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Schopp and Bulldog analyze Tyler Dunne's recent feature on Josh Allen where the quarterback discusses his physical playing style and when he might consider retirement. The conversation compares Allen's career trajectory to other dual-threat quarterbacks like Randall Cunningham and John Elway. They also explore Allen's deep connection to the city of Buffalo and the importance of winning a championship for his legacy.
Following Jesus makes you different. That difference most commonly and brilliantly shows up when life gets hard.This week, we will be studying 1 Peter 1:13-21 under the theme “Stop Playing Both Sides.” A holy God desires the whole of a person, not double agents who serve two masters. This text teaches focused, sober-minded commitment to the One who committed to us.Add St. Marcus as your church on the Church Center App!Fill out our online connection cardHow can we pray for you? If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.
MAUDE: I experienced a close friend engaging in the blame game this last week, and it was such a strong experience that it made me want to write about it here. My friend seemed to be walking around drowning in … How to Stop Playing the Blame Game and Actually Feel Peaceful Read More »
Most people ignore this, but they really shouldn't... Discover why living life on your terms makes people respect you more! More @ https://julien-himself.com Connect with Julien: Watch the episodes on YouTube Go deeper with Julien's online courses Follow Julien on Instagram Julien's TikTok Work with Julien directly
How should women shoot their shot in 2026? Is it true that a bold and direct woman can get any man she wants? Why do women hate to see men having fun? The fellas share the times they've been bagged by women with no effort and give a few pointers on how women should approach men...Let's Pod!
Taxes are not just something you deal with once a year when it is time to file. For high earners, business owners, and investors, taxes are part of the bigger wealth-building strategy. In this episode, Shari Rash talks with CPA and tax strategist Catrina M. Craft about how to stop playing defense with the IRS and start thinking more proactively about tax strategy. Catrina explains why the tax code often creates more opportunities for business owners and investors, why high-earning W-2 employees may feel limited but are not completely out of options, and how Roth accounts, HSAs, real estate, business structure, and proactive planning can all play a role in a smarter tax picture. They also talk about the difference between an accountant, a bookkeeper, a CPA, and a tax strategist, why waiting until March or April is usually too late for meaningful tax planning, and why deductions are not free money. You'll hear: Why tax filing and tax strategy are not the same thing Why high earners need to stop treating taxes like a once-a-year event What W-2 employees can still consider when they feel stuck How Roth 401(k)s, backdoor Roth strategies, and HSAs may fit into long-term planning Why business owners need to understand entity structure, deductions, documentation, and ordinary and necessary expenses Why spending money just for a tax deduction can backfire How to think about tax planning as part of your larger financial strategy This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not individualized financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Before making tax, investment, retirement, business, or entity-structure decisions, consult with qualified professionals who understand your specific situation. If you want help building a financial plan that connects your income, investing, taxes, cash flow, and long-term goals, learn more about working with Shari Rash and GWA Wealth by visiting gwawealth.com. Follow Everyone's Talkin' Money on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode, and keep the conversation going on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney Talkin' Points → where your money gets smarter. Real talk, practical tips, zero guilt straight to your inbox. Sign up here. Be sure to like and follow the show on your favorite podcast app! Shari Rash is a financial planner and Investment Adviser Representative of GWA Wealth, a Registered Investment Adviser. The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Listening to this podcast does not create an advisory relationship with Shari Rash or GWA Wealth. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to specific investments, strategies, or securities are for illustrative purposes only and are not recommendations. You should consult your own financial advisor, tax professional, or attorney regarding your individual situation before making any financial decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and don't necessarily reflect the views of GWA Wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailWe get real about why bad labels turn simple service calls into expensive downtime and frustration for techs and customers. We define telecommunications administration, break down how it scales from a small office to enterprise sites, and share practical labeling rules that hold up years later.• why messy telecom room labels force “detective work”• what telecommunications administration means beyond paperwork• how ANSI standards and the BICSI TDMM guide consistent labeling and records• the operational payoff: faster MACs, less downtime, better capacity planning• the four administration classes and what complexity changes• when Automated Infrastructure Management (AIM) starts to fit• why machine-printed labels beat Sharpie for finished work• examples of labels that “tell a story” from outlet to rack and port• why labeling by room number breaks over time• how color coding helps but cannot replace documentation• best practices: label both ends with the same ID and keep it consistent• why documentation, drawings, and rack elevations complete the systemIf this episode helped you understand telecom administration just a little bit better, would you just share it with another wire monkey to try to help that level up this industry?Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD
Republicans are racking up major victories in the courts, on redistricting, and through the Trump administration's policy wins — but will they finally capitalize on the moment? Todd dives into the Supreme Court's Alabama redistricting decision, the media meltdown over congressional maps, and why Democrats suddenly fear the same political tactics they perfected for years. Plus, Todd examines new claims from Monica Crowley and FBI Director Kash Patel regarding possible evidence tied to the 2020 election and discusses what accountability could mean moving forward. This episode breaks down the political stakes, media framing, and whether Republicans will seize this rare opportunity or once again fold under pressure.
Republicans are racking up major victories in the courts, on redistricting, and through the Trump administration's policy wins — but will they finally capitalize on the moment? Todd dives into the Supreme Court's Alabama redistricting decision, the media meltdown over congressional maps, and why Democrats suddenly fear the same political tactics they perfected for years. Plus, Todd examines new claims from Monica Crowley and FBI Director Kash Patel regarding possible evidence tied to the 2020 election and discusses what accountability could mean moving forward. This episode breaks down the political stakes, media framing, and whether Republicans will seize this rare opportunity or once again fold under pressure.
Nick talks about how Football is being played on days that are not for football. There is also a listener, whose a Miami Hurricanes fan, taking exception w/ Producer Tim's comments on the Canes. Is there a potential bet in the works?
