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Toren and Serenity open up about life on the autism spectrum, sharing powerful stories of resilience, misunderstanding, and self-discovery. From sensory meltdowns to navigating school and food challenges, their honesty sheds light on the daily realities of neurodivergent families. This heartfelt conversation also explores Serenity's late diagnosis and the impact of sharing their journey online. A must-watch for anyone seeking deeper understanding, compassion, or connection. ✨ **THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!**

“Being a trailblazer is difficult. It's the road less traveled for a reason. It's filled with doubt, discomfort, detours, and dead ends. Lined with naysayers, puzzled looks, and unsolicited advice from those stuck on the beaten path. And only scattered with subtle signs that you're on the right path.”— George RavelingIt's still dark out.I'm sitting here thinking about how much of life comes down to two things: creating or consuming. Every day, in small ways, we're either making something or taking something in. And how we move between those two shapes everything.For much of my life, I spent it trying to create. I remember a distinct moment in my early twenties, telling myself that I wanted to spend my life creating. I do think much of what's happened in the decades since has been driven by ambition, maybe even insecurity. And if I'm being honest, a lot of that creating was probably for me—trying to prove something, trying to matter.We move between these two states all the time—sometimes intentionally, sometimes not. Sometimes we create good things. Sometimes we don't. But it's always happening.When my friend forces me to do leg day, like he did yesterday, I'm creating. When I binge the wildly entertaining show 1923, I'm consuming. And when the cursor just blinks at me while I try to figure out what the organization should focus on, I'm creating.And whether we realize it or not, we're always consuming part of the people around us too. That consumption doesn't have to be passive. Actually, it's not passive at all. Be careful who you're around. Good people make you better. Bad people make you worse.And when you find the good ones, slow down. Stop. Sit across from them. Really look into their eyes. What are the color of their eyes? Notice who they are, what they've done, and what they hope to do. Let them teach you. Take in all of their lessons. Learn from them.This is how we get better. And maybe just as importantly, this is how we create real connection. Because ultimately, it's all about relationships. And it's through those relationships that we find ways to work together to create things that actually matter.I'm often asked about balance. How do you achieve it? How do you balance family and work and purpose and health?It's natural to reach up and take that word down off the shelf and try to apply it here, as if life is best lived in perfect symmetry. But I've come to believe balance isn't the goal. Especially not in this case.Because if all we do is balance—if we simply match every bit of creating with consuming—we end up neutral. We leave life even. The world doesn't need neutral. It needs progress. It needs people who create more good than they consume. People who push forward. Who make things better.The world wasn't handed to us. It was built by our ancestors—Through work.Through sacrifice.Through creation. Brick by brick. Life by life. They consumed what came before, yes—but they added something. They left something behind.Those people gave us a life that, for all its flaws, is still the best time in history to be alive. And that gives us responsibility. To create. To add what matters. And to remove what hurts.What I consume, I become. And what I become is what I create.It's not two different things. It's one motion. What I take in doesn't just stay with me. It leaks out. It shows up in who I am. In what I notice. In what I ignore. In what I say and how I say it. And maybe most importantly, it shows up in how I make people feel when they're around me.Somewhere inside all of that—creating, consuming, failing, trying—there's a question worth asking: what does it feel like to be on the other side of me?Because I know, from my own experience, that I have the power to shape the environment around me.I can create environments that lift people up. Or environments that pull people down. I do it with my kids. I do it with my colleagues. And I do it with strangers, in small moments—the guy in the flat cap at the fuel pump next to me somewhere in South Dakota. We exchanged a smile on a random Tuesday morning. Hours later, by total chance, we ended up at the same roadside hotel in a sea of roadside hotels. Another smile. Small moment. A nudge to each other that we aren't alone. Keep going.One of the most important questions I can ask myself is whether I create environments that help people move toward their potential, or environments that pull them back and make them smaller.It's a real question. Sometimes it's a hard one. But it's worth asking. And whatever the answer is today, it doesn't have to be the answer tomorrow. That's true for almost every part of who we are.Two thousand years ago, Marcus Aurelius wrote in his journal, “My job is to be good.”Maybe part of being good is paying attention. Paying attention to what you consume. And to what you spend your time creating.Because whether it's French fries or carrots, gossip or truth, noise or real work—what you take in shapes you. And what you create shapes what you leave behind.And if you're lucky enough someday to be sitting in that white rocking chair on a little porch as the sun goes down over a little green hill, God willing with some grandkids tossing a frisbee, you'll want to know that you learned, you created, and hopefully you left them better than you found them.Until then—Take care. Be good. Kelly This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kellyvohs.substack.com

Welcome to a new installment of the FWACATA Podcast!If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to finally launch your big project, get serious about your art, or just finish that damn thing sitting in the corner of your mind — here's your Monday wake-up call:Nobody's coming to hand it to you.You've got to start.This week's episode is a no-holds-barred reminder that while the world might feel like it's tilting sideways (and hey, maybe it is), life, creativity, and hope are still worth the hustle.Sure, things get harder as you get older. You need more coffee. More naps. Maybe a little more yelling into the void. But that flame? It's still there.It just needs action to stay alive.Movement. Creation. Forward motion.Even if it's messy. Even if it's slow. Especially when it's messy and slow.We all love to plan. Sketchbooks full of notes, dreams, and “what ifs.”But without action, it's all just doodles in a notebook.You want to start a comic? Draw the first panel.Write a novel? Type the first sentence (even if it's “Interior: My Asshole.” Seriously, just get moving.)Launch a business? Google the first step and take it.Big ideas don't mean anything until you get your hands dirty.You know why all the loud, obnoxious people seem to get ahead?Because they're doing something.It might be awful. It might be evil. But they're moving. They're working the system.The good news?You can move too. You can build. You can create. You can do—without selling your soul or turning into a cartoon villain.You just have to start.We're talking about momentum, the real meaning of resilience, and why you should always plant your flag—even if it feels like you're the only one left on the field.

From the erosion of personal sovereignty to the looming threat of digital currencies and weaponized money, Chris Menedis' groundbreaking book, Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost empowers you with the tools to break free, think critically, and forge a path to financial and personal independenceIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTFor 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

Amid a storm of global conspiracies, rays of hope break through!A German court exposes the measles myth, shattering pharma liesJay Leno's heartwarming devotion to his wife, Mavis, proves love triumphs over despairCalls to end Gaza's starvation and Ukraine's bloodshedChris Menedis' Why the World Doesn't Make Sense empowers you to reclaim liberty.From debunking eugenics to resisting vaccine registries, look at the power of truth and courage to forge a brighter, freer tomorrow2:43 Shadow Bans: Faking Free SpeechThe mask is off! Elon Musk's self-proclaimed “free speech” haven, Twitter, is exposed as a digital dictatorship where dissenters are crushed with ruthless shadow bans. The New York Times and leftist media suddenly get interested in censorship when it's Musk doing it.  Yet they can't hide their hatred of free speech even as they point out his hypocrisy 11:20 Elon Musk's Scheme to Use ‘Small Business' Ploy to Snag Federal CashAnd the CEO of this Musk company is head of DOGE!  How many “small businesses” do you know that raised $675 MILLION? 16:06 The UK's Secretive ARIA: DARPA's Sinister Twin     With a jaw-dropping £800 million taxpayer-funded war chest, ARIA—more clandestine than DARPA itself—pours cash into chilling projects like brain-interfacing neurotech, AI domination, and geoengineering     It's purely coincidental that it mirrors Musk's focus and X Prize schemes and transhumanist ventures.  This cabal of elites operates as a financial black hole, exempt from scrutiny and accountability. 22:13 Netflix CEO on Killing Movie Theaters and a Hint of “Smart Cities"The curtain's falling on the iconic movie theater.  It's another facet of the demise of physical & communal experience as virtual reality and isolation replace them. 27:27 Real ID and the Real Idea Behind It     Just as the Federal Reserve injects cash into the system through banks, the federal government injects tyranny through the TSA as its test site and Real ID is the next shoe to drop.  What will it do and how will it be used?     Enacted 20 years ago as an accomplice to the sinister PREP Act, why did the feds wait 20 years if it was a “national security” emergency?     It's about to roll out in a couple of weeks with Trump's silent approval as his followers sleep.  Will you trade liberty for a gold-star of safety? 41:06 Airport Tyranny: German Teen Girls Treated Like Terrorists & Terrorized by US Govt Two German teen backpackers, aged 18 and 19, were brutally arrested, strip-searched, and deported from Hawaii for not having a hotel room. Meanwhile, Trump's administration shrugs off wrongful deportations, stonewalls mistakes, and floats sending U.S. citizens to foreign prisons 51:35 Thank you to supporters 55:51 New York's Adult Vaccine Registry and RFKj's Timidity on mRNA for Children      RFK Jr. timidly calls for the CDC to stop pushing Trump's mRNA bioweapon on kids but won't stop it     New York's sinister desire to track every adult's vaccine status is back, this time with a label designed to inspire the partisan mandate mob — the “RFK Jr. Act” 1:03:42 Measles Myth Busted: German Supreme Court Shocks World, Upholds Claim Virus Doesn't Exist      In a bombshell ruling, Germany's Supreme Court backed microbiologist's audacious claim that the measles virus is a medical mirage, sparking a global uproar!     The €100,000 challenge to prove the virus's existence went unmet, exposing the shaky foundations of germ theory and the pharmaceutical empire.     From fabricated microscope images to unproven HIV claims, the medical-industrial complex's lies are unraveling. 1:16:57 New York Times' Writer Asks: ‘What Do I Owe This Cluster of Cells'?     NYT shockingly debates the worth of human embryos, callously labeled as mere “clusters of cells” in a world of IVF and lab-grown babies.     This is the foundation of eugenics, slavery, and war, stripping humanity from humans 1:33:11 Jay Leno's Heartwarming Vow to Care for His Dementia-Stricken WifeAfter 45 years of marriage, the comedy legend opens his heart about caring for his wife, Mavis, following her devastating dementia diagnosis.  He chooses love. Be inspired by this tear-jerking tale of loyalty and laughter 1:36:27 “Public” Schools Exposed: Reform is a Red HerringA jaw-dropping wake-up call from Lew Rockwell and the Mises Institute 1:50:48 “Vlad STOP!” - While Ben-Gvir Plans to Bomb Food & ChildrenWhile Trump pleads for peace in Ukraine, decrying deaths in Kyiv, he turns a blind eye to Israel's U.S.-backed slaughter in Gaza, where 38 Palestinians, including charred children, die in a single day. As Israeli minister Ben-Gvir feasts at Mar-a-Lago with GOP who he says approve of his plotting to bomb Gaza's food supplies. 2:02:51 Unveiling the Collapse: Chris Menedis Exposes Why the World's Gone Mad and How to Reclaim Your LibertyFrom the erosion of personal sovereignty to the looming threat of digital currencies and weaponized money, Chris Menedis' groundbreaking book, Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost empowers you with the tools to break free, think critically, and forge a path to financial and personal independence 2:52:55 Did the White House Tip Off Wall Street?     Fox News' Charles Gasparino drops a bombshell which opponents of Trump say was indicative of insider trading, but which Gasparino denies     While they exchange accusations, everyone ignores the REAL issue and why they can't get a trade dealIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTFor 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

Amid a storm of global conspiracies, rays of hope break through!A German court exposes the measles myth, shattering pharma liesJay Leno's heartwarming devotion to his wife, Mavis, proves love triumphs over despairCalls to end Gaza's starvation and Ukraine's bloodshedChris Menedis' Why the World Doesn't Make Sense empowers you to reclaim liberty.From debunking eugenics to resisting vaccine registries, look at the power of truth and courage to forge a brighter, freer tomorrow2:43 Shadow Bans: Faking Free SpeechThe mask is off! Elon Musk's self-proclaimed “free speech” haven, Twitter, is exposed as a digital dictatorship where dissenters are crushed with ruthless shadow bans. The New York Times and leftist media suddenly get interested in censorship when it's Musk doing it.  Yet they can't hide their hatred of free speech even as they point out his hypocrisy 11:20 Elon Musk's Scheme to Use ‘Small Business' Ploy to Snag Federal CashAnd the CEO of this Musk company is head of DOGE!  How many “small businesses” do you know that raised $675 MILLION? 16:06 The UK's Secretive ARIA: DARPA's Sinister Twin     With a jaw-dropping £800 million taxpayer-funded war chest, ARIA—more clandestine than DARPA itself—pours cash into chilling projects like brain-interfacing neurotech, AI domination, and geoengineering     It's purely coincidental that it mirrors Musk's focus and X Prize schemes and transhumanist ventures.  This cabal of elites operates as a financial black hole, exempt from scrutiny and accountability. 22:13 Netflix CEO on Killing Movie Theaters and a Hint of “Smart Cities"The curtain's falling on the iconic movie theater.  It's another facet of the demise of physical & communal experience as virtual reality and isolation replace them. 27:27 Real ID and the Real Idea Behind It     Just as the Federal Reserve injects cash into the system through banks, the federal government injects tyranny through the TSA as its test site and Real ID is the next shoe to drop.  What will it do and how will it be used?     Enacted 20 years ago as an accomplice to the sinister PREP Act, why did the feds wait 20 years if it was a “national security” emergency?     It's about to roll out in a couple of weeks with Trump's silent approval as his followers sleep.  Will you trade liberty for a gold-star of safety? 41:06 Airport Tyranny: German Teen Girls Treated Like Terrorists & Terrorized by US Govt Two German teen backpackers, aged 18 and 19, were brutally arrested, strip-searched, and deported from Hawaii for not having a hotel room. Meanwhile, Trump's administration shrugs off wrongful deportations, stonewalls mistakes, and floats sending U.S. citizens to foreign prisons 51:35 Thank you to supporters 55:51 New York's Adult Vaccine Registry and RFKj's Timidity on mRNA for Children      RFK Jr. timidly calls for the CDC to stop pushing Trump's mRNA bioweapon on kids but won't stop it     New York's sinister desire to track every adult's vaccine status is back, this time with a label designed to inspire the partisan mandate mob — the “RFK Jr. Act” 1:03:42 Measles Myth Busted: German Supreme Court Shocks World, Upholds Claim Virus Doesn't Exist      In a bombshell ruling, Germany's Supreme Court backed microbiologist's audacious claim that the measles virus is a medical mirage, sparking a global uproar!     The €100,000 challenge to prove the virus's existence went unmet, exposing the shaky foundations of germ theory and the pharmaceutical empire.     From fabricated microscope images to unproven HIV claims, the medical-industrial complex's lies are unraveling. 1:16:57 New York Times' Writer Asks: ‘What Do I Owe This Cluster of Cells'?     NYT shockingly debates the worth of human embryos, callously labeled as mere “clusters of cells” in a world of IVF and lab-grown babies.     This is the foundation of eugenics, slavery, and war, stripping humanity from humans 1:33:11 Jay Leno's Heartwarming Vow to Care for His Dementia-Stricken WifeAfter 45 years of marriage, the comedy legend opens his heart about caring for his wife, Mavis, following her devastating dementia diagnosis.  He chooses love. Be inspired by this tear-jerking tale of loyalty and laughter 1:36:27 “Public” Schools Exposed: Reform is a Red HerringA jaw-dropping wake-up call from Lew Rockwell and the Mises Institute 1:50:48 “Vlad STOP!” - While Ben-Gvir Plans to Bomb Food & ChildrenWhile Trump pleads for peace in Ukraine, decrying deaths in Kyiv, he turns a blind eye to Israel's U.S.-backed slaughter in Gaza, where 38 Palestinians, including charred children, die in a single day. As Israeli minister Ben-Gvir feasts at Mar-a-Lago with GOP who he says approve of his plotting to bomb Gaza's food supplies. 2:02:51 Unveiling the Collapse: Chris Menedis Exposes Why the World's Gone Mad and How to Reclaim Your LibertyFrom the erosion of personal sovereignty to the looming threat of digital currencies and weaponized money, Chris Menedis' groundbreaking book, Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost empowers you with the tools to break free, think critically, and forge a path to financial and personal independence 2:52:55 Did the White House Tip Off Wall Street?     Fox News' Charles Gasparino drops a bombshell which opponents of Trump say was indicative of insider trading, but which Gasparino denies     While they exchange accusations, everyone ignores the REAL issue and why they can't get a trade dealIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTFor 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

From the erosion of personal sovereignty to the looming threat of digital currencies and weaponized money, Chris Menedis' groundbreaking book, Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost empowers you with the tools to break free, think critically, and forge a path to financial and personal independenceIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-show Or you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to DavidKnight.gold for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to TrendsJournal.com and enter the code KNIGHTFor 10% off supplements and books, go to RNCstore.com and enter the code KNIGHTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

    This week on Revenue Rehab, Brandi Starr is joined by Karthi Ratnam, a category design expert who believes that creating movements, not just products, is the key to market success—and she's ready to prove it. In this episode, they challenge the notion that category creation is prohibitively expensive and slow, arguing instead that a bold vision and leadership can redefine industries and drive exponential growth. From debunking myths to offering strategic insights, Karthi lays out her case for why revenue leaders need to rethink their approach to category design before it's too late. Do they have it right, or will you change their mind?  Episode Type: Problem Solving  Industry analysts, consultants, and founders take a bold stance on critical revenue challenges, offering insights you won't hear anywhere else. These episodes explore common industry challenges and potential solutions through expert insights and varied perspectives.  Bullet Points of Key Topics + Chapter Markers:  Topic #1: Challenging the High Cost Myth of Category Design [04:24]  Karthi Ratnam challenges the belief that it's prohibitively expensive to create a new category, labeling this a myth that holds companies back. She argues that the real barrier is not financial but rather a lack of vision and willingness to take risks, comparing it to wanting to go to heaven without the willingness to take necessary steps. Brandi Starr highlights the comfort companies feel with established practices, leading to a discussion on the necessity of disrupting the status quo to lead a market.  Topic #2: Building a Movement vs. Building a Brand [09:24]  Karthi Ratnam differentiates between building a movement and a brand, using historical movements as analogies for category creation. She suggests that movement builders prioritize the category and problem over the brand, highlighting Apple's journey as an example. This challenges traditional marketing practices, prompting Brandi to ask how this approach applies to companies that aren't inherently personal, especially in B2B markets.  Topic #3: The Role of a Charismatic Founder in Movement Building [13:39]  Karthi Ratnam emphasizes that successful category creation hinges on a dynamic and charismatic founder who can rally support beyond conventional marketing. The discussion challenges the notion that any company can build a movement, with Karthi arguing that not everyone should attempt category creation. Brandi questions how this applies in larger organizations where the personality of a single leader might not be the focal point, emphasizing the balance between idealism and operational effectiveness.  The Wrong Approach vs. Smarter Alternative  The Wrong Approach: “So the wrong way to do it right, is to be very myopic about it, to think extremely short term in that, to assume that A, because you're creating a category, you're going to win, like really, really fast, you're going to see wins, but that exponential growth takes a little bit of time.” – Karthi Ratnam  Why It Fails: This approach fails because creating a category is not about quick wins; it involves longer-term vision and effort. Companies that expect immediate results may become discouraged when they don't materialize, which can lead to abandoning the initiative prematurely. It's about more than just investment—it's about having the vision and courage to disrupt existing norms.  The Smarter Alternative: Companies should recognize that while they can see wins along the way, the journey to category dominance involves gradual exponential growth. Leaders must commit to a long-term vision, focusing on truly disruptive innovation rather than just financial considerations. Embrace the risk of the unknown and be prepared to weather the challenges along the path to establishing a new category.  The Most Damaging Myth  The Myth: “The biggest myth is that it's super expensive to create a category, and it's really hard to have it realize potential in the short and medium term.” – Karthi Ratnam  Why It's Wrong: Companies often hide behind the belief that financial constraints are their main barrier to category creation when, in fact, it is the lack of vision and willingness to take risks that truly hold them back. This myth causes organizations to remain static, instead of embracing disruptive opportunities that could redefine their market position.  What Companies Should Do Instead: Focus on a strong vision and have the courage to disrupt the status quo. Companies should prioritize innovative thinking and be willing to navigate the uncertainties of creating new categories to lead movements that matter.  The Rapid-Fire Round  Finish this sentence: If your company is trying to create a category, the first thing you should do is _  "Have the founders start evangelizing your point of view." – Karthi Ratnam  What's one red flag that signals a company has a category problem—but might not realize it yet?  "Lack of alignment on the point of view."  What's the most common mistake people make when trying to fix this?  "Becoming emotional."  What's the fastest action someone can take today to make progress?  "Take the first step."  Buzzword Banishment  Karthi's buzzword to banish is "revenue marketer." She dislikes this term because she believes all marketing should inherently be in service of revenue, making the distinction unnecessary. Karthi argues that separating "revenue marketers" from other marketers suggests a false divide, diminishing the contributions of brand marketers who also aim to drive revenue.   Links:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karthiratnam/  Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live    

In this soul-baring return to The Grief Lounge, Sadie speaks from the heart about the relentless layers of grief — the kind that doesn't wait for you to catch your breath.As she supports a loved one through a new cancer diagnosis — all while honouring the fifth anniversary of her late husband's — she shares what it means to hold it all: the heartbreak, the responsibilities, the memories, the longing… and still, somehow, herself.This episode is a tender, unfiltered reflection on what it means to survive without disappearing. Sadie opens up about how freedom felt impossible — until a solitary walk on a quiet beach cracked her heart open just enough to feel the breeze again.If you're carrying grief while still trying to live, dream, and matter — this is your reminder that you're not broken, you're becoming.If you would like to join our Grief Lounge Community on FB here is the link https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegrieflounge/Connect with me on Instagram here @the_grief_coach_ukOr if you are looking at ways to work with me the link to my website is here: www.thegriefcoachuk.com

 Make Room: "What To Do When the World Doesn't Make Sense" By Bobby Wallace, Preaching Minister 4/13/25   Due to technical difficulties during the start of our service, we did not have a livestream or recording of our message. Here is an abbreviated version of the message from John 18. How do deal with life when it doesn't go according to plan; when life is difficult?

Shaun tells us how Donald Trump is saving America money everyday! PLUS, The Heartland Institute's Donald Kendal tells Shaun that the Democrats are in denial. They discuss the Democrats' Civil War for the soul of the Democrat Party. Who will prevail? Christine Menedis, author of the upcoming book Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost, talks to Shaun about embracing our founding documents, claiming your personal sovereignty, and the importance of NEVER compromising the truth! And Our National Anthem: sung by Brad Paisley!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christine Menedis, author of the upcoming book Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost, talks to Shaun about embracing our founding documents, claiming your personal sovereignty, and the importance of NEVER compromising the truth!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The queens super-gay it up with Stephanie Burt, the editor of the new poetry anthology, SUPER GAY POEMS.Please Support Breaking Form!Review the show on Apple Podcasts here.Aaron's STOP LYING is available from the Pitt Poetry Series.James's ROMANTIC COMEDY is available from Four Way Books.NOTES:Check out SUPER GAY POEMS: LGBTQIA+ Poetry after Stonewall, edited by Stephanie Burt, out on April 1, 2025. Read Hera Lindsay Bird's "Bisexuality"Check out Best New Zealand Poets and 20 Contemporary New Zealand Poets.Read JD McClatchy's "My Mammogram" The article we reference by the founders of AALR is "The World Doesn't Stop for Derek Walcott, or: An Exchange between Coeditors." Gerald Maa and Lawrence-Minh Bùi Davis.Here's a link, if you haven't listened to our episode "We Can Shift the Canon"Vendler's final book is called Inhabit the Poem: Last Essays, out from Penguin on September 2, 2025.Read "Breakfast with Miss Bishop"--Helen Vendler on Elizabeth Bishop.Read here for more about Essex Hemphill.Stephanie wrote about teaching the Taylor Swift course at Harvard for Vanity Fair.Read Stephanie's "Taylor's Version: The Poetic and Musical Genius of Taylor Swift"The Tay Learning Podcast that Stephanie mentions can be found here.Read Christina Rossetti's "Goblin Market"

In this tender rest pep talk, Karen shares a deeply personal reflection on grief, caregiving, and the radical power of rest. If you've been carrying too much, doing too much, or doubting your worth because you're not “doing enough”… this episode is for you.   Resources for this episode: daringtorest.com/podcast/101    

ICYMI: Shaun talked to criminal defense attorney Christine Menedis about her new book Why the World Doesn't Make Sense: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost (available April 15), and how President Trump and Elon Musk are tearing down the uniparty! Stay tuned for PART TWO of this conversation, coming next week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In a world that constantly pulls us toward immediate gratification and worldly success, we often forget a profound biblical truth: for those who love God, the best is yet to come.A Wisdom the World Doesn't UnderstandRecently, I was reflecting on Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 2:8-9:"None of the rulers of this age knew this wisdom because if they had known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. But it is written: What no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no human heart has conceived—God has prepared these things for those who love him."This passage reveals something extraordinary about how God works. The rulers who crucified Jesus—Tiberius, Pontius Pilate, Herod Antipas, and the religious leaders—acted in complete ignorance of God's wisdom. Had they understood what their actions would ultimately accomplish, they would have stopped immediately.They had no idea that by crucifying Jesus, they were signing their own death warrant. They couldn't foresee how this seemingly small religious execution would lead to the rise of Christianity and eventually the end of the Roman Empire as followers of Christ lived as loyal citizens under Rome while giving their ultimate allegiance to God.Living Differently: The Example of DanielThis pattern of God working in ways that exceed human imagination appears throughout scripture. Consider Daniel, who served in the highest levels of government yet remained uncompromisingly devoted to God.When faced with a law forbidding prayer to anyone but the king, Daniel didn't hesitate or hide. Daniel 6:10 tells us: "When Daniel learned about the document that had been signed, he went to his house... three times a day he got down on his knees, prayed, and gave thanks to his God, just as he had done before."Daniel changed nothing when threatened with the lions' den. Why? Because his life was already aligned with God's purposes. He already loved God and lived differently, so when pressure came, consistency—not change—was his response.For those living in alignment with God's will, the key isn't radical change but faithful consistency. For those not living in obedience to God, significant changes may be necessary. But for Daniel, obedience meant simply continuing what he was already doing.What No Eye Has SeenThroughout his life, Daniel repeatedly experienced things he could never have imagined:* Surviving the lions' den* Sleeping to the sound of purring lions* Seeing Judaism become elevated throughout the Persian Empire because of his faithfulness* Witnessing the king decree that everyone should worship Daniel's GodThese experiences beautifully illustrate Paul's promise that "what no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human heart has conceived, God has prepared for those who love him."The Greater DanielJesus is the greater Daniel. Just as Daniel emerged from the lions' den unharmed with no broken bones, Jesus emerged from death itself without a single bone broken—fulfilling the prophecy of Psalm 34:20.What enabled Jesus to endure the cross? Hebrews 12:2 tells us it was "for the joy set before him." That joy was knowing that for His children, the best was yet to come. His love for the Father and His love for us carried Him through.From Darkness to LightWhen I was eight years old, I was exposed to inappropriate content at a friend's house. That experience began a journey into darkness I couldn't have imagined at the time. Yet, more than twenty years later, God has completely reversed that trajectory.Never would I have dreamed that God would take that broken child and transform him into someone who influences others for good. What seemed irreversible—the shame and darkness—God turned completely around.The Power of the CrossThis is why I can't stop talking about the cross. It's not just that God redeemed us there; He reversed everything sin did in our lives. The cross gives us power to let go of anything we're holding onto too tightly—those things we think define us—because we know the best is yet to come.How Does This Change Us?So I leave you with this question: How does believing the best is yet to come encourage you today?Whatever you're facing—however dark, lonely, or impossible your situation seems—if you hold onto the hope of the cross and resurrection, you can live differently. You can endure. You can overcome.Because for those who love God, the best truly is yet to come.amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com

In a world that constantly pulls us toward immediate gratification and worldly success, we often forget a profound biblical truth: for those who love God, the best is yet to come.A Wisdom the World Doesn't UnderstandRecently, I was reflecting on Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 2:8-9:"None of the rulers of this age knew this wisdom because if they had known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. But it is written: What no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no human heart has conceived—God has prepared these things for those who love him."This passage reveals something extraordinary about how God works. The rulers who crucified Jesus—Tiberius, Pontius Pilate, Herod Antipas, and the religious leaders—acted in complete ignorance of God's wisdom. Had they understood what their actions would ultimately accomplish, they would have stopped immediately.They had no idea that by crucifying Jesus, they were signing their own death warrant. They couldn't foresee how this seemingly small religious execution would lead to the rise of Christianity and eventually the end of the Roman Empire as followers of Christ lived as loyal citizens under Rome while giving their ultimate allegiance to God.Living Differently: The Example of DanielThis pattern of God working in ways that exceed human imagination appears throughout scripture. Consider Daniel, who served in the highest levels of government yet remained uncompromisingly devoted to God.When faced with a law forbidding prayer to anyone but the king, Daniel didn't hesitate or hide. Daniel 6:10 tells us: "When Daniel learned about the document that had been signed, he went to his house... three times a day he got down on his knees, prayed, and gave thanks to his God, just as he had done before."Daniel changed nothing when threatened with the lions' den. Why? Because his life was already aligned with God's purposes. He already loved God and lived differently, so when pressure came, consistency—not change—was his response.For those living in alignment with God's will, the key isn't radical change but faithful consistency. For those not living in obedience to God, significant changes may be necessary. But for Daniel, obedience meant simply continuing what he was already doing.What No Eye Has SeenThroughout his life, Daniel repeatedly experienced things he could never have imagined:* Surviving the lions' den* Sleeping to the sound of purring lions* Seeing Judaism become elevated throughout the Persian Empire because of his faithfulness* Witnessing the king decree that everyone should worship Daniel's GodThese experiences beautifully illustrate Paul's promise that "what no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human heart has conceived, God has prepared for those who love him."The Greater DanielJesus is the greater Daniel. Just as Daniel emerged from the lions' den unharmed with no broken bones, Jesus emerged from death itself without a single bone broken—fulfilling the prophecy of Psalm 34:20.What enabled Jesus to endure the cross? Hebrews 12:2 tells us it was "for the joy set before him." That joy was knowing that for His children, the best was yet to come. His love for the Father and His love for us carried Him through.From Darkness to LightWhen I was eight years old, I was exposed to inappropriate content at a friend's house. That experience began a journey into darkness I couldn't have imagined at the time. Yet, more than twenty years later, God has completely reversed that trajectory.Never would I have dreamed that God would take that broken child and transform him into someone who influences others for good. What seemed irreversible—the shame and darkness—God turned completely around.The Power of the CrossThis is why I can't stop talking about the cross. It's not just that God redeemed us there; He reversed everything sin did in our lives. The cross gives us power to let go of anything we're holding onto too tightly—those things we think define us—because we know the best is yet to come.How Does This Change Us?So I leave you with this question: How does believing the best is yet to come encourage you today?Whatever you're facing—however dark, lonely, or impossible your situation seems—if you hold onto the hope of the cross and resurrection, you can live differently. You can endure. You can overcome.Because for those who love God, the best truly is yet to come.amenpodcast.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amenpodcast.substack.com

The party's over, Democrats! Shaun talks to criminal defense attorney Christine Menedis about her new book Why the World Doesn't Make Snese: Reclaiming the Liberty You Didn't Know You Lost (available April 14), and how President Trump and Elon Musk are tearing down the uniparty! Plus, Frank Gaffney, President of the Institute for the American Future and President/CEO of Save the Persecuted Christians, discusses Sharia Law and President Trump's deadline for Hamas to release all its remaining hostages! Our National Anthem: sung by Luther Vandross!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It may be easy to see the wisdom of Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu, who noted back in the 6th century BC, "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." When the journey of a lifetime is measured not in distance, but in sensing and connecting with a universal source of purpose and potency, what is that single first step?We've explored throughout Current Openings the many facets and dimensions of the human development quest and challenge. From personal — transforming me — to the collective of together evolving ourselves through our relationships and communities, which in turn uplifts and transforms our world and humanity. All guided by the search for truth in a time of evolutionary change and new possibilities.So, the first step? We know from our Portalsjourney that the human is the only species on the planet with freedom of choice — the power to focus the full energy and creativity inherent in the human design in pursuit of an intention. Make a decision, and it starts to build the potency of one person being able to say, “I choose to do this.”We learn a lot more about the zones of human development in the new episode, #15, of Current Openings: What the World Doesn't Quite Get Yet, with Aviv Shahar and David Price Francis. Among their insights:Many amazing ponders and mysteries to explore. Which we do in this latest Homo Universalis conversation with Aviv Shahar and Portals friends Karen Heney and Kyriaki Nikandrou.Among their ideas and insights:Each one of us impacts the world by our actions, thoughts, and feelings, and the impacts can be greater or lesser depending upon how wholesome, or integrated, we are as individuals.The higher impulse is where we get to not just develop ourselves, but also get something else to help us develop us, an extra kind of larger power to tether, orchestrate, and sculpt who we are.Why do we keep recreating over and over the same painful inner stories or narratives, when an opportunity is available to redeem and absolve that pattern?Much of therapy is directed toward functioning within the bar of “normal” — being able to be a functioning member of society, and have a satisfactory life. However, normal is a pretty low bar.We can be partners in passion, which is exchanging energy, or become partners in purpose, and even higher to partners in evolution, where we look to help each other's spiritual journey.Collective development depends upon the level of personal development which is actually present. They're interconnected; you can't look at one without the other.This conversation is part of the continuing Portals discovery into what is emerging on the frontiers of human experience in this time of profound change. Information about upcoming special events can be found on the Events page. Also visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel. TWEETABLE QUOTES “Human life is purposeful. And then, within the greater purpose of life, we each get a chance to first of all work on alleviating pain and suffering. And, secondly, work on optimizing wellbeing and creating positive results in anything we do. And then we may choose to work on the higher impulse, in Zone One, which I'm proposing as a starter place is to liberate my essence, to liberate my higher creational nature.” (Aviv)“One of the really interesting features of personal development, people tend to think of themselves as singular, like, ‘What do I want to do?' Well, if their ‘I' is based in their emotion on Tuesday, then they may want to go into a retreat, and they may want to try and make contact, as you said, with the divine. But then on Thursday a different part of their system, their mental system, may be in charge, and it's going, ‘Oh, my Lord, we're a bit short on cash.' And then an hour later, a different part of their system is in charge, and it's saying, ‘What's for dinner?' We're not singular - unless we do a great deal of deliberate work to become whole.” (David) RESOURCES MENTIONED Portals of Perception WebsiteAviv's LinkedIn Aviv's TwitterAviv's WebsiteCurrent Openings #15: The Four Development Zones

Michael Meade is a renowned storyteller and scholar of mythology, anthropology, and psychology, who draws from his study of archetypal myths, ancestral wisdom and cross-cultural rituals to interpret our remarkable moment in human history. While many of us are attempting to recognize our own self-terminating patterns and inhabit new ways of being human, Michael helps us to see the stories we are living, and the new stories that are calling us. He is the author of many books, including The Genius Myth, Fate and Destiny, Why the World Doesn't End and The Water of Life. He is also the founder of Mosaic Multicultural Foundation, a nonprofit organization that initiates innovative projects and unifying events that support and educate at-risk youth, refugees, combat veterans, and communities in need. Resources: Michael Meade and Mosaic Multicultural Foundation ARTS AND PRACTICES - Antidotes to Overwhelm Sources of Resilience Michael Meade podcast, videos and essays Facing the Cascade of Crises: A SAND Community Gathering with Michael Meade and Gail Brenner Holding the Thread of Life: Michael Meade (Live at SAND 19) (heard in the episode around 38:00) Drumming at the Edge of Magic by Mickey Hart Topics: 00:00 – Introduction 02:11 – US Elections and Political Climate 02:48 – Cultural and Environmental Unraveling 06:42 – The Role of Uncertainty and Inner Self 08:09 – Mythology and the Deeper Self 10:25 – Rite of Passage and Personal Transformation 18:47 – The Genius Myth vs. The Hero Myth 23:47 – The Nature of the Soul and Family Expectations 28:26 – Discovering Your Calling in Descent 29:30 – The Whisper of Genius 31:01 – Flattening of Modern Culture 31:53 – The Role of Inspiration in the Arts 32:40 – The Power of Practice 33:19 – The Sound of Creation 37:02 – "Holding the Thread of Life" (Excerpt) live at SAND 19 by Michael Meade 40:25 – Quieting Down to Hear the Call 41:47 – Expressing Emotions for Healing 46:32 – The Importance of Grief and Compassion 48:57 – The Magic of Words 53:27 – Connecting with Mythological Ideas 54:50 – Conclusion and Future Conversations Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Talking points: masculinity, psychology, myth, JungHot on the heels of the legendary John Lee, I interviewed another founding elder of men's work: Michael Meade. This is a powerful discussion focused on how essential "descent" is for men, and how it's almost completely disappeared from society in favor of endless, destructive growth and commodified "mastery". Powerful words from one of the wisest teachers out there, in my opinion.(00:00:00) - The importance of descent in a man's life(00:11:51) - The signs of descent, and the role of technology(00:22:28) - How the old worldview has collapsed, and the result is collective despair and grief(00:29:39) - How do you deal with the feeling that things are ending?(00:35:20) - The intersection of myth and AI; will they come together? (00:41:29) - Where does the descent actually lead, and the symbolism of water and sword(00:55:13) - How to “get the water”Michael Meade, born and raised in New York City, is a renowned storyteller, author, and scholar of mythology, anthropology, and psychology. He combines hypnotic and fiery storytelling, street-savvy perceptiveness, and spellbinding interpretations of ancient myths with a deep knowledge of cross-cultural rituals. His ability to tap into ancestral sources of wisdom to help people of today heal their communities has inspired thousands of people throughout the world. His unique translations of age-old myths and symbols into culturally relevant, everyday language earned him an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Michael is also the founder of Mosaic Multicultural Foundation and author of The Genius Myth, The Water of Life, The World Behind the World, Fate and Destiny, and Why the World Doesn't End. He is co-editor of The Rag and Bone Shop of the Heart, and editor of the cross-cultural anthology on rites of passage: Crossroads: A Quest for Contemporary Rites of Passage.Connect with Michael:-Podcast: Living Myth: https://www.mosaicvoices.org/podcast-Website: https://www.mosaicvoices.org/***Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard of attachment theory but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the

Western culture promotes a linear, constantly productive, ‘more and faster is better' way of being. it makes us live like we're in a race: if you win, I lose. If you're accomplishing good things then I must be behind.This way of being not only leads to burnout, illness, increased risk of suicidality, emotional and spiritual dissatisfaction, and constant self-judgment. But it blames the individual for not measuring up and keeping up.As such, it leaves many of us feeling never good enough or fundamentally bad, wrong, or broken if we're unable to sustain this unrealistic and unhealthy standard.In this episode I talk about the importance of diversity and flexibility to individual and Communal resilience. And I share 13 ideas to help you practice honouring your wiring and capacity in this season.LINKS/RESOURCESLast day to sign up is Friday, Nov 15: Join The Quiet The Noise Challenge: Nov 18-22 | A Life In ProgressBe proud of yourself: 3 Important Questions To Add To Your Evening Routine | A Life In ProgressThe 13 ideas: Why You Need To Honour Your Wiring And Capacity | A Life In ProgressNo Bad Parts: Healing trauma and restoring wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model , Richard Schwartz: https://amzn.to/4hLx5vyWhy the World Doesn't End: tales of renewal in times of loss, Michael Meade: https://amzn.to/4hKbGmz

It was a Portals cliffhanger: We were in midflight, in midair, final destination unseen, at the end of the last Current Openings as we journeyed into the deeper space of development and what it means for us and the universe. The conversation then paused, to pick up later.No need to worry. Our flight now resumes, as we aim even deeper into the core dimensions of what it means to be a true caregiver for ourselves, the planet, the cosmos, and future generations yet to come. The dimensions of care and love that determine our future with the choices and decisions we make every day.A good place to start might be to notice the word “care” can be found in caregiver and character. What sort of character builds the inner platform that offers a good home to the new evolutionary energy now finding its way into humanity and the planet? How do our values, principles and morals enable us to connect with the source of what powers us on the inside, in whatever we are aiming to do?As our “Current Openings: What the World Doesn't Quite Get Yet” flight continues, Aviv Shahar and David Price Francis explore further into the five core dimensions of what it means to develop. Among their perceptions:Peak experiences are wonderful both individually and communally. But the trueness of one's development and character are more clearly defined by the point below which we never go.When we develop character, we again move a little more into the interior. We don't disappear on the inside; the best way to develop character is in service of the larger ecology we are joined to.Hiding in an esoteric development might render yourself ineffective — you are essentially escaping engagement with your fellow humans. We live in the exoteric world and are able to create moments and spaces of esoteric depth.Where are today's equivalent of the knights and ladies of King Arthur's court? They are showing up all over the planet, endeavoring to make the higher choices of living in the face of confusion and chaos.Self-determination is key to becoming the person you want to be and to take a hand in your own development, to stand out with the virtues and values you decided.To live a virtuous life that is congruent with chosen values is to work softly, not just hard, to not go below the standards we set for ourselves, to embrace the idea of character development.This conversation is part of the continuing Portals discovery into what is emerging on the frontiers of human experience in this time of profound change. Information about upcoming special events can be found on the Events page. Also visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel. TWEETABLE QUOTES “I'm proposing, developing skills was developing what you can do. Developing inside a role in a domain was about developing what you serve. When you develop your character, you are again moving a little bit more inside, in the interior, and it's not that you disappear in the interior because often the best way to develop character is actually to be in service of the larger ecology you are serving. And so I'm proposing that character in this is developing what you are, or developing what you're becoming, or both.” (Aviv)“So often people think about the development journey, and they will go to describe their peak experience. Oh, I've experienced a non-dual illumination. I've experienced an ecstatic state. Okay, that's wonderful. The peak experiences are wonderful, both at an individual level and at a communal level. The trueness of one's development, and one's character, is more clearly defined by the point below which we never go.” (Aviv) RESOURCES MENTIONED Portals of Perception WebsiteAviv's LinkedIn Aviv's TwitterAviv's WebsiteCurrent Openings #14: What Does it Mean to Develop?

When we experience the heartbreaking loss of a mother through death, emotional distance, or estrangement, it can be hard to figure out a path forward. The world offers many distractions or ways to drown the pain instead of processing it.  However, it doesn't have enough to offer for your mother's loss. But there is a solution. Today's episode looks at how we can truly find unexplainable peace through Jesus, which is much better than what the world has to offer.ResourcesPodcast Episode highlights a blog post from Janna:https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/2024/05/29/the-world-doesnt-have-enough-to-offer-for-your-mother-loss-but-theres-a-solution/Motherless Daughters Ministry offerings:https://www.motherlessdaughtersministry.com/services/Motherless Daughters Ministry is a 501(c) (3) non-profit that depends on the generous support of donations from listeners like you.  To donate or sign up for our newsletter and more resources, visit our website at www.motherlessdaughtesministry.com  Support the showThanks for listening! Find our podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon Music, and Audible. Also, find and follow the Motherless Daughters Ministry on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is filing a notice of appeal against 2023's landmark ruling that the sales of the crypto asset XRP only qualify as securities when sold to institutional investors. The victorious fight against the pro-cbdc army continues.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Get up to $200 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRON00:00 intro00:14 Sponsor: Coinbase00:38 XRP Not a Security00:59 Coincidence?01:14 Resigned or Fired?01:35 Three People Fired02:38 Who is Gurbir Grewal03:41 SEC Turmoil04:05 SEC Staff Meeting vs Gensler06:38 SWIFT Announcement07:25 Swift CEO vs Brad Garlinghouse08:38 Tesla Still King09:10 Boomer CEO Quits09:38 Pro-CBDC Army09:59 Ripple vs Swift11:25 Chainlink x Swift11:49 Chainlink Supports CBDCs12:42 Axelar vs Chainlink13:02 Axelar Launches13:49 Hester Peirce vs Gensler15:09 CFTC Appeal Epic FAIL15:34 CFTC Destroyed By Judge 16:14 World Doesn't Care About SEC17:45 Ripple x Brazil Partnership18:10 outro#Crypto #XRP #xrpnews ~SEC vs. Ripple Appeal

How would we even consider paying back the universe — returning the favor — for the most amazing gift of being alive? In a simple appreciation, every breath, every heartbeat, demonstrates a greater permission, an ongoing love and care for the human species. Isn't it reasonable to wonder how we might reciprocate?Fortunately, there are many clues and directions in Current Openings that explore the true nature and innate possibility of being human. Much of the discovery has broadened our understanding of a larger purpose in the cosmos and what it means to actually develop.We've learned, for example, that by design we generate and process energy at many levels, frequencies and qualities. We can choose to create and transmit into our lives and the world generosity, care, kindness and peace — qualities that enrich and uplift life itself — instead of being pulled into ever-more-toxic political and cultural polarities.The activation of Homo Universalis, a greater universal possibility, means each of us can choose to become a conduit, a safe harbor, for new evolutionary potential nudging its way into humanity and the planet. We help ourselves (and each other) by helping the future help us. Not a bad first cosmic “thank you.”As we continue the series “Current Openings: What the World Doesn't Quite Get Yet,”Aviv Shahar and David Price Francis further explore the human impulse to reciprocate the cosmic love that keeps our hearts ticking.Among their appreciations:When we talk about dimensions of care and love, the invitation is to become caretakers to ourselves, the planet, and humanity at large in the way we simply make our choices every day.A perspective about the future is to have a degree of humility that goes with humanity. We didn't make the universe; we're co-respondents to new energy appearing, becoming people of the future.We can develop ourselves to become a conduit for a bright future, the portal for all that life can be as the universe continues to release its potential through planetary and human affairs.Humans are contagious: what we think and feel, and the energies we bring into ourselves and transmit, are contagious. If we're inspired in ourselves, other people can also become inspired.Generosity is the inner core of the human. It comes from being stable and strong in yourself; knowing who you are and why you're here; that the universe wants you to be here, and to realize we are of kind; we're kin.This conversation is part of the continuing Portalsdiscovery into what is emerging on the frontiers of human experience in this time of profound change. Information about upcoming special events can be found on theEventspage. Also visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel. TWEETABLE QUOTES “This is looking at the inner core design of the human and having a human perspective on how we can help humanity. And, at the core of that, to me, sits this idea of generosity, which comes from being stable in oneself and strong in oneself, from the personal perspective, having a good sense of who one is and why one is here, that the universe wants us to be here, and to realize that we are of kind, or even a stronger expression, we are kin. We're of kin to the rest of the human race.” (David) “So when we bring the cosmic perspective and we ask, how can you help the universe? The position we take, the invitation we make is, well, you develop yourself. By actually developing yourself you are helping the universe, you're helping humanity, you're helping the planet, you're helping yourself - by developing yourself, period. However, I'm offering the specificity of develop yourself as an agent of evolution, and develop yourself as an agent of the evolution of the universe in human and planetary affairs.” (Aviv) RESOURCES MENTIONED Portals of Perception WebsiteAviv's LinkedIn Aviv's TwitterAviv's WebsiteCurrent Openings #13 – How Can We Help the Future

US President Joe Biden reiterated his determination to prevent the Gaza conflict from spreading in the Middle East during his final UN speech as president. He emphasized that a diplomatic solution is the only path to lasting security and warned that full-scale war is not beneficial. Despite his calls for restraint, tensions in the Israel-Lebanon crisis remain high, and his appeals for Israel and Hamas to agree on a ceasefire and hostage release are not gaining traction in the region.  

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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Ahmad Al-Naouq is the co-founder of We Are Not Numbers. He lost his family due to Israeli bombing on his family home in Gaza in October 2023. Since then, he has been appearing on different media outlets to defend and put forward the Palestinian narrative. He joins PalCast co-hosts Yousef and Helena to talk about the ongoing genocide in Gaza, international solidarity, the depraved violations in Israeli jails and the Israeli bombing of schools and filming of war crimes for social media clout. Gaza Appeal:https://www.patreon.com/posts/look-what-you-us-109090405

Hello, Horror Fans! This week on The Horrorcraft podcast, we are kicking off part two of Hot Ghoul Summer with a month of Universal Monsters. We are starting on a high note with a deep dive into "Dracula Untold". This is the origin story of how Vlad becomes the Son of the Devil for his country and his people. So crack open the coffin, grab a blood bag, and join us as we revisit our friend, the prince of darkness. "Dracula Untold" is currently streaming on Netflix The Synopsis can be found at: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0829150/plotsummary/?ref_=tt_stry_pl#synopsis Black Sails can be found on Netflix The theory video I reference can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHle0KaaGMM&t=2s Deleted Scene with Baba Yaga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvY5YRNNb8E&t=4s Deleted Scenes referenced : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKysTBy6McA The facts about this movie can be found at: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0829150/trivia/?ref_=tt_trv_trv Thank You to Cauldron Concoctions for sponsoring the podcast for Universal Monster Month. You can find them at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/293967469644514 The movies you may want to watch: Luke Evans: - No One Lives is on Prime & TUBI - The Raven is on Prime & PLEX - Immortals is available for rent on VOD - The Three Musketeers is on Sling & Disney+ Dominic Cooper: - Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter is available for rent on VOD - Warcraft is on Netflix & TUBI - The Princess is available for rent on VOD Charles Dance: - Pride, Prejudice & Zombies is available for rent on VOD - Victor Frankenstein is on Max - Underworld: Awakening is available for rent on VOD - Underworld: Blood Wars is available for rent on VOD Spooky Moms Coven can be found at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spookymomscoven?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3JoQ-Gq5HuvLmdBboVju7j6-QlRzrjH50CwAAaCQCTro9Jxwrt2ZTk5Do_aem_t34Evl47mDVqAS7-JxS8lA Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAn-1wj7q7GQoPMP50h6sg The Epic Universe Dark Universe announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HTnjAUp4rU Join us at Ghouliecon! Ghoulicon is July 19th & July 20th at Leapin Lizard Gallery in Covington, KY. Tickets are on sale until July 12th. Get your tickets at the link below: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ghouliecon-2024-tickets-757481927837 Stay Spooky! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehorrorcraftpodcast/support

The Art of War on Amazon (Part 3) Welcome back to Seller Sessions! In this third installment of "The Art of War on Amazon," Danny dives deep into the psychological strategies and leadership principles that can elevate an Amazon business. If you haven't listened to the first two parts, I highly recommend you do so for better context. Let's explore these insightful principles: Blaming Your Competitors Locus of Control: This psychological concept differentiates between internal and external perceptions of control. Amazon sellers often fall into the trap of attributing their failures to external factors, such as competitors' pricing. This external locus of control can hinder growth by focusing on barriers rather than improving strategies. Success on Amazon hinges on innovation and customer data—control your actions, not the competition. Lead by Example, Not Fear True leadership is about modeling the behavior you expect. Inspire your team with hard work, integrity, and dedication, rather than intimidation. Leading with fear breeds resentment and disengagement, while leading by example cultivates respect and loyalty. As the saying goes, "a fish rots from the head down," highlighting the importance of positive leadership. Never Outsource Well-Being to Social Media Social networks are engineered for attention, often at the cost of mental well-being. While they can be useful for business, they can also lead to doomscrolling and unhealthy consumption of content. Remember, social media is not the real world. It's crucial to maintain a balance and not let it dictate your happiness or productivity. For Revenge, Dig Two Graves Pursuing revenge harms both the seeker and the target. It feeds anger and bitterness, leading to a cycle of retaliation and conflict. Instead of seeking revenge, focus on your success and personal growth. As Danny puts it, “holding on to anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” The World Doesn't Revolve Around You Accountability and hard work are key. When you take responsibility and replace entitlement with effort, you'll notice positive changes in your results. It's not the world that's changing but your perception and actions. Change begins within, and as you adapt and grow, the world aligns with your progress. You're Exactly Where You're Meant to Be You are the sum of countless micro-decisions. If you're not happy with your current situation, identify and understand your patterns. Use critical thinking to break negative cycles. Remember, you are often the common denominator in your experiences, so focus on self-improvement. Never Communicate Sincerely with the Insincere Engaging with people who have no intention of resolving issues is a waste of time and energy. Recognize crazy-making behavior and avoid getting entangled in it. Sometimes, the best response is silence, preserving your energy for more constructive interactions. Needs vs. Wants Reflect on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to understand what truly motivates you. This hierarchy emphasizes the importance of meeting basic physiological and safety needs before pursuing social, esteem, and self-actualization needs. Understanding this can help keep your entrepreneurial drive in perspective. Optimise for Peace, Not Happiness Happiness is fleeting, but peace can be sustained long-term through self-accountability, self-awareness, and strong boundaries. Cultivate relationships that add value to your life and remove those that don't. Metaphorically, without war, you cannot have peace. It's the struggles that teach you the value of tranquility. Presence Over Presents Your time and attention are the most valuable gifts you can give. Whether it's to your loved ones or team members, being present and attentive creates lasting positive impacts. People will always remember how you made them feel. Hold Down Your Own Power Strong individuals maintain their power and protect others, whereas weak individuals seek to take power from others. By establishing strong boundaries and practicing self-accountability, you become resistant to manipulation and empower yourself. Conclusion Danny wraps up this session with a teaser for the next and final part of "The Art of War on Amazon." He promises to delve into the psychology of black-hat sellers using the Dark Triad framework, emphasizing the importance of deception in warfare as quoted by Sun Tzu. Tune in next time as Danny continues to equip Amazon sellers with the strategies needed to navigate and succeed in the highly competitive marketplace. Until then, take these principles to heart and implement them to gain a competitive edge. Looking for a Free PPC Audit? DataBrill  

In today's special episode, hosts Roger Short and Chris Ball have an extremely candid and personal conversation with some of the industry's most influential people.    In this real conversation with Insurance Influencers Cody and Lauren Askins, we dive deep into the dynamic power couple making waves in an industry that needs it. From heartfelt anecdotes to personal and business struggles, and resulting insights, Cody and Lauren share their journey and the real secrets to success in managing it all, when so many people have doubted and even attacked them.   

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Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes.  Today's episode was originally Episode-467- If the World Doesn’t End Won’t You Feel Stupid? & was originally first published on July 1st, 2010. The notes below … Continue reading →