Podcasts about Striving

James Clear is an expert on behavioral change and habits and the author of the bestselling book Atomic Habits. We discuss the best ways to build new healthy habits and end bad ones without relying on motivation or willpower. Rather than list off categories of tools or acronyms, James explains how anchoring the changes you want to make in your identity and physical environment allows you to make desired changes quickly and ones that stick. Whether your goal is better fitness and physical health, productivity or mental health, you'll learn actionable, zero-cost protocols to build powerful and meaningful habits. Sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman Wealthfront*: https://wealthfront.com/huberman Joovv: https://joovv.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 James Clear 00:02:57 Common Habits, Tool: Habit Success & Getting Started 00:06:16 Make Starting a Habit Easier, Tool: 4 Laws of Behavior Change 00:10:18 Sponsors: Lingo & Wealthfront 00:13:26 Writing Habits, Seasons & Flexibility; Adaptability, Tool: Bad Day Plan 00:18:42 Consistency, Flow vs Grind, Master Showing Up, Learning & Practice 00:24:54 Chunking, Getting Started at Gym 00:28:01 Flow Don't Fight, Dissatisfaction & Effort, Tool: Identity-Based Habits 00:34:10 Friction, Competition & Effort; Credentials 00:39:38 Make Effort Rewarding, Mindset, Tools: Previsualization, Emphasize Positives 00:45:59 Sponsors: AG1 & Joovv 00:48:56 Reflection & Learning, Tool: Self-Testing; Perfectionism, Tool: Curiosity 00:55:18 Striving vs Relaxation, Balance, Tool: Turn On/Off; Hiking, Nature Reset 01:04:20 Identity & Professional Pursuits; Choosing New Projects; Clinging to Identity 01:14:24 Sponsor: Eight Sleep 01:15:42 Criticism; Identity & Growth 01:21:47 Failure, Identity, Sports, Tool: Rebounding & Reaching; Public Failures 01:30:03 Daily Habits, Tools: Day in Quarters; Never Miss Twice; Meal Timing 01:38:22 Daily Habit Timing & Sequencing, Tool: Mindfully Choose Inputs 01:45:37 Creativity, Specialization vs Generalization; Books 01:51:31 Sponsor: Function 01:53:18 Habits & Context, Environmental Cues, Tools for Minimizing Phone Use 02:02:01 Bad Habits, Checking Phone, Tools for Breaking Bad Habits 02:08:21 Physical & Social Environment, New Habits, Tool: Join/Create Groups 02:18:40 Family, Habits; Kids & Parenting, Tools: Stimulus; Good Conditions 02:26:05 Impact of Habits, Habits as Solutions; Upcoming Projects 02:32:45 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter *This experience may not be representative of other Wealthfront clients, and there is no guarantee of future performance or success. Experiences will vary. The Cash Account, which is not a deposit account, is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.  Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. The base APY is 3.50% on cash deposits as of November 07, 2025, is representative, subject to change, and requires no minimum. If eligible for the overall boosted rate of 4.15% offered in connection with this promo, your boosted rate is also subject to change if the base rate decreases during the 3 month promo period. Funds in the Cash Account are swept to program banks, where it earns the variable APY. New Cash Account deposits are subject to a 2-4 day holding period before becoming available for transfer. Investment advisory services are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. Securities investments: not bank deposits, bank-guaranteed or FDIC-insured, and may lose value. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Genesis 9 we read of the LORD's command for this new creation, who had been preserved in the ark with Noah the 8th person (emblematic of Jesus whose name equals 888 in the Greek - compare 1Peter 3verses20-22); "to replenish (or fill) the earth" with this new creation. The fear and dominion of mankind over the lower creatures would be evident. There was a prohibition of eating food with the blood still in it - as the blood was representing life, which belonged to God. There was also a law reinforcing the penalty due to a murderer. Once more the Almighty covenants that He will never again destroy the earth by a flood. The surety of His promise being seen in the rainbow. The offspring from Noah's 3 sons - Shem, Ham and Japheth - peopled the newly refreshed earth. Unfortunately, Noah became drunk, and it seems was sodomised by his son Ham. Noah pronounced a curse on Ham and spoke of a blessing that would come through his son Shem. Jesus Christ came from the Jewish race -Romans 3verses1-2; 9verses3-5. Shem became the ancestral head of the Semitic and Asiatic people; Ham the progenitor of the African people; and Japheth the forbear of the European race. In Genesis 10 we are told of the 70 nations that came from Noah's 3 sons - Shem, Ham and Japheth - see Moses' comment in Deuteronomy 32verses8. There we are told that the number of nations was determined by the Almighty by the number of Israel's (Jacob's) children, who into Egypt (Genesis 46verses8, 27; see also the Apostle Paul's comments to the Athenians in Acts 17verses26).Psalm 11 tells of Yahweh being in His holy temple and mankind must understand this gives Him the authority to judge the wicked. Habakkuk gives us the take home message which we must ponder - 2verses14, 20.In Psalm 12 the psalmist muses, 'Why have the humble vanished and suffered oppression. Surely, the Omnipotent Creator cannot tolerate evil. Surely, He must act for the downtrodden against their oppressors. He gives the assurance that He will rise against them in His faithfulness. In the 13th Psalm the writer personal asks, 'How long will it be till the LORD intervenes in support of the writer. The writer declares that failure on the part of his Sovereign to act is a cause for the wicked to boast and vaunt themselves in the world. We see it constantly, but we can be assured that at the appropriate time judgment will be poured out upon the evil - Acts 17verses30-31.The judgment mentioned in Matthew 7 refers to critical fault finding in others and not the need to show discernment, which is essential for us to exercise, when we judge righteous judgment as we are commanded to do. The askers will receive; the seekers will find; and to the knockers doors will be opened. Our Lord highlights the golden rule - do to others what you would wish them to do for you.Striving to please God must characterise the disciple's life. The witness of those professing discipleship will be evidenced in their fruit; without which our Lord Jesus Christ and His Father will fail to recognisetheir children. Only doers of the Word and not simply forgetful hearers are grounded and established as faith upon the Rock.Thanks for joining us - we pray you found these comments helpful in your appreciation of God's words, join again tomorrow

