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Tyler Simmons is the founder and CEO of Elevate Sports, the company behind BucketGolf, a portable par-3 game that transforms backyard spaces into playable courses and brings a competitive twist to casual golf. Elevate Sports designs products that blend athletic training and outdoor entertainment, helping families connect and athletes sharpen their skills through hands-on play.Before launching Elevate Sports, Tyler was a Division I college athlete and worked at a lacrosse equipment company. With no prior experience in product development or ecommerce, he started by building a lacrosse training aid from scratch. That early prototype sparked a journey into consumer products, culminating in the launch of BucketGolf, a category-defining game that hit $1 million in revenue before Tyler hired his first full-time employee.Whether turning a homemade backyard game into a seven-figure business or figuring out paid media strategy through trial and error, Tyler brings a scrappy, product-first lens to brand building. He shares insights on launching without a playbook, designing products that go viral on video, and bootstrapping high-growth businesses without outside capital. His story is proof that you don't need a perfect plan, you just need to start.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:37] Intro[00:53] Launching products that bring people together[01:46] Validating demand with zero research[03:53] Making mistakes instead of waiting[05:47] Building momentum before it's perfect[06:44] Choosing action over endless planning[08:09] Learning to sell before scaling up[12:05] Electric Eye, Social Snowball, Portless, Reach & Zamp[18:27] Learning paid media through trial and error[20:21] Boosting what already works organically[21:30] Standing out in a saturated market[25:27] Pushing through constant setbacksResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeElevate Sports for Lacrosse Training Gear elevatesportsequipment.com/The Ultimate Backyard Golf Game bucketgolfgame.com/Follow Tyler Simmons linkedin.com/in/tyler-simmons-771b5718aSchedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectDrive revenue through affiliates & referrals socialsnowball.io/honestRevolutionize your inventory and fulfillment process portless.com/Level up your global sales withreach.com/honest  Fully managed sales tax solution for Ecommerce brands zamp.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Welcome back to Creator Science! In this special episode, host Jay Clouse takes listeners behind the scenes of the The Lab's vibrant community. Fresh off organizing The Lab's first-ever major in-person event in Boise, Jay shares a candid update about creating real-world connections among full-time creators and what these gatherings mean for the future of The Lab membership. But that's just the beginning. This episode is a front-row seat to the magic that happens during The Lab's monthly office hours. Jay and a panel of talented creators—including Tom Burden, Pat Gostek, Anna Reich, Travis Ference, Anais Cisneros, and David Fortin—engage in open, practical discussions about growing a creator business. They tackle real-world questions: how to think about the purpose behind each video, launching masterminds without losing focus, building community vs. courses vs. memberships, and the ever-elusive challenge of monetizing as a creator in today's landscape. Plus, you'll hear smart strategies for product validation, content creation during market research, and best practices for leveraging email marketing and CRM tools. Whether you're a growing creator or an established entrepreneur, this episode is packed with honest insights, actionable ideas, and a glimpse into the supportive space that makes the The Lab unique. If you've ever wondered what it's really like to be part of this community—or how to take your creator business to the next level—you won't want to miss this one. ⁠Join The Lab ⁠⁠⁠⁠Full transcript and show notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ *** TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Lab Membership Events and Opportunities 05:13 Tailoring Content for Specific Goals 06:47 YouTube Audience Engagement Strategy 11:08 Mastermind Group Pricing Dilemma 14:41 Done-for-You Video Expertise 17:55 Mastermind Group Launch Strategy 21:31 Pricing Strategy Gap Analysis 25:47 LinkedIn Posting Frequency Insights 29:17 Courses vs. Community: Balance Concerns 33:05 "Assessing Membership Value Elements" 36:28 Monetizing Creator Business Strategies 40:37 Marketing Community Value to Busy Clients 42:19 "Sell the Map Via Social Proof" 47:36 Email Marketing Tools Compared 49:40 Organizing Ideas with Purpose *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#246: Planning for a recession, my approach to email, increasing customers, and finding your partner [Ask Creator Science] *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your question here⁠⁠⁠⁠ *** WHEN YOU'RE READY

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Samantha Rose is the founder of Endless Commerce, a commerce enablement platform designed to help multi-channel consumer brands scale more efficiently through better infrastructure. A multi-exit founder and investor, Samantha brings deep operational experience across design, technology, and logistics to build systems that support sustainable, scalable growth.Before launching Endless Commerce, Samantha built and exited several consumer ventures, including GIR, an acclaimed kitchenware brand acquired in 2021, and Mvnifest, a full-stack operations and 3PL partner acquired in 2024. Alongside running Endless Commerce, she leads Hologram Capital, where she specializes in turning around distressed consumer brands with strong fundamentals but structural challenges.Whether rebuilding underperforming brands or designing the tech stack she wished existed, Samantha focuses on enabling commerce teams to grow beyond DTC into wholesale, retail, and omnichannel with confidence. She offers a playbook for founders who want to scale without losing operational grip, and a framework for tech partners who want to plug into brands at pivotal moments of inflection.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:42] Intro[00:59] Building software from firsthand founder struggle[01:45] Solving problems with curiosity and play[03:13] Validating ideas with zero market research[06:42] Executing better instead of chasing new ideas[07:45] Turning demand into a real business plan[09:26] Developing software to solve real-life habits[10:24] Electric Eye, Social Snowball, Portless, Reach & Zamp[16:46] Differentiating in a commodity-driven market[17:23] Building with no modern Ecommerce tools[19:11] Navigating growth without today's tech stack[19:45] Going omnichannel to build retail resilience[23:31] Boosting perceived value with smart bundles[24:12] Shifting from operator to tech builder post-exit[25:31] Reinvesting in brands that need a second life[27:30] Building features from real-world friction[29:28] Avoiding early over-specialization in teams[33:47] Explaining the rebundling era of commerce stacksResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeModular, AI-powered commerceOS endlesscommerce.com/Follow Samantha Rose samantharose.co/  Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectDrive revenue through affiliates & referrals socialsnowball.io/honestRevolutionize your inventory and fulfillment process portless.com/Level up your global sales withreach.com/honest  Fully managed sales tax solution for Ecommerce brands zamp.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Emotional wirklich gesehen und gehört zu werden ist extrem wichtig. In der Familie, der Partnerschaft, im Beruf - eigentlich immer und überall! Atze und Leon tauchen tief in das Thema emotionale Validation ein – was sie bedeutet, wie sie unsere zwischenmenschlichen Beziehungen stärkt und was passiert, wenn sie fehlt. Denn Validation ist kein "Nice-to-have", sondern ein zentrales Element echter Verbindung. Doch wie schafft man es, anderen das Gefühl zu geben, in ihren Emotionen ernst genommen zu werden? Atze und Leon haben wissenschaftlich fundierte Antworten und praktische Tipps. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Tickets: Atze: https://www.atzeschroeder.de/#termine Leon: https://leonwindscheid.de/tour/ VVK Münster 2025: https://betreutes-fuehlen.ticket.io/ Start ins heutige Thema: 11:00 min. Buchtipp: Und Nietzsche weinte - Irvin D. Yalom Quellen: M. Linehan: https://psych.uw.edu/people/2724 Linehan, M. (1993). Cognitive-behavioral treatment of borderline personality disorder. Guilford press. Linehan, M. M. (1997). Validation and psychotherapy. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Marsha-Linehan/publication/232561580_Validation_and_psychotherapy/links/54eba9c70cf2a030519476eb/Validation-and-psychotherapy.pdf Geschichte von Linehan: https://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/23/health/23lives.html Invalidation im Gesundheitswesen: Bontempo, A. C., Bontempo, J. M., & Duberstein, P. R. (2025). Ignored, dismissed, and minimized: Understanding the harmful consequences of invalidation in health care—A systematic meta-synthesis of qualitative research. Psychological Bulletin, 151(4), 399. https://psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/2026-10154-001.html Shenk, C. E., & Fruzzetti, A. E. (2011). The impact of validating and invalidating responses on emotional reactivity. Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, 30(2), 163-183. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/266136126_The_Impact_of_Validating_and_Invalidating_Responses_on_Emotional_Reactivity Gehirnaktivität: Morelli, S. A., Torre, J. B., & Eisenberger, N. I. (2014). The neural bases of feeling understood and not understood. Social cognitive and affective neuroscience, 9(12), 1890-1896. https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/9/12/1890/1615491 Weiterlesen: https://psyche.co/guides/learn-to-validate-others-and-transform-your-relationships Fleck, C. (2025): Validation: The New Approach to Change That Will Transform How You Love, Lead, and Live . Avery, 320 p. https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Validation-Approach-Change-That-Transform/dp/0593541219 Alles zu Bertha Pappenheim und der Geschichte von Anna O. Brownstein, G. (2024). The Secret Mind of Bertha Pappenheim: The Woman Who Invented Freud's Talking Cure. Hachette UK. Validation bei Demenz: https://demenz-portal.at/aktuelles/validation-bei-demenz-die-grundsaetze/ Redaktion: Andy Hartard Produktion: Murmel Productions

The cornucopia of digital apps for healthcare administration, patient care, treatment, and optimization can be overwhelming, and the growth in AI raises questions of how far to trust each app. Mayo Clinic Platform has created a program to help health IT companies leverage Mayo Clinic Platform data, pursue clinical validation, and get their solutions deployed and adopted by healthcare organizations faster.One of the early companies to start leveraging Mayo Clinic Platform was Dock Health. We sat down for an interview with Dr. Michael Docktor, CEO at Dock Health, and Dr. Sonya Makhni, Medical Director at Mayo Clinic Platform, to learn more about the Platform and how it's helping companies like Dock Health develop solutions more quickly to better serve healthcare customers.Learn more about Mayo Clinic Platform: https://www.mayoclinicplatform.org/Health IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

You can get started for free with Melio Go, or upgrade to one of their paid plans if you want even more advanced features: https://go.melio.com/gillian2025If you're a stay-at-home mom dreaming about starting your own business, I recorded this episode just for you. I'm sharing the story of how I started one of my very first online businesses, a digital product business that gave me the flexibility to earn income while staying home with my kids.In this episode, I walk you through five practical steps that will help you get your first business off the ground, even if you don't have a big budget, technical skills, or a ton of free time. These are the exact steps I followed, and they're designed to help you take action with confidence.I also talk about some of the challenges I faced, how I validated my idea before fully committing, and why creating simple systems early on made such a big difference in the long run.Whether you're just starting to think about business ideas or you're ready to make your first sale, I hope this episode gives you the encouragement and direction you need to take that next step.Listen to the full episode to hear:• Choosing a profitable business idea that fits your lifestyle• Validating your idea before investing too much time or money• Creating your first simple offer that actually sells• Making your first sales even when you're nervous or unsure• Building time-saving systems so your business can grow with youLinks & Resources:Start using Melio: https://go.melio.com/gillian2025Small Business 101: https://gillianperkins.com/free-training-small-business-101/Write a Profit Plan: http://gillianperkins.com/free-profit-planWork With Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermindStart your business with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.comWebsite: https://gillianperkins.comInstagram: @GillianZPerkins

  In this episode, Patricia and Giselle discuss the importance of getting clear on your next career move. Outline how to overcome the top four mistakes when seeking clarity about a new role, share success stories, and provide actionable steps to build your career strategy. Cover the significance of self-reflection, exploring non-traditional career options, networking effectively, and validating your new career choice. If you're at a crossroads in your career or looking to pivot, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.   Timestamps 01:12 Standing Out in Today's Job Market 01:35 Client Success Stories 05:04 Top Mistakes in Job Searching 07:21 Clarifying Career Goals 09:37 Exploring Career Options 22:49 Validating and Confirming Career Choices   About Giselle Since 2002, Giselle has been driven by a love of guiding individuals through career transitions. It began with volunteering as a mentor at the Jobs Partnership of Florida, and in 2004, this passion led her to a Career Advisor role at DeVry University. While working in this capacity, Giselle pursued an MBA and subsequently spent the next two decades teaching career development principles. Now, with extensive experience in career development she helps educators in transitioning to corporate careers.    Connect with Giselle Connect with Giselle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisellemoratin/    _________________________________________________________________ Connect with Me Connect with me on LinkedIn From Zero Responses to Multiple Offers: Download The 5 Essential Steps Checklist Click here to learn about coaching

What if parenting wasn't about being perfect—but about being real?This episode goes deep with Asma Saleh (@dr.asmahan.sk), a behavioral analyst and child psychologist, as she unpacks what “gentle parenting” really means—and what happens when it gets misunderstood. We explore how to handle anger, discipline without shame, and how to help kids regulate their emotions even if you weren't taught how. It's honest, vulnerable, and packed with real-life strategies.Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about parenting?-00:00 – What is gentle parenting, really? 02:29 – Does bribing kids work? 04:58 – Who is Asma Sal? 07:27 – Neurodivergent vs. neurotypical kids? 09:56 – How does motherhood reveal old wounds? 12:25 – How do we raise emotionally smart kids? 14:55 – Why modeling emotions matters 17:24 – Can kids absorb our trauma? 19:53 – How does trauma pass through generations? 22:22 – Can small comments hurt a child's image? 24:51 – Why should parents share their struggles? 27:20 – Phrases parents should stop using 29:50 – How fear-based parenting backfires 32:19 – How do threats impact trust? 34:48 – Why do we parent the way we were parented? 37:17 – How does fear shape adult love? 39:46 – Undoing fear-based habits 42:15 – Is 7 too late to change? 44:45 – Bribery vs. reinforcement 47:14 – Why kids don't listen 49:43 – Are tantrums really that bad? 52:12 – Validating big feelings without enabling 54:41 – How to teach kids safe anger outlets 57:10 – How trauma shows up later in life 59:40 – How to build emotional safety -

Founders overvalue revenue in the early days. The first 10 customers are about learning. Nothing you build next will matter if you don't have a tight feedback loop.  That's how Jason Moolenaar approached the launch of Sentient. A tool that fixes one of the most expensive blind spots in B2B sales: the time lag between form fills and follow-ups.  He knew the problem firsthand, but he didn't rush to scale. He optimized for speed, feedback, and reality checks. Most founders don't. Highlights include: Validating Within your Network (03:53), Predictable Channels for Early Growth (14:21), Niching Down (19:05), The Sweet PMF Feeling (23:35), And more… Stay updated with our podcast and the latest insights in Outbound Sales and Go-to-Market Strategies!

In this engaging conversation, Ashlyn Harris and Sarah explore the profound themes of connection, storytelling, and the journey of self-discovery through podcasting. They discuss the importance of authentic conversations, the challenges of navigating grief and personal growth, and the complexities of identity beyond athletic achievements. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of human connection in a fast-paced world and the role of parents in supporting young athletes. “Wide Open” is produced by iHeart Women's Sports, new episodes drop weekly on Mondays, on the iHeartRadio app and anywhere you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Kreed addresses the complexities of navigating family dynamics when dealing with estrangement. She emphasizes the importance of validating emotions without placing blame on the estranged child, and offers strategies for maintaining self-regulation during family gatherings. The discussion highlights the need for open communication and understanding, fostering curiosity about the reasons behind estrangement rather than resorting to judgment.Takeaways- It's important to validate others' feelings without blaming the estranged child.- Self-regulation is key to responding rather than reacting.- Expressing love and appreciation can diffuse tension.- Conversations can spark curiosity about estrangement.- Estrangement is often misunderstood as punishment or cruelty.- Focus on your own experience rather than defending the estranged child.- Validating emotions can lead to more open discussions.www.TheEstrangedHeart.comEmail: hello@TheEstrangedHeart.comWork with Kreed: https://theestrangedheart.com/services(private coaching, mediation, support groups, webinars, etc.)GROUPS: The Heart Collective Membership for Estranged Moms The Heart Collective - Estranged Moms GroupThe Heart Collective Membership for Reconciled MomsThe Heart Collective - Reconciled Moms GroupFacebook Support Group for Estranged Moms (facilitated by Kreed)https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroupUPCOMING EVENTS:Book Club (starting 06.04.2025) - Must be a member of The Heart Collective Membership for Estranged or Reconciled MomsEstranged Moms - The Heart Collective - Estranged Moms GroupReconciled Moms - The Heart Collective Membership - Reconciled Moms GroupEstranged Moms Support Group - 8 weeks (starting 06.05.2025) Estranged Moms 8-week Support Group & Group CoachingTo support the podcast and Kreed's work with estranged and reconciled parents and adult children: https://buymeacoffee.com/kreedrevere

Have a brilliant course idea? Before you spend countless hours creating, learn the crucial steps to validate your concept for maximum impact! This episode reveals a doable process to ensure your course resonates with your audience, generates revenue, and achieves your business goals. Stop launching to crickets!Learn how to:Understand the importance of course validation: Avoid wasted time and effort by testing your idea first.Identify problems, needs, misunderstandings, and complaints: Discover the foundation for a successful course.Map out the pros and cons of change: Understand your audience's motivations and create compelling messaging.Get specific feedback on your course idea: Ensure there's genuine interest and need for your offer.Weekly Action Item:Choose one validation strategy discussed in the episode (active listening, surveys/interviews, trend analysis) and implement it this week.Begin outlining your course, even with a basic structure, after your initial validation efforts.Consider the 90-Minute Course Outline Workshop for a structured approach to building your course foundation.Time Stamps:Show Resources: Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) for daily tips and ideasWork With Dr. Moira:Join Office Hours for support and mentoring to get your digital course done. (https://digitalcourse.pro/Office-Hours)Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)

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Aaron Nosbisch is the founder and CEO of BRĒZ, a cannabis social tonic beverage designed as an alcohol alternative that offers a euphoric, feel-good effect without the downsides of alcohol. He built his expertise in e-commerce from an early age, launching multiple internet brands and scaling previous ventures like MONQ (portable aromatherapy diffuser, 0 to $15 million in three years as CMO), and running Lucyd Media, the world's largest cannabis social advertising agency, which run 80% of meta ads for the cannabis space.In this episode, Aaron and Blaine explore how BRĒZ identified untapped demand, iterated their product to solve a genuine founder problem, and brought it to market with precision: leveraging lean startup methodology, subscription-first landing pages, micro-batch production, effective founder-led UGC creative, and meticulous customer service. They discuss cash flow realities, funding first runs, the role of retention in beverage DTC, and how direct-to-consumer momentum powers retail expansion and shelf velocity. Aaron also shares transparent insights on ad spend, internal ops, and the principles that fuel brand growth.Interact with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. Pillars of a Successful DTC Brand2. Challenges of Scaling Beverages DTC3. Early Stage Funding and Resources Management4. Supply Chain Processes in Product Launches5. Team Building, Finding the Right Partners6. Pre-Launch and Launch Strategies7. Testing and Iterating Ad Campaigns8. Founder-Led Content in Advertising 9. Guerrilla Strategies for Audience and List Building10. Media Buying, Optimizing CAC, and Scaling Spend11. Building AOV, Subscription, and Retention12. Customer Feedback and Iteration Cycles13. Importance of Timing and Market ReadinessTimestamps00:00 Introducing Aaron and BRĒZ05:06 The “alcohol alternative” white space and product vision13:21 Launching a DTC beverage: initial capital and inventory20:32 Validating demand, managing resource constraints25:44 First ads and sales: founder content, guerilla tactics34:07 Early CACs, ad budgets, and optimizing for LTV38:22 E-commerce vs retail: channel mix and growth phases46:50 Key takeaways & where to follow Aaron and BRĒZShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTokAaron Nosbisch - Founder and CEO of BRĒZBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

On episode 270, Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes Dr. Taylor Day, a licensed psychologist who specializes in neuro-affirming care for autistic children and their families. They discuss the complexities of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in children, and the importance of understanding neurodiversity and the need for family-centered care. They cover the challenges of identifying PDA, the risks of misdiagnosis, and the necessity of adapting parenting and therapeutic strategies to better support children with this profile. They also validate parents' experiences and intuition, and endorse a holistic approach to autism care that considers the needs of the entire family. TAKEAWAYS PDA is a conceptualization rather than a formal diagnosis. Validating lived experiences is crucial for families. Research on PDA is progressing slowly. Parents often face dismissal in the medical community. PDA behaviors may resemble defiance or oppositionality. Affirming approaches can prevent family burnout. Quality of services is more important than quantity. Parents are the experts on their children. Therapy can take many forms beyond traditional methods. The Neurodiversity University Therapist Hub registration window is closed for now, but will open again soon, and you can get on the list to be notified! If you're a mental health professional we want you in our group of like-minded peers, in a vibrant community where learning and sharing are front and center. Meantime, we'll be opening our Educator Hub to new members in the next couple of weeks! If you're an educator or have a student in your life, we would love for you to be part of it. We can notify you as soon as it opens, so get on the list here! Dr. Taylor Day is a licensed psychologist specializing in neuro-affirming care for autistic children and their families, with a focus on early diagnosis and intervention. She is the CEO and founder of Dr. Tay Concierge Clinical Care, where she developed The Whole Family Approach, an evidence-informed model designed to address gaps in autism care by supporting both children and their families. Dr. Day holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and is dedicated to advancing early childhood autism support through personalized, family-centered interventions. Her passion for child psychology and autism advocacy is deeply rooted in her personal experience growing up with a brother diagnosed at 23 months of age. BACKGROUND READING Dr Day's website, Instagram, EVOLVE with Dr. Tay: The Podcast of Parents of Autistic Kids (Spotify)

Imagine spending months building the perfect online course—only to hear crickets at launch. In this episode, I break down why that happens and reveal the critical mistake many course creators make: skipping validation. I walk you through five proven validation methods, from simple surveys to powerful presale strategies, that will help you avoid wasted effort and ensure there's real demand for your course before you create it. Whether you're new to course creation or refining your next big idea, this episode will give you the tools to confidently move forward and build a course people actually want. Join me as I share insights gained from over 12 years in the online course business and $4 million in sales - plus practical steps you can implement today! Watch the Free Workshop: https://oc.show/workshop Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dmuG-q4ge1g Links & Resources: Sign up for Jacques' Journal: https://www.theonlinecourseguy.com/Apply for Coaching: https://www.theonlinecourseguy.com/coachingWatch the Free Workshop: https://www.theonlinecourseguy.com/workshopFree Kajabi Course and 1 month Trial: http://everyclickkajabi.com/Free Skool Course and 14 day Trial: https://www.skool.com/refer?ref=c725cf8892fe42c8bb37dd7e5ffc2575Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theonlinecourseguy/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@theonlinecourseguyX: https://twitter.com/onlinecourseguy

Alli joins us again to share the conclusion of her healing journey through shamanic Reiki sessions, focusing on finding closure after her biological mother's passing due to addiction.• Appreciating listeners who reached out with support and sharing similar experiences• Describing the experience of loving an addict as a roller coaster of ups and downs• Importance of setting boundaries despite others' opinions about family relationships• Significance of angel numbers, particularly 555 representing freedom and independence• Detailed account of the final Reiki session and communicating with her mother's spirit• Learning her mother never felt "good enough" - same feelings Alli struggled with• Validating moments that confirmed her mother's presence during the session• Commitment to prioritizing mental health and leaning into faith• Breaking generational cycles to be stronger for her daughterIf you're struggling with addiction or loving someone with addiction, remember it's okay to not be okay, but accepting help is essential. Take one step in the right direction today.If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoudproudamericanLoud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_americanLoud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtwThank you for Supporting My American Dream!

Today on Mastering eCommerce Marketing, Eitan Koter sits down with Alice Brown, the founder of Seventh Wave Stories. Alice is a messaging strategist and copywriter who made a unique leap from 12 years of coaching surf and ski to helping brands communicate in a way that actually connects with people.In this episode, Alice shares how her coaching background helped her understand emotional blocks and human motivation, skills she now uses to craft marketing messages that feel real, not robotic. She talks about why brand messaging often falls flat and how to fix it using real customer language, not guesswork.They also go over Alice's three-part checklist for uncovering strong brand messages: looking at what's stopping customers, understanding what drives them deep down, and how they want to be seen in the world. It's simple, clear, and helps you write better copy across websites, emails, and ads.If you've ever struggled to explain what your brand is about or just want your messaging to sound more human, this one's for you.Website: https://www.vimmi.net Email us: info@vimmi.net Podcast website: https://vimmi.net/mastering-ecommerce-marketing/ Talk to us on Social:Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/ Vimmi LinkedIn: https://il.linkedin.com/company/vimmi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VimmiCommunications Guest: Alice Brown, Founder, Messaging Consultant + Senior Copywriter at Seventh Wave StoriesAlice Brown's LinkedInSeventh Wave Stories Watch the full Youtube video here:https://youtu.be/JSQJn9hyjisTakeaways:Alice's journey from surf coaching to marketing is unique.Outdoor experiences provide clarity and inspiration.Community and networking are vital for self-employed individuals.Understanding customer hesitations is key to effective messaging.The 'big idea' is a powerful concept in marketing.Emotional connections drive customer decisions.Customer interviews reveal valuable insights for messaging.The three-step framework focuses on obstacles, motivations, and worldviews.Measuring success in messaging requires clear KPIs.Seventh Wave Stories emphasizes storytelling in brand messaging.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Alice Brown and Her Journey02:53 The Importance of Outdoor Experiences and Community06:02 Transitioning from Coaching to Marketing08:46 Understanding Customer Obstacles and Hesitations12:02 The Concept of the Big Idea in Marketing14:55 Balancing Emotion with Product Details17:55 The Three-Step Framework for Messaging20:55 Exploring Customer Worldviews24:07 Finding and Validating the Big Idea27:12 Measuring Success in Messaging29:58 Seventh Wave Stories: Services and Philosophy

Send us a textCan we take lessons from one location and expect similar results in another location? How does replication strengthen geographic research? Today's guest, Dr. Peter Kedron, an expert in validating geographic research, shares how he thinks about how learning about one location can translate to another location.From the Spatial Pattern Analysis and Research Lab.This episode is produced, edited, and distributed by Lizzy Schattle.Music by Arnav Srivastav.

How do you determine if your idea is truly worth pursuing? In this week's episode, we dive into a practical framework that breaks down the evaluation process into four critical components: the pain point, the market size, the defensibility of your product, and how you plan to monetize and scale.Whether you're just brainstorming or already building, these criteria will help you gut-check your concept and avoid wasting time on ideas that aren't big - or painful - enough. We also discuss market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM), moats, and why competitive advantage isn't always what it seems. This is a must-listen for any founder looking to go from “cool idea” to real business.Links:Interplay: Website, LinkedIn, TwitterBook: The Fundraising RulesMPD: LinkedIn, TwitterChapter Markers:00:00 – Intro: Why Idea Validation Is So Hard02:00 – The Real Question: Do You Have a Big Idea?03:00 – The 4-Part Framework for Validating an Idea03:45 – Step 1: Pain Point – Is This a Must-Have?06:00 – Step 2: Market Size – TAM, SAM, SOM Explained09:40 – Step 3: Product – Is It Defensible?12:10 – Step 4: Monetization – Can It Scale?15:10 – Final Thoughts: Gut-Check Your Idea16:30 – Outro: Still Learning After Decades in the Game

In this episode of Ditch the Lab Coat, Dr. Mark Bonta takes us into the underappreciated world of medical documentation—and the burnout it breeds—by shining a spotlight on two disruptors aiming to change the status quo. Joined by Dr. Kyle Fortinsky, a gastroenterologist and self-proclaimed tech enthusiast, and serial entrepreneur Jay Gilbert, the discussion pulls back the curtain on the all-too-familiar struggle of physicians, nurses, and healthcare workers documenting late into the night while real life passes them by.Together, they unpack the daily grind of charting and how the current EMR landscape keeps clinicians glued to screens, often at the expense of patient care and personal well-being. Jay and Kyle reveal the origin story of their innovative startup, Clever Consult, born from both firsthand medical experience and the intimate view of a spouse disappearing into late-night charting marathons. Listeners get a candid look at their journey from scribbled napkin ideas to building a privacy-first AI assistant that actually understands clinical nuance.Beyond the tech talk, this episode explores everything from the high-risk realities of endoscopy procedures to the frustrating hunt for vital information buried in endless patient charts. The conversation also delves into the real fears—and hurdles—of integrating AI into healthcare, from privacy concerns to the challenge of building tech that truly lightens clinicians' workloads.With humor and humility, Dr. Fortinsky and Jay Gilbert make the case that “doctor-built, doctor-focused” AI can finally start to reclaim the cognitive energy clinicians lose to admin overload. Rather than replace clinicians, this technology aims to empower them, helping doctors spend less time as scribes and more time as healers, problem-solvers, and humans.Tune in to hear how the marriage between entrepreneurial grit and frontline medical experience is forging a new path—one where AI does the heavy lifting behind the scenes, so healthcare professionals can get back to what truly matters: caring for people.Episode HighlightsWhy We NEED This: Kyle and Jay share horror stories of never-ending notes, missed dinners, and knowing your patient is safe to scope only after 20 minutes combing PDFs for hidden warfarin doses.The Product: An AI tool designed not to replace doctors, but to free them from scribal servitude. Clever Consult ingests mountains of charts, consults, labs, and more—then gifts you the focused summary you need, before you see the patient.Built by Doctors, for Doctors: "If physicians don't look after themselves, they can't look after patients.” That's the mantra guiding Clever Consult's development.Privacy FIRST: With patient confidentiality sacred, the team spent more money on privacy law than anything else. All data's in Canada, nothing is retained by AI vendors, and legal experts guide every tech decision.The Human Touch: While some fear robots will take the stethoscope, Jay and Kyle see AI as an assistant—not a replacement—to boost diagnostic accuracy, flag hidden dangers, and (finally!) give us more one-on-one time with patients.The Future: Imagine charting in a fraction of the time, cognitive energy reserved for real-life problem-solving (not formatting notes on endless EMR screens), and leaving “scut work” to the machines.Episode Timestamps03:35 – Revolutionizing Healthcare with Tech09:13 – Streamlining Medical Data Management12:52 – “Improving Medical Efficiency with AI”16:21 – Serendipitous Developer Collaboration17:14 – Building & Validating the Business Model20:57 – “Balancing AI's Strengths and Weaknesses”25:36 – AI Legal Consultation for Data Compliance28:27 – Bridging Software and Medical Expertise32:27 – AI Revolution in Medical Diagnostics34:33 – AI‑Enhanced Medical Diagnosis40:29 – Deep AI Solutions for Medical Documentation42:06 – “AI‑Driven Healthcare Documentation”47:33 – AI Revolutionizes Healthcare DocumentationDISCLAMER >>>>>>    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.    

This week on No Priors, Sarah and Elad are joined by Josh Goldman, cofounder and president of KoBold Metals. KoBold is using AI to transform how we discover critical minerals like lithium and cobalt, making the exploration process faster, more precise, and more scalable than traditional methods. In this episode, Josh explains how KoBold is rethinking the fundamentals of mineral exploration by combining unique datasets, scientific modeling, and predictive algorithms. They dive into the company's driving philosophy and technical approach, how they validate underground hypotheses, and why regulatory knowledge and a localized approach are crucial. Josh also discusses what success looks like in exploration today and the scarcity of world-class deposits. Sign up for new podcasts every week. Email feedback to show@no-priors.com Follow us on Twitter: @NoPriorsPod | @Saranormous | @EladGil | @KoBold_Metals Show Notes: 0:00 Introduction 0:29 KoBold Metals 3:14 Using unique datasets 6:20 Traditional methods of lithium exploration 8:38 Regulatory vs. rarity constraints 13:40 Technical approach 16:25 Validating hypotheses 23:56 Redefining success in mineral exploration 25:44 Scarcity of good projects and deposits 32:44 Philosophy behind prediction 36:46 KoBold's origin story

In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Liang, CEO of TerraVolta Resources, live from the Urban Office Studios in Houston, Texas.Hosts Josh Lowrey and Dan Pickering dive into Jamie's remarkable journey from financial services to leading innovation in lithium extraction. They discuss the current state of the lithium market, emerging direct lithium extraction technologies, and the future of domestic production in the U.S.Jamie also shares valuable insights on the financial and regulatory hurdles in lithium mining, the role of federal grants, and the industry's potential to drive significant job creation.Tune in now!00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:16 Meet the Hosts: Josh and Dan00:50 Event Highlights: EWTC Annual Meeting02:47 Special Guest: Jamie Liang, CEO of Terra Volta Resources03:37 Jamie's Background and Career Journey11:55 The Birth of Terra Volta and Lithium Exploration16:41 Challenges and Innovations in Lithium Extraction19:28 Market Dynamics and Future Prospects26:01 Historical Context and Exploration Efforts30:31 Building the Terra Volta Team32:53 Starting Leases and Institutional Capital33:39 ExxonMobil's Entry into Lithium34:47 Validating the Resource36:17 Testing and Piloting Success43:37 Building the Value Chain46:15 Domestic Lithium Demand and Production49:28 Financing and Government Support53:37 Future Prospects and Industry Impact01:00:13 Entrepreneurial Advice and Lightning Round

This is a recording of a live guided meditation.  The meditation guide and the members of the public who joined the meditation used the Zoom platform.   Even though you are listening to this meditation as a recording rather than attending live, in the world of consciousness, there is no time or space. Meaning, regardless of when you listen, you are in a meditation with a large group of folks from different walks of life and places on the planet.Meditation Guide: Molly Doolittle. Seasoned Meditation Guide of the Divine Spark Program.Molly's Meditation Guide Style: Relaxed, calming, simple guidance through the steps. Wisdom and kindness flow with her words. Content: Features these tools and techniques:Grounding (Earth Connection)ReleasingCenteringIntentional BreathingCenter of Head AwarenessFinding the energy flow of universal consciousness within you, then stepping into itBringing your life energy into harmony with your Divine Feminine

SIGN UP FOR THE FREE SUMMITIn this episode, Julia talks about the topic of self-validation and why it's one of the most important tools in your healing journey. This episode will help you reconnect with yourself and stop relying so heavily on external opinions.0:00: Introduction1:23: Upcoming Live Summit!3:23: What is Self-Validation?4:42: Being Misunderstood as a Patient5:50: Why You Seek Assurance as a Patient6:34: An Inspiring Client Testimonial7:54: How Lack of Self-Validation Shows Up in Healing9:45: Using Diet & Supplements as a Form of Validation11:52: Signs You're Seeking External Validation14:54: Tips to Start Self-Validating TodayWork with Julia:Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠Follow Julia on her social ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠!

Joel and Aaron show how ignoring GET request validation can cause performance issues and open your application to abuse. They highlight the importance of bounding pagination and share tips for using form requests to handle unexpected user input.Now go check out the best/only Laravel validation book(00:00) - Quiz on Laravel's default pagination limit (01:00) - Performance concerns with large datasets (03:20) - Validating per-page requests in controllers (05:45) - Why you should block negative page numbers (09:20) - Silly bit

In this insightful episode of “Path to Market”, Director Natasha Lytton and co-host Micah Smurthwaite, Partner at Pipeline Ventures, are joined by Alicia Carney, a seasoned product marketing expert with extensive experience at high-growth startups like Deliveroo.Together, they dive deep into identifying and validating Ideal Customer Profiles (ICPs) in pre and post product-market fit stages. Alicia shares her insights on navigating early market fit through to scaling operations post-product market fit.She emphasizes the importance of starting with customer needs rather than product ideas, advocating for qualitative user research and pain mapping to identify and validate ideal customer profiles (ICP). She also shares her best strategies for conducting effective customer interviews, iterating quickly based on market feedback, and leveraging practical tools and methodologies for market research.Elaborating on her experiences at Deliveroo, she explains how she managed to segment and prioritize different types of customers, from small businesses to large enterprises, and used iterative testing to refine go-to-market strategies.Chapters:01:01 - 01:36 | Pre-Product Market Fit Strategies01:36 - 02:30 | Validating Customer Assumptions02:30 - 03:50 | Effective Customer Interviews03:50 - 05:04 | Identifying ICP and Pain Points06:23 - 07:39 | The Importance of Customer Feedback07:39 - 08:54 | Retention vs. Acquisition Strategies08:54 - 10:15 | Post-Product Market Fit Tactics

Pre-Sell Before You Build: Avoid Costly Startup Mistakes — with David Hirschfeld Most startups fail because they build something no one wants.In this episode of Feel the Boot, I talk with David Hirschfeld, founder of Tekyz and creator of the Launch First method, about how to flip the script and pre-sell your product before you build it. We explore how high-fidelity mockups, early customer conversations, and focused problem validation can help founders avoid wasting time, money, and effort on products that miss the mark. If you're an early-stage founder, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you test, sell, and refine your idea before writing a single line of code.

After a serious spinal injury left him temporarily paralyzed, Ty had to navigate the healthcare system to find the right specialists, without reliable online information to guide those critical choices. On this episode of the Predictable Revenue Podcast, Ty Allen, founder of SocialClimb, shared the deeply personal story behind his company's origin. Highlights include: Finding a Gap in the Market (07:10), Validating the Market Gap (11:24), How Not To Screw Up Pricing (14:34), Customer Development and First Clients (20:30), And more… Stay updated with our podcast and the latest insights in Outbound Sales and Go-to-Market Strategies!

If my life is in danger, or someone in my environment is in physical or psychological danger from an aggressor, I will defend myself, or them, without question. But when it comes to defending my integrity, my name, my work, pride, or anything else, I will simply walk away even if affected by it.Sometimes, I do get affected, there is an emotional charge to being “betrayed” by someone who professed their friendship, for example. Or someone who goes behind my back and speaks against me so that they are liked by others, while pretending to be my friend and supporter. Or someone who would viciously attack me on the internet (often anonymously of course), in order to feel important, or get some attention, or because my power and influence threatens them. It does upset me sometimes. But instead of reacting to that upsetness, what I do is process it, the disappointment and pain, and continue on my path.It's hard though. When we receive a negative energy of engagement in the form of insults or attacks it often incurs a cost. This cost is the effect it has on the “small self”.And I DO have a small self. It's not very influential in my life, but it does affect me at times. It wasn't always there, but at some point in linear time I created it in order to understand what others are going through in this life. Most of the suffering, stress, pain, fights, and conflicts we experience are due to the small self in us and/or others.Take a look at a conflict you are in right now. Step back and see if it has any bearing to your physical survival. If it does not, then it's about the small self.Some cultures will teach that people should kill to defend their pride, their honor or their family's honor. Or be severely punished if they dishonor themselves or their family. But what is honor, and pride but an egoic projection of importance?Often, we use the story of all the physical, emotional and psychological attacks we have received throughout our lives to validate our own brutality.The nature of attacksMost personal (non life threatening) attacks have very basic patterns. Three of these patterns are:1. The making oneself right by making the other wrong.2. Validating oneself by invalidating another.3. Reacting to an unconscious (or conscious) fear.In my experience, number one is the most prevalent in our society. It is, in fact, encouraged. We find this being used in politics and debates of all sorts in science, religion, and social organizations and think tanks around the world.More than once, I have received messages and emails “demanding that I respond” to some claim or other that I am [enter comment making me wrong here]. Or that I defend or validate my views on things. I don't respond to or answer these messages now, but have done so in the past due to giving in to external pressure. I tend not to give in to external pressures these days.Recently, a friend of mine told me that he has seen that the more powerful, confident and capable I appear to become as a publicly known individual, the more vicious and insidious the attacks get. This is simply a reflection of number 3 above. People are afraid of influential individuals. They are afraid of power (and with good cause), and are afraid of being conned. The energetic attack (at a mystical level) has also increased tremendously every month since I accepted the mission to become publicly known so as to deliver the message of empowerment to the masses.How we deal with mystical attacks is pretty much the same as we deal with overt attacks. We process any effect they may have in us, and we move on. Retaliation, defense, or “justice” is irrelevant. and would only feed into the attack and the lowering of our vibrational frequency.If we spend any time defending, attacking our attackers or getting payback, we are simply feeding the aggression cycle. All that energy is much better spent inspiring and empowering others.How does observing our defenses empower the planet?Conflict and war, at any level, lowers our human collective vibrational frequency. It doesn't matter whether you are shouting at your dog, or shooting bullets at an enemy. The energy of conflict goes against our nature and it is only there through heavy programming.The past week, as I was recuperating from long hours on airplanes, I watched several shows on TV. I was shocked at the normalization of violence. And the brutality of the violence depicted.In one of them, a film about a gangster family in witness protection relocated to France, showed children and adults being brutally beaten up by the protagonists. It was supposed to be funny because the kids and adults who were brutalized had said something wrong to the protagonists, or done some minor wrong to them. In another show, an extremely popular TV series, the level of violence was simply incredible. It included rape, sexual abuse, brutal murders of children, men and women, and extreme psychological abuse. All “normalized” in some fantasy time and geographical area.Reality TV is popular because it is conflict driven. Violence of many kinds are depicted, even physical fights.And it doesn't stop at TV shows, most computer games are about killing other people, creatures or monsters.But here's the thing, the programming to be and act from a place of aggression and violence cannot succeed unless we subscribe to it. Once we see that it is simply programming, that it is indeed an attempt by a faction of the human collective to walk a low vibrational frequency and highly addictive path, then we can simply switch that programming off.How do we switch it off? We make a list, and observe all the areas where we feel wronged, where we are defending ourselves, where we are attacking others. We observe each item on our list until we see the larger picture. Until we are no longer energetically affected by the conflict or attack. Until we no longer “want to do something about this”, to bring it to justice. But remember, if it involves you or someone else's physical or psychological survival or wellbeing, do get yourself or the person under attack away if possible and if not possible, then defend, act and protect. Why? Because survival of our person is different to the survival of our small self.Do note that aggression and conflict are highly addictive. They are dramatic, and we love drama. Drama and conflict do not exist outside of the small self. The fact that they do not exist outside of the small self is often the reason why we hold on to the small self so strongly.Our reality, our planet and species, still supports low level experiences such as war, conflict, drama and such. This is a fact. Our species is empowered with the choice. It is up to us whether we want to hold on to those low level games or not. That's why there is such heavy programming happening via our media, culture and religions, to hold onto the small games. We are exposed to them and the effect is the same as someone being exposed to crack cocaine for the first time. We either become totally addicted to it, refuse to ingest it, or “recover” after being addicted to it for a long or short time.We can help our species to drop the addiction by observing it within ourselves, and empowering others to enable them to observe it within themselves. Just observing, without any intent, expands our awareness on the facts behind this addiction at a global scale.Do share this article with anyone whom you feel will benefit and be empowered by it, send to your lists and reblog. The more of us who act by sharing this information, the easier the load will become and the faster our species will expand in awareness.The discussion doesn't stop here—listen to the full podcast episode for unfiltered insights from Inelia and our panelists. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.drivingtotherez.com/subscribe

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Jiake Liu is the Co-Founder and CEO of Outer, a brand revolutionizing outdoor living by reimagining furniture and transforming backyards into immersive, functional spaces. With a mission to make life outside effortless and enjoyable, Outer combines eco-friendly materials, durable design, and an innovative showroom model—crowdsourcing real customers' backyards to create a unique, community-driven shopping experience.Before launching Outer in 2018, Jiake built his career in tech and software engineering at Riot Games, where he honed his expertise in problem-solving and user experience. Now, as an angel investor and founder, he's leveraging technology, sustainability, and consumer-first innovation to redefine how people connect with their outdoor spaces.In 2025, Jiake is taking Outer beyond furniture with Outer Spaces—a proprietary solution designed to convert vacant backyards into fully functional outdoor living spaces, from wellness retreats and dining areas to personal gyms.Under his leadership, Outer is reshaping the way we think about outdoor living—proving that sustainability, design, and convenience can coexist seamlessly in Ecommerce.In This Conversation We Discuss:[01:06] Intro[01:48] Introducing a new way to sell products[03:40] Finding the right investors for growth[05:10] Pitching a better product to investors[07:38] Building a brand through viral marketing[08:35] Building brand trust through storytelling[09:43] Validating ideas with ad mockups[10:13] Talking to customers before launching[11:14] Staying connected with customers post-purchase[11:57] Inventing solutions before customers ask for them[14:06] Episode Sponsors: StoreTester and Intelligems[17:19] Building trust with real product experiences[19:58] Turning media buzz into big opportunities[22:22] Mastering numbers before raising capital[23:27] Building outdoor spaces in one dayResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeThe Perfect Outdoor Sofa is Now Within Reach liveouter.com/Follow Jiake Liu linkedin.com/in/jiakeliuBook a demo today at intelligems.io/Done-for-you conversion rate optimization service storetester.com/If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

In this episode with guest Brian McRay, we explore the profound impact that truly listening to others can have on building meaningful connections, fostering understanding, and sharing God's love. Tune in as Brian shares about: Listening with empathy, compassion, and without judgment.Creating space for others to express themselves freely and authentically. Validating others' experiences while showing them that they matter to God."Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you." (Jeremiah 29:12 NKJV)

What exactly is validation? Dr. Fleck defines it as communication that demonstrates you are mindful, understand, and empathize with another person's experience, thereby accepting it as valid. In this illuminating conversation with Dr. Caroline Fleck, author the book Validation, we explore the powerful concept of validation and how it can transform your relationship with your child. Dr. Fleck is a licensed psychologist, corporate consultant, and Adjunct Clinical Instructor at Stanford University. After the conversation with Dr. Fleck, I provide my own perspective on the third part of her book. While I found the first two parts on validation techniques extremely valuable and immediately applicable, I share some concerns about using validation as a tool for changing children's behavior. I explore the ethical considerations of consent-based relationships with children and offer an alternative approach focused on understanding needs rather than modifying behavior. The conversation gives you an overview of the very useful validation framework, while the conclusion honors my commitment to respectful, needs-based parenting approaches that maintain children's autonomy and inner experience. Questions this episode will answer How do I validate my child's feelings when they're having a meltdown? Does validating my child's emotions make tantrums worse or last longer? What should I say when my child is upset about something that seems trivial? How can I tell the difference between validating feelings versus validating bad behavior? What are the most effective words to use when validating my child's emotions? How does validation help my child develop emotional regulation skills? What happens if I've been unintentionally invalidating my child's feelings? Is it possible to validate feelings while still setting necessary boundaries? What simple validation techniques can I start using today with my child? What you'll learn in this episode Simple, practical phrases to validate your child's feelings during difficult moments How to respond when your child is upset about something that seems small (like a broken cracker) The step-by-step validation ladder you can use with children of all ages Why saying "You're OK!" actually makes tantrums worse and what to say instead How validation helps your child develop emotional regulation skills faster Easy mindfulness techniques to stay calm when your child is emotional Specific examples of validation for common parenting challenges How to validate feelings while still maintaining important boundaries Ways to repair your relationship if you've been unintentionally invalidating The connection between childhood validation and long-term mental health Whether you're dealing with tantrums, big emotions, difficult conversations, or just want to build a stronger connection with your child, the validation techniques shared in this episode provide a foundation for healthier relationships and emotional well-being. Dr. Fleck's book Validation: how the skill set that revolutionized psychology will transform your relationships, increase your influence, and change your life (Affiliate link) Jump to highlights 00:57 Introducing today's episode and guest speaker 04:06 Definition of validation by Dr. Caroline Fleck 04:38 Importance of validation...

In today's episode we"re going to dive deep into the topic of self-validation, offering practical tips on how to better understand and accept your emotions. From increasing your emotional vocabulary to letting yourself be human, I discuss the importance of not judging your feelings and learning to talk to yourself kindly. By becoming more confident in your grief and emotional state, you can improve your relationships and feel more connected. If you'd like personalized help navigating your emotions, please feel free to reach out and join my coaching sessions. Plus I have an exciting new program for you: a 30-day Embracing Mother's Day challenge. This challenge is designed to help more people navigate the emotional complexities surrounding Mother's Day. Alongside self-care activities, emotional intelligence exercises, and practical planning tips, this challenge aims to support various forms of mourning, including bereavement. I explain how the challenge can serve as a solution for those with limited access to one-on-one coaching due to my packed schedule. Tune in to discover how you can make Mother's Day a less daunting experience for just $25. You won't want to miss the exclusive bonuses included! 00:00 Introduction and Exciting Announcement 03:21 Understanding Validation 04:33 Challenges in Self-Validation 09:38 Learning to Validate Yourself 11:41 Practical Steps for Self-Validation 15:02 Embracing Your Emotions 23:53 Communicating Your Needs 32:08 Final Thoughts and Resources   Embracing Mother's Day Challenge Click HERE Get support from Amy! Click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website. Cover created on Canva    

Ever feel like you're doing everything to launch your podcast, yet something keeps holding you back? Maybe it's uncertainty, maybe it's overwhelm, or maybe it's just not knowing where to start.Spoiler alert: Validating your podcast idea before you hit record is the key to ensuring your show has an audience waiting for it.In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, I'm breaking down how to validate your podcast idea and strategically plan for growth so you don't create a show that no one listens to. We're talking about identifying your ideal listener, researching trends, engaging your audience, and avoiding the biggest mistake—relying on passion alone. Plus, I'll share practical tips for planning your content, structuring your format, and launching strong.If you've been stuck in the planning phase, wondering if your podcast idea is the one, this episode will help you move forward with confidence.

Steph McFarland joins Something For Everybody this week. Steph is a masculinity researcher and speaker.  In this conversation, Steph and I explore the complexities of masculinity, gender roles, and emotional intelligence. Steph shares her experiences as a single mother and her evolving views on masculinity shaped by traditional gender roles. We discuss the importance of vulnerability and emotional awareness, particularly in educational settings, and how action empathy can facilitate deeper connections in relationships. The conversation emphasizes the need for men to express their emotions and the role of shared experiences in fostering openness and understanding. - Timestamps:  00:00 Navigating Life as a Single Parent 03:09 Evolving Perspectives on Masculinity 06:04 The Impact of Traditional Gender Roles 08:48 Emotional Intelligence and Vulnerability 12:02 Teaching Emotional Awareness in Education 15:04 The Role of Action Empathy 17:56 Building Bridges Through Shared Experiences 23:13 The Art of Validating and Appreciating Vulnerability 25:15 Navigating Conversations: From Validation to Action 26:00 Understanding the Man vs. Bear Analogy 27:51 The Impact of Societal Narratives on Masculinity 30:11 Accountability in Relationships: A Two-Way Street 31:29 The Importance of Vulnerability in Male Relationships 33:08 Defining Masculinity: Warrior vs. Poet 35:31 The Role of Partners in Emotional Support 37:31 The Need for Male Friendships and Support Systems 39:37 Authenticity in Masculinity 41:54 Addressing Male Sexual Abuse: A Critical Conversation - See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://everybodyspod.com/deals/ - Shop For Everybody  Use code SFE10 for 10% OFF

If you haven't listened to the first Past Life Regression (PLR) episode, I highly recommend you check that one out before diving into this one! Today, I'm expanding on my PLR experience—giving you more details, sharing insights that came through afterward, and discussing the deeper meaning of how my past life as Tilla connects to my present life. I needed time to process, reflect, and receive guidance from my higher self and spirit guides before I could fully unpack this. Now, I'm ready to share those revelations with you. This episode isn't just about me—it's about you, too. My hope is that hearing my experience will activate something within you, whether it's recognizing patterns in your own life, uncovering past connections, or simply sparking curiosity about your own soul's journey. Show Notes: Shoutouts & Gratitude: Huge love and appreciation to all of you Spirit Talkers for tuning in! Past Life Regression (PLR) with Karen: If you feel called to explore a PLR for yourself, Karen is a fantastic practitioner. Her passion and expertise shine through in her work. I've linked her information here for those interested in working with her. https://www.kareandco.com/  Topics Covered: The Deep Dive into My PLR Experience: More details on what I saw and felt. How my guide has helped me process the experience. The unexpected connections to my present life. Discovering My Soul's Geography: Feeling drawn to the South and uncovering why. Realizing I've never lived where I am now in past lives. How my past life locations influence my present interests. Recognizing Past Life Connections in My Present Life: The revelation that my husband, Dustin, was part of my past life. My grandmother's presence in my past and current life. Possible connections to other family members and friends. Unspoken Moments from the PLR Session: The emotional intensity of witnessing my past-life mother. Revealing dreams and dowsing rod confirmations. The nature of my work in that past life and how it influences me now. Validating the Past Through Research: Investigating historical elements that lined up with my experience. Details about Charleston, South Carolina, and Gullah culture. Finding historical connections to what I saw in my regression. Exploring Your Own Past Life Connections: Recognizing patterns and soul group connections. You can tune into past life memories without a regression. Encouragement to follow intuitive breadcrumbs in your own life. Final Thoughts: This experience has been deeply transformational, and I'm still uncovering layers. If you've had a PLR or are thinking about it, I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Let's keep this conversation going! Stay tuned for future episodes and if you like Spirit Talk, consider giving a 5 star rating and review. With love and light, Brandee Links & Resources: Connect with Karen for a Past Life Regression session https://www.instagram.com/kare.and.co/  Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spirittalk13/ Join the Facebook group - Spirit Talk a soul tribe https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1ERsJMxrWA/ 

This episode dives into the heart of fear as it relates to coaching and career decisions. We discuss how fear can paralyze action and prevent personal growth, while offering practical frameworks to navigate these challenges.In this episode you will learn:• Validating fears and distinguishing between real concerns and imagined scenarios• Implementing a structured framework to move from fear to actionIf you find value in it, share it with someone who's ready to be a top achiever, and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode of Elite Achievement! Connect with KristinLinkedInInstagramWebsiteGoal Setting Success CourseBreakout Plan

Dr Kirk Honda responds to patrons and member emails.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month.Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/joinBecome a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattleEmail: https://www.psychologyinseattle.com/contactWebsite: https://www.psychologyinseattle.comMerch: https://teespring.com/stores/psychology-in-seattleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychologyinseattle/Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PsychologyInSeattle/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirk.hondaMarch 5, 2025The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being.Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a question, or commenting) you must do so with the knowledge that we cannot control reactions or responses from others, which may not agree with you or feel unfair. Your participation on this site is at your own risk, accepting full responsibility for any liability or harm that may result. Anything you write here may be used for discussion or endorsement of the podcast. Opinions and views expressed by the host and guest hosts are personal views. Although, we take precautions and fact check, they should not be considered facts and the opinions may change. Opinions posted by participants (such as comments) are not those of the hosts. Readers should not rely on any information found here and should perform due diligence before taking any action. For a more extensive description of factors for you to consider, please see www.psychologyinseattle.com

Get ready to explore the stories behind some of the most iconic and innovative apps that have shaped the mobile landscape!We're here with App Masters Greatest Hits—a 10-episode series where we'll journey back in time to uncover the successes, challenges, and game-changing moments that made these apps truly distinguished.In this episode, we're joined by Cesar Kuriyama—actor, producer, TED speaker, and CEO of 1 Second Everyday, the popular video diary app. Cesar shares his journey into the app world, from turning an idea into reality to securing funding and launching his business.Here's what you'll discover:✔️ The process of building a successful app✔️ How to raise funds and attract investors✔️ Validating ideas before taking the leapTune in for some inspiring insights!

keywords Internal Family Systems, IFS, self, parts work, psychotherapy, mental health, compassion, psychedelic therapy, emotional healing, self-awareness summary In this conversation, J. Ashley Booth, an IFS therapist, discusses the principles of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, emphasizing the importance of understanding and validating the various parts of ourselves. Through a playful metaphor involving a donut, they explore how internal conflicts arise and how to navigate them with compassion. The discussion also touches on the growing popularity of IFS, its integration with psychedelic therapy, and the personal journey that led Ashley to this therapeutic approach. The conversation concludes with insights on self-compassion, relationship dynamics, and the essence of self as a universal connection. takeaways The ego consists of various parts that influence our behavior. Curiosity about our internal voices is essential for self-discovery. Validating our desires can reduce internal conflict and shame. IFS encourages compassion for all parts of ourselves. Safety is a fundamental need that influences emotional well-being. IFS is gaining popularity due to its non-shaming and intuitive nature. Psychedelic therapy can facilitate access to the self and promote healing. Understanding parts can improve communication in relationships. Self-compassion is crucial for emotional regulation and healing. The self serves as a gateway to universal consciousness. titles Unlocking the Self: A Journey Through IFS Navigating Inner Conflicts with Compassion Sound Bites "IFS is very non-shaming and intuitive." "Safety resolves everything." "We all have a self deep down." Chapters 00:00 Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS) 04:30 The Sun and Clouds Metaphor in IFS 07:32 Exploring Internal Conflicts: The Donut Dilemma 10:35 Identifying and Validating Parts of the Self 13:33 The Role of the Observer in IFS 16:28 Empathy and Understanding in Internal Conflicts 19:35 Unpacking Needs and Solutions in IFS 25:38 The Essence of Care and Self-Expression 26:43 The Rise of IFS in Psychotherapy 28:28 Internal and External Conflict Resolution 32:05 Personal Journey into IFS 36:42 Framework for Understanding Parts 38:40 Self-Help and Accessibility of IFS 41:34 Communication and Relationship Dynamics 43:35 Compassion and Understanding in Society 46:22 The Nature of Self and Universal Consciousness 49:39 Future Aspirations and Heart-Centered Connections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week we talked about Domino Affect sin and how to avoid it, and this week we talk about how when the Domino Affect is in play we begin to validate our sins and battles. We take a look at a few stories in the Bible where validation happened when they sinned.Bible Verse(s): Acts 9:1-9; Roman 3:9-12; Acts 5:3-6; Matthew6:1-4; 2 Samuel 12:7-15; 2 Samuel 11:25Top 20 list at Feedspot: ⁠⁠https://podcast.feedspot.com/christian_men_podcasts/⁠⁠E: warriorwithin.christianmanhood@gmail.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pastorwarriorwithinMerch Store: https://wwcm-podcast.printify.me/productsRUMBLE: https://rumble.com/user/WarriorWithinPastor-----------------------------------------------------Track: Jim Yosef - Samurai [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch:Free Download / Stream:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://NCS.io/Samurai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Secularists Agree: the great global crisis is men opting out. Devin Schadt from The Fathers of St. Joseph joins Trending with Timmerie. (1:20) Secularists call for a code for men. (24:19) Give up your family for Lent. (41:31) Validating your wife: how to date your wife. (46:47) Resources mentioned : Fathers of St. Joseph: https://fathersofstjoseph.org/ Vice President J.D. Vance discusses his faith and defends young men against ‘broken culture’: https://catholicvote.org/vance-cpac-remarks-faith-young-men/ Harvard 80 year study on happiness and relationship: https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/ Lent Book, Jesus’ Way https://fathersofstjoseph.org/product/jesus-way/

https://www.leadfeeder.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=body&utm_campaign=brandvivaIn this episode of The Friday Habit, hosts Marc Labriola and Benjamin Manley engage with Youngsoo, who transitioned from a successful career in cryptocurrency software engineering to founding Urban EDC, an eight-figure e-commerce business. Youngsoo shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, risk-taking, and audience engagement in entrepreneurship. He discusses the challenges he faced, including job losses and the leap to Silicon Valley, and how he built his business by understanding his interests and validating his ideas through market research. In this conversation, Mark Labriola II shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of validating ideas through market testing, building trust with customers, and the necessity of financial preparation. He discusses the power of pressure and constraints in achieving success, the significance of feedback loops for continuous improvement, and the transition from being a solopreneur to leading a team. Mark also highlights the importance of strategic hiring, sourcing talent from the community, and managing multiple businesses effectively. He reflects on the need for new challenges and the organic growth of his second venture, GrowthJet, while expressing his desire to empower other entrepreneurs through education and mentorship.TakeawaysYoungsoo felt an inner drive to start a company from a young age.He transitioned from finance to tech, seeking fulfillment beyond corporate jobs.Taking risks in youth can lead to valuable life experiences.The regret minimization framework can guide decision-making.Youngsoo moved to Silicon Valley to immerse himself in the startup culture.He launched Urban EDC by reflecting on personal spending habits.Building an audience before launching a product is crucial.Validating business ideas through market research is essential.Understanding personal interests can lead to successful business ventures.Engaging with potential customers early can shape product offerings. Validate your ideas through market testing.Building relationships is key to business success.Financial preparation is crucial before starting a venture.Pressure can unlock your full potential.Feedback loops help in continuous improvement.Transitioning from solopreneur to team leader is essential for growth.Strategic hiring is important for scaling a business.Sourcing talent from your community can yield great results.Managing multiple businesses requires effective delegation.Empowering others through education is a fulfilling next step. https://www.leadfeeder.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=body&utm_campaign=brandviva

Exploring Systemic Trauma and Relational Privilege with BIPOC and LGBTQI Couples: An interview with Akilah Riley-Richardson Curt and Katie chat with Akilah Riley Richardson, MSW about the challenges therapists face when working with BIPOC and LGBTQI couples. Akilah discusses the impact of systemic trauma, how it affects relationships, and the importance of creating therapeutic models tailored to marginalized communities. She introduces The PRIDE Model for therapy and The BIOME Stance for therapists, offering actionable strategies for inclusive, trauma-informed care. Transcripts for this episode will be available at mtsgpodcast.com! In this podcast episode, we talk with Akilah Riley-Richardson about what therapists get wrong when working with BIPOC and LGBTQI couples Too often, couples counselors take traditional models and make slight tweaks for couples from marginalized backgrounds, with little success. Akilah Riley-Richardson has developed a stance and a new model to help support therapists in doing more effective work with these couples.   Understanding Systemic Trauma in Therapy Defining systemic trauma: Chronic, unpredictable, and disenfranchised trauma caused by systemic forces (education, legal, and healthcare systems). Examples of systemic trauma: Microaggressions, mispronounced names, assumptions about authority roles, and misgendering. Effects on individuals and relationships: Reduced sense of safety, rejection sensitivity, emotional disconnect, and difficulty setting boundaries. Challenges in Therapy with BIPOC and LGBTQI Couples Common therapist mistakes: Ignoring systemic realities and the impact of privilege. Adapting existing models without acknowledging their white, cishet origins. Failing to create trauma-informed, inclusive frameworks. Importance of relational privilege: Self-acceptance, social acceptance, and feeling protected in relationships. The PRIDE Model & The BIOME Stance from Akilah Riley-Richardson PRIDE Model for Therapy: Relational curiosity: Actively exploring the client's lived experiences. Setting intentions: Creating space for safety and vulnerability. Trauma work: Addressing systemic trauma's long-term impact on relationships. BIOME Stance for Therapists: Bravery: Facing discomfort in recognizing privilege. Intimacy: Fostering deep emotional connections. Openness: Being receptive to client experiences. Micro-liberatory movements: Small but impactful actions toward social justice. Epistemic embracing: Validating client knowledge and lived experiences. How Therapists Can Engage Clients in Systemic Trauma Work Transparency in therapy: Clearly communicating the goal of liberation. Allowing resistance: Accepting client pushback as an assertion of power. Embracing uncertainty: Being comfortable with not having all the answers. Participating in decolonization conversations: Learning through community engagement and allyship. Stay in Touch with Curt, Katie, and the whole Therapy Reimagined #TherapyMovement: Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano https://groomsymusic.com/  

In this episode, Therapy brothers explores the significance of emotional validation in relationships. They discuss how acknowledging and understanding a partner's feelings can strengthen the bond and foster open communication. Ultimately, the video emphasizes that validating emotions is not just a courtesy but a crucial aspect of building a healthy and supportive partnership. // SUBMIT A QUESTION + CALL IN // https://www.therapybrothers.org/call // Tyler Patrick LMFT | "The Wandering Therapist" // Free Consultation Call: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lovestrong.com/consultation-tyler/ // Brannon Patrick LCSW | "The Expert" // Brannon's Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.brannonpatrick.com⁠⁠⁠ // COURSES // The Healing Journey: ⁠https://join.reclaimyourheart.org // EVENTS // Radiant Dawn | Women's Retreat: ⁠https://radiantdawn.org⁠ Rising Son | Men's Retreat: ⁠⁠⁠https://risingson.org⁠⁠⁠ Vibrant Love | Couple's Retreat: ⁠⁠⁠https://vibrantlove.org⁠⁠ // Reclaim Your Heart // Join our new community for quality exclusive content, incredible courses, and real connection: ⁠https://join.reclaimyourheart.org/ #therapybrothers #thehealingjourney #reclaimyourheart

This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and Pique Life. We know the seeds of Alzheimer's are planted at least twenty years before a diagnosis. So, it's never too early to make crucial lifestyle changes that can influence brain health and the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases.  Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, we're bringing you a special compilation episode featuring Dhru's conversations with leading experts on Alzheimer's and brain health.  Dr. David Perlmutter explores the key factors that influence Alzheimer's risk and shares his top lifestyle strategies for prevention. He also discusses tools to assess brain energy usage and dives into the gut-brain connection. Dr. Mosconi explains what happens to a woman's brain during menopause and its connection to Alzheimer's disease. She also shares how recent research validates women's experiences in perimenopause and menopause, along with key lifestyle habits to prevent dementia and support a smoother transition. Dr. Perlmutter is a board-certified neurologist and five-time New York Times bestselling author. He is a fellow of the American College of Nutrition and serves on their Board of Directors. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed scientific journals, including the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, Archives of Neurology, and Neurosurgery. Lisa Mosconi, PhD, is an associate professor of neuroscience in neurology and radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine and the director of the Women's Brain Initiative and the Alzheimer's Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medicine/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. She is the New York Times bestselling author of The XX Brain and Brain Food. In this episode, Dhru and his guests dive into: Genetics vs. Lifestyle: Their roles in diagnosis and impact on health (1:39) How Insulin Resistance Affects the Brain: Compromised brain energetics (04:20) Key ingredients that impact the body like sugar  (11:11) Blood Sugar Game-Changers: Strategies for better management (20:14) Foods Dr. Perlmutter avoids & the gut-brain connection (27:32) The brain's energy demands & top antioxidant-rich foods (34:32) What's happening in the brain during menopause (38:31) Validating menopause symptoms and women's experiences (47:32) Brain changes in perimenopause & key transitions (52:02) Why the brain is unique and why consistency is key (59:32) Also mentioned: Full episode with David Perlmutter Full episode with Dr. Lisa Mosconi This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth and Pique Life. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com/dhru and use code DHRUP. Right now, Pique Life is offering 20% off the Pu'er fermented black and green teas. Plus, you'll get a free beaker and frother when you go to piquelife.com/dhru. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skyler Sorensen grew up in St. George, Utah as the fourth of eight children. He is an active Latter-day Saint who experiences same-sex attraction. He and his wife, Amanda, were married in the Provo, Utah temple in 2018. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor's in Media Arts and currently works with the team at Scripture Central. Skyler started the podcast “Sit Down with Sky”, which has recently morphed into a YouTube series. The series is dedicated to finding and maintaining eternal truths in the conversation around LGBTQ issues. Skyler is also the author of Exclude Not Thyself: Thriving as a Covenant-Keeping, Gay Latter-day Saint, aimed at providing a faith-affirming approach to LGBTQ issues. Skyler and Amanda have three children. Their first son, Milo, was born at 24½ weeks, and after a few weeks of battling for his life in newborn intensive care, he passed away in Amanda's arms. They have two living daughters, Remi and Lainey, both under the age of three. Skyler's current church calling is Gospel Doctrine teacher. Links Exclude Not Thyself: Thriving as a Covenant-Keeping Gay Latter-Day Saint Sit Down with Sky Connect with Skyler Scripture Central North Star Share your thoughts in the Leading Saints community Transcript coming soon Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights Skyler shares his personal journey as a gay Latter-day Saint, detailing his experiences with same-sex attraction, his decision to marry a woman in the temple, and the fulfillment he finds in his family life. Skyler shares his perspective on the labels of identity, expressing a desire to prioritize his core identity as a disciple of Jesus Christ over societal labels. Kurt and Skyler talk about the tension church leaders face when discussing doctrines related to the eternal family, emphasizing the need for compassion while upholding the ideal of eternal marriage. Skyler highlights the importance of understanding doctrine in a way that fosters genuine relationships, even amidst disagreements about lifestyle choices. The discussion also touches on the significance of therapy and the value of seeking resources that align with one's faith. Both Kurt and Skyler stress the importance of maintaining hope and connection, advocating for a balanced approach that recognizes the complexities of faith and identity. 02:40 - Skyler's Journey with Same-Sex Attraction 06:00 - Navigating Identity and Labels 08:04 - The Importance of Open Communication in Relationships 09:53 - Early Experiences with Church Leaders 11:09 - Balancing Temptation and Faith 12:16 - The Role of Church Leaders in Discussing Marriage 16:14 - The Ideal of Eternal Marriage 17:26 - Addressing Criticism of Mixed Orientation Marriages 18:12 - The Importance of Seeking Validation from God 19:02 - The Desire to Share a Valid Path for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints 20:16 - The Tension Between Faith and Family 22:10 - Maintaining Relationships Amidst Differences 24:00 - Resources for Families and Individuals 29:19 - The Role of Therapy in Navigating Same-Sex Attraction 31:01 - Understanding Doctrine and Its Application 33:03 - Promoting the North Star Conference 36:06 - Validating the Path of Covenant-Keeping 39:21 - The Importance of Teaching Eternal Truths 40:56 - Finding Strength in the Temple 44:34 - Accessing Strength Through Eternal Perspective The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Elder Alvin F. Meredith III, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish,