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In this foundational episode of our addiction series, we sit down with addiction expert Carolyn Dunegan, LCDC, to explore what addiction really is, why it's so rooted in shame and isolation, and what true recovery actually requires.This conversation goes far beyond substances alone. We discuss the deeper emotional and spiritual dynamics underneath addiction, including secrecy, self-deception, ego, shame, control, and the struggle to ask for help.Whether you are personally struggling, love someone who is, or simply want to understand addiction at a deeper level, this episode offers powerful insight, compassion, and hope.00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:30 – What actually defines an addiction?02:07 – Consequences, immaturity, and substances replacing relationships10:00 – Isolation, secrecy, and the progression of addiction11:10 – Why lying becomes part of addiction14:00 – Why family systems matter in recovery38:50 – The stages of getting sober18:33 – “I can fix this myself” — the first stage of addiction recovery19:22 – Why addicts create rules and bargains around substances26:00 – Shame, self-hatred, and the emotional roots of addiction35:30 – The difference between ego and self-esteem35:00 – Why surrender and accountability are essential for healing43:33 – Confession, honesty, and “walking in the light”44:00 – Final thoughts: why truth creates freedom49:00 – Preview of the next addiction episodeKey Topics:• Addiction and recovery• Alcohol and substance abuse• Shame and self-hatred• Accountability and healing• Christian counseling perspectives• 12-step recovery insights• Family systems and addiction• Emotional health and trauma• Truth, honesty, and freedom#AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #ChristianCounseling #RecoveryJourney #SoulSensePodcast #AddictionHelp #Healing #SamaritansWell

Licensed Professional Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist Emma Donaldson joins Mark to have an honest conversation about what really happens to a mother's mind, body, and faith after having a baby. From the hormonal crash after birth to postpartum OCD, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and the shame that keeps so many moms silent — this episode covers what most doctors, churches, and even therapists miss.If you've ever felt like something was wrong with you after having a baby, or you love someone who has — this conversation is for you.Emma's website: joyfulmamamentalwellness.comInstagram & TikTok: @joyfulmamamentalwellness00:00 — Introduction & Emma's Story04:15 — The Hormonal Crash After Birth04:45 — How Pregnancy Triggers Old Wounds05:43 — Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression13:13 — Postpartum Anxiety & Perinatal OCD26:26 — Faith, Anxiety & Philippians 433:43 — Intrusive Thoughts — What They Mean38:11 — How the Church Can Do Better40:15 — What Husbands & Family Can Do42:30 — When & How to Get Help44:23 — Nutrition, Sleep & Hormone Recovery#PostpartumMentalHealth #ChristianMom #PostpartumAnxiety #PerinatalMentalHealth #PostpartumDepression #MomLife #FaithAndMentalHealth #ChristianCounseling #NewMom #PostpartumOCD #MentalHealthMatters #SoulSensePodcast #ChristianPodcast #MotherhoodIsHard #YouAreNotBroken

What are emotions actually trying to tell us?In this episode of the Soul Sense Podcast, Mark explores the idea of the 5 Soul Senses — mad, sad, bad, glad, and scared — and how our emotions are designed to inform us, not control us.You'll learn:• Why emotions are gifts from God• The “high road” and “low road” of each emotion• How bitterness, shame, fear, and self-pity can become spiritual strongholds• Why many people say they're “fine” when they aren't• Practical ways to better understand your emotions and connect relationallyWhether you struggle naming emotions, navigating grief, anger, guilt, fear, or joy, this episode offers a simple biblical framework for emotional and spiritual health.00:00 — Introduction to Soul Sense01:30 — Why “Fine” Often Isn't Fine02:35 — The 5 Soul Senses Explained03:12 — Mad: Anger and Perceived Injustice05:00 — The Danger of Bitterness05:10 — The High Road vs Low Road of Anger06:10 — Sad: Grief, Loss, and Self-Pity07:35 — Bad: Guilt, Shame, and Condemnation09:10 — Conviction, Grace, and Repentance10:45 — Glad: Joy, Gratitude, and Blessing12:30 — Fleeting Pleasure vs Lasting Joy14:10 — Scared: Fear and Perceived Danger14:30 — The “Spirit of Fear” Explained16:20 — Derek Prince and the Spirit of Heaviness20:40 — The Purpose of Emotions22:20 — Brené Brown's Core Emotions23:40 — Practical Exercise for Couples (“Talk Time”)27:05 — Final Encouragement and Closing ThoughtsSubscribe for more conversations on emotional healing, relationships, faith, and spiritual growth.#SoulSense #ChristianCounseling #EmotionalHealth #MentalHealth #BiblicalWisdom

From New Age celebrity to devoted follower of Christ — Doreen Virtue spent 26 years as one of the most recognized voices in the New Age movement, appearing on Oprah, The View, CNN, and Donahue, with books published in 38 languages. Then, at age 59, everything changed.In this powerful episode of the Soul Sense Podcast, Doreen shares her remarkable conversion story — from a fifth-generation Christian Scientist turned New Age teacher, to a woman brought to her knees by the conviction of the Holy Spirit through a single radio sermon. She opens up about the spiritual deception she unknowingly spread, the painful public reckoning that followed, and the real peace she finally found in Jesus Christ.If you or someone you love has been touched by New Age practices, this conversation could be life-changing.In this episode:- How growing up in Christian Science laid the groundwork for spiritual deception- What Alistair Begg said on the radio that broke through 26 years of blindness- Why Deuteronomy 18 brought Doreen to the floor in tears- The dangerous New Age practices Christians need to recognize (including Reiki, yoga, and the Law of Attraction)- How real peace is completely different from the temporary euphoria the New Age promises- What she'd say to anyone whose faith has been shipwreckedFind Doreen: doreenvirtue.com | Facebook Group: From New Age to Jesus"You can have this old world — give me Jesus."TIMESTAMPS:- 0:00 – Welcome & Introduction- 1:15 – Growing up in Christian Science: A fifth-generation false gospel- 2:15 – No sin, no fall, no crucifixion — what she was actually taught about Jesus- 4:10 – Becoming a psychotherapist and entering the New Age world- 5:45 – Supernatural success — and why she now believes the devil was behind it- 8:20 – Listening to Alistair Begg on the radio: the first real conviction- 8:45 – Reading the Bible cover to cover — and hitting Deuteronomy 18- 11:00 – The moment the scales fell off: "I knew I was an abomination to God"- 13:00 – Going public: denouncing her old work on social media- 13:50 – Bootleg copies, foreign publishers, and Genesis 50:20- 14:40 – The women at the Ark Encounter who found Jesus through her old New Age books- 19:30 – How the New Age gets Jesus completely wrong- 21:20 – Why the New Age is a dissociative coping mechanism- 23:00 – The Bible can't be trusted? Debunking New Age claims about the Dead Sea Scrolls- 27:30 – How to reach someone in the New Age (what works, what doesn't)- 28:30 – How Jesus meets people in trauma differently than the New Age- 34:00 – What would you say to those who have been hurt by Christians?- 38:00 – What are some common New Age practices Christians should be aware of?- 46:30 – The peace that passes understanding: life after conversion- 47:40 – What is your purpose? The New Age answer vs. the biblical one- 51:20 – Final words: the gospel, the resurrection, and why none of it is worth trading

Why does God allow suffering? And what do you do when He feels completely silent?In this powerful episode of the Soul Sense Podcast, we sit down with author, speaker, and minister Autumn Miles to talk about her new book Holy Ghosted—a deep dive into the often-avoided Book of Job.Autumn shares raw, personal stories of walking through pain, unanswered prayers, and moments where God seemed absent. Together, we explore one of the hardest questions in faith: Can God still be good when life falls apart?If you've ever wrestled with doubt, grief, or felt like God wasn't responding—this conversation is for you.What You'll Learn:- Why the Book of Job is more relevant today than ever- What it means when God feels silent- How to be honest with God (even when it's messy)- The difference between questioning God and assuming about Him- How to support others walking through grief- Why your faith might be stronger than you thinkTimestamps:00:00 – Welcome to Soul Sense Podcast01:20 – Introducing Autumn Miles & Holy Ghosted01:45 – Why Autumn wrote about the Book of Job03:50 – What “Holy Ghosted” really means04:40 – Taking back the narrative: Is God still good?06:30 – Why people avoid Job (and why they shouldn't)10:20 – Personal story: When prayers for healing go unanswered16:00 – Wrestling with God in the middle of pain17:00 – Is it okay to question God?23:40 – The danger of being “fine” (and not real with God)29:35 – Job's friends: What NOT to say to someone suffering33:50 – The power of simply showing up39:00 – Finding purpose in suffering41:00 – The real reason Job was tested44:40 – When God is silent vs. when He's responding differently49:00 – Final encouragement: Hold onto your faith

Join us on this episode of the Soul Sense Podcast from Samaritan's Well as we welcome back Healey Ikerd, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Healy shares practical insights on building strong, faith-centered marriages, navigating communication challenges, trust, forgiveness, and cultivating joy even in difficult seasons.✨ Resources & Links:Healy's private practice: HopeLife Counseling https://writtenbyhealey.comHealey's podcast: Healthy & Redeemed https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-redeemed-helping-christians-grow-in-mental/id1777581136

Two rising stars in the acting world, Sadie Sink and Noah Jupe, are headlining a brand new production of Romeo and Juliet. We sit down to chat to the duo on their opening night, accompanied by co-stars Clare Perkins (Sweat, The Wife of Willesden) and Clark Gregg (the Marvel Cinematic Universe). As part of the conceit, the show involves a series of "what-if" moments, all exploring how the tragedy truly unfurls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What actually happens in the brain when we experience trauma? And how can we truly “take every thought captive” when painful memories and emotions feel overwhelming?In this episode of the Soul Sense Podcast, Mark welcomes back Dr. Angela Deulen, professor of psychology at California Baptist University, licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed professional clinical counselor, and Christian author. Together they explore the powerful intersection of neuroscience, trauma, faith, and spiritual growth.Dr. Deulen explains how traumatic memories are stored differently in the brain, why the body remembers painful experiences, and how chronic stress affects our ability to learn, heal, and grow. They also discuss the biblical command to “take every thought captive” (2 Corinthians 10:5) and what neuroscience reveals about forming new mental and spiritual habits.You'll learn how the brain's design for survival can sometimes keep us stuck in patterns of fear or rumination—and how practices like nervous system regulation, spiritual disciplines, and renewing our thinking can help us experience real transformation.Topics covered in this episode include:• How trauma is stored in the brain• Why traumatic memories feel so “sticky”• The role of the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex• Neuroplasticity and spiritual transformation• What it really means to “take every thought captive”• Why doing hard things strengthens both the brain and the spirit• The connection between sanctification and neural pathways• The importance of wisdom when dealing with repressed memoriesDr. Deulen brings together cutting-edge neuroscience and biblical wisdom to help us better understand how God designed our brains—and how healing and spiritual growth truly happen.

What if guilt and shame aren't part of who you really are?In this episode, Bible teacher and prison ministry volunteer James Early shares powerful stories from over 18 years of leading weekly Bible studies at a federal correctional institution — and what he's learned about guilt, shame, identity, and spiritual transformation along the way.James shares the story of a woman who came to his Bible study broken, medicated, estranged from her family, and done with God — and how two years later she walked out restored, healed, and off all her medications. The turning point? Being given permission to ask hard questions and discovering that sin is not her true identity.Using the simple but profound mud puddle analogy, James explains why guilt and shame don't define you — and why God hates iniquity not because he hates you, but because he loves you too much to let it stick.You'll also hear about:- Why practical faith matters more than right doctrine- How spiritual disciplines grow naturally when you taste God's presence- What it really means that the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand- How inmates taught James as much as he taught themConnect with James Early:

Dr. Larry Brant — 17-year Navy chaplain, combat veteran, and author — joins the SoulSense podcast to unpack one of the most misunderstood wounds people carry: moral injury. It's not the same as PTSD. It's the place where guilt and shame go so deep that a person believes they are beyond love and beyond forgiveness.Dr. Brant draws from his deployment with Marines in Afghanistan, his work as an ICU chaplain during COVID, and his time with homeless veterans to explain what moral injury actually looks like — and what real healing requires. Spoiler: it's not a quick Bible verse and a pat on the back.In this conversation we cover:- The difference between PTSD, guilt, shame, and moral injury- Why the church often misses it — and what to do instead- The power of sitting with someone in their pain before trying to fix anything- Biblical examples of moral injury and restoration (David, Peter, Paul — and a surprising one from Numbers 31)- Practical tools like the two-way prayer journal- A story of a veteran whose life, marriage, and family were completely transformedDr. Brant's book "Restoring the Broken: A Ministry Leader's Guide to Understanding and Healing Moral Injury" is available now on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover.If moral injury describes you or someone you know — there is a path back.Learn more at https://restoring-the-broken.com/

Most workplace problems aren't attitude problems — they're trauma responses nobody taught you to recognize. Dr. Melanie Gray, PhD, RN and trauma-informed leadership consultant, joins us to break down why your team's behavior makes more sense than you think, and what leaders can do about it.In this episode we cover:What trauma-informed care actually means in a workplace settingWhy leaders have to examine their own triggers firstHow generational and childhood trauma shows up at workThe real cost of burnout and overwork on your teamWhy community and acknowledgment matter more than programsDr. Melanie Gray helps organizations move from judgment to empathy — and from high turnover to genuine cultures of wellness.

What if your sleepless nights weren't something to fight — but an invitation to connect with God?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Benjamin Long, a dual board-certified sleep medicine physician and pediatrician, to explore the science and spirituality of sleep. Dr. Ben walks us through his "Sleepless Night Rules," the surprising connection between REM sleep and mental health, why you are not a machine, and how the Christian faith offers a uniquely powerful framework for finding rest.Whether you're a clock-watcher, a midnight mechanic, or just someone who can't turn their brain off at night — this conversation is for you.Topics covered:- The stages of sleep and why they matter- How anxiety and the illusion of control wreck your sleep- Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)- Sleep medications — what you should actually know- How to see the night as sacred space

Duane & Bill back In-Studio, with some great Steelhead discussion. Also, a little time out on the river with buddy Nick Petosa on the oars. Then, back In-studio for a How-To "Bait Lab" on how to set up your gear for successful, Bobber-Doggin'. Also, a brief discussion on the on-going investigation with our WA St. Fish & Wildlife Commission.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we sit down with legendary musician and arranger Fletch Wiley to hear his incredible journey from drug addiction to redemption through Christ. Fletch shares stories from his remarkable career working with icons like Andre Crouch, Diana Ross, and Doc Severinsen, starting from his days at UNT's famous One O'Clock Lab Band.From getting saved in a Tulsa hotel room in 1971 to traveling the world sharing the gospel through music, Fletch's testimony is a powerful reminder that God doesn't play fair—and that's exactly what we need. He talks about his time as Andre Crouch's trumpet player, producing the hit children's album "Music Machine," and his current ministry traveling the globe with his wife Catherine.Whether you're a musician, someone struggling with addiction, or just looking for an honest story of God's transforming power, this conversation will encourage you.

What if the key to a stronger relationship isn't avoiding conflict—but learning how to do it right?In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Lisa Gray shares game-changing insights from her 20+ years working with high-conflict couples and those navigating chronic illness. Lisa breaks down why most couples fail at conflict (hint: it's all about timing), introduces her powerful three-step process for healthy disagreements, and explains how chronic illness can actually deepen intimacy when approached with empathy and communication.Key Takeaways:• Why you should never fight when you're already mad• The three-step conflict process: Setup, Listen, Problem-Solve• How to separate listening from solution-finding• Navigating grief, guilt, and resentment in chronic illness• The difference between healthy guilt and toxic guilt• Why thriving is possible even in the hardest circumstancesAbout Lisa Gray:Lisa Gray is a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in high-conflict couples and relationships impacted by chronic illness and chronic pain. She's the author of Healthy Conflict, Happy Couple and Thriving in a Relationship When You Have Chronic Illness.Connect with Lisa:Website: lisagraymft.comBooks & Resources: https://lisagrayauthor.com/Instagram: @lisagraymft#RelationshipAdvice #MarriageTherapy #HealthyConflict #ChronicIllness #CouplesTherapy #ConflictResolution #MarriageCounseling #RelationshipGoals #ChronicPain #LisaGray

Struggling with debt, anxiety, or shame around money? You're not alone. In this honest conversation, Heather Day shares her personal journey from financial chaos to freedom—and it wasn't about finding a quick fix.Heather and her husband Robert found themselves drowning in debt in their mid-20s. What changed everything wasn't a magic solution, but a parking lot prayer and a willingness to let God reveal what wasn't like Him in their financial habits.In this episode, we discuss:-How to surrender your finances to the Holy Spirit (and what that actually means)-Why budgeting tactics fail without heart change-The connection between the fruit of the Spirit and how we handle money-Practical steps to overcome financial anxiety and shame-How gratitude rewires our brains and changes our relationship with money-Why community matters when fighting financial bondageHeather's book "Money and the Spirit" offers a different approach to financial freedom—one that starts with humility, surrender, and recognizing that God wants to be involved in every area of our lives, including our bank accounts.Guest: Heather Day, Author & Communications Specialist at Barnabas FoundationConnect with Heather:https://heatherday.net/Get the Book:"Money and the Spirit: Surrendering Our Finances to the work of the Holy Spirit" - Available wherever books are sold

What does it take to transform death from your greatest fear into your sacred calling?In this deeply moving conversation, certified end-of-life doula Gina Economopoulos shares her extraordinary journey from bartender to nun to helping others transition peacefully from this life to the next. After watching her mother die at age 23 without faith or hope—an experience she describes as "pure hell"—Gina embarked on a spiritual odyssey that would eventually lead her to discover her true calling.Gina opens up about:• The moment she realized she could help others die with dignity and peace• What happens at the bedside when heaven "opens up" • Why Mother Teresa's words on dignity shaped her entire ministry• Her 12 years in the convent and what led to her unexpected departure• Losing her fiancé one month before their wedding and finding sobriety• The power of presence over perfect words when someone is dying• Stories of peaceful deaths and bedside conversions• Why hearing is the last sense to go—and what to say in those final momentsThis isn't just about death—it's about discovering that the kingdom of heaven is within us right now, and that sometimes our deepest wounds become our greatest gifts to others.Connect with Gina:Website: https://www.ginaecon.com/Book: "Shake The Dust Off Your Feet and Walk: Faith, Sobriety, Self-Discovery, and Healing - A Memoir" (Available on Amazon)

In this powerful conversation, Stacey Womack, founder and executive director of Abuse Recovery Ministry Services (ARMS), shares her 28 years of experience helping abuse survivors and those who use abusive behaviors.Stacey discusses:- Why churches struggle to address domestic abuse (and often become the least helpful resource)- The 8 forms of abuse beyond physical violence—including the "worst" form victims identify- How power and control dynamics differ from normal conflict- The dangerous misconception that couples counseling can fix abusive relationships- Why knowledge alone doesn't create change—and what does- Her year-long intervention program that teaches men to "love like Jesus loves"- The critical importance of safety planning and why leaving is the most dangerous time- How women's health deteriorates under chronic abuse—and can recover after leavingStacey challenges common church teachings about submission, reveals why male victims face unique barriers, and explains why their programs remain free after nearly three decades.Resources mentioned:- Website: abuserecovery.org- Book: "On the Front Lines of Abuse: Strategies for the Faith Community"- Programs: Her Journey (recovery for women), intervention programs for men and womenCritical stats: 1 in 3 women experience domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking by an intimate partner. 75% of homicides happen after separation.If you or someone you know needs support, visit abuserecovery.org for free, confidential resources.