After becoming the real-world test case for everything Anthony has learned from nearly 1,400 conversations with the world's best coaches, Sarah walks through how a simple five-pillar approach — community, strength and conditioning, nutrition, training, and recovery — reshaped her preparation, performance, and confidence. This isn't just a story about finishing a race. It's about what happens when you stop guessing, commit to the process, and discover there's still more in you.Go to ⁠www.roadmancycling.com/2026⁠ to sign up for Not Done Yet. Places are limited and applications close on 12th Jan!A BIG shoutout to our incredible sponsors - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parlee Cycles ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Whether it's a tough day, a gruelling training session, an epic road trip or sitting on the side of the road, exhausted and wondering how you'll get to the top... The answer is regularly to just get back in the saddle and ride. Ride The F...ing Bike. RTFB!"Go check out their amazing bikes at https://www.parleecycles.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠4Endurance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Pro level fuel, made accessible. Myself and Sarah trust 4Endurance for all our fuelling needs. Their reange is HUGE and won't break the bank. Go check them out here https://4endurance.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WAHOO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wahoo has been at the forefront of elevating indoor training for years. They have everything in the range that you could possibly need to create a "pain cave" that makes you want to get those indoor sessions done. Go check out the Wahoo KICKR BIKE PRO and all their range at https://eu.wahoofitness.com/

In this episode of Enneagram at Work, we are continuing the 9 Types Overview Series with a deep dive into Enneagram Type 7: Striving to Feel Excited. This is a type I know well, and one I see bringing incredible energy, creativity, and forward momentum into teams and organizations.Type 7s are often described as optimistic, fun, and high-energy, but there's much more going on beneath the surface. In this episode, we'll explore how the drive to stay excited and avoid feeling trapped influences how Type 7s communicate, lead, and make decisions at work, especially during change or uncertainty.What You'll Learn:How Type 7s bring creativity, optimism, and possibility into the workplaceWhere overusing these strengths can lead to overcommitment or avoidanceHow the Enthusiast leadership style inspires momentum and innovationCommon friction points for Type 7s at work, and how to navigate themHow instinctual biases shape different expressions of Type 7 energyGrowth insights through Type 7's arrows to Type 5 and Type 1Try This at Work:If you're a Type 7: Notice when you're jumping to the next idea to avoid discomfort. Practice staying present long enough to finish what you start.If you work with a Type 7: Help channel their ideas into clear priorities and timelines. Their optimism isn't avoidance — it's often a way of protecting morale.For Teams & Leaders:Type 7s bring vision, adaptability, and enthusiasm to teams, especially in fast-moving or uncertain environments. They help others see what's possible and keep energy high when things feel heavy.Teams work best with Type 7s when there's a balance between freedom and structure — allowing space for creativity while also supporting follow-through and accountability.Have a request for a future episode? Drop a text here!

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 31 (A) - 01/02/2026

Striving, resting, grace, intention … one of the things I'm pondering in this season.

What if your most meaningful work begins after you stop striving to prove yourself? In this warm, wide-ranging conversation, I sit down with old friend, songwriter, filmmaker, and Enneagram Two Andrew Greer for a heartful exploration of loneliness, love, boundaries, creativity, and what it really means to live a good life. Andrew opens up about the hidden sadness behind the Enneagram Two's gift for connection—the ache that often fuels the desire to help, anticipate, and care for others. Together, we unpack how pride, control, and fear of being a burden can quietly shape relationships, and how learning to receive may be the most courageous spiritual practice of all. We also dive into Andrew's new book, More Than a President, and explore Jimmy Carter as a quintessential Enneagram One—principled, disciplined, justice-driven, and far more impactful after the presidency than during it. This episode is a meditation on personality, vocation, and maturity—on shifting focus from résumé to soul, from achievement to love, from striving to rest. It's thoughtful, funny, deeply human, and quietly challenging. Pull up a chair. This one stays with you.   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------   About Andrew Greer Author, musician, and filmmaker, Andrew Greer has published three books, released multiple chart-topping recordings, and directed the PBS documentary Plainspoken, a film inspired by the lives of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter and their neighbors in Plains, Georgia. A Texas native, and longtime Nashvillian, Greer now makes his home in Plains. Website: https://www.andrew-greer.com/ New Book: http://sundayswithjimmycarter.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewbgreer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agreermusic

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 30 (B) - 01/01/2026

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 30 (A) - 12/31/2025

Send us a textSteeping Into the New Year | Tea, Perspective & Community HealingAs we step into a new year, this episode offers a gentle pause—an invitation to steep rather than rush, to listen rather than push.In this special New Year's reflection, Dr. Michelle Greenwell explores how tea, ritual, and community connection support our innate healing potential. Using Highland Splendor tea and 1909 First Flight on Baddeck Bay, she highlights Lemon Verbena and Raspberry, as companions, as we reflect on how gaining perspective—like standing at the top of a mountain—allows us to see hidden possibilities, inner strengths, and new pathways forward.This episode includes a guided tea meditation, a heart-centered affirmation, and reflective questions designed to help you begin the year feeling grounded, inspired, and connected—both to yourself and to others.✨ From the top of the mountain, we are inspired.✨ From a new perspective, we are empowered.✨ From outside our usual selves, we discover the hidden jewels of who we are and where we want to go.January Invitation: Steep Into PracticeThroughout January, you're invited to sit with this meditation and tea practice as often as you like—allowing clarity, inspiration, and connection to unfold naturally over time.If you feel called to deepen this experience, you're warmly invited to join Michelle in upcoming offerings designed to support healing, embodiment, and community:

Start your new year with hope that goes beyond new diets, fitness programs, and the relentless pursuit of body perfection. In this heartfelt episode, host Heather Creekmore sits down with her former client, Lesley, to share her transformative journey from food and body image bondage to genuine spiritual and emotional freedom. Lesley spent years as a health and wellness coach, tracking every calorie, restricting food, and chasing a number on the scale—all while struggling with her own body image issues. She candidly shares how these patterns began in grade school, persisted into adulthood, and continued even as she helped others pursue their health goals. Despite her expertise, she found herself trapped by obsession and shame surrounding food, weight, and self-worth. Through Heather Creekmore's Body Image Freedom Framework, Lesley began to untangle the deep connection between identity and body image. Her story is honest about the challenges—grief, fear, letting go of control, and even stepping away from her coaching business—but it's also filled with hope and victory. Lesley discovered that true freedom came not from changing her body, but from changing her beliefs, surrendering her idol of body image, and learning to trust God’s gentle guidance through all the lows and highs. In this episode, you'll hear: How body image struggles often start early and shape identity The dangers of moralizing food, restriction, and attachment to the scale The life-changing power of shifting focus from external rules to internal cues and grace The role of faith and community in healing, surrender, and practical recovery How Lesley found peace, joy, and presence in her body—without chasing weight loss goals If you’re tired of repeating the same health resolutions and want lasting change, this episode is an inspiring invitation to start your body image freedom journey. Resources Mentioned: Get your FREE Obsessed to Blessed mini-course here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/obsessed-to-blessed 40 Day Body Image Workbook & Journey: improvhttps://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge Body Image Freedom Framework Course Connect & Share:Loved this episode? Leave a review, share it with a friend, and keep the conversation going. Let's build a community that chooses grace and freedom over comparison and striving. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 29 (B) - 12/30/2025

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister for Tektonic HERE!In this episode, Jeff welcomes back Sherwood Cook II of Royalty Auto. Sherwood talks about the challenges he's had with technician recruitment and stresses the importance of inspiring young techs through programs like their Junior Technician Night. Jeff and Sherwood also talk about industry-wide issues with parts quality, availability, and the increasing difficulty of repairs. Their conversation highlights how these factors impact shops and customers.Timestamps:00:00 Preserving the Legacy & Striving for Excellence00:33 Christmas Break & Personal Reflections02:21 Surviving Canadian Winters: Funny Stories03:30 Junior Tech Night: Growing the Next Generation04:48 New Stations & Engaging Kids in the Trades05:55 Making Electrical Training Fun for Kids07:19 Spotting Future Superstars at Tech Night09:03 Giveaway Stories: Toolkits, Nerf Guns & Kids Negotiations13:00 The Decline of Hands-on Skills & Why It Matters16:20 Trades Skills Shortages: Opportunities and Concerns18:41 The Role of AI: Is It Replacing Technicians?20:14 Shop Pricing, Value, and Why Craftsmen Stand Out27:04 OE vs. Aftermarket Parts: Quality and Supply Issues32:06 Parts Availability Crisis: ABS Modules & TipM Odds36:17 Aftermarket Solutions: Salvaging Unrepairable Cars42:08 TRP Parts: Challenges with Used Components46:32 The Hackers Behind Module Repairs: Sharing Knowledge51:11 True Value in the Repair Industry: Pricing Your Work54:39 Learning to Charge Appropriately for Your Service59:11 Side Work: Garage Repairs vs. Shop Experience1:01:46 Shop Insurance & Customer Protections1:03:17 Nuggets for Shop Owners: Value, Markup, & Relationships1:08:06 Building Value: Pickup, Washes, Roses & More1:11:42 Price vs. Craftsmanship: Which Arena Will You Play In?1:18:14 Goals for 2026 & Launching a Training Website1:20:11 Training Events: Vision, Asta, and Promotion Strategies1:29:22 Social Media's Role: Reaching the Next Wave of Techs1:33:20 Never Stop Learning: Lessons for Young and Veteran Techs1:34:57 Final Messages: Legacy, Responsibility, and Growth Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

