Podcasts about Thrive

If you or someone you love is navigating chronic illness inside a relationship, this episode is for you. And even if you're not personally facing a health challenge right now, this conversation matters because at some point, almost every relationship will encounter stress, illness, aging, loss, or caregiving in some form. The question is not whether challenges will come — it's how we learn to face them together while protecting the relationship itself.

How can leaders turn uncertainty, which can feel like fear, into an opportunity for growth? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Dr. Rebecca Homkes to explore why volatile times require a different approach to strategy. Rebecca explains that uncertainty is not automatically bad; it is simply a set of future events that may or may not occur. Leaders have a responsibility to help their teams reframe it as a chance to learn and grow faster. Kevin and Rebecca discuss why traditional strategy tools often assume too much certainty, how language and meeting rhythms can unintentionally push teams into protection mode, and why asking "has the situation changed?" is more useful than simply asking whether we are on track. They also explore the importance of moving from survival mode to reset mode, clarifying your right to win, and recognizing that a growth mandate is also a change mandate.   Listen For 00:00 Why we hit reset to thrive in uncertain times 01:46 Meet Dr. Rebecca Homkes 03:08 Why she wrote Survive, Reset, Thrive 04:52 The big idea: uncertainty is a time to grow 05:49 What strategy is — and what never changes 08:03 Why "uncertain" doesn't have to mean "bad" 11:58 Learning velocity: the #1 differentiator 14:10 Two types of uncertainty and the paralysis trap 16:20 Planning vs. preparing 19:29 The reset: a growth mandate is a change mandate 21:00 Parallel pathing: execute while you build 23:23 Where to start 24:44 Hard resets — Starbucks, Nike, Disney 26:15 What Rebecca's reading 28:03 Where to learn more and get the book 28:38 "Now what?" — the question that matters Rebecca's Story: Dr. Rebecca Homkes is the author of Survive, Reset, Thrive: Leading Breakthrough Growth Strategy in Volatile Times. She is a high-growth strategy specialist and the founder of a boutique consultancy firm, advising CEOs and executive teams focused on growth and success through uncertainty. She is a faculty member at Duke Corporate Executive Education, Lecturer at the London Business School (LBS) Executive Education, Advisor and Faculty at BCGU (Boston Consulting Group), and previous Fellow at the London School of Economics (LSE)'s Centre for Economic Performance. Dr. Homkes is also the director of the Young President's Organization (YPO) global Active Learning Program (ALP); a former partner with GrowthX, a Silicon Valley investment ecosystem and innovation consultancy; and the faculty lead of fintech scaleup accelerators. http://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-homkes Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team. Email Us   Book Recommendations Survive Reset Thrive — Rebecca Homkes Flexible Leadership — Kevin Eikenberry 1929 — Andrew Ross Sorkin Like this? The Human Side of Innovation with Mauro Porcini This is Strategy with Seth Godin Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes    Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group  

Summer brings more than sunshine and vacations—it brings change. Whether your child is heading to camp, navigating more freedom with friends, learning new responsibilities, or preparing for college, summer often reminds us of a truth that's easy to avoid during the busy school year: our children are growing up. In this special summer conversation, Hunter Clarke-Fields and Chris Willard explore how mindfulness can help parents navigate transitions with greater ease, courage, and trust. They discuss why letting go can feel so difficult, how overprotection can unintentionally undermine children's confidence, and what research says about raising capable, resilient kids. Together, they dive into the parenting paradox: our job is to build strong attachment, but our goal is eventual independence. In this episode you'll learn: Why transitions feel difficult for both children and parents How mindfulness helps us navigate uncertainty and change The surprising science behind autonomy, competence, and connection How to support independence without sacrificing safety Why boredom is often the gateway to creativity and resilience Practical ways kids can become contributors at home How to handle homesickness, separation, and mixed emotions Why summer is the perfect season to practice flexibility The difference between healthy guidance and controlling behavior How simple family rhythms can create calm during less structured months Plus, Hunter and Chris discuss summer routines, family vacations, camp jitters, teenage freedom, and the often-unspoken grief parents experience as children grow more independent. Because raising confident kids isn't about holding on tighter—it's about learning when and how to let go. Resources Mentioned Self-Determination Theory (Edward Deci & Richard Ryan) Maria Montessori's work on independence and competence Mindfulness practices for parenting through transitions Have you ever struggled with letting go as your child grows? Share this episode with a parent who could use a little support this summer. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter's books, blog posts, free resources, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MindfulMamaMentor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to redefine commitment in relationships, especially in midlife and beyond. My guests, Dr. Dana McNeil, PsyD, LMFT and Jeffrey Young are partners in life and work. They specialize in working with modern relationships, helping individuals and couples navigate connection, commitment, and emotional safety in today's dating landscape.In this episode:Why it's important to redefine commitment in today's modern relationshipsWhat tends to go off course in relationships when there aren't clear definitions of commitmentSome early signs people often miss that a relationship is going off courseHow to rebuild trust when people don't follow through on commitmentsHow to find out early on in dating if you're compatibleFollow Jeffrey and Dana:Websites: www.sdrelationshipplace.com  and www.danamcneil.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDanaMcNeil IG: @sdrelationshipplace and @drdanamcneil►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio or Spotify https://tinyurl.com/lfdradio ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, apply for a complimentary 30-minute breakthrough session with me https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Free Facebook for women https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate ►Get my books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook , Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Apply for FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►Submit your dating dilemma to be answered on my podcast https://tinyurl.com/datingdilemma ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/ ► TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@lastfirstdate1 ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate  

What happens when a therapist who has spent years working with autistic individuals suddenly becomes the parent of an autistic child? In this episode Will talks with Damon Bryan, co-founder of Autism Outdoors Utah, about how his son's autism diagnosis transformed both his personal life and his clinical perspective. Damon shares his journey from outdoor and residential mental health programs to creating a nonprofit that helps autistic individuals and their families experience the outdoors through hiking, rafting, paddleboarding, family retreats, and community events. Together, Will and Damon explore what it means to provide autism-affirming care, why traditional mental health services often overlook the importance of community and family connection, and how time in nature can support emotional regulation, confidence, and belonging. Whether you're a parent raising an autistic child, a mental health professional, educator, occupational therapist, or someone interested in outdoor therapy and neurodiversity, this conversation offers practical insights and an inspiring vision for how nature can become a powerful partner in supporting autistic individuals and the families who love them. Check out Autism Outdoors Utah Website. This podcast is supported by White Mountain Adventure Institute (wmai.org), offering adventure inspired retreats and coaching facilitated by Will White.   

Send us Fan MailWe're living through the fastest technological acceleration in human history.Every week brings a new AI model, a new productivity tool, and a new prediction that everything is about to change forever.And yet somehow, most people feel less focused, less certain, and more overwhelmed than ever.In this episode of FUTUREPROOF., I sit down with Fredric Marshall, author of THRIVE: The Antidote to Future Shock, to explore a possibility we don't talk about enough:What if the biggest risk of AI isn't that it replaces humans?What if it's that it exhausts them?Fred has spent decades helping organizations like Apple, Pfizer, and Genentech navigate periods of intense change. His argument is that most organizations aren't suffering from a technology problem. They're suffering from an attention problem.We're surrounded by tools designed to save time, yet nobody seems to have any.We have more information than ever, yet many leaders feel less certain.And we keep calling it a productivity problem when it may actually be a human capacity problem.We discuss: Why "future shock" may be the defining leadership challenge of the AI era  How AI can reduce friction—or quietly create more of it  Why burnout is often a systems problem disguised as a personal one  The hidden cost of constant context switching  Why clarity may become more valuable than speed  How leaders can separate signal from noise  What it actually means to thrive during exponential change Because if every problem gets solved with another app, another dashboard, or another AI assistant...At some point, someone has to manage all those solutions.

Conversation #358:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Kaitlyn Randall, MS, RDN, LD, IFNCPToday's conversation is with Kate Randall,  a registered dietitian and culinary nutritionist who bridges the worlds of classical cooking and integrative medicine. With foundational culinary training and a decade of experience in nutrition and wellness, Kate's work centers on the belief that food is both nourishment and medicine. Her career spans culinary nutrition at Canyon Ranch, functional medicine in private practice, and performance nutrition with athletes and military personnel. Currently, she practices as an integrative and functional medicine dietitian at Thrive and serves as a Medical Specialty Corps Officer in the U.S. Army Reserves. Kate's philosophy blends evidence-based nutrition with the therapeutic potential of whole foods, seasonal ingredients, and cultural food traditions. Drawing on her global perspective and personal exploration of ancient healing practices, she is passionate about empowering others to reconnect to their health through the kitchen.Please enjoy my conversation with Kate. Connect with Kate:LinkedInwww.anneelizabethrd.comCopyright © 2026 AEHC & OPISong: One Of These DaysArtist: The Geminiwww.thegeminimusic.comMusic used by permission. All rights received.© ASCAP OrtmanMusic

Can artificial intelligence help uncover what short medical appointments and isolated symptom checkers often miss?Haresh Patel joins Dr. Michael Haley to explore the mind-body connection, root-cause healthcare, and why a patient's complete life story may contain important clues about chronic illness.Haresh spent 55 years searching for answers to a complex collection of symptoms. His journey included suspected food allergies, chronic urticaria, repeated specialist visits, expensive symptom-suppressing treatments, childhood trauma, unresolved grief, and an unexpected experience that changed the course of his health.The turning point came when practitioners stopped looking only at his current symptoms and began asking about his entire history.In this episode, Haresh explains why medical records, injuries, diet, stress, emotional experiences, major life events, and physical symptoms may need to be examined together rather than separately. He also introduces Sanare Health, an AI-assisted platform designed to help patients organize their histories into practitioner-ready summaries.Sanare Health is not intended to diagnose illness, prescribe treatment, or replace a qualified healthcare professional. Its purpose is to help patients communicate a more complete story and help practitioners recognize patterns that might otherwise remain hidden.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR ABOUT:• Why complex health problems are difficult to understand during brief medical appointments• Haresh's misdiagnosed food allergy and eventual diagnosis of chronic urticaria• The possible connections among stress, grief, emotional patterns, and physical symptoms• Why a chronological health story may reveal patterns that individual tests do not• How AI can help patients organize medical records, symptoms, treatments, and life events• Why asking the right questions is essential when using artificial intelligence• How Sanare Health is designed to support both patients and practitioners• Tinnitus, Diet Coke, candy, and recognizing personal symptom triggers• Why some processing aids and sub-ingredients may not appear on product labels• The value of considering conventional, functional, Ayurvedic, and alternative perspectives• Why Haresh encourages people to become the CEO of their own health• Learning to express grief, laughter, and emotion later in lifeABOUT HARESH PATELHaresh Patel is an entrepreneur, author, and the founder and CEO of Sanare Health. Before entering the healthcare technology space, he spent decades building Silicon Valley technology companies, including Mercatus, a private-markets financial technology platform that was acquired by State Street.His memoir, The Ghost in My Body, documents his decades-long search for health answers, the childhood loss of his mother, and the experiences that inspired his work.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 What symptom checkers may be missing00:42 Haresh Patel's 55-year search for answers04:26 Why chronic symptoms can remain unexplained06:12 The limitations of brief medical appointments09:18 Becoming the CEO of your own health10:08 Misdiagnosed allergies and chronic urticaria13:10 The Ayurvedic doctor who asked different questions15:04 When did your stress first begin?17:32 Childhood bullying, loss, and emotional disconnection18:51 A spiritual explanation for physical symptoms19:58 Traveling to Bodh Gaya23:13 What happened after the ritual23:57 The mental, emotional, and spiritual sides of health26:02 How Sanare Health uses artificial intelligence28:57 The doctor who examined Haresh's whole story30:52 A platform for patients and practitioners34:32 Can AI remain open to alternative healthcare?36:28 Tinnitus and root-cause investigation40:09 Diet Coke, candy, and tinnitus triggers43:10 Using pattern recognition to identify triggers43:32 Hidden ingredients in processed products45:21 Aloe vera, natural health, and supporting the body47:26 The long-term cost of managing chronic disease49:53 Haresh's call to take control of your health52:43 Learning to express emotion, cry, and laugh55:30 Final thoughtsRESOURCESEpisode Show Notes:https://drhaley.com/mind-body-root-cause-ai/Haresh Patel's Website:https://hareshpatel.ai/Sanare Health:https://sanarehealth.ai/The Ghost in My Body by Haresh Patel:https://amzn.to/4uAczTWHaresh Patel on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/hareshpatel/DiagnosticMD on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@mydiagnosticmdHaresh Patel on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mydiagnosticmd/Watch the Video Version:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-aBzGqBSv8Explore Haley Nutrition:https://haleynutrition.com/LISTENER OFFER FOR JUNE 2026Save $20 on a Haley Nutrition purchase of $200 or more with coupon code THRIVE.Visit:https://haleynutrition.com/The offer applies during June 2026 and may be used with sale-priced and already-discounted bundled products.If this episode made you think of someone who has been searching for answers to unexplained symptoms, please share it with them.Subscribe to The Dr. Haley Show for more conversations about natural health, nutrition, gut health, root-cause thinking, emerging healthcare technology, and unconventional ideas that deserve a closer look.MEDICAL DISCLAIMERThis podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. 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Featuring: Judah Thomas, David LaManna, Lenny Salgado, Ben Cossette, Johnny V., Mike McHugh, and James Gowell Edited by: Tim NicholsonIn this episode of Thriving in the Word, we continue The Hall of Faith series and we stop at a man who spent most of his life running — from his brother, from his past, from himself — and still somehow ended up in the Hall of Faith, leaning on a staff at the end of his days, blessing the next generation.We walk through Genesis 25, 27, 28, and 32 and trace it all the way into Hebrews 11:21, where Jacob, by faith, blessed each of Joseph's sons and worshiped as he leaned on top of his staff. The crew goes everywhere — from the "No Fear of God" mentality that marked Jacob's early years, to the night everything changed at Peniel, the wrestling match that left him with a limp and a new name, to the reminder God permanently built into his body that you don't walk away from an encounter with the Living God the same way you came in.Jacob is the deceiver who became Israel. He grabbed his brother's heel in the womb, stole a birthright over a bowl of soup, wore goat skins to trick a blind father, and spent twenty years getting played by his father-in-law. And yet — at the very end of his life, leaning on that staff, hip wrecked and days from death — he crossed his hands over two boys and spoke a blessing rooted not in what he could see, but in what God had promised generations before he was born.That's not clean faith. That's broken, limping, hard-won faith — and it still counted.We talk about what it looks like when God marks you, when the turning point in your life isn't a highlight reel but a dislocated hip and a new name you didn't earn. We talk about what it means to carry the blessing into the next room even when you're barely standing, and why Jacob's limp wasn't a punishment — it was a permanent reminder of who showed up when the fight was over.That leads us into some honest questions: What does the fear of God actually look like when it becomes real in your life — not religious, not routine, but real? What's your Bethel? What's your Peniel? And when you're at the end, will you still be reaching forward, speaking blessing over people who will outlive you?Topics include: Hall of Faith, Hebrews 11, Jacob, Genesis 25, Genesis 27, Genesis 28, Genesis 32, wrestling with God, Peniel, Bethel, Jacob and Esau, Jacob and Israel, name change in the Bible, no fear of God, fear of the Lord, Jacob's hip, faith and suffering, turning point faith, generational blessing, limping faith, broken people in the Bible, what is the fear of God, faith that costs you something, blessing the next generation, hard-won faith, covenant promise, stairway to heaven, God's faithfulness, Christian podcast, Bible teaching, Bible study on Jacob, Hall of Faith series, endurance in faith, wrestling with God in prayer, faith-based living, walking with God, Thriving in the Word.More Info: ⁠⁠https://www.thrive.church⁠⁠ Give: ⁠⁠https://www.thrive.church/give/⁠⁠ Need prayer? ⁠⁠prayer@thrive.church⁠⁠ This is a presentation of Thrive.Church. © All Rights Reserved.

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!MorrowMarriage.com | Disrupting Divorce With The “New” MarriageCass and Kathryn came back from the depths of hell to save their marriage and keep their family together.  Battling narcissism, abuse, reactive abuse, emotional, physical and sexual assault. Listen as they share their lessons, actionable steps and real life examples from even the worst of their story. Unscripted, real, raw and against the grain from society's example of marriage - currently leading to the demise of nearly 78% of all marriages today.Inspiring couples around the world...If they can save their marriage from toxicity, abuse and a sexless marriage - not only survive it all... but THRIVE... what's your excuse?Join Cass & Kathryn as they flip divorce statistics and fulfill their purpose in life.Have your own questions or topics you would like us to cover? Let us know here: https://forms.gle/7R8GBAdmQRkuZ3NFA

Show Summary On today's episode, we're having a conversation with Army Veteran Ramon Salazar, Senior Manager of Learning and Experience Design for PsychArmor, as well as Executive Director for Warriors At Ease, an organization dedicated to empowering the military and veteran community with the tools and knowledge to harness the transformative power of yoga and meditation.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestRamón Salazar is a US Army Veteran with a diverse background in education and wellness. Holding a Master's degree in Education and experience in instructional design, he currently serves as an instructor at the University of Arizona. As an E-RYT 500 (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher that has completed at leased 500 hours of advanced yoga teacher training and logged a minimum of 2,00 hours of teaching experience), Ramón brings a deep understanding of yoga practice, skillfully tailoring his approach to the specific needs of the military community. He incorporates trauma-informed techniques and mindful movement to foster healing and resilience. Ramón also holds various certifications in other wellness areas. His commitment to education and holistic well-being reflects his belief in yoga's power to positively impact individuals and communities.Links Mentioned in this Episode Ramon on PsychArmorWarriors At Ease websitePsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's resource of the week is PsychArmor's online course library, including many courses designed and led by Ramon. PsychArmor offers trusted, expert-led training for anyone who wants to better understand and support service members, Veterans, and their families. Whether you're a health care provider, educator, employer, caregiver, or simply someone who wants to make a difference — these courses are designed for you.You can find the resource here:https://learn.psycharmor.org/collections Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

On paper, Maria Hatzistefanis had everything she had worked for. A hugely successful business, a loving family and a life many people would envy. But behind the success, she was burnt out, running on empty and wondering why she didn't feel happier.In this powerful Moment, Maria shares the turning point that made her realise something had to change. She opens up about the reality of juggling work and family life, the pressure of always being the organiser, and why joy isn't something that simply arrives when we achieve enough - it's something we have to intentionally create space for.Maria shares the routines, boundaries and practices that helped her move from surviving to feeling more present, connected and in control. From scheduling "me time" with the same importance as a work meeting to discovering meditation, breathwork and moments of stillness, this conversation is a reminder that our wellbeing deserves a place in the diary too.If you've ever felt exhausted despite having a life that looks good from the outside, or wondered why success doesn't automatically lead to happiness, this episode is for you.

Show Notes: Gaurav Bhosle talks about his coaching practice, which is split 50/50 between helping people get hired by consulting firms and coaching current consultants. He shares his background as an ex-McKinsey consultant and his MBA from HEC Paris, noting the lack of preparation structures for consulting firms in 2006-2007. Breaking into Consulting Gaurav recounts how a former HEC alum helped him prepare for consulting firms, leading to his success in joining McKinsey in Frankfurt. He explains his transition from McKinsey to coaching, driven by his passion for strategy and career development, and his decision to focus on career strategy for consultants. Gaurav discusses his realization that breaking into consulting is not the ultimate goal but thriving in it is. The Upskilling Journey He shares his journey of upskilling, including obtaining ICF certification, psychometric tools, NLP, and TA, to provide deeper career coaching. Gaurav explains his shift from helping people get into consulting to coaching current consultants on career strategies and performance improvement. He emphasizes the importance of career happiness and the need for consultants to thrive in their roles, not just get hired. The Three-step Process  Gaurav describes his three-step process: foundation, parallel tracks (networking and practice), and polishing. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, skill set, and tool set, particularly the mindset of preparing to be a good consultant rather than just cracking interviews. Gaurav details the foundation phase, which includes preparing for cases, understanding fit questions, and polishing the consulting CV. Gaurav outlines the practical steps for case interview preparation, including the importance of practicing with peers and AI. He explains the three-step process for data interpretation: data sanity check, extracting insights, and communicating findings. The Value of Top-down Communication Skills Gaurav emphasizes the importance of top-down communication and preparing fit answers with headlines first. He shares tips for practicing data analytics skills, including using charts as part of case interviews and focusing on the context and problem-solving. Gaurav discusses the challenges of developing top-down communication skills, especially for those from Eastern cultures or non-consulting backgrounds. He shares his personal journey of adapting to top-down communication in McKinsey and the importance of pushing oneself to communicate insights at a higher level. Gaurav explains the STAR format for storytelling in interviews and the importance of starting with headlines. He emphasizes the need for consultants to communicate crisply and lead the conversation, rather than providing lengthy explanations Coaching Practice and Processes  When asked the first step in his coaching process, Gaurav explains the importance of achieving orientation and having clear career goals beyond superficial reasons like travel or status. He shares his use of psychometric assessments and the "Why should we hire you?" question to gauge a candidate's value proposition. Gaurav highlights the need for candidates to have a clear understanding of their career motivations and the ability to articulate their unique value. Coaching Consultants on Performance Improvement The conversation turns to Gaurav's practice of coaching current consultants on performance improvement. He shares an example of a recent MBB consultant seeking promotion to engagement manager and feedback on case leadership. Gaurav explains the importance of understanding the root cause of feedback and implementing systems for continuous improvement. He emphasizes the need for consultants to seek frequent feedback, develop systems for transparency, and build checklists for effective project management.  "Fit-for-consulting" Assessment Gaurav discusses the use of psychometric assessments and other tools to understand candidates' personality and fit for consulting. He shares his experience coaching a diverse range of professionals, including US Marines, public servants, and athletes, to transition into consulting. Gaurav highlights the importance of having a clear value proposition and the ability to articulate it effectively, and he emphasizes the need for consultants to have a strong achievement orientation and the willingness to adapt to the demanding nature of the role. Timestamps: 03:53: Transitioning to Coaching Current Consultants  06:01: Gaurav's Coaching Approach for Aspiring Consultants 10:58: Practical Steps for Case Interview Preparation 22:06: Developing Top-Down Communication Skills  26:50: Clarifying Career Motivations and Goals  30:48: Coaching Current Consultants for Career Growth  34:46: Gaurav's Coaching Methodologies and Tools  35:11: Gaurav's Online Presence and Contact Information  Links:  Company website:  https://www.beingconsultant.com/ Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/consultingcareercoach/ Email: gb@beingconsultant.com   This episode on Umbrex: https://umbrex.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=300254&action=edit#:~:text=https%3A//umbrex.com/unleashed/gaurav%2Dbhosle%2Dma%E2%80%A6%2Din%2Dbuild%2Dthrive/  Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. 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What it means to live a flourishing life has been one of the most animating questions of my career, and the brilliant, complex, nuanced conversations I had this season convinced me more than than ever: we are absolutely dependent on the world around us, on our friendships, our families, our communities, for all of us to become more fully alive. Our extraordinary guests on this season of With & For offered a powerful blueprint on how to thrive.  In this episode, I reflect on some of the most powerful lessons, invitations and insights of this past season. Thank you so much for lending us your ears and your time this season.  –Dr. Pam King With & For is a podcast of the Thrive Center, an applied research center that exists to catalyze a movement of human thriving, with and for others through spiritual health. Learn more at thethrivecenter.org Follow us on Instagram @thrivecenter Follow us on LinkedIn @thethrivecenter Dr. Pamela Ebstyne King hosts With & For, and is the Executive Director of the Thrive Center and the Peter L. Benson Professor of Applied Developmental Science at the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy at Fuller Seminary. Follow her @drpamking. About With & For Host: Pam King Senior Director and Producer: Jill Westbrook Operations Manager: Lauren Kim Social Media & Graphic Designer: Wren Juergensen Senior Producer: Clare Wiley Executive Producer: Jakob Lewis Produced by Great Feeling Studios Special thanks to the team at Fuller Studio and Fuller Seminary's School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. The podcast was made possible through the support from the John Templeton Foundation. The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the host and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the John Templeton Foundation.

For young people, financial basics like opening a bank account, building credit and saving for the future can be challenging. It's even harder if you are leaving foster care, and you don't have a knowledgeable mentor, caregiver or parent to help you learn to manage money. That's where Opportunity Passport® comes in. It's a program that has helped more than 22,000 young people build financial skills over the past 25 years. In the second episode of the Annie E. Casey Foundation's series on what young people need to thrive, host Gloria Riviera talks with Sandy Wilkie, Senior Fellow at the foundation, and Von Jackson, an Opportunity Passport participant, about how the right education and support can transform a young person's financial future.  This episode was made possible with support from the Annie E. Casey Foundation, an organization that develops solutions to build a brighter future for children, youth, families and communities. Learn more and access the free curriculum, The Keys to Your Financial Future, at aecf.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailLearning to Fight Podcast — Conversations in Combat SkillAfter a year-long hiatus, the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast is back—Rebranded, and refocused as the Learning to Fight Podcast: Conversations in Combat Skill.Your hosts are:Adam Singer — Co-owner and head coach at SBG Athens, BJJ black belt, long-time MMA coach, with years of developing novice to elite level fighters. Student of Matt Thornton and SBG's philosophy of 'aliveness'.Scott Sievewright — Co-Owner at Primal MKE, MMA skills coach and obsessive student of how humans learn to move and fight. Together, we dive deep into the art and science of coaching, training, and skill development in combat sports. Expect honest conversations about MMA, striking, grappling, practice design, contemporary research, traditional approaches, ecological dynamics, and the messy realities of learning under pressure.No gurus. No dogma. Just two coaches trying to understand fighting a little better each week.Same curiosity. New lens.Learn how to learn.Find your own style.Thrive on the mats—and in the cage.

After betrayal, it is natural to want the whole map before you move. You want to know if your marriage can be saved, if they are telling the truth, whether you will regret staying or leaving, and if you will ever feel like yourself again. But what if the map does not appear until you move? In this episode, Lora Cheadle shares a story from her 10-year podcast anniversary trip to New York, where her GPS kept spinning and recalculating until she finally started walking. That moment became the perfect metaphor for betrayal recovery: standing still does not always create clarity. Sometimes movement creates clarity. Through stories from New York, Broadway, The Wizard of Oz, Wicked, and her own betrayal recovery journey, Lora explores why healing requires more than listening, learning, or waiting to see what your partner will do. Healing requires a path, a plan, support, and the willingness to take the next step. If you are tired of spiraling, eroding your boundaries, betraying yourself to keep the peace, or waiting for someone else to become clear before you reclaim your own life, this episode will help you understand why it is time to stop waiting for the map to appear and take the path.   Top 3 Takeaways The map may not appear until you move. After betrayal, it is tempting to wait for certainty before taking action. But clarity often comes through movement, not before it. Listening is not the same as having a plan. Podcasts, books, therapy, and support groups can all be helpful, but gathering information is not the same as walking a structured recovery path. You do not have to walk the path alone. Healing after betrayal requires heart, head, courage, support, and action. Like Dorothy gathering companions along the Yellow Brick Road, you need people and a process to help you move forward.   Favorite Quote “The map will not appear until you move. But you do not have to keep walking the journey alone.”   About Lora Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a former attorney turned betrayal recovery coach, hypnotherapist, and author who helps women rebuild their identity and reclaim their power after infidelity and profound emotional betrayal. Using her signature Life Choreography® approach, she integrates legal insight, nervous system regulation, somatic practices, and deep spiritual support to help clients move from shattered to sovereign.   Resources & Links Download the free Betrayal Recovery Guide: https://betrayalrecoveryguide.com Book your $97 Introductory Session: https://introductorysession.com Follow on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook @loracheadle   This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Healing after betrayal often requires more than insight alone. Therapy can provide additional support, stabilization, and guidance as you navigate the emotional impact of infidelity and betrayal trauma.

In this episode, we dig into the concept of a "last mile week" and why dedicating time to finish lingering, half-done projects is one of the most freeing things you'll do all year. We talk about the tension between wanting to chase new ideas and feeling weighed down by old obligations and how borrowing a concept from shipping logistics helped clear an entire backlog of unfinished work. If you love starting things but struggle to close the loop, this one's for you.This show is brought to you by: The Do More Stress Less App : The time management and stress reduction app for ambitious professionals -  https://www.alexishaselberger.com/app FREE Resources: Watch this Free Class!: 3 Secrets to Always Having Enough Time For Your Work, Your Family and Yourself ( https://www.alexishaselberger.com/register-now ) ⁠⁠Click here to grab your free Distraction Action Plan today and start saving hours  each week! ( https://www.alexishaselberger.com/reduce-distraction )Stay connected!:Visit our website at  ⁠https://www.alexishaselberger.com⁠ Check out the " ⁠Time Well Spent: Time Management for Real People⁠ “ Course ( https://www.alexishaselberger.com/time-well-spent-course )Check out the  The Do More Stress Less App : The time management and stress reduction app for ambitious professionals -  (https://www.alexishaselberger.com/app )Join the  ⁠Do More, Stress Less Facebook Community⁠  ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/domorestressless )Connect on  ⁠Linkedin⁠  ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-haselberger/ )Follow us for updates and more content: Youtube  ( https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreStressLess ) ⁠Instagram⁠  ( https://www.instagram.com/do.more.stress.less/ ) ⁠TikTok⁠  ( https://www.tiktok.com/@do.more.stress.less)  ⁠Facebook⁠  ( https://www.facebook.com/domorestressless )We want your feedback!:If you have constructive feedback, please email us at alexis+podcastfeedback@alexishaselberger.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and share with a friend!Transcript:Read it  ⁠here⁠ !

In this episode of Being Human, host Steve Cuss welcomes Australian family systems expert and author Jenny Brown to discuss her new book, The Parenting Paradox. Steve and Jenny weave together family systems theory, faith, and practical parenting wisdom. They explore how parents can reduce anxiety by focusing on their own growth rather than trying to fix their children. Key topics include managing reactivity, setting healthy boundaries, navigating social media challenges, and parenting adult children and grandchildren. Jenny emphasizes that parental success shouldn't be measured by a child's behavior, but by a parent's own principles and self-awareness.  Episode Resources: Jenny Brown's The Parenting Paradox: Loving Our Children by Giving Them Space to Grow Bowen Family Systems Theory's Eight Concepts Understanding Differentiation of Self Tim Keller's Counterfeit Gods Australia bans social media for children under 16 Read Matthew 7:3–5 ESV More From Jenny Brown: Family Systems Institute Jenny Brown's Growing Yourself Up: How to bring your best to all of life's relationships Parent Hope Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!MorrowMarriage.com | Disrupting Divorce With The “New” MarriageCass and Kathryn came back from the depths of hell to save their marriage and keep their family together.  Battling narcissism, abuse, reactive abuse, emotional, physical and sexual assault. Listen as they share their lessons, actionable steps and real life examples from even the worst of their story. Unscripted, real, raw and against the grain from society's example of marriage - currently leading to the demise of nearly 78% of all marriages today.Inspiring couples around the world...If they can save their marriage from toxicity, abuse and a sexless marriage - not only survive it all... but THRIVE... what's your excuse?Join Cass & Kathryn as they flip divorce statistics and fulfill their purpose in life.Have your own questions or topics you would like us to cover? Let us know here: https://forms.gle/7R8GBAdmQRkuZ3NFA

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we explore how organizations can move beyond AI experimentation and build scalable, secure, and measurable systems that deliver real business value. Joining us is Emily Steen, AI Solutions Developer and Forward Deployed Engineer at Thrive. Emily shares how businesses can design production-ready AI workflows, implement strong governance, and confidently scale AI initiatives across their operations. Key Highlights Why AI Pilots Fail: Emily explains the common mistakes that prevent AI projects from reaching production. The Crawl, Walk, Run Framework: Emily shares how organizations can scale AI safely and effectively. Building Successful AI Pilots: Emily highlights the elements that make early AI initiatives measurable and impactful. Scaling AI Across Operations: Emily discusses the organizational changes required for enterprise AI adoption. Governance and Accountability: Emily explains how businesses can maintain oversight in autonomous AI systems. Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx For more expert insights, visit www.canadiansme.ca and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at smbfoundation.ca. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

Dysfunctional family patterns impact the way we love. When we excavate and change those patterns, we're on the road to our last first date. Here are five ways to get started.►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio or Spotify https://tinyurl.com/lfdradio ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with mey https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Join my free Facebook for women https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate ►Get my books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook , Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Apply for FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►Submit your dating dilemma to be answered on my podcast https://tinyurl.com/datingdilemma ►FREE download: “The Green Light Guide to Dating After 50” https://lastfirstdate.com/green-light-guide/ ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/ ► TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@lastfirstdate1 ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate  

Have you ever tried to identify a plant, opened a field guide, and immediately felt overwhelmed? You're not alone.In this episode, I'm joined by Rachel Parks of Botany in an Hour to talk about a simple approach to botany that can completely change the way you look at plants. Instead of trying to memorize thousands of individual species, Rachel explains how learning a handful of plant families can help you become a better gardener, herbalist, forager, and homesteader.We discuss why understanding plant families is often the missing link that makes plant identification easier, how this knowledge can improve your gardening decisions, and why even young children can quickly learn to recognize common plant groups once they know what clues to look for.Whether you're interested in medicinal herbs, foraging wild plants, improving your garden, or simply understanding the plants growing around you, this conversation will give you a practical framework for learning botany without feeling overwhelmed.In This Episode We Cover:• Why plant families are easier to learn than individual species• How botany can improve your gardening and companion planting• The connection between plant families and herbal medicine• Simple clues for identifying plants in the mint family• Why plant family knowledge can make foraging easier• How understanding plant relationships can help you learn faster• Using botanical knowledge to recognize patterns in food sensitivities• Why plant diversity matters in the gardenResources Mentioned:

“Sometimes you're going down a path and then all of a sudden, you're going in one direction, but then something steers you into another. And that's when so many great things happen.” – Debbi DiMaggio Today's featured bestselling bookcaster is a wife, mom, entrepreneur, speaker, cancer survivor, mindset coach, philanthropist, and a top-producing real estate leader for 35+ years, Debbi DiMaggio. Debbi and I had a fun on a bun chat about her new book, “Mindset In Motion: Activate Purpose, Power, and Peak Performance”, building a three-generation family legacy in real estate, embracing life's unexpected opportunities, mentoring, and more!!!Key Things You'll Learn:Why Debbi initially never wanted to go into real estate, despite her father being in the businessWhat inspired her to become an author and publish multiple books on various subjectsWhat to expect from her latest book after trimming it down from it's original 750 page countWhat setback helped her create more successThree major lessons learned from starting, growing, and running her podcastDebbie's Site: https://debbidimaggio.com/Debbie's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00MNUGPGI/allbooksDebbie's Podcast, “Mastering the Art of Success”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastering-the-art-of-success-hosted-by-debbi-dimaggio/id1830737032The opening track is titled “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…1002 – Why Living With Intention Is The Key to Mastering Life with Bianca D'Alessio: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1002-why-living-with-intention-is-the-key-to-mastering-life-with-bianca-dalessio/309 – Home Worthy with Sandra Rinomato (@SandraRinomato): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-309-home-worthy-with-sandra-rinomato-sandrarinomato/1049 – Pursue Your Spark with Heike Yates: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1049-pursue-your-spark-with-heike-yates/786 – Claim Your Inner Warrior Badass with Kate McKay: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-786-claim-your-inner-warrior-badass-with-kate-mckay-katemckay18/957 – From Bulls*t to Botox with Sandra Lena Silverman (@SandraLenaSilverman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-957-from-bullst-to-botox-with-sandra-lena-silverman-sandralenasilverman/888 – How to Manifest Your Dream Home and Life with Victoria Marie Gallagher (@LOAHypnotist): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-888-with-how-to-manifest-your-dream-home-and-life-with-victoria-marie-gallagher-loahypnotist/259 – Positive Aging with Stephanie Raffelock: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/259-positive-aging-with-stephanie-raffelock-sraffelock/691 – How to Spark Your Heart and Ignite Your Life with Hilary DeCesare (@HilaryDeCesare): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-691-how-to-spark-your-heart-and-ignite-your-life-with-hilary-decesare-hilarydecesare/1033 – How to Take Imperfect Action and Thrive in Business and Life with Bridget Hom (@HomBridget): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1033-how-to-take-imperfect-action-and-thrive-in-business-and-life-with-bridget-hom-hombridge/113 - Business, Faith & Empowering Women Over 40 with Jen Du Plessis (@JenDuPlessis): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/113-business-faith-empowering-women-over-40-with-jen-du-plessis-jenduplessis/509 - Exit Rich with Michelle Seiler Tucker (@MSeilerTucker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-509-exit-rich-with-michelle-seiler-tucker-mseilertucker/

Knowledge Project: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Bill Gurley spent years on Wall Street, built his career as a partner at Benchmark, worked through Uber's hypergrowth era, and now serves on the board of the Santa Fe Institute, where he studies complexity and systems thinking. In this episode, Bill shares the mental models he returns to most, including systems thinking, second- and third-order effects, and the importance of understanding both the bedrock of your field and the bleeding edge. He explains what separates great founders, why storytelling and product instincts matter, how he uses AI across different models, and what he sees coming in open source, China, stablecoins, tokenization, payments, and venture capital.  ------ Timestamps: (00:00) Key Mental Models (02:02) Investing Journey and Key Players (05:21) Knowing the Bedrock of the Industry (08:50) Obsessive Learning in Founders (10:04) The Silent Edge (11:44) Surprising AI Use (13:13) The Future of AI Models (14:17) Global AI Regulation (18:12) Impacts of AI on Investing (19:53) Are There Limitations on Training AI Models? (23:04) Would You Sit in the Back Seat While Your Tesla Drives? (24:15) Non-Consensus Opinions (24:53) Are We Overfunding this Buildout? (29:40) The Role of Retail Investors and Tokenization (34:26) What is a Stablecoin? (37:58) Competitive Mode: Visa and Mastercard (39:55) AI and Debt Analysis (45:05) The Craft of Storytelling and Writing (48:07) Founder Advantage: Product Instinct (50:12) Real World Lessons from Working With Uber (52:10) Inside Benchmark's Success (59:42) What is Success for You? ------ Newsletter: The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ------ Follow Shane Parrish: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/shaneparrish⁠ Insta: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/⁠ Follow Bill Gurley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billgurley/ X: https://x.com/bgurley?lang=en Check out Runnin' Down a Dream: How to Thrive in a Career You Actually Love ------ Thank you to the sponsors for this episode: +CoinShares: Delivering Reason to Digital Asset Investing. ⁠https://coinshares.com/⁠ +Granola AI, The AI notepad for people in back-to-back meetings: https://www.granola.ai/shane Check out the Granola Notes +HeyGen is a message-first AI video platform that helps people and AI agents turn ideas into professional video in minutes. Try for free at https://www.heygen.com/ +LMNT: My go-to zero sugar electrolytes — get a free LMNT Sample Pack here: DrinkLMNT.com/TKP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show Notes HOST Melody Hartzler | | Book Appointment Dustin to fill in the guest block for now. AROUND THE TABLE Sarah Jastram | | Book Appointment In Today's Episode In this episode of Table Talk's Journey to Thriving series, Melody sits down with Dr. Sarah Jastram, a functional medicine pharmacist based in the Twin Cities, to explore her unique path into integrative healthcare. Sarah shares how her experiences with pregnancy, gut health, and pharmacy school led her to discover functional medicine, and why empowering patients through education, community, and lifestyle changes remains at the heart of her work. Through inspiring patient stories, she highlights how small, sustainable changes can create meaningful improvements in health and quality of life. Key Take Aways Functional medicine helps connect the dots between nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, and conventional healthcare. Patients often have more power to influence their health outcomes than they realize. Education and understanding how the body works can help people make informed healthcare decisions. Community and social connection are foundational components of long-term wellness. Sustainable health improvements often come from small, consistent lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes. Topics Discussed 00:00 – Welcome to Table Talk Introduction to Pharm to Table's mission and the Journey to Thriving series. 00:28 – Meet Dr. Sarah Jastram Sarah shares her background, passion for serving others, and how she became involved with Pharm to Table. 01:13 – Discovering Functional Medicine How pregnancy, natural childbirth, and an interest in gut health sparked Sarah's journey into a root-cause approach to healthcare. 04:00 – Pharmacy School with a Different Perspective Why Sarah entered pharmacy school hoping to help people reduce their reliance on medications through lifestyle interventions. 05:25 – Exploring Nutrition, Gut Health, and Supplements Lessons learned from dietary changes, gut-healing approaches, and discovering integrative therapies. 06:53 – Finding Functional Medicine Sarah reflects on attending her first functional medicine continuing education event and realizing all the pieces finally fit together. 08:00 – The Missing Lifestyle Conversation in Healthcare A discussion on diet, movement, and why lifestyle interventions are often overlooked in conventional care. 10:47 – Helping Patients Reclaim Their Health How pharmacists can educate and empower patients to participate actively in their healing journey. 13:14 – A Constipation and Gut Health Success Story A patient's transformation through magnesium, gut health support, lifestyle changes, and personalized care. 16:07 – Why Community Matters in Healthcare The unique role pharmacists play in providing accessible, relationship-centered healthcare. 18:29 – Teaching Patients to Understand Their Bodies How education helps patients make informed decisions and advocate for their health. 20:29 – Small Changes Create Big Results Real-life examples of patients building healthier habits through movement, nutrition, and accountability. 22:33 – The Coffee Shop Pharmacist Sarah shares the story behind her “Coffee Shop Pharmacist” concept and creating community around health conversations. 27:35 – Living with Purpose and Connection The importance of building relationships and fostering community in everyday life. 28:11 – Meeting Patients Where They Are Why successful health transformations begin by understanding a patient's readiness for change. 31:17 – Empowerment, Advocacy, and Long-Term Healing Helping patients gain confidence, ask questions, and take ownership of their healthcare decisions. 32:42 – Final Thoughts and Resources Closing reflections and information about Pharm to Table's Foundations of Health course. Resources Mentioned Table Talk Podcast — Resources & Links The PharmToTable Team – Functional Medicine Providers Therapies & Approaches Discussed: Functional Medicine & Root-Cause Care Lifestyle Medicine Gut Health Restoration Nutrition & Dietary Interventions Patient Education & Health Empowerment Community-Based Healthcare Tools & Testing Discussed: Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Organizations & Resources Mentioned: PharmToTable Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) Foundations of Health Course Supplements Discussed: D-Hist® Magnesium Probiotics CoQ10 Supplement Spotlight Vitamin D / K2 Liquid - 1 fl oz Purchase Today D3 5000 with K2 60 Softgels Purchase Today

What separates the child care owners who thrive from those who stay stuck? Sometimes the answer is a willingness to embrace change, take calculated risks, and keep learning no matter how long you've been in the industry. In this episode of the Child Care Genius Podcast, Brian and Carol Duprey welcome Kaye Boehning, owner of Tomorrow's Promise in Texas, to share her journey from operating a single center to successfully leading three thriving locations.   Listen in as Kaye discusses how she expanded during one of the most uncertain periods in recent history, why she chose to become a multi-location owner, and what she learned about leadership, delegation, and trusting her team along the way. With nearly 30 years in the child care industry, Kaye offers valuable insights into identifying growth opportunities, positioning for future success, and building a business that doesn't depend entirely on the owner being present every day.   Tune in to this episode as Brian and Kaye dive into practical enrollment strategies that are producing real results, including targeted Facebook advertising, community engagement, creative content marketing, and educational outreach to local families. They also discuss how artificial intelligence is helping Kaye improve hiring decisions, streamline operations, and even navigate the demanding accreditation process.   Join us for an inspiring conversation about growth, innovation, and adapting to an ever-changing industry. Whether you're considering a second location, looking for fresh enrollment ideas, or simply want to learn from a seasoned owner who continues to evolve and embrace new opportunities, this episode is packed with practical takeaways you can apply to your own business.     Mentioned in this episode: GET TICKETS to the Child Care Genius LEVERAGE Conference:  https://childcaregenius.com/leverage    Need help with your child care marketing? Reach out! At Child Care Genius Marketing we offer website development, hosting, and security, Google Ads creation and management, done for you social media ads management. For social media content we have the Genius Box, which is a monthly subscription chock full of social media & blog content, as well as a new monthly lead magnet every month! Learn more at Child Care Genius Marketing. https://childcaregenius.com/marketing-solutions/  Schedule a no obligation call to learn more about how we can partner together to ignite your marketing efforts.   If you need help in your child care business, consider joining our coaching programs at Child Care Genius University. Learn More Here. https://childcaregenius.com/university   Connect with us:  Child Care Genius Website Like us on Facebook Join our Owners Only Private Mastermind Group on Facebook    Join our Child Care Mindset Facebook Group Follow Us on Instagram Connect with us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Buy our Books Check out our Free Resources

What Are You Under the Influence Of? How Fear, Trauma & Other People's Opinions Keep You Stuck After Betrayal After betrayal, everyone seems to have advice. Leave. Stay. Fight for your marriage. Run. Forgive. Never trust again. But when your nervous system is overwhelmed, it's easy to absorb other people's certainty instead of listening to your own truth. In this episode, Lora explores how betrayal trauma increases suggestibility, why fear spreads so quickly, and how to reclaim your ability to think clearly, trust yourself, and make decisions from wisdom rather than panic. Drawing from her experience as an attorney, clinical hypnotherapist, and betrayal recovery coach, Lora explains why knowledge reduces fear, how hypnosis can help break the trance of trauma, and why discernment—not certainty—is the real path to healing. If you've ever wondered whether you're making decisions based on your own truth or someone else's story, this episode is for you. Top 3 Takeaways Betrayal Trauma Makes You More Suggestible. When your nervous system is overwhelmed, your brain naturally seeks certainty. That's why it's easy to absorb other people's opinions, fears, and experiences instead of trusting yourself. Discernment Is Different Than Fear. Fear demands immediate answers. Discernment allows reality to reveal itself over time. Healing isn't about becoming hypervigilant—it's about staying connected to yourself while the truth unfolds. Knowledge Creates Calm. Understanding your legal, financial, emotional, and relational options doesn't force a decision. It reduces fear, increases clarity, and helps you make choices from a place of confidence rather than panic. Favorite Quotes "When we're desperate for certainty, we start borrowing certainty from other people." "Discernment is the ability to stay connected to yourself while reality reveals itself." "Fear shrinks your world. Knowledge expands it." "Healing isn't about becoming fearless. It's about learning how to hear yourself again underneath the noise." LOVE THE SHOW? TAKE THE NEXT STEP Don't just listen—start healing. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. https://workplace-burnout.com/the-top-3-ways-you-betray-yourself-every-day-and-how-to-stop/ If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt is a betrayal recovery coach, attorney, TEDx speaker, and author of FLAUNT! and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal. After uncovering her husband's 15-year affair, she turned her own pain into purpose—helping high-achieving women reclaim their identity, power, and joy. A trauma-aware coach, somatic therapist, and former attorney, Lora blends legal insight with emotional and spiritual healing for full-spectrum recovery. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self (an International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller) and It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive. She also hosts the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

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What does it take for young people to thrive? In this first episode of a six-part series, host Gloria Riviera sits down with Lisa Lawson, President and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation and author of Thrive: How the Science of the Adolescent Brain Helps Us Imagine a Better Future for All Children. Lisa makes the case that adolescence is a powerful period of growth, and shares what the science and on-the-ground work tell us about supporting the 48 million young people in America between the ages of 14 and 24. She also introduces the five pillars shaping the path to adulthood that will guide the rest of the series: basic needs, permanent connections, education and credentials, financial stability and well-being, and youth leadership. This episode was made possible with support from the Annie E. Casey Foundation, an organization that develops solutions to build a brighter future for children, youth, families and communities. Learn more at aecf.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you letting the golden handcuffs of a corporate salary destroy your health and rob you of true time freedom?  In this powerful interview, Billy Keels sits down with Glenn Hicks, a former telecom CIO who walked away from the corporate C-suite at 48 years old after a life-altering health crisis to design life on his own terms. Discover how to completely rewrite your leadership philosophy, trade a soul-crushing productivity race for radical presence, and build a sustainable "digital independent" lifestyle that allows your business assets to fund your ideal lifestyle.

When was the last time you were completely alone - with nobody touching you, talking to you or needing something from you?In this episode, Zoe explores why so many mothers crave alone time and why that need isn't selfish - it's essential. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, overstimulated, touched out, exhausted or guilty for wanting space from your children, this episode will help you understand what's really happening in your mind and body.Zoe unpacks the psychology of modern motherhood, the invisible mental load, emotional labour and the impact they have on a mother's nervous system. She explores why highly sensitive mothers and introverted mothers often experience overwhelm more intensely, how overstimulation can lead to burnout, resentment and mum rage, and why rest is not a luxury but a necessity.You'll learn why guilt so often accompanies the need for space, how cultural expectations of motherhood keep women trapped in cycles of self-sacrifice, and how protecting even small moments of solitude can help you become a calmer, more present and more connected parent.If you've ever wondered why you feel constantly needed, emotionally drained or like you've lost yourself in motherhood, this episode is for you.

We tend to think of grief as something we feel — a heaviness in the heart, a fog in the mind. But what if grief is also something we store, physically, in the body? And what if the breath you take without thinking could be the very thing that sets it free?In this episode, I talk with Kurtis Lee Thomas — the "Man from the Stars" — about a path to healing that didn't begin in a wellness studio, but in suffering. A five-year stomach condition no doctor could diagnose. The loss of his brother to gun violence. A 2 a.m. encounter with a medium at a gas station that cracked his worldview wide open.What Kurtis found on the other side of that pain is a practice he calls humanity's original medicine. We explore why talk therapy can only reach so far, what actually happens when the breath quiets the mind's inner critic, and why grief in particular responds to this work like almost nothing else.If you've done all the "right" things and still feel something stuck inside you, this conversation offers a different doorway — and a lot of hope.About Kurtis Lee ThomasKurtis Lee Thomas is the founder of the global wellness movement Breathwork Detox and Chairman of the Just Breathe Foundation, which has partnered with Nike, NASA, and others to bring mental health solutions to those who need them most. A #1 best-selling author and corporate mindfulness trainer, his work has been featured on the Today Show and Bloomberg, and he was voted the #1 employee well-being provider of 2023. He's the author of Breathwork Detox: How to Thrive in the Age of Anxiety and The World Is Yours: The Secrets Behind The Secret.Connect with Kurtis:Website: https://breathworkdetox.com Instagram: @manfromthestars Foundation: https://justbreathe.org Books: Breathwork Detox: How to Thrive in the Age of Anxiety and The World Is Yours: The Secrets Behind The SecretWhat We CoverWhy grief lives in the body — and the specific place the emotion of loss gets storedWhat really happens in a breathwork session, and why roughly 60% of people end up cryingThe mystery illness that no test could explain — and what finally moved itThe science of "transient hypofrontality": how breath quiets the inner critic and opens up clarityWhy breathwork has no barriers to entry, unlike meditation and yogaThe TED Talk that got banned for calling breathwork "the original medicine"Starseeds, light workers, and the sense that something is shifting in our worldLetting go to let in: the airplane-runway secret behind grief, manifesting, and freedomLet's Continue the ConversationWhat resonated with you in this episode? Have you ever felt grief show up in your body — in your chest, your shoulders, your gut? I'd love to hear your experience.Head over to the article for this episode at https://grief2growth.substack.com, where you can comment and connect with me and other listeners.If you're wondering where you are in your own grief, take the free Grief Check-In at https://grief2growth.com/check-in — it's not a test, just a gentle way to understand how grief is showing up for you right now.You've been listening. You're doing the work. But there's still this feeling that you're circling the same place.Maybe you've thought about working with me one-on-one. Maybe something's held you back. I get that. And I want you to know there's still a place for you.All of it, pay what you want. You decide what it's worth. Nobody gets turned away because of money.https://grief2g The International Association for Near-Death Studies or IANDS will host its annual conference at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue.  The event features an all-star lineup of keynotes like Proof of Heaven Author Eben Alexander, MD, and Dying to Be Me Author Anita Moorjani. I Early bird registration rates are available through July 15. Visit IANDS.org to register The International Association for Near-Death Studies or IANDS will host its annual conference at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue.  The event features an all-star lineup of keynotes like Proof of Heaven Author Eben Alexander, MD, and Dying to Be Me Author Anita Moorjani. I Early bird registration rates are available through July 15.  Visit IANDS.org to register Want to go deeper? My Substack is where I share solo essays on grief, consciousness, and continuing bonds — thoughts that don't always make it into the podcast. It's also home to a community of listeners who get it, because they're living it too. Free to subscribe. Find it at substack.com/grief2growth.Support the show

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Vendor channel consolidation continues to restructure the MSP landscape, with private equity-backed rollups driving both market concentration at the top and increased deal volume. This episode centers on the sale of Worksighted, a 25-year-old, $27 million revenue MSP with strong vertical focus in healthcare and construction, to Thrive in a 35-day close. The structural mechanism at play is an increasing market segmentation where larger MSPs systematically acquire or merge with similarly sized providers, often leaving a gap for smaller operators as larger entities move upmarket. Primary evidence for this consolidation includes direct transaction data and workflow. According to Abraham Garver, his team handled 132 vetted buyer candidates for Worksighted, resulting in eight competitive offers after 76 signed NDAs. Thrive, having completed 27 MSP acquisitions, was able to accelerate the deal's timeline due to deep experience and preparation by both buyer and seller. The trend is further supported by Q2 market updates indicating 22 U.S. MSPs likely to come to market in 2026 and over 120 M&A transactions in Q1 alone, as reported by Drake Star. Related developments highlight the bifurcation of deal opportunities by provider size and the associated liquidity for MSPs. Private equity buyers increasingly favor acquisitions with a minimum of $3 million in revenue and $500,000 in EBITDA, while smaller MSPs are more commonly left to pursue peer-to-peer mergers or organic growth strategies. The episode also addresses the operational pitfalls of optimizing solely for high recurring revenue percentages, with evidence suggesting buyers offer premiums for organic growth and new client acquisition rather than rigid recurring revenue thresholds. For operators, these dynamics generate clear tradeoffs and risks. Larger MSPs face the challenge of integrating acquired firms and potentially divesting smaller clients who do not meet their revised minimums. Smaller MSPs may find opportunity by acquiring divested clients or targeting niche segments that fall beneath larger consolidators' thresholds. For all providers, the importance of thorough preparation, clean financials, and strategic clarity on post-transaction roles emerges as a key safeguard against value loss and disruption. Rigid adherence to target metrics not grounded in buyer behavior—such as focusing excessively on monthly recurring revenue—carries the risk of reduced flexibility and diminished exit prospects. Sponsored by:ScalePad ABCS Sloutions LLC

Unlocking Your Next Chapter: How Women Over 45 Can Build Healthy Relationships, Set Boundaries, and Thrive Through Change with Monica Madden Are you a woman over 45 navigating a major life transition, questioning what's next, or feeling called to something more? In this inspiring episode of She Shift, therapist Monica Madden shares powerful insights on healthy relationships, setting boundaries, self-discovery, and thriving during midlife change. Whether you're experiencing a career pivot, an empty nest, a shift in relationships, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation will help you embrace your next chapter with confidence and grace. Monica opens up about her own journey through motherhood, personal growth, and reinvention, while offering practical advice for women who are ready to stop putting themselves last and start creating a life that feels aligned, fulfilling, and authentic. In this episode, you'll discover: ✔ How to build healthier relationships in midlife ✔ Why setting boundaries is essential for emotional well-being ✔ Ways to navigate life transitions after 45 with confidence ✔ How self-discovery can lead to personal growth and renewed purpose ✔ Why giving yourself permission to change is the key to thriving 3 Key Takeaways to Act On Today 1. Start with Self-Check-Ins Take a few minutes each day to honestly evaluate your emotions and ask yourself: What do I need right now? (22:59) 2. Give Yourself Permission Write or voice a permission slip allowing yourself to release burdens, expectations, and responsibilities that no longer belong to you. (23:16) 3. Set One Loving Boundary Choose one area of your life today where you'll honor your own needs, even if it feels uncomfortable at first. (09:24) If you've been wondering whether it's too late to reinvent yourself, find your purpose, or create healthier relationships, this episode is your reminder that your next chapter is still being written. Your midlife reinvention starts with one decision: choosing yourself. To Stay Connected Follow Us On: www.MonicaMadden.com www.sheshift.co Tool to use to empower the What's Next: Grab your Free 5 steps to Dream. Reflect. Rise https://payhip.com/b/tquL7      

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!MorrowMarriage.com | Disrupting Divorce With The “New” MarriageCass and Kathryn came back from the depths of hell to save their marriage and keep their family together.  Battling narcissism, abuse, reactive abuse, emotional, physical and sexual assault. Listen as they share their lessons, actionable steps and real life examples from even the worst of their story. Unscripted, real, raw and against the grain from society's example of marriage - currently leading to the demise of nearly 78% of all marriages today.Inspiring couples around the world...If they can save their marriage from toxicity, abuse and a sexless marriage - not only survive it all... but THRIVE... what's your excuse?Join Cass & Kathryn as they flip divorce statistics and fulfill their purpose in life.Have your own questions or topics you would like us to cover? Let us know here: https://forms.gle/7R8GBAdmQRkuZ3NFA

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I dive into a topic that is increasingly relevant in today's economy: how to differentiate yourself in a saturated market of entrepreneurs and businesses. With a staggering one in three Americans planning to start a business or side hustle in the next year—a 94% increase from last year—it's crucial to understand how to stand out amidst the flood of new entrants. Listen, I know your business may be struggling right now, but there is hope. There is help for you. Maybe you will find the nudge you need in this episode.  GET MY HOW TO STAND OUT GUIDE HERE   TIMESTAMPS 00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table Introduction to the podcast and its purpose. 00:00:26 - Today's Topic: Standing Out in Business Discussion on differentiating oneself in a saturated market. 00:01:52 - The Surge in Entrepreneurship Statistics on the increase in Americans planning to start businesses or side hustles. 00:03:40 - Understanding Financial Stress Insights into the financial challenges many Americans are facing. 00:05:36 - The Need for Wisdom The importance of seeking divine guidance in navigating economic challenges. 00:07:00 - Key #1: The Imitation Trap Exploring the limitations of imitation in business. 00:12:27 - Key #2: You Are the Differentiator Emphasizing the importance of authenticity and personal style. 00:17:30 - Key #3: Finding Your Positioning The significance of positioning in the market and how to identify it. 00:22:34 - Conclusion and Call to Action Encouragement to download the guide and seek God's guidance in business. 00:24:39 - Closing Remarks Final thoughts and invitation to share the podcast.

Jumaane D. Williams is the Public Advocate of the City of New York. Previously, he served on the NYC Council representing the 45th District. Jumaane is a first-generation Brooklynite of Grenadian heritage. He graduated from the public school system, overcoming the difficulties of Tourettes and ADHD to earn a Masters Degree from Brooklyn College. He began his career as a community organizer at the Greater Flatbush Beacon School and later served as the Executive Director of NYS Tenants Neighbors. There, he fought for truly affordable, income-targeted housing across New York City and State. In the NYC Council, Jumaane championed landmark legislation that fundamentally transformed policing in NYC. Jumaane sponsored the Community Safety Act, reforming the Citys Police Department to address the abuse of Stop, Question & Frisk in communities of color and creating the NYPDs Office of Inspector General to investigate unlawful & unethical behavior. As former Co-Chair of the Council's Task Force to Combat Gun Violence, he helped create New York's Crisis Management System, whichfunds Cure Violence Groups that work to reduce shootings through a multi-pronged approach. The program fundamentally transformed the city's approach to gun violence prevention, and as Public Advocate he continues to work for its expansion and improvement today. Jumaane has led the fight for better policing and safer streets, affordable housing, and transparency and accountability in City government. As Public Advocate, Jumaane continues to be an activist-elected official who brings the voices of everyday New Yorkers to City government and makes New York a truly progressive beacon for all. Jumanne joins us on The Vault to discuss how he was able to thrive and become an advocate in spite of many challenges. He also discusses the importance of decreasing mental health stigma and the importance of inclusive environments. How to thrive whilst living with Tourette Syndrome. How to become a mental health advocate. How to advocate for your mental health. The importance of inclusive environments. What are myths around Tourette Syndrome and Tic disorder. How to Cope with High Functioning Depression.Follow Jumaane WilliamsJumaane Williams Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jumaane.williams/?hl=enJumaane Williams Websitehttps://advocate.nyc.gov/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=linktree&utm_campaign=visit+our+websiteFollow Dr. Judith:Instagram: https://instagram.com/drjudithjoseph TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjudithjoseph Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjudithjoseph Website: https://www.drjudithjoseph.com/Sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.drjudithjoseph.com/newsletter-sign-upDisclaimer: You may want to consider your individual mental health needs with a licensed medical professional. This page is not medical advice.

Episode 117: A conversation with daughter of the King, wife, mama to four, Executive Director of Reckless Abandon Ministries, and Bible teacher, Aminta Geisler, and our BTG Podcast host, Mykelti Blum. These two talk through Aminta’s new Bible study, The Great 8, focused on the Beatitudes and what Jesus has in store for us through these important principles. She is passionate about teaching the Word of God to others and sharing how God radically changed her life. Aminta and Mykelti dive into Scripture and unpack one of Jesus' most important sermons. Get ready to take lots of notes! Learn more about Aminta and her new Bible study at amintageisler.com. Follow @amintageisler on Instagram and Facebook. Follow @MNBTG on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. Thank You, Episode 117 Sponsor: Bible Basics Ministries! Thank you to Bible Basics Ministries for their support as our Episode 117 Sponsor! Learn more and purchase resources: biblebasicsministries.com. Follow @BibleBasicsMinistries on Facebook and Instagram. Email info@mnbtg.org with interest in viewing sponsor levels and benefits. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), Amber Gerstmann (emcee), and Substance Worship Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) Register for Early Bird Tickets by August 31. BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. Apply to join a 2027 BTG Missions Trip to Cambodia or Cambodia and Vietnam: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and More! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More! Register: mnbtg.org/leadership. Nominate a female leader of excellence for the 2027 Lund Leadership Award by Oct 31, 2026. 2027 Single Moms Retreat  June 4-5, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Dr. Keisha Spivey (speaker) and Derrick & Ashley Benoit (worship) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities, Giveaways, and Services. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

Have you ever walked into a room and felt either really good about it, or on the other side, had a feeling that something isn't quite right? Intuition is the ability to understand, know, or decide something immediately without conscious reasoning. It merges subconscious pattern recognition, past experiences, and instinct into a sudden "inner knowing" or "gut feeling.” We have a great episode today Tony Wechsler and Stephanie Saiz discuss, “The Power of Intuition.” Stephanie can be reached on Instagram or Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/innerloveguide/ https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.saiz.75You can also check out her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@innerloveguide and get her Mini Course here: https://stan.store/innerloveguide/p/get-my-mini-intuition-course-nowAs always, you are invited to join the Strive to Thrive Facebook group for a supportive community.... https://www.facebook.com/groups/strivetothrivepage   BTW...If you love this episode, please take a screenshot, share it on your Facebook story and tag me @TonyWechsler And remember to download the eBook, Strive to Thrive at https://tonywcoaching.com/  

today we have one of my favorite people ever, Erika Hoang, a wellness and lifestyle creator who started in this industry by documenting her own journey coming off of hormonal birth control. She has learned to thrive with PCOS and is living FULLY symptom free...today she is sharing exactly how she got to that point through her highs and lows of this diagnosis. (PCOS's official title has recently been changed to PMOS)!Erika's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikahoang/KATELYNN'S IG: https://www.instagram.com/katelynnnolann/KATELYNN'S YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/c/katelynnnolan KATELYNN'S TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@katelynnnolannNYT PODCAST IG: https://www.instagram.com/notyourtypicalwithkn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is the secret to deep relationships?In this teaching on Psalm 133, John Ortberg explores intimacy, connection, loneliness, and the small daily habits that strengthen relationships.Drawing from the work of relationship researcher John Gottman, John explains the powerful idea of "bids for connection"—the small invitations people make every day to share life together.This episode explores:- Psalm 133 and unity- What intimacy really means- The epidemic of loneliness- John Gottman's relationship research- Turning toward connection- Jesus as the master of connection- God's invitation to relationship throughout ScriptureFeaturing reflections on:- John Gottman- Dallas Willard- Robert PutnamScriptures:- Psalm 133- Genesis 2- Genesis 3- Genesis 4#Psalm133 #JohnOrtberg #Relationships #Connection #Intimacy #SpiritualFormation #ChristianFaith #JohnGottman #BibleStudy #Psalms

Send us Fan MailLearning to Fight Podcast — Conversations in Combat SkillAfter a year-long hiatus, the Primal MMA Coaching Podcast is back—Rebranded, and refocused as the Learning to Fight Podcast: Conversations in Combat Skill.Your hosts are:Adam Singer — Co-owner and head coach at SBG Athens, BJJ black belt, long-time MMA coach, with years of developing novice to elite level fighters. Student of Matt Thornton and SBG's philosophy of 'aliveness'.Scott Sievewright — Co-Owner at Primal MKE, MMA skills coach and obsessive student of how humans learn to move and fight. Together, we dive deep into the art and science of coaching, training, and skill development in combat sports. Expect honest conversations about MMA, striking, grappling, practice design, contemporary research, traditional approaches, ecological dynamics, and the messy realities of learning under pressure.No gurus. No dogma. Just two coaches trying to understand fighting a little better each week.Same curiosity. New lens.Learn how to learn.Find your own style.Thrive on the mats—and in the cage.

