Best Coffee Talk With Linda Podcasts (2024)

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Spiritual Warfare: Part Two 25:51

3h ago25:51

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Tune if for Part Two of Spiritual Warfare. If you haven’t already go listen to Part One. The devil is real. The battle is real. Our God is real. Our weapons are real and our portion in this is real. THERE’S A CONTENDING BY GOD. THERE’S A CONTENDING BY SATAN. THERE’S A CONTENDING BY US. We’ve been given the authority to contend. We’ve been given the…

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How to Set Bridges Instead of Boundaries with Zya Be 55:18

2h ago55:18

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Have you ever hesitated to set a boundary with a friend for fear of pushing them away? Or, maybe you found yourself on the receiving end of unspoken expectations and left guessing what your friend truly needed. Our friendships are some of the only relationships we have by choice – but sometimes that freedom can make us hesitate to trust. We’re subc…

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10 Friendship Hot Takes 37:32

7d ago37:32

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Today I’m going to share my personal hot takes about friendship. If you’ve been listening to Friendship IRL for a while, you’ll recognize some of these ideas, but some thoughts are new, and some I haven’t presented as directly as I do today. I was inspired by Danielle Bayard Jackson’s recent episode on the Friend Forward podcast, “6 Hot Takes on Fe…

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Reconnecting With Old Friends When You’ve Become a Different Version of Yourself with Linda Mueller 59:53

14d ago59:53

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Imagine you’ve made the move you’ve always dreamed of. You live on the other side of the world and experience a new culture. It changes how you see your life – and almost imperceptibly, it changes you, too. When you return home, things are different among your friends. You don’t fit in the way you used to. Today’s guest, Linda Mueller, has lived th…

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Easing Burnout With Social Connections with Lesley Waldron 49:59

21d ago49:59

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed and exhausted by everything you have to do (while still worrying you aren’t doing enough!) then this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about burnout with Lesley Waldron, is a burnout coach who is also a sandwich caregiver (a parent and caregiver to a parent). Much of our conversation tackles this conundrum: frien…

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Spiritual Warfare Part 1 27:23

27d ago27:23

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The devil is real. The battle is real. Our God is real. Our weapons are real and our portion in this is real. THERE’S A CONTENDING BY GOD. THERE’S A CONTENDING BY SATAN. THERE’S A CONTENDING BY US. We’ve been given the authority to contend. We’ve been given the tools to contend. We’ve been guaranteed victory IF we do our part.…

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Who We Are Right Now: The Benefits of Making New Friends and Starting Over with Leannda Shearer 59:02

28d ago59:02

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There’s no better way to test your friendship skills than to move to a new city, and today’s guest, Leannda Shearer, has moved to a new city not once or twice but eight different times! So, at this point, you could say she’s an expert at building a support system. With each new move, she’s learned that it takes not just the right skillset but also …

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How to Not Live Vicariously Anymore with Christine Hetzel 48:53

1M ago48:53

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Sometimes, when our social lives feel lacking, we find ourselves living vicariously through others and wondering: how come they’re all living their lives and I’m not? This is the experience today’s guest, Christine Hetzel, found herself in during a kind of quarter-life crisis. To turn her friendship situation around, she took the initiative and beg…

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Networking Queen Sybil Hale on Building Connections and Running a Successful Sanitizing Business 29:35

1M ago29:35

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Networking Queen Sybil Hale on Building Connections and Running a Successful Sanitizing Business In this episode, I’m joined by Sybil Hale, the founder and owner of Pros Make Ready Sanitizing Services, to discuss her journey as a business owner, her passion for connecting people, and the success of her networking group, Mix & Mingle Business Networ…

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How to Stop Dreading Parties and Take Charge of Your Guest Experience 27:48

1M ago27:48

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If you’re somebody who dreads going to a party, then this episode is for you. Sometimes the couch feels more appealing than going out into the world and socializing, and I get it. Attending a gathering takes energy. Sometimes it feels awkward. But gatherings can also make us feel inspired and supported and invigorated. Today I offer an approach tha…

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Dear Men: Stop Living on Autopilot and Strengthen Your Social Circle with Antonio Neves 56:25

2M ago56:25

56:25

Do you know men who don’t have close friends? It’s a common problem (one that I cover in Episode 31 and Episode 32 of this podcast) with major implications. Poor social and mental health in men is connected with all kinds of other issues ranging from suicide and depression to gun violence. Joining me to talk about this issue is Antonio Neves, a lea…

