140/why-we-say-merry-christmas-traditions/ Being alone isn't the same as being lonely. In fact, choosing solitude can offer profound psychological and emotional benefits. Robert J. Coplan joins me to explain why. He has spent more than three decades studying the upside of time alone. Robert is a psychologist, researcher, teacher, and author of The Joy of Solitude: How to Reconnect with Yourself in an Overconnected World. (https://amzn.to/3KX25NE) Christmas traditions evolve far more than we realize — from how we celebrate to who we imagine Santa to be. The Santa Claus of today looks very different from his earlier counterparts, and the holiday itself has gone through dramatic shifts over time. Joe Biel, founder and CEO of Microcosm Publishing and author of A People's Guide to Santa Claus: The Secret History of Christmas, from Saint Nick to Krampus and Yule (https://amzn.to/48MTN2J) joins me to explore these surprising transformations. Owning a pet can actually make you more attractive — and not just because pets are cute. Research shows people form quick judgments about how you treat your dog or cat, and that can sway romantic interest. We look at who benefits most and what's really going on. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-23/single-men-owning-a-dog-attracts-women-study/7051024 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! INDEED: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING right now! QUINCE: Give and get timeless holiday staples that last this season with Quince. Go to https://Quince.com/sysk for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! AG1: Head to https://DrinkAG1.com/SYSK to get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2, when you first subscribe! NOTION: Notion brings all your notes, docs, and projects into one connected space that just works . It's seamless, flexible, powerful, and actually fun to use! Try Notion, now with Notion Agent, at: https://notion.com/something PLANET VISIONARIES: In partnership with Rolex's Perpetual Planet Initiative, this… is Planet Visionaries. Listen or watch on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. SHOPIFY: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/sysk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode lands on December twenty fifth for a reason. When the world is loud and crowded we introverts often feel surrounded by it as though it's out there rather than in here. We crave quiet yet feel guilty for needing it. I want to be clear that our need for solitude is not a flaw or indulgence. It is a physiological and neurological requirement. When we ignore it we do not just feel tired we lose ourselves. This episode is your permission slip to step back without apology. Solitude is not optional maintenance. It is sacred fuel that allows us to live and lead as who we truly are. ** Key Points ** Solitude is essential fuel Guilt is conditioning Quiet restores clarity #SacredSolitude #Introverts #FlourishingIntroverts *** Resources *** Visit https://hub.flourishingintroverts.com/resourcesp for tools and resources mentioned during the podcast.
Voilà un épisode très spécial qui propose de parler de désir et de solitude d'un point vue féministe. Myriam Bahaffou est philosophe, et c'est l'une des voix écoféministes qui m'a fait exploser le cerveau ces dernières années. Je l'avais reçue à l'époque de la publication de son premier essai dans La Poudre. Nous avons depuis l'une pour l'autre une grande amitié, et la certitude que nos pensées militantes vont dans le même sens.En 2025 elle a publié un essai intitulé Éropolitique, ecoféminismes, désirs et révolution qui propose une vertigineuse reconfiguration politique de l'érotisme dans nos vies.Alors quand elle m'a suggéré d'organiser une rencontre croisée autour de nos deux livres à la librairie Les mots à la bouche à Paris je me suis tout de suite saisie de l'occasion !Nous avons installé une caméra et des micros afin que vous puissiez jouir vous aussi de cette conversation.On parle d'identité, d'amour, de sexe et de santé mentale en des termes queer ce qui fait un bien fou !C'était joyeux, intense, et révolutionnaire, bref, une conversation entre deux TDAH passionnées de genre avec en commun une envie profonde de se réapproprier les mots - comme désir et solitiude - que l'hétérocapitalisme nous confisque.C'est aussi l'occasion pour moi de vous parler à vous, auditeurs et auditrices de Folie Douce, de mon propre livre, Enfin Seule, paru il y a trois mois. J'y développe mon process d'écriture et ce que ce livre doit à ma propre neutoatypie. J'espère que cette longue conversation vous réjouira et vous donnera envie de nous lire !Et surtout qu'elle vous aidera à vous reconnecter à la joie et à la nécessité de vivre chaque expérience en la politisant. Bonne écoute, prenez soin de vous et prenez votre temps ❤️Photo : Isaac Mazeran
What if prayer was never meant to be a religious performance—and prophecy was never meant to be scary?In this Christmas Eve episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock reflect on five years of podcasting and dive into Cory's eBook How to Pray and Prophesy in the New Covenant. Together, they reframe prayer and prophecy through the lens of union, showing how both flow naturally from awareness, relationship, and love—not fear, formulas, or pressure.This conversation is an invitation to slow down during the holidays and rediscover prayer as something you live, not something you try to get right.You'll hear:
You know about breath work. You know about cold exposure. It's a thing all the major "influencers" tell you to do. I had some skepticism myself and that's why I wanted to have this man, the original cold exposure and breath work guy on himself, Wim Hof! He is a man who has redefined the limits of the human mind and body. Known globally as The Iceman, Wim Hof has shown millions of people how to take control of their physiology through breath, cold exposure, and mindset. From climbing mountains in nothing but shorts to teaching everyday men how to regulate stress, build resilience, and reconnect with their primal strength, Wim's work challenges everything we think we know about comfort, health, and human potential. Today, we're talking about cold, breath, discipline, and what it really means to return to our factory settings as men. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction and Creative Rituals 01:30 Daily Cold and Breathwork Ritual 03:02 Shutting Off the Thinking Brain 05:07 Stress, Cortisol, and Modern Life 07:24 Cold Exposure Myths and Shortcuts 10:05 Minimum Effective Dose of Cold 12:34 Enduring Extreme Cold 14:28 Cold Exposure and Better Sleep 17:09 Breathing, Detox, and Biochemistry 21:35 Carbon Dioxide vs Oxygen 23:45 Ancient Practices, Modern Brains 27:50 Purpose, Presence, and Feeling Alive 30:11 Fulfillment Beyond Words 36:50 Getting High on Your Own Supply 38:11 Faith, Soul, and Inner Purpose 43:26 Motivation, Discipline, and Cold 46:50 Intuition and Better Decisions 50:00 Dopamine, Depression, and Energy 51:02 Final Thoughts and Where to Learn More Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready
The Wall of Birds at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a towering mural showing nearly 250 life-sized birds across a map of the world. To complete the impressive artwork, artist and scientific illustrator Jane Kim spent 17 months painting day in and day out. Though the experience was often solitary, Jane stayed connected to the outside world through the sounds of wildlife in the nature preserve that surround Cornell Lab.Read more about Jane Kim and the Wall of Birds in Field Notes!More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Host: Steve Macchia, Co-Host: Matt Scott "Solitude and silence are a gift when experienced together. And when they are practiced within a community, they can become a place of significant growth and maturation." - Steve Macchia Many people find solitude uncomfortable. The idea of being alone with our own thoughts can feel overwhelming—even daunting. Yet solitude is not the same as loneliness. In this episode of The Discerning Leader Podcast, we explore how solitude invites us into a cadence of reflective and responsive living. Rather than isolating us, this practice creates space for deeper awareness, clarity, and attentiveness.The gifts of solitude include a deepened love for God and a renewed love for others. As we practice solitude, we discover how to be alone without feeling lonely. Also, here's the companion reflection guide and spiritual exercise to help you enter into stillness and silence this season of Advent. Join the conversation about spiritual discernment as a way of life at www.LeadershipTransformations.org and consider participation in our online and in-person program offerings. Additional LTI spiritual formation resources can be found at www.SpiritualFormationStore.com and www.ruleoflife.com and www.healthychurch.net.
She Speaks To Inspire: Public Speaking Growth For Introverted Women
In this episode, we unpack what really happens to an introvert's energy when they're "on" — and how intentional recovery can transform the way they show up in the world. You'll learn: Why visibility, speaking, and social exposure drain introverts faster than most people realize. How the introvert energy cycle works — from overstimulation to the need for quiet recalibration. Practical ways to recharge through solo time or meaningful connection with trusted, close friends. For more inspiration—and to watch my free training, The Calm and Confident Communicator—head over to www.speaktoinspire.com. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an upcoming tip to elevate your speaking skills. And I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it really helps more people find the show! Thanks for listening!
On this episode of Endurance Unlimited, host Dirk Friel sits down with rising star Cam Smith, professional trail runner and ski mountaineering athlete who's just qualified for the 2026 Winter Games in Milan Cortina. Together, they dig into the strategy and preparation behind Team USA's dramatic World Cup victory in Solitude, Utah—which not only put the U.S. a ticket to the Games for Skimo, but also set the stage for what's next in this fast-evolving sport. Cam Smith shares his journey from ultra-endurance races to the high-intensity, quick-transition world of ski mountaineering, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the training philosophies, mistakes to avoid, and the unique demands of mixed relay competition. You'll hear how he leverages both running and skiing to fuel his performance, and get an inside look at how emerging talent like Anna Gibson is shaking up the U.S. team. 00:00 "Mixed Relay Racing Strategies" 03:32 "Qualifying on Home Soil" 07:50 "Trail Running Meets Skiing" 12:44 "Balancing Racing Seasons and Goals" 15:41 "Short Turnaround: Leveraging Speed" 17:45 Training for Steep Mountain Racing 22:48 "Injuries, Adaptation, and Focus" 24:39 Future Trail Racing Plans 29:30 "Building a Strong Skimo Team" 31:26 "Join Our Thriving Federation" 36:50 "Pacing Strategies in Racing" 38:38 Downhill Training for Racing Success 43:02 "Post-Season Training Reset" 45:19 "Skimo's Impact and Future" 48:40 "Inspiring the Next Generation"
Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In this episode, we explore a theme that quietly weighs on many people during this time of year: navigating the holidays alone. While the holiday season is often portrayed as a time of togetherness, joy, and celebration, it can also amplify feelings of loneliness, pressure, and comparison. The Stoics approached these moments differently, not by denying the difficulty, but by understanding it through reason, acceptance, and self-knowledge.At the heart of this episode is the Stoic distinction between loneliness and solitude. Loneliness arises when our desires and expectations clash with reality, when we believe something essential is missing. Solitude, by contrast, is a state of inner steadiness, a calm connection with oneself that does not depend on external circumstances.Seneca captures this beautifully when he writes:“…we say the wise man is self-content; he is so in the sense that he is able to do without friends, not that he desires to do without them.”Seneca, Letters from a Stoic, Letter 9For the Stoics, this wasn't about rejecting relationships or becoming emotionally distant, but about grounding our well-being in what truly belongs to us: our judgments, values, and character. When Seneca speaks of self-contentment, he isn't praising isolation, but reminding us that inner stability is the foundation for meaningful connection, not its opposite.Here are a few Stoic practices from this episode you can explore in your own life:Examining desires – Notice where your expectations about the holidays come from, and whether they are reasonable or imposed by social pressure.Reframing impressions – When thoughts of “I shouldn't be alone” arise, pause and question the judgment behind them.Practicing solitude – Use time alone for reflection, rest, and reconnection with your values, rather than distraction.Voluntary withdrawal from comparison – Step back from social media when it fuels restlessness or self-judgment.This episode gently reframes the holidays as an opportunity for honesty and presence. By applying the Stoic view, moments of solitude can become moments of clarity, grounding, and even quiet joy. Stoicism shows us that peace does not come from having life look a certain way, but from learning to meet life as it is, with reason and kindness toward ourselves.Listen to the full episode now and discover how navigating the holidays alone can transform the way you think, act, and relate to yourself.Support the show
Tim Warner is a comedian, podcaster, and filmmaker. Most importantly, though, he's Tim Warner. I've known Tim for a long time. We did comedy together in Seattle when I was first starting out, he had been doing it in New York a few years prior. Tim released a short film on YouTube called Quitter. I loved it. It captured what I was trying to do in a short film we did (also on YouTube), Loner, but, at least in my opinion, didn't quite capture. Quitter was done, exclusively, on a phone. We dive into it.
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In this conversation, I sit down with Tim DeMoss, the creator of the YouTube series "Reasons to Read." Tim shares the origin story of his channel, his favorite reading insights, and the creative process behind his recently published tiny book of fiction. We also discuss the challenge of maintaining focus while reading, why book summaries miss the point, how to get through thick books, and the difference between reading as consumption versus reading as participation in life.Enjoy the conversation!Videos mentioned:- Full "Reasons to Read" playlist (27 videos) - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZpKwDwO5HwPrGyF9_Py_-BHcxbp_Co2c&si=Vl9Nnw3vK1iXofu5- Uncommon Reader video (books not summaries) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLZpKwDwO5HwPrGyF9_Py_-BHcxbp_Co2c&v=kh4Jb6Q4vA0&feature=youtu.be- The video Tim made on AI - https://youtu.be/Eyk_ncyY67U?list=PLZpKwDwO5HwPrGyF9_Py_-BHcxbp_Co2c- The video with the St. Exupery quote on participation in life - https://youtu.be/FR5w49rSOoo?list=PLZpKwDwO5HwPrGyF9_Py_-BHcxbp_Co2c- The video on "words are crayons, get a big box" - https://youtu.be/V_wAl4ORaKA?list=PLZpKwDwO5HwPrGyF9_Py_-BHcxbp_Co2c- The video on how reading helps with focus (your whole brain & both of your hands) - https://youtu.be/ObHyI5UrRTk?list=PLZpKwDwO5HwPrGyF9_Py_-BHcxbp_Co2cBooks/essays mentioned:- Turtle Eggs for Agassiz by Dallas Lore Sharp- The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett- Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury, including the introduction essay "Just This Side of Byzantium"- Zen in the Art of Writing by Ray Bradbury- Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury- Chapter 8 "Books" from Society & Solitude by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Attached is a PDF of the excerpt I mentioned & my thoughts on it.- James Chalk, Fair Buyer of Lightning by Tim DeMossJoin Better Writers: https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private
A mindful "Coffee Break for the Soul" when the festive season feels overwhelming.By the 19th of December, the world outside can feel incredibly loud. There is a pressure to be busy and a pressure to "perform happiness" that can feel heavy on the soul.In this special "Coffee Break for the Soul," Martin offers you a sanctuary. Whether you are feeling the weight of solitude this year or simply the exhaustion of the season, this is your place to feel safe and just be.In this 10-minute session, we will:Release the Pressure: Put down the to-do lists and the expectations of the holidays.Somatic Body Scan: Unclench the jaw where we hold "unspoken words" and melt stress away from the shoulders.Heal the Heart Space: Breathe into feelings of grief or longing without needing to "fix" them.Reframe Solitude: Discover how to turn loneliness into a peaceful sanctuary.Affirmations: Powerful reminders that "It is okay to have a quiet Christmas" and that you are enough, exactly as you are.Remember, even if you are physically alone this week, you are part of this community. You are not invisible.Time Chapters:0:00 - Introduction: The pressure to perform happiness 0:59 - Finding your safe space & deep breathing 2:07 - Body Scan: Releasing "unspoken words" from the jaw 3:34 - Heart Space: Holding grief and longing with kindness 4:53 - Reframing: Solitude as a sanctuary 5:37 - Affirmations: "It is okay to have a quiet Christmas" 8:40 - Community Reminder: You are not invisible09:28 - Conclusion & Call to Action
Fluent Fiction - Danish: From Solitude to Celebration: Emil's Christmas Discovery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2025-12-19-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Vintervinden hylede uden for bunkeren.En: The winter wind howled outside the bunker.Da: Emil sad på det kolde gulv, hans hoved bankende efter det pludselige svimmelhedsanfald.En: Emil sat on the cold floor, his head pounding from the sudden dizziness.Da: Han var alene, fanget i en hemmelig bunker ved Jyllands kyst.En: He was alone, trapped in a secret bunker on the coast of Jylland.Da: Sneen dalede stille ned udenfor, dækkede jorden med et tyndt lag hvidt, mens julelys kunne anes i det fjerne fra kystbyerne.En: Snow fell quietly outside, covering the ground with a thin layer of white, while Christmas lights could be seen in the distance from the coastal towns.Da: Emil var historiker.En: Emil was a historian.Da: Han har altid været fascineret af Anden Verdenskrig og de skjulte steder som denne bunker.En: He had always been fascinated by World War II and hidden places like this bunker.Da: Men i dag, fanget alene, ønskede han mere end nogensinde at være blandt folk.En: But today, trapped alone, he wanted more than ever to be among people.Da: Julen nærmede sig, og han længtes efter at dele den med nogen.En: Christmas was approaching, and he longed to share it with someone.Da: Han besluttede at udforske bunkeren yderligere.En: He decided to explore the bunker further.Da: Måske kunne han finde noget, der kunne hjælpe ham.En: Maybe he could find something that could help him.Da: Smalle gange ledte ham dybere ind.En: Narrow corridors led him deeper in.Da: Den svage lugt af skimmelsvamp og rust fyldte luften.En: The faint smell of mold and rust filled the air.Da: Han famlede sig frem gennem skyggerne.En: He groped his way through the shadows.Da: Pludselig opdagede han noget skjult bag en gammel trækasse.En: Suddenly, he discovered something hidden behind an old wooden box.Da: En radio sender, gammel men tilsyneladende intakt.En: A radio transmitter, old but seemingly intact.Da: Emil tøvede.En: Emil hesitated.Da: Ville den stadig virke?En: Would it still work?Da: Han måtte vide det.En: He had to know.Da: Med dirrende hænder begyndte han at justere kontrolknapperne.En: With trembling hands, he began to adjust the control knobs.Da: Det begyndte med en svag skratten.En: It started with a weak crackle.Da: Så, klarere signaler.En: Then, clearer signals.Da: Emil sendte en kort besked, med håb i stemmen.En: Emil sent a short message, hope in his voice.Da: Kunne nogen høre ham?En: Could anyone hear him?Da: Efter en spændt ventetid hørte han et svar.En: After a tense wait, he heard a reply.Da: Det var en gruppe lokale historieentusiaster.En: It was a group of local history enthusiasts.Da: Sofie og Lars var blandt dem.En: Sofie and Lars were among them.Da: De havde hørt Emil og var på vej for at hjælpe.En: They had heard Emil and were on their way to help.Da: Da de ankom, blev Emil lettet.En: When they arrived, Emil was relieved.Da: Han var ikke alene mere.En: He was no longer alone.Da: Sofie smilede varmt, "Vi leder efter nogen som dig!En: Sofie smiled warmly, "We've been looking for someone like you!Da: Vil du fejre jul med os?"En: Would you like to celebrate Christmas with us?"Da: Emil nikkede.En: Emil nodded.Da: For første gang på længe følte han, at hans interesse kunne bygge bro til andre.En: For the first time in a long time, he felt that his interest could build a bridge to others.Da: De forlod bunkeren sammen.En: They left the bunker together.Da: Snart fortalte de historier omkring et juletræ, varm gløgg i hænderne.En: Soon they were telling stories around a Christmas tree, warm gløgg in their hands.Da: Emil indså, at selv de dystreste steder kunne føre til lys og fællesskab.En: Emil realized that even the darkest places could lead to light and community.Da: Julen blev mere end blot historie; den blev til en begyndelse på nye venskaber.En: Christmas became more than just history; it became the beginning of new friendships. Vocabulary Words:howled: hyledebunker: bunkerenpounding: bankendedizziness: svimmelhedsanfaldtrapped: fangetcoast: kystfascinated: fascineretapproaching: nærmede sigexplore: udforskenarrow: smallemold: skimmelsvampgroped: famledeshadows: skyggernetransmitter: senderhesitated: tøvedetrembling: dirrendecrackle: skrattentense: spændtrelieved: lettetbridge: browarmly: varmtcommunity: fællesskabdistant: fjerneenthusiasts: entusiastersmiled: smiledecontinuing: fortsættesmell: lugtcorridors: gangeseemingly: tilsyneladendecelebrate: fejre
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This week, I talk with Parker Palmer in one of the most intimate and expansive conversations I've had on Good Work. Parker is an author, activist, and teacher whose ideas have shaped generations. But what moves me most is his honesty. We talk about the winding path that led him from academic life to community organizing to a Quaker learning community where he rebuilt his inner world. We explore discernment, solitude, “Circles of Trust”, and what it means to listen to the voice of your soul—especially in seasons of burnout or heartbreak. At 86, Parker reflects on aging, democracy, vocation, and his belief that the heart can break in two ways: it can shatter, or it can break open into greater capacity. If you've ever felt pulled toward a path you “can't not do,” or if your inner life is asking more of you right now, this conversation is for you. Let's get to it! In this episode: (00:00) – Intro (00:42) – “Deep in the oatmeal” and the role of humor in a serious life (02:11) – How Parker's spiritual life slowly took shape (13:08) – Choosing to stay at Pendle Hill—and what that meant for Parker's family (23:45) – How to tell the difference between a passing idea and a true calling (31:40) – A radically different way of being in community (40:45) – Why presence matters more than fixing (52:35) – The unlikely beginnings of the Center for Courage & Renewal (01:05:17) – What 30 years of building an organization has taught Parker (01:15:06) – Solitude, nature, and marriage as sustaining practices (01:22:31) – Aging, loss, and staying open to what's next (01:30:39) – The two ways a heart can break Get full show notes and links at https://GoodWorkShow.com. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@barrettabrooks.
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It all comes down to this. A friendship buried under the weight of secrets, lies, and treachery comes to a head at the Fortress of Solitude. This episode has everything: action, tears, a little bit of aura-blasting. Don't miss this series highlight as we get into all the emotions around Lex and Michael's final full episode of Smallville. You will not want to miss this. Derek Russell, our friend, patron, and man with the long-running Smallville/Superman-adjacent podcast, Super House of El, also joins us to break it all down even further. Thank you to our sponsors:
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"The moment being alone stops bothering you, your whole life levels up." —Uriel Maksumov With the holidays upon us, I have come to discover an unexpected gift of enjoying my own company during this time of year - the realization of what I most enjoy about the holidays. And here's the catch: when it is chosen, it is liberating. It's clarifying, and as the quote above acknowledges, it is life-elevating. This doesn't mean we are alone 24 hours a day, or even live alone. What solitude, regularly savored, gives us is the life we say we want, but either haven't yet realized or haven't yet trusted to be dependable in what it gives us. As we'll talk about further along in our post today, part of the reason those of us who already do enjoy our solitude, however much or little we have, may doubt the nourishment is because our culture doesn't value it or speak about it in as praising terms as it does social activities and living situations. Words are powerful. Propaganda, persuasive marketing, it all involves words, and how we speak about what is valued, when heard often enough, will influence our trust in what is possible, what we are willing to be brave enough to explore, even with all of the unknowns. "Solitude, which is one of the most agreeable sensations of the natural man, and it is one of the most painful and alarming sensations of the civilised man." ― William J. Dawson, The Quest of the Simple Life The value of solitude, regularly experienced, has the capacity to bring peace not only into our lives but also, consequently, expand more widely into a community of peaceful people. And what better time of year to talk about peace on earth, non? How can we bring about more peace? By finding true peace within ourselves. Where do we find what we have so far been unable to locate to experience this peace - in the companionship of ourselves. No, I am not saying you have to be single, but you can be. No, I am not saying you have to spend all day, all week alone, but you can. As you will discover below, the amount of solitude is as unique as each individual. The key lies in the ingredients of the solitude we partake in. Let's take a look at how to embrace solitude, what we gain from it, and how to change the narrative around solitude in our culture. "All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone." —Blaise Pascal, a seventeenth-century French mathematician, inventor and philosopher Find the Show Notes for episode #416 on The Simply Luxurious Life blog - https://thesimplyluxuriouslife.com/podcast416
Ep. 363: Beatrice Loayza and Adam Nayman on 2025 in movies: The Testament of Ann Lee, Sinners, Dracula, Bugonia, Eddington, Hamnet, and much more Welcome to The Last Thing I Saw, with your host, Nicolas Rapold. For a look at the films of 2025, I'm happy to welcome back two critics who have joined the podcast together before: Adam Nayman (The Ringer) and Beatrice Loayza (The New York Times, The Nation, Criterion Collection). Among the films discussed are The Testament of Ann Lee, Eddington, Afternoons of Solitude, Hamnet, Sinners, Dracula, The Housemaid, Sirat, the latest Avatar installment, One Battle After Another, Train Dreams, and... The Electric State. Plus: Adam and Beatrice's picks for overlooked movies deserving of a second (or first) look. Please support the production of this podcast by signing up at: rapold.substack.com Photo by Steve Snodgrass
Our culture doesn't just move fast—it demands that we keep up. But what do our souls, our families, and our faith lose when we never slow down?Jonathan Youssef is joined again by author and nonprofit leader Kristen Welch for a deeply honest discussion about busyness, spiritual burnout, and the life-giving invitation to sit with Jesus. Kristen shares how years of faithful work and constant activity slowly led her toward spiritual depletion and how solitude and surrender became the pathway back to intimacy with God.Together, Jonathan and Kristen explore the dangers of equating productivity with faithfulness, the role of spiritual disciplines in a distracted world, and what it looks like to lead and live from a place of rest rather than striving.In This Episode, You'll Hear About:Why busyness is often celebrated, but spiritually dangerousThe difference between doing things for God and being with GodHow distraction can quietly create distance from the LordThe role of silence, solitude, and Sabbath in spiritual formationLearning to listen for God's voice in a noisy, over-stimulated worldCreating rhythms and habits that form us toward ChristRediscovering identity as a child of God, not a performerAbout Kristen WelchKristen Welch is an author, speaker, and the founder of the global non-profit, Mercy House Global. She is currently writing a forthcoming book titled The Little Big Life: Quieting the Noise to Find the Secret Place with Jesus, to be released in the fall of 2026.Subscribe & Share:If this episode challenged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others.Follow Candid Conversations on social media:Instagram: @candidpodTikTok: @officiallycandidpodYouTube: @CandidPod
Buckle up for a different type of day in Wyoming's Bighorn mountains. The sisters chat about mountain microclimates and considering weather conditions as they plan to cross Florence pass. But their plans go sideways when something unexpected occurs. Tune in as the proverbial s*** hits the fan… er, leg. As Carrie puts it, “In life, things don't always go the way that you want. But with a good attitude, things can still go the best way they could've possibly gone.”
How well can we know someone through the objects they encountered? In this episode, Jacke talks to Kathryn Sutherland, Senior Research fellow at St. Anne's College, Oxford, about her new book Jane Austen in 41 Objects, which examines the objects Jane Austen encountered during her life alongside newer memorabilia inspired by the life she lived. PLUS Jacke takes a look at Gabriel García Márquez's classic multigenerational magical realist novel 100 Years of Solitude, which lands at #5 on the list of the Greatest Books of All Time. Join Jacke on a trip through literary England! Join Jacke and fellow literature fans on an eight-day journey through literary England in partnership with John Shors Travel in May 2026! Scheduled stops include The Charles Dickens Museum, Dr. Johnson's house, Jane Austen's Bath, Tolkien's Oxford, Shakespeare's Globe Theater, and more. Learn more by emailing jackewilsonauthor@gmail.com or masahiko@johnshorstravel.com, or by contacting us through our website historyofliterature.com. Mid-December update: Act soon - there are only two spots left! The music in this episode is by Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal. Learn more at gabrielruizbernal.com. Help support the show at patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate . The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Does the mid-December energy feel louder and more frantic, while you just crave silence?Welcome to The Holiday Sanctuary, a special four-part series designed to ground your energy, protect your peace, and help you navigate this season on your own terms.Sunday evenings in December can feel heavy, and seeing images of "perfect" gatherings can make us feel incredibly lonely.In Day 1: Embracing Solitude & Finding Connection, we shift the narrative. We are reframing loneliness into restorative solitude, reminding you that even in the quiet, you are never truly alone.In this episode, you will experience:Heart Coherence Breathing: A powerful breathwork technique (Inhale 5, Exhale 5) to bridge the gap between your mind and emotions.The Golden Web Visualization: A guided journey to connect your inner light with thousands of others listening right now, weaving a web of support across the world.Affirmations for Belonging: Anchoring the belief that your solitude is a sanctuary, not a sadness.Whether you are on your own or surrounded by people but feeling misunderstood, this session offers a safe container to breathe and reconnect.Next Up: Join me tomorrow for Day 2, where we will learn the art of slowing down when the world tries to speed up.
Life moves fast—much faster than our souls were designed to run. Between responsibilities, noise, technology, and distractions, our minds rarely find quiet. Yet Jesus invites us into something radically countercultural: a secret place of stillness with Him. In this devotion, Keri Eichberger reminds us that solitude isn’t merely the absence of people—it's the intentional presence of God. True rest doesn’t come from binge-watching shows, scrolling endlessly, or escaping reality. It comes from withdrawing to be alone with the Lord, letting Him replenish what life drains. Solitude with God is a spiritual practice—a rhythm Jesus modeled throughout His earthly ministry. When we step away from the world’s constant chatter and allow silence to settle in, we make space to hear His voice again. We find peace, clarity, comfort, and spiritual renewal that no substitute can provide. And here's the beautiful thing: As we learn to savor God’s presence in private, His peace begins to follow us everywhere. Solitude becomes something we can carry within us—transforming busy rooms, chaotic moments, and overwhelming days. “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” — Matthew 6:6 Main Takeaways Solitude isn’t isolation—it’s intentionally entering God’s presence. God desires to meet us in stillness, away from noise and distraction. Solitude strengthens our ability to sense God’s presence throughout everyday life. The secret place with God brings spiritual renewal, clarity, and rest. Practicing silence and prayer becomes a portable sanctuary for the soul. Today’s Prayer Glorious God, You are the sweetest gift of solitude. When I retreat from the noise of the world and quiet my heart before You, I find peace and nourishment that only You can give. I confess that I often turn to lesser things to soothe what only Your presence can heal. Teach me to prioritize stillness. Make solitude with You a regular rhythm of my life—one that becomes so natural that I can turn to You anytime, anywhere. Quiet my distractions. Relax my striving. Help me learn to savor Your holy, life-giving presence. Fill me with Your love, joy, and peace as I rest in You today. In Jesus’ precious name,Amen. Reflection Scriptures Psalm 46:10 Isaiah 30:15 Mark 1:35 Psalm 62:1 Want More? Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer on LifeAudio.com Share today’s devotion with someone who needs rest in God Explore related topics on Crosswalk.com and Christianity.com: How to hear God in the quiet What solitude with Jesus looks like Breaking busyness with biblical rest Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
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