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Let's talk about why so many men struggle in today's dating market. Winning isn't about getting the most attention. It's about putting myself in a position where I'm the obvious choice instead of competing with everyone else. That's the strategy I'm breaking down in today's class. Show Notes: [11:17]#1 They are competing for attention, which is a losing strategy. [15:40]#2 Validation seeking lowers your position. [19:04]#3 Attention does not necessarily convert to commitment. [24:10] Recap Next Steps: --- Execution is not a talent. It is a standard. If your results don't match your ability, something in your approach is out of alignment. Most people do not have a motivation problem. They have a consistency problem. Power Presence is the system for operating with greater discipline, clarity, structure, and execution under pressure. Learn more: → http://www.PowerPresenceProtocol.com Know what to do but not always doing it? Measure your execution at → http://RateMyExecution.com. Get Dre's free Daily Game email at http://WorkOnMyGame.com. Every day you'll receive one practical lesson on leadership, mindset, discipline, and execution to help you perform at a higher level. No fluff. Just game
Welcome to The Daily. We are 13 days away from beginning our next book of the Bible. We are moving to the New Testament, 1 Peter. We are going to discover how to live holy in a hostile world. Go ahead and pick up your 1 Peter Scripture Journal now. And if you are a Project23 donor giving $35 or more per month, this has already been shipped to you. So become a donor and partner with us in Project23. Our text today is Hosea 13:2-3 And now they sin more and more, and make for themselves metal images, idols skillfully made of their silver, all of them the work of craftsmen. It is said of them, "Those who offer human sacrifice kiss calves!" Therefore they shall be like the morning mist or like the dew that goes early away, like the chaff that swirls from the threshing floor or like smoke from a window. — Hosea 13:2-3 Israel kept building idols they believed would secure them, satisfy them, protect them, and give them meaning. They invested silver, skill, energy, and devotion into things they thought would save them. But God says all of it would disappear: like mist, like dew, like chaff, like smoke. In other words, it's all temporary. And our modern idols are no different. So I realize most people today do not bow before carved statues, but we still build gods with our time, attention, emotions, money, and devotion. Some people worship success. Others worship their ideal image. Some worship pleasure. Other worship politics. Some worship relationships. Still others worship comfort, control, entertainment, sexuality, or endless digital distraction. What makes idolatry dangerous is that it feels powerful in the moment. That is why people keep coming back to them. They promise relief. Validation. Escape. Security. Identity. But eventually, every false god we worship reveals the same truth: It cannot bear the weight of sustaining your soul, as tempting as it is to the flesh. That is why God compares idols to smoke. It's a total smokeshow. Every one of them looks substantial until life's deeper realities hit, and we go through suffering, loss, face death, loneliness, experience anxiety, guilt, and encounter the reality of eternity. And suddenly, the things we trusted start to evaporate before our eyes. The alarming part is not merely that idols fail. It is how long people keep pursuing them and worshipping them before admitting they cannot save them. Faithful believers must live differently in every generation. The culture will always normalize "new" idols. But God's people are called to recognize what is temporary and anchor themselves to what is eternal. Because only God remains when everything else fades. Here are some questions to consider today: What do I run to for comfort faster than I run to God? What absorbs my attention more than God? What feels devastating to lose because it has become too central in my life? Those answers will reveal our real gods. And the loving warning of Hosea is: don't build your life on things that disappear like smoke. This was the truth we discovered in Ecclesiastes, too. It's all smoke! Build your life today on the God who remains forever. DO THIS: Identify one thing in your life that may be competing for the place only God should hold in your heart. ASK THIS: What temporary thing have I been depending on too heavily? What do I fear losing most? Am I building my life on what fades or on what lasts? PRAY THIS: Father, expose every false god competing for my heart. Help me stop chasing temporary things and teach me to build my life fully on you alone. Amen. PLAY THIS: "Christ Be All Around Me"
Should a Leader Empower You or Validate You? The Missing Skill: Mastering Autonomous Self-Regulation.Are the mentors, coaches, and spiritual leaders you follow actually expanding your capacity for personal autonomy, or are they keeping you hooked on a loop of emotional reassurance alone? In this episode, we dive deep into a critical blind spot that can take place in the personal growth, coaching, and spiritual leadership industries: the profound difference between true biological empowerment and external validation for soothing—while also pointing out grounded-in-reality, practical solutions for behavioral growth and emotional maturing.When we rely on a purely emotional validating system, it acts as a temporary emotional band-aid that doesn't strengthen your window of tolerance or lead to personal or spiritual growth. True leadership and self-sovereignty require building autonomous self-regulating nervous system capacity, also known as restorative embodiment and resilience. By bridging evolutionary cognitive science—like the Yale Baby Study—with spiritual perspectives and mystic soul age group knowledge, we look at the missing leadership skill of Autonomous Self-Regulation by some personal growth and spiritual ascension figures in the field.We talk about discerning affective realism and narrative distortions, moving out of codependent growth containers, and applying a practical somatic-mindset strategy using Level 1 and Level 2 Micro-Habit protocols to stabilize your system from a place of absolute structural wholeness and pursue your self-led personal growth and spiritual ascension.
Combien de décisions dans ta vie as-tu prises pour être accepté plutôt que par conviction personnelle ?Depuis l'enfance, nous apprenons à porter des masques pour éviter le rejet, pour rassurer et pour cocher les cases de la société. Petit à petit, nous devenons des experts pour jouer un personnage... jusqu'à oublier qui se trouve en dessous. C'est ainsi que l'on se retrouve avec une vie qui fonctionne sur le papier, mais qui sonne complètement faux à l'intérieur.La pire des tragédies n'est pas d'échouer : c'est de réussir en devenant quelqu'un que tu n'as jamais voulu être.Dans cet épisode du Mindset Show, nous abordons la véritable définition de l'authenticité d'un Bâtisseur. Être soi-même ne consiste pas à ajouter de la matière ou une nouvelle posture, mais à retirer ce qui ne t'appartient pas. Comme un sculpteur face à un bloc de pierre, il est temps d'enlever le besoin de plaire, les attentes des autres et la peur du jugement pour laisser émerger ta vraie puissance.Au programme de cet épisode de libération identitaire :La naissance des masques : Comment la recherche d'approbation t'a poussé à construire une fausse identité.Le coût du changement : Pourquoi certaines personnes vont s'éloigner quand tu arrêtes de jouer un rôle (et pourquoi c'est une excellente nouvelle).La métaphore du sculpteur : Comprendre que ton authenticité n'est pas quelque chose que tu fabriques, mais quelque chose que tu retrouves.Les 3 questions d'introspection : Un exercice concret pour identifier où tu joues encore un jeu et briser tes peurs de rejet.Il vaut mieux être rejeté pour ce que tu es qu'être aimé pour ce que tu n'es pas.⚡ PASSE À L'ACTION :RÉSERVE TA SESSION DE DIAGNOSTIC (MENTORAT PRIVÉ) : Tu veux construire un business ou une carrière alignée avec tes vrais standards, sans masque ni concession, avec un accompagnement sur-mesure d'homme à homme ?
"If there's something to it, it has science validation. And that is what we have been missing for so long in the spiritual and religious community." – Dahryn Trivedi Dahryn Trivedi is an international speaker, an enlightened master, and co-founder of Divine Connection International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to personal development, spiritual growth, and well-being. Dahryn works alongside her husband to bridge the gap between science, spirituality, and consciousness with the aim of elevating the human experience. Her influential work has been featured on major media platforms, including ABC, NBC, Fox, and the CW, and she has delivered talks at prestigious institutions like NASDAQ and Well Being World. Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode of "All My Health, There Is Hope," host Jana Short dives into a transformative conversation with Dahryn Trivedi, co-founder of Divine Connection International. Known for her unique approach to merging science and spirituality, Dahryn shares her deep understanding of consciousness and its role in human development. The discussion opens with an exploration of the concept of hope and its misinterpretations, leading to a broader dialogue about the potential of divine consciousness to effect real, measurable change in people's lives. Dahryn reveals the groundbreaking work her organization is doing to scientifically validate the power of consciousness. Boasting nearly 700 peer-reviewed publications and an impressive track record in various scientific disciplines, Divine Connection International is at the forefront of proving the tangible effects of divine blessings. Dahryn discusses how this proven methodology is creating significant impacts, from enhancing physical health and emotional well-being to improving agricultural yields and even revolutionizing technology industries. Listen in to discover how you, too, can experience the life-altering benefits of consciousness transformation. Key Takeaways: Rethinking Hope: Dahryn Trivedi challenges traditional perceptions of hope, emphasizing the importance of aligning it with reality to prevent disillusionment. Scientific Validation of Spiritual Concepts: Discover how Divine Connection International uses robust scientific methods to measure and validate the impact of consciousness and divine blessings. Consciousness as a Fundamental Reality: Learn about the groundbreaking findings that place consciousness at the core of reality, as validated by extensive scientific research. Holistic Impact of Divine Blessings: Explore the far-reaching benefits of divine blessings, from personal health improvements to industry-wide transformations in sectors like agriculture and technology. Empowering Personal Transformation: Understand how aligning with divine consciousness can lead to profound personal and societal change. Resources: https://divineconnection.org/ https://www.dahryn.com/ @dahryntrivedi @realdivineconnection https://www.facebook.com/DahrynTrivedi/ https://www.facebook.com/realdivineconnection/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dahryntrivedi https://www.linkedin.com/company/divineconnectionofficial https://x.com/DahrynTrivedi https://x.com/realdivinecnxn Dahryn Offer: Listeners can experience Divine Blessings at a special introductory rate—and explore an extensive body of peer-reviewed scientific research documenting the extraordinary, measurable effects. For Best Holistic Life: https://divineconnection.org/bhl Disclaimer: This video is for informational and educational purposes only. Divine Connection International offers Divine Blessing programs and does not provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Individual results may vary, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. For more details, visit: https://divineconnection.org/disclaimer To read the comprehensive research, click here - https://divineconnection.org/science-research Get a free subscription to the Best Holistic Life Magazine, one of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living: https://bestholisticlife.info/BestHolisticLifeMagazine. Get in touch with Jana and listen to more podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/ Show Music 'Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz: https://www.amygerhartz.com/music. Grab your FREE gift today: https://bestholisticlife.info/BestHolisticLifeMagazine Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/