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Bill Gurley spent years on Wall Street, built his career as a partner at Benchmark, worked through Uber's hypergrowth era, and now serves on the board of the Santa Fe Institute, where he studies complexity and systems thinking. In this episode, Bill shares the mental models he returns to most, including systems thinking, second- and third-order effects, and the importance of understanding both the bedrock of your field and the bleeding edge. He explains what separates great founders, why storytelling and product instincts matter, how he uses AI across different models, and what he sees coming in open source, China, stablecoins, tokenization, payments, and venture capital.  ------ Timestamps: (00:00) Key Mental Models (02:02) Investing Journey and Key Players (05:21) Knowing the Bedrock of the Industry (08:50) Obsessive Learning in Founders (10:04) The Silent Edge (11:44) Surprising AI Use (13:13) The Future of AI Models (14:17) Global AI Regulation (18:12) Impacts of AI on Investing (19:53) Are There Limitations on Training AI Models? (23:04) Would You Sit in the Back Seat While Your Tesla Drives? (24:15) Non-Consensus Opinions (24:53) Are We Overfunding this Buildout? (29:40) The Role of Retail Investors and Tokenization (34:26) What is a Stablecoin? (37:58) Competitive Mode: Visa and Mastercard (39:55) AI and Debt Analysis (45:05) The Craft of Storytelling and Writing (48:07) Founder Advantage: Product Instinct (50:12) Real World Lessons from Working With Uber (52:10) Inside Benchmark's Success (59:42) What is Success for You? ------ Newsletter: The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ------ Follow Shane Parrish: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/shaneparrish⁠ Insta: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet/⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/⁠ Follow Bill Gurley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billgurley/ X: https://x.com/bgurley?lang=en Check out Runnin' Down a Dream: How to Thrive in a Career You Actually Love ------ Thank you to the sponsors for this episode: +CoinShares: Delivering Reason to Digital Asset Investing. ⁠https://coinshares.com/⁠ +Granola AI, The AI notepad for people in back-to-back meetings: https://www.granola.ai/shane Check out the Granola Notes +HeyGen is a message-first AI video platform that helps people and AI agents turn ideas into professional video in minutes. Try for free at https://www.heygen.com/ +LMNT: My go-to zero sugar electrolytes — get a free LMNT Sample Pack here: DrinkLMNT.com/TKP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A doctor said he needed knee surgery. He said no. Robert Norris is 22 years old, has Down syndrome, and completes Ironman triathlons without a guide. He taught himself to ride a bike, swam with Navy SEALs in the Hudson River, ran the Boston Marathon through bloody blisters, and trains daily with a volume most able-bodied athletes never touch: 80-mile bike rides, 10-mile runs, 2100-yard swims.   Joe De Sena sits down with Robert and his mother, Wanda, a retired Navy veteran, to unpack how a slipped kneecap became a turning point, why Robert refuses to quit under any condition, and what happens when a young man with an extra chromosome decides the hard way is the only way. This episode delivers a direct challenge: if Robert Norris can show up every single day without excuses, what is stopping you?   Things You Will Learn: Why a physical setback can become the trigger for a higher standard instead of a retreat. The structure behind a non-negotiable daily routine that eliminates the need for motivation. What consistent action proves to the people who expect you to stop.   Tools & Frameworks Covered: Setback-to-Standard Conversion: Use injury or adversity as the catalyst for a higher training commitment, not a reason to stop. Non-Negotiable Daily Structure: Wake time, bedtime, training order, and nutrition are locked in. Remove decision fatigue. Execute the plan. Progressive Proof of Capability: Start with one mile. Then eighteen. Then a hundred. Let results silence doubt.   If this episode moved you, do not just listen. Do something about it. Sign up. Show up. Do the work. Spartan.com. No more excuses.   Robert Norris is a Guinness World Record–holding endurance athlete who redefined limits by becoming the first athlete with Down syndrome to complete a full Ironman triathlon independently, setting the fastest time in his category. His journey represents relentless discipline, the breaking of perceived limitations, and the building of an unshakable mindset through years of preparation and adversity.   Connect to Robert: Website: https://www.robertnorrismanofiron.com/about  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertnorrismanofiron/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.norris.432406/ YouTube: http://youtube.com/@GETFITWIthRobert-21 ꚠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@robertnorrismanofiron?   We gave you the tools, now use them during your next SPARTAN RACE! Use codeword PODCAST on checkout for 10% your next race.  

70% of what American children eat today is ultra processed food and the regulatory system that's supposed to protect them has been asleep for decades. In this episode, I sit down with Nick Green, co-founder and CEO of Thrive Market, the membership-based online grocery platform that built a $700 million business by treating healthy food access as an infrastructure problem, not a willpower problem. Nick grew up watching his mother drive across Minnesota to find organic options before the internet existed and 20 years later, built the company meant to make that struggle obsolete. We get into the GRAS self-certification loophole that lets food companies rubber stamp their own ingredients as safe, why synthetic dyes and preservatives banned across Europe remain standard in the US, and how Thrive goes beyond EU standards to vet every single product on its platform. We also cover what the GLP-1 trend is actually revealing about the deeper food system failure, why the American healthcare model was built for infectious disease and is fundamentally unprepared for chronic disease prevention, and the shared metabolic roots of cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer's. Nick breaks down how AI is now personalizing the grocery experience for 1.7 million members, why becoming a public benefit corporation was a legal commitment to the mission not just a branding decision and what it actually takes to keep a company anchored to its Northstar when investors, scale, and short-term incentives are all pulling in the opposite direction. Reduce your risk of Alzheimer's with my science-backed protocol for women 30+: https://go.neuroathletics.com.au/youtube-sales-page Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for evidence-based conversations at the intersection of brain science, longevity, and performance. _____ TOPICS DISCUSSED 00:00 Intro: The Ultra Processed Food Crisis Nobody Is Talking About Honestly 01:06 Nick Green and the Mission Behind Thrive Market 01:27 Growing Up in Minnesota: How a Mom's Grocery Struggle Built a Billion-Dollar Insight 07:24 70% of Kids' Diets Are Ultra Processed — and It's Not a Willpower Problem 08:38 The Membership Model: How Thrive Makes Organic Cheaper Than Conventional 09:31 AI-Personalized Grocery Shopping: Building Your Cart Around Your Health Goals 13:47 The Food System Is Rigged: MAHA, the FDA, and the GRAS Loophole 16:13 Synthetic Dyes, Preservatives, and Why the EU Bans What America Allows 20:43 The Most Unregulated Food Category: Supplements and Ultra Processed Crossover 22:04 How Thrive Vets Every Product: Auditing Manufacturers Up the Supply Chain 23:13 Thrive's Own Brand: 25% of Sales and a Mission-Driven Private Label Model 25:09 Gives Memberships, Free Access, and Building a Community Around the Mission 27:25 The Regulatory Gap and Its Cost: Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, and Chronic Disease 29:44 GLP-1s Are Not Enough: Why Pharmacology Alone Can't Fix the Food System 32:41 Thrive vs. Whole Foods: The Key Structural Differences 35:43 Alzheimer's Risk, Ultra Processed Food, and the Framingham Heart Study 36:48 Why the Healthcare System Was Built for Infectious Disease — Not Chronic Prevention 38:05 Metabolism Is Upstream of Everything: Cancer, Heart Disease, Alzheimer's 40:03 MAHA, Government Regulation, and Why Consumer Empowerment Is the Real Solution 45:58 1.7 Million Members and Less Than 1.5% Market Penetration: The Scale of What's Left 47:23 The Un-Everything Store: Curation as a Competitive Advantage 49:16 What Keeps Nick Going: Mission as Decision Filter 51:31 Why Authenticity Always Wins — and What Thrive Wants to Prove to Every Founder _______ Thank you to our sponsors Timeline: https://www.timeline.com/partners/neuro-athletics Honey Love: https://www.honeylove.com/NEURO — Save 20% Off Honeylove #honeylovepod BASED Bodyworks: https://basedbodyworks.com/ — Use code NEURO for 20% off BiOptimizers: https://bioptimizers.com/neuro — 15% off with code NEURO Qualia Life: https://qualialife.com/NEURO — 50% off + extra 15% with code NEURO _______ I'm Louisa Nicola - clinical neurophysiologist - Alzheimer's prevention specialist founder of Neuro Athletics. My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention. If you're committed to optimizing your brain- reducing Alzheimer's risk and staying mentally sharp for life, you're in the right place. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Daily Creative, we explore what it really takes to do meaningful, protected creative work in an age of perpetual noise and overwhelm. We kick off with a story from Claude Shannon, the mathematician whose revolutionary thinking about “signal vs. noise” in communication provides the perfect lens for today's creative challenges.First, we sit down with Ron Friedman, author of Superteams, who shares the non-obvious strengths that set high-performing teams apart—from deliberately managing time, energy, and attention, to building genuine interdependence, to treating recovery and feedback as critical components of ongoing excellence. Ron details how meeting habits, role clarity, and shared goals can be redesigned to reduce friction and allow great work to emerge.Next, Fred Marshall, author of Thrive, dives deep into Future Shock—the cognitive overload that leaders now face daily. He explains why structuring information flow, protecting focused attention, and designing your personal “ecosystem” are the new fundamentals of not just surviving but thriving. Fred outlines his Super 8 building blocks for a well-aligned life and offers practical frameworks for deciding where to direct our energy and attention, especially as AI transforms the landscape.Throughout, we return to a single question: amidst all the noise, how do we identify and safeguard the signal—the contribution that only we can make?Five Key LearningsProtecting the Signal Is Fundamental. Generating great ideas is only half the battle. The real challenge is intentional design—protecting the “signal” of valuable work from the ever-increasing “noise” of distractions, meetings, and obligations 02:35.Superteams Actively Design Their Collaboration. High-performing teams excel by building shared goals that require collaboration, clarifying roles around outcomes (not tasks), and using team-based incentives that foster interdependence 08:04.Meetings Should Never Be the Default. Superteams make meetings a last resort, use clear decision-making guidelines, and create focus time (not just “meeting-free” days) to allow meaningful work to happen within normal hours 11:10.Strategic Recovery Outperforms Passive Downtime. True recovery doesn't happen from just unplugging. Engaging in mastery experiences and activities that stretch you in new ways is essential to sustain ongoing performance and passion 16:28.Attention Management Is a Leadership Imperative. Our attention ecosystem must be curated just as intentionally as our task lists. Using clear frameworks to distinguish priorities, obligations, and noise protects the space needed for deep, creative, and strategic work—even as AI and cognitive overload increase 26:50.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreativePlus.com.Mentioned in this episode:The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.To listen to the full interviews from today's episode, as well as receive bonus content and deep dive insights from the episode, visit DailyCreativePlus.com and join Daily Creative+.

What are the three key fears that sabotage relationships? That was the topic of discussion with Dr. Maria-Elena Lukeides. She is a Sydney-based Clinical Psychologist, meditation teacher, and pioneer in psychedelic-assisted therapy in Australia. With nearly 30 years in mental health, she integrates clinical psychology, neuroscience, mindfulness, and psychedelic therapy to explore trauma, healing, and human connection, drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience.In this episode, we covered:The three key fears that hold us back in life and loveWhat happens in relationships when people are unaware of the fears they carryHow to begin to overcome our fears and have better relationships with ourselves and othersConnect With Dr. Maria-ElenaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-elena-lukeides-270379a5/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessfountain/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewellnessfountain/ Website: https://www.drmariaelenalukeides.com.au/►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio or Spotify https://tinyurl.com/lfdradio ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 30-minute breakthrough session with me https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Join my free Facebook for women https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate ►Get my books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook , Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Apply for FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►Submit your dating dilemma to be answered on my podcast https://tinyurl.com/datingdilemma ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/ ► TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@lastfirstdate1 ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate