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In this conversation, Pascal Mbo'A, a visionary leadership coach shares insights on understanding personality styles, discovering personal vision, and the importance of aligning one's habits with their goals. Pascal discusses the significance of self-awareness in achieving success and how personality types influence the pursuit of dreams and relationships. He emphasizes the need for individuals to recognize their unique wiring and how it can be leveraged for personal and professional growth.Key Takeaways:The importance of having a clear vision for life.Understanding one's personality wiring can lead to better self-awareness.Relationships can significantly impact personal potential and growth.Different personality types respond differently to challenges and dreams.Effective communication in relationships requires understanding personality dynamics.Aligning habits with personal vision is crucial for achieving goals.Treating people as they want to be treated enhances workplace dynamics.Pascal Mbo'a is a Visionary Leadership Coach and DISC & VLC™ Expert who helps leaders and entrepreneurs align their natural wiring with their purpose to perform at their best. He's the creator of the Strategic Self-Positioning™ framework — a method that turns self-awareness into confident influence and lasting results.Connect with Pascal and take the self-assessment to understand yourself :https://mpenvisions.com/take-the-assessment

Dr. Marisa T. Mazza is a clinical psychologist and founder of choicetherapy psychological services, inc.  Dr. Mazza is passionate about providing evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindful Self-Compassion, to teens and adults struggling with OCD or Anxiety. She enjoys supporting individuals in learning new ways of interacting with thoughts and feelings. Her approach allows individuals to face their fears in a gradual and gentle way so they can get unstuck from thoughts and feelings and live meaningful lives. Dr. Mazza was formerly a board member of OCD SF Bay Area, the International OCD Foundation's local affiliate, and was the Vice President of the San Francisco Bay Area Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. She is also the author of The ACT Workbook for OCD which we discuss at points throughout this episode.Some of the topics we explore in this episode include:-Marisa's history of anxiety challenges -How it has helped her grow and be connected to values as a clinician-The role that shame plays in anxiety and OCD challenges-Common OCD related challenges faced postpartum-What lead to Marisa writing The ACT Workbook for OCD-How to use ACT skills and exposure exercises flexibly in specific contexts—————————————————————————Marisa's website: https://www.choicetherapy.net/The ACT Workbook for OCD: https://a.co/d/4QBveqc—————————————————————————Thank you all for checking out the episode! Here are some ways to help support Mentally Flexible:Sign up for PsychFlex through the Mentally Flexible link! PsychFlex.com/MentallyFlexibleYou can help cover some of the costs of running the podcast by donating a cup of coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/mentallyflexiblePlease subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It only takes 30 seconds and plays an important role in being able to get new guests.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-flexible/id1539933988Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentallyflexible/Check out my song “Glimpse at Truth” that you hear in the intro/outro of every episode: https://tomparkes.bandcamp.com/track/glimpse-at-truthCheck out my new album, Holding Space! https://open.spotify.com/album/0iOcjZQhmAhYtjjq3CTpwQ?si=nemiLnELTsGGExjfy8B6iw

Learn about vein disease and the treatment options available at CIS with interventional cardiologist and vascular specialist Dr. Amit Amin.Visit www.cardio.com for more information or to schedule an appointment with one of our providers.

Feeling guilty about celebrating success? This episode examines why treating yourself to luxury experiences boosts motivation, prevents burnout, and fuels future achievement. Learn how strategic self-rewards align with your goals and why enjoying the fruits of your labor makes success truly worthwhile. Sun and Speed City: Cancún Address: Km 13 Boulevard Kukulcan Website: https://sunandspeed.com

Description: Chronic pain can be difficult to live with. If you have psoriatic arthritis you know all too well what that means. Listen as physiatrist Dr. Erin Maslowski and LB Herbert offer ways to manage pain before it manages your life.  Join host Susan McClelland-Tobert, a retired pediatric cardiologist who also lives with psoriatic disease as she uncovers the topic of what is chronic pain and how to manage it with Dr. Erin Maslowski, a physiatrist at Emplify Health System who specializes in physical medicine, rehabilitation and pain management, along with LB Herbert who also lives with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, and knows all too well what it means to live with pain, developing her own pain tool kit. Hear different strategies for managing initial flares to when pain escalates. Pain doesn't have to dictate how you live your life.  This episode addresses why pain occurs, it's impact, and what can be done to manage pain both physically and emotionally. Timestamps: (0:23)  Intro to Psoriasis Uncovered & guests physiatrist Dr. Erin Maslowski and LB Herbert (1:48)  The unpredictability of pain and what pain means to LB. (2:31)  The science behind what happens in the body when acute and chronic pain occurs. (5:08)  General principles and first steps to managing pain associated with inflammatory arthritis. (11:00) Recognition of flares and taking action to reduce the impact before pain escalates.        . (14:02) Steps to address the chronic pain cycle as it escalates such as steroid injections and                     medications that change how the brain perceives pain signals. (20:54) Side effects and cautions for use of pain management medications. (24:17) What and who LB turns to for managing her pain. (25:50) Support resources and who to consider as part of a pain management team.   (33:16) Overcoming the stigma of mental health and "it's all in your head". (34:45) Addressing the challenge of fatigue that often comes with pain. It's more than feeling                 tired.  (39:32) Activities to keep the body moving to help avoid stiff joints.          . (42:11) What's on the horizon for managing pain. (44:55) Start small, experiment with change, but above all give yourself grace if you're not able to           do something. Gain what control you can to live your life your way. Key Takeaways: ·       Chronic pain (existing for more than 3 months) occurs when ongoing inflammation keeps signaling pain via the nervous system becoming hypersensitized and greater than the original pain signal. This can occur even when inflammation is managed and in control.   ·       Treating chronic pain is complicated however there are many different avenues to help minimize pain associated with inflammatory diseases such as psoriatic arthritis.   ·       Management of chronic pain involves a variety of specialists and support to help address the         physical and emotional impact of living with chronic pain. Guest Bios: Dr. Erin Maslowski is a board-certified physician, physiatrist, at Emplify Health System where she specializes in Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, and Orthopedic Sports Medicine providing care for musculoskeletal and spine injuries and pain management including image-guided injection procedures. She has expertise in treating arthritis, spinal stenosis and spondylosis, rotator cuff injury, and other conditions with the ultimate goal of restoring function after injury to the muscle, bone, soft tissue, or nervous system.  Dr. Maslowski is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health where she teaches both medical students and residents. She has over 15 years of clinical experience in physical medicine and rehabilitation.   LB Herbert, has been living with the challenge of managing pain associated with psoriatic arthritis for 16 years, even developing her own tool kit through the years. She has shared what's she's learned on other episodes of this podcast, through articles, and as a One-to-One Program mentor for the National Psoriasis Foundation. LB began her journey in 2009 with back pain. Following many years of being misdiagnosed she finally found a rheumatologist who put all her symptoms together to diagnose her with psoriatic arthritis and place her on an appropriate treatment path. She states "my biggest challenge is not knowing what each day will bring, what the symptoms will be, and if I wake up and flare. It's a continuous unknown." Resources: Chronic Pain kit  NSAIDS for Psoriatic Disease  Podcast episode: "Living with Chronic with Chronic Pain and Fatigue in PsA and SpA" with rheumatologist Dr. Philip Mease, Dr. Ernest Choy, from Cardiff University School of Medicine, with patients Melissa Leeolou and Minionette "Mini" Wilson who discuss causes, symptoms, risks, and tips for managing chronic pain and fatigue successfully.   

We love to hear from our listeners. Send us a message.In episode 116 of Cell & Gene: The Podcast, Host Erin Harris talks to Dr. Arun Upadhyay, Chief Scientific officer, Head of Research and Development at Ocugen to discuss how the company's modifier gene therapy platform is redefining treatment possibilities for inherited retinal diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease, and geographic atrophy. Dr. Upadhyay explains how Ocugen's gene-agnostic approach differs from traditional single-gene therapies by targeting shared disease pathways to preserve photoreceptors and slow vision loss across diverse genetic mutations. He also shares key lessons learned from advancing OCU400, the first modifier gene therapy to receive a broad FDA indication for retinitis pigmentosa, including challenges in clinical trial design, endpoint selection, and manufacturing scalability.Subscribe to the podcast!Apple | Spotify | YouTube Visit my website: Cell & Gene Connect with me on LinkedIn

In this episode of Heat Treat Radio, host Doug Glenn invites Dennis Beauchesne of ECM USA to explore the technology, benefits, scalability, and sustainability of modular heat treating systems. Together, they discuss how shared utilities, automated transfers, and adaptable heating cells can replace multiple standalone furnaces without compromising quality or precision. Learn how these systems streamline and simplify operations for future expansion — one cell at a time. Watch | Listen | Learn Full transcript, audio, and video to this episode is located here: https://heattreattoday.com/radio

Elevate your dental skills and confidence in every case — get your invite to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program! https://ivdi.org/inv ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM, discusses the critical issue of palatal trauma in puppies caused by deciduous mandibular canine teeth. He highlights the urgency of addressing this painful condition and provides practical guidance on diagnosis, treatment options, and the importance of early intervention to prevent malocclusion. What You'll Learn:  ✅ Recognize the signs of palatal trauma in puppies.  ✅ Understand the causes and consequences of base narrow canines.  ✅ Master techniques for extracting problematic deciduous teeth.  ✅ Discover the importance of removing both canines and incisors in certain cases.  ✅ Apply strategies for managing malocclusion and promoting normal jaw development.  ✅ Simplify your extraction process with specialized dental instruments. Key Takeaways:  ✅ Early detection and intervention are crucial to prevent long-term dental issues.  ✅ Removing both canines and incisors may be necessary to alleviate trauma.  ✅ Sharp luxators and periotomes are essential for efficient and atraumatic extractions.  ✅ Referral to a specialist should be considered for complex malocclusions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to become confident in every dental case? Apply to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program now: https://ivdi.org/inv Explore Dr. Beckman's complete library of veterinary dentistry courses and CE resources! https://veterinarydentistry.net/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Questions? Leave a comment below with your thoughts, experiences, or cases related to veterinary dentistry! ----------------------------------------------------------------------- KEYWORDS: Veterinary Dentistry, IVDI, Brett Beckman, Dog Dental Care, Cat Dental Care, VetTech Tips, Animal Health, Veterinary Education, Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program, Vet Dental Show, Puppy Palatal Trauma, Deciduous Teeth, Tooth Extraction, Malocclusion, Base Narrow Canines

“We have made great progress in treating lung cancer, but we still have a long way to go,” said Triparna Sen, PhD, a James scientist who specializes in translational research to better understand and treat lung cancer. Listen as Sen explains the biology and differences between the two different types of lung cancer (non-small cell and the less common, but more aggressive small cell); the latest treatments, including immunotherapy; and how a better understanding of the biology of cancer cells has led to improved drugs (such as immunotherapy) and better outcomes for patients. She also described how cancer cells are able to adapt and transform their biology and actually become “a new form of cancer.” Once this happens, over the course of several months, the immunotherapy drugs “no longer recognize the tumor.”

In this episode of The Healthspan Podcast, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, sits down with electrophysiologist Dr. Varma to break down everything you need to know about AFib, from stroke prevention and rhythm control to lifestyle modification and quality of life strategies. You'll learn about the four core pillars of AFib management, how modern ablation techniques have evolved, and why understanding your triggers is key to getting your life back. Meet Our Guest Dr. Varma is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist who specializes in heart rhythm disorders. With a passion for personalized, whole-person care, she brings a modern, patient-centered approach to treating AFib and helping people regain control over their health and quality of life. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction from Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE 00:50 – The four pillars of atrial fibrillation treatment 02:30 – What “contemporary rhythm control” really means 03:15 – Why early ablation is now a top recommendation 04:00 – Lifestyle and risk factor modification explained 05:30 – Treating sleep apnea, obesity, alcohol use, and more 06:45 – How much do genetics actually matter? 07:40 – The surprising mental and emotional toll of AFib 08:15 – Dr. Varma's approach to quality of life in AFib patients 09:30 – Final advice: take charge, see a specialist, reclaim your life 10:30 – How HealthspanMD can help with personalized heart longevity care   This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor. *Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* :

About Kyle M.K.Kyle M.K. is an Executive Strategy Advisor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author based in Austin, Texas. As Indeed's Senior Talent Strategy Advisor, he helps employers navigate the future of work—simplifying complex labor market challenges and inspiring people-focused leadership. His book, The Economics of Emotion, explores how emotional intelligence drives business success. Before Indeed, Kyle founded The Heart Company, where he helped global brands like The Ritz-Carlton, Uber, and Disney elevate brand loyalty through emotionally centered strategies. He also led ventures such as Human Planet and No. 4 St. James, combining data, storytelling, and design to humanize business experiences. With roots at Apple, where he shaped retail training and technology, Kyle's career centers on one mission: making work more human.Things You'll Learn: Retention begins long before a new hire's first day, authentic communication and realistic expectations set the foundation for longevity.Feeling underappreciated by supervisors is one of the most unique and powerful drivers of burnout in healthcare.Leadership empathy directly shapes workplace culture; when senior leaders lack compassion, it cascades down the organization.Transparency in job postings and work environments helps reduce turnover by aligning expectations with reality, thereby fostering a more effective work environment.Treating healthcare teams as communities rather than machines fosters a sense of belonging, purpose, and ultimately, better patient care.Resources:Connect with and follow Kyle M.K. on LinkedIn.Follow Indeed on LinkedIn.Visit Indeed's website.Get a copy of Kyle's book, The Economics of Emotion, here.Read Indeed's Pulse of Healthcare 2024 here.Read Indeed's Pulse of Healthcare 2025 here.

In this powerful conversation, Matteo Esposito shares the story that shaped his mission to help others reclaim their lives from addiction and mental illness. Matteo is a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach and co-founder of Invisible Challenge, a movement focused on ending the stigma around invisible illnesses including bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, and suicidality.Mark and Matteo explore the difficult reality of dual diagnosis, the limits of our current system, and the lived experience behind manic episodes, depression, and the pull of addiction. Matteo explains how suffering, time, and honest acceptance led him to recovery, and why connection is often stronger than willpower alone.They discuss the gaps in psychiatry, the trial and error of medications, the danger of self-medication, the unpredictable nature of relapse, and the emotional toll on families who walk beside a loved one in crisis. Matteo also opens up about rebuilding his life, repairing relationships, and using his lived experience to support others who are still trying to find their footing.This is an honest and deeply human look at mental illness, addiction, and what it truly takes to heal.Matteo Esposito, Certified Addiction Recovery Coach : https://invisiblechallenge.org/Episode Takeaways 1. Invisible illnesses are often dismissed because they do not show up on scans, yet they can be as disabling as any physical condition.2. Dual diagnosis is complex. Treating bipolar disorder and addiction separately does not work. Both must be addressed together.3. Self medication hides deeper problems. Many people use alcohol or cannabis to manage anxiety, insomnia, or early psychiatric symptoms.4. Mania has clear warning signs. Loss of sleep, high energy, pressured speech, and risky decisions are red flags that should never be ignored.5. Addiction is a brain illness. It is not a moral failure, not a weakness, and not a lack of willpower.6. Suffering often precedes change. For many people, the turning point comes only after repeated lows and accumulated exhaustion.7. Connection is protective. Recovery becomes possible when someone is surrounded by people who understand the journey.8. Professional guidance matters. Matteo credits his progress to finally following recommendations from clinicians instead of relying on his own judgment.9. Peer support accelerates healing. Helping others in recovery strengthens sobriety and reduces the risk of relapse.10. Families carry their own burden. Loving someone with addiction or mental illness is heavy, complex, and often painful.11. Recovery is a daily commitment. Even years later, it is maintained one decision and one day at a time.12. Hope is a vital tool. Matteo reminds anyone struggling that change is possible, suffering is not permanent, and no one is alone in the process.Episode Timestamps 01:27 – Matteo describes entering the mental health system and navigating inconsistent levels of care. 02:21 – Mark breaks down substance use disorders and explains the limits of current treatments. 03:38 – Matteo discusses early experiences with psychiatrists and the difficulty of treating substance use and bipolar disorder together. 04:39 – Matteo explains when his mania first escalated and how substances intensified the symptoms. 05:49 – Matteo talks about the relationship between depression, self-medication, and worsening addiction. 06:11 – Mark explains why people self-medicate with alcohol or cannabis when their mind starts to unravel. 07:11 – Matteo shares how he gained partial stability with bipolar disorder before realizing his addiction was growing. 08:20 – Matteo describes the moment he recognized he had lost control over weed and alcohol. 09:57 – Mark explains the difference between mood disorders and personality disorders and why bipolar is often misunderstood. 10:23 – Matteo identifies the behavioral warning signs of mania, including loss of sleep, pressured speech, and risky decisions. 12:24 – Mark explains mood-stabilizing therapy and how medications level out extreme highs and lows. 12:47 – Matteo reflects on the importance of connection as the opposite of addiction. 14:30 – Matteo explains why suffering and time were the two forces that finally pushed him toward recovery. 15:54 – Mark outlines why addiction treatment has low success rates and why relapse is common. 17:24 – Matteo discusses peer support and how helping others helps him stay sober. 20:47 – Matteo describes how following professional guidance instead of his own instincts became a turning point. 23:13 – Matteo reflects on repairing relationships with family and how addiction strains loved ones. 25:08 – Matteo discusses how families struggle with the line between love and enabling. 27:29 – Matteo shares words of encouragement for people who feel hopeless in addiction or mental illness. 30:45 – Mark and Matteo discuss therapy, lived experience, and the need for ongoing self-awareness in recovery. DISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

Move It or Lose It | Episode 140 | Dr. Anthony Feinstein: How is Your Brain Treating You?Back with new insights and knowledge on cognitive struggles.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of the Move It or Lose It Podcast!

In this insightful episode, Mary talks with Dr Shrikant Talari, a homeopathic doctor from India who treats cancer patients daily. Dr Talari shares how integrating genetic and lifestyle factors has transformed his results with patients — offering a deeper understanding of disease prevention, treatment, and cure through homoeopathy. From Lifestyle to Genetic Causes Dr Talari explains that while lifestyle issues such as smoking, stress, and poor diet were once seen as the major causes of cancer, more recent patterns reveal strong genetic components. Many patients now come for prevention because of family history — for example, "My mother had breast cancer, so I'll get checked too." He began looking not just at current habits but at inherent tendencies — the physical or emotional patterns that seem to run in families. These "genetic symptoms," he says, hold the key to true, lasting healing. A Case that Changed His Perspective One of Dr Talari's patients had recurrent colon cancer after multiple surgeries and chemotherapy. She had suffered from lifelong acidity triggered by spicy food and relieved by vomiting. Initially, her remedy seemed obvious — Arsenicum album — yet it failed. Digging deeper, he discovered something else: since childhood she could never tolerate buttermilk, a traditional digestive aid in India. This reaction had no lifestyle cause; it was innate. The remedy Bryonia matched her buttermilk aggravation and finally brought relief — her vomiting stopped and energy improved. That's when Dr Talari realised that treating genetic traits, not just habits, reaches the root of disease. Healing Genetic Weaknesses He illustrates this with a second case of breast cancer in a woman who also had porphyria, a hereditary blood disorder. After addressing the emotional triggers behind the cancer, he turned to the genetic layer. Her porphyria pointed to a liver weakness, and Chelidonium — a liver remedy — restored her haemoglobin from 7 to a normal 15. For Dr Talari, this was proof that when a genetic condition improves, other inherited susceptibilities — including cancer — can also heal or be prevented. Understanding Hering's Law of Cure Dr Talari describes Hering's Law of Cure, which explains how healing progresses: From within outward – inner organs heal before skin or surface issues. From above downward – symptoms move from head to feet. In reverse order of appearance – newer diseases heal first, revealing older layers. He notes that when patients begin expressing old emotional wounds or childhood patterns, it's a positive sign — the body is healing deeply and naturally. Another Case: Tracing the True Root A carpenter with pancreatic cancer had unpredictable abdominal pain. The only consistent feature was mouth ulcers and excess saliva, which he'd had since childhood after a viral infection. Recognising the link, Dr Talari prescribed Mercurius solubilis, a classic remedy for ulcerations and salivation. Within two months, his pain vanished and energy returned. The lesson: seemingly small, lifelong symptoms can reveal the original weakness behind chronic disease. Going Straight to the Core Dr Talari and Mary conclude that instead of "peeling away layers," true healing happens when you go directly to the core susceptibility — the inherited tendency or genetic root. Treating this foundation builds resilience and prevents future illness. As Dr Talari summarises, "Homeopathy's true potential is not just relief but cure — removing the root so symptoms don't return." Important links mentioned in this episode: Read more about Dr. Shrikant Talari: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/shrikant-talari/ Visit Dr. Shrikant's website: https://drshrikantcancercare.com/   Subscribe to our YouTube channel and be updated with our latest episodes. You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/

Girlfriend, if you're struggling with self-worth, feeling like you'll never measure up, or can't separate yourself from your eating disorder - this episode is for you. Host Lindsey Nichol shares an incredibly vulnerable and inspiring episode about finding worth from within and discovering your true identity beyond the eating disorder. After a powerful moment during yoga listening to Lauren Daigle's "You Say," Lindsey was reminded of a truth that changed everything: You are not your eating disorder. Your true, authentic self lives underneath all of that. In this encouraging episode, Lindsey walks you through: Why eating disorders consume our identity over time How to separate yourself from the disorder The trap of measuring your worth by external things (weight, appearance, achievements, others' opinions) A beautiful self-compassion exercise you can do right now when you feel unworthy How to cultivate self-acceptance and kindness toward yourself The difference between your false identity (the ED) and your true identity (who you really are) This isn't just inspiration - this is an invitation to remember who you are beyond the eating disorder. To find worth from within. To practice self-compassion on the hard days. And to stop settling for a false version of yourself. If you're having a down day or need encouragement, grab your favorite Tarjay journal and let's sit together. You are worthy just because you are. In This Episode, You'll Hear: The Yoga Moment: Lauren Daigle's "You Say" How Lindsey was practicing yoga with Christian music When Lauren Daigle's song "You Say" came on and brought all the feels The powerful lyrics about fighting voices that say "I'm not enough" How the song speaks about finding worth and identity The theme of surrender: laying failures and victories at God's feet Why Lindsey encourages everyone (Christian or not) to listen to this song The Worth Trap: Measuring Yourself by External Things How people struggling with eating disorders tie worth to external factors The trap: worth measured by weight, appearance, achievements, what others think Why this gives temporary relief but not lasting joy How it leaves you feeling you'll never measure up or be enough The cycle of seeking external validation that never satisfies Identity Consumed: You Are Not Your Eating Disorder The truth: Eating disorders consume our identity over time In order to truly heal, we must separate ourselves from the disorder Your true, authentic, best self is NOT the voice on repeat in your mind That voice saying you're not enough, you'll never measure up, you're weak - that's the ED, not you Your real self, your warrior self, your champion self lives underneath The false identity vs. the true identity Finding Worth From Within (And Above) Your identity must be rooted in who you are at your core Your journey to internal worth is filtered by false identity right now Your true, authentic identity lives underneath all of that You're worthy just because you ARE - you cannot earn it For those with faith: trusting that God has you right where you are For everyone: your worth is inherent, not earned Creating Awareness: The Identity Shift How to become aware that you are not your eating disorder Observing the difference between your thoughts and the ED's thoughts Getting in community with people who support and build you up Listening to music that reminds you of truth Investing in yourself and seeking support (coaching, therapy, community) The importance of separating yourself from the disorder voice The Self-Compassion Research Kristin Neff: world-leading expert on self-compassion Research on self-compassion's impact on positive mental health What self-compassion means: treating yourself with love and understanding Even when life is full of pain and failure, choosing kind words over criticism Choosing to stop judging yourself and start honoring yourself Leaning into believing there is more for you Mindful Awareness Practice Eating disorders are framed around exaggerated, negative beliefs The ability to observe negative thoughts with clarity and openness Learning that feelings and thoughts aren't truths - they're just feelings and thoughts It's okay to not feel enough in this moment - that doesn't mean you aren't enough This moment doesn't define your forever The land of "not knowing what to do next" is temporary The Self-Compassion Exercise: Hand Over Heart A guided practice you can do right now (or come back to) Think of your biggest challenge - the thing you're most terrified of Place your hand over your heart Feel the warmth, the touch, the beat Acknowledge: You're human. You're here. You have purpose. You're worthy just because Let the heaviness of the challenge be there - don't fight it Breathe in, breathe out the heaviness Talk to yourself with compassion: "This is just a season" Validate the hard: "This moment is so hard. This day is so much. I'm scared" Let the feeling sit, then breathe it out - it's temporary Offer kindness as you would to your best friend or daughter "I can do hard things. I can embrace the journey. Maybe this is exactly where I need to be" The Truth About Your Worth You're not designed for everyone to like you You're not designed for everyone to find you worthy You're not designed to pull up a chair to everybody's table There is a radical need for YOUR uniqueness in this world When external factors weigh on you, it's a trap giving temporary relief Stop signing up for it. Stop settling for this version of life This isn't your authentic self. You're designed for more Healing means choosing YOU daily What You're Worth You're worth finding what makes you tick You're worth finding what foods you enjoy again You're worth stepping into the unknown with grace You're worth knowing, loving, and living Don't spend one more day believing you're unworthy ALL of you is worth it Key Takeaways: ✨ You are not your eating disorder - your true self lives underneath the disorder ✨ Eating disorders consume identity over time - healing requires separating yourself from the disorder ✨ Worth measured by external things is a trap - weight, appearance, achievements, others' opinions don't define you ✨ You're worthy just because you ARE - you cannot earn worth, it's inherent ✨ The voice on repeat is not YOU - that critical voice is the eating disorder, not your true self ✨ Self-compassion is research-backed - Kristin Neff's work shows its impact on mental health ✨ Feelings and thoughts aren't truths - they're temporary, not facts ✨ It's okay to not feel enough right now - this moment doesn't mean you aren't enough ✨ Your true identity lives underneath - beyond the false identity of the eating disorder ✨ Healing means choosing you daily - and that's okay, that's the work ✨ You're designed for more - there's a radical need for your uniqueness in this world Powerful Quotes from This Episode: From Lauren Daigle's "You Say": "I keep fighting voices in my mind that say I'm not enough" "Every single lie that tells me that I will never measure up" "You say I am loved when I can't feel a thing" "You say I am strong when I think I am weak" "You say I am held when I am falling short" "In you I find my worth, in you I find my identity" From Lindsey: "Eating disorders consume our identity, and in order to truly heal from them, we have to separate ourselves from the disorder" "You are so trapped in the eating disorder that your worth is tied to your weight, your appearance, what other people think about you, your achievements" "This trap gives you temporary relief and temporary control, but it's not lasting joy" "Your identity has to become so rooted in who you actually are at your core" "Your true, authentic identity lives underneath all of that" "You're worthy just because you are. You cannot earn it" "You are not the eating disorder. You observe" "The voice on repeat in your mind saying you're not enough - that's not your true self" "This is just a season. This is how I want you to talk to you" "This moment is so hard. This day is so much. I'm scared to death. Let that feeling sit there, then breathe it out" "It is just a temporary emotion" "When you challenge and change what's inside of you, everything changes around you" "You are not designed for everyone to like you. You are not designed for everyone to find you worthy" "There is a radical need for your uniqueness in this world" "This is just a trap that is giving you temporary relief. Stop signing up for it" "This isn't your authentic self. You're designed for more" "Healing just means that you're choosing you, and yes you're gonna have to do that on the daily" "You are worth finding. You're worth loving. You're worth living" "Your true and authentic self lies underneath it. We're gonna go on a quest to find out more about her" The Self-Compassion Exercise (Step-by-Step): Step 1: Identify Your Biggest Challenge Think about your biggest challenge right now - the one thing you're most terrified of. Maybe it's weight gain, taking the next step, letting go of control, being honest, or something else. Name it. Step 2: Place Your Hand Over Your Heart If you're able (not driving or operating machinery), place your hand over your heart. Feel: The warmth of your hand The touch against your chest The beat - the thump of your heart Your humanness. You're here. You're alive. Step 3: Acknowledge Your Worth Say to yourself: "I'm human" "I'm here" "I have purpose" "I'm worthy just because" Step 4: Let the Heaviness Be Acknowledge that the challenge feels super heavy. That's not wrong. That's not bad. It just IS. Allow it to be there. Allow the feeling of heaviness. Let it wash over you. Step 5: Breathe Breathe in deeply. Then breathe out the heaviness. This is just a season. Step 6: Talk to Yourself with Compassion Say these words to yourself: "This is just a season when I'm feeling not enough" "This is just a season when I'm feeling stuck" "This moment is so hard. This day is so much" "I'm scared to death" (name the specific fear) "I feel miserable and alone" Let that feeling sit there. Don't push it away. Step 7: Breathe It Out Breathe in. Exhale it out. It is just a temporary emotion. This moment is not permanent. Step 8: Practice Self-Compassion Tell yourself: "This is okay. This is just a season" "This is teaching me about my worth" "This is an experience, an experiment, an observation" "I am learning through this process" "So many people struggle with this - I'm not alone" "I'm human" Step 9: Offer Kindness As though you're speaking to your best friend or your daughter: "I can do hard things" "I can learn to embrace the journey" "I can lean into fear" "Maybe this is exactly where I need to be right now" Step 10: Remember the Truth When you challenge and change what's inside of you, everything changes around you. The Kristin Neff Self-Compassion Research: Who is Kristin Neff? Recognized worldwide as a leading expert on self-compassion and its impact on positive mental health and psychology. What is Self-Compassion? Treating yourself with love and understanding Even in circumstances full of pain and failure Choosing careful words over criticisms Choosing to stop judging yourself Leaning into honoring, nourishing, believing there is more for you Why It Matters in Recovery: Ties into mindful thoughts and awareness Helps you observe negative thoughts and emotions with clarity and openness Teaches you that feelings and thoughts aren't truths - they're just feelings and thoughts Helps separate the eating disorder thoughts from your true thoughts The Connection: Eating disorders are framed around exaggerated, glamorized negative beliefs. Self-compassion creates the space to observe these beliefs without identifying with them. Questions to Reflect On: About Your Identity: Can you separate yourself from your eating disorder? What does your "true self" look like underneath the disorder? When did the eating disorder start consuming your identity? Who are you beyond the eating disorder voice? About Your Worth: What external things are you using to measure your worth? (weight, appearance, achievements, others' opinions) Have these ever given you lasting satisfaction? Can you accept that you're worthy just because you ARE? What would change if you believed you couldn't earn or lose your worth? About Self-Compassion: How do you talk to yourself when things are hard? Would you talk to your best friend or daughter the way you talk to yourself? Can you offer yourself kindness even when life doesn't make sense? What would it feel like to treat yourself with love and understanding? About Your Uniqueness: What makes you uniquely YOU? What did you enjoy before the eating disorder consumed your identity? When's the last time you laughed or did something purely for joy? When's the last time you did something because you enjoyed it, not out of fear or obligation? The Big Questions: What is your biggest challenge right now? What are you most terrified of? What's one thing you can do today to choose yourself? Ready for Support? Option 1: The Recovery Collective Join Lindsey's group coaching program where you'll get: Community support from women who understand Weekly guidance and tools Accountability for hard days Strategies for stomach triggers and body image struggles Option 2: One-on-One Personalized Coaching work directly with Lindsey for: Custom plan for YOUR triggers and challenges Weekly support and accountability Tools specific to your recovery journey Personal guidance through the hardest moments Learn more about both options at www.herbestself.co You don't have to navigate stomach hate alone. Let's walk through this together. Connect with Lindsey Website: www.herbestself.co  Private Facebook Community: Her Best Self Society www.herbestselfsociety.com  1:1 Client Applications: HBS Co. Recovery Coaching - Client Application - Google Forms . Subscribe & Review: If this episode resonated with you—if you saw yourself in Lindsey's rejection story—please subscribe to Her Best Self wherever you listen to podcasts and leave a review. Your reviews help other women who are tired of perfectionism and people-pleasing find this show and realize they're not alone. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear that her rejection story can become her redemption story. About the Host Lindsey Nichol is a former competitive figure skater turned God-led entrepreneur, boy mom, and digital CEO. She understands how core beliefs formed in childhood can create and maintain eating disorder patterns, and she's passionate about helping women identify and transform these beliefs to find lasting freedom. If this episode helped you feel hopeful again and remember your worth isn't found in your body or on your plate, please share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your support helps more women break the chains of limiting beliefs. *While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, joins host Marc R. Bloomenstein, OD, FAAO, to discuss recent innovations in technology to help manage ocular surface disease. Dr. Dierker details his experience using Tixel (Novoxel), a treatment that uses controlled heat to treat evaporative dry eye disease by unclogging meibomian glands and enhancing tear stability. The two physicians further review additional technologies that have improved their ability to manage ocular surface disease in patients.

In this episode, Steve Fretzin, Tim Semelroth, Casey Grabenstein, and Neil Dishman discuss:Treating business development as essentialUsing systems and empowering teamsBuilding a culture of growthLearning through resilience and honesty Key Takeaways:Integrating business development into daily routines and tracking it like billable work ensures steady growth. Making it non-negotiable builds consistency and prevents unpredictable cycles.Leveraging CRM tools, spreadsheets, and point systems keeps outreach organized and accountable. Involving junior lawyers in relationships and strategy builds future rainmakers.Firms that reward, support, and normalize business development create sustainable success. Encouragement at every level strengthens engagement and results.Focusing on process over outcome turns setbacks into lessons and maintains momentum. Honest communication and reflection foster better relationships and continuous improvement. "For me, making myself feel satisfied that I've put in enough in that week to get good results, and then not worrying about whether the results come in… Try to stop worrying about the results and focus on the process is the best that I can do." —  Casey Grabenstein Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again. Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/ Thank you to our Sponsor!Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/Legalverse Media: https://legalversemedia.com/ Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/ About Tim Semelroth: Tim Semelroth is Iowa's only board-certified truck accident attorney and a partner at RSH Legal. With over 25 years of experience, he provides trusted expertise in trucking litigation and collaborates with attorneys statewide and beyond. Known for his strategic approach and commitment to fairness, Tim offers consultation to help chart the best course for complex truck accident cases. Connect with Tim Semelroth: Website: https://www.timsemelroth.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsemelroth/ About Casey Grabenstein: Casey Grabenstein is a litigation partner at Saul Ewing LLP, handling complex commercial disputes and class actions involving securities, consumer fraud, and ERISA. He also advises clients in the cannabis and litigation funding industries, serving as both due diligence and primary counsel. A frequent writer and speaker, Casey brings deep insight into emerging issues in litigation finance and commercial law. Connect with Casey Grabenstein: Website: https://www.saul.com/professionals/casey-grabensteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-grabenstein-a375094/ About Neil H. Dishman: Neil H. Dishman is a principal at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Chicago, where he helps employers prevent and resolve workplace disputes. His practice spans discrimination, retaliation, and wage-hour compliance, with extensive experience across multiple industries. A sought-after speaker and published author, Neil is known for his practical guidance on employment law and risk management. Connect with Neil H. Dishman: Website: https://www.jacksonlewis.com/people/neil-h-dishmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsemelroth/Email: Neil.Dishman@jacksonlewis.com  Connect with Steve Fretzin:LinkedIn: Steve FretzinTwitter: @stevefretzinInstagram: @fretzinsteveFacebook: Fretzin, Inc.Website: Fretzin.comEmail: Steve@Fretzin.comBook: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more!YouTube: Steve FretzinCall Steve directly at 847-602-6911 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

In Episode 274 of the Pool Nation Podcast, Edgar and Zac kick off a new business series by tackling the topic most pool pros feel every day but rarely talk about openly: pricing—and how to build real profit into every single service you offer. Fresh off the Pool Nation Conference, the guys recap the buzz around the $10,000 Pool Pro Challenge, shout out this year's Pool Guy/Girl of the Year and Rookie of the Year winners, and then jump straight into the financial reality of 2025: Equipment prices up 7–9% Chemical costs climbing Insurance and utilities spiking Labor and drive time more expensive than ever Edgar and Zac break down why most pool pros fall behind financially, why so many avoid raising prices until it's almost too late, and how chasing revenue (more pools, more work) instead of margin (profit per pool) keeps you stuck in the grind. Then they dive into the foundation of your financial health: knowing your true cost-per-pool. They walk through: What really belongs in your cost-per-pool Why your “$20 cost” is probably actually $60+ How drive time, callbacks, office labor, and insurance destroy profit when you ignore them The danger of relying only on apps for chemical costs without looking at what actually leaves your bank account This is Part 1 of a multi-episode series on Pricing Power: Building Profit Into Every Service. By the end of this episode, you'll see why you need to know your numbers. In the next episodes, they'll show you how to calculate your cost-per-pool in five minutes, build in margin, raise prices confidently, and keep more of your customers. If you've ever looked at your account balance and thought, “Why am I working seven days a week and still feel broke?” …this episode is for you. ⏱️ Episode Chapters / Timestamps [00:00:00] Intro – Pool Nation Podcast opening & show welcome [00:01:00] Edgar sets the stage – Today's topic: pricing & building profit into every service [00:02:00] Zac on “slow season” that isn't really slow – using this time to dig into the back end of the business [00:03:00] Post-conference recap – Pool Nation Conference, Awards, $10K Pool Pro Challenge & winners [00:06:00] The reality of 2025 – builders slowing, costs rising everywhere, and what that means for service companies [00:07:00] Equipment price increases – Pentair, Hayward, Jandy and what those jumps mean for your margins [00:09:00] Everything is up – chemicals, supplies, test kits, office supplies, utilities, and why it all creeps up unnoticed [00:11:00] The “loss leader” trap – why weekly maintenance should NOT just be a way to get repairs [00:12:00] Treating each vertical as a micro-business – service, filters, startups, repairs all need to be profitable [00:14:00] Why most pool pros fall behind financially – running on revenue instead of margin [00:16:00] The “busy but broke” problem – working 7 days a week and still not seeing the profit [00:18:00] The power of knowing your numbers – the “aha” moment when techs finally see their true cost [00:19:00] Why pros avoid raising prices – fear of confrontation, customer pushback, and delaying until it's too late [00:21:00] Reality check – your costs don't wait just because you're uncomfortable raising rates [00:23:00] Confidence through clarity – how cost-per-pool gives you certainty in your pricing decisions [00:27:00] What is cost-per-pool really? – total cost vs gross profit and why both matter [00:31:00] Breaking down cost-per-pool – chemicals, labor, payroll tax, workers comp, admin labor, gas & more [00:34:00] Drive time & hidden minutes – the silent profit killer nobody tracks [00:37:00] Vehicle wear and tear – tires, oil changes, brakes and why they belong in your cost [00:38:00] Insurance creep – auto, GL, workers comp and why they keep climbing [00:40:00] Replacing equipment & office gear – computers, printers and where that money really comes from [00:42:00] Scenario math – why your “$30 stop” might only be making you $5–$6 [00:45:00] Hidden leaks – algae treatments, extra time on site, “little favors” and non-billable work [00:48:00] Growth reality – what you can do as a one-poler that breaks you once you have a team [00:51:00] The four phases of business – why what worked at 40 pools won't work at 200 [00:55:00] App data vs real-world costs – what your app tracks (and what it completely misses) [00:59:00] Edgar's warning – don't get lost in 300 individual pools, start with total cost-per-pool [01:01:00] What's coming in Part 2 – 5-Minute Cost Calculator, margins, price increases & customer retention [01:02:00] Final thoughts – foundational principle: financial wellbeing of pool pros & “know your numbers”

Health scares. We all think they won't happen to us… until they do.This week, we're opening up about the most unhinged (and terrifying) things we've gone through with our health. From losing organs overseas to ignoring symptoms until it was almost too late.In partnership with @fwd.malaysia, we're talking about how it really feels to deal with sudden health scares, critical illness, and the price you pay - physically and financially - when you keep saying “I'll deal with it later.”From now until 31 December 2025, customers who purchase FWD CI Intense Shield will stand a chance to win one of ten 0.1g yellow gold wafers from FWD Insurance. Contact FWD Insurance's Wealth Advisor today and mention the code TTFWD when you sign up!This episode might make you call your doctor… and your insurance agent. You might wanna sit down for this.Comment FWD FTW if you've watched till the end! #FWDInsurance #CelebrateLliving #CriticalIllnessAwarenessFollow FWD Insurance on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fwd.malaysia/Follow Joyce on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/joycicle_/Follow Caleb on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/calebbbby/CHAPTERS01:16 - New Familiar Faces 01:10 - The sickest lineup thus far02:20 - Do sick people like being pitied?!04:50 - Worst things we've done to fake sick 07:40 - Microdosing food poisoning 09:20 - THE MAN FLU. 10:24 - Is your doctor fear irrational?10:50 - “You have psoriasis because you're depressed”12:50 - Self medicating till you're choking 15:00 - I can fix myself vs SEE A DOCTOR15:30 - How Caleb lost a gallbladder in Korea 18:40 - Heartburn located under the ribs 21:00 - Getting your organs trafficked 23:10 - “You wait another day you would've gone blind”30:15 - Having the insurance against cats31:00 - Getting diagnosed with MS (Multiple Sclerosis)33:00 - Washing machine your plasmas 34:00 - “I've only seen this in literature” 35:00 - Getting discharged straight into the ICU38:15 - Symptoms so you don't brush things off40:00 - Waiting 3 months for treatment43:50 - If it lasts 36 hours, GO SEE DOCTOR. 46:11 - The Price of Waiting One Week (RM28K)47:00 - Spending a few RM100K on hospitalisation 48:30 - When you get baby insurance too late50:20 - Is insurance a scam?52:30 - Treating cancer without insurance 56:20 - Pseudosymptoms 58:00 - Self diagnosing Stage 1 Arthritis 01:00:00 - Can we sue???01:00:50 - Don't choose work over your health!!!01:02:38 - Crisis level acute high blood pressure

Welcome to episode 120 of The Journey Is the Reward!Prepare for the continuing high-flying stories and adventures across Southern Africa.The episode begins with Ground Control Howie taxiing the group to the Cape Town International (CPT) for the next leg of their journey, a flight to Victoria Falls. Immediately, they encountered turbulence with Brian's Priority Pass access, resulting in a temporary grounding. However, quick thinking from either Gerrit or Jim bypassed the holding pattern. They successfully executed a rescue mission, allowing Brian to join the crew in the lounge closer to the departure gate, ensuring smooth sailing into their next flight.With ground operations complete, the crew boarded their scheduled service flight with ProFlight Zambia on a CRJ-500, as they headed toward the mighty mist of Victoria Falls. They landed safely at the Victoria Falls (VFA) aerodrome where they logged three days at the Avani hotel and enjoyed the spectacular Victoria Falls and surrounding areas.  The group also explored the town of Livingstone with a very pregnant Connie was acting as their friendly tour guide. During this layover, Malin, Gerrit and Brian also completed a cross-border transit—a quick international hop—gaining another Passport Stamp as they walked across the Victoria Falls Bridge to enter Zimbabwe. Following the successful layover, the crew transitioned smoothly into Botswana. Here they engaged in specialized safaris conducted by both land and rivercraft. Treating themselves to First Class Amenities, they enjoyed therapeutic massages by CasLea Beauty Spa. Brian, ever the charismatic traveler, found a lifelong friend in his favorite masseuse, Cassandra! The show closes with an announcement: a special recording with the whole flight crew was captured inside the airport lounge. However, listeners will have to wait for the next episode to hear the full crew banter from the terminal!And as always, our ears are blessed by the utterly soul-stirring, goosebump-inducing sounds of the Madalitso Youth Choir! Their Welcome and Goodbye songs, recorded straight from the Royal Livingston Hotel in Zambia, are pure magic.

Treat ADHD, lower Alzheimer's risk?The episode explores emerging evidence that simply having ADD/ADHD raises lifetime Alzheimer's risk—yet appropriately treating it in adults, often with low-dose stimulants, seems to push that risk back down. How can the same class of drugs be both feared as “brain-burning” and yet potentially brain-saving—and what does that mean for people already in midlife?Treating prostate cancer successfully with--testosterone? Listeners are introduced to a first-in-oncology “directed evolution” case in metastatic prostate cancer, led by Dr. Lemanne's team, where high-dose testosterone was deliberately used to expand treatment-sensitive cells—and only then was hormone blockade re-introduced. But did this radical, counterintuitive maneuver actually work?Emotional trauma in youth as a hidden Alzheimer's driver? Dr. Gordon discusses links between youth emotional trauma to higher rates of Alzheimer's decades later, even in people who appear to have “moved on.” Is this just correlation, or should early emotional trauma be considered a subtle form of brain injury that can and should be addressed?Do you go to bed later on weekends, by just 1-2 hours, but make up for it by rising later?  If so, you'll want to know that you may be increasing your risk of breast or prostate cancer.  This episode explores that research.Have you heard of the new Alzheimer's blood tests, that improve as the patient improves, allowing better direction of treatment? Dr. Gordon walks us through the ATN panel (amyloid-beta, p-tau, neurofilament light), now accessible through routine laboratory tests, along with galectin-3 as a tau-clustering, inflammation-linked marker, and a new infusion drug (TB006) targeting that pathway. But can these numbers really be moved in the right direction with targeted lifestyle and medical interventions—and what happens when they are?Enjoy this unusual episode! And write to us. We read every email.Dawn Lemanne, MD Oregon Integrative OncologyLeave no stone unturned.Deborah Gordon, MDNorthwest Wellness and Memory CenterBuilding Healthy Brains

In this episode, Hallie Bulkin welcomes special guest Dr. Anita Gouri, a board-certified pediatric dentist, to dive deep into the critical, often-missed connection between pediatric dentistry and a child's overall airway health and development.Dr. Gouri shares her personal journey into airway and tissue-focused dentistry, motivated by her own daughter's and nephew's feeding and developmental challenges due to undiagnosed tongue ties. They emphasize the absolute necessity of a multidisciplinary approach, stressing that therapy (SLP, OT, IBCLC, etc.) is optimal before and after a tongue tie release for the best outcomes and to avoid reattachment or unresolved symptoms. The conversation extends to older children, discussing the importance of an airway evaluation before prescribing ADHD medications and the dramatic life-changing results of early palatal expansion to open the airway.In this episode, you'll learn:✔️ Dr. Gouri's personal experience discovering her daughter's tongue tie at age 7, long after dealing with feeding issues, colic, and difficulty eating non-pureed foods. ✔️ Why pre- and post-operative therapy (like with an SLP, OT, or IBCLC) is 100% crucial for optimal outcomes following a tongue tie release. ✔️ The importance of getting an airway evaluation before putting children on ADHD medication. ✔️ Key signs of pediatric airway issues during sleep, including mouth breathing , tossing/turning/restless sleep , and the often-missed red flag of hyperextension of the neck. ✔️ The dramatic benefits of early palatal expansion (as early as 3 or 4 years old) to open the airway, often resolving issues like chronic infections (like croup) and snoring , even if the child does not have a crossbite. ✔️ How simple strategies like sleep hygiene (removing dust mite harbingers like stuffed animals and blankets) and dietary changes (like kicking gluten) can reduce inflammation and improve breathing. ✔️ Why a "quick snip" of a tongue tie may not address the entire posterior tie, which can lead to later issues like speech problems.RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT LOVEEp 219: Rapid Palatal Expansion for Airway Clearance and Mia's Airway JourneyEp 333: Transforming airway health & smiles with MARPE featuring Dr. Svitlana Koval, DMD, MSc, BDSOTHER WAYS TO CONNECT & LEARN

What do you do when your own sinfulness creates darkness & consequences in your life? Where do you turn for relief? When it comes to spiritual sickness, most people are experts at symptom management. We numb guilt w/distractions, cover shame w/excuses, and patch sin with quick fixes. We rearrange the spiritual furniture in the dark & call it progress. But here’s the problem: you can’t medicate a sinful heart. Therapy sessions can treat wounds but can’t cure depravity. That’s where many of us live. We know the darkness. We feel the depravity. But we resist the only real cure. Most of us don’t reject God outright, we just try to fix ourselves without Him. We don’t deny sin; we just downplay it. We don’t repent; we self-repair. And self-repair always fails. That’s why the sad part of the story in this passage matters. It exposes the futility of treating sin with quick fixes, and points us to the grace that alone can give us a new heart. Saul’s torment stands as a flashing red warning light. It exposes what happens when we try to manage our sin instead of repenting of it. Band-aids can’t fix a soul that’s bleeding out. Only the sheer grace of God reaches that deep.

Host Michael Azevedo is joined on this episode by Jon Shenk co-director of a powerful documentary now streaming on Netflix called In Waves and War.   Blending observational scenes and animation, "In Waves and War" traces the journey of three Navy SEALs, tormented by trauma, to Mexico where they embark on a mission to rescue one another with powerful psychedelics whose effects shake them to the core and open a path toward healing.   Alongside intimate interviews, captivating animation, and first-of-its-kind research at Stanford's Brain Stimulation Lab, "In Waves and War," is the emotional, inspiring odyssey of three American heroes as they overcome the aftereffects of war and rediscover their humanity.   Jon Shenk is an Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker and the winner of both Emmy® and Independent Spirit awards. He recently co-directed the Oscar®-nominated short film Lead Me Home, which premiered at the 2021 Telluride Film Festival and is a Netflix Original. Previously, Jon and Bonni Cohen (who is also Jon's wife) co-directed Athlete A, which won an Emmy for Outstanding Investigative Documentary and was nominated for five Critics' Choice Documentary Awards, winning for Best Sports Documentary.   Making Media Now is sponsored by Filmmakers Collaborative, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting media makers from across the creative spectrum. From providing fiscal sponsorship to presenting an array of informative and educational programs, Filmmakers Collaborative supports creatives at every step in their journey. About the host: www.writevoicecreative.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-azevedo/   Sound Engineer: A.J. Kierstead

This was a little mind-blowing to see this week. I was treating someone who had a stroke 20 years ago and then this happened!   HINT: There was a musculocutaneous nerve entrapment I wasn't expecting to see.      Online Courses: https://richardhazel.podia.com

Loved this conversation with Angelica Clark PA and founder of Clark Wellness in Waco and Hamilton Texas. She is all about treating the whole person not just the symptoms and I left the episode thinking about how rare it is to find someone who truly takes that kind of care with their clients.If you have been feeling not yourself, struggling with a chronic diagnosis, or just off lately this episode is for you.What We Talked About Her approach to wellness through functional medicine looking at root causes instead of masking symptoms Services she offers including hormone balancing, gut and thyroid health, adrenal support, IV therapy, detox and weight management Her philosophy that you are not a diagnosis you are a whole person and she truly lives that Why it matters for anyone feeling stretched thin, tired or off and how wellness is the foundation for everything else My takeaway the care she gives her clients is amazing she listens, customizes, and treats the person not just lab results or symptoms Anyone feeling not quite right dealing with chronic issues or frustrated by short term fixes Busy professionals high performers and anyone who wants a deeper whole body approach to health Website Clark Wellness Phone (254) 227 5851 Locations Waco and Hamilton Texas including telemedicine for Texas residents Learn more about functional medicine and Angelica IFM Profile Who This Episode is ForHow to Connect with AngelicaFinal ThoughtsI love that Angelica's connection to medicine comes from her mother and growing up with limited access to healthcare. She brings that personal experience into her work with every client. If you have been searching for a provider who sees you not just your diagnosis Clark Wellness may be exactly what you have been looking for. I loved learning about functional medicine and Angelica's whole body approach. It is practical, personalized, and really makes you think about what it means to truly care for your health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pippa Hudson speaks to physiotherapist Cheryl Gaynor about the risk of a condition called cording which may develop after breast cancer surgery. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Gratitude Reset: Why PTs Have the Best Job in the World In this episode, Doc Danny Matta reminds physical therapists why they have one of the most fulfilling professions on earth. From building lifelong relationships with patients to seeing the ripple effect of their work beyond the clinic, he shares how to reframe burnout and rediscover gratitude for what makes this career so meaningful. Quick Ask If this episode helps you reconnect with the "why" behind what you do, share it with another PT who might need the reminder—and tag @dannymattaPT so he can reshare! Let's help more clinicians rediscover pride and purpose in the profession. Episode Summary The reality check: PTs often forget how rare it is to do deeply meaningful work that changes people's lives. Patient zero stories: Every great clinic has those first patients who became raving fans and fueled its growth. Personal satisfaction: PTs experience emotional rewards most careers never touch—gratitude, trust, and transformation. The burnout trap: Feeling stuck or repetitive? You're focusing on the tasks, not the people. The unicorn profession: Physical therapy blends purpose and profitability—helping people while earning well. Lessons & Takeaways Focus on people, not paperwork: Documentation matters, but your attention changes outcomes. Gratitude is the antidote: Burnout fades when you remember the lives you've improved. Connection compounds: One genuine patient relationship can lead to hundreds more. Purpose drives longevity: Treating with empathy keeps you motivated through the grind. Fulfillment is the real paycheck: Emotional impact outweighs hourly reimbursement. Mindset & Motivation Reframe burnout: Every eval is another rep at changing someone's life. Appreciate the mission: You're doing work that directly improves human potential. Compare less, serve more: Other professions might pay more—but few feel this rewarding. Stay grounded in gratitude: Remember why you started and how many people you've helped. Pro Tips for Clinicians Use AI to reclaim presence: Tools like MeetClair AI handle your notes so you can focus on your patients. Check in with your "patient zeros": Reach out to early supporters and thank them for being part of your story. Create community moments: Celebrate wins, share patient stories, and build emotional connection in your clinic. Remember the mission: You're a servant leader—helping people live better, not just move better. Notable Quotes "You're not focusing on the wrong profession—you're focusing on the wrong thing. It's about the people, not the paperwork." "The amount of personal gratification you get from helping others is worth billions." "There are people out there who make more money than you—and they're dead inside. That's not us." "It's a unicorn business: purpose and profit living in the same place." Action Items Shift focus from tasks to people during your next treatment session. Take a moment to reflect on one patient whose life you've changed. Revisit your original motivation for becoming a PT—and write it down. Try an AI scribe like Clair to eliminate distraction and be fully present with patients. Programs Mentioned PT Biz Part-Time to Full-Time 5-Day Challenge (Free): Learn how to replace your income and go full time in your practice. Join here. Resources & Links PT Biz Website Free 5-Day PT Biz Challenge MeetClair AI — Free 7-day trial for PTs About the Host: Doc Danny Matta — physical therapist, entrepreneur, and founder of PT Biz and Athlete's Potential. He's helped over 1,000 clinicians start, grow, and scale successful cash-based practices across the U.S., and is passionate about helping PTs rediscover their purpose and gratitude for this profession.

In this episode, Travis Chappell sits down with his producer Eric for a candid conversation on money mindset, investing, and why “playing it safe” can sometimes be the riskiest move of all. Together, they unpack what it really means to make your money work for you—and why saving alone won't build long-term wealth. On this episode we talk about: The truth behind Grant Cardone's “cash is trash” mentality When saving money becomes a liability instead of a strength How to balance liquidity with long-term investing Using debt as a tool for leverage rather than a burden Why calculated risk is essential to escaping financial stagnation Top 3 Takeaways Cash has a purpose—but it's not growth. Savings should be a safety net, not a strategy. Good debt accelerates progress. When used intentionally, debt can be the difference between staying stuck and scaling up. Smart risk-taking builds wealth. The biggest financial wins come from understanding and embracing measured risk, not avoiding it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the team shares a behind-the-scenes look at how they bring in outside beta testers before a product launch. Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson share how they invite early users into the mix, what they're looking for, and how it all shapes the final version. It's a rare peek into the “guests are coming over” phase of building Fizzy.Key Takeaways00:12 – Inside Fizzy's early access phase02:28 – Selecting beta testers03:05 – Treating early access as a real-world dry run07:11 – Cutting the to-do list down to what truly matters09:59 – Why early access is different from beta testingLinks and ResourcesRecord a video question for the podcastBooks by 37signalsSign up for a 30-day free trial at Basecamp.comHEY World | HEYThe REWORK podcastThe Rework Podcast on YouTubeThe 37signals Dev Blog37signals on YouTube@37signals on X

Have you ever wondered what actually goes into showing up for your podcast audience week after week? In this milestone 200th episode, I take you behind the scenes of The Entrepreneurial Therapist Podcast — the lessons, the growth, the messy real-life moments (including recording with my feet in a foot warmer), and what this journey has taught me. I share the mindset that helped me stay committed, why I view this podcast like a high-value service people are paying for, and the exact strategy that has helped the show grow significantly in the last six months. I'm also answering your raw and honest questions from Instagram — from what niches are thriving right now, to how to navigate the business side of therapy while going through the hardest seasons of your personal life. Whether you're dreaming of launching a podcast or scaling beyond your current capacity, this episode will help you think bigger while protecting your most valuable resource: you. Topics Covered in this Episode: 0:59 - Why this milestone episode is a behind-the-scenes Q&A celebration 2:24 - How entrepreneurship creates flexibility for working moms 3:44 - The mindset + commitment behind 200 weekly episodes 7:28 - Treating your podcast like listeners are paying for it 9:49 - Why podcasting feels lonely at first (and when that changes) 10:51 - How I structure production so weekly episodes are realistic 14:43 - What 7-figure entrepreneurs do differently to protect their energy 17:34 - Navigating business during a divorce, grief, or your hardest season 21:51 - Niches that are thriving right now — and why they stand out If this episode inspired you or gave you a peek inside what's possible, the best way to say thanks is to hit follow, leave a review, and share it with another therapist building something bold this year. You showing up here every week is what keeps this show going and I can't wait for the next 200 episodes with you!   Resources Mentioned: Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle Take 50% off your first 4 months of Simple Practice + a 7 day free trial using the link: simplepractice.com/danielle

In this episode, Jeff interviews Luca about his intensive experience presenting at five conferences in two and a half days, including the Embedded Online Conference and a German conference where he delivered a keynote on AI-enhanced software development. Luca shares practical insights from running an LLM-only hackathon where participants were prohibited from manually writing any code that entered version control—forcing them to rely entirely on AI tools.The conversation explores technical challenges in AI-assisted embedded development, particularly the importance of context management when working with LLMs. Luca reveals that effective AI-assisted coding requires treating prompts like code itself—version controlling them, refining them iteratively, and building project-specific prompt libraries. He discusses the economics of LLM-based development (approximately one cent per line of code), the dramatic tightening of feedback loops from days to minutes, and how this fundamentally changes agile workflows for embedded teams.The episode concludes with a discussion about the evolving role of embedded developers—from code writers to AI supervisors and eventually to product owners with deep technical skills. Luca and Jeff address concerns about maintaining core software engineering competencies while embracing these powerful new tools, emphasizing that understanding the craft remains essential even as the tools evolve.Key Topics[02:15] LLM-only hackathon constraints: No human-written code in version control[04:30] Context management as the critical skill for effective LLM-assisted development[08:45] Explicit context control: Files, directories, API documentation, and web content integration[11:20] LLM hallucinations: When AI invents file contents and generates diffs against phantom code[13:00] Economics of AI-assisted coding: Approximately $0.01 per line of code[15:30] Tightening feedback loops: From day-long iterations to minutes in agile embedded workflows[17:45] Rapid technical debt accumulation: How LLMs can create problems faster than humans notice[19:30] The essential role of comprehensive testing in AI-assisted development workflows[22:00] Challenges with TDD and LLMs: Getting AI to take small steps and wait for feedback[26:15] Treating prompts like code: Version control, libraries, and project-specific prompt management[29:40] External context management: Coding style guides, plan files, and todo.txt workflows[32:00] LLM attention patterns: Beginning and end of context receive more focus than middle content[34:30] The evolving developer role: From coder to prompt engineer to AI supervisor to technical product owner[38:00] Code wireframing: Rapid prototyping for embedded systems using AI-generated implementations[40:15] Maintaining software engineering skills in the age of AI: The importance of manual practice[43:00] Software engineering vs. software carpentry: Architecture and goals over syntax and implementationNotable Quotes"One of the hardest things to get an LLM to do is nothing. Sometimes I just want to brainstorm with it and say, let's look at the code base, let's figure out how we're going to tackle this next piece of functionality. And then it says, 'Yeah, I think we should do it like this. You know what? I'm going to do it right now.' And it's so terrible. Stop. You didn't even wait for me to weigh in." — Luca Ingianni"LLMs making everything faster also means they can create technical debt at a spectacular rate. And it gets a little worse because if you're not paying close attention and if you're not disciplined, then it kind of passes you by at first. It generates code and the code kind of looks fine. And you say, yeah, let's keep going. And then you notice that actually it's quite terrible." — Luca Ingianni"I would not trust myself to review an LLM's code and be able to spot all of the little subtleties that it gets wrong. But if I at least have tests that express my goals and maybe also my worries in terms of robustness, then I can feel a lot safer to iterate very quickly within those guardrails." — Luca Ingianni"Roughly speaking, the way I was using the tool, I was spending about a cent per line. Which is about two orders of magnitude below what a human programmer roughly costs. It really is a fraction. So that's nice because it makes certain things approachable. It changes certain build versus buy decisions." — Luca Ingianni"You can tighten your feedback loops to an absurd degree. Maybe before, if you had a really tight feedback loop between a product owner and a developer, it was maybe a day long. And now it can be minutes or quarters of an hour. It is so much faster. And that's not just a quantitative step. It's also a qualitative step." — Luca Ingianni"Some of my best performing prompts came from a place of desperation where one of my prompts is literally 'wait wait wait you didn't do what we agreed you would do you did not read the files carefully.' And I'd like to use this prompt now, even before it did something wrong. And then it apologizes as the first step. And I feel terrible because I hurt the LLM's feelings. But it is very effective." — Luca Ingianni"As you tighten your feedback loops, quality must be maintained through code review and tests. Test first, new feature, review, passing tests—you need to go through that red-green-refactor loop. You can just hopefully do it much more quickly, and maybe in slightly bigger steps than you did before manually." — Jeff Gable"A lot of what I'm doing is really intended to rein in an LLM's propensity to sort of ramble. It's very hard to get them to practice TDD because you can ask them to write the test first, then they will. And then they will just trample on and write the implementation right with it without stopping and returning control back to you." — Luca Ingianni"Those prompts tend to be to some degree specific to the particular code base or the particular problem domain. Every now and then you stumble across ways of making an LLM do exactly what you want it to do within the context of the particular code base. And once you find a nugget like this, you keep it. You don't just keep it in the generic library. Some of those tricks will be very specific to a particular code base." — Luca Ingianni"Just like humans, LLMs tend to pay more attention to the stuff at the beginning of the context and at the end, and the middle sort of gets not quite forgotten but kind of fuzzy. You really need to have a way to extract all of that before it becomes fuzzy and store it in a safe place where it can't be damaged, like a file." — Luca Ingianni"I think we will hit this weird valley in the coming five years where everyone's just using LLMs and no one knows how to write code anymore. And there will be a need for people who can leverage the tools, but still have the skills that serve as the solid foundation." — Jeff Gable"Maybe this is essentially software engineering finally becoming true to its name. At the moment, software engineering is sort of more like software carpentry. You're really doing the craft. You're laboring to put the curly brackets at the right places. And maybe now it's more about taking a step back and thinking in terms of architecture, and thinking in terms of goals, as opposed to knowing how to swing a hammer." — Luca IngianniResources MentionedEmbedded Online Conference - Premier online conference for embedded systems professionals featuring talks on AI integration, development practices, and cutting-edge embedded technologies. All sessions are recorded and available for on-demand viewing.Aider - AI pair programming tool mentioned for its ability to integrate web content into context using commands like '/web [URL]' to incorporate API documentation and other online resources directly into the development workflow.GitHub Copilot - AI-powered code completion tool integrated with VS Code and other IDEs, enabling context-aware code generation and assistance for embedded development workflows. You can find Jeff at https://jeffgable.com.You can find Luca at https://luca.engineer.Want to join the agile Embedded Slack? Click hereAre you looking for embedded-focused trainings? Head to https://agileembedded.academy/Ryan Torvik and Luca have started the Embedded AI podcast, check it out at https://embeddedaipodcast.com/

What if the problem isn't your problems — it's how you're categorizing them?In this episode, we share a five-category framework for complaints (from drizzle to hurricane) that will change how you respond to life's challenges. Learn how to calibrate your emotional responses, stop suffering from small stuff, and build the resilience you need when real storms hit.The wisdom is in the calibration. Most things don't matter at all, and the things that do matter matter a ton. Learn the difference.

It's a delight to have Dr. Geoffrey Sher back. He's been on the show several times, and our discussion on "How to Avoid Implantation Failure During IVF" is one of the most viewed on the channel! Today we're talking about treating Endometriosis - related infertility.  Here are some facts about Endometriosis as shared by Dr. Sher:  - Endometriosis is a condition where cells similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grow outside of the uterus, in the pelvic cavity.   - It occurs in about 10% of all women and can be symptom free or may cause a wide spectrum of symptoms.   - It's estimated that 25% - 40% of all female infertility is linked to endometriosis in some way.   - Endometriosis is a life-long condition. It cannot be completely removed or cured. While endometriosis can usually be controlled (medically or surgically), the condition itself is not curable.  - Removing endometriomas from an ovary may help with getting pregnant. Dr. Sher is also sharing information about how the endometrium begins to grow outside the uterus, and why some women remain asymptomatic, and others develop symptoms.  Read the full transcript and get more information on the website. Do you have questions about IVF?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The IVF Class. The next live class call is on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain IVF and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom.  Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates   Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org.

In this episode of Thyroid Answers, Dr. Eric Balcavage sits down with pharmacist and bestselling author Dr. Izabella Wentz to revisit one of the most misunderstood conditions in modern medicine — Hashimoto's thyroiditis. They explore how new research and clinical experience are reshaping what we know about autoimmune thyroid disease, why so many women still struggle with fatigue, weight gain, and brain fog despite "normal" thyroid labs, and what it really takes to recover thyroid function from the inside out. Dr. Wentz and Dr. Balcavage break down the differences between managing Hashimoto's with medication and restoring thyroid health through the Adaptive Thyroid Model™, focusing on root causes suc as gut health, inflammation, hormone balance, and stress physiology. Key Topics: What most doctors miss about Hashimoto's and autoimmune thyroiditis The connection between stress, sleep, gut health, and thyroid autoimmunity Why "normal labs" can hide ongoing thyroid dysfunction How estrogen, cortisol, and inflammation alter thyroid hormone conversion The role of diet, supplements, and lifestyle in reversing Hashimoto's patterns How to know if your low T3 is adaptive — not failure And more ... Dr. Izabella Wentz is a compassionate, innovative, solution-focused integrative pharmacist dedicated to finding the root causes of chronic health conditions. Her passion stems from her own diagnosis with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2009, following a decade of debilitating symptoms. As an accomplished author, Dr. Wentz has written several best-selling books, including the New York Times best seller Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause, the protocol-based #1 New York Times best seller Hashimoto's Protocol: A 90-Day Plan for Reversing Thyroid Symptoms and Getting Your Life Back, and the Wall Street Journal best seller Hashimoto's Food Pharmacology: Nutrition Protocols and Healing Recipes to Take Charge of Your Thyroid Health. Her latest book, Adrenal Transformation Protocol, was released on April 18th, 2023. The book focuses on resetting the body's stress response through targeted safety signals and features a 4-week program that has already helped over 3,500 individuals. The program has an impressive success rate, with over 80% of participants improving their brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, irritability, sleep issues, and libido. http://thyroidpharmacist.com/ https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd/ https://www.facebook.com/ThyroidLifestyle/  

Is growth always the goal, or is there wisdom in slowing down? Dan Sullivan and Jeffrey Madoff share how real breakthroughs happen when you pause, build new capabilities, and stop chasing cookie-cutter success. True progress as an entrepreneur means playing your own game and having the freedom to shape your life, not just your business. Show Notes: Growth comes in two forms: expanding outward and building new capabilities internally. It's difficult to maximize your existing capabilities and create new capabilities at the same time. Lasting breakthroughs often start when entrepreneurs get bored and look for new challenges. Every capability, even the ones learned under pressure, adds to your entrepreneurial tool kit. Treating your capabilities as unique assets, rather than just checking off boxes, leads to bigger, better opportunities. Strategic Coach® draws inspiration from the entertainment industry, not the corporate world. Not every business needs to scale endlessly; staying small can give you more freedom and satisfaction. A tightly scheduled entrepreneur can't transform themselves. Most people want to retire because they need time off, but entrepreneurial growth happens when you realize you can take time off now. If you want your business to support the life you want, be deliberate about choosing both growth and downtime. Resources: Learn about Strategic Coach® Learn about Jeffrey Madoff The Entrepreneur's Guide To Time Management Your Business Is A Theater Production: Your Back Stage Shouldn't Show On The Front Stage Who Not How by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin HardyAlways More Ambitious by Dan Sullivan

Hello everyone!It was Halloween, so we went Trick or Treating, we went to the craft fair in the village hall and Robin had a school trip to Winchester Science Centre.Plus Tickly Time, Farty Facts, Joke of the Week and Juno's Book Review.We love you all!

Episode Summary Broadcasting live from the ICMI conference in Orlando, Amas and Bob discuss the evolving role of AI in contact centers, the ongoing struggle for strategic recognition, and welcome special guest Bianca, who shares her unique perspective on running HR as a contact center at Michigan State University. Key Topics & Timestamps 00:00 - Opening & Conference Impressions Podcast introduction (running since 2020, available on all platforms) Day 2 reflections from ICMI conference The shift in AI messaging: less prominent on vendor backdrops than previous year 03:00 - The Strategic Positioning Problem Why contact centers remain viewed as cost centers despite being more strategic than ever The CFO's perspective and the "drive to zero" mentality AHT obsession vs. strategic value creation 05:21 - The Power of Storytelling Bob's insights on communicating with executives The binder story: metrics vs. narrative Marketing's lesson: taking credit for soft impact Getting CFOs to sit with agents (the "three clicks vs. 19 clicks" story) 10:01 - Guest Interview: Bianca Pryson Background: retail, waitressing, Urban Outfitters merchandiser How she "fell into" HR customer service at MSU Managing a 3-person contact center handling 10,000+ calls and 10,000+ emails annually 14:35 - Putting the Human Back in Human Resources Training team on de-escalation and service basics Philosophy: servant leadership + customer-centric approach Treating unit HR as primary customers The "useless in email" turnaround story 21:24 - The Tips Debate Amas's controversial proposal: tips for contact center agents Bianca's counter: extra PTO as tips Under $50 purchase discussion (travel charger vs. Neti pot) 23:38 - When HR IS the Contact Center "Who polices the police?" Zero complaints or escalations since taking the role Using Genesys (not yet using AI capabilities) 26:00 - Technology & Generational Preferences Gen Z wants chatbots and modern tech Contact center as talent pipeline HR chatbot pilot program coming 28:15 - Final Advice Help HR understand the contact center's role Internal customer service = external customer service Contact centers should be talent funnels for the organization Guest Bio Bianca  is the HR Customer Service Experience Manager at Michigan State University, where she leads a team serving over 50,000 students, 6,000 faculty/staff, and 10,000+ retirees. With a background in retail management and customer service, she transformed MSU's HR service delivery by implementing contact center best practices and achieving zero escalations since taking the role. Key Takeaways AI isn't going away - it's just not the flashy selling point it was; companies are focusing on service improvement outcomes instead Stories > Metrics - National Speakers Association wisdom: spend 80% of time on stories, 20% on data when communicating with executives Contact centers remain undervalued - despite increased strategic importance, most still lack a "seat at the table" and are viewed as cost centers Internal service = External service - Research shows poor internal customer service directly leads to poor external customer service The contact center talent pipeline - Smart organizations use contact centers as funnels to develop and promote talent throughout the organization Small contact centers face unique challenges - With only 3 people handling 20,000+ annual interactions, operational efficiency becomes critical Gen Z wants technology - Modern contact center tech is a competitive advantage for attracting younger talent This episode was recorded live with a studio audience at the ICMI Conference in Orlando.  

In this episode: Wade walks through Business Banker (treating capital like a business, routing more cash flow through policies, and demanding payback with interest) and Infinite Banker (a closed family banking ecosystem where money consistently flows through your policies across generations). Expect practical criteria for loans, deal flow, and protecting liquidity while you invest. Tune in to see how disciplined policy use becomes a system—so your family controls the money game, not the banks. Episode Highlights 00:47 - Overview of podcast stages: business banking and infinite banking. 01:28 - Definition of a business banker and control over finances. 02:26 - Mindset shift: Premiums as investments, not expenses. 03:04 - Redirecting cash flow: Benefits and privacy of policies. 08:12 - Hard money lending and expanding banking systems. 10:02 - Key components of wealth building and financial conversations. 11:20 - Treating money transactions like a business. 13:02 - Infinite banking mindset and the closed financial ecosystem. 15:52 - Interdependence and family financial ecosystems. Episode Resources sagewealthstrategy.com 

Stephen Cloobeck didn't climb the ladder. He built his own. In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to grow a billion-dollar company without a business degree: and why integrity, discipline, and grit beat credentials every time. We get into his biggest pivots, how mentorship shaped his success, and why EQ always outperforms IQ in business and life. Stephen also opens up about giving away over $63 million, calling out “wokeness as weakness,” and what real leadership looks like when you're under pressure. Stephen Cloobeck is the founder and former CEO of Diamond Resorts, which sold for $3.3 billion enterprise value. He's been on Undercover Boss more than anyone, donated millions, and still believes character is the ultimate ROI. What We Discuss:  02:03 - Stephen's $63 million in philanthropic giving 04:02 - Undercover Boss episodes and giving away the most money  09:30 - Learning business from Mike Milken instead of business school  12:45 - Harvard Business School case study on his industry disruption  15:20 - Treating employees like family as competitive advantage  Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off  Manna Vitality: Visit mannavitality.com and use code JENNIFER20 for 20% off your order  Prolon: Get 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Amp fits is the perfect balance of tech and training, designed for people who do it all and still want to feel strong doing it. Check it out at joinamp.com/jen    Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Stephen Cloobeck:  Instagram: @stephenjcloobeck  Website: https://stephenjcloobeck.com/ 

Stephen Cloobeck didn't climb the ladder. He built his own. In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to grow a billion-dollar company without a business degree: and why integrity, discipline, and grit beat credentials every time. We get into his biggest pivots, how mentorship shaped his success, and why EQ always outperforms IQ in business and life. Stephen also opens up about giving away over $63 million, calling out “wokeness as weakness,” and what real leadership looks like when you're under pressure. Stephen Cloobeck is the founder and former CEO of Diamond Resorts, which sold for $3.3 billion enterprise value. He's been on Undercover Boss more than anyone, donated millions, and still believes character is the ultimate ROI. What We Discuss:  02:03 - Stephen's $63 million in philanthropic giving 04:02 - Undercover Boss episodes and giving away the most money  09:30 - Learning business from Mike Milken instead of business school  12:45 - Harvard Business School case study on his industry disruption  15:20 - Treating employees like family as competitive advantage  Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off  Manna Vitality: Visit mannavitality.com and use code JENNIFER20 for 20% off your order  Prolon: Get 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Amp fits is the perfect balance of tech and training, designed for people who do it all and still want to feel strong doing it. Check it out at joinamp.com/jen    Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Stephen Cloobeck:  Instagram: @stephenjcloobeck  Website: https://stephenjcloobeck.com/ 

If you've ever felt like your blackheads have permanently landed, or that your pores are starting to sag, today's episode is for you. This uninterrupted bonus conversation is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Curology and we're diving deep into the most common pore mysteries with Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud, MD, FAAD, Board Certified Dermatologist and Medical Director at Curology. Listen in as Dr. Tolpinrud debunks the myth of "shrinking" your pores, and reveals the true causes of clogging—from hormones and comedogenic ingredients to invisible micro dust pollution.You'll learn:Pore size & aging: Why your pores appear to sag as your collagen breaks down.Sebaceous filaments vs. blackheads: How to figure out what you're dealing with before you treat.What's in her doctor's bag: How Dr. Tolpinrud chooses the right prescription-strength ingredients to treat breakouts and improve skin texture for varying skin types.Myth-busted rituals: Does dunking your face in ice water or using a steamer really "open or close" your pores? Plus, are extractions a do or a don't, according to the derm?Introducing Curology Day Prime Rx, the first-ever prescription acne treatment that doubles as a blurring, shine-reducing primer—customizable to treat acne, dark spots, or even rosacea!For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Curology Curology, the pioneer of personalized prescription skincare, is our exclusive show partner for this episode. They have treated over 5.5 million patients across the USA. Curology is giving Breaking Beauty listeners a special link to try DayPrimeRx - the first-ever prescription acne treatment and primer - for FREE when you subscribe, just pay $5.45 shipping and handling! To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology's skin quiz! In just a few minutes, you'll share your current skin concerns and a few photos with a Curology dermatology provider who will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique skin goals. This will include DayPrimeRx if it's right for your unique skin! Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information. Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes! Related episodes like this: The Ultimate 101 Guide to At-Home Skincare Treatments To Remedy Your Skin Conundrum With Next-Gen “Status Facialist” Raquel Medina-CleghornHailey Bieber's Facialist Biba De Sousa On Debunking Breakout Triggers, Oil Cleanser Truths and MoreHow-to Make Your Makeup Last Longer! A 101 Masterclass on Skin Prep, Primers, Powders & Setting Sprays with Makeup Artist Pro Ruby Hammer, MBE *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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What to do when you catch yourself in “courtroom mode”You named it. You know you're doing it. You can hear yourself cross-examining every brushstroke, cataloging evidence that you're not good enough, delivering a guilty verdict before the paint dries.But what do you do when you catch yourself mid-spiral?This one's the follow-up to Your Studio Isn't a Courtroom — the practical side. Because recognition without tools leaves you stuck watching yourself repeat the same pattern. And if you've ever thought okay, I see it now, but how do I stop? — this is for you.In this episode:The simplest redirection tool (it sounds too easy, but it creates the split-second of space you need to choose differently)How to shift from prosecuting questions to investigating ones — and why "what's wrong with this?" keeps you trappedWhy experiments can't fail, but verdicts always doThe friend test: would you ever talk to another artist the way you talk to yourself in your head?What to do when you freeze — one concrete action that interrupts the spiral and starts the conversation with your painting againWhat your studio's actual job is (and why forgetting this turns every session into a trial)This episode's for you if:You can see the pattern now, but you don't know how to interrupt it once it startsYou stand there analyzing instead of painting, trying to figure out the move that won't get you criticizedYou're tired of the harsh voice winning every time — but kindness feels like giving upYou want tools that work in the moment, not theory you have to remember later—--------------------------------LINKS: https://savvypainter.com/356-your-studio-isnt-a-courtroom-make-yours-the-safest-place-to-create/Do you spend more time thinking about making art than actually making it? Start things you never finish? Make work and then stack it against the wall, facing inward, so you don't have to look at it?If any of that sounds familiar, I'd love to chat.Click here: savvypainter.com/survey to tell me what's going on. If it seems like I need more info, I'll reach out to schedule a call.Thanks so much!Support the showAnd hey - if this episode hit home, do me a favor, leave a review on Apple Podcast or come say hi on Instagram: @savvypainterpodcastI'd love to hear this episode resonated you. ❤️

In this episode of For The Dads with Former NFL Linebacker Will Compton, hosts Will and Sherm discuss how the guys spent their Halloween Weekends, chat through the PT6 Homework and the importance of Family Core Values, and comfort Sherm as he drops Scarlett off for the first day of daycare —all while keeping the episode fun, light and of course, under an hour. The episode kicks off with the guys recapping the first ever PT6 Meet Up before they dive into some hilarious conversations, including: The Saturday Night Stream that included ScarScar The importance of Parents having their own time Trick or Treating Highlights from the Weekend Other highlights include: Our best Dad Hack to date An AMAZING Lesson from Ole Willy One Shelf

Covino & Rich talk Kershaw's emotional moment! Did Trunk or Treating RUIN traditional Trick or Treating? They go around the NFL & discuss Overtime rules, winners & losers, and there's Jimmy Walker jokes & Rich spoils a movie. Plus, 'LAST ONE STANDING' controversy & a MNF bet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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