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This is the first of five "Best Of" episodes I'm re-releasing in August while I take a break — and it felt like the right one to kick things off with. I'm sharing the single mindset shift that has shaped 16 years of business building for me: the idea that everything is a beta, and my business is an ongoing experiment. "Everything is a beta. It's not meant to be perfect. It's meant to be a learning experience that allows you to create something better the next time." What I Cover Why the most successful business owners are the most flexible and responsive — not the ones with a "perfect" planWhat "beta mindset" actually means to me and how it's helped me drop perfectionism for goodHow perfectionism quietly kills progress, sales, and profitHow I use beta offers to get clients faster, including selling and pricing on the flyWhy I don't wait to finish a program before I sell it — and how I create content as I goHow I use betas to test (and eventually refine) a niche instead of overthinking itMy approach to beta pricing: why and how I discount the first time I offer somethingHow betas double as a built-in system for gathering testimonials and social proofReal examples from my own business — including the BBB, CYFL, and a brand-new coaching skills intensive — showing how betas have shaped my programs, pricing, delivery models, and marketing over timeThe perfectionism trap: why I believe waiting for the "perfect" offer, niche, or landing page is really just delaying revenueSell one ticket: my advice to coaches who stall on content — sell it before it exists, and let that commitment light a fire under youThree rounds of beta: how the BBB's content library doubled in its first six months, built almost entirely from beta feedbackFrom 12 sessions to 6 (and maybe back to 12): a candid look at how I've repeatedly rebuilt my own one-on-one offer over the years A Mindset Shift to Try This Week I want you to write it on a Post-it note: "Everything is a beta". The next time you're tempted to hold back on launching something because it isn't perfect yet, ask yourself instead: is this good enough to put out into the world and learn from? Let's Connect I'd love to hear your thoughts on the Beta Mindset. Are you already practicing it, or is this a new idea for you? Send me your comments and feedback by email (wendy@wendymccallum.com) or through any of my social media channels. Looking for support? Check out my site at www.wendymccallum.com Download my How to Get Clients NOW Masterclass (FREE)This episode is part of my Best Of Re-Release series, running throughout August 2026. New episodes return after the break.

Why do so many people lose the same 10 to 20 pounds over and over again?In this episode, Eric breaks down the two biggest mistakes that prevent people from getting lean and staying lean for life. First, he explains why trying to lose fat and build muscle at the same time keeps most people spinning their wheels, and why committing fully to one goal often produces faster, more sustainable results. Then, he shares the overlooked mindset shift that makes long-term success possible: building a nutrition plan around the experiences you're not willing to give up.Eric also shares a personal update on his TRT journey, including the mental and physical changes he's noticed after the first month, and how he's approaching muscle gain, recovery, and performance.If you've ever felt like you're constantly starting over with your nutrition or struggling to maintain your results, this episode will help you build a strategy that actually fits your life instead of fighting against it.In This Episode:A personal TRT update after the first monthWhy most people fail by chasing fat loss and muscle gain at the same timeThe fastest path to getting lean and staying leanWhy visible abs should be your first milestoneHow to avoid the endless cycle of losing and regaining weightWhy extreme diets and challenges rarely create lasting resultsThe importance of deciding what you're not willing to sacrificeBuilding a nutrition plan around your real lifeHow to enjoy family dinners, vacations, and social events without sabotaging progressWhy sustainable fat loss always beats temporary perfectionIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's tired of starting over every Monday. For more practical strategies on fat loss, muscle building, and long-term health, check out the links in the show notes.

Episode Highlights With KatieWhat my birth was like this timeThe things that I think made it easierWhat I'm doing differently now with ten more years of parenting and contextHow simple I'm keeping things this timeResources MentionedHiro Diapers - use code wellnessmama for a discountBioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

In Part Two of Clint's conversation with Ryan Hawk, host of “The Learning Leader Show” and author of “The Price of Becoming,” Ryan talks about the daily habits, disciplines, and mindset shifts that separate good leaders from great ones. From protecting time for deep work and building intentional cultures to mentoring others, giving feedback, and staying fully present with the people who matter most, this conversation is packed with practical leadership advice you can apply immediately.This is the second part of a two-part conversation.Topics Covered:Why deep work is becoming a competitive advantageBuilding focus in a world full of distractionsThe importance of presence, attention, and intentional communicationCreating healthy morning routines that set the tone for leadershipBalancing ambition, work, and familyDefining culture through behaviors, not slogansBuilding strong cultures in remote and hybrid organizationsEscaping zero-sum thinking and adopting an abundance mindsetIdentifying "givers" during the hiring processWhy bad news only gets worse with timeRunning meetings that create value instead of wasting timeThe power of handwritten notes, reflection, and continuous learningLinks:Ryan's website - https://learningleader.com/ Ryan's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanhawk12/ Ryan's book, “The Price of Becoming” - https://amzn.to/4piQs3k

Your wedding day timeline doesn't need to be scheduled down to the minute—but it does need to be realistic.After planning hundreds of weddings, I've noticed the same timeline mistakes come up again and again. Most of them aren't major disasters on their own, but together they create a day that feels rushed, stressful, and harder to enjoy.In this episode, I'm sharing the seven biggest wedding day timeline mistakes I see couples make and how you can avoid them before your wedding day arrives.We'll cover:Why buffer time is one of the most important parts of your timelineActivities that almost always take longer than couples expectHow to maximize your cocktail hour with smarter photo planningOutside factors that can throw off your scheduleWhy your wedding party needs more information than just a ceremony timeThe importance of building in intentional time togetherWho should actually be responsible for keeping the day on scheduleIf you've started working on your wedding day timeline—or you'll be creating one soon—this episode will help you build a timeline that's realistic, flexible, and far less stressful.Join the FREE Wedding Planning Happy Hour!If you'd like help creating your own wedding day timeline, I'd love to have you at my first free Wedding Planning Happy Hour on Wednesday, August 26th at 6:00 PM EST.We'll spend about 30 minutes walking through how to build a realistic timeline, common mistakes to avoid, and then open it up for live Q&A.Register for free: PlanningCollective.com/happyhour

If you're an entrepreneur you've probably heard that you need the perfect marketing strategy, a bigger audience, and the latest social media hack to build a successful business.But what if the real marketing secret is... your reputation?This week, I'm sitting down with someone who's had a front row seat to that truth for more than 40 years... my father-in-law, Arthur Csillag.He's spent decades building a thriving law practice without chasing followers, algorithms, or personal branding. Instead, he built something even more valuable: trust.And honestly? This chat reminded me that some of the best business advice doesn't come from the internet. It comes from people who've quietly been doing the work for decades. We Chat About:Why your reputation is still your greatest marketing strategyHow Arthur built a successful business one client at a timeThe surprising role anger played in pushing him to become an entrepreneurHow to know which clients to say yes to (and which ones to walk away from)Why passion has to come before the paycheck if you want to build something that lastsWe also talk about the role his wife, Margaret, played at home AND at work and why the work you do when nobody's watching is often what determines your long-term success.If you've been questioning whether all the hustle, algorithms, and constant pressure to market yourself are really the only way to build a business... this chat may be the reminder you needed!Connect with Nicole:Read Context is Everything: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersYouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtubeEpisode Sponsor:Visit Luxetribes.com and use code NICOLE at checkout for $100 off eligible group trips. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the healing work you already did doesn't mean the shame is actually gone?Dr. Frank Spinelli breaks down why old shame can resurface years after you thought you'd worked through it, even after real therapy, real progress, and real proof you'd changed. This conversation goes past the idea that healing is something you finish into what it actually takes to live alongside shame long term, not just survive it once.What you'll learn:Why the critical voice in your head was never yoursHow trauma loops try to fix the past through repetitionWhy staying busy can mask shame for years at a timeThe daily practice that keeps old wounds from running the showDr. Frank Spinelli is a physician and author of The Shame Compass. He survived childhood abuse, later confronted his abuser as an adult, and built a framework for working with shame after his own healing cracked back open during the pandemic.Find Frank's book "The Shame Compass" and all links at: mindlove.com/464Ready to build a daily practice for working through your shame instead of white-knuckling it alone? Join the free Mind Love Collective for consistent transformation, one call a month all year. mindlove.com/joinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to the Grief Series, a collection of conversations about the grief woven throughout our lives with some extraordinary women bringing their raw, vulnerable stories to the mic. I hope you see yourself somewhere in these stories.…This episode is for anyone who has ever had to keep showing up while watching someone they love disappear. My guest, Cait Howard, has experienced profound loss while building a business, raising three little girls, and navigating the many roles life has asked of her. Somehow, through all of it, she has kept moving forward. She brought so much honesty, wisdom, and heart to this conversation, and I think it's one you'll carry with you long after it ends.TOPICS WE EXPLORELosing two parents in a short period of time Being a new mom && a caregiver at the same timeThe guilt of being pulled in every direction at onceHow subconscious work changed the way she moved through her mom's illnessBig G grief && little G griefHow she protects herself through the griefNavigating a business partnership with your husband through lossWhat she wishes someone had told herTHE POINTGrief doesn't have an endpoint. It has seasons && the only way through it is to let it be your own.ABOUT CAITCait Howard is the founder of Amplify Boutique, a podcast launch and management agency, and co-host of the Podcasting Moms Conference. She helps women get their voices && messages into the world through podcasting… she does it from just outside Nashville with her husband && their three little girls.Find her on Instagram @heycaithoward and at amplifyboutique.com.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEAmplify Boutique (Cait's podcast agency)Shamelessly Ambitious Soundcheck (free curated episode playlists)Work with AshAre you loving it? Send Ash a text! MORE ABOUT ASHI'm Ash McDonald — the Entrepreneur's Therapist. Trained therapist, seasoned entrepreneur, mom of 3, && the person you call when your business coach doesn't get your brain && your therapist doesn't get your business.I built the thing I couldn't find anywhere else: whole-picture support that holds your strategy && your humanity in the same conversation at the same time. LINKS:Work with me 1:1 → Deep CutsFast-track your results → The Green RoomSolve one thing right now → Studio SessionsBurnout-proof your life && business → MixtapeGet your free podcast playlists → The SoundcheckWeekly emails that tell you what your business coach won't && your therapist can't → Subscribe to The BeatWebsite: ashmcdonaldmentoring.com

In today's video, we're taking a walk down memory lane and ranking the best and worst vacations we've ever been on. From dream destinations that lived up to the hype to total travel disasters we'll never forget, we're sharing the honest truth about our travel experiences. Whether it was a luxury getaway or a camping trip gone wrong, we've learned a lot along the way. Grab a snack and join us for some laughs and travel stories!In this video:Our top 3 favorite vacations of all timeThe vacation we would NEVER do againTravel mishaps and lessons learnedDay 109 of our 365-day journeyThanks for being part of the Frankie N Alex community! If you enjoyed this video, don't forget to like and subscribe for more of our daily adventures.#travelstories #bestvacations #worstvacations #day109 #frankienalex Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here.

