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For a brief moment, things look just as they were. Three siblings sit in a bedroom together, talking about the future. But the fate of Cair Mallplex, a real reunion, and the very possibility of tomorrow all rests on Valeria's shoulders. The moon sits on the horizon. Mum's the word. Featuring pirate puns, a voided warranty, and the return of cassette tapes. Trigger warnings for references to violence, family death, grief throughout. Discussion of surveillance, mention of police brutality and imprisonment. Discussion of identity/stolen identity. Brief discussion of police brutality. Discussion of mortality and bombs. Brief mention of gender dysphoria. Find us on our website at undertheelectricstars.com! Transcripts are available on our website. Support us on Patreon ➠ patreon.com/mxeliramos Follow us on social media! 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What do you do when fear takes over? In this powerful Family Sunday message, we dive into Mark 4:35–41—the story of Jesus calming the storm—and discover how faith can overcome fear in every season of life. This message is perfect for families, kids, and anyone facing uncertainty. In this sermon, you'll learn: Why storms happen even when you follow God How to respond when fear feels overwhelming The authority Jesus has over every situation How families can grow in faith together No matter what storm you're facing, remember: Faith is greater than fear.
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In this episode, we dive into the story of Dennis Tufano, the unmistakable voice that brought The Buckinghams to the top of the charts during one of the most exciting eras in American pop and rock music.Dennis Tufano's journey began in Chicago, a city whose vibrant music scene gave rise to countless legends. Long before he was singing “Kind of a Drag” on national television, Dennis was fronting local Chicago bands like The Pulsations, performing in small clubs and perfecting the soulful vocal style that would soon make him famous. When The Pulsations won a TV talent contest and rebranded as The Buckinghams, everything changed—almost overnight.The Buckinghams burst onto the charts in 1967 with “Kind of a Drag,” a song that captured the hearts of fans and climbed straight to number one on the Billboard Hot 100. With Dennis Tufano's velvety voice leading the way, the band followed up with a string of unforgettable hits: “Don't You Care,” “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” “Susan,” and “Hey Baby (They're Playing Our Song).”At the height of their success, The Buckinghams were one of the most played American groups on radio, performing on The Ed Sullivan Show, American Bandstand, and countless other programs that defined 1960s pop culture. Their fusion of brass-driven rock and soul-infused pop set them apart from both their British contemporaries and the emerging psychedelic rock sound of the time.But Tufano's story didn't end when the hits stopped coming. After The Buckinghams disbanded, Dennis formed the duo Tufano & Giammarese with his former bandmate Carl Giammarese, recording several critically acclaimed albums in the 1970s. The duo showcased a more intimate, singer-songwriter vibe that highlighted Tufano's range and songwriting depth.From there, Dennis moved into solo work, writing and recording for film and television—most notably contributing the theme song to Grease 2. He also worked as a voice actor and composer, keeping his creative spirit alive in new ways.Today, Dennis Tufano remains a beloved performer on the classic rock and oldies circuit, delighting fans with heartfelt performances that revisit The Buckinghams' timeless hits while celebrating his own musical evolution. His live shows remind audiences why his voice was, and still is, one of the most distinctive in American pop music.In this episode, we talk about his early Chicago days, the meteoric rise of The Buckinghams, and how Dennis carved out a remarkable solo career that's still going strong decades later.If you're a fan of 1960s rock, Chicago music history, or the golden age of pop, this episode is a must-listen.
What marriage skills are essential for parents of children with disabilities? Today's guest, Kristin Faith Evans, an accomplished author, speaker, licensed master social worker, and a special needs mom, reveals these essential skills from her research and insights from her personal journey.. Kristin offers tools and resources that can help families not only survive but thrive in these demanding circumstances. The Evans' marriage was tested and ultimately strengthened through the challenges of parenting a child with disabilities Discover how Kristin is on a mission to empower others and provide vital support for marriages that often feel isolated and unsupported. Whether you're seeking ways to enhance your own marriage or looking for ways to support others in your community, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement. Stay tuned for practical tools and resources that Kristin and Tina have to offer, and find out how you can access Kristin's groundbreaking book and other valuable materials.
In episode 128 of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo continues the enlightening conversation with Kristen Evans, co-author of "How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities." This episode serves as part two of the discussion, following Todd Evans' insights in part one. Kristen, a licensed master social worker, shares her motivation behind the book, emphasizing the need for practical skills to support marriages facing unique challenges. The episode delves into the mental health struggles caregivers often face, highlighting the increased risks of depression and anxiety, and the importance of addressing these issues for a healthier family dynamic. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the framework Kristen and Todd developed, which combines communication strategies, coping mechanisms, and the significance of acknowledging grief. Kristen also touches on the benefits of counseling, mindfulness, and self-compassion as essential tools for maintaining a strong marital bond and personal well-being. 00:00 This podcast features part two of the Conversation with Todd and Kristen Evans 01:26 Kristin Evans writes a book to help couples learn practical marriage skills 02:53 Parent caregivers and all caregivers are at increased risk from mental health and physical conditions 04:54 Kristen writes about helping spouses solve difficult problems in her new book 08:33 One of the biggest factors that affect the marriage is the level of chronic stress 10:12 Grief for special needs parents can be cyclical, Kristen says 13:15 You often talk about the benefit of seeking help in terms of counseling 15:20 Kristen says parents need to prioritize their health over 20:03 Expressing and understanding your emotions 21:55 Kristen Baker created free resources on disability parenting for listeners 23:02 Conclusion Todd and Kristin's website is disabilityparenting.com
In this episode of Raising Kellan, host Marsh Naidoo engages in an enlightening conversation with Todd Evans, co-author of the book "How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Your Children with Disabilities." Todd shares his journey with his wife Kristen, from their initial meeting in college to navigating the complexities of raising children with special needs while maintaining a strong marital bond. Todd discusses the significance of communication in marriage, especially when parenting children with complex medical needs. He emphasizes distinguishing between 'feelings' and 'problem-solving' conversations to prevent misunderstandings and strengthen relationships. The conversation also delves into the intersection of faith and disability, highlighting how faith has been a cornerstone for Todd and Kristen throughout their journey. The episode offers personal experiences and practical insights, providing valuable guidance for parents facing similar challenges. Todd's story is one of resilience, faith, and the power of communication in building a thriving family life. 01:04 Todd and Kristen write a book about raising children with special needs 06:01 Communication 12:08 The misnomer that 80% of couples end up in divorce when raising a special needs child 14:11 Faith 21:44 What has Todd excited about the future of his family 24:03 Conclusion Stay tuned for part two of the interview with Kristin Evans, coming soon! Todd's podcast episode with David Hirst of the Dad to Dad Podcast https://21stcenturydads.org/352-todd-evans-of-brentwood-tn-business-owner-author-father-of-two-children-with-disabilities/ Todd and Krstin's website https://disabilityparenting.com/
