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Michael Bernstam discusses a looming glut of liquefied natural gas driven by record U.S. shale production, which is stabilizing energy prices in Europe. Regarding Russia, he explains that while crude exports continue, Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries have created a domestic manufacturing crisis, leading to fuel shortages for Russian agriculture and industry that are difficult to repair under sanctions. (9)1900

In this episode of the WIIRE podcast, we're getting personal about the mindset behind building a real estate portfolio as women, beyond the constant “hustle harder” messaging. Using Amelia's journey from taking almost a year off buying to closing on another 11‑unit, we unpack: How we define seasons of scaling and stabilizing in our businesses Why nonstop growth without a stabilizing season leads to burnout, chaos, and risky over‑leverage How we've used pruning (selling what no longer serves us) to create space and capital for better deals The role of divine timing, preparation, and working capital in landing the right opportunities How each property has been a building block, not a home run—and how those reps built our confidence We also share candidly about: Choosing to be the bigger person with tenants, contractors, and lenders Letting go of the need to “win” every conflict to protect our peace How masterminds and community helped us think bigger, invest in coaching, and normalize 7‑figure goals Why being in rooms with ambitious women investors completely changed our trajectory If you're a woman trying to decide when to push, when to rest, and how to think bigger in real estate, we recorded this episode for you.     Resources: Book your spot at WIIRE Summer Camp before it fills up Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenant Make sure your name is on the list to secure your spot in The WIIRE Community  Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Leave us a review on Spotify Join our private Facebook Community Connect with us on Instagram

What if the same brain states people spend years chasing through psychedelics could be accessed through meditation alone, and in as little as seven days? In this fascinating solo episode, Darin Olien explores groundbreaking new research from University of California San Diego, Harvard University, Massachusetts General Hospital, and University of Montreal suggesting that meditation may produce brain patterns remarkably similar to those observed during psychedelic experiences. From the suppression of the default mode network and increases in neural complexity to neuroplasticity, endogenous opioids, and measurable biological changes in the bloodstream, Darin unpacks the science behind one of the most powerful, and completely free tools available to human beings. He also walks listeners through a practical seven-day protocol combining focused-attention meditation, Vipassana, breathwork, walking meditation, and loving-kindness practices designed to help cultivate greater awareness, emotional resilience, cognitive flexibility, and inner peace. What You'll Learn The groundbreaking UC San Diego meditation study and its surprising findings Why meditation may create brain states similar to psilocybin What the default mode network is and how it shapes everyday thinking How meditation may reduce rumination, anxiety, and self-referential thought The concept of brain criticality and cognitive flexibility Why post-meditation blood samples stimulated neuronal growth How meditation influences neuroplasticity and whole-body biology The differences between Samatha and Vipassana meditation What advanced monks are teaching scientists about consciousness The limitations and caveats of current meditation research A practical seven-day meditation protocol anyone can begin Why meditation may be one of the most powerful health interventions available today Chapters 00:00:03 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Alkemis and the hidden toxicity of indoor air 00:00:57 – Conventional paints, petrochemicals, and endocrine disruptors 00:01:24 – Why VOCs and PFAS may be affecting your home environment 00:01:55 – Fire-resistant mineral paints and healthier living spaces 00:02:27 – Cradle to Cradle certification and sustainable design 00:03:23 – The meditation study Darin can't stop thinking about 00:03:33 – Scanning the brains and blood of meditators 00:03:44 – Brain activity resembling psilocybin experiences 00:04:09 – The promise of a seven-day meditation protocol 00:04:22 – Psychedelics, consciousness, and dissolving the sense of self 00:04:47 – Ancient practices and modern scientific validation 00:05:23 – Why meditation research is entering a renaissance 00:05:41 – Harvard, Massachusetts General Hospital, and advanced consciousness mapping 00:06:00 – University of Montreal's study of monks with 15,000+ hours of practice 00:06:16 – Why psychedelics and meditation are converging scientifically 00:06:37 – What listeners will learn in today's episode 00:06:54 – Breaking down the UC San Diego retreat study 00:07:18 – Thirty-three hours of meditation, breathwork, and group practice 00:07:42 – EEG scans, blood draws, and laboratory neuron testing 00:08:05 – Reduced activity in the default mode network 00:08:24 – The science of mental chatter and rumination 00:08:50 – Blood plasma stimulating new neuronal growth 00:09:02 – Neuroplasticity and new neural connections 00:09:29 – Increased cellular metabolism and endogenous opioids 00:10:13 – Samatha vs Vipassana meditation explained 00:10:42 – How different meditation styles reshape the brain 00:10:50 – Harvard's advanced meditation consciousness studies 00:11:18 – Mapping concentration states and consciousness cessation 00:11:46 – Ancient contemplative traditions meeting modern neuroscience 00:11:50 – Important limitations of the research 00:12:05 – Why advanced monks aren't average practitioners 00:12:20 – Correlation versus causation in psychedelic comparisons 00:12:48 – What may actually be happening inside the brain 00:13:03 – Understanding the default mode network 00:13:26 – Anxiety, depression, addiction, and overactive self-talk 00:13:53 – Why meditation and psilocybin share common neurological effects 00:14:10 – Beginner studies showing measurable brain changes 00:14:28 – Brain criticality and cognitive adaptability 00:14:48 – The most surprising finding: meditation changes the blood 00:15:05 – Meditation as a whole-body signaling event 00:15:18 – Better sleep, digestion, hormone balance, and recovery 00:15:39 – Neuroplasticity, immune function, metabolism, and pain regulation 00:15:56 – Why meditation may be the ultimate free medicine 00:16:10 – Introducing the seven-day meditation protocol 00:16:34 – Sponsor break: Alkemis Paint 00:19:02 – Building a research-backed at-home meditation practice 00:19:24 – Why consistency matters more than total hours 00:19:41 – Combining focused attention and open monitoring 00:19:53 – Days 1–3: Stabilizing attention 00:20:02 – Morning focused-attention meditation instructions 00:20:34 – Evening body scan practice 00:21:04 – Preparing the brain for deeper awareness 00:21:08 – Days 4–5: Opening awareness through Vipassana 00:21:31 – Letting thoughts, sensations, and sounds pass freely 00:21:39 – Evening box breathing for nervous system regulation 00:22:01 – Why days four and five often feel more challenging 00:22:11 – Days 6–7: Deepening and integrating the practice 00:22:27 – Walking meditation and embodied awareness 00:22:52 – Loving-kindness meditation and compassion training 00:23:02 – Vagal tone, heart rate regulation, and inflammation reduction 00:23:18 – Three rules that determine success 00:23:26 – Eliminating distractions and protecting attention 00:23:36 – Why you should never judge your meditation sessions 00:24:00 – Extending the practice beyond seven days 00:24:19 – Psychedelics, meditation, and the search for transformation 00:24:51 – What the medicine always teaches: sit with yourself 00:25:03 – The wellness industry's tendency to monetize stillness 00:25:20 – Why you don't need expensive tools to transform 00:25:36 – Meditation as radical self-reclamation 00:26:02 – Meeting yourself without distraction 00:26:17 – Final reflections and closing thoughts 00:26:29 – Outro and farewell Thank You to Our Sponsors Alkemis: Go to https://alkemispaint.com/ and use code DARIN10 for 10% off your order. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order. Join the SuperLife Patreon: This is where Darin now shares the deeper work: - weekly voice notes - ingredient trackers - wellness challenges - extended conversations - community accountability - sovereignty practices Join now for only $7.49/month at https://patreon.com/darinolien Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "Perhaps one of the most profound discoveries emerging from modern neuroscience is that many of the states of awareness humans have sought through substances, rituals, and external interventions may already be available within us. Meditation is not simply a relaxation practice—it appears to be a biological, neurological, and consciousness-altering intervention capable of reshaping the brain, changing the body, and transforming how we experience reality. The question is not whether the door exists. The question is whether we are willing to sit still long enough to walk through it." Bibliography/Sources: Here is the fully formatted bibliography for the "Seven Days to a New Brain" episode. It is organized by category, formatted in strict APA Style (7th Edition), and includes a direct link for every single source : Primary Studies Brewer, J. A., Worhunsky, P. D., Gray, J. R., Tang, Y. Y., Weber, J., & Kober, H. (2011). Meditation experience is associated with differences in default mode network activity and connectivity. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 108(50), 20254–20259 . https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1112029108 Lieberman, J. M., Rahrig, H., Britton, W. B., et al. (2025). Toward a neuroscience of consciousness using advanced meditation. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews . https://meditation.mgh.harvard.edu/files/Lieberman_25_NeuroscienceAndBiobehavioralReviews.pdf Pascarella, A., Jerbi, K., et al. (2026). Meditation induces shifts in neural oscillations, brain complexity, and critical dynamics: Novel insights from MEG. Neuroscience of Consciousness . https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41287816/ Patel, H., et al. (2025). Intensive meditation retreat induces rapid changes in brain activity, blood-based biomarkers, and neurotrophic signaling. Communications Biology . https://today.ucsd.edu/story/meditation-retreat-rapidly-reprograms-body-and-mind Shinozuka, K., et al. (2025). Neuroelectrophysiological correlates of extended cessation of consciousness in advanced meditation [Preprint]. bioRxiv . https://meditation.mgh.harvard.edu/files/Shinozuka_25_bioRxiv.pdf Van Lutterveld, R., et al. (2025). An intensively sampled electroencephalography case study of advanced concentration absorption meditation (jhana) [Preprint]. SSRN . https://meditation.mgh.harvard.edu/files/VanLutterveld_25_SSRN.pdf Supporting Press Coverage & Explainers Harvard Gazette. (2026, January). Your brain on advanced meditation . https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2026/01/your-brain-on-advanced-meditation/ Medical Xpress. (2026, February). Study of 12 monks finds meditation heightens brain activity, reshaping neural dynamics . https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-02-monks-meditation-heightens-brain-reshaping.html PsyPost. (2026). Brain scans of Buddhist monks reveal how different meditation styles alter consciousness . https://www.psypost.org/brain-scans-of-buddhist-monks-reveal-how-different-meditation-styles-alter-consciousness/ ScienceDaily. (2026, April 6). Scientists say 7 days of meditation can rewire your brain . https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/04/260406192913.htm UC San Diego Today. (2026). Meditation retreat rapidly reprograms body and mind. UC San Diego News Center . https://today.ucsd.edu/story/meditation-retreat-rapidly-reprograms-body-and-mind Université de Montréal. (2026, January 5). Meditation doesn't rest the brain, it reshapes it. UdeMNouvelles . https://nouvelles.umontreal.ca/en/article/2026/01/05/meditation-doesn-t-rest-the-brain-it-reshapes-it  

The hard market forced a lot of agencies into survival mode. We became insurance hostage negotiators for frustrated clients. But as the market begins to stabilize, this is our opportunity to remember who we really are.We're not order takers, quote machines, or in the business of finding the cheapest policy every six months. We're advisors, educators, and advocates.And the agencies that thrive in the next chapter won't be the ones chasing the lowest price. They'll be the ones creating the deepest trust.Learn more at IntegraPartnerNetwork.com.

In this episode of the For Construction Pros Digging Deeper podcast, join Joe Cavanaugh, P.E., VP and GM of Geopier, a division of CMC, to discover more about the company and what they can do to ensure construction projects get off the ground on the right foot.

I don't do brand partnerships lightly. So when I tell you I became an official GoHighLevel partner, I want you to know exactly why — because I was a skeptic first.In this episode I'm walking through the full story: why I went down the rabbit hole in the first place, what I was trying to solve for in my business before maternity leave, and what actually happened when I got inside the platform. Within three days I was handing over my credit card. Within weeks I had canceled MailerLite, ManyChat, Zapier, SignNow, and more — saving around $3,500 a year immediately.This isn't a sponsored read. It's a full breakdown of what we actually moved over, what it's actually doing for my business and my team, and why I think it's one of the most underrated tools in the online business space right now.Key Takeaways:What I was originally trying to solve for (intimacy at scale — automating client engagement without losing the personal touch)Why I was skeptical of all-in-one platforms and what changed my mind within 72 hoursEverything we migrated over: email marketing, funnels, sales pages, course portals, contracts, calendaring, automations, mastermind application process, affiliates, and moreHow having everything in one place has changed the mental load for me and my team — especially heading into maternity leaveWhy the GoHighLevel + Claude integration is the next frontier and what that's already starting to look likeLinks:GoHighLevel 30-day free trial — double the standard trial so you actually have time to see if it's a fit: https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=taylorslangoScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Integrate AI systems & workflows into your business this weekend: Save $100 on Claude in a WeekendTry out the software I use to run my ENTIRE business: 30 day free trial for Go High Level

(13) Simon Constable and Jim McTague examine global commodities and the economic impact of war, noting that high energy prices, including $8 diesel in France, are straining consumer budgets. While some commodity prices are stabilizing, the ongoing conflict in Iran continues to drive global inflation.1903 TEHRAN

Liz Peek discusses the stabilizing energy markets despite ongoing Middle Eastern tensions, noting that global oil production remains resilient. She also explores Kevin Warsh's potential role as a reformer at the Federal Reserve. (1)1919 VERSAILLES TREATY

Episode #205 Craig Foster – The Hidden Principles that Eliminate Putting Yips, Why Most Instruction Misses the Cause of Poor Putting, and Why Stabilizing 12 of 13 Joints Will Improve your Putting. Craig Foster – (IG: @dynaligngolf, YT: @craigfoster8136, X: @dynaligngolf) is a renowned putting instructor and the creator of DynAlign golf system. His method focuses on dynamic pre-shot alignment – stabilizing 12 of the 13 major joints in the body and aligning the putter as the final step, rather than aiming the putter first. To purchase and download a copy of Craigs Video eBook – DynAlign for Putting: Dynamic Putting Alignment & How To Create A Stable Arc Putting Stroke CLICK HERE. If you would like to be added to our weekly email list click here: http://eepurl.com/dw1j7T This episode is brought to you by Harlestons, premium golf apparel with premium materials. From performance fabrics to tailored fits and timeless color palettes, every Harlestons piece is designed to meet the highest standards - on the course and beyond. Harlestons commitment to quality isn't just a standard; it's a promise they stand behind in every stitch. Visit www.harlestons.com and use discount code GOLF360POD at checkout. Sponsors: Want to know why our communities and nation are struggling? Could the answer be our lack of leadership and quality LEADERS?  Find the answers in this eye opening book; 'Why do we call them LEADERS?: The disgraceful collapse of Americas leadership standards' by Rande Somma.  BUY HERE https://amzn.to/3xkoflG Affiliates:Morozkoforge is the world premiere ice bath. It's not a cold plunge or a cold tank, it's a true bath that makes ice. If you want to experience all the health benefits of ice baths and feel better than ever go to https://www.morozkoforge.com/ and use discount code GOLF360 at checkout to save $500 The Stack System is the games premiere training device to increase your swing speed. Check them out at https://www.thestacksystem.com/ and be sure to enter GOLF360 at checkout for your discount. Payntr Golf Shoes are changing the way shoes help you improve by using traction in three dimensions. This helps you improve your ground reaction forces and ultimately your swing. Check them out at www.payntrgolf/GOLF360 to enjoy a more comfortable way to play golf. Cool Mitts - The science of heat transfer. As your muscles work, their internal temperature rises rapidly. Eventually your muscles activate natural fail-safe mechanisms that shut down the muscle's activity to protect them from excessive heat. The result? ...Fatigue. CoolMitt vasocooling technology quickly sends cooled blood to your muscles via your heart - allowing you to go stronger, faster, longer, and better. Use discount code GOLF360-20 at checkout to get your special discount.  https://coolmitt.com/?ref=GOLF360-20 Get your 15% discount on your next order of JustThrive Probiotic at https://justthrivehealth.com/ (use code: GOLF360) Looking to play one of the best golf courses in the Hilton Head Island area? Be sure to check out Old South Golf Links and have one of the best days ever https://www.oldsouthgolf.com/ Listen to all episodes: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Lm6wxs Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2PnsaFR Golf 360 website: https://www.thegolfparadigm.com/golf-360-podcast.html Follow us on social media at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/g360podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Podcast360 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/G360podcast/        

If you've been doing the work on your OCD or anxiety and you're no longer in crisis — that's real progress. But if you still feel like you're just 'managing' or waiting for the next episode to hit, this video is for you. Most people with OCD and anxiety move between Stage 1 (Surviving) and Stage 2 (Stabilizing) their whole lives — never realizing that Stages 3 and 4 even exist.In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, breaks down the four real internal stages of recovery — not just symptom management, but the complete journey from surviving panic and fear loops all the way to a life of trust, expansion, and genuine freedom. He explains why settling at Stage 2 actually leads to relapse, and what the path from Stage 2 to Stage 4 looks like in practice.This isn't about toxic positivity or telling you recovery is easy. It's a clear, honest map of what real recovery looks like — and a challenge to stop settling for 'good enough' when you're capable of living free.

AI is everywhere right now — and most people are using it like a fancier Google. Ask it a question, get an answer, move on. Maybe ask it to write a caption. And then wonder why it's not actually saving you any time.In this episode I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly how I have Claude set up in my real life and business — from content planning to daily briefings to meal planning — and why the difference between AI costing you time and AI genuinely changing your life comes down to one thing: how it's installed.This isn't a theoretical conversation. I'm sharing the actual systems, the actual integrations, and the actual ways this tool is working on my behalf every single week so I can show up as a creator and a CEO without doing the mental legwork that used to eat up my bandwidth.If you've been feeling like everyone's talking about AI and you're not sure what you're missing — this is the episode.Key Takeaways:The biggest mistake people make with AI (and why it makes the tool feel more exhausting than helpful)What it actually looks like to have Claude trained on your content rhythm, your strategy, and your business contextHow I get a full daily briefing delivered to me every morning — automatically — without touching a single appWhy continuity and context are everything, and how to stop starting from scratch every single timeThe real difference between using AI as a tool and having AI work as a system inside your businessLinks:Claude in a Weekend — I did the system writing and setup for you. Install it in 72 hours and have it working for your specific business: https://go.taylorslango.com/claude-weekendRun your entire business on one platform — I replaced $3,500+ in annual subscriptions with GoHighLevel. Get 30 days free: https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=taylorslangoScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Integrate AI systems & workflows into your business this weekend: Save $100 on Claude in a WeekendTry out the software I use to run my ENTIRE business: 30 day free trial for Go High Level

Five articles from the May 2026 issue summarized in five minutes, with the addition of a brief editorial commentary. The 5-in-5 feature is designed to give readers an overview of articles that may pique their interest and encourage more detailed reading. It may also be used by busy readers who would prefer a brief audio summary in order to select the articles they want to read in full. The featured articles this month are: Restoring Glenoid Concavity: Angled Bone Blocks Provide Biomechanically Superior Function and Restore Glenohumeral Forces Over Flat Constructs in Glenoid Augmentation Lateral Extra-articular Tenodesis Provides Superior Stability in ACL Reconstruction With Posterolateral Tibial Fracture Biomechanical Roles of the Popliteomeniscal Fascicles and Meniscofibular and Meniscotibial Ligaments in Stabilizing the Lateral Meniscus Posterior Horn: A Cadaveric Study Effect of Inflammatory Biomarkers on Patient Symptomatic State at Time of Knee Chondroplasty Duloxetine Improves Early Clinical Outcomes Including Range of Motion, Functional Scores, Pain, and Psychological Distress After Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair in Patients With Anxiety or Depression: Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial Click here to read the articles.

After a decidedly difficult few years in the world of nursing, things have seemingly gotten better — at least, on paper. And that's reflective of a lot of hard work on the part of nursing leaders. But when we look at how long nurses plan to stay in the profession, we see a different story taking shape. In this episode of Radio Advisory, host Abby Burns is joined by Advisory Board nursing expert Ali Knight and Optum expert Sherilynn Quist. Together, they unpack what today's workforce data is really telling us and what it misses, the root causes driving nurses' discontent, and why strengthening the nursing workforce can't be left to nurse leaders alone. We're here to help: Episode | 274: The nurse engagement tactic leaders may be missing Expert Insight | Labor costs continue to go up. What does it mean for health systems? Expert Insight | Engage frontline staff to increase margin Webinar | 5 key trends shaping the nursing workforce today Webinar | Inform your workforce decisions with Advisory Board's benchmarks Learn more | Optum Advisory: Sustainable Growth and Margin Consulting 5 strategies to close gaps in bladder cancer care A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

You're exceptional at what you do. You know your work is good. You know you can help people. And you're still losing them at the door.In Part 3 of the Six-Figure Quarter series, I'm breaking down the thing that's quietly costing more business owners than any strategy mistake ever could — a brand and voice that isn't doing its job.Attention is a currency. And getting people to buy in with theirs is harder than it's ever been. So if your brand feels scattered, your voice feels diluted, or your content isn't landing the way you know it should — this episode is going to name exactly why.I'm breaking it down into three parts: building a brand world that creates unconscious trust, the formula for a voice that actually converts in 2026, and why your personal brand — the parts of you that have nothing to do with what you sell — might be your greatest untapped asset.Key Takeaways:What it actually means for your brand to be a world — and what happens when that world feels disjointed before someone consciously realizes itWhy visual consistency isn't about spending money on branding — and what it's actually costing you when it's missingThe three-part brand voice formula: brevity, clarity, and directness — and which one most business owners are skipping entirelyWhy jargon and "cutting edge" language is losing you people before they ever get to your offerHow showing up as a full human — values, hobbies, grief, the real stuff — creates the kind of resonance that converts cold strangers into long-term clientsLinks:My entire business runs on one platform — get 30 days free with GoHighLevel: https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=taylorslangoContent References:Jawsh- almost 1M followers because his personality SHINES and the format & visuals of his videos are so consistency and the same every single time: https://www.tiktok.com/@chickenjawsh?_r=1&_t=ZP-95x2HHKcdgcJessi- started posting on social media literally 5 months ago and exploded because her video formats are consistent and engaging and her editing is the same time and time again: https://www.instagram.com/jessijeanhome?igsh=MnFkc2NqN2R1czN0One of my friends Alex is exploding and her carousels are so simple and repeatable and saveable: https://www.instagram.com/iamalexandriamaria?igsh=ZHdsd3V0bnZ3eHV6Scaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Integrate AI systems & workflows into your business this weekend: Save $100 on Claude in a WeekendTry out the software I use to run my ENTIRE business: 30 day free trial for Go High Level

You're trying to focus on your work, but that bag of sea salt chips in the pantry is practically shouting your name. You try to ignore it, but five minutes later, you're standing in the kitchen with the lid off the ice cream, wondering why you can't just stop thinking about it. If you know, you know... that relentless mental chatter. If you've tried to quiet this noise in the past and struggled, you were likely fighting an unknown cause: internal programming that most diets completely ignore. Most people don't realize that this chatter isn't a lack of willpower; it's a physiological response that can be rewired at the source.In this episode, we're tackling it head-on. As you discover the 3 pillars to reclaiming your mental freedom, you'll quickly begin to realize what it's like to live without food being the main character of your internal monologue: Stabilizing hunger hormones so your body stops sending you into a spiralEnhancing satiety both physical and psychological, because restriction alone will never workRewiring your brain using neuroscience-based techniques to change how you respond to cravings at the sourceYou'll also hear why GLP-1 medications alone aren't the full answer, the "Yes And" technique for breaking the all-or-nothing cycle, and why managing stress isn't always about meditation, sometimes it means making the hard calls.This isn't another restrictive diet tip. This is about updating your internal programming so you can navigate food, and life, with real, lasting confidence.P.S. I know you're busy, so mark June 8th on your calendar now. That's when our immersive 5-day experience begins, and we'll start the rewiring process for good. Don't even think about starting another diet until you've experienced this. Did you enjoy the episode?  DM me on instagram and let me know what you thought. 

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the U.S.-China summit is over and differences remain.

Ep. 233 | In the last episode of the Path of Love Series with A. H. Almaas, Hameed explores the themes he introduced in the later chapters of his new book, The Inner Beloved. Hameed clarifies the role of mind on the path of heart (the mind is bedazzled and awed; the heart open), and details what happens when we reach the beloved, like “falling in love with everything” and experiencing the absolute as a “coming home” (even though there's no one there!). We learn that, on the path of love, no matter what we do or don't do, a heart-driven force beyond the mind is pulling us onward. Once we arrive, we realize the beloved has always been there—which is why our heart has been longing for the beloved all along.Hameed explains that on the path of love, nonduality becomes intimacy—reality itself is pure intimacy, he says—and in fact, the nonbeingness of the beloved is the ultimate truth of reality. In a state of mystical poverty, we discover that all we are and have ever been has been borrowed from the beloved. The culmination of this Path of Love Series ends very beautifully, the love and intimacy of the beloved pervading Hameed's words and the images he conjures for us. “The world is simply the luminosity of the beloved,” Hameed says. In listening to him, we share in some of the wonderful sense of coming home he experienced, a little of the radiant luminosity, too, and his own ongoing excitement over the ever unfolding mystery of the divine. Recorded April 9, 2026.“We can be in the lap of the beloved and still enjoy life—loving everything from that place.”Topics & Time StampsIntroducing the 4th dialogue in the Path of Love Series with A. H. Almaas, focusing on the role of mind and the culmination of the path (00:49)On the path of love you are heart-driven by forces that mind cannot fathom (01:39)Hameed's experience of falling in love with everything and experiencing the absolute as if “coming home” (03:00)The mind is bedazzled by the Mystery and recognizes its limitation in relation to the heart (08:20)When you get there, you realize the beloved has always been there (11:46)Emptiness beyond normal emptiness: Hameed calls this “absence” (13:05)The great liberation: where there's nothing more to dissolve (17:18)As we are pulled, the love deepens & intensifies; we drown in the passion (22:06)Mystical poverty: the soul recognizes all of its qualities are borrowed from the beloved (25:05)What is right relationship between the realized heart and a healthy mind? (25:51)Krishnamurti would talk about no mind—but he was always using mind (28:40)Cutting through illusion & Hameed's transmission from Manjushri (30:29)True mind: knowing in the moment (38:43)Dissolving dichotomies into wholeness: the world is simply the luminosity of the beloved (43:31)The ultimate truth of reality: the nonbeingness of the beloved (50:21)When tantra is enhanced by real love, then you can dissolve into the vastness (53:30)Stabilizing the realization is the second stage, actualizing the realization and not going back to the “doer” is the third stage (58:51)The dissolution of self doesn't necessarily last: humility is an important step towards making the realization more constant (01:00:46) Nonbeing is the essence of intimacy: being completely one with the inner beloved (01:03:43)On the path of love, nonduality becomes intimacy; reality itself is pure intimacy (01:06:22)For fans of the A. H. Almaas Wisdom Series, the Wisdom Series, based on Hameed's book The Inner Journey Home, will be continued in June 2026.Resources & ReferencesA. H. Almaas, The Inner Beloved: The Heart's Journey to Divine UnityPrevious Deep Transformation Path of Love dialogues: Entering the Path of Heart, Emptying the Heart of All that Obscures the Inner Beloved & Dissolving into Bliss: The Ecstasy of Ego DeathKabir, Indian mystic and poet, Songs of KabirRumi, The Book of Love: Poems of Ecstasy and LongingFakhr al-Din Iraqi, Persian Sufi poet, Divine FlashesSt. John of the Cross, The Dark Night of the SoulKrishnamurti, Indian spiritual figure, speaker, and writerManjushri, bodhisattva of discriminating wisdom, wielding the sword of discriminationAvalokiteśvara, principle bodhisattva in Buddhism, associated with Great CompassionVajrapāṇi, principal bodhisattva in Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying the condensed power, energy, and strength of all the BuddhasJigme Lingpa, a central figure in the Nyingma School of Tibetan BuddhismProclus, Neoplatonic philosopher who hierarchically structures all levels of reality, including the complex subdivisions of the intellectHuston Smith, “The larger the island of knowledge, the longer the shoreline of wonder,” from Beyond the Post-Modern Mind---Deep Transformation's Path of Love Series with A. H. AlmaasDeep Transformation's Path of Love Series with A. H. Almaas begins with an overview of Hameed Ali's Love Trilogy — Love Unveiled, Nondual Love, and The Inner Beloved — to orient us on the spiritual path of love unique to Hameed Ali and the Diamond Approach, then delves into the profound and deeply touching topics Hameed addresses in his most recent book, The Inner Beloved, published in February 2026. Listeners may want to get a copy of this book, to study and follow along on this extraordinary path of awakening. Also, if you are interested in taking a course on The Inner Beloved in the fall of 2026, you can register your interest here: https://da.pages.ontraport.net/inner-beloved-interest.---Special Diamond Approach Course Discount...

Putting Trauma to Sleep: Attachment-Based Neuromodulatory Interventions for Stabilizing the Brainstem by Jaan Reitav, Celeste Thirlwell https://www.amazon.com/Putting-Trauma-Sleep-Attachment-Based-Neuromodulatory/dp/0393714772 Jaanreitav.podia.com Sleep disturbances and trauma are intrinsically linked―so why aren't therapists trained in sleep repair? Anyone who has suffered from trauma knows what it means to have sleepless nights. In fact, research has shown that at the heart of both trauma and sleep disorders is a dysregulated brainstem with heightened sympathetic nervous system activity. Yet, current trauma treatments largely ignore this profound interconnection between trauma and sleep. Putting Trauma to Sleep proposes that incorporating a therapeutic TABS model (traumatic events, attachment disturbances, bodily symptoms, sleep repair), therapists can better aid their clients in both healing from trauma and restoring sleep. With practical clinical approaches and illustrative case examples, sleep specialists Jaan Reitav and Celeste Thirlwell demonstrate how therapists and their clients can integrate sleep repair into trauma work by enhancing parasympathetic nervous system tone and actively attending to shock reactions in the body. Dysfunctional sleeping patterns have been ignored for too long within the psychotherapy sphere; this indispensable resource will transform readers' understanding of both sleep and trauma therapy.

If you've ever said "I feel like I have all the pieces but something still isn't clicking" — this episode is going to reframe everything.In Part 2 of the Six-Figure Quarter series, I'm introducing you to the lens I use to look at every single business I work with: the ecosystem model. Once you see your business this way, you can't unsee it. And more importantly, you'll finally be able to identify why things feel scattered, why revenue feels inconsistent, and why working harder isn't moving the needle.This isn't about finding the missing tactic. It's about understanding the missing architecture — and how to build a business where every single piece is doing its job to move someone toward your anchor offer, without you being the glue holding it all together.I also walk through the exact process I take CEO Mastermind clients through when we build out their ecosystem design — including a real example from a client I just onboarded this week.Key Takeaways:What a healthy business ecosystem actually looks like — and the sneaky ways an unhealthy one bleeds your energy before you even noticeWhy the symptom you're trying to fix is almost never the real problem (and where to actually look)What an anchor offer is, why you need one, and how everything else in your business should relate to itThe difference between a business with rhythm and one that's just a collection of disconnected ideas and offersHow the client journey actually works — and what happens when your ecosystem is cohesive vs. when people are left wanderingLinks:The CEO Mastermind® — where we build your ecosystem design together: [LINK]Run your entire business on one platform. I replaced $3,500+ in annual software subscriptions with GoHighLevel — grab your 30-day free trial here: https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=taylorslangoScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Integrate AI systems & workflows into your business this weekend: Save $100 on Claude in a WeekendTry out the software I use to run my ENTIRE business: 30 day free trial for Go High Level

Hey daar lieve luisteraar Lou hier. In deze aflevering de 5 fases van het herkalibratieproces van je Identity. De shift naar je nieuwe Identity kun je in één keer maken, maar dan… Ik stuitte ‘toevallig' op deze 5 fases en ze gaven me precies het inzicht dat ik nodig had om te begrijpen hoe de wet van polariteit in Identity Based Reality Creation past en ook hierin een teken is dat je juist op de goeie weg bent ook al lijkt de hele boel in te storten. De fase waar ik in zat heeft geleid tot stevige keuzes waaronder het stoppen van Miracle Town. Dit is onder andere waar fase 3 (die ik voor het gemak de ‘shi(f)t storm heb genoemd ) van de 5 fases van het herkalibratieproces, voor bedoeld is. Schoon schip maken. Je ontdoen van de dingen die je niet (meer) dienen zodat je ruimte maakt voor dat wat je werkelijk wilt. Zodat oude Identity Echo's kunnen wegvallen en je steeds steviger in je gekozen identity kunt blijven staan. Want Miracle Town mag dan stoppen maar IK niet. Ik sta weer stevig en stabiel en heb de verleiding van de ‘sirenen' om te vluchten en ook de verleiding van ‘fawning' (zie Radio Show van vorige week) weerstaan om mijn aanbod aan te passen en alles los aan te bieden om zoveel mogelijk mensen tevreden te stemmen. Het blijft gewoon ‘the all access pass' voor the Local District. Je kunt je er tot eind mei voor aanmelden. Je hebt dan toegang tot alles in the Local District waaronder natuurlijk de Identity Shifting & Stabilizing workshop (die los al het zelfde zou kosten als waarvoor je nu alles krijgt) en dan gaan we in juni, juli en augustus gezamenlijk aan de slag met ‘bridging the gap' Juni: the gap is niet wat je denkt dat het is. Juli: ontdek je grootste blokkade die the gap open houdt. Augustus: closing the gap. Iedere maand is voorzien van een somatische meditatie waarmee je daadwerkelijk in het zenuwstelsel stapt van je nieuwe Identity. Ik ben hier momenteel zelf mee aan het werk en.. WAUW. Na augustus stopt Miracle Town en krijgt alles een nieuwe vorm waar ik met mijn team de aankomende maanden mee aan de slag ga. Ik zit nu in fase 4 van de 5 fases van het herkalibratieproces en het regent weer ingevingen, aha's en eureka's. En keuzes dus. Wil je erbij zijn ga dan naar

This transmission reframes the common fear-based narrative around lost souls, entities, and the “dark side.”Instead of seeing them as dangerous forces targeting us, you explain that:1. Most “entities” are not evil — they are lost• Many were once human beings who experienced trauma, death, or abandonment.• They are often confused, suffering, and seeking help—not trying to harm.• Like a distressed child or person in pain, they need guidance, not fear or rejection.⸻2. Fear-based teachings create fragmentation• Many spiritual narratives promote:• Fear of being attacked• Over-protection• Belief in being targeted for having light• This creates disempowerment and instability, especially when opening psychic abilities.⸻3. True power comes from love + sovereignty• Your power comes from:• Heart-centered presence• Compassion• Neutral awareness• Clear boundaries• You don't need fear-based protection — you need clean, intentional boundaries, like closing your door for privacy.⸻4. Your state determines your reality• If you approach entities with fear → you amplify fear.• If you approach from sovereignty → nothing has power over you.• The key is how you initiate your energy.⸻5. You can guide lost souls (simply)• Many don't even realize they are dead.• You can:• Show them their inner light• Help them reconnect to their vertical axis (higher realms / Gaia)• Call in support (angels, guides, star family)• This is not complex or reserved for “advanced” practitioners—it becomes natural with understanding.⸻6. The real work is structural coherence• Spiritual growth is not just “awakening” (passive).• It's about:• Taking responsibility• Stabilizing your energy• Choosing alignment over fear• Fragmentation comes from operating from fear, not from external attack.⸻7. The “dark side” exists—but it's not ultimate power• It's part of a distorted system (inverted matrix) built over time.• It's unstable and collapsing.• You don't need to fight it—you simply choose not to align with it.⸻8. Your sovereignty dissolves interference• The more you:• Embody your power• Trust divine support (God/source)• Act from your soul→ the less anything can affect you.⸻9. Your challenges are initiations, not attacks• Even intense experiences (including your own past) were part of:• Training• Mastery• Activation of your mission• Nothing happens to you—it happens for your evolution.⸻10. The core message• You are not a victim.• You are a sovereign, multidimensional being.• Fear is optional.• Power is cultivated.• Love + structure = mastery.⸻

Russian President Vladimir Putin says interaction between his country and China is the most important factor in stabilizing international relations when he's speaking during a press conference after the celebrations of the Victory Day.

Stabilizing the operational environment around underwriting judgment is the shift that enables decisions to move into the market with greater speed, consistency, and control. In this episode, Barbara Stacer, Vice President, Head of Small Commercial Underwriting and Underwriting Operations at Utica National Insurance Group, examines how governed versioning, traceable approvals, and embedded documentation close the execution gap that slows pricing changes after they leave actuarial. She outlines the practical steps leaders can take to reduce queue time, strengthen auditability, and ensure pricing updates reach production when they matter most. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at https://go.emerj.com/partner1

Nutrition during chemotherapy is one of the most misunderstood parts of cancer care. People are told to boost immunity, eat superfoods, and load up on supplements, but the wrong support at the wrong time can actually make treatment harder. In this episode, Dr. Carling and Alicia break down what nutrition should actually look like during chemo and why the goal is not to push the body harder, but to protect, stabilize, and preserve it. Dr. Carling explains that during chemotherapy, the body is under constant breakdown pressure. Gut lining, muscle tissue, nerve function, and brain health are all at risk. Nutrition's job is to protect those tissues, support digestion and absorption, stabilize blood sugar and energy, and reduce side effects like nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue. She also addresses chemo brain, the do's and don'ts of supplementation, why immune stimulation can be counterproductive, and how acupuncture works alongside nutrition to help the body actually absorb and use what it is being given. In this episode: Why immune balance, not immune stimulation, is the goal during chemotherapy, and what that looks like in practice The four main jobs of nutrition during chemo: tissue protection, digestion support, blood sugar stability, and side effect reduction Practical do's and don'ts including which proteins and fats to prioritize, why aggressive detox protocols are not appropriate, and how to manage nausea, diarrhea, and taste changes How acupuncture reduces nausea, supports digestion, calms the nervous system, and helps the body use nutrition more effectively   For full show notes, resources and links head to: https://vitalhealthcda.com/podcasts/   The Vital Health for You Podcast is for everyone. Get to know us more by connecting with us at our website or on our Facebook page. *Disclaimer: The statements made in this episode about specific products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other healthcare professional. 

This is Episode 1 of the Six-Figure Quarter series I did in Telegram the other week.The last couple of weeks handed me a lot. Unexpected grief, a lot of anticipatory emotion, and a fork in the road about whether to show up anyway. I chose to. And I think the reason why is exactly what this episode is about.Playing full out as the truest version of yourself — not the safest version, not the smallest version — even when life is giving you every reason to shrink. That's where the next level of your business actually lives.In this episode I'm getting honest about the humble pie problem: why so many women who've been building for years have quietly settled into a watered-down version of what they actually want. And what it really costs you to stay there.I'm also walking you through two identity exercises I want you to actually do: the 90-year-old letter and the identity gap T-chart. Because the strategy conversation can wait. This one can't.Key Takeaways:The "humble pie" pattern and why playing it safe isn't protecting you from anythingWhat the $100K certainty exercise reveals about the gap between who you're being and who you need to becomeWhy no strategy can outperform a contracted identity — and what that actually looks like in real business behaviorThe 90-year-old letter exercise and how to use it to close the identity gap fasterHow to build a T-chart that gets radically honest about where you're building walls and blaming your tacticsLinks:Ready to work together? Learn more about the CEO Mastermind® → Apply here.Run your entire business on ONE platform — the tool I use to replace $3,500+ in annual subscriptions: 30-day free trial with my linkScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

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In today's episode, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of quantum computing with Tal David, co-founder and CEO of Quantum Art. From the earliest days of quantum theory to the edge of commercialization, Tal David shares insights on technological breakthroughs, scaling challenges, and the journey from academia and government policy to startup innovation.We explore what it takes to build the world's best quantum computers, the shrinking resource requirements for breaking cryptography, and why now is such an exciting—and pivotal—moment in the quantum industry.Whether you're a quantum curious newcomer or a seasoned expert, today's conversation unpacks the real-world impact, technical nuances, and bold ambitions shaping the future of computation.LinksTal's LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tal-david-5340b423a/The 50 most promising Israeli startups for 2026 https://www.calcalistech.com/ctechnews/article/p9n9w144oWatch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/oOyhUIYKaeITime Stamps00:00 Career journey and startup motivation06:32 Origins and development of quantum computing08:14 Quantum computing advancements13:18 Scaling challenges in quantum computing15:41 Hybrid quantum-classical computing systems19:08 Challenges in developing novel tech24:48 Stabilizing qubits in a vacuum27:23 Connecting ions with laser plucking31:33 Transition from vinyl to digital technology35:51 Military experience fosters responsibility38:18 Israel's emphasis on academia and industry41:21 Future of the quantum industry44:07 Launching new cloud service48:56 Candace and Frank's Quantum Podcast

Strategy will only take you so far. In the finale of the Mastering Multiple 6-Figure Years series, I'm getting honest about what actually separates the women who break through to multiple six figures from the ones who stay stuck — and it has nothing to do with finding the right funnel. Coachability, speed of implementation, the ability to stay in the game without instant gratification, not taking every outcome personally, full commitment, and a genuine desire to master the craft of business: these are the characteristics that make everything else work.If you've been doing "all the right things" and still hitting a ceiling, this is the honest conversation you didn't know you needed.Scaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

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Stress and blood sugar are closely connected in midlife health. Cravings are often signals from the body rather than failures of willpower. In this episode, we explore how stress, sleep, and blood sugar fluctuations drive sugar cravings. Stabilizing these systems can dramatically reduce the urge for quick energy. When do your cravings show up most often?

New to the show? Start Here: https://breakingupwithbingeeating.transistor.fm/start-herePick the listening path that fits what you're dealing with right now.The morning after a hard night of eating can feel heavy—physically and mentally—and it's easy for your brain to start reaching for a “fix”: skipping meals, tightening rules, stepping on the scale, promising to be “very good” today. In this episode, Georgie explains why compensation usually turns into overcompensation, and how that swing adds more pressure to an already unsettled system—making another binge more likely. Instead, this episode lays out a stabilizing approach: listen to your body, return to regular meals, and treat the aftermath with steadiness rather than correction. You'll hear a simple framework for “the morning after” that starts with body stabilization (predictable nourishment, hydration, sleep, gentle care), then mental stabilization (language that keeps choice online—“pressure exceeded capacity” instead of “I blew it”), and finally emotional stabilization (safety and connection instead of shame and isolation). Try this: After a hard eating episode, do nothing dramatic. Eat your next meal, drink water, rest, and get curious about what increased pressure—not how to redeem yourself.

A real-time look at what it feels like when everyday costs jump overnight—and how I keep my footing when the math stops working.Key Points:Prices rising faster than paychecks creates emotional, not just financial, strainThe difference between failing and being squeezed by the systemShifting from convenience to control (small, practical swaps)Stabilizing mindset: survive first, optimize laterSeparating self-worth from financial pressureFinding leverage: negotiate, share, and speak upThrive With Leo Coaching: If you want to reduce your psychological pain, regain your purpose and forge your own path, go to www.thrivewithleo.com to begin your journey.If you or anyone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, or is anxious, depressed, upset, or needs to talk, there are people who want to help:In the US: Crisis Text Line: Text CRISIS to 741741 for free, confidential crisis counseling. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386Outside the US:International Association for Suicide Prevention lists a number of suicide hotlines by country. Click here to find them.

More revenue means nothing if your business can't hold it.In Part 4 of the Mastering Multiple 6-Figure Years series, we're getting into the part of scaling that most people skip — building the actual infrastructure your business needs to grow without burning you to the ground.Because you cannot run a multiple 6-figure business on the same systems, team, and energy you had at $10K months. Something has to change. And in this episode, we're talking about exactly what that looks like.We cover:Why scaling is about infrastructure, not just income — and what breaks when you skip this stepThe systems that need to be in place before you scale (and the signs yours aren't ready)How to build a support team that actually moves the needle — without hiring a massive teamThe energetic and mental capacity piece that nobody talks about — and why it matters more than your strategyThree questions to help you identify where you're the bottleneck in your own businessIf you've been trying to grow but keep hitting a ceiling — or you're making more money but somehow feeling more burned out — this episode is for you.Scaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

In this episode of The Sports Docs Podcast, Dr. Bassett & Dr. Logan sit down LIVE from the Arthrex Team Physician Controversies with shoulder instability expert Dr. Kevin Farmer to discuss the modern management of traumatic anterior shoulder instability in athletes.The conversation focuses on the instability continuum, including when to operate, how to evaluate bipolar bone loss, and when to add remplissage, with an emphasis on optimizing outcomes in young, high-risk athletes.Who Needs Surgery?Young athletes—especially males less than 20—have 70–80% recurrence rates with nonoperative careHigher risk populations:Collision athletesOverhead athletesMilitary/tactical athletesKey insight:Early surgical stabilization can be career-protective in high-risk athletesMRI evaluates:Bankart lesionsHill-Sachs size and orientationCapsulolabral qualityAdvanced assessment includes:Percent glenoid bone lossHill-Sachs engagementOn-track vs off-track lesionsArthroscopic Bankart RepairRemains the workhorse procedure in absence of critical bone lossModern advances:Knotless anchorsImproved efficiency and reproducibilityBetter capsular tensioningAnchor strategy:Typically 3–4 anchorsStart low (5:30–6 o'clock) and work superiorlyFewer than 3 anchors associated with higher failure ratesCapsular ManagementCapsular shift is critical in:Young patientsHyperlax athletesGoal:Restore anterior stabilityRe-tension IGHL complexKnotless technology allows fine-tuned tensioningRemplissageTraditionally used for off-track Hill-Sachs lesionsNow increasingly used in:Subcritical glenoid bone loss (~10–15%)High-risk athletesBorderline “on-track” lesionsBenefits:Decreases recurrence ratesReduces need for revision surgeryKey insight:Low threshold in young, male contact athletesRemplissage TechniqueTwo anchors placed in Hill-Sachs lesionSutures passed through capsule and infraspinatusSecured in subdeltoid spacePearls:Use knotless anchors for low-profile fixationVisualize subacromial space to avoid soft tissue captureMotion vs StabilityConcern: loss of external rotationReality:Minimal, clinically insignificant loss with modern techniquesStability benefits outweigh small motion tradeoffsPostoperative RehabSling: 3–4 weeksEarly passive motionStrengthening at 6 weeksReturn to sport: ~5–6 monthsReturn to Sport TestingCriteria-based return reduces recurrence (5% vs 22%)Key components:Full ROMGreater/equal to 90% strength vs contralateral sideFunctional testing (CKCUEST, shot-put, plank taps, etc.)Patient-reported outcomes (WOSI greater than 90%, KJOC greater than 88%)Featured GuestDr. Kevin Farmer – University of Florida, Team Physician for the Florida Gators

Most entrepreneurs are laser-focused on getting new clients — but that obsession might be exactly what's keeping them stuck. In Part 3 of the Mastering Multiple 6-Figure Years series, I'm breaking down the two metrics that separate businesses that compound from businesses that constantly restart: Lifetime Value and Customer Experience.If your business model requires a fresh batch of new clients every single month to hit your revenue goals, this episode is the honest conversation you didn't know you needed.In this episode:Why the real money is in the clients you already have — and how most entrepreneurs miss this entirelyWhat Lifetime Value actually means (and how to stop leaving it on the table)How to build natural client pathways so your business stops starting from zero every monthWhat a client experience worth talking about actually looks likeThe questions to ask yourself about where your business might have retention gapsScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

This is Part 2 of the Mastering Multiple Six-Figure Years series — and we're getting honest about why more people aren't saying yes to your offers even when they're solid.If your only entry point into your world is a $3K, $5K, or $10K+ investment, you're not wrong for that. But you are skipping a critical step in how people buy now.We're not in a “trust recession.” We're in a discernment era.Buyers are more selective, more aware, and more cautious about where they invest their time, money, and energy. Which means expecting someone to go from “just found you” to “take my credit card” is a stretch.In this episode, we're breaking down what it actually means to widen your entry points, not by throwing out random freebies or low-ticket offers, but by creating intentional pathways that build trust and move people toward your signature offer.Scaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

This episode kicks off a 5-part series on what it actually takes to master multiple six-figure years without overextending yourself, filling your calendar with obligatory energy, or building a business that slowly crushes you in the process.We're starting with one of the most misunderstood growth strategies: offer diversification. And no, I don't mean creating more offers. (Spoiler: that's usually what keeps you stuck.)If you're fluctuating between $5K–$15K months and want to stabilize at $20K, $30K, $50K+ consistently—without working more or sacrificing your life—this series is for you.In this episode, I'm breaking down:Why "more offers" doesn't equal more revenue (and what actually does)The difference between scaling and just making your business more complicatedHow to create natural ascension within your signature offer instead of building something newReal examples from my own business (including the messy seasons where I had way too much going on)What retention and continuity actually look like when you're building for sustainable scaleScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

What if the secret to feeling wealthy, magnetic, and alive wasn't another strategy but simply initiating the life you say you value? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on a powerful CEO mastermind download that completely shifted how I think about wealth, magnetism, and joy in business.Spoiler: it all starts with one question.Scaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Wanting Instagra to feel easier & more profitable? Grab the Socially Sold IG Playbook here.

A rare case of Congressional creativity for tariff relief designed to spur manufacturing. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 

5. Joseph Ellis, *The Cause: The American Revolution and Its Discontents, 1773 to 1783*. Nathaniel Greene saved the Continental Army from collapse at Valley Forge by stabilizing the food supply as quartermaster. The veterans of this ordeal began to see themselves as an "aristocracy of virtue" committed to the necessity of a strong federal government. Figures like John Laurens envisioned the revolution as a crusade to end slavery, viewing it as the purest expression of the cause. Furthermore, the Continental Army was a genuinely integrated force, with African Americans making up 8-10% of the troops and serving in combat units at a level not seen again until the KoreanWar. (5)1492 COLUMBUS

High-end hunting optics have changed a lot in the last decade. Better glass is part of the story, but the real shift is happening in how optics connect with the rest of your hunting system. In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Holm from Leica to break down where optics technology is today and how hunters can actually use these tools to become more effective in the field. Ryan brings a unique perspective as both a hunter and someone who has spent his career around high-performance gear. We dive into what separates top-tier optics companies, why glass quality matters for low-light performance, and how modern optics are starting to integrate with things like ballistic solvers, weather meters, and mapping apps. This conversation is more about understanding what these tools can do and how hunters can take advantage of them than anything. We also talk through practical optics setups for different styles of hunting, from archery elk hunts in tight country to long-range rifle hunts for mule deer in big open terrain. Ryan also shares some simple but often overlooked tips that can dramatically improve your ability to get accurate ranges in the field. Stabilizing your rangefinder, using tripods, understanding beam divergence settings, and properly calibrating the compass in modern rangefinding binoculars can make the difference between a confident shot and bad data. If you've ever struggled to get a clean range in brush, timber, or broken terrain, this episode will help you understand why and how to fix it. If you want to become a better hunter behind the glass and get more reliable information before the shot, this conversation is worth your time. To learn more about the technology & optics discussed in the podcast, visit the Leica website here. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app If you want to get your animals aged, consider using new Rokcast sponsor, Matson's Lab. Matson's is the go-to for lab-aging your wild game and used by everyone on this episode. See all they do at https://matsonslab.com/ You can find Robby's books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here  

Step into a sacred space of divine alignment and deep restoration. In this guided Reiki meditation, Colleen Benelli leads you across the inward Bridge of Light to the River of Peace, where you can release the layers of old beliefs and injuries hiding your true soul light. Connect with the 2026 frequencies of peace and gratitude as we anchor global harmony through the world peace grids. Key Insights * The Inward Bridge of Light: While many journeys take us to the higher heavens, this practice focuses on the "Inward Bridge." By traveling within your own system, you access the purity of your soul and the "Third Heaven" of consciousness that exists inside your human nature. * Releasing Soul Injuries at the River of Peace: Manifestation is often blocked by "layers" or "extra weight" we carry from the world. By cupping the living waters of the River of Peace, you wash away the cords and attachments that hide your true self from your own perception. * Peace Within as a Catalyst for World Peace: Following the teachings of Usui Sensei, this journey emphasizes that world peace begins with internal stability. We use our collective coherence to empower the global peace grids, from the North Pole to Mount Kurama, anchoring a frequency of harmony for 2026. * Stabilizing via the Tree of Life: In times of collective shift, working with the Tree of Life imagery ensures your "roots" are deep in the Earth while your "branches" receive higher guidance, creating a balanced trunk of personal power. People Also Ask (FAQ) How do I release old beliefs during a Reiki journey? In the Reiki journey, you are guided to the River of Peace. By using your intention and the authority of compassion, you can "release the cords" of old stories and injuries into the water. This allows the living waters to wash away the layers hiding your soul's truth, creating space for new growth. What is the "Inward Bridge of Light" in Reiki practice? The Inward Bridge of Light is a visualization tool used to shift your awareness from your external personality and circumstances into the depths of your soul. It helps you realize that the higher frequencies of peace and the "kingdom of light" are not somewhere distant, but are a fundamental part of your internal spirit. Why is Usui Sensei's birthday significant for peace meditation? Mikao Usui, the founder of Reiki, taught that peace begins within the individual. Celebrating his legacy through world peace meditation aligns our community with his original intent: to share the light of peace with the world by first cultivating it within our own hearts. Connect with us: * Website: https://reikilifestyle.com * Podcast: Reiki Lifestyle Podcast * Community: Join our next Distance Reiki Share! **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction, which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

Let me guess… You've already told yourself, “I'll start over Monday.” Maybe last weekend didn't go the way you planned. Maybe you were “so good” all week… and then the wheels fell off. Maybe you're just exhausted from feeling like healthy eating requires a dramatic reset every seven days. Here's the truth no one is saying out loud: You don't need to start over. You need a rhythm. Because starting over keeps you stuck in all-or-nothing. Rhythm is what builds consistency. In today's episode, I'm walking you through the simplest weekly reset for healthy eating — and it has nothing to do with cutting carbs, skipping meals, or punishing yourself with extra cardio. We're talking about: Stabilizing your blood sugar so cravings don't run the show. Rebuilding your plate in a way that feels steady and sane. Re-centering your mind instead of spiraling in guilt. And if you love Jesus, inviting God into the process instead of white-knuckling it alone. Because healthy eating was never meant to feel like a weekly moral scorecard. It's not about being “good” Monday through Friday and then trying to undo Saturday. It's about learning how to return — calmly, confidently, consistently — without shame. If you're tired of the all-or-nothing cycle… If you're ready for consistency without obsession… If you want a reset that actually feels peaceful instead of punishing… This episode is for you. Come join us inside our Facebook community, Lose Weight Live Free. And I'd love for you to try this rhythm for seven days — not perfectly, just honestly — and then tell me how it went. You can always reach me at taraj@dietditching.com. Let's stop starting over… and start building something sustainable instead.

Mariam Wahba explains why Egypt remains unattacked by Iran and discusses President Al-Sisi's potential future role in regional rebuilding and stabilizing the Suez Canal. (13)1910 SHEPHEARD'S HOTEL

If you struggle to rest, you are not lazy. And you are not bad at slowing down.When your nervous system resists rest, it is often responding to something older than your calendar.Many driven, responsible adults live in low-grade urgency. Not because they love hustle, but because their body learned early that motion meant safety. Achievement meant connection. Stabilizing the room meant belonging.So when things get quiet, the body does not interpret that as peace. It interprets it as unfamiliar.This episode explores: • why high performers feel restless in stillness • how predictive processing reinforces familiar reward loops • why responsibility fuses with identity • how “being the steady one” becomes a nervous system strategy • the grief that surfaces when intensity becomes normalWe are not teaching neuroscience. We are illuminating lived experience.Your brain repeats what reduces uncertainty. If competence calmed tension, your system stored it. If achievement strengthened attachment, your system reinforced it.Over time, adrenaline can feel like clarity. Urgency can feel like maturity. Rest can feel exposed.This is not traditional burnout. It is identity drift layered with nervous system conditioning.Identity-Level Recalibration is not another productivity tactic. It is root-level recalibration that makes every other tool effective. We begin with the who, not the how. Identity precedes behavior.Reclamation does not mean becoming less driven. It means separating commitment from consumption.You can remain sharp without staying strung tight.You can lead without living in low-grade adrenaline.You can care deeply without being consumed.Identity safety feels like breath. Not adrenaline.Like silence that does not accuse you.Like performance flowing from steadiness instead of panic.This is orientation before resolution.Recognition before force.Companionship instead of correction.Today's Micro Recalibration:When rest feels uncomfortable, place a hand on your chest and quietly say, “My body learned that motion meant safety. It is okay that this feels unfamiliar.” Then take one slower breath than usual.Not to fix anything.Just to introduce your system to a new option.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things...

What is in the This Week in Science Podcast? This Week: Interview W/Nicola Allen PhD., Stabilizing The Brain, Space Alerts, Artemis, Bouba Kiki, Birder Brains, Drunken Apes, and Much More Science! Become a Patron! Check out the full unedited episode of our science podcast on YouTube or Twitch. And remember that you can find TWIS […] The post 25 February, 2026 – Episode 1049 – Stabilizing The Changing Brain appeared first on This Week in Science - The Kickass Science Podcast.

Hey Heal Squad! Ok, we think this episode will blow your mind!  If you've ever felt tired, puffy, brain foggy or all of the above…basically INFLAMMED…this conversation with Dr. Josh Redd is a total answer to all those questions. Dr. Redd, author of The 30-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset and a leader in functional and personalized medicine, explains to Maria how tiny, chronic inflammatory responses in the body are quietly driving these fatigue-ish flare-ups. The big aha? Inflammation isn't random! It's often your immune system reacting to everyday triggers. The good news: you can calm it. Dr. Redd breaks down how stress, blood sugar, movement, and food can either fuel inflammation or help heal it. For instance, Maria's jaw literally dropped when Dr. Redd explained how coffee could be contributing to her puffiness! You'll also learn why sunlight is a powerful anti-inflammatory tool, which key lab tests can reveal hidden inflammation, and the top two foods most commonly linked to flare-ups. If you've tried everything and still can't figure out why your body feels off, this episode could be the answer you've been waiting for. HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Inflammation isn't just swelling, it's your immune system stuck on high alert: Chronic inflammation can quietly drive fatigue, brain fog, puffiness, hormone issues, and autoimmune flare-ups long before you feel “sick.” Your environment may be as inflammatory as your diet: Sunlight, stress, air quality, water, and even simple habits (like wearing shoes indoors) can either inflame your body or help it heal. Stabilizing blood sugar & removing top trigger foods can change everything:  Keeping glucose steady,  and addressing gluten and dairy,  can dramatically reduce inflammation, improve energy, and calm autoimmune activity. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  GUEST RESOURCES: Dr. Josh Redd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoshredd Dr. Josh Redd Website: http://drjoshredd.com Get The 30-Day Inflammatory Reset: A Complete Guide to Healing Your Immune System: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-30-Day-Inflammatory-Reset/Josh-Redd/9781668205341 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

HEADLINE: Spinning Galaxies and Stable Halos. GUEST: Govert Schilling. SUMMARY: Ostriker's theory of galactic halos and Rubin and Ford's observations of flat rotation curves solidified the case for unseen matter stabilizing galaxies. 2023

In this episode, I'm talking all things self-care, stress, and navigating perimenopause without losing your mind. We cover mini screen breaks, getting outside, building morning and evening routines that actually stick, and how movement with friends can be a total game changer. I also chat with Dr. Mariza about sleep struggles, hormone shifts, and practical ways to feel more grounded and energized every day. Plus, I share my go-to rituals: red light masks, acupressure mats, cozy teas, and sacred “me time, ”that keep me sane while juggling work, kids, and life.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed:→ What is perimenopause? → What is the best way to track your cycle? → When to get on HRT?→ Is birth control good for you? → Lifestyle changes for menopause Sponsored By: → Hiya Health | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY→ Pioneer Pastures | Go to https://pioneerpastures.com/one-year for a BOGO one year anniversary sale for a limited time. Timestamps:→ 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:18 - Defining perimenopause→ 00:04:17 - Early periods, early menopause→ 00:08:02 - Progesterone supplementation→ 00:09:51 - Period tracking→ 00:14:35 - The four phases→ 00:17:19 - Tracking perimenopause→ 00:20:26 - Cycle changes→ 00:26:17 - Perimenopause & mitochondrial health→ 00:30:36 - Stabilizing hormones→ 00:32:58 - Bioidentical hormones & HRT→ 00:35:21 - Lifestyle change & HRT→ 00:42:50 - Self care time→ 00:45:43 - Health non-negotiables→ 00:48:36 - Sunlight & outdoor time→ 00:50:09 - Common misdiagnosis→ 00:53:53 - Perimenopause no-nosFurther Listening: → How to Support Brain + Bone Health During Menopause | Dr. Mindy PelzCheck Out Dr. Mariza:→ https://drmariza.com/→ Instagram→ Podcast→ The Perimenopause Revolution→ Women's Health Books by Dr. Mariza SnyderCheck Out Kelly:→ Instagram→ Youtube→ Facebook

SEGMENT 16: THE CALMING POWER OF KINGSHIP Guest: Gregory Copley Copley offers praise for monarchical systems as stabilizing forces in nations facing discontent. Discussion examines how kingship provides continuity, national unity, and legitimacy that elected leaders often cannot muster, with examples of how constitutional monarchies successfully navigate political turbulence and maintain social cohesion during crises.