Physiotherapist Sarah Elmquist and Dr India Pinker explain why incontinence is treatable and empathy can transform healthcare. We prepare women extensively for birth. We discuss scans, nutrition, pain relief, breathing techniques and the safe arrival of the baby. Then, remarkably often, the conversation stops. The woman who has carried and delivered that child is expected to return to work, family life and household responsibilities, while the physical aftermath of pregnancy and birth remains largely invisible. On The Lisa Burke Show, physiotherapist Sarah Elmquist and healthcare communication researcher Dr India Pinker joined me to discuss two areas of medicine that are easily dismissed as private, awkward or somehow secondary: pelvic floor health and empathy. Yet both affect something fundamental, our ability to feel safe and understood within our own bodies and within the healthcare system. The great silence after birth Sarah works in postpartum rehabilitation and pelvic floor physiotherapy. She describes postpartum care as far more than the weeks immediately following delivery. “Postpartum is everything that happens after giving birth. Everybody is different and every body is different.” Sarah Elmquist Pregnancy and childbirth can affect the abdominal muscles, pelvic floor, internal organs and a woman's entire perception of her body. Yet many women are quietly absorbing symptoms that should be discussed and assessed. They avoid trampolines, running, lifting shopping bags, laughing too freely or playing energetically with their children because they fear leaking urine. The most troubling part is that many do not consider this a medical problem. They assume it is simply the price of motherhood. “It's almost normalised as part of motherhood. ‘It happens to me as well. It's just how it is.' It doesn't have to be.” Sarah Elmquist Incontinence can affect women and men, and it can appear long before old age. Shame can gradually restrict exercise, intimacy, travel and social life. Because people rarely talk about it, the true scale of the problem is difficult to measure. It is never too late to seek help Luxembourg has an advantage in offering many women pelvic floor reeducation after childbirth, sometimes before any serious problem has developed. Sarah compares this to strengthening any other muscle group as protection for the future. For those who never received postpartum care, the message is equally important. “Things can be reversed. Just as you can retrain a leg muscle, the same goes for the pelvic floor. You can always train it again.” Sarah Elmquist Pelvic floor physiotherapy is not simply about preventing an embarrassing moment. It is about restoring choice. A woman who can laugh, jump, exercise or move without fear has recovered a degree of freedom. As Sarah put it, learning to sense and control this frequently ignored part of the body can itself be empowering: “If you can feel your own body and know how to engage those muscles, that's empowerment as well.” The Empathy Gap Nobody Measures Dr. India Pinker, a postdoctoral researcher at the Luxembourg Institute of Health working on healthcare communication in oncology, brought a different but connected angle: the taboo isn't just about what patients won't say to doctors, it's about what medicine itself doesn't know how to teach. Pinker's PhD research at the University of St Andrews looked at clinical empathy: not the everyday kind, but a trainable, boundaried skill doctors need to protect both the patient and themselves. "Empathy is arguably one of our most natural sort of elements of conversation, elements of connection as human beings. However, it's highly controversial, believe it or not, in medicine itself." Her research has found that empathetic communication correlates with higher diagnostic accuracy, better patient adherence to treatment, and, counterintuitively, lower burnout among healthcare professionals themselves. She pointed to universities like St Andrews and Leicester that now build communication skills training in from year one, producing measurably more confident clinicians by graduation. Where AI fits and where it does not One of the more striking threads of the conversation: patients increasingly turning to AI chatbots as informal counsellors. Pinker flagged the risk plainly. "AI is usually, depending on how you program it, essentially made to please you... it's not going to push back at key moments where you need pushback from a trained professional." She noted that AI is fairly predictable: patients, and good clinical care, are not. Validation without push-back can feel good in the moment, but it isn't the same as care. The Common Thread Whether it's a pelvic floor exercise a doctor never prescribed, or a diagnosis delivered without space to ask a second question, both guests circled the same idea: powerlessness follows patients who aren't given information, and communication, spoken or physical, is the cheapest, least-used treatment in medicine. As Pinker put it: Connect with our guests: Sarah Elmquist — Instagram: @liewenshaus.wormeldange | Website: osteopathie-greif.com Dr. India Pinker, PhD — LinkedIn: india-pinker-phd | Luxembourg Institute of Health | EACH – International Association for Communication in Healthcare Listen to the full episode on RTL Play, RTL Today Radio, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.
En RD Congo, la Cour constitutionnelle a validé la loi référendaire ouvrant la voie à un possible troisième mandat pour le président Félix Tshisekedi. La coalition d'opposition C64 monte au créneau et donne rendez-vous au peuple congolais le 15 août. Prince Epenge, l'un des porte-parole de la coalition Lamuka et membre de la plateforme C64, est notre invité.
What happens when everything you've built disappears overnight?Dr. David Hausmann spent years building a successful business, providing for his family, and chasing what he believed success was supposed to look like. Then one ordinary day changed everything. After a devastating accident, David lost his leg, watched his identity unravel, and was forced to confront a question that so many people silently wrestle with:Who am I when everything I built is gone?In this conversation, we explore suffering, identity, purpose, ego, resilience, faith, awareness, and what it truly means to become integrated.This isn't just a story about surviving trauma. It's about rebuilding yourself from the inside out.If you've ever felt lost, questioned your purpose, or wondered how to move forward after life knocks you down, this conversation is for you.In This Episode• The accident that changed everything• Losing far more than a leg• Identity beyond success• The emotional moment with his daughter on the stairs• Why suffering can become your greatest teacher• Awareness as the currency of transformation• Integrating the parts of yourself you've tried to hide• Rebuilding a meaningful lifeIf this episode impacted you, please consider subscribing, sharing it with someone who needs it, and leaving a comment with your biggest takeaway.Follow The Relentless Pursuit Podcast for weekly conversations that challenge, inspire, and equip people to pursue purpose through adversity.00:00 Stairs and resilience01:24 Podcast welcome and guest intro02:18 Spider bite detour03:09 Life today and the leg loss05:25 Flesh eating bacteria ordeal07:06 Perspective after near death08:08 Presence and gratitude mindset15:15 Protecting authenticity20:20 Faith, free will, and dogma22:49 Childhood roots and success drive30:35 Masks, ego, and boundaries38:54 Rebelling and building the clinic42:45 Ego Behind Service43:57 Chiropractic Origin Story46:23 Validation and Identity Trap47:54 Tethered by Success50:14 Losing It All52:44 Authenticity and Presence59:48 Day the Infection Hit01:04:02 Waking Up to Reality01:06:56 Choosing Amputation01:10:49 Regret and Time Illusion01:13:13 Meaning After Trauma01:19:33 DMT and Shadow Integration01:26:24 Integrated Man Framework01:29:46 You Don't Have More Time01:31:29 Heaven and Tolkien01:32:11 Hope Versus Tomorrow01:34:49 Did You See It01:40:10 Suffering And Balance01:45:18 Awareness As Currency01:48:15 Limits And Leverage01:51:44 AmpuHealth Mission01:58:11 Stairs And Presence02:03:54 Lessons For The Kids02:06:56 Identity Collapse02:12:44 Relentless Pursuit02:14:28 Where To Find Him02:16:27 Final Reflection#RelentlessPursuit #DavidHausmann #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #Resilience#Purpose #Identity #MentalHealth #SelfDevelopment #Transformation #Podcast#Inspiration #Leadership #OvercomingAdversity #GrowthMindset
Shaun has more proof WE WERE RIGHT! PLUS, Michele Steeb, CEO and founder of Free Up Foundation and author of Answers Behind the RED DOOR: Battling the Homeless Epidemic, talks to Shaun about the massive failure in homelessness in Democrat-run cities and states, the obscene amount of unaccounted money in homelessness initiatives that do not work, and how Democrats have a high tolerance for failure. And Richard C. Lyons, author of But By The Chance of War and The DNA of Democracy Series, discusses the insurrection of our education system making America illiterate and too stupid to know they are stuck in unwillful slavery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#157: On today's episode, Han sits down with Isaac Hindin-Miller, a fashion journalist turned DJ, interviewer, content creator, and founder of I LIKE YOU!, for an honest conversation about external validation, low self-worth, negative self-talk, and the lifelong work of learning how to feel whole within yourself.Isaac and Han unpack the realization that no amount of attention, achievement, access, popularity, or external approval can fill an internal void. They discuss what it actually takes to rebuild your self-esteem, interrupt destructive thought patterns, stop outsourcing your worth, and choose peace and acceptance instead of constantly chasing happiness. They get into:Why external approval can never create lasting self-worthWhy happiness cannot be contingent on external validationChoosing acceptance and peace instead of chasing constant happinessNavigating imposter syndrome and self doubtHow to interrupt cruel and destructive negative self-talkThe problem with finding validation elsewhereDepression, sobriety, and breaking cycles of self-destructive behaviorThe connection between low self-esteem and unhealthy coping mechanisms Social media, comparison, and attaching your value to your workIntellectualizing trauma instead of allowing yourself to feel itWhy understanding your emotions is different from actually feeling themHow choosing a different behavior can lead to a healthier mindsetFinding identity, hobbies, and joy outside of your careerHow relationships act as mirrors for the parts of ourselves that still need healing& MORE!This episode is for anyone who has ever looked outside of themselves for proof that they are worthy, lovable, important, or enough. This is a conversation for those doing the daily work to quiet the voices that tear you down, and learning to build a sense of self-worth that does not depend on attention, accomplishments, or validation. TIMESTAMPS:00:57 Isaac joins the podcast04:25 Is the life he dreamed about everything he thought it would be?05:21 Why reaching the top does not fill the internal void05:40 The daily work required to feel whole06:02 Accepting the human condition06:13 Finding peace within the mundanity of life06:26 Chasing happiness versus choosing acceptance06:44 Redefining happiness as peace07:06 Why happiness cannot be contingent on something happening07:42 Isaac's drive to reach the top08:37 Experiencing bullying and rejection growing up09:56 Building your self-worth on a foundation of sand16:02 Growing the I LIKE YOU! parties from 800 to 3,000 people in New York City16:33 Imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and feeling like a fraud16:57 Feeling isolated while surrounded by crowds17:05 The conversation with Isaac's dad that changed his perspective17:46 Becoming a victim to your own story18:07 The danger of constantly thinking about yourself18:20 Learning to interrupt negative self-talk19:35 Accepting that the negative voices may never fully disappear19:59 Moving toward something positive or negative20:14 Depression and self-destructive coping mechanisms21:20 Rebuilding self-esteem from within21:32 The connection between mental health and low self-worth22:47 Social media, validation, and mental health23:55 Attaching your personal value to your business24:42 Sobriety and learning how to feel27:12 Intellectualizing emotions and suppressing vulnerability27:52 Understanding yourself versus feeling your emotions28:28 Changing your behavior to change your mindset33:51 The importance in finding a hobby34:53 Having the courage to redefine who you are48:18 How relationships act as mirrorsCONNECT BELOW:Follow Isaac hereFollow I Like You hereRead Isaac's Substack hereCONNECT with HAN:Follow Han hereFollow HOW I SEE IT hereFollow Han on Substack hereWatch HOW I SEE IT on YouTube hereShop the podcast merch hereWork with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com
In today's episode, I'm talking about what to do when someone says something stupid.One of the questions I hear most often when teaching about validation is, "But what if I don't agree with what they're saying”? It's an honest question, and one that gets to the heart of why validation can feel very challenging.Validation isn't about deciding who's right or wrong. It's about recognizing the humanity behind what someone is feeling.No, we don't have to agree with another person's viewpoint to ask thoughtful questions, acknowledge their emotions, or create space for connection. Curiosity doesn't erase our own beliefs - it simply helps us communicate with more compassion.In this episode, I cover:The validation exercise I used in my recent Good Movement workshopWhy the most helpful response can simply be your presenceHow every perspective is shaped by unique life experiencesWhy you can validate someone's feelings without validating misinformationWhat validation really is + why feelings are ALWAYS validHow validation can lead to stronger communication + deeper relationships Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/when-someone-says-something-stupid Connect with Terryn:Follow on Instagram @terryn.drielingCheck out my websiteSend me an email at terryn@terryndrieling.comResources & Links:Schedule a free consult and see if 1:1 Good Movement Guidance is right for you – mention “castpod” when you book to receive 10% off!Check out my merch shopJoin the waitlist for the Good Movement CollectiveGood Movement music by: Aaron EspePodcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting
Your spouse shoots down every FI conversation with "we can't afford it" or "retirement at 35 sounds crazy." You respond with better spreadsheets, tighter logic, more compelling numbers—and somehow make things worse. The problem isn't your math. It's that you're bringing a calculator to an emotional fight. Why FI Conversations Trigger Defensiveness 00:05:30 — When we talk about money, we're not really talking about money. We're talking about security, social status, control, self-worth, and love. FI challenges the social contract most people internalized since childhood: work until 65, then retire. Violating this norm triggers psychological reactance—the tendency to resist when autonomy feels threatened. 00:12:00 — Pursuing FI signals more than personal choices. It implies judgment about others' decisions. If you're pursuing work-optional status at 40, you're indirectly questioning why someone else plans to work until 67. That's why seemingly rational discussions about savings rates become emotionally charged. 00:18:00 — Five common mistakes guarantee FI conversations will fail: Leading with numbers instead of values Using community jargon ("4% rule," "coast FI") with outsiders Framing as "early retirement" rather than "work optional" Presenting FI as a done deal instead of a mutual exploration Evangelizing instead of listening The Communication Framework That Actually Works 00:28:00 — Start values-based conversations by asking open-ended questions: "If you woke up without work or money worries, what would your perfect Tuesday look like?" This explores shared desires without triggering resistance. People generate their own reasons for change—which proves far more persuasive than any argument you present. 00:35:00 — The elicit-provide-elicit framework from motivational interviewing: Elicit: Ask questions to understand their perspective first Provide: Share relevant information only after listening Elicit: Get their response to create dialogue, not lecture Instead of: "We should save 50% of our income to retire by 40." Try: "What does financial security mean to you? ... I've been reading about building flexibility into our careers. What aspects of that appeal to you?" 00:43:00 — Validation acknowledges concerns without requiring agreement. When your partner worries about market crashes, don't counter with historical data. Say: "I hear you're concerned about losing everything in a downturn. That's a legitimate worry worth addressing." Then explore solutions together. 00:50:00 — Regular money dates reduce emotional charge. Schedule monthly 30-minute check-ins specifically about finances. Make them pleasant—coffee shop, weekend morning, whatever feels special. Low-stakes repetition normalizes these conversations. When One Partner Resists FI 00:56:00 — First understand the resistance. What do they feel they're losing? Status from career advancement? Daily structure? Social connections? Address the emotional concern behind the objection. Start with minimal commitments rather than aggressive savings rates. Instead of "let's save 60% of income," try "what if we saved an extra $100 this month?" Build momentum through small wins that don't trigger reactance. 01:02:00 — The four essential communication skills: Open-ended questions (who, what, where, when, why, how) Affirmations (recognizing strengths and efforts) Reflections (repeating back what you heard) Summaries (pulling together themes from the conversation) Notable Quotes Jasper Lee: "You cannot beat an emotional objection with a logical argument." Jasper Lee: "When we talk about money, we're not really talking about money. We're talking about security, social status, control, your self-worth, love." Jasper Lee: "People are always more persuaded by arguments they generate themselves than by arguments you present to them." Brad Barrett: "The journey to FI is probably about ninety percent psychological and maybe only five percent to ten percent about the actual mechanics of money." Jas…
Warum suchen manche Menschen ständig den nächsten Kick, während andere vor allem in emotionalen Momenten Entscheidungen treffen, die sie später bereuen? In dieser Folge von Betreutes Fühlen schauen Leon und Atze auf die vielen Gesichter der Impulsivität: Sensation Seeking, emotionale Impulse und die Frage, warum manche Menschen besser innehalten können als andere. Eine Folge über die Kunst, sich manchmal treiben zu lassen – und manchmal besser nicht. 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/ Quellen Berg, J. M., Latzman, R. D., Bliwise, N. G., & Lilienfeld, S. O. (2015). Parsing the heterogeneity of impulsivity: A meta-analytic review of the behavioral implications of the UPPS for psychopathology. Psychological Assessment, 27(4), 1129–1146. https://doi.org/10.1037/pas0000111 Chase, H. W., & Ghane, M. (2023). Seeking pleasure, finding trouble: Functions and dysfunctions of trait sensation seeking. Current Addiction Reports, 10(2), 140–148. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40429-023-00484-5 Fisher-Fox, L., Prestigiacomo, C. J., & Cyders, M. A. (2024). Urgency theory in the context of broader emotion theories: A conceptual review. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 15, Article 1403639. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2024.1403639 Mallard, T. T., Tubbs, J. D., Jennings, M., Zhang, Y., Gustavson, D. E., Grotzinger, A. D., … Sanchez-Roige, S. (2026). Characterizing the pleiotropic architecture of impulsivity and its links to psychopathology and neurodevelopment. American Journal of Psychiatry, 183(1), 31–47. https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ajp.20240382 Maples-Keller, J. L., Berke, D. S., Few, L. R., & Miller, J. D. (2016). A review of sensation seeking and its empirical correlates: Dark, bright, and neutral hues. https://doi.org/10.1037/14854-008 McCabe, C. J., Louie, K. A., & King, K. M. (2015). Premeditation moderates the relation between sensation seeking and risky substance use among young adults. Psychology of Addictive Behaviors, 29(3), 753–761. https://doi.org/10.1037/adb0000075 Psychology Today. (2000, November). Are you a risk taker? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200011/are-you-a-risk-taker Reuters. (2026, July 1). Two people unfurl peace banner from New York's Empire State Building spire. https://www.reuters.com/world/two-people-unfurl-peace-banner-new-yorks-empire-state-building-spire-2026-07-01 Sperry, S. H., Lynam, D. R., Walsh, M. A., Horton, L. E., & Kwapil, T. R. (2016). Examining the multidimensional structure of impulsivity in daily life. Personality and Individual Differences, 94, 153–158. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.paid.2016.01.018 The Guardian. (2024, July 16). Skywalkers: A Love Story review. https://www.theguardian.com/film/article/2024/jul/16/skywalkers-a-love-story-review Verma, A. K., & Chivukula, U. (2023). The effect of affect, sensation seeking, and premeditation on risky decision-making: Conditional process analysis. PLOS ONE, 18(2), e0281324. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0281324 Wormington, B., Imms, P., & Derks, E. M. (2026). To lump or not to lump: Evidence for impulsivity as a multidimensional construct. American Journal of Psychiatry, 183(1), 4–6. https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ajp.20240382 Wüllhorst, V., Lützkendorf, J., & Endrass, T. (2024). Validation of the German long and short versions of the UPPS-P Impulsive Behavior Scale. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 80(10), 2099–2116. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.23724 Reaktion: Julia Ditzer Produktion: Murmel Productions
Lesson Summary Jesus launches His ministry with demonstrations of authority and power. This is Part II of a two-part teaching series on Mark 1:14-45. This lesson is focused on our first division: The Servant’s Power (1:29-45). References Focus Passage: Mark 1:29-45 Watch the Video of this Lesson on YouTube The Validation of the Servant – Part I Watch the Video of this Lesson Here (Rumble) Outline and Lesson Goal Principles and Applications Conclusion Mark: Date, Audience, and Theme Credits Music: How Deep the Father’s Love for Us by Stuart Townsend Performed by Stacey Figueroa
Stop relying on a survival loop and shift into a growth mindset. Your guide to ventral pivoting and nervous system sovereignty is one click away.Check out The Accessible Guide to Your Sovereign Blueprint: Nervous System Sovereignty & Conscious Self-Leadership - https://payhip.com/b/NJXhONot ready for the guide, check out the FREE Executive Summary here: https://payhip.com/b/VtK7kGet Your Sovereign Blueprint: Claim your intellectual and emotional sovereignty with this comprehensive, self-directed guide. https://payhip.com/b/jOSFYNot ready for the guide, check out the FREE Executive Summary here: https://payhip.com/b/RBz2XThe Regulated Leader - Expand Your Inner Growth Journey: Master emotional resilience and steady your nervous system fluency with the complete digital guide. https://payhip.com/b/rOUPzDownload the Free 10-Minute Mindset Practice: Shift your state and anchor your body into clarity and ventral safety under pressure. https://payhip.com/b/7PdoGYou are not your activated state: When emotions feel true self-leaders move from reactivity to steadiness. Check out the new daily steady living bundle (1 day mindset practice + 15 journal prompts)
This is a landmark day for peptides! I recorded this at 6 AM the morning between day one and day two of the FDA's Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee (PCAC) meeting, and I'm breaking down exactly what happened, why it matters, and what it means for you depending on where you live. On day one, the committee voted YES on all four peptides they reviewed: BPC-157, TB-500, KPV, and MOTS-c. This went against the FDA scientists' own recommendation. There was an audible gasp in the room. Today they're voting on DSIP, Epitalon, and Semax, and I expect all three to pass too. If you'd like to work with me one-on-one, you can book a free call here. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome + why this is a landmark peptide moment 04:50 What the FDA PCAC panel voted on and why it shocked everyone 08:00 Peptides have a champion at the very top (RFK Jr.) + the $2.2B opportunity 10:00 Why this is a win. Safety through legitimacy, licensed compounding pharmacies, real quality standards 13:50 Why national validation matters, and what this means if you're already using peptides 17:30 BPC-157. The recovery superstar. Doses, cycles, uses 20:35 TB-500. The recovery partner. The Wolverine stack with BPC-157 22:00 KPV. The anti-inflammatory gem for gut and skin 23:10 MOTS-c. Exercise mimetic, metabolic and mitochondrial support 25:35 What's on the vote today. DSIP for sleep, Epitalon for longevity, Semax for focus 27:30 Free base vs acetate. What you need to know 28:35 What this means for women. Why our physiology needs its own research 30:55 The future. Nothing is fully legal yet. The FDA still gets the final vote 33:35 The gray market will shrink but not dissolve 34:30 If you don't have a doctor. How the US telehealth model will work 35:20 What this means for Canadians and global listeners 37:00 Peptides are here to stay. The cultural moment already happened 38:15 Work with me one-on-one + my vetted peptide sources Resources: My free, trusted Peptide Source Guide. My vetted global peptide companies. Work with me one-on-one. The Her Stack Planner (digital, physical version coming soon). Join The LongHer Life Longevity Community. Let's connect: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music. This is for educational purposes only. This is not medical advice.
Ep 293 Peacewarts: Resonant Charms - The Ask Behind the Mask (Class 10) In class 10, we study "The Ask Behind the Mask," focusing on the five primary needs hidden by aggression: safety, dignity, belonging, control, and grief. We explore real-world cases from Detroit union lines to Oslo transit disputes to show how "mis-filed requests" can be translated into shared values. We provide micro-practices like the "Protective Question" and the "Dignity Prefix." Homework: Look up the CNVC Needs List and identify which of the "five asks" resonates with you today. Write down one question about any of this episode's topics. If you don't have a question, write 'no question.' Optional: Journal about translating an aggressive comment using the "Protective Question." Books: If you'd like to read more on this subject, some book suggestions are Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg, which serves as the definitive manual on looking past aggressive masks to identify unmet universal human needs through actionable communication practices, and High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out by Amanda Ripley, an insightful examination of how people get stuck in toxic conflict loops that highlights the specific tool of looping as a powerful validation micro-practice to break out. Learning Topics: The Five Asks (Safety, Dignity, Belonging, Control, Grief); Validation vs. Agreement; The Detroit Union Case; The Oslo Bus Driver Case; The Protective Question; The Dignity Prefix. Join the Community / Get the Books:AvisKalfsbeek.com Podcast Music: Javier Peke Rodriguez “I am late, madame Curie”https://javierpekerodriguez.bandcamp.com/
The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this companion episode to the Global Best Practices' Internal Audit Upskilling for Critical AI Capabilities, Bryant Richards talks with Nancy Hom about how internal audit teams can build AI skills with intention, confidence, and discipline. Hom shares how her department has moved from broad AI awareness to practical, immersive learning that helps auditors both use AI in their work and audit it effectively. The conversation covers mindset, skill set, and tool set, along with real-world use cases, adoption challenges, human oversight, and why AI fluency may become a key differentiator for the future auditor HOST: Bryant Richards, CIA, CRMA, CMA, PhD Partner, Ucran & Company, LLC Associate Professor, Nichols College GUEST: Nancy Hom, CISA Vice President, Data, Analytics and AI, MetLife Global Audit KEY POINTS: Introduction [00:00-00:00:42] From AI Awareness to Immersive Learning [00:00:43-00:02:29] Mindset, Skill Set, and Tool Set [00:02:30-00:04:43] Building and Measuring an AI Learning Program [00:04:44-00:07:41] Defining Appropriate Tasks and Maintaining Human Oversight [00:07:42-00:09:38] Choosing AI Tools and Scaling the Audit Workflow [00:09:39-00:13:15] Communication, Delegation, and Validation [00:13:16-00:16:20] Using an AI Chatbot to Improve Issue Writing [00:16:21-00:19:26] Keeping Pace With Changing Tools and Learning Needs [00:19:27-00:22:20] Driving AI Adoption Across the Department [00:22:21-00:24:34] Maintaining Skepticism, Judgment, and Accountability [00:24:35-00:28:23] Expanding Internal Audit's Advisory Role [00:28:24-00:31:33] Hiring and Developing AI-Fluent Auditors [00:31:34-00:33:34] Final Thoughts [00:33:35-00:34:07] Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more. IIA RELATED CONTENT: Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources: Global Best Practices: Internal Audit Upskilling for Critical AI Capabilities Global Internal Audit Standards Vison 2035 Knowledge Center: Artificial Intelligence Follow All Things Internal Audit: Apple Podcasts Spotify Libsyn Deezer
In the most recent episode of the Derm Dispatch video series, host Renata Block, DMSCc, MMS, PA-C, a Chicago-based physician assistant, interviewed Kelly Barta, the president and executive director of the International Topical Steroid Awareness Network (ITSAN), to discuss the new ICD-10 code for topical steroid withdrawal and ITSAN's patient registry. The ICD-10 code for TSW went through 3 formal reviews with the CDC and a split board vote before receiving final approval, with support from the American Academy of Dermatology. Barta said the designation gives patients a formal diagnosis within the health system for the first time and allows researchers to begin capturing incidence and prevalence data.
Therapuss host Jake Shane joins the show. Over prosciutto and pasta, Jake tells me about going viral on TikTok seemingly overnight, the supportive celebs who helped his showTherapuss (now on Netflix!) succeed and we get into anxiety, people-pleasing and coping with online criticism. This episode was recorded at Sogno Toscano in Santa Monica, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Better, More Enjoyable Way to Build Your MarriageTrying to improve a marriage can become exhausting when pressure, repeated problem talks, and attempts to force progress only create more distance. Coach Jack explains how to replace those reactions with a step-by-step approach that makes relationship building calmer, more effective, and more enjoyable.What You'll LearnHow to begin at your spouse's current emotional level instead of pushing for premature commitmentHow to identify and replace behaviors that quietly damage connectionHow validation can help rebuild comfort, trust, and closenessHow attraction, independence, and healthy boundaries support a stronger marriageWant to Work With Coach Jack?The Re-Connections Coaching Package helps clients identify unhelpful relationship patterns, choose more effective behaviors, and rebuild connection through practical, manageable steps. Coach Jack works with clients to make the marriage-building process clearer, healthier, and less focused on pressure or pursuit.Key TakeawaysStart where your spouse is emotionally.Small, consistent steps build trust.Repeated problem discussions can increase distance.Validation helps a spouse feel understood and accepted.Healthy boundaries reduce resentment and ongoing conflict.Additional ResourcesOvercome Neediness and Get the Love You Want, by Jack Ito PhDRe-Connections Coaching PackageFree Downloads for helping your spouse to enjoy talking with you againWork one-on-one with Coach Jack to repair your relationship using small, easy steps that rebuild connection quickly. Visit CoachJackIto.com to learn more about relationship coaching.
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Why Men Cheat: The Truth Women Need to HearWhy men cheat is one of the hardest relationship questions to talk about honestly, especially when love, status, attraction, and trust all collide. John and Echo get real about whether successful men are more likely to cheat, why some women stay, and what actually creates safety in a relationship.This episode digs into the messy psychology behind cheating, male temptation, female validation, status, self-respect, and what it means for a woman to be a man's support without losing herself. John brings the blunt male perspective, while Echo pushes back on the “that's just how men are” excuse and challenges both men and women to do better.In This EpisodeWhy cheating can destroy trust even when a man claims he still loves his partnerHow status, money, and validation can affect attraction in uncomfortable waysWhy some women stay with men who cheat, and why that dynamic is not real securityWhat John means by a woman being a man's “rocket fuel”Why respect, support, and trust can strengthen a man's commitmentWhy men still have responsibility for self-control, discipline, and honestyHow subtractive attraction creates fear, insecurity, and unstable relationshipsWhy both men and women need to understand biology without using it as an excuseTimestamps0:00 — Dream Crushing Part Two3:20 — Relationships That Override Biology5:36 — Can Women Feel Safe With Men?8:54 — What Successful Men Are Missing14:22 — Being His Rocket Fuel After Betrayal18:21 — Respect, Frog Farming, And Jaded Women21:42 — The Protection Instinct In Men27:45 — Why Men Should Leave Instead Of Cheat31:03 — How Men Separate Love And Sex38:38 — Cheating, Validation, And Self-Respect48:27 — Biology Versus Love1:09:49 — Understanding Patterns Without Accepting ThemConnect
David Smith explains his book “Wokicide,” arguing that “woke” (critical social justice theory rooted in critical theory and postmodernism) persists in universities and schools because education lacks quality control, not because of politics. He proposes applying ISO 9001 and HACCP-style quality assurance to K–12 and universities: validated curriculum specifications, independent expert panels, hazard analysis, audits (scheduled and targeted), corrective action, and continuous improvement. A central Workplace Improvement Notice (WIN) system would let staff and even parents file tracked complaints with guaranteed responses, replacing DEI/unconscious-bias training with “deprogramming” modules and prioritizing evidence and accountability. Smith says QA would stop unvalidated ideological drift and is affordable by redirecting existing DEI-related spending.00:00 Intro and Two-Part Talk00:58 Why Woke Persists01:30 Education Lacks QA02:10 Validation Over Ideology04:53 Defining Woke Origins06:35 From Civil Rights to Overreach07:43 Flawed Woke Reasoning10:02 How Woke Spreads11:16 Equity Outcomes and Activism13:33 Deconstruction Playbook17:50 Woke Hall of Fame21:39 Perfect Storm in Education25:42 QA Solution Framework27:41 ISO 9001 and HACCP29:42 Authority and Adoption30:55 Four Phases Implementation33:35 Validation and Hazard Analysis34:47 Audits Monitoring Corrective Action37:09 Aggressive Feedback Loops39:05 WIN Notice Explained41:41 Curriculum Content Validation43:12 Audits in K-12 Schools44:53 K-12 QA Wrap Up45:47 Universities as the Source47:29 University Validation Hurdles50:30 University Auditing Red Flags51:58 Objections and Pushback57:12 Failure Modes and Fixes59:39 Cost and Staffing Reality01:02:08 Closing Q&A and Next StepsAmazon Kindle version: Wokicide: Pest Control for Education: https://a.co/d/0d0YeApM========Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summariesMy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tomanelson1
If you are considering launching an online course, today's encore is for you! I've learned a lot as a course creator, and I'm sharing an honest look at my biggest lessons learned and what I would tell anyone on this course creation path. You'll Learn: 5 things I want to share about launching an online course:Focus on what you already know and love to teach. (Stay within your niche!)Hear my thoughts on course creation and AI.Start small and build slowly. (Think about your “value ladder.”)Think about recurring offers related to your course.Validation is non-negotiable. (Validate your course idea before you proceed.)Download the free Course Creator Starter Kit. Embrace the tech, but don't let it overwhelm you. Start with “good enough,” and upgrade your sound, lighting, and camera when you can.Hear my recommendations for basic tech for someone just starting out in course creation. Take a “defaulting to action” perspective rather than waiting for perfectionism. Build your audience early.Don't wait until your course launch to build your email list.Use social media and discovery platforms. --Ready to launch (or grow) your online course?Haven is our membership for therapists who want to turn their expertise into sustainable online income through courses, content, and simple systems that actually work.You'll get access to trainings, live accelerators, and a community that supports you every step of the way.Get on the waitlist: sellingthecouch.com/haven
For many of us, validating your child's feelings can lead to a child getting even more upset. Validation isn't necessarily wrong... but for many sensitive children, it isn't what they're actually looking for. I'll explain why "naming emotions" often increases Yuck, and what children really need instead. In this episode, you'll hear: • Why validation can unintentionally make some sensitive children feel more alone • The one word many parents add that completely changes the message they're sending • A simple shift that helps your child feel truly understood so they can process their Yuck more easily -- FREE RESOURCE: Does your child have a narrow zone of tolerance? Talk to Rachel about getting support
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Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!!No Money, No Problem: The Step-by-Step Framework for Finding a Technical Co-Founder Using ValidationEpisode Summary: You have the idea. You have the drive. You have absolutely zero cash for salaries. So how do you find the brilliant technical partner who can actually build the thing — and convince them to join you? In this episode of Business Conversations with Pi and Piette 2.0, PI and Piette tackle one of the most dangerous and high-stakes challenges in entrepreneurship, driven by a real listener question from tuepodcast.net/askpi.Drawing from Harvard Business School research, Y Combinator strategy, Mike Moyer's Slicing Pie model, Dan Martell's co-founder playbook, and startup employment law, this episode delivers the exact blueprint for building a technical team when cash isn't an option — and reveals why that constraint might actually be your greatest advantage.What You'll Learn:Why 65% of startups die because founders hate each other — not because they ran out of moneyWhy you probably don't need a developer yet — and the no-code trap most founders fall intoHow to build leverage before you pitch anyone using no-code validation toolsWhere to find technical co-founders beyond your immediate networkThe 90-day rule that forces a decision and prevents analysis paralysisHow to vet a developer when you don't know a single line of codeDan Martell's "10-hour weekend test" and what friction response revealsWhy a 50/50 equity split on day one is called the "quick handshake penalty" — and how it kills valuationsHow Mike Moyer's Slicing Pie dynamic equity model works with multipliersThe employment law trap that can destroy your company before it startsWhat a four-year vesting schedule and one-year cliff actually mean — and why they protect everyoneTimestamps:[00:00:00] – Introduction & The Listener Question[00:01:00] – The Harvard Study: 65% of Startups Die Because Founders Hate Each Other[00:02:30] – Why Co-Founded Startups See 163% More Valuation Growth[00:03:30] – Do You Actually Need a Developer Right Now?[00:04:00] – No-Code First: Webflow, Airtable, Bubble — Validate Before You Build[00:04:30] – Dan Martell's Filter: Why Top Developers Ignore Idea Guys[00:05:30] – How to Show Up With Leverage, Not a Pitch[00:06:00] – Where to Find Technical Co-Founders: Start Closer Than You Think[00:06:30] – Michael Seibel's Strategy: Make a Real Offer, Not a Favor[00:07:00] – Friends vs. Strangers: The Surprising Data on Who Makes Better Co-Founders[00:08:30] – Co-Founder Matching Platforms: YC Cofounder Match & Start2Pitch Explained[00:09:30] – The 90-Day Rule: Set a Hard Deadline or Fall Into Analysis Paralysis[00:10:30] – How to Pitch Vision When You Have No Cash[00:11:30] – How to Vet a Developer When You Can't Code[00:12:30] – Dan Martell's 10-Hour Weekend Test & the Friction Response Framework[00:13:30] – The Equity Conversation: Why 50/50 Is a Trap[00:14:30] – Noam Wasserman's Quick Handshake Penalty & Investor Red Flags[00:15:30] – Mike Moyer's Slicing Pie: Dynamic Equity With 1X and 2X Multipliers[00:17:30] – The Employment Law Trap: Can You Legally Pay People Only in Equity?[00:19:00] – Contractors vs. Employees: The Classification That Could Destroy Your Company[00:19:30] – Vesting Schedules & the One-Year Cliff Explained[00:21:00] – The Full Playbook Summary[00:22:00] – The Mind-Bending Final Question: Do You Even Need VC Money?[00:23:00] – Submit Your Question & Wrap-UpPlatforms & Resources Mentioned:
Over the past weeks, we've explored the six core human needs and the shadows they create when they unconsciously drive our lives and leadership.We began with the need for certainty, which often becomes the need for control. We explored the need for variety and how it can create instability. We looked at significance, our desire to be seen and recognized, and at love and connection, where over-giving and people-pleasing often emerge. Finally, we reflected on the need for growth and how the pursuit of constant evolution can become exhausting when it never allows space for integration.Today, I want to close this series with the sixth and final need:The need for contribution.In many ways, I see this as the most mature of the six human needs.But it is also the easiest one to confuse with the others.What Is the Need for Contribution?The need for contribution is the desire to create meaningful impact beyond yourself.It is the desire to give back.To leave something better than you found it.To use your skills, experience, and life for something larger than your own success.Many people describe contribution as the highest expression of purpose.Yet there is an important question we rarely ask ourselves:From which place are we contributing?Because contribution can easily become another disguise for an unmet human need.Are you contributing because you need recognition?Then perhaps significance is still driving your actions.Are you contributing because helping others allows you to belong?Perhaps the need for love and connection is underneath.Are you contributing because it helps you learn and evolve?Perhaps growth is still leading the way.Contribution itself is not enough.The intention behind it matters.When Giving Is Another Way of ReceivingOne of the biggest lessons I've learned is that many of us give because, unconsciously, we hope to receive something in return.Recognition.Validation.Love.Belonging.Security.There is nothing wrong with these needs, they are deeply human.The invitation is simply to become aware of them.Healthy contribution begins when the act of giving is complete in itself.When giving is already fulfilling.When nothing needs to come back for the contribution to have meaning.That, for me, is where contribution becomes truly free.The Shadow of ContributionLike every human need, contribution also has its shadow.One of the most common expressions I see—particularly in women leaders—is over-giving.Helping everyone.Always being available.Giving expertise away for free.Putting others first.Feeling guilty for receiving.The intention is beautiful.But over time, it becomes unsustainable.Because contribution without receiving eventually creates depletion.Everything in nature exists in relationship.Breathing in. Breathing out.Giving. Receiving.Neither can exist without the other.One question worth reflecting on is:How comfortable are you receiving?Can you receive money without guilt?Can you receive appreciation without minimizing it? Say ‘Thank you'.Can you receive support without feeling indebted?Many people who love to contribute discover that receiving is actually much harder than giving.And yet both are necessary.My Own ShiftWhen I look back on my own career, I can clearly see how this need evolved over time.For many years, I worked in the gaming industry.I loved the creativity.I loved the innovation.I loved building teams and creating products that reached millions of people.I also received a great deal in return.Meaningful work.Recognition.Financial security.Growth.But eventually, a deeper question emerged.What am I contributing to?The games we created generated engagement, screen time, and significant revenue.From a business perspective, they were successful.But I also knew who some of our players were.I knew stories of people spending thousands of euros in games.People whose behavior resembled addiction more than entertainment.And I had to ask myself:Is this the impact I want to have?That question changed everything.It wasn't a judgment of the industry.It was an honest reflection on my own values.I realized that my deepest need was no longer growth.Or recognition.Or achievement.It had become contribution.That realization eventually led me toward coaching.Toward conscious leadership.Toward creating spaces where leaders examine not only what they build, but the impact they create on the people around them.When Contribution Becomes a Different QuestionAt some point in life, many people reach a quiet transition.They've achieved.They've grown.They've accumulated experience.And the question changes.Instead of asking:“How can I become more successful?”They begin asking:“What do I want to leave behind?”Contribution is no longer about building something bigger.It becomes about building something meaningful.For me, that has become the work.Helping leaders move from fear to love.From leading through control, ego, and survival...To leading from awareness, integrity, and the heart.That doesn't happen through strategy alone.It requires inner work.Because the quality of what we contribute will always reflect the quality of the place we are contributing from.Looking Back at the Six Human NeedsAs we close this series, I invite you to reflect on all six human needs.* Where do you seek certainty and control?* Where do you constantly chase novelty?* Where do you need recognition?* Where do you sacrifice yourself to maintain connection?* Where do you push yourself to keep growing?* And finally…How do all of these needs shape the way you contribute to the world?Every need is valid.Every need has a shadow.The goal is never to eliminate these needs.The goal is to become aware of them.Because awareness is where freedom begins.Reflection QuestionsTake some time to journal with these questions:* Which of the six human needs drives most of your decisions today?* When you contribute, what are you hoping to receive in return?* How comfortable are you with receiving?* What impact are you truly creating through your work?* If recognition, money, and status disappeared, would you still choose the same path?Closing ReflectionFor me, contribution is not about saving the world.It is about bringing more consciousness into it.Helping people move from fear to love.From unconscious patterns to awareness.From reacting to choosing.If this series has taught us anything, it is that our shadows are not something to eliminate.They are invitations.Invitations to understand ourselves more deeply.Because once we understand what has been driving us, we finally become free to choose a different way of leading, living, and contributing.And perhaps that is the greatest contribution any of us can make.Thanks for reading Rise and Play! 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Show Notes: Shankar Ananth shares his background, mentioning his nine years of consulting experience, highlighting his experience at McKinsey and Bain, and his role in building the new app, Micro-Casing. Bridging the Gap in Case Interview Preparation Shankar explains the gap in case interview preparation methods, which led him to create Micro-Casing. He also mentions his eight years of experience as a case coach and the usefulness of the app for students. He discusses the target audience of the app, which includes consulting candidates and those looking to improve their consulting thinking. Micro-Casing - Your Case Partner Reimagined Shankar explains the homepage of the app, where users can log in through Google or Apple. Quick start guide The app is designed as a decision-making tool with a multi-choice game-like interface to mimic case interviews. Categories Users can choose from various categories like market entry, growth strategy, profitability, market size, or M&A. Avoiding AI Hallucinations Shankar explains the gameplay, where users can pick a category, race the clock, and solve timed cases with two attempts. The app includes a feature where incorrect answers lead to rabbit holes, similar to real-life case interviews. The scoring system involves penalties for viewing hints and entering rabbit holes. Shankar highlights the app's manual case creation process to avoid AI hallucinations, ensuring the cases are accurate. Mock Case Interviews Demonstration The app's growth strategy category is described, showing the available cases and their status (completed or not started). Coaches Shankar explains the optional feature of selecting a sidekick or coach, which provides tips during the case. Growth Dilemma They start a case called "ShopSphere's Growth Dilemma," where a case prompt is read and the process of solving the problem begins. Case Profitability The Summary Page Shankar explains the summary page, which shows the case details, difficulty, pass score, and performance metrics. Case results and performance review The summary page includes a growth category readiness score and an overall readiness score, indicating progress and areas for improvement. He explores the view of all hints feature, which provides detailed feedback on each question. The Quality Control System Shankar discusses the process of creating and validating cases, involving AI-driven reviews and manual checks by experienced case coaches. The app currently has over 60 cases across various categories, ensuring rigorous quality control. Shankar mentions the potential for users to disagree with answers, which will be tracked for future improvements. The app aims to provide a comprehensive and accurate case preparation experience. The Leaderboard Feature Will and Shankar discuss the leaderboard feature, which allows users to compare their progress with others. The leaderboard is based on overall category readiness and overall readiness scores, calculated using various metrics. Shankar explains the option for colleges and consulting clubs to create their own leaderboards and case competitions within the app. The app supports private quizzing clubs, allowing organizations to upload and co-create cases for exclusive use. Shankar shares his experience as a case coach, starting from word-of-mouth referrals and eventually joining platforms to offer his services. Case Practice for Consultants He highlights the importance of case practice for consulting candidates, noting that it can take months to prepare. Shankar offers listeners of the podcast two months of free access to the entire app, providing an opportunity to try it out. Timestamps: 03:07: Overview of Micro-Casing App 06:29: Gameplay and Scoring Mechanism 10:03: Detailed Walkthrough of the App 13:54: Evaluation and Feedback 16:59: Creation and Validation of Cases 20:14: Leaderboard and Customization Features Links: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/micro-casing/id6754453873 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microcasing.dev&pcampaignid=web_share Special link / discount code for the general audience for a free 2 months: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=offercodes&id=6754453873&code=2MOTS Android:Use the code 'Umbrex' at checkout, not within the app Special link / discount code for participants in the Umbrex Consulting Fellowship for a free 3 months: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/redeem?ctx=offercodes&id=6754453873&code=UMB200 Android:Use the code 'UmbrexCore' at checkout, not within the app This episode on Umbrex: https://umbrex.com/unleashed/episode-654-shankar-ananth-micro-casing-a-gamified-way-to-practice-case-interviews/ Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. Learn more at www.umbrex.com. *AI generated timestamps and show notes.
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Something feels off—but what if you're wrong about what you're feeling? Self-validation is the practice of naming what is true about your experience without dismissing it, or demanding that you immediately know what to do next. It can quiet anxious spiraling, calm self-doubt, and help your nervous system settle enough to find clarity. In this solo episode, therapist Danielle Ireland explores why we so often question our own feelings, how unanswerable "why" questions intensify anxiety, and why saying "I don't know" can be more grounding than forcing certainty you don't yet have. You don't need to prove that your feelings are reasonable before you acknowledge that they are real. Sometimes the most stabilizing thing you can say is simply: This is hard. This is what I feel. This is what I know right now. In This Episode You'll learn: What self-validation is—and what it is not Why acknowledging your feelings does not mean agreeing with every thought How anxious "why" questions create more uncertainty instead of clarity Why "I don't know" can be an emotionally grounding answer How naming the truth of your experience can calm your nervous system A simple practice for moving from spiraling to greater self-trust Three Practical Takeaways 1. Name the experience before trying to solve it You don't have to know what happens next before you can acknowledge what is happening now. Try: "I feel scared." "This is disappointing." "I don't know what to do yet." A truthful statement with a period can be more regulating than another question your mind cannot answer. 2. Replace unanswerable questions with what you know Instead of repeatedly asking: "Why did this happen?" "Why haven't they called?" "What if I made the wrong choice?" Pause and ask: What do I know right now? You may know that you made the best decision you could. You may know you are breathing. You may only know that you do not know yet. That is still somewhere solid to begin. 3. Let your experience be real without making it anyone else's responsibility Validation means recognizing that your feelings make sense within your experience. It does not mean someone else must agree with you. It does not mean you know the entire truth of the situation. And it does not mean your feelings get to make every decision. It means your experience belongs in the conversation too. The Clip Moment "The truth, no matter how hard, is the right kind of hard—and arguably more certain and more settling than any beautifully told half-truth." The Heart of This Conversation The hardest part is not always the feeling itself. Sometimes it's the fear that you are not allowed to trust it. Self-validation helps you stop fighting for permission to have your own experience. It gives you a place to stand before you know what to do next. Pull-Over-the-Car Insight Your body responds to truth. You may still have work to do after admitting what is real. But clarity often begins the moment you stop negotiating with your own experience. Reflection Question What is true about this for you—even if you do not yet know what to do with that truth? Take a breath before answering. And if the answer is: "I don't know." Try following it with: "What do I know?" A Gentle Next Step If this episode helped you put language to something you have quietly been carrying, share it with someone who may need permission to believe their own experience too. Follow or subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss a new conversation. And if the show has helped you feel more understood, leaving a rating or review is one of the most generous ways you can help another high-functioning human with big feelings find their way here. Listen, Connect, and Explore Website: https://danielleireland.com/ Substack: https://danielleireland.substack.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DontCutYourOwnBangs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontcutyourownbangs The Treasured Journal: https://danielleireland.com/journal Wrestling a Walrus: https://danielleireland.com/wrestling-a-walrus Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VFZulonTvaa2HIPyJa4Tq Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-cut-your-own-bangs/id1427579922 Before you go. If this conversation helped you feel a little clearer or a little less alone, follow Don't Cut Your Own Bangs wherever you listen. It makes sure you never miss an episode, and it helps more high-functioning humans with big feelings find these conversations too.
Every parent has wondered:Is this just a phase... or is my child struggling?When anxiety, meltdowns, OCD, or big emotions show up, it's easy to mistake them for bad behavior. But what if your child isn't trying to give you a hard time... they're having a hard time?Clinical psychologist Dr. Kendra Read joins Rebecca Greene to explain what anxiety really looks like in children and teens, why reassurance isn't always the answer, and the simple parenting shifts that help kids build confidence instead of fear.Parents want to fix their children's struggles, but sometimes our best intentions accidentally keep anxiety growing.Dr. Kendra Read shares practical, evidence-based strategies that help parents respond differently to anxiety, OCD, emotional outbursts, and everyday stress. From validating emotions without reinforcing fear to understanding meltdowns and recognizing when it's time to seek additional support, this conversation offers hope, clarity, and actionable tools every family can use.3 Key TakeawaysAnxiety is not bad behavior. Children often need understanding before correction.Validation and confidence work together. Let your child know you understand their feelings while also believing they can handle hard things.Praise bravery, not perfection. Small courageous steps build resilience that lasts a lifetime.Parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual, and none of us gets it right every time. The good news is that children are incredibly resilient, and small changes in how we respond can make a lasting difference. This episode will leave you feeling more confident, more hopeful, and better equipped to support your child through life's biggest emotions.
Gabriella Tranchina is the creator and host of Gabriella Rebranded, a spiritual podcast about healing after trauma, brain injury recovery, and spiritual growth told with honesty and dark humor.After surviving a 3.5-week coma, brain surgery, and multiple fractures from being struck by a car, Gabriella reframed her life around resilience, spirituality, and joy — even in the face of adversity. Her work promotes trauma healing, disability advocacy, and personal transformation, inviting listeners to reconnect with meaning, positive energy, and their own stories of survival.Headings + URLs from the site:Gabriella Rebranded – Home/About — https://www.gabriellarebranded.com/Gabriella Rebranded – Contact — https://www.gabriellarebranded.com/contact/Gabriella Rebranded – Podcast (Buzzsprout page) — https://www.buzzsprout.com/2426042Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.---Thank you for listening!If you want to support the show, I've got three options and every bit helps.$5.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NPKS32G8KVSN2$10.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/495AMDFXQFC3L$15.00 PayPalhttps://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/M7V5RREUKVD8JThank you to our Sponsors: Jane App - use code GUY1MO at https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/ngvcwcxqt2jx-4afv8i (https://jane.app/book_a_demo)Rebound - https://hellorebound.com/ttBeducated - Complete the quiz for one month free https://beduc.at/pd2629-traumatherapist
Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this heartfelt episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Jody Zarn, an inspiring author, corporate trainer, and TDX speaker dedicated to promoting empathy and mental health through the power of human connection. Jody shares her transformative friendship with Leroy, a homeless man whose story challenges our perceptions of homelessness and highlights the importance of seeing the person beyond the label.Listeners will be captivated by Jody's journey, beginning with a simple act of kindness that blossomed into a meaningful relationship. She recounts how their daily interactions not only provided Leroy with companionship but also offered him a sense of dignity and validation during his struggles. Jody emphasizes the profound impact that small gestures can have on someone's life, reinforcing the idea that everyone deserves to be seen and valued.Throughout the episode, Jody reflects on the lessons learned from her friendship with Leroy, including the misconceptions surrounding mental health and homelessness. She encourages listeners to embrace empathy and curiosity in their interactions, particularly in the workplace, where human connection can significantly improve corporate culture and productivity.Join us for an inspiring conversation that reminds us of the importance of kindness, understanding, and the shared humanity that connects us all. Jody also discusses her upcoming projects, including her book, *Higher Power Betty and the Homeless Man Who Changed My Life*, and her aspirations to become a motivational speaker, spreading her message of hope and compassion.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The power of small acts of kindness in transforming lives- Insights into the realities of homelessness and mental health- The significance of empathy in personal and professional relationships- How to foster a positive workplace culture through understanding- Jody's journey of writing her book and her future speaking engagementsFor more information on Jody Zorn and her work, visit her website at jodyzarn.com and find her book on Amazon Worldwide.Support the show
You chose this field for a reason. Do you remember what it was?In this final episode of the summer series, Dr. Nicole gets personal. She shares the story of how she fell in love with human resources — and how years of overachieving, overperforming, and chasing external validation quietly stole the joy that brought her to the work in the first place. And how she got it back.This episode is not about working less or caring less. It is about reconnecting with the reason you started — and understanding why joy is not a luxury. It is one of the most powerful leadership assets you have.Resources mentioned:
In this episode of Read the Damn Book, Michelle Glogovac sits down with bestselling co-authors Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne to discuss their collaborative novel, The Midnight Show. They share how they developed their unique co-writing process, the evolution of their creative partnership, and the inspiration behind crafting a suspenseful story infused with humor, nostalgia, and pop culture. The conversation explores the realities of writing with a creative partner, balancing multiple perspectives, and navigating the publishing journey. Lee and Jennifer also offer valuable advice for aspiring authors, making this an insightful episode for readers, writers, and anyone fascinated by the art of collaborative storytelling.What We're Talking About...Developing a successful co-writing process and how Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne's collaboration has evolved over timeExploring the influence of Saturday Night Live, comedy, and pop culture on the creation of The Midnight ShowNavigating creative feedback, building trust, and overcoming the challenges of collaborative writingBehind-the-scenes insights into the rapid development and publishing timeline of The Midnight ShowUsing mixed media, dialogue, and innovative storytelling techniques to create an immersive reading experienceBalancing solo writing careers with the demands and rewards of co-authoring novelsCrafting engaging, fast-paced narratives that keep readers invested from beginning to endThe importance of shared vision, communication, and creative partnership in successful collaborative fiction writingChapters00:00 Introduction 02:12 The Co-Writing Journey07:12 Building a Writing Community10:04 The Creative Process and Synergy13:04 Inspiration from SNL16:12 Writing The Midnight Show19:17 Surprising Endings and Reader Reactions20:55 Character Development and Naming21:45 Audiobook Experience and Performance22:45 Mockumentary Concept and Adaptation25:51 Upcoming Projects and New Directions35:00 Validation and Support in Writing36:20 Closing Thoughts and Social Media ConnectionsLinks MentionedLee Kelly's website: https://www.leekellyauthor.comJennifer Thorne's website: https://www.jenniferthorne.comOrder your copy of The Midnight Show: https://bookshop.org/a/99223/9798217086672
Khuspus with Omkar Jadhav | A Marathi Podcast on Uncomfortable topics
भारती हॉस्पिटलबद्दल जाणून घेण्यासाठी या वेबसाईटला भेट द्या: www.bharatihospital.com अमुक तमुक ला subscribe करण्यासाठी click करा: https://youtube.com/@amuktamuk?si=LCVcdLVB9KMPVHrk"भावनेच्या क्रॅश कोर्स" च्या या चौथ्या भागात आपण आत्मतिरस्कारावर चर्चा केली आहे. आपण सगळेच सगळ्यांची मनं राखण्याचा प्रयत्न करतो, Perfect रहाण्याचा प्रयत्न करत असतो. पण या सगळ्या प्रयत्नात आपण स्वतःवर शंका घेतो, काही वेळेस स्वतःला चौकटीत बसवण्याचा प्रयत्न करतो आणि एका Point नंतर स्वतःचा तिरस्कार करायला लागतो. आपण स्वतःला Judge करतो, दुसऱ्यांना खुश ठेवण्याच्या प्रयत्नात थकतो, आणि नकळत आत एक नकली मुखवटा (mask) घालतो. पण या सगळ्याच्या मागे खरी गरज असते; स्वतःला समजून घेण्याची आणि स्वीकारण्याची. या सगळ्यावर आपण मृदुला आपटे (Sr. Clinical Psychologist) यांच्याशी चर्चा आहे. We all want to be good, but what happens when that desire turns into self-hatred?In this episode, we explore the emotion of self-disgust, the inner voice that says, “I'm not good enough.”How our perfectionism, constant self-judgment, and need to appear “nice” can make us harsh critics of ourselves.We also talk about how this disgust hides behind the mask of narcissism, and why learning to clean our inner space, instead of endlessly correcting ourselves, is the real path to growth.Disclaimer: व्हिडिओमध्ये किंवा आमच्या कोणत्याही चॅनेलवर पॅनलिस्ट/अतिथी/होस्टद्वारे सांगण्यात आलेली कोणतीही माहिती केवळ general information साठी आहे. पॉडकास्ट दरम्यान किंवा त्यासंबंधात व्यक्त केलेली कोणतीही मते निर्माते/कंपनी/चॅनल किंवा त्यांच्या कोणत्याही कर्मचाऱ्यांची मते/अभिव्यक्ती/विचार दर्शवत नाहीत.अतिथींनी केलेली विधाने सद्भावनेने आणि चांगल्या हेतूने केलेली आहेत ती विश्वास ठेवण्याजोगी आहेत किंवा ती सत्य आणि वस्तुस्थितीनुसार सत्य मानण्याचे कारण आहे. चॅनलने सादर केलेला सध्याचा व्हिडिओ केवळ माहिती आणि मनोरंजनाच्या उद्देशाने आहे आणि चॅनल त्याची अचूकता आणि वैधता यासाठी कोणतीही जबाबदारी घेत नाही.अतिथींनी किंवा पॉडकास्ट दरम्यान व्यक्त केलेली कोणतीही माहिती किंवा विचार व्यक्ती/कास्ट/समुदाय/वंश/धर्म यांच्या भावना दुखावण्याचा किंवा कोणत्याही संस्था/राजकीय पक्ष/राजकारणी/नेत्याचा, जिवंत किंवा मृत यांचा अपमान करण्याचा हेतू नाही.. Guest: Mrudula Apte (Sr. Clinical Psychologist)Host: Omkar Jadhav.Creative Producer: Shardul Kadam.Editor: Rohit Landge. Edit Assistant: Rameshwar Garkal, Priyanka Thosar. Content Manager: Sohan Mane.Social Media Manager: Sonali Gokhale.Legal Advisor: Savani Vaze.Business Development Executive: Sai Kher.About The Host Omkar Jadhav.Co-founder – Amuk Tamuk Podcast NetworkPodcast Host | Writer | Director | Actor | YouTube & Podcast ConsultantWith 8+ years in digital content, former Content & Programming Head at BhaDiPa & Vishay Khol.Directed 100+ sketches, 3 web series & non-fiction shows including Aai & Me, Jhoom, 9 to 5, Oddvata.Creative Producer – BErojgaar | Asst. Director – The Kerala StoryHost of Khuspus – a podcast on taboo and uncomfortable topics.Visiting Faculty – Ranade Institute, Pune University.Connect with us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/amuk_tamukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amuktamuk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amuktamukpodcastsSpotify: Khuspus #AmukTamuk #marathipodcasts 00:00 - Introduction 03:04 - What is Self-Disgust? 04:52 - Difference between Self-Disgust, Anger & Guilt 06:01 - Signs & Symptoms: procrastination, social anxiety, avoidance, and perfectionism 08:25 - Root Causes: Biology & Stress 11:41 - Childhood T**uma & Environment 14:03 - Impact of Society & Validation 16:34 - Can Confident People Hate Themselves? 19:00 - Extreme Consequences 24:17 - Impact on Relationships 27:20 - The Challenge of Self-Acceptance 31:11 - Solutions & Healing 36:56 - Improving the Relationship with Yourself 39:47 - Conclusion
What if passing the test is not enough?In reliability engineering, we often place a great deal of confidence in laboratory validation. We test, measure, analyze, and document. And when the product passes, we naturally assume it is ready for the field.But what happens when a product passes the lab test and still fails in the hands of the customer?Today, we are going to explore the gap between laboratory reliability testing and actual field performance. It is a gap that can be costly, frustrating, and sometimes difficult to explain. Products can perform well under controlled test conditions, yet still experience unexpected failures when exposed to real users, real environments, real service conditions, and real-world variability.My guest today is Dr. Nishith Kumar Reddy Gorla of CORE ITS LLC. Dr. Gorla's work focuses on system-level reliability testing, field reliability alignment, reliability growth, and test-to-field correlation for complex products.His recent paper, “System-Level Test Case Design for Field Reliability Alignment in Complex Products,” looks at why traditional reliability test methods may miss important field failure modes. More importantly, it proposes a broader approach to test case design that considers not just the product design, but also actual use conditions, field failure data, end-user behavior, service procedures, manufacturing variation, consumables, and product interfaces.This is an important conversation because reliability is not simply about passing a test. It is about understanding how a product behaves in the real world, where variables interact, users behave unpredictably, environments change, and failure mechanisms may not appear until the system is challenged in realistic ways.If you design, build, test, specify, or depend on complex products, this discussion should be especially relevant. Today, we will talk about why products sometimes pass in the lab but fail in the field, how better system-level test cases can improve field correlation, and what reliability professionals can do to create test methods that more accurately reflect real-world performance.Dr. Gorla's Article:https://www.reliabilitymatterspodcast.com/article-1-gorla
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What does it really take to build an effective treatment plan for a condition that touches every system in the body, when there is no single magic pill? In this episode, host Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, is joined by recurring co-host Dr. Dacre Knight, Medical Director of the UVA Health EDS and Hypermobility Disorders Center, to complete their series on the MENS-PMMS Method™, Dr. Bluestein's comprehensive treatment framework for hypermobility disorders. Together, they cover the final four components of the MENS-PMMS Method™: psychosocial factors, modalities, medications, and supplements. The conversation centers on a recurring theme: meaningful improvement rarely comes from one breakthrough, but from stacking many small wins across every domain. They explore the physiologic mind-body connection and why validation is one of the most underrated and accessible interventions, alongside nervous system regulation approaches like CBT, DBT, EAET, EMDR, and Dr. Beth Darnall's Empowered Relief program. On modalities, they discuss heat, massage, acupuncture, dry needling, TENS units, bracing, and the often-overlooked power of diaphragmatic breathing, framed by Dr. Pradeep Chopra's "10% rule." The medication discussion covers a start-low-go-slow philosophy, medication sensitivities and pharmacogenomics, the importance of deprescribing to avoid polypharmacy, and options for POTS and mast cell activation. They close with a candid look at supplements, true deficiencies like scurvy and low vitamin D, the marketing traps to watch for, and a reminder to measure progress by function and quality of life rather than chasing a cure. Takeaways: • The MENS-PMMS Method™ emphasizes a whole-person approach, recognizing that meaningful improvement in EDS and HSD comes from addressing multiple domains rather than relying on a single treatment. • Lasting progress is often the result of accumulating many small gains across different interventions, an approach reflected in Dr. Pradeep Chopra's "10% rule." • Validation is not just compassionate care—it is a powerful therapeutic tool that can reduce distress, improve engagement, and support nervous system regulation. • The connection between physical symptoms and emotional well-being is physiologic, underscoring the importance of addressing both body and mind in treatment planning. • When introducing new therapies, changing one variable at a time can help patients and clinicians better identify what is helping, what is not, and what may be causing side effects. • Medication management should balance potential benefits with the risks of sensitivities, side effects, and polypharmacy, making deprescribing an important part of high-quality care. • Supplements are most valuable when they address a documented deficiency or specific clinical need rather than being used as a substitute for a comprehensive treatment plan. • Patients should be cautious of products or programs that promise cures, quick fixes, or dramatic results for complex chronic conditions. • Functional improvement, participation in meaningful activities, and quality of life are often better measures of success than symptom elimination alone. • The most effective treatment plans are individualized, flexible, and designed to evolve as a patient's needs, goals, and circumstances change. 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Website: https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hypermobilitymd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast X: https://twitter.com/BluesteinLinda LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd/ Newsletter: https://hypermobilitymd.substack.com/ Shop my Amazon store https://www.amazon.com/shop/hypermobilitymd Dr. Bluestein's Recommended Herbs, Supplements and Care Necessities: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/hypermobilitymd/store-start Thank YOU so much for tuning in. We hope you found this episode informative, inspiring, useful, validating, and enjoyable. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to level up your knowledge about hypermobility disorders and the people who have them. Join YOUR Bendy Bodies community at https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/. YOUR bendy body is our highest priority! 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Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other. In this episode, Dr. James Hawkins and Dr. Ryan Reyna walk into the heart of Stage 2 EFT and ask a hard question: How do you get the most out of YOU when every path forward involves pain? Drawing on stories from haunted houses, combat medicine, and oncology surgery, they unpack what it means to be the stronger, wiser other—not as a top-down expert, but as a steady, emotionally present guide when clients' eyes are begging, “Please don't make me go there.” You'll hear how to: Stay confident and regulated in deep Stage 2 work Use your own limbic system, intensity, and presence in service of healing Avoid “over-validating” clients out of depth Become relentless but attuned when working with shame, trauma, and withdrawer re-engagement Here are the top 10 points from the episode in bullet format, tailored for therapists: Therapist consistency is heroic work Therapists, like elite athletes or Navy SEALs, show up and train relentlessly—session after session—often without recognition, but this consistency is what makes deep Stage 2 work possible. You are the “stronger, wiser other” in Stage 2 Borrowing from Bowlby, the therapist's role is to be a grounded, slightly leading presence—not hierarchical, but a steady guide who believes in the clients' capacity to go deeper. Clients need your confidence more than your explanations In Stage 2, detailed EFT mapping is less helpful than a calm, “I know where we're going; we can do this together” energy. Tone matters: gentle, invitational, and regulated—not pushy or detached. Every real option involves pain—but not the same kind of pain If you back away when clients say “don't make me do this,” you protect them now but leave unregulated pain to hurt them later. If you stay with them in the fear and shame, you create constructive, healing pain that opens the door to new patterns. Self-coaching: what do YOU need to hear in the chair? Therapists need internal scripts/mantras (e.g., “No one gets left behind on the battlefield”). Drawing on mentors, attachment figures, faith, or personal values can help you stay present when you want to retreat. Use your own limbic system—and the partner's—to share the load Strategic use of “we” (“We'll go there together,” “We can face this”) helps clients feel they're not alone. The therapist can consciously bring their own emotional presence and the partner's caregiving energy to bear on the hardest moments. Relentless, attuned fighting for the client Ryan names his intensity and even competitiveness as assets: he refuses to let the cycle “win.” Clients often experience this as, “You fought for us more than we fought for ourselves,” which becomes contagious and regulating—as long as it stays tethered to alliance and repair. Validation and celebration must be timed and dosed well Over-validating or celebrating too soon can pull clients out of depth, like doing a cold plunge right after a hard muscle-building workout. Validation should support staying with the core emotion, not remove the heat from the room prematurely. Withdrawer re-engagement is “drip by drip” work Ryan uses the oncologic surgery metaphor: you don't want to close up while leaving “half the tumor” (unworked shame, trauma, negative self-views) inside. Stage 2 requires repetition and reps—going back into the “torture chamber” scenes multiple times so the body learns, “I don't have to do this alone anymore.” Homework: study your A-game and your use of self Notice what you do when you're at your best: your presence, nonverbals, timing, intensity, or way of breathing/pausing. Ask: How am I regulating me? How am I using me as the tool? Then intentionally amplify those strengths and clarify what needs adjustment (e.g., less rescuing, more tolerating pain, smarter use of validation). We aim to equip therapists with practical tools and encouragement for addressing relational distress. We're also excited to be part of the team behind Success in Vulnerability (SV)—your premier online education platform. SV offers innovative instruction to enhance your therapeutic effectiveness through exclusive modules and in-depth clinical examples. Stay connected with us: Facebook: Follow our page @pushtheleadingedge Ryan: Follow @ryanranaprofessionaltraining on Facebook and visit his website James: Follow @dochawklpc on Facebook and Instagram, or visit his website at dochawklpc.com George Faller: Visit georgefaller.com If you like the concepts discussed on this podcast you can explore our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Thank you for being part of our community. Let's push the leading edge together!
In this episode, Buck sits down with Dr. Anastasia Stewart, an Orthodox Christian psychologist and trauma specialist, to explore the relationship between modern psychology and the healing tradition of the Orthodox Church. Together they discuss where psychology contains genuine insights—and where it falls short without Christ. Drawing on decades of experience treating trauma, PTSD, women's mental health, and veterans, Dr. Stewart explains why empathy without truth can become enabling, why validation isn't always loving, and why genuine healing requires both compassion and repentance. The conversation explores the limits of therapeutic culture, the role of clergy and clinicians in caring for the whole person, spiritual warfare, trauma, externalizing responsibility, and the Orthodox understanding of becoming whole through Christ. Whether you're a clinician, a priest, or simply someone seeking healing, this conversation offers a thoughtful and deeply Orthodox vision of the human person and the path toward true restoration. Topics include: * Orthodoxy and modern psychology * Why validation isn't always love * Trauma, PTSD, and the healing of the soul * The limits of secular therapy * Spiritual warfare and psychological suffering * The role of clergy and clinicians About Dr. Anastasia Stewart Dr. Anastasia Stewart is an Orthodox Christian psychologist specializing in trauma, PTSD, women's mental health, and evidence-based clinical treatment. She earned dual bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Communication Studies from UCLA before completing her Ph.D. in Psychology at Washington State University. Her clinical training includes Dartmouth College, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in collaboration with the National Center for PTSD. During her career with the VA, she helped develop one of the nation's early Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) programs, became the first psychologist embedded in a Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program, and developed an interprofessional postdoctoral fellowship program. She later founded Triangle Services Consulting, where she continues her clinical work, consultation, and professional mentoring while pioneering an approach that thoughtfully integrates Orthodox Christian anthropology with contemporary psychological practice. If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with a friend. Your support helps us continue exploring faith, culture, and the pursuit of truth through conversations with Orthodox clergy, scholars, clinicians, and cultural commentators. www.patreon.com/counterflow Sponsor: Podsworth App: https://podsworth.com Code: BUCK50 for HALF off your first order! Clean up your recordings, sound like a pro, and support the Counterflow Podcast! Full Ad Read BEFORE processing: https://youtu.be/F4ljjtR5QfA Full Ad Read AFTER processing: https://youtu.be/J6trRTgmpwE Visit my website: https://www.counterflowpodcast.com Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts! Thanks!
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Supporting Conversion Therapy Survivors After Chiles v. Salazar: SOGIECE, Clinical Care, and Community Response - An Interview with Samuel Nieves Samuel Nieves of the Conversion Therapy Survivor Network on supporting conversion therapy survivors, recognizing SOGIECE, and clinical care after Chiles v. Salazar. Curt and Katie welcome back Samuel Nieves, a conversion therapy survivor and board member of the Conversion Therapy Survivor Network, for a follow-up to their earlier conversation and to the host-led discussion of the Chiles v. Salazar decision. Rather than re-litigating the legal details, they focus on the clinical and human aftermath for survivors. Sam shares what he saw the day the ruling came down, how to recognize a conversion therapy survivor on your caseload (including memory loss and shifting narratives), why validation has to come before strengths work, and how to lead with curiosity instead of challenge. He explains SOGIECE, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression change efforts, and why naming it can be the validation that lets a survivor finally call their experience what it was. The conversation also sits with why reducing these practices to "speech" misses the harm, what licensing boards and clinicians owe survivors, and how survivors and the advocates who serve them stay in the work through firm boundaries and intentional queer joy. This is a grounded, affirming episode for any clinician working with LGBTQ+ clients. In this episode, we discuss: - How to recognize a conversion therapy survivor on your caseload - Why validation has to come before strengths-based work - How to lead with curiosity instead of challenge with traumatized clients - What SOGIECE is and why naming it can be profoundly validating - Why framing conversion therapy as "speech" misses the real harm - What licensing boards and the profession owe survivors - How survivors and advocates sustain themselves through boundaries and queer joy Timestamps: - 02:00 - Who Sam is and the Conversion Therapy Survivor Network - 03:14 - The day the Chiles v. Salazar decision came down - 06:26 - Validation before strengths with survivors - 09:04 - What well-meaning therapists can miss - 11:10 - The public "permission" and its harm to survivors - 18:40 - Why "it's just speech" misses the harm - 22:10 - SOGIECE, allies, and survivor organizations - 27:45 - What the profession owes survivors - 32:21 - Solution-focused therapy, ACT, and queer joy - 35:01 - How Sam sustains himself in the work Guest Bio: Samuel Nieves (he/they) is a board member of the Conversion Therapy Survivor Network, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting survivors of conversion therapy and SOGIECE worldwide. Trained as a marriage and family therapist, Sam advocates online as "CantPrayMeAway" and helps facilitate the organization's weekly survivor support group. Full show notes and transcript: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mtsgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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/
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Ryan and Kipp open with a conversation about building, creating, and the satisfaction that comes from seeing your work in the world before diving into another Ask Me Anything. This week, they tackle questions on approval seeking, self-development investments, measuring progress, unpopular opinions, intuition, instant gratification, rebuilding after divorce, and designing an intentional reset year. They also discuss why progress often feels invisible, how to involve family in personal goals, and why growth requires structure instead of endless information gathering. If you're trying to become more intentional and build a life with purpose, this episode delivers a practical perspective. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Intro & catching up 06:48 - Approval seeking vs being likable 20:10 - Investing in self-development 24:30 - Measuring personal growth 26:42 - Unpopular opinions 35:49 - Escaping instant gratification 39:30 - Taking an adult gap year 45:53 - Showing progress to others 53:00 - Getting spouse buy-in for big goals 01:07:00 - Why systems beat information 01:09:30 - Wrap up Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready