Podcasts about step two

I'm continuing our series on how to build a more regulated nervous system. We've already explored Stage One: Awareness — learning to notice when your nervous system is calm, when stress is creeping in, and when you've tipped into that more activated state of anxiety or overwhelm.In this week's episode episode, I'm guiding you through Stage Two: Regulation & How to Come Back To Calm — the practical ways you can bring your nervous system back to calm once you notice it's been activated. Because stress, pressure and emotional ups and downs are part of being human. The real skill isn't avoiding stress altogether, but learning how to guide yourself back to a steadier, calmer state.I'll walk you through several simple body-based “portals” that help your nervous system shift from stress back into safety — tools you can begin using straight away in everyday life.In this episode I share:Why we often can't think our way out of stress — and why the body needs to feel safe firstHow the brain and body communicate through the nervous system, including the 80/20 body-to-brain signal pathwayFive simple “portals” into nervous system regulationHow your everyday breathing habits influence your nervous system throughout the dayWhy developing body awareness helps you notice stress earlier and respond before overwhelm buildsTo find out more about how your breathing may be affecting your nervous system, download for FREE The Breath Check up.  If you'd like some guidance with the breathing techniques I mention in this episode, you can explore my Rapid Calm Toolkit or Breathe Better Basics, where I guide you through simple practices to help you calm and regulate your nervous system whenever you need to.Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time. Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now. Download my energising 5 Minute Morning Practice to get your day started in the best way possible. To find out more about my membership The Inner Space go to: https://www.pollywarren.com/theinnerspaceEmail me at: info@pollywarren.comhttps://www.pollywarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/pollywarrencoaching/

In this episode, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. sits down with Brian Green to discuss his major federal court win in Nebraska striking down USCIS's two-step Kazarian framework for EB-1A adjudications. The court found the policy was unlawfully adopted and ordered USCIS to reopen and approve the I-140 petition. They break down the legal reasoning, the impact of Loper Bright, where future lawsuits may succeed, and what this means for EB-1A (and possibly O-1) cases moving forward. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube   Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox  

In this episode, Carl walks through the second step of purpose-based planning: turning purpose into goals. Rather than asking clients to name goals out of thin air, he explains how goals naturally grow out of conversations about what matters, giving people permission to relax, guess, and explore without false precision. Carl shows how to frame, prioritize, and rank goals based on what's truly at stake for each client, reminding us that goals are provisional, flexible, and meant to clarify direction, not lock anyone into a rigid plan.Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/ 

Scott and Deb are joined by Nick and Crystal for a powerful conversation on Step Two of recovery: “Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.”Together, they explore why healing doesn't come from trying harder, but from learning to trust God differently—not as a taskmaster to fear, but as a loving Father who finishes what we cannot. Through scripture, recovery experience, and clinical insight, this episode reframes recovery, faith, and repentance as relational, not transactional.Whether you're navigating addiction, fear, uncertainty, or the weight of life, this episode invites you to consider a deeper question: Can God be trusted with what's broken in me?

A Glorious Release What happens when we finally stop fighting everything and everyone? What happens when we stop arguing with life, recovery, and God? According to today's reflection, the real relief begins the moment we surrender. Many of us lived in self-will run riot. We tried to control everything, fix everything, and carry the weight of the world alone. Step Two offers something radical: you don't have to do this by yourself anymore. In today's episode of The Daily Trudge, we talk about: • Why surrender feels terrifying at first • The connection between ego and insanity • What it really means to stop fighting life • How recovery becomes a glorious release instead of a burden If you're tired of carrying everything on your own, this one is for you. Recovery doesn't mean life gets easy — it means you don't have to face it alone. No one trudges alone.

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Doing more, faster, better with less has become the permanent setting in modern business. Post-pandemic, with tighter budgets, higher customer expectations, and AI speeding up competitors, leaders can't rely on "the boss with the whiteboard marker" to magically produce genius ideas on demand. You need a repeatable innovation system that draws out creativity from the whole organisation—especially the people closest to customers. Below is a practical nine-step innovation process leaders can run again and again, so innovation becomes a habit—not a lucky accident.  How do leaders define "success" before trying to innovate? Innovation gets messy fast unless everyone is crystal clear on what "good" looks like. Step One is Visualisation: define the goal, the "should be" case, and what success looks like in concrete terms—customer outcomes, cost, quality, time, risk, or growth. In practice, this is where executives at firms like Toyota or Unilever would translate strategy into a shared target: "Reduce onboarding time from 14 days to 3," or "Increase repeat purchase by 10% in APAC by Q4." Compare that with many SMEs where the goal is vague ("be more innovative") and the team sprints hard in random directions. Do now (mini-summary): Write a one-sentence "should be" target and 3 measurable success indicators (KPI, timeline, customer impact). Align the team before you chase ideas. What's the fastest way to gather the right facts without killing creativity? Great ideas come from great inputs, and Step Two is Fact Finding—collect data before opinions. Leaders should separate "facts" from "feelings" by digging into who/what/when/where/why/how. This is where many organisations discover their measurement systems are weak—or worse, wrong. In the US, you might lean on product analytics, A/B testing, and voice-of-customer tools. In Japan, you'll often combine frontline observation (genba thinking) with structured reporting—useful, but sometimes filtered by hierarchy. Either way, don't judge yet. Just get the evidence: customer complaints, churn reasons, sales cycle delays, defect rates, staff turnover, and time wasted in approvals. Do now (mini-summary): Collect 10 hard facts (numbers, patterns, examples) and 10 "customer voice" quotes. No solutions yet—just reality. How do you frame the real problem so you don't solve the wrong thing? The way you state the problem determines the quality of the ideas you'll get. Step Three is Problem (or Opportunity) Finding: clarify what's actually holding you back, where resources leak, and what success constraints exist. This is harder than it sounds. Ask five people the main problem and you'll get eight opinions—especially in matrixed multinationals or fast-moving startups. Use smart problem framing techniques: "How might we…?", "What's the bottleneck?", "If we fixed one thing this quarter, what would move the needle?" Compare Japan vs the US here: US teams may jump to action quickly; Japan teams may seek consensus early. Both can miss the root cause if the framing is sloppy. Do now (mini-summary): Rewrite your problem three ways: customer-impact, process-bottleneck, and cost-leakage. Pick the clearest, most actionable version. How do you run ideation so the loud people don't crush the good ideas? Step Four is Idea Finding, and the golden rule is: no judgement, chase volume, and do it in silence. This is where most leaders accidentally sabotage innovation—someone blurts an idea, the "bolshie" confident voices start critiquing, and the timid thinkers shut down. Silent idea generation (think brainwriting rather than brainstorming) helps deeper thinkers contribute and reduces status bias—critical in hierarchical cultures and in teams where junior staff defer to seniority. If you want better ideas, ask the people closest to the coal face: new hires, customer support, frontline sales, and the group that best matches your buyers' profile. Often they see problems the C-suite never touches. Do now (mini-summary): Run 10 minutes of silent brainwriting: each person writes 10 ideas. No talking. Then collect and cluster ideas by theme. How do leaders choose the best ideas without politics or "rank wins"? Step Five is Solution Finding—now you're allowed to judge, but you must judge fairly. The risk here is predictable: seniority dominates, juniors defer, and the "easy consensus" becomes a polite rubber stamp. Use a structured selection method: score ideas against agreed criteria (impact, effort, speed, risk, customer value). Borrow from frameworks like Stage-Gate, Lean Startup (testable hypotheses), and even RICE scoring (Reach, Impact, Confidence, Effort). Compare sectors: in B2B, feasibility and implementation risk often weigh more; in consumer markets, speed and customer delight can dominate. The point is to remove the "who said it" factor. Do now (mini-summary): Build a simple 4-criteria scorecard and rank the top 10 ideas. Make scoring anonymous if hierarchy is distorting decisions. How do you get buy-in and actually execute innovation in the real world? Ideas don't win—execution wins, and Steps Six to Nine turn creativity into results. Step Six is Acceptance Finding: sell the idea internally for time, money, and people. Step Seven is Implementation: define who does what by when, with budget and resources. Step Eight is Follow Up: check progress early so you don't discover the team is zigging when you needed zagging. Step Nine is Evaluation: did it work, was it worth it, and what did we learn? In 2025-era organisations, this is also where AI can help: drafting business cases, mapping risks, creating implementation plans, and summarising learnings—without replacing leadership accountability. Startups might run faster experiments; conglomerates might need governance and change management. Either way, the process keeps you moving. Do now (mini-summary): Assign an owner, set a 30-day milestone, and define the success metric. Review weekly. Capture learnings as you go. Final wrap-up A surprising number of companies still have no shared system for generating ideas—so innovation depends on mood, meetings, or the loudest voice in the room. A repeatable nine-step process creates better ideation, stronger decision-making, and cleaner execution. Run it consistently, and innovation becomes part of your organisational DNA—not a once-a-year workshop. Quick next steps for leaders Pick one business pain point and run Steps 1–4 in a 60-minute session this week. Use silent idea generation to protect the deeper thinkers. Score ideas with a simple rubric to avoid politics. Pilot one idea in 30 days, then evaluate and repeat. FAQs Is brainstorming or brainwriting better for innovation? Brainwriting usually beats brainstorming because it reduces groupthink and status bias. Silent idea generation produces more ideas and more diverse ideas in most teams. How long does the nine-step innovation process take? You can run Steps 1–5 in a half-day and Steps 6–9 over 30–90 days. The timeline depends on complexity, risk, and resources. What if leadership won't support the idea? Treat Step Six like a sales process—build a business case and show trade-offs. If you can't win resources, scale the idea down into a testable pilot.   Author credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan. 

STEP TWO  (A Snap-Shot). In this episode of the Take 12 Recovery Radio Show, hosts Monty Meyer, Dion Miller, and Roger McDermott explore the themes of recovery, the importance of community, and the role of a higher power in the 12-step program. They reflect on personal experiences from a recent 12-step retreat, celebrate milestones in recovery, and discuss the complexities of the recovery process, particularly focusing on Step Two: believing in a power greater than oneself. The conversation emphasizes the significance of honesty, open-mindedness, and the ongoing journey of personal growth in recovery. Closing Song: Burden Down by the Allies.#recovery #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #addiction 

In the second of our mini series about getting back to driving in 2026, the second step we discuss is your driving goals.What is your big, long term driving goal?What is your medium term driving goal?What will you be doing in three or four months that will show you've made progress?What is the first, baby step you could take in the next couple of weeks?Write these down, along with any other thoughts, concerns, ideas and goals, ready for step three tomorrow.Find out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:The Drive Calm Journal:A Twelve-Week Prompt Journal for Anxious Drivers - available to buy in all formats on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/hdrzRKjGet help from Kev and Tracey at Confident Drivers:Sign up for our free weekly newsletter that includes a tip of the week plus the latest news and podcast episode: Sign up HereTry one of our most popular tools, the Confident Drivers Coaching Wheel, to help you identify your driving strengths and weaknesses and see if you are driving test-ready: https://confident-drivers.newzenler.com/courses/coachingwheel-testreadyAre you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://confident-drivers.newzenler.com/courses/nervous-drivers-calming-kitDo you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, we offer four different levels of help to suit your needs.One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/drivingconfidencecoachingLeave us a Tip / Buy us a coffee:https://driving-confidence-podcast.captivate.fm/supportFollow or contact us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQPodcast NewsletterIf you would like us to keep you up to date with podcast episodes, click the most appropriate link for you:Individual driversDriving Instructors

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Inside this episode of the Womanifester Podcast, we travel into Step Two of the Belief Alchemy: Remembering How the Universe works. You'll discover the energetic laws shaping your reality, how vibration really magnetizes your life, and the sneaky ways your thinking blocks your manifestations. What we cover:The quantum truth: everything is energy, including your thoughts, desires, and beliefsWhy frequency alignment matters more than “effort”How affirmations work (and why your body is your tuning dial)The power of presence as your portal to infinite possibilitiesDesire vs “want” — and surrendering into receivingHow to disprove limiting beliefs using universal lawsReal-life examples of manifestation through aligned vibrationBook a Call with KJ https://calendly.com/womanifester/firstcallBooks Mentioned:A Happy Pocket Full of Money by David Cameron GakandiIf this episode opened a portal for you, follow my journey on IG @womanifester for all things quantum creation + embodied manifestation.

Now that everyone and everything is mindful (except the federal government), is mindfulness diluted? I was starting to wonder so I'm digging into the question, starting with, “What is mindfulness, or ‘wise mindfulness'?” which is the next step on the path. From 10,000 feet, to me mindfulness is looking in and looking up. Looking in, by practicing stillness, examining our fabulous minds and hearts, and then training them to focus and be loving and connect. And it's also looking in and up, by (1) stopping throughout the day, (2) taking a breath, (3) noticing our thoughts & feelings plus what we, and everyone else, seems to need, (4) considering how to get those needs met without causing harm, and then (5) changing our minds, if necessary, to do that. Does that make sense? Of course mindfulness is much more, too. Join me on the Wake Up Call….

Text and Be HeardWhat if the turning point in recovery isn't willpower, but acceptance? We go straight to the heart of Step Three and unpack how acceptance transforms vague intentions into tangible progress. Instead of forcing surrender, we build a path from change (Step One) to safety and help (Step Two), then into the daily practice of accepting reality—so you can move with clarity, not struggle against it.We challenge the comforting myths—“I'm not that bad,” “I can stop anytime”—and explore why the brain treats addiction like an oxygen line. From there, we offer practical tools that make acceptance real: protective routines that reduce friction, connection practices that lower shame, and the simple daily triad of laugh, work, and love. You'll hear why relationships feel lighter when both people lift their end, how skills outcompete excuses in your career and finances, and why soreness from training beats the slow ache of neglect over the long run.We also tackle spirituality without shortcuts. Rather than promising instant surrender, we invite a grounded approach: believe in something bigger and still own your choices. Prayer, reflection, and community can support that balance, but the engine is honest acceptance of where you are—emotionally, physically, financially, and relationally—so Step Four's honesty can land. If you're ready to stop wrestling with reality and start shaping it, this conversation offers a clear map: change, safety, acceptance, repeat.Subscribe for more grounded guidance on the 12 steps, share this with someone who needs a fresh start, and leave a review to tell us one truth you're ready to accept today.Support the showRecovery is Beautiful. Go Live Your Best Life!!Facebook Group - Recovery Freedom Circle | FacebookYour EQ is Your IQYouTube - Life Is Wonderful Hugo VRecovery Freedom CircleThe System That Understands Recovery, Builds Character and Helps People Have Better Relationships.A Life Changing Solution, Saves You Time, 18 weekswww.lifeiswonderful.love Instagram - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTikTok - Lifeiswonderful.LovePinterest - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTwitter - LifeWonderLoveLinkedIn - Hugo Vrsalovic Life Is Wonderful.Love

We know that serious discussions are underway in the White House about possibility of Trump invoking the IInsurrection Act. If it happened this weekend, Pulitzer Prize winning author and journalist David Cay Johnston, who joins us today, says it could run up against the “No Kings” protests. Because of the shutdown, federal court are expected to run out of money by Friday. If courts close, demonstrators who get arrested might be stuck with little recourse. We'll explore the possibilities. We will check in with Mo Kelly, talk a little politics and welcome him into the Mark Thompson Show fold as a regular contributor.

Text and Be HeardSafety isn't soft—it's the engine of change. We take a fresh look at Step Two and flip the script: before debating beliefs or defining a higher power, build the conditions that let honesty and help actually land. When your nervous system feels safe, writing gets real, conversations stop performing, and progress stops stalling.We share a simple ethos—laugh daily, work hard at what matters, and lead with love—then ground it in practice. You'll hear how structure turns emotional chaos into a path you can follow, why stopping the noisiest addiction opens space for deeper healing, and how asking for help becomes a learned skill rather than a last resort. We walk through therapy pitfalls (like paying to hide), the relief of telling one whole truth to one safe person, and the role of sponsors, mentors, and community in keeping you honest when willpower gets thin.Spirituality finds its natural place once safety is established. Whether you grew up in church, left it, or never had language for faith, Step Two can be a humane bridge: admit you can't do it alone, invite support, and let curiosity—not pressure—guide what comes next. Along the way, we name common traumas that fuel compulsions, show how small daily practices create clarity, and point to a freer way to live: less hypervigilance, more peace, and 24 hours you can genuinely enjoy.If this resonates, share it with a friend who needs a safer start to recovery, subscribe for more grounded guidance, and leave a review to help others find the show. Your story can change—begin by making it safe to tell.Support the showRecovery is Beautiful. Go Live Your Best Life!!Facebook Group - Recovery Freedom Circle | FacebookYour EQ is Your IQYouTube - Life Is Wonderful Hugo VRecovery Freedom CircleThe System That Understands Recovery, Builds Character and Helps People Have Better Relationships.A Life Changing Solution, Saves You Time, 18 weekswww.lifeiswonderful.love Instagram - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTikTok - Lifeiswonderful.LovePinterest - Lifeiswonderful.LoveTwitter - LifeWonderLoveLinkedIn - Hugo Vrsalovic Life Is Wonderful.Love

Julia A. gives a talk on Steps Two and Three at the Step-Tember to Remember Workshop in September of 2025. Find us at https://maddogspeakers.com/.

Send us a textConfidence isn't step one—it's step two.In this episode, we're unpacking one of the biggest myths new coaches believe… and how it keeps them stuck waiting to “feel ready.”If you've ever held back from coaching because you thought you needed more confidence first—this one's for you.

Turning our will and our lives over to God is never easy. But it’s always good. This Christian meditation podcast offers space for Bible meditation, scripture reflection, and guided prayer rooted in the wisdom of the 12 steps. Step Three says: “We made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.” Step One reminded us: I can’t.Step Two gave us hope: God can.And Step Three invites us to surrender: I think I’ll let Him. Today’s meditation is from Jeremiah 17:5–8. This poetic passage paints a vivid picture of what happens when we rely on our own strength versus when we place our hope and confidence in the Lord. One life ends up like a stunted shrub in the desert. The other is like a flourishing tree with roots reaching deep into the river. Through guided reflection, you’ll be invited to notice where you’re relying on yourself, and where God is asking you to trust Him more fully. Then you’ll rest in the truth that God wants you to be like that tree — deeply rooted, resilient through hard seasons, and bearing fruit that blesses others. Take a few deep breaths, settle in, and let’s meditate together. Helpful Resources Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.This journal includes:• All the Scriptures for this series• Weekly reflection prompts• Space to record what God is revealing to you Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. Meditation Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5–8 (NLT) 5 This is what the LORD says:“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,who rely on human strengthand turn their hearts away from the LORD.6 They are like stunted shrubs in the desert,with no hope for the future.They will live in the barren wilderness,in an uninhabited salty land.7 “But blessed are those who trust in the LORDand have made the LORD their hope and confidence.8 They are like trees planted along a riverbank,with roots that reach deep into the water.Such trees are not bothered by the heator worried by long months of drought.Their leaves stay green,and they never stop producing fruit.” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We are powerless to fix our deepest struggles on our own, but God can. Step Two of the Twelve Steps invites us to believe in a Power greater than ourselves who restores us to sanity—bringing perspective, healing, and hope. Faith doesn't require certainty, only openness to God's presence and purpose in our lives. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=H1_1k0p9ge) Watch the Sermon (https://youtu.be/2JCii9F9Jzs) Watch the Full Worship Service (https://youtube.com/live/4ibtij5U8ME?feature=share) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)

Have you ever believed and doubted at the same time? You’re not alone. This Christian meditation podcast offers space for Bible meditation, scripture reflection, and guided prayer shaped by the 12 steps. Step Two says: “We came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.” If Step One was I can’t, Step Two is the hopeful turn toward God can. In this imaginative prayer, you’ll enter the story of a desperate father who brings his son to Jesus for healing. He longs to believe God can help him, yet struggles with doubt. His words echo the tension so many of us feel: “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” This meditation invites you to step into the scene and experience Jesus’s compassion in the very places where faith and doubt live side by side. Where do you need God’s help today? He knows exactly what you are facing — and He wants to help. Take a deep breath and let this meditation remind you that while we can’t, God can. Helpful Links:Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.This journal includes:• All the Scriptures for this series• Weekly reflection prompts• Space to record what God is revealing to you Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. Today’s Scripture: Mark 9:20–24 (NLT) So they brought the boy. But when the evil spirit saw Jesus, it threw the child into a violent convulsion, and he fell to the ground, writhing and foaming at the mouth.“How long has this been happening?” Jesus asked the boy’s father.He replied, “Since he was a little boy. The spirit often throws him into the fire or into water, trying to kill him. Have mercy on us and help us, if you can.”“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.”The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Be A Better You Annual Challenge Day 221: Emotional SOAP Process Step Two: Options? Do one thing every day to be a better you! Join us every day in 2025 for a quick challenge that is all about you improving and creating the life you want! https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSharon Ask your questions and share your wisdom! #beabetteryouannualchallenge #emotion #emotionalhealth #emotionalchallenge #SOAPframework #options #brainstorm #1031tool #waystofillthegap

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This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

This is a study and commentary of the Basic Text book within Narcotics Anonymous. We invite you to come along this journey with us. Please get your book, a highlighter, and a pen/pencil.

Philippians 4:4-9UnshakenStep TwoFirst Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Note from Jeannine:I had a great time chatting with Patrick. I found him to be incredibly insightful, vulnerable and honest. He is someone is consistently doing work to try to become the best version of himself, and I think we can always learn from people who are willing to take accountability, and share their solutions. Enjoy!Episode description:Patrick Holbert is a stand-up comedian whose special, "Qualification,: is out now! Patrick grew up in rural New York and didn't start drinking until college. College drinking escalated - and ended - pretty quickly. Patrick got sober at twenty-seven and has embarked on a journey of twelve step sobriety and fellowship that introduced him to his wife, as well as his solution for his problems in sobriety.Please let me know what you think!Connect with Patrick on InstagramDM me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Message me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen AD FREE & workout with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!

University of Washington researchers discovered something that should concern every parent: children who use AI to create can no longer create without it. And here's the concerning part: most parents have absolutely no idea it's happening. If you've been following our series on Creative Thinking in the AI Age, you know I've been tracking how artificial intelligence is rewiring human creativity. We've explored the 30% decline in creative thinking among adults, the science of neuroplasticity, and practical exercises to rebuild our creative capabilities. But today's episode is different. Today, we're talking about your child's developing brain. And I need to be direct with you—the next 30 minutes might be the most important parenting conversation you have this year. Because while we've been worried about AI taking our jobs, it's already changing our children's minds. Unlike us adults, who developed our creative thinking before AI existed, our kids are growing up with artificial intelligence as their creative co-pilot from the very beginning. Here's my promise to you: by the end of this episode, you'll know exactly how to tell if your child is developing AI dependency, you'll understand why their developing brain is more vulnerable than yours, and you'll have an assessment tool to evaluate your family's situation—plus immediate strategies you can start using today. But first, let me show you what's happening in homes just like yours—and why this is both preventable and completely reversible. The Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight A few weeks ago, a mother shared a story that stopped me in my tracks. Her 10-year-old daughter used to spend hours drawing elaborate fantasy worlds, completely absorbed in her creative process. Now, when her mother suggests drawing something, the daughter responds, 'Can I just use AI to make it look better?' At first, this seemed like smart efficiency—why not use available tools? However, when the mother asked her daughter to draw a simple picture with no digital help, something alarming occurred. The child just stared at the blank paper and started crying, unable to create anything on her own. This story isn't unique. It's happening everywhere, and parents are missing it because the signs look like success. Before we go further, let me be clear: this isn't your fault. AI dependency developed gradually, and most parents missed the early signs because they actually looked positive. Think about your own child for a moment. Has their homework gotten easier? Do they finish writing assignments faster than they used to? Are their projects suddenly more polished? If you answered yes, you might be looking at what I call the "homework mirage." Here's what the homework mirage looks like: Your child sits down to write a story for English class. Instead of staring at the blank page like kids have done for generations, they open ChatGPT. They type: "Write me a story about a brave knight." In thirty seconds, they have three paragraphs that would have taken them an hour to write. You see the finished assignment. It's well-written, grammatically correct, and creative. You think, "Great! They're learning to use technology efficiently." But here's what you don't see: your child's brain just missed a crucial workout. Remember in our first episode when we talked about brain pathways being like muscles? When we don't use them, they weaken. This is happening to children at a speed that concerns researchers worldwide. (Reference: Newman, M. et al., 2024, "I want it to talk like Darth Vader: Helping Children Construct Creative Self-Efficacy with Generative AI," University of Washington) Dr. Ying Xu from Harvard put it perfectly when she asked the critical question: "Are they actually engaging in the learning process, or are they bypassing it by getting an easy answer from the AI?" And here's the concerning part—kids who use AI to complete tasks do produce higher quality work in the short term. But when you take the AI away, their abilities are worse than before they started using it. But this goes way beyond homework. Children are experiencing what experts call the "Creative Confidence Crisis." Kids who used to love making art now say, "I'm not good enough" when they see AI-generated images. Children ask AI to help with simple creative tasks, such as making up games or telling stories. The scale of this problem is significant. Recent research shows that 31% of teenagers are already using AI to create pictures and images. Sixteen percent are using it to make music. And parents? Most have no idea how much their children are depending on these tools. As one researcher told me, "Parents and teachers are pretty much out of the loop, so young people are using AI platforms with virtually no guidance." This brings us to a crucial question: Why are children more vulnerable to this than adults? Why Your Child's Brain Is at Risk In our second episode, we explored neuroplasticity—your brain's ability to reorganize itself throughout your life. But children's brains aren't just plastic; they're in active construction mode. Think of an adult brain like a well-established city with roads and infrastructure already built. A child's brain is more like a city being built from scratch. The roads they travel most frequently become the highways of their adult thinking. This is why the creative pathways your child develops now will determine their innovative capabilities for life. While AI can already outperform humans at data analysis, writing, and even coding, it cannot replicate the uniquely human ability to make unexpected connections, challenge assumptions, and imagine what doesn't yet exist.  The children who develop strong creative thinking skills today will be the ones who thrive in tomorrow's AI-dominated world—they'll be the innovators, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers who can work with artificial intelligence without being replaced by it. These future-critical abilities depend on four specific creative thinking systems that are strengthened or weakened based on how children use them. When children become AI-dependent, these four systems are at risk: Cognitive Flexibility—your child's ability to switch between different thinking modes. This is what allows them to see a cardboard box as a spaceship, then a house, and then a robot costume. When children always ask AI, "What should I make?" instead of experimenting, this flexibility is weakened. Associative Thinking—connecting seemingly unrelated ideas. This is how kids come up with wild and wonderful ideas, like "What if cars could swim?" When AI provides ready-made connections, children stop making their own unique associations. Divergent Thinking—generating multiple solutions to open-ended problems. AI excels at convergent thinking—identifying the best answer. But human creativity thrives on divergent thinking—exploring all possible answers. Constraint Breaking—the ability to identify and overcome hidden assumptions limiting their thinking. This is what lets children question rules like "stories have to make sense" or "art has to look realistic." When AI always provides solutions within conventional parameters, children stop challenging the boundaries of what's possible. When these systems weaken, children develop what is called "Creative Bypass Syndrome." They learn to jump straight to AI whenever they encounter creative challenges. Their brains literally rewire to avoid the hard work of original thinking. But there's another crucial element that supports all four of these systems: frustration tolerance—your child's ability to persist through difficult problems without immediate relief. This is where the real creative magic happens. Those moments when your child sits with a problem, feels stuck, pushes through the discomfort, and discovers something unexpected. AI eliminates this essential struggle by providing instant solutions. Think about the last time you watched your child work through a challenging puzzle or try to build something that kept falling down. That frustration they felt? That's their brain building resilience and creative persistence. When children can immediately turn to AI for answers, they miss these crucial mental workouts. But here's the encouraging news: because children's brains are so adaptable, they can also recover faster than adults. The creative pathways that have weakened can be rebuilt. The confidence that's been lost can be restored. Now, before we talk solutions, you need to know where your child stands right now. The Creative Independence Assessment I've developed a simple test that you can do at home to evaluate your child's creative resilience. You can download the complete assessment tool from our website, but let me walk you through the key elements right now. Important setup instructions: Set aside 15 uninterrupted minutes for this assessment. Choose a time when your child is relaxed, not rushed or hungry. Find a quiet space—the kitchen table works perfectly. Have other siblings play elsewhere during the test. If your child resists or asks "why," simply say "I'm curious about something" and keep it light. The assessment is based on one fundamental principle: creative confidence shows up in how children respond to open-ended challenges with no right answer. For ages 5 to 8, try what I call the "Magic Box Challenge." Give your child an empty cardboard box—a shoe box works perfectly. Tell them: "This is a magic box that can become anything you want. Show me what you'd like it to be." Then step back and observe. Don't give suggestions. Don't offer help. Don't provide materials unless they specifically ask. Just watch how they respond. For ages 9 to 12, try the "Problem Inventor Challenge." Ask your child to invent a problem that needs solving, then solve it. Give them exactly ten minutes. No devices, no external input. Say: "Pretend you're an inventor. What problem would you want to solve, and how would you solve it?" For teenagers, ages 13 to 17, use the "Original Idea Test." Ask them to come up with an original, creative project idea in any medium—art, writing, music, video, anything. They need to explain why this idea interests them personally. Give them up to ten minutes and say: "If you could create anything right now—no limits on time or resources—what would you make and why?" Now, let me show you how to score what you observe. As you watch your child during their assessment, use this scoring guide to identify which traits they exhibit. You can circle or check off the behaviors you notice, then see which zone has the most matches. CREATIVE INDEPENDENCE ASSESSMENT SCORING GUIDE AGES 5-8: Magic Box Challenge

Join us in this episode as LJ opens up to talk about being Non-Binary. In addition we talk about having a few slips after long term sobriety, calling a suicide help line and finishing up work on Step Two.   Since suicide was mentioned in this episode, if you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 https://988lifeline.org   Links mentioned in this episode: Recommiting to Recovery: https://saa-recovery.org/literature/recommitting-to-recovery/ Submit a story to the new edition of the Green Book: https://saa-recovery.org/submit-recovery-stories/ Telemeetings website: https://saatalk.info/us/meetings   YouTube Links to music in this episode (used for educational purposes): Billy Lockett - Say I'm Sober: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrAsAl6hE74   Be sure to reach us via email: feedback@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com If you are comfortable and interested in being a guest or panelist, please feel free to contact me. jason@sexaddictsrecoverypod.com SARPodcast YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn0dcZg-Ou7giI4YkXGXsBWDHJgtymw9q   To find meetings in the San Francisco Bay Area, be sure to visit: https://www.bayareasaa.org/meetings To find meetings in the your local area or online, be sure to visit the main SAA website: https://saa-recovery.org/meetings/   The content of this podcast has not been approved by and may not reflect the opinions or policies of the ISO of SAA, Inc.  

This episode is about righteousness.  I discuss the importance of hearing the Savior's messages through the power of the Holy Ghost. We need Christ's love, and we need His help every day.  Alone, we have a harder time in this confusing and deception-filled world.  With Him and the sweet influence of the Spirit life can be filled with so much more JOY! Here are the talks I mentioned:   "Stand Forever" by Lawrence Corbridge "The Holy Ghost as Your Constant Companion" by Henry B Eyring Check out my book, "Feasting on the Words of Christ," where I share a simple, five-step method for receiving answers to your prayers through the scriptures. You're really going to love it!    

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Sermon Summary:In this exploration of Step Two of the 12 Steps, we journey through the remarkable transformation of King Nebuchadnezzar. His story reveals how even the most powerful among us can be trapped in the insanity of self-sufficiency. Nebuchadnezzar, ruler of ancient Babylon and builder of legendary wonders, believed himself to be the source of his own greatness until a divine intervention stripped him of everything. Through his dramatic fall from power to eating grass like cattle, we discover the paradox of finding sanity through surrender. The sermon weaves together the ancient biblical narrative with modern research about wealth and compassion, showing how success often breeds self-centered thinking rather than gratitude. We learn that believing in a higher power isn't about achieving perfect faith, but about taking the first humble step of acknowledging we're not God. The message culminates in the practical application of simple, daily prayers of surrender: "God, would you be God in my life today?" This ancient story becomes a mirror for our own struggles with control, pride, and the exhausting effort of trying to be our own gods.

Recorded at the Choose Your Own Conception OA Big Book Study meeting.  Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays  
8:00-9:00 PM Eastern Time  Meeting ID: 985 0940 4749  Passcode: 12164  Inspired by the line from Bill's Story on page 12 in the Big Book, “Why don't you choose your own conception of God?”, the mission of this Overeaters Anonymous meeting is to be as inclusive as possible regarding spirituality and language, while staying firmly rooted in the program of recovery outlined in The Big Book. Multiple meetings/speakers on every chapter/step allow for access to multiple perspectives on our common solution.   For more information about this meeting: https://cyocbbstudy.blogspot.com

On to Step Two

As Canadians once again find themselves explaining why their country deserves to exist, a group of proud Quebecers brave the winter in Sherbrooke to raise their nation's largest-ever flag. IDEAS' Tom Howell joins in, as he continues his series on where the patriotic spirit belongs in people's lives today.

When we smack up against the wall of reality, do we believe anyone can help us? Join us for the message “The Twelve Step Shuffle: Dancing with God with Two Left Feet,” “Step Two.” This is a recording of the scripture and sermon portion of our service on 1/19/25.  If you like what your hear on this podcast, you can also support our ministry with your gift through our website at www.TUMCD.org You can also see the video version of this podcast and our special videos on our YouTube channel “@Trinity UMCD”  If you're looking for a church where you'll be welcomed, accepted and affirmed we hope you'll consider Trinity.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: What if you COULD achieve your most audacious goals this year?    Introducing the "Bridge the Gap" method - hundreds of coaching clients have used it to succeed, and ahieve goals they couldn't achieve before.    A simple three-question process to help you get where you want to go by the end of 2026.    • Opening thoughts on New Year's traditions and authenticity  • The impact of how you start the year on future outcomes  • the

What is God and life currently teaching you?

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In this episode, I continue with information I received in 1992 that changed my sobriety in every single way. Part 4: Step Two(Originally broadcast in 2021) 

Ralph W. gives a Step Two talk for the Emotional Sobriety Conference held via Zoom in June of 2024 hosted by the Everything or Nothing Group in Gainesville, FL. Find us at https://maddogspeakers.com/.

Get more High Ticket Clients.  Action Step TWO! This is one most don't do and they sort of beat around the bush on this.  However, if you make it a mission to 10x this one thing... your revenue will go nuclear! Let me know what you think of this episode or if you have some questions about what was discussed… shoot me a message on Instagram at:  @EricLouviere Head to https://CoachingUncensored.com to get the free cheat sheet and other trainings as my gift! If you are a coach, business coach, life coach or executive coach, or agency owner, then this episode can move the needle for you in revenue.

Step Three states: “Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.” We'll be delving into this step, discussing its essence and sharing personal experiences. Step Three comes after acknowledging the hope for a saner life (Step Two). This step is about making a... The post Letting Go and Trusting: Exploring Step Three – 416 appeared first on The Recovery Show.

Spencer opens the discussion by reiterating Step Two: “[We] came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.” Bruce notes that their discussion is a reflection of their personal experiences.. Personal Narratives of Insanity and Restoration Both Spencer and Bruce share their personal stories, highlighting their past struggles and how... The post Finding Hope and Sanity: Exploring Step Two – 415 appeared first on The Recovery Show.

In this episode, I go through my understanding and experience with the form and substance of Step Two, and how important it was for me to seperate the two.Here is my Instagram. Get my books on Amazon! 

Beth B. gives a talk on Step Two at the 2nd March Through the Steps Workshop on 3/4/2022. Find us at https://maddogspeakers.com/.