In this episode, Kameran Alareqi sits down with Thomas Eberts, a men's advisor and initiator, to discuss his dramatic journey from the brink of divorce to building a thriving, connected family.Thomas breaks down why so many men are "boys trapped in men's bodies," operating on broken "operating systems" inherited from past generations. We dive deep into the four masculine archetypes, the danger of the "boardroom brain" in marriage, and how to become the Integrated Father your family truly needs.Key Takeaways: What You'll LearnThe "Boy" vs. The "Man": Why being a provider isn't enough and how emotional absence creates a "unsafe" environment for your wife.The Gardener Mindset: Shifting from blaming your spouse to taking 100% responsibility for the "weeds" in your marriage.The 4 Masculine Archetypes: A breakdown of the King, Warrior, Magician, and Lover and how to integrate them to lead your household.The 7 Stages of Emotional Detachment: Recognizing the warning signs before your wife says, "I'm done."Healing the "Broken Operating System": How to rewire your nervous system and move past generational trauma.The Integrated Father: Why your daughter's future husband and your son's future self depend on the man you choose to become today.The 7 Stages of a Woman's Silent WithdrawalThomas shares his research on the "Death Spiral" of a marriage:"Everything is good, except this one thing."Trying everything to communicate feelings.The Manager: Feeling tired of managing the man's life.Resentment: Seeing the imbalance of labor and emotional effort.Emotional Detachment: The "Silent Phase"—the most dangerous stage where she stops fighting.The Decision: Making the internal choice to leave and feeling peace.The Announcement: "I'm done."Resources MentionedBook: King, Warrior, Magician, Lover by Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette.Thomas Eberts' Program: The 12-week "Initiation" online program & 5-day in-person immersion.Connect with Kameran: Website , IG, Substack, Skool CommunityRegister with VerafiedFinal ThoughtIf your wife has told you, "I don't feel safe with you," or "I have to do it all," you aren't dealing with a "nagging wife"—you are dealing with a leadership void. Real growth isn't just reading books; it's seeing the results in your marriage. If the marriage isn't changing, you aren't changing.Stop being a passenger in your own life. It's time to initiate.Keywords: Marriage Advice for Men, Masculine Leadership, How to Save a Marriage, Integrated Fatherhood, Thomas Eberts, Married and Connected Podcast, Emotional Intelligence for Men, Masculine Archetypes, Generational Trauma, Divorce Prevention.Support the show
Pack Nation, Ryan is fired up — and this one turned into something special. What started as a quick take on Lucas Van Ness's fifth year option turned into a full-on intervention for Packer fans who've convinced themselves that nobody on this roster is worth paying. Buckle up. The Rasini Rabbit Hole: Ryan goes deep on the conspiracy theory nobody is saying out loud — could The Athletic's investigation into inappropriate reporter-source relationships be connected to a sudden wave of high-profile NFL executives "stepping away to pursue other passions"? He wants credit if it turns out to be true. Lucas Van Ness Is a No-Brainer: The fifth year option is a bargain. Van Ness is slotting in as roughly the 40th-highest-paid pass rusher in the league. Letting him walk means handing the edge rotation to Baron Sorrell and a prayer. Ryan breaks down exactly why this isn't a debate. Salary Cap School Is In Session: Ryan pulls out his salary cap calculator at packergames.com and walks through why fans are consistently overestimating what these contracts actually cost. Aaron Rodgers' $33M deal in 2018 would be worth $61M today — and we panicked then too. Stop Playing the "He's Not Worth It" Game: From Jaden Reed to Christian Watson to Wyatt to Tucker Craft — Ryan argues that Packer fans systematically undervalue their own players and then have no plan for what to do with the savings. Gutey himself said "absolutely" when asked if they can still afford Watson. Call in and tell Ryan something crazy to do — 608-501-0718. New callers go to the front of the line. Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and find Ryan on X @Pack_Daddy. #GreenBayPackers #GoPackGo #LucasVanNess #NFLDraft #SalaryCap #PackNet #ChristianWatson #NFL #PackerNation This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02
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Pack Nation, Ryan is fired up — and this one turned into something special. What started as a quick take on Lucas Van Ness's fifth year option turned into a full-on intervention for Packer fans who've convinced themselves that nobody on this roster is worth paying. Buckle up. The Rasini Rabbit Hole: Ryan goes deep on the conspiracy theory nobody is saying out loud — could The Athletic's investigation into inappropriate reporter-source relationships be connected to a sudden wave of high-profile NFL executives "stepping away to pursue other passions"? He wants credit if it turns out to be true. Lucas Van Ness Is a No-Brainer: The fifth year option is a bargain. Van Ness is slotting in as roughly the 40th-highest-paid pass rusher in the league. Letting him walk means handing the edge rotation to Baron Sorrell and a prayer. Ryan breaks down exactly why this isn't a debate. Salary Cap School Is In Session: Ryan pulls out his salary cap calculator at packergames.com and walks through why fans are consistently overestimating what these contracts actually cost. Aaron Rodgers' $33M deal in 2018 would be worth $61M today — and we panicked then too. Stop Playing the "He's Not Worth It" Game: From Jaden Reed to Christian Watson to Wyatt to Tucker Craft — Ryan argues that Packer fans systematically undervalue their own players and then have no plan for what to do with the savings. Gutey himself said "absolutely" when asked if they can still afford Watson. Call in and tell Ryan something crazy to do — 608-501-0718. New callers go to the front of the line. Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and find Ryan on X @Pack_Daddy. #GreenBayPackers #GoPackGo #LucasVanNess #NFLDraft #SalaryCap #PackNet #ChristianWatson #NFL #PackerNation This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Help keep the show growing and check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo: @Packernetpodcast CashApp: $packpod Website: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ My Board: https://nfldraftgrades.com/board/83a18c42-7a0b-4590-8d1b-453e49840d02
What is up, Imagen Golfers! In this FORE Friday edition of The Imagen Golf Podcast, host Daniel Guest tackles the number one reason your perfect swings are ending up in the bunker: you're playing golf in a vacuum.If you are just shooting the pin, grabbing a club based on raw yardage, and swinging away, you are leaving strokes out on the course. To lower your scores and play smarter, you have to stop playing "driving range golf" and start acting like a detective.In this quick, actionable episode, Daniel breaks down the ultimate pre-shot checklist that separates scratch golfers from weekend warriors. Tune in before you hit the first tee this weekend to learn how to factor in:The Lie: Why the grass and the slope dictate everything.Elevation: The simple math for adjusting to uphill and downhill shots.The Elements: Reading the wind and adjusting for temperature.The Danger Zone: Playing the percentages and aiming away from penalty strokes.The "You" Variable: Having an honest conversation with your swing today.Distance is just one piece of the puzzle! Learn to run the math, take the pressure off your swing, and start making confident decisions.Links & Resources:Get more tips, drills, and course management strategies at imagengolf.comFollow us on Instagram for daily golf tips!If you loved this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your regular foursome.Keep it in the short grass and keep swinging!
What does it actually mean to follow God? Not casually. Not halfway. But fully… as a true disciple. In this powerful episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach break down the reality that most Christian men are living with partial surrender and missing the life God actually called them to.The truth is, discipleship isn't about believing in God… it's about being all in. Jesus didn't say “love God a lot.” He said love Him with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. That's not a suggestion. That's the standard.The Problem Most Christian Men Face Many Christian men:Believe in GodRead the Bible occasionallyTry to live the right way…but still feel stuck, inconsistent, or disconnected from their purpose. Why? Because they're giving effort—but not everything. And according to Scripture, partial surrender produces partial results.This episode breaks down what true discipleship looks like across three areas: Heart, Soul, and Mind.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why most Christian men never fully step into their purposeThe difference between belief and true discipleshipWhy “being a good man” isn't enoughHow distraction is silently destroying your faithWhat it means to give God everything—not just part of your lifeWhy God isn't looking for perfection—but full surrenderHow to stop holding back and start following God fullyIf you're a Christian man who's ready to stop living halfway and start following God fully… this episode will challenge everything and change everything.Get With NuWave Home Lenders By Clicking HereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereIf you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here.Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life
Closure gets talked about like it's the final step to moving on, but in this episode of The Heavyweight Collective, the conversation challenges whether it really works that way. What starts as a light catch-up quickly turns into a deeper breakdown of what people are actually looking for when they say they need closure.The discussion explores the difference between wanting understanding and wanting validation, and how that plays out differently in friendships versus romantic relationships. Sometimes it's not about ending the person—it's about ending the situation so it doesn't continue to affect everything else in your life.From there, the conversation gets real about boundaries, seasonal relationships, and how disrespect can be the clearest form of closure you'll ever receive. It also touches on the uncomfortable truth that closure can sometimes be used as a way to hold on, manipulate, or reopen doors that should stay closed.The episode closes with a deeper look at apologies—what they mean, when they matter, and when they don't. If you've ever struggled to move on without answers, this conversation gives you a new perspective on what closure really is.Tap in With US! Thanks for tapping in with The Heavyweight Collective! Make sure you follow, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this convo. Catch us on all socials for clips, updates, and more behind the mic. https://linktr.ee/TheHeavyweightPodcast
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Curious? Take The Free Money Stress Quiz!Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now!In this episode, we're talking about what it really costs to run a business and why savings buckets are not a one-time thing. They are a revolving door. Money goes in, money comes out, and that cycle is what keeps us prepared for the real expenses that pop up all year long.We walk through examples from two very different businesses, an equestrian business and a restaurant, to show how unpredictable expenses, vendor payments, payroll, supplies, and seasonal changes can create stress when everything is living in one account.We also break down why your business budget is not the same thing as bookkeeping, why separate accounts can make your finances feel so much calmer, and how getting even a little ahead can completely change the way you run your business.This episode is for any budget bestie who is tired of reacting, scrambling, and hoping it all works out month to month. We want you to feel organized, clear, and confident about where your money is going.Let's Take Our Relationship To The Next Level:1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coachingThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice.This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase.Click here to view our privacy policy.
We like to think we choose what matters. But what if the goals we're chasing… aren't actually ours?Episode Summary My guest on this episode is Dr. C. Thi Nguyen, philosopher and author of The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game, a book about how metrics, scoring systems, and “games” shape our behaviour—often without us realising it. Thi explains how his work on games led him to a deeper question: why do scoring systems make games feel meaningful, but make real life feel distorted? The answer lies in how metrics redefine success—quietly shifting us from what we care about to what we can measure.In a wide-ranging discussion, we explore the idea of “value capture”, why institutions rely on simplified proxies, and how the very features that make metrics useful also make them dangerous. We also discuss expertise, transparency, gamification, and why removing metrics altogether doesn't solve the problem. This is a conversation about control: who sets the rules, who keeps score, and what happens when we stop questioning the game we're playing. Guest BioDr. C. Thi Nguyen is a philosopher whose work explores how games, metrics, and social systems shape human behaviour and values. A professor of philosophy at the University of Utah, his research sits at the intersection of ethics, decision-making, and the philosophy of agency, with a particular focus on how the structures around us influence what we care about and how we act.Alongside his academic work, Thi is also a keen gamer, rock climber, and cook; interests that inform his thinking about play, challenge, and the richness of human experience beyond what can be easily measured.AI-Generated Timestamped Summary 00:00 – Introduction: games, metrics, and meaning03:00 – How Thi came to study games and philosophy07:00 – What games are (and why they matter)10:00 – Achievement vs striving play13:00 – Cheating and misunderstanding the point of games16:00 – Games, struggle, and meaningful activity18:00 – Cooking, recipes, and rules22:00 – Metrics as simplified rule systems25:00 – Value capture and how metrics reshape goals29:00 – Why institutions rely on measurement32:00 – Quantification and loss of context36:00 – Rules, algorithms, and expertise40:00 – Standardisation and the cost of consistency43:00 – Transparency, trust, and unintended consequences47:00 – Metrics and the loss of expert judgment50:00 – Ungrading and the limits of removing metrics54:00 – Designing better scoring systems58:00 – Gamification and why it misses the point01:02:00 – Choosing your own game01:06:00 – Final reflections and closingRelevant LinksThi's personal website – https://objectionable.net/His faculty page - https://profiles.faculty.utah.edu/u6021584The Score: How to Stop Playing Someone Else's Game - https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/457380/the-score-by-nguyen-c-thi/9780241653975Thi on Bluesky – https://bsky.app/profile/add-hawk.bsky.social
What if the key to protecting your brain—and avoiding dementia—wasn't found in a prescription, but in your daily habits? In this episode of Walk, Don't Run to the Doctor, Dr. Miles Hassell dives into the powerful connection between exercise, leisure activities, and long-term brain health. Backed by decades of research, including a 40-year study showing up to a 90% reduction in dementia risk, this conversation explores how simple lifestyle choices can dramatically impact your future. Whether you're in your 20's or your 70's, the habits you build today can shape your cognitive health for years to come. Key Takeaways: Regular exercise can reduce the risk of dementia by up to 90% over time. Activities that combine physical + mental + social engagement (like dancing or sports) offer the greatest brain benefits. Higher intensity exercise (getting short of breath) leads to stronger cognitive and physical outcomes. Variety in movement improves balance, bone strength, and injury prevention as you age. Purpose and social connection play a major role in protecting brain function—even with physical signs of aging. Lifestyle choices often have a greater long-term impact than medical interventions. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:16 The 40-Year Study on Exercise & Dementia 01:48 Why This Podcast Exists (Taking Control of Your Health) 02:40 Why Brain Health Starts Early 04:36 Leisure Activities & Dementia Risk 06:23 Why Exercise Impacts Nearly Everything 07:40 How Hard You Should Be Exercising 08:16 The Power of Multimodal Activities (Like Dancing) 08:56 Can You Really Reduce Dementia Risk by 90%? 09:31 Combining Exercise, Diet, and Social Life 10:25 Why Variety in Exercise Matters 11:42 Preventing Falls, Injuries, and Decline 12:08 The Role of Purpose in Brain Health 13:09 Final Thoughts: Live Better, Longer Get your copy of Good Food Great Medicine, 4th ed.: https://a.co/d/1D6hIYM More references can be found at www.GreatMed.org Would you like Dr. Hassell to answer your question on the air? Contact us! Write us a letter, We love to hear from you! Send questions, comments, and support to: GreatMed.org Phone/text: 503-773-0770 e-mail: info@GreatMed.org EIN: 88-326-7056 4804 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite I-2, #273 Portland OR 97229 This podcast is sponsored by our generous listeners. #wellness #podcast #wellnessforlife #lifestyle #healthandwellnessgoals
What does it really take to stop playing the victim and start taking ownership of your life?In this episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Brayden Black shares a powerful perspective on personal ownership, identity, confidence, faith, and the mindset shift that helps people move from feeling stuck to living with clarity and purpose.Brayden opens up about his own journey through insecurity, anxiety, and identity struggles, and explains how faith, truth, and responsibility helped him build a stronger foundation. Together, we explore what it means to stop outsourcing your identity to circumstances, how to rebuild confidence in a healthy way, and why ownership is the beginning of real change.If you have ever felt trapped by your past, defined by rejection, or overwhelmed by life, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.In this episodeHow to take ownership of your lifeThe difference between victim mindset and ownership mindsetWhy identity should not be built on circumstances or opinionsHow faith shapes responsibility without shameWhat anxiety often reveals about controlHow to rebuild confidence in a grounded and healthy wayOne ownership decision that can begin changing your story todayKey takeawaysPersonal ownership is the starting point for real transformationYour identity cannot be outsourced to people or circumstancesConfidence grows when truth and action begin to alignFaith can deepen responsibility without turning it into pressureAnxiety often grows when we try to control what is not ours to carryOne honest decision can begin rewriting your lifeMemorable quotes“Your identity cannot be outsourced.”“Ownership begins where excuses end.”“Your worth is not dictated by your circumstances.”“Start with one decision. Start today.”Chapters00:00 From Victimhood to Personal Ownership04:28 Identity, Confidence, and the Search for Self09:07 The Difference Between Victimhood and Ownership13:42 Faith, Responsibility, and Freedom18:12 Worth Beyond Circumstances22:52 Anxiety, Confidence, and Practical GrowthAbout Brayden BlackBrayden Black is a coach, speaker, and advocate for personal ownership. He helps people move from a victim mindset to a life of clarity, responsibility, and purpose across faith, relationships, and personal growth.At 23, his mission is to help people feel empowered enough to build the life, relationships, and future they were created for.Connect with Brayden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_brayden.blackMirror Talk linksWebsite: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/Ask Mirror Talk: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/If this episode spoke to you, follow Mirror Talk on your favourite podcast platform, share it with someone who needs this conversation, and leave a review to help more people discover it.Ask what is on your heart. Mirror Talk will reflect back what may help you see more clearly. Try it here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe to any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Please share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Could you support us by becoming a Patreon? Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help enhance the quality of our work and outreach, enabling us to serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We've partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/best-podcasting-tools/
This week, the gang are joined by Dayna Eileen from CGM to talk Saros, PlayStation prices going up, Crimson Desert, and a whole lot more.#ps5 #gamingnews #gamingWebsite: www.consolecreatures.comLike and follow us on Social Media:Twitter: @ConsoleCreatureYouTube: @ConsoleCreaturesFacebook: @RealConsoleCreatureInstagram: @ConsoleCreaturesThreads: @consolecreaturesBluesky: @consolecreatures.comOpening Theme credit to @MadSeedling
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Your closet might be the most overlooked source of decision fatigue in your life. If getting dressed feels like a daily puzzle, it is not because you are lazy or “bad at style” it is because your wardrobe has no system, and your brain is paying for it every single morning.Your closet is a silent metaphor for your mind. When your wardrobe is a random collection of pieces that do not work together, you are forced into daily invention mode. That burns executive function you could be using for leadership, creative problem solving, and the decisions that actually move your career forward by building an individualized wardrobe system that matches your real life, not a generic template from the internet.This goes beyond a rigid uniform and still gives you variety, but with far less mental load. When you know your external presentation aligns with your internal self, you start the day with a quiet win that shows up in executive presence, relationships, and how decisively you move through your work.If you are ready to stop managing the minute and step into the role of the strategic CEO of your own life, I also share how to work with me one on one. Subscribe, share this with a friend who hates getting dressed, and leave a review so more women can find this approach to personal style, wardrobe systems, and decision fatigue.Introducing The Identity Architecture Blueprint: www.theeverydayicon.co/the-identity-architecture-blueprintYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tiffanyodeanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/styledbytiffanyo/
Welcome back to SEASON 3 of Stay True Podcast! This week, Madi dives into the kind of bold, unshakable faith Hebrews 11 calls us to and why playing it safe might be holding you back from the life God has for you. Through biblical truth and practical encouragement, Madi unpacks what faith really looks like: not just belief, but action. From letting go of sin and the weights that slow you down, to walking in boldness and obedience, this episode is a call to stop living for comfort and start living with eternity in mind. If you've been feeling stuck, stagnant, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will challenge you to trust God more deeply and step into the life He's calling you to. As always… be sure to stay you and stay true! Questions/topics discussed and answered: • What does real, Hebrews 11 kind of faith actually look like in everyday life? • Are you playing it safe, and could that be holding you back from God's best? • What "weights" or hidden sins might be quietly slowing you down? • Are you living for the world… or with eternity in mind? • What would it look like to step into boldness and fully use what God's given you? AND SO MUCH MORE! Helpful Resources: Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX5 Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch Upside: Download the FREE Upside App and use promo code STAYTRUE to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas. Delight: College Women, to start a Delight chapter on your campus or to learn more information visit: www.delightministries.com/startadelight Grand Canyon University: Visit gcu.edu to learn more. Better Help: This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/STAYTRUE Connect with Stay True!
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There are moments in life when something simple wakes you up… and reminds you of who you used to be.This episode explores what happens when we reconnect with play, joy, and the parts of ourselves we quietly left behind. Through unexpected experiences, I found myself questioning how much we've been taught to hold back, stay composed, and forget how to feel free.If you've been feeling a little heavy, a little serious, this might be the invitation you didn't know you needed.Where in your life have you stopped allowing yourself to just play?Related Episodes to Explore:• 165: Leadership Lessons from a 12-Year-Old: How to Turn Disappointment into Inspired Action - https://youtu.be/Qjtbrqhx-PU• 4: How to Start a Business When You're Terrified - https://youtu.be/8jcSjc_gvZ0
What if your job looks perfect on paper but quietly drains your energy, confidence, and momentum? In this episode, executive Paul Ichilchik shares how spending 80–90% of his time outside his strengths became a breaking point—and how challenging assumptions about security and success led to an intentional career change that restored alignment and energy. What you'll learn How to recognize executive misalignment before it turns into burnout Why "success on paper" can be the most dangerous career trap How to identify when you're spending too much time outside your strengths The hidden cost of tying identity too closely to title, pay, or status Why saying no to a strong offer can be a strategic leadership move Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes An Overthinker's Guide To Making Better Career Decisions (Spotify /Apple Podcasts) Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It's Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
"To be in the process of making things, to be in the process of talking to people about what things mean. The creative process is actually, I think, the most meaningful part of life, but it's very hard to measure. When we get shoved towards a world that demands easy measurables, it's very hard to optimize away from the creative process and optimize towards things that are more static."On this episode of The Creative Process, philosopher C. Thi Nguyen joins us to discuss his new book, The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game. He unpacks the profound concept of "value capture"—the moment we stop caring about the rich, subtle experiences of life and start obsessing over simplified, external metrics like grades, likes, and screen time.Beyond the trap of quantification, C. Thi Nguyen explores the liberating power of games and art. We discuss how true play requires us to step lightly between different rule sets, the difference between art and craft, and how reclaiming our creative process might just be the ultimate meaning of life.(0:00) THE TRAP OF VALUE CAPTURE How external metrics and scoring systems hijack our personal values and creativity(7:09) THE LOGIC OF QUANTIFICATION Why simple numbers travel well but strip away vital human context, from screen time to grades(11:58) THE MAGIC CIRCLE OF PLAY Understanding the difference between a gamified life and the true, disattached beauty of struggle(14:57) ART, CRAFT, AND METRICS Why taking the hard way leads to genuine creative expression, and how to spot value-laden systems(19:34) THE POLITICS OF MEASUREMENT Questioning the assumption that complex human traits, like IQ or consciousness, can be quantified on a single scale(21:31) THE SPIRIT OF PLAY Using constraints to boost collaborative storytelling and learning to step lightly between different rule worldsEpisode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast
We live in a world obsessed with tracking. From our sleep scores to our social media engagement, invisible systems constantly quantify our worth. But when we replace our deepest values with these thin, easily measurable numbers, we lose a part of our humanity. It is time to step outside the magic circle of optimization and reclaim the unstructured joy of being alive. C. Thi Nguyen is a philosopher whose work gets to the heart of the invisible structures that define modern life. He first established himself as a food writer, exploring the sensory world, before turning his intellectual gaze toward the philosophy of games and agency. He's the author of Games: Agency As Art. His new book is The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game. He argues that when we simplify our values for the sake of a leaderboard, something inside the human spirit begins to die. In it, he explores a concept called "value capture"—the moment we stop caring about the experience and start obsessing over the metric. He joins me now to discuss how we can lead a playful, spontaneous life without getting lost in the scoring systems of the 21st century.(0:00) THE MEANING OF LIFE IS THE CREATIVE PROCESS Why the most valuable parts of life are impossible to measure(6:46) VALUE CAPTURE DEFINED How external metrics and institutional scoring systems take over our personal values(11:38) THE METRICS WE LIVE BY The invisible toll of screen time, credit scores, and daily optimization(19:44) THE LOGIC OF QUANTIFICATION Why simple numbers travel well but strip away vital human context(24:13) THE MAGIC CIRCLE OF PLAY Understanding the difference between a gamified life and the true beauty of struggle(31:56) ART AS A GAME How taking the hard way and avoiding efficiency leads to genuine creative expression(38:48) THE POLITICS OF TECHNOLOGY Why tools and systems like factories and databases are never truly value-neutral(44:23) AI AND HUMAN CREATIVITY Navigating the tension between automated efficiency and expressive human art(50:44) THE POLITICS OF IQ Questioning the assumption that complex human traits can be measured on a single scale(1:01:12) NARRATIVE SCAFFOLDING How structured constraints in role-playing games can actually boost collaborative storytelling(1:10:00) THE SPIRIT OF PLAY Stepping lightly between different rule worlds and reclaiming our agencyEpisode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/pod@creativeprocesspodcast
We live in a world obsessed with tracking. From our sleep scores to our social media engagement, invisible systems constantly quantify our worth. But when we replace our deepest values with these thin, easily measurable numbers, we lose a part of our humanity. It is time to step outside the magic circle of optimization and reclaim the unstructured joy of being alive. C. Thi Nguyen is a philosopher whose work gets to the heart of the invisible structures that define modern life. He first established himself as a food writer, exploring the sensory world, before turning his intellectual gaze toward the philosophy of games and agency. He's the author of Games: Agency As Art. His new book is The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game. He argues that when we simplify our values for the sake of a leaderboard, something inside the human spirit begins to die. In it, he explores a concept called "value capture"—the moment we stop caring about the experience and start obsessing over the metric. He joins me now to discuss how we can lead a playful, spontaneous life without getting lost in the scoring systems of the 21st century.(0:00) THE MEANING OF LIFE IS THE CREATIVE PROCESS Why the most valuable parts of life are impossible to measure(6:46) VALUE CAPTURE DEFINED How external metrics and institutional scoring systems take over our personal values(11:38) THE METRICS WE LIVE BY The invisible toll of screen time, credit scores, and daily optimization(19:44) THE LOGIC OF QUANTIFICATION Why simple numbers travel well but strip away vital human context(24:13) THE MAGIC CIRCLE OF PLAY Understanding the difference between a gamified life and the true beauty of struggle(31:56) ART AS A GAME How taking the hard way and avoiding efficiency leads to genuine creative expression(38:48) THE POLITICS OF TECHNOLOGY Why tools and systems like factories and databases are never truly value-neutral(44:23) AI AND HUMAN CREATIVITY Navigating the tension between automated efficiency and expressive human art(50:44) THE POLITICS OF IQ Questioning the assumption that complex human traits can be measured on a single scale(1:01:12) NARRATIVE SCAFFOLDING How structured constraints in role-playing games can actually boost collaborative storytelling(1:10:00) THE SPIRIT OF PLAY Stepping lightly between different rule worlds and reclaiming our agencyEpisode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/pod@creativeprocesspodcast
We live in a world obsessed with tracking. From our sleep scores to our social media engagement, invisible systems constantly quantify our worth. But when we replace our deepest values with these thin, easily measurable numbers, we lose a part of our humanity. It is time to step outside the magic circle of optimization and reclaim the unstructured joy of being alive. C. Thi Nguyen is a philosopher whose work gets to the heart of the invisible structures that define modern life. He first established himself as a food writer, exploring the sensory world, before turning his intellectual gaze toward the philosophy of games and agency. He's the author of Games: Agency As Art. His new book is The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game. He argues that when we simplify our values for the sake of a leaderboard, something inside the human spirit begins to die. In it, he explores a concept called "value capture"—the moment we stop caring about the experience and start obsessing over the metric. He joins me now to discuss how we can lead a playful, spontaneous life without getting lost in the scoring systems of the 21st century.(0:00) THE MEANING OF LIFE IS THE CREATIVE PROCESS Why the most valuable parts of life are impossible to measure(6:46) VALUE CAPTURE DEFINED How external metrics and institutional scoring systems take over our personal values(11:38) THE METRICS WE LIVE BY The invisible toll of screen time, credit scores, and daily optimization(19:44) THE LOGIC OF QUANTIFICATION Why simple numbers travel well but strip away vital human context(24:13) THE MAGIC CIRCLE OF PLAY Understanding the difference between a gamified life and the true beauty of struggle(31:56) ART AS A GAME How taking the hard way and avoiding efficiency leads to genuine creative expression(38:48) THE POLITICS OF TECHNOLOGY Why tools and systems like factories and databases are never truly value-neutral(44:23) AI AND HUMAN CREATIVITY Navigating the tension between automated efficiency and expressive human art(50:44) THE POLITICS OF IQ Questioning the assumption that complex human traits can be measured on a single scale(1:01:12) NARRATIVE SCAFFOLDING How structured constraints in role-playing games can actually boost collaborative storytelling(1:10:00) THE SPIRIT OF PLAY Stepping lightly between different rule worlds and reclaiming our agencyEpisode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/pod@creativeprocesspodcast
C. Thi Nguyen considers games of all kinds to be an art form, no less beautiful than cinema, literature, or music: but the qualities that make games aesthetically valuable are very different to those we associate with other media. In this episode of the podcast, he reveals how games create meaning -- and what happens when we apply the logic of game design to real life, in the form of scoring systems that dictate what is and is not good and valuable. Join us and find out how we can begin to reclaim nuance and personal choice from corporations, governments, and bureaucracies gameifying our world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join your host Syama Bunten as she sits down with Shelley Kuipers, a prolific investor, entrepreneur, and co-founder of The 51—a venture platform unlocking the economic potential of women across Canada. From her unconventional upbringing as a forest ranger's daughter in Northern Alberta to becoming a tech industry pioneer in the late 80s, Shelley's journey is defined by calculated risk-taking and fierce independence. After spending a decade treating someone else's company like her own, she learned a pivotal lesson: what would happen if she gave that same energy to herself? Since 1999, she's been exclusively a founder or co-founder, building ventures that challenge the status quo. Now, with The 51 growing from 75 women in her kitchen to 48,000 across Canada, Shelley is redefining who gets capital, who builds wealth, and what legacy truly means. Key Topics: Why working hard for someone else will always have a ceiling. How to break into industries that weren't built for you. What shifts in your relationship with money and legacy when you start thinking beyond yourself and toward future generations Why the most powerful wealth-building opportunity isn't competing for a slice of the existing pie. What it actually takes to build a movement from scratch. How to stop underestimating your own qualifications and start showing up as the capital steward you already are. Why passion projects hit differently once you have the skills, capital, and confidence to execute. Connect with Shelley Kuipers online: Website: https://www.the51.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleykuipers/ Find more from Syama Bunten: Attend a Salon near you: wealthcatalyst.com/salons/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/syama.co/ Join Syama's Substack: https://thewealthcatalystwithsyama.substack.com/ Website: https://wealthcatalyst.com Download Syama's Free Resources: https://wealthcatalyst.com/resources Wealth Catalyst Summit: https://wealthcatalyst.com/summits Speaking: https://syamabunten.com Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com
Thi Nguyen draws on the philosophy of games to explain how scores and metrics impact our lives—and what we can do to use them more meaningfully. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How metrics can coopt our values and behavior2) The hidden costs of the desire to quantify everything3) Why the wrong people often seem to get aheadSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1133 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT THI — C. Thi Nguyen is associate professor of philosophy at the University of Utah, and a specialist in the philosophy of games, the philosophy of technology, and the theory of value. A former food writer for the Los Angeles Times, Nguyen is active in public philosophy, writing for The New York Times, The Washington Post, New Statesman, and elsewhere.• Book: The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game• Website: Objectionable.net• Bluesky: @add-hawk— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: The Cultural Evolution of Bad Science by Paul Smaldino and Richard McElrath• Book: Seeing Like a State: How Certain Schemes to Improve the Human Condition Have Failed (The Institution for Social and Policy St) by James Scott• Book: Trust and Antitrust: A Philosophical Exploration of Ethics by Annette Baier• Book: The Grasshopper - Third Edition: Games, Life and Utopia by Bernard Suits— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/betterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Let me ask you something. When discomfort shows up — anxiety, frustration, fear — do you feel it… or do you fight it? Most high performers are conditioned to override emotion. We suppress it. Distract from it. Outwork it. Outthink it. We believe strength means control. But the harder you try to eliminate uncomfortable emotions, the faster they multiply. In this episode, I introduce a metaphor that's going to stick with you: emotional whack-a-mole. Because what you resist persists — not as spiritual fluff, but as nervous system science. If you want to perform at an elite level on the golf course or in business, emotional mastery isn't optional. And that begins the moment you stop swinging the mallet. In this episode, you'll learn: Why suppressing emotions actually amplifies them neurologically The real physiological lifespan of an emotion (it's shorter than you think) How anxiety turns into frustration, then anger, then shame — and why How resisting emotions creates performance-killing stress loops A practical method to sit with discomfort on the golf course and in business Why emotional mastery is a separating skill among elite performers Apply for 1-1 High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. The 90-Day Golf Identity Upgrade Accelerator: This is a private 3-month coaching container designed to help serious golfers rapidly upgrade their beliefs, rewire their golf identity, and accelerate lower scores through deep subconscious transformation — not surface-level tactics. Click here to learn more and DM me "identity upgrade on Instagram (@thepaulsalter) to learn more. Spots are limited to the first 10 people. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Key Takeaways: What you resist persists because resistance signals danger to your nervous system and amplifies the emotion. Most emotions physiologically peak and pass within 15–90 seconds when fully felt without suppression. Emotional suppression creates attention loops, amplification loops, and stress loops that hijack performance. Sitting with discomfort builds resilience, clarity, and emotional leadership instead of reactivity. Elite performers don't eliminate emotions — they experience them without losing control. Key Quotes: "What you resist persists. Not because the universe is punishing you — but because your nervous system thinks the emotion is dangerous." "You don't just feel anxious. You feel frustrated about being anxious, angry about being frustrated, and ashamed for being angry. Now you're not dealing with one mole — you're dealing with a whole family." "The physiological lifespan of an emotion is often 15 to 90 seconds. You're the one keeping it alive." "When you stop whacking emotional moles, you train your nervous system that it's safe to feel." "The goal isn't to eliminate the moles. The goal is to stop swinging the mallet." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Whack-a-Mole Metaphor for Emotions 04:40: Understanding Emotional Suppression 11:58: The Lifespan of Emotions 21:31: Emotional Mastery and Performance
In this episode, I sit down with Dana Skaggs, licensed psychological examiner and known as the Queen of Boundaries, to unpack why boundary dysfunction is often at the root of anxiety, burnout, and emotional exhaustion. We talk about: Why saying “no” can trigger panic How narcissistic dynamics train you to over-function and keep the peace The connection between trauma and weak or collapsing boundaries Practical ways to set and defend boundaries during divorce Dana also shares her personal experience navigating a toxic parent relationship and how learning to hold boundaries changed her life. If you're tired of being pulled in every direction and ready to reclaim your peace, this conversation will show you where to start. Dana Skaggs Website Phoenix & Flame Podcast **DISCLAIMER:** THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED LEGAL ADVICE OR A SUBSTITUTE FOR THE GUIDANCE OF A LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL. EACH INDIVIDUAL'S CIRCUMSTANCES ARE UNIQUE, AND ANYONE SEEKING LEGAL ADVICE SHOULD CONSULT A QUALIFIED ATTORNEY. IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT, PLEASE REACH OUT TO A LICENSED THERAPIST OR COUNSELOR.
Long-form content alone doesn't make it strategic. You can start a podcast, write blog posts, upload to YouTube - and still not see clients from it. In this episode, I'm breaking down the anatomy of forever content - the structural framework that makes content both discoverable and profitable over time. I explain why checking the “long-form” box isn't enough, how I structure every piece of content like a sales page, and why most people are creating content in the wrong order. We'll talk about Cloud → Gold → Rainbow, how open loops guide the next step, and why content is not step one if you haven't validated your signature offer. This is the difference between publishing consistently and building an ecosystem. If your content isn't converting, this will help you diagnose why. What You'll Learn in This Episode: What “forever content” actually means (and what it doesn't) Why long-form content alone won't lead to sales The Cloud → Gold → Rainbow framework for structuring content How I use open loops to move people through my ecosystem Why SEO starts with empathy, not keywords The biggest mistake people make when choosing content topics Why content is not your next step if you haven't had 3 full-price clients How to think about content as part of a larger machine Links & Resources: Client Booking Machine™ Masterclass (free):https://courtneychaal.com/masterclass Yay for Clients:https://courtneychaal.com/yay-for-clients Six Figure Sprint:https://courtneychaal.com/six-figure-sprint The previous episode mentioned: Stop Playing the Content Slot Machine –https://courtneychaal.com/stop-playing-the-content-slot-machine/ The State of Content Marketing in 2026 –https://courtneychaal.com/forever-content-marketing/
Subscribe to Two Quants and a Financial Planner on SpotifySubscribe to Two Quants and a Financial Planner on AppleIn this episode, we explore one of the most important but overlooked questions in investing: what is the purpose of your portfolio? Through a series of powerful clips and reflections from Aswath Damodaran, Meb Faber, Ben Hunt, Cullen Roche, Corey Hoffstein, Daniel Crosby, Larry Swedroe, and Wes Gray, we examine how goals like financial freedom, funded contentment, liability driven investing, retirement planning, and multi generational wealth shape the way we invest. This conversation goes beyond beating the market and focuses on preserving and growing wealth, reducing financial stress, aligning money with meaning, and defining what a life well lived truly looks like.Topics covered include:Why the end game of investing matters more than beating the marketPreserving and growing wealth vs trying to get richFreedom as the ultimate goal of financial independenceFunded contentment and what it means to live a life well livedLiability driven investing and matching assets to future needsThe difference between getting rich and staying richNeeds vs desires and understanding marginal utility of wealthRetirement planning and redefining success beyond a numberMulti generational wealth and thinking beyond your own lifetimeThe psychological impact of growing up with or without moneyFinancial freedom, stress reduction, and peace of mindTactical financial goals vs long term purpose driven investingEducation, legacy, and investing in the next generationWhy once you win the game you may not need to keep playingTimestamps:00:00 Aswath Damodaran on preserving and growing wealth10:04 Meb Faber on freedom, contentment, and the hedonic treadmill22:36 Ben Hunt on funded contentment and finding your pack28:23 Cullen Roche on risk as uncertainty of consumption33:25 Corey Hoffstein on liability driven investing and not worrying about money41:50 Daniel Crosby on financial freedom and living life on your own terms47:33 Larry Swedroe on needs vs desires and staying rich55:54 Wes Gray on big blue arrows, tactical goals, and peace of mind
You Can Be Holy AND Human—And That's What Makes Faith Real. Hey friends! Buckle up because this conversation with Pastor Adalis Shuttlesworth is unlike anything we've done before. If […] The post What Happens When Pastors Stop Playing Church | Guest Pastor Adalis Shuttlesworth – The Perdue Podcast EP 24 appeared first on Charis Christian Center.
By the time Alex learned to stop reacting, the habit was already ingrained.Strange moments had followed since childhood — never dramatic enough to demand answers, never harmless enough to ignore. Objects moved without reason. Sounds arrived too close to be accidental. Animals noticed first. Places felt wrong before anything happened.What unsettled Alex wasn't the events themselves, but the pattern behind them. Things escalated when acknowledged. They lingered when confronted. And they withdrew when ignored.From basements to empty malls, warehouses to quiet homes, the same rule applied: whatever was present responded to attention. Not fear. Not belief. Just notice.#BeingWatched #Ghosts #TrueParanormal #Hauntings #UnseenPresence #QuietHauntings #ParanormalPatterns #SomethingWatching #UnexplainedPhenomena #PoltergeistActivityLove real ghost stories? Want even more? Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:
By the time Alex learned to stop reacting, the habit was already ingrained.Strange moments had followed since childhood — never dramatic enough to demand answers, never harmless enough to ignore. Objects moved without reason. Sounds arrived too close to be accidental. Animals noticed first. Places felt wrong before anything happened.What unsettled Alex wasn't the events themselves, but the pattern behind them. Things escalated when acknowledged. They lingered when confronted. And they withdrew when ignored.From basements to empty malls, warehouses to quiet homes, the same rule applied: whatever was present responded to attention. Not fear. Not belief. Just notice.#BeingWatched #Ghosts #TrueParanormal #Hauntings #UnseenPresence #QuietHauntings #ParanormalPatterns #SomethingWatching #UnexplainedPhenomena #PoltergeistActivityLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
Try CHEEX for free for 7 days using my code MADDIE! Click here: https://bit.ly/MADDIE-CHEEX-TRIAL or head to getcheex.com now. The code applies when you select the CHEEX Plus plan as a new user, and you can cancel anytime during the 7 days! it's the top of the month and meg's here! today, we're yelling about the state of apathy in dating and my beef with the word casual being used in connection to intimacy in any regard. we're here! we're both in rare form! and we can not stop laughing, as usual! TIME STAMPS:00:00 – vanderpump gushing04:11 – why choose ethical c0rn?06:27 – meg almost got kidnapped on the way here12:00 – can i be a bitch for a second?17:18 – when a thin person asks where you got your clothes and it's from a plus size only brand20:37 – men stop bugging out over basic kindness challenge29:59 – is it ever casual?50:15 – doubting your intelligence? benched1:00:03 – content designed to make you uncomfortable? benched01:04:12 – hiding in our apartments from the spirit of michael jackson
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Have you ever noticed how much energy you spend trying to avoid failure? Whether it's in your relationships, your career, or even your health goals, most of us are unconsciously playing to not lose instead of playing to win. The truth is, when we operate from fear and protection mode, we miss out on the extraordinary possibilities available to us. And this week, I'm examining how this cautious approach keeps us living small, unfulfilling lives. Tune in this week to discover how the difference between playing to not lose and playing to win shows up everywhere in our lives. You'll hear specific examples of what playing to win looks like versus playing to not lose, and how to override your brain's basic survival wiring that keeps you in defensive mode. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://jodymoore.com/544 Follow me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jodymoorecoaching/
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