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An Inside Look at Strategic Communications with Linda Wesley 44:27

2M ago44:27

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An Inside Look at Strategic Communications with Linda Wesley In this episode, I'm joined by Linda Wesley, the owner of Story Path Communications, who discusses her journey into strategic communications and the unique needs of small businesses and nonprofits. She shares insights into her approach to understanding client goals, crafting compelling st…

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Want a Couch Friend? You Need to Be a Couch Friend 42:13

1M ago42:13

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Today I talk about two friendship terms I’ve been hearing more about lately: the “couch friend” and the “errand friend.” Lots of people want these kinds of friendships because they’re supposed to be easy. You do life’s responsibilities together or you do absolutely nothing together – no planning or panic cleaning required. But how do you find these…

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Realizing It’s Just Not the Same Anymore With Sarah Marie Paige 39:31

2M ago39:31

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Have you ever gone back to an old friend, only to realize it’s not the same as it was? This is the experience of today’s guest, Sarah Marie Paige, who in this episode shares about her amazing high school friend group – a group she assumed she’d be able to re-enter without a hitch post law school. Instead, she learned they couldn’t actually pick up …

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Spring Cleaning Friendships Through Life’s Transitions with Emily Rogers 48:56

2M ago48:56

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There are some friendships we just need to let go of. In some instances, this means letting go of an aspect of a friendship. In others, this actually means letting go of an entire friendship. Today’s guest is Emily Rogers, a transition and leadership coach and the host of the Leap to Lead podcast (which I was recently a guest on; link in the show n…

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The Luxury of Exceptional Service: Gunnar Hood's Recipe for Client Satisfaction 44:04

3M ago44:04

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In this episode, I sit down with Gunnar Hood, owner of WSI Summit, where he shares his entrepreneurial journey from a 25-year corporate career in financial services to building a successful digital marketing firm. He candidly discusses the challenges of transitioning to being a business owner, including grappling with imposter syndrome early on. Gu…

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How to Embody Main Character Energy in Friendship 30:00

3M ago30:00

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Have you ever met someone truly magnetic? They walk into the room, and suddenly, the energy shifts. People are drawn to them. Some might argue that this is just the way some people were born. They inherited some gene that the rest of us didn’t. But I believe magnetic individuals are just people who are doing the thing, putting themselves out there …

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Shifting People Pleasing Friendship Patterns with Deb Blum 1:06:12

3M ago1:06:12

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A few years ago, I realized that one of my friendship patterns was actually kind of a problem. I’d show up for my friends as Superwoman, bragging that I could (and would) drop everything and do anything for my friends – even if it meant betraying myself and my own needs. Then, when I really needed help, I’d never ask for it. I think we all have fri…

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Building a Flexible and Connected Business: The Story of Essential Offices 34:34

3M ago34:34

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Building a Flexible and Connected Business: The Story of Essential Offices In this episode, I'm joined by Beth DeGraffenreid, owner of Essential Offices, which offers executive office spaces, virtual office services, and other services for business owners. Beth shares the fascinating story behind starting her company in 1989, initially providing sh…

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Activating our Spiritual Authority 34:55

3M ago34:55

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Spiritual warfare is real. The devil is real. We have authority given to us by Jesus to be able to defeat the attacks of our enemy, the devil, in our life. So the question is, and it’s key, what activates the authority Jesus said He’s given to us? Tune in now to get the keys to activation.By Linda Davis

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Don’t Let Your Brain Run Loose: Creating Solid Friendship Beliefs with Sarah Siegert 1:01:05

3M ago1:01:05

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What are your friendship beliefs? What stories do you tell yourself about your friendships? Today’s episode might be one of the most important I’ve ever recorded because it gets at the heart of so many people’s struggles: core beliefs about friendship. Here, I’m joined by Sarah Siegert, founder of Friendships Abroad. Inspired by her own experience …

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The Case For Making Friends Who Are In Different Life Stages Than You 36:21

3M ago36:21

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I just want to make friends who are in the same stage of life as me. In this business, I hear some of the same phrases over and over, and this is one of them. I love that goal, and it’s a big part of what I talk about on the podcast. But recently, I’ve also noticed a trend in which people are seeking friends who are in DIFFERENT life stages. So tha…

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How Creating a Community is the Ultimate Self-Care with Fresh Starts Registry Co-Founder Jenny Dreizen 1:08:05

4M ago1:08:05

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One thing I always say is creating a community is the ultimate self-care. In today’s episode, we dive deep into this idea with my good friend Jenny Dreizen, who is the co-founder of the Fresh Starts Registry, which I’m a huge supporter of. The Fresh Starts Registry is a registry for all of life’s new beginnings, from divorces to graduations, big mo…

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Flexible Expectations and Modern Friendships with Author Anna Goldfarb 1:03:57

4M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

If you’re having a bad day, try bragging about a friend. Talk about that thing they did and why they’re so great – it will turn your whole day around. Today I’m bragging about my new friend Anna Goldfarb, author of Modern Friendships, which is about the nuances of adult friendships. Anna is a journalist whose reporting has appeared in The New York …

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Don’t Get Replaced 41:15

4M ago41:15

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Don’t Get Replaced. David replaced Saul, Joshua replaced Moses and Esther replaced Vashti. It can happen. We can be replaced in our “such a time as this” moments. How can we be sure we’re in God’s perfect will and someone else doesn’t walk out what God intended for us to walk in?By Linda Davis

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Finding Balance Between Community and Individualism With Donna Fields 58:39

4M ago58:39

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How do we balance community and independence? This question is posed by today’s guest, Donna Fields, who, twenty years ago, moved to Spain, and experienced culture shock, going from the United States – an individualistic society – to one that was collectivist and communal. Donna is an author, professor, teacher, trainer, and host of the podcast Doo…

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Letting Our Historic Friendships Breathe in Their New Forms with Joseph Suttner 50:55

4M ago50:55

50:55

Think about your closest friends. Have you ever felt yourself saying, maybe I just don’t know them anymore? Or, why is it so hard for us to get together? Here’s a question I’m posing for today’s episode: instead of trying to maintain friendships at their “peaks,” what if we allowed these friendships to breathe in their new forms? Today’s guest is J…

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S:13 EP:08 Art Chat: Art Adventures with Elizabeth Whelan and Adriana Eftimie 53:41

4M ago53:41

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Send us a text Join Linda as she discusses Elizabeth's and Adriana's journey filming their TV Show, Art Adventures. Topics include how they researched their topics, some production and editing stories, and how much fun they had making their shows. You can watch Art Adventures on their YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtAdventuresTvShow Su…

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Checking-In: How’s Your Friendship Self Talk? 30:56

4M ago30:56

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I’ve been paying more attention to my self talk lately, particularly my negative self talk. It’s so easy to berate ourselves and give ourselves labels about our interactions. I’m a bad friend. I’m awkward. I’m terrible at small talk. I’m not good at showing up. But what if instead of saying, I’m awkward, we say, that interaction was awkward, and lo…

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Navigating Female Friendships and All Their Complexities with Danielle Bayard Jackson 59:03

5M ago59:03

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Today’s topic is female friendship, and to be honest, I’m a little overwhelmed by the responsibility. I hear your stories about the intensity, cattiness, and drama of female friendships, but to tell you the truth, it’s been a long time since my friendships involved those extreme experiences. Due to my life’s circumstances, I had to approach friends…

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Losing a Best Friend and Navigating Grief with Michelle Cecil 51:20

5M ago51:20

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Today’s episode is all about holding space – and it’s a poignant reminder of the importance of friendship and how it can profoundly affect our lives, even after a friend has passed away. Michelle Cecil is here to vulnerably share her story about her friendship with Erica. Michelle and Erica’s friendship blossomed in their youth and grew stronger as…

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Who Left The Door Open? 39:13

5M ago39:13

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Did I leave the door open that should’ve been closed? Did God leave the door open that I’ve been hesitant to walk through? Did man leave the door open and I shouldn’t go anywhere near it?By Linda Davis

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The Physiological Impacts of Connection (Which is Actually More Important Than Exercise) with Dr. Zarya Rubin 48:44

5M ago48:44

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How much Vitamin J are you getting in your life? In today’s episode, we’re talking with Dr. Zarya Rubin, a Harvard educated functional medicine physician, and one of the questions she often asks patients is about whether they’re experiencing enough joy and connection. Though there’s a societal push for more exercise and more kale, connection is act…

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The Power of Vulnerability in Small Doses: Embracing Small Intimacies 31:32

6M ago31:32

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Sometimes to feel closer to our friends there’s this pressure to share our most vulnerable feelings or unearth some deep, dark secret. But what if I told you there are more ways to feel connected to our friends that are actually simpler, easier, and