About our Guests:Kristin Faith Evans, MA, MS, LMSW, and Todd Evans, PhD, MA,are award-winning authors, speakers, and disability parents. Theyearned their MA in Christian educational ministries at Wheaton Collegein Illinois and have served together in full-time ministry in church,camping, and retreat settings. Todd received his PhD from VanderbiltUniversity's School of Engineering and currently manages his ownbusiness. Kristin earned her MSW from the University of Tennessee andis a Licensed Master Social Worker experienced in couples, child andfamily, substance abuse, and crisis counseling.About Their Book:In their upcoming book How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities (Baker Books, May 2024), Kristin and Todd provide the field guide for success. With extreme practicality and empathy, they present research-based skills for fostering a thriving caregiving marriage.Caregiving parents require an additional set of skills for protecting their marriage amidst emotional, financial, and relational obstacles. Much like on a wilderness adventure, the steps of identifying where you are, setting goals, and planning your path together are vital to the success and enjoyment of the journey. Kristin and Todd apply this easy-to-follow framework in crucial areas such as stress management, communication, problem-solving, and respite to help couples thrive.Kristin and Todd are available for interviews to discuss topics such as:• Grieving the continual losses in a caregiving lifestyle• Prioritizing marital intimacy in an overwhelming schedule• Supporting each other's mental, physical, and emotional health• Fostering a life of joy despite “unhappy” circumstanceshttps://disabilityparenting.com/Dr. Holmes says you want to get the book!Get the book! Visit their site:https://toddandkristinevans.com/Get Connectedwww.DisabilityParenting.comInstagram@disabilityparentingFacebook/kristin.evans.5895X@AuthorKristinEv
In this episode, we answer a listener's question, "How can I avoid merging with my mother?" Paula's mother had experienced an unjust situation, and Paula felt angry and protective on her mom's behalf. Listen in on the self-care and reframing tips Reiki Master Geneva Robins had for this situation.Recognize it comes from a Good place - You Care!If you see yourself in Paula's shoes and feel upset or angry about injustice in the world, know that feeling has a very positive core. You care! What an amazing place the world would be if everyone cared as much as you!Sometimes, simply noticing that the energy underneath the strong feeling of distress and anger is actually coming from a place of deep love can help reframe things. As soon as you notice what the core is, you can shift into that loving space.Create a gentle space to acknowledge your feelingsThe next step is to give yourself a space, a moment where you can step away from the situation. To temporarily pause the thinking that is creating the flood of emotion in your body and just give yourself a space to rest, ground, and come back to yourself.This can be very difficult to do when you're in a heightened state, but it is essential if you want to be of maximum service to the one you love.To do this, it's useful to pay attention to the physical sensations in the body. Gently notice areas of tension, of different temperatures, noticing if there are any muscles that are clenched, if your breathing is tight and not flowing. And then just gently working to create space around all the sensations and gently creating room with your breath and awareness into the simple sensations of distress and anger within the body. It's a heightened form of mindfulness. Even a few minutes of paying attention to your inner physiological state will begin to bring in a sense of calm. You might like the Releasing Anger Meditation as a tool to begin anchoring yourself back in the present moment. Come back to yourself and the present - Grounding and your AuraAnother powerful tool is grounding, which connects to the energy within the Earth and allows that nurturing energy to bring a sense of peace into your body. Try the Grounding Meditation to activate that wise Earth Energy.Noticing the energy around your body and bringing a bit of space between you and the situation is also deeply healing. Each person has their own energy bubble, the aura, and when the aura is strong, you feel clear and are better able to discern what is your feeling and what another person's feeling. The aura is so important if you are an empath or a highly sensitive person! It helps you avoid merging with another person's energy so you can be in a good place to help them.The good news is just imagining a calming and comforting energy in the aura will help you. When you are back in your bubble, it is much easier to hold space for your loved one or the difficult situation you are facing. It is the best place for you to see their strength and cheer on their empowerment.If this is difficult for you, you can also try a Reiki session. Reiki is a gentle way of grounding and reconnecting to the flow of energy, harmonizing you with a state of peace and calm so that you can get clarity on the situation. Try the Self-Healing Meditation to see how even 5 minutes can help.The Reiki Ideals can help you get perspectiveAnger is a normal emotion when a boundary is crossed, and you or your loved one is threatened. It's a survival emotion that helps us escape danger. The problem is when anger gets stuck and becomes chronic, it just ends up burning us up.In Reiki, we practice the Reiki ideals, which are five principles for leading a happy life. The Reiki ideals are: just for today, I will let go of anger, I will let go of worry, I will be grateful for my many blessings, I will do my spiritual work honestly, and I'll be kind to myself and others.When you're facing a big issue, it can be very helpful to come back to each of the Reiki ideals and allow their wisdom to guide you to a more restful frame of mind. When you're able to come back to that space of clarity, it's much easier to see what your best action will be. When we're in the grips of anger, it is very difficult to know what the best action is because we become erratic and explosive. We still need to feel and acknowledge that anger, but we need to put it to work for us in a way that will be constructive and productive to our ultimate goals. This can be difficult when it involves somebody we care about because we have anger but also vulnerability and maybe worry. When you work through the Reiki ideals step by step, all the way to kindness, you end up getting clarity and peace along the way. So that when you take action, which anger requires, you are taking the best action possible that will help the situation and bring harmony to yourself and others. You can learn more about the Reiki ideals in Geneva's book The Secret Art of Happiness: How to Change Your Life with the Reiki Ideals. How does this sit with you?If you found the tips in this episode helpful and resonated with Paula's experience, we encourage you to leave a comment on the blog sharing your thoughts and insights. Do you find your energy merging with other people? What has helped you get clear?Send us your own questions or topics you'd like us to address in a future episode. Leave us a quick voice memo on our SpeakPipe page. Your input and questions are valuable, and we look forward to continuing this conversation with you in our upcoming episodes.
About the Evans Kristin and Todd (married 22 years) live with their two children in the Nashville, TN area. About the Book Building a vibrant and joyful marriage is always a challenge. When you add the stresses inherent in parenting children with disabilities, it becomes both more difficult and more critical. Once on the brink of divorce, Kristin and Todd Evans uncovered the unique set of skills critical for growing a fulfilling relationship amid the extraordinary challenges of caring for their two children with special needs. Now they are sharing their hard-won discoveries and inspiring marriage story with you. Weaving together insights from Scripture, research, and clinical and personal experience, Kristin and Todd offer you the practical relationship tools you need to save, strengthen, and enjoy your marriage. Related Links How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities Base Camp 2024 - deadline is Wednesday
Parenting is a tough job and when you have a child with special needs, the challenges can be even more complex. From advocating for your child in school to finding the right therapy options, there are so many aspects of parenting a child with special needs that require extra care and attention. Amidst these pressures, marriages can face significant strain. In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines, Todd Evans PhD, MA, and Kristin Evans MA, MS, LMSW explore the challenges of raising a child with special needs. Todd and Kristin, authors of “How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities,” share insights on balancing their dreams, their child's needs, and their marriage. They highlight the importance of parents prioritizing mental health and self-care to better support their children. Clear communication, emotional connection, and time management remain essential for effective care. Parents of children with special needs are encouraged to take time for themselves—self-care is crucial for caring for others. In this episode, you will hear: Why effective communication is important for parents of children with special needs How parents of children with special needs can prioritize their own well-being Healthy ways to recognize the address challenges in caregiving marriages Why it is crucial to have a supportive partner during challenging times How parents can effectively advocate for their child with special needs in school and medical settings Resources from this Episode: Website: https://disabilityparenting.com/ Read: How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities Facebook: Kristin.Evans.5895 Twitter: @AuthorKristinEv Instagram: @disabilityparenting LinkedIn: @Kristin-Evans Engage with us: Join our community: Circle of Care Visit: https://annettehines.com Read Butterflies and Second Chances LinkedIn: @annette-hines-snc Instagram: @parentingimpossible Facebook: @SpecialNeedsCompanies Twitter: @SpecialNeedsCo Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.
After five years of marriage, Kristin and Todd Evans' world was rocked when they learned they were about to become parents to a child with a disability. The stress, grief and the demands of learning to be caregivers to a child with disabilities transformed their once-joyful marriage and nearly broke it apart. When spouses are also caregivers, the marriage will face challenges that others may not know anything about. Today Todd and Kristin share their powerful story of learning to navigate this reality and how they have kept their marriage strong through it all. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: The additional challenges parents face as caregivers Learning to cope with the ‘living loss' of disability How to set and communicate priorities in an unending to do list Ways to deepening emotional connection & intimacy while always “on call” Handling grief and chronic sorrow together *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! QUOTES “For all parents, there's a sacrificial piece to it. For special needs parents, it goes to a new level of what you have to sacrifice.” - Todd Evans “1 in 3 caregivers experience depression and anxiety.” - Kristin Evans “I couldn't understand why I couldn't' get over my grief, but Todd had moved on.” - Kristin Evans “There's not a right or wrong way to grieve, it's just different.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Order the Evans' book, How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities Follow @DisabilityParenting on Instagram for more great tips! Get the budget conversation started with 27 Money Questions Every Couple Needs to Ask Marriage Multiplier is a quick and highly practical weekly email to help you invest in your marriage. CLICK HERE to learn more!
After five years of marriage, Kristin and Todd Evans' world was rocked when they learned they were about to become parents to a child with a disability. The stress, grief and the demands of learning to be caregivers to a child with disabilities transformed their once-joyful marriage and nearly broke it apart. When spouses are also caregivers, the marriage will face challenges that others may not know anything about. Today Todd and Kristin share their powerful story of learning to navigate this reality and how they have kept their marriage strong through it all. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. Episode highlights include: The additional challenges parents face as caregivers Learning to cope with the ‘living loss' of disability How to set and communicate priorities in an unending to do list Ways to deepening emotional connection & intimacy while always “on call” Handling grief and chronic sorrow together *Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! QUOTES “For all parents, there's a sacrificial piece to it. For special needs parents, it goes to a new level of what you have to sacrifice.” - Todd Evans “1 in 3 caregivers experience depression and anxiety.” - Kristin Evans “I couldn't understand why I couldn't' get over my grief, but Todd had moved on.” - Kristin Evans “There's not a right or wrong way to grieve, it's just different.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Order the Evans' book, How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities Follow @DisabilityParenting on Instagram for more great tips! Get the budget conversation started with 27 Money Questions Every Couple Needs to Ask Marriage Multiplier is a quick and highly practical weekly email to help you invest in your marriage. CLICK HERE to learn more!