In this episode of Whiskey Lens, we step into the world of bespoke, age-old Scotch whisky with James Mackay of Artisan Cask (Artisanal Spirits Company). From rare drams to the art of private cask ownership, this conversation unpacks how exclusive cask experiences can elevate your entire whisky journey — and what it actually takes to own one.James shares stories from his years in premium Scotch, including one of the rarest pours of his career: a 52-year-old grain whisky that sold at auction for $20,000. We dig into the unique profile of the Mortlach 1991 Artisan Cask No. 304590 — its natural cask strength, craftsmanship, and surprising approachability for bourbon drinkers — along with why cask re-racking and multi-stage maturation matter so much for building complexity.The conversation also covers:What it's actually like to own a private cask — sampling, aging decisions, and bottle deliveryThe social and personal side of ownership, including exclusive events and communityRegionality and terroir in Scotch, with real examples from Islay, Speyside, and beyondHow cask type — sherry vs. bourbon — shapes flavor over timeThe right glassware for tasting high-end Scotch, and why presentation mattersScotch's growing role in cocktail culture and pairing ideasA deep dive into Bunnahabhain 1989 and long-maturation complexityPeated Islay whisky and how peat profiles evolve over decades of agingWhat it takes to actually partner with Artisan Cask — minimum investment, entry pricing, and the full processWhether you're a Scotch collector, a whisky-curious bourbon drinker, or just fascinated by how the ultra-premium end of the spirits world works, this episode is packed with insider knowledge you won't find anywhere else.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to Whiskey Lens and guest James Mackay00:45 Overview of Artisan Cask and bespoke cask ownership01:30 James Mackay's background and experience in premium Scotch03:00 Highlighting rare whiskies, including a 52-year-old grain whisky auction04:40 The story behind the auction-winning whisky and its significance05:15 Tasting notes and profile of the Mortlach 1991 Artisan Cask06:57 How non-typical casks create unique flavors08:00 Artisanal Spirits' approach to cask selection and individual character10:40 The nose and palate of the Mortlach cask and approachability for bourbon drinkers11:26 The ownership process: sampling, aging, and bottle logistics12:54 Ownership intimacy: tasting samples and choosing bottling time14:26 Personal stories about cask ownership and its lasting impressions15:50 Tasting experience and glassware preferences16:42 Exploring Bunnahabhain 1989 and complexity from long maturation18:36 Cask management and secondary maturation processes20:18 Impact of re-racking and depth of whisky development22:42 Specifics on cask types: refill bourbon, sherry, and their influence24:38 Pairing whiskey with desserts and cocktails25:28 The social aspect of ownership: exclusive events and community26:38 High-net-worth audience and the premium experience27:09 Scotch in cocktails and regional diversity31:03 The nuances of peated Islay whiskies and aging effects34:01 The uniqueness of a special peated Islay cask36:14 The evolution of peat profiles over long aging periods38:27 Using cask-strength Scotch in premium cocktails39:20 Choosing a "desert island" cask for endless refills48:01 The partnership process with Artisan Cask: minimum investment and next steps50:21 Entry point and pricing details for exclusive cask ownership53:19 Final thoughts, thanks, and future meet-ups

What does it really take to make a documentary that finds an audience and earns its money back?“You have to have the passion for the story and the passion to do the work, because it will not be easy.”— Joe AmodeiIf you want to make a documentary, the hardest questions are not the ones about cameras. They are about access, money, and whether anyone will ever watch it. In Documentary First Episode 283, a distributor who has spent more than forty-five years releasing films, and has now directed his first one, gives 7 filmmaking tips that cut straight to those questions, from getting access to a famous subject to setting a budget that can actually earn its money back.In Episode 283, Christian Taylor sits down with Joe Amodei, the founder of Virgil Films and a film distributor of more than forty-five years, who has released hundreds of documentaries including Super Size Me, the Oscar-nominated Restrepo, and Forks Over Knives. After decades of releasing other people's films and learning from the mistakes he watched filmmakers make, Joe finally made his own: Cold War in Philly, the story of the night in 1976 when the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Soviet Red Army. He came to find out whether his own advice would hold up.The throughline is simple and a little daring: a career distributor became a first-time director, determined not to repeat the mistakes he had watched other filmmakers make. Along the way he explains how he got access to a legendary NHL team through its alumni association, why he kept the budget under $250,000, why a built-in audience mattered so much, and a first documentary that sold out theaters across Philadelphia. Running underneath it is the Cold War itself: the KGB minders, the players who hated the government but not each other, and the heroes Joe got on camera before they were gone.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:How to get access to famous people and organizations, through the alumni associationWhat Joe did once he was in the room: prove yourself, be yourself, and be honestThe deals he had to clear before filming, the team, the owner, and the league, and that they took nearly a yearWhy a built-in audience is what decides whether an indie film succeedsWhat to budget for a documentary, and why Joe will not spend more than $250,000 on an indie docHow Joe made sure to get the players on camera, including two who passed away after their interviewsWhy his first film took two and a half years, and what he would do differently next timeThe qualities that make a film distributor worth trusting: answering calls, paying on time, being honestThe two things Joe says it takes to finish a filmWhy Joe believes the work is worth it, from the players' gratitude to a film that outlives everyoneCHAPTERS0:00 Becoming a First-Time Director2:42 How Do You Get Access?9:33 Capturing Heroes in Time13:04 Structuring the Documentary21:20 The Grind of Production28:11 Selling Out Theaters38:32 What Makes a Film Succeed?41:37 What Should a Doc Budget Be?44:48 How Do You Keep Going?47:38 Is Filmmaking Worth It?FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSHow do you get access to famous people or organizations for a documentary?Go through the alumni association. Joe Amodei got the Philadelphia Flyers by working with the team's alumni group, which controls appearances for former players. Nearly every major sports team and league has one, usually run by one or two people. Find that person, earn their trust, and they can open the door to the whole roster. Then be ready to handle the separate contracts with the team, the owner, and the league.How much does it cost to make a documentary?For an independent documentary, Joe Amodei's rule is not to spend more than $250,000. The reasoning is about return: know what the film can realistically earn back before you set the documentary budget, and understand the market you are spending against. A built-in audience and disciplined spending give a documentary a real chance to make its money back.What makes an independent film succeed in today's market?A built-in audience. Joe Amodei says a film does best when people already care about the subject before it exists. Cold War in Philly had Flyers fans waiting for it, and the sold-out theatrical run followed. If you cannot name the audience for your idea, Joe's view is you might not want to make it. When you can, the film has a base to launch from and can cross over to viewers beyond the core, people who told Joe they were not even hockey fans.What does it take to succeed as a documentary filmmaker?Two things, according to Joe Amodei: passion and willpower. Passion for the story carries you through a process that will not be easy, and willpower keeps you going when the edit stalls and the work is not moving as fast as you wanted. You owe it to your investors, your subjects, and the people who gave up their time to sit for you. His advice is simple: you cannot give up.What should you look for in a film distributor?Christian describes what makes Joe a distributor worth trusting: he answers calls and emails, pays on time, sends the reports that are due, and is honest. She notes that this basic reliability is rarer than it should be in the business, and it is exactly what separates a distributor you can trust from one you cannot.DOCUVIEW DÉJÀ VU PICKSIn the DocuView Déjà Vu segment, Joe Amodei highlighted two documentaries from the Virgil Films slate: She Was Here, about the young actress from Poltergeist, and Broken Brothers, directed by Jeff Levine, a future Documentary First guest. Both are available on Amazon and Apple TV.SPONSORED BYVirgil Films Entertainment. With more than twenty-five years of distribution experience, Virgil releases documentaries and indie features and works directly with every major platform. Learn more at https://virgilfilms.com.ABOUT JOE AMODEIJoe Amodei is the founder of Virgil Films and a film distributor with more than forty-five years in the industry. He started in retail, worked in live entertainment for Ted Turner and Barry Diller, and went on to release hundreds of documentaries, including Super Size Me, the Oscar-nominated Restrepo, and Forks Over Knives. Cold War in Philly is his directorial debut, the story of the 1976 game in which the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Soviet Red Army. Learn more at https://coldwarinphilly.com.ABOUT VIRGIL FILMSVirgil Films and Entertainment is an independent distributor known for documentaries and indie features, with a catalog that includes Super Size Me, Restrepo, Forks Over Knives, To Die For, Seven Yards, and Speed is Expensive. The company works directly with every major transactional platform and offers filmmakers a range of deals, from standard distribution to service arrangements. Recent and upcoming releases include She Was Here and Broken Brothers. Learn more at https://virgilfilms.com.ABOUT DOCUMENTARY FIRSTDocumentary First is the show where we dig into the craft of filmmaking, the business, and the truth of it. Host Christian Taylor is a documentary filmmaker, actor, and voice actor, and the director of The Girl Who Wore Freedom and Heroes of Carentan. Each week she sits down with the people who make documentaries and pulls out what actually works.RESOURCES MENTIONEDCold War in Philly (film site): https://coldwarinphilly.com/Cold War in Philly is available to rent or buy on Amazon, Apple TV, Vudu, and YouTubeThe Girl Who Wore Freedom (Christian Taylor, distributed by Virgil Films)Films referenced: Super Size Me, Restrepo, Forks Over KnivesLISTEN AND FOLLOWListen to this episode and follow Documentary First on your favorite app:...

Back by popular demand, this is one of 2026's most-listened episodes. If you're building your birth plan right now, grab your notebook and tune in, mama! What if the birth plan you worked so hard on… actually set you up for disappointment?Most moms spend hours researching, Googling templates, and checking every box, and still walk away from birth feeling blindsided, unprepared, or like the whole experience just happened around them. And it's not their fault. It's because nobody ever showed them what a birth plan is actually supposed to do, or the mistakes that quietly sabotage even the most prepared moms in the delivery room.In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the most common birth plan mistakes I see all the time, and more importantly, exactly what to do instead. Whether you're just starting to think about your birth plan or you already have one and something feels off, this episode is going to change the way you think about it completely.Here are some highlights from the episode:Why the birth plan templates you find online might be working against youThe real reason birth plans fall flat when labor actually beginsMistake #1: The mindset shift that changes how you approach your birth planMistake #2: The powerful (and totally underused) way to use your birth plan before you ever step foot in a delivery roomMistake #3: Why planning only for your ideal birth can leave you feeling lost when things shiftHow to use your birth plan to learn something really important about your provider ahead of timeThe free Birth Map download that makes the whole process feel so much easier: https://www.myessentialbirth.com/birthplan Birth doesn't have to go perfectly for you to walk away feeling incredible about your experience. What matters most is that you felt informed, understood your options, and had a voice every step of the way. I know you're going to love it, mama. Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast!Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple PodcastsFind “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcastSelect “Ratings and Reviews”Click the stars!Select “Write a Review” and tell us what was the most amazing, comforting, eye-opening thing that you loved! On SpotifyFind "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcastClick the 3 dots "..."Select "Rate podcast"Click the stars and write a quick review!FOLLOW "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier!Here's how to do it in just 2 seconds:On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page.On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show titlesLet's Connect!Three exercises to help prepare you for your BEST birth: https://www.myessentialbirth.com/3-exercises Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com.  Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM! 

I've done some ‘normal' things to build my body confidence, and I've done some pretty unhinged things. Because when I'm scared of something, my brain doesn't ease me in gently - it goes straight for the most ridiculous version of facing it. So in this episode I'm handing over the receipts. Not the standard body image advice you've heard a hundred times - the actual unhinged stuff I've done that's genuinely made a big difference! In this episode I'll share:The full list of ‘unhinged' things I've done for my body confidence - and believe me, some of them are wildWhy exposure therapy beats a pep talk every timeThe reasons why each of these things grow your body confidence FASTThe Be-Do-Have mindset - and how you're probably running it the wrong wayThree questions to map out your own comfort zone growth✋

Dr. Gary McGowan drops in to share a masterclass on cardiovascular disease and its major risk factors, including:The relationship between cholesterol and cardiovascular diseaseWhy LDL cholesterol is importantWhat causes LDL cholesterol to riseThe dietary factors that can increase LDL cholesterolNavigating misleading claims about LDL from the carnivore diet communityWhy elimination diets can appear to improve someone's healthThe relationship between obesity and cardiovascular diseaseWhy not all fat storage in the body is associated with the same level of disease riskVisceral fat, BMI, and the personal fat thresholdWhy cardiovascular risk accumulates over timeThe role of genetics in cholesterol and blood pressureWhat causes high blood pressureThe role of dietary sodium in hypertensionThe most important lifestyle behaviours for lowering cardiovascular disease riskHow to screen for atherosclerotic plaque buildup in your arteriesCoronary artery calcium scans and CCTA imagingWhether caffeine and energy drinks increase the risk of heart problemsAnd much moreFollow Gary on Instagram:@drgarymcgowanCHAPTERS01:31 Cholesterol and Heart Risk04:50 Why LDL Rises06:23 Diet Drivers of LDL09:31 Coffee and Cholesterol10:32 Exercise and Lipids12:19 Carnivore LDL Debate18:32 Elimination Diet Reality21:48 Obesity and Heart Disease26:26 Visceral Fat and BMI31:15 BMI Reality Check32:24 Personal Fat Threshold32:46 Obesity Over Time33:58 Cumulative Risk Model34:58 Blood Pressure Drivers36:04 Salt and the Modern Diet38:21 Lifestyle Risk Pillars38:53 Heart Plaque Screening41:32 Calcium Scans Explained44:33 CCTA for Soft Plaque48:17 Caffeine and Heart Risk53:14 Energy Drink Extremes55:21 Where to Find Gary57:34 Final Wrap-UpSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand cholesterol, blood pressure, or cardiovascular disease risk, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media — tag me and I'll respondSending it to someone who is confused about cholesterol, blood pressure, or heart healthFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP STRENGTH APPUse code COATESRP:https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJUST BITE ME MEALSUse code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off:https://justbitememeals.comMACROSFIRST – FREE PREMIUM TRIALDownload MacrosFirst and during setup you'll be asked:“How did you hear about us?”Type in the code: ANDREWKNKG BAGS – 15% OFFhttps://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676VERSA GRIPPShttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90-DAY TRIALComplete these two steps:Go to:https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive — or email trials@trainheroic.com — and let them know Andrew sent you.L1 BIOMECHANICS AND ASSESSMENT COURSEUse code COATES:https://pro.activelifeprofessional.com/assessmentworkshopevents

The difference between real choice, and expectations, validation and approval masquerading as choice.This episode wasn't planned.Laurie Reynoldson was out on a hike when something clicked — an idea she'd never quite heard articulated before, about the nature of the choices we think we've been making. She scrapped the scheduled guest episode and recorded this one instead. And it might be one of the most honest things she's put into the world.Two big ideas live in this episode. The first: midlife has no age requirement...and the women who think they've missed it almost certainly haven't. The second: most of the choices we made in the first half of our lives weren't really choices at all. They were expectations, dressed up as freedom.Both ideas are worth sitting with. A lot.What we cover:Why Laurie scrapped her planned episode to record this one — and why the hike that inspired it might be the most productive thing she did all weekThe messages that genuinely make her sad: women in their 50s, 60s, and 70s who think they've missed midlifeWhy age is the wrong way to think about midlife — and why the woman listening to this podcast right now, regardless of her age, is almost certainly still in itThe mathematical midpoint of a woman's life in the United States: late 30s, early 40sBrené Brown's quote about midlife — and where Laurie respectfully disagreesHer 93-year-old mother-in-law, dementia, and what actually marks the end of midlife: the loss of capacity for self-determinationWhy midlife ends not at a number, but when you stop learning, stop having new experiences, and stop being able to make decisions about your own lifeThe woman in her late 50s who wrote to say she thinks she missed her chance — and what Laurie wants her to hearThe big uncomfortable question: did we actually make choices in the first half of our lives, or were we just doing what was expected of us?The appearance of choice: how expectations, approval-seeking, and validation shape what look like free decisionsThe first job example: was it actually a choice, or was it a script installed before you were old enough to question it?The body example: how genes, work obligations, perimenopause, and biology complicate the idea that how we look is simply a result of our choicesHobson's choice: what it means when something looks like a choice but the freedom isn't really thereThe marriage example: choosing a partner at an age before fully knowing yourself, inside societal expectations about timelines and what it means to be chosenWhy none of this makes us victims — but why it might explain why life doesn't always feel like oursWhy asking "is this really what I wanted?" at 2am is not a sign that something is wrong — it's a sign that you're finally asking the right question, maybe for the first timeThe reframe: midlife as the first real opportunity most women have ever had to make actual choices — fully informed, eyes open, from a place of genuine self-knowledgeWhy the woman arriving at this question in her late 50s is arriving with something she didn't have at 35: she knows what didn't work, what she suppressed, and what the yardstick cost herWhat Laurie's coaching actually does — and what it doesn't doA genuine ask: Laurie wants to hear your thoughts on this idea. This one is still forming, and your response matters.Update on The New Midlife — 40,000 words in, still writing, and this episode is part of the processQuotable moments"You've just been too busy life-ing. That's different than missing an opportunity completely.""What closed the window for my mother-in-law wasn't her age. It was the loss of the capacity for self-determination.""So long as you are continuing to learn new things and have new experiences, I believe you're still in midlife.""It's the appearance of choice, dressed up in a lot of expectation.""That choice is cloaked in expectations and validation and approval. It seems like it's really less about choice and free will than living up to a yardstick put in front of us by how we were raised.""'Choice' is generous. Because I don't think it was free choice.""Yes, it looks like a choice — but when you peel back the layers, you realize there was never really any choice there at all. It was made for us.""It might explain why your life doesn't feel like your own.""There is no age limit on asking these questions."Laurie's ask for this episodeThis idea is still forming. Laurie genuinely wants to hear from you:Did the choices you made in the first half of your life feel like real choices? Or did they feel more like living up to expectations?→ Send her an email → DM on InstagramResources + links mentionedApply for the BEST LIFE Mastermind — applications close July 31Book a 15-minute call with Laurie

In this episode, Simon sits down with Molly Rose Speed, Founder of the Virtual Assistant Academy and an online operations expert who has spent more than 13 years helping entrepreneurs build efficient businesses through systems, delegation, and high-performing remote teams.Molly shares how leaving corporate life led her to become one of the early pioneers in the virtual assistant industry. She explains how she transformed a simple freelance business into a successful academy and placement agency that trains and connects certified virtual assistants with entrepreneurs across the United States.The conversation explores when business owners should hire their first virtual assistant, how to delegate effectively, the importance of documenting systems, and the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make during hiring and onboarding. Molly also discusses productivity, time freedom, creating scalable businesses, and why AI is becoming an essential tool for both business owners and virtual assistants.Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, freelancer, coach, consultant, or someone looking to build a more efficient business, this episode provides practical strategies for outsourcing, building systems, and creating a business that gives you more freedom instead of more stress.Key MomentsMolly Rose Speed's entrepreneurial journey from corporate life to founding the Virtual Assistant AcademyHow the pandemic accelerated the adoption of virtual assistantsWhen entrepreneurs should hire their first virtual assistantIdentifying which business tasks should be delegatedHow to interview and evaluate a great virtual assistantBuilding trust and overcoming the fear of delegationWhy documenting your processes before hiring saves timeThe biggest onboarding mistakes business owners makeCreating communication systems for remote teamsHow virtual assistants create time freedom for entrepreneursAI's impact on remote work and virtual assistantsMolly's top advice for aspiring virtual assistants and business ownersWhat's next for Molly Rose Speed and the Virtual Assistant AcademyTo learn more about Molly Rose Speed, please visit her LinkedIn profileTo learn more about Virtual Assistant Academy, please visit her website.YOUR HOST - SIMON LADER    Simon Lader is the host of The Conference Room, Co-Founder of global executive search firm Salisi Human Capital, and lead generation consultancy Flow and Scale. Since 1997, Simon has helped cybersecurity vendors to build highly effective teams, and since 2022 he has helped people create consistent revenue through consistent lead generation.      Get to know more about Simon at:    Website: https://simonlader.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonlader  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/headhuntersimonlader/    The Conference Room is available onSpotifyApple podcastsAmazon MusicIHeartRadio

Mercury retrograde is way more than your ex texting you and your flights getting delayed. In this episode Audrey sits down with Eir Atla — intuitive healer and medical astrologer — to break down what Mercury retrograde is actually doing to your body, your nervous system, your emotions, and your digestion right now.In this episode you'll learn:What Mercury actually rules in your body and why it goes so much deeper than just communicationWhy Mercury retrograde in Cancer specifically has everyone so in their feelings and emotionally all over the place right nowWhy your mom might be randomly texting you or why you're thinking about people you haven't thought about in yearsWhat the pre and post shadow periods actually are and why some people feel them just as hard as the retrograde itselfHow Mercury takes on the energy of whatever sign it moves through and what that means for your body each timeThe vitamin deficiency that is literally making your nervous system frazzled during retrograde and the easy fixConnect with Eir:Website: atlaastrology.comHerbal preparations: eirsalixers.comSocial: @atlasastrologyPodcast: Alchemy, Astrology, and Astro Health✨✨ RISE Tribe - Next Steps✨✨For All the Things:  www.helloaudreyrose.com/linkinbio RISE Retreat:  https://www.helloaudreyrose.com/retreatFREE 7 day Nervous System Reset Group - get daily nervous system reset practices in just 10 min a day, with Audrey as your guide https://www.helloaudreyrose.com/7days Nervous System Reset Training (Free): www.helloaudreyrose.com/reset Happiness Bundle - www.helloaudreyrose.com/happiness 

In episode 294 of the Fit Father Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Brent Yates, founder of AION, to break down the real science behind weighted vest training — and why adding load, compression, and heat to your daily walks and workouts could be one of the smartest longevity moves a man over 40 can make. Dr. Anthony speaks from personal experience, having worn the AION vest daily on his morning walks with his dog Luna and during bodyweight training sessions, noticing more calorie burn, more sweat, and a genuine upgrade in workout quality without changing anything else.Brent's story is compelling on its own. At 60, he was competing professionally in long drive golf contests when he tore his supraspinatus, underwent surgery, and watched 15 pounds of hard-earned muscle disappear while 15 pounds of belly fat took its place. Frustrated by every weighted vest on the market — all of which hurt his body or compromised his movement — he built his own. What emerged was a patented three-in-one system: compression for blood flow and recovery, thermogenic heat trapping for calorie burn, and fractional load distributed across nearly 45% of the body.The data backs it up. AION's research shows the vest gets you into Zone 2 cardio 50% faster than wearing a t-shirt, with 20% higher heart rates and 18% more calories burned during the same workout. Brent also shares his mindset framework for comeback after injury — a powerful message for any man over 40 who feels like he's starting over physically. If you want to do more with less, train smarter as you age, and build a tool into your daily life that keeps working even when you're walking the dog or playing pickleball, this episode delivers.Rate & Review – If this episode helped you think differently about how you train and recover after 40, please take a minute to rate and review the Fit Father Project Podcast. Your review helps more men discover the show and get the tools they need to build strength, energy, and long-term health.Join the Fit Father Community – Want support from other men working to get stronger, leaner, and healthier after 40? Join the Fit Father brotherhood and surround yourself with men who are committed to living with more energy, strength, and purpose.Key TakeawaysWhy compression is the "holy grail" of the AION vest — and how it drives blood flow, oxygen delivery, and anti-inflammatory recoveryThe three-part system that makes the AION vest different: compression, thermogenic heat trapping, and fractional loadHow the vest gets you into Zone 2 cardio 50% faster — with 20% higher heart rate and 18% more calories burnedWhy fractional loading across 45% of your body matters more than piling weight in one placeThe optimal vest weight for men: 5–7% of your body weight (a 160-pound man starts at roughly 8 pounds)Why too much weight actually slows your metabolism down — and how to know when to increase loadWhether men with 50-plus pounds to lose should use a weighted vest (the answer is yes, with smart modifications)Brent's personal comeback story: shoulder surgery at 60, five total surgeries, and how he rebuilt stronger each timeThe mindset shift every man needs after injury — go back to the driving range, not straight to the majorsWhy the strength and health you build now is your insurance policy for every surgery, setback, and challenge aheadTry the ION Weighted Vest – This episode is sponsored by ION (AION), the only patented compression weighted vest on the market combining load, heat, and compression in a single sleek, form-fitting design. Dr. Anthony wears it every single day and fully endorses the product. Visit aiongear.com and use promo code FIT FAMILY for a discount on your order. The vest is also HSA and FSA eligible — so check your health savings accounts before you buy.Want To Change Your Life? Check Out FF30X!FF30X is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy men over 40. With short metabolic workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, FF30X can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest. Click here to see everything you get when you join FF30X.Breakthrough In The Desert LIVE 2026!Come experience the energy of Breakthrough In The Desert, in person this August 7–9 in Phoenix. You'll enjoy transformational teaching, nourishing meals, and the kind of real community that leaves you feeling recharged, inspired, and deeply connected. Reserve your spot now and join us for an unforgettable weekend. We look forward to meeting you!*Please know that weight loss results and health changes/improvements vary individually; you may not achieve similar results. Always consult with your doctor before making health decisions. This is not medical advice - simply very well-researched information on longevity training, muscle health, and healthy aging.

I just wrapped up a launch with a 12% conversion rate, and I'm gonna tell you all about it. I don't typically take you behind the scenes of my business quite like this, but today I am, because this is the stuff I spend most of my time on now (the education side of my business). And this launch was my best one yet.In this episode, I'm breaking down the two big tests I ran with this launch of Behind the Shot: going all organic (no ads into the masterclass) and treating Behind the Shot as its own standalone launch instead of always pushing Rebrand. I'm sharing the real numbers, what I learned about my funnel, and what you're probably underestimating the most in your content. If you've ever wondered what actually goes into a successful launch, or you're curious about the education side of business ownership, this one's for you!We're talking:Why I tested an all-organic launch (no ads) for the first timeThe exact numbers: 300+ on the wait list, 36 enrolled, 12% conversionHow my shot list freebie is quietly doing more work than I realizedThe real amount of content it takes to have a launch like this (spoiler: it's a lot)Why I'm rethinking how often I launch Behind the Shot vs. RebrandThe mindset shift I want you to have around posting and sellingLinks & Resources

In the 1800s, the smartest financial advice your grandparents could receive was: don't save money, because it will probably go to zero. Stocks were considered scams. Real estate was the only real path to wealth. Crypto isn't the future, it's a replay of something that happened dozens of times before the Civil War. Dr. Joseph Moore is a historian, a New York Times bestselling author, and someone who has spent his career proving that what always worked was always changing. His book is How to Get Rich in American History, and this conversation will make you rethink at least three things you currently believe about money.What You'll Walk Away WithWhy grandparents in the 1800s told their grandchildren never to save money -- and why that advice was completely rational at the timeThe crypto-as-past argument: why self-issued currencies have existed since before the Civil War, why they all eventually went to zero, and what the one thing is that actually made the US dollar trustworthyWhy stocks beating bonds in the long run is only true since World War II -- and what that means for treating any historical financial truth as permanentThe go-ahead philosophy: why Americans used to define success as actively moving forward rather than passively not falling behind -- and why that shift in language reveals something importantWhy financial gurus get a worse reputation than they deserve -- and the German economist's study that showed Dave Ramsey alone has saved the US economy the GDP of a mid-sized nation stateThe FIRE movement isn't new: the original four-hour workday, a man with Ten Acres Enough in 1850s New Jersey, and what the Nearings' Vermont maple farm story actually teaches about the selling of early retirementFast time versus slow time: why the financial media is paid to tell you it's always fast time, why it's almost never fast time, and how to know the difference when it actually mattersWhy the 4% rule and the safe withdrawal rate are research findings worth knowing -- and exactly why building a 30-year financial plan around a fixed number is still a mistakeFive first-half 2026 lessons from the Stacking Benjamins mentor vault: creativity, adversity, mistakes, the go-ahead mindset, and compoundingThe compounding belief problem: why OG's framework for trusting the math you've already lived is the most underrated motivational tool in personal financeWhy This Matters NowEvery financial truth that feels permanent right now -- index funds always win, real estate always appreciates, crypto is either the future or a scam -- is newer than you think and more conditional than it sounds. The investors who build real flexibility into their plans are the ones who survive when the conditions change. And the conditions always change.From the BasementDr. Joseph Moore joins Joe and OG to pick fights with crypto, passive income, real estate mythology, Napoleon Hill, and the entire academic finance establishment -- while making the case that financial gurus, properly understood, have done more measurable good for American wealth than all the finance professors combined. OG is in Colorado acclimating for a bicycle climb that has Doug genuinely concerned about whether a financial co-host counts as a dependent. Doug arrives with trivia tied to today's birthday that connects Nintendo's origins to something nobody expected. Five mentor highlights from the first half of 2026 close the episode -- including clips from George Newman on creativity, Jim Murphy on adversity, Bola Sokunbi on surviving a very expensive rollover mistake, Beth Kobliner on why young people are gambling instead of saving, and Cody Berman on the compounding moment that changes everything.Resources MentionedHow to Get Rich in American History by Dr. Joseph Moore -- New York Times bestseller; available at bookstores and on Amazon; josephmoore.comInner Excellence by Jim Murphy -- referenced for mental strength and adversity; available wherever books are soldClever Girl Finance -- Bola Sokunbi; clevergirlfinance.comAfford Anything podcast -- Paula Pant; referenced in first-half mentor recapRetire by 30 by Cody Berman -- retireby30book.comGet a Financial Life by Beth Kobliner -- referenced in first-half mentor recapStacking Benjamins Field Kit -- stackingbenjamins.com/fieldkitStacking Benjamins Newsletter (The 201) -- stackingbenjamins.com/201; write Joe at joe@stackingbenjamins.com with your favorite first-half lessonStacking Benjamins Community -- stackingbenjamins.com/basementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Confidence in Bible study doesn't come from mastering everything at once. It grows through small, faithful steps over time.So often, we expect ourselves to immediately understand Scripture in a way we would never expect with any other skill. When confidence doesn't come quickly, it's easy to feel intimidated, discouraged, or spiritually behind.In this episode, Angie steps away briefly from the Cast Your Cares series and dives into Zechariah 4:10. This conversation is a reminder that growth is often built through repetition, practice, and simply showing up.What you'll hear in this week's episodeWhy small beginnings matter in Bible studyHow unrealistic expectations can create intimidation and discouragementThe difference between consuming content and personally engaging with ScriptureA personal story about learning and growing in Bible study over timeThe reminder that slow growth is still growthResourcesBible Study SessionsA new four-week guided experience designed to help women begin studying Scripture in a simple, approachable, and supportive environment.Find details and registration here: https://livesteadyon.com/bible-study-sessions/Step By Step Starter KitA simple, guided resource to help you open Scripture with confidence and study one verse at a time alongside the podcast.Download it for free here: https://steadyon.myflodesk.com/stepbystepVerse of the Week"Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin." Zechariah 4:10a (NLT)Connect with Angie & Steady Onhttps://www.livesteadyon.comTheme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison

Ever feel like your homeschool planner is just a guilt trip in a spiral binding? Been there, bought the (overly ambitious) boxed curriculum, cried all over it. In this episode, I'm peeling back the curtain on my own 23-year planning evolution—the good, the bad, and the “how did we get this far off track?” moments.If your school year starts hopeful, but quickly turns into a flip-and-flop scramble between “we're already behind in math” and “wait, who moved the lesson plans again?”, you're not alone. I've walked that tightrope between Pinterest-perfect plans and the reality of messy, beautiful family life.Today, I'm breaking down:Why your planning approach might actually be feeding your overwhelmThe not-so-glamorous backstory of my own planning fails (and what finally clicked)Why I finally ditched those one-size-fits-none grid schedules for a plan that actually worksAnd yes—we're going deep on my absolute favorite strategy: Put Your Homeschool Year on Autopilot. Honestly? Total game-changer for ditching the chaos, the guilt, and the endless Sunday-night planner panic.If you're ready for practical peace, more consistent days, and just a tad more joy in your homeschool, you'll find all kinds of hope in this conversation.What you'll learn:How boxed curricula and rigid schedules can set you up for stress and comparison (yep, I lived it)The ugly truth about planning “shoulds” vs. what actually fits your real lifeWhy a big-picture vision beats lesson-plan whack-a-mole every timeThe simple shift that freed up my weekends—and gave me back my sanityHow to build a homeschool plan that's flexible, realistic, and totally guilt-proofThe underrated superpower of periodic reviews and “just do the next thing” listsWhy planning in the summer is my secret weapon for a strong finish—no more mid-year meltdownResources Mentioned in This Episode:Put Your Homeschool Year on Autopilot (step-by-step planning system): https://shop.homeschoolbettertogether.com/products/put-your-homeschool-year-on-autopilotThe Elevate Program with Finishers Club + live planning accountability: https://homeschoolbettertogether.com/elevate

Your life is the sum of your choices. Not one decision.Not one moment.But the daily choices that quietly shape who you become. On this episode of Like It Matters Radio, Mr. Black reveals the five choices that ultimately define every life. They may seem ordinary, but together they determine your direction, your influence, and your legacy. The five choices are: How you spend your timeThe attitude you chooseWhat you focus onThe story you tell yourselfWhat you believe about God, yourself, and your purpose Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, Scripture, and leadership principles, Mr. Black explains why our minds are constantly filtering information through deletion, distortion, and generalization—and why the stories we repeat to ourselves eventually become the lives we live. This episode also explores: How your Reticular Activating System (RAS) shapes what you notice and pursueWhy beliefs at the identity level create lasting transformationThe Sovereignty Triangle found in Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, and Ephesians 2:10The difference between living for Survival, Success, or Significance Because success isn’t the highest goal. Significance is. It’s not about what you accumulate. It’s about who you build. It’s not about making a name for yourself. It’s about making a difference in the lives of others. This is an Hour of Power designed to help you examine the choices you’re making today—because today’s choices become tomorrow’s character, and tomorrow’s character becomes your legacy. The time is now. Choose wisely. Inspiration. Education. Application. When you live your life like it matters… it does.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Sharing Passion and Purpose, Nancy Moore introduces what she calls the “I can't quit yet” trap—that quiet, private place many women find themselves in when they feel stuck between where they are and where they want to be.If you've ever felt like you should be happy on the outside but feel restless, misaligned, or trapped on the inside, this episode is for you. Nancy explains why so many women stay in situations that no longer fit, not because they lack courage, but because they haven't built a bridge to what's next.In this episode, Nancy explores:Why “I can't quit yet” is often rooted in fear, expectations, identity, comfort, or financial pressureThe hidden cost of staying stuckWhy meaningful change rarely happens through one giant leapHow to build a bridge to your future one intentional step at a timeThe role of community, support, and accountability in creating real momentumReflection exercises from the episode:What am I afraid of losing?Write down everything that comes to mind when you think about change.What I gain by staying / What staying is costing meDivide a page into two columns and honestly compare the benefits of staying with the hidden cost of staying stuck.Draw your bridgeOn one side, write where I am today. On the other, write where I want to be. Then identify the five planks you need to build to get there.Key takeawayYou do not have to quit today, burn it all down, or have every answer. You simply need to stop waiting for perfect certainty and start building your bridge—one plank at a time.Memorable quote“You don't have to jump across the entire river. You simply are building a bridge across one plank at a time.”Call to actionNancy invites listeners to share the one bridge plank they're committing to this week and to connect inside her school community.Listen, reflect, and start building the bridge to what's next.

Has your weight loss suddenly stopped on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound?If the scale hasn't moved in weeks and you're wondering whether your GLP-1 has stopped working, you're not alone. Weight loss plateaus are one of the most common—and frustrating—parts of the GLP-1 journey.The good news? A plateau doesn't automatically mean you've done something wrong or that your medication has failed.In this episode, Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and GLP-1 expert Gianna explains why weight loss plateaus happen, what your body is actually doing, and the evidence-based questions she asks clients before making any changes.We'll cover:What actually counts as a weight loss plateauWhy weight loss naturally slows over timeThe difference between normal weight fluctuations and a true stallCommon reasons GLP-1 weight loss plateaus happenHow protein, hydration, fiber, sleep, stress, and movement influence progressWhy eating less isn't always the answerWhen it may be time to talk with your healthcare providerThe mindset shift that helps you move through a plateau without panicIf you've been asking yourself, “Why did my weight loss stop on Ozempic?” or “Why isn't my GLP-1 working anymore?” this episode will help you understand what may be happening and what to focus on next.

Most people think all stress is bad—but what if avoiding every stressor is actually making your body less resilient?In Part 2 of this two-part series, Dr. Taves explores the concept of good stress and how the right kinds of short-term challenges can help your body become stronger, healthier, and more resilient to headaches and migraines.From exercise and cold exposure to learning new skills and building physical capacity, you'll learn why health isn't about eliminating stress—it's about adapting to it.You'll learn:The difference between good stress and chronic stressWhy resilience matters for headache recoveryHow exercise can increase your headache threshold over timeThe science behind hormesis and positive adaptationWhy recovery is just as important as the stress itselfPractical ways to safely build physical and mental resilienceIf you've been avoiding movement, exercise, or other challenges because you're afraid they'll trigger a headache, this episode offers a different perspective on how building resilience may be part of your recovery.

Every contractor knows the trap: you pour hours into an estimate, walk the job with your trades, do all the planning — and then lose the bid to a cheaper guy. So where's the line between free work and paid work?In this Coaching Cuts episode, Clark tackles one of the questions he gets asked most: how much should you do for free, and when do you start charging? The answer is the pre-construction due diligence line item — and this is how you build it, price it, and sell it.Clark breaks down:What belongs in a free estimate vs. paid due diligenceHow to build a 90% estimate before you ever ask for a dimeWhy the due diligence line item eliminates change orders and protects the clientThe deliverables that make your due diligence worth every dollar — selections, Gantt charts, finalized numbersHow to get ballpark trade pricing without wasting your subs' timeThe strategic free work (like a surprise Gantt chart) that wins you the jobHow to price due diligence based on the size and complexity of the projectWhy locking a client into due diligence gives you the room to truly impress themIf you're tired of giving away your best work for free and watching jobs walk, this is the episode that draws the line.Contractor Cuts is a weekly podcast for contractors who want to build a better business — covering sales, operations, hiring, finances, and everything in between.

Is social media actually destroying a generation, or are we in the middle of a massive political moral panic?For this week's Free Speech Friday I sat down with one of the world's leading researchers studying young people, technology, and mental health to answer one question: Did social media really create a generation-wide mental health crisis?SUPPORT MY WORK: Buy a paid subscription to my newsletter at usermag.co           Support my work on Patreon: http://patreon.com/taylorlorenz  For years we've been told that smartphones and social media are fueling anxiety, depression, loneliness, and suicide among teenagers. Politicians, bestselling authors, and news outlets have treated that idea as settled science.But what does the actual research say?Developmental psychologist Candice Odgers has spent decades studying how young people use technology. In this interview, we break down what the evidence actually shows, why many experts disagree with the popular narrative, and how the social media panic is influencing online safety laws, censorship, surveillance, age verification, and internet policy around the world. We discuss:The real relationship between social media and teen mental healthWhy correlation is often mistaken for causationWhat studies actually find about screen timeThe debate around The Anxious GenerationWhy many scientists reject claims that phones are driving a mental health epidemicOnline safety laws and age verificationPrivacy, surveillance, and internet censorshipWhat parents should actually focus onThe future of social media regulation

What if the pain in your body isn't the real problem... but the symptom?In this episode of Inside The Vault, Ash Cash sits down with the founder of Ben The Baptist, who transformed the power of stretching and mobility into a 7-figure business. What started as helping people move better and live pain-free became a blueprint for entrepreneurship, financial freedom, and building a brand that changes lives every day.From healing clients to creating a thriving business, this conversation dives into the mindset, discipline, and vision it takes to turn your passion into profit. If you've ever wondered how solving real problems can create real wealth, this episode is for you.In this episode, you'll learn:How stretching became a 7-figure businessWhy solving people's problems is the fastest path to wealthThe mindset required to build a successful business from the ground upHow consistency beats talent over timeThe connection between health, purpose, and financial freedomWhy investing in yourself always pays the highest returnThe habits that separate entrepreneurs from employeesIf you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more interviews with today's top entrepreneurs, investors, creators, and wealth builders.

Send me a message There's a mistake costing agents 10's of 1,000's of dollars a year in listings they should have won. It's not just new agents making it. Veteran agents with decades of experience make this mistake constantly, and chances are you're making it right now. I did, for years! But once I noticed I was making it, and fixed it, my income exploded. The mistake is talking too much.This episode breaks down why the agents losing the most listings and buyer clients are the ones who can't stop pitching, and the simple shift that will 5 to 10x your conversion rate once you make it.In this episode:Why talking too much silently kills your credibility in a listing presentationThe real reason new agents over-talk, and why it has nothing to do with confidence the way you'd thinkHow asking great questions and actually listening can 10x your businessThe exact questions to ask sellers that uncover what they really needWhy "prescribing a solution" beats "providing a service" every timeThe challenge: talk 25% of the time you normally would, or lessShut up, ask great questions, and listen. You'll win 10x more business.***********************RESOURCES :Free "Clients From Social" Masterclass - Learn the new formula top agents are using on social media to attract 5+ new closings, month after month. REGISTER HERE: https://members.massiveagentsociety.com/free-masterclass-registration?utm_source=podcast_notesMassive Agent Society on Skool - My coaching community giving Realtors the exact blueprint (and handholding) to attract 5+ new clients, every single month. CLICK HERE: https://www.skool.com/massiveagentsocietyManychat PRO - Automate your Instagram DM's and Get 30 days of Manychat Pro for FREE - CLICK HERE REAL Broker - Learn how we can be business partners and build a business together @ ΓEA⅃  Broker- CLICK HEREPLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS or SPOTIFY

Last week, I invited you into a simple but powerful experiment:What if you are not your thoughts or your feelings?If you haven't listened to that episode yet, I'd encourage you to start there. It lays the foundation for everything we're exploring today.Because once you begin to see that you are the observer—not the constant stream of thoughts, emotions, memories, and sensations—the next question naturally becomes:How do I actually stay connected to that wiser part of myself when life gets busy... or emotionally overwhelming?That's exactly what we're diving into in this week's encore episode.I'll introduce you to one of my favorite metaphors: the School Bus Between Your Ears.It may sound simple, but this analogy has transformed the way thousands of my clients relate to their minds.Instead of fighting your thoughts...Instead of trying to get rid of uncomfortable emotions...You'll learn how to become the wise bus driver instead of getting pulled around by every passenger on the bus.Episode timestamps00:57 — Why this episode builds on last week's experiment04:57 — The question everyone asks: "How do I connect with my true self?"05:43 — The School Bus metaphor explained07:04 — Who the passengers really are08:40 — Becoming the bus driver instead of the passengers09:46 — Why chasing happiness keeps us stuck11:20 — What happens when you leave the driver's seat13:58 — A simple practice to notice without reacting15:12 — Labeling the "passengers" on your bus16:27 — How this builds emotional steadiness over timeThe goal isn't to have a bus full of perfect passengers.The goal is to remember who's driving.When you stop trying to control every thought and emotion, and instead learn to notice them with curiosity, you create space for clarity, wisdom, and freedom.------If today's episode resonated with you...Many high-achieving professionals spend years trying to "fix" their thoughts when the real transformation comes from learning how to relate to them differently.If you'd like to continue exploring nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and practical tools for staying grounded under pressure, I'd love to invite you to join my free community:Relationship Mastery for Physicianshttps://www.skool.com/relationshipmastery4physiciansOr if you'd like to learn more about working with us, simply reply to this email or reach out to admin@drkavethasun.com. We'd love to help you take the next step.Oh—and if you have something you're navigating and would love my take on it...

In this episode, Simone sits down with Wendy, a graduate of the GLP-1 Boost Lab program, to talk about her incredible 8-week transformation — done entirely naturally, without medication. Wendy shares how she navigated the loss of her father (and later, mid-program, the sudden loss of her mother-in-law), used wearable data to normalize her blood pressure and reduce cravings, and rebuilt her identity from the ground up. This is a candid, emotional conversation about grief, data-driven health decisions, neuroplasticity, and what it really means to prioritize yourself.In This Episode, You'll Hear About:Wendy's life before the program: grief, weight gain, and feeling "stuck" after losing her fatherWhy she was hesitant about wearing a continuous glucose monitor — and why she didn't want to take it offHow real-time blood sugar data (fiber first, post-meal walks) changed her relationship with foodDropping blood pressure from the 140s to 120/117 in 8 weeks — without medicationLosing 10 pounds and choosing not to pursue a GLP-1 prescriptionThe "identity" framework: neuroplasticity, becoming "Wendy 2.0," and making decisions based on who she's becomingNavigating a second family loss (her mother-in-law) mid-program and leaning on her new health habits as a stabilizing "rock"The role of sleep, cortisol, and hunger hormones (leptin and ghrelin) in cravings and weightMeal prepping strategies that actually save timeThe "don't skip twice" philosophy for staying consistent without perfectionismWhat's next: Wendy's goals in the VIP phase of her journeyResources & Links:Follow Simone on Instagram: @SimonenLovell Learn more about the GLP-1 Boost Lab program:https://simonelovell.com/glp-1-boost-labLoved Wendy's story? Drop a comment with your own thoughts or words of encouragement for her, and subscribe so you don't miss the next episode of She's Leveling Up.

Why “Normal” Isn't Always Optimal with Dr. Keith Nichols In Part 1 of this three-part series, Dr. Keith Nichols, Medical Director and CEO of Tier 1 Health & Wellness, deep dives into one of the most misunderstood topics in men's health: testosterone.Dr. Nichols breaks down why testosterone levels have declined over time, how lab reference ranges have shifted, and why many men are told their numbers are “normal” even when they are experiencing symptoms consistent with testosterone deficiency.Dr. Nichols discuss the difference between population-based reference ranges and individual physiology, the importance of free testosterone, the role of SHBG, and why a single lab value should not be the only factor used to determine whether a man is healthy, optimized, or appropriately treated.This episode is about challenging dogma, questioning outdated assumptions, and returning to the evidence.Topics discussed in this episode include:Testosterone levels declining across generationsWhy lab reference ranges have shifted lower over timeThe problem with using one universal testosterone thresholdTotal testosterone vs. free testosteroneHow SHBG affects testosterone availabilityWhy “normal” does not always mean optimalWhy symptoms, history, and clinical context matterThe limitations of current testosterone guidelinesWhy men may be undertreated despite feeling symptomaticThis is Part 1 of a 3-part series: Testosterone: Beliefs vs. Science.Connect with Victory Men's Health:Website: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/Podcast: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorymenshealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorymenshealthAmy Stuttle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amystuttle/Connect with Dr. Keith Nichols and Tier 1 Health & Wellness:Tier 1 Health & Wellness: https://tier1hw.com/Dr. Keith Nichols Bio: https://tier1hw.com/personnel/keith-nichols/Tier 1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tier1healthandwellnessTier 1 Health & Wellness Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-health-and-wellness-podcast/id1724352005Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this episode does not establish a patient-provider relationship with Amy Stuttle, Victory Men's Health, Dr. Keith Nichols, Tier 1 Health & Wellness, or any guest featured on the podcast.Always consult with your own qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, hormone therapy, or treatment plan. Individual results may vary, and medical decisions should be made based on your personal health history, symptoms, lab work, risk factors, and an appropriate clinical evaluation.

If you're a coach who's tired of waiting for clients to magically find you, this one's for you. The fastest, simplest path to your next client isn't a funnel or paid ads. It's a conversation.If you're new to my channel, my name is Debbie Shadid. I'm a Business Growth and Life Coach and the founder of the Business Building Boutique. For over two decades, I've helped women learn how to become coaches, get clients, grow their businesses, and create meaningful income doing work they love.When you get comfortable telling people what you do everywhere you go, you stop being the best kept secret and start filling your business with clients who were closer than you think.In this episode, we'll walk through:Why networking is really just having a normal conversation, not “getting ready” for anythingHow to get comfortable talking about your coaching business before you ever walk into a roomWhat to say when someone asks what you do, without sounding like a canned “I help” speechWhy the people who aren't your ideal clients still matter, and how referrals actually happenHow to follow up so a new connection turns into a real relationship over timeThe simple weekly habit that adds up to 52 new people in your corner this yearHow to turn one conversation into an offer, a collaboration, or a client on the spotImagine never wondering where your next client is coming from, because you've built real relationships everywhere you go. The women who need your coaching are out there right now, and the world needs what you have to offer. All you have to do is start talking to them.Ready to map out the fastest path to clients in your own business? Book your free Business Blueprint Call and let's talk through your next step:https://debbieshadid.com/scheduleShop Debbie's Resources for Coaches:The Workshop Blueprint for Coaches - The 8-Part System to Plan, Fill, Host, and Profit From Your First (or Next) Workshop: https://debbie-shadid-shop.fourthwall.com/en-cad/products/workshop-blueprintConnect with me, Debbie Shadid:Website: https://www.debbieshadid.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbieshadid/Listen to the Podcast:Life Coach Business Building School Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/life-coach-business-building-school-with-debbie-shadid/id1502118085Subscribe for weekly episodes on building your coaching business, finding clients, and creating the life you actually want: https://www.youtube.com/@debbieshadid?sub_confirmation=1If this episode was helpful, share it with a coach who's still waiting for clients to find her. Subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss next week's episode.Disclaimer: Some links above may be affiliate links. I only recommend products I personally use and love.Let's connect!Website: https://www.debbieshadid.com Instagram @debbieshadidSubscribe on YouTube#DebbieShadid #LifeCoachBusinessBuildingSchool 

We've all heard it: "When's the last time you two went on a date?" Like date nights are the magic fix for a marriage that feels stuck. In this episode, we push back on that, and we get real about what actually moves the needle.We talk about why date nights became the default advice for every marriage problem, why they can even backfire if the deeper stuff isn't being addressed, and what we've found actually strengthens our marriage on a weekly basis... no babysitter or budget required.In this episode:Why we don't think date nights are a real gauge of marriage healthHow date nights can actually amplify problems instead of fixing themThe real (and often unspoken) costs of relying on date nights: time, money, childcareWhat date nights can't solve: communication gaps, resentment, mismatched expectations, spiritual disconnectWhy small, consistent habits beat grand gestures every timeThe weekly marriage meeting that's shaped our marriage more than anything elseResources & mentions:Our recent episode on pursuing spiritual disciplines in marriageOur monthly marriage challenge emailsOur upcoming app with daily connection challengesOne-degree shift: Start a weekly marriage meeting: even 20 minutes on a Sunday night to talk through highs, lows, faith, finances, and intimacy. It won't cost you anything, and it'll do more for your marriage than any date night could.If this episode gave you something to chew on, share it with a couple you love, and hit subscribe so you don't miss next week's shift. We'd also love it if you left us a review... it helps this show reach more couples.

Do you ever wonder how some travel advisors seem to do it all? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I'm sharing exactly what I automate in my travel business—from client workflows and email templates to AI tools, CRM automations, scheduling, onboarding, and follow-up systems. These are the same processes that help me run a successful travel agency while teaching full-time, creating content, hosting a podcast, and traveling myself. You'll learn how automation creates a better client experience, saves hours every week, and allows you to spend more time building relationships instead of repeating administrative tasks. In this episode, you'll learn: The client emails and workflows I automate from inquiry to post-tripHow I use my CRM to streamline the entire client journeyMy automated consultation reminders and follow-up processThe 30-day onboarding email sequence I use for new travel advisorsHow I use AI inside my CRM and other tools to save timeThe email templates I never write from scratch anymoreWhy automation makes your business more personal—not lessWhere to start if you're new to business automation Whether you're a new travel advisor or looking to scale your travel business, these automation tips will help you create a more organized, profitable, and stress-free business. Connect with Lindsay: Ready to build a travel business with proven systems and support? Learn more about joining At Last I See The World Travel or connect with Lindsay on social media for more travel advisor tips, marketing strategies, and behind-the-scenes business content. https://www.lindsaydollinger.com https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.dollinger https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger

If Chris could go back and start his real estate career from scratch, what would he do differently?In this episode, Chris shares the biggest lessons he's learned after years of building a high-performing real estate business. From mastering the fundamentals to avoiding the mistakes that keep agents stuck, this episode is packed with practical advice you can implement immediately.Whether you're a brand-new agent or looking to level up your business, these timeless principles will help you create more consistency, more opportunities, and more income.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why simplicity beats complexity every timeThe dangerous mistake agents make after finding successWhy prospecting is still the highest ROI activity in real estateHow surrounding yourself with top performers accelerates your growthWhy investing in yourself pays the highest returnsThe difference between an activity problem and a skill problemThe daily habit that can completely transform your businessKey Takeaways1. Simplicity wins.2. Never stop doing what's working.3. Prospecting solves almost everything.4. Proximity creates opportunity.5. Invest in your own growth.6. Know whether you have an activity problem or a skill problem.Memorable Quote"Every single day, have at least five conversations with people that last two minutes or longer about real estate. If you really want to crush it, make it ten."Commit to one simple habit:Have at least five meaningful real estate conversations every day, five days a week, for the next 90 days. Track your progress, stay consistent, and let the compound effect work in your favor.If you do that and still aren't seeing momentum, Chris wants to hear from you.RESOURCES: 

What does it take to build lasting success in business? In this episode of B2B Vault – The Biz To Biz Podcast, host Allen Kopelman sits down with entrepreneur, former professional basketball player, and mindset coach Dre Baldwin to discuss the habits, systems, and leadership principles that drive high performance.Dre shares how he went from sitting on the bench in high school to playing nearly a decade of professional basketball overseas before building a successful business focused on mindset and performance.In this episode, you'll learn:Why discipline beats motivation every timeThe four mindset pillars every entrepreneur needsHow accountability creates stronger leaders and teamsWhy cash flow and payment systems are critical for business growthLeadership lessons from professional sportsHow AI is changing the way businesses operateWhy lifelong learning is a competitive advantageWhether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, executive, or aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with practical strategies you can apply immediately.

Most conversations about non-monogamy focus on opening a relationship, navigating jealousy, or finding new partners.But what happens after that?How do you navigate a polycule where relationships are constantly evolving? How do you manage different expectations, conflicting needs, shifting priorities, and the very human reality that not everyone connects in the same way?In this episode of Nope! We're Not Monogamous, I'm joined by Red DeRooy and Stacey Smith?, co-authors of Nonmonogamy and Group Dynamics, to explore what it really takes to build healthy relationship communities.We talk about why polycules function more like communities than relationship structures, how many of the skills you already use in friendships can help you navigate non-monogamy, and why curiosity is often more valuable than certainty.Whether you're part of a large polycule, have close metamour relationships, or are simply trying to build stronger connections with the people you love, this conversation is packed with practical insights.In this episode, we discuss:Why romantic groups function differently than one-on-one relationshipsHow to manage different expectations without unnecessary conflictThe difference between fairness and equality in non-monogamyWhy communication starts with knowing what to talk aboutManaging conflict without destabilizing an entire polyculeWhy every relationship is still built one connection at a timeThe importance of one-on-one connection, even within group relationshipsDifferent approaches to metamour relationships and why there isn't one "right" wayBuilding found family and community through non-monogamyNavigating breakups with compassion and preserving meaningful connectionsThe surprising relationship skills you probably already haveOne of my favorite moments from this conversation was the reminder that most of us already know more than we think we do.You've probably navigated friendship groups, family conflict, difficult conversations, changing relationships, and competing needs long before practicing non-monogamy. Those same skills are often the foundation for creating thriving polycules.Connect with Stacey and Red - Grab a copy of Nonmonogamy and Group Dynamics wherever books are sold, including audiobook format.

In this episode we'll talk about:The dominant message most creators are being taught — and why it's quietly costing themWhat I've chosen instead and what it's produced over timeThe difference between God-led refinement and noise-driven reinventionWhy your audience is already on your side — and what they actually wantWhat it looks like to stay anchored to who you areWhat gets built when you don't listen to the noiseAnd more… START HERE…→ Join The Niche Is You® — my Substack (20K+) — Weekly essays, the full workshop library, the private community + the Quarterly Challenges. → https://mattgottesman.substack.com/aboutNEW HERE…→ 6 Days to Clarity Workshop — clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play. → https://mattgottesman.com/reverse-engineer-your-life (FREE)CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ TikTok — @mattgottesman→ YouTube — @mattgottesmanRESOURCES…→ Write • Design • Build — my Content Creator Studio & OS masterclass (Included when you join my Substack) — Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & income — CLICK HERE→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Apparel — thenicheisyou.comOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN

Send us Fan MailWhat keeps someone creating after the industry changes, the paycheck shrinks, and the path gets harder?This week on Here's What We Know, we welcome comedian, producer, and podcaster Deadair Dennis Maler for an honest conversation about radio, stand-up comedy, podcasting, and the lifelong search for your own voice.Dennis shares how growing up in punk rock shaped his do-it-yourself mindset, why radio first captured his imagination, and what eventually pushed him toward stand-up comedy and podcasting. We'll talk about creativity, authenticity, representation, and how staying true to yourself might be the only business model that works anymore.If you've ever wondered whether you're on the right path or you've questioned whether it's worth continuing to create, this conversation will remind you why the work still matters.In This EpisodeHow Dennis went from punk rock DIY culture to radio to stand-up to podcastingThe story of radio consultants who made everyone talk the same way for 10 seconds at a timeThe one thing that separates successful creators from those who burn outHow Dennis's tour guide job in Boston became his favorite platformThe reality of building a creative careerThe real numbers: why most podcasts die, and how to build one that doesn'tWhat it actually takes to grind out content every single dayThis episode is sponsored by:Dignity MemorialSterling Oak Cabinetry(Be sure to tell them Gary sent you!)Bio:Deadair Dennis Maler is a comedian, actor, writer, & podcaster who has been heard on radio stations throughout the country including SiriusXM, DC101, The Party Playhouse with Jackson Blue, and more.He has been featured on comedy festivals throughout the country, is the Comedy Editor for DigBoston, and hosts the Big Comedy Network podcast So, What Do You Really Do? and the YouTube show Word of the Day with Comedians.Deadair Dennis is funny, loud, abrasively social, and allergy-free since 1981.Website: https://deadairdennis.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deadairdennis/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deadairdennismaler/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deadairdennisTags: comedy, podcast, radio broadcasting, podcasting, stand up comedy, creative career, finding your voice, storytelling, entertainment industry, radio personality, podcast interview, creativity, comedians, independent, creators, creative journey, DIY creativity, producer,Connect with Gary:Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

376 – Is longsuffering good or bad?You're probably familiar with the word longsuffering. It's in the Bible, at least some translations of the Bible, multiple times. Sometimes it's translated as patience.And longsuffering is usually considered a virtue in the Bible. We are supposed to be patient with each other and not over-react when things don't go the way we want.But sometimes in the process of trying to be longsuffering, it's easy to get discouraged because the thing or the person you're trying to be patient with gives no hint of changing or getting better or even being aware of how you're being negatively affected.In this week's episode, we're going to Explore what the Bible says about longsufferingWhen it can be a very positive mindset to haveHow to avoid letting it go too far where you feel you're just putting up with bad behavior and maybe even being taken advantage ofIt's not about suffering a long timeThe core spiritual essence of patience or longsufferingBiblical longsuffering is not putting up with or ignoring inappropriate attitudes or behavior. It's becoming more and more conscious of how God has empowered you to think and act. And most of all, it's seeing and rejoicing that God is actively involved in your life, and see and trusting He is working in the lives of all His children. ∞∞∞∞∞∞∞SHOW NOTES: For a full transcript and all the Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/376Text me your questions or comments.Support the showIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify__________________James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshop for your church or organization (online and in person)Subscribe to the podcast  (and get your copy of Praying with the Mindset of Jesus)       Make a donation to support the showSchedule a free one hour coaching call to see if the Jesus Mindset Coaching program is a good fit for youContact James here

Is AI quietly eroding your creative confidence? I'm sharing what I'm seeing in manuscripts as an editor, discussing the concept of “agency decay,” and making a case for why the messy, uncertain work of drafting is exactly where your writer's voice gets made.In this episode:Why AI-generated pages are recognizable to agents, editors, and book coachesWhat “agency decay” is and how it chips away at your creative confidence over timeThe difference between using AI as a tool vs. letting it replace your creative work3 practical strategies to reclaim your voice and trust yourself on the pageFor fiction writers, memoir writers, and anyone who's been tempted to outsource the blank page, this one's for you.To find more on Nicole, visit nicolemeier.com

In this episode I reframe what a view actually is on Etsy, why a click that doesn't convert is a flat no rather than a maybe, and why dumping more traffic on a page that doesn't sell just means more people leaving faster. I walk through the short list of questions every shopper is silently asking before they'll hit add to cart, why an unanswered question sends a warm buyer straight to the shop next door, and a five-minute test you can run on your phone right now to find exactly where your best listings are leaking sales.What you'll learn:The reason more traffic makes a non-selling listing look even worseThe short list of questions running through every Etsy shopper's head before they buyWhy an unanswered question on your page is the same as a bounce, every timeThe five-second-per-question test you can run on your most-visited listing todayThe two leaks that cost you the most ordersHow to look at your own listing the way a stranger with eleven open tabs wouldResources mentioned in this episode:Free Sales Audit Workbook: https://sarahjwaggoner.com/auditpodcastHow to Increase Your Etsy Prices Without Losing Sales: https://sarahjwaggoner.com/how-to-increase-your-etsy-prices-without-losing-sales/Your next steps:Apply for 1:1 coaching: https://sarahjwaggoner.com/coachingGet on the Etsy Visibility Accelerator Waitlist: https://sarahjwaggoner.com/etsy-visibility-accelerator/Follow me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahJWaggonerCome say hello on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahjwaggoner/Join the free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theheartlandcreative

Send us Fan MailHow Vision Training Transforms Brain Health, Learning, and Peak PerformanceIn episode #189 we spoke with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum about the connection between vision, brain health, and athletic performance. The neuro-optometrist is dedicated to transforming how we view sight, and how vision training rewires the eye-brain connection to optimize performance, recovery, and resilience in a screen-dominated world.KEY TOPICSThe distinction between eyesight and vision: visual clarity versus brain processingVision performance training as PT for the eyes and brainHow visual processing impacts athletic performance and mental clarityPractical tips for screen time management and eye healthThe role of vision in concussion recovery and brain injury rehabilitationTop habits for preserving and enhancing vision over timeThe unique benefits of colored light and blue light blocking glassesPlease note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.ABOUT DR. BRYCE APPELBAUM:Dr. Appelbaum is a pioneer in neuro-optometry passionate about unlocking human potential through vision. He is the trusted authority in functional vision, an international Ted X speaker, and the creator of Vision Performance Training, a transformative approach that rewires the eye-brain connection, heals post-concussion vision dysfunction, and builds long-term visual resilience. He is the founder and CEO of MyVisionFirst, a leading private practice specializing in diagnosing and treating functional vision problems across all ages, with offices in Bethesda and Annapolis, Maryland. He is also the founder and CEO of ScreenFit™, the revolutionary online vision training program designed to minimize the damage of digital devices on vision, reduce symptoms, and promote healthy visual habits for extended screen use. Through his work optimizing the eye-brain connection, Dr. Appelbaum has supported thousands of patients around the world to thrive in a screen-heavy society—because 20/20 eyesight isn't the whole story. Additionally, Dr. Appelbaum has worked with hundreds of professional athletes in every sport imaginable, numerous professional and collegiate sports teams, and countless amateur athletes to transform raw talent into honed performance through vision. Dr. Appelbaum has been featured on the front page of USA Today, on NBC & CBS, in The Times, and The NY Times Sunday Magazine,, and is a frequent podcast guest having recently been interviewed on Dave Asprey's “The Human Upgrade,” Dr. Rangan Chatterjee's “Feel Better, Live More,” Max Lugavere's “The Genius Life,” MindBodyGreen, and dozens more.  FREE RESOURCES:NR Recovery Protocol: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution.com/recovery-protocol5 Steps to Better Vision: www.screenfit.com/5-proven-secrets-to-relieve-eye-strainTake the free online vision assessment: www.myvisionfirst.com/quizTry ScreenFit for Free: www.screenfit.com/previewFOLLOW DR. APPELBAUM:IG: https://www.instagram.com/drbryceappelbaum/?hl=en WEB: https://myvisionfirst.com/TEDTALK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk5moFndYRUMENTIONED:Creatine: https://nutritional-revolution.com/product/thorne-creatine/NR Episode with Dr. Rebecca Rusch: https://nutritional-revolution.com/podcasts/rebecca-rusch/Omega-3s: https://nutritional-revolution.com/product/nordic-naturals-prodha/Concussion Symptoms List: https://myvisionfirst.com/learn/concussion-and-brain-injury/TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Bryce Appelbaum and the importance of vision beyond 202001:02 - Vision training as rewiring the eye-brain connection01:23 - Differentiating eyesight (symptom) vs. vision (brain function)04:31 - How vision problems are brain problems tackled through training05:45 - Vision therapy, orthoptics, and integrating movement for brain health06:52 - Vision's impact on athlete performance and neuroregulation07:04 - Why standard eye exams might miss functional vision issues critical for athletes08:37 - Visual processing load and brain energy consumption09:43 - Effects of screen time overload: tunnel vision and fatigue10:16 - Visual markers of fatigue and stress, including eyelid twitching11:37 - Managing fatigue from excessive screen use12:14 - Vision training programs like Screen Fit and their accessibility benefits13:01 - Exercises for improving focus and peripheral awareness at your desk14:02 - Practical ergonomic setups for optimal visual health16:13 - Safe distances for screens and signs of focusing fatigue17:11 - Risks of near-work and screen reliance in children and adults18:28 - The potential for reversing presbyopia and age-related vision decline20:10 - Data collection, clinical trials, and scientific backing of vision rehab21:15 - Post-concussion visual symptoms and personalized recovery strategies22:14 - Recognizing hidden signs of concussion beyond the obvious23:40 - The role of vision therapy in head injury recovery25:40 - Protocols for recent concussion versus long-term symptoms26:32 - Concussion symptoms duration and visual recovery potential28:32 - Impact of head injuries on eye coordination and visual processing30:49 - How vision training can recalibrate brain function after injury33:09 - Visual strategies for athlete return-to-sport post-concussion34:35 - Why screens are more stressful than print and blue light considerations36:02 - The science behind blue light, sleep, and hormonal regulation39:57 - First steps for someone suspecting a vision problem or history of head injury40:57 - What athletes should ask their eye doctor for deeper functional assessments42:23 - Daily habits to preserve and enhance visual function44:09 - Resources and tools for proactive vision care, including the Screen Fit program45:36 - Practical eye exercises that boost visual flexibility and stamina46:01 - Follow Dr. Bryce Appelbaum on social media for ongoing insights46:25 - Myths and truths about vision training's impact on weight, height, and confidence48:15 - The systemic effects of visual regulation on stress hormones and overall health49:14 - The surprising link between vision and social confidence50:04 - Closing remarks & opportunities for future episodes and collaborationsMORE NRApply to work with Kyla → https://p.bttr.to/3ZrwzcFUse code NEWPOD10 for 10% off our meal plans → https://nutritional-revolution.com/products/CONNECT Instagram → www.instagram.com/nutritionalrevolutionSponsorship inquiries → kyla.c@nutritional-revolution.comInterested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? 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Your comfort zone isn't protecting you, it's quietly making you weaker and costing you.We live in a world engineered for comfort. Air conditioning, instant everything, a soft landing for every little ache. And somewhere along the way we started treating discomfort like a malfunction to fix instead of the entrance fee for almost everything worth having. This episode unpacks why comfort is so expensive, how it quietly compounds against you, and how to start building real tolerance for the discomfort that growth actually requires.Here's what you'll learn:Why comfort never feels like a choice, and how that disguise is exactly what makes it so easy to keep picking the easy thing every single timeThe real difference between pain that's protecting you and discomfort that's building you, so you stop treating growth like an emergencyHow comfort quietly compounds, so every easy choice today makes the hard choice tomorrow even harderThe one question to ask yourself the moment discomfort shows up, before you rush to make it disappearA small, almost embarrassingly simple weekly challenge that builds your tolerance for discomfort one rep at a timeComfort keeps you safe and small. Discomfort is where you actually grow, and this episode shows you how to stop running from it.>>>Book an Executive Presence Audit at https://speakandstandout.com/executive-presenceExperts Edge newsletter delivered right to you inbox: https://speakandstandout.com/bid-newsletterConnect with me on:LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-ann-murabitoInstagram: @laurieann.murabitoVisit my website for more advice and tipsThank you for listening, LA

Feeling like you've drifted from your best self? You're not alone. In this episode of The John Grdina Classroom, I share an honest, personal look at how men slowly slip in their character, faith, and discipline—and the grace-filled path back to consistency.This is a self-improvement podcast rooted in faith. If summer, stress, or a broken routine has thrown you off, this one's for you. We talk about real personal transformation—not through perfection, but through small, faithful steps. Grounded in Romans 8:28, this life faith podcast episode will remind you that God works ALL things—even your setbacks—together for good.In this episode:Why small slips in character and discipline compound over timeThe danger of shame—and how grace breaks the spiralThe one small step that rebuilds momentumMorning gratitude + 5 minutes of Scripture to set your dayA weekly challenge to get back on track⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Facing the reality of slipping in life and faith00:49 – How small slips compound over time01:16 – Summer break disrupting my routine02:53 – Romans 8:28: even setbacks work for good03:39 – Breaking the shame spiral with grace05:49 – Action step: start small, build momentum06:17 – The power of morning gratitude07:01 – Adding Scripture meditation to your morning08:02 – Your weekly challenge08:37 – Closing prayer09:26 – Faith, focus, and perseverance

What if the breakthrough you're waiting for starts with something as ordinary as buying paper plates?In this episode of Road to Victory, I reflect on excuses, fatherhood, momentum, purpose, and how one small decision completely changed the direction of my day.We talk about:Why some problems are actually signs of growthRefusing to let your past become your permanent excuseThe unexpected lesson paper plates taught me about motivationWhy action creates momentum—not the other way aroundBuilding a life of discipline one decision at a timeThe difference between chasing money and becoming more valuableHow small wins can completely change your mindsetThis episode is about movement.Because sometimes the biggest transformation doesn't begin with a life-changing event.It begins with one small reason to get out the door.

Most runners choose races based on hype, reputation, or what everyone else is doing. www.run4prs.comAnd then they're surprised when they finish mid-pack, feel invisible, and walk away with less confidence than they started with.In this episode, we're talking about how to choose races strategically — not by sandbagging or ego racing, but by being intentional about where you line up.If you're training hard in 2026 and want:Podium finishesConfidence-building racesMomentum instead of constant comparisonThis episode is for you.You'll learn:Why smaller, smarter races matter more than big-name eventsThe biggest mistake runners make when choosing racesHow to analyze prior-year results to spot real opportunitiesWhy field depth matters more than the winning timeThe “green flags” that signal a race is good for placingHow small races make you a more tactical, confident racerHow to use podium races as tools in a marathon buildKey takeaway:Not every race is meant to be a proving ground.Some races are meant to be won.Racing smart doesn't make you less competitive — it makes you more dangerous when it counts.

If you are ready to level up personally and professionally, go to joinrbo.comSuccess leaves clues—but only if you're willing to learn from someone who's lived through decades of wins, losses, failures, and comebacks.In Episode 368 of The Real Business Owners Podcast, Trevor Cowley and Rick Trimmer sit down with Rick's stepfather, Kendall Prisbury, a businessman with more than 50 years of entrepreneurial experience.From losing everything and starting over to building, growing, and eventually selling a highly successful company, Kendall shares the lessons, sacrifices, mindset shifts, and hard-earned wisdom that helped him navigate decades of business ownership.This conversation goes far beyond business tactics. It's a raw discussion about resilience, delayed gratification, leadership, personal development, financial discipline, and what success really looks like after a lifetime of building businesses.If you're an entrepreneur chasing growth, working through adversity, or questioning whether the sacrifices you're making today will be worth it tomorrow, this episode offers a perspective that only decades of experience can provide.Because success isn't built in a year—it's built through the decisions you make over a lifetime.Key Topics in This Episode:Why most businesses fail and how to avoid common entrepreneurial mistakesLessons learned from losing everything and rebuilding from scratchThe dangers of lifestyle inflation and trying to look successfulThe difference between persistence and stubbornness in businessHow leadership must evolve as a company growsWhy personal development is essential for long-term successThe sacrifices required before freedom and financial independence are possibleNavigating difficult seasons in business and lifeHow the definition of success changes over timeThe relationship between wealth, freedom, happiness, and fulfillmentWhat 50+ years of entrepreneurship teaches about building a meaningful life