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This week's featured story comes from The Willowbee Tree collection. It's called "Feeding the Storm." Clancy is mad. His day has not gone well at all and instead of saying anything to anyone, he has only gotten more and more upset. But then the willow tree takes him to the coast of Newfoundland, Canada where a wolf shows him how the storm inside needs to be expressed and fed in order to pass. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like. Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

The “Perfect” Couple and Infidelity: Why High-Achieving Relationships Break (And What to Do Next) You did everything right. You were the smart couple. The committed couple. The high-achieving, “we've got this” couple. Date nights. Careers. Kids. Goals. You worked hard. You showed up. You performed well. So how did infidelity happen to you? If you've ever thought, “We were the perfect couple. This doesn't make sense,” this episode will open your eyes in the most grounded, compassionate way. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Rachel Dornianu of Sage Counseling & Wellness to unpack the hidden dynamics behind the “perfect couple” myth — and why high-achieving, Type A, perfectionistic relationships are often more vulnerable than they appear. We explore how perfectionism, people-pleasing, high sensitivity, emotional avoidance, and the Gottman “Four Horsemen” quietly erode intimacy over time — even in relationships that look beautiful on the outside. If you're navigating infidelity, feeling blindsided, or wondering how something could fall apart when you both “did everything right,” this episode will help you understand what really happened — and what healing actually requires. Top 3 Takeaways Perfection Isn't the Same as Connection High achievement, polished date nights, and shared goals can mask roommate syndrome, emotional loneliness, and avoidance. When couples stop pausing, attuning, and truly connecting, resentment and unmet needs quietly build beneath the surface. Performance is not intimacy. Infidelity Is Often a Maladaptive Coping Mechanism While betrayal is devastating, it's frequently rooted in avoidance, trauma, shame, unmet emotional needs, and poor coping skills — not pure moral corruption. Understanding the why doesn't excuse the behavior, but it creates clarity. And clarity is the first step toward healing. Healing Requires Addressing What Was Already There Perfectionism. People-pleasing. High sensitivity. Fawning. Walking on eggshells. Avoidance. Emotional flooding. Infidelity doesn't create these patterns — it exposes them. Whether you choose to stay or separate, the real work is learning how to regulate your nervous system, communicate honestly, and stop performing so you can start being. Favorite Quote “Perfection isn't intimacy. Performance isn't connection. And infidelity doesn't create the cracks — it exposes the ones that were already there.” Loving this show? Ready to go deeper? If this episode hit close to home and you're thinking, “This is exactly what happened in my relationship,” you don't have to figure this out alone. Download your free Betrayal Recovery Toolkit at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com and begin making sense of the chaos. If you're ready for personalized support — whether through Voxer coaching, private sessions, or deeper transformational work — visit www.LoraCheadle.com. And if this conversation resonated, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear that perfection is not the goal — connection is. Favorite Hash Tags #PerfectCoupleMyth #InfidelityRecovery #BetrayalHealing #PerfectionismInMarriage #HighAchievingWomen #RelationshipAfterInfidelity #EmotionalIntimacy #MarriageAfterAffair #FlauntPodcast--- About Rachel Dorneanu Rachel Dorneanu (she/her) is a licensed therapist, AASECT- certified sex therapist, and board-certified coach specializing in Anxiety, HSPs, People Pleasing, Perfectionism, and Sex Therapy, with a passion for helping people reconnect with their bodies, reduce shame, and find freedom in their wellness journey. She holds a Master's in Counseling and brings over 8 years of experience working with millennial women and moms. Through her work as a therapist and coach, Rachel integrates evidence-based approaches with compassionate education to normalize topics often left in the dark—like pelvic pain, pleasure, and embodiment. She is known for her relatable, down-to-earth style and her ability to make complex or uncomfortable topics accessible and affirming. Outside of her professional life, Rachel enjoys practicing yoga, spending time with her husband and 2 children, and traveling. Learn more at: www.sagecounselingtherapyandwellness.com  or www.racheldorneanu.com CBT Workbook for Perfectionism: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B91P55R?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzrach0e83-20&creativeASIN=B07B91P55R&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3HY29OX8D6BTK&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_d_asin LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

This week's featured story comes from the Junkyard Tales: All Together Now collection. It's called "Between Friends." Spiro has a very rough morning: he is stuck by a quill, his food is frozen and he slips on the ice. Zippy also has a bad start - he falls down an icy slope and loses his stash of birch bark. When they finally meet that morning, they take out their frustrations on each other - and it takes the work of all the Junkyard friends to help them resolve what happens. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like. Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Send a textDeals that look done can vanish overnight, and the silence that follows can rattle your confidence. I share the unvarnished story of trying to sell my retail store three times, paying for fresh legal packs and profit and loss statements, and being ghosted at the death knock. When the numbers stopped making sense and the joy had already left the building, I chose to close, carry the lease, and fight for a transfer. After false starts and corporate landlord hurdles, a Pilates studio finally took over — and the relief was immediate.Behind the spreadsheets sat something bigger: an identity unspooling. I'd been the buyer and merchant for years, certain on the shop floor and quick on decisions. Letting go pulled me into a midlife reset shaped by sobriety, changing values, and the need to feel rather than outrun grief. That's where burnout crept in. I had joined masterminds — some genuinely supportive — but also found myself in rooms selling bro marketing shortcuts and “10k months” timelines. The highlights praised wins from people in different markets, and I slipped into comparison, doubled down on perfectionism, and worked harder without gaining traction.I dig into what helped me step out of that spiral: filtering advice by business model, capacity, and season; choosing fewer, better actions; and redefining success beyond other people's dashboards. I've shifted my creative focus to Instagram at Sparkle underscore sisterhood, back to community, play, and content that exists because it's fun. Interviews are on the horizon via Instagram Live, a calm fit for my current bandwidth. If you're navigating small business pressure, rising rents, and the myth of instant growth, this story offers practical relief and a reminder that closing a chapter can be a strategic win, not a loss.If the journey resonates, follow along, share this with a friend who needs the sanity check, and hit follow or subscribe. Your reviews and messages keep this space real — what hard choice are you glad you made?

The Questions Everyone Asks After Betrayal (But Are Sometimes Hard to Put Into Words) The Questions Everyone Asks After Betrayal (But Are Sometimes Hard to Put Into Words) begin long before you say them out loud. After betrayal, the questions don't stop. They wake you up at 2 a.m. They loop in your mind while you're driving. They rise in your throat… and sometimes you're too afraid to even ask them. Why does this hurt so much? Will I ever trust again? Should I stay or leave? Am I broken? Will I survive the answer? In this powerful, nervous-system–aware episode, Lora answers the most common questions people search for after infidelity and betrayal — not with platitudes, but with grounded insight, lived experience, and deep compassion. More importantly, she helps you listen for the question beneath the question — the one that's really asking: Am I safe? Am I going to be okay? Can I trust myself again? If you've ever Googled your pain late at night, wondered how long healing takes, or feared that asking the wrong question might make everything worse, this episode is for you. You are not wrong for having questions. You are not weak for needing reassurance. And you are not broken. Top 3 Takeaways The question beneath the question is always about safety. Whether you're asking why it hurts, how long healing takes, or whether you should stay or go — underneath it all is a deeper question: Am I safe? Can I trust myself again? Healing is not linear — but it is possible. The nervous system needs time, regulation, and support. Feeling better is not the same as feeling regulated — and that distinction matters. Trust is rebuilt inside you first. You cannot rely on your partner to restore your safety. Rebuilding self-trust, alignment, and internal steadiness is the foundation for everything else. Favorite Quote “The most important work after betrayal isn't answering the loudest question — it's listening for the question beneath the question.” In This Episode, We Explore: Why betrayal hurts more than you imagined Why your nervous system feels overloaded How long healing really takes Why “stay or go” is often the wrong first question Why triggers persist (and what they actually mean) Whether relationships can truly recover Why you might be afraid to ask certain questions How to listen for the question beneath the question Couples Q&A Invitation If you're in a relationship and have questions about rebuilding trust, repair, reconciliation, or what's realistic after infidelity, we want to hear from you. Lora and her husband, Sean, will be recording a special follow-up episode answering your top couples questions — not as experts pretending it's easy, but as two people who have walked this path. Send your questions to:  Lora@LoraCheadle.com Ask the real ones. The awkward ones. The ones you're afraid to say out loud. Ready for Support? If you're thinking, I don't just need answers — I need support, Lora works privately with: Betrayed partners Couples navigating repair And yes, the partner who betrayed Accountability and compassion can coexist. And healing is possible when both are present. To explore working together, schedule your first session here:  www.IntroductorySession.com LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

Hey Powerhouses! This week we're talking about what happens when you wake up and realize you're living someone else's perfect life—and what it takes to create one that actually fits. Wendy Meadows, seasoned family law attorney, former litigator, certified life coach, mediator, and author of the bestselling book Sparkling Grit, joins us to share her journey from BigLaw burnout to building a practice (and life) on her own terms.We dive into why Wendy left her firm after 13 years (spoiler: asking permission for vacation was the last straw), how Beachbody coaching taught her more about running a business than law school ever did, and why so many lawyers who go solo end up making MORE money while working fewer hours than they ever imagined. Wendy breaks down the math (yes, there's a spreadsheet), walks us through the hardest part of going solo (the breakup conversation with your partners), and explains why hiring an assistant before you think you need one is non-negotiable.We also talk about the Sparkle and Grit framework—why you need both the feminine (sparkle) and masculine (grit) energy to succeed, how to recognize burnout before you hit the wall, and why 2026 is Wendy's year of "ease." Plus, Wendy gets real about her divorce, redefining success on her own terms, and learning to let opportunities flow to her instead of grinding for them.And yes, she wore two different shoes to court. Twice.Sparkling Grit Book: Available on Amazon Connect with Wendy Meadows: LinkedIn: Wendy S. Meadows Instagram: @wendy_s_meadows Website: WendySMeadows.comWendy works with lawyers going solo, provides strategic coaching and systems consulting, and speaks at law firms on burnout prevention and retention. She also coaches high-achieving women who've checked all the boxes but still feel stuck.Work with Erin Gerner:Erin coaches high-achieving female attorneys who are successful on paper but struggling with burnout, identity crisis, and knowing what's next—helping them redefine success on their terms without sacrificing family or wellbeing.Stay connected with Erin Gerner:Website: eringerner.comLinkedIn: Erin GernerInstagram: @eringernerFacebook: Erin Gerner

Es gibt Momente in unserem Leben, die längst vorbei sind und doch tragen wir sie noch mit uns herum. Ein Satz, den wir gesagt haben. Eine Entscheidung, die wir bereuen. Eine Reaktion, die nicht unserer besten Version entsprach. Und obwohl wir heute anders handeln würden, halten wir innerlich an diesem alten Urteil fest.Diese Episode ist eine Einladung, das unsichtbare Gefängnis zu erkennen, in dem so viele von uns leben. Nicht, weil das Leben uns festhält, sondern weil wir uns selbst nicht vergeben haben. Doch du kannst nicht in deiner höchsten Version leben, indem du dich selbst verurteilst. Selbstvergebung ist kein spiritueller Luxus. Sie ist eine Entscheidung. Eine Entscheidung für Ruhe und für die Freiheit nach der du dich sehnst.

This week's featured story comes from the Martin & Sylvia: Saturdays! collection. It's called "The Let Go Approach." It is gift-giving season for Martin and Sylvia's family and Martin has a particularly magical gift for his sister. It is so magical that he wants to give it to her in a magical way. When all his ideas don't seem to work, Daddy suggests he use the 'let go approach'. And what is the 'let go approach? If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like. Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com  Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us! info@sparklestories.com  Enjoy!

Betrayal Trauma Isn't What You Think—Why the Noise After Infidelity Keeps You Stuck If you've ever wondered why betrayal still affects you—even after you've “done the work”—this episode names the real reason. Betrayal trauma isn't just the affair. It's what happens after: the opinions, judgments, bad advice, cultural myths, and even misapplied therapy that flood in when your nervous system is already in shock. That noise keeps you doubting yourself, second-guessing your choices, and feeling stuck—no matter how smart or self-aware you are. In this episode, Lora Cheadle breaks down the noise after betrayal and explains why clarity—not pressure, forgiveness, or forced decisions—is what actually heals. You'll learn how staying after infidelity is often misunderstood, why cheating is rarely about “having your cake and eating it too,” and how even well-meaning professionals can unintentionally re-traumatize you. This is a grounded, trauma-aware conversation for anyone who feels exhausted by everyone else's opinions and just wants to hear their own truth again. Top 3 Takeaways Betrayal trauma intensifies after discovery—not just during the affair. The real damage often comes from the aftermath: judgment, pressure, and narratives that were never built with trauma in mind. Staying after infidelity is not weakness—and it's not letting anyone “get away with it.” Staying can be the harder path, requiring accountability, deep personal work, and nervous-system healing on both sides. Misapplied therapy and self-help can create secondary betrayal. Rushed repair, forced forgiveness, and minimization of trauma often increase confusion instead of clarity. Favorite Quote “Healing begins with clarity. Clarity begins when the noise stops.” LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

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This week's featured story comes from the By Thistle By Thimble collection. It's called "The Gentle Woodsman and the Final Fall Phoebe." At an early age Tobias knew he would never marry. His love of the natural world gave him the sense of connection and dedication that he perceived marriage to be. Not until he is an old man and a late-to-migrate phoebe bird leads him to Dorothea, an expert forager who lives on the other side of the forest — only then does Tobias realize that there is a special kind of magic that comes from spending regular time with a particular friend. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like. Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com  Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

In this episode of Next On Scene, Jaclyn's joined by my incredible makeup artist Carla from Creative Contour by Carla, who is stepping into the spotlight in the most beautiful way. Carla opens up about her journey from feeling self-conscious when she was younger to using makeup as a tool for confidence, creativity, and self-expression. What started as a personal comfort became her passion — and now her purpose: helping others feel empowered in their own skin. We talk about: ✨ How beauty became a bridge to self-worth

We're exploring the second gate of grief from Francis Weller's framework: The Places That Have Not Known Love. Unlike the first gate (episode #249)—which dealt with more of the external losses—this gate turns inward to examine the parts of ourselves we've rejected, hidden, or banished in our need to belong. And this isn't about toxic positivity or pretending everything is fine. It's about integrating the messy, uncomfortable, angry, scared, "too much" parts of yourself—and discovering that when you love what you've rejected, it loses its grip over you.  p.s. Find your Simple Joy practice for this episode right here at our blog.   About: The Joy Lab Podcast blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, ease anxiety, and uplift mood. Join Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek for practical, mindfulness-based tools and positive psychology strategies to build resilience and create lasting joy.   If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! And... if you want to spread some joy and keep this podcast ad-free, then please join our mission by donating (Joy Lab is powered by the nonprofit Pathways North and your donations are tax-deductible).   Like and follow Joy Lab on Socials:  Instagram TikTok Linkedin Watch on YouTube    Sources and notes: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. Imposter phenomenon series: Imposter Syndrome is a Myth (ep. 175) What Imposter Syndrome Really Is (ep. 176)  Self-connection series: Making Self-Connection Your Superpower in 2026 [ep. 243] The Practice of Self-Awareness: Why You're Worth Knowing [ep. 244] Stop Waiting to Accept Yourself: The Truth About Unconditional Self-Acceptance [ep. 245] The Power of Self-Alignment & Reclaiming Your True Self [ep. 246] Self-acceptance episodes: No Need to Hurry, No Need to Sparkle, No Need to Be Anybody But Yourself [ep. 160] Accept Yourself Just As You Are & Then You Can Change [ep. 150] How to Change: External vs Internal Motivators [ep. 145]  Authenticity series: Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe [ep. 216] Embrace Your True Self: Accepted, Connected, & In The Game [ep. 217] The Road Most Travelled: Awakening Through Suffering [ep. 218]  Follow Your Bliss: Awakening to Joy [ep. 219] The Still Small Voice: Awakening with Soulfulness [ep. 220]  Wild Edge of Sorrow by Francis Weller   Full notes, sources, and full transcript available here.   Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

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Happy Mess Day y'all! Feels good to be consistent with the episodes. We jump into another email and a bunch of Reddit posts with the amazing comedian Chris Grace (@chrisgracecomedy). We got people asking about kink, dads afraid of the gay, and more! As a reminder we have a few more episodes with this weird high reverb audio and then we'll have it fixed! Thank you for bearing with us. I'll do a better job of testing out new stuff when batch recording so you don't have to suffer through the reverb this long again! Thanks for listening!Socials: @ourrelationshippod on IG, Ify is @ifynwadiwe on Twitter and IG, Emmy is @ohmyemilylouise on IG Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OurRelationshipPodcastwithIfyandEmilyEmail us at ourrapodcast@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it your responsibility to make your morals known? Yes. Is it your responsibility to have an opinion on ethical issues? Also, yes. Pussy Sparkle Ribbon Inquiries can be made through the website! I'm super excited for you guys to get your very own. And if you're in the San Diego area, my DMs are OPEN. Support the showLove, Lies, and Ley Lines Among the Thorns line edits are D-O-N-E DONE! Preorder here In case you missed it, Strange Familiar Audio Book is now available on Youtube ~ Listen for free here You can find the Owl Crate signed edition of Never the Roses here A very beautiful hardcover edition can be found here The audio book can be listened to here And Kindle Unlimited has Never the Roses digital version! Your friendly neighborhood author is doing author-ly things this upcoming month! Hummingbird House is officially OPEN FOR BOOKING Book your next writer retreat at Hummingbird House in Santa Fe here Upcoming Events ~ LoveLitCon is a weekend of romantasy and bookish fun and I will be attending! Buy LoveLitCon tickets here using LOVE8368 for $10 OFF! https://lovel...

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz reacts to Honkai Star Rail Version 4.0 Trailer: "No Aha at Full Moon" on Notorious Mass Effect. Dive into the painted paradise scroll where a vacant divine throne awaits godhood seekers donning masks for the masses. Amid cosmic fires, the absent god leaves "One Minute of Godhood" for Elation followers. Unpack new characters Yao Guang and Sparxie, alongside Sparkle, Black Swan reruns, and Penacony ties. Analytic Dreamz breaks down storyline twists, voice acting highlights like Ari Thrash as Yao Guang and Lizzie Freeman as Sparxie, plus gameplay reveals for the February 13 launch. Essential Honkai Star Rail 4.0 reaction, gacha tips, lore analysis, and build strategies for Trailblazers. Join analytic dreamz for passionate insights on HSR updates, events, and rewards. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Why Making the ‘Right' Decision Can Feel Impossible After Betrayal Have you ever felt completely stuck trying to make a decision after betrayal — even when you're doing everything “right”? Stay or go. Try again or walk away. Trust your gut… or question it endlessly. After betrayal, even wise, thoughtful decisions can feel impossible to make. Not because you're broken — but because your nervous system is trying to keep you safe. In this episode of FLAUNT!, Lora Cheadle unpacks why decision-making feels so overwhelming after betrayal, how perfectionism and self-blame sneak in when outcomes don't match expectations, and why freeze is a trauma response — not a personal failure. Using a powerful personal story, relatable examples, and trauma-informed insight, Lora reframes what it really means to “choose wisely” and introduces discernment as the missing language betrayed women were never given. You didn't lose your ability to decide. Your system is responding intelligently to uncertainty. Top 3 Takeaways Decision paralysis after betrayal is a nervous system response, not a flaw When expectations collapse, the brain looks for certainty. Freeze is a survival strategy — not proof you can't trust yourself. New information doesn't turn a wise decision into a mistake A decision made with care and discernment deserves respect, even if the outcome changes later. Self-trust isn't about being right — it's about staying with yourself Real self-trust means knowing you won't abandon yourself when things evolve, unravel, or feel uncertain. Favorite Quotes “You didn't choose wrong. You exercised discernment — and the story kept unfolding.” “Self-trust isn't about being right. It's about knowing you won't abandon yourself when things change.” “New information doesn't retroactively make you wrong.” “Blaming yourself isn't truth. It's an attempt to feel powerful again after uncertainty.” LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

Welcome to an unexpected chaos month friends! Happy Galentine's! Jacqueline and Meghan talk about year 2 of Sparkle Night and the food and conversation and drinks. As usual there are outfit crisis', shoes stuck in grates and a very special what we like this week. Follow LTP on Social Media

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This week's featured story comes from The Willowbee Tree collection. It's called "Being Yourself." It is summertime, and the Willowbee children are enjoying a visit from their cousins. Piper and Little Ty love how their cousins like to play rowdy, noisy games, but Clancy does not. He tries to be more like the others, but it is difficult and tiring. When the willow tree takes him to the Galapagos Islands and introduces him to the many strange and unique animals there, Clancy learns the value of being himself. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like. Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com  Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!  

In this conversation we explore the benefits of removing attachments.We talk about insights from A Course In Miracles.We speak about Wicca and how Empress left Christian Churches.We speak of Love and of how we all come from the same source.We speak about the Holy Relationship and the Special Relationship, about how the world came about and how it will end.In this conversation you will be inspired to change your mind.

On the Morning News Express, Bob Miller welcomed a special guest, Melinda Moss, who shared her incredible experience competing with her dog Sparkle in the Dog Agility Finals at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show over the weekend. Melinda talked about the dedication it takes to train for agility at that level, the bond between handler and dog, and what it was like stepping onto one of the biggest stages in the dog world. A feel-good conversation that was equal parts impressive and heartwarming.

Why Understanding Your Attachment Style Isn't Enough After Infidelity with Bryan Power Attachment theory is everywhere right now — anxious, avoidant, fearful, secure — but after infidelity, simply understanding your attachment style doesn't stop the emotional whiplash. In this powerful episode, Lora Cheadle is joined by Bryan Power, a Certified Integrated Attachment Theory Coach, for an honest, grounded conversation about how attachment wounds actually show up after betrayal — and what it really takes to heal them. Together, they break down the four attachment styles, explore why betrayal hits attachment at its core, and walk through the six pillars of Integrated Attachment Theory — practical tools that move you from survival and confusion into clarity, safety, and secure connection. This episode goes beyond theory. You'll learn why insight alone doesn't regulate the nervous system, how subconscious wounds drive behavior, and what helps betrayed partners stop feeling “crazy” when triggers hit — without excusing betrayal or bypassing accountability. If you've ever thought, “I know what's happening — so why does it still hurt this much?” — this episode is for you. Top 3 Takeaways Knowing your attachment style doesn't equal healing You can name your pattern perfectly and still panic when your partner withdraws. Healing happens through felt safety, not logic alone. Betrayal exposes unhealed attachment wounds — in both partners Infidelity doesn't come from nowhere. It often reveals deep subconscious beliefs around safety, abandonment, worth, and betrayal that were never healed. Secure attachment is built — not born Through the six pillars of Integrated Attachment Theory — core wounds, needs, emotions, boundaries, communication, and behavior — couples can move toward safety, clarity, and conscious connection. Favorite Quote “Attachment wounds don't heal through understanding. They heal through safety — again and again — in real time.” About Bryan In 2024 Bryan Power and his wife would go from having a pretty good relationship to a complete relationship failure. That failure culminated with a restraining order his wife would put against him for her emotional safety. During that breakup time, Bryan would discover the Integrated Attachment Theory Program that would ultimately provide him with the insights and tools necessary to put their relationship back together. Now Bryan uses his inspirational story, personal insights and the integrated attachment theory program to teach others how to use their breakup the get the breakthroughs they have been looking for.  Resources & Links https://www.myrelationshipfail.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanwpower/ https://www.youtube.com/@myrelationshipfail https://www.instagram.com/myrelationshipfail/ LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

We're back with a brand new season of Melfest Friday as we provide the best coverage of Melodifestivalen 2026. We'll be here every week with the best preview to the forthcoming weekend's action, including the best guests and behind the scenes gossip.This week we begin with Aftonbladet's Eurovision veteran Tobbe Ek as he looks ahead to the coming weeks, while we also catch up with Jacqline on her return to the competition in this Saturday's first live show.Click this link to sign up to The Euro Trip + on Patreon for just £4.99 a month.To support the podcast, head to Buy Me A CoffeeFollow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok or email hello@eurotrippodcast.com, and find us online at eurotrippodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's featured story comes from the Sparkle Sleepytime collection. It's called "Johnny Shark." Johnny Shark loves to explore. His aunts and uncles often take him on adventures to see beautiful coral, deep caves, or gardens of seaweed. One day Johnny's uncle takes him to see a shipwreck and Johnny gets to do some exploring all on his own. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.  Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Why do most New Year's resolutions fail by week three? Often because we don't really connect with those resolutions. In this episode, we'll build on our self-connection series to see how that work of connecting with our true self can inform goals that we're more likely to achieve. We'll focus on a two-step framework for goal achievement: fit (goals that match your authentic values) and grit (sustained effort that doesn't lead to burnout). If you haven't caught the rest of this series, head back to episode 243 for the first part.  p.s., Find your Simple Joy practice for this episode right here at our blog.   About: The Joy Lab Podcast blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, ease anxiety, and uplift mood. Join Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek for practical, mindfulness-based tools and positive psychology strategies to build resilience and create lasting joy. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!   Like and follow Joy Lab on Socials:  Instagram TikTok Linkedin Watch on YouTube    Sources and Notes: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. Self-connection series: Making Self-Connection Your Superpower in 2026 [ep. 243] The Practice of Self-Awareness: Why You're Worth Knowing [ep. 244] Stop Waiting to Accept Yourself: The Truth About Unconditional Self-Acceptance [ep. 245] The Power of Self-Alignment & Reclaiming Your True Self [ep. 246] Self-acceptance episodes: No Need to Hurry, No Need to Sparkle, No Need to Be Anybody But Yourself [ep. 160] Accept Yourself Just As You Are & Then You Can Change [ep. 150] How to Change: External vs Internal Motivators [ep. 145]  Authenticity series: Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe [ep. 216] Embrace Your True Self: Accepted, Connected, & In The Game [ep. 217] The Road Most Travelled: Awakening Through Suffering [ep. 218]  Follow Your Bliss: Awakening to Joy [ep. 219] The Still Small Voice: Awakening with Soulfulness [ep. 220] More on inspiration and goal-setting: Inspiration: The Engine of Joy" ... gives some great basics for this element of inspiration) [ep. 10] Resolution #1: You Don't Need to Be Fixed [ep. 40] The Myths of Change [ep. 41] Five Principles for Inspired Change (or something that looks remarkably like it) [ep. 42] Harmonious vs. Obsessive Passions [ep. 43]  Dr. Angela Duckworth's website. "You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, and how you can still come out of it." — Maya Angelou   Full transcript here   Coming Next Month on Joy Lab Next month starts our series on grief. If you're wondering what that has to do with joy, well, it has everything to do with joy. The truth is we can't have one without the other. In the series, we'll explore how to move with and through grief more skillfully so that your joy can grow too.  The Science of Goal Setting: Fit (with self-connection) and Grit (with harmonious passion)  Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

Have you ever felt burned out? Not the "I don't feel like working today" kind—but the deep burnout where you're gaining weight you can't explain, nothing brings you joy, and you're hanging on by your fingernails just trying to get through each day? Former family law litigator Wendy Meadows knows this intimately. After years of fighting in courtrooms and bringing that combative energy home, she made a shift that changed everything. She became a health and wellness coach, discovered how coaching could transform her legal practice, and eventually left litigation for collaborative law and coaching high-achieving women. In this conversation, we talk about recognizing when there's more for you, what work-life balance actually looks like (spoiler: it's not perfect), and why the girlfriends who call you out might be your most valuable asset. Wendy is the author of "Sparkle and Grit" and helps women who've checked all the boxes but still feel stuck break free from burnout and live on purpose.   What You'll Learn Why burnout is more than just exhaustion—it's disconnection How real coaching (the kind without fluff) can change a legal practice… and a life What to listen to daily to reconnect with what matters today Why collaborative solutions can still be powerful ones The power of friendships that hold space instead of judgment   Special gift from Wendy: Pause Time Playbook - A 7-Day Guided Playbook for High-Achievers in High-Stress Environments - https://www.sparkleandgrit.com/playbook  Connect with Wendy here: Website: https://www.sparkleandgrit.com/ and https://wendysmeadows.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-sare-meadows-ba80285/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100072318214998  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy_s_meadows/    About Wendy Meadows Wendy S. Meadows is a seasoned family law attorney, former litigator, certified life Coach, and mediator. She is also the author of the best-selling book, sparkle & GRIT, a framework that helps high-achieving women break free from burnout and live on Purpose.    Today, Wendy helps women who've "checked all the boxes" but still feel stuck. She blends practical strategies with compassionate mindset work to help them reboot their habits, re-ignite their purpose, and build lives that actually fit. She also works closely with lawyers— especially those ready to go solo or restructure their practices—offering strategic coaching, systems consulting, and speaking engagements for law firms looking to prevent burnout, increase retention, and foster sustainable success.   About Sarah Walton: Sarah Walton is a business coach specializing in helping women entrepreneurs overcome internal barriers to success. With a background in trauma-informed coaching and nervous system regulation, she takes a holistic approach that addresses both mindset and tactical business skills. Featured on The Today Show and speaking at women's conferences worldwide, Sarah has helped hundreds of women build profitable, sustainable businesses aligned with their values while healing the deeper blocks that keep them playing small. She's the creator of The Money Mindset Course, The Abundance Academy, and Effortless Sales, and the host of the 5-star-rated Game On Girlfriend® Podcast, becoming the go-to source for women who want to build businesses that honor both their ambition and their nervous system's need for safety.   Free Gift from Sarah: Get Sarah's Freedom Calculator and discover how much your business needs to make so you can finally be free. Download: sarahwalton.com/freedom   Learn from Sarah: Explore Sarah's online courses and free resources to start building your business with confidence. Online Courses: sarahwalton.com/online-courses  Free Resources: sarahwalton.com/free-resources       Work with Sarah: Ready to build a business that actually supports your life? Book a free 15-minute call with Sarah: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=13047670&appointmentType=34706781    Connect with Sarah: Website: https://sarahwalton.com/podcast  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSarahWalton Instagram: https://instagram.com/thesarahwalton Related Game On Girlfriend® Episodes Episode 253: Ready to Reinvent Yourself? A Conversation With Anita Rombough - https://sarahwalton.com/reinvent-yourself/ Episode 153: Loneliness: The Truth About Entrepreneurship That No One Tells You About - https://sarahwalton.com/loneliness-entrepreneurship/ Episode 267: Build Your Business Without Burnout And Make More Money with Marissa Roberts - https://sarahwalton.com/business-without-burnout/   Thank you so much for listening. I'm honored that you're here and would be grateful if you could leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts by clicking here, scrolling to the bottom, and clicking "Write a review." Then, we'll get to inspire even more people! (If you're not sure how to leave a review, you can watch this quick tutorial.)  

Don't resist Pussy Sparkle because it's happening, and so is the Magic Reborn audio book. My take on the Taylor Swift leaked text messages and also female friendships in general. And my response to being ghosted. Join me for your First Cup of Coffee every Monday at 9:30AM and suggest a topic or ask a question here at The Morning Refill. Love, Lies, and Ley Lines is OUT NOW Support the showAmong the Thorns line edits are D-O-N-E DONE! Preorder here In case you missed it, Strange Familiar Audio Book is now available on Youtube ~ Listen for free here You can find the Owl Crate signed edition of Never the Roses here A very beautiful hardcover edition can be found here The audio book can be listened to here And Kindle Unlimited has Never the Roses digital version! Your friendly neighborhood author is doing author-ly things this upcoming month! Hummingbird House is officially OPEN FOR BOOKING Book your next writer retreat at Hummingbird House in Santa Fe here Upcoming Events ~ LoveLitCon is a weekend of romantasy and bookish fun and I will be attending! Buy LoveLitCon tickets here using LOVE8368 for $10 OFF! https://lovelit.com/ Tuscon Festival of Books is March 14th-15th this year! See you there *Wink* ...

The Real Reason Betrayal Feels Like an Emotional Roller Coaster (What to Do About It) One minute you're steady. Clear. Even hopeful. And the next minute you hear their name… see a movie scene… hit an anniversary… and you're right back on the floor wondering, What is wrong with me? Nothing is wrong with you. In this episode, I break down the real reason betrayal feels like an emotional rollercoaster—and why those swings don't mean you're failing. You'll learn the difference between knowledge (understanding what happened) and integration (your nervous system actually living from safety again), why relief can feel like healing (even when it isn't), and what it truly takes to calm the spirals for good—so you can stop questioning your progress and start rebuilding steady self-trust. Top 3 Takeaways Feeling better isn't the same as being healed. Insight can bring real relief—but relief can masquerade as completion. That “aha” moment is knowledge… not integration. Triggers don't mean you're back at square one. Hearing the affair partner's name, seeing a text, watching a movie scene—those reactions aren't proof you're broken. They're proof your body is still learning safety. Integration is where healing actually happens. Healing lives in your moment-to-moment responses: how you regulate, what you say, what you choose, and how you show up when your system is activated. Who This Episode Is For Women who feel steady one day and wrecked the next, and don't understand why Listeners who've read the books, binged the podcasts, gone to therapy… and still feel “better only sometimes” Anyone who keeps thinking, “Why am I still triggered?” and wants a grounded explanation that doesn't pathologize them Favorite Quote “Calm is not the same as change. Knowledge lives in the mind—integration lives in the body.” LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

TRENDING - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent compares California Governor Gavin Newsom to a Sparkle Beach Ken Doll during Davos speech, Ghislaine Maxwell set to testify on Capitol Hill, Florida Sheriff's office new Facebook cover goes viral as women ask if the featured officer is single, a Tampa Bay 28 investigative report reveals AI-generated evidence is landing people in jail, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt vehemently denies Trump's Iceland-Greenland flub at Davos, and Barron Trump helped saved a friend's life during a domestic dispute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's featured story comes from the Libby & Dish: Adventures of the Finder's Club collection. It's called "Part One: A New Kind of Adventure." Libby, Juan Paco, and Morgan's weekly adventure hike in the park has reached an impasse. Libby likes the path they always take, but Morgan wants to go somewhere new. What to do? Luckily, Dish has a suggestion that not only bridges the impasse, but opens the door to discovering something magical and completely unexpected! If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.  Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent just went scorched earth on Governor Newsom at Davos, labeling him "American Psycho" meets "Sparkle Beach Ken." Gary and Shannon break down the seemingly epic trolling and the President’s new "Piece of Ice" nickname for Greenland. Plus, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell joins the show to discuss a federal judge’s ban on "less-lethal" weapons and a chaotic morning shooting in Willowbrook. Trolling Newsom: Why the Trump administration is calling the Governor "Patrick Bateman" on the world stage. Chief Jim McDonnell: The Chief sounds off on the 40mm launcher ban and why it puts officers in a dangerous bind. The Greenland Update: President Trump promises "no force" in Davos, but the rhetoric is heating up. Willowbrook Standoff: Breaking details on the federal agent-involved shooting that triggered a massive response. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're talking about self-alignment today—the final piece of our self-connection series and perhaps the most challenging. What does it really mean to be "comfortable in your own skin"? More than just knowing yourself (self-awareness) or accepting yourself (self-acceptance), self-alignment is about acting in ways consistent with your authentic values, preferences, and internal states. We'll dig into the obstacles of self-alignment and strategies to overcome them, including designing a "values tattoo" that visually captures what matters most to you. p.s., Find your Simple Joy practice for this episode right here at our blog.   About: The Joy Lab Podcast blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, ease anxiety, and uplift mood. Join Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek for practical, mindfulness-based tools and positive psychology strategies to build resilience and create lasting joy. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!   Like and follow Joy Lab on Socials:  Instagram TikTok Linkedin YouTube   Watch this episode on YouTube   Sources and Notes: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. Self-connection series: Making Self-Connection Your Superpower in 2026 [ep. 243] The Practice of Self-Awareness: Why You're Worth Knowing [ep. 244] Stop Waiting to Accept Yourself: The Truth About Unconditional Self-Acceptance [ep. 245] Title here [ep. 246] Self-acceptance episodes: No Need to Hurry, No Need to Sparkle, No Need to Be Anybody But Yourself [ep. 160] Accept Yourself Just As You Are & Then You Can Change [ep. 150] How to Change: External vs Internal Motivators [ep. 145]  Authenticity series: Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe [ep. 216] Embrace Your True Self: Accepted, Connected, & In The Game [ep. 217] The Road Most Travelled: Awakening Through Suffering [ep. 218]  Follow Your Bliss: Awakening to Joy [ep. 219] The Still Small Voice: Awakening with Soulfulness [ep. 220] More on inspiration and goal-setting: Inspiration: The Engine of Joy" ... gives some great basics for this element of inspiration) [ep. 10] Resolution #1: You Don't Need to Be Fixed [ep. 40] The Myths of Change [ep. 41] Five Principles for Inspired Change (or something that looks remarkably like it) [ep. 42] Harmonious vs. Obsessive Passions [ep. 43]  May Sarton: "Now I become myself. It's taken time, many years, and places I have been dissolved and shaken, worn other people's faces." Parker Palmer: "What a long time it can take to become the person one has always been. How often in the process we mask ourselves in faces that are not our own." Mahatma Gandhi: "Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony."    Full transcript available here   Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

In this episode, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Audra joins Mike and Glenn to share a profound narrative of resilience and transformation. Moving beyond her past, Audra discusses her evolution from "sick to sparkle," detailing how she traded the shadows of addiction for a life of purpose and clarity. Her music serves as a beacon for those navigating their own sober journeys, offering a soulful connection for anyone seeking to redefine themselves.

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy recap the week and dive into the State of the Region — covering historic milestones tied to America's 250th anniversary, major community developments, Broadway buzz, local theater highlights, winter fun across the Island, and plenty of feel-good Long Island stories. They also sip, mix, and create their own perfect red wine blend thanks to our friends at RGNY, proving that great Long Island moments can be enjoyed both out and right at home.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight is on Bayles Boat Shop, a historic Long Island landmark taking part in the United States Semiquincentennial.As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Long Island is marking the moment with the Long Island 250th Passport Book, encouraging residents and visitors to explore historic sites and collect commemorative stamps. Bayles Boat Shop was honored as one of the first stops, with John Lanicek presenting the inaugural stamp. We also spoke with Len Carolen, who shared what this milestone means for the shop.Bayles is also building a never-before-used armed whale boat inspired by the Culper Spy Ring, debuting in Port Jefferson Village on May 2nd, highlighting its ongoing role in preserving Long Island history.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#LongIslandLifeSouthampton Expands Beach Access-Southampton plans to spend $25.8 million to buy and demolish an oceanfront mansion, creating a new public beach and protecting a rare maritime dune habitat.Long Island Shows Up for BroadwayBroadway attendance from Long Island is up nearly 11%, with more than 586,000 residents heading into the city this past season.Broadway Close to HomeJohn W. Engeman Theater (Northport): Ring of Fire (Now–March 1)CM Performing Arts Center (Oakdale): Legally Blonde (Now–February 1)The Gateway (Bellport): The Rat Pack Is Back (Jan 23–Feb 15)Did You Know?Tony Award winner Idina Menzel is from Syosset, Long Island.Theater with ImpactCM Performing Arts Center is launching SPARKLE, a new program using theater to help young children with autism build communication skills.Farmingdale Community TheaterFarmingdale Village plans a $5 million, 8,000-square-foot community theater to energize downtown.Sopranos actor Joseph Gannascoli hosted a book signing in Wading River.A Patchogue woman claimed a $1 million New York Lottery prize.Igloo experiences are back at spots across the Island, from North Shore vineyards to Montauk favorites.Sip & CreateThanks to RGNY, the Scielo Blending Kit lets you create your own red wine blend at home.Pick up your very own kit here: https://shop.rgnywine.com/products/scielo-ny-red-wine-blending-kit#thisweekendonlongisland Sponsored by East End GetawayFriday, January 23America 250 Red, White & Blue Ball – Sea Star BallroomThe Warped Tour Band – The SuffolkSaturday, January 24Light the Night Winter Trail Walk – Quogue Wildlife RefugeFireside Session with Randi Fishenfeld – Bay Street TheaterSunday, January 25Westhampton Winter Market (Saturdays through April 25)North Fork Polar Bear Plunge – Veterans Beach, MattituckFor more, visit eastendgetaway.com.#CelebriTEALong Island had a strong Golden Globes showing with Billy Crudup and Judd Apatow, plus Madison Beer is heading to MSG this summer after a recent album signing in West Babylon.#ConnectWithUsInstagram: @longislandteapodcastYouTube: @DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: @longislandteapodcastX: @liteapodcastFacebook: Long Island Tea PodcastEmail: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.comShop: shop.discoverlongisland.comLove the show? Leave us a review and tell us How YOU Doin' at 877-386-6654 x400. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode opens with mic and Nintendo banter before plunging into macOS release pain points: sandboxing, hardened runtime, notarization, Sparkle auto‑updates, and automating releases with GitHub Actions and tags. James and Frank offer practical tips—drag builds into /Applications to test signing—and unpack .NET 10 trimming/reflection pitfalls and CI/CD quirks for anyone shipping native apps outside the App Store. Follow Us Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Merge Conflict: Twitter, Facebook, Website, Chat on Discord Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface ⭐⭐ Review Us (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/merge-conflict/id1133064277?mt=2&ls=1) ⭐⭐ Machine transcription available on http://mergeconflict.fm

Send us a textFollow the hosts on Instagram @alonbenjoseph, @scarlintheshire, @davaucher and @robnudds.Thanks to @skillymusic for the theme tune.

Welcome back to The Viall Files: Reality Recap!  It's an incredible episode today, as we're incredibly excited to welcome Tiffany Haddish and her friends Shermona Long, Selena Martin and Sparkle Clark from the Peacock series Tiffany Haddish Goes Off. It's an incredible conversation that will leave you laughing, crying and filled with love for your friends! Before that though, we get into the RHOSLC drama with Monica online, Reunion Part 1, RHOP and The Valley: Persian Style. You won't want to miss it! "Is it star energy or king pin energy?"  Buy Our Merch: https://shop.viallfiles.com/  Are you interested in being a part of a dating docuseries, with the opportunity of meeting your one? Fill out our casting call! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8_echsNPYsFZZ1tIpyY_aMD75tB3kZwKWCfgVZuYeS-xJQg/viewform Subscribe to The ENVY Media Newsletter Today: https://www.viallfiles.com/newsletter  Listen to Humble Brag with Cynthia Bailey and Crystal Kung Minkoff. Available wherever you get your podcasts and YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@humblebragpod https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/humble-brag-with-crystal-and-cynthia/id1774286896 Start your 7 Day Free Trial of Viall Files + here: https://viallfiles.supportingcast.fm/  Please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@theviallfiles.com to be a part of our Monday episodes. Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheViallFiles Listen To Disrespectfully now! Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrespectfully/id1516710301 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J6DW1KeDX6SpoVEuQpl7z?si=c35995a56b8d4038 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCh8MqSsiGkfJcWhkan0D0w To Order Nick's Book Go To: http://www.viallfiles.com  If you would like to get some texting advice on Office Hours send an email to asknick@theviallfiles.com with "Texting Office Hours" in the subject line! To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/theviallfiles   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Merit Beauty - Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at https://meritbeauty.com  Chewy - Chewy has everything you need to keep your pet happy and healthy. And right now you can save $20 on your first order and get free shipping by going to https://chewpanions.chewy.com/viallfiles  Upside- Upside has given back $1 Billion dollars to its users. To find out how much you could earn, Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code VIALL to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. Wayfair - Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Upwork - Right now, when you spend $1,000 on Upwork Business Plus, you'll get $500 in credit. Go to https://upwork.com/save now and claim the offer before 1/31/2026. Coop Sleep Goods - Let Coop help you show up feeling rejuvenated and ready to go. Get 20% off your first order and try Coop risk-free with a 100-night sleep-better guarantee at https://coopsleepgoods.com/viall  Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 07:46 - Crystal's Party 19:35 - Household Headlines 30:08 - RHOSLC 35:48 - RHOP 41:22 - The Valley: Persian Style 45:32 - Tiffany, Sparkle, Selena, and Shermona Join 01:24:25 - Outro Episode Socials:  @viallfiles @nickviall @nnataliejjoy @tiffanyhaddish @your_realestatequeen @just_sel @therealsparkle_c @susiecevans @ciaracrobinson @justinkaphillips @leahgsilberstein @the_mare_bare

This week's featured story comes from the Junkyard Tales collection. It's called "A Time for Play." Dawn breaks and the Junkyard is covered in balls of ice. Ben Thompson learns all about "hail" and that it can lead to a lot of fun. Everyone joins in the fun, except the steadfast watchdog Sergeant. Can they entice him to play? If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.  Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Most of us are wait to accept ourselves after we achieve our goals—after we get that award, land the job, or fix that flaw. But this approach keeps us trapped in an endless cycle of unworthiness. In this episode, we'll dig into why self-acceptance is actually the most powerful fuel for growth and healing. We'll also spend some extra time on the difference between conditional and unconditional self-acceptance, why our minds constantly judge us, and practical ways to break free from self-criticism. If you've ever felt stuck in patterns of negative self-talk or believed you need to be "fixed" before you deserve acceptance, this episode offers a compassionate, scientifically-grounded path forward. About: The Joy Lab Podcast blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, ease anxiety, and uplift mood. Join Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek for practical, mindfulness-based tools and positive psychology strategies to build resilience and create lasting joy. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!   Like and follow Joy Lab on Socials:  Instagram TikTok Linkedin Watch on YouTube   Sources and Notes: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. Related Joy Lab Podcast Episodes Self-connection series: Making Self-Connection Your Superpower in 2026 [ep. 243] The Practice of Self-Awareness: Why You're Worth Knowing [ep. 244] Self-acceptance episodes: No Need to Hurry, No Need to Sparkle, No Need to Be Anybody But Yourself [ep. 160] Accept Yourself Just As You Are & Then You Can Change [ep. 150] How to Change: External vs Internal Motivators [ep. 145]  Authenticity series: Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe [ep. 216] Embrace Your True Self: Accepted, Connected, & In The Game [ep. 217] The Road Most Travelled: Awakening Through Suffering [ep. 218]  Follow Your Bliss: Awakening to Joy [ep. 219] The Still Small Voice: Awakening with Soulfulness [ep. 220] Reducing Negative Self-Talk with Illeism [ep. 235] "The truth is belonging starts with self-acceptance. Your level of belonging, in fact, can never be greater than your level of self-acceptance." —Brené Brown Full transcript here. The Illeism Affirmation Practice Create an affirmation using third-person perspective (you, they, or your name) Example: "You are a person worth knowing and you are worthy of acceptance" Pair with supportive touch—place gentle pressure on chest, legs, stomach, or wherever feels comforting Use when self-judgment rises, repeating several times This isn't a magic pill, but it helps the brain take a different road Many Selves List (from previous episode) Review your list with the "you" perspective Add more items using psychological distance Notice how this third-person view allows you to see yourself more compassionately Coming This Month on Joy Lab January's series on Self-Connection will explore: Self-Awareness practices and principles Self-Acceptance techniques for compassionate inner dialogue Self-Alignment strategies for living in integrity with your values Self-Concordant Goals: a powerful alternative to traditional goal-setting Applied mindfulness practices to deepen each component Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

In this Sparkle Snack episode of Stay Sparked, John Halcyon (Hug Nation) and Betsy Finkel (Power Affirmation Project) explore socializing, awkwardness, and simple tools for feeling more relaxed and confident in social situations.If parties, networking events, or even casual gatherings tend to spark anxiety or self-doubt, this conversation offers gentle, practical strategies to help you break the ice and stay grounded—without pretending to be someone you're not.Together, they share: Easy “pocket stories” and specific questions to spark meaningful conversation How to steer conversations away from small talk and toward genuine connection Mindfulness tools for calming the nervous system in social environments Why curiosity and listening are more powerful than performing Letting go of self-judgment, social labels, and the fear of being “awkward” The surprising power of honesty and self-compassion in social momentsThis episode is a reminder that social ease is a learnable skill, not a personality trait—and that connection gets easier when we stop auditioning and start being present.✨☕ This episode is sponsored by www.BecomeLucid.com Lucid is a functional mushroom and nootropic brand designed to fuel mental clarity, focus, and long-term brain health. Their flagship product is a premium mushroom coffee blend infused with clinically studied nootropics—crafted to deliver clean energy without the crash. ✨

This week's featured story comes from the At Home with Martin & Sylvia collection. It's called "The Laundry." Martin and Sylvia help around the house in many ways. They put their dishes in the sink, they dust windowsills, and they help with the vacuuming. Their least favorite task is the laundry — that is, until the dryer breaks and suddenly they need to hang laundry around the house. White sheets become ice cliffs, and dark blue towels become trees. And who is that sleeping under a sunset of red tablecloths and yellow pants? If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.  Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Imani & Steve bounce around a bunch of basketball questions as they battle it out to be at the NBA London Game, Calum Leslie and Producer Susanna try to convince Greg that mittens are sexier than gloves in a winter edition of Sexy or Not Sexy and a guy called Sparkle sparkles on Yesterday's Quiz! Plus, a new Traitors time slot on BBC One has Greg asking whether he can now swear on the Radio 1 Breakfast Show. We're still checking on that one!

This week's featured story comes from the Martin & Sylvia: More Adventures! collection. It's called "Dreaming the Garden." One wintery morning, Mr. Brown invites brother and sister to come to the farm for some "quiet work". They wonder - is it pruning? Building a new chicken coop? Making pies? But the quiet work is much more imaginative than they expect - they are going to help the garden dream. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.  Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This week's featured story comes from the Junkyard Tales: All Together Now collection. It's called "In the Stillness." It is a cold snowy day in the Junkyard, and a single muskrat arrives through the back gate with some incredible news - she is going to have a baby! All the animals then rally to make a warm bed, provide nourishing food and together anticipate the arrival of the new baby. If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says "Start Free Trial," then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like. Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Today is finally the day! Today Your Mom and Dad cover “The Weddings” and the Reunion of Love is Blind Season 9. Wellllllll….even though this season wasn't “successful”, the Reunion episode was absolutely full of shocks and drama! Evan and Jess shout about Kacie's return, Joe being Joe, Nick's apology, Sparkle's news, the final couple's wedding days, and much more! SEND A “CALL HOME” VOICEMAIL QUESTION HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/yourmomanddad  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: ***TUSHY: Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off TUSHY with the code MOMDAD at https://hellotushy.com/MOMDAD  ***BETTER HELP: This episode is sponsored by Better Help! Get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/MOMDAD  ***CASH APP: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/pr7trxup # CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement Cash App Green, overdraft coverage, borrow, cash back offers and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. ***NURTURE LIFE: For 55% off your order + FREE shipping, head to NurtureLife.com/MOMDAD55 and use code MOMDAD55

On this episode, Heather welcomes friend and interior design extraordinaire, Jared Hughes. Jared and Heather chat about how he got into design with his 6th grade bedroom, how to make sure you get the best antiques from your aging relatives, and how to work an estate sale. They take on the voicemails about holiday etiquette and gift giving.Episode Sponsors:Find Kahlúa Dunkin Caramel Swirl at retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Total Wine, Albertsons, Kroger, Ralphs, Safeway, BevMo, Publix, and more. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. [must list at least 3 retailers to be legally compliant]. For additional information, visit Kahlua.com and follow @Kahlua on Instagram.Go toSquarespace.com for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch, squarespace.com/ABSOLUTELY to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.The holidays are closer than ever, so make sure you order by December 16th to get their gift (or yours) underneath the tree in time! Visit Carawayhome.com/ABSOLUTELYNOT to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase. Non-Toxic cookware made modern.For a limited time, Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit ProlonLife.com/ABSOLUTELY to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift.Shop my favorite pajamas at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows And if you're looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today Your Mom and Dad discuss episodes 8 and 9 of Love is Blind Season 9 where the couples have returned home and are officially living together. From meeting each other's families to seeing each other's homes to an awkward rodeo themed group party, Evan and Jess break down the drama as Joe continues to spiral, Ali finds out Anton's secret, Nick comes face to face with Kait, Sparkle is looking at pricey real estate, Edmond and Kalybriah are getting into it, Patrick sits down with Anna, and much more! ***Tune in next Wednesday (12/10) and Friday (12/12) for the final Love is Blind S9 recaps! SEND A “CALL HOME” VOICEMAIL QUESTION HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/yourmomanddad  THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: ***UNCOMMON GOODS: Get 15% off your next gift at https://www.UNCOMMONGOODS.com/momdad ***HIYA: Receive 50% off your first order at https://www.hiyahealth.com/MOMANDDAD ***NUTRAFOL: Get $10 off your first month's subscription plus free shipping at https://www.Nutrafol.com with promo code MOMDAD ***QUINCE: Go to https://www.Quince.com/momdad for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns!