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Does the approach of your next birthday make you feel like you're behind on your financial or life goals? From retirement savings to home ownership, the traditional "milestone timeline" often leaves us feeling like we're falling short.Join us as we dive into Oprah's "Life Starts at 44" philosophy, and showcase how iconic careers—from Morgan Freeman to top Fortune 500 CEOs—were built well past 30. Plus, Tech Executive Aliah Summers joins the show to share how she navigated single motherhood, a non-traditional career path, and the pivotal "Lexus moment" that changed her financial trajectory forever.

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Micah Davis has more experience with forgiveness than he probably ever wanted to have. The hurtful words spoken over him as a child that stuck with him throughout adolescence, the betrayals by both his father and his godfather, the family secrets that only came to light years later—all of them forced Micah to confront emotional pain at a relatively early age and weigh the cost of reconciliation.Now a pastor and writer based in Indianapolis, Micah has determined that forgiveness, for all its complexity and messiness, is worth it—and he's expounded on that topic in several books, as well as this week's episode of The Redeemed Man. Micah and Nate Dewberry unpack the calculus of forgiveness and how admitting our pain is a necessary step in the process; they also discuss the lessons Scripture offers in healing from hurtful words, the challenges of leadership, and how fatherhood can upend the things we think we know about ourselves. Nearly every man, regardless of their age or background, will find something they can relate to in Micah's life experience—and find wisdom in his insights.Segments/chapters0:00 Intro/The negative words that stuck with Micah for many years4:27 Hearing the Holy Spirit after a season of depression and disillusionment9:41 How we can heal the wounds that hurtful words inflict17:20 Micah looks back on the past 10 years since returning to the church23:16 How Micah's perspective has changed since becoming a dad28:26 Thoughts on forgiveness, and why Micah wrote a book about it36:10 We can't forgive until we're willing to honestly express our pain43:11 Balancing leadership responsibilities with the need for human connectionFind community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

For 17 years Jason Romano had what many American men would consider a dream job: working at ESPN producing shows ranging from College Gameday to Monday Night Football broadcasts. So why did he leave it behind to make less money at a startup podcast? For Jason, it was simple: he realized he was drawing too much of his identity from work and not enough from Christ. Now the host and producer of the “Sports Spectrum” podcast, Jason talks with Nate Dewberry this week about that life change, as well as what started him on a path to discipleship that, nearly two decades later, is ongoing. He offers important advice for men struggling to discuss their faith with family members, as well as people in danger of letting their spiritual path be dictated by strangers online. And yes, there's some sports talk as well—including inspiring examples of discipleship from this year's World Cup and Jason's story of how he built a Christ-centered friendship with one of his childhood baseball idols.Segments/chapters0:00 Jason's dream job at ESPN5:38 Why he decided to take a new path11:35 The family member who helped turn Jason to Christ19:29 The challenges, and the urgency, of sharing our faith24:52 Spiritual transformation needs to be an ongoing process30:58 Don't let yourself be discipled by strangers online34:51 Good examples of discipleship from the soccer world42:06 Jason's favorite athlete and most vivid sporting memories48:54 Sports Spectrum and Jason's published booksFind community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

When's the last time you had a great sales conversation with a corporate prospect, asked about their budget, and got...nothing?   They want a proposal. They're interested in working with you. But they either can't or won't tell you what they have available to spend.   Now you're left wondering how you're supposed to create the "right" proposal when you don't have enough information.   In this episode of the Sales Maven Show, Nikki shares how to navigate this common corporate sales situation without guessing, overthinking, or walking away from a potentially great client.   You learn why your proposal doesn't have to be perfect. Instead, it can become the starting point for a more productive sales conversation that gets you closer to the right solution for your prospect. The Transformation Before listening, you may find yourself: Struggling to price a proposal when a corporate prospect won't share their budget. Feeling pressure to create the perfect proposal on the first try. Wondering whether a prospect who won't provide a budget is serious about hiring you. Assuming the proposal needs to result in an immediate yes or no. Questioning whether multiple sales conversations mean the deal isn't moving forward. After listening, you learn how to: Create a proposal even when you don't have a clear budget. Give prospects options that make it easier to continue the sales conversation. Use a circle-back call to gather more information and refine your offer. Recognize when a prospect is still engaged, even when the sales process takes multiple conversations. Stay curious and confident as you work toward the right solution for both you and your prospect. What You Learn In this episode, Nikki shares: Why a prospect who won't give you a budget isn't necessarily playing games or wasting your time. How to structure a proposal when you don't know what the prospect is prepared to spend. Why offering two or three options creates a more productive conversation than presenting one solution. Why Nikki recommends presenting proposal options from the highest investment to the lowest. How a circle-back call allows you to gather the information you couldn't get during the initial discovery conversation. Why you shouldn't automatically "bless and release" a prospect simply because they won't provide a budget. How Nikki used multiple proposals and conversations to earn a corporate client. Why an engaged prospect is worth staying in conversation with, even when the sale takes longer than expected. The Proposal Is the Starting Point, Not the Finish Line When a corporate prospect doesn't provide a budget, it's easy to believe you have to somehow figure out the perfect scope and price before sending your proposal.   Nikki encourages you to think about it differently.   The proposal isn't the finish line. It's an invitation to the next conversation.   Your first proposal gives the prospect something tangible to respond to.   They can tell you: "We like this piece." "We don't need that." "What if we added this?" "This is more than we planned to spend." "Could we structure it differently?"   This information gives you something you didn't have before.   Now you're no longer guessing. You're gathering information that allows you to refine the solution and continue the sales conversation. The Two-to-Three Option Proposal Strategy When a prospect hasn't provided a budget, Nikki recommends offering at least two and no more than three options.   One option creates a yes-or-no decision.   Multiple options create a conversation.   When presenting three options, Nikki recommends starting with the highest-investment solution and working down from there.   The goal isn't to create three versions simply for the sake of having options. Each solution should give the prospect a meaningful way to think about what they need, what's most important, and what they're willing to invest in.   Once they respond to the options, you gain valuable information that can guide the next version of your proposal.   And remember, more isn't necessarily better. Too many choices create decision overwhelm, and a confused mind does not buy. Stay Curious and Stay in the Conversation A corporate sale may require more conversations than you expect.   Nikki shares an example from her own business where earning a corporate client took multiple proposals and approximately five to seven conversations.   The prospect continued to engage, provide feedback, bring additional decision-makers into the conversation, and clarify what the organization needed.   This engagement mattered.   Nikki's approach is simple: As long as they're staying in the conversation with you, stay in the conversation with them.   There is a difference between a prospect who continues to engage and one who repeatedly asks for more work without providing useful feedback.   When they're participating in the process, stay curious. Use what you learn to continue refining the solution until you determine whether there's a fit. A Quote Worth Remembering "Stop trying to create the perfect proposal when you don't have the perfect information to do so." Try This This Week Think about a proposal you're currently creating, or one you've been hesitant to send because you don't have enough information.   Instead of asking yourself: "How do I create the perfect proposal?"   Ask: "What can I put in front of this prospect that gives us something meaningful to discuss?"   Create two or three thoughtful options, then schedule a circle-back call to review them together.   Stay curious about their response. What they like, don't like, question, add, or remove gives you valuable information about what it takes to earn their business. Who This Episode Is For This episode is especially valuable when you: Sell consulting, training, coaching, or professional services to corporate clients. Struggle with pricing when a prospect won't share their budget. Create customized proposals for organizations. Feel pressure to close corporate sales quickly. Want your sales conversations and negotiations to feel collaborative instead of pushy. Want to become more confident selling services to corporate decision-makers. Keep the Conversation Going Did today's episode give you a new way to think about corporate proposals and sales conversations? Here are a few places to continue learning: Explore the Sales Maven Society: https://yoursalesmaven.com/sales-maven-society/ Discover more relationship-based selling strategies: https://yoursalesmaven.com Listen to more episodes of the Sales Maven Show: https://yoursalesmaven.com/sales-maven-podcast/ Timestamps 00:25 Why corporate prospects sometimes won't give you a budget 00:56 Setting the stage: Asking about budget during the discovery call 02:02 Why the proposal is the beginning of the conversation, not the finish line 03:11 What may really be happening when a prospect won't share their budget 04:26 Why multiple proposal options create a better sales conversation 05:45 A client example: Using three proposal options to negotiate the right solution 08:24 Why you should schedule a circle back call before sending the proposal 10:43 When a missing budget is not a reason to bless and release the prospect 14:53 Why Nikki stays in the conversation as long as the buyer stays engaged 16:01 Corporate sales may require multiple conversations before the yes 17:40 The two-to-three option rule and avoiding decision overwhelm 18:30 Creating a safe space for an open sales dialogue 19:18 Final reminder: Stay curious, stay engaged, and stop trying to create the perfect proposal About Nikki Rausch Nikki Rausch guides service-based women entrepreneurs who aren't yet comfortable with selling to confidently enroll more clients through natural, relationship-based conversations. Through practical strategies and proven frameworks, you learn how to create consistent business growth while staying true to your values. Whether you're building sales confidence, improving client enrollment, or refining your sales communication, Nikki shows you how to create sales that feel natural and results that feel inevitable.

In his book “Second Wind for the Second Half,” Patrick Morley describes questioning the team he hired to paint basketball markings on the driveway around his garage basketball hoop. When the team seemed to take a long time to get started, Morley asked if there was a problem. The team foreman said they were checking and rechecking measurements before they started work.   “We've learned from experience that unless you ... The post Starting Point appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Where is the church headed, and who will lead it? As a pastor himself, founder of Next Generation Leader, and author of the thoroughly researched book Future Church, Terry Parkman has thought a lot about those questions. In searching for the answers, he's discovered that what Gen Z wants from life, culture, and faith differs in some surprising ways from what previous generations wanted—and what many churches currently provide.In this week's episode of The Redeemed Man, Terry talks with Nate Dewberry about the future of the church and how church leaders can adapt to the changing needs of newer generations. They also cover a wide range of topics that will resonate with today's men, from overcoming self-doubt to re-centering ourselves so that the ways we seek freedom and individuality don't end up becoming a prison.Segments/chapters0:00 Intro/What is missiology?4:06 “What informs us forms us”9:53 Terry's thoughts on what's ahead for the church and how to adapt15:31 Generational changes in what people expect from the church and from culture22:35 When the things that are supposed to make us better end up shackling us27:39 Self-doubt and the spiritual disciplines for overcoming it35:44 Toward a more meaningful prayer life41:25 Closing thoughts: hopes and fearsFind community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

Starting a new venture as a creator or entrepreneur can feel completely overwhelming when you are bombarded with endless advice on marketing tactics, funnels, and algorithms. Many aspiring founders get caught up in the noise and launch projects without ever defining the core identity and core value behind what they are creating. By establishing a strong strategic framework from day one, you transform your ideas into an intentional, sustainable business model. Every successful creator and entrepreneur starts by getting crystal clear on their core purpose, their unique leverage, and the authentic story that drives their vision forward.

The Big 3 ranks every team's projected starting PG (according to ESPN) and recap the ramifications of the LeBron James to Philly signing.(0:00) Intro and Trivia(8:50) Point Guard Tier List(1:06:50) Will LeBron regret signing with Philly?(1:15:50) Was LeBron in LA a failure?(1:24:56) Will Steph stay in GSW?(1:33:55) Final Buzzer - Air Bud Reboot and Spider-Man Review (no spoilers)Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@UCqag5-yPsLz_F3nMAltcStA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5hkxre8daW5pqa5rDtmiEIApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-the-hardaway/id1525028716TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@3thehardawaypodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/3thehardawaypod/Savage's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSavage901Sheedy's Twitter: https://twitter.com/ItsReallySheedyTuke's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TevShakir

In this episode of UC Today, host Kristian McCann sits down with Chris Scimone, Director, Solutions Architecture & Engineering at New Era Technology, to answer one of the biggest questions facing organizations investing in AI for customer experience: where should you start? Many contact centers understand the potential of AI, but identifying the right first use case can be challenging. Should organizations focus on customer-facing automation? Agent assistance? Self-service? And how do they ensure early deployments can be expanded upon as the operation scales? Chris shares practical guidance drawn from real-world deployments, explaining why successful AI initiatives often begin by supporting agents behind the scenes before expanding into broader automation.  Key discussion points: • How organizations can identify the best first use cases for contact center AI • Why AI assistants are often the ideal starting point for adoption • The metrics that matter most when measuring AI success and customer impact • How to scale AI deployments while maintaining visibility, performance, and governance Next steps: Visit New Era Technology to identify the biggest friction points affecting customers and agents

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin break down the potential impact of LeBron James operating as the primary point guard for the Sixers. They also react to Jalen Carter's massive contract extension and a caller's critique of Jalen Hurts' playing style. The discussion covers everything from generational wealth to Joel Embiid's championship legacy. 01:00 - LeBron James Point Guard Role 07:45 - Jalen Carter's Contract Extension 15:27 - Spending Generational Wealth 19:06 - Debating Jalen Hurts' Style 24:02 - Joel Embiid's Championship Responsibility

Greg Fuzesi and Allan Monks discuss the latest on the Western European economy, which is seeing improving growth face off against yet another energy price shock.   This podcast was recorded on 24 July, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party.

Prayer is the bedrock of discipleship; ideally, it's a daily practice that brings us into a closer relationship with God. Yet it still feels daunting to so many of us. Are we praying often enough, and for long enough? Are we having a conversation with God, or just rattling off a list of wishes? Are we bringing our true selves to him, or just putting on a performance?For this week's episode, Redeemed founder Paul Amos and ministry director Nate Dewberry christen our new Atlanta podcast studio with an in-depth discussion on prayer, the misconceptions even devout Christ-followers have about it, and what we can do to feel more fulfilled and connected to God in our daily prayer lives. No step-by-step instructions here, because there's no single “right” way to pray—but there are some thought-provoking suggestions and guidance for ensuring that what's central to our prayers is not our wishes and desires, but God's.Segments/chapters0:00 Intro/The new podcast studio2:05 The ways our prayer lives evolve from childhood to adulthood6:06 Making contemplative prayer less daunting12:07 Prayer as a communal activity16:58 The importance of vulnerability and authenticity in our prayer lives24:28 Are you praying for God to change the world, or change you?30:24 How The Redeemed can help facilitate more fulfilling prayer experiences36:40 The duality of our relationship with God38:30 A closing prayer, with the Lord's Prayer as our guideFind community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

"Fake it till you make it" has always bothered me — not because the sentiment behind it is wrong, but because the framing removes power from the person saying it. It positions your current knowledge as a performance you're hoping no one notices, rather than a genuine stage of expertise that has real value for the people who are one step behind where you are now.This episode started as a memory — something my guest Denise Duffield-Thomas said in our season four conversation that I kept coming back to while thinking about content creation, expert positioning, and the particular exhaustion that comes from feeling like you always need to know more before you publish. I'm playing a short clip from that interview, and then unpacking what it means for how you think about your podcast catalog, your current level of knowledge, and the question of what actually makes a podcast episode worth publishing.Something I come back to often in my work with podcasters is the gap between what they know and what they believe they're allowed to say. The knowledge is there — compounding with every episode published, every client conversation, every industry shift they've tracked and responded to. What holds them back isn't expertise, but the story they're telling themselves about whether that expertise is enough yet.Resources mentioned in this episode:For the full list of links, resources, and show notes, please visit:https://www.thepodcastspace.com/podcast/s5-119-your-content-from-three-years-ago-is-someones-perfect-starting-point-dont-touch-it

Send us Fan Mail Most of us try to think our way through everything relationships, careers, grief and then wonder why we still feel empty. Yusuf sits down with writer and speaker Sue Paulson to explore a different starting point: what if you are already whole, and the work is remembering rather than fixing? Sue's story includes two divorces, two bankruptcies, a near-death experience, and two bouts of cancer, and she uses that lived experience to talk about purpose, healing, and real resilience.  We dig into what “magnificence” means in plain language: the human capacity to love, create, grow, and return to ourselves even after we've been flattened by life. Sue names the cost of forgetting our worth as suffering and a constant sense of lack, and she offers a simple self-love practice that is harder than it sounds but immediately actionable. Grab a page, write 1 to 100, and list one thing you like, love, or admire about yourself on every line. If you get stuck, ask people you trust to reflect you back to yourself.  From there, the conversation turns to heart-led living. Sue challenges the default belief that the mind should run the show, and we talk about how listening inward can change your choices, your self-talk, and the way you move through adversity. She also shares four “inner muscles” she believes we're born with courage, determination, hope, and faith and how to strengthen them when life feels out of control.  If you care about mental health, self-esteem, mindfulness, and personal growth, you'll leave with language and tools you can use today. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs a gentler mirror, and leave a review, then tell us: what would be the first item on your 100 list? CONNECT WITH SUE PAULSON: Website: https://suepaulson.com Magnify With Sue (podcast and newsletter): https://magnifywithsue.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-paulson-48405411 YouTube Astrologer Royale Offer: Save $50 on your Natal Chart Reading | Code: POD50 Avita Yoga Free Avita Yoga class and exclusive interview with Jeff: Know Your Constitution AEtherbal Offer: 20% off | Code: Tryfor20 Emotional Musings Offer: Mention this ad listing & receive $15 off your 1st session | Code: Healthy mind/Healthy life Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?

Innovation in recruiting is hard. TA leaders are experts at running their operations, but improving them in a structured way is a different discipline, and the AI revolution has made it one that no one can avoid. Before any function can innovate, though, it has to know where it is starting from, and that is where benchmarking becomes critical. Recent research from the Recruiting Excellence Foundation, which has assessed the maturity of hundreds of TA teams worldwide, reveals that TA teams are struggling to move from operational to strategic. So how should TA leaders get started? My guest this week is Toni de Graaf, Co-Founder of the Recruiting Excellence Foundation. In our conversation, Tony shares what the global benchmark reveals, why so many teams are stuck in operational mode, and how to prioritize the improvements that matter most. In the interview, we discuss: Benchmarking TA maturity across the globe The most surprising insight from the results The two areas where TA teams struggle most The difference between an operational and a strategic function The impact of AI AI and broken processes Resource, capacity and value Knowing your starting point What does the future look like? Take the recruiting excellence assessment

Kristian McCann sits down with Chris Scimone, Director, Solutions Architecture & Engineering at New Era Technology, to answer one of the biggest questions facing organizations investing in AI for customer experience: where should you start?Many contact centers understand the potential of AI, but identifying the right first use case can be challenging. Should organizations focus on customer-facing automation? Agent assistance? Self-service? And how do they ensure early deployments can be expanded upon as the operation scales?Chris shares practical guidance drawn from real-world deployments, explaining why successful AI initiatives often begin by supporting agents behind the scenes before expanding into broader automation.Key discussion points:• How organizations can identify the best first use cases for contact center AI• Why AI assistants are often the ideal starting point for adoption• The metrics that matter most when measuring AI success and customer impact• How to scale AI deployments while maintaining visibility, performance, and governanceNext steps:Visit New Era Technology to identify the biggest friction points affecting customers and agents

Is artificial intelligence really destroying music?Or are we simply repeating one of humanity's oldest conversations?In this episode of Arteetude, a chance encounter in a café in Bantry becomes the starting point for a media-archaeological investigation. A frustrated street musician blames AI for the end of creativity, while his girlfriend answers with humour, irony and unexpected wisdom.What begins as an amusing dialogue gradually unfolds into a much larger philosophical question:Has every generation feared the newest medium?From streaming and digital recording to radio, the gramophone and the earliest attempts to preserve music beyond human memory, this episode argues that today's AI debate may be only the latest chapter in a much older story.Together with Sophia, Detlef Schlich explores not only technology, but also fear, memory, economics and our persistent tendency to believe that history begins with our own generation.Perhaps the future has ancestors.The episode concludes with a brand-new Los Inorgánicos track:"The Future Has Ancestors."About Detlef SchlichDetlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork, Ireland.His artistic practice moves between performance, photography, painting, sound, installation, film, music, podcasting, and digital image-making. Across these fields, Schlich reflects on the human condition, the relationship between ritual and technology, and the changing role of the artist in digital culture.As a media archaeologist, he explores how media shape perception, memory, culture, politics, and artistic expression. His work often uses the figure of the digital shaman as an alter ego — a method for navigating the space between ancient ritual structures, contemporary media, and technological transformation.Research & Artistic MethodDetlef Schlich's artistic research is rooted in his essay Shamanism, Art and Digital Culture: Cause and Effect, which investigates the relationship between ritual, artistic transformation, media, and digital culture.Download here for free:Shamanism, Art and Digital Culture: Cause and Effecthttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectBuilding on this foundation, Schlich developed Multilayerism: A New Paradigm in Contemporary Art – A Manifesto, an artistic method and conceptual framework for understanding contemporary art through layers of media, memory, technology, ritual, emotion, misunderstanding, and lived experience.Read here:Multilayerism: A New Paradigm in Contemporary Art – A Manifesto by Detlef Schlichhttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/375665507_Multilayerism_A_New_Paradigm_in_Contemporary_Art_-_A_Manifesto_by_Detlef_SchlichTogether, these texts form the theoretical backbone of Schlich's ongoing work as a visual artist, media archaeologist, ritual designer, musician, and host of the Arteetude podcast.WEBSITE LINKS Music ProjectsWAW / Wild Atlantic WayWAW is the music project by Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer.Official YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@WAWBandFrom the forthcoming WAW album The Stories of Nil YoungTwo songs from WAW's developing album project The Stories of Nil Young form part of a mythopoetic journey along the Nile, where river, memory, loss, cooperation, and hope flow into music.AfricaSmileAfricaSmile follows the Nile as an imagined journey from its sources to the Mediterranean Sea — a river of memory, movement, rhythm, and myth. The song turns the meeting of the White Nile and the Blue Nile into a fragile image of cooperation. It is not a naïve peace anthem, but a wounded musical hope: two different currents meeting, listening, and still moving forward together.Watch here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnQbsh01YWUThe Nile's Bittersweet SongThe Nile's Bittersweet Song is the first official single by WAW / Wild Atlantic Way — Detlef Schlich and Dirk Schlömer.The song follows the Nile as a river of memory, beauty, loss, and contradiction: a life-giver, but also a force that can take away what it once nourished. Through the story of Kamau, it becomes a poetic reflection on childhood, fragile hope, and the emotional landscape carried by a river that is both kind and cruel.Inspired by East African storytelling traditions and shaped along the Wild Atlantic Way in West Cork, The Nile's Bittersweet Song is a mythopoetic musical journey about water, grief, resilience, and the deep human longing to keep moving with the current.Watch here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33AWko4IkKIWAW on BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, Dirk Schlömer and Detlef Schlich felt compelled to reinterpret Silent Night to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis song emerged from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful coastal Wild Atlantic Way stretches along the west coast.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYouTubeSilent Night Reimagined – A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/exclusive-content

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Though he's known as “Pastor Neb” to his congregation at Pathway City Church in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, Nebiye Kelile didn't always lead a Christ-centered life. Though he was born into a devoutly Christian Ethiopian-immigrant family, he strayed from the Lord in his teenage years before recognizing the unfulfilling path he was on and returning home as a real-life “prodigal son.”Now having rediscovered the Lord, Pastor Neb can offer plenty of advice borne from experience—both for men desperately trying to break free of sin, and for men who have rediscovered their faith but are struggling to build a deep connection with the Lord. That guidance, along with reflections on fatherhood and tips for a more satisfying prayer life, are the topics he discusses with Nate Dewberry in this week's enlightening episode of The Redeemed Man.Segments/chapters0:00 Intro1:44 Neb's childhood and troubled teenage years7:28 The prodigal son returns home17:38 Rediscovering a Christ-centered life23:03 Neb's advice for men rediscovering their faith31:16 Uncoupling our relationship with God from the “father wounds” we've suffered37:06 The most common obstacles to a satisfying prayer life41:09 Neb's reflections on fatherhood46:04 Neb talks about his church, ministry, and podcast53:22 Closing thoughts and encouragement for men seeking ChristFind community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

Send us a Text Message - include your name!Andy and Eric piece their thoughts together with regards to anxiety, and how you can begin to deal with it.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSupport"Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" is a weekly podcast where Pastors Andy and Eric come together over a imaginary delicious breakfast to talk about faith, food, sermons, culture, and more. In each episode, the pastors delve into thought-provoking topics and offer inspiring insights and practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus. With occasional guests joining the conversation, "Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" provides a unique perspective on what it means to live a life of faith in today's world. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or just starting on your faith journey, this podcast is the perfect companion for your morning routine. So join Pastors Andy and Eric each week as they explore the intersections of faith, food, and life over a delicious breakfast.Support:https://www.buzzsprout.com/97804/support

➟ ➟ Narcissism in the church is one of the hardest things to name, especially when the pastor looks godly on Sunday and something still feels deeply wrong. In this episode of Shepherd's Heart, Stewart and Alycia White sit down with therapist and author Chuck DeGroat, who wrote "When Narcissism Comes to Church," for an honest conversation about spiritual abuse, church hurt, and what real healing actually looks like.Chuck has spent more than twenty years doing psychological assessments of pastors and leaders. He explains why narcissism is a spectrum and not just a label. He shows how to tell the difference between a leader having a bad day and a genuine pattern of harm, and why rushing to call someone a "narcissist" is rarely the most helpful place to start. He also shares the warning a seminary professor once gave him that changed the course of his life and his marriage.This is a conversation for anyone who has carried church hurt they could never fully explain, or quietly wondered whether their leader is actually narcissistic. There is a path toward healing, and it starts in a different place than most people expect.What we cover in this episode:➟ Why a "safe shepherd" is the real mark of healthy leadership➟ The difference between abuse and the trauma that lingers long after it➟ Why healing is "not microwavable" and what genuine change actually requires➟ How forgiveness and justice are not the same thing➟ What almost every narcissistic leader has buried in their own story➟ How to discern real harm from a one-off mistake"I'm never working with a narcissist. I'm working with someone who bears the image of God." - Chuck DeGroatCHAPTERS00:00 Personal growth and self-discovery05:57 Using Milan Clinical Inventory06:59 Discussing narcissistic personality traits10:59 Examining Saul's leadership flaws14:21 Narcissism and self-protection in therapy17:40 Understanding vulnerability and self-protection21:53 Assessing pastors' future challenges24:37 Focusing on impact over labels28:39 Discussing psychological diagnoses33:44 Starting Point for Healing Trauma34:23 Creating a safe space for healing39:15 Recognizing signs of a panic attack40:44 Importance of addressing physical needs45:16 Shifting to a more grounded life48:00 Seeking justice and healing52:01 Reflecting on grace and forgiveness54:31 Contact and Social Media InfoABOUT OUR GUESTChuck DeGroat is a therapist, professor, and author of "When Narcissism Comes to Church" and "Healing What's Within." He co-founded the Soul Care Collaborative and teaches at Western Theological Seminary.Website: https://www.chuckdegroat.net/Soul Care Collaborative: https://www.soulcarecollaborative.com/His books: When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse: https://amzn.to/4oV9mNrHealing What's Within: Coming Home to Yourself--and to God--When You're Wounded, Weary, and Wandering: https://amzn.to/4y0mXaIMore Books: https://www.chuckdegroat.net/booksIf this conversation helped you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs it. Hit the bell so you never miss a new episode on faith, healing, and discernment.CONNECT WITH SHEPHERD'S HEARTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShepherdsHeartShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shepherdsheartministries/#ChurchHurt #SpiritualAbuse #Narcissism #ShepherdsHeartKeywords: narcissism in the church, narcissistic pastor, spiritual abuse, church hurt, Chuck DeGroat, When Narcissism Comes to Church, healing from church hurt, narcissistic personality disorder, toxic church leadership, spiritual abuse recovery, biblical discernmentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shepherd-s-heart--4100466/support.

Penn State Wrestling has become the gold standard in college wrestling—and it isn't by accident.In this exclusive interview, PJ Duke, Rocco Welsh, and Luke Lilledahl discuss what separates the Nittany Lions from every other program in the country.From winning another NCAA team championship to returning to practice just days later, they explain the championship culture built inside the Penn State wrestling room under Coach Cael Sanderson.Chapters:00:00 Penn State's championship mindset01:33 Why they chose Penn State02:42 The culture that makes Penn State different04:31 Poker, rock climbing & life off the mat06:36 The incredible Penn State wrestling fan base08:24 What outsiders don't understand09:39 Learning to handle losses11:21 Goals for next season13:26 Three words that define Penn State WrestlingWhether you're a Penn State fan, college wrestling fan, athlete, coach, or competitor, this conversation provides a rare look inside one of the most successful programs in NCAA history.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272#pennstate #weare #happyvalley #NCAAWrestling

https://media.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/ins.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/TSM732_FINAL.mp3   The striving set point is the pattern I see most often in high-performing business owners — and it’s one of the most frustrating to live with, because from the outside it looks like everything is working. You work harder than anyone you know. You implement new strategies and push your team. And you keep hitting the same ceiling. In this episode, Steph Tuss and I break down why effort alone can’t break through a set point, where the striving pattern comes from, and what it actually costs you. This is Part 4 of the Financial Setpoint Series. Episode 729 introduces the full framework and the free Psychological Set Point Analyzer. Episodes 730 and 731 cover the scarcity and survival set points. If you’re new to the series, start there. Striving Set Point: The Belief That Struggle Equals WorthinessAt the core of the striving set point is a belief that most people have never consciously examined: if it isn’t hard, I don’t deserve it. The effort you put in becomes the measure of your self-worth — not the result. Consciously, you hate the struggle. You say you want more time, more freedom, more ease. But your inner operating system has tied those things together so tightly that when something actually becomes easy, it doesn’t feel earned. It feels suspicious. This pattern almost always originates in families where love and security had to be earned through achievement. The straight-A student. The child who held the family together. The one whose role was to be the responsible one, the good one, the one who had it handled. You strived for approval as a kid — and even when you got it, it was never quite enough. So you kept going. And now, decades later, the pattern is still running. The business has just become the new arena. Striving Set Point: Three Ways It Shows Up and What It Costs YouThe first place the striving set point shows up is the income ceiling. You implement a new strategy, see a short burst of growth, and come right back to the same number. You pivot, hire, and add a new offer. The ceiling stays. That’s because the ceiling isn’t about your tactics — it’s about your set point. Until the internal thermostat is reprogrammed, the external results keep resetting. The second is what Steph and I call throwing a hand grenade into the business. When things are actually going well — when the struggle lifts — strivers don’t trust it. If something comes easily, it doesn’t feel real. So they unconsciously create new chaos: a team conflict, a strategic pivot, a major decision that blows up what was working. It feels like control. But it’s the set point protecting its territory. The third is comparisonitis. You watch someone else achieve what looks like comparable results with half your effort, and something in you goes sideways. The resentment builds, then the stress, then the burnout. And through all of it, the income ceiling holds — because the ceiling was never about how hard you worked. It was always about what you believe you deserve. The physical cost of this set point is significant. Steph noted in this episode that strivers tend to accumulate more health issues than any other type — the body simply isn’t built for the level of sustained pressure this pattern demands. Slowing Down Is the Fastest Way ThroughOne of the more counterintuitive insights from this episode is that strivers often need to slow down to move faster. The fly beating itself against the glass window — a metaphor from Price Pritchett’s You² — doesn’t need to work harder. It needs to pull back six inches and see that the door is right there. The answer has been available the whole time. The set point just makes it impossible to see. Awareness is the first step, but as Steph and I have both said throughout this series, awareness alone doesn’t change anything. You need new behaviors. The free Psychological Set Point Analyzer at lifeisnowinc.com/setpoint will identify whether the striving set point is your primary pattern and give you a seven-day plan to begin reprogramming it. For deeper work, Steph and I are hosting The Elite Mind Intensive on August 18th and 19th in Charlotte, North Carolina — two days focused entirely on set point transformation. Details and tickets are at lifeisnowinc.com/clarity. Episode 733, the final episode in this series, covers the Emerging Success Set Point — what it looks like when you’re doing the work and starting to break through. Join us. Episode 624 – The Starting Point is Desire Episode 372 – I Choose How I Feel Episode 204 – Burnout, Balance & B.S. YOU'VE LEARNED THE STRATEGIES… SO WHY DOES YOUR REVENUE STILL CONTINUE TO PLATEAU?Here’s what I know about most business owners: They’re working hard, doing the right things, and still hitting the same income ceiling year after year. That ceiling has a name — it’s your Financial Set Point. It’s the unconscious limit you’ve placed on what you believe you can earn, and until you see it clearly, it runs the show no matter what strategies you put in place.That’s what we work on at my upcoming Business Intensive in August.  Over two days, I'll help you identify your financial set point, understand why it’s there, and break through it so you can finally earn what you want without the constant struggle and hustle that’s been getting you nowhere.If that sounds like exactly what’s been missing, you don’t want to sit this one out. Apply here to join us. If you like the show, would you be so kind as to leave us a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than a minute and really makes a difference in helping me spread the Successful Mind message around the globe.  LEAVE A REVIEW Check out David's book! Get Your Copy Today! Miss anything? Don't forget to subscribe to the show to keep up with your own successful mindset. We're available wherever you listen to podcasts:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Pandora iHeartRadio Amazon Music Life is Now wants you to get SOCIAL! You can find us on the following platforms:  Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube The post Financial Setpoint Series – The Striving Set Point: Why Hard Work Isn’t Enough appeared first on The Successful Mind Podcast.

From 2019 to 2023, Jermaine Wilson served two terms as mayor of his hometown of Leavenworth, Kansas—an amazing achievement considering that only a decade earlier, he had finished serving several years in prison. In this week's episode Jermaine talks with Nate Dewberry about his life journey, from his “hopeless” upbringing surrounded by poverty and crime to his spiritual awakening in prison to his current work with Prison Fellowship, the country's largest nonprofit Christian ministry serving the incarcerated and their families. Whether or not you have any kind of criminal record, you'll benefit from hearing Jermaine's wise counsel about fatherhood, finding forgiveness and acceptance, and transcending victimhood to live a mature, responsible, fulfilling life in the identity Christ has for each of us.Segments/chapters0:00 Intro/Jermaine's “hopeless” childhood3:00 Jermaine's seasons of incarceration8:09 Finding community in Prison Fellowship16:52 What Jermaine's post-release life looks like now21:15 Words of wisdom for fathers inside or outside prison walls24:36 Challenges in the transition to post-prison life31:12 Fostering unity and community in a time of discord38:09 Closing thoughts: What does redemption mean to you?Find community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

Whatever else you can say about life in the military, there's always a clearly defined purpose. So says Jordan Ames, who retired four years ago from the Marine Corps—and, for the first time in more than two decades, had to find a new purpose of his own. Now a Christ-centered leadership trainer and published author, Jordan shares the path that led to that purpose in this week's episode, and talks with Nate Dewberry about his core principles of leadership, how to keep from letting details and distractions divert you from doing God's work, and the unusual path that led him to marriage and six adopted kids—plus a “Miracle Number Seven.”Segments/chapters0:00 Intro/What does redemption mean to you?1:31 Finding a new purpose after 21 years in the Marines6:56 Leadership principles from the military that Jordan still carries with him10:01 The most difficult season of Jordan's civilian life17:54 How Jordan's book of devotionals came together24:58 Three core principles Jordan wants his readers to remember33:58 The worries and preoccupations that keep us from acting on God's vision44:40 Jordan's unconventional path to marriage and seven kids54:44 “The radical story of Number Seven”Find community, deepen your faith, join the brotherhood for free today at theredeemed.com/join.Visit The Redeemed's website for downloadable discussion question sets,  show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony.Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources!The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles.Starting Point: https://theredeemed.com/spJoin the Community: https://theredeemed.com/jointrHave a redemption story? Share your redemption story here.Interested in being a guest on our podcast?   Email Nate@theredeemed.comFollow The Redeemed on Social Media: PodcastYouTubeFacebook...

Humanoid robots are often pitched as factory workers, warehouse assistants, or home helpers. But what if education becomes their biggest opportunity?In this episode, Faraday Future co-CEO Chris Chen explains why K-12 schools, STEM programs, and university research labs could be among the first large-scale adopters of humanoid robots and robot dogs.Chris shares why Faraday Future believes we're at the beginning of an “iPhone moment” for robotics, how the company plans to deliver nearly 1,000 robots this year, and why physical AI represents the next major evolution beyond today's large language models.We also discuss:• Why humanoid robot adoption is accelerating worldwide• The transition from digital AI to physical AI• How robots could help teach coding, STEM, and AI literacy• Security, hospitality, and inspection use cases already being deployed• Why Chris believes robotics could become a much larger market than automobiles• Building a robotics ecosystem powered by data, developers, and AIIf you're interested in AI, robotics, education, automation, or the future of work, this conversation offers a fascinating look at where the industry is headed next.Guest:Chris ChenCo-CEO, Faraday FutureNasdaq: FFAISubscribe for more conversations with the leaders shaping the future of technology:https://techfirst.substack.comChapters:00:00 Introduction: Humanoid Robots in Education00:31 Faraday Future's Vision for Physical AI Infrastructure01:42 The Goal of 1,000 Robot Deliveries02:22 Why Humanoid Robot Manufacturing Is Accelerating03:37 The Starting Point of the Humanoid Robotics Industry04:14 From Digital AI to Physical AI06:04 Why Schools Are a Key Robotics Market06:52 The Three Factors Driving Robotics Adoption07:15 K-12 Education, STEM Training, and Robotics Institutes08:12 Getting Kids Interested in AI Instead of Games09:04 The Future Demand for Robotics Technicians09:43 Humanoids vs. Robot Dogs in Education09:59 Will Every Student Have an AI Tutor?10:30 Beyond Education: Security, Inspection, and Hospitality11:14 Robot Dogs for Autonomous Security Patrols11:50 The Coming Ecosystem for Robot Maintenance12:06 Will Humanoid Robots Become Bigger Than Cars?12:57 How Robots Could Impact Global GDP13:28 Competing in the Exploding Robotics Industry13:56 Building a Robotics Flywheel Through Data15:01 The Team Behind Faraday Future Robotics15:44 Where Faraday Future Will Be in One Year16:03 Faraday Future, Robotics, EVs, and Web317:00 Closing Thoughts

“Happiness is not accounted for in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Neither is peace of mind, propensity for burnout, or the quality of your life.” – RJon Robins, author of Profit First for Lawyers Before you can build a roadmap for the future, you need to know where you are today. Evelyn Aucoin, Financial Literacy & Strategy Expert from How To Manage a Small Law Firm, joins us to discuss understanding your starting point. Whether your goal is greater profitability, more time with family, or long-term financial security, meaningful progress begins with an honest assessment of your current reality. Drawing from core financial literacy concepts found in Profit First for Lawyers, Evelyn explains why financial reports are not simply accounting documents. She introduces the seven key financial reports and explains how they help law firm owners understand where they are today so they can make better decisions about where they want to go. Defining Success on Your Own Terms One of the central themes of this episode is that success is personal. For some law firm owners, success may mean growing a multi-million-dollar firm. For others, it may mean working fewer hours, spending more time with family, or creating greater flexibility in their lives. Before measuring progress, law firm owners must first define what success looks like for them. Once that destination is clear, financial reports can help answer an important question: Are you currently on the path that will get you there? Key Takeaways Financial reports provide visibility into the health of your business Success should be defined by your goals, not someone else’s expectations Total Owner Benefit offers a more complete picture of financial success Financial literacy creates confidence and clarity in decision-making Knowing where you are today is the first step toward reaching your goals Financial literacy is not an end goal. It is a tool that helps law firm owners make better decisions. If you are ready to take action on the concepts discussed in this episode, start here: Action Steps Define what success looks like for you and your family. Review your current financial reports to understand where you are today. Identify the destination you are trying to reach. Determine which financial metrics will help you track progress toward your goals. Commit to building a regular habit of reviewing your numbers. This is not a one-time set-it-and-forget-it exercise. The destination you choose today may need to change as your business and personal goals evolve. That’s why it is important to keep your hands on the steering wheel. While this may seem challenging at first, regular monitoring keeps you in tune with the direction your business is headed, allowing you to adjust for road hazards and stay on course. Mentioned Profit Leak Assessment Calculating Your Total Owner Benefits episode Seven Key Financial Reports (Chapters 13-15 of Profit First for Lawyers) Bookkeeping That Does Not Suck Connect Subscribe to the Profit First for Lawyers podcast Watch episodes on YouTube And most importantly, order your copy of Profit First for Lawyers today!

https://media.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/media.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/ins.blubrry.com/thesuccessfulmindpodcast/TSM729_FINAL.mp3   Your financial set point is running in the background right now — quietly deciding how much you earn, how you price, and whether you follow through when real money is on the table. Most business owners never see it. And that invisibility is exactly what makes it so powerful. I recorded this episode with my longtime colleague Steph Tuss — who has spent the better part of 35 combined years working with small business owners alongside me — because this is the conversation I wish someone had sat me down for early in my career. Between the two of us, we’ve watched the same pattern play out thousands of times. You set a financial goal. You get excited. You work hard. And then, without knowing how it happened, you’re right back where you started. That’s not a discipline problem. That’s a set point doing exactly what it was designed to do. Financial Set Point: What It Is and How It Controls YouThe simplest way I know to explain a financial set point is the thermostat in your house. You set it to 70 degrees. The temperature drifts up. The system detects the gap, kicks on, and brings it right back to 70. Your subconscious mind works the same way — except the temperature it’s managing is your income. When you push above your set point, something in your thinking, your emotions, or your behavior begins to adjust you back. It shows up as undercharging in a sales conversation. As scope creep where you give away more than you’re paid for. As panic during a slow month that drives you into decisions you wouldn’t otherwise make. The three places I see this most clearly are pricing decisions, boundary violations with clients, and the response to slow periods. In each case, the set point isn’t the problem you’re aware of — it’s the thing making the problem feel inevitable. Financial Set Point: The 4 Types and How to Identify YoursAfter decades of this work, Steph and I have identified four distinct financial set point types that show up in business owners: the scarcity set point, the survival set point, the striving set point, and the emerging success set point. Most people are operating from one of these — or a combination — without knowing which one it is. And because you can’t change what you can’t see, awareness is always the first step. The striving set point is the one I lived in for a long time. Work harder, stay on the phone longer, push more. And it hits the same ceiling every time, because more effort isn’t the solution when the program running underneath doesn’t match the goal you’re reaching for. How to Find Out Which Set Point Is Limiting YouThis episode is Part 1 of a 5-part Financial Setpoint Series. The next four episodes go deep into each set point type — what it looks like, how it shows up in your business, and what to do about it. But before you listen to those, I want you to know which one is yours. Steph and I built a free diagnostic tool called the Psychological Set Point Analyzer. It takes about five minutes, asks 7 to 10 questions, and tells you exactly which financial set point is operating in your life right now — along with a seven-day plan to begin reprogramming it. This isn’t awareness for awareness’s sake. You need new behaviors to make real change, and the tool gives you a starting point. Get the free diagnostic at lifeisnowinc.com/setpoint and plan to join us for the next four episodes. Two per week, so you won’t be waiting long. Episode 372 – I Choose How I Feel Episode 609 – Desire Points the Way, But Commitment Gets it Done Episode 624 – The Starting Point is Desire YOU'VE LEARNED THE STRATEGIES…SO WHY DOES YOUR REVENUE STILL CONTINUE TO PLATEAU?Here’s what I know about most business owners: They’re working hard, doing the right things, and still hitting the same income ceiling year after year. That ceiling has a name — it’s your Financial Set Point. It’s the unconscious limit you’ve placed on what you believe you can earn, and until you see it clearly, it runs the show no matter what strategies you put in place.That’s what we work on at my upcoming Business Intensive in August.  Over two days, I'll help you identify your financial set point, understand why it’s there, and break through it so you can finally earn what you want without the constant struggle and hustle that’s been getting you nowhere.If that sounds like exactly what’s been missing, you don’t want to sit this one out. Apply here to join us. If you like the show, would you be so kind as to leave us a short review on Apple Podcasts? It takes less than a minute and really makes a difference in helping me spread the Successful Mind message around the globe.  LEAVE A REVIEW Check out David's book! Get Your Copy Today! Miss anything? Don't forget to subscribe to the show to keep up with your own successful mindset. We're available wherever you listen to podcasts:   Apple Podcasts Spotify Pandora iHeartRadio Amazon Music Life is Now wants you to get SOCIAL! You can find us on the following platforms:  Facebook X-twitter Instagram Linkedin Youtube The post Financial Setpoint Series: The Psychological Programming That's Controlling Your Income appeared first on The Successful Mind Podcast.

Featuring: Jim & Martha Brangenberg Ministry: iWork4Him & iRetire4Him What if a simple summer picnic could change our country? In this lively episode, Jim and Martha Brangenberg launch a summer challenge for listeners: host a neighborhood picnic. They share personal stories, practical hospitality ideas, and a biblical reminder that loving your neighbor often starts with simply spending time together. The conversation highlights how modern life has isolated many people from those living right next door and how food, fellowship, and intentional connection can begin changing that. Jim and Martha also offer easy, low-pressure ideas for hosting a casual gathering that helps neighbors feel seen, welcomed, and loved. What You’ll Hear: Why neighborhood connection matters How simple hospitality reflects the love of Christ Practical tips for hosting an easy summer picnic Why relationship-building helps break down barriers Fun ideas for food, games, and gathering neighbors together The vision behind the iWork4Him/iRetire4Him summer picnic challenge Action Steps: Plan to host a simple neighborhood picnic this summer. Invite your neighbors – whether a few close by or the whole street. Keep it casual; no need to overcomplicate it. Use the gathering to build genuine relationships (doesn’t need to be explicitly evangelistic). Take a photo and send it to jim@iwork4him.com to enter the summer giveaway This episode is a refreshing reminder that ministry doesn’t always happen from a stage. Sometimes it starts in your driveway, backyard, or front lawn with an open invitation and a shared meal! Enjoyed this episode? Help iRetire4Him reach more Christ followers with the message that their work matters to God. Support us for $5/month at iwork4him.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people try to create what they want from a place of scarcity. Giorgio breaks down why that's the problem, and why coming back to genuine gratitude for what you already have is where real momentum starts. If you've been trying to manifest something that feels out of reach, this one reframes the whole approach.

If you've tried ERP, meditation, supplements, and every tool you can find but still feel stuck, the problem likely isn't the tools. It's the belief you're bringing to them. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW breaks down why approaching OCD and anxiety recovery from a "fix the problem" mindset actually reinforces the cycle and what to do instead.Most people with intrusive thoughts, panic attacks, and anxiety come at recovery from a place of internal resistance, a belief that their thoughts and feelings are wrong, broken, or bad. But that belief is the root of the loop. Matt explains how the Triple-A Response™ and tools like ERP are designed not to eliminate thoughts and feelings, but to create non-resistance, so that emotion can move through the nervous system naturally and completely.This episode reframes what recovery actually looks like and how to measure real progress. If you've been asking "why am I not getting better?" this episode will shift how you understand the work entirely.

Most AppSec teams are working through more findings than their teams can validate. SAST surfaces thousands of potential issues. DAST generates alert volume that outpaces triage capacity. Somewhere in that output are the vulnerabilities that matter, the ones that are actually exploitable in production. This conversation explores why automated testing often stops short of the hardest part of the job: proving what is real. We dig into how business logic flaws and authorization vulnerabilities get missed by tools that scan without reasoning, what exploit validation looks like at runtime, and how security engineers are shifting toward findings that developers will actually act on. The segment is sponsored by XBOW. Visit https://securityweekly.com/xbow to see how autonomous AI pentesting delivers expert-quality findings in hours with real exploit validation your team can actually act on. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/asw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/asw-386

Most AppSec teams are working through more findings than their teams can validate. SAST surfaces thousands of potential issues. DAST generates alert volume that outpaces triage capacity. Somewhere in that output are the vulnerabilities that matter, the ones that are actually exploitable in production. This conversation explores why automated testing often stops short of the hardest part of the job: proving what is real. We dig into how business logic flaws and authorization vulnerabilities get missed by tools that scan without reasoning, what exploit validation looks like at runtime, and how security engineers are shifting toward findings that developers will actually act on. The segment is sponsored by XBOW. Visit https://securityweekly.com/xbow to see how autonomous AI pentesting delivers expert-quality findings in hours with real exploit validation your team can actually act on. Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/asw-386

Most AppSec teams are working through more findings than their teams can validate. SAST surfaces thousands of potential issues. DAST generates alert volume that outpaces triage capacity. Somewhere in that output are the vulnerabilities that matter, the ones that are actually exploitable in production. This conversation explores why automated testing often stops short of the hardest part of the job: proving what is real. We dig into how business logic flaws and authorization vulnerabilities get missed by tools that scan without reasoning, what exploit validation looks like at runtime, and how security engineers are shifting toward findings that developers will actually act on. The segment is sponsored by XBOW. Visit https://securityweekly.com/xbow to see how autonomous AI pentesting delivers expert-quality findings in hours with real exploit validation your team can actually act on. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/asw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/asw-386

Philippians 1:1-11

Built for Life Newsletter: https://builtforlife.io Twice-weekly emails for high performers who want to look good, feel great and perform at their best    Book a 1-1 strategy session: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/ytapplynow    –   On this episode of RNT Fitness Radio, I'm joined by Smitha, an RNTer who recently completed a photoshoot just 14 months after giving birth to her daughter. Smitha's journey is an interesting one. She joined us prior to becoming pregnant, went on pause six months into her pregnancy, and rejoined nine months postpartum to get into the best shape of her life. All her life, she'd wanted to transform what she describes as a skinny-fat frame into a toned, strong-looking physique. And it wasn't until her transformation with us at RNT that she finally made it happen. Smitha is in her early 40s, a GP, entrepreneur and new mother - making this a great example of what can be done when you're ready to make serious changes in your life.   Chapters:  0:00 Introduction 1:49 Smitha's Starting Point 3:21 Why Go All In (Not Just "Walk More") 5:40 Fitness History & The Skinny Fat Trap 7:36 Nutrition Aha Moments 9:48 Stress Eating & Breaking Old Associations 11:12 How She Broke the Habits 13:22 Navigating Social Situations 15:48 Continuing Through Pregnancy 17:56 Postpartum: The First 6 Months 20:07 Why She Came Back 21:24 Rejoining on Maternity Leave 23:49 Working Out Around a Baby 27:12 The Photoshoot 29:13 From Novice to Lifting 20kg Dumbbells 33:22 How the Physical Became the Vehicle 35:34 What Almost Stopped Her 36:58 Advice for New Mums & Women Over 40 39:19 What's Next 40:31 Final Words   Follow us: Website - https://www.rntfitness.com  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rnt_fitness  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/akashvaghela YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@akash_vaghela

National NBA scout Chris Dodson joined Sports Talk. Dodson broke down the Pelicans' offseason questions, highlighting Trey Murphy's potential trade packages. He also previewed the 2026 NBA Finals matchup between the Spurs and Knicks.

Andrew Carnegie did not believe philanthropy was simply about relieving immediate need. He believed it was about creating opportunities that could create generational change. In this special episode, we look at how Carnegie's philosophy shaped modern giving through libraries, education, research, and long-term investment in human potential. Challenging nonprofits to think beyond short-term charity and ask a harder question. Are we only responding to problems, or are we helping people escape them? A reflection on wealth, responsibility, and the deeper purpose of philanthropy.

Built for Life Newsletter: https://builtforlife.io Twice-weekly emails for high performers who want to look good, feel great and perform at their best    Summer Shred Calculator: https://calculator.rntfitness.com   See how much fat you can lose in 12 weeks.   Book a 1-1 strategy session: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/ytapplynow    Case Study: https://www.rntfitness.co.uk/how-busy-mum-and-dr-harita-raja-lost-16kg – Welcome back to RNT Fitness Radio. Today I'm joined by an RNT client, Dr. Harita Raja, who has recently entered her second year of the journey. I brought Harita on to share her story of dropping 40 pounds in her 40th year.   Before joining, Harita had never followed a properly structured programme. She found herself at a crossroads, weighing up whether to go down the GLP-1 route or commit to something structured like RNT Fitness. She decided to give the programme a shot, with a plan to fall back on medication if it didn't work out.   Lo and behold, she's now a completely new woman, inside and out, inspiring her family, her community, her patients, and many others to take control of their health. The irony? Everyone's now convinced she's on GLP-1s and can't quite believe it's been RNT Fitness all along.   I really enjoyed this conversation, and I think you will too. Be sure to check out her case study and pictures in the show notes. Let's dive in.   Chapters:  0:00 Introduction 2:05 Harita's Starting Point 4:00 Dieting History & Body Image 12:04 Choosing RNT Over GLP-1s 16:47 First Weeks on the Program 19:19 Navigating Family & Meal Prep 25:04 Getting Buy-In From Family 30:18 The Photoshoot 32:00 Biggest Challenges 35:02 How Physical Transformation Changed Her Life 37:06 The Raatri Collective 39:00 Extending the Journey 42:15 What Almost Stopped Her 47:19 Final Words   Follow us: Website - https://www.rntfitness.com  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rnt_fitness  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/akashvaghela YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@akash_vaghela

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Jeremy L. Thomas, President, Black Hawk CollegeIn this episode, President Series #481, powered by ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠, sponsored by EdUp Leadership, the ​HigherEd PodCon​ II happening July 16 & 17, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by CoursedogYOUR cohost is Bridget Moran, Director of Content Marketing, Coursedog YOUR host is Dr. Joe SallustioHow does an 80 year old community college in John Deere country transform from transfer institution to 50/50 career tech with a $30 million building investment?Why is Black Hawk becoming the school of choice instead of the starting point as students live closer to home & connect degrees to destinations?What makes his daughter graduating debt free in 3.5 years after saying "Dad, I do not want a loan" the value proposition community colleges should be telling?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp ExperienceWe make education YOUR business!P.S. Want access to the only intelligence platform built exclusively from presidential conversations in higher ed? Well, we have an app for that!Join EdUp Leadership!

What if the answer to energy, metabolism, inflammation, brain health, and longevity isn't another diet — but your microbiome? In this episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with microbiome researcher Martha Carlin to discuss the fascinating science connecting gut health, metabolic flexibility, inflammation, circadian rhythms, and chronic disease prevention. You'll discover: • Why identical diets create different results • The connection between gut health and blood sugar regulation • How toxins disrupt microbial balance • The role microbes play in energy and metabolism • What endotoxins are and why they matter • The gut-brain connection and cognitive health • Practical ways to support your microbiome naturally If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still struggling to feel your best — this episode may change how you think about health forever. For more episodes, subscribe to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Summary In this episode, Martha Carlin shares her transformative journey into microbiome science, exploring how gut health impacts chronic disease, longevity, and overall wellness. Discover the latest insights on microbiome restoration, personalized nutrition, and innovative therapies like probiotics and fecal transplants. Keywords microbiome, gut health, chronic disease, longevity, probiotics, endotoxins, microbiome therapy, Parkinson's, microbial balance, personalized wellness Key Topics Microbiome and human health Impact of diet and environment on gut microbes Innovative therapies for Parkinson's and chronic diseases Sound Bites "Health is bigger than calories and quick fixes." "Restoring microbial balance can transform health." "Natural solutions can be more effective than drugs." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Martha Carlin and Microbiome Science 02:38 Personal Journey into Microbiome Research 04:22 Understanding the Terrain and Ecosystem of the Human Body 05:42 Why the Microbiome Matters More Than Human Cells 07:04 Microbiome and Chronic Disease Connections 08:07 Martha's Work on Parkinson's and Microbial Interventions 10:12 The Role of Specific Bacteria in Disease and Health 12:06 Probiotics and Microbial Strains for Health Optimization 14:35 Substrains and Clinical Evidence in Probiotic Use 17:29 Microbiome and Blood Sugar Responses 19:33 Impact of Stress and Sleep on the Microbiome 21:26 Practical Tips for Resetting Circadian Rhythms 37:35 Starting Point for Improving Gut Health 38:47 Water Quality and Mineral Replenishment 40:05 The Future of Microbiome and Fecal Transplants 45:11 Podcast Outro.mp3

In this episode of Dai By Dai, I sat down with Professional Boxer Darryl "Double Barrel" Bagley, who talks about starting his pro boxing career 2-0, how he got into boxing, reacting to his most recent win by knockout, his upcoming fight, and more! 

Welcome back to this special live edition of Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning workplace podcast where behavioural science meets workplace culture. This week, Al, Leanne and Associate Producer Georgia, are joined by three exceptional experts to explore a straightforward but powerful question: what does the military do differently when it comes to leadership, and what can businesses actually learn from it? Most organisations say leadership matters, but many are just guessing. We promote based on length of service, confuse being "in charge" with being a leader, and create cultures where capable people are too afraid to speak up. The military, however, has spent decades perfecting the art of building instant trust and providing the clarity needed for independent action.

Ben Carlson joins Excess Returns to discuss his new book Risk and Reward and the biggest lessons investors can learn from market history. We cover how to think about risk, inflation, market timing, bear markets, lost decades, diversification, compounding and why surviving volatility is the key to building long-term wealth.Ben's Bookhttps://amzn.to/4dFHsQzBen Carlson on Xhttps://x.com/awealthofcsBen's Bloghttps://awealthofcommonsense.com/Main topics covered:Why risk is hard to define and always involves trade-offsHow vivid risks like sharks and headlines distort investor decision-makingWhy doing nothing can be one of the hardest parts of investingHow inflation should be viewed through personal finance, human capital and long-term investingWhy stocks can be an inflation hedge even if they struggle during inflation spikesWhy waiting for the market coast to clear often failsWhat the world's worst market timer teaches about saving and staying investedHow loss aversion shapes investor behaviorWhat the Great Depression, bear markets and 30-year returns teach about long-term investingWhy there is no perfect portfolio and the best strategy is one you can actually stick withTimestamps:00:00 Ben Carlson on why risk and reward are attached06:35 Doing nothing, action bias and better investing behavior11:51 Inflation psychology and lessons from the 1970s16:55 Why stocks can hedge inflation over the long run21:07 Why waiting for the coast to clear is a market timing trap26:30 Time horizons, loss aversion and portfolio behavior31:49 Government rescue, left-tail risk and unintended consequences35:54 Recessionary vs non-recessionary bear markets42:09 Why the stock market and economy can diverge47:24 Why compounding is about holding, not trading51:37 Starting valuations, lost decades and future returns55:40 Risk, reward and the biggest lesson for investors

Week 1 - Proverbs 1:1-7; 9:10: The Starting Point

Men are exhausted, overstimulated, under-supported, and silently running on empty.In this episode, I'm speaking to the men who are pushing through fatigue, low motivation, weight gain, brain fog, irritability, poor recovery, low testosterone, and the pressure to keep performing no matter how bad they feel. This conversation digs deeper than surface-level hormone fixes and quick testosterone prescriptions.We'll break down the hidden patterns I keep seeing in men between 30 and 50: chronic stress, alcohol use, blood sugar instability, liver overload, poor recovery, and the constant pressure to provide while ignoring their own health.This is not another “man up” conversation. This is a wake-up call.You'll learn why testosterone issues rarely start with testosterone itself, why so many men plateau after TRT, how blood sugar impacts everything from energy to focus to libido, and why foundational healing matters more than another supplement stack.If your husband, partner, brother, son, or friend has been saying things like:“I'm just tired all the time.”“I don't feel sharp anymore.”“I'm gaining weight even though nothing changed.”“I feel off, but I can't explain it.”This episode is for them.I also share details on my upcoming Blood Sugar Bootcamp and the vision behind a future men's wellness membership focused on real support, real coaching, and real relationships.SERVICES & MEMBERSHIPS:AdventurerSubstackCoffee Cafe How to Fix Your Energy Cravings and MoodFirst Steps ClinicBeholdWork With Dr. DanielleFoundational PackageComprehensive PackageAmazon StorefrontFREE RESOURCES:Register for the Blood Sugar BootcampBlood Sugar Bootcamp Prep series Private PodcastBlood Sugar Bootcamp VIP UpgradeBlood Sugar ExplorersTelegram - The Wilderness CafeDr. Danielle's Root Cause Reset Guide

How can you be holy?Perfection is our goal because Jesus commanded it. It is possible because His Word shows us seven successive steps to attain it.1Support the show

The story of Jesus didn't begin with confident believers. It began with disillusioned followers who walked away, only to be pulled back by something they couldn't ignore.