Podcasts about storyhow

In this solo episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric breaks down what he believes is the single biggest killer of business growth — and it's not the economy, interest rates, or competition.It's comfort.Not the early struggle. Not obvious failure.It's that quiet, sneaky place where:Revenue looks good on paperLife feels “manageable”Survival isn't on the line anymore…and growth stops being necessary, so it quietly becomes optional.Rodric shares:Why most builders don't stall because they fail — they stall because they succeed just enoughHow comfort kills ambition in the same way it killed empires (yes, including Rome)Why your why has to evolve from survival → stability → lifestyle → something biggerWhy “optional growth” will always lose to comfortHow all business problems are ultimately human problemsWhy he still coaches even after selling his last company (and how it ties directly to SASLA & impact)You'll also hear stories about the Roman Empire, Henry Ford, and the subtle way comfort erodes standards, responsibility, discipline — and eventually, your edge.This episode is a gut check for any builder or entrepreneur who's doing 2, 3, even 10 million a year… and feels like life looks good on paper, but something inside knows they're coasting.

What happens when a toxic environment slowly turns you into someone you don't even recognize anymore?In this episode of the Meech Speaks Podcast, Demetrius Thigpen talks about the reality of toxic leadership, toxic work environments, and the uncomfortable truth that nobody wants to admit:Sometimes… we become toxic too.From Marine Corps leadership culture to everyday workplace environments, this episode breaks down how negativity spreads, how people change themselves just to survive certain rooms, and why being accepted in the wrong environment can slowly change your character.Demetrius opens up about:Becoming more rude and negative in certain environmentsWhy toxic behavior can actually feel rewardingThe pressure to fit into hyper-competitive culturesAccountability in leadershipWhy you might be the villain in someone else's storyHow habits, environment, and the people around you shape who you becomeThe importance of protecting your peace and authenticityThis episode is for anyone who has ever:Felt drained by their workplaceWorked under toxic leadershipLost themselves trying to fit inRealized they were becoming bitter, angry, or emotionally checked outThis isn't just about the military.It's about human behavior, self-awareness, leadership, and learning how to stop becoming the very thing you hate.

What happens when the dashboards, templates, and systems are no longer enough?This Five Minute Friday focuses on the difference between visibility and true alignment, and on why strong project managers lead people through communication, ownership, and calm decision-making rather than relying solely on tools and methodologies.Drawing from project leadership, emergency response, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kevin Pannell shares why the best leaders simplify under pressure and help teams move forward with clarity.In this episode:Why dashboards do not tell the full storyHow passive communication creates uncertaintyThe difference between managing tools and leading peopleWhy calm communication matters under pressureHow experienced leaders create alignment without overcomplicating the work

We all know that stories are important when we're engaging decisionmakers. But we don't always know what story is going to be the right story. And how to tell that story in a way that is really going to pull that decisionmaker in, and actually move them closer to yes. So often I hear from Nonprofit leaders who tell me they brought what they thought was their best story to a conversation with a decisionmaker, and it didn't really seem to shift anything. It's not that it didn't land at all, but it didn't seem to get any traction either. We want every part of our messaging to be designed specifically to pull that decisionmaker in, and move them closer to yes. Your stories are absolutely no exception. In fact, they can be one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit, if you know how to use them to greatest effect. In this episode, we share: The differences between a story that sells, and one that doesn'tHow to make sure the story you tell is the right one for this particular decisionmakerThe first thing you must do before you begin crafting a storyHow to use story to teach a needed lesson to a decisionmaker, that they will actually learnHow to use story to dismantle a decisionmaker's unhelpful beliefsHow to create vivid metaphors that stick in the decisionmaker's mindHow to build an element of unpredictability into your story that keeps the decisionmaker engaged Help spread the word! If you found value in this episode, I'd be grateful if you would leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. Your reviews help other nonprofit leaders find the podcast.  Thanks!!

Mean people are everywhere right now and the data confirms it. In this episode, Barb and Michelle unpack why cruelty seems to be escalating, breaking down the different types of mean people we all encounter and what actually drives their behavior. Barb shares a raw, personal story about being screamed at in a parking lot while her mother was dying in hospice, and what that moment taught her about judgment, control, and the stories we never see.This conversation goes deep into narcissism, spiritual bypassing, the difference between empathy and giving someone a pass, and how to stop carrying what was never yours in the first place. Whether you are dealing with a cruel stranger, a toxic family member, or your own tendency to absorb other people's behavior, this episode gives you a practical framework for protecting your peace without losing your compassion.What you'll take away:Why the shift from "thinking it" to "saying it" is fueling a cruelty epidemicThe grocery store moment that reveals how we all judge without knowing someone's storyHow to shift from asking "why are they like this" to "what can I do right now"What a real narcissist looks like and why they genuinely cannot changeThe practical difference between forgiving someone and simply being done with themDon't let someone else's cruelty become the story you carry. Learn how to set it down.

Step into a world of mystery, imagination, and bold storytelling in this exciting episode of the 4 Tales Podcast!We sit down with writer and creative powerhouse Joel Meadows to dive deep into his project, Sherlock Holmes and The Empire Builders: Gene Genie — a fresh and inventive take that blends classic detective intrigue with a wild, genre-bending twist.In this conversation, we explore:What inspired this Joel's spin on Sherlock HolmesThe creative process behind building such an ambitious storyHow classic characters can evolve for modern audiencesInsights into Joel's journey as a writer and storytellerIf you're a fan of Sherlock Holmes, genre mashups, or just love hearing creators break down their craft, this episode delivers the goods.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth interviews with comic creators, writers, and storytellers shaping the culture!

McKay's focus today is on the power of discovering what lies within ourselves, and he begins by introducing the story of Aaron Sorkin. Armed with a passion for drama and theater from an early age, it wasn't until Aaron dared to fail that he found success. His story serves as a testament to the power of daring to fail and discovering what lies within us.McKay also shares the stories of Eric and Laura, individuals who both faced adversity and overcame it to find success. Their stories, along with Sorkin's, inspire us all to embrace our own journeys and discover our potential. They also teach us that, to find what lies within us, we must be resilient, determined, and willing to let go of what we cannot do, while remembering who we are and where we came from. Mckay's words of wisdom here today, combined with these powerful narratives, empower us all to discover the very best that lies within us.Episode Highlights:Open Your Eyes' two-year anniversary Aaron Sorkin's storyHow the best that lies within us can lead to remarkable successEric and Laura's stories of overcoming adversity and finding success Embracing our journeys and discovering our potentialThe power of resilience and determinationLetting go of what we cannot doRemembering who we are and where we came fromDiscovering the best that lies within youQuotes:"The best that lies within you is waiting to be discovered.”"Success is not the absence of failure; it's the persistence through failure.""Daring to fail is not about wanting to fail. It's about recognizing that failure is a possibility, and deciding to take the risk anyway.""Believe in yourself, and the rest will fall into place.""The most important thing to do is to get started, even if it's a small step.""The things I cannot do, I will let go. But the things I can do, I will learn to do well.""She continued to write, and she became a successful author, living out her passion for writing about horses and racing.""To find what lies within you, you may need to remember who you are and where you came from."Links:https://www.mckaychristensen.org/

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Your husband had an affair.Your feelings are wrecked.And now somebody tells you to “compartmentalize it.”But what does that actually mean?In this episode, Cass and Kathryn break down compartmentalizing in plain language:not denial, not excusing betrayal, and not pretending your pain doesn't matter.They explain how to separate your partner's behavior from your identity…how to tell whether the affair was characterological or built through disconnection…and why trying to control, track, monitor, and force trust back into the marriage only makes healing harder.Inside this episode:What compartmentalizing actually means after emotional or physical betrayalWhy your hurt is valid — and why valid hurt still needs directionThe difference between “this had nothing to do with me” and “I need to own my part in the disconnect”The cascade toward betrayal and how disconnection builds before the affairWhy disrespect, overwork, absence, and invisible contracts break connectionWhy tracking phones, checking messages, and demanding trust keeps you stuckHow to create opportunities for joy instead of building your marriage around painWhy shame keeps both people trapped in the old storyHow empathy, responsibility, and supervised boundaries actually move healing forwardKey idea from this episode:You don't compartmentalize betrayal by pretending it didn't matter.You compartmentalize it by seeing clearly what is yours, what is theirs, and what has to heal next.