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In this episode of Empowering Homeschool Conversations, your host Annie Yorty and her special guests dive into the unique challenges and beautiful complexities of maintaining a strong, loving partnership while navigating the demands of special needs parenting. Our expert guests bring a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the table, offering invaluable insights and practical strategies for fostering resilience, connection, and joy in your marriage. Whether you're homeschooling parents seeking support, or simply looking for ways to strengthen your relationship amidst life's challenges, this conversation promises to provide the inspiration and tools you need to thrive together. Let's embark on this journey of love and learning, together. Our guests, Dr. Todd and Kristin Evans, are celebrating 22 years of marriage. They are award-winning authors, speakers, and special needs parents. They co-authored their new book, How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities (Baker Books). They both earned their MA in Christian Educational Ministries at Wheaton College in Illinois and have served together in full-time ministry in church, camping, and retreat settings. Todd received his PhD from Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering and currently manages his own business, and Kristin earned her MSW from the University of Tennessee and is a Licensed Master Social Worker experienced in couples, child and family, substance abuse, and crisis counseling. They enjoy traveling and the outdoors together. To connect with our guests, visit: https://disabilityparenting.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Build-Thriving-Marriage-Children-Disabilities/dp/1540903737/ https://www.instagram.com/disabilityparenting/ To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ To learn about the other Empowering Homeschool Conversations Co-Hosts and their resources, visit: https://annieyorty.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve https://elarplearning.com/ https://solimaracademy.com/Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
"Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance." 1 Corinthians 13:7 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you to care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. On this week's episode host Sandra Flach talks with Todd and Kristin Evans about their new book, How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. Listen in as the Evans's share how the chronic stress of raising their children with disabilities affected their marriage and how they went from barely surviving to thriving. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media. Links mentioned in this episode: justicefororphansny.org justicefororphansny.org/hope-community Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org SandraFlach.com disabilityparenting.com
Hi friend! Building a strong and thriving marriage takes hard work. Now, adding a child makes it feel even more challenging. For married couples caring for a child or children with disabilities, a thriving marriage can seem impossible. Research has shown that these couples face unique and intense stressors and are at increased risk for divorce. The additional challenges, responsibilities, and grief can take a toll. In this enlightening episode, our special guests, Kristin and Todd Evans will be taking us on a journey as they share their knowledge, experience, and story as it relates to the title of their new book: How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. So, stay tuned and get ready to be enlightened as we delve into the topic for today. Kristin Faith Evans, MA, MS, LMSW and Todd Evans, Phd, MA, are award-winning authors, speakers, and disability parents. They earned their MA in Christian educational ministries at Wheaton College in Illinois and have served together in full-time ministry in church, camping, and retreat settings. Todd received his PhD from Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering and currently manages his own business. Kristin earned her MSW from the University of Tennessee and is a Licensed Master Social Worker experienced in couples, child and family, substance abuse, and crisis counseling. You can connect with Kristin and Todd Evans by visiting their website where you will find out more about their resources and their book: How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. https://disabilityparenting.com/ ............................................................................................................. For questions/inquiries/coaching: Email: coach@happymarriedfamily.com The Happy Married Family Online Shop: https://happymarriedfamily.etsy.com/
Welcome to the Marriage Talk Podcast - Ep 177 - How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities Building a vibrant and joyful marriage is always a challenge. When you add the stresses inherent in parenting children with disabilities, it becomes both more difficult and more critical. Once on the brink of divorce, Kristin and Todd Evans uncovered the unique set of skills crucial for growing a fulfilling relationship amid the extraordinary challenges of caring for their two children with special needs. Weaving together insights from Scripture, research, and clinical and personal experience, they show you how to · identify your unique needs · assess your strengths and weaknesses · set your priorities · develop healthy stress management skills · deepen your communication and connection · tackle problems as a team · find ways to rest and recharge · nurture sexual intimacy · build a strong support network · and so much more CLICK HERE TO BUY THE BOOK "Filled with hope when you need it most--and many practical action and relational steps you can take right now--this new book gives couples the perfect roadmap for thriving in the midst of troubled times."--Matt Jacobson, founder of FaithfulMan.com, and Lisa Jacobson, founder of Club31Women.com "For any couple whose relationship is crumbling under the grief and stress of parenting children with disabilities, these pages offer priceless hope and help. It's not too late to make a new way forward, together, and this book shows the way."--Rob and Joanna Teigen, founders of Growing Home Together and bestselling authors About the Author Kristin Faith Evans, MA, MS, LMSW, and Todd Evans, PhD, MA, are award-winning authors, speakers, and disability parents. They earned their MA in Christian educational ministries at Wheaton College in Illinois and have served together in full-time ministry in church, camping, and retreat settings. Todd received his PhD from Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering and currently manages his own business. Kristin earned her MSW from the University of Tennessee and is a Licensed Master Social Worker experienced in couples, child and family, substance abuse, and crisis counseling.
In this episode, Sarah and Jeremy interview Kristin Faith and Todd Evans from Disability Parenting to discuss their book How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. They also share advice for couples raising children with disabilities. You can learn more about Kristin and Todd at: Giving Parents of Children with Chronic Illnesses & Disabilities the Keys to Thrive - Disability Parenting You can find more of us at: Stelmach Brown Media llc Remember, we are affiliated with AngelSense. If you are looking for a GPS tracker to help with a family member who may be an elopement risk, please check out AngelSense at https://www.angelsense.com/?ref=sarahstelmachbrown We are also affiliated with Memory Lane TV. It a multi-sensory and engaging series of programs adapted for people living with memory loss and their care partners. Check them out at: http://www.watchmemorylane.com?code=ambassadormltv11 And use the special promo code: AMBASSADORMLTV11 We are also affiliated with Carewell. Use this code and you can receive 30% off first order Care Products | 24/7 Service | 30% OFF 1st Autoship - Carewell Check out our sponsor http://www.favor-ct.org/ Please like share and subscribe to our podcast, also if you enjoy our content and to provide us with additional support, you can tip us here https://ko-fi.com/caregiverchroniclespodcast Or here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/caregivercg
Welcome to my second Joint Interview! My Co-host again is Gary Puckett, ‘60s Superstar with Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, as we interview Dennis Tufano of The Buckinghamsds, another ‘60s music Superstar. Dennis was the original voice of The Buckinghams, America's answer to the British Invasion bands. Like Gary, Dennis and his band had an incredible string of hits including “Kind Of A Drag”, “Don't You Care”, “Mercy Mercy Mercy”, “Hey Baby They're Playing Our Song” and “Susan”.In honor of my co-host the featured song in this episode is “Young Girl”, one of Gary's biggest hits.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES” is Robert's new single. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's recent single. With guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------“MILES BEHIND”, Robert's debut album, recorded in 1994, was “lost” for the last 30 years. It's now been released for streaming. Featuring Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears), Anton Fig (The David Letterman Show), Al Foster (Miles Davis), Tim Ries (The Rolling Stones), Jon Lucien and many more. Called “Hip, Tight and Edgy!” Click here for all links.—--------------------------------------“IT'S ALIVE!” is Robert's latest Project Grand Slam album. Featuring 13 of the band's Greatest Hits performed “live” at festivals in Pennsylvania and Serbia.Reviews:"An instant classic!" (Melody Maker)"Amazing record...Another win for the one and only Robert Miller!" (Hollywood Digest)"Close to perfect!" (Pop Icon)"A Masterpiece!" (Big Celebrity Buzz)"Sterling effort!" (Indie Pulse)"Another fusion wonder for Project Grand Slam!" (MobYorkCity)Click here for all links.Click here for song videos—-----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with Dennis:www.tufanofans.com Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com
In this episode, Sarah and Jeremy interview Kristin Faith and Todd Evans from Disability Parenting to discuss their book How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. They also share advice for couples raising children with disabilities. You can learn more about Kristin and Todd at: Giving Parents of Children with Chronic Illnesses & Disabilities the Keys to Thrive - Disability Parenting You can find more of us at: Stelmach Brown Media llc Remember, we are affiliated with AngelSense. If you are looking for a GPS tracker to help with a family member who may be an elopement risk, please check out AngelSense at https://www.angelsense.com/?ref=sarahstelmachbrown We are also affiliated with Memory Lane TV. It a multi-sensory and engaging series of programs adapted for people living with memory loss and their care partners. Check them out at: http://www.watchmemorylane.com?code=ambassadormltv11 And use the special promo code: AMBASSADORMLTV11 We are also affiliated with Carewell. Use this code and you can receive 30% off first order Care Products | 24/7 Service | 30% OFF 1st Autoship - Carewell Check out our sponsor http://www.favor-ct.org/ Please like share and subscribe to our podcast, also if you enjoy our content and to provide us with additional support, you can tip us here https://ko-fi.com/caregiverchroniclespodcast Or here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/caregivercg
In this episode we speak with Dr. Aaron Blight, Ed.D., about the importance of supporting our family caregivers. Dr. Blight is an international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. His book, When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative, received a 2020 Best Indie Book Award, a 2021 IPPY Award, and a 2022 Mom's Choice Award. The founder of Caregiving Kinetics, Dr. Blight has served as a family caregiver, home care company owner, caregiving scholar, and policy leader at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. His doctoral degree is from George Washington University, and he is an Adjunct Professor of Public Health at Shenandoah University. Dr. Blight is an honorary board member of the Well Spouse Association and serves on the advisory boards of Seniors First as well as the Duet Meaning & Hope Institute. Learning points: 1. Why is self-care for caregivers so important for developing resilience? 2. How does a family member learn to fulfil the caregiver role for a loved one? 3. What is the value of caregiver support group? 4. What are some unexpected rewards that come from caregiving? Social Media Handles/Website Address Website: www.caregivingkinetics.com https://caregivingkinetics.com/for-event-planning-professionals https://www.facebook.com/AaronBlightAuthor https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx7f21SzAQvH4uJTfvrsn8w https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronblight/ https://twitter.com/aaronblight
DEBBIE LUNDBERG BELIEVES "HOW YOU PRESENT IS HOW YOU ARE REMEMBERED"! Debbie joins us for the 2nd episode of the 2024 Gasparilla Overload. She is the 2006 founder & CEO of the Florida-based National firm, Presenting Powerfully. Debbie combined her 14 years of automotive leadership, her adjunct facilitation running simultaneously for 11 of those years with her extensive schooling to embark on her business endeavor for passionately and purposefully enhancing 1) communication, behaviors & relationships, 2)leading & leadership, and 3) emotional intelligence & kindness through the following four offerings: Keynotes & Talks, Strategy & Facilitation, Teaming & Training, and Coaching & Consulting.As an 11-time published author, 2-time book contributor, certified virtual presenter, certified life coach, certified leadership coach, and certified image consultant, Debbie is a performance coach who writes a monthly business etiquette column for Tampa Bay Business & Wealth magazine. Debbie also co-hosts The Business Of Life Master (TBOL) Class Podcast. Her 2020 book, REMOTE WORK ROCKSTAR, quickly became the guidebook for working and leading virtually! A quick dose of Debbie can be seen in her 2020 TED Talk “Who Cares? You CARE!” She serves on many boards and is a pillar of her community. Team Lundberg, which includes Michael and their four-legged daughter, a lab rescue, Daisy, reside in South Tampa, where they settled in 2004.Check out Debbie's first episode on the show here: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/2357513-learn-to-honor-your-value-with-this-ceo She came back for a Rewind the Clock bonus episode! You can catch that episode here: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/5922400-rewind-the-clock-with-the-remote-rock-star This rockstar also joined the show for a Podcast to Podcast bonus episode to discuss her podcast with co-host Barb Zant. Learn about their show here.As one of Lanci's most visited guests, she made her first Gasparilla OVerload appearance in 2023. She also shares some of her favorite holiday memories. Join the conversation here: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/12084306-2023-gasparilla-overload-1-2x-tedx-speaker-kicks-off-gasparilla-overload Check us out on social media @ThatEntrepreneurShow on all platforms and visit www.vincentalanci.com for more show and guest information.Have a question for the host or guest? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get started.If you enjoy the episode, please click the subscribe button for weekly episodeSupport the showIf you enjoyed this week's show, click the subscribe button to stay current.Listen to A Mental Health Break Episodes hereTune into Writing with Authors here
Laurie Huston from News for the Heart is talking with physicist Tom Campbell about Creating New Years Intentions. We like to discuss Intentions over Resolutions.This Year Tom added some great insight into what Intentions are. One of the biggest things is that You Care. If you don't care about the people of your Intentions or What you want to change about Yourself, it becomes much more difficult.Thinking about your Intentions once won't manifest what you want. You need to play with your Intentions several times a day. BE the Intention rather than doing behavior modification.Willpower alone isn't enough. If you haven't discovered the fears that are prohibiting what your Intentions are, then you are working against your Ego. And it isn't helping you Grow Up.Sometimes it also is about shifting your Perspective. Often we see things as an obligation, and miss the Opportunity to experience the Meditative qualities or the Love that is the reason you want to change. Instead of manipulating others and even ourselves.Let your New Year's Intentions come from your Heart. Another Powerful discussion with Tom Campbell! We're Getting to the Heart of what Matters!
Marriages that weather the storms of life are a rarity. When we throw in the demands of caring for a child with special needs, most marriages just don't make it. We know as parents we need to invest in our spouse, but how do we do that when so much of our attention is devoted to our children with special needs? In Episode 70, we interviewed Todd and Kristin Evans on how they cultivate a healthy marriage. Dr. Todd and Kristin Evans are award-winning authors, speakers, and parents of two children with complex needs. Their new book, How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities will release in May 2024 by Baker Books. Connect with Todd and Kristin and learn more about their ministry and free resources at www.DisabilityParenting.com. Full Spectrum Parent is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual guidance to help you grow into the perfectly imperfect parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org
Summary Navigate faith during the storm, with our daily devotional podcast episode. Weather life's challenges powered by spiritual strength. Introduction: Faith During the Storm Life is full of storms. They come in different forms - financial difficulties, health challenges, relationship struggles, and more. When we find ourselves in the midst of these storms, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and lose hope. However, as believers, we have a source of strength and peace that can carry us through any storm - our faith in Jesus. Faith During the Storm: Jesus, Don't You Care? In Mark 4:35-37, we read about a powerful storm that arose while Jesus and his disciples were crossing the Sea of Galilee. The waves were crashing into the boat, and the disciples were filled with fear. In the midst of their panic, they woke Jesus, who was sleeping peacefully, and said, “Teacher, don't you care that we're going to drown?” Jesus Demonstrates His Power Jesus, with complete authority, rebuked the wind and the waves, and said to his disciples, "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?" In that moment, Jesus demonstrated his power over the storm and reminded his disciples that they could trust him, even in the most challenging circumstances. Faith During the Storm: Jesus is With Us During our Storms Just like the disciples, we may sometimes question whether Jesus cares about our storms. But the truth is, he is always with us, even when it seems like he is asleep. He is in control, and he invites us to have faith in him. Cultivating Faith During the Storm So how can we cultivate faith in the midst of life's storms? First, we need to immerse ourselves in God's Word. The more we read and meditate on the promises of God, the more our faith will grow. Second, we need to pray and seek God's guidance. When we bring our fears and concerns to him, he gives us peace and direction. Finally, we need to surround ourselves with a community of believers who can encourage and support us in our faith journey. Faith During the Storm: Reflection Question: In what ways can you actively cultivate faith in the midst of your current storm? Photo by James Peacock on Unsplash Battle Drill Daily Devotional Podcast This WeThanks for listening to Battle Drill Daily Devotional, where each weekday I share short, 5-minute Christian devotionals to help you stay spiritually strong and battle-ready for life's challenges. Hosted by Salvation Army officer Rob Westwood-Payne, this podcast brings daily encouragement and biblical insights to believers of all backgrounds. If today's devotional inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might need encouragement. Your support helps more people discover Battle Drill Daily Devotional, a trusted source for Salvation Army devotionals and Christian faith reflections. For more devotionals and resources, visit battledrilldevotional.com. Prefer watching? Check out our video devotionals at video.battledrilldevotional.com. Connect with me on social: Twitter/X: @Battle_Drill | Instagram: @BattleDrillDevotional | Facebook: Battle Drill Daily Devotional
Pastor Robert Marshall, diving into Mark 4:38 with a message entitled, "Don't You Care?"
Carl Giammarese, one of the founding and still current members of The Buckinghams, sat down and visited with us. We've toured many summers with the Buckinghams and have gotten to know Carl very well. Even so it's such a pleasure to visit and hear things we still didn't know about and delve a little deeper. The Buckinghams rocked the '60's and beyond with a sound that ultimately would help blaze the path and open the doors for their fellow Chicago musicians trying to make it big, the group "Chicago". Hits like "Kind of a Drag", "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy", "Don't You Care?" and of course "Susan" cemented The Buckinghams as one of the top groups producing hits in the '60's. Enjoy the episode.
This week, Jesus calms the storm. A very interesting storm indeed.The Sermon for this episode is called "Don't You Care?" and can be found at pondergmc.org/ministries/sermonsNEW!: Rate us at Podchaser Find us at www.pondergmc.org. Feedback is welcome: PonderMethodist@gmail.com Music performed by the Ponder GMC worship team. Cover Art: Joe Wagner Recorded, edited and mixed by Snikrock
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The 4th year of the show brings the 3rd Gasparilla Overload! In honor of the Tampa holiday, each day this week will feature a new episode with a different top-performing Tampa based Entrepreneur.To start the bonus series, Debbie Lundberg rejoins the show. You will learn all about her business endeavors, what's new since her last episode, her memorable Gasparilla moments, and much more.She believes "HOW YOU PRESENT IS HOW YOU ARE REMEMBERED"! She is the 2006 founder & CEO of the Florida-based National firm, Presenting Powerfully. Debbie combined her 14-years of automotive leadership, her adjunct facilitation running simultaneously for 11 of those years, and her extensive schooling to embark on her business endeavor for passionately and purposefully enhancing:1) communication, behaviors & relationships, 2 leading & leadership, and 3) emotional intelligence & kindness through the following four offerings: Keynotes & Talks, Strategy & Facilitation, Teaming & Training, and Coaching & Consulting.As a 12-time published author, certified virtual presenter, certified life coach, certified leadership coach, and certified image consultant, Debbie is a performance coach who writes a monthly business etiquette column for Tampa Bay Business and Wealth magazine. Debbie also co-hosts The Business Of Life Master (TBOL) Class Podcast. Her 2020 book, REMOTE WORK ROCKSTAR, quickly became the guidebook for working and leading virtually! A quick dose of Debbie can be seen in her 2020 TED Talk “Who Cares? You CARE!” Link to her first episodeLink to her second episodeLink to her episode on A Mental Health BreakLink to Host Vincent A. Lanci's guest appearance on Lundberg's show "The Business of Life Masterclass"Guest WebsiteWelcome back to That Entrepreneur Show, where top performing entrepreneurs stop by each week. This is the podcast where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comWebsiteYouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInFor Digital Editing / Potential Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comAdventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenHappy | https://soundcloud.com/morning-kuliIf you enjoyed this week's show, click the subscribe button to stay current.Listen to A Mental Health Break Episodes hereTune into Writing with Authors here
Aaron Blight, Ed.D., international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and health care and author of When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative, talks with Caregiver SOS on Air Co-Hosts Tina Smith, Director, Caregiver Programs, WellMed Charitable Foundation, and award winning veteran broadcaster and attorney, Ron Aaron, about managing the holidays with an aging and in decline loved one.
This Yur-End Beck Did it Better has decided to celebrate the holiday spirit by complicating our listeners with the best podcast about Nine Inch Nails, and the 122nd greatest album of all time, The Downward Spiral. But before we desecrate you we get an amazing voicemail about whether it's ok to play explicit lyrics in front of kids. We also become the best Christmas podcast when we talk about attending children's Christmas concerts, professional Christmas lights, and purchasing holiday inflatables with rebates. We also discuss personal intimacy in the champagne room, in futuristic vehicles, and at Walgreens next to the gingerbread village kits. Then at (53:00) we discuss Nine Inch Nails' industrial rock album, The Downward Spiral. We talk about classical music's influence on Trent Reznor, leitmotifs, and the best songs where one person played all the instruments. We also discuss a hypothetical relationship between Trent Reznor and Dave Coulier, how to make a rusty nail cocktail, and whether Closer is the second sexiest song ever. Next week the guys plan to ramble on about Moby Dick for 90 minutes when we become the best Led Zeppelin podcast and cover their second studio album, Led Zeppelin II. Also, we'd appreciate it if you'd share this episode with a friend. Hurry! Don't You Care!
Feeling like nobody cares about your dream? Not sure if you even care? Does it matter? Maybe you're just pretending? If this sounds like, then hang in there! Patrice shares her journey of writing a book, getting lost along the way, and crossing the finish line just three months after she seriously considered quitting.Once you reach the finish line, you'll realized YOU CARE! IT MATTERS to YOU. And you're the most important person. Nobody else will do this for you. Learn how to get your dream across the finish line with a few simple strategies.
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Dennis Tufano was the original singer of The Buckinghams. In the 1960s this band had a string of hits that dominated the radio. “Kind Of A Drag”, “Don't You Care”. “Mercy Mercy Mercy”, “Hey Baby They're Playing Our Song” and “Susan” were a big part of the American response to the British Invasion. Dennis talks about that special time and all those hits, and we do a Songfest.My featured song in this episode is “Cannonball” by The Robert Miller Group. Spotify link HERE.-------------------------------------------- Dennis and I discuss the following:The British Invasion and The BeatlesFormation of The BuckinghamsHow they got their nameChicago and the Buckingham FountainThe Smothers Brothers ShowJim Holvay and The Mob Songfest:“Kind Of A Drag”“Don't You Care”“Mercy Mercy Mercy”“Hey Baby They're Playing Our Song”“Susan” If you enjoyed the show, please Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Just Click Here.“The Fall Of Winter” is Robert's new single, a collaboration with legendary rocker Jim Peterik of the Ides Of March (“Vehicle”) and formerly with Survivor (“Eye Of The Tiger”). And featuring renowned guitarist Elliott Randall (Steely Dan/Doobie Brothers) and famous keyboard player Tony Carey (Joe Cocker/Eric Burden). The reviewers have called “The Fall Of Winter” “A Triumph!” (The Indie Source) and “Flexes real rock muscle!” (Celebrity Zone). The track is available for streaming on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and all the other streaming platforms, and also for download from The PGS Store. And you must check out the lyric video on YouTube HERE. Rock on!Robert's “Follow Your Dream Handbook” is an Amazon #1 Bestseller. It's a combination memoir of his unique musical journey and a step by step how-to follow and succeed at your dream. Available on Amazon and wherever books are sold.Get your Complimentary DREAM ROADMAP with Robert's 5 steps to pursue and succeed at YOUR dream. Just click here: https://www.followyourdreampodcast.com/DreamRoadmap Connect with Dennis at:https://www.dennistufanorocks.comhttps://www.facebook.com/dennistufanosings Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:WebsiteFacebookEmail Robert: robert@followyourdreampodcast.comYouTube Listen to the Follow Your Dream Podcast on these podcast platforms:CastBoxSpotifyApple Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:WebsiteInstagramPGS StoreYouTubeFacebookSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail: pgs@projectgrandslam.com
Aaron Blight, Ed.D., is the author of When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative. His book received the 2020 Best Indie Book Award for the Non-Fiction/Caregiving category, as well as a 2021 Independent Publishers Book Award for the Aging/Death & Dying category.Aaron is an international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. He is the founder of Caregiving Kinetics and has been recognized as a Top 100 Healthcare Leader by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare. Aaron's passion for supporting caregivers is rooted in his personal experience as a family caregiver; his professional background as the owner of a large home care company and as a leader at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; and his study of caregiving as a phenomenon of social science. Aaron serves as an adjunct professor at Shenandoah University, an honorary board member of the Well Spouse Association, and an advisory board member of the Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging. He holds a doctorate degree from The George Washington University, a master's degree from the University of Baltimore, and a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University. Aaron and his wife, Jessica, live outside of Washington, D.C., in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. They have four children and three grandchildren. Aaron enjoys exercise, music, travel, cats, and ice cream. Dr. Blight speaks with groups all over the world about caregiving and will be happy to join your caregiver support group for a personal discussion about the book, When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative.Learn more about Aaron's bookFollow Aaron on FacebookFollow Aaron on TwitterVisit Aaron's website
When I was a junior product manager, just starting out, I had to learn to get consensus on projects before the company would sign off on them and before the team would start working on them. It was a two-stage process: Get sign-off from the higher-ups and get sign-off from the team that would be working on it. Here was the catch: Nobody worked for me. I had no authority over anyone at all, just a head on my shoulders, some data analysis and visualization skills, and a big mouth that wanted to tell people what to do. It didn't always work out. So, I had to learn… how do you influence people, change their opinions and their behaviors, when you don't have any place in the hierarchy and nothing to threaten them with? There's no hint of them losing their jobs if they disagree with you and that's a good thing! Can you imagine an immature person firing a project manager because he or she didn't get what they wanted? I can imagine it, but it's not a pretty picture. Anyway, I learned that it's really not too difficult to influence without authority. It comes down to you having showing three basic characteristics:1. You CARE about the person you're talking to and trying to persuade. 2. You CARE about your customers and the people you're trying to help.3. You CARE about the company you work for, their bottom line and their strategy.Let's get into what caring looks like in practice in this podcast episode.
Host Frances Hall of ACAPcommunity and co-host AJ Kerley of Pace @ Home, Hickory, NC welcome Mary Remmes, Caregiver Coach as they discuss “What's Fueling You as You Care for Your Aging Parent?” Caring for an aging parent or loved one can be extremely challenging. When we're a caregiver, we are consumed by our loved one's day-to-day needs and our stresses, and we rarely think about what may be “fueling” our actions. Understanding our motivations, goals, and emotions is critical in how we experience this phase of our lives. Developing awareness of how we choose to think about every situation we face with an aging loved one helps us recognize our strengths and helps provide us with coping tools we may not have realized we have. Thank you Pace @ Home for your continued sponsorship!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How does caregiving change your life? Dr. Aaron Blight shares with us his book, When Caregiving Calls, about lessons from his own journey and valuable tools to combat loneliness and the normalization of our emotions as caregivers. It's a powerful life-giving conversation with someone who's lived it and shared his expertise for more than 20 years. Aaron Blight, Ed.D., is an international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. His book, When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative, received a 2020 Best Indie Book Award. Dr. Blight is the founder of Caregiving Kinetics and serves as an Adjunct Professor of Healthcare Management and Public Health at Shenandoah University. He has served as a family caregiver, home care company owner, caregiving scholar, and leader at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Aaron was recently recognized as a “Top 100 Healthcare Leader” by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare. He currently serves as a board member for several care-related organizations. caregivingkinetics.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/caregiver-wellness15/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/caregiver-wellness15/support
In Mark 4, Jesus famously shows himself to be Lord of the Storm, but this is not merely a raw display of power. There's something bigger than the storm going on with his disciples: "Teacher, don't you care?!" Are you apathetic, Jesus? Do our lives not matter? He is actively cultivating something that was lacking in his followers: awe. The storm had their awe... but did Jesus? Without deep reverence and awe of Christ, he will never be a life-transforming joy to us. Without it, our faith will remain peripheral, merely conceptual, and even perfunctory. So how do we recover that awe and - with it - our joy? Let's talk about Jesus asleep in the boat. Discussion Questions That kid was talking to the biggest skateboarder of all time and he didn't know it! Have you ever been in the midst of greatness and didn't know it? In the recorded-video sermon, Pastor Russ gave some rationale why you can't take this miracle in Mark 4:35-41 as myth. Did you find his reasons compelling? Do you accept all of the Bible's miracles as historical events? None of these things happened? Some but not all of the miracles happened? Don't You Care? When have you wondered if God cared? Was your despair over His apparent absence or that He didn't care? Were you able to express that to Him, or did you wallow in isolated silence? Can you be honest with God about what you think of Him? Jesus led them into a storm. When has following Jesus taken you into scary territory? Have you ever been burned, short-changed, or suffered while following Jesus? Did that moment make you jaded or cynical? Where Is Your Faith? When we are under pressure, in the vice, or threatened, our insides come out – we get exposed. When has this happened to you? When you went through one of your most stressful moments in life, what came out of you? Talk about a time when you weathered a storm, and it made you closer to Jesus and stronger in your faith. What exactly happened that made you stronger in your faith? Who Is This? The disciples knew of storms, but they didn't know of the power with them there in the boat. Have you ever been overwhelmed by God, beyond anything you've ever experienced? When have you truly been in awe of God? When have you been covered and protected by God's ability and presence, even when you were facing something that threatened to destroy you or your way of life? Encourage someone in your group with your experience: What was it like for you to trust in a hard moment? Gospel: The wind and the waves crashed on Jesus so we could be protected. Jonah was saved from drowning and so were the disciples. Even though our faith is weak, God chooses not to squash us. Rather, He encourages our faith along.
This week, Rayna Neises, your host, talks with Dr. Aaron Blight. Dr. Blight is the author of “When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative.” He is also the founder of a consulting firm dedicated to those who care for the aging population. In addition to his professional knowledge and expertise, he draws from his firsthand experience as a family caregiver for his mother-in-law. The following insights are shared:A transition to family caregiver can happen suddenly due to an accident or unexpected diagnosis. However, it can also happen gradually over time as you begin to perform more and more tasks and eventually realize that the relationship has changed.Although everyone has their own individual caregiver journey, there are common challenges and experiences that they all experience.Caregiving by its very nature is reactive, but there are things that you can do that will make the situation better and easier for both you and your loved one.Reflection questions can help the family caregiver to think about things that they would rather not and to apply examples from other's situations to their own journey.Two ways for family caregivers to get help:outsource tasks to provide needed respiteself-careBoth are important so that you can be your best self and be effective in the caregiving role.Participating in virtual family caregiver workshops can provide some anonymity and allow for some raw honesty to come through.We pay for competent care, but we yearn for people who are mindful of our humanity and who can provide compassion and empathy as well.
Dr. Aaron Blight has had a lifetime of caregiving experience. Both personal and professional. He took what he learned as a family caregiver and started a career in professional caregiving. His latest endeavor has taken him from the owner of a homecare business, to being the founder of Caregiving Kinetics, and author of When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative. Why should you listen? Because there are over 53 MILLION Americans providing unpaid care for a family member. And 83% of those caregivers are experience MORE stress with the onset of Covid-19. And chances are very good that if you are not already a family caregiver, you're going to be. We had a great conversation today about: Some of the struggles family caregivers face Unanticipated rewards of being a family caregiver Suggestions for managing guilt/resentment family caregivers can feel What dying teaches you about living Why you should read his book Find Aaron on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter Home Instead Senior Care Services, Visiting Angels
In this episode, our host, Micheal Pope, will interact with Aaron Blight, Ed.D., who is an international speaker and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. He is the Founder of Caregiving Kinetics and has been recognized as a "Top 100 Healthcare Leader" by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare.Aaron's passion for supporting caregivers is rooted in his personal experience as a family caregiver; his professional work as the owner of a large home care company and as a leader at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; and his study of caregiving as a phenomenon of social science. He holds a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University, a master's degree from the University of Baltimore, and a doctorate from George Washington University.Dr. Blight speaks with groups all over the world about caregiving. He invites participants to think deeply about their individual caregiving experiences' meaning and significance in workshops and conference talks. He attends caregiver support groups to facilitate discussions related to his book When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative. Get your copy today.
This Week Dan Dangler (Area Director of Young Life) spoke on. Don't You Care? This is a profound question we ask God all throughout our life. How we answer this question is a great look into our relationship with Him. What could happen if we not only knew that He cared but couldn't help telling others this truth? This week we are going to take a deep dive into Mark's account of Jesus calming the Storm.
This Week Dan Dangler (Area Director of Young Life) spoke on. Don't You Care? This is a profound question we ask God all throughout our life. How we answer this question is a great look into our relationship with Him. What could happen if we not only knew that He cared but couldn't help telling others this truth? This week we are going to take a deep dive into Mark's account of Jesus calming the Storm.
This Week Dan Dangler (Area Director of Young Life) spoke on. Don't You Care? This is a profound question we ask God all throughout our life. How we answer this question is a great look into our relationship with Him. What could happen if we not only knew that He cared but couldn't help telling others this truth? This week we are going to take a deep dive into Mark's account of Jesus calming the Storm.