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In a world where everyone wants to be liked, are we becoming too afraid to tell each other the truth?In this episode of Road to Victory, I talk about why honesty is one of the greatest forms of love. We explore the difference between encouragement and enabling, why constructive criticism is essential for growth, and why the people who care about you should be willing to tell you the uncomfortable truth.We also talk about something even bigger: your life has value. If you're tired, discouraged, or feel like quitting, this episode is a reminder that your story isn't over. The world still needs what only you can bring.We discuss:Why truth is more valuable than empty complimentsThe difference between kindness and honestyWhy feedback is a gift if you're willing to receive itLearning to separate your identity from your mistakesThe importance of correcting small problems before they become big onesWhy your gifts are needed even when you don't feel like showing upHolding on when life feels heavyChoosing growth over comfort every single daySometimes the greatest act of love isn't making someone feel good.It's helping them become better.Welcome to the Road to Victory Podcast.

In this episode, we continue our book study on Friendship in the Lord and reflect on how loving appreciation and reconciliation are the places where friendship matures. We talk about why healthy adult friendships draw us closer to the Lord, how the unique gifts of women and men reveal different facets of God's love, and how learning to behold another's beauty without trying to grasp or possess it calls forth our true identity. We also discuss the importance of recognizing how we've hurt others, expressing sincere sorrow, and allowing others to do the same. As we bring our wounds, suffering, and sin into the love of Christ, we discover that the very places we fear most can become the biggest places of resurrection.   Other Resources Mentioned: Restore the Glory Podcast on Confession (Parts 1-3) S18 Forgiveness Meditation (with questions from the book Forgiving as Unity with Christ)  S11 Forgiveness Meditation with Sister Miriam   Announcement: You can buy your copy of Friendship in the Lord from Ave Maria Press (or Amazon).   Journal Questions: Am I maturing as a friend? What does the Holy Spirit want to teach me through my friendships? Am I currently experiencing conflict or frustration in a relationship? What is the pain or trigger I feel beneath the conflict? Can I receive the gift of beauty without trying to grasp or possess it? How have I failed to uphold the dignity of my friends? Am I experiencing the fullness of who I am? What parts of myself am I hiding from my relationships?   Discussion Questions: When have you experienced your own uniqueness in a friendship? Did you experience your uniqueness as a gift to give or as an insecurity to hide? How is the Lord inviting you to more freely receive your friends rather than possessing them? How have you participated in belittling or sarcasm in your relationships? How have you participated in or been on the receiving end of judgment within friendships? Where does the Lord want to love you into a place of freedom?   Quote to Ponder: "The intimacy of adult friendship in the Spirit can teach us to aspire to the fullest possible intimacy with the Lord himself. The tenderness of one friend toward another is the image of God's own tenderness, when the friends truly love each other in the Spirit." (Friendship in the Lord, Page 62) Scripture for Lectio: "Therefore as God's chosen people, holy and dearly beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues, put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity." (Colossians 3:12-14)   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:10 Scripture Verse and Quote to Ponder 02:03 Am I Maturing as A Friend? 07:57 Our Different Gifts Reveal Facets of God 11:45 Appreciating Beauty Without Grasping 14:28 Upholding the Dignity of Another 16:03 Receiving Ourselves as A Gift 18:37 Judgement Makes Us Blind 20:30 Exposing Our Weaknesses to the Light 22:00 Remaining Faithful to Our Friends 25:50 Reconciling with God and Others

In this episode, Johnathan Arnold provides some foundational teaching on what it means to be "male and female." Topics include:Chromosomal differencesPrimary & secondary sex characteristicsSex chromosome abnormalitiesMen in women's sportsSexismMale and female tendanciesGender stereotypesGender roles and expectations"Masculine" and "feminine" virtuesGender identity, dysphoria, and transgenderismNames, pronouns, and gender-inclusive languageGender in Bible translationGod's being and genderSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail1st.  A 28-year-old man in Pinellas Park in Florida was arrested for possession of an "SBR" (a, AR pistol) and is now facing 15 years in State Prison and possibly facing federal charges also.2nd.  Robert Cekada, the new head of ATF and a man devoid of Constitutional comprehension, is the smiling fox being welcomed into the henhouse, and too many 2nd Amendment advocates are being lulled into continued acceptance of the ATF's unacceptable tyranny simply because it is being packaged as a "kinder, gentler" tyranny.Royce is not kind to law enforcement officials who willfully violate the rights of the People while trashing their oath to uphold and defend the Supreme Law, and this fact is fully exhibited in this episode.Sicarios Gun ShopFirearms, Accessories, Ammo, Safes, and more!The Gun Site9-Lane 25 yard indoor Shooting Range, Gun Store, Training classesFreedom GunsFirearms, Ammunition, Accessories, Training classes WJS GunsGun and Outdoor Shop, ammo, accessories, fishing tackle, moreGlover Orndorf and Flanagan Wealth Mgmt.Wealth management servicesSHOOTINGCLASSES.COMOnline business operations platform for firearms instructors, trainees, and Shooting RangesCounter Strike TacticalBest Little Gun Store in Melbourne, Florida! Veteran Owned and Operated 321-499-4949Go2 WeaponsManufacturers of AR platform rifles for military and civilian. Veteran Owned and OperatedEar Care of MelbourneNeed hearing aids? Go to the audiologists that gave Royce his hearing back!Quantified PerformanceQuantified Performance, LLC is focused on building safe, high performing keepers and bearers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThe Watch Floor - YouTubeAskari Media GroupBuy Paul Eberle's book "Look at the Dirt"Paul Eberle (lookatthedirt.com)

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What happens when a coaching client does not realise that the frustration, resentment or overwhelm they are carrying is actually pointing towards a boundary that has been crossed? In this episode of The Coaching Crowd Podcast, we explore how to coach boundaries in a way that feels practical, ethical and deeply human. Boundaries can sound simple on the surface, but in coaching conversations they often reveal something much more complex. They connect to values, relationships, communication, emotions, beliefs, burnout, people pleasing and the way clients understand their own needs. We begin by reflecting on what boundaries really are. We describe them as the guidelines that help other people understand how to be in relationship with us. They communicate what we are comfortable with, what we are not comfortable with, how we want to be treated and what matters to us. Yet many of us rarely define our boundaries clearly, even for ourselves. Throughout the conversation, we explore why boundaries show up so often in coaching. A client may come to a session saying their manager keeps giving them unrealistic deadlines, or that a friend, partner or family member is asking too much of them. They may not use the word boundaries at all. Instead, they may talk about feeling angry, resentful, exhausted, overwhelmed or close to burnout. As coaches, these emotional cues can help us gently notice where a boundary may have been crossed. We also discuss the different types of boundaries that may be relevant in coaching. These include communication boundaries, emotional boundaries, time boundaries, physical boundaries, energetic boundaries and professional boundaries. Breaking boundaries down in this way can help clients move away from a broad, abstract concept and begin to understand what is actually happening in their day to day lives. A central theme in this episode is the idea of a boundary audit. What boundaries does the client know they have? Which boundaries have they never consciously established? Who knows about those boundaries? So much conflict and confusion can arise because boundaries are assumed rather than communicated. We may expect others to behave as we would, only to feel hurt or frustrated when they do not. We also explore the reality that setting a boundary can create change in a relationship. If a client has always been available after work, always said yes, or always taken responsibility for other people's needs, then communicating a new boundary may come with a cost or consequence. Coaching can provide the safe space needed to explore those consequences, prepare for them and understand what support the client may need. Another important part of the conversation is the difference between boundaries and control. A boundary is something we set for ourselves. It clarifies what we will allow, what we will not allow and what action we may take if that boundary is crossed. Control, on the other hand, is about trying to dictate what another person must do. Helping clients understand this distinction can be powerful, especially when they are navigating complex relationships or workplace expectations. We also talk about permeable boundaries. Some boundaries are firm, while others may be more flexible depending on the situation. For example, a client may have a boundary around not working in the evening, but occasionally choose to respond to something because it feels right in that moment. This can be useful, but it can also create confusion or drift. Coaching can help clients explore whether they are acting from choice, pressure, fear or habit. Towards the end of the episode, we share coaching questions that can support boundary exploration. Questions such as "What boundary are you currently avoiding?", "What are you protecting?" and "What would be the hardest boundary for you to enforce?" can help clients connect with what they need. We also explore the use of metaphor and visual thinking, helping clients imagine boundaries as walls, screens, dotted lines, protective bubbles or something entirely personal to them. This episode is a reminder that coaching boundaries is rarely about giving clients a script for saying no. It is about helping them understand their values, recognise their emotional signals, explore their beliefs, process the discomfort and build the confidence to uphold what matters to them. Healthy boundaries create clarity, safety and more sustainable relationships, both personally and professionally. Timestamps 00:00 | Introduction to coaching boundaries 00:06 | Why boundaries are showing up in coaching conversations 00:24 | What do we mean by boundaries? 01:34 | Defining boundaries for ourselves 02:10 | How to recognise when a boundary has been crossed 03:41 | Communication preferences and boundary breaches 04:45 | Different types of boundaries 06:40 | Using a wheel of life style approach for boundaries 07:23 | The idea of a boundary audit 08:40 | How assumed boundaries create confusion 09:42 | Communicating boundaries in relationships 10:30 | The cost and consequence of creating a new boundary 11:19 | Signs a client may need stronger boundaries 12:20 | Boundaries, people pleasing and burnout 13:38 | Values, needs and emotional reactions 14:25 | Temporary, flexible and permeable boundaries 15:57 | How permeable boundaries can create confusion 17:28 | The risk of boundary drift 18:20 | Boundaries versus control 19:20 | Upholding boundaries and managing consequences 20:13 | Beliefs that make boundaries difficult 21:55 | Shame, difficulty and emotional safety 22:43 | Coaching questions for boundary exploration 23:28 | Exploring hard and achievable boundaries 24:57 | Using metaphor and visual coaching tools 26:57 | Emotions Coaching Practitioner training Key Lessons Learned: Boundaries are guidelines that help people understand how to be in relationship with us. Clients may not name boundaries directly. They may present with resentment, anger, overwhelm, burnout or people pleasing. A boundary audit can help clients identify which boundaries they already have, which ones they have not communicated and where confusion is arising. Boundaries are often linked to values. When a value or need is not honoured, the client may experience a strong emotional reaction. Healthy boundaries create clarity and safety, rather than pushing people away. Permeable boundaries can be useful, but they can also create confusion if the client is not clear on when and why they flex them. Coaching around boundaries often involves exploring cost, consequence, beliefs and emotional discomfort. Boundaries are not the same as control. A boundary is about what the client will allow or choose, not about forcing another person to behave differently. Clients may feel shame when they struggle to uphold a boundary, so coaches need to create a safe and non judgemental space. Visual metaphors can help clients explore boundaries in a more embodied and creative way. Keywords: How to coach boundaries, Coaching boundaries, Boundary coaching, Healthy boundaries, Emotional boundaries, Professional boundaries, Communication boundaries, Time boundaries, People pleasing and boundaries, Coaching questions for boundaries, Values and boundaries, Boundaries versus, control, Emotions coaching, Coaching clients with overwhelm, Coaching burnout, Coaching emotional wellbeing, Links and Resources: Emotions Coaching Practitioner Training: https://igcompany.com/emotions-coaching

Worries are being raised about the protection of the Irish Language laws within the Gaeltacht region in Kerry. Numbers show that there have been no investigations of breaches to Irish Language law's requirements by Kerry County councils since it was passed 12 years ago. Dingle-based Sinn Fein, Councillor Robert Brosnan is calling for the laws to be more heavily enforced by the council.

Worries are being raised about the protection of the Irish Language laws within the Gaeltacht region in Kerry. Numbers show that there have been no investigations of breaches to Irish Language law's requirements by Kerry County councils since it was passed 12 years ago. Dingle-based Sinn Fein, Councillor Robert Brosnan is calling for the laws to be more heavily enforced by the council.

On the Wednesday, July 1, 2026, broadcast of The Tara Show, host Tara Servatius led the opening segment with a fierce critique of the U.S. Supreme Court's recent 5-4 ruling that blocked Donald Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship. Tara argued that the decision misreads the original intent of the 14th Amendment, pointing out that historical figures like Senator Edgar Cowan explicitly noted constraints on automatic citizenship for those under foreign allegiance. She expressed deep alarm over progressive candidates, such as Democratic Socialist candidate Mila Kiaros winning a primary in Colorado, and explicitly linked these political shifts to what she terms "birth tourism" loopholes exploited by anti-American figures like left-wing commentator Hasan Piker. Blaming "Uni-party" alignment and conservative justices John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett for backing the decision, Tara warned that this ruling represents a catastrophic failure to protect American sovereignty and demographics from external influence.

In this massive episode of the Adult in the Room podcast, Victoria Taft breaks down a historic day of earth-shattering Supreme Court decisions and cultural warfare. First, we dive into a controversial SCOTUS birthright citizenship ruling led by Chief Justice John Roberts, which corporate media is celebrating but constitutional scholars warn turns the document into a suicide pact. We look directly at Justice Samuel Alito's fiery dissent and why the rise of global "birth tourism" poses a direct threat to American sovereignty. Next, we celebrate a critical victory for biological reality: SCOTUS has officially upheld Title IX guidelines out of West Virginia, protecting girls' sports and locker rooms from biological males. Victoria also exposes the infantile pettiness of blue-state governors (including Washington, California, Oregon, and Pennsylvania) who intentionally left their state booths empty at the historic All-America State Fair in D.C. out of pure spite for the administration

  The outrage over the Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship has been swift, strong, and stark. Holly and Greg both express amazement at the vitriol being directed at the court, along with concerns that many Americans appear to have not understood the 14th Amendment before SCOTUS' decision. 

The Rebbe writes that Chabad educational standards must not be lowered out of concern for losing students. Instead, issues should be addressed pleasantly and positively, focusing on the benefits of proper conduct and increasing farbrengens to inspire students. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/012/007/4195

Welcoming Kate Sclater, Head of Community Investment at Rātā Foundation, to Purposely Podcast. Rātā Foundation is one of twelve community trusts acrossAotearoa New Zealand, formed following the deregulation of the banking sector in the late 1980s. With a fund of around $700 million, it operates in perpetuity across Canterbury, Nelson Marlborough and the Chatham Islands, striving for an equitable and sustainable society under the kaitiakitanga of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Its name comes from the Southern Rātā tree, a flowering native that lives within an ecosystem and lifts those around it. Kate grew up in Exeter, Devon, in a low-socioeconomiccommunity. At eleven, she was awarded a scholarship to attend a private school, an experience that gave her a daily, lived view of inequality. Walking between two worlds shaped a belief that would carry through her entire career: whatphilanthropy gives people is not just money. It is belief in themselves. Her early career in the UK took in the National LotteryCharities Board, where she ran a small grants pilot designed to reach the parts of the voluntary sector other programmes had not reached. She recalls a man in Plymouth who received a grant of two and a half thousand pounds to bring acommunity together around a football, who later secured six million pounds of European regeneration funding for his neighbourhood. The lesson she carried from that: remove barriers, meet people where they are, and enable them tobelieve what is possible. Twenty-two years ago, Kate arrived in New Zealand with herpartner. Her first role here was with St John, before Canterbury's twin crises, the earthquakes and the 2019 mosque shootings, shaped much of what Rātā became.In both cases, the foundation's pre-existing relationships with funders, iwi and council meant they could respond within days, not weeks. Kate is clear: you cannot build those relationships in the moment of trauma. They have to existbefore the crisis arrives. At Rātā, Kate has helped develop a community investmentapproach that sits across a full range of tools: grant funding, multi-year partnerships, capability building and impact investment. Their current strategic focus areas are health, housing, education and environment. Housing has been the primary focus for their impact investment work, using construction financing, revolving credit facilities and equity placements to support affordable rental and progressive home ownership. The outcomes are tangible. Afamily that had moved fourteen times in ten years now has a stable home. The educational and health outcomes that follow from that stability are what intergenerational change actually looks like. The conversation also covers the AI capacity-building workRātā has supported through the Nelson AI Sandbox, helping community organisations use the technology ethically and practically, including for multilingual communication, grant writing and data collection. Kate talks abouta future in which AI might allow funders to have conversations with people that populate application forms, rather than requiring applicants to navigate written processes that can feel designed to exclude. What philanthropy actually gives people, and why beliefmatters more than moneyThe geographic reach and intergenerational purpose of RātāFoundationImpact investment as one tool among many, and why housingwas the right place to startResponding to crisis, the mosque shootings, the earthquakes,and why relationships have to come firstStarting again: arriving as a migrant and starting againAI, the digital divide, and how the community sector cankeep upHolding purpose tightly and method lightly This episode of Purposely is brought to you by Benevityand Trust Investments.Key Themes

In this episode, we walk through the book of Nehemiah, learning about rebuilding what is broken, trusting God's plan, and finding strength in Him.

The Rebbe writes that when encountering spiritual laxity, one must not compromise Torah standards to make things easier. Instead, like Rav in Bavel, one should strengthen boundaries and uphold Torah values, ensuring the community remains steadfast even amid challenges. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/007/2079

The Rebbe writes about the obligation to save Jewish children from non-religious or heretical education, emphasizing that every effort must be made to ensure at least basic Torah observance. He stresses that leaders are responsible for the spiritual well-being of their students. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/008/002/2263

Send us Fan MailSarah welcomes Sibel Osman back to The Beyond Condition Podcast.For this special episode, here are some words from Sibel herself; Our beautiful sport is one that both myself and Matthew Ali grew up in and have always known it to be inclusive, in fact one of the most endearing aspects of our sport is the fact that it is so inclusive, be it age or disability. Upholding the values and the ethos of bodybuilding is something that both myself and Matt have worked very hard to pioneer wherever and whenever we can. It is all too easy to get lost in the ‘mainstream' and follow trends and crowds of the ‘new generation' and forget the cornerstones of what made this sport great and celebrate ALL athletes from all walks of life that endure every day to live and breathe it.We as able-bodied athletes often take for granted the privilege and blessings we have, being able to get up with ease and carry out our everyday tasks as an athlete and yet some still find something to complain about.Unless you are either directly affected, know or have a loved one that is disabled/disabled athlete, it is easy to overlook how easy able-bodied athletes have it. The real superheroes of our sport are our disabled brothers and sisters who get up every day in the face of great adversity, go to the gym and function, perform, prep, bulk and work like true soldiers to achieve what can only be described as remarkable, and create physiques that are frankly mind blowing. The fact that we have disability categories in our sport is incredible and I commend and thank EVERY federation that is inclusive enough to have a disability category.  This proves just how wonderful our sport is, however, we (myself and Matt) want to take this further and build on that. Creating a Disability Pro League, the first of its kind in the world, is something that we believe is a long time coming and nothing short of deserved. These incredible inspiring athletes are in a league of their own and deserve A LEAGUE of their own, a Super Pro league to celebrate their excellence and allow them a platform and an avenue to achieve their greatness and take their athletic prowess as far as they wish to go.We will work extremely hard to create opportunities and rewards for all of these incredible athletes and ensure that they know and feel that this sport belongs to them EQUALLY. If you get up everyday and live the life of a bodybuilder, you train to a targeted plan, eat a specific diet, have a prep coach, check in, go off season, prep, compete…..the list goes on….you ARE a bodybuilder and should have all the opportunities afforded to you that able bodied athletes have.Bodybuilding is built on values that promote and teach resilience, consistency and to Never Give Up! To build physiques that are way above the norm and visually represent the sheer heart and work that has gone into building a body that is a work of art. Nothing is more demonstrative of these core values than our disabled athletes who are a testament to the work ethic and the fire that champion mindsets and bodies are built from. To be able to work on building this sector of our sport is one of the projects that truly means a lot to us. We must all embrace change as progression in all things is important, provided that the change is progressive and for the greater good. I think we have all had our fill of recent negativity and poor communication within the sport and it is time that something new and good was introduced to give our athletes a new lease of life and love for our sport.We welcome all the support that you can afford us and the incredible athletes as we build this sector in the coming year.Thank you for listening.Find Sibel and the federations mentioned on Instagram: @sopro1000 @acpukofficial @ibfa_ukWatch the episode here: https://youtu.be/nF-wGAPJhugFind Sarah on Instagram: @sarahparker_bbTHE ULTIMATE SHOW DAY GUIDE E-BOOK: Purchase hereBeyond Condition Coaching Application: Click here

John is joined by Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach, who explains why he is strongly opposed to clemency for Kansas death row inmates, and is urging Governor Laura Kelly to reject those requests and uphold the jury verdicts.

This week on Herbal Radio, host Lucretia VanDyke is joined by the clinical herbalist and the Executive Director of the Berkeley Herbal Center (BHC), Ashley Campos. Join us as they explore: Ashley herbalism journey: from student to director Fostering and recognizing diversity in herbalism education Upholding the sacredness of plants while pursuing a career in herbalism Holding space for spiritualism in clinical practice Creative ways to connect with plants through music and art Cacao as medicine: far beyond an indulgent treat As always, we thank you for joining us on another botanical adventure and are so honored to have you tag along with us on this ride. Remember, we want to hear from you! Your questions, ideas, and who you want to hear from are an invaluable piece to our podcast. Email us at podcast@mountainroseherbs.com to let us know what solutions we should uncover next within the vast world of herbalism.

OC talks World Cup with Lauren Beck, Brendan Sorsby's restored eligibility with Geoff Schwartz, Stanley Cup Final with Adrian Denny in Between The Pipes, Upholding consequences is important + more

OC talks World Cup with Lauren Beck, Brendan Sorsby's restored eligibility with Geoff Schwartz, Stanley Cup Final with Adrian Denny in Between The Pipes, Upholding consequences is important + more

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Upholding the "Christian" label in a world like ours is vulnerable—it's risky. If we live rightly in our wrong world, sooner or later we will find ourselves in conflict or threatened.When Esther's people, the Jews, were threatened, she had to choose whether or not she was going to stand up for them against the persecution of Haman. Would she keep her identity as a Jew a secret and save herself? Or would she stick her neck out and try to save the Jews?Jill encourages us to be like Esther, and to be unashamed of the Gospel message in our witness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

China's top diplomat Wang Yi called on the country and France to shoulder responsibilities for upholding international peace, stability and development, while he was holding talks with Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic adviser to the French president.

Send us a Positive Review!Series Title: Religion IS Political [Part II of VII]In this episode Val & Nathan walk through the last several decades and map issues of high and low LDS political involvement, offering a template for what the church feels is significant enough to merit their active public statements, financial resources, active instruction to LDS membership regarding the vote.   What the church deems "of significant moral consequence" (per their official statement of neutrality) and what is deemed not morally significant enough to comment on in times of social unrest makes for very interesting conversation.  Join Val & Nathan as they unpack this highly relevant topic in an effort to make sense of this phenomenon, which they realize is anything but neutral.  Timestamps:00:00 Welcome and Series Setup00:19 Recap Political Neutrality02:42 Follow the Leader Tension03:45 LA Churches Speak Out05:26 Stated vs Observed Neutrality06:31 High Engagement Moral Issues11:40 Low Engagement Justice Issues16:29 Matthew 25 Reality Check19:47 2026 Silence and Current Events23:16 Doctrine and Covenants 9826:48 Silence as Endorsement29:13 Next Episode Preview and WrapSupport the showSupport the showListen, Share, Rate & Review EPISODESFriday Episodes Annual Access $89Friday Episodes Monthly Access $10Valerie's Support & Processing GroupsGift a ScholarshipDownload Free ResourcesVisit our Website

And the people of Israel, the whole congregation, came into the wilderness of Zin in the first month, and the people stayed in Kadesh. And Miriam died there and was buried there.2 Now there was no water for the congregation. And they assembled themselves together against Moses and against Aaron. 3 And the people quarreled with Moses and said, “Would that we had perished when our brothers perished before the LORD! 4 Why have you brought the assembly of the LORD into this wilderness, that we should die here, both we and our cattle? 5 And why have you made us come up out of Egypt to bring us to this evil place? It is no place for grain or figs or vines or pomegranates, and there is no water to drink.” 6 Then Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the entrance of the tent of meeting and fell on their faces. And the glory of the LORD appeared to them, 7 and the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 8 “Take the staff, and assemble the congregation, you and Aaron your brother, and tell the rock before their eyes to yield its water. So you shall bring water out of the rock for them and give drink to the congregation and their cattle.” 9 And Moses took the staff from before the LORD, as he commanded him.10 Then Moses and Aaron gathered the assembly together before the rock, and he said to them, “Hear now, you rebels: shall we bring water for you out of this rock?” 11 And Moses lifted up his hand and struck the rock with his staff twice, and water came out abundantly, and the congregation drank, and their livestock. 12 And The LORD said to Moses and Aaron, “Because you did not believe in me, to uphold me as holy in the eyes of the people of Israel, therefore you shall not bring this assembly into the land that I have given them.” 13 These are the waters of Meribah, where the people of Israel quarreled with the LORD, and through them he showed himself holy.

Across the world, essential civilian services increasingly depend on information and communication technologies (ICTs). These same technologies are also reshaping the conduct of armed conflict. As warfare becomes more digitalized, a critical question emerges: how can civilians be protected in an interconnected battlespace? Ensuring the faithful implementation of international humanitarian law in relation to ICT activities is central to this challenge. In this post, Wen Zhou, ICRC Legal Adviser with the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law (Global IHL Initiative), draws on discussions under the ICT workstream of the Initiative to highlight key humanitarian and legal questions arising from ICT activities in armed conflict, and to reflect ongoing efforts by states and other stakeholders to uphold the protections afforded by IHL and strengthen its implementation in practice.

When clients cross boundaries—texting late at night, expecting instant responses, or ignoring cancellation policies—it's not always their fault. Often, it's because we've unintentionally trained them to believe that behavior is okay.In this Quick Tip episode, Lianne Kim shares how every interaction with a client is an opportunity to set expectations and uphold boundaries. From response times to communication styles, you'll learn how to take ownership of the relationship and show clients how to treat you with respect.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you'll discover:‌Why every interaction trains your clients on how to treat youHow responding outside your boundaries reinforces bad behaviorWhy contracts alone aren't enough—communication matters morePractical ways to uphold boundaries with kindness and clarityHow firm but fair conversations create respect and sustainabilityTimestamps:‌ ‌00:00 – Quick Tip intro: boundaries and client training02:00 – The travel agent lesson: you train clients from day one05:00 – Upholding boundaries in communication and contracts08:00 – Handling cancellations and lateness with fairness10:00 – Action step: identify one client who needs boundary training—‌Connect with me:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach  Instagram: @liannekimcoachJoin the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com Instagram: @mamasandcoPodcasting support:https://theultimatecreative.com 

This week's speakers Karen Browne - The Situation in IrelandBio: I live in Galway, in the west of Ireland. My activism centres around taking action in the form of stickering, leaflets, talking to people and engaging with government. I'm also a member of Let Women Speak. As I live with disabilities, I'm also interested in how women are impacted by disability. I believe change comes when ordinary women come together to do something extraordinary.Cath Dyson - UK - New Women's Rights network report on English local authorities and their dereliction of duty in implementing the Supreme Court judgementBio: Co-ordinator of WRN Greater ManchesterJennifer Sey - USA - Changing the cultural conversationBio: Jennifer Sey is an American author, filmmaker, business executive, and retired National Champion gymnast. She is now the founder and CEO of her own clothing brand, XX-XY Athletics – the only athletic brand to stand up for women's sports and female athletes.♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀Enjoying our webinars? If you are a position to make a one-off or recurring donation to support our work, you can find out how to do so (and see our financial reports) at https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/donate/ - thank-you!♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀Women's Declaration International (#WDI) Feminist Question Time is a weekly online webinar (Saturdays 3-4.30pm UK time). It is attended by a global feminist and activist audience of between 200-300. The main focus is how gender ideology is harming the rights of women and girls. See upcoming speakers and register to attend at https://bit.ly/registerFQT. There is also a monthly AUS/NZ FQT, on the last Saturday of the month at 7pm (Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney)/9pm (NZ). Register to attend at https://bit.ly/registerFQTAUSNZ.On Sundays (10am UK time), our webinar series, Radical Feminist Perspectives, offers a chance to hear leading feminists discuss radical feminist theory and politics. Register at https://bit.ly/registerRFP.Attendance of our live webinars is women-only; men are welcome to watch/share recordings here on YouTube. WDI is the leading global organisation defending women's sex-based rights against the threats posed by gender identity ideology. Find out more at https://womensdeclaration.com, where you can join more than 30,000 people and 418 organisations from 157 countries in signing our Declaration on Women's Sex-based Rights. The Declaration reaffirms the sex-based rights of women which are set out in the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 18 December 1979 (#CEDAW).Disclaimer: Women's Declaration International hosts a range of women from all over the world on Feminist Question Time (FQT), on Radical Feminist Perspectives (RFP) and on webinars hosted by country chapters – all have signed our Declaration or have known histories of feminist activism - but beyond that, we do not know their exact views or activism. WDI does not know in detail what they will say on webinars. The views expressed by speakers in these videos are not necessarily those of WDI and we do not necessarily support views or actions that speakers have expressed or engaged in at other times. As well as the position stated in our Declaration on Women's Sex-based Rights, WDI opposes sexism, racism and anti-semitism. For more information, see our Frequently Asked Questions (https://womensdeclaration.com/en/about/faqs/) or email info@womensdeclaration.com.#feminism #radicalfeminism #womensrights

This Friends Like Us, host Marina Franklin talks with funny ladies Chanel Ali and Hollie Harper about decline in city rats, comedy, and confronting uncomfortable truths! They share stories and laughs while addressing issues like family history and societal norms. Listen now!  Hollie Harper is a South Jersey comedian/writer/actress. In 2021 she created and co-exec-produced Hella Late! with Hollie Harper on BRIC TV for which she was nominated for best actress at 2021's NYC Web Fest. She was a recent semi-finalist in the NBC Standup Competition, won Best Actress at 2024's Act One, One Act Festival and just earned a Best Actress nomination by Broadway World for her performance in Melanie Goodreaux's "The Popes Of Farragut Street". Her live, sold-out comedy show "F.D.K." with Emily Flake was recently chosen for the Knockouts Women's Comedy Festival, the New York Comedy Festival and the IO Comedy Festival in Chicago. Chanel Ali -You know Chanel Ali from Netflix's Dash and Lily or her time on MTV's Girl Code. Originally from Philly, her storyteller-like style and commanding stage presence allowed her to conquer the NYC comedy scene as a crowd favorite. She boasts two Comedy Central specials, an album, and the fact that she drinks way more than you. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf. Writer for HBO's 'Divorce' and the new Tracy Morgan show on Paramount Plus: 'Crutch  

Episode 5189: SCOTUS Victory Upholding Deportations; Free Tina Peters

John Yoo argues that the tariff ruling proves the Court is not a partisan tool, but an independent body upholding constitutional boundaries and judicial ideology. 6.1889 SCOTUS

This week on Rising Up for Justice, Vincent Warren, executive director of the Center for Constitutional Rights joins us.

On Wednesday's Mark Levin Show, people are still being killed in Iran. Is the U.S. on the way? There's been a lot of movement of military personnel in and out of the Iranian area. Any attack on Iran would require full preparedness. Also, Zuhdi Jasser describes political Islam as a system seeking centralized control over individuals' minds, bodies, societies, and governments, noting that Islam requires enlightenment and reform to counter theocracy in favor of individual liberty and universal human rights, as it remains stuck in seventh-century barbarism. The Islamist mindset fuels bloody sectarian wars in places like Iran, Syria, Yemen, and Lebanon, as well as targeting the West by organizations, with Qatar and Iran exemplifying its violent impact on Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Later, the ICE agent struck by Renee Good's vehicle suffered internal bleeding to his torso. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey compared the injury to closing a refrigerator door with his hips. The Democrat Party is unleashing their militias as in 2020 to protect millions of illegal aliens, in hopes for a Supreme Court ruling upholding birthright citizenship—which doesn't exist in the Constitution. Democrats are pushing to eliminate or slash ICE funding, threatening government shutdowns and blaming Republicans, as exemplified by Chuck Schumer calling ICE agents untrained and responsible for killings. Afterward, the Supreme Court is poised to rule on a tariff decision. Upholding the lower court's ruling against the President's authority would cause absolute chaos, including uncertainties in repaying affected countries and determining when tariffs qualify as national security measures, as exemplified by the 25% tariff on nations doing business with Iran solely for security reasons. The Court has an out – reverse the lower court that ​ruled ​tariffs ​unconstitutional​, then step away from any decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are in a powerful energetic window right now with the Winter Solstice, a New Moon, and a moment of deep reflection and reset. In this Soul Elevation livestream, I explore the energetic reality of people pleasing, boundaries, and the unseen energy exchanges that shape our health, emotions, and life satisfaction. I share personal experiences from my work as a podcast host and former corporate professional to illustrate how over-giving without reciprocity leads to depletion, imbalance, and eventually burnout. This conversation is about understanding your worth as an energetic being and learning how to honor yourself without guilt. We also reflect on the seasonal energy of the Winter Solstice, a natural time of rest, restoration, and inner recalibration. If you have been feeling tired, unmotivated, or in a quiet void, this is not something to fix. It is something to honor. In this episode, you will explore: • Why people pleasing creates energetic imbalance • How energy exchange mirrors a balance sheet • The connection between boundaries and vitality • Recognizing energetic siphoning in relationships and work • How to protect your energy without conflict or guilt • Using the New Moon and Solstice window for intentional reset This is not about keeping score or tit for tat relationships. It is about honoring your energy, recognizing reciprocity, and stepping into self respect as a spiritual practice. If this message resonates, I invite you to explore more resources, meditations, and upcoming events at karagoodwin.com. Thank you for being part of this community and for helping elevate collective consciousness through your presence, awareness, and energy. Please subscribe also to my new Soul Elevation clips channel: https://www.youtube.com/@soulelevationclips?sub_confirmation=1 

Send us a textWould your confidence hold if your safety net snapped like a spider web? We dive into the exchange between Job and Bildad to examine the difference between real trust and the illusion of security that prosperity can create. Bildad's words land with force because they're half-true: wealth is fragile, plans are brittle, and the plant of success can be uprooted overnight. But he misfires when he pins that charge on Job, equating loss with guilt and suffering with secret sin. We dig into that error and ask what it means to build on a foundation that endures when favorable seasons pass.Along the way, we trace the spider web image through Isaiah 59, where outward activity cannot clothe the soul. We talk openly about how most of us lean on bank accounts, plans, and applause to feel safe—and how the tease of partial success keeps us chasing the next thing. Then we pivot to a saner rhythm: obey God and enjoy life. Paint the wall. Love your people. Be grateful today. Let go of “stuff” so it can stay a gift and not a god. That release doesn't shrink your world; it frees you to hold what matters with clean hands and a steady heart.We also sit with Job's quiet. Silence is not surrender; it can be the place where dependence deepens and words return with weight. True counsel meets suffering with presence, not blame. Common grace is real, empathy is needed, and wisdom knows when a biblical idea is being used in the wrong moment. If you've ever felt accused in your losses or tempted to build your worth on what you own, this conversation offers clarity, courage, and a call back to what lasts.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a sturdier foundation, and leave a review so others can find it.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us a textA friend who “tells it like it is” can leave deeper bruises than the storm itself. We dive into Job 8 and meet Bildad, the comforter who wields doctrine like a club—equating suffering with secret sin and appealing to tradition as if age could replace discernment. As we read his words, we ask harder questions about truth, love, and how theology should land on a broken heart.We share why the prosperity-innocence formula fails the test of Job's life and the witness of Scripture. Our panel explores the tension between honoring the wisdom of the past and recognizing when it's misapplied in the present. Along the way, we confront a widespread belief about election: did God choose us because He foresaw our choice, or do we choose Christ because He first chose and drew us by grace? That distinction changes how we interpret suffering and how we treat those who are grieving. If grace is first, then accusation has to yield to patience, presence, and prayer.We also unpack Bildad's marshland metaphors—reeds withering without water—and why they don't prove Job's guilt. Christ, the living water, sustains believers even when outward life dries up. Rather than reading providence like a scoreboard, we learn to hold fast to the character of God and the integrity He Himself grants His people. The conversation stays practical: how to avoid weaponizing doctrine, how to use tradition wisely, and how to care for friends without turning into a judge.If you're weary of neat answers to messy pain, press play. Then share your take: where have you seen “truth” used without love, and what restored your hope? Subscribe for more thoughtful, Scripture-rich conversations, and leave a review to help others find the show.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us a textPain often draws a crowd of advisers—and not all of them bring comfort. We walk through Job 8 and the cutting claims of Bildad, who reads Job's losses as proof of a godless heart. From that scene we confront a stubborn modern reflex: turning prosperity into a scorecard for righteousness while treating suffering as evidence of hidden sin. Instead, we argue for a bigger frame—God's sovereignty over both blessing and hardship—and show how that truth stabilizes hope when life is stripped bare.We dig into the language of hope as assurance, not wishful thinking, and unpack Bildad's metaphor of the spider's web: intricate, impressive, yet fragile and deceptive. That image becomes a mirror for our own false securities—wealth, reputation, perfect families, and religious performance—that look strong until a single gust tears them down. Along the way, we consider how Jesus himself appeared withered and stricken before men yet was never cut off, and how that lens redefines what “favor” looks like when the crowd misunderstands faithfulness.This is also a conversation about pastoral wisdom. Job's friends morph from comforters to critics, adding weight to a soul already bruised. We offer a different path: presence over presumption, Scripture applied with patience, questions rather than conclusions, and a firm refusal to weaponize providence. If God truly reigns over our trials, then despair is not our only option; we can grieve honestly and trust deeply, anchored in Christ, our blessed hope. If this resonates, subscribe, share with a friend who needs gentler counsel, and leave a review telling us how you've been comforted—or challenged—to comfort others well.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us a textCourage shows its face when comfort leaves the room. We walk through Job 8 with honest eyes, testing Bildad's confident sayings against what God already declared about Job and asking how often we make the same mistake—using true phrases in false ways. Along the way, we zoom out to the bigger story: Moses at the Red Sea, Abraham on the mountain, and the blazing center of it all—Jesus, who embraced poverty, rejection, and a sham conviction so the guilty could go free. If pain proves guilt, what would Bildad say to Christ? That question reframes the entire conversation.We dig into why “blameless” doesn't mean sinless perfection but a reconciled standing. Perfection lives in Christ alone, and that changes how we read suffering. The easy promise—repent and prosper—collapses under the weight of the cross. Restoration is real, but the inheritance is greater than comfort: a robe of righteousness that cannot be taken. We trace Barabbas' release and the true Son's condemnation to expose the deep exchange at the heart of the gospel. Then we bring it home: how systems—religious and political—nudge believers to hush the name of Jesus, and why faith must speak anyway, with courage and compassion.If you've been bruised by verses used as a club, if you've wondered why the upright still ache, or if you're wrestling with pressure to stay quiet about Christ, this conversation offers clarity and ballast. We call each other to read Scripture carefully, apply it gently, and stand firm when it isn't expedient. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs steady hope, and leave a review to help others find the show. What part challenged you most?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel, and Dan Wetzel take a deep dive into Michigan's current situation, debate whether Kalen DeBoer is a realistic option, and explore why Kenny Dillingham could be an ahead-of-the-curve hire. Then, the guys shift to College Football Playoff Round 1 previews before closing with a conversation about the Heisman standard and what that honor truly represents. 0:00 - Welcome 0:31 - Where do things stand with Michigan? 3:55 - Does Kalen DeBoer go to Michigan? 13:08 - Michigan vs Alabama: Coaching culture 15:43 - Michigan vs Alabama: Conference factor 21:12 - Who's next, if a star coach isn't available? 26:06 - Does Kenny Dillingham go to Michigan? 35:13 - Why Kenny Dillingham could put Michigan ahead 41:33 - CFP Round 1 preview: Alabama vs Oklahoma 49:46 - CFP Round 1 preview: Miami vs Texas A&M 58:17 - CFP Round 1 preview: Tulane vs Ole Miss 1:03:20 - CFP Round 1 preview: James Madison vs Oregon 1:09:07 - Upholding the Heisman standard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THIS WEEK ON REWIND: THINGS ARE HEATING UP, BUT ONLY IF YOU'RE OKAY WITH A WOMAN HOLDING YOUR MASCULINITY (#IYKYK)!!! REWIND is back with a fresh episode of the hottest topics from last week. For starters, HELLO TO ALL OF OUR NEW FOLLOWERS!! Who would've know n that a list Blake found on Twitter would send the internet into a storm!? Then we discuss that controversial Color of the Year, as we as discuss first date yeses and no's. Then we scroll down our FYP's and discuss that awkward take on masculinity between Jonathan Bailey & David Corenswet and if it's as polarizing as the internet has made it out to be. Next, we talk about why leaving nasty comments on people's pages is NOT smart and why you really shouldn't. We couldn't go another episode without discussing the new Summer House trailer. Then we hit the REWIND Rundown and circle back to Eternity, the WILD Diddy doc on Netflix, and Heated Rivalry, the new gay hockey show that even has Raven fanning herself. It's here, it's now, it's REWIND.   ⏰TIME CODES⏰ (0:10) 5 MILLION FIRST THOUGHTS (9:18) PANTONE'S CONTROVERSIAL COLOR OF THE YEAR (16:03) WHAT'S OKAY ON A FIRST DATE? (21:13) TRAVIS KELCE & TAYLOR SWIFT'S RELATIONSHIP RED FLAG??? (26:27) JONATHAN BAILEY, DAVID CORENSWET, AND UPHOLDING MASCULINITY (36:12) HOW EASY IT IS TO FIND COMMENTERS - A TIKTOK LIFE LESSON (41:47) SUMMER HOUSE TRAILER HAS FINALLY DROPPED (47:30) REWIND RUNDOWN: ETERNITY (53:27) REWIND RUNDOWN: SEAN COMBS - THE RECKONING (01:02:51) REWIND RUNDOWN: HEATED RIVALRY (1:12:16) FINAL THOUGHTS   Follow Blake: @heyblakerackley   Follow Raven: @iamravendawson   BUY REWIND MERCH (AVAILABLE NOW): https://rewindthepod.threadless.com   WATCH RAVEN on THE TERRELL SHOW: https://youtu.be/7c0Y-DN-_A4?si=TlI0ZZpSKdDBmtNH   COME SEE BLAKE @ RANCH HANDS COWBOYLESQUE: https://www.ranchhandscowboylesque.com [CODE: REWIND10]   BOOK GABE WITH “HEY BACH!” EVENTS: https://www.heybachnash.com [CODE: REWIND]   To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVVnhe6Es3kFxV18W2oLrur6m3c7Lwl6-   Follow Blake- Instagram: @heyblakerackley TikTok: @heyblakerackley Threads: @heyblakerackley Twitter: @heyblakerackley   Follow Raven- Instagram: @iamravendawson TikTok: @iamravendawson Threads: @iamravendawson   ABOUT REWIND: The Podcast - Hosted by the effortlessly charismatic duo Raven Dawson and Blake Rackley, REWIND: The Podcast is where pop culture past meets pop culture present—with a whole lot of personality in between. Fueled by a love for iconic throwbacks and today's most talked-about moments, these two besties serve up unfiltered opinions, sharp humor, and a deep appreciation for the drama that keeps entertainment interesting. From Y2K nostalgia to red carpet chaos, award show upsets to reality TV scandals, nothing is off-limits. Whether they're revisiting the cultural staples that defined an era or breaking down the latest internet-breaking headlines, expect hot takes, deep dives, and plenty of side-eye. If your playlist lives somewhere between classic R&B and current chart-toppers, if you still quote your favorite 2000s movies on the daily, and if you love a little (or a lot of) flair with your pop culture commentary—this is the podcast you've been waiting for. Press play, lean in, and get ready to REWIND.

In this episode of the JTrain Podcast, Jared breaks down four peak-holiday dilemmas you, the listeners, submitted! From being called an “abusive stalker” after a restaurant gave away your reserved private room, to accidentally tie-dyeing your boyfriend's sweater with a leaking coffee lid mid-highway. He weighs in on dads who pause the movie just to listen to you pee, moms who turn dinner into a surprise dessert marathon, and why holiday family chaos always hits hardest when you just want one peaceful night. It's a festive, relatable, ‘you can't make this up' episode you don't want to miss!See Jared live!

Here's your Daily dose of Human Events with @JackPosobiecThe only thing worse than getting hacked is knowing you could have stopped it and didn't take action when you could have. So go to https://www.PATRIOT-PROTECT.COM/POSO  and use promo code Poso for 15% off a yearly subscription. Stay ahead of what's coming and secure your privacy today. Go to https://www.SLNT.COM/POSO for 15% off and free shipping on qualified orders.Allegiance Gold helps you protect your savings and retirement with real, physical gold and silver — not paper promises. And right now, Allegiance Gold is making it even better. They'll donate 1% of qualified investments from my audience to Turning Point USA or another great America-First organization — in addition to the 1% you already qualify for. Go to https://www.protectwithposo.com or call (844) 577-POSO now.Support the show

In this episode of The Girl Dad Show, Young Han sits down with Eric Liu. Eric is a dynamic entrepreneur, investor, and thought leader, known for his deep insights into the evolving landscape of business and personal development. With a keen interest in the intersection of technology, innovation, and human behavior, Eric brings a unique perspective to every conversation. Young and Eric explore the complexities of divorce and its profound impacts on personal growth and relationships. Through personal anecdotes and deep reflections, they discuss navigating life's transformations and maintaining personal integrity amidst relationship challenges.  ✨ All episodes of The Girl Dad Show are proudly sponsored by Thesis — helping founders go further, together. Thanks for watching! Takeaways: ✔️Both Young and Eric emphasize how individuals evolve over time, shaping their values and relationships. ✔️The discussion sheds light on how divorce can sometimes align with personal growth and happiness when life goals diverge from marriage. ✔️Learning from older generations offers valuable insights into leading a fulfilling life. ✔️Upholding personal values, even if they challenge or end relationships, is crucial for personal satisfaction. ✔️With age, priorities shift towards spending meaningful time with loved ones and engaging in activities that bring

Upholding public trust has long been a central tenet of American democracy. But ethical norms have fallen under President Donald Trump even as his net worth has grown. The White House denies conflicts of interest. Ethics experts disagree. Also: today's stories, including how the European Union is impeded by energy needs and foot-dragging member states as it tries to end its dependence on Russian gas; whether the ceasefire in Gaza can go forward if Hamas refuses to disarm; and whether the focus on artificial intelligence should be on unleashing innovation or protecting the people who use it. Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.

Scripture is complete, ending with John's Revelation in A.D. 96. Later writings like the Gnostic gospels contradict the Bible and cannot be inspired. Satan still challenges God's Word, but believers must trust Scripture's truth, read it with an open heart, and find salvation and purpose through Christ revealed in its pages.

What does it take to turn decades of clinical experience into a movement that reshapes therapy around the world? Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman joins Michael Fulwiler to share her personal and professional journey behind co-founding The Gottman Institute and co-developing the Gottman Method.Julie recounts the pivotal decisions that led her from private practice to co-creating a global clinical training business with her husband, Dr. John Gottman. She also opens up about growing up in a family shaped by generational trauma, navigating early challenges in the mental health field, and why she's always gravitated toward serving clients in deep pain.Tune in to learn how Julie balanced a mission-driven mindset with the realities of running a business, and why therapists should protect their values even as their practices grow.In the conversation, they discuss:Building a sustainable private practice rooted in serviceHow the Gottman Method evolved from research to widely taught clinical frameworkWhat every therapist needs to remember when navigating visibility and legacyConnect with the guest:The Gottman Institute on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottmaninstitute/ The Gottman Institute on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gottman-institute/ Visit The Gottman Institute website: https://www.gottman.com/ Connect with Michael and Heard:Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfulwiler/ Newsletter: https://www.joinheard.com/newsletter Book a free consult: joinheard.com/consult Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Welcome to Heard Business School(00:25) Meet Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman(01:26) How generational trauma shaped Julie's early life(03:51) Childhood suicide attempt that changed her path(05:05) Visiting concentration camps and reclaiming Jewish identity(06:52) Creating a crisis hotline during the Vietnam War(13:09) Polio, pain, and finding empathy through suffering(15:21) Living in India and feeding street children(17:21) Journey from Kathmandu to grad school in 36 hours(22:15) Meeting John Gottman and instant recognition(28:41) Launching the Gottman Institute from a dining table(31:09) Developing the Gottman Method(35:53) Working 40 clinical hours while building a business(42:51) Upholding standards for the Gottman Referral Network(47:16) Facing constant sexism while building a global brand(52:39) Rapid-fire questions on legacy, joy, and hopeThis episode is to be used for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, business, or tax advice. Each person should consult their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor with respect to matters referenced in this episode.

Scripture is complete, ending with John's Revelation in A.D. 96. Later writings like the Gnostic gospels contradict the Bible and cannot be inspired. Satan still challenges God's Word, but believers must trust Scripture's truth, read it with an open heart, and find salvation and purpose through Christ revealed in its pages.

By Doug Wendt - One of the difficulties we have in life is knowing who is telling the truth. As we look forward to God's kingdom, it's vital to remember that one of the requirements for inheriting salvation is to be a person of truth! Are we willing to understand the truth, speak the truth and live the truth, so