Podcasts about Striving

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 15 (D) - 07/21/2026

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 15 (C) - 07/20/2026

Lords: Alex Shannon Topics: What's a ghost? And other questions you can't explain to a 3 year old. Trophic memory, deer, and a truly unique scientific object- Copied from thoughtforms.life https://thoughtforms.life/trophic-memory-deer-and-a-truly-unique-scientific-object/ Summer Homework Otzi Awake, by Max Lavergne https://www.tumblr.com/dat-soldier/787624576603619328/beingharsh Microtopics: Game Changer and other Drop 7 shows. What real Topic Heads know. California Extreme, the pinball and arcade machine expo. Getting in on the ground floor to become the only place where topics are discussed. Dropping soup cans into a jacuzzi to record the Frog Fractions splash noises. Dropping the Frog Fractions lore. Releasing art and watching people get it in the way you wanted them to get it. Seeing the Human from Frog Fractions in real life and wondering "where do I know this human from?" A pin-up calendar where you draw your own pin-up each month. Conveying the concept of a ghost to a three year old. Whether it's okay to tell the truth to a small child Realizing that the three-year old only knows about fantasy skeletons and explaining that actually, skeletons are inside of us. A two-minute soliloquy about where mama owls come from. Doing your best not to adopt a child's adorable mispronunciation of restaurant. Hearing Dust in the Wind in a car commercial and being like "That's my dad's guitar song! That's the song my dad plays on guitar!" Accepting that you are responsible for shaping this child into a good, healthy adult human, but also, wouldn't it be funny if... Training your child to ask for "hot guys on Instagram" when she wants to look at pictures of unicorns and waterslides. Finding and ankylosaurus in the bedsheets. The age at which children develop a sense of fear. An entire song about not being afraid of ghosts and also how to bust them. One of the major delights of being around a child. Big bones sticking out of your head for a few months until they fall off. A New Fork in the Antlers. Whether it's advantageous to have more complicated antlers. Growing antlers in the lab. Owning a bunch of deer and collecting and labeling all their antlers. Telling the bone cancer what to do. Watching a moose shake its head and the antlers just pop right off. A moose dropping antlers to distract a predator. Trying to get on a plane with your new antler growth. Eating enough calcium to do all the antler growing you need to do. Scoring deer by counting the antler points. Moose lifespan. Seasonal Antler Disorder. The Dim Sum moose with one dumpling on every point of its antlers. Your 2nd grade teacher calling you up to assign you math homework to do on your honeymoon. Homework: what is it for? Homework as anti-union training. Striving to care less about your job. An after-school program that helps kids finish their homework by having an adult just do all the homework, like the parents would if they had the time. The cat on Jim's head. Finally hearing about a behavioral problem from your kid's teacher, that he likes reading too much. Doing the social norms because you are in a group who is all doing the social norms. Otzi the Preserved Carcass. A pretty dang old guy. An ice-age man with almost as many tattoos as a modern teenager. Gen X Cuspers. The earliest known human with Lyme disease. Wanting to make a gutstring bow but there are no guts around. What being any celebrity is like. What percentage of humans are related to Otzi the Ice Man. Being chased through the alps by people who want to kill you with arrows and the next thing you know scientists are rummaging through your stomach contents. An ancient form of Grindr. How old does a corpse need to be before you can buy and sell it? How lost does a corpse need to be before you can find it? Which natural laxatives the ice man used.

What are you taking in each day—and are you giving yourself the nourishment you truly need?In Episode 3 of Emotions & Healing, Dr. Michelle Greenwell welcomes Kate Montgomery, HHP, ND, and Denise Cambiotti, HCD, CIH BioEW, to explore the Earth Element through the wisdom of the Five Element Theory, Touch for Health, and the BioEnergetic Wellness Formula.The Stomach and Spleen meridians do much more than digest food. They help us process experiences, build resilience, strengthen immunity, and transform emotional overwhelm into grounded compassion. When the Earth Element is out of balance, we may become overly critical, worried, depleted, or feel responsible for everyone else's wellbeing while neglecting our own.Together we explore:

Because Christ has made us His own, we must put our past in its place and press on toward Christ, our ultimate goal.

The financial health of the American consumer is top of mind these days, and no one better to discuss it with than Emmaline Aliff of Equifax and our own consumer maven, Mike Brisson, join the podcast to dig into the evidence. While the consumer sector as a whole remains resilient, the story differs dramatically across the thrivers, the strivers, and the survivors. We also unpack a week full of inflation data with Matt Colyar, who helps us sort through the numbers and their implications for the economic outlook. Guest: Emmaline Aliff, Advisory Leader, Equifax Hosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's Analytics Follow Mark Zandi on 'X' and BlueSky @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedIn Questions or Comments, please email us at InsideEconomics@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 15 (B) - 07/17/2026

Trauma changes us—but it does not define us.In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Michelle Greenwell welcomes internationally recognized author and self-help expert Faust Ruggiero, M.S. to explore the many faces of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the path toward healing.Drawing from over forty years of professional experience and his  book, "The Fix Your PTSD Handbook", Faust explains how trauma affects the body, mind, and emotions, why PTSD exists on a spectrum rather than as a single diagnosis, and what practical steps can help people begin reconnecting with themselves and others.Together, they explore:

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 15 (A) - 07/16/2026

This week on The Business of Watches, we're talking to the leader behind one of the strongest turnaround stories in the industry in recent years. Guido Terreni joined Parmigiani Fleurier as CEO in January, 2021 from Bulgari and has overseen a dramatic transformation in the design, style, and fortunes of the brand founded by master watchmaker and restoration expert Michel Parmigiani in 1996, with backing from the Sandoz Family Foundation. Under Terreni's guidance, Parmigian Fleurier has been transformed. Striving to convey the concept of "private luxury," the brand has released a series of surprising, elegant, technically innovative, and yet restrained timepieces under its Tonda PF and Toric model lines.  The brand has done nothing less than reimagine and reinterpret classic complications, including the GMT and, most recently, the Tonda PF Chronograph Mysteriéux, which stole the show, for many, at this year's Watches and Wonders.  In a wide-ranging conversation, Terreni unveils the philosophy behind the brand's discreet aesthetic and the structure behind its manufacture and organization. We discuss retail, production, and design concepts aimed at taking Parmigiani Fleurier to the next level in the hyper-competitive luxury space.   Show Notes:  1:05 The History of Parmigiani Fleurier (company website) 1:38  Global Impact of the Collapse of Lehman Brothers (Harvard Business School) 3:00 Early Parmigiani Fleurier And the Enduring Appeal Of Overbuilt Watches (Hodinkee) 8:12 That Time I Wrote That 'Swatch Group' Was A Dumb Name, And What Happened Next (Hodinkee) 16:42 Tonda PF Collection (company website) 19:02 Hands-On: Parmigiani's New Tonda PF GMT Rattrapante Is The Understatement Of The Year (Hodinkee) 23:50 Quiet Luxury (EFL) 28:10 The Rise And Fall Of The Hype Watch (Hodinkee) 31:08 Tonda PF Minute Rattranpante 31:18 Tonda Chronograph Mysteriéux (YouTube Monochrome) 41:39 Brand retailers 49:36 Toric Collection (company website)

Thank you For Listening. Click here to Send us a comment if you have any thoughts on the episode! Cherry Coke. Pop Tarts. A six-hour bus ride across Uruguay. Those details sound small until you hear what they represent: the moment a returning missionary realizes he is not the same person who left. We're joined by Dallin Hester, fresh home from the Uruguay Montevideo West mission, and we walk through the homecoming journey, the love waiting at the airport, and the strange shock of re-entering American life after two years of simpler routines. From there, we get into the real work. Dallin breaks down what Uruguay mission life actually feels like, from milanesa dinners and member meals to days when you're clapping doors and nobody wants the message. He opens up about learning Spanish when you feel behind everyone else, why the language rarely “clicks” all at once, and how obedience and tiny wins stack into confidence. We also talk about two very different mission presidents, mate culture, and why a slower pace of life can change how you see time, people, and priorities. The heart of the conversation is spiritual growth that lasts past the badge. We dig into building a personal testimony of Jesus Christ, learning to pray and listen, and redefining success when the numbers are quiet. Dallin shares what surprised him most about coming home, why he chose to delete social media, and how he wants to keep serving without the title. If you're preparing for a mission or supporting someone who is, you'll get practical guidance like reading Preach My Gospel and nurturing the seeds you plant. Subscribe for more real faith conversations, share this with someone getting ready to serve, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. What part of coming home do you think would be the hardest for you?Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showThanks for listening!  Keep on Striving!Don't Forget to leave a review and rating.  Let us know your thoughts about the episode.  You can also follow on the following:YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@thejacksonhowellpodcastFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/TheJacksonHowellPodcastTik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thejacksonhowellpodcastInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jacksonhowell5/

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 14 (E) - 07/15/2026

I love when I get to learn from fellow Enneagram coaches and hear about their real-world experiences and fresh takes.In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Lee Fields and Seth "Creek" Creekmore, co-founders of Analog Enneagram, to discuss the coworker chemistry between the Enneagram Type 1 (Striving to Feel Perfect) and Type 4 (Striving to Feel Unique).Lee is a certified Enneagram coach and teacher who serves as VP of the IEA Southeast chapter and on faculty with Awareness to Action. Creek is a coach, musician, and podcast producer behind Fathoms, the Awareness to Action Podcast, and the IEA's podcast. Together they bring serious depth to this framework, and honestly, this was one of the most thoughtful, insight-packed conversations I've had on the show.Lee represented the One, Creek represented the Four, and what unfolded was a refreshing, honest, funny, and real-life look at how these two types show up in working relationships and on teams; from the quiet trust-building in the beginning of a One-Four dynamic, to the friction points around identity and rigidity, to the surprising gifts each type brings when they're working well together.If you work with a One or a Four, lead one, or are one yourself, this episode will give you language for dynamics you've probably felt but never quite named.Connect with Lee & Creek:

How do joy, love, passion, and emotional connection influence your health?In Episode 2 of Emotions & Healing, Dr. Michelle Greenwell welcomes Kate Montgomery, HHP, ND, and Denise Cambiotti, HCD, CIH BioEW, as they explore the Fire Element through the wisdom of the Five Element Theory, Touch for Health, and the BioEnergetic Wellness Formula.The Heart and Small Intestine meridians do far more than support circulation and digestion—they influence our ability to experience joy, develop meaningful relationships, make clear decisions, and remain emotionally resilient. When these systems become imbalanced, we may experience burnout, scattered thinking, emotional overwhelm, sleep disturbances, digestive challenges, or a loss of passion for the things we once loved.Together we explore:❤️ The Fire Element and its role in emotional wellbeing❤️ The Heart and Small Intestine meridians❤️ Joy, love, passion, and emotional discernment❤️ How emotional balance influences memory, focus, and relationships❤️ Why burnout is often a sign of energetic imbalance❤️ Simple Touch for Health tools that support heart-centered wellbeing❤️ Practical strategies for restoring vitality and emotional resilienceTea with IntentionsToday's featured blend from the Cape Breton Tea Company is **Apple Passion**, a heart-centered tea selected to support the Fire Element.Featured herbs include:Cinnamon – inspiring courage, warmth, vitality, and joyful action.Cloves – supporting emotional strength, integrity, and heart coherence.Vanilla – inviting harmony, kindness, and the gentle reminder that joy can be received as well as created.Affirmation: "I embrace the opportunities that I have been given and allow them to bring joy to my life."Prepare your favourite cup of tea, take a deep breath, and join us as we explore how cultivating joy can transform both body and mind.Continue Your Wellness JourneyContact Denise through www.muscletuners.caContact Kate through katemontgomery@me.comExperience the Artfilled Wellness RetreatLearn Touch for Health Level 1Discover the Movement Mastery ProgramExplore courses, podcasts, wellness resources, and events through the Greenwell Center for Holistic Health.If this episode inspired you, please:

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 14 (D) - 07/14/2026

In this message, Samuel Goulet teaches on the spiritual reality that everyone lives under a “yoke”—a guiding force that shapes our pace, direction, and responses—and invites listeners to recognize whether they are being driven by fear, striving, shame, legalism, anger, or the freedom of Jesus. He contrasts the crushing yokes of the world with Christ's easy and light yoke, emphasizing that true freedom comes through surrender, the work of the Holy Spirit, and learning to walk in step with Jesus. This episode encourages believers to cry out to God, receive His forgiveness, reject old patterns of bondage, and live from the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, and freedom.

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 14 (C) - 07/13/2026

So many Christians wrestle with exhaustion, anxiety, and burnout all because they are striving for God's approval rather than striding with God as His loved child. In this message, Renna Nightingale helps us learn the difference between striving and striding and shares how we can walk with God from a place of being fully loved.

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 14 (B) - 07/10/2026

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 14 (A) - 07/09/2026

In this episode of the Awareness to Action Enneagram podcast, Mario Skora, María José Munita and Seth “Creek” Creekmore talk about coaching Enneagram Type Threes. Type Threes – Striving to Feel Outstanding – display high integrity and genuine drive, but get painted as deceptive phonies in most Enneagram writing. The hosts push back on these misconceptions and share what they've learned from the Threes that they've coached. They've shown high integrity, strong goal orientation, and real desire to contribute, but the actual problem isn't fakery but a broken sense of worth. Mario and MJ break down the connection points through the "duck on the pond" dynamic, smooth on top and frantic underneath. They also break down why most Threes they've coached display high integrity and genuine drive, and what actually blocks them from real leadership.“I can't tell you how many times people have assumed that I'm a Type Three because I am self-employed and I have a lot on my plate. It's like if you're busy, and if you're in some way entrepreneurial and self-employed, then you must be a Three. ” -Creek [09:06]“I think the client's level of maturity has an impact on this. When a Three is immature or insecure, they often fall into the trap of highlighting. It's like I'm not sure if you're seeing what I'm doing so I've got to make sure that you see it. So I'm going to talk about my accomplishments, and I'm going to talk about great things and possibility and that sort of thing. And then as they grow and mature and settle into themselves a little bit, they just don't feel the need to make the point anymore, because their actions speak for themselves.” -Mario [19:45]“Threes have this built-in assumption that they have to demonstrate their worth, and maturity has to do with that, with understanding that they don't.” -María José [22:49]TIMESTAMPS[00:01] Intro[02:10] Striving to Feel Outstanding[06:31] Dismantling the misconceptions of Type Three[10:46] The connecting points[16:46] Guarding their true self[21:46] Showing people their worth[29:47] The subtypes[35:21] Recent example of the ATA process[40:18] Purpose as the Accelerator[43:04] Final thoughtsConnect with us:Awareness to ActionATA on DemandIG: @ataenneagrampodYouTube: ATA Podcast NetworkEmail: info@awarenesstoaction.comSend a voice message: speakpipe.com/AwarenesstoActionMario Sikora: IG: @mariosikoraTikTok: @mariosikoraWeb: mariosikora.comPod: Enneagram in a MoviePod: Thinking Well & WhySubstack: mariosikora.substack.comBook: How to Think Well, and Why: The Awareness to Action Guide to Clear ThinkingMaría José Munita: IG: @mjmunitaWeb: mjmunita.comSeth "Creek" Creekmore: IG: @_creekmorePod: Fathoms | An Enneagram PodcastPod: Delusional OptimismPod: International Enneagram Association PodcastPod: Thinking Well & Why

The pursuit of skinniness often promises confidence, freedom, and happiness but what does it actually cost you? In this episode, we're unpacking the hidden price of chasing a smaller body and why letting go of that pursuit may be the very thing that helps you reclaim your life. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community Food Noise Quiz Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests

Preview for Later Today: Rebecca Grant analyzes China's nuclear-capable missile test aimed at intimidating regional neighbors. Beijing is striving for military dominance by rapidly expanding its submarine fleet to challenge the U.S.nuclear triad. (4)1945 SHANGHAI

Rev. John Koopman, Associate Pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Mankato, MN, joins the show to walk through C.F.W. Walther's essay "The Duties of an Evangelical Lutheran Synod," delivered at the first Iowa District convention. The essay was written against the backdrop of the split between Missouri and Iowa Synod Lutheranism — Iowa Synod pastors trained under Wilhelm Löhe who held that the confessions should be read "historically" rather than confessed without reservation, a trajectory that ended in the ELCA. Walther, by contrast, insisted that confessional subscription must be unconditional and total, since every part of Scripture — not just the articles touching salvation — serves the salvation of souls. Koopman and Paul Schultz work through Walther's six theses on what a synod is for: Faithfulness to the confessions in word and deed — testing pastors thoroughly, holding congregations accountable, and refusing fellowship with the unfaithful. Supporting pastors and teachers — counseling them, defending them against unjust treatment, and never abandoning a pastor for faithfully preaching hard truths, regardless of tact or rhetorical polish. Material on synod property and finances — Walther's warning against synods being distracted by money and institutional self-preservation. Promoting growth in the knowledge of truth — doctrine, not politics or mutual back-patting, must dominate synodical conventions. Striving for peace and unity in the truth — mutual submission and charity among brothers, without nitpicking over peripheral matters. Seeking God's glory, not the synod's own — Walther's striking line that the synod should prefer to go out of business rather than let the church suffer harm through its continued existence. Throughout, Koopman and Schultz draw direct lines to present controversies in the LCMS: pastoral formation and seminary training, the role of circuit visitors, tone policing of faithful but blunt preaching, and the Synod's entanglement with money and institutional concerns. Topics covered: Historical background: Löhe, the Iowa Synod, and the ELCA's descent from it Confessional subscription — quia vs. quatenus Walther's six theses on synodical duty The synod's obligation to defend faithful pastors under pressure Pastoral formation and testing candidates for the ministry Synod finances and institutional self-glorification Mutual submission and charity among brother pastors ----more---- Host: Fr. Paul Schulz Guest: Fr. John Koopman ----more---- Become a Patron! You can subscribe to the Journal here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/subscribe/ You can read the Gottesblog here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/ You can support Gottesdienst here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/make-a-donation/ As always, we, at The Gottesdienst Crowd, would be honored if you would Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Thanks for listening and thanks for your support. 

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 13 (A) - 07/08/2026

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 12 (C) - 07/07/2026

From lakeside Austria to Muskoka's rivers, we explore how slowing down in nature opens creativity, gratitude, and trust in divine timing. Jack and Hanna reflect on “learning to love where you are,” samadarshana (equal vision), and the nourishment of community, kirtan, and meaningful conversation. Topics discussed: Being in the “belly of summer”: rest, water, mountains, and the reset in nature Receiving vs. striving: accepting what is, divine timing, and creativity that flows Conversation as teachers: shared meals and stories that guide the path Retreats, seasons, and roles: cycling between giving and receiving Join the Happy Jack Yoga community:

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 12 (B) - 07/06/2026

Are you exhausted from chasing outcomes that never quite deliver the peace you're after?Underneath every goal is a feeling — security, love, peace, worthiness. And that feeling is already available to you through abiding in Christ, not through achieving. In this episode Jill opens a new series called Simply Remain, anchored in John 15 and Andrew Murray's The True Vine. She names the works of the flesh we don't recognize because they look like diligence, introduces the idea of hard moments as portals into faith rather than detours around it, and shows what remaining actually looks like in a real moment of grief and loneliness.In This Episode•Why the fruit of the Spirit is not a to-do list•How to trace any outcome back to the feeling underneath it•The works of the flesh that look like virtue but quietly deplete you•What remaining in Christ looks like in a real hard moment•Why your hardest circumstances are doorways into abidingKey Takeaways•You're chasing the feeling underneath the outcome — and it's already available through abiding•The branch has one job: to stay•Striving and controlling are works of the flesh — they never deliver what they promise•Your hard moments are portals, not interruptionsSeries NoteEpisode 1 of the Simply Remain series, based on John 15 and Andrew Murray's The True Vine.Keywords•Abiding in Christ•John 15 vine and branches•Fruit of the Spirit•Christian podcast for women•Overcoming striving and perfectionism•Spiritual growth for womenIf you want to take this work and apply it, visit myhappyvault.com. That's where I share free resources and ways to stay connected.Discover ways to work with me at www.thehappiestlives.com or www.myhappyvault.comQuestions? Email Jill directly at Jill@thehappiestlives.com

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 12 (A) - 07/03/2026

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 11 (A) - 07/02/2026

Thank you For Listening. Click here to Send us a comment if you have any thoughts on the episode! Wayne Morgan's camera work doesn't come from chasing trends. It comes from a moment when his heart literally stopped, doctors put in a pacemaker, and life got re-routed. That downtime turned into 25 years of learning how to see, how to wait for the fog to lift, and how to bring the Satilla River to people who may never stand on its banks at sunrise. We talk about his Satilla Solitude photography books, what goes into printing and selling local work, and why the Satilla's blackwater beauty still beats many of the places he's traveled across the United States, Canada, and Iceland.We also get into the parts of the landscape people avoid talking about: river trash, environmental damage, and a kids-focused conservation book that shows both the “pretty” and the “ugly,” including an endorsement from Jimmy Carter. Then the conversation shifts to history and mystery with the lost town of Zirkle, a vanished sawmill community with its own currency, rumors about what happened to the town, and an ongoing documentary effort that's still searching for a cemetery no one can quite locate.Finally, Wayne shares what it felt like to document the Brantley County wildfires, photographing burned homes and the people standing in the ashes, while also capturing community support and the moment firefighters met local school kids and received letters. Along the way, we dig into practical nature photography tips like fog chasing, reflection shots, lens choices, and slow shutter speed techniques, all grounded in a simple message: practice until you can make the camera do what you see. If you like stories about Georgia photography, the Satilla River, the Okefenokee Swamp, and documentary work that preserves real places, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showThanks for listening!  Keep on Striving!Don't Forget to leave a review and rating.  Let us know your thoughts about the episode.  You can also follow on the following:YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@thejacksonhowellpodcastFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/TheJacksonHowellPodcastTik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thejacksonhowellpodcastInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jacksonhowell5/

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 10 (C) - 07/01/2026

Sabbath rest is a gift that's talked about all over Scripture. Yet, we often interpret what God intended to be a blessing as a burden instead. Let's be honest: the idea of setting aside work to embrace a day of rest might feel unnecessary, intimidating, unattainable, legalistic, or just plain boring.Tune in for this episode of Soul Talks as Bill and Kristi unpack the biblical heartbeat of the Sabbath — a day to slow down, trust God with your responsibilities, and delight in Jesus. They'll help you overcome resistances to God's gift of rest and equip you with simple, doable rhythms to help you experience the deep soul rest you long for through practicing Sabbath and spiritual retreats.Resources for this Episode:Your Best Life in Jesus' Easy Yoke: Rhythms of Grace to De-Stress and Live EmpoweredAttend a Soul Shepherding RetreatDonate to Support Soul Shepherding and Soul Talks

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 10 (B) - 06/30/2026

His People – 06/30/2026 – Karolyne Roberts | on striving less and living more with God as your guide. For more faith-filled, Gospel-centered content, download the Pilgrim Radio app today on Google Play and Apple, or stream at PilgrimRadio.com. 

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary continue their conversation about why how we do what we do is as important as what we do. This week they address this by looking at their 2nd Apostolic Value entitled: Striving to Be Authentically Human Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at [mission@actsxxix.org](mailto: mission@actsxxix.org) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://www.actsxxix.org Instagram: @acts.xxix Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission The Rescue Project Web: https://rescueproject.us Instagram: @the.rescue.project Our Streaming Channels Web: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)

The investigation pulls the heroes deep into the wilderness outside of Striving, but they've got an old friend to keep them company. PLUS! Level 2 choices from the entire crew. *** Support us on Patreon! http://patreon.com/tabletopgold Patrons get access to weekly premium episodes, including behind-the-scenes insights into our game, spoiler-free specials featuring games-related chat, and tons more. The cast of Roughnexx is Lars Casteen, R. Matt Humphreys, Robin Lange, Scott Hoffer, and Alexa Monn. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a rating and review at the podcast service of your choice, and find our website at www.tabletopgold.com. Roughnexx is a Tabletop Gold production, produced under the Paizo Incorporated Fan Content policy. Roughnexx uses trademarks and/or copyrights owned by Paizo Inc., used under Paizo's Fan Content Policy (https://paizo.com/licenses/fancontent). Paizo does not recognize, endorse, or sponsor this project in any way. Original characters and content are the property of Tabletop Gold. For more information about Paizo Inc. and Paizo products, visit paizo.com…

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 10 (A) - 06/29/2026

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Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 9 (B) - 06/26/2026

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

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 9 (A) - 06/25/2026

In this episode of the Awareness to Action Enneagram podcast, Mario Skora, María José Munita and Seth “Creek” Creekmore tackle coaching Type Five. This type – Striving to Feel Detached – is often misread as cold as they create an emotional buffer between themselves and the messiness of the world. The hosts break down their key insight which is that Fives aren't unfeeling. They're often highly sensitive and defend hard because they care. Mario and MJ discuss this type's strengths, such as objectivity, perspective, and sharp advisory work, and their blind spots, which are intellectual arrogance, passive-aggressive communication and treating abstractions as safer than actual people. Coaching Type Five to move toward real engagement without sacrificing the boundaries they need helps them create space instead of overwhelm and shift how they operate.TIMESTAMPS[00:01] Intro[02:58] Why Fives are deeply misunderstood[08:06] The hidden sensitivity behind the detachment[12:25] The Connecting Points[16:45] Intentional engagement over avoidance[23:58] Other strengths and weaknesses[31:33] Redefining healthy detachment[35:21] An example with the ATA Process[39:30] Difference between Type Five and Type Nine[41:25] The Accelerator: conscious practiceConnect with us:Awareness to ActionEnneagram on DemandIG: @ataenneagrampodYouTube: ATA Podcast NetworkEmail: info@awarenesstoaction.comSend a voice message: speakpipe.com/AwarenesstoActionATA's Subtypes And Instinctual Biases Two-Day Workshop: thesubtypes.comMario Sikora: IG: @mariosikoraTikTok: @mariosikoraWeb: mariosikora.comPod: Enneagram in a MoviePod: Thinking Well & WhySubstack: mariosikora.substack.comBook: How to Think Well, and Why: The Awareness to Action Guide to Clear ThinkingMaría José Munita: IG: @mjmunitaWeb: mjmunita.comSeth "Creek" Creekmore: IG: @_creekmorePod: Fathoms | An Enneagram PodcastPod: Delusional OptimismPod: International Enneagram Association PodcastPod: Thinking Well & Why

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 8 (A) - 06/24/2026

Striving for Revival – 1 Sam 7 (C) - 06/23/2026

Why So Many Christians Are Striving Instead of Abiding? Website: www.PastorTodd.org To support this show and ministry: www.ToddCoconato.com/give   Are you constantly busy, constantly working, constantly trying harder, yet still feeling spiritually exhausted? In today's episode of The Todd Coconato Show, we tackle a struggle that many believers face but few talk about: striving. There is a difference between working diligently and living under the weight of performance, pressure, and self-effort. God never called us to carry burdens that only He can carry. Jesus didn't say, “Strive harder.” He said, “Abide in Me.” We'll discuss why so many Christians find themselves burned out, discouraged, and frustrated, even while serving God faithfully. More importantly, we'll uncover the biblical key to walking in peace, fruitfulness, and true rest in Christ. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, this message is for you. “Abide in Me, and I in you.” (John 15:4 NKJV) Join us as we discover the freedom that comes when we stop striving and start abiding. #ToddCoconatoShow #AbideInChrist #FaithOverFear #ChristianLiving #BiblicalTruth

In this inspiring episode of The Greatness Machine, host Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with legendary author Steven Pressfield to discuss his newest novel "The Arcadian" and dive deep into the creative process. Pressfield, author of over 20 books including "The War of Art," "The Legend of Bagger Vance," and "Gates of Fire," shares his journey from a 30-year struggle to published success at age 52. The conversation explores the spiritual and practical aspects of creativity, the concept of resistance, and the warrior mindset needed for artistic achievement. In this episode, Darius and Steven will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Steven Pressfield (01:05) Steven's Origin Story and Journey to Writing (04:02) Reflections on Past Struggles and Regrets (06:57) The Creative Process and the Role of the Muse (10:02) Uncovering Ideas: The Artist's Journey (12:08) The Impact of 'The War of Art' and Resistance (15:01) Understanding Self-Sabotage and Resistance (18:00) The Spirituality of Creativity vs. Blue Collar Work (21:06) The Importance of Grit and Hard Work (23:54) Expectations vs. Reality in Creative Work (27:05) The Process of Writing and Overcoming Perfectionism (29:54) The Long View: Building a Body of Work (33:02) Channeling Creativity and Letting Go of Outcomes (34:21) The Power of Surrender and Channeling Creativity (37:34) Warrior vs. Mother: The Duality of Creative Virtues (41:58) The Arcadian: A Journey Through Time and Identity (46:31) Striving for Agency: The Artist's Quest (49:41) Making the Unconscious Conscious: The Role of Art (53:10) Reincarnation and Relationships: A Storytelling Device (55:05) Mortality and Legacy: Reflections on the Creative Journey (57:50) AI and Authenticity: The Future of Creativity (59:26) The Grind: Overcoming Barriers to Greatness Steven Pressfield is the bestselling author of The War of Art, with over a million copies sold worldwide. His historical novel Gates of Fire is required reading at West Point and on the recommended reading list of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The author of more than 18 books, Pressfield lives and writes in California. Connect with Steven: Website: https://stevenpressfield.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven_pressfield/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StevePressfield/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The year was 1809. The world had its eyes fixed on Napoleon Bonaparte and the sweeping battles of the War of the Fifth Coalition. But while the nations watched the conflict, heaven was watching something else entirely — the births of Abraham Lincoln, Alfred Tennyson, Louis Braille, and others whose lives would reshape the world in ways no military campaign ever could. In this brilliantly observed episode, Tammy Darling uses this stunning historical contrast to ask us a searching and deeply personal question: when we are desperate for victory, are we even looking in the right place? We see the puzzle piece. God sees the whole picture. And according to Zechariah 4:6, the victories that matter most don't come by might or by power — they come by His Spirit. Tammy reminds us that some victories are obvious, but others are quieter, slower, and easily missed if we are fixated on the wrong measure of success. The scale doesn't move, but the strength increases. The battle rages, but the baby is born. Christ's death looked like defeat to everyone watching — and yet it was the greatest victory in human history. God's ways are higher than ours, His thoughts beyond our comprehension — and that means the victory we're praying for may already be unfolding in ways we simply haven't learned to see yet. Today's Bible Verse "'Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,' says the LORD Almighty." — Zechariah 4:6, NIV Ponder Today Victory often arrives in ways we're not watching for. The world watched the battles of 1809; heaven watched the births. Ask God to shift your focus from the obvious conflict to the quiet miracles already unfolding around you. We see the puzzle piece — God sees the whole picture. If you feel like victory hasn't come, consider whether your definition of it is too narrow. God's ways are higher and His thoughts deeper than anything we can fully comprehend (Isaiah 55:8-9). True victory comes by God's Spirit, not human strength. Striving harder, pushing longer, and relying on your own power will exhaust you. The victories that last are the ones God brings — in His timing, by His means, for His glory. Some victories require more faith to recognize than others. Mystery is part of God's nature — and therefore part of how He works. Don't despise the small, hidden, or unexpected wins. They may be the very ones heaven is celebrating. The cross looked like defeat — and it was the ultimate victory. When your circumstances look nothing like triumph, remember that God's greatest victories have rarely looked the way anyone expected. Trust Him in what you cannot yet see. A Prayer for You Today Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that every day is an opportunity to dive deeper into the great mystery of who You are. We come before You with open hearts and minds to receive revelation, insight, and greater knowledge of Your will and ways. May we recognize our victories — big and small — even when they arrive in unexpected ways. May we rely on You to bring the victory and not strive in our own power, for truly, it is by Your Spirit that victory is possible. In Your victorious name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer helped you look for God's hand in unexpected places, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to strengthen your faith and sharpen your spiritual vision every day. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.