In this episode of Mind Your Own Karma: Beyond the Bandage, I sit down with life and mindset coach Dalia Kemble, who helps women who identify as the “black sheep” reclaim their power, break free from societal expectations, and build confidence rooted in embodiment rather than performance.With a master's in psychology and organizational behavior and development, Dalia blends introspection, emotional healing, and strategy through her signature G.A.M.E. Method to help high-achieving women rewrite their stories and live in alignment with who they truly are.We explore what it really means to be a black sheep, howsuppressed emotions show up in the body, and why surface-level confidence often leaves women feeling empty or exhausted. Dalia shares tangible tools for calming the inner critic, trusting your internal compass, and choosing courageover conformity. This conversation is for anyone who is done playing by the “shoulds” and ready to build a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.In this episode, you'll learn:What it truly means to be the “black sheep” and why embracing it can be empoweringHow suppressed emotions manifest physically and emotionallyThe difference between surface-level confidence and embodied confidenceWhy high-achieving women often feel unfulfilledSigns you're living someone else's storyHow to begin rewriting your own life narrativeA breakdown of Dalia's G.A.M.E. MethodHow mindset work and emotional healing intersectTools for moving from overthinking to embodiment and self-trustWhere to find Dalia Kemble:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daliakemble/Where to find Melissa:For SMGI, go to https://www.somatichealingjourneys.comFor her podcast website, go to https://www.mindyourownkarma.comMYOK on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mind_your_own_karma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MYOK on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/mindyourownkarma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MYOK on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MindYourOwnKarma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#MindYourOwnKarma #SomaticMindfulGuidedImagery #SMGI#SomaticHealingJourneys #BlackSheepPower #LiveAuthentically #EmbodiedConfidence#MindsetCoach #EmotionalHealing #GAMEMethod #WomenEmpowerment#BreakFreeFromShoulds #CourageousLiving #RewriteYourStory #SelfTrust #OverthinkingNoMore #InnerCriticHealing #ConfidenceCoach #PurposeDrivenWomen #HealingJourney #SoulfulStrategy #PersonalGrowth #TraumaHealing #EmpoweredWomen#AuthenticLiving #MentalWellness #BodyWisdom #AnxietyRelief #TransformationCoach #LifeCoach #WomenSupportingWomen #MindYourOwnKarma #BeyondtheBandage #MelissaBrunetti #DaliaKemble

I'm thrilled to have back on the podcast my client Tammy Lally, TEDx speaker, author, and money coach, whose talk has reached millions of people around the world. But what makes her story so powerful isn't just the visibility; it's the vulnerability behind it.Tammy shares what really went into creating her TEDx talk, the emotional aftermath of sharing such a personal story, and how that one talk didn't just impact audiences. It transformed her life and business in ways she never expected.We also dive into why honesty, not perfection, is what truly connects with audiences, how shame shows up in our relationship with money, and why your story might be the exact thing someone else needs to hear.If you've ever felt the pull to share more of your story but hesitated, this conversation will give you a new way to think about what's possible on the other side of that courage.Tammy and I talk about:What made her TEDx talk resonate with millions and the deeper reason it spreadThe “vulnerability hangover” and why it's a normal part of sharing your storyHow telling the truth (not impressing people) creates real connectionWhy your past struggles don't disqualify you - they make you relatableThe surprising ways speaking can transform you, not just your audienceWhat she's learned about speaking fees and why women need to stop underpricing themselvesHow shame around money impacts individuals, families, and even entire generationsWhy now is the time to share your story and how to know if you're readyAbout My Guest: Tammy Lally is a published author, TED speaker, and Certified Money Coach (CMC). She helps others master their finances by first conquering their emotions around money, then by creating a comprehensive financial plan. She brings decades of experience and endless love to her bulletproof process for money mastery.About Us: The Speaking Your Brand podcast is hosted by Carol Cox. At Speaking Your Brand, we help women entrepreneurs and professionals clarify their brand message and story, create their signature talks, and develop their thought leadership platforms. Our mission is to get more women in positions of influence and power because it's through women's stories, voices, and visibility that we challenge the status quo and change existing systems. Check out our coaching programs at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com. Links:Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/469/ Tammy's website: https://tammylally.com/Tammy's TEDx talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/tammy_lally_let_s_get_honest_about_our_money_problems Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/Work With Speaking Your Brand = https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/work-with-us/coaching/ Connect on LinkedIn:Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcoxTammy Lally (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammylally/ Related Podcast Episodes:Episode 468: What TEDx Organizers Look for When Selecting SpeakersEpisode 464: Why Your Story Matters - Even When You Don't Feel ReadyEpisode 361: How to Land a TEDx TalkEpisode 337: Sharing Your Story as a Catalyst for Transformation

Talent is equally distributed. Opportunity is not. John Hill, VP of Story at Whop, has spent his career watching founders in Cape Town, Lagos, and Medellín build something real — and then hit a wall the moment they try to get paid. Whop is an AI-backed platform where anyone can build a digital business in minutes, and in February 2026 it closed a $200 million investment from Tether to embed stablecoin payments across 144 countries. The shift from finding a job to being the job is already happening. This is what the infrastructure behind it looks like.We coverWhat the wall actually looks like for a founder in Lagos, Cape Town, or MedellínWhy talent is equally distributed but opportunity is notHow Whop has removed the barriers that once kept entrepreneurship out of reachWhat Tether's $200M investment means for creators and builders outside the western financial systemThe shift from finding a job to being the jobWhy the Boston Irish diaspora is the original first dollar entrepreneur storyHow two students turned one skill into $140,000 a year — while still in schoolFor full show notes and guest links visit moneyneversleeps.ie

Resources for the Community:___________________________________________________________________https://linktr.ee/theplussidezFind Your US Representatives https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials ______________________________________________________________________This isn't medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions.What happens when one half of a couple goes on a GLP-1, and the other half hops in for the ride?In this episode, we're chatting with another couple doing it together, treating their obesity with a GLP-1. You could call them a “GLP-1 household." Libby and Greg, both patients of Ro, talk to us about life going from "Food-Obsessed Couple" to "People Who Actually Have Leftovers."We're getting into the nitty-gritty of the "Dual-GLP-1" lifestyle, including:"Coming Out" Story: How to tell your spouse you're starting a GLP-1.The Relationship "Side Effects": Dealing with the "comparison trap," supporting each other through the side effects, and how a boost in confidence changes relationship dynamics. Household Changes: From challenging the way they talk about "good vs. bad" food to showing up for their kids without the food noise.This episode is a raw, funny, and medically-backed look at how a simple injection can create a massive ripple effect in a marriage______________________________________________________________________Join this channel to get access to perks:   / @theplussidez______________________________________________________________________#Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community #RealGLP1StoriesSend us Fan Mail! Support the showKim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTokInstagram Kat Carter,  Producer TikTokInstagram 

Email us at: info@manupadventurecamp.comIn this episode of the Man Up Podcast, Terry sits down with Pastor Phil Hopper to talk about faith, calling, manhood, marriage, and spiritual leadership.Before leading a thriving church, Phil Hopper served as a highly decorated police officer and SWAT team member in Kansas City. But after a life-changing encounter with God, everything changed. What followed was a journey from law enforcement to leading Abundant Life Church in Lee's Summit, Missouri.This conversation is packed with wisdom for men who want to lead at home, walk closely with Jesus, and step fully into their calling.In this episode, you'll hear:Phil Hopper's transformation storyHow a near-death moment changed his lifeWhat it means to fully submit to ChristHow to know when God is calling youWhy your job matters in the kingdom of GodHow men can begin leading spiritually at homeThe biggest mistakes husbands make in marriageWhat legacy really means for a godly manThis episode is a strong reminder that you don't have to be perfect to lead, but you do have to be present.If you're a husband, father, leader, or man trying to figure out your next step with God, this one is for you.Remember:Legacy is not what you leave to people. It's what you leave in them.

