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Insulin Resistance, Fertility, and Taking Your Health BackInsulin resistance doesn't just affect blood sugar — it impacts hormones, fertility, energy, and long-term health.In this episode, Tracy sits down with PA and women's health coach Chelsea Hayman to unpack how insulin resistance shows up in real life, why “normal labs” don't always tell the full story, and what clinicians and patients can do to break the cycle of crashes, cravings, and burnout.They explore fertility struggles, continuous glucose monitors, stress physiology, and practical strategies for stabilizing hormones and blood sugar — without extreme diets or unsustainable routines.Whether you're supporting patients with PCOS, infertility, fatigue, or metabolic dysfunction — or navigating this yourself — this conversation will change how you think about women's health.How insulin resistance affects fertility and hormone balanceWhy A1C can be normal — and problems still existThe “protein + fiber first” strategyHow stress worsens blood sugar regulationWhen CGMs can be helpful (even without diabetes)Small, sustainable changes that actually workWhy women must stop putting their health lastTimestamps:[2:30] Meet Chelsea Hayman[3:30] Blood Sugar and Fertility [4:45] Chelsea's Struggles with Infertility [9:00] Defining Insulin Resistance [11:00] Blood Sugar Control & Fertility Outcomes[13:00] Stress & Hormones[16:00] Implementing Lifestyle Changes [17:00] Choosing a Continuous Glucose Monitor [23:00] How to Plan Your Plate [25:00] Self Care & Meeting Your Own Basic Needs[29:00] Connect with Chelsea & Where to Find HerConnect with Chelsea: Website: www.empowerglucose.comLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/empoweredglucose Social: @empoweredglucose at https://www.instagram.com/empoweredglucose/ Keywords: insulin resistance, blood sugar, hormone imbalance, fertility, infertility, PCOS, continuous glucose monitor, CGM, women's metabolic health, metabolic health, PA podcast, women's health, wellness, clinician wellness, hormones, gestational diabetes, insulin resistanceSPONSORS:ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fiSIDE GIG GUIDE https://www.tracybingaman.com/gigCONNECT ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠ ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠CONNECT WITH TRACY⁠LINKEDIN ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com⁠

In this Workday Playdate, Erin tackles a leadership reality many people leaders are quietly carrying: when the world feels heavy, your team feels it too. This episode is a grounded guide for showing up with intention, presence, and care without pretending you have all the answers.Erin explores how global events, constant information overload, and emotional fatigue are showing up inside our workplaces, whether we acknowledge them or not. Drawing on research around psychological safety and belonging, she makes the case that empathy, kindness, and emotional awareness are core leadership strategies.At the heart of the episode is Erin's practical LOVE framework, a four-step approach leaders can use immediately to create safer, more resilient, and more connected teams.Inside This Episode:Leadership in Heavy Times: How world events impact decision-making, morale, and team dynamicsPsychological Safety & Belonging: Why safety and trust are performance multipliers, not perksThe LOVE Framework: 1. Listen for what's said (and unsaid), 2. Openly ask questions without needing all the answers, 3. Value core values as decision-making anchors, 4. Energize your team with intentional, positive energyRemote Leadership Presence: Simple ways to set the tone through daily messages and routinesEnergy at Work: Why your energy is the culture—and how to manage it intentionallyValues Alignment: Turning belonging, acceptance, and community into lived practicesLeading with Love: How kindness, compassion, and contribution create real impactWho This Episode Is For:Leaders carrying the emotional weight of their roleManagers navigating uncertainty, burnout, or disengagementPeople leaders building culture during challenging world momentsRemote and hybrid leaders setting tone without physical presenceAnyone who wants to lead with more humanity, clarity, and careYour FreebieYou want to support your people the same way you want to be supported—but in fast, emotionally charged moments, the right words can be hard to find.Enter, your free resource - Human Leadership in the Age of AI: An Empathy Playbook. It gives you a simple, 3-part list of human-first phrases you can use in meetings, emails, and one-on-ones.Empathy isn't extra anymore. It's essential. Download your Empathy Playbook here.Connect with Erin Diehl x improve it!Erin's websiteErin's InstagramErin's TikTokErin's LinkedInimprove it!'s websiteimprove it!'s InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Patrick shares a personal story about what it can look like when long-held trauma responses begin to loosen after years of recovery work and how flashbacks can shift into quieter moments of recognition instead of distress.Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, Patrick connects the body-level experience of trauma anniversaries, shame attacks, and emotional flashbacks to the family system that created them, including emotionally immature parenting, addiction, domestic violence, and poor boundaries.Using a trip through Ireland as the backdrop, Patrick reflects on returning to the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula decades after a childhood visit with a narcissistic, alcoholic father and noticing a body memory that arrives without the old shame and fear. He contrasts that earlier experience with traveling alongside his son, describing what it means to feel detached from a parent's legacy and present in your own life.Important Takeaways for the Listener:How trauma anniversaries can show up as subtle body memories, and how they can change after sustained healing workWhy kids often feel like accomplices to adult dysfunction, and how that fuels shame and distorted self-perceptionHow emotionally immature caregivers and chaotic family systems shape attachment, safety, and identityWhat it means to break cycles with or without becoming a parent, and how to separate yourself from a family legacyWhy overwhelm in the current climate can activate old survival states, and how to orient back to the presentHow reflective tools, including a toxic family style assessment he references, can help name what the ACE framework may miss about family dynamicsPatrick also discusses recovery themes like inner child work, repairing distorted perception, reducing shame-based identity, and building a life where you no longer represent your parents' choices.If you carry a sense of inherited shame, feel easily activated by the world, or are noticing your triggers changing as you heal, this episode offers a grounded example of what progress can feel like over time.Keywords: childhood trauma, emotional flashbacks, body memories, shame attacks, trauma anniversaries, emotionally immature parents, narcissistic parent, addiction in families, intergenerational trauma, breaking cycles, inner child work, recoveryJoin the Monthly Healing Community Membership

If you are making real money and still getting crushed every tax season, politics are not your problem. Timing is. The Big Beautiful Bill changed the landscape, but most business owners never slowed down long enough to understand how.In this conversation, Rick is joined by Jake Alexander, founder of Action Accounting and a former IRS insider who now works with six, seven, and eight figure business owners. They break down what the Big Beautiful Bill actually did, why it became so divisive, and how most people are reacting emotionally instead of strategically.They talk through bonus depreciation, Section 179, business structure, and why waiting until April guarantees regret. This is not about liking or hating Donald Trump. It is about knowing the rules while they exist and using them before they disappear.In this interview you'll learn:What the Big Beautiful Bill actually changed for business ownersWhy the tax bill became political instead of practicalHow bonus depreciation and Section 179 really workWhy tax preparation is not the same as tax planningHow structure and timing quietly control your tax liabilityFollow Rick's Socials:Instagram | LinkedIn | RickJordan.TVKeywords: big beautiful bill, trump tax bill, tax reform impact, business tax planning, bonus depreciation, section 179, cost segregation, small business taxes, entrepreneur finance, tax strategy, s corp vs c corp, business structure, high income earners, w2 vs business owner, tax law changes, political tax reform, proactive tax planning

Learn how state-level decisions directly impact your seasons, access, opportunity, and conservation funding.Host Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with Kayleigh Leager of the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation and Swanny Evans of Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever—two policy professionals working daily inside state capitols to protect hunting, fishing, trapping, and shooting traditions.Most hunters understand federal policy like the Duck Stamp or the Farm Bill. But far more decisions—from Sunday hunting to conservation funding and public‑land access—are made in state legislatures. This episode explains how the National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses works, why states are “laboratories of democracy,” and how small bills can create big downstream impacts on opportunity.In this episode:What the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation and NASC network doHow state bills—good and bad—spread across the countryWhy Sunday hunting reforms matter for access and R3Conservation funding: how license structures and federal match dollars really workWhy discounted or free licenses can unintentionally hurt state wildlife agenciesThe case for resident‑rate licenses for nonresident college studentsHow DU, PF/QF, and partners collaborate to stop harmful bills and advance positive onesListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.orgSPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you're winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Vincent Dupuis, Vice President HR Digital & AI at Airbus, to unpack how organizations should decide what to automate, what to augment, and what must be protected as AI reshapes work at scale.Vincent explains why augmentation, not replacement, is the real story of AI at work, using powerful analogies to show how AI should extend human capability, not hollow it out. He breaks down how Airbus thinks about freeing people from low value tasks, while deliberately protecting deep expertise, critical thinking, and safety critical knowledge.Most importantly, he shares why ethical governance, human in the loop learning, and robust knowledge roots are non negotiable in environments where quality, trust, and safety define success.

Why does healing feel so much more powerful in groups?In this episode, we explore the mechanics of group fields — and why collective healing is not simply individual work multiplied.In this episode Keith and Christabel explore group fields — what they are, how they form, and why healing in a group setting often feels more potent than one-to-one or solo work.Group work isn't just individual healing with more people in the room. When individuals gather with shared intention, a group field emerges — a system with its own intelligence, momentum and capacity for transformation.Together, we break down the dynamics of:The individual field, relational fields, and group fieldsWhy groups create exponential, not linear, effectsHow collective intention and shared attention amplify healingThe role of coherence, resonance, and facilitation in group workWhy group fields feel stronger — and what's actually happeningWe also explore scientific and research-based perspectives on collective fields, including studies on shared intention, coherence, and mass participation — helping bridge lived experience with measurable effects.This episode offers a grounded, demystified look at group healing for practitioners, facilitators, and anyone curious about why working in groups can accelerate insight, integration, and transformation.Group fields are the foundation of our live trainings at Field Dynamics, including EHT-100: Level 1 — Energy Healing Training, where participants learn to work skillfully with individual, relational, and group field dynamics.Learn more about our training programs at: energyfielddynamics.com/training/Enjoyed the episode? Rate & review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify or YouTube Train in Energy Healing Step into your mastery. Learn to facilitate deep, precise, and truly transformative healing experiences. Registration now open - our next EHT-100 Training begins March 2026, live and online. Discover the training → Find Your Energetic Blueprint Not sure where to start? Take the quiz: What's Your Field Type? Reveal your strengths and learn how your energy field shapes your life and relationships.

What if the core of equine‑assisted work isn't a method, a certification, or a discipline — but the shared act of creating a new story together?In this wide‑ranging and deeply human conversation, Rupert Isaacson speaks with Betsy Kahl — senior PATH instructor, social worker, horsewoman, and long‑time collaborator in the Horse Boy and Takhin Equine Integration work. Drawing on decades of experience across therapeutic riding, classical dressage, social work, and the performing arts, Betsy reflects on where equine‑assisted practice has come from, where it is now, and where it may need to go next.Together, Rupert and Betsy explore the often‑unspoken layers beneath equine‑assisted work: grief and loss, belonging and exclusion, the tension between mainstream systems and lived wisdom, and the role horses play in helping humans keep moving when life threatens to stall. From theater arts and role‑playing to adaptive riding, veterans' work, and the quiet intelligence of in‑hand training, this episode weaves together disciplines that are too often kept apart.Rather than arguing for a single approach, this conversation invites practitioners, riders, and listeners to reflect on what unites all good equine work — care for the horse's wellbeing, respect for individual capacity, and the courage to remain present in uncertainty. It is a dialogue about humility, creativity, and the radical idea that healing — for horses and humans alike — is relational.If you work with horses and people, or if horses have helped you navigate grief, transition, or identity, this episode offers both grounding and challenge.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

Today's episode is not a normal business episode. It's more of a life episode with business woven through it. I'm taking you behind the scenes of the six weeks where I basically ignored my to do list and said yes to life instead. I share what was going through my head as work piled up, why I chose presence over productivity, and what actually happened when I stopped trying to control everything. There's a bit of story time, a bit of honest confession, and a lot of lessons about trust, freedom, and remembering why we built these businesses in the first place. If you've ever felt torn between living your life and keeping up with your goals, this one is for you. In this episode, we talk about:What freedom really looks like after years of being a digital nomadWhy recently I've chosen presence over productivity (and why I haven't been as active on the podcast or my socials as much)My recent identity shift when travel is no longer my main priority Why having a location-independent income changes everything—including motherhood, relationships, and how you experience lifeThe balance between saying yes to magic and knowing when to put your head down and workWhy quitting corporate isn't about escaping work..How to build a life where time freedom is normal and not a luxuryIf this episode lit something up inside you and you're serious about creating a life with time freedom, location independence, and work you actually enjoy, I can help you.I've helped 500+ people quit corporate, build online businesses, and design lives that don't require asking for permission.

In a world of constant digital inundation, attention has become the new "scarce water in the desert". This episode explores how to reclaim that focus by looking at the intersection of high-stakes Hollywood storytelling and the science of optimal experience. Host Mike Palmer is joined by Steven Puri, founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. Before building tools for deep work, Puri was a senior executive at major motion picture studios, overseeing production on blockbusters like Independence Day and Braveheart, and managing franchises like Die Hard and Wolverine. He shares how the same rigorous focus required to produce massive films can be applied to modern productivity through the concept of Flow—a state popularized by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. The conversation delves into the "tug of war" for our attention, where trillion-dollar companies utilize behavioral psychology to keep us distracted. Puri breaks down actionable strategies to push past "human slop" and rote activity, moving instead toward meaningful "deep work" that survives the rise of generative AI. Key Insights:

Jonathan Goodman is one of the most influential thought leaders and entrepreneurs in the fitness industry. After years of building businesses and platforms, Jonathan has now made writing books his primary focus.In this episode, Jonathan joins Andrew Coates to unpack the ideas behind his new book, Unhinged Habits, and to challenge some of the most sacred advice in personal development — especially the overemphasis on consistency and incremental progress.Instead, Jonathan makes the case for seasons of unhinged intensity, intentional rest, and creating contrast in your life — while also explaining where consistency still matters and why most people misunderstand how high performers actually operate.THIS EPISODE COVERS:What is wrong with the classic advice of consistency and incremental improvementThe value of thinking in seasons of intensity and seasons of restHow to make seasons of unhinged intensity actually workWhy contrast matters for growth, creativity, and motivationWhy you cannot meaningfully transform more than one major area at a timeHow to put other priorities into maintenance while focusing on transformationThe value of shortening the delay of gratificationWhere consistency truly mattersThe disconnect between what many authors preach and how they actually liveAnd much moreJonathan's book Unhinged Habits is available now, everywhere you can buy books.Instagram: @itscoachgoodmanCHAPTERS01:41 The Concept of Seasonality and Consistency12:32 The Importance of Iteration and Quick Learning16:34 The Role of Contrast and Novelty in Life23:37 Balancing Intensity and Consistency29:53 The Myth of 1 Percent Better Every Day30:41 Building a New System for Growth31:27 The Concept of New Baselines31:55 A Thought Experiment on Wealth Inequality33:22 Seasonality-Focused Intensity34:07 RP Strength and the RP Hypertrophy App35:30 Consistency vs Intensity37:11 Writing, Creativity, and Intense Sprints46:23 The Tiny Backpack Rule47:11 Rebuilding the Calendar48:00 Fitness-First Thinking52:43 The Ideal Calendar55:34 Conclusion and Call to ActionSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode challenged how you think about growth, productivity, or self-improvement, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me — I will respond)Sending it to someone stuck trying to “do everything at once”FOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10 percent off)https://justbitememeals.com/MacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirstDuring setup, answer: How did you hear about us?Type: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15 percent off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Gripps (discount link)https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90 Day Trial (2 steps)Go to: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

EPISODE SUMMARYMost roofers chase leads. The best roofers build a brand.In this episode, Dave and Crystal Williams explain why branding—not just ads—is what makes leads cheaper, customers more loyal, and businesses more valuable over time.EPISODE DESCRIPTIONRoofers are obsessed with leads.But leads get more expensive every year — unless you build something that makes people remember you, trust you, and look for you by name.That's called branding.In this episode, Dave Sullivan sits down with Crystal Williams of Lemon Seed Marketing to explain what branding actually means for roofing companies — and how to build it while still generating leads today.They break down:Why most roofers look the sameHow differentiation keeps you out of price warsHow mascots, billboards, trucks, and storytelling really workWhy “direct search” is the real scorecard for brandingAnd why marketing cannot fix broken operationsCrystal also shares the real-world case study of Eminem Roofing and Rufus the Armadillo, showing how consistent branding helped turn a small roofing company into a dominant regional player.If you want cheaper leads, better customers, and a business that's worth more than its trucks — this is where it starts.YOU'LL LEARNWhat branding actually means (it's not your logo)Why differentiation lets you charge moreHow branding and lead gen should run togetherWhy mascots work — if you commitHow to measure branding using direct searchWhy marketing exposes bad operationsWhen it's time to rebrandHow consistent branding lowers your cost per leadTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why branding matters01:16 – What branding really is03:45 – Storytelling and emotional connection06:45 – Differentiation vs being a commodity09:02 – Brand personality and origin stories13:29 – Eminem Roofing case study17:16 – Rufus the Armadillo and mascots23:24 – When mascots work (and when they don't)29:47 – Ideal customer avatars and audits35:21 – How to measure brand ROI41:14 – Branding is a long-term commitment43:09 – Why marketing can't fix bad operations48:15 – When to rebrand53:45 – Final takeaways54:19 – How to reach CrystalRESOURCESLemon Seed Marketinghttps://lemonseedmarketing.comEmail: hello@lemonseedmarketing.comEmail: crystal@lemonseedmarketing.comLINKSWork with...

The fitness industry is loud, confusing, and full of half-truths — especially when it comes to seed oils, raw milk, supplements, and what actually drives real results. In this long-form conversation, Sam Rodriguez, an Elite Coaching Academy mentee, sits down to break through the noise and talk honestly about nutrition, training, recovery, and the realities of building a coaching business. From whole foods versus supplements, to why consistency and reps matter more than perfect plans, to how lead magnets, booking calls, and AI prompts are reshaping the way coaches and creators operate, this episode connects fitness, business, and mindset into one grounded, no-nonsense discussion for people who are serious about progress.We dive into:The seed oil debate and why people are so dividedRaw milk, whole foods, and supplements — what actually mattersWhy reps, consistency, and time beat overthinking every planThe truth about coaching progress, recovery, and injury managementLead magnets, booking calls, and offer clarity for coachesHow AI prompts and 30-day game plans are changing how creators workWhy most people stay stuck — and how to break out of itChapters:0:01 Intro — Sam Rodriguez, comfort zone & starting the conversation5:02 Whole foods vs supplements (protein powders, “open-sourcing” info)10:02 Physiology + recovery: vascular/immune system, cholesterol/brain15:05 Raw milk & seed oils start showing up heavily20:02 Seed oils deep dive: fats, liver/inflammation-style talk25:02 Training reality: reps, time, making progress30:00 Business tools: lead magnets + “grinding reps” in marketing35:01 Offer clarity + booking calls (fixing the right problems)40:02 Knee pain / mobility: rec fem, foam rolling, rehab process45:02 Coaching mindset + finding the right “angle” for clients50:01 Competing/credentials talk (Olympia / pro cards referenced)55:01 AI prompts + 30-day game plans + AI course mentionDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional for personal health decisions.#fitness #nutrition #onlinecoaching #leadgeneration #ai

Leadership breakdowns rarely come from a lack of effort or care. More often, they happen quietly — through drift.In this final episode of the From Laborer to Leader series, Joey Brannon and Mike LoBue explore why leadership growth cannot sustain itself on mindset alone. Even the most capable leaders will default back to familiar behaviors when structure disappears.This conversation focuses on the disciplines that protect leadership over time — especially as pressure, growth, and urgency increase.You'll learn:Why leadership drift is usually a discipline problem, not a motivation problemHow lack of structure pulls leaders back into technical workWhy owners unintentionally slow leadership growth by failing to protect leadership timeThe role of consistent check-ins, clear expectations, and feedback rhythmsHow systems reduce exhaustion and make leadership sustainableWhy leadership development must be intentional — not assumedThis episode provides practical insight for business owners, executives, and leadership teams who want to develop leaders that can carry responsibility without burning out or drifting backward.Leadership doesn't grow by accident.It grows when mindset, structure, and support work together.Download the Episode 172 Leadership Guide to turn these disciplines into practical tools you can implement immediately.

In this episode, Kathy shares how AesthetiCare Medspa uses small, strategic events to drive new business, meaningful consultations, and real revenue. From proven metrics and what the night actually looks like to follow-up, team involvement, and long-term commitment, this conversation outlines how events can become a repeatable, high-impact growth strategy when done consistently and with intention.Our Small Event 2025 NumbersNumber of events: 48Consultations booked: 564Average client spend: $3500 annuallyPotential new revenue at average spend is $1.9M  Talking PointsAesthetiCare's real metrics from small, in-clinic eventsHow Client Parties and GNOs actually workWhy hosting benefits both the clinic and the hostWhat a successful event night looks likeUsing skincare partners to elevate giveawaysWho from your team should attend and whyThe importance of consistent follow-upTracking performance and improving each eventWhy committing to events for a full year mattersClick here for your downloadable resource.Wellness training is coming to MINT! Follow us on Instagram or email us at info@mintaesthetics.com to get updates as our training programs and new content are released. Resources in this Episode:Events: Big, Small, & Virtual E-coursesAd Links: MINT Aesthetics Online E-coursesIn-Person Training

What do you do when God answered your prayer… and then it feels like everything falls apart? In this episode, Jaime teaches on persistent faith through the powerful biblical account of Elisha and the Shunammite woman in 2 Kings 4. This is a message for anyone who has been waiting, believing, and praying for something God promised, only to feel like time, circumstances, or loss have threatened that promise. You'll hear why faith must be protected, why it matters who you share your faith with, and why persistence in God's presence is often the very thing that produces the miracle. Jaime walks through clear biblical patterns that show us how God responds to faith that refuses to let go. This is not a message about formulas. It's a message about staying close to God, declaring faith even when it doesn't look well yet, and continuing to pray until the answer comes. If you're believing God for healing, restoration, reconciliation, provision, or direction, this teaching will encourage you to stay engaged, stay in faith, and stay near the Source. What You'll Hear in This Episode Why faith can “leak” if it's not continually fed by God's WordWhat the Shunammite woman teaches us about urgency and determinationWhy some battles require silence and discernment about who you talk toThe importance of getting into God's presence before taking actionWhy answered prayers sometimes still require persistenceHow to pray again when the first prayer doesn't seem to workWhy time never cancels a promise God has spokenHow declaring “it is well” is faith, not denial Chapters: 00:00 – When the Promise Feels Delayed or Lost 09:10 – Staying Close to God Keeps You Close to the Miracle 21:00 – When God Gave It and It Died 35:10 – Refusing to Move Without God's Presence 55:15 – Persistent Faith When Time Feels Against You About your host: Jaime Luce' testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn't see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God's way is always the blessed way! Free chapter of Jaime's new book: You Don't Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/ Connect: Website: https://jaimeluce.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.pageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

Move beyond the hype in this episode as we explore how Agentic AI is actively reshaping clinical research by moving from theoretical concepts to real-world autonomous deployments. Tune in to discover how intelligent agents are accelerating trials today and exactly what this shift means for the future of your work.In this episode, host Sandy Vance is behind the mic with Michelle Longmire, the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Medable. Together they dive into what Medable is actually building and why it matters. They break down real examples of trials happening now, the evolving role of Clinical Research Associates, and how ambient and agentic AI are taking on the repetitive work that slows teams down. In this episode, they talk about:Medable's mission and long-term vision for clinical researchA pilot clinical trial Sandy participated in and what it revealedReal-world examples of clinical trials Medable is supporting todayThe evolving role of Clinical Research Associates in AI-enabled trialsKey use cases where Medable delivers the most impactHow ambient AI handles repetitive operational workWhy humans do their best work when focused on complex, meaningful challengesUsing generative and agentic AI in safe, deterministic waysCommon misconceptions about the risks of generative AIEmerging clinical research use cases expected in 2026A Little About Michelle:As the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Medable, Dr. Michelle Longmire is mission-driven to accelerate the development of new therapies for disease. A Stanford-trained physician-scientist, Dr. Longmire witnessed firsthand the critical barriers to drug development – including the time and costs associated with clinical trial participation. She founded Medable to pioneer a new category of clinical trial technologies that remove traditional roadblocks to participation and radically accelerate the research process. Medable is now the industry leader in decentralized and direct-to-patient research, with the ability to serve patients in over 120 languages, 60 countries, and across all therapeutic areas. In addition to having raised over $500M in venture capital and driving Medable to an industry-leading position, Dr. Longmire has received recognition as a leading innovator and businesswoman, including being named as one of the 100 most creative people in business by Fast Company.

For an anxious guy, nothing is more confusing than discovering that your avoidant, seemingly asexual wife was having an affair.No touching. No sex. Years of rejection.And yet… she was sleeping with someone else.I break down a real message from a man in a long-term dead bedroom who discovered his dismissive-avoidant wife had been cheating for years. We dig into anxious vs. avoidant attachment, why this dynamic is so common, and why the affair usually has nothing to do with you lacking masculinity, confidence, or sexual value.If you've ever wondered:“How could she want sex with him but not me?”“What does an avoidant partner actually want?”“Why counseling never seems to work with avoidant spouses?”“Was I just too needy or anxious?”…this video will make things click.We'll also talk about:Why “new” always beats “safe”Why anxious partners are usually the only ones willing to do the workWhy avoidant people struggle in long-term monogamyAnd why this pattern tends to repeat itself again and againIf you're dealing with a dead bedroom, infidelity, or the anxious–avoidant trap, you're not alone.

Send us a textIn this episode of The Nourish Nervous System, I am joined by Karen Canham, board-certified wellness practitioner and founder of Karen Ann Wellness, for a deep and grounded conversation on nervous system regulation, somatic healing, and what it truly means to heal beyond willpower.Karen shares her personal journey — from recovering from anorexia, to climbing the corporate ladder, to ultimately finding her way into nervous system work, somatic experiencing, and parts work therapy. Together, we explore how embodiment can become a powerful doorway into healing, resilience, and authentic leadership.This conversation weaves together polyvagal theory, somatic parts work, and the lived experience of learning to move from chronic stress and reactivity into regulation, clarity, and connection.In this episode, we explore:Karen's path from eating disorder recovery to nervous system–based healing workWhy the nervous system is the foundation of true resilience (not just stress relief)The role of the vagus nerve and how regulation supports healing and capacityHealing through awareness instead of willpowerWhat somatic parts work is and how it helps integrate emotions with compassionHow to work with emotions rather than control or suppress themThe nervous system “ladder” and understanding states of shutdown, regulation, and activationHow nervous system regulation supports leadership, relationships, and co-regulationWhy resilience isn't about staying calm all the time — but moving fluidly between statesA simple, accessible embodiment practice you can begin todayKaren also reframes leadership as an essential life skill — one rooted in clarity, compassion, and presence — and shares how nervous system regulation can create powerful ripple effects in families, workplaces, and communities.Guest Information:Karen Canham is a board-certified wellness practitioner and founder of Karen Ann Wellness, where she helps individuals and organizations move from stress and reactivity into regulation — clear, confident, and connected.Website: https://karenannwellness.com Resources:Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide Abhyanga Self Massage Guide Weekend Nervous System Reset Nourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

In this powerful continuation of our conversation, Annie Bertrand returns to take us deeper into her signature work: ancestral astrology, mother wounds, karmic cycles, and the soul-level patterns that shape our families across generations. In part one, we explored the foundations of astrology and how to understand your chart. In part two, we turn toward the lineage-level healing work — the real-life applications that influence how we mother, how we relate, and how we break the cycles we were born into.Throughout the episode, we explore the real-life tension points most moms face: the self-awareness trap, the fear of “messing up” our kids, the feeling of holding three generations' worth of emotional weight, and the challenge of navigating growth when our partners or families aren't on the same path. Annie offers a grounded, compassionate reminder that healing our own patterns is what shifts the lineage — and that change often ripples through our families without forcing, convincing, or controlling anyone.If you've been craving a deeper understanding of your family dynamics, curious about ancestral healing, or looking for tools to better support your children's emotional world, this conversation will leave you both expanded and grounded. Annie's approach to astrology is practical, accessible, and deeply validating — offering a map for healing your lineage, supporting your kids, and embodying the parent you were meant to be.In this episode, we explore:Ancestral astrology as a tool for understanding inherited patterns, family karma, and the soul contracts we choose before birthHow mother wounds, generational trauma, and lineage stories show up in the Moon sign, Saturn, Chiron, and the IC (lineage axis)The difference between talk therapy vs. energy healing, and why emotional patterns must be addressed through the body and nervous systemHow past-life imprints, karmic memories, and unexplained fears can resurface through motherhood and parentingThe ways parents unconsciously repeat generational patterns — and how to break cycles with awareness, compassion, and energetic workHow to navigate sibling dynamics, emotional mismatches, and conflicting personalities through family astrologyThe “self-awareness trap” and why mothers often feel pressure to parent perfectly when doing lineage-healing workWhy children under seven are especially attuned to their mother's emotional field — and how your healing directly shifts their subconsciousHow to show up as the energetic invitation when your partner or family isn't on the same growth or healing journeyHow astrology helps you honor your unique blueprint, break free from conditioning, and parent from intuition rather than fearBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Annie:Website: anniebertrand.com

Anxious–avoidant relationships are often described as doomed — intense, painful, and inherently incompatible. While these dynamics can certainly be challenging, they're not automatically destined to fail.In this episode, I explore what it actually takes to make an anxious–avoidant relationship work — not through chemistry, hope, or sheer effort, but through three essential, non-negotiable ingredients.I share why these dynamics can become either deeply healing or deeply reinforcing of old wounds, and how safety, responsibility, and discernment determine which way it goes.In this episode, I cover:Why anxious–avoidant relationships can feel both magnetic and destabilisingThe difference between understanding attachment styles and doing the relational workWhy commitment is essential — and how “one foot out the door” undermines safetyThe role of humility in breaking defensive patterns and power strugglesWhy self-awareness isn't enough without nervous system and relational capacityHow to discern whether a relationship can actually support mutual growth and securityThis episode is not about forcing a relationship to work at all costs. It's about honestly assessing whether the conditions required for safety, repair, and growth are present — and whether both partners have the willingness and capacity to do the work.Explore my free resources here

In this episode we'll talk about:Why curiosity is often mislabelled as distraction or lack of focusHow curiosity fuels originality, innovation, and independent thinkingThe difference between obligation-driven work and curiosity-led workWhy curiosity expands instead of depletesHow following what makes you wonder leads to sustainable momentumTrusting curiosity as guidance, not chaosBuilding a life and body of work that grows with you, not against youand more. CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN

In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Elise Balsillie from Thryv to unpack what small and medium businesses can do to keep up with the pace of AI, automation, and digital change, without losing their culture, their margins, or their sanity.What we cover:How Thryv runs a fully remote team of around 400 people across Australia and New Zealand, and the culture systems that make it workWhy remote can improve both productivity and customer service, including flexible hours that fit real small business lifeHow to get back to your zone of genius by automating admin, bookings, reminders, reviews, and overdue invoice follow upsThe new visibility game for small businesses: being found in AI search, why directories still matter, and how to write in natural languageWhy customer data wins, how to segment properly, and how a CRM helps you sell with less pressure and more relationship built inIf you're a small business owner feeling stretched by marketing, emails, and endless admin, this conversation will help you simplify your systems, free up your time, and build a business that performs without costing you your wellbeing and relationships.Learn more about Thryv here: https://www.thryv.comConnect with Elise on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elise-balsillie-8aa1a892/?originalSubdomain=auIf you're interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show

Pre-order Drawing is Important: https://geni.us/DrawingisImportantWhat does it actually take to build a sustainable life in illustration—without burning out or chasing every new platform?In this episode, I'm sharing a conversation where I was the guest on Design Icons, produced by Noun Project. Nick Power's questions gave me a chance to step back and reflect on my career honestly—what's worked, what hasn't, and what I'm still figuring out.We talk about:Lessons learned from a decade+ as an illustratorCreative plateaus and my worst year for client workWhy style is about reliability, not aestheticsHow constraints shape better workVisibility, sustainability, and what actually moves the needleThis one covers all the classic interview questions, but it gave me a chance to reflect on the basics in a real, honest way.→ Support the podcast on Patreon: patreon.com/tomfroese→ Explore Noun Project: thenounproject.com

Trying to get back “on track” with healthy habits… but falling off again? You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong. In this episode, we break down five simple, research-backed strategies to help you finally make your habits stick, even when life gets messy, busy, or unpredictable.From ditching vague goals to actually adjusting your habits for your current season of life (instead of trying to “get back” to who you used to be), this episode is packed with powerful mindset shifts and practical tools you can start using today.We'll also cover why starting smaller than you think is the key to long-term success, how to set expectations that don't lead to burnout, and what to do when you're not even sure you want the goal anymore. (Yes, that's allowed.)In this episode:The real reason vague goals don't workWhy “getting back to it” sets you up to failHow to build habits around your actual life—not your fantasy routineThe power of micro-habits you can do on your worst dayHow long change really takes—and why patience isn't passiveThis isn't about doing more—it's about doing what actually works for you. No extremes, no shame, just real-life habits built to last.Support the showGet Weekly Health Tips: thrivehealthcoachllc.com Join the Thrive Collective Facebook group Let's Connect:@‌ashleythrivehealthcoach or via email: ashley@thrivehealthcoachingllc.com Podcast Produced by Virtually You!

In this episode of Space for Life, host Tommy Thompson is joined by Dr. Wendi Lord, Vice President of Localization for the Come and See Foundation, the organization responsible for taking The Chosen to the world.Wendi shares her journey from the corporate and publishing worlds into a calling that sits at the intersection of faith, technology, and human flourishing. The conversation explores the ambitious mission to translate The Chosen into 600 languages, the importance of delivering content in heart languages, and how emerging technologies like AI are being thoughtfully used to serve people who would otherwise never hear the story of Jesus.Together, Tommy and Wendi wrestle with both the promise and the risks of new technologies, discussing how AI can support spiritual formation, creativity, and global connection without replacing human discernment, community, or God's sovereignty. This episode offers a hopeful and grounded vision for engaging technology faithfully while staying rooted in what matters most.Key TopicsThe mission of The Chosen and the Come and See FoundationDr. Wendi Lord's journey from corporate leadership to faith based workWhy localization is more than translationThe concept of heart languages and cultural relevanceReaching a billion people through technology and storytellingUsing AI to support translation and lower resourced languagesOpportunities and threats presented by emerging technologiesFaith, discernment, and God's sovereignty in a digital ageHuman flourishing in a technology driven world(0:00) Introduction and Wendi's Story(4:34) From Corporate Leadership to Calling(12:07) The Chosen and the Mission of Come and See(18:15) Reaching a Billion People Through Story(26:09) The Role of AI in Localization and Translation(31:48) Speech to Speech Technology and Heart Languages(39:31) Risks and Threats of Emerging Technologies(49:14) Opportunities for Faith, Creativity, and Human Flourishing(56:30) Balancing Technology With Human Connection(1:05:49) Final Encouragement and HopeLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

In this episode we'll talk about:Why early interests matter more than we thinkHow conditioning disconnects us from instinctThe difference between fascination and fantasyTranslating childhood curiosity into adult workWhy intuition usually speaks before strategyHow to reconnect without blowing up your lifeand more. CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN

In this episode, Davies Owens briefly steps into the archives to revisit a valuable conversation with Dr. Louis Markos on how the ancient world understood virtue, education, and human flourishing, and why those insights remain essential today.Dr. Markos explains how the Greeks and Romans, though lacking Christian revelation, asked the right questions about human nature, moral formation, and the purpose of education. Figures such as Socrates and Plato modeled humility, rational discourse, and civic responsibility, forming a vision of education aimed not merely at usefulness, but at virtue.Together, Davies and Dr. Markos explore why classical Christian education continues to draw from this ancient inheritance. Far from being outdated, a liberal arts education grounded in timeless truths prepares students to engage a modern, technology-driven world with wisdom, clarity, and courage.

What do Christian men actually want when it comes to dating, attraction, and a future wife? We brought three single Christian guys into the studio and asked them the questions single Christian women really want answered.From red flags and first dates to lust, attraction, porn, ghosting, and why guys hesitate to make a move, this episode gives you a real look inside how Christian men think when it comes to dating and relationships.We'll talk about:What Christian men actually look for in a future wifeThe biggest red flags that make guys lose interest fastHow men read interest and what hints actually workWhy some guys take forever to ask a girl outHow to tell if he is just friendly or actually interestedHow much physical appearance actually mattersThe difference between attraction and lust from a guy's perspectiveWhy men ghost and what is really going on thereHow men think about porn, purity, and self controlWhat men are doing now to prepare for marriageThe most confusing things women do in the talking stageDating flops that were painful then but funny nowIf you have ever wondered what men are thinking but were too afraid to ask, this episode will clear up a lot of confusion and probably challenge a few assumptions.

Send us a textIn this deeply expansive episode, we sit down with Elisa Romeo, M.F.T., licensed marriage and family therapist, bestselling author, intuitive teacher, and host of the Holy & Human podcast. Elisa shares her journey of awakening, soul remembrance, and the lived embodiment of the Divine Feminine—not as a concept, but as a grounded, practical way of living, loving, and leading.After a life-changing out-of-body experience, Elisa discovered her ability to communicate directly with Soul-energy, including the consciousness of Mary Magdalene, whom she works with as a guide for feminine reclamation, love, and spiritual authority. Blending depth psychology, mysticism, and intuitive soul communication, Elisa has supported thousands of clients worldwide in transforming their relationships, businesses, and inner lives.We Explore:Divine Feminine & Mary Magdalene ConsciousnessHow Elisa defines the Divine Feminine in a practical, embodied wayWorking with Mary Magdalene Consciousness as a living spiritual intelligenceWhat reclaiming feminine power looks like during fear, doubt, and visibilityWhere modern women and intuitives are still operating from masculine overdriveIntuition, Soul, and Long-Term SustainabilityHow Elisa's intuition has evolved emotionally, spiritually, and psychically over decadesCommon misunderstandings newer intuitives have about longevity in this workWhy intuition without grounding, boundaries, and integrity leads to burnoutBusiness, Money & Spiritual IntegrityLearning how to receive money without disconnecting from soul or valuesHealing the split between spirituality and financial abundanceShadow Work & Ego IntegrationHow ego can hijack intuitive gifts—and how to bring it back into alignmentWhy shadow work is essential for authentic spiritual leadershipResources & LinksElisa Romeo's Mystery SchoolMeet Your Soul & Holy Love by Elisa RomeoHoly & Human PodcastPlease rate and review the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Enroll in ARCANA today: https://aguaastrology.teachable.com/p/arcana See our faces on YouTube!Want to book a reading with Gabrielle? Please visit her website www.aguaastrology.com Want to book a session with Nichole? https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/32f06ea7/appointment/72886342/calendar/11334222 Follow us on Instagram @thespirtualsisterspodcast Follow Gabrielle on Instagram @aguaastrology (She will NEVER DM you for readings! Watch out for scammers!)Follow Nichole on Instagram @thenicholechristine Subscribe to Gabrielle's YouTube Channel Agua AstrologyJoin Soul Reading MethodMini Tarot Re...

Breath to Breath Film that celebrates the contributions by Dr. Michael WelshA Conversation with Dr. Michael Welsh: The Science That is Saving LivesIt's always such a privilege to feature CF icons on the podcast. Over the years, we've been fortunate to host some of the most influential names in cystic fibrosis research, including Dr. Francis Collins, the former director of the NIH and one of the authors of the Human Genome Project, and his longtime friend Dr. Mitch Drumm, who was working on his doctorate when the CF gene was discovered back in 1989.I actually saw Mitch recently at a dinner, and as many of you know, Dr. Collins continues to be a tireless advocate for good science and for sharing its importance with the world.And now, we add another legend to that list: Dr. Michael Welsh from the University of Iowa.Dr. Welsh tells his story beautifully in the University's film Breath by Breath: Living with Cystic Fibrosis. In it, he describes how his curiosity about the CFTR protein led to groundbreaking discoveries that ultimately laid the foundation for CF therapies, the very treatments that have changed (and saved) thousands of lives, including the lives of my daughters.Dr. Welsh's career is extraordinary, spanning decades of research, mentorship, and discovery. He's the Carver Professor of Internal Medicine and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Iowa, and from 1989 to 2024, he served as an Investigator with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He currently directs both the Pappajohn Biomedical Institute and the Cystic Fibrosis Research Center.We've linked both his full bio and the film in the show notes, and I highly encourage you to check them out. His accolades could fill pages, actually, an entire book! We had so many laughs too in this podcast! So much fun. You'll really enjoy it.Dr. Welsh shared insights not only into his scientific journey, but also the heart behind the work. He recently received the Lasker Award for pioneering CF research that led to life-saving therapies, a recognition that celebrates decades of persistence, curiosity, and collaboration.We discussed so much:How his team began unraveling the mystery of the CFTR protein and what that breakthrough moment felt likeWhat it's like to see patients thriving because of the treatments that grew from that workWhy the University of Iowa decided to produce Breath by Breath, and what the film means to him personallyWhat new treatments and discoveries he's exploring nowHearing Dr. Welsh describe the intersection of science, hope, and humanity is powerful. You can tell that for him, this work isn't just research, it's a mission.As the documentary shows, CF isn't just a disease studied under a microscope. It's a lived experience for patients and families, one that now includes real hope thanks to the breakthroughs made by scientists like Dr. Michael Welsh.Biography:Dr. Michael Welsh is the Carver Professor of Internal Medicine and Molecular Physiology andBiophysics at the University of Iowa. From 1989-2024, he was an Investigator of the HowardHughes Medical Institute. He directs the Pappajohn Biomedical Institute and the Cystic FibrosisResearch Center.Dr. Welsh obtained an MD and completed an internal medicine residency at the University ofIowa. He then trained in pulmonary medicine and research at the University of California, SanFrancisco and physiology at the University of Texas, Houston.Dr. Welsh and his colleagues discovered that the protein affected in cystic fibrosis is an anionchannel, elucidated its functional mechanisms, discovered ways that mutations disrupt function,and showed that mutations can be rescued. This work led directly to development of medicinesthat target CFTR and are highly effective for most cystic fibrosis patients. To understand diseasepathogenesis, he and his collaborators developed cystic fibrosis pigs, the first mammal, otherthan mice, in which a gene was targeted to generate a disease model.His clinical activities focused on pulmonary diseases. He has trained many physicians andscientists and received the Distinguished Mentor Award, University of Iowa Carver College ofMedicine.To watch the film, click here:  https://uihealthcare.org/cystic-fibrosis-research-iowa#documentaryTo learn more about Dr. Welsh: https://internalmedicine.medicine.uiowa.edu/profile/michael-welsh Please like, subscribe, and comment on our podcasts!Please consider making a donation: https://thebonnellfoundation.org/donate/The Bonnell Foundation website:https://thebonnellfoundation.orgEmail us at: thebonnellfoundation@gmail.com Watch our podcasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurabonnell1136/featuredThanks to our sponsors:Vertex: https://www.vrtx.comViatris: https://www.viatris.com/en

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsI'm breaking down my exact goal-setting system and the annual planning method I use with my private clients to help them stop starting over and actually follow through.This episode is about clarity, alignment and action. Not hype. Not motivation. And not beating yourself up when things don't go to plan.I walk you through the thinking behind my annual reset process and explain how to reflect on the past year without judgement, identify what truly matters, and build goals that are achievable and sustainable.In this episode, you will discover:Why most goal-setting fails before FebruaryHow to review the past year without shame or self-criticismA simple way to identify what gave you energy and what drained itHow to use WMI (What's Most Important) to prioritise your life and workWhy belief systems quietly sabotage behaviour and resultsHow to narrow your focus to the one goal that matters most right nowWhat to do in the next 30 days so momentum actually sticksWhy high performance is hormonal and how the MEDS framework supports consistencyYou'll also hear about a free goal-setting workbook you can download to work through this process step by step. It's the same workbook my coaching clients use to reset, reflect and build a clear plan for the year ahead.If you've been setting goals with good intentions but struggling to follow through, this episode will help you slow down, see clearly and take meaningful action.Because hope isn't a strategy.Habits beat hope every day of the week.Download the free workbook here - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/2026workbookJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting workshop here - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsGet the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000's of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletterOn my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.If you could take the time to subscribe, that would help my channel grow and it would mean you wouldn't miss an episode. Subscribe here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA?sub_confirmation=1Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsSupport the show

Hey babes! Today's episode is a replay of one of our most-loved conversations, and honestly—it deserves another listen. I'm bringing back my powerful chat with Sarah Crystal because this episode is pure gold when it comes to permanent weight loss, real mindset work, and doing the root-level healing that actually sticks.Sarah is a clinical psychologist, a Yummy Mummy client, and someone who lost 30 pounds—and kept it off. In this episode, she shares what it really looks like to lose weight for the last time, including why tools like plastic surgery or GLP-1s can be helpful but are never the full solution on their own. This conversation is about building a life, identity, and daily practices that make weight regain unnecessary.We talk about losing weight on vacation (yes, really), ending the deprivation mindset, creating discipline that feels freeing, and why pre-planning your food and life is an act of self-respect—not restriction. Sarah also opens up about her experience with plastic surgery after having twins, why it didn't “fix everything,” and how doing the internal work completely changed how she feels in her body.You'll hear about:How Sarah lost 30 pounds and kept it off long-termWhy mindset and emotional regulation are non-negotiable for permanent weight lossLosing weight on vacation without deprivationThe difference between surface-level fixes and true root workWhy plastic surgery and GLP-1s don't solve the “why” behind weight gainHow daily journaling, intentional planning, and self-trust change everythingWhat it actually takes to feel done with food drama and body shameIf this episode lights something up in you, it's not an accident. And if you've been circling this work for a while, let this replay be your sign.✨ Join the FREE Lose 5 Pounds While Life Is Lagging challenge (Jan 5–9):https://lauraconley.com/drop5✨ Ready to go all in and lose weight for the last time? Book a call here:https://lauraconley.com/loseEnjoy the replay, babes. This one hits every time.

If you're asking yourself “How do you plan for 2026 when everything feels uncertain?” or “How can I avoid burnout next year?” This episode offers a different way forward. Instead of goals, predictions, or productivity resets, Jenn Walker Wall explores how to prepare for a new year with intention, flexibility, and care.You'll hear a framework built around integrity, rhythm, resonance, resources, and awe. These are structures designed to help you navigate work, career decisions, and personal goals without defaulting to hustle or burnout. Jenn reflects on why depth and sensitivity are often misunderstood at work, how traditional career narratives are breaking down, and what it looks like to move forward without optimizing yourself into exhaustion.This episode is about slowing down without giving up, creating meaning without overcommitting, and building structures that help you stay grounded, values-aligned, and resourced—especially in a volatile professional landscape.Episode HighlightsWhy 2026 planning requires flexibility, not rigid goal-settingHow integrity can serve as a stabilizing force in uncertain timesThe shift from routines to rhythms, and why seasons matterWhy it can feel like depth, sensitivity, and “soft-skills” are often undervalued at workMoving away from self-optimization and toward meaning and contributionHow resonance can guide career and job decisionsThe role of resources (energy, people, support systems) in sustainable workWhy it's okay to build a new year around nourishment, not productivityEpisode Timestamps00:00 — Planning for 2026 in an Era of Uncertainty03:18 — How Do You Plan Without Control? Rethinking Goals and Success06:03 — Depth as an Asset: Why Work Rarely Makes Space for It)07:43 — Integrity Over Optimization: A New Career Framework09:12 — Rhythms Over Routines: Sustainable Ways to Work and Live)12:51 — Resonance as a Career Compass13:36 — Creating Awe, Resources, and Support Systems17:00 — Designing Job Searches and Careers That Reflect How You Want to WorkResources and LinksSacred Structures: A Retreat Day for the Capricorn New MoonWork Wonders Careers Job Search CommunityRevive Your Career Session or BundleCareers at the End SubstackConnect with Jenn on LinkedInEpisode 56: How to Create Income Without a Corporate Job: Portfolio Careers, Self Employment and Other Ways to Make $$Episode 57: What to Do When Your Industry Is in Crisis: Resume Strategies and Job Search Tips to Help You Pivot Careers in a Tough MarketEpisode 59: From Side Hustle to Steady Work: Proven Strategies to Attract and Keep Freelance ClientsCreditsPodcast editing by Vienna DeGiacomo, Good Story BrandingCreditsPodcast editing by Vienna DeGiacomo, Good Story Branding

In this deeply grounding episode of Thrive Today Podcast, host Natalie Born sits down with Thrive Today founder and Victory Church pastor Colleen Rouse to unpack one of the most misunderstood and most resisted topics in leadership: rest. Together, they explore why rest often carries guilt for high achievers, how striving quietly erodes trust and creativity, and why God's design for work has always been rooted in rhythm, boundaries, and grace. From perfectionism and trauma responses to Sabbath mentality and stewardship, this conversation reframes rest not as a reward for finishing—but as the foundation from which healthy leadership flows. If you've ever struggled to turn your brain off, tied your worth to productivity, or felt trapped in pressure-driven performance, this episode offers both spiritual clarity and practical tools to lead from peace instead of pressure. [00:00 – 02:30] Why Rest Feels So Uncomfortable for Leaders • Why the word rest can trigger guilt, fear, or shame. • How modern work culture rewards constant output over sustainable rhythm. • Introducing the tension between high achievement and overachievement. [02:31 – 05:30] When High Achievement Turns into Striving • The internal pressure that drives overwork more than deadlines do. • Why overachieving often leads to burnout, not impact. • How striving reveals deeper issues of trust and identity. [05:31 – 09:00] Rest Begins Before the Work • “Rest doesn't begin when you're done—it precedes the work.” • Understanding Sabbath as a posture, not just a practice. • Why so many leaders struggle to quiet their minds at night. [09:01 – 12:30] Boundaries, Trust, and God's Design for Work • Why anxiety increases when boundaries are absent. • How Sabbath helps leaders recognize when striving begins. • Clarifying what belongs to us—and what belongs to God. [12:31 – 16:00] Grace as the Diagnostic Tool • How to tell whether you're operating in grace or pressure. • Why grace doesn't remove difficulty—but brings ease. • Learning to identify where God is already at work. [16:01 – 19:30] Perfectionism, Trauma, and Leadership Culture • How perfectionism is often rooted in a lack of contentment. • Why control can be a trauma response, not a leadership strength. • The impact of unresolved patterns on teams and organizations. [19:31 – 22:30] Stewardship vs. Ownership • Why leaders often carry weight they were never meant to hold. • The difference between being an owner and a steward. • How stewardship restores margin, clarity, and peace. [22:31 – End] Practical Practices for Restful Leadership • Using Scripture, worship, and journaling to retrain the mind. • Creating margin as a spiritual discipline. • Leading from identity as a daughter and friend of God—not performance. Quotes: “Rest doesn't begin when you're done working—it precedes the work.” – Colleen Rouse “Grace doesn't make your job easier; it gives you ease while doing it.” – Colleen Rouse “You have nothing to prove. You have everything to give.” – Colleen Rouse About Colleen Rouse: Colleen Rouse is the founder of Thrive Today and the founding pastor of Victory Church in Norcross, Georgia. She is a trusted voice for faith-centered leadership, helping high-capacity leaders move from pressure-driven performance to grace-filled stewardship. Connect with Thrive Today:

January 1st doesn't change anything until you change something.Every year people say “New year, new me”, set big goals, feel motivated… and then fall right back into the same patterns. This isn't a discipline problem. It's not laziness. It's psychology.In this video, we break down:Why motivation fades in 24–48 hoursThe science behind why goals feel good before you do the workWhy most resolutions die before January 3rdHow identity, habits, and environment actually create changeWhy the calendar flipping doesn't mean your patterns changedThis isn't hype.This is about understanding how your brain works, why you sabotage progress, and what actually leads to consistency in your life, business, health, and habits.You don't need a fresh start.You need a new identity.Our Sponsors:* Check out ClickUp and use my code SOCIALPROOF for a great deal: https://www.clickup.com* Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/socialproof* Check out NordProtect: https://nordprotect.com/socialproof* Check out Northwest Registered Agent and use my code socialprooffree for a great deal: https://northwestregisteredagent.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Jenilee sits down with deliverance minister and author Mike Brewer for a powerful and eye-opening conversation on bloodline deliverance, generational curses, and what it really means to become the Curse Breaker in your family.Together they unpack:What generational curses are — and what they are notHow bloodline assignments begin through agreements, rituals, and traumaWhy certain patterns repeat in families for generationsSigns that a spiritual influence may be operating in your lineageReal deliverance stories that reveal how bloodline covenants workWhy demons often target entire family lines instead of individualsHow one believer can shift the spiritual trajectory for their whole householdPractical steps to walk in freedom and protect the next generationIf you've felt like you're fighting battles you never started, or carrying weights that don't make sense… this conversation will give you clarity, language, and a roadmap for freedom.

Rich Ryan and elite Hyrox athlete Meg MJ Jacoby break down training, racing, and recovery while balancing real life. From Rich's first weeks as a new dad to MJ's return to peak Hyrox form after injury, this episode covers how to train smarter, race less, and improve performance through patience, efficiency, and execution. A must-listen for Hyrox athletes, hybrid competitors, and busy parents chasing PRs.00:00 – Training realityRich shares how sleep, recovery, and training look in the first weeks of parenthood.07:15 – Balancing Hyrox, family, and workWhy elite and age-group athletes must “cut the fluff” to perform at a high level.18:40 – Racing less to get fasterMJ explains why frequent Hyrox races can stall progress and hurt long-term results.30:10 – Returning from injury the right wayLessons from MJ's comeback: patience, accountability, and trusting the process.46:30 – What actually improves Hyrox timesEfficiency, transitions, and small training adjustments that matter most at higher levels.

In this powerful and informative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Dr Mohammad Farivar, a leading gastroenterologist, researcher, and educator, to shed light on one of the most misunderstood and often misdiagnosed conditions of our time, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).Dr Mo, known for his compassionate and integrative approach to patient care, breaks down what IBS really is, how it manifests in the body, and the crucial role that the gut-brain connection plays in managing symptoms. He also discusses cutting-edge treatment options, including lifestyle interventions, diet, stress management, and the emerging science around the microbiome.With decades of clinical experience and a deep commitment to helping patients regain control over their health, Dr Mo empowers listeners to understand their bodies, reduce shame, and take proactive steps towards healing.Tune in to learn:What IBS really is — and what it isn'tThe symptoms and triggers to watch forHow anxiety, stress, and trauma impact digestive healthThe power of the gut-brain connectionPractical treatment strategies and lifestyle approaches that workWhy a holistic approach is key to long-term reliefWhether you're personally living with IBS, know someone who is, or simply want to better understand how emotional health impacts physical wellbeing, this episode offers a wealth of insight and hope.Book:Is it IBS or Your DIET?: A Unique, Pivotal, and “Out of the Box” Book about Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFZRKN34Find Dr. Mo Here:Website: https://www.gerd-ibs.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mohammad.farivar.7Email: m1945f@gmail.comFind Marisa online: Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos Resources: MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/ Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/ Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! https://lovethepodcast.com/avoiceandbeyond Share your thoughts and takeaways from this episode on social media and tag us @avoiceandbeyond — we'd love to hear your perspective!

Liting Cong is Legal Counsel at ASICS, one of Japan's most successful sportswear companies. Liting shares her journey through the lens of Japanese aesthetics, particularly the concept of wabi-sabi or embracing imperfection, impermanence, and incompleteness. If you're considering an in-house career in Japan, curious about human-centric AI, or looking for wisdom on embracing life's uncertainties, you will enjoy the metaphor Liting shares about building a beautiful garden. More on that inside this episode! If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Head over to Apple Podcasts to leave a review and we'd love it if you would leave us a message here!In this episode you'll hear:How Japanese martial arts and dance became a source of peace and resilience during challenging timesThe evolution of in-house counsel roles beyond gatekeeping and contract reviewPractical strategies for unlearning perfectionism that Liting uses herself at workWhy ideation is a lawyer's secret weapon in the age of AILiting's favourite book and other fun facts About LitingLiting Cong is a Legal Counsel at ASICS Corporation, where she leads global privacy, AI governance, and digital initiatives in the Legal Department. She graduated from Grinnell College in 2011, and University of Toronto Faculty of Law in 2014. She was admitted to the bar in Ontario in 2015, and in New York in 2019. Before relocating to Japan, Liting gained diverse international experience at King & Wood in Shanghai, Shin & Kim in Seoul, and Stikeman & Elliott in Toronto, and started her own practice as a sole practitioner in Toronto.In addition to her legal credentials, Liting is a data protection professional with multiple certifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) for European privacy (CIPP/E), privacy program management (CIPM), and artificial intelligence governance (AIGP). With over a decade of experience living and working in Canada and Japan, Liting brings not only legal expertise but also fluency in the languages--English, Chinese, and Japanese--and a deep understanding of cross-cultural business environments. In 2018, as an avid fan of Japanese arts and culture since childhood, Liting relocated to Japan. She joined Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation in Osaka as Legal Counsel, and later SymBio Pharmaceuticals Limited in Tokyo as Legal Manager.In 2023, Liting joined ASICS Corporation in its global headquarters in Kobe. She now serves as the lead in global privacy and AI governance and managing ASICS' digital initiatives across the globe. Liting lives in Osaka with her husband and a cat who enjoys making cameos in Teams calls and supervising all her legal work.  Connect with LitingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/litingcong/ LinksGokan: https://patisserie-gokan.co.jp/item/ The Cultural Map by Erin Meyer https://amzn.asia/d/9w9muCI Connect with Catherine LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/oconnellcatherine/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyeronair

Send us a textMost of us are one decision away from giving up. We're at the breaking point, questioning if we're qualified, if our pain has purpose, if it's even worth continuing. And in that moment—when you're about to quit—everything changes. Or nothing does. It depends on what you choose next.In this life-altering episode, mental health professional Alison Lager and voice coach Matt Berthot sit down to discuss the exact moment when most people walk away from their calling. They've both been there. Alison survived her husband's suicide, childhood abuse, eating disorders, and a murder trial. Matt inherited generational trauma from his grandfather's suicide and his father's alcoholism. Both were broken. Both were about to quit. Both chose differently.And they're here to tell you: The moment you're about to quit is exactly when you must keep going.But they're not just offering motivation. They're offering a framework—one rooted in neuroscience, Scripture, and lived experience—for what to do when the eclipse of despair gets too dark to see through.You'll discover:Why "God qualifies the called" means your inadequacy is the invitationHow the suicide mind works (and it's not what you think)The one skill that prevents emotional collapse: emotional sobrietyThe three-step framework that transforms your worst pain into your life's workWhy bigger growth always means bigger storms—and how to prepareThe Hadestown lesson: How to sing your sad song and still find hopeHow to practice resilience in small moments so you have it in big crisesWhat happens when you finally say yes to that small, still voice inside youWhy receiving help is harder than giving it (and why that's destroying you)The difference between reaction and response (it's a 10-second pause)This episode is for anyone standing at the edge. For the burnt-out parent, struggling entrepreneur, the person in crisis. It's for people who've lost people to suicide. It's for people who've thought about it themselves.Alison and Matt aren't here to tell you it gets easier. They're here to tell you it gets meaningful. And that changes everything.

What if the agencies that crush Q1 aren't working harder in January, they're making one  or two critical decisions right now, in December?In this solo episode, Dan reveals why Q1 consistently catches agencies off-guard and what separates those who stumble into the new year from those who hit the ground running. The secret isn't about working through the holidays or setting ambitious goals—it's about installing a systematic referral system during Q4's quieter moments. What You'll Leave With:Why trust, not awareness, became the scarce resource after 2020 and how it changes your approachThe four stages agencies move through and how to identify which phase you're stuck inThe "high school gym vs. NFL stadium" test for choosing the right lead generation strategy based on market sizeHow to structure connector calls to get 2-5 quality referrals from a single conversationThe simple human emotion that makes people actually follow through on promised introductionsA two-pronged outreach system that keeps your pipeline full even when you're buried in client workWhy making it easier for people to help you eliminates the awkwardness of asking for referralsThe one free data tool you need to get started without expensive SaaS platformsTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction: The strange Q4 gap period and what's coming[02:33] The Cobbler's children phase and why most agencies get stuck there[05:00] The four stages of agency growth and how they're detached from revenue[09:15] The 2020 trust recession and why cold outreach stopped working[12:30] High school gym vs. NFL stadium: Choosing the right strategy for your market[16:45] The systematic referral framework: How to generate warm intros weekly[21:20] Structuring connector calls to get 2-5 referrals per conversation[24:10] The emotional game changer that makes introductions actually happen[27:17] Common objections: "This seems like too much work" and "I'm worried about asking for help"[29:35] How this scales beyond your initial network (sprint, jog, run phases)[31:54] The Referral Engine Program and Referral Network Diagnostic offerQuotes: "A lot of agencies end up in level two, which we call the Cobbler's children phase. They have a track record, they've produced results for clients, but new business is very reactive—it's very much catch as catch can." — Dan Englander"After 2020, we saw a massive shift. Trust became the scarce resource, not awareness. Everyone's inbox is full, everyone's LinkedIn is saturated, and people have gotten really good at tuning out anything that feels like cold outreach." — Dan Englander"If you're getting on a call a day—like an apple a day keeps the doctor away—or five calls a week, that is usually more than enough to hit 99% of sales goals." — Dan Englander

I have always wanted to sit down with someone that knows all about Facebook/ Meta ads…how to do them, the cost, and the benefits. And my guest today knows all about this. I spent time talking (actually grilling) Brennan Haelig, the founder of Jumpstart ROI—an agency managing millions in ad spend and known for helping creatives (especially photographers) grow with simple, practical marketing. He even give us the investment potential, both from the cost of the ad to what to expect to pay a pro to help us.Brennan shares journey from losing everything to building a thriving company gives him a grounded, real-world perspective that I think you will be inspired by. And how he ended up understanding the needs of photographers when marketing to potential clients.What to Listen ForThe surprisingly simple, but very effective, ad offer photographers are getting great results fromThe one targeting shift that makes Meta ads actually workWhy “boosting” isn't all bad—and when to use itThe mindset change that can transform your relationship with marketingHis parting thought is to just challenge your limiting beliefs around digital marketing and around paid advertising. Just because you tried it once and it didn't work doesn't mean it can't be a game changer with a few tweaks.Connect with Brennanbrennan@jumpstartroi.comwww.jumpstartroi.com/photographyConnect with Photography Business Coach Luci Dumas: Website Email: luci@lucidumas.comInstagram FacebookYouTubeNew episodes drop every week — make sure to subscribe so you never miss an inspiring guest or a powerful solo episode designed to help you grow your photography business.

In this episode, Clint sits down with Simon Mainwaring – internationally recognized brand futurist, bestselling author, and Founder & CEO of We First – to explore how businesses can thrive by putting shared purpose at the center of everything they do.Simon shares his journey from global ad executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, sparked by a deeply personal wake-up call and a growing belief that business can be humanity's greatest problem-solver. Drawing on decades of experience guiding top brands, Simon breaks down the thinking behind his “Lead with We” framework and why a “we-first” mindset is the key to building sustainable businesses, trusted cultures, and collective impact at scale.From long-term capitalism and employee activism to AI, misinformation, and forest bathing, this discussion blends leadership strategy, cultural commentary, and practical brand insights you can apply right now. This is the first part of a two-part conversation.Topics Covered:Simon's origin story: from global ad exec to impact strategistThe missed call(s) that reshaped his life and workWhy companies must lead with “We,” not “Me”The Virtuous Spiral: a force-multiplier for brand impactThe role of business in an age of climate, trust, and social breakdownCapitalism vs. Conscious Capitalism: is it really a tradeoff?How long-term value wins over short-term gainsTrust in the age of AI and misinformationWhy leading with purpose isn't just good; it's good businessLinks & Resources:Simon's website - https://simonmainwaring.com/Simon's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonmainwaring/ Simon's company, We First Inc. - https://wefirstbranding.com/ Simon's email - simon@wefirstbranding.com Simon's book, “We First” - https://amzn.to/3Mhx4V0 Simon's book, “Lead With We” - https://amzn.to/3Me1HL7 Clint's website - www.clintpadgett.com Clint's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintpadgett/ 

In this week's episode, Shelby is interviewed by the lovely Meghan Ruttan, sharing all about the inner workings of the successful nurse coaches, and learning some fun facts about Shelby's personal life.Shelby shares what she endures behind the scenes every day: the patterns, the breakthroughs, the wobbliness, the resistance, and the moments when everything finally clicks. Her perspective is both grounding and validating, especially for anyone who is in the messy, uncertain, or stretchy season of becoming a nurse coach.In this episode, you will hear:The behind the scenes experience of supporting new nurse coachesCommon fears and mindset obstacles students face in their first monthsWhy discomfort is not a sign something is wrongHow to move through overwhelm without shutting downThe difference between consuming information and actually embodying the workWhy being coachable matters far more than being confidentWhat Shelby wishes every new nurse coach understood at the startHow NLCA blends emotional support, skills practice, and business strategyThe power of community and why it accelerates growthReal stories of breakthroughs, pivots, and unexpected wins inside the programSuccess as a nurse coach is not about having it all figured out. It is about staying connected, staying coachable, and allowing yourself to grow into someone you have not yet met.Connect with us:Instagram: @successfulnursecoachesWebsite: www.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.comJoin our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesuccessfulnursecoachIf you loved this episode…Please take 30 seconds to subscribe, rate, and leave a review — it helps more nurses find this work and fall in love with the boring parts too.Watch the full episode on Youtube:https://youtu.be/CXV9-AGuougMentioned in this episode:https://www.thesuccessfulnursecoaches.com/maketheleapwithTSNC

Most people think retiring at 58 is “too early”… but after working with hundreds of pre-retirees, I can tell you — many could walk away years sooner than they think.In this episode, I break down the framework behind early retirement and show you why the biggest retirement mistake isn't leaving too soon… it's waiting too long based on outdated assumptions.You'll hear the real story of Mark and Susan — a couple who came to me at 58 feeling unsure, unprepared, and afraid they didn't have enough. With $1.8 million saved, a pension starting in two years, and a timely inheritance, we designed a strategy that allowed them to retire confidently, travel early, and enjoy their healthiest years instead of working through them.In today's episode, you'll learn:Why “the number” is one of the most misleading retirement mythsHow retirement spending naturally drops 20–30% after leaving workWhy your late 50s may be your best health and energy windowThe bridge-income strategies that make 58 retirement realistic— pensions, Roth contributions, ACA planning, and part-time workHow regret prevention should guide your timing decisionsWhat a comprehensive 58-retirement plan actually looks likeHow the Red Zone Retirement Planning Process™ supports early retireesIf you're in your mid-50s and wondering whether you're actually closer to retirement than you think, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need.Want to see whether retiring at 58 works for you?Take my free Retirement Readiness Quiz — and I'll send you a personalized planning video based on your results.How much you need to retire quiz: https://bit.ly/Adam-OlsonInvesting involves risk, including loss of principal. Be sure to understand the benefits and limitations of your available options and consider all factors prior to making any financial decisions. Any strategies discussed may not be suitable for everyone. Securities and advisory services offered through Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Adam Olson, Representative. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services is not affiliated with any entity listed herein. This podcast is for educational purposes only and may include references to concepts that have legal and/or tax implications. Mutual of Omaha Investor Services and its representatives do not offer legal or tax advice. The information presented is subject to change without notice and is not intended as an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any security or insurance product.Mutual of Omaha Investor Services and its various affiliates do not endorse or adopt comments posted by third parties. Comments posted by third parties are their own and may not be representative or indicative of other's opinions, views, and experiences.

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former All American wrestler and high performance coach Jim Harshaw Jr to unpack what it really takes to go from good to great without burning out.From a blue collar upbringing to the NCAA podium and training as an Olympic hopeful, Jim shares how he rebuilt his entire life through structure, coaching and an environment of excellence.What we cover:Jim's journey from feeling out of his depth at a top university to becoming an All American, double graduate and Olympic hopefulThe four part framework for high performance: radical vision, aligned goals, an environment of excellence and a long term follow through planThe “miracle day,” billion dollar and funeral exercises that unlock what you really want from life and workWhy failure is a necessary ingredient for success and how to run a simple review so you actually learn from it instead of shrinking your goalsThe power of the “productive pause,” coaching and community, plus the daily habits and bookends Jim uses to keep performing at a high levelIf we can reframe failure, choose our environment and protect time to think, high performance stops being a grind and starts becoming the natural result of how we live.Learn more about Jim here - https://jimharshawjr.comListen to Jim's podcast here - https://jimharshawjr.com/podcast/Apply for a free coaching call with Jim - https://jimharshawjr.net/callAction Plans + Success Through Failure Exercise - https://jimharshawjr.net/action-plan-landing-page1729264671370If you're interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text message - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show

The holidays can stir up a full range of emotions, especially when you are carrying the weight of relational pain or the uncertainty of the healing process. In this episode, we step away from our usual structure and simply sit with you, offering a personal message of support for the weeks ahead.We talk about giving yourself permission to be where you are, without pressure to feel a certain way or perform a picture perfect holiday season. We explore the importance of honoring your yes and your no, creating space for relief, grief, joy, overwhelm, and everything in between. We also speak directly to those walking through separation, fresh discovery, or ongoing tension during a time that is supposed to feel warm and connected.Our hope is that this conversation feels like sitting at our kitchen table with us. You get to be honest about what you are holding this year, and you get to build the holiday you can manage, not the one you think you should create.You will hear us talk about: Giving yourself permission to be exactly where you are this seasonWhy pressure to be okay makes the holidays harderHow to identify a strong yes and a strong noWays couples can coordinate and protect their relational needsSupport for those not spending the holidays in familiar or expected waysThe unpredictability of grief and how naming emotions brings reliefAllowing joy without guilt, even while doing deep workWhy small moments of peace matter when you are carrying a lotIf you are looking for steadier footing through the holidays and beyond, our Courageous Together program can hold both of you through this process. It is a trauma informed roadmap designed to help couples understand where they are, where they are going, and how to work together while protecting the betrayed partner and supporting the recovering partner's accountability.Inside the program you will findWeekly group circles for betrayed partners, recovering partners, and couplesA full video course that walks you through every stage of healingAnonymous Q and A support with GeoffTools, worksheets, and a guided path you can follow at your own paceA community that stays with you for as long as you need helpYou can learn more and join us at https://www.courageoustogetherprogram.com/