In this show of Teachers Talk Radio, host Famida Choudhary is joined by English educator Kais Saidi to explore the impact of reducing Teacher Talking Time (TTT). Together, they unpack why talking less can lead to deeper learning, stronger student independence, and more effective differentiation. A practical, reflective conversation on structure, student agency, and designing lessons where learning does the work.

Join us on this episode of SoulSense as we welcome Dan Parr, broadcaster, voice artist, and the creator and narrator of the Easy-to-Understand Read Bible (EUR). Over the last four years, Dan has rewritten, published, and recorded all 66 books of the Bible in a contemporary, thought-for-thought translation designed to make Scripture clear, accessible, and understandable for modern readers.In this conversation, we explore:* How Dan felt called to this incredible project* The challenges and joys of translating and narrating the entire Bible* How faith and obedience shaped his journey* Practical tips for listening to or reading the EUR Bible* How making Scripture accessible can deepen your relationship with GodLinks & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:* Easy to Understand, Read Bible on Audible: https://www.audible.com/author/Dan-Parr/B0C9H1C21Q* Stream the EUR Bible 24/7: [https://www.mytunerradio.com](https://www.mytunerradio.com) (search “Holy Bible Easy to Understand Read Version”)* Dan's voiceover website: [https://parrdanmevoices.com](https://parrdanmevoices.com)Whether you're a lifelong Bible reader or just beginning, this episode offers inspiration, practical insights, and a fresh way to experience God's Word.Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org. What part of this episode hit home for you? Comment below or email us: we would love to hear from you!Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Laurette Willis, a cognitive-behavioral therapist, international speaker, and founder of PraiseMoves®, the Christian alternative to yoga, and the Faith-Fueled Transformation Movement.Dr. Willis shares her powerful journey from New Age practices to a Christ-centered approach to healing, along with insights from neuroscience, faith, and counseling. We talk about renewing the mind, breaking unhealthy patterns without relying on willpower alone, and what true transformation looks like when faith is at the center of our physical, emotional, and spiritual lives.If you're wrestling with weight, habits, spiritual confusion, or simply longing for deeper freedom and alignment with God, this conversation offers both hope and practical wisdom.

Laura Silverman's life changed overnight. At 30, she landed her dream job as a federal prosecutor—only to fall mysteriously ill her second week. What followed was 8 years (and counting) of being mostly bedridden with a rare neurological disorder that makes the world constantly spin around her.But that's not where her story ends.In this powerful conversation, Laura shares how she found a theology of suffering that actually works, fell in love with a dying man who taught her about grace, and discovered that sometimes God's greatest gifts come wrapped in our deepest pain.In This Episode:-The moment Laura had to resign from her dream job without ever working it-Why acceptance isn't giving up—it's a form of faith-How suffering changes the entire church community, not just the sufferer-Laura's unexpected love story with Matt, her youth pastor with terminal cancer-Wrestling with bitterness after losing her husband one year into marriage-The discipline that comes when we cross a line with God-Why "dying to self" became the doctrine that set her free-Genesis 50:20 vision: How God means for good what others mean for evilKey Moments:-Being honest with God vs. staying offended-The "Holy Spirit texts" that kept coming at the right time-Why suffering is never a private matter-Filling up what is left of Christ's sufferings-When God called her to write a memoir (now a #1 Amazon bestseller) Laura's book "Singing Through Fire" is available now on Amazon. https://books2read.com/singingthroughfireResources Mentioned:-The Chosen (scene: "Lord, why haven't you healed me?")-Joni Eareckson Tada-Genesis 50:20-2 Corinthians 4:17-Lamentations 3If you're walking through chronic illness, grief, or wondering where God is in your suffering, this conversation offers hard-won wisdom from someone still in the fire.#ChronicIllness #Suffering #Faith #Grief #ChristianTestimony #Theology #HopeThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org. What part of this episode hit home for you? Comment below or email us: we would love to hear from you!Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

Comparison is one of the enemy's most subtle and destructive weapons against believers—and most of us don't even realize how deeply it affects us. In this powerful conversation, Michael Miller shares the dramatic moment God woke him in the night with these words: "Comparison is killing my people, just like it killed me." What followed was a deep dive into Scripture that revealed comparison as the driving force behind some of the Bible's greatest tragedies—from Cain's murder of Abel to Saul's downfall to the Pharisees' envy that led to Jesus' crucifixion.In this episode, we discuss:-How comparison drove the crucifixion of Jesus (Matthew 27)-The devastating impact of "brother culture" vs. the freedom of "father culture"-Why King Saul's insecurity cost him everything-Peter's struggle with proving his worth and Jesus' restoration at the fire of coals-The danger of social media and comparing our messy reality to others' highlight reels-How to recognize pride and insecurity as the two trenches comparison leads us into-The antidote to envy: practicing thanksgiving for others' blessings-Why faithfulness matters more than success-How to discover and embrace this truth: "You make a good you"KEY SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:-2 Corinthians 10:12 - "When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they are without understanding"-James 3:14-16 - "Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing"-Matthew 18:5 - Receiving the wounded child within-John 21 - Jesus restores Peter at the fire of coalsWhether you're struggling with insecurity, constantly measuring yourself against others, or trying to wear someone else's armor instead of being authentically you—this message will set you free.ABOUT MICHAEL MILLER:Michael Miller is the founder and senior leader of Upper Room Dallas, a global prayer and worship movement that began in April 2010 in a small office space overlooking downtown Dallas. His authentic, raw teaching style and prophetic insight have impacted thousands around the world.CONNECT WITH MICHAEL:Instagram: @freelandmillerUpper Room Dallas: @upperroomdallasWeekly Sermons: Upper Room Dallas PodcastThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org. What part of this episode hit home for you? Comment below or email us: we would love to hear from you!Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

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Dr. Albert Bramante is a seasoned college professor with more than two decades of experience teaching psychology and human development. Before academia, he spent many years as a talent agent, gaining deep insight into human behavior, performance, and motivation. Today, he works as a performance mindset coach, blending psychological science with tools to help people build resilience, overcome limiting patterns, and step into their true identity. He joins us from New Jersey, just outside New York City.In this inspiring episode, Albert Bramante shares his journey as a Christian therapist helping people navigate anxiety, relationships, burnout, and spiritual disconnection in a fast-moving world. Albert opens up about the intersection of faith, mental health, and emotional resilience, offering a grounded and deeply practical perspective that blends clinical wisdom with Christian conviction.From the pressures families face in Dallas to the spiritual wounds many believers carry, Albert brings clarity to questions Christians often wrestle with:-What does healthy, Christ-centered emotional life look like?-How do we tell the difference between spiritual struggle and mental-health struggle?-How do we handle anger, anxiety, shame, and relational conflict in a biblical, therapeutic way?-What does real healing require — community, confession, therapy, or all three?Albert's calm, thoughtful approach gives listeners a hopeful vision for growth: one rooted in grace, emotional honesty, self-awareness, and the transforming presence of God. This conversation is rich with practical tools for anyone seeking wholeness. A must-listen for Christians pursuing spiritual maturity, emotional health, or relational wisdom.

In this powerful episode, Mark sits down with Wendy Gunn—best-selling author, keynote speaker, and empowerment coach—to discuss finding your purpose and calling, especially through life's trials.Wendy shares her incredible testimony of surviving ovarian cancer through miraculous healing, and how that experience transformed her life. She reveals how God used her darkest season to prepare her for her greatest achievements—all after age 60! From losing 100+ pounds to building a thriving online business with 12,000+ email subscribers, Wendy proves it's never too late to pursue God's calling.Key Topics:• Distinguishing between personal ambition and God's calling• How trials and failures shape your purpose• Overcoming comparison, perfectionism, and people-pleasing• Practical strategies for taking thoughts captive• Why surrender and childlike dependence unlock breakthroughWendy's mission: "Tell your story for God's glory."Connect with Wendy:

Tom Snow is a retired software engineer, author, and cancer survivor from Greenville, South Carolina. After experiencing miraculous healing from terminal cancer at age 16, he has spent 55 years walking with God. He wrote "The Daily Stand" and "Set the Captives Free" to help believers deepen their relationship with God.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Healey Ikerd, LPC and LMFT, who practices counseling in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and hosts the "Healthy and Redeemed" podcast. Healy shares powerful insights from her children's book "The Red Ball: A Story of Friendship and Forgiveness," inspired by her mother's experience growing up in East Germany. In this episode, we explore how unforgiveness doesn't just hurt our relationships—it literally affects our brain and body. Healey offers practical, faith-based tools for overcoming anxiety, including breath prayers, biblical meditation, and the art of taking every thought captive. Whether you're struggling with worry, holding onto resentment, or helping your children navigate difficult emotions, this conversation provides actionable strategies grounded in both neuroscience and Scripture. Discover why forgiveness is less about what others deserve and more about becoming who God created you to be.Healey has a lot of Free Resources on her website including relaxation techniques, ways to handle anxiety, forgiveness and more.https://writtenbyhealey.comHealey's Podcast: Healthy and RedeemedHealey's Book: The Red Ball: A Story of Friendship and ForgivenessThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

Welcome to the Scottish Watches Podcast Episode 723! This episode of the Scottish Watches Podcast shifts gears from pure horology to extreme velocity. Recorded from the Peninsula Hotel's Napier Room,... The post Scottish Watches Podcast #723 : The Fastest Humans on Earth – 4 World Record Holders Talk Time and Speed Over Distance appeared first on Scottish Watches.

Join us on the SoulSense Podcast as we sit down with Caroline Watson-Kobylinski, a Licensed Professional Counselor and trauma specialist, to explore the profound intersection of faith, attachment theory, and the science of trauma healing. Caroline shares her personal journey from church hurt and trauma to becoming a compassionate healer who helps others find freedom and wholeness.In this powerful conversation, Caroline opens up about her own struggles with bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and church-related trauma that derailed her faith for a decade. She discusses how God redeemed her story and led her to specialize in trauma therapy, particularly focusing on attachment theory and the neuroscience of trauma.Key topics covered:-Understanding attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized)-The biology of trauma and how it's stored in our bodies-Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses explained-EMDR and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) as powerful healing modalities-The connection between emotional trauma and physical symptoms-How biblical principles align with trauma recovery-The importance of finding trauma-trained therapistsCaroline emphasizes that healing is possible through the unconditional love of Christ and evidence-based therapeutic approaches that honor how God designed our brains and bodies.Connect with Caroline:Website: cwkcounseling.comInstagram/TikTok: @bruisedbananacounselingThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

Dr. Angela Deulen is a professor of psychology at California Baptist University, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Christian author, and creator of educational content on her YouTube channel. In this episode, Dr. Deulen explores the fascinating intersection of interpersonal neurobiology and Christian faith, breaking down how our brains are literally wired for connection and how that connection directly impacts our spiritual growth and sanctification. She explains the neuroscience behind key biblical concepts—from how prayer and gratitude reshape our neural pathways to why forgiveness is essential not just spiritually but for our long-term brain health. Whether you're interested in understanding why certain spiritual disciplines work, how to help others regulate their nervous systems, or the surprising neurobiological reasons why community matters so deeply to our faith, this conversation offers both scientific insight and practical wisdom for transforming how you think, pray, and live.https://www.angeladeulen.com/Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

In this episode of Soul Sense from Samaritan's Well, Mark interviews Frank Healy, a Licensed Professional Counselor and life coach with over 40 years of experience who possesses the extraordinary ability to remember every single day of his life from age six to present—nearly 60 years of daily memories. Frank shares how this rare condition led him to develop specialized techniques for healing traumatic memories and releasing negative emotions, which he's documented in over 20 books including "Heal Your Memories, Change Your Life." Through personal stories and practical insights, Frank explains his "train metaphor" (thought factory, emotion junction, action city), the power of reframing beliefs, and why forgiveness—including self-forgiveness—is essential for moving forward. He emphasizes that while we can't change the past, we have the power to change how we relate to our memories and that dwelling on regret only reinforces negative patterns. You can find Frank's books on Amazon or visit his website at HealysHealing.com for more resources on emotional healing and personal transformation.Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

Today's guest, Dr. Amanda McNeil, brings a remarkable combination of academic excellence and hard-won personal experience to the conversation about grief, loss, and healing. With a BA in Psychology from Southeastern University, an MA in Christian Counseling, and a Doctorate in Psychology and Theology from Heritage University and Seminary, Amanda has devoted over a decade to helping others navigate life's darkest seasons. She serves as an ordained Associate Pastor at City of Life Church in Orlando, Florida, where she was ordained in 2012, and is a Licensed Pastoral Counselor and Temperament Counselor with the NCCA. As a Certified SYMBIS Facilitator, she has guided hundreds of couples through premarital counseling over the past fourteen years, helping marriages thrive through healthy communication and intimacy.But Amanda's credentials only tell part of her story. As a young teenager, she experienced devastating family tragedy when her father died unexpectedly, and it was this profound loss that ignited her passion for helping others find hope amid heartbreak. Together with her husband Justin and their miracle son, Amanda has overcome the challenges of blended family dynamics, personal tragedy, grief, and infertility—experiences that give her an authentic, authoritative voice of hope. Her latest book, Overcoming the Overcast: Navigating the Storms of Grief with God, is a love letter born from these experiences, offering practical wisdom, theological depth, and the reassurance that the Son of God is always shining, even when we cannot see or feel Him through the clouds.Due to a video issue, only Mark's audio is available in this episode.Amanda McNeil's Website:https://www.amandacmcneil.comFree First Chapter of "Overcoming the Overcast":https://www.amandacmcneil.com/freeAdditional Resources Mentioned:- Book: Overcoming the Overcast: Navigating the Storms of Grief with God- Church: City of Life Church, Orlando, FLThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

What happens when life delivers not one, but two devastating blows that leave you bedridden and questioning everything you thought you knew about God's goodness? Today's guest, Darci Steiner, knows this journey intimately. An author, inspirational speaker, and nutritionist, Darci faced her first major disability in 2001 after a life-threatening fall down the stairs that left her unable to walk or care for her young children. Just as she rebuilt her life—earning her Master's degree in Holistic Nutrition while bedridden and eventually experiencing complete healing—a second injury in 2018 brought her back to square one. But rather than break her, these twin trials became the foundation for profound spiritual growth and her award-winning book, "Beauty Beyond the Thorns: Discovering Gifts in Suffering." In today's conversation, Darci shares how she learned to differentiate between treating God like a genie in a bottle versus developing genuine trust, the practical steps that built her resilience five minutes at a time, and why she believes suffering can be a treasure hunt that draws us closer to God's heart. Her story is a masterclass in turning pain outward and finding purpose beyond our circumstances.Beauty Beyond the Thorns: Discovering Gifts in SufferingAmazon.comhttps://www.amazon.com › Beauty-Beyond-Thorns-Dis...Email Darci for speaking engagements: darci@darcijsteiner.comhttps://www.darcijsteiner.comDue to a video issue, only Mark's audio is available in this episode.Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with the latest. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

In this episode, life coach and author Jonathan Aslay shares his powerful journey of moving through grief, loss, and personal transformation to rediscover love and purpose. Once a successful corporate professional, Jonathan's life was shaken by divorce, financial collapse, and the heartbreaking loss of his teenage son. Rather than being defined by despair, he chose to channel his pain into healing and growth, ultimately writing What the Heck is Self-Love Anyway? and dedicating his work to helping others navigate relationships after 40. Through his story, Jonathan offers profound insights on the importance of self-love, building relationships on friendship and intentionality, and choosing love daily—even in the face of life's deepest challenges.https://www.jonathonaslay.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDOXs_34FF93o66Z-S0py1gDue to a video issue, only Mark's audio is available in this episode.Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

Chaya Garcia is a relationship expert from Atlanta who helps single, high-achieving women attract lasting love through a two-part approach: teaching self-love (forgiveness, acceptance, and boundaries) and identifying healthy versus unhealthy behaviors in men during dating. Her core philosophy is that "what we attract is not what we want, but who we are," emphasizing that without self-love, women are drawn to familiar but unhealthy relationship patterns that feel like chemistry but are actually trauma bonds. Through her coaching programs, she helps women break destructive dating cycles and recognize red flags like narcissism early in the dating process.Learn more at connectwithchaya.comDue to a video issue, only Mark's audio is available in this episode.Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

In this episode, we interview Jennisue Jessen, founder and CEO of Compass 31, an international counter-trafficking organization that has impacted over 240,000 individuals across 43 countries in its 14-year history. Jennisue was commercially sexually exploited from age 4 until 17, when God provided for her rescue and escape the day after a failed suicide attempt. Beyond her impressive organizational achievements and her time on the Presidential Advisory Council on Human Trafficking, Jennisue carries a testimony that speaks to the deepest places of human pain and the incredible power of divine redemption. Her work at Compass 31 is inspired by Jesus, who continues to set captives free, and it is His love that drives her fight for justice.To learn more about Jennisue, visit:https://www.facebook.com/jenni.jessenhttps://compass31.orgThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

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Oscar Trimboli, renowned listening expert and author, returns with transformative insights from his unique journey of coding listening behaviors into software. Inspired by personal experiences with his father's stroke recovery and extensive research within organizational teams, Oscar reveals how technology and conscious facilitation can dramatically improve listening dynamics, reduce meeting time, and foster authentic participation. In this episode of the listening SUPERPOWER podcast with host Raquel Ark and discover how simple shifts—like asking shorter, clarifying questions and enabling everyone's voice to be heard—can overhaul team communication and unlock untapped commercial and human potential. Learn why “the hardest listening role is the speaker,” how pre-meeting listening can boost confidence, and how vivid metaphors can make your message unforgettable. Whether you lead meetings, manage teams, or want to deepen your listening practice, Oscar provides practical tools and data-driven strategies to elevate your communication for lasting impact.  On taking action: "The difference between hearing and listening is action." -- Oscar Trimboli   SUPERPOWER Notes: 02:00 — Stroke recovery communication breakthrough—Oscar's father's stroke taught him “you can communicate very effectively with somebody who can't speak” using hand squeezes and positioning techniques that forced medical staff to engage the patient directly 04:42 — Taking responsibility through direct engagement: Moving close to his father's face so medical professionals had to “look at him when they ask a question” helped his father “take responsibility for his recovery” 08:30 – From Microsoft vision to reality: Fifteen years after his boss said “if you could code how you listen, you could change the world,” Oscar now uses AI to analyze meeting dynamics and participation patterns 12:15 –The 80% share of voice problem: Data revealed few participants dominated 80% of speaking time until a different facilitator in week six dramatically increased participation and meeting effectiveness 18:20 – Halving meeting time through inclusion: Better facilitation that included everyone reduced meetings from “90 minutes weekly” to “45 minutes fortnightly” because “people feel heard and get buy-in” 22:45 – Eight words or less rule: Questions of “eight words or less had higher impact” and create “collective understanding” rather than individual comprehension 25:30 –The three-question test: Before asking: “write it down, count words, then ask: is this for me, them, or the group?” Group questions have highest impact 28:15 – Clarifying questions transform meetings:Only “one or two participants” ask clarifying questions consistently, but their presence helps “questions get better and meetings get shorter” 35:45 – Listen before the meeting: Contact executive assistants beforehand to understand question patterns and presentation preferences for high-stakes meetings 42:20 – Metaphors beat numbers:Use compelling metaphors like “budget as jazz band” because “they remember the metaphor before the numbers” 50:30 – The quiet CFO's transformation: A shy CFO's single word “snake” (about shedding old systems) helped transform company growth from 32% to 170% when leadership finally listened Key Takeaways: On the universal listening gap: "We are not good listeners just because we need to be." -- Oscar Trimboli On the speaker's challenge: "The hardest listening role is the person currently speaking." -- Oscar Trimboli On meeting effectiveness: "If you want fewer meetings and shorter ones, when you do have them, focus on inclusive facilitation that ensures everyone is heard.” -- Oscar Trimboli On organizational potential: "My question to you listening is who are you ignoring in your organization that is holding you back from massive untapped potential commercially and human potential as well?" -- Oscar Trimboli On taking action: "The difference between hearing and listening is action." -- Oscar Trimboli Notes/Mentions: Listening Quiz: listeningquiz.com - Discover what gets in your way of listening effectively (35,000+ people have taken it) Tools mentioned: TalkTime and EqualTime (meeting analytics add-ons) Google Meets, Zoom, Microsoft Teams listening add-ons Equal Time (Munich-based company for gender and participation analytics) Books referenced: "What Doctors Say and What Patients Hear" by Dr. Danielle Offrey Oscar's third book on listening (influenced by his father's stroke experience) Listening measurement tools: Talk-to-listen ratios, question analysis, clarifying question tracking, curiosity index Connect with Oscar Trimboli  www.oscartrimboli.com LinkedIn Deep Listening: Impact Beyond Words   Connect with Raquel Ark: www.listeningalchemy.com Mobile: + 491732340722 contact@listeningalchemy.com LinkedIn Substack listening ALCHEMY newsletter Podcast email: listeningsuperpower@gmail.com  

This episode we have on Larry Bilotta - Author, marriage coach, and teacher from Milwaukee, Wisconsin with 40 years of experience in the area. Bilotta argues that even when a wife seems to have completely changed or checked out, one dedicated spouse can still save the marriage by understanding the root causes (childhood trauma) and learning specific tools to manage the emotional environment.Key Concepts Discussed:The "Chaos to Purpose Scale" (0-10) based on childhood experiences"Hard-natured women" vs "soft-hearted men" relationship dynamics"Buckers" - successful people who hide childhood trauma until they "crack" (typically around 27 years of marriage)The "care and feeding of a chaos kid" approach to loving difficult spousesThe "Energy Train" concept - how emotions and thoughts affect your partner invisiblyHis "Environment Changer" course that teaches men to become "bulletproof" against negativity while still loving their wivesYouCanSaveThisMarriage.comBook: "This Is Not The Woman I Married" Thanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like, subscribe, and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

There is a slight change to the content of CheapShow this week as Paul & Eli decide to wade into the unfamiliar waters of technology. It's an episode that begins by enjoying the joys of the past and ends with a lament as to it's embarrassing secrets. Gannon is trying to make “Tech Talk” a new feature on the podcast and begins his crusade by pitching two retro gaming consoles to Eli. One is a reasonably expensive well-known brand, and the other is a surprisingly cheap knock off, but which will come out as the champ? And keeping on the tech talk theme, Paul decides to extol the virtues of a long dead audio format… The Minidisc! The Cheap Chaps go on a whistle stop tour of the medium, with all its pros and cons, but the episode ends with an embarrassing/adorable reveal. It seems Paul has found a minidisc with his 17 year old self on it! What is on the disc? Why don't you listen and find out! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-448-tech-talk-time SEE US LIVE: Oct 18th @ The Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival 2.30pm, London https://cheerfulearful.podlifeevents.com/festival/cheapshow---live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-18th-oct-2025-tickets Watch Our 10th Birthday YouTube Live Stream! https://youtube.com/live/Z18i8M3Eqac?feature=share And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com For all other information, please visit: www.thecheapshow.co.uk Like, Review, Share, Comment... LOVE US! MERCH Official CheapShow Magazine Shop: www.cheapmag.shop Send Us Stuff: CheapShow PO BOX 1309 Harrow HA1 9QJ

In this podcast, we interview Leah Chrest, a teacher, mom, and author of It's Okay to Be Okay and At The End of The Jordan.thecontemplativechristian.comThanks for joining us for this podcast! If you benefited from this video, please like it and send it to a friend who might enjoy it. For more information on counseling, resources, workshops, newsletters, and more, go to samaritanswell.com​. You can also email us questions to cover on the podcast at info@samaritanswell.org.Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcNever miss an episode of our podcast! Subscribe now and stay updated with our latest teachings. We also value your feedback, so please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlightLicense code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-needLicense code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT

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Representative Eric Emery joins Ethics Talk to discuss how rural EMS workers manage time as a critical resource and how legislative policy can help direct resources toward improving rural EMS service.  Recorded April 18, 2025.   Read the full July 2025 issue of the Journal, Rural US Emergency Medical Services, at JournalOfEthics.org.

Here's a question that'll make your head spin: What do you do when your top performer is crushing quota but not hitting a required talk time KPI? That's the question posed by Josh Robich and Josh Nelson from Nashville. Josh Nelson ranked 18th out of 130 reps in his first full year at a new company, but he was consistently falling short of the company's sacred talk time metric of 3 hours per day, averaging only 2.5 hours instead. Meanwhile, his company is obsessed with using talk time as its primary KPI to measure sales effectiveness. If you're shaking your head right now, you're not alone. Obsessing over the talk time KPI rather than actual sales outcomes is one of the most backward approaches to sales management I see today, and it's costing companies their best talent. The Moneyball Problem: When Metrics Become Religion Remember the movie Moneyball? Billy Beane revolutionized baseball by focusing on on-base percentage instead of traditional stats that looked impressive but didn't correlate with winning games. He found a metric that predicted success. Talk time is the opposite of Moneyball. It's a vanity metric that makes leaders feel like they're managing performance when all they are really doing is measuring noise. Here's the brutal truth: Talk time means absolutely nothing if it doesn't drive revenue. It means nothing if the conversations are shallow, non-productive, or a poor buying experience. You can have reps talking for 4 hours a day who are dead last on your ranking report, while someone like Josh is closing deals left and right with only 2.5 hours of phone time. Which one would you rather have on your team? Why Talk Time Is a Lazy Leader's Crutch The reason companies fixate on vanity metrics like talk time is because it's easy. It requires zero investment in actual coaching, observation, or skill development. Think about it: It's much easier to look at a dashboard and say, "You need to talk more," than it is to actually listen to calls, analyze technique, and provide meaningful feedback on discovery questions, objection handling, or closing skills. But here's what happens when you manage this way: You drive away your best performers and enable your worst ones. Your top performers get frustrated because they're being penalized for efficiency. Your bottom performers get comfortable because they can hit their talk time numbers while producing nothing of value. What Actually Matters: KPIs That Move the Needle Instead of obsessing over how long reps are talking, and other vanity KPIs, smart sales leaders focus on outcome-driven metrics that actually correlate with sales performance and closing deals. First-Time Appointments How many new conversations is each rep having? In sales, FTAs are your Moneyball. If a rep isn't setting enough first-time appointments, they are sub-optimizing their sales potential. Next Step Conversion Rates What percentage of first-time appointments convert to second appointments? This tells you everything about relationship building, discovery skills, and value articulation. If Josh is converting at a higher rate with less talk time, he's simply more effective per conversation. Show Rates How many scheduled appointments actually happen? This reveals qualification skills, the ability to create urgency and commitment, and the quality of prospecting conversations. Pipeline Velocity How quickly are deals moving through your sales process? This shows you who's truly building momentum versus who's just having long conversations that stall deals in the pipeline. Revenue Per Hour The ultimate sales efficiency KPI is who is generating the most revenue per hour of phone time. Stop Obsessing Over the KPI and Start Coaching When you shift your focus to outcome metrics, everything changes. Instead of telling reps to "talk more," you can provide specific, actionable coaching: For the rep who has great first-time appointment numbers but poor conversion rates:...

Here's a question that'll make your head spin: What do you do when your top performer is crushing quota but not hitting a required talk time KPI? That's the question posed by Josh Robich and Josh Nelson from Nashville. Josh Nelson ranked 18th out of 130 reps in his first full year at a new company, but he was consistently falling short of the company's sacred talk time metric of 3 hours per day, averaging only 2.5 hours instead. Meanwhile, his company is obsessed with using talk time as its primary KPI to measure sales effectiveness. If you're shaking your head right now, you're not alone. Obsessing over the talk time KPI rather than actual sales outcomes is one of the most backward approaches to sales management I see today, and it's costing companies their best talent. The Moneyball Problem: When Metrics Become Religion Remember the movie Moneyball? Billy Beane revolutionized baseball by focusing on on-base percentage instead of traditional stats that looked impressive but didn't correlate with winning games. He found a metric that predicted success. Talk time is the opposite of Moneyball. It's a vanity metric that makes leaders feel like they're managing performance when all they are really doing is measuring noise. Here's the brutal truth: Talk time means absolutely nothing if it doesn't drive revenue. It means nothing if the conversations are shallow, non-productive, or a poor buying experience. You can have reps talking for 4 hours a day who are dead last on your ranking report, while someone like Josh is closing deals left and right with only 2.5 hours of phone time. Which one would you rather have on your team? Why Talk Time Is a Lazy Leader's Crutch The reason companies fixate on vanity metrics like talk time is because it's easy. It requires zero investment in actual coaching, observation, or skill development. Think about it: It's much easier to look at a dashboard and say, "You need to talk more," than it is to actually listen to calls, analyze technique, and provide meaningful feedback on discovery questions, objection handling, or closing skills. But here's what happens when you manage this way: You drive away your best performers and enable your worst ones. Your top performers get frustrated because they're being penalized for efficiency. Your bottom performers get comfortable because they can hit their talk time numbers while producing nothing of value. What Actually Matters: KPIs That Move the Needle Instead of obsessing over how long reps are talking, and other vanity KPIs, smart sales leaders focus on outcome-driven metrics that actually correlate with sales performance and closing deals. First-Time Appointments How many new conversations is each rep having? In sales, FTAs are your Moneyball. If a rep isn't setting enough first-time appointments, they are sub-optimizing their sales potential. Next Step Conversion Rates What percentage of first-time appointments convert to second appointments? This tells you everything about relationship building, discovery skills, and value articulation. If Josh is converting at a higher rate with less talk time, he's simply more effective per conversation. Show Rates How many scheduled appointments actually happen? This reveals qualification skills, the ability to create urgency and commitment, and the quality of prospecting conversations. Pipeline Velocity How quickly are deals moving through your sales process? This shows you who's truly building momentum versus who's just having long conversations that stall deals in the pipeline. Revenue Per Hour The ultimate sales efficiency KPI is who is generating the most revenue per hour of phone time. Stop Obsessing Over the KPI and Start Coaching When you shift your focus to outcome metrics, everything changes. Instead of telling reps to "talk more," you can provide specific, actionable coaching: For the rep who has great first-time appointment numbers but poor conversion rates: Focus on discovery questions, relationship building, and value articulation. For the rep with high talk time but low revenue: They're probably becoming friends instead of salespeople. Coach them on advancing the sale and creating urgency. For the efficient closer like Josh: Analyze their process and see where small improvements could yield massive results. Maybe 10 more minutes per call to deepen discovery could move them from 18th to No. 1. The Process Makes the Difference Here's what I loved about Josh's situation: His mentor noted that Josh "literally follows the script" and holds up the paper saying, "It says it right here, so I do it." That's the power of a repeatable, proven process. While other reps with more talk time were struggling because they didn't follow the system, Josh was winning because he had the discipline to execute consistently. This is pure Fanatical Prospecting in action: Success isn't about working harder or longer—it's about working the system with precision and discipline. The Balance Between Quality and Quantity Don't misunderstand me—quality conversations absolutely matter. You don't want reps burning through leads with transactional, 2-minute calls. But you also can't let "quality" become an excuse for inefficiency. The sweet spot is having enough conversations to fill your pipeline while making each conversation count. Use talk time as one data point among many, not as your primary success metric. If someone has extremely low talk time (say, 1 hour per day) and poor conversion rates, they're probably rushing through calls. If someone has extremely high talk time but poor results, they're probably avoiding the hard parts of selling—like asking for the appointment or creating urgency. Your Action Plan: Making the Shift If you're a sales leader: Audit your current metrics. What are you measuring, and does it correlate with revenue? Implement outcome-based KPIs. Track first-time appointments, conversion rates, and show rates alongside talk time. Invest in call coaching. Listen to your reps' calls and provide specific feedback on technique, not just effort. Stop penalizing efficiency. If someone is hitting their numbers with less talk time, study their process instead of criticizing their hours. If you're a sales rep: Self-coach relentlessly. Track your own ratios and identify where small improvements could yield big results. Follow your process religiously. Like Josh, have the discipline to execute your proven system consistently. Focus on effectiveness, not activity. Your job isn't to clock hours—it's to move deals forward with purpose. The Bottom Line Stop being a slave to lazy metrics. Talk time might feel like objective measurement, but it's actually just noise disguised as data. The best sales organizations measure what matters: conversations that convert, relationships that advance, and revenue that compounds. That's how you build a championship sales team. That's how you develop elite performers. And that's how you stop losing your best people to companies that understand what really drives results. Learn how to boost performance and retain top talent with practical strength-based coaching strategies.

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