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Most of us believe more options equals better outcomes. Research says no. In much of life, the opposite is true, and the gap between what we believe and what the data shows is one of the more quietly consequential misconceptions shaping how we live right now.David Epstein is the author of Range and the new book Inside the Box, both New York Times bestsellers. He spent years studying human performance and creativity, and this conversation picks up where Range left off. If Range was about why broad exploration matters early in life, Inside the Box is about what you actually do once you have all that range. The answer turns out to be counterintuitive: you box yourself in.In this conversation, you'll discover:Why people with more options to watch are consistently more bored than people with fewer, and what that reveals about how your brain actually works The difference between satisficing and maximizing, and why maximizers make worse decisions, feel more regret, and are less happy with their lives despite spending more time and energy on every choice How Keith Jarrett recorded the best-selling solo jazz piano album of all time on a broken, out-of-tune instrument he almost refused to play, and what that says about where creative breakthroughs actually come from The paired constraints process used by Monet, Dr. Seuss, and Isabel Allende, and how you can use the same structure to unstick your own creative projects Why our attention switches tasks every 45 seconds on average now, down from every three minutes 25 years ago, and what it's actually costing us in terms of stress, creativity, and the simple experience of loving our workThis is a conversation for anyone who has ever felt scattered across too many possibilities, half-committed to too many things, and quietly wondered if the constraint they've been avoiding might be exactly the thing they need.You can find David at: Website | Instagram | Range Widely Substack | Episode TranscriptNext week, we're sitting down with Donna Jackson Nakazawa to talk about why rumination feels so productive even when it's actively working against you, and what the neuroscience actually says about how to loosen its grip. She has a framework for this that I haven't been able to stop thinking about since we recorded. Be sure to follow Good Life Project wherever you get your podcasts, so you don't miss it.Check out our offerings & partners: Join My New Writing Project: Awake at the WheelVisit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore a foundational energetic protocol designed to help you shift patterns, heal, and deepen your inner alignment. We break down the essential steps for working with your energy field, activating your “soul rider,” and partnering with your body and energetic teams for powerful multidimensional transformation.  You'll learn:- The three key steps that prepare your field for energetic work- Why intention + awareness matters- How to access your higher self more directly- The importance of working in a “we field”- A practical retrieval protocol to reclaim your energy and attachment- How to update your grids and reference points after energy workThis is a segment from Aleya's coaching sessions. To join her live online coaching sessions, click on the link below:https://www.aleyadao.com/catalog/products/Live-Coaching-Sessions/721/Get a FREE month of the Cups of Consciousness meditations at:https://www.7cupsofconsciousness.com/About Aleya:Aleya is a sound healer, energetic practitioner, a Licensed Acupuncturist in Colorado, a Minister in the State of  California, and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine in New Mexico. She has been an alternative healer for over 30 years.Aleya graduated from Lewis and Clark University in Portland, Oregon, and earned her Master's Degree in  Oriental Medicine from The Southwest Acupuncture School in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She practiced in Telluride, Colorado, for 7 years before moving to Santa Barbara, California, where she started delivering the Cups of Consciousness meditations worldwide in 2009. She has recorded 9 sound-healing albums and now lives just South of Yosemite in the Sierra Nevada foothills, serving an international clientele as a spiritual guide, teacher, and sound healer.#EnergyHealing #SpiritualPractice #HigherSelf #DivineAlignment #EnergyWork #ConsciousnessShift #SoulGrowth #HealingJourney  Follow along on social media for more insights and updates!

Most people see careers as ladders to climb. Mohamed Isa sees them as mountains to explore. In this episode, Mohamed shares his remarkable journey from working as a cleaner in a bank to becoming the youngest CFO of a publicly listed company in Bahrain. Along the way, he learned that success isn't about following a predetermined path—it's about taking calculated risks, continually reinventing yourself, and creating opportunities where others see limitations.JR and Mohamed explore:How a cleaning job became the foundation for an extraordinary careerWhy taking career risks can accelerate growthThe difference between having a large network and having the right networkHow to think about reinvention through seven-year cyclesWhy careers don't need to follow a linear pathWhat "peak leadership" means and how to build a lasting legacyHow mountain climbing became a powerful metaphor for life and workThis conversation is a reminder that where you start doesn't determine where you'll finish. Whether you're feeling stuck, considering a career change, or simply looking for inspiration, Mohammed's story offers a powerful perspective on what's possible when you combine ambition with action.Tune in every week for more episodes like this. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or follow Career Sessions wherever you're listening.Check out the full series of “Career Sessions, Career Lessons” podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/mohamed-isa.For more career guidance and resources, subscribe to my member community at https://pathwise.io/join-now/

My old Discord work bestie just got promoted *twice* in one year and I needed to know how he did it without losing himself in the process. Tobi Bisiriyu is a Product Design Manager at Discord and he's one of those rare people who is genuinely great at his job, actually likes it, and still makes work the least interesting thing about him. He cosplays, he goes to anime conventions, he walks one hour every day without exception, and he has a philosophy about life that I think more people in tech need to hear.In this ep, we talk about:→ Why looking competent is actually what's holding junior designers back→ the "contract you write for yourself" and how to know if you're breaching it→ why middle management is actually a "death" trap→ say yes to the scary thing...before you talk yourself out of it.→ being greedy "with integrity" and why it's good to want it all→ and why getting a four in life matters more than getting one at workThis episode is for anyone who is good at their job but wonders if there's a version of success that doesn't require you to give everything else up. Tobi is one of the most intentional people I've ever worked with and somehow he got even more thoughtful since we last worked together.→ Find Tobi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobibisiriyuSubmit your Coworker Confessions

153 | The Human Behind the Microphone: My Journey Through Trauma, Healing & Manifestation | Salarah Kacey Starre This week's episode is a little more personal.After years of sharing manifestation teachings, subconscious work, nervous system healing, and relationship insights, Salarah opens up about the journey behind the microphone. From growing up in emotional chaos and instability to navigating trauma, burnout, people pleasing, chronic illness, and deep subconscious healing, this is an honest conversation about what truly led her into the world of coaching, shadow work, and manifestation.Inspired by real listener questions from around the world, this episode explores:Fear-based manifesting and why surface-level positivity wasn't enoughThe connection between trauma, the nervous system, and the Law of Attraction How childhood programming shapes relationships, self-worth, and emotional safetyWhy healing is about coming home to yourself rather than becoming someone newThe difference between exhausting manifestation practices and embodied magnetic energyThe role of qualifications, lived experience, and deep personal transformation in coaching workThis is a raw, grounded, deeply human episode about healing, growth, self-awareness, and the reality behind personal transformation.If you've ever felt emotionally exhausted, stuck in repeating patterns, disconnected from yourself, or tired of trying to “think positive” your way out of pain, this conversation will likely resonate deeply.Thank you of being here,Salarah xx Copyright 2026 Salarah Kacey Starre The Salarah Kacey Starre Podcast website

The Silent Killers Bankrupting Your Business | Heather Parsons, Ex-DeloitteShe went from a rural farm to building bombs in the Air Force to sitting one seat below partner at one of the biggest accounting firms in the world. On this episode of Diversified Game, Heather Parsons, founder and CEO of Summit CFO, breaks down what it actually takes to build a profitable, durable business and why most owners wait until it is too late to get help.Heather is a first generation college grad, a real estate investor, an Air Force veteran, and now a fractional CFO who helps entrepreneurs stop leaking money and start scaling on purpose. We get into the conversations most people are too scared to have about money, mindset, family, and what happens to your business when you are gone.What you will learn in this episode:Who fractional CFO services are really for and when to bring one inWhy waiting until your books are perfect is the wrong moveThe pricing reality, from entry level support to full fractional CFO seatsHow blue collar pride keeps owners stuck doing everything themselvesWhy 82% of businesses die in the first five years and what kills themThe silent operational killers draining your profit while you sleepA players versus C players and why your best people leaveThe truth about AI, offshore talent, and the future of workHow to detach emotionally from bad vendors, bad hires, and bad habits.The succession and exit planning conversation most families avoidWhy your kids want the benefits of your business but not the workThis one turned into church more than once. If you are an entrepreneur, a veteran figuring out civilian life, or someone building something you want to last, this is the game.Connect with Heather Parsons and Summit CFOWebsite: https://thesummitcfo.com/Podcast, C-Suite Secrets: https://csuitesecrets.com/Cash flow book releasing early October, pre-order and updates at https://thesummitcfo.com/Need a consultant in your corner for media, strategy, or business positioning? That is what I do.Coleman Public Relations and Consulting FirmWebsite: https://colemanprfirm.comBook a call: https://cprfirm.as.meEmail: kc@cprfirm.comPhone: 925-367-5478If this conversation moved you, do three things. Like it. Subscribe to the channel. Share it with one person who needs it. That is how we change lives one episode at a time.Chapters (align to your final cut)0:00 Intro1:30 Who fractional CFO services are for4:00 The number one mistake, waiting too long6:00 Blue collar pride and letting others help8:00 Real pricing ranges10:00 From the farm and Air Force to Deloitte13:00 Helping clients detach emotionally17:00 AI, offshore talent, and the future of work21:00 What changes from one million to ten million24:00 Silent operational killers28:00 Paying your kids and succession planning33:00 The cash flow book and C-Suite Secrets40:00 Women in business and closing thoughts#DiversifiedGamePodcast #HeatherParsons #FractionalCFO #SummitCFO #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #CashFlow #BusinessStrategy #ExitPlanning #SuccessionPlanning #VeteranEntrepreneur #WomenInBusiness #FinancialFreedom #BusinessGrowth #KellenColemanDGP&100%

There are photographers who create pretty images.And then there are artists who create work that actually feels something.This week on the podcast, we sit down with Esther Kay to talk about intentionality, motherhood, vulnerability, artistry, confidence, and what it really means to build work that makes your heart skip a beat.https://www.estherkaystudio.com/What started as a conversation about photography quickly turned into something much deeper.We talk about:• Why Esther believes women often forget who they are after motherhood• The pressure women face in business and creativity• Building a brand that feels magnetic without chasing trends• The importance of surrounding yourself with people who sharpen you• Why education changed everything for her career• The difference between creating art and simply providing a service• How vulnerability creates trust with clients• Why intentionality matters more than perfection• The importance of creating work YOU love instead of work that simply performs onlineOne of the most powerful moments in the episode comes when Esther says:“If that art that I'm creating doesn't feed my soul, I'm not creating art. I'm just providing service.”This conversation felt honest, refreshing, empowering, and deeply human.Whether you are a photographer, artist, entrepreneur, parent, or simply someone trying to figure out how to create a life that actually feels aligned, this episode is going to hit home.!! PHOTOCO !!Want deeper conversations like this every single month?Inside PHOTOCO we host:• Full podcast aftercasts• Monthly coaching calls• Live community calls• Exclusive trainings• Business education• Marketing strategy• Client experience frameworks• Editing workflows• Creative developmentJoin the community here:www.mileswittboyer.com/photoKEY TAKEAWAYS1. Intentionality changes everythingEsther repeatedly talks about how every part of her business and artistry is intentional.The lighting.The posing.The relationships.The people she surrounds herself with.The way she makes clients feel.Nothing is accidental.2. Great artists stay studentsOne of the biggest themes of the episode is that Esther still invests heavily into learning.Workshops.Conferences.One on ones.Genres outside her niche.She believes creators stop growing the moment they stop learning.3. You do not need everyone to love your workThis was one of the strongest moments of the conversation.Esther talks about how photographers often chase validation instead of building work they genuinely love.“The right people will be attracted to it.”That line alone is worth listening to this episode.4. Vulnerability creates connectionEsther's work is deeply emotional because she allows herself to be human first.Her clients trust her because she shows up honestly as herself.Not polished.Not perfect.Real.5. Powerful matters more than prettyThis might be the heartbeat of the entire episode.Esther is not simply trying to create flattering images.She wants women to feel powerful again.That changes everything about the way she photographs.

In this Manifestation Special episode, Davina dives deep into the emotional and energetic side of manifestation and the “secret weapon” most people completely overlook when trying to call in more love, money, success, opportunities, confidence, and aligned relationships.This episode explores how your nervous system, emotional state, thoughts, and energetic patterns shape the reality you continue to experience and why manifestation is about so much more than vision boards and positive thinking.Inside this conversation, Davina shares:• Why your emotions are actually a built in alignment GPS• How your emotional state impacts what you attract into your life• The connection between embodiment, nervous system safety, and manifestation• Why your body must feel safe to receive the things you desire• How your thoughts and attention influence your energetic reality• The difference between manifesting from alignment vs anxiety• Why “the better it gets, the better it gets”• The role of self awareness in shifting emotional and energetic patterns• How to begin creating new neural pathways through intentional focus and embodied awareness• Why pleasure, aliveness, and emotional honesty matter in manifestation workThis is a grounded, candid, and deeply expansive conversation for anyone wanting to better understand the relationship between their inner world and the reality they are creating around them.If you've been feeling stuck in cycles of stress, fear, overthinking, or emotional overwhelm while trying to “manifest” a different life… this episode will completely shift the way you view the process.Instagram: @davvyxx

If you've been wondering where we've been — this episode is your answer. And trust us, it was worth the wait.Today, Ruth Soukup is joined by someone you may already know and love from inside the Thinlicious community: Lisa Joy Thompson. She's been here since day one — literally the very first coach in the TAS program — and today we're making it official. Lisa is now the majority owner of Thinlicious, and this podcast has a new home with her at the helm.But before we get to the big news, we're taking you back to the beginning. Because the story of how this happened isn't just a business announcement. It's a God thing. And you need to hear it from the start.In this episode, Ruth and Lisa share:How Ruth's decade-long yo-yo diet struggle led her to finally ask the right question — and lose 40 pounds in six months by ditching everything she'd been told about weight lossLisa's parallel journey: diagnosed with autoimmune disease in her teens and twenties, hitting 280 pounds at 40, and eventually losing over 100 pounds (and keeping it off for eight years) by eating the same way TAS is built onThe Christmas Eve party conversation that started it all — and why Ruth's first answer when asked "who would you sell Thinlicious to?" was Lisa, without hesitationWhat this transition actually means for you as a member of this community — and why the best of Thinlicious is still aheadWhat's coming next: more coaching, more community, and more of what has always made this program workThis isn't goodbye. It's the beginning of something even bigger. Ruth isn't disappearing — she's cheering Lisa on as her partner and biggest fan. And Lisa? She's been living this mission for years. She just gets to lead it now.If you're a woman over 40 who's tired of feeling sick, exhausted, and like your body has stopped cooperating — you're in the right place. The Feel Better, Live Free podcast is back on a regular schedule, and we cannot wait to show you what's coming.Ready to get started? Visit Thinlicious.com/happy to take your first step toward healing your body and getting your life back.

I'm going to say something that might surprise you…You don't need more clients to make more money.You need to do more with the clients you already have.In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact shifts that can add thousands to your monthly revenue, without increasing your client count. Because while everyone is focused on getting new people in the door, most salons are completely overlooking the money sitting right in front of them.If your books are busy but your revenue isn't where you want it to be, this is the episode you need.Inside this episode, we're getting into:The simple math that can add $6K+ to your monthly revenueWhy focusing only on new clients is slowing your growthThe biggest missed opportunity in retail (and how to fix it)How to naturally increase add-ons without feeling “salesy”The rebooking mistake that's costing you thousandsWhat happens when your systems actually support higher spendingHow to create predictable, compounding revenue in your salonThe leadership shift required to make all of this actually workThis is the shift from:“I need more clients” → to “I'm maximizing every client I already have.”Fully BookedThis is where we fix the gaps, retail, add-ons, rebooking, and your entire client journey, so your salon makes more money without working more.Get instant access here:https://lexilomax.thrivecart.com/fullybooked/Join The Monday Club:Where salon owners build systems that stack, scale, and actually make business feel easier.⁠⁠⁠https://www.lexilomax.com/monday-club

In this training, we break down how AI is changing the way homeowners choose waterproofing contractors.Instead of browsing multiple options, they're asking AI for a direct answer—and trusting the result. That means your company is either recommended… or not even considered.We cover:How AI is reshaping visibility and decision-makingWhy speed and follow-up now matter more than everWhere most contractors are losing jobs (without realizing it)Simple ways to start using AI to improve performance and win more workThis isn't about trends—it's about staying competitive and capturing more of the opportunities already coming your way.

In this honest and eye-opening episode 115 of Going Forward, host Eric Elliott sits down with entrepreneur, automation expert, and Co-CEO of Biggest Goal, Alane Boyd, to unpack what it really takes to scale a business without losing yourself in the process.Alane has built and exited multiple companies, but what she shares in this conversation goes far beyond strategy. From the painful reality that “no one owes you their loyalty” to the moment she was forced to step back from her own company, she reveals the hard truths most founders avoid until it's too late.Together, they explore the hidden costs of growth, including burnout, identity loss, and the pressure of being the “hero” inside your own business. Alane opens up about the physical toll scaling took on her health and how chronic stress forced her to rethink everything.They also dive into one of the biggest mistakes founders make: believing that being good is enough. As Alane explains, if you're not telling your story, no one knows you exist, and that misunderstanding can quietly limit your growth.From systems and automation to leadership and letting go, this episode challenges the way most people think about building a company. It's not just about scaling revenue, it's about building something that can operate without you.Topics include:The emotional reality of scaling a businessWhy employees leaving can break a company without systems in placeThe danger of “hero syndrome” in leadershipHow burnout can physically impact your healthWhy marketing yourself matters more than you thinkBuilding systems that protect your businessHow AI and automation are reshaping the future of our workThis episode is a powerful reminder that growth isn't just about doing more, it's about letting go.Connect w/ Eric Elliott:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericelliott.com/Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/ericelliottspeakerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theericelliott/ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ericmelliott/Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/EricMElliottTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericmelliottEmail: Eric@EricElliott.comText: 843-279-5843Connect w/ Alane Boyd:Website: https://www.biggestgoal.ai/Medium Articles: https://medium.com/@AlaneBoydLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alaneboyd/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_hurricanealane/Supercharge your online advertising campaigns with Optmyzr! Streamline management, optimize performance, and boost your ROI. Visit https://www.optmyzr.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how Optmyzr can revolutionize your digital marketing.Also, as a special treat for our listeners, sign up with the code GOINGFORWARD20 and enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on your first year with Trainual! Seize this opportunity to supercharge your operations and propel your business forward!Eric Elliott is the founder of VIP Marketing and Craft Creative, two agencies dedicated to helping law firms build stronger brands and sustainable growth strategies. With a background in radio, television, and digital media, Elliott works with legal organizations across the country to align marketing strategy, creative storytelling, and operational systems to drive measurable results.Going Forward is brought to you by VIP Marketing. VIP Marketing is a law firm marketing agency built to help firms become the choice in their market through strategy-led SEO, paid media, website design and development, brand strategy, and premium video production. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, VIP Marketing serves law firms nationwide. Our website provides detailed information on our services and expertise. For more information, visit vipmarketing.com.

Bestselling author Aaron Ryan has written 41 books and reinvented himself more times than most creatives attempt in a lifetime. In this conversation, we explore how he found his voice, rebuilt after toxic environments, and continues to thrive in a world reshaped by AI. This episode is a powerful look at resilience, storytelling, and the courage to evolve as a creator.Creativity isn't a straight line — it's a lifelong act of reinvention. In this episode, Michael sits down with bestselling and award‑winning author Aaron Ryan, a storyteller whose career embodies resilience, transformation, and the courage to evolve.With 41 published books, multiple screen adaptations, and a creative journey that spans writing, voice acting, music, and more, Aaron brings a rare depth to the conversation. Together, they explore:How to find (and protect) your authentic creative voiceThe intersection of storytelling and lived experienceReinventing yourself after leaving toxic spacesNavigating the shifting landscape of AI and the voiceover industryThe realities of self‑publishing and creative marketingWhy adversity often becomes the fuel for our best workThis is a powerful, honest conversation about what it means to be a creator today — the reinvention, the risk, the resilience, and the unshakable drive to keep telling stories that matter.If you're a writer, artist, or anyone standing at the edge of your next chapter, this episode will meet you right where you are.Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcastWant to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- PodcastsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Dealing with unreasonable criticism of our workThis is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!Get all the details here for the Paris Christmas Market: marche-de-noel-paris-notre-dame.frTreat yourself to gorgeous peonies from the Phineas Wright House! Enroll in the 3 week peony subscription and you'll receive 2 dozen gorgeous peony stems each week, harvested at the perfect stage for a long vase life. Pick up in Bolton, MA.Get all the details here: https://www.phineaswrighthouse.com/the-shop/p/peony-subscription-2026In this episode, Wendy sits down with Sophie Lechner, marketing strategist and author who helps entrepreneurs use AI to create deeper connection (not just faster content). Sophie is a connector and idea factory who believes AI is making marketing harder, not easier, because everyone sounds the same now, and people are more skeptical than ever.They explore:Why AI is making it harder to stand out How to use prompts that take you through your entire life story to pull out what makes you uniquely youWhy marketing stops feeling like marketing when you approach it with the same love and generosity you bring to client workThis is a conversation about human-to-human connection in the age of AI. Sophie shares how she uses AI as a thinking partner (not just a shortcut) and helps entrepreneurs dig into their clients' deeper beliefs that keep them from saying yes. When your marketing connects your humanity to your client's humanity, it stops being marketing. It becomes client work.Connect with Sophie:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sophielechner/Website: TheMagnetModel.comGet her book: Unlock Your Impact: The Roadmap to Magnetic Client Attraction for Entrepreneurs Who Hate Marketing: https://www.themagnetmodel.com/book________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Michael Coxen burned out chasing deals, ended up hospitalized with colitis, and then built his best business by becoming more mindful. Here's how.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Michael Coxen, Las Vegas real estate broker, investor, and host of The Mindful Agent Podcast, to explore the intersection of mindfulness, health, and business performance — and why intentional living turns out to be a better growth strategy than hustle.Michael covers:How ulcerative colitis hospitalized him multiple times and forced a complete resetWhy becoming more mindful was an accident — and how it led to his biggest career deal (a commercial office sale that came from a cycling group)The five-minute meditation that changed how he screens clients and avoids bad dealsWhy the gut feeling of dread before a deal is data, not weaknessThe Hidden Messages in Water — the science behind why what you consume (media, food, relationships) affects your performanceHow to hack your social media algorithm to feed you growth-oriented content instead of outrageWhy he gave up 50% of every commission to join a mentor's team — and why it was the highest-ROI decision he ever madeHow his brokerage (Magenta) runs a CRM action plan with systems before, during, and after every dealThe "certified settlement statement in January" system that generates referrals without a sales pitchContract language that keeps deadlines off Sundays and holidays — protecting his agents' weekendsWhy he'd rather someone bring a successful investor a deal and split it 50/50 than pay for a seminarThe Shadow Creek golf story: a $1,250 round, a stranger who paid for it, and the abundance mindset that makes it workThis episode is for:Real estate agents and investors who feel burned out but keep pushing anywayAnyone building a referral-based business and wants the systems behind itEntrepreneurs interested in how mindfulness and intentionality affect performance — not just wellness

Everyone wants to be AI-first. But no one wants to fund it. In this HFS Unfiltered Stories conversation, Saurabh Gupta, President at HFS Research, sits down with Kailash Attal, Chief Solutions Officer at UST, to tackle one of the toughest questions facing enterprises today: How do you fund AI when budgets are tight, and legacy costs are high? With CFO scrutiny increasing and capital discipline at an all-time high, enterprises can't simply “wait for the next budget cycle.” Instead, a new operating model is emerging, a self-funded transformation, where savings generated from optimization are reinvested directly into AI and innovation.They together explored:Why 8 out of 10 enterprises say they cannot wait to transformHow to combine “run” and “transform” into one operating modelWhy AI is blurring the lines between IT and businessHow services-as-software becomes realistic through structured self-fundingWhat must change culturally and operationally to make this workThis isn't about cost-cutting. It's about creating a flywheel of savings, reinvestment, and growth, and if your organization is struggling with the how of AI, this conversation is for you.For more insights, read our POV, Stop waiting for budget: How enterprises are funding transformation from within: https://www.hfsresearch.com/research/stop-waiting-for-budget-how-enterprises-are-funding-transformation-from-within/Learn more about UST's approach to self-funded transformation here: https://www.ust.com/en/sft If you're interested in discussing SFT with UST, you can connect with their team here: https://www.ust.com/en/contact-us

How do you build a life of greatness when your starting point doesn't look like opportunity at all?In this episode, Sarah Grynberg sits down with one of Hollywood's most respected producers, Bruna Papandrea, to explore the journey from growing up in a low socioeconomic household in South Australia to producing some of the most iconic films and television series of our time, including Big Little Lies, Gone Girl and Wild.Together, they unpack the moments that shaped Bruna's path, from the teachers who gave her confidence, to the heartbreak and curiosity that led her across the world, and the pivotal opportunities that changed everything. This is a deeply honest conversation about resilience, creative risk-taking, motherhood, health, and what it really means to pursue meaningful work in an unpredictable industry.You'll learn:Why you cannot change other people's story, only your ownHow curiosity, setbacks, and even heartbreak can shape your career pathThe power of teachers, mentorship, and confidence in defining your futureWhat it takes to build a global career while balancing family and healthWhy criticism and reviews don't define the value of your workThis episode is a reminder that greatness isn't linear. It's built through small decisions, unexpected turns, and the courage to keep going. Bruna's story shows that where you begin does not determine where you can go, and that success is often found in the moments you didn't plan for.This episode of A Life of Greatness is brought to you by The Beauty Chef, a pioneer in the world of gut health and inner beauty.Founded on the belief that true wellbeing starts within, The Beauty Chef creates bio-fermented, probiotic-rich formulas designed to support your gut, skin, and overall vitality. Their products combine science and nature to help nourish the body from the inside out, supporting digestion, radiant skin, and balanced wellbeing.If you're looking to elevate your daily ritual and support your body in a more holistic way, The Beauty Chef offers a range of thoughtfully formulated supplements designed to help you feel and look your best.Available at Chemist Warehouse Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.Sign up for Sarah's newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.Instagram: @sarahgrynberg Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if your body is trying to tell you something?In this deeply personal episode of Life & Death with Reverend Natashia Mack, Natashia shares her powerful journey through cancer, chronic illness, emotional healing, and the surprising ways the body communicates when something deeper needs attention.After hearing the message “the body speaks,” Natashia explores how physical symptoms may sometimes reflect emotional stress, trauma, or unresolved experiences stored in the body.Through stories from her own healing journey, she discusses:• The emotional impact of her rare cancer diagnosis• Harmful spiritual myths about illness and “manifestation”• The connection between trauma, emotions, and the nervous system• How therapy and emotional release created physical shifts in her body• Why intuition and body awareness can support healing• The importance of combining medical care with deeper emotional workThis episode is not about blaming yourself for illness. Instead, it's an invitation to explore how listening to your body with compassion and curiosity can open new pathways toward healing.Your body is intelligent.Your body is communicating.And sometimes the answers are closer than we think.Mentioned in this episode: Monique Hessler from @moniquehesslercoaching on Instagram If you're ready to experience a breakthrough in your life and/or business, or are in need of some guidance to point you in the right direction, you can book a reading with Natashia here: https://www.mediumnatashiamack.com/book-a-reading For a list of upcoming in-person & virtual events: https://www.mediumnatashiamack.com/events Follow me on Instagram: @mediumnatashiamack

In this episode of Beast Mentality Conversations, Coach Beasley sits down with youth development scholar Victoria Restler to explore the power of reflection, community, and personal experience in shaping meaningful research and practice.Victoria shares her journey from visual arts to youth development and academia, and how creativity, reflection, and emotional awareness influence the way we learn, teach, and build communities.Together, they discuss how reflection can help educators, coaches, and leaders better understand their work and connect their personal stories to the communities they serve.In this episode we explore:• Victoria Restler's journey from visual arts to youth development research• Why reflection is essential for personal and professional growth• The role of community in shaping meaningful learning experiences• How research can function as a creative and emotional process• The connection between personal history and youth development workThis conversation is especially valuable for educators, coaches, mentors, and youth leaders who are committed to building communities that empower young people.Victoria's Book : https://www.amazon.com/What-You-That-Cant-Measured/dp/9004681558Beast Basketball Traininghttps://beasttrainingonline.com

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Are our kids truly addicted to their phones… or are we looking at something more nuanced?In this episode of Protect Our Kids, Kristi Bush dives into one of the biggest questions parents and professionals are asking right now—especially as social media companies face growing scrutiny:

PBS KIDS is one of the only places in kids' media that still feels like it's made by people who actually like children. It's the show your kid watches and then… somehow… can still turn the iPad off without acting like you just stole their life force (because their programming is slow paced, based on research enhancing your child's brain rather than rotting it). It's the content that teaches real skills (letters, math, emotional regulation, empathy) without turning your child into a tiny zombie who can't look away. And right now? That lifeline is being cut.This week, Kristin sits down with Sara DeWitt (Senior VP + General Manager of PBS KIDS) for a conversation every parent needs to hear, about what PBS does differently, why it matters for kids' brains, and what's at stake after federal funding was cut, including the termination of the Ready To Learn grant that helped fund PBS KIDS' education and research work.In this episode, Sara shares:Why some kids' content is designed to be impossible to turn off, and how PBS builds the oppositeWhy “developmentally appropriate” shows are rarer and rarer these days in the media outside of PBS kidsThe real impact of funding cuts (reduced staff, paused research, fewer new shows in the pipeline)The magic of Daniel Tiger (yes, we talk about the iconic “beach in the house” moment)And the story behind Carl the Collector, PBS KIDS' first series with an autistic lead character, and why this kind of representation changes kids foreverIf you've ever felt like PBS KIDS helped you survive early parenthood… if your kid has learned more from Daniel Tiger than from any parenting book on your nightstand… if you've been looking at the screen time landscape like “WE ARE NOT OK”… this one's for you.How to help (fast + doable):Watch PBS KIDS + download the apps (usage matters).Donate to your local PBS station (go to PBS.org, enter your ZIP code).Tell your story — why PBS matters to your family. Those stories protect this workThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Hiya Health - Receive 50% off your first order of Hiya's best selling children's vitamin. Head to hiyahealth.com/BLF. Little Spoon - Get 30% off your first order at littlespoon.com/BLF30 with code BLF30.Peloton - Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ at onepeloton.comPique - Head to piquelife.com/BLF for 20% off.Skims - Shop our favorite bras and underwear at skims.com. #skimspartner Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textIn this episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Stan Lai, one of the most influential playwrights and directors of our time, to explore what creativity really is—and what it is not.Stan challenges the myth that creativity is mysterious or reserved for the gifted. Instead, he reveals how creativity is a traceable process of the mind, shaped by focus, patience, and the ability to remove the habits that block original thinking. Drawing from decades of writing, directing, and teaching, he explains how characters are formed, why improvisation needs structure, and why chasing results often kills the work before it begins.The conversation also explores how audiences shape (and sometimes distort) creative decisions, why Hollywood feels broken, where AI helps and where it falls short, and why the most meaningful work comes from motivation—not metrics.

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In this honest TGIM episode, Nicole explores a realization many high-achieving, heart-led women entrepreneurs likely share: somewhere along the way, business stopped being fun. You're doing the strategies, showing up consistently, and building something meaningful, yet it feels heavier than it needs to.Nicole reflects on how entrepreneurship can subtly train us to trade playfulness for polish and pressure in the name of being taken seriously. Drawing from her postpartum season, mindset work, and neuroscience, she shares why joy isn't a distraction from success, but a powerful driver of magnetism and sustainable growth.This episode is an invitation to loosen the grip, step out of the pressure cooker, and let a lighter energy lead your business again.What you'll walk away knowing:Why pressure is not the price of successHow joy directly impacts your nervous system and magnetismWhy strategy without joy can start to feel like a cageHow playfulness shifts your content, energy, and client attractionSimple ways to add more fun and curiosity into your workThis episode is your reminder that you're not behind and you don't need to try harder. When joy becomes the pathway instead of the reward, everything begins to open.Listen in and let this episode help you reconnect with the energy that made your business come alive.Looking for more opportunities to have fun? Don't forget to join us at SHE LEADS this April 17th & 18th. Meet new girlfriends, deepen your connections, share ideas and fuel each other's next steps in business and life. Grab your ticket here: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/she-leads-2026 My Aligned Purpose Podcast is your go-to space for women entrepreneurs ready to dream bigger, build million-dollar brands, and grow thriving businesses. For over 5.5 years, we've been guiding women around the world in combining strategy with soul—blending sales, marketing, manifestation, mindset, and community to create unstoppable growth.Each week, you'll leave feeling inspired, supported, and motivated to step into the next level of your vision. Whether you're just starting out or scaling into seven figures, this podcast is here to remind you that you're not alone—and that with the right mix of strategy and alignment, anything is possible.It's time to tap into community, embrace abundance, and grow your business on purpose.Follow along at:https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpurpose/https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/https://www.youtube.com/@MyAlignedPurposehttps://www.facebook.com/myalignedpurpose

Purpose Isn't Found. It's Built.The Thrive Forever Fit Show with Jay NixonWhat if the reason you feel stuck isn't because you haven't found your purpose—but because you've been looking for it in the wrong place?This episode was inspired by a powerful question from a client named JoAnn:Is purpose about yourself, about others, or a combination of both? And how do you know if you've found it?In this training, Jay breaks down one of the most misunderstood concepts in personal growth. Purpose isn't something you discover one day. It's not a title, a role, or a perfectly worded sentence.Purpose is built—through standards, discipline, and alignment.This episode is for anyone who has ever felt lost, unsure, or pressured to have it all figured out. It's a grounded, honest conversation about identity, responsibility, growth, and why clarity comes from action—not overthinking.• Why purpose is not something you “find,” but something you build over time• The difference between purpose as identity vs. purpose as action• Why purpose always starts with personal ownership, but never ends there• How discipline and self-trust create clarity• Why your purpose is allowed to change as you grow• How to stop overthinking purpose and start living it• Purpose is not a destination—it's a byproduct of alignment• You don't need a lifelong answer, only your next right standard• Action creates identity, identity creates clarity, clarity creates purpose• Consistency matters more than certainty• If your purpose never evolves, you're not growing• Anyone questioning their direction or feeling disconnected from meaning• People stuck waiting for clarity before taking action• High achievers who feel pressure to “figure it all out”• Listeners rebuilding identity, health, or momentum• Anyone who wants less noise and more alignmentPurpose doesn't demand perfection.It responds to consistency.Build your body.Build your mindset.Build trust with yourself.Purpose will meet you there.If you want, I can also:• Write social captions or reels to promote Episode 324• Create a reflection worksheet or journaling prompt tied to this episode• Build a follow-up episode on identity, standards, or self-trust• Help you connect this episode naturally to Thrive Metabolic Blueprint mindset workThis episode hits at the identity level—and that's where real change starts.

High performance doesn't always feel urgent. If burnout recovery, decision fatigue, or success feeling empty has left you unsure what's next, this episode anchors identity beyond effort and reminds you that you are held — even in quiet seasons.This Sunday episode of The Recalibration explores Vertical Alignment — how identity is rooted beyond performance, pace, or visible progress.For many high-capacity humans, the most unsettling seasons aren't chaotic — they're quiet. When urgency fades and momentum slows, questions surface: Is anything actually happening? Am I falling behind?In this episode, Julie Holly offers a faith-rooted reframe for burnout recovery, success without fulfillment, spiritual exhaustion, and identity drift — especially when growth feels invisible.In this episode, you'll hear:Why quiet seasons often signal less resistance, not less progressHow burnout recovery can feel unfamiliar when urgency disappearsWhy high performers struggle when success no longer requires self-pressureThe difference between effort-driven momentum and identity-rooted movementA biblical pattern of identity preceding action, illustrated through Jesus (Matthew 3:17, NLT)Why ILR is not mindset work, habit stacking, or productivity reframing — but a root-level recalibration that restores identity so every other tool can finally workThis episode gently reminds listeners that belonging comes before becoming, and that alignment deepens long before it shows up externally.Today's Micro RecalibrationThere is nothing to fix or apply.Simply notice:Where did I stop pushing this week — and nothing fell apart?Let that noticing build trust.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

What if the system meant to protect children is actually causing harm?In this powerful conversation, the Black Robe Podcast sits down with renowned scholar, author, and activist Dorothy Roberts to expose the truth behind what she calls the family policing system, often labeled “child welfare” or “child protection.”Dorothy Roberts, author of Torn Apart: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black Families and How Abolition Can Build a Safer World, explains how families, especially Black and Brown families are routinely surveilled, investigated, and separated, often not because of abuse, but because of poverty, housing insecurity, and systemic inequality.In this episode, we explore: • Why family separation is framed as “help” and what it actually does • How poverty gets legally reclassified as neglect • Why over half of Black children face child welfare investigations before age 18 • How police, schools, hospitals, and social services work together to police families • The trauma families experience during investigations and removals • What real family support and community investment could look like instead • Dorothy's upcoming memoir The Mixed Marriage Project and her lifelong advocacy workThis conversation challenges long-held assumptions and invites us to rethink how we protect children, support families, and build safer communities.

In this deeply human and science-backed conversation, Ashish Kothari sits down with Crystal Fernando to explore why today's burnout, overwhelm, and underperformance signal a human capacity crisis—not a performance problem. Together, they unpack how leaders can reclaim stability, agency, and humanity to thrive in a fast-changing, AI-driven world.Key Topics Covered:The human capacity crisis vs. traditional performance challengesWhy stability must come before agility in leadership and organizationsThe neuroscience of safety, mindset, and intentional focusCrystal's SIMPLE framework for sustainable leadership and flourishingMoving from busyness to intention and from reaction to clarityHow empathy fuels innovation, trust, and long-term performanceLetting go of control to unlock flow, creativity, and resiliencePractical micro-practices to restore agency and calm in daily workThis episode is a powerful invitation to slow down, reconnect with what makes us human, and redesign work so people—and performance—can truly flourish.Connect with Crystal:Founding Partner and CEO, Whatbox Innovation Partnershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/crys-fernando/__________________________________________________Happiness Squad Website: https://happinesssquad.com/Ashish Kothari: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishkothari1/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@MyHappinessSquadLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/happiness-squadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/myhappinesssquad/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myhappinesssquad

Is 2026 the year that AI hype meets reality? In a new mini-series from Tech Tonic, the FT's tech editor Murad Ahmed speaks with the paper's reporters about what they'll be watching.Do tech industry insiders think the huge amounts of capital that have driven the AI boom will continue? How will challenges to large-language model AI systems play out this year? And are chief executives expecting AI technologies to force job cuts?In this episode, we hear from the FT's venture capital correspondent George Hammond, AI correspondent Melissa Heikkilä and writer of the AI Shift newsletter Sarah O'Connor for their views on AI's financial faultlines, how the technology will evolve and what kind of disruptions to expect in the world of work.Free to read: SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic prepare to launch landmark IPOsComputer scientist Yann LeCun: ‘Intelligence really is about learning'The AI Shift: Agentic AI is coming for quantitative researchSubscribe to The AI Shift newsletter, an essential deep-dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of workThis series of Tech Tonic is hosted by Murad Ahmed and produced by Josh Gabert-Doyon. The senior producer for Tech Tonic is Edwin Lane. Flo Phillips is the executive producer. Sound design by Breen Turner and Samantha Giovinco. Original music by Metaphor Music. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's global head of audio. The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts.A previous version of this podcast made a statement about Klarna's use of AI that the company has disputed. The reference has since been removed.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of I Am Redemption is unlike anything we've shared before.Neysa Scroggin and Chris Scroggin sit down with Shawn Livingston to share a powerful story of addiction, faith, integrity, and redemption.Neysa opens up about her time in the sex industry, years spent as an exotic dancer while battling alcoholism, addiction, and mental health struggles, doing everything she could to survive, provide, and fight to get her children back.Chris shares his journey as a priest who found himself in a situation that challenged his integrity and moral foundation, and the decision to walk away rather than compromise who he was.Their paths crossed in an unexpected and unconventional way, one they both believe was guided by God.Together, they speak on:Addiction and recovery Faith and staying close to God through adversityWalking away from institutions to protect integrityThe realities of the sex industryMarriage, family, and rebuilding life from the ground upTurning pain into purpose and helping others find hope Today, Neysa helps support individuals who are currently in, or trying to leave, the sex industry, while both remain rooted in faith and service to others.This is what redemption looks like.ABOUT I AM REDEMPTION I Am Redemption is a podcast and movement hosted by Shawn Livingston, built around real conversations with people who have faced addiction, loss, trauma, failure, and adversity, and chose to rise.We believe:Pain can become purposeYour past does not disqualify youRedemption is available to anyone willing to do the workThis is a space for honesty, accountability, faith, recovery, fitness, and community.We are what comes after.⏱️ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS00:00 – From Brokenness to Redemption06:18 – Neysa's Fight for Survival & Sobriety14:47 – Life Inside the Sex Industry27:32 – Addiction, Mental Health & Shame38:05 – When Integrity Costs Everything46:41 – Walking Away From the Priesthood56:18 – An Unconventional Meeting Guided by God1:06:44 – Marriage, Faith & Rebuilding Life1:15:52 – Turning Pain Into Purpose

If you're back at work and already quietly overloaded — you're not broken.January often pretends everything resets, while your nervous system, responsibilities, and expectations clearly don't.In this episode, Dex explores why high-performing leaders don't need new goals, more effort, or a “new you” — they need a new standard.Drawing on Dan Sullivan's concepts of The Gap and The Gain and 10x thinking, this episode reframes overwhelm, pressure, and ambition — and shows how leadership energy is restored by raising standards, not expectations.In this episode, you'll learn:Why January motivation often collapses — and why that's not a failureThe difference between goals, standards, and unrealistic idealsHow unexamined standards quietly drain leadersWhy burnout isn't about caring too much — but outgrowing old rulesHow to move from The Gap to The Gain in everyday leadershipWhat real 10x leadership looks like (and what it isn't)The one question to ask in your first week back at workThis episode is for leaders who want high performance without self-betrayal — and results that don't cost their health, relationships, or joy.Next step: And if you'd like personal guidance on 10x-ing your leadership, learn more at:https://go.dexrandall.com/leadershipSend us a text----------------------------------- Resources:Start 1-on-1 coaching at https:/mini.dexrandall.comLead Better with Dex AI Coach https://app.coachvox.ai/share/dexrandallConfidential. Expert. Free. Solve problems fast.For even more TIPS see FACEBOOK: @coachdexrandallINSTAGRAM: @coachdexrandallLINKEDIN: @coachdexrandallYOUTUBE: @dexburnoutcoachSee https://linktr.ee/coachdexrandall for all links

Welcome to Wellspring Church!In this message, Pastor Billy Waters kicks off our new sermon series, Liturgy, by inviting us to slow down and ask an important question: Why do we worship the way we do? Rather than treating our Sunday service as a collection of habits or preferences, this sermon helps us see liturgy as a formative gift—one that shapes us over time into people who love God rightly.Pastor Billy shares both Scripture and personal story to show that liturgy isn't about being rigid or old-fashioned. It's about being re-formed, week after week, by practices that root us in God's story, train our hearts toward worship, and keep us anchored in His presence.

Send us a textYou get asked questions all day long.By patients. By staff. By your family. By the system.But when was the last time you asked yourself a question that actually helped?In this final week of our 10-week Recharge Challenge, we're talking about one of the most overlooked (and powerful) stress-reduction tools you already have: better questions.Not the stuck, spiraling ones:Why is this happening to me?What now?!How am I supposed to manage all of this?Those aren't really questions. They're expressions of overwhelm.This episode is about learning how to ask questions that create movement instead of paralysis, clarity instead of self-blame, and agency instead of burnout.As physicians, curiosity is our superpower. We use it expertly with our patients—but we rarely turn it inward. This week is about changing that.We reflect on:Why unanswerable questions keep us stuckHow asking better questions helps you interrupt autopilot and conditioned overworkingWhy this is not about blaming yourself or ignoring systemic problemsHow small, daily check-ins can fundamentally change how you experience your life and workThis isn't about fixing healthcare overnight.It's about giving yourself back some power today.

Guest: Craig Pelkey-LandesWriter | Entrepreneur | Author | Podcast HostFounder of Words Beyond ContentAuthor of A Brief History of White NonsenseHost of the Yell Fire podcastIn this episode of SolFul Connections, Amanda sits down with writer, entrepreneur, and cultural commentator Craig Pelkey-Landes for a thoughtful, honest conversation about race, privilege, responsibility, and inner peace.Craig brings clarity to a topic that is often misunderstood or avoided, what white privilege actually is, how it operates in everyday life, and why understanding it is essential if we truly want to live into the values this country claims to stand for.Beyond the social and political lens, Craig also shares pieces of his personal journey, including how he sustains himself emotionally and spiritually while continuing to “fight the good fight.” This conversation explores the tension between activism and inner calm, burnout and purpose, outrage and hope, and how we can hold all of it without losing ourselves.In this episode, we explore:What white privilege is and what it isn'tWhy so many conversations about race miss the markHow language shapes understanding (and misunderstanding)Living your values in a divided cultureFinding peace without disengaging from justiceHow Craig stays grounded while doing hard, necessary workThis is a courageous, human conversation - not about blame, but about awareness, responsibility, and possibility.A Brief History of White Nonsense https://www.amazon.com/Brief-History-White-Nonsense-Throughlines/dp/B0CFZCKQQ3/Yell Fire! Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/4uobpo8DDbLfj16hYFDXQK?si=6412f9257c9e46f1Yell Fire! on Substackhttps://yellfire.substack.com/

Welcome back to the OTs Gone Rogue Podcast!We're kicking off a brand-new chapter with a heartfelt re-entry after an intentional break behind the scenes. If you've been wondering where we've been (and what's been unfolding), this episode brings you right into the story.In this conversation, host Melissa LaPointe (she/her) pulls back the curtain on the last 18 months — a period marked by growth, identity shifts, deeper learning, and an evolution in how she leads and shows up in her work. What began as a simple pause became a transformational chapter that now shapes the direction of the OTGR platform.This episode is grounded, reflective, and deeply personal — and it sets the stage for what's coming next for OTs Gone Rogue.Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect in this episode:How Melissa navigated a behind-the-scenes evolution across her roles as practitioner, educator, program designer, and leaderThe story behind her East Coast content retreat — and why it marked a turning point in her identity as a CEOWhat inspired her to apply to the Master of Adult Education program, and how this experience has expanded her thinking and practiceReal-world examples of the programs she's been building, including physician recruitment work and prenatal programming with Indigenous organizationsWhy she's been investing deeply in her health, human performance, and inner workWhat brought her back to the podcast — and why storytelling continues to be such an important part of her workThis episode marks a meaningful re-entry point into the OTGR community, offering inspiration and encouragement for anyone navigating their own season of change, expansion, or reinvention.Resources & HighlightsTo learn more about OTs Gone Rogue, explore programs, or stay updated with new episodes, visit: https://www.otsgonerogue.com/

What if the most powerful thing you can do for your health isn't diet or exercise — but investing in the people you love?Today's episode is from the Finding Mastery Vault — a timeless conversation with Dr. Robert Waldinger, psychiatrist, Harvard professor, Zen master, and Director of the world's longest-running scientific study on happiness.In this conversation, we explore the science of connection — how relationships literally get into our bodies, lower stress, improve our health, and expand our capacity to live well. We also discuss why loneliness can be as dangerous as smoking, and how small acts of social fitness, paired with the courage to be vulnerable, can change the trajectory of your life.You'll learn:How to build “social fitness” and maintain meaningful relationships over timeWhy relationships get into our bodies and improve long-term healthThe science behind loneliness, stress, and emotional regulationWhat it means to live a psychologically rich and purposeful lifeHow leaders can foster connection and belonging at workThis episode is timeless — and a powerful reminder: no one does it alone.________________________________________________________________________Links & ResourcesSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors! Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletter Download Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindset!Follow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we explore the lost language of the body, the sensations, emotions, and subtle signals your system uses to communicate with you. Your body has been speaking to you your entire life, but conditioning, trauma, and survival patterns taught you to disconnect from your first intuitive instrument.Today, we begin rebuilding that connection.You'll learn:how your body speaks through sensationthe emotional and somatic signals your system usesthe 3 core questions to interpret any sensationhow to distinguish personal pain from ancestral memorywhy somatic work is spiritual workThis transmission is a remembering of intuition, of embodiment, and of the wisdom stored in your lineage.

Send us a textYou don't have “insomnia.”You have too much on your mind, too much on your plate, and a healthcare system that treats your sleep like an optional hobby.In this episode of Ending Physician Overwhelm, we're diving into sleep as a radical act of self-preservation for physicians. This is Week 4 of the 10-Week Recharge Challenge, and we're getting honest about why you're not sleeping—and what you can actually do about it.We'll talk about:

Most game studios either skip validation entirely or waste hundreds of thousands on academic testing that doesn't move the needle. Both approaches kill products.In this episode, we discuss why product validation is the difference between success and years of wasted development—and introduces two frameworks to fix your process.You'll discover:The Pyramid Decision Model: When to trust tastemaker vision vs. player dataWhy the "wrong tastemaker problem" is your biggest invisible risk5 critical validation failures (and how to avoid each one)The signal vs. noise problem: When player feedback actually hurts your gameStage-specific validation: Pre-production → Production → Soft Launch → Hard LaunchWhy expensive user motivation studies and persona research rarely workThis matters if:Your team debates "vision" vs. "data-driven" design endlesslyYou've hired consultants who delivered fancy reports but no resultsYour validation tests keep pointing in different directionsYou're burning runway without knowing if your core concept worksYou need a framework to match methodology to development stageThe uncomfortable truth: It's nearly impossible to evaluate a "right tastemaker" without historical success—and even then, they might fail in a new genre. Meanwhile, over-intellectualized academic approaches sound impressive but rarely translate to product gains.Bottom line: Product velocity = speed × direction. Validation should steer your direction, not justify executive forecasts or create someone to blame. This episode gives you the frameworks to validate what matters, when it matters.Read the full breakdown with detailed frameworks:https://www.gamemakers.com/p/your-validation-passed-your-playersTimestamps:(00:00:00) Why This Might Be the Most Important Topic Yet(00:01:07) The Two Extremes: No Testing vs. Testing Theater(00:05:28) The Pyramid Decision Model: Top vs. Bottom(00:09:52) Problem #1: The Wrong Tastemaker Problem(00:12:08) Problem #2: Validation Tests Are Often Flawed(00:14:08) Problem #3: Over-Intellectualization (Why Academic Models Fail)(00:17:14) Problem #4: Misinterpreting Validation Results(00:20:02) Problem #5: The Signal vs. Noise Problem(00:22:17) The What, When, and How Framework by Development Stage(00:25:33) Final Thoughts: Why This Is Really, Really Hard#gamedev #productvalidation #gamedevelopment #productmanagement #gamedevelopmenttips

Freedom and flexibility at work sound amazing — but they only work when they're rooted in trust and responsibility. In this episode, Jen unpacks the balance between giving people the freedom to work how and when they work best, and the accountability required to sustain that freedom.You'll hear why trust has to be given before it's earned, how micromanaging destroys culture, and what it really takes — from both leaders and team members — to build a thriving, high-performance environment.If you're a leader building a culture of ownership, or a team member who values flexibility, this episode will challenge and inspire you to rise to the level of trust you've been given.Tune in to learn:• Why freedom and micromanaging can't coexist• How to build a culture rooted in trust and accountability• What leaders and employees both need to do to make flexibility workThis one's all about leadership, ownership, and the power of trust in action.In a world where being perfect seems to be the goal- - it's important that we know who's we are & who we are. We aren't called to be perfect - we are called to be better today than yesterday! - that's it. It doesn't have to be quantum leaps, in fact I believe that in the day to day -our little steps in the right directions! I am on a mission to help women become more of who they were created to be and less of who they were told to be. And, that takes intention, that takes action : My goal is to drop some wisdom, bring you resources and that takes community. The real unlock is the Inner Work, and that's what we do here! If you enjoyed today's episode, please: • Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag me @thejenkeller or @projectyou so we can repost you. • Leave a positive review or rating For more ways to do the inner work you can find me on @thejenkeller on instagram and Jennifer Keller on Facebook and to join our exclusive Facebook community Project YOU To do the inner work visit jenkeller.net

Text us your thoughts on the episode or the show!In this episode of OpsCast, hosted by Michael Hartmann and powered by MarketingOps.com, we are joined by Sarah Lane-Hawn, a fractional marketing leader and consultant who helps organizations shape their go-to-market strategy and build operational infrastructure with intention. Sarah brings experience leading both marketing operations and demand generation, offering a clear view of how these functions can work together more strategically.The discussion focuses on how Marketing Operations professionals can move beyond the “ticket-taking” mindset and step into roles that drive real business impact. Sarah shares how understanding the “why” behind requests, influencing decisions, and aligning with organizational goals can elevate both personal growth and company success.In this episode, you'll learn:Why a human-centered strategy is essential to the future of marketing operationsHow MOps professionals can gain credibility and influence within their organizationsThe difference between building for reporting versus enablementPractical ways to bring strategic thinking and intuition into daily workThis episode is perfect for Marketing Ops, RevOps, and demand generation professionals looking to increase their strategic impact, build stronger partnerships with stakeholders, and find more meaning in their work.Episode Brought to You By MO Pros The #1 Community for Marketing Operations Professionals Join us at MOps-Apalooza: https://mopsapalooza.com/Save 10% with code opscast10Support the show

Leadership feels heavy right now. Between global uncertainty, shifting workplace dynamics, and the emotional weight our teams carry, many leaders are feeling the strain — and the loneliness — that comes with responsibility.In this episode, Jenni Catron unpacks the weight of leadership and why it feels harder than ever to keep teams engaged. Drawing from her own leadership journey, Jenni shares what she's learned about navigating seasons of isolation, rediscovering your “why,” and finding the community you need to sustain the work of leading well.You'll learn:Why leadership feels heavier right now—and what to do about itHow to reconnect with your purpose when you feel drainedPractical ways to invest in your team's engagement and cultureWhy stewarding people is sacred work, not just strategic workThis conversation is an honest reminder that leadership is both a privilege and a responsibility—and that you don't have to carry it alone.Tune in for practical wisdom, encouragement, and tools to help you lead yourself well so you can lead others better.We need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we're available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Leaving a traditional therapy model can feel risky, but for Dr. Amanda Buduris, it was the shift that transformed her business. Amanda, a licensed psychologist and Brainspotting & EMDR therapist, joins host Michael Fulwiler to share how she went from a burned-out college counseling center employee to a thriving private practice owner charging $350 to $500 per hour.Amanda walks through her journey into private practice, her decision to stop offering standard 50-minute sessions, and how introducing therapy intensives helped her regain control over her time and energy. She also shares how therapists can navigate the discomfort of premium pricing and shift their mindset around what their work is worth.Whether you're early in your private practice journey or rethinking your business model, Amanda's story offers a fresh and practical perspective on what's possible when therapists put sustainability first.In the conversation, they discuss:Why therapy intensives can be more effective for clientsHow to set rates that reflect your valueMoving past guilt around charging premium feesConnect with the guest:Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandakbcoaching/ Amanda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandabuduris/ Visit Amanda's website: https://amandakbcoaching.com/ Connect with Michael and Heard:Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfulwiler/ Newsletter: https://www.joinheard.com/newsletter Book a free consult: joinheard.com/consult Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Welcome to Heard Business School(00:25) Meet Dr. Amanda Buduris(01:45) How Safe and Sound Protocol supports healing(02:42) Amanda's first-gen experience in grad school(05:21) First therapy sessions with college students(08:14) Burnout pushed her toward private practice(10:50) Challenges during the pandemic(12:12) Resources that helped her launch her practice(14:20) Getting her first client through Reddit(15:10) Choosing trauma and couples as her niche(18:32) Raising rates and letting go of fear(21:22) Why she stopped accepting insurance and EAPs(23:30) Outsourcing bookkeeping before seeing her first client(28:32) Coaching therapists on business and mindset(34:34) Is charging premium therapy rates ethical?(41:57) What intensives are and why they workThis episode is to be used for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, business, or tax advice. Each person should consult their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor with respect to matters referenced in this episode. 

This episode feels like a prize for my Smileys who joined me in the Manifestation Challenge! So many of us felt incredible, inspired and full of momentum during the challenge ~ but now that a couple of weeks have passed, maybe you're feeling a little distracted, unmotivated, or even losing hope. If that's you, don't worry! You're not alone, and this chat is exactly what you need.Bec is one of those people who has done the hard, aligned work to build a life she loves ~ and now she manifests with ease. I think and hope it will be IMPOSSIBLE not to feel uplifted and empowered after listening.In this conversation, Bec reminds us how to: Build good habits (and break the unhelpful ones) Stay on track with our goals and aligned with our purpose Overcome challenges and obstacles when we fall off See life through the lens of your Future You to manifest your next version Navigate comparison and self-doubt Become a more effortless manifestor by putting in the aligned workThis chat is jam-packed with practical steps, powerful mindset shifts, personal stories and the kind of motivation that will help you feel back on track. Bec is a wife, dog mum, founder of The Habit Tracker, host of the In Her Power Podcast and Australian social media personality, with a community of over 280,000! A self proclaimed 'go-getter' with a passion for personal development and wellness!Bec's mission is to inspire you through healthy habits, strong routines and aligned action; and to empower you to build a life that is nothing short of big, bold and beautiful.I've had the pleasure of watching Bec's journey on social media for a few years, but the extra pleasure of knowing her personally for the last year or so. We've bonded over our businesses which both have similar goals ~ to guide and inspire our community, and we always leave each other's company feeling all magical and inspired. I admire Bec's passion and am in awe of her creativity, especially when it comes to her content on her social pages. She's one of those people who keeps achieving these incredible milestones, and instead of making you feel small, it makes you think ~ wow, she truly deserves it and Bec helps you believe that you can get there too. It's the kind of success that feels inclusive, uplifting and inspiring. You can find Bec's website and socials below. Bec on Instagram Bec on Tik Tok Becs Podcast (In Her Power) Bec's website (The Habit Tracker) Find Cleo and Pass Around the Smile's links below Visit Pass Around the Smile here!Join my Facebook community group here!Find me on Instagram@passaroundthesmile@cleomasseyFind me on Tik Tok@cleomassey_The Pass Around the Smile podcast is recorded on Bundjalung Country, in South East Queensland, Australia. We acknowledge the Yugambeh people of the Bundjalung Nation, the traditional owners of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Clear Channels, our newsletter course and creativity challenge begins on September 7th! Sign up here.What if your day job wasn't the thing that defined your creativity—but the fuel for it?In this solo episode, Sarah Faith Gottesdiener explores what it means to live as a creative when your 9–5, side hustle, or paycheck doesn't match your artistry. From reframing the shame of “non-creative” work to building daily practices that keep your imagination alive, Sarah shares hard-earned wisdom from her own path before her creative and spiritual life became her livelihood.You'll hear:Why all work is inherently creative, and how to start seeing your life through an artistic lensThe three most common mindset traps that keep people stuck and how to move past themWhy consistency and micro-movements matter more than waiting for the “perfect” momentHow nervous system safety and capacity play a crucial role in showing up creativelyStories of artists like Octavia Butler, William Carlos Williams, and Toni Morrison, who balanced day jobs with world-changing creative workThis is a motivating episode about reclaiming your identity as an artist or creative, no matter where your paycheck comes from, and finding joy in the small daily commitments that keep your creative life alive.Upcoming Events:September 6, 2025 + September 7, 2025: Clear Channels Online Workshop – https://moon-studio.co/products/clear-channels-fall-2025?variant=50100396327207Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/collections/all-products-excluding-route/products/many-moons-2025Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/

Clear Channels, our newsletter course and creativity challenge begins on September 7th! Sign up here.What if your anxiety was actually the key to unlocking personal transformation?In this compelling conversation, Sarah Faith Gottesdiener sits down with psychotherapist and psycho-spiritual coach Halle Thomas to explore the intersection of therapy, spirituality, and lived experience. From reframing anxiety as creativity to honoring ancestral wisdom, Halle shares how weaving together brainspotting, animism, and intuition can open new pathways to healing.You'll hear:How Halle blends clinical training with spiritual practice to support clients in profound waysWhy anxiety can be understood as both a protector and a pointer toward unmet needsThe role of ancestry and identity in shaping how we heal and growWhat brainspotting is and how it unlocks deeper layers of memory, release, and creativityThe importance of showing up authentically as a practitioner—and how that invites deeper client workThis is a deeply resonant episode about anxiety, identity, and the power of integrating all parts of ourselves on the path to wholeness.Halle Thomas is a licensed psychotherapist in the states of Colorado and Oregon and psychospiritual coach worldwide. Born under a new moon, Halle uses her relationship with liminal spaces, voids, and mycelial networks to create offerings that help people feel safer as they explore their personal underworlds. She is especially invested in helping high achievers of all disciplines bring their minds back into harmony with their bodies, so they can break free from constant anxiety and experience the world through the lens of self-trust. You can experience her blend of Brainspotting, parts work, animism, tarot, and channelled ancestral wisdom in weekly 1:1 sessions or one-off intensives.Connect with Halle:Chicory Counselingchicorycounseling.comIG: @chicorycounselingNewsletter: The Chicory Root - chicorycounseling.com/newsletter-sign-upCoaching Offeringslivingyourafterlife.comIG: @livingyourafterlife Upcoming Events:September 6, 2025 + September 7, 2025: Clear Channels Online Workshop – https://moon-studio.co/products/clear-channels-fall-2025?variant=50100396327207 Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/collections/all-products-excluding-route/products/many-moons-2025Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/

Do your kids shut down when you try to talk? In this episode, Dr. Meg Meeker is joined by licensed therapist Beliza Perez, the creator of FAM Gabs, for a sponsored conversation on how to build emotional closeness through simple, intentional questions.You'll learn why some kids stop sharing, how to avoid parent-child communication traps, and what to do instead. Beliza shares therapy-based tools—including non-verbal techniques and calming rituals—that help parents raise emotionally safe and connected kids.In This Episode:Conversation hacks that unlock emotional connectionThe #1 reason kids stop opening up—and how to reverse itWhy "quality time" doesn't have to mean more timeHow to create low-pressure, trust-building momentsTools like finger mazes and prompt cards that actually workThis episode includes a sponsored segment in collaboration with FAM Gabs.

In this episode, Edward sits down with his mentee and now fellow player development leader, John Battle, who currently serves as the Director of Player Development at Duke University.John shares:How he transitioned from the NFL into this fieldWhat helped him prepare (before he had a title)How he's building culture and relationships at DukeWhy intentionality is everything in this workThis is Edward's first-ever on-campus trip to follow someone in the role—and who better than his mentee?Listen in and learn from one of the best doing it.