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If you've worn a puffy jacket in the past 30+ years, there's a good chance it used PrimaLoft insulation. And they've just announced their warmest insulation to date. So today, we get all the details on PrimaLoft UltraPeak from Andrea Paulson, PrimaLoft's Senior Vice President of Innovation & Technology — and learn a ton about insulation in general along the way. Whether you're curious about the latest puffy tech or just want to learn more about how to stay warm in the outdoors, this one's for you.RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:PrimaLoft History (3:07)Ultra Peak (9:41)What's Driven Innovation? (16:03)UltraPeak vs. Other Insulation (19:08)Warmth to Weight & CLO Values (21:20)UltraPeak Use Cases (27:15)Weights of Insulations (28:33)Breathable Insulation (36:03)Other New PrimaLoft Products (40:09)How To Care for Your Insulation (45:53)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gene Zannetti talks with Woodbridge High School Head Coach Mike Monaco about kids wrestling to avoid disappointing parents instead of for themselves, how social media creates unrealistic expectations at young ages, and why there's no better feeling than being the underdog who lets it fly.Timestamps:2:03 - Parental pressure and wrestling for yourself5:44 - Professional-level coaching from a young age7:27 - Learning from losses even when you do everything right10:19 - Weight management and discipline13:25 - Wrestling community brings different people together19:06 - The sport is growing21:14 - Being the 10 seed with nothing to lose25:00 - Loading up districts and wrestling the best

This episode features highlights from Ben's live keynote presentation, revealing why sugar is not the true cause of obesity. The real driver is cellular inflammation. When the cell membrane becomes inflamed, hormones cannot communicate, fat-burning shuts down, and chronic disease begins to develop. Key Points From the Keynote • Obesity is not genetic. It is epigenetic and driven by lifestyle choices. • Seed oils are the biggest trigger of cellular inflammation and mitochondrial damage. • These inflammatory fats remain in the body for years. The half-life of linoleic acid is 680 days. • One french fry cooked in vegetable oil can create aldehydes equivalent to 25 cigarette drags. • Weight gain is a symptom, not the root cause. You do not lose weight to get healthy. You get healthy first, then weight loss follows. • Thoughts influence metabolism. Negativity increases inflammation while gratitude supports healing. • Self-image shapes behavior. You cannot outperform the identity stored in your subconscious. • Purpose and clear goals improve longevity. People live longer when they have something meaningful to pursue. • Vitamin G (gratitude) reduces cortisol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and strengthens the immune system. Takeaways • Remove seed oils to reduce inflammation and restore hormonal signaling. • Upgrade thought patterns and self-image to break self-sabotage cycles. • Purpose and gratitude are two of the most powerful metabolic tools available.

Gene Zannetti talks with Brick Township Head Coach Joe Lindenbaum about why kids and coaches change every two to three years, reframing nerves as excitement for competition, and building community to keep wrestlers home in your program.Timestamps:1:55 - Weight cutting struggles and better nutrition resources3:02 - Kids change in cycles every 2-3 years6:19 - Having fun and incorporating games into practice7:11 - Reframing nervous as excited for competition10:01 - Focus on what you have, not what others have10:49 - Building community to keep wrestlers home15:43 - Scouting helps some but hurts many more18:24 - Off-season focus on improvement, not just wins

Christopher Bylone grew up on a New Jersey family farm where no one was above mucking stalls, and lending a hand wasn't optional. His grandfather, decades ahead of his time, taught him that inclusion wasn't a corporate policy; it was just what decent people did.Those lessons stuck. They carried Christopher from agriculture to analytics to becoming a respected voice in diversity, equity, and inclusion. When his company's diversity metrics stalled, he spoke up, “We have no strategy.” That bold truth redirected his entire career toward DEI leadership. He went on to build a team from zero headcount and zero budget into a million-dollar operation. On paper, he was thriving. But inside? He was the four letter “fine.”Working at Krispy Kreme, he loved the mission but dreaded the grind. Seventy-five percent of his time was spent executing instead of shaping strategy. Then came the layoff. And with it, the uncomfortable truth that “fine” had become his hiding place.That pattern didn't stop at work. After years of insisting he could lose weight on his own, Christopher realized grit wasn't enough. Well-meaning people told him to “just diet harder,” but he made a different choice and underwent bariatric surgery. It was a turning point that forced him to evaluate not only his habits but his relationships as well.Now, 90 pounds lighter with 30 left to go, he's learned that accepting help isn't weakness: it's wisdom. The people you surround yourself with can either hold space for your growth or keep you stuck in the old story. As a lifelong gardener, he'll tell you not everything that looks like a weed needs to be pulled. Sometimes, it just needs to be moved.Through therapy, reflection, and better boundaries, Christopher discovered that true friends don't have to agree with your decisions but they do have to respect them enough not to stand in your way.Christopher's hype song is “Proud” by Heather Small. Resources:Christopher Bylone's website: https://www.innovationunbiased.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherbylone/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbylone/Listen to Christopher's podcast I Know I Belong When: https://www.iknowibelongwhen.com/Invitation from Lori:This episode is sponsored by Zen Rabbit. Smart leaders know trust is the backbone of a thriving workplace, and in today's hybrid whirlwind, it doesn't grow from quarterly updates or the occasional Slack ping. It grows from steady, human communication. Plenty of companies think they're doing great because they host all-staff meetings, keep “open door” policies, and throw the occasional team-building event. Meanwhile, leaders who truly care about culture are choosing better tools. That's where I come in. Forward-thinking organizations bring me in to create internal podcasts that connect people through real stories, honest conversations, and genuine community—your old printed newsletter reinvented for the way people actually work now. If you run, work for, or know a company ready to upgrade communication and strengthen culture, reach out at Lori@ZenRabbit dot com. Because when people feel heard, they engage. When they engage, they perform. And when they perform, the business succeeds beyond projections.

Affluent customers are adding to drive Walmart's (WMT) growth, shown in the company's latest earnings. Marley Kayden highlights accelerating in-store sales and delivery numbers driving Walmart's balance sheet. Joe Tigay offers an example options trade for the retail giant. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Nvidia (NVDA) earnings have arrived! Kevin Green and Diane King Hall break down the A.I. chipmaker's latest numbers, including its guidance and what it means for the rest of the A.I. trade. Elsewhere in big tech, Alphabet (GOOGL) touched all-time highs after releasing Gemini 3.0, but KG says there's more happening there with international projects. He says GOOGL is really holding up the Comm. Services sector overall. For the September jobs data, KG says it at least signals the government's ability to roll out data even if it is stale. For today's trading, he says the book depth is fairly thin and is eyeing liquidity levels right now. KG says volatility hasn't "crushed enough" and warns of a possible bull trap. For Thursday's trading action, he's watching 6750 to the upside for the S&P 500 (SPX) with 6600 as a possible downside test.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

The subject of today's episode is something that's happened to many of us. You meet someone special, start spending a lot of time together and gradually fall in love. You go out for romantic dinners, you order takeout and watch Netflix on the couch. You're so caught up feeling happy and comfortable with your partner, that you don't worry too much about your appearance. Research has suggested that relationship weight gain is a real thing. A 2013 survey by Diet Chef found that over 60% of us put on weight when in a comfortable relationship. SON - augmentation It's not just because we eat more or exercise less. There are actually several factors that can contribute to the phenomenon What happened ? What are the best ways of preventing or reversing relationship weight gain? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What are the biggest misconceptions on beating heatwaves?⁠ ⁠What are the health benefits of using sex toys?⁠ ⁠Which foods should I avoid after their expiry date?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 26/6/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode Overview We're bringing this powerful coaching session back to your ears—just in time for the holidays. If you've ever felt panicked to hit your "goal weight" by the end of the year, you're not alone. In this conversation, Jennifer coaches Nancy, a busy mom of two, through the deeper beliefs driving her holiday weight loss pressure. This isn't just a conversation about eating during the holidays—it's about how we tie our self-worth to our size, and what it looks like to become the role model we want to be for the next generation. If you missed this episode the first time around, or need a reminder to take the pressure off this holiday season, this one's for you. If you like what you hear in this episode, don't miss your chance to join us when we open enrollment to join Balance365! Add your name to our obligation-free waitlist, and we will waive the $199 registration fee. Click here to learn more. Key Points Why weight panic often spikes at the end of the year—and what it's really about The unintended lessons kids learn from how we treat ourselves How to shift your focus from weight loss to long-term self-care One simple reframe that could change your entire approach to food, movement, and worth

In this episode, Sarah sits down with Dr. Ashley Hudson—therapist, speaker, educator, and founder of Pearl in Process—for a deeply compassionate conversation about faith, fertility, intimacy, mental health, and healing. Ashley is known for bringing warmth, humor, and authenticity to discussions most people struggle to have, making this an essential listen for anyone navigating infertility, loss, or relationship challenges.Ashley begins by sharing how she entered the world of perinatal mental health and how her faith-based values integrate beautifully with her work as a sexologist. She explains why talking about sex, intimacy, and emotional connection often feels overwhelming or shame-filled, and how cultural messages, fear, and past experiences contribute to silence around these topics. This episode is particularly rich for listeners who need faith and intimacy conversations that feel grounded, gentle, and inclusive.Together, Sarah and Ashley explore how to communicate intimacy needs more openly, how to reconnect with your partner, and how acts of closeness outside the bedroom can be just as meaningful. Ashley also provides crucial insight for couples going through IVF, fertility treatment, and timed intercourse, describing how sexual connection often shifts into something goal-oriented, stressful, and emotionally heavy. This episode supports those needing IVF support, intimacy after loss, and guidance for navigating scheduled sex during treatment.Ashley speaks powerfully about intimacy after loss, sharing how grief, trauma, and fear can rewire the brain, making sex feel unsafe or painful. She explains the bristle effect, the way the body becomes tied to memories of loss, and the therapeutic work needed to reclaim the body as a place where love, safety, and connection can live again. This is especially meaningful for those walking through pregnancy after loss, fertility struggles, and the lifelong impact of grief and loss.The conversation also touches on differences in how men and women discuss intimacy, why partners often react differently, and how to support one another through emotional shutdowns or fear responses. Ashley offers gentle, practical tips for couples trying to reconnect after infertility, postpartum depression, or pregnancy loss.If you're seeking fertility podcast content that holds space for both faith and emotional honesty—or if you need encouragement in the areas of intimacy, IVF, pregnancy after loss, or healing after miscarriage—this episode offers hope, understanding, and actionable tools. It is full of wisdom for anyone coping with infertility, rebuilding connection, or searching for healing in their journey through loss.

Weight loss and diabetes drugs in the class called GLP-1s have exploded onto the market, starting to put a real dent in the obesity epidemic. And as doctors are gathering more data, it looks like the medications may also provide real benefits for cardiac health, liver disease, kidney function and possibly even addiction and sleep disorders. In this episode, a panel of experts explains how the drugs work, why they've been so effective, and how hopeful we might be about other uses. Cedars Sinai cardiologist Martha Gulati joins Nora Volkow, the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse and Diana Thiara, an obesity expert at UCSF, for a forward-looking conversation about this potentially game-changing medical advancement. Time Magazine health reporter Alice Park moderates the conversation.

Menopause nutrition and weight management aren't as simple as “eat less, move more.” In this episode, menopause expert and RD Dr. Su-Nui Escobar breaks down what's really driving midlife weight changes and what clinicians should focus on instead. What You'll Learn:How fluctuating estrogen affects fat distribution, metabolism, inflammation, and cardiometabolic riskWhy traditional weight-loss advice fails during perimenopauseHigh-impact nutrition strategies: protein targets, fiber, anti-inflammatory foods, realistic portionsIntermittent fasting in midlifeKey nutrient priorities for women on GLP-1sResources Mentioned:Connect with Sui-Nui 122 | How to Support Patients on Obesity MedicationsAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week. Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Jason Whitlock showed up ready to talk about everything, and he did not hold back. We talked about his long and complicated history with Stephen A. Smith, why that friendship changed, and what he believes Stephen has gotten wrong through the years. Jason opened up about the choices he has made in his personal life, including why he never married or had children, and how those decisions shaped the man he is today. And because this is Jason Whitlock, there was plenty of laughter too. I pressed him on his top ten eye candy list, and he broke it all down with the honesty and humor only he can deliver. This conversation was real and raw, but also thoughtful and surprisingly vulnerable. Jason brought clarity, conviction, and heart, and I walked away grateful for the honesty of it all. Chapters:0:00 Intro 1:25 Jason's Brutally Honest Opinion of Stephen A. Smith 8:04 Stephen A. Smith for President 14:23 Relationship with Stephen A. Smith 17:11 Stephen A. Smith Is Not a Journalist 33:19 What Happens to People Who Speak Up 36:04 Why Jason Whitlock Has Not Married or Fathered Children 45:32 Mixed Kids and Racial Confusion 52:04 Friendships 59:24 Worried About Safety 1:10:16 I Would Rather Have Mean Tweets Than Same Sex Marriage 1:14:18 Sage Confronts Jason Whitlock on His Top Ten Eye Candy List 1:21:34 What Happened with Bonnie Bernstein 1:24:03 Sage's Take 1:28:21 Women in Traditionally Men's Spaces 1:34:50 Jason Whitlock's Weight 1:37:43 Jason's Faith 1:42:23 Jason Whitlock's Legacy BTS on Patreon: http://bit.ly/4nLmOSk

This week weights seem to be the talk. Are we backing cattle up? Listen to Jace and Mike discuss this weeks current cattle events. 

If you feel like you've tried everything—fasting, low-carb, supplements—and your weight still won't budge, this episode is for you. Shana welcomes Craig Mullen, founder of Remedy Functional Health and a pioneer in root-cause healing, to unpack the deeper reasons behind weight loss resistance and metabolic burnout. Together they explore how hormone dysfunction, mitochondrial fatigue, and even your nervous system may be silently sabotaging your progress. Craig shares cutting-edge strategies he's using with high performers to reverse fatigue, balance hormones, and restore metabolic flexibility—including the use of peptide therapy, regenerative tools, and advanced diagnostics most doctors miss. What We Covered: Why you can still be metabolically sick—even with "normal" labs The role of mitochondria, peptides, and regenerative therapies in weight loss What to do when low-carb and fasting stop working Nervous system dysfunction as a root cause of insulin resistance Signs your hormones need support (beyond estrogen and thyroid) Simple actions to take this week to start moving the needle

Join us for part 2 of this deep dive into weight loss surgery! We talk about how much weight people lose, the mental health outcomes of people (big trigger warning there), surgery in kids and informed consent. TW: Mention of su!c|de, depression, children and surgery as well as general awful stuff fat people endure. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/202 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://kofi.com/fiercefatty/tiers Comparison of the Performance of Common Measures of Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2707460 All‑Cause and Cause‑Specific Mortality Associated with Bariatric Surgery: A Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5055056/ Body Image Disturbances and Weight Bias After Obesity Surgery: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8012323/ Coping With "Ob*sity" Stigma Affects Depressed Mood: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5670735/ Death Rates and Causes of Death After Bariatric Surgery: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4888907/ Depression, Anxiety, and Binge Eating Before and After Bariatric Surgery: https://www.scielo.br/j/abcd/a/tZXDCfc855KxdXcFKTbVtHR/?lang=en Diabetes after Bariatric Surgery: https://www.canadianjournalofdiabetes.com/article/S1499-2671(16)30072-7/fulltext Ethical Questions About Surgery Raised by Scientists: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/196339 Late Relapse of Diabetes After Bariatric Surgery: https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/43/3/534/35625/Late-Relapse-of-Diabetes-After-Bariatric-Surgery Long-Term Follow-up After Bariatric Surgery: A Systematic Review: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/1900516 Long-Term Outcomes After Bariatric Surgery: Systematic Review & Meta-analysis: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11695-018-3525-0 Mineral Malnutrition Following Bariatric Surgery: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3771134/ Patient Experiences of Outcomes of Bariatric Surgery: Systematic Review: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/obr.12518 Prevalence of Alcohol Use Disorders Before and After Bariatric Surgery: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3682834/ Recent Experiences of Weight-based Stigmatization in a Weight Loss Surgery Population: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1038/oby.2008.457 Risk of Suicide and Non-Fatal Self-Harm After Bariatric Surgery: Two Cohort Studies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5932484/ Risk of Suicide and Self-Harm Is Increased After Bariatric Surgery: Meta-analysis: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11695-018-3493-4 Substance Use After Bariatric Surgery: A Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4789154/ Survival Among High-Risk Patients After Bariatric Surgery: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21666276/ No Evidence That Bariatric Surgeries Save Healthcare Costs or Lives: http://junkfoodscience.blogspot.com/2008/09/no-evidence-that-bariatric-surgeries.html The Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Psychological Health: https://www.hindawi.com/journals/jobe/2013/837989/ Untold Stories of Living with a Bariatric Body: Long-Term Experiences of Weight-Loss Surgery: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1467-9566.12999 "But Everything Is Supposed to Get Better After Surgery!" Understanding Postoperative Suicide and Self-Injury: https://bariatrictimes.com/understanding-postoperative-suicide-self-injury/ Long-Term Weight Regain After Gastric Bypass: A 5-Year Prospective Study: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/5459557_Long-term_Weight_Regain_after_Gastric_Bypass_A_5-year_Prospective_Study Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison: https://christyharrison.com/book-anti-diet-intuitive-eating-christy-harrison Food Junk Science Blog: http://junkfoodscience.blogspot.com/2007/01/junkfood-science-weekend-special.html Suicide Rates After Bariatric Surgery: https://bariatrictimes.com/understanding-postoperative-suicide-self-injury/#:~:text=Based%20on%20their%20analysis%2C%20the,3.2%E2%80%935.1%2F10%2C000 Kaitlin Anderle Who Had Surgery: https://www.instagram.com/p/B9B7HwSh3RM/ Roxane Gay - What Fullness Is: https://gay.medium.com/the-body-that-understands-what-fullness-is-f2e40c40cd75 Lindo Bacon on Bariatric Surgery: https://www.lindobacon.com/HAESbook/pdf_files/HAES_Bariatric-Surgery.pdf Prevalence of Alcohol Use Disorders Before and After Bariatric Surgery: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3682834/#:~:text=There%20is%20some%20evidence%20that Mineral Malnutrition Following Bariatric Surgery: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3771134/#:~:text=Bariatric%20surgery%20exacerbates%20preexisting%20malnutrition,with%20micronutrient%20supplementation%20following%20surgery Substance Use After Bariatric Surgery: A Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4789154/ Early Mortality Among Medicare Beneficiaries Undergoing Bariatric Surgery: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16234496/#:~:text=The%20rates%20of%2030%2Dday,001 Death Rates and Causes of Death After Bariatric Surgery for Pennsylvania Residents: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4888907/ No Evidence That Bariatric Surgeries Save Healthcare Costs or Save Lives: http://junkfoodscience.blogspot.com/2008/09/no-evidence-that-bariatric-surgeries.html Ethical Questions About Surgery Raised by Scientists: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/196339 Suicide Rates: https://bariatrictimes.com/understanding-postoperative-suicide-self-injury/#:~:text=Based%20on%20their%20analysis%2C%20the,3.2%E2%80%935.1%2F10%2C000 Long-Term Weight Regain After Gastric Bypass: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/5459557_Long-term_Weight_Regain_after_Gastric_Bypass_A_5-year_Prospective_Study Association of Race With Bariatric Surgery Outcomes (Wood et al., 2019): https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/fullarticle/2727128 Racial Disparities in Bariatric Surgery Complications and Mortality Using the MBSAQIP Data Registry (Welsh et al., 2020): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7223417/

Dr. Tabatha Barber, known as The Gutsy Gynecologist, has dedicated her life to giving women a voice and a choice when it comes to their health and well-being. Overcoming struggles as a young girl, including self-esteem challenges and the hurdles of being a high school dropout and teenage mother, she emerged as a successful physician through faith and perseverance. Her unwavering commitment to women's health is evident through her triple board certifications in obstetrics and gynecology, menopause, and functional medicine. Dr. Barber's new bestselling book, Fast to Faith, teaches women how to incorporate intermittent fasting and faith into their lives. Key Topics: - Dr. Barber's personal story of teen pregnancy and medical trauma - How functional medicine gives women a voice and a choice to advocate for their health - The role of sugar on women's health today - Fascinating insights on the body's ability to heal, if given the right tools for support - The real reason you're gaining weight - Estrogen dominance and its impact on your health - How stress causes weight gain Get Dr. Barber's book and learn more at fasttofaith.com and DrTabatha.com. Listen to her show, The Gutsy Gynecologist, and follow her on social media at @thegutsygynecologist Join Erin's monthly mailing list to get health tips and fresh meal plans and recipes every month: https://mailchi.mp/adde1b3a4af3/monthlysparksignup Order Erin's new book, Live Beyond Your Label, at erinbkerry.com/upcomingbook/ Buy Erin's recipe book, co-written by pediatrician Dr. Alina Olteanu here: https://a.co/d/ateoVxx

In this episode of Say Grace, I sit down with mother-daughter duo Pam and Emma to talk honestly about their long journey with weight loss. Weight loss has been a part of each of their lives for as long as they can remember, but nothing has felt sustainable until now.  We talk about how they support each other in the day-to-day, practical strategies that worked for them, how to stay on track through travel, holidays, grief, and busy seasons, and why accountability and a real-world program made all the difference! Join us on this episode for an honest conversation about navigating weight loss and real life!  

Episode 213 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!  This week we are joined by Construction Lawyer, Thought Leader & Storyteller, Matt DeVries!Episode in a Glance:In this episode of The Hitstreak, I get to sit down with Matt DeVries, a top construction lawyer and thought leader. We discuss the importance of self-care, the challenges faced by lawyers, and the personal transformations that come from adversity. Matt shares his journey of weight loss, navigating divorce, and the lessons learned about faith and leadership. Our conversation dives into the significance of understanding legal disputes, the role of contracts, and the necessity of personal growth through chaos. The episode concludes with Matt's aspirations for the future and the impact of his experiences on helping others.Key Points:- Self-care is essential for helping others.- COVID provided unexpected opportunities for personal growth.- Weight loss requires dedication and focus.- Understanding legal disputes is crucial for business success.- Contracts are vital in allocating risk in business transactions.- Personal growth often comes from adversity and chaos.- Faith and leadership are intertwined in personal journeys.About our guest: Matt DeVries is a nationally recognized construction lawyer and thought leader with more than 20 years of experience helping contractors, subcontractors, and developers navigate the complexities of construction law. Based in Nashville, he is a partner at Buchalter, where he co-leads the Construction Law Service Group, representing clients nationwide in contracts, disputes, and negotiations. Beyond construction, Matt represents artists and talent in sports and entertainment. He founded Best Practices Construction Law, a JD Supra award-winning blog, and writes The Same As You, blending insights on law, leadership, parenting, and personal growth.A single father of seven, Matt weaves lessons from family life, health transformation (losing 100+ pounds), and daily discipline into both his practice and his storytelling.Follow and contact:Instagram: @mattjdevriesbuchalter.com/lawyer/matthew-devries**Once the goal of 2.5 million members is met, 1,000 limited-edition T-shirts and the unreleased song will be sent, along with the first 1,000 full dental care awards!**Subscribe to Nick's top-rated podcast The Hitstreak on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/NickHite⁠rFollow and Rate us on Spotify: ⁠https://spotify.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/NickHiter

Feeling stuck despite doing "all the right things"? You're not imagining it.In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why midlife weight loss feels impossible—and it's not about willpower. The culprit? Chronic inflammation that creates self-perpetuating cycles in your body during perimenopause.Discover:Why small steps work better than dramatic overhauls - Learn how Dr. Orlena went from exhausted, overwhelmed mom to thriving wellness enthusiast by starting with just one hour of yoga per week, then layering sustainable changes over time.The "fat begets fat" cycle explained - Understand how dropping estrogen triggers inflammation, which increases abdominal fat, disrupts insulin sensitivity, sabotages sleep, and raises stress levels—each factor amplifying the others in a frustrating feedback loop.Your practical four-pillar solution - Get actionable strategies for nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management that address the root cause of inflammation. No perfection required—just consistent 8/10 effort that actually works.If you're tired of feeling like your body is working against you, this episode offers both the "why" behind your struggles and the "how" to finally break free. Plus, Dr. Orlena shares details about her Micro Magic Healthy Habits workshop for anyone ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start taking effective action.Your transformation doesn't require perfection—just the right approach.Full details about the Micro Magic Healthy Habits Workshop: https://www.drorlena.com/micro-magic-healthy-habits Grab 20% (for first 100 people to sign up): https://www.drorlena.com/offers/3tYkun4g/checkout Sign up for the Stop Dieting and Start Thriving Video: https://www.drorlena.com/stop-dieting Looking for support? Book a free call with Dr Orlena: http://drorlena.com/book-a-call-dr-o

I was prepared for the physical challenges of my first HYROX event. What I didn't expect was for it to reveal just how much emotional weight I'd been carrying. Somewhere between the training, the illness, the IV drips, and the intensity of race day, HYROX pulled up years of grief, loneliness, self-protection, and the quiet ache of doing life solo for far too long. The sudden 14-pound weight spike in just two weeks became the wake-up call I couldn't ignore — the physical proof of everything I'd been holding in. This event didn't just test my body. It cracked open everything I've been avoiding. It forced me to feel the pain I've suppressed… maybe even used fitness to outrun. And it made me face the ways I've kept people at a distance because it felt safer than risking disappointment. This is the real story of how HYROX became less about the competition and more about healing, trauma patterns, and emotional clarity. If you've ever pushed down your pain until it showed up in your body… If you've ever kept people at arm's length because disappointment hurts more than loneliness… If you've ever been confronted with the truth you've been avoiding... This episode is going to hit home. Sponsored by Hydralive

In this week's episode, Matt and Kenny go FULL CHAOS — sick-day mustaches, serial-killer ancestors, handlebar identities, WWE-style super-fights at 6am, and somehow… some of the best Jiu-Jitsu advice you'll hear all year.This one is absolutely unhinged and absolutely BJJ Balance.

In this episode, I break down the 7 hidden patterns that keep high-achieving women stuck with emotional eating, nighttime eating, and inconsistent weight loss. You'll learn why your eating habits feel hard even when you “know what to do,” and how these patterns quietly drive overeating, cravings, and self-sabotage. Once you see your pattern, everything about weight loss becomes easier. If you're ready for clarity and real momentum, I'll also show you how we can uncover your exact pattern in a free consult.__________

Watch the episode on YouTubeIn this episode of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson, we are joined by the insightful Kasim Ali, author of the thought-provoking novel Who Will Remain. Join us as we delve into the complexities of identity, family, and the struggles young men face in today's society.Kasim shares his journey as a writer, discussing the challenges of portraying the realities of his community authentically while navigating the expectations placed on him as a South-East Asian author. We explore the themes of his novel, which follows Ahmed, a young man grappling with loss, societal pressures, and the quest for self-identity amidst chaos. As he turns to a life of crime in search of respect and control, the narrative raises poignant questions about choices, consequences, and the quest for belonging.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the creative process, the importance of representation in literature, and the personal experiences that shape a writer's voice. This episode is a compelling exploration of how our backgrounds influence our narratives and the power of storytelling to challenge societal norms.Follow Kasim AliBuy Who Will RemainSupport the podcast - Buy me a cup of coffee ☕️. Buy books by my guests on Bookshop.orgPre-Order 'The Shadow Carver'Follow MeBluesky | Substack | Instagram | Facebook | Threads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.comLiving with chronic illness changes everything—energy, trust in your body, and even your relationship with food. In this episode, I answer a listener question about why chronic illness and disordered eating overlap so often.I get personal about:My own experiences with autoimmune flares and how they made wellness “solutions” tempting.Pain, uncertainty, and hyper-awareness of the body.Navigating food choices with chronic illness.Nutrition misinformation about “inflammation” and health conditions.Weight stigma, ableism, and moralizing health.How disordered eating can become a coping mechanism—and ways to step out of that cycle.If you've ever felt pulled into restriction, protocols, or wellness promises while living in a sick body, this episode is for you.Support the show: Enjoying this podcast? Please support the show on Substack for bonus episodes, community engagement, and access to "Ask Abbie" at abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe Apply for Abbie's Group Membership:Already been at this anti-diet culture thing for a while, but want community and continued learning? Apply for Abbie's monthly membership: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/circle-monthly-group Social media:Find the show on Instagram: @fullplate.podcastFind Abbie on Instagram: @abbieattwoodwellness Podcast Cover Photography by Anya McInroyPodcast Editing by Brian WaltersThis podcast is ad-free and support comes from your support on Substack. Subscribe HERE.

If slowing down feels wrong but your body is begging for rest, this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm talking to the woman who has always been the go-hard achiever — the early workouts, the hustle, the I-don't-need-rest mindset.  But now your body feels like it's pushing back, and slowing down feels uncomfortable or even scary. I've been there, and I want to help you make sense of what your body is trying to say. Instead of guessing or feeling guilty,  I'm giving you a simple, practical five-question check-in to help you know whether your body needs rest or whether gentle movement will actually make you feel better. Because in a healing season, both rest and movement are powerful — it's just about choosing the right one for the day you're in.  You'll learn why the signals you're feeling are a sign of recovery, not failure. I'll walk you through what this looks like in different phases of healing — from burnout, to rebuilding, to thriving again. We'll also talk about the mental side of this: letting go of the belief that discipline only counts when you push harder.  Resting doesn't make you weak. It makes you wiser. And the more you listen to your body, the faster your energy, hormones, and confidence return.  By the end of this episode, you'll have a tool you can use anytime you're unsure of what your body needs. This is how you build trust with yourself again — one decision at a time. So take a breath, tune in, and let's help your body feel safe and strong again.  Time Stamps: (1:17) Mood Lighting(2:02) Pulling Back From Exercise(5:47) Movement and Discipline(8:14) Your Hormones Are Recalibrating(9:59) #1: How Did I Sleep Last Night?(11:57) If You're Averaging 5-6 Hours of Sleep A Night(13:12) #2: My Stress Level From 1-10(14:32) #3: How Does My Body Feel Physically?(16:00) #4: What's My Emotional State?(17:41) #5: How Do I Think I'll Feel After?(21:56) Save This One For The Future---------------------Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching---------------------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ---------------------Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program---------------------Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life!---------------------Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share!---------------------Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here!---------------------Check out our Youtube Channel!---------------------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

If your brain feels like a filing cabinet that never closes, you're not alone.For many school leaders, memory becomes the hidden system — the thing holding birthdays, licensing dates, parent notes, staff needs, and the million invisible details that make your school run. But here's the truth: your brain was never meant to be the system.In this powerful, personal episode, Chanie shares how her once-reliable memory began to fail — and how that moment became the turning point for her leadership. Forgetting wasn't a crisis; it was clarity. It revealed that her business had outgrown her brain and was ready for real systems and rhythms that could carry the weight sustainably.If you've ever said, “I just have to remember to…” — this episode will help you see why forgetting is not failure. It's a signal that your leadership is evolving.You'll LearnWhy memory-based leadership leads to burnout and anxietyHow your brain becomes a false “system” when trust in processes is lowWhy stress pokes holes in memory — and what to build insteadHow rhythms create psychological safety and operational stabilityHow to shift from mental management to systemized leadershipPractical examples of where you may be leading from memory (and how to stop)How to trust your systems and rhythms — even when it feels uncomfortableKey Insights“Your brain and your memory are not the system. Systems and rhythms hold excellence at scale.”“The brain is for having ideas, not holding them.”“Forgetting isn't failure — it's feedback that your leadership is ready to evolve.”“When you lead from rhythm instead of recall, you build peace into your operations.”Memorable Quotes“My memory made me feel safe. But safety doesn't come from remembering — it comes from trusting the rhythm.”“Your leadership isn't breaking down. It's breaking open — to a simpler, more sustainable way to lead.”“Forgetting wasn't the problem. It was the most generous wake-up call from God.”“The brain is for having ideas, not holding them. Systems are what keep those ideas alive.”Reflection PromptsWhere in your leadership are you still using your memory as a safety net?What's one area where you could install a rhythm to replace recall?How does over-reliance on your brain create invisible weight in your day?What would it look like to trust your systems — even when your instinct is to double-check?Episode ResourcesLearn more about Chanie's upcoming book This Can't Be Normal, where she unpacks how rhythms replace over-functioning and burnout.Take the 5 Gear Diagnostic to identify which area of your leadership carries the most invisible weight — Enrollment, Staff Culture, Parent Engagement, Financial Health, or Strategic Growth. schoolsofexcellence.com/diagnostic

Kirsty Heap is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and neurodiversity advocate who helps individuals and organisations create environments where people can truly thrive. Drawing on her lived experience of dyslexia, she empowers business owners and leaders to understand their strengths, build confidence, and grow sustainably. Kirsty is also the author of Silent Snow, a picture book without words, designed to help you create your own stories with your children. Each page is filled with beautiful illustrations to spark your imagination, making storytime fun and personal. Whether reading has always felt tricky, or you just want to try something different, Silent Snow gives you the freedom to tell stories your own way.The idea for Silent Snow came from Kirsty's own experiences as a dyslexic parent. She used to find reading to her children difficult, and when she stumbled over words, she felt like she was letting them down. But instead of giving up, she started making up her own stories based on their lives and the little adventures they had. Bedtime soon became one of their favourite times of the day.Takeaways: The podcast emphasizes the importance of recognizing and nurturing the strengths associated with dyslexia, rather than merely focusing on the challenges. Kirsty Heap shares her personal journey as a dyslexic parent, highlighting her creative storytelling as a means of connecting with her children. There is a significant need for educational systems to adapt and provide personalized learning experiences for neurodivergent students. The discussion reveals how the implementation of technology, such as dictation software, can greatly enhance learning outcomes for individuals with dyslexia. Kirsty reflects on the profound effect of positive reinforcement and constructive feedback in fostering self-esteem among students with learning differences. The episode advocates for greater transparency and openness among educators regarding their own neurodivergent experiences to better support their students. Chapters:00:00 - Understanding the Weight of Expectations00:18 - Creating Stories from Imagination13:12 - Navigating Dyslexia: Challenges and Strategies in Education26:41 - The Importance of Personalized Learning39:55 - The Impact of Feedback in Coaching and Educationhttps://kirstyheap.com/https://kirstyheap.com/silentsnow/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstyheap/https://www.instagram.com/kirstyheapcoaching/Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/Find out more about their Primary First Journal: https://www.educationonfire.com/nape

If you've ever felt like your body has changed and nothing seems to work anymore — even when you're “doing everything right” — this episode will give you hope, clarity, and real answers. At 41, Ashley Shaw — a mom of two, successful entrepreneur, and lifelong health advocate — hit a wall. Despite marathon training and strict keto, her energy crashed, her weight wouldn't budge, and food cravings took over. That's when she decided to look deeper.In this powerful conversation, Ashley shares how functional lab testing and personalized protocols helped her uncover hidden imbalances, repair her metabolism, and finally lose 25 pounds without restriction or burnout. She also opens up about her experience adding peptide therapy — what worked, what didn't, and how it helped her reignite her spark. ✨ Inside this episode: The real reason traditional diets and willpower stop working in perimenopauseHow functional testing changed everything for Ashley's health and mindsetWhat she learned about balancing business, motherhood, and self-careHow peptide therapy accelerated healing and fat loss when used strategicallyIf you've been feeling exhausted, frustrated, or stuck in a body that no longer feels like your own, this episode is your reminder that transformation is possible.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Today's shout-out goes to Alan Klech from Henderson, TX. Your commitment through Project23 helps deliver God's Word daily with clarity and conviction. This one's for you. Our text today is Judges 13:1 And the people of Israel again did what was evil in the sight of the Lord, so the Lord gave them into the hand of the Philistines for forty years. — Judges 13:1 Here we go again. The cycle repeats: Israel turns from God, God hands them over, and they taste the bitter fruit of sin. This time, the oppressors are the Philistines, and their domination lasts 40 years—longer than any other oppression in Judges. It's a sobering reminder that God allows His people to feel the weight of their choices. He won't compete with idols forever. When His people abandon Him, He removes His protection and allows them to experience bondage, not because He hates them—but because discipline can do what comfort cannot. Sin always promises freedom but delivers slavery. What feels harmless at first—just a click, just a drink, just a word—soon grows into something that controls you. What begins as pleasure becomes a prison. This is where we have to consider our own lives. Maybe it's anger that erupts too easily. Maybe it's that private struggle with lust you keep telling yourself you can manage. Maybe it's the habit of chasing approval or numbing pain with distraction. Whatever it is, you already know the truth: what you thought you controlled is now controlling you. Let's not be a community that rationalizes with sin—it will always enslave you. And God loves you too much to let you live comfortably in sin. He will let you feel its chains until you finally turn back to Him. The issue isn't whether sin will enslave you—it's how long you'll stay chained before you let God set you free. ASK THIS: What sin patterns keep pulling me back into bondage? Where am I mistaking temporary pleasure for real freedom? Am I learning from discipline—or ignoring God's warnings? DO THIS: Name one area of your life where sin has become a cycle. Confess it to God today and, if needed, bring it into the light with a trusted believer. Freedom begins where sin is exposed. PRAY THIS: Father, forgive me for returning to the sins that enslave me. Break the chains I've built for myself, and teach me to walk in the freedom that only comes from You. Amen. PLAY THIS: "No Longer Slaves to Fear."

Today will be the first post in a short series discussing attempts to “calculate” the (supposed) “costs” of “ob*sity.”Before we get into any of this I want to say unequivocally that anytime we try to calculate the cost of a group of people, including and especially, to support a call for their eradication, we are going down a very bad, very wrong road. So while I will be discussing the specific issues with these calculations, please always remember that the calculations shouldn't be undertaken in the first place. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

Multiple time World Champion and World record breaker Meghan Scanlon joins KOTL to discuss rebounding from a Worlds performance she was not proud of to opening a new door at 69 kgs. Meg opens up on whether she will pursue the 63 or 69 kg class in 2026, if she feels she can win a World title at 69 kgs, her possible 3 weight class resume at Worlds, and whom she feels is the 2026 Woman's lifter of the year and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

If you've ever thought, “I know what I should do, I'm just not doing it," this episode is for you. Lisa Oldson, M.D. shares why it's completely normal to struggle with follow through, even when you know what works for your health, weight, and wellness. Learn how asking for help, hiring support, or building accountability can make change easier, more consistent, and far more sustainable. Weight loss is hard, and even experts need support at times. You deserve that support too! Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. Also…We'd be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We're here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Live from the PATH Intl. International Conference – Denver, CO!In this special episode recorded live in front of a studio audience, we dive into a lively and thought-provoking group discussion on one of the most frequently debated topics in equine-assisted services: How do we define a “balanced rider,” and what impact does that definition have on setting equine weight limits?Join us as a panel of experienced instructors, therapists, and equine professionals unpack the nuances of rider balance — exploring physical, sensory, and emotional components that influence how weight is carried and distributed by the horse.Our guests and audience members share their insights on:The many factors that go beyond the number on the scale when determining safe and ethical weight limitsHow movement, tone, and stability affect equine welfare and performanceRegister now for the NEW MINI COURSE Launching December 1st:  https://hetrauniversity.mykajabi.com/BalancingTheScalesMiniCourseGo to our social media to see the pressure map impact of a cell phone in your back pocket while riding courtesy of Centaur Biomechanics!

Georgia Tech centerfielder Drew Burress and Texas A&M third baseman Gavin Grahovac headline an incredibly talented college baseball class. Do you want to know what makes someone tick or motivates athletes at this level? Burress and Grahovac detail their growth in setbacks, constant adjusting and how betting on themselves has paid off. Co-hosted by Daron Sutton and Dani Wexelman.

Join us as Pastor Tommy continues the sermon series The weight of your words. The source of words determines their weight. Remember who you are and what you represent to the person on the other side of you.• Source determines weight. • Weight determines impact. • Impact determines outcome.To get connected visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.midtownvineyardchurch.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...To Donate ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://midtownvineyard.churchcenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.... Download the church center app to stay in the loop ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://churchcenter.com/setup⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discover more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.midtownvineyardchurch.com...⁠⁠⁠ Find us on Instagram: / midtownvineyard Find us on Facebook: / midtownvineyardmbSermon Notes: Rightnowmedia.com

In this raw episode of Tim Staton Stating the Obvious, discover why is anticipatory grief so powerful and how biblical hope leadership transforms crushing seasons of waiting into spiritual growth. Guest Sam Wegner, author of The Weight of the Wait, shares his dual crises: a 30-year IT career destroyed by a false rumor and his wife's metastatic breast cancer battle. Learn how to deal with anticipatory grief, navigate dealing with anticipatory grief through Scripture, and master how to cope when life hangs in limbo.   Sam's story weaves faith-based leadership with real-world trials—job loss after betrayal and caregiver burnout. Explore faith based leadership podcasts that turn theory into action.   Sam's anticipatory grief peaked while waiting for his wife to die and hunting for work. Scripture revealed what is biblical hope: God designed waiting for growth. His anticipatory grief book unpacks biblical hope vs. faith, the waiting wheel, and biblical hope definition with practical steps to find rest.   Betrayed by a boss who “made” him, Sam chose faith based leadership. “I will not lift my hand against the Lord's anointed” became his mantra. Discover what is faith-based leadership in toxic environments—no HR complaints, just Christlike integrity.   COVID-era stage 4 diagnosis, failing drugs, COBRA expiring—Sam spiraled in the shower. Yet biblical hope verses pulled him back: God is good, He keeps promises. Master how to cope with anticipatory grief through raw prayer and surrender.   Waiting well = learnable discipline. Sam's 4-step framework: Stay in God's Word Pray honestly (even screaming) Trust God's character Lean on community Proof? Colleagues saw genuine contentment. Challenge skeptics: “If this transformed me, what if it's true for you?”   Perfect for anyone facing infertility, aging parents, addiction, business failure—waiting is universal. Grab The Weight of the Wait  and join the movement.   Connect with Sam Wegner: Website: www.samwegner.com Instagram: @samwegnerjr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575799584385 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samwegner/ Donate to help: https://www.thousandhillsmissionary.org/hope-in-the-waiting   Connect with Tim: Website: timstatingtheobvious.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/timstatingtheobvious Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHfDcITKUdniO8R3RP0lvdw Instagram: @TimStating Tiktok: @timstatingtheobvious LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-staton-04b41a271/

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In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden interviews Dr. Michael Renzulli, who shares his journey into healthcare, transitioning from traditional practices to holistic approaches. They discuss the emergence of red light therapy, its scientific basis, and its applications in treating various health issues, particularly obesity and metabolic health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of innovative healing technologies and their potential to transform lives. In this conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden and Dr. Mike Renzulli explore the evolution of healthcare from merely managing symptoms to addressing root causes through precision medicine. They discuss innovative approaches to weight loss, the importance of detoxification, and the role of GLP-1 medications. The conversation emphasizes the significance of body composition over weight alone, the impact of fasting, and the necessity of a systems approach to health optimization, including thyroid function and oxidative stress management. Ultimately, they advocate for personalized solutions tailored to individual needs for lasting health improvements.   For Audience Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/ !    Takeaways         Dr. Renzulli's early inspiration for healthcare came from witnessing a life-saving moment.         His journey led him to explore holistic approaches after observing disillusionment in traditional doctors.         Red light therapy emerged as a significant tool in his practice, offering innovative health solutions.         The design and proximity of red light beds are crucial for effective treatment outcomes.         Different wavelengths of light have varying effects on the body, from skin rejuvenation to deeper tissue healing.         Red light therapy can enhance ATP production and reduce oxidative stress.         Integrating red light therapy with other treatments can improve metabolic health and energy levels.         Obesity is a growing epidemic, and red light therapy can play a role in weight loss.         The technology behind red light therapy is backed by numerous studies and evidence-based results.         Patients experience significant improvements in health and well-being through these innovative therapies. Patients are increasingly seeking root cause solutions rather than just symptom management.         Precision medicine offers real hope and tangible results for patients.         Weight loss strategies must focus on detoxification and cellular health.         Inflammation is a key factor in weight gain and insulin resistance.         A systematic approach to health can yield better outcomes than isolated treatments.         Body composition is a more important metric than weight alone.         GLP-1 medications can have adverse effects on muscle and bone density.         Fasting can be beneficial if done correctly, focusing on fat loss rather than muscle loss.         Precision medicine requires a deep understanding of individual genetics and biology.         A comprehensive approach to health includes monitoring thyroid function and metabolic rates.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healthcare Journey 03:01 Transitioning from Traditional to Holistic Healthcare 06:12 The Rise of Red Light Therapy 08:56 Understanding Red Light Technology 11:52 The Science Behind Wavelengths and Healing 14:55 Applications of Red Light Therapy in Health 17:55 Addressing Obesity and Metabolic Health 20:50 Integrating Therapies for Optimal Health 23:45 The Shift from Symptom Management to Root Cause Healing 24:40 Real Results: The Promise of Precision Medicine 25:59 Innovative Approaches to Weight Loss and Wellness 28:50 The Science of Detoxification and Cellular Reset 31:05 Understanding Oxidative Stress and Inflammation 32:37 The Importance of Body Composition Over Weight 36:01 The Role of GLP-1 in Weight Management 38:34 Fasting and Its Impact on Body Composition 40:52 Precision Medicine: Tailoring Solutions for Individuals 42:07 Balancing Thyroid Function for Weight Loss 46:49 The Systems Approach to Health Optimization   To learn more about Dr. Renzulli: Email:  info@bioantiage.com Website: www.bioantiage.com   Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw       Gladden Longevity Podcast Disclosures Production & Independence The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas. 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What does it really take to balance weight and diabetes—not just for today, but across every stage of life? From the unique challenges kids and teens face, to how puberty, pregnancy, and even menopause can shift the body's needs, this episode dives into it all.Our guest, Dr. Allison Childress, registered dietitian and associate professor of practice in nutritional sciences at Texas Tech University, shares practical strategies for supporting blood sugar and healthy weight at every age. She discusses the foods worth keeping in your pantry, the importance of balanced eating patterns, and the one lifestyle habit she wishes everyone would focus on for long-term success.Whether you're managing diabetes yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply aiming to live well, this conversation offers tools and takeaways for lifelong health.“Consistency beats perfection any day of the week; those small daily habits are what last, not the crazy things we do for a short period of time.”Question of the Day:What are your go-to meals or ingredients that help you stay on track with your blood sugar and weight goals?On This Episode You Will Learn:How weight management influences diabetes risk and outcomes across all life stages—from childhood to older adulthoodThe unique challenges children and teens with diabetes face when maintaining a healthy weightHow hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause affect blood sugar and weightSustainable, long-term strategies for managing weight without compromising blood sugar controlPantry staples and go-to ingredients for balanced eating and steady energyCommon myths about weight loss and diabetes—and the evidence-based truths behind themConnect with Yumlish!Yumlish Website: YumlishYumlish on Instagram: @yumlish_Yumlish on Facebook: YumlishYumlish on Twitter: @yumlish_Connect with Dr. Allison Childress!Website URL: www.mypartnersam.com and https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/ns/childress.php LinkedIn URL: www.linkedin.com/in/allison-childress-3-culinarymed-docs

“When you really believe in what you're doing, you know how much of a difference that makes.” – Dr. Josh McConkey Today's featured bestselling, Pulitzer Prize-nominated author is a father, husband, former professor at Duke University, and a Board-Certified Emergency Medicine physician, Dr. Colonel Josh McConkey. Dr. Josh and I had a fun on a bun chat about his book, “Be the Weight Behind the Spear”, leadership lessons from the military, who he'd meet from history (dead or alive), and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:What inspired Dr. Josh to join the militaryWhat it means to be the weight behind the spearHow he balances combat tours, emergency rooms, and writing award-winning booksWhat he learned about himself through the writing process, and what to expect from future booksDr. Josh's Site: https://www.weightbehindthespear.com/Dr. Josh's Book: https://a.co/d/0ZpsseLThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 314 – Get Out the Door with David Hollingsworth, MBA (@holliworks): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-314-get-out-the-door-with-david-hollingsworth-mba-holliworks/Ep. 707 – Leadership Insights From a Former FBI Master Spy Recruiter with Robin Dreeke (@rdreeke): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-707-leadership-insights-from-a-former-fbi-master-spy-recruiter-with-robin-dreeke-rdreeke/Ep. 296.5 (Charm City Bonus Episode) – The Art of Human Care with Dr. Hassan Tetteh (@doctortetteh): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-2965-charm-city-bonus-the-art-of-human-care-with-dr-hassan-tetteh-doctortetteh/Ep. 307 – Failure Is Not The Problem, It's The Beginning Of Your Success with Col. George Milton: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-307-failure-is-not-the-problem-its-the-beginning-of-your-success-with-col-george-milton/Ep. 389 – Unshakable, Undaunted, & Undefeated with Elizabeth Meyers (@thelizmeyers): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-389-unshakable-undaunted-undefeated/#HolidayBonus Ep. – Fireproof with David Hollenbach III (@HollenbachLEAD): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holidaybonus-ep-fireproof-with-david-hollenbach-iii-hollenbachlead/167 - 7 Life Lessons From The Trailer Park with Clyde Middleton: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/167-7-life-lessons-from-the-trailer-park-with-clyde-middleton/Ep. 373.5 – Business Secrets for Walking on Water with Frank Zaccari (@FZaccari): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3735-business-secrets-for-walking-on-water-with-frank-zaccari-fzaccari/Ep. 773 – Serve Your Bigger Why Through Single Seat Wisdom with Dominic "Slice" Teich (@DomTeich): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-773-serve-your-bigger-why-through-single-seat-wisdom-with-dominic-slice-teich-domteich/Ep. 434 – A Soldier's Journey from War to Peace with Claude AnShin Thomas: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-434-a-soldiers-journey-from-war-to-peace-with-claude-anshin-thomas/164 - Escape Average, Go for the Big with Michael Botts: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/164-escape-average-go-for-the-big-with-michael-botts/Ep. 529 – Don't Gamble on Life Improvement…Until You Shift the Odds! with Kevin E. Eastman (@eastke1): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-529-dont-gamble-on-life-improvementuntil-you-shift-the-odds-with-kevin-e-eastman-eastke1/72 - A Sprint to the Top with Daniel Blanchard (@dan007blanchard): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/72-a-sprint-to-the-top-with-daniel-blanchard-dan007blanchard/

Shoot Me A Quick Text & Introduce YourselfYou can't step into your next season holding onto old pain. In this episode, you're reminded to finally let go of what's been draining your energy — mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Reset your focus, release what's heavy, and move with intention toward the life you deserve.Support the showCoaching Free download: 5 Mindset Shifts & Micro-HabitsInstagram - Follow the podcast on Instagram YouTube My Favorites From AmazonSupport the show - Show your appreciation by supporting the show

Whitney returns home to Los Angeles after her fall road trip with reflections on closure, accessibility, and the complicated peace that comes from choosing integrity over ease. This episode moves through themes of neurodivergence, justice sensitivity, anxiety, and the courage it takes to make decisions that protect long-term wellbeing—especially when the world rewards convenience and conformity.She shares the story of a major professional decision, how it tested her values, and what it revealed about people-pleasing, independence, and the constant tension between wanting to fit in and needing to stand apart. Along the way, she opens up about aging, masking, accessibility, and what it's like preparing for a music festival as a neurodivergent person navigating both excitement and overstimulation.If you've ever second-guessed a hard choice, questioned your limits, or felt torn between doing what's right and what's easy, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and realness about life in the gray areas.Join the Community: Want to stay connected between episodes? Join Beyond Measure, a private, free community centered on connection, support, and shared growth. It's always evolving and the door's open: https://whitneylauritsen.com/beyond-measure/Find Whitney on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whitlauritsen

Pharma juggernauts Pfizer and Novo Nordisk are struggling in the obesity drug race.The two companies are searching for their next moneymaker, and that search recently spun out into a ferocious, multibillion-dollar battle for control of biotech start-up Metsera. The FT's US deals and activism correspondent Oliver Barnes walks through the tussle that's involved lawsuits, public barbs and political drama. Clips from CNBC, Pfizer, Yahoo Finance- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For further reading and listening:Weight-loss wars: $10bn hostile battle pits Pfizer against Novo NordiskPfizer shows hardball mettle needed to win in 2025 M&AThere is only one winner in the Pfizer Novo Nordisk showdownOzempic's unconventional origins- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Attend the FT Global Banking Summit, 2-4 December in London: Enter SAVE20 for a 20% discount, register here.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Follow Oliver Barnes on X (@mroliverbarnes), or on Bluesky (@mroliverbarnes.bsky.social) Michela Tindera is on X (@mtindera07) and Bluesky (@mtindera.ft.com), or follow her on LinkedIn for updates about the show and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do crystals, fossils, stunning sunsets, black magic, demons and insanity have in common?Our drive to Colorado does.It started as a simple trip — one week or so in Delta,Co., including driving time because we were scheduled to present at a Sasquatch conference in Beaver, Wa. immediately on our return. Larry and I had found a piece of land in Colorado that was stunning: acres of desert mesa beauty covered in selenite crystals, ancient fossils, and wide open sky. But to make it ours, we stepped into something else entirely.The land we originally purchased was not empty. It is 40 acres, half of which when looked upon resembles a moonscape pristine and majestic alluring and entrancing, yet look the other direction, and it was sprinkled in abandoned squatters encampments — people living in tents, and improvised shacks, surrounded by hills of garbage, abandoned vehicles, and the unmistakable residue of drugs and dark practices. It wasn't just a physical mess. The entire area felt thick, like a psychic swamp.Yet, the power and the message from the land was very clear: clean me.This started a line of questions and inquiries for Larry and me because it did not make much sense for our lives. Yes, the whole thing came about because we bought land and wanted to hold in person events there — yet the view was massively and negatively impacted by the encampments, not exactly the ideal backdrop for a gathering.We wondered how to fence off or hide the view of the encampments — maybe trees, or a very big fence — so our guests would not be subjected to the negative view. Little did we realize then that the negativity was not just in the view; the people there were drug addicts and black magic practitioners. It was a classic case of buying a slice of paradise then finding out your neighbors are 100% incompatible with your enjoyment of that paradise. Something not unlike the present split in reality we are cocreating this very moment more broadly. Some things are simply incompatible with each other. Period.But that realization came some time later.Some months ago, one of our neighbors told us that the parcel covered in black magic and detritus was for sale through a foreclosure sale. Larry and I looked at our finances and bought it. After the sheriff's sale, we believed the previous owners and their guests would become compelled to leave and we would have clean, clear land with some clean up perhaps to conduct.Nope. They dug in, and we had to spend months and thousands of dollars in litigation to clear them out. Apparently, landowners in Colorado have a huge burden and many hoops to clearing their land from individuals with any claim whatsoever to being present. Once cleared, trespassing is very strongly enforced with very serious consequences, but give, as in give permission at any point, even in a limited manner, and that can quickly be construed as permission to inhabit which then requires a long process to rescind.As we arrived there for our week visit, I remember standing there the first day, watching the wind shimmer through the crystals on the ground while the smell of decay and burnt plastic rose from piles of trash. Light and shadow, beauty and horror, coexisting within the same few acres of land. I thought it would be a quick cleanup because the eviction process was set and it was just a matter of the sheriff coming over and getting the squatters to leave the land.I was wrong.The Land of ParadoxThere's something surreal about seeing selenite glinting in the sunlight beside syringes and blackened fire pits. The land itself seemed to whisper — “Clean me.” It was both sacred and deep. Ancient. Yet, the surface was anything but.Larry and I sat down to discuss why Gaia — the land and the human collective — wanted it cleaned. After all, what does it matter to Gaia if those people and garbage stay there? After a million years, nothing would be left of them. A million years ago everything there was blown to smithereens by the largest volcanic eruption on the continent creating the flat topped mesa 100's of square miles in size, which is just the base of this gigantic mountain that is no more. Another million years ago the entirety was submerged at the bottom of an ocean of water. So a few people? What's the biggie, besides it was nasty to experience in our present, a dark to our light. But the message came in stronger every day: no one was allowed to stay, and no garbage was allowed to stay either.We visited the sheriff's office to find out what we were supposed to do, and they were very clear that for the process to be legal, we had to be present. Physically stay and be there for the entire process to be legal and complete. Otherwise, it would be cancelled and would need to begin over again from the beginning.Oops… We might not make our sasquatch event commitment…The eviction date was not the one stated in the judgment. We had to wait two days after that date, then get a writ for the sheriff, who would then post eviction notices, and after ten more days, go to the land to evict them. After that, the people would get another day to get all their stuff out.Not only that, but the eviction process itself was complex. It required us to go into all the structures where people were living — RVs, mobile homes, and so on — and remove absolutely everything that was not nailed to the ground, floor, or ceiling… by hand, and place it in an area they could later accessYup, we were told we had to move all the items by hand. There were deadlines, county notices, and an eviction process already in motion. On paper, it looked straightforward. In reality, what those people had in their living accommodations was the stuff of nightmares. The rooms were filled from floor to ceiling with garbage, scrap metal, dirty laundry and dishes, and so much more — including drug needles and black magic sigils on the floors, walls, and ceilings.And then came the energy of resistance. The people living there didn't want to leave. They begged, lied, cast spells, called the sheriff, their own lawyers, and called upon spirits — sometimes all in the same day. They wept and they cursed. It wasn't just about losing a camp; it was about a dark collective trying to hold on to territory, both physical and energetic.At night, I could feel the field pulsing — fear, anger, confusion, war. Each morning, I'd wake determined to face it again, and each night, I'd fall into bed emotionally drained, my nervous system fried.The Human Vessel of DarknessIt's easy to think of “squatters” as a faceless problem. But once you meet them, you realize they're human vessels of darkness — fragments of the collective human psyche acting out low-frequency patterns: aggression, anger, suffering, indulgence, righteousness. Each one carried archetypes: the lost healer, the trickster, the wanderer, the wounded child, the demon, the mage.Some were kind, some dangerous, some clearly caught in deep delusion. A few believed the land was “theirs by divine right.” Others just wanted to stick it to the man. I couldn't help but feel pity for their choices — but pity alone wasn't enough.One of the sheriff's deputies told us to be careful — that these people had months to get organized and leave, and they hadn't. They would try to get us to let them stay longer, but if we agreed, the entire legal process we had gone through would be invalidated.For most lightworkers, the hardest part is learning where compassion ends and enabling begins. Sometimes love wears the face of firmness. Saying “no” to darkness is not a rejection of humanity — it's a kindness and an affirmation of truth.This was one of the most important things to keep in mind for this trip: staying loving without becoming naïve, staying clear without becoming aggressive or overwhelmed.Still, leading up to the eviction date, our bodies took a toll — both emotionally and physically.And then, our allies rallied around us.Yes — four of our Driving to the Rez panelists, plus our friend Teo, traveled over a thousand miles to help us clean not just the new land, but also the previous property, which still had garbage and negative energies from the previous year when we had purchased it.They arrived in two RVs, with their pet dogs, garbage bags, gloves, and other equipment to get the job done. And did they ever!They arrived a few days before the eviction date and got to work. We also had an amazing time hunting for desert-grown selenite crystals, fossils, agates, jasper, and petrified wood.At night, we gathered to skywatch in the desert and saw multiple planes, satellites, and yes — UFOs!The Eviction Day ArrivedThe sheriff's deputies arrived on time, calm and professional. The county representatives were kind, responsive, and genuinely concerned. The neighbors offered tools, advice, and hands.It was as if the universe had organized a living example of collective light-in-action. Where I expected bureaucracy, I found compassion. Where I expected to be overwhelmed, I found help.It reminded me that humanity is not lost. The system — often criticized for its lack of empathy — became, in this case, a framework through which order, safety, and clarity could flow.It wasn't “us versus them.” It was all of us bringing a corner of reality back into coherence.Larry and I met the sheriff's deputies at the road and decided to evict the trailers scattered throughout the land first. As it happened, the people had already left, but they had left their trailers and a lot of items inside them. We left our helpers back at our other parcel until we were sure those people were gone; they had become aggressive in previous days, and we didn't want to risk anyone's safety.We had employed a moving company that specialized in evictions. They said they would empty the buildings, place everything on the doorway, and then we had to move it away to a designated area where the squatters then had 24 hours to collect it.Two big, strong men arrived to empty the trailers and buildings, and Larry got to work with them.Then it was time for the big mobile homes. The sheriff told the people to leave the building, and they did so without a fuss. We called our friends, and they came over to start getting everything from the doorway out into the land where the squatters could then pick through it and take whatever they wanted. For 24 hours, all that stuff was still theirs.It took about eight hours non-stop to remove all the items from the two mobile homes. The residents were hoarders — like the worst nightmare show on TV, but worse. Looking back, if our friends had not come, we would have taken several days to finish the job.All I could do was watch and hold space, as before we left for Colorado I had broken my ankle and was not able to move much or stand on it.The Weight of NegativityDespite all the help, the experience took a toll. The level of emotional and mental pressure was something I hadn't felt in years. It wasn't just the logistics; it was the energetic density. The constant whining, as the adults played victims and painted us as aggressors, was exhausting.There was a young boy, around fifteen years old, who lived in that mess. Quite honestly, he was the most positive and helpful of the entire group.My emotional body felt inflamed and overstretched. My mental field would spin with intrusive thoughts and worries that weren't ours. At times I'd stare at the situation, wondering how so much darkness could exist in one place.One of the pieces of guidance I had received before eviction day was to realize that this was not about those people. They chose to stay where they didn't belong and to live in that type of situation. Gaia and the human collective did not want them there, and we were facilitating their exit. They will be fine and continue with their choices no matter where they go.Remember, this is our land now. As a matter of fact, they went to live at a much larger property with others who have the same lifestyle. We know this because, in the following week, we helped them take a lot of their stuff to the new land. They were not unhappy. On the contrary.It reminded me that in the light paradigm, darkness is literally not allowed to exist. Cruelty, addiction, co-dependent behavior, and black magic — all these things are not allowed to exist in our lives. Therefore, as we now owned the land, all those energies, and the people who carried them, had to leave.But why? I still wondered.Well, if you know my work, you'll know about the connection between power and land — and perhaps the Mapuche concept of the Rewe (pronounced “ewe,” though not spelled that way).I asked Gaia, why is it so important to own this land in Colorado and to clean it? We have our home in Washington State, and we have the Shamanashack and our collective land at Fossil Beach — so what is significant about the properties in Colorado?The answer came — fascinating, but not yet fully understood. The answer was: “The land in Colorado is a Rewe reservoir.”A reservoir of power? And if so, how do we access it?Well, the people there were using it for darkness. The Rewe was not fully activated, as no one knew how to do it — which was a good thing.So that was the reason for the removal of the people and the garbage that was encrusted on the land.It was not until everyone left and removed their claims that I pulled a couple of cards to get guidance on the land, and two things happened. One of them was that the power came out from inside the land and rose through my spine into the world — to take form.Just a note here: the sentence “The light inside rises and becomes form” will be fully explained in my next class, The Source Code of Manifestation: Unlocking the Quantum Core of Creation, which you can pre-orde here: “The Source Code of Manifestation”Sanity in the Midst of InsanityTo stay sane, I had to practice extreme diligence. Every day began with grounding, breathing, and re-centering in presence. I'd remind myself: observe, don't absorb.When fear, in the shape of stress, tried to creep in, I observed it as an external weather system. When exhaustion hit, I found small moments of beauty — the fossil of a shell glinting from the dirt, the way the setting sun turned the desert gold and purple, the laughter of a friend helping load the truck.The secret wasn't escaping the insanity. It was standing as the still point within it. Each day became an exercise in applied awareness — all the while allowing the inner light to rise and become form.What I understood is that true mastery is not theory or information only. We need to apply it for it to help — to use it in the mud, under pressure, surrounded by chaos, when the only thing holding us together is our choice to stay conscious and respond instead of react.The Turning PointWhen the final eviction was over, I didn't feel triumphant. I felt relief — and a strange sadness. That evening, a deep silence settled over the land. For the first time, I could hear the desert breathe again. Not just that, but I could feel myself and the desert breathing together.Our friends left after the squatters moved on. It still took a few extra days for the garbage to be hauled away, and beneath it all, the land revealed herself: ancient, raw, luminous. The selenite caught the morning light like tiny galaxies embedded in stone.A one-week trip had turned into a month-long marathon. The journey wasn't about property or cleanup — it was about embodiment, boundaries, and the split within consciousness. The human collective, represented by the county, the sheriff, the neighbors, and our small team, had come together to restore coherence.It was proof that light doesn't fight darkness — it simply holds a strong presence and boundaries for darkness to dissolve and move on. We were not friends, not acquaintances not cocreators with them, we were not enemies, conquerors, warriors pitted against each other, we were the light and only light.The Teaching from the LandLooking back, the land was the real teacher. The selenite — a stone of clarity, healing, and cleansing — wasn't just in the soil. It was in the experience. The fossils whispered of time, endurance, and the slow patience of existence.The entire ordeal mirrored humanity's current split: ancient wisdom buried under layers of distortion, now rising to the surface to be seen and healed.The most impinging realization for me was how much stress the human body and mind can endure when we forget to stay centered — and how quickly peace returns when we do.In the end, sacredness wasn't found in the crystals or fossils, but in the discipline of staying clear and kind when the world around us spins in chaos and tries to engage us in victim–aggressor blame and fear.The land wanted us to stay, and the work was not done yet. There were still piles of garbage and structures on the land that needed to be dealt with, but Larry and I put our foot down and drove home. Surprisingly, our trips usually take twice as long as the GPS tells us, but this time, instead of three days, it only took two.Who stayed behind finishing the cleaning of the land, garbage collection, and more was our friend and neighbor Jay. He sent us a video yesterday and we could not believe the change. All that is left are the mobile homes and a shed — nothing salvageable but things the squatters want back, and if they are able to figure out a way to get them off the land, we will work with them to do it.And yes — there's so much more to this story. The adventure, the people, the strange synchronicities, and the laughter that kept us human through it all. Even three guys on electric bikes going up and down adobe hills! Teo fell a few times, but it didn't stop him.To hear the full story from Larry's and my perspective and to find out what an adobe hill is, listen to this week's episode of Driving to the Rez.Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and join us for the next unexpected journey into the living field of Earth herself.To listen to our tribe's journey of over 1000 miles to help us, click here.The discussion doesn't stop here - listen to the full podcast episode for unfiltered insights from Inelia and our panelists. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.drivingtotherez.com/subscribe

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3184: Lea Genders unpacks some of the most common weight loss myths, like cutting carbs, avoiding nighttime eating, or going all-in on intense workouts, and reveals how these misconceptions can still offer helpful insights when viewed critically. By taking a balanced, analytical approach, you can apply what works for your body and discard what doesn't, creating a sustainable path to health and fitness without falling into diet dogma. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.leagendersfitness.com/news/weight-loss-myths-that-can-be-helpful Quotes to ponder: "Just because a myth is wrong doesn't mean it is all bad." "High-quality whole food carbohydrates can fuel your workouts to help you look, feel, and perform at your best." "Weight loss is not a measure of fitness." Episode references: Apple Vacations: https://www.applevacations.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices