Podcasts about Suffering

Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!What if I told you that the key to winning in business, life, and relationships isn't a secret strategy, but a set of simple, decisive actions that anyone can take?In this episode, Sharran shares his ten “shortcuts” to success in a world that's obsessed with quick fixes. These principles are designed to help you level up your business, personal growth, and overall mindset. The ideas he outlines aren't just motivational; they're actionable. If you want to separate yourself from the crowd and make your success inevitable, this episode will give you the tools to do just that. Tune in to hear Sharran break down the ten lessons that have helped him achieve enormous success.“The thing that actually moves the needle comes from the boring stuff that nobody sees–the extra call, the late-night email, the hard conversation that you didn't want to have but you had to have anyway, the person you had to let go, the person you needed to hire.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:35 - Effort is the Ultimate Equalizer: Why focused work beats talent03:40 - Stacking the Proof: Building confidence through reps, not affirmations05:37 - Nobody Sees the Work: The importance of working in silence06:55 - Obsession Over Average: How obsession drives success08:57 - Using Doubt as Fuel: How to turn criticism into motivation10:28 - The Power of One More: Why doing one more thing can make the difference11:47 - Suffering with Intention: Embracing discomfort as part of the process13:48 - Track the Ledger: How to stay on track with your goals15:46 - Boring is the Battleground: Doing the mundane stuff consistently17:29 - Outwork Your Excuses: Don't wait for motivation; follow the planResources:- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/- Join the Future Proof Community - https://futureproofsecrets.com/- The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/- Top Agent Power Pack - https://sharran.activehosted.com/f/121- The 5am Club - https://sharran.com/5amclub/- Join the 10K Wisdom Private Partner Podcast, now available to you for free - https://www.highlandprime.com/optin-10k-wisdom-

To understand the two sides of pre-Christian suffering, Pastor John analyzes the two identities we had before we became believers.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3690: David Cain explores how we often turn fleeting problems into enduring struggles by mentally amplifying them. By learning not to “make a thing out of it,” we can reduce unnecessary suffering and let difficulties pass without becoming emotional narratives. His practical insight shows how small mindset shifts can make life smoother and more peaceful. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.raptitude.com/2014/08/dont-make-a-thing-out-of-it/ Quotes to ponder: "Most of our suffering comes from what we do after a problem appears." "The trick is not to give the moment any new meaning it doesn't already have." "Let the bad moment hang there, raw and unprocessed, without turning it into a story." Episode references: Wherever You Go, There You Are: https://www.amazon.com/Wherever-You-There-Are-Mindfulness/dp/1401307787 The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textPart 1Guardian angels are all around us and very often they show up when we need them the most. On this episode, we bring back our good friend Keith Shibley as he brings in his guardian angel Jennifer May.  Jennifer May is a twenty-three year veteran of law enforcement. She recently retired in December 2024 as a Senior Executive Service member of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Counterintelligence Division. Jennifer began her law enforcement career in 2001, graduating from the FBI Academy in May 2002 and was first assigned to the New York Field Office's White Collar Crime Branch where she investigated notable securities fraud cases including the Bernie Madoff, multi-billion-dollar Ponzi scheme.In 2009, Jennifer was promoted to FBI Headquarters and served as a Supervisory Special Agent in the Counterterrorism Division where she spearheaded the creation, development and launch of the FBI's first automated watchlisting database. In 2012, she was detailed to the Central Intelligence Agency and served as the FBI's representative to assist in interagency operations targeting terrorist activity and threat streams identified on extremist web forums.Keith Shibley is a twenty-three-year veteran of law enforcement. He is currently a K-9 handler at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Departments Explosive Dog Detection Unit. In 2010 Keith became a Detective and was assigned to the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force in Washington D.C. While at the FBI Keith worked on domestic and international terrorism cases. In 2018 Keith requested to take time off to get help for a substance abuse problem. Since 2020, Keith has been sharing his intimate story of trauma starting at childhood and going through his law enforcement career highlighting several major incidents that affected him in a negative way. Find Keith ShibleyInstagramFacebookFind Jen MayFacebookFind The Suffering PodcastThe Suffering Podcast InstagramKevin Donaldson InstagramTom Flynn InstagramApple PodcastSpotifyYouTubeThe Suffering Podcast FamilySherri AllsupSupport the showThe Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

In this episode, we sit down with Richard Grannon for a raw and wide-ranging conversation about trauma, perception, and the psychology of narcissism. He shares insights on how narcissistic dynamics take root, why the popular use of the term often misses the mark, and how childhood wounds shape adult identity and behavior. We explore the cost of outsourcing meaning-making, the traps of victimhood and blame, and the deeper process of reclaiming one's internal authority. This is a conversation about power, responsibility, and what it takes to stop living in a reality defined by your past.Time Stamps (00:00) Start(00:37) Introduction to Richard Grannon and His Work(02:29) Richard Grannon's Personal Journey(05:48) Defining Narcissism Clinically(09:15) Childhood Conditions Leading to Narcissism(12:28) Different Types of Narcissism(12:59) The Over-Pathologization of Society(17:22) Critique of Modern Psychology(30:18) The Role of Purpose and Suffering in Modern Life(45:36) Exploring the Mystical Tradition and Self-Awareness(45:56) Rites of Passage and Cultural Context(46:39) The Individual vs. The Collective(54:24) Narcissism and Therapy(59:12) AI and Narcissism(01:08:02) Codependency and Childhood Influences(01:20:36) Parentification and Emotional Incest(01:23:18) Reflections on Fatherhood and Personal Choices(01:25:47) Conclusion and Final ThoughtsGuest Linkshttps://www.richardgrannon.com/https://www.instagram.com/richard.grannon/Connect with UsSubscribe to Here for the Truth FridaysTake the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeJoin our membership Friends of the TruthWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramAccess all our links

A lesser-known servant scribe for Jeremiah, Baruch foreshadows what we find in the suffering servant who is Jesus Christ!  

Sometimes God makes seemingly strong people weaker so that his divine power will be the more evident.

“What can we do to comfort the suffering?” In this episode, we explore this vital question alongside topics such as the selection of the apostles and the reasons behind God’s allowance of suffering and evil. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:00 – How to discern between Catholic and Protestant apologetics? 21:24 – How were the apostles chosen? 23:47 – How can we comfort the suffering (2 Cor 1:3–5)? 28:41 – Why does God allow suffering and evil? 45:50 – Do we receive the full Eucharist with just the host?

Suffering must not drive you from God. Instead, it should drive you from everything but God.

Joe Folley is a philosopher, writer, and host of the Unsolicited Advice YouTube channel. Philosophy has a way of finding us in one form or another, sometimes in a book, sometimes in a moment of crisis. Thinkers like Nietzsche and Camus have helped shape how we see life, death, and everything in between. But can these ideas truly help us live better, or are we just dressing up our confusion in big words? Expect to learn why so many people are attracted to the idea of existential philosophy and why its so seductive and alluring, why we have an obsession with the idea of authenticity, the ideas and works of Nietzsche and his philosophy, if existentialism aligns with religion or if it is anti-God in nature, what the great philosophers like Camus believe about romance, if there is such a thing as too much reflection, and much more… Sponsors: See me on tour in America: ⁠https://chriswilliamson.live⁠ See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://chriswillx.com/deals Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period from Shopify at https://shopify.com/modernwisdom Get up to $50 off the RP Hypertrophy App at https://rpstrength.com/modernwisdom Get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.com/modernwisdom Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: https://chriswillx.com/books Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: https://tinyurl.com/43hv6y59 #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: https://tinyurl.com/2rtz7avf #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: https://tinyurl.com/3ccn5vkp - Get In Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suffering is a part of life, but Romans 8 helps us see it with a new perspective. Like the pain of childbirth, it's temporary and leads to something incredible. In this Wednesday morning session, we explore how both creation and believers groan under the weight of a broken world—but with hope.Instead of minimizing pain, this message reframes it in light of eternity. Heaven isn't a dull, never-ending church service—it's the perfection of all we were made for: joy, beauty, purpose, and most of all, an unhindered relationship with Jesus. The struggles we face now are real, but they're preparing us for a glory beyond imagination.Romans 8:18-25SWO25Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Faith is like muscle tissue: if you stress it to the limit, it gets stronger, not weaker. When your faith is tested, the result is greater capacity to endure.

Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon discusses the Purple Patch Run Squad program, offering personalized coaching for $99/month with a 25% discount for the first month. He highlights the success of Pasquale Romano, a 60-year-old athlete who achieved a half IRONMAN PR and first age group win. Dixon breaks down running performance into five components: cardiovascular conditioning, muscular resilience, tissue durability, economy of movement, and biomechanics. He emphasizes the importance of frequent, easy running, strength training, and leveraging multi-sport workouts to build resilience and reduce injury risk. Dixon also cautions against over-reliance on super shoes, recommending neutral shoes for daily use and limited use of super shoes for speed work and racing. If you have any questions about the Purple Patch program, feel free to reach out at info@purplepatchfitness.com.    Purple Patch and Episode Resources Fast Track Run Squad: purplepatchfitness.com/fasttrackmarathon Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike  Explore our training options in detail: https://bit.ly/3XBo1Pi  Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com  Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com  

This week, we're concluding a special encore series with Jamie Winship, one of the most powerful voices we've ever featured. These conversations aren't just interviews; they're invitations. Each episode is a call to trade fear for peace, performance for identity, and isolation for union with the Lord. If you've been wrestling with pain, confusion, or the ache to live from truth instead of striving, don't miss this mini-series. It's time to unlearn the lies that keep you stuck and rediscover the wholeness you were made for. July 16: Turning Chaos into Opportunity July 23: The Lie of Being Alone, Radical Individualism, and Why Pain is Good July 30: Why Separation Creates Suffering, the Necessary Practice of Self-Emptying, and a Right View of God Then join me August 6 for a brand-new conversation with communication expert and viral voice of reason, Jefferson Fisher. Episode Links Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

At least 89 children in Gaza have now lost their lives as a result of starvation. Rachel Cummings is Save the Children's humanitarian director in Gaza and she joins the show from Deir Al Balah in central Gaza.   Also on today's show: Yuli Novak, Executive Director, B'Tselem & Guy Shalev, Executive Director, Physicians for Human Rights; Donald Whitehead Jr., Executive Dir., National Coalition for the Homeless  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AMDG. “It's almost as if I pity God because he has to choose between giving us more sufferings and making us sorrowful but wiser or giving us less sufferings and making us happier but more foolish.”   Professor of Philosophy at Boston College and author of over 100 books Dr. Peter Kreeft shares his reflection on today's academic culture, emphasizing the importance of the Socratic method and a sturdy foundation in Thomistic philosophy. Dr. Kreeft dives deep into the themes of faith, happiness, and truth as he shares his conversion story, retold in his book From Calvinist to Catholic.   Relevant links:  A few of Dr. Kreeft's books: From Calvinist to Catholic The Mystery of Joy Jesus Shock Socratic Logic textbook in the Kolbe Academy bookstore Dr. Kreeft on the Being Human Podcast with Dr. Greg Bottaro  Related Kolbecast episodes:  144 The Word Made Known with Mark Brumley of Ignatius Press 93 Good Thinking 166 Dr. John Cuddeback on Dwelling Together Richly  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

7/30/25 - St. Anna Schäffer, born in 1882 in Bavaria, dreamed of becoming a missionary, but her plans changed forever after a work-related accident at age 18 left her bedridden for the rest of her life. Suffering from painful, incurable wounds and paralysis, Anna transformed her bed into a place of spiritual mission, offering her intense physical pain in union with Christ's Passion for the conversion of sinners and the souls in purgatory. Despite her suffering, she radiated peace and joy, received mystical visions, and became a source of comfort for countless people who sought her prayers and counsel. She wrote over 2,000 letters, many filled with spiritual wisdom, and lived a life of profound Eucharistic devotion. Canonized by Pope Benedict XVI in 2012, St. Anna's life is a powerful testament to redemptive suffering and unshakable faith amidst trials.

A Principle to Live By – The Suffering Savior - Part 3To become true Christ followers, we must believe that Jesus Christ became the incarnate Son of God and the suffering Savior who died for oursinsNEW! - Let us know what you think of the program! Support the show

All this week we're looking at what we need to embrace for ourselves and in turn teach to our kids about what it means to walk with God. The guidance comes from the writings of the seventeenth century Puritan writer, Jeremiah Burroughs. Burroughs tell us that when we set ourselves to walk with God, we depend on God for protection as He takes care to watch over us in whatever we do. Our kids need to learn that the pathway of discipleship, which is the pathway of self-denial, is one where we will experience difficulties, dangers, and even opportunities to enter into the sufferings of Christ. We should teach our kids to pray this prayer from Burroughs: “Lord, I am in the way into which you have guided me. I may meet with much trouble and affliction. But Lord, protect me, defend me in this way of yours.” Parents, as we walk with God, let us echo these words of the Psalmist: “even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.”

In this challenging episode of Amy's House, Ami Kozak and Michael Weber tackle the most difficult conversations around rising antisemitism, the Gaza conflict, and media manipulation. We break down a viral antisemitic clip from Fresh and Fit podcast, examine how mainstream platforms are amplifying dangerous rhetoric, and discuss the controversial New York Times photo that sparked global debate about starvation in Gaza.→ Analysis of Holocaust denial rhetoric going mainstream→How media figures like Piers Morgan and Joe Rogan inadvertently platform antisemites→The progression from "anti-Zionist" to openly antisemitic language→Gaza aid distribution crisis: Who's really responsible?→Israel's military strategy and the PR war→The moral complexities of wartime humanitarian aid→Jewish identity in the diaspora during wartime→Why some Jews are abandoning Zionism

UN agencies continue to draw attention to the dire conditions in Gaza, where food security experts warned this week of mounting evidence of famine and widespread starvation due to conflict, displacement and the near-total collapse of essential services.Ricardo Pires, Communication Manager with the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), is fresh from a mission to the enclave, where a man-made drought is also looming.He told UN News' Daniel Johnson that lack of drinking water means children are dehydrated and at risk of disease as families resort to using contaminated water sources.

Humility is necessary for faith, and understanding believers' identity as children of God transforms their lives. This narrative emphasizes the concept of adoption, highlighting equal love and inheritance from God. Suffering is acknowledged, but the promise of glory and spiritual blessings in heaven is assured. Prayer is a direct communication with God, and individuals are encouraged to seek forgiveness and reflect love in their interactions.

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Send us a textEpisode 183 - When It Comes Out of Nowhere: The Emotional Gut PunchWhat do you do when a family conflict hits you out of nowhere and leaves you reeling? In this episode, Tina Gosney shares how to navigate the emotional “gut punch” of sudden family hurt. You'll learn why these moments are so disorienting, how our reactions can intensify suffering, and how to begin responding with clarity, courage, and self-compassion.Tina explains the Buddhist teaching of the Two Arrows and the difference between clean pain and dirty pain—two powerful concepts that will change the way you process emotional pain. This episode is packed with validation, insight, and practical tools for anyone who feels blindsided by family conflict and doesn't know how to move forward.Episode OutlineThe “Gut Punch” of Sudden Family Conflict Tina introduces the metaphor of the emotional gut punch—how it feels, why it's so destabilizing, and why it's common in family relationships.The Two Arrows: Pain vs. Suffering Learn the Buddhist concept of the first and second arrow. Discover how we unintentionally add suffering to our pain by believing fearful or self-critical thoughts.Clean Pain vs. Dirty Pain Explore the difference between honest emotional pain and the reactive patterns that keep us stuck. Learn how to stay present with clean pain instead of spiraling into dirty pain.How to Stay Grounded After the Gut Punch Tina offers practical steps to care for yourself in the moment—naming the pain, noticing the second arrow, letting the emotions move, and finding compassion for yourself.Why These Moments Can Become Turning Points Hear how these painful moments, while difficult, can also be invitations to grow stronger, set new boundaries, and reconnect with your core self.Related Episodes & Additional Resources Download: Heal the Rift – 5 Steps to Reconnect with Your Adult Child – A free resource with simple, powerful steps to begin rebuilding connection CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE GUIDESet up a Connection Call with Tina: CLICK HERE TO SET UP YOUR FREE CALL Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tinagosneycoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinagosneycoaching ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

Pastor Joel Urshan shares profound insights on the transformative power of suffering, revealing how our darkest moments can lead to deeper compassion and spiritual growth. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, he explains how suffering creates a unique fellowship with Christ that enables us to minister to others in ways that prosperity alone cannot.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:[00:01:48] - The Perfect Work of PatiencePastor Joel discusses his message on "The Perfect Work of Patience" based on the story of JobKey quote: "Long suffering is not just patience; it's suffering for a long time."[00:04:25] - The Story of Grandma Urshan's AccidentShares the tragic story of his grandmother's violent car accident at age 84Key quote: "The last words we know that she said were these: 'Brother Mooney, the Lord does all things well.'"[00:06:26] - Wrestling with SufferingPastor Joel describes his struggle to understand his grandmother's sufferingKey quote: "Lord, I don't understand this. It doesn't make any sense to me. I thought we reaped what we sowed."[00:07:40] - God's Response to QuestioningReveals the profound revelation he received when questioning God about sufferingKey quote: "I died a violent death... my apostles all but one died violent deaths. And did you ever wonder why they weren't afraid? Because they had tasted of the powers of the world to come."[00:10:46] - Meeting a Young Woman in a WheelchairShares the story of a 21-year-old wheelchair-bound woman who connected with his messageKey quote: "It wasn't your suffering. It was mine, but I was able to communicate my suffering through you."[00:12:47] - The Purpose of SufferingExplains how suffering creates compassion and enables us to relate to broken peopleKey quote: "Suffering puts us in proximity to the suffering of Christ. And that's how we have fellowship with his suffering."[00:17:20] - Job's Testimony of ChristConnects Job's suffering to Christ's suffering and purposeKey quote: "The whole purpose was that people could be saved and it took an accepted intercessor."[00:18:51] - The Value of SufferingDiscusses how suffering shapes great people and provides unique ministry opportunitiesKey quote: "We've never met a great person who hasn't had great suffering."[00:20:50] - Finding Hope in SufferingNancy and Pastor Joel discuss finding purpose and hope in difficult seasonsKey quote: "There is a purpose in this suffering. There is a reason. We may not see it right now, but through our sufferings, through our sorrows, there are gifts that come to us."KEY TAKEAWAYS:Suffering creates a unique fellowship with Christ that enables us to minister to others in ways prosperity alone cannot.When we surrender our suffering to God, it strips away things contrary to Him and makes us more effective in reaching others.God is present in our suffering in ways we might not experience otherwise, offering peace that passes understanding.It's acceptable to ask God honest, raw questions about our suffering while maintaining our faith in His goodness.The degree of suffering we endure may reflect the level of trust God has in our ability to bear it.

All sentient beings are caught in the trap of suffering in the realms of existence. Bodhicitta is a mind that wishes to free beings from suffering and bring them to the state of enlightenment. A bodhisattva is a person who has that bodhicitta mind, is a practitioner of the enlightenment thought which is the aspiration to achieve complete enlightenment as a perfect Buddha for the benefit of oneself and all other sentient beings. Love and compassion are the forces that motivated all activities of Bodhisattvas. Love is a strong wish that aspires to attain happiness for all sentient beings and compassion is the state of mind that wishes each being to be freed from all sufferings or sorrows, great compassion is the root wisdom. We're talking about the compassion wing, how to cultivate Bodhichitta. This outrageous attitude really, that's based upon incredible compassion and love, that is the thought never to give up, being of benefit to sentient beings, whoever is in front of you, it's your job to help them. Never to give up long term, on working life after life perfecting all these qualities, and the final piece, the six perfections, the final stages of the Bodhisattva path. To never give up on sentient beings. What I keep emphasising is the necessity to have done some work on yourself first. Before you can really establish and develop this outrageous levels of compassion that the Mahayana teachings of the Buddha tell us that we're capable of. It's not possible if you still are caught up in your own misery, it's literally impossible to have compassion for anybody because you can't see past your own nose. It's fairly logical. Forget yourself, think of people you know who are really suffering mentally, they're absolutely absorbed in themself. Suffering could be in front of them, they can't even see it. This is the whole point about the wisdom wing work. All the fundamental teachings of the Buddha, about karma and the mind, he's addressing that to us, that's the work we have to do to see our own suffering, to work on our own self, to see our own amazing potential. Then the consequence of that is two things, one - you become more content, fulfilled, and self respectful; but two - inevitably because you're removing your own neuroses, you're removing the barriers that ego has constructed between self and other. So the more you work on your own mind, the more content you become and the more connected to others. It's just a logical process psychologically but we need to understand it, we need to see it.  So the starting point in these outrageous levels of love and compassion that culminate in Bodhichitta, is the cultivation of equanimity. This heartfelt recognition that the friend, enemy, and stranger are equal to each other from one point of view; they each want to be happy and each don't want to suffer. Why do we want that? Well because love is an expression of - may you be happy. That's the definition, the thought may you be happy. Compassion - may you not suffer. Right now we only have love and compassion for our beloveds. But if we step aside, get ourselves out of the equation, and we see these three people separately from us, we're going to see that friend, enemy, and stranger are just projections of our own delusions. We see the universe in terms of how they fulfil our needs. We should be embarrassed how self centred it is! We're trying to step out of that and get to see people from their own point of view. Like your mother would say - put yourself in their shoes. It's a very powerful statement. The brave attitude of the Bodhisattva is the sense of responsibility, what can I do to help? It's like a mother, the mother's sitting on the beach and her child is drowning, of course she's going to have compassion, instantaneously there's going to be compassion. Oh my god look at that suffering, but she's not looking around behind her to see who's going to save her baby, even if she can't swim, this is the point - she knows it's her job. That's a Bodhisattva, they know it's their job. That's what we're trying to cultivate. So it's a very brave attitude, a very courageous attitude, a very big attitude, to think that you want to feel this sense of responsibility as if everybody in the universe is your child. That's pretty profound! Centrul Budist White Mahakala, Romania, 15th September 2021. YouTube

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This past Sunday, we continued in Mark 13:14–23. Jesus is never caught off guard by our difficult circumstances—He sees them, knows them, and calls us to trust Him through them. We were reminded to stay alert and discerning, especially against false messiahs and distorted versions of Christianity that promise glory without suffering.  He will hold us fast. Give your life to Christ and walk in the joy and security of His love. Give your life to the world, and you'll find only anxiety and emptiness. Church, take heart—He loves us, and He will return for us.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Thank you for joining me today and following us throughout Project 23. If you would like to learn more about this project, click the link to discover more and partner with us. Our text today is Mark 13:9-13: “But be on your guard. For they will deliver you over to councils, and you will be beaten in synagogues, and you will stand before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them. And the gospel must first be proclaimed to all nations. And when they bring you to trial and deliver you over, do not be anxious beforehand what you are to say, but say whatever is given you in that hour, for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. And brother will deliver brother over to death, and the father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death. And you will be hated by all for my name's sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. — Mark 13:9-13 I love Jesus. He never sugarcoats the future. He's just warned of false teachers, wars, famines, and earthquakes. Now it gets even more personal. He tells his disciples, You will be handed over. Beaten. Betrayed. Hated. Not for doing wrong, but for following him. And that's the sobering truth. Persecution isn't a sign the plan is failing. It's an integral part of the plan. But notice how Jesus frames it. Yes, they'll suffer. But they will also stand before kings and councils to bear witness. Their trials become testimonies. Their pain becomes a platform. And Jesus promises something else. When you're called to speak, don't panic. The Holy Spirit will give you the words. You don't have to be polished. You have to be present and obedient. We often associate following Jesus with peace and blessing. And it is—sometimes. But it also comes with tension. Misunderstanding. Conflict. Sometimes even suffering. And when it comes, don't be surprised, my friend. Be faithful. This isn't failure. It's faithful obedience in a hostile world. Jesus never promised popularity or peace in this world. He promised his presence. He promised the Holy Spirit would show up. And he promised endurance would be rewarded. So, whether you're facing resistance at work, tension at home, or isolation due to your beliefs, stay faithful. The gospel must advance through your life in the persecution, even when it costs you something. #EndureInFaith, #Mark13, #PersecutionAndPurpose ASK THIS: Why does Jesus say “be on your guard”? How has your faith ever brought friction with others? What's the difference between panic and Spirit-led boldness? What does it look like for you to endure to the end? DO THIS: Pray for boldness today. Then look for a simple opportunity to speak truth, show love, or represent Christ—especially when it's uncomfortable. PRAY THIS: Lord, help me be faithful when it's costly. Speak through me when I feel weak. Use my life—even in trial—to proclaim your gospel. Amen. PLAY THIS: “Holy Spirit.”

A Principle to Live By – The Suffering Savior - Part 2To become true Christ followers, we must believe that Jesus Christ became the incarnate Son of God and the suffering Savior who died for oursinsNEW! - Let us know what you think of the program! Support the show

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports Senate Democrats are pushing the Trump administration to do more in getting food to starving people in Gaza.

No one likes to suffer. Often when suffering, one might think that no one knows the pain; and it will never end. Listen and be encouraged. Copyright, Dave Andrus 2025

Balajit gives the second of a two-part talk on the 3rd and 4th of the Noble truths. The Buddha said that the whole of his teachings fits within the footprint of the four noble truths. Balajit explores the ways in which we can change our relationship to contraction and suffering by getting to know the deepest longing of the heart Excerpted from the talk In the Footsteps of the Buddha: A Noble Path (Part II) given at Birmingham Buddhist Centre 2023. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast: Bite-sized clips - Buddhist inspiration three times a week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967  

Taranita discusses the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path and the Twelve Nidanas; relating them to our own experience. Excerpted from the talk entitled Heart Sutra 5 - The Four Noble Truths and the Twelve Nidanas given at Bristol Buddhist Centre, 2007. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Dharmabytes podcast: Bite-sized clips - Buddhist inspiration three times a week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967  

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Why would anyone say that God causes suffering when Satan is so clearly at work? Pastor John leads us through the shocking sovereignty of God.

Isaiah 45:1–13 (Listen) Cyrus, God's Instrument 45:1   Thus says the LORD to his anointed, to Cyrus,    whose right hand I have grasped,  to subdue nations before him    and to loose the belts of kings,  to open doors before him    that gates may not be closed:2   “I will go before you    and level the exalted places,1  I will break in pieces the doors of bronze    and cut through the bars of iron,3   I will give you the treasures of darkness    and the hoards in secret places,  that you may know that it is I, the LORD,    the God of Israel, who call you by your name.4   For the sake of my servant Jacob,    and Israel my chosen,  I call you by your name,    I name you, though you do not know me.5   I am the LORD, and there is no other,    besides me there is no God;    I equip you, though you do not know me,6   that people may know, from the rising of the sun    and from the west, that there is none besides me;    I am the LORD, and there is no other.7   I form light and create darkness;    I make well-being and create calamity;    I am the LORD, who does all these things. 8   “Shower, O heavens, from above,    and let the clouds rain down righteousness;  let the earth open, that salvation and righteousness may bear fruit;    let the earth cause them both to sprout;    I the LORD have created it. 9   “Woe to him who strives with him who formed him,    a pot among earthen pots!  Does the clay say to him who forms it, ‘What are you making?'    or ‘Your work has no handles'?10   Woe to him who says to a father, ‘What are you begetting?'    or to a woman, ‘With what are you in labor?'” 11   Thus says the LORD,    the Holy One of Israel, and the one who formed him:  “Ask me of things to come;    will you command me concerning my children and the work of my hands?212   I made the earth    and created man on it;  it was my hands that stretched out the heavens,    and I commanded all their host.13   I have stirred him up in righteousness,    and I will make all his ways level;  he shall build my city    and set my exiles free,  not for price or reward,”    says the LORD of hosts. Footnotes [1] 45:2 Masoretic Text; Dead Sea Scroll, Septuagint level the mountains

Wrestling with pain, injustice, or unanswered prayers? This powerful message from Pastor Ryan Visconti at Generation Church answers one of the biggest questions believers (and non-believers) ask: Why does a loving God allow suffering and evil in the world? In this sermon, you'll hear biblical truths about sin, free will, the fallen world, and God's eternal purpose through trials. Whether you're dealing with loss, sickness, or spiritual doubt, this teaching will strengthen your faith and equip you to stand on God's Word in hard times.

I keep meeting women who want to work with me but are waiting until they reach their goal weight. This breaks my heart because it's exactly backwards from what actually supports both wellbeing and goals. The research on weight bias is devastating: 69% of people cite doctors as the second most common source of weight bias. When healthcare professionals perpetuate the message that larger bodies are less deserving of care, women internalize this and think they don't deserve nice clothes. Here's the truth: if you're losing significant weight, you need interim clothes. Your silhouette almost never changes with weight loss, so the lines that flatter you now will continue to work. Suffering in ill-fitting clothes doesn't motivate - it undermines confidence. The biggest lie diet culture tells us about what to wear when losing weight is that you should wait until you're "worthy" of good clothes. But worthiness isn't something you achieve - it's something you already possess.   Download my Guide to Seasonal Energy & Personality Colors. Learn about the Essential Signature Style Guide.

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"How have I been complicit in creating the conditions I say I don't want?"Many of us find ourselves trapped in patterns we claim to hate - overworking while craving balance, tolerating bad bosses, accepting toxic work cultures.This question cuts right to the heart of it. It's not about blame. It's about awareness. The word complicit cuts deeper than responsible, because it asks us to look inward, without self-attack.This question comes from Jerry Colonna - former JP Morgan partner, co-founder of a top-tier VC firm with Fred Wilson, now known as the CEO Whisperer. He coaches Founders and CEOs at Etsy, SoundCloud, and Fortune 500 companies.I've wanted this conversation for years, ever since hearing him on the Tim Ferriss podcast. When he agreed to come on How to Live, I honestly couldn't believe it.In our conversation, Jerry opens up about his journey from massive Wall Street success to a near-suicidal moment on a subway platform, and how radical self-inquiry saved his life.We dive deep into self-growth, leadership, practical journaling techniques, managing the voices in your head, and why the most successful people often create their own suffering without realizing it.If you're exploring the next frontier of growth, it might not be outside.It might be within.This conversation will help you start the work.Shownoteshttps://howtolive.life/episode/099-wisdom-from-the-CEO-whisperer-with-jerry-colonnaHow to Live NewsletterGo deeper with articles every 2-3 weeks. No spam. https://sharadlal.substack.com/ Leave us a messagehttps://howtolive.life/contactAbout Sharad Lalhttps://www.sharadlal.net/Follow usLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharadlal24/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PodcastHowtolive/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcasthowtolive/

Send us a textPart 1Guardian angels are all around us and very often they show up when we need them the most. On this episode, we bring back our good friend Keith Shibley as he brings in his guardian angel Jennifer May.  Jennifer May is a twenty-three year veteran of law enforcement. She recently retired in December 2024 as a Senior Executive Service member of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Counterintelligence Division. Jennifer began her law enforcement career in 2001, graduating from the FBI Academy in May 2002 and was first assigned to the New York Field Office's White Collar Crime Branch where she investigated notable securities fraud cases including the Bernie Madoff, multi-billion-dollar Ponzi scheme.In 2009, Jennifer was promoted to FBI Headquarters and served as a Supervisory Special Agent in the Counterterrorism Division where she spearheaded the creation, development and launch of the FBI's first automated watchlisting database. In 2012, she was detailed to the Central Intelligence Agency and served as the FBI's representative to assist in interagency operations targeting terrorist activity and threat streams identified on extremist web forums.Keith Shibley is a twenty-three-year veteran of law enforcement. He is currently a K-9 handler at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Departments Explosive Dog Detection Unit. In 2010 Keith became a Detective and was assigned to the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force in Washington D.C. While at the FBI Keith worked on domestic and international terrorism cases. In 2018 Keith requested to take time off to get help for a substance abuse problem. Since 2020, Keith has been sharing his intimate story of trauma starting at childhood and going through his law enforcement career highlighting several major incidents that affected him in a negative way. Find Keith ShibleyInstagramFacebookFind Jen MayFacebookFind The Suffering PodcastThe Suffering Podcast InstagramKevin Donaldson InstagramTom Flynn InstagramApple PodcastSpotifyYouTubeThe Suffering Podcast FamilySherri AllsupSupport the showThe Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

Welcome! This week on A Mental Health Break, prepare for a profoundly transformative conversation on healing from within. We are incredibly honored to welcome Deborah Grassman, a distinguished author, contributing writer to multiple textbooks, and the compassionate voice behind the powerful concept of "Soul Injury." While her impressive resume includes three books, 25 published articles, four documentary films, and a TED Talk, none of these achievements compare to the profound wisdom she gained from caring for 10,000 dying veterans as a VA hospice Nurse Practitioner for three decades. As Deborah wisely says, "If anyone wants to learn how to achieve inner peace, ask a veteran who has successfully struggled to find it for the rest of their lives after they returned from war."Deborah's invaluable experiences culminated in her groundbreaking concept of "Soul Injury"—a deep wound that separates an individual from their own sense of self, often causing unseen distress. She believes that these injuries arise from unmourned loss and unforgiven guilt/shame, leading to a diminished sense of self-worth. In this essential episode, Deborah will illuminate the phenomena of Soul Injury, exploring its causes and offering pathways to recovery. She'll share the profound lessons learned from her time with dying veterans, revealing how their journeys to inner peace can guide us all.Join us as Deborah discusses realizing your life truly matters, making peace with your present and future, and effective ways to work through trauma. We'll delve into overcoming childhood pain, understanding how "hurt people hurt people," and crucially, how to courageously connect with your own hurt to begin the healing process. With her powerful tagline, "Don't waste your suffering...use it to help heal our hurting world," Deborah Grassman offers not just insights, but practical pathways to recover your lost self-worth and foster a profound relationship with yourself. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to transform their pain into purpose and find lasting inner peace.Support the showHave a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production.CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988

Suffering is a part of life; following Jesus means embracing His call to join Him in it. Paul's journey—filled with arrests, trials, storms, and shipwrecks—teaches us that hardship doesn't have to silence or discourage us. Through it all, Paul kept preaching and pointing others to the hope of the Gospel, showing us that even in suffering, we can glorify God. Pastor Shawn Williams reminds us that Jesus is with us in every trial, and the Gospel remains our greatest hope.

In this episode, we explore the distinction between pain and suffering and how our thoughts, attachments, and emotional patterns often create unnecessary suffering. If you've been feeling stuck, triggered, or weighed down by your inner narrative, this episode is here to guide you back to peace, clarity, and healing.

Ruminations and reassurances. Checking and counting. Suffering and stigmas. It's OCD, babes! OCD is now considered one of the most common psychiatric conditions, afflicting 2% to 3% of the general population, and this episode is among our top-requested topics. So we snagged a top-shelf ologist: psychiatrist, researcher, advocate and OCD Neurobiologist, *the* Dr. Wayne Goodman. We cover myths, misconceptions, diagnosis and treatment options for OCD, as well as advice for loved ones. Also: PANDAS, famous folks who are helping break the silence on it, intrusive thoughts, deep brain stimulation, genetic components, links to Tourette's Syndrome, finding the right doctor, and the behavioral therapy that is the gold standard for OCD. And surprise! Later this week we'll have a bonus episode on OCD lived experience with neuroscientist, mental health advocate and OCD-haver, Uma Chatterjee. View Dr. Goodman's publications on ResearchGate and follow him on Google ScholarA donation went to International OCD FoundationMore episode sources and linksSmologies (short, classroom-safe) episodesOther episodes you may enjoy: Attention-Deficit Neuropsychology (ADHD), Molecular Neurobiology (BRAIN CHEMICALS), Volitional Psychology (PROCRASTINATION), Suicidology (SUICIDE PREVENTION & AWARENESS), Post-Viral Epidemiology (LONG COVID), Disability Sociology (DISABILITY PRIDE), Gustology (TASTE), Oikology (DECLUTTERING)Sponsors of OlogiesTranscripts and bleeped episodesBecome a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, hoodies, totes!Follow Ologies on Instagram and BlueskyFollow Alie Ward on Instagram and TikTokEditing by Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio Productions and Jake ChaffeeManaging Director: Susan HaleScheduling Producer: Noel DilworthTranscripts by Aveline Malek Website by Kelly R. DwyerTheme song by Nick Thorburn