Harper A. Bailey is the pen name of Dr. Tiosha Bailey, a Chicago native, public health leader and powerful storyteller who challenges the status quo. She manifests dreams through grief and creativity.She was the first Black woman to lead a prominent national women's healthcare nonprofit, where she prioritized health equity and amplified the voices of underserved communities. Her first book, It Was Her: A Memoir—featuring a foreword by renowned motivational speaker Lisa Nichols—invites readers into a deeply personal story shaped by loss, resilience and transformation. Through honest and compelling storytelling, Harper explores identity, healing and the courage it takes to reclaim your narrative.It Was Her is more than a memoir about endurance; it is a testament to the human spirit's remarkable capacity to heal when we dare to listen to what truly calls us. Bailey's voice offers a compelling invitation to anyone who has ever felt broken by life's demands to discover resilience, extend forgiveness, and pursue renewal. It invites readers to lean into the uncomfortable, to find grace in the ordinary and to believe that the darkest chapters can become the prologue to a brighter, more authentic life.As a speaker, Harper brings clarity, depth and humor to conversations about leadership, purpose and the lived experiences of Black women. She connects with audiences through truth-telling and a passion for creating spaces where people feel seen, heard and empowered.In this episode, we discuss:The dream that sparked the book and how grief became a surprising creative catalystWhat allowed Harper to finish the book quickly while processing deep emotional painThe decision to include personal journal entries and the intimacy they added to the storyHow reframing trauma opened space for forgiveness and deeper healingWhy Harper chose to write under her pen name and what that unlocked for herHarper's work is about creating spaces where people, especially women and Black communities, can embrace their healing, their strength and their purpose. She uses creativity, raw truth and humor to illuminate the fullness of the human experience.Ultimately, Harper's memoir charts a path toward wholeness that reminds us that healing is not a destination but an ongoing process of choosing oneself over and over again. The book closes with the realization that the freedom and joy she sought were within her all along: It was her. It was YOU. It was all of us. Learn more and follow Harper: www.harperabailey.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tiosha-goss-bailey-drph-mph-5149a552/https://www.instagram.com/harper_abaileyhttps://www.facebook.com/harperabailey

What happens when you finally decide to write your story?In this episode of the Give A Heck Podcast, Dwight Heck sits down with Michele DeFilippo, a publishing expert with over five decades of experience, to explore why so many people never document their life experiences—and what they lose when they don't.Michele shares how writing is more than just putting words on a page. It's a powerful process that creates clarity, helps people reflect on their journey, and preserves their legacy for future generations. Through decades of working with authors, she has seen firsthand how writing can transform not just the final product, but the person behind it.This conversation dives into the evolution of publishing, the difference between craftsmanship and convenience, and why books should never be treated as commodities. It also highlights the emotional impact of storytelling, including the regret many people feel when personal stories are lost over time.If you've ever thought about writing a book, journaling your experiences, or simply capturing your story for your family, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting and start documenting what matters most.Because your story matters more than you think.Why most people never start writing their storyHow writing creates clarity and personal growthThe shift from craftsmanship to speed in publishingThe emotional cost of not documenting your lifeWhy every story has value, even if others have written similar topicsHow writing can become a legacy for future generations

Resources for the Community:___________________________________________________________________https://linktr.ee/theplussidezFind Your US Representatives https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials ______________________________________________________________________This isn't medical advice — always talk to your doctor before making any health decisions.What happens when one half of a couple goes on a GLP-1, and the other half hops in for the ride?In this episode, we're chatting with another couple doing it together, treating their obesity with a GLP-1. You could call them a “GLP-1 household." Libby and Greg, both patients of Ro, talk to us about life going from "Food-Obsessed Couple" to "People Who Actually Have Leftovers."We're getting into the nitty-gritty of the "Dual-GLP-1" lifestyle, including:"Coming Out" Story: How to tell your spouse you're starting a GLP-1.The Relationship "Side Effects": Dealing with the "comparison trap," supporting each other through the side effects, and how a boost in confidence changes relationship dynamics. Household Changes: From challenging the way they talk about "good vs. bad" food to showing up for their kids without the food noise.This episode is a raw, funny, and medically-backed look at how a simple injection can create a massive ripple effect in a marriage______________________________________________________________________Join this channel to get access to perks:   / @theplussidez______________________________________________________________________#Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovy #ObesityCare #PatientAdvocate #GLP1Community #RealGLP1StoriesSend us Fan Mail! Support the showKim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTokInstagram Kat Carter,  Producer TikTokInstagram 

A new meta-analysis just dropped, and once again, saturated fat takes center stage. But does the data actually support the decades-long warnings we've heard about saturated fat and heart disease? Not exactly.In this video, Dr. Bret Scher dives deep into a recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine that reviewed randomized controlled trials on saturated fat intake and health outcomes.Despite the headlines and abstract language hinting at risk, a closer look at the data reveals no statistically significant increase in heart attacks, strokes, or early death, even with modest increases in LDL.So why the disconnect between what the data shows and what the authors claim? Dr. Scher breaks it down and explores the nuances often missing from the conversation about saturated fat, including context like food quality, carbohydrate intake, metabolic health, and lifestyle factors that make a big difference.

What happens to a school system when boundary spanning doesn't exist?In Part 2 of this Disrupt Education Podcast conversation, Peter Hostrawser and Alli Dahl go deeper with Chris Brida (CTE Director, Portland Public Schools) to unpack what's at risk when education stays siloed—by departments, by bell schedules, by “that's not my lane.”Chris shares what his dissertation research is revealing about partner ecosystems, including what actually changes partner perception (hint: it's not tenure) and why engagement intensity matters if we want real alignment between classrooms and industry. He also breaks down how to teach boundary spanning without a textbook—by designing experiences where leaders “trip over the truth” through role-based practice (and he previews how he's doing this at SXSW EDU).This episode zooms out to the bigger disruption: moving beyond “partnership management” toward partnership design—and ultimately building CTE as a civic engagement engine where students work on real problems, with real partners, producing real impact.If you're a district leader, CTE leader, principal, teacher-leader, or anyone trying to build work-based learning, internships, industry partnerships, and deeper learning, this one will give you language, structure, and a direction to move.Key topics in this episode:The risks of NOT doing boundary spanning in educationWhat partner survey data says about alignment + student experienceWhy “time barriers” aren't the whole storyHow to teach boundary spanning through experience-based learningBreaking silos: interdisciplinary learning and “erasing the edges” of class periodsScaling CTE partnerships into real community impact projects✅ Subscribe for more episodes on CTE, internships, work-based learning, and building education that actually connects to the world students are walking into.A quick thank you to our sponsor, YouScience Brightpath, the next generation platform helping students make personalized decisions as they move from education to career. If you are serious about connecting students to real opportunities, head to youscience.com/disrupteducation-podcast. Request a demo and let them know you heard about YouScience right here.

Episode 290. The Kaleidoscope of Identity: A Women's Journey To Self‑Confidence With Joy Wiggins This week on Confidence From Within podcast, my very special guest is Joy Wiggins, PhD - a TEDx speaker, author, and former university professor who helps people navigate identity, power, and connection in complex environments.In this enlightening conversation, we discuss important topics such as how women can build confidence and self-trust in environments that were not designed for them, without shrinking, over-performing, or losing their voice. Listen Now To Learn: Why women sabotage each other - Joy's weight loss storyHow identity is a kaleidoscope and how our sense of self shifts across roles, cultures, and power dynamicsHow to "read a room" and stay anchored in one's values with authenticityThe difference between authentic inner confidence rather than performative confidenceSome practices help you stay connected to your own voice when navigating different cultures, expectations, or roles About Dr. Joy WigginsDr. Joy Wiggins is a TEDx speaker, author, and former university professor who helps people navigate identity, power, and connection in complex environments. With a PhD in Language, Education, and Society, she blends research, storytelling, and practical tools to help individuals and organizations communicate across difference with clarity and compassion. She is the creator of the Cultural Agility Change Model and the Identity Kaleidoscope framework, and her work focuses on women's leadership, cross-cultural communication, and building confidence without self-betrayal, the quiet habit of shrinking, over-adapting, or silencing oneself to belong. Joy currently lives in Portugal with her daughter and works globally with leaders and organizations seeking more human-centered ways to lead and relate. You can find more about her at www.joywiggins.com Other ways to connect with Joy:* Dr. Joy's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bx4GsC6Zheg * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-joy-wiggins/ * Book: From Sabotage to Support: A New Vision for Feminist Solidarity in the Workplace https://www.joywiggins.com/book Other Resources For You To ExploreGet instant access to Juliana's latest Masterclass, "Unlock Weight Release in your 40s & 50s Without Trial-And-Error". Click here to register and save your spot. If you enjoyed today's episode, please: Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your Instagram story and tag us @naturally.joyous so we can repost you Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, HERE is howSubscribe to the Confidence From Within Podcast, we release new episodes every Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the guideline isn't wrong—but incomplete?And what if your patient isn't “non-compliant”—just complex?In this episode, I'm joined by Joost Van Wijchen to explore the tension between clinical guidelines and the messy reality of practice. We unpack the concept of mindlines—the experience-shaped frameworks that actually guide what we do—and why uncertainty isn't a flaw in care, but part of it.You'll learn:Why guidelines are population-informed—but patients are personalHow “mindlines” shape clinical reasoning more than we realizeWhy outcome measures like the Oswestry don't tell the whole storyHow the capability approach shifts focus from impairments to meaningful freedomPractical ways to navigate uncertainty without losing clinical integrityHow to co-construct care instead of imposing solutionsIf you've ever felt the tension between measurable outcomes and meaningful outcomes, this conversation will resonate.If this episode challenges or sharpens your thinking, subscribe and share it with a colleague.*********************************************************************

Free Video Tutorial for ScreenwritingWhat happens when a storyteller decides the conclusion before the story has earned it?In this episode of The Storyteller's Mission, Zena Dell Lowe explores the subtle moment when storytelling shifts from truth-seeking to narrative control. Many well-intentioned writers don't set out to create propaganda—but when a message matters more than reality, story becomes an instrument of persuasion instead of investigation.Using examples from The Dark Knight and a manuscript case study, this episode examines:The difference between moral clarity and moral coercionWhy forcing a moral weakens your storyHow propaganda enters narrative craftWhy antagonists must make sense to themselvesThe five commitments of truthful storytellingIf you are a novelist, screenwriter, playwright, or serious storyteller wrestling with theme, message, and responsibility in your work, this conversation will challenge and strengthen your approach to character, conflict, and narrative integrity.Story is powerful. And power requires restraint.

Work with me free 7 days: https://www.skool.com/inspired-life-method-9441/ Trauma isn't only what happened—it's what your body is still holding.In this episode, Dr. Sarah Jane Perry (founder of Spinal Energetics) explains how unresolved emotional pain can show up as tension, shutdown, or symptoms—and how the spine can be part of the release process.In this conversation, you'll learn:Why “intellectualizing” can keep the body stuck (even if you understand everything)What “stored trauma” can look like in real life: pain patterns, stress loops, nervous system dysregulationWhy presence and safety matter more than re-telling the whole storyHow somatic release/shaking fits into healing (and why it can feel strangely natural)The “volume dial” approach: how to work gently instead of blowing everything open at onceIf you've been searching how to release trauma stored in the body, exploring somatic therapy, or wondering why your body keeps holding stress even after talk therapy—this will expand your map.Watch next if you resonate with this: nervous system regulation, somatic healing, trauma and chronic pain, emotional suppression, embodiment, and body-based therapy.Sarah's social media'shttps://www.instagram.com/drsarahjanechirohttps://www.instagram.com/spinalenergetics/

In this episode, we explore the belief that if someone truly loved you, they would have changed — and why this story so often keeps people stuck in self-blame, rescuing, and self-abandonment. We look at the saviour complex, how it develops, and why real change has far more to do with timing and capacity than with how lovable or devoted you are.In this episode, we cover:Why “if they loved me, they would've changed” is such a convincing storyHow the saviour complex shows up in relationshipsThe line between compassion and self-abandonmentWhy people change when they're ready — not when we love harderIf this resonates, you can register for my free training on healing anxious attachment here.

Are you constantly saying, “I just don't have time”?In this episode of Action-Ables, Paden breaks down the real reasons we feel starved for time — and why it has less to do with your schedule and more to do with your beliefs, habits, fears, and identity.Drawing from her 9+ years in the advertising grind, her coaching work, and insights from authors like Neale Donald Walsch and Eckhart Tolle, Paden uncovers the five hidden “time leaks” most people never question.You'll hear:Why your job, chores, and family responsibilities aren't the full storyHow distractions (doomscrolling, binge-watching, low-value habits) quietly eat your dayThe surprising way fear of failure keeps you “too busy”The difference between clock time and psychological timeA simple Bob Proctor-inspired exercise to finally see where your time is goingAnd how to rebuild your identity so you show up as someone who creates space for what mattersThis episode is equal parts practical and spiritual — and it will help you shift from “I wish I had time” to “I'm making time, intentionally.”If you're ready to stop repeating the same pattern every year and finally create space for your creative desires, this one is for you.Book a free coaching session:https://calendly.com/padenbhutia-coaching/pro-bono-coaching-sessionEmail: padenbhutia@padenbhutia.com

Carrie explores three common objections to Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) and explains why OCD treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Episode Highlights:Why OCD treatment is not one-size-fits-all and must be tailored to the whole personHow ICBT addresses the unique reasoning process behind OCD obsessionsWhy struggling with OCD does not mean you've lost the ability to think or reason wellThe difference between obsessional reasoning and everyday, present-moment reasoningHow trusting sensory data can help break free from “what if” thinkingWhy ICBT is not about arguing with OCD, but expanding beyond its narrow storyHow faith, identity in Christ, and ICBT work together to bring hope—especially for scrupulosityExplore the Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie's services and courses: carriebock.com/services/ carriebock.com/resources/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christianfaithandocd/and like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/christianfaithandocd for the latest updates and sneak peeks.

I've got a very special guest from all the way on the other side of the globe to talk about how to tell the right story to make your message stick, why storytelling is more important than ever, and how AI can help.Gabrielle Dolan is a global expert and highly sought-after international keynote speaker and educator on strategic storytelling and real communication. Her clients include the Obama Foundation, Uber, EY, Accenture, VISA, Salesforce, Amazon and Vodafone.In 2024 she launched the successful podcast Keeping it Real with Jac and Ral that was rated in the top 5% of video produced podcasts on Spotify.Gabrielle is also the bestselling author of nine books. Her latest title, Story Intelligence. The Craft of Authentic Storytelling, Made Smarter with AI was released in November 2025.Tune into this episode to hear:Why personal stories can be more powerful than facts, figures, or case studiesWhy you have to be clear on your message before your identify a storyThe key elements of an effective storyHow a good story can become a rallying cry that connects teams long after the tellingWhat you can and can't use AI for when crafting your messagingLearn more about Gabrielle Dolan:WebsiteInstagram: @gabrielledolan.1Connect on LinkedInMentioned:Story IntelligenceKeeping it Real with Jac and RalResources:No BS Clients LabNo BS Agencies MasteryThe Price to Freedom Calculator™No BS Agency Owners Free Facebook GroupStart reading the first chapter of my bookPiasilva.com

Swipe my growth resume template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FR6Bbdwg80Hu-6TSz-8aGe4GgIBDukUzYXTdbr4pd0I/edit?tab=t.0New role? Get my 90-day Growth Leader onboarding plan here: https://deliveringvalue.co/90In this solo episode, I kick off a new series called Field Notes, by walking you through a framework I've developed for making resumes clearer, more compelling, and easier for non-experts to understand — especially in growth roles where titles mean wildly different things at different companies.In this conversation, you'll hear:Why most growth resumes fail to show meaningful contextHow the CATER framework helps tell a clearer career storyHow to translate your impact for hiring managers who aren't “native speakers” of your fieldThings to listen for:(00:00) Intro(01:07) The importance of updating resumes(01:58) Common resume challenges(04:19) Introducing the CATER Framework(04:54) Breaking down the CATER Framework(05:45) Examples and application of CATER(10:12) An invitation for coaching and supportResources:Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcapland/ Substack: https://media.deliveringvalue.coApply for coaching: https://deliveringvalue.co/coachingJoin Growth OS: https://deliveringvalue.co/growth-operating-system

Vlad Sedler is joined by 6x FSWA winner and co-author of the The Process, Jeff Zimmerman. The duo breaks down the catcher position by tiers, discuss the recent signings of Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette, and break down some of Jeff's successful high-stakes strategies for 2026. Enjoy!Discussion points:Incredible short studies in The ProcessBeing an analyst before a playerFAAB strategies for 2026Impact of moving from AL to NL (Tucker, Bichette, Robert Jr.)How Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette and Luis Robert Jr. will do this yearProjecting Runs and RBIsJeff's old strategy of amassing PAs (the roto Albies)One roto category Jeff is ignoring in 2026Offenses Vlad and Jeff are down onCatcher Tiers!How many HRs will Cal Raleigh hitBen Rice helium origin storyHow to draft catchers differently in 12-team leaguesAvoid fully punting?Those Baltimore catchersBatting average lateTrying to make Fetch (Ford) happenJoin FTN FANTASY BASEBALL for 2026 as we help you crush your fantasy leagues! In addition to our Custom Projections, Roto and Underdog Rankings and incredible tools and content, we will be introducing amazing, new stuff such as our Top 500 Dynasty Rankings, Points Rankings, Customizable PDF Cheat Sheets and various versions for different formats of Vlad's popular GRID RANKINGS.Use promo code GUT26 for 10% off at FTN FANTASY today! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today, Dr. Robyn McKay sits down with Megan Huber for an honest conversation about how decision-making happens at the highest levels of the coaching industry and the illusion of marketing within this space.This episode explores:How Megan began her coaching careerWhy coaching coaches to build a business can be challengingWhy coaching solely from personal experience does not always translate effectivelyMarketing through a business owner's personal storyHow unethical marketing often happens unconsciouslyWhat it means to align and co-create with God in businessHow to discern God's will and character in leadership and decision-makingWhy discouragement often leads to isolationWhy faith also requires action, not just waitingHow to listen for guidance through the heartNot all of us are given a clear playbook for how to run our business. But we can always choose alignment, trust ourselves, trust God, and take the next step forward with courage.Love what you're hearing?Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and send a screenshot to Robyn. Each month, one listener will receive a Scroll of Recognition—a custom energetic blessing, activation, or intuitive message written just for you.Megan Huber is the secret weapon behind coaching and online education companies and has helped hundreds of clients create and uplevel their client success systems, resulting in a measurable surge in client retention, renewals, game-changing results, and an influx of referrals.Before stepping into the consulting world, Megan dedicated a decade to high school education. With a Master's in Education, Megan brings a unique blend of academic prowess and real-world expertise to every project she undertakes. After leaving the classroom, Megan served as the Director of Programming for a 7-figure coaching business and helped grow it to 8 figures within 4 years.Today, Megan is the co-creator of the Invisible Marketing Method using the unique methodology to help rapidly growing coaching and online education businesses scale by leveraging happy clients.When she's not working with clients, Megan spends time with her Husband and teenage daughter.Connect with Megan Huber:Website: https://meganjohnsonhuber.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/megan.j.huber LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-huber-88001418/ Structured Freedom Facebook Community for Coaches: https://www.facebook.com/groups/852094418267065 Robyn McKay, PhD, is an award-winning therapist and psychospiritual advisor who teaches and leads at the intersection of psychology × spirituality × energetics. With deep roots in clinical psychology and a lifetime of living at the crossroads of intuition and credentials, she is a rare bridge between science and soul, credentials and codes, strategy and spirit.Early in her career, Robyn served as a university psychologist before stepping into her broader calling as a guide for high performers, creatives, and seekers. She addresses a wide spectrum of human experience — healing trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and ADHD in women; accessing spiritual gifts; and navigating existential crossroads.Having sold $2.5M+ in retreats and private intensives, Robyn is now architecting an entirely new category of retreats: expert-led, trauma-informed, miracle-level. She helps credentialed, neurodivergent, and spiritually awake women leaders design transformational retreats that carry depth, meaning, and lasting impact.Connect with Dr. Robyn McKay:LinkedIn: Robyn McKay, PhDFacebook: Dr. Robyn McKayInstagram: @robynmckayphd Book a call with Dr. Robyn! https://drrobynmckay.com/call Join the $100K Retreat Leaders Secrets: https://www.facebook.com/groups/100kretreatsecrects 

Enjoy the episode? Send us a text!Does moving out save your marriage or is it the first step toward divorce? If you are desperate for peace and thinking about packing your bags, you need to watch this video first.

Send us a textWelcome back to Proof It's Possible! In this conversation, Jamie and Dayle discuss the complexities of hustle culture, emphasizing that a certain level of hard work is essential for success, especially in entrepreneurship. They explore the balance between hustle and ease, the cultural expectations surrounding work, and the importance of instilling a strong work ethic in youth. The discussion highlights that success often requires dedication, persistence, and a willingness to put in the effort, regardless of societal pressures for instant gratification. Tune in to discover: Why anti-hustle culture is not helpfulHow hard work and hustle are necessary parts of entrepreneurshipThe myth of the "overnight success" storyHow to inspire hard work and perseverance in youthWhat do you think about hustle culture? Share your thoughts with us — we'd love to hear! DM us on Instagram @dayle_sheehan_designs & @jamiedfrancis! See you next time!This episode is sponsored by our Ultimate Girls Trip! Be sure to go to www.proofitspossible.com for more info.For More Information:• Proof It's Possible Website• The Ultimate Girls Trip Instagram Dayle: • Instagram • Facebook • LinkedIn • Website• Interior Design Jamie:• Instagram • Facebook • LinkedIn• Website

In this episode, Gino Barbaro sits down with Aaron Fraser, founder of the Action Sports Club and bestselling author. Aaron shares his powerful transition from a professional snowmobile racer facing a career-ending injury to becoming a leading expert in helping athletes build personal brands.They dive deep into why building a brand around yourself—your face, your name, and your values—is far more effective and transferable than trying to build an "external" company brand first. Learn how authentic storytelling can attract major opportunities without the need for a hard sell, and discover the crucial difference between branding, marketing, and advertising.If you are an entrepreneur, real estate investor, or athlete looking to monetize your passion and land deals, you need to understand the strategy behind true personal branding.Here are the key takeaways from this episode:✅ Personal vs. External: Why it's crucial to build a brand around your name before launching external products or company names. Personal brands are flexible; external brands get stuck.✅ The Value Proposition: Branding isn't just visual design; it's what people say about you when you aren't in the room. It must align with your core values (like the Shaq example discussed).✅ The Power of Story: How sharing your authentic origin story can attract partners and investors without you ever having to "pitch" them.✅ Defining the Terms: A clear breakdown of the difference between Branding (the identity), Marketing (the overall universe), and Advertising (driving the sale).✅ Sponsorship Strategy: Why having huge "eyeballs" on your content doesn't guarantee sponsorship. It's about the alignment of your audience avatar with the sponsor's product.Question for you: Are you currently focusing more energy on building your personal brand (your name and reputation) or an external company identity? Let us know in the comments below!➡️Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/jakeandgino ➡️Check out NordProtect: https://nordprotect.com/jakeandgino and use code jakeandgino at checkout. We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Joe Kerns, a 30-year industry veteran and Iowa State University graduate who has worked across procurement, risk management, nutrition, hedging, livestock marketing, and operational benchmarking. Joe doesn't sugarcoat the situation—and his perspective raises uncomfortable but necessary questions about the future of U.S. agriculture, especially pork production.Joe explains why he believes the pork industry is on the brink of becoming “a serf to the packer,” tracing the roots back to the 1998 hog price collapse and the financial community's push for mandatory packer contracts. The result? The negotiated cash market has collapsed from roughly 17% in 2002 to around 1% today, leaving producers without meaningful price discovery and shifting risk almost entirely onto the farm.We also tackle the growing loss of faith in USDA reporting, including:Corn yield overestimations that led to bad marketing decisionsThe September 2024 hog supply miss that sent futures $20/head higherDeclining participation in USDA reports and what that means for accuracyHow flawed data distorts markets, hedging decisions, and producer confidenceBut this episode isn't just about problems—it's about opportunity.Joe outlines how producer-driven, anonymous data aggregation could flip the power dynamic back toward farmers. With enough participation, predictive analytics could unlock insights across genetics, nutrition, management, equipment, and animal health—turning farm data into a monetized advantage instead of a liability.We also explore:Why pork producers may actually be agriculture's quiet sustainability success storyHow efficiency gains from genetics and feed conversion are reshaping protein productionWhy beef prices are likely to remain elevated—and why politics are missing the pointThe hard reality behind renewable diesel, SAF, and global energy policyWhat happens to independent producers if nothing changesThis is a candid, data-driven conversation about power, control, and survival in modern agriculture—and why the next decade may determine whether independence remains viable at all. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's episode, your host, Jon LaClare, leads an important conversation that healthcare marketing rarely explains: the placebo effect and why it deserves far more attention. This discussion is inspired by the launch of Pluseebo, a transparent, intentionally humorous product designed to spark awareness around belief, expectation, and honesty in healthcare.While Pluseebo is lighthearted on the surface, its launch highlights a much deeper reality supported by published scientific research. Placebo responses can produce real, measurable biological effects in the body, including changes in brain chemistry, pain perception, and overall wellbeing. These effects are not imagined, and in many clinical trials they closely mirror the average performance of widely prescribed medications.Tune in as Jon breaks down what healthcare advertising often leaves out, including how modest the average benefit of some antidepressants, pain medications, sleep aids, and other common prescriptions can be when compared to placebo, and why side effects and transparency must be part of the conversation. Grounded in respected medical journals and FDA-reviewed data, this episode offers a research-driven perspective designed to inform, challenge assumptions, and elevate the discussion around modern healthcare. Don't miss this timely conversation on belief, biology, and why understanding the placebo effect changes how health products, treatments, and claims should be evaluated.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, we'll cover:What the placebo effect actually is, and why it's not “fake.”What large studies reveal about SSRIs, opioids, sleep medications, anxiety medications, ADHD drugs, and statins.Why prescription drug commercials rarely tell the full storyHow transparency in healthcare affects trust and decision-makingHow Pluseebo is designed to spark honest conversations.To learn more about Pluseebo, visit Pluseebo.com.To be a guest on our next episode of the podcast, contact us today!Do you have a brand that you'd like to launch or grow? Do you want help from a partner that has successfully launched hundreds of brands totaling over $2 billion in revenues? Visit HarvestGrowth.com and set up a free consultation with us today!

The holidays are here… which means joy, cookies, twinkle lights, and—let's be honest—a whole lot of humans who can push our buttons. In this solo episode, Anne breaks down a powerful emotional-intelligence concept she calls “freezing people.” It's the unconscious habit of locking someone into one moment, one mistake, or one harmful comment… and then carrying that version of them forever.Using real-life stories, a little tough love, and her signature playful honesty, Anne explores how freezing people hurts us more than them, ramps up holiday stress, and blocks us from healthier communication and relationships. She shares a simple mindset shift that helps you see others as full, evolving humans—so you can walk into family gatherings (or LinkedIn encounters!) with more EQ, less dread, and a more grounded sense of self-awareness.Whether it's a colleague who once shut you down, a family member who offended you five years ago, or the cousin with that one unfortunate moment—we all freeze people. But we can unfreeze them… and unfreeze ourselves in the process.In this episode you'll learn:Why your brain “freezes” people—and how emotional intelligence helps you thaw the storyHow freezing impacts your stress, relationships, and ability to communicateA perspective-shift you can use before walking into holiday gatheringsHow to see people through multiple lenses (their child, their partner, their best friend… even their dog!)A simple EQ practice to create more ease, compassion, and resilience this seasonPerfect for you if……you want a calmer holiday, stronger relationships, or a little emotional-intelligence tune-up before Aunt Mildred brings up that thing again.Take a breath. Unfreeze a story. And dance through these holidays with just a little more grace and a whole lot less dread.

Many clinicians are left wondering if their best work lies in the clinical field or the coaching/consulting arena. I've felt this dilemma myself, pondering how to balance my interests, endeavors, and the evolution of family life. I realized that I couldn't sustain multiple paths, and I made the hard decision to give up my clinical work. If you are struggling along those same lines, I hope today's show gives you insights, clarity, and encouragement. Join us to learn more!Our Featured GuestAngela Williams, LCSWAngela Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Orlando, Florida. She has made the transition from clinician to coach, and she now works with other therapists who are making the same change in their lives. Angela shares her thoughts about why so many clinicians are leaving for the world of coaching, along with the biggest roadblocks that may come up on this path. She gives her best tips for overcoming those big roadblocks and recommends several books as helpful resources. WebsiteYou'll Learn:Why so many therapists are becoming coachesHow the therapy field, with its inherent regulations, contains many barriers to providing services to clients—and coaching is differentThe biggest mental roadblock for Angela in moving from clinician to coachWhy each clinician feels like the “insecure expert” and has to intentionally build up their confidenceWhy it's challenging to become an online, visible brand rather than a care providerWhat holds clinicians back the most and presents the biggest roadblocksHow a mindset coach can help us rewrite our roadblocks into our success storyHow perfectionism, fear of failure, and standards of success can prevent us from taking actionWhy money blocks and financial literacy play into our beliefs about moneyWhy the fear of success can be just as crippling as the fear of failureBooks recommended by Angela: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks, Get Rich, Lucky Bitch by Denise Duffield-Thomas, and You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen SinceroResources:Want to launch your online course?Check out our new membership site that's launching in January! Find out more and join us in Haven here.Mentioned in this episode:Try Alma!Building and managing the practice you truly want can feel overwhelming. That's why Alma is here—to help you create not just any practice, but your private practice. With Alma, you'll get the tools and resources you need to navigate insurance with ease, connect with referrals that are the right fit for your style, and streamline those time-consuming administrative tasks. That means less time buried in the details and more time focused on delivering exceptional care to your clients. You support your clients. Alma supports you. Learn more at sellingthecouch.com/alma and get 2 months FREE—an exclusive offer for STC listeners.

If astrology has always felt like a foreign language full of symbols, glyphs, houses, nodes, and mysterious lines running across a wheel you are in exactly the right place. In this episode, I'm joined by ancestral astrologer, Annie Bertrand, for a true beginner-friendly walkthrough of the basics. Instead of staying conceptual, Annie reads directly from my birth chart, so you can follow along with your own and finally make sense of what you're seeing.Annie breaks astrology down to its simplest, most foundational layers: the “big three” (sun, moon, rising), what the planets represent, how houses work, and how to interpret the symbols and placements on your chart. She explains astrology as your soul's language, and offers a grounded perspective on what your chart can reveal about your life path, innate patterns, emotional wiring, and even the challenges your soul chose to work through.This is part one of a two-part series with Annie. Today is the foundational “how it works” conversation. In part two, we'll dive into Annie's signature expertise: ancestral healing, mother wounds, soul-level contracts, and how our families' charts interweave across generations.In this episode, we explore:What a birth chart actually is and how astrology functions as a “soul language”How to download your chart and the easiest tools for beginners (Astro-Seek and the CHANI app)The Big Three—sun, moon, and rising—and how each one shapes your identity, emotions, and worldviewHow to read the houses in your chart and what each house represents in your lifeWhat the planets (Mercury, Venus, Mars) reveal about your communication style, love language, self-worth, motivation, and actionHow generational planets like Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus shape collective patterns across entire generationsWhat the nodes mean (North Node and South Node) and how they point to your destiny path, past life mastery, and karmic patternsWhat Chiron represents as the “wounded healer” and how it shows up in your personal and relational storyHow to interpret the lines (aspects) in the center of the chart and what they reveal about inner tension, ease, and integrationA live walkthrough of Emily's chart as Annie explains placements, patterns, and how everything ties togetherBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Annie:Website: anniebertrand.comInstagram: @astrology_with_annieThreads: @astrology_with_annieAncestral Astrology CourseFree Family Karma MasterclassFree Moon GuideConnect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List:

In this episode of The Filmumentaries Podcast, I'm joined by Laurent Hopman and Renaud Roche, the writer and artist behind the acclaimed graphic novel Lucas Wars, which tells the behind-the-scenes story of the making of Star Wars from a deeply personal, human perspective. Laurent shares his background as an entertainment journalist and how years of research, interviews, books and documentaries fed into the script. Renaud talks about coming from a traditional animation and storyboarding background, studying at Gobelins in Paris, and how cinematic visual language shaped the way he approached the book's artwork. We discuss:Why the emotional journey of George Lucas became the heart of the storyHow the pair condensed vast amounts of historical research into a tightly structured graphic novelThe challenge of visually dramatising meetings, offices and creative conflictThe relationship between Lucas and Spielberg, and how it shapes both volume one and the upcoming sequelThe meaning behind the iconic twin suns coverVisiting Skywalker Ranch and Lucasfilm after the book's releaseBalancing historical accuracy with storytellingWhy Lucas Wars connected with readers beyond the core Star Wars fandomWe also talk about the upcoming second volume, which covers The Empire Strikes Back and Raiders of the Lost Ark, and how expanding into Spielberg's world adds a new layer to the story. As always, if you enjoy the podcast and would like to support what I do, you can find me on Patreon, and the show is also available on YouTube if you prefer to watch the interviews. BUY IT HEREThis podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube:Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentariesAll my links

Today's topic is a fascinating one for me. As therapists, we are wired for stories, but telling an effective story online is a struggle for many of us. Fortunately for us, my guest has wisdom and tips to share to help us become awesome storytellers. Join us to learn more!Our Featured GuestKieran DrewKieran Drew lives in Leeds, England, and is my writing coach for Twitter. In an interesting career twist, he was a dentist who left behind his stressful, work-filled life to become a copywriter/storyteller. My first connection to Kieran came through the viral story he wrote about his unique medical experiences as a teenager. He is a talented storyteller who has helped my writing immensely, and I know his insights will be helpful to anyone looking to improve their writing. WebsiteYou'll Learn:Why Kieran made the unconventional transition from dentist to copywriter/storytellerAn overview of Kieran's spinal issues involving a tumor, surgeries, and titanium rods—this is the experience that helped him discover storytelling and a new love for life3 tips to become a better storyteller:Make a story bank by writing down everything that happens to you with specific details.Cut through the noise to impart a lesson. Even in sales, start every point with a story. How specific details make your stories more impactfulHow to draw a “lesson” from each storyHow storytelling breaks down skepticism and improves your selling abilityHow storytelling can be your differentiator in the online worldA storytelling template: what happened/the lesson, why people should care, and a call to actionHow Kieran reviews his story bank to choose his next storyResources:Want to launch your online course?Join our Free 90-Minute Workshop happening on December 10th: Will AI Make My Course Irrelevant? Save your spot at sellingthecouch.com/aiwebinarCheck out our new membership site that's launching in January! Find out more and join the interest list for Haven.

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with self-compassion teacher, somatic coach, IFS practitioner, and soon-to-be author Soulla Demetriou. We explore what it really means to come home to yourself, befriend your inner world, and move through life with more ease, compassion, and truth.In this conversation, we talk about:• Soulla's storyHow her early experiences with anxiety and panic opened the door to yoga, mindfulness, somatics, and eventually Internal Family Systems (IFS).• What self-compassion truly isNot clichés or forced positivity — but a daily practice of inner friendship, boundaries, honesty, and care.• The nervous system's role in healingWhy so many of our patterns come from old protective responses, and how safety changes everything.• A simple, grounded explanation of IFSHow our “parts” develop, what they're trying to protect, and how self-energy (the clear sky beneath the weather) helps bring them into balance.• The wound of “not enoughness”Why so many of us carry it, and how we begin healing it gently.• Returning to who we really areThe beautiful overlap between IFS self-energy and the Ayurvedic idea of living from sattva, clarity, and inner steadiness.About Soulla DemetriouSoulla is a somatic and transformational coach, IFS practitioner, mindfulness teacher, and author of the upcoming book You Have Always Been Enough. She supports people around the world in reconnecting with their inner truth and emotional sovereignty.Connect with SoullaWebsiteInstagram→ Begin a free 7-Day Self-Compassion Journey — a beautiful, practical introduction to building a kinder relationship with yourself→ Pre-order Soulla's book: You Have Always Been Enough: A Healing Guide to Self-Love and Inner Freedom→ Explore Soulshine Retreats in Spain→ Curious about working 1:1 with Soulla — simply email her to have a chat and find out more: soulla@soulshinewithsoulla.comResources:Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide Abhyanga Self Massage Guide Weekend Nervous System Reset Nourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

How do you tell stories that not only inform but inspire people to act? In this episode of Nonprofit Nation, I'm joined by Caroline Keylock, co-founder of LookUP, a global storytelling consultancy helping nonprofits, brands, and agencies harness the power of narrative to drive growth, connection, and impact.Caroline shares her unique perspective drawn from both the nonprofit and commercial sectors, including her work with Wikimedia, Alzheimer's organizations, and The Communications Network. Her message is clear: in a noisy world filled with apathy and misinformation, storytelling is not a nice-to-have - it's absolutely essential. 

Week four of the Ending Well series lands right at the halfway mark. This episode is a look back over a three-year road (starting in 2022) of how God helped me fight inflammation, feel like myself again, and regain my "glow." This is not a weight-loss talk, not a quick-fix list, and not medical advice. It's a redemption story about healing from the inside out — spiritually, emotionally, and physically. "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." — 3 John 1:2 Key Themes Redemption doesn't just cover salvation; it keeps working through sanctification and healing. Inflammation wasn't just a food problem — it was also a soul and nervous system problem. Real health change is slow, layered, and personal. Your timeline will not look like mine. The glow came as a byproduct of feeling better and living freer, not chasing beauty. Important Disclaimers This episode is descriptive, not prescriptive. Not medical advice. Always talk with a qualified professional for your situation. Do not try to do everything at once. This was a year of foundations plus a total three-year process. One percent better beats perfect overnight. The Story: How the Dominoes Fell 1. August 2022: Stepping Back From Fear-Driven "Crunchy" Culture I was drowning in rules, guilt, and constant fear of what might be harming me. The anxiety and striving became more toxic than the ingredients I was avoiding. First domino: I quit trying to do it all perfectly and started living with grace, budget reality, and peace. Lowering my standards for myself lowered my inflammation. "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28 2. October 2022: A Major Boundary With a Toxic Relationship I set a serious boundary with someone whose presence fueled self-hatred. Went no contact for about six months. The inner tape of shame and criticism began to quiet. I learned that giving up self-hatred is profoundly anti-inflammatory. Recommended resource mentioned: When to Walk Away by Gary Thomas (plus podcast interview) "Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life." — Proverbs 4:23 3. Early 2023: Changing How I Worked Out I stopped high-intensity workouts that were spiking cortisol daily. Switched to lifting heavy and slow, more functional strength training. Worked out less, recovered more. Energy improved, inflammation eased, confidence rose. Current favorite: Nourish Move Love workouts on YouTube. Big takeaway: exercise is a gift, not punishment. 4. February to May 2023: Going Gluten-Free and Cutting Back on Alcohol Grain Brain by Dr. David Perlmutter was a turning point. I tried going gluten-free (cold turkey, not ideal but it worked). Brain fog cleared, bloat dropped, inflammation noticeably reduced. Cutting alcohol alongside gluten made a huge difference. I don't need to understand every mechanism to honor what clearly helps my body. Reminder: everyone has a "thing" — gluten, dairy, sugar, alcohol, stress. Find yours with grace. 5. August 2023: Getting Off SSRIs After 15 Years A massive milestone with a full story in episode 267. For me, SSRIs were not helping inflammation or overall vitality anymore. The drop in facial inflammation from August to December was dramatic. I'm not shaming anyone on SSRIs — I was on them a long time. This was my path. "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." — Galatians 5:1 What Actually Healed Me This part matters: the glow wasn't mainly from products. Lowering impossible expectations Creating boundaries Learning to like myself Getting out of fight-or-flight Moving my body in a gentler way Removing gluten and minimizing alcohol Walking in obedience even when it felt backwards Healing was spiritual and emotional first, physical second. "Be transformed by the renewing of your mind." — Romans 12:2 Simple "Glow Back" Skin Habits These are the practical, easy wins that helped the outside catch up to the inside. Dermaplaning at home Removes dead skin and peach fuzz. Skin care and makeup apply better. Big difference in glow and smoothness. Learn carefully through YouTube tutorials and use a quality razor. Stopping skin picking Picking was aggravating redness and irritation. I prayed about it and replaced the habit. New habit: brush my hair when the urge hits. Asking God for help in small things counts. Sponsor Spotlight: PreBorn A free ultrasound can double a mother's chance of choosing life. PreBorn offers ultrasounds plus ongoing support for mothers for up to two years. It costs 28 dollars to sponsor one ultrasound. Donate at preborn.com/speakeasy. Takeaways to Sit With If you're overwhelmed, start with one domino. God often heals from the root, not just the symptom. Your body listens to your beliefs. Peace, obedience, and self-kindness are deeply practical health tools. The goal isn't prettier; it's freer, healthier, and more whole. Reflective Questions What is one area where fear or perfectionism is inflaming your life? Who or what might need a boundary so you can heal? What small change feels like the next right step, not the whole staircase? How would your health shift if you treated yourself like someone God deeply loves? Closing Encouragement This glow-back story is really a "come back to life" story. It wasn't a sprint; it was obedience in baby steps. If you're in the thick of it today, don't despise the slow fade. God redeems years, bodies, minds, and hearts — and He's patient in the process. "He restores my soul." — Psalm 23:3

Wicked For Good Review and a Wicked Super-Fan Joins the ShowIn this week's Pop Culture Pastor, Dave and Cody start with the kind of real-life discovery every nerd dreams about: three brothers in California stumble upon an original Superman #1 buried under old newspapers—and it sells for over $9 million. That leads to comic-grading nightmares, childhood nostalgia, and some very strong feelings about mailing valuables.From there, the guys shift to a more sobering headline as Donald Glover reveals a congenital heart defect that nearly ended his life mid-tour. Dave and Cody unpack the moment he learned he'd had a stroke, the wise words he shared with fans, and why the world absolutely cannot lose Childish Gambino before the Community movie gets made.Then it's time for the main event: a full, spoiler-filled review of Wicked: For Good.Dave and Cody dive into:How Part Two differs tonally from Part OneThe big changes from the stage musicalWhat works (Erivo, Grande, “No Good Deed,” Jeff Goldblum's surprising emotional turn)What really doesn't (the pacing, new songs, the ending, and… Morrible)Their recasts, deeper themes, winners, losers, and ratingsAnd for the first time in a long time, the Geek Phone rings!Listener Lauren, a bona fide Wicked super-fan, jumps in to share:What hooked her on the storyHow she threw a pink-and-green watch partyHer thoughts on the film's emotional beatsHer Winner, Loser, and Rating of the MovieWhat she'd say directly to Jon M. Chu if she had the chanceIt's a big episode packed with musical joy, nerd heartbreak, philosophical detours, and the kind of pop culture rabbit trails only this show can deliver.Grab a seat on the Yellow Brick Road and jump in.

Hi Creative Cutie! The holidays...They're often a time that can trigger old wounds of all sorts. Definitely not the least of which, are wounds around our bodies and body image. I wanted to reshare this episode with you to help you gain some awareness and tools to heal your relationship to your body and gain Body Neutrality. More info below. I love you and happy Thanksgiving, if you celebrate!Original Description:TW: Eating Disorders and Body image.Today's guest is Jessi Kneeland. They are a queer and non-binary writer, speaker, podcaster and body image coach. Jessi started off as a physical trainer-- working with everyone from celebrities to supermodels and they found something interesting -no matter the body type, their clients always thought their bodies were not enough. This led Jessi to dig into their own body image, traumas and past to finally discover what helped them start their healing journey, which is something they call, Body Neutrality. As someone who has long suffered with a bevy of body image issues including eating disorders, disordered eating and just generally never feeling Like I have the “right” body…I can honestly say I find Jessi's work revolutionary and healing in such a deep way, it's hard to really put into words. Between their book Body Neutral, which comes out this June (and I highly recommend you pre-order now) and this conversation, I feel like I'm finally on a path to do some deep healing and rewiring in this area. I hope this chat will do the same for you.From today's chat, you'll learn:What exactly body neutrality isHow to stop self-objectifyingHow to build up self-advocacy and become your own protectorHow to get to the bottom of your body storyHow to distinguish body positivity from body neutralityWhat happens to your creativity when you take the focus off of how you lookOrder Jessi's book here: https://www.jessikneeland.com/product-page/sustainable-movement-a-body-neutral-guide-to-health-fitness 

Whether you're in corporate aiming for your next big role or an entrepreneur looking to attract higher-value opportunities, this episode gives you the clarity and strategy to move forward.I'm joined by my friend and career strategist Kate Wade, founder of Get Her Hired, who brings her signature mix of humor, candor, and deeply practical insight.Together, we unpack why talented women get stuck, how to craft a powerful career narrative, and what it really takes to position yourself for bigger stages, promotions, clients, and visibility.Kate and I talk about:Why being “good at everything” keeps women from advancingThe difference between features and benefits in your career storyHow to find the throughline in your background and experiencesThe hidden ways women make themselves indispensable — and how it backfiresWhat recruiters say is actually happening in the job marketHow to have career-advancing and  opportunity-advancing conversationsWhat AI can help you with in résumé writing — and what it definitely can'tThe problem with AI-written speaker applications (and why they all sound the same)Kate's new résumé course Hit Send — with a generous discount for listenersLinks:Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/452/ Kate's website: https://getherhired.com/ Get Kate's new course “Hit Send”: https://getherhired.com/hitsend/Save 60% with the coupon code “SpeakingYourBrand”Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/Apply for our Thought Leader Academy = https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/ Attend our 1-day in-person Speaking Accelerator workshop in Orlando: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/orlando/ Connect on LinkedIn:Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcoxKate Wade = https://www.linkedin.com/in/katewade-getherhired/ Related Podcast Episodes:Episode 424: Evolving Your Brand is a Must: How to Align Who You Are, Even the Messy PartsEpisode 436: Turn Your Stories Into Impactful Messages: Live Signature Talks from TLA GradsEpisode 439: From Engineer to Inspiring Speaker: Finding Your Authentic Speaking Style

Welcome back to The Lucas Mack Show!In this deeply personal and uplifting episode, Lucas Mack reconnects with his high-school friend Krystal Bronson for a raw and beautiful conversation about mental health, healing, and the courage to speak truth.Krystal opens up about her own journey—being misdiagnosed, over-medicated, and hospitalized—and how she transformed that pain into purpose. Her mission is to bring mental health to the forefront of our cultural conversation through compassion, storytelling, and community.Together, Lucas and Krystal dive into essential topics:

In this episode of the Gloria Chou PR Podcast, Gloria dives deep into one of the biggest traps small business owners face today — PR scams and pay-to-play “features.” You know the ones: “Get featured in *40 Under 40 Innovative Entrepreneurs—fees apply.” Gloria pulls back the curtain on how to spot these fake “PR opportunities” and why they don't give you the long-term authority, SEO, or credibility that earned media does.After years of helping thousands of founders get featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Allure, and The New York Times — without paying a dime for placement — Gloria reveals the red flags to watch for and what real PR looks like.What PR Isn't — And Why It MattersPR is not: 

Most people assume that if you've ever had a blood clot, plastic surgery is off the table forever.But is that actually true?In this powerful episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored, Dr. Rady Rahban sits down with Lori — a 60-year-old woman who survived multiple blood clots, including two pulmonary embolisms, and still safely underwent a tummy tuck.This conversation dives into:The real risks of surgery after DVT or PEWhy most doctors automatically say no — and why sometimes, that's not the whole storyHow a true team approach between surgeon + hematologist can make previously “impossible” cases possibleThe emotional journey of choosing your own quality of life — even when others try to talk you out of itThis is not a story about vanity.  It's a story about courage, medical nuance, and reclaiming your confidence at any age. If you've ever wondered, “Can I have plastic surgery if I've had a blood clot?” — this episode is your answer.✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored:✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.✔️ Rate & Review—your feedback helps more people find us.✔️ Follow Dr. Rady Rahban across all platforms for daily insights, behind-the-scenes, and patient education:Instagram: @drradyrahbanTikTok: @radyrahbanMDYouTube: @Rady RahbanFacebook: @Rady Rahban✔️ Share this episode with someone considering plastic surgery—the right knowledge can save a life.

Send us a textWe're celebrating episode 300 with a "Best of Becca" compilation! Rebecca and I react to her most memorable moments from the past six years of podcasting—from rabid raccoons to pooping in the shower to Gerald not being able to slay dragons. We also reflect on how the evangelical landscape has shifted since we started, why we're no longer in "please speak up" mode but in "shake the dust off your feet" territory, and how our focus has evolved from "fix the church" to "help people take radical accountability for their own health and wellbeing.”ALL NEW Marriage You Want Video Series:See the complete Marriage You Want curriculum, with the paperback, study guide, and now small group video series! UPCOMING EVENTS:October 25th: Join Keith and Sheila marriage conference in Oshawa, Ontario (near Toronto!)TO SUPPORT US: Join our Patreon for as little as $5 a month to support our workAnd check out our Merch, or any of our courses!Give to the Good Fruit Faith Initiative of the Bosko FoundationJoin our email list!TOP 5 PODCASTS OF AL TIME:The Problems with Power of a Praying Wife featuring Sarah McDugal and Gretchen BaskervilleThe Problems with Every Young Man's Battle featuring Andrew Bauman and Zachary WagnerGroomed for an Abusive Marriage: Alyssa Wakefield's StoryHow the Authors We Critiqued Responded to The Great Sex RescueThe Uncomfortable Truth about Waiting for Marriage for SexSHEILA'S FAVOURITE PODCASTS:The All About Obligation Sex PodcastThe Myth of the Magic PenisSupport the showJoin Sheila at Bare Marriage.com!Check out her books: The Great Sex Rescue She Deserves Better The Marriage You Want and the Study Guide The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex and The Good Guy's Guide to Great Sex And she has an Orgasm Course and a Libido course too!Check out all her courses, FREE resources, social media, books, and so much more at Sheila's LinkTree.