12/29/2025 – Karolyne Roberts –on striving less and living more with God as your guide

If you've ever wondered whether pushing back against police is worth it, or if you're curious about how to actually make change, you'll want to hear this one.This episode of Lawyer Talk is all about when it comes to your rights and run-ins with the police. Steve Palmer tackles the flood of comments he's been getting lately—some fiery, some thoughtful, and all worth discussing. He breaks down why arguing with cops on the side of the road might not be the best move (hint: it rarely ends well), and why the real fight happens in the courtroom.From questions about whether the system is just a big money grab, to debates about how much freedom we're willing to trade for safety, Steve Palmer gets into the nitty-gritty. He even shares why he became a defense lawyer in the first place—it's not just about the paycheck!Moments00:00 Police, Rights, and Systemic Critique05:48 "System vs. Street Resistance Debate"06:54 "Comply or Face Consequences"11:06 "Striving for Better, Not Perfect"Key Takeaways:The Courtroom Is the Battleground for Rights - Steve Palmer highlights that while asserting your constitutional rights is critical, the safest and most effective place to challenge police overreach is in court—not on the roadside.Change Is Possible—But Imperfect - Our system isn't perfect and is often influenced by "the money machine." Still, advocating for your rights inside the legal system can drive reform and uphold constitutional protections.Constructive Dialogue Drives Progress - Steve Palmer encourages dissent and debate, stressing that respectful discourse and legal advocacy—not street confrontations—advance our collective cause.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Call 614-859-2119 and leave us a voicemail. Steve will answer your question on the next podcast!Submit your questions to www.lawyertalkpodcast.com.Recorded at Channel 511.Stephen E. Palmer, Esq. has been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively since 1995. He has represented people in federal, state, and local courts in Ohio and elsewhere.Though he focuses on all areas of criminal defense, he particularly enjoys complex cases in state and federal courts.He has unique experience handling and assembling top defense teams of attorneys and experts in cases involving allegations of child abuse (false sexual allegations, false physical abuse allegations), complex scientific cases involving allegations of DUI and vehicular homicide cases with blood alcohol tests, and any other criminal cases that demand jury trial experience.Steve has unique experience handling numerous high-publicity cases that have garnered national attention.For more information about Steve and his law firm, visit Palmer Legal Defense. Copyright 2025 Stephen E. Palmer - Attorney At LawMentioned in this episode:Circle 270 Media Podcast ConsultantsCircle 270 Media® is a podcast consulting firm based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in helping businesses develop, launch, and optimize podcasts as part of their marketing strategy. The firm emphasizes the importance of storytelling through podcasting to differentiate businesses...

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 29 (A) - 12/29/2025

299: Year-End Wrap Up: Creating Margin in Life and Business Joining me today on the podcast is Ceil DiGuglielmo, host of the Sew Much More podcast and owner of the Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library. Every year, Ceil and I sit down for an end-of-year business catch-up to talk honestly about what worked, what didn't, and what we've learned. We ask each other thoughtful, leading questions to get a real glimpse into work, life, balance, and how all of those pieces fit together. Our hope is that as you listen, you'll reflect on your own year and maybe ask yourself some of the same questions. This year, we spent a lot of time discussing what it means to create space and margin in our lives—and the importance of checking in with ourselves rather than looking to a book, a podcast, AI, or anything else for the answers. It's about learning to hear ourselves think again. Topics Mentioned: Margin in our calendar and business Client Expectations Retirement and Work-Life Balance Embracing Wisdom Key Thoughts:  Family changes impact life and work. Client expectations are changing - wanting more for less. Clearing physical and digital clutter allows better focus. What are we building towards - what does retirement mean? Intentional time management is crucial to balance. Goal for 2026 is more time (margin) to think and process information. With the rise of AI we need to be careful not to outsource all of our thinking. Striving to be a cheerleader for everyone.   Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams   Contact Ceil: Email: ceilwdi@gmail.com The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Podcast: Sew Much More Learn to Choose Window Coverings

Today's conversation is for every woman who's stepping into 2026 wanting things to be different, but doesn't want another year of striving, pushing, or burning out by March. If you're a purpose-driven woman who loves God, loves people, and wants to live aligned with Heaven's design… this episode is going to speak deeply to you.In This Episode, You'll Discover:

Is the constant push to be great quietly making life (and money) harder than it needs to be? This vault-worthy episode from 2023 hits differently, especially during a season when expectations run high and energy can run low. Joe Saul-Sehy is joined by Len Penzo, Paulette Perhach, Diania Merriam, and special guest Stephanie O'Connell Rodriguez for a candid roundtable about ambition, procrastination, perfectionism, and the surprising freedom that comes from choosing good over exhausting. Instead of chasing flawless systems or ideal outcomes, the conversation explores what actually moves the needle in real life. Building momentum. Removing friction. Letting go of the idea that every decision has to be optimized. Whether it's money habits, career goals, or simply getting unstuck, this episode offers a calmer, more sustainable way forward without lowering your standards or your future. Along the way, the group shares personal stories, practical strategies, and a few moments that only happen when smart people stop pretending they've got it all figured out. It's thoughtful, honest, and exactly the kind of perspective many Stackers didn't know they needed. What You'll Take Away from This Episode: • Why perfection often slows progress more than fear or lack of knowledge • How "good enough" can be a powerful financial strategy, not a compromise • Practical ways to break through procrastination without burning out • When delegation and automation actually help and when they just add complexity • How to balance ambition with contentment without feeling like you're settling • Why consistency beats intensity in both money and life Questions Worth Sitting With: Where are you chasing "perfect" when "done" would be better? What would improve immediately if you lowered the bar just a little? Which money habit could become easier if you stopped optimizing it? We'd love to hear your take. Share your thoughts in the Spotify comments or bring the conversation into the Basement Facebook group, especially if this episode gave you permission to ease up without giving up. Sometimes the best financial move isn't pushing harder. It's choosing progress that actually fits your life. This one's a quiet classic, and those tend to age the best. Deeper dives with curated links, topics, and discussions are in our newsletter, The 201, available at https://www.StackingBenjamins.com/201 Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Speak the Truth, the hosts delve into the attribute of God's holiness with Michael, discussing his entry titled 'Embracing Holy Perfection.' They explore the complexities of God's holiness, its association with redemption, moral purity, and how it shapes believers' lives. The conversation includes reflections on pertinent biblical texts, such as Isaiah 6:3-7 and Hebrews 12:10, discussing the distinction between striving for holiness and avoiding legalism. Practical counseling applications and session strategies are shared, emphasizing encountering God's holiness and its impact on personal transformation and worship.00:00 Introduction to Speak the Truth Podcast00:22 Discussing God's Holiness with Michael01:49 Defining Holiness and Its Implications03:53 Isaiah's Encounter with God's Holiness05:28 Connecting Holiness to Counseling08:13 Practical Applications of Holiness09:56 Striving for Holiness in Daily Life11:55 The Role of Discipline in Holiness26:54 Final Thoughts and EncouragementEpisode MentionsCounseling Through God's Attributes - ABC RES 

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 28 (B) - 12/26/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 28 (A) - 12/25/2025

In this gentle, soul-soothing episode of The Spiritual Cupcake, Candace invites you into a new kind of nourishment — one that asks nothing of you except to soften, slow down, and simply be.We often think of nourishment as something active: eating well, tending to our skin, caring for our relationships, pouring joy into our days. And while all of those things matter, there is a quieter nourishment calling many of us in this season — the nourishment of rest.This episode is an invitation to set the hustle down, loosen your grip on the to-do list, and allow your body, heart, and spirit to be filled by stillness.Instead of stepping into the new year with more goals, more tasks, and more expectations, Candace gently challenges you to ask a different question:What can I take off my plate?What would it feel like to begin the year spacious… instead of striving? 

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 27 (B) - 12/24/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 27 (A) - 12/23/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 26 (B) - 12/22/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 26 (A) - 12/19/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 25 (B) - 12/18/2025

In this episode, Cindy Esliger addresses perfectionism and why the drive to be perfect quietly sabotages us, fuelling procrastination and self-doubt. The pursuit of flawlessness seems like a noble quest, but it proves to be a cleverly disguised trap that delays progress and increases our stress. What is the alternative to perfectionism? Cindy explains that sustainable excellence is what we should strive for over perfection. It's a balance of ambition with self-compassion that protects our mental health and rebuilds confidence.   Perfectionism becomes a loop that urges us to set impossibly high standards, feel anxious about meeting those standards, avoid the task due to the pressure we created, finally get the task done in a panic, and then, exhausted, still believe we could have done better. Flawlessness is damaging and drives us to constantly outdo ourselves. Cindy points out five ways in which perfectionism messes with our performance, well-being, and career growth: 1. Expectation, escalation, and burnout, 2. Mental health fallout, 3. Inconsistent performance, 4. Refusal to delegate, and 5. Plateaued growth.  Cindy advises that we shift our energy from being perfect to being more strategic. She explains intentional imperfection and how it involves choosing where to be excellent and where to be average on purpose. She offers five strategies for moving away from the perfectionism trap: 1. Use time, not outcome, to set boundaries, 2. Get honest about the trade-offs, 3. Practice planned procrastination, 4. Recalibrate what enough means, and 5. Intentionally choose where to excel. It's okay to want to be great, but greatness doesn't come from being perfect. It comes from showing up consistently and learning through missteps.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Letting GoAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textWhat if Philippians isn't a collection of coffee-mug quotes, but a battle plan for ordinary believers to live on mission? We sit down with author and missions leader Alex Kocman to explore how Paul's letter calls men to stand firm, speak truth with love, and lock shields as a church that shares real risks and real joy. From Philippians 1:27's “striving side by side” to the practical charge to “do all things without grumbling,” we break down how weekday habits, public courage, and brotherly solidarity turn faith into action.Ever think, “I'm just a guy… what real difference can I make?” You're not alone. But God isn't looking for perfect men — just obedient ones. Our I'm Just a Guy Bible study on YouVersion has helped 20,000+ men see how God uses ordinary guys to do extraordinary things.Check it out at thelionwithin.us/youversion or search The Lion Within Us directly in the Bible app.It's time to stop sitting on the sidelines.Step into the fight and become the man God called you to be. Join a brotherhood built on truth, strength, and action. Visit thelionwithin.us right now and start leading with boldness and purpose. Iron sharpens iron — let's go.

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 25 (A) - 12/17/2025

What if I told you… grace isn't earned — it's remembered?In this solo transmission, Dr. Samuel B. Lee, MD invites you into a healing frequency that transcends striving, performance, and perfectionism: the living wave of grace. This episode is an energetic transmission — a sacred reminder that you are already whole, already loved, already source, and there is nothing to fix.Dr. Lee unpacks how grace functions not as mercy or forgiveness, but as a spontaneous scalar wave — a quantum coherence event between your incarnate self and your eternal Rishi Self. He vulnerably shares how unconscious childhood patterns of performance-based love shaped his drive for achievement, and how a moment of divine grace in Kauai dissolved lifetimes of striving into stillness, spaciousness, and sacred remembering.You'll journey through powerful metaphysical insights, poetic prayers, and cosmic remembrance as Dr. Lee reveals how grace re-maps karmic imprints, stabilizes the nervous system, and returns you to the frequency of wholeness — because you couldn't mess this up even if you tried.This episode is more than words — it's an invitation to pause, soften, and become receptive to the field of grace that's already here.

If you’re a high-achiever who has built your life on hard work, dedication and getting difficult tasks done, you probably can’t imagine what it would be like to allow your life to happen in a way that is organic and easy. Just let things happen however they happen??? It might even sound kind of “wrong”. You might think to yourself that everything good in your life has been built by the achiever in you who knows how to get great things accomplished. But what if all of that power and passion you bring to your work and your life could be directed toward a life of ease? What if “easy” doesn’t mean what you think it does? This is a tiny little nuance that will not only change the way you think about the word “easy” but will (hopefully) revolutionize the way you experience your life. If you’re ready to begin writing your story, please take advantage of my BIG December gift to writers: more than 75% off my signature course A Book in Six Months. Use code GRATITUDE at checkout to get this $999 product for only $222. Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.comFollow Ally on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you making the most of your life? Maybe you have good goals, but the pressure to achieve has caused you to sacrifice your peace and fold under the pressure. In this episode, I share important principles for partnering with God and releasing the pressure attached to productivity. There's more waiting for you on the other side of surrender. If you're tired of trying to make things happen on your own, this one's for you. Highlights from Today's Episode Building healthy habits Aligning with God Planning with purpose Related Resources Ready to live beyond the limits of your to-do list? Listen to my chat with Kendra Adachi on A New Approach to Productivity. Check out this conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee on The Balancing Act: God and Goals. Prepare your heart and mind for the year ahead with the Write It Down guide and the free Dream Builders Workshop. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SHOW NOTES The post #560 – How to Plan Without Striving first appeared on Chrystal Evans Hurst.

Guest  Dr. Rosenna Bakari - Psychologist, Entrepreneur, and Transformational Guide  Episode Overview  In this powerful conversation, Dr. Rosina BaKari shares her wisdom on letting go of what no longer serves us and stepping into our next best chapters. As a psychologist and entrepreneur, Dr. BaKari brings both professional expertise and personal experience to guide listeners through the challenging but essential process of transformation after betrayal and life's hardest moments.  Key Topics Discussed  The Journey to Entrepreneurship  How becoming an entrepreneur forced Dr. BaKari to stop hiding  The challenge of working alone and the fear that kept her isolated  Recognizing when "personality traits" are actually fear-based responses  Understanding and Navigating Fear  Why action is the only way through fear  How fear gnaws at us when we avoid what needs to be done  Taking baby steps instead of giant leaps  The Art of Letting Go  Why "just let it go" doesn't work  The 7X Framework: Seven areas that prevent us from moving forward  Betrayal and silence  Emotional dependency  Stagnant relationships  Complacency  Indoctrination  Loss of passion and purpose  Ego and identity  Forgiveness vs. Acceptance  Why you shouldn't rush to forgive  Letting forgiveness arise naturally from healing  Striving for acceptance before forgiveness  Meeting yourself where you are instead of where you think you should be  Radical Self-Centeredness  What it really means to be radically self-centered  Why serving from an empty cup doesn't work  Centering yourself in your own healing journey  The importance of self-preservation over people-pleasing  Seeds of Disempowerment  How childhood conditioning shapes our adult responses  The concept of "disempowerment by 1,000 cuts"  Recognizing subtle experiences of emotional disempowerment  Why we acquiesce in adulthood based on childhood patterns  The Morning Practice  Starting your day with five minutes of intentional self-reflection  Deciding who you want to be before your day begins  Creating self-awareness throughout the day  Noticing when you drift from your intentions  Rebuilding After the Crash  Why betrayal can be a catalyst for transformation  The opportunity to create something radically different  Not wasting trauma by just trying to get back to "normal"  Building a life that's bigger and more beautiful than before  Key Quotes & Insights  "If it were that easy, we'd all do it right? It's the processes that matter."  "Don't rush forgiveness. Let forgiveness arise from the healing."  "Be where you are. So often we don't allow ourselves to just be in the present moment."  "You can't pour from an empty cup. The more full you are, the better for everybody."  "Why would you rebuild what you had? Give it everything the old house didn't have."  "There's a gap between what we want and what we really want. Spend time digging into what really brings you joy."  Actionable Takeaways  Practice the Morning Five Minutes: Before getting out of bed, spend five minutes deciding who you want to be that day  Identify Your X Factor: Determine which of the seven areas is blocking your progress  Take Baby Steps: Don't try to transform overnight; take the next closest step in the right direction  Center Yourself: Practice radical self-centeredness in your healing journey  Question Your Conditioning: Examine which behaviors are truly you versus learned responses from childhood  Create Space for Clarity: Ask yourself what you really want, not what you think you should want  Resources  Connect with Dr. Rosina BaKari:  Website: RosinaBaKari.com  Instagram: @RosinaBaKari  Perfect For Listeners Who:  Are recovering from betrayal or major life disruptions  Struggle with letting go of past hurts  Feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them  Want to create meaningful transformation in their lives  Are ready to step into their next chapter with intention    Want to dive deeper into transformation after betrayal? Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review to help others find these conversations. 

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 24 (B) - 12/16/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 24 (A) - 12/15/2025

In this episode of Enneagram at Work, we are continuing the 9 Types Overview Series with a closer look at Enneagram Type 6: Striving to Feel Secure. This can be one of the most misunderstood types, and also one of the most important energies on any team.In many descriptions, you'll seeType 6s often labeled as anxious or fearful, but what I see again and again in workshops and leadership teams is something very different: brave, caring, thoughtful, prepared, and deeply committed people who care about doing things the right way and keeping the team safe. In this episode, I unpack how that drive for security shows up at work.What You'll Learn When You Listen:Why Type 6s ask questions and why that's a strength, not a problemHow Type 6s build trust, loyalty, and reliability on teamsThe Guardian leadership style and how it protects organizationsCommon stress points for Type 6s at work (especially during change or uncertainty)How the three instinctual biases shape different expressions of Type 6Growth insights through Type 6's arrows to Type 9 and Type 3How to give feedback to Type 6s in a way that builds confidence instead of doubtTry This at Work:If you're a Type 6: Notice when your questions are actually asking for reassurance. Pause and remind yourself of the evidence that you can handle what's in front of you.If you work with a Type 6: Don't dismiss their questions or concerns. Most of the time, they're thinking ahead and protecting the team from issues others haven't considered yet.For Teams & Leaders: Type 6s bring steadiness, commitment, and preparation to teams, especially when things feel uncertain. They're often the people thinking through worst-case scenarios so everyone else can move forward with confidence.Teams work best with Type 6s when there's clear communication, follow-through, and trust. When Type 6s feel informed and included, they become some of the most reliable and supportive teammates and leaders you can have.Have a request for a future episode? Drop a text here!

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 23 (B) - 12/12/2025

Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax-free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call hereAre you heading into the end of December wondering why your financial progress keeps stalling—despite having strong income or a successful business?This episode dives into the hidden traps business owners and investors fall into at year-end, especially when life feels busy, messy, and full of competing priorities. December should be a time to refine your financial direction, yet most people unintentionally delay key decisions, avoid their numbers, or chase new investment ideas without strategy. If you've ever pushed off meaningful financial steps “until the new year” or felt unsure where your real growth should come from, this conversation will feel uncomfortably familiar—in a good way. You'll discover: • Why delaying important financial actions—even small ones—quietly erodes your long-term wealth, and how to reverse that pattern with simple, doable steps. • Which numbers actually matter at year-end, so you can make confident decisions instead of operating in the dark or waiting for your accountant to tell you what happened months later. • How to identify your true growth engine—the source that reliably expands your wealth—so you stop chasing distracting asset classes and start doubling down on what really moves your net worth.Press play now to get clear on your year-end priorities and start the new year with momentum instead of missed opportunities.Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you'll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Consider reaching out to Kyle…taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;…letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;…investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,…wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.Building long-term wealth in Canada requires more than avoiding common financial mistakes—it demands a clear financial vision, smart financial planning systems, and tax-efficient investment strategies that work across both personal finance and corporate finance. For business owners and investorsReady to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response!Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

You've likely heard of Meta Ray-Ban Display by now — but what's it actually like to work on it? In this episode, Pascal talks to Kenan and Emanuel about the exciting features of Meta's First-Gen Display Glasses and Neural Wristband, the engineering and product challenges they encountered during development, and their vision for future generations of these devices.  Got feedback? Send it to us on Threads (https://threads.net/@metatechpod), Instagram (https://instagram.com/metatechpod) and don't forget to follow our host Pascal (https://mastodon.social/@passy, https://threads.net/@passy_). Fancy working with us? Check out https://www.metacareers.com/. Links Pyrefly Beta: https://pyrefly.org/blog/pyrefly-beta/ Pyrefly and Pydantic: https://pyrefly.org/blog/pyrefly-pydantic/  Meta Ray-Ban Display: https://www.meta.com/gb/ai-glasses/meta-ray-ban-display/  Timestamps Intro 0:06 Introduction Kenan 1:35 Introduction Emanuel 5:03 Roles and responsibilities 8:07 What is Meta Ray-Ban Display? 11:13 Memorable challenges: Clasps 15:52 Memorable challenges: Display 19:24 Celebrating incremental wins 23:51 The feedback cycle in hardware engineering 26:29 Open culture and dogfooding 31:39 One-way doors 32:44 Striving for quality and polish in fast-moving environments 36:25 UI principles for AI glasses 40:15 Future Plans 44:04 Outro 46:53 Blooper 47:49  

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 23 (A) - 12/11/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 22 (C) - 12/10/2025

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 22 (B) - 12/09/2025

Mike Gleim teaches from Luke 2:4-14 on Christ's invitation to cease striving, embrace His peace, and rest in His redeeming favor. Slides available at https://bit.ly/4iLfqFh  

Send us a textIn this deeply honest solo episode, Justin Roethlingshoefer opens up about a triggering moment that forced him to confront the cultural lie of “hustle harder.” After seeing a client publicly champion a work-until-you-break mentality—the very mindset that once led them to burnout—Justin reflects on the destructive pursuit of worth through achievement.He unpacks how striving steals our peace, fractures our identity, and disconnects us from God's rhythms. Drawing from past personal battles with burnout and insights from his recent conversation with worship artist Pat Barrett, Justin explores the life-changing power of contentment: needing nothing, proving nothing, and operating from God-given identity instead of worldly ambition.This episode is a call to pause, evaluate the lies you've believed about success, and realign your life with the rhythms God designed you to thrive in. Whether you're on the brink of burnout or simply tired of the chase, Justin offers a path back to peace, presence, and purpose.TakeawaysThe world's version of success often leads to decay, disconnection, and burnout.Striving for validation costs your health, peace, and relationships.Contentment—not achievement—is what unlocks true creativity, freedom, and capacity.Boundaries are spiritual: they create presence, peace, and protection.Integration doesn't mean constant work—it requires intentional separation and presence.You can't operate in your calling while living in chaos.Your body signals misalignment through anxiety, exhaustion, weight gain, and brain fog.God designed rhythms of rest, obedience, and peace so you can thrive.Living by the world's expectations leads to destruction; living by God's design leads to purpose.Healing comes from alignment—not more effort, but more surrender.Sound Bites“The world applauds burnout—but it destroys your soul.”“A content person is dangerous because they need nothing from anyone.”“If you have no boundaries, you have no presence. Without presence, you have no peace.”“Striving steals your health, but obedience restores it.”“Your body is telling you the truth—even when the world is lying to you.”Chapters00:00 — Welcome & Introduction01:30 — The Instagram Post That Triggered Everything03:00 — The Dangerous Lie of Work-Obsessed Culture05:00 — Wisdom from Pat Barrett: The Power of Contentment06:30 — Why Needing Nothing Makes You More Creative07:30 — Integration vs. Disintegration: The Misuse of “Balance”10:00 — When Work Consumes Family, Health, and Identity11:30 — The Real Cost of Hustle Culture12:30 — From Burnout to Breakthrough: A Client's Story14:00 — Worldly Success vs. God-Given Design15:00 — How the Body Reveals Misalignment16:00 — Moving Back Into Alignment With God's Rhythms17:00 — A Call to Self-Awareness, Correction, and Surrender===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Own It Show HERE:➡︎ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@justinroethlingshoefer➡︎ Apple Podcasts:https://apple.co/3KCyN3j➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3F58Ez4lbIKQ6kMu2pfpIG===========================Resources:⚡️CHECK OUR PROGRAMS: https://ownitcoaching.com/programs/⚡️BOOK: https://thepowerofownershipbook.com/=========================== Connect with Justin Roethlingshoefer on Social Media:➡︎ linkedin.com/in/justin-roethlingshoefer➡︎https://www.instagram.com/justinroeth/?hl=en

Striving for Revival – Deuteronomy 22 (A) - 12/08/2025

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Score football analyst Patrick Mannelly to break down the Bears' 24-15 win against the Eagles last Friday and to preview Chicago's game at Green Bay this Sunday. After that, Rahimi and Grote pondered if Bears head coach Ben Johnson and Packers head coach Matt LaFleur truly dislike each other. Later, they welcomed on a pair of Wiener's Circle employees to discuss the Chicago institution giving away free hot dogs after Johnson met the dare of ripping his shirt off after a win.

In today's conversation, I'm joined by the deeply insightful Ashley Menzies Babatunde—lawyer-turned-DEI professional, storyteller, mentor, and host of No Straight Path. Ashley's story is one of striving, success, burnout, grief, and rediscovering herself again through honesty, intention, and courage. We talk about what it looks like to achieve big things…and still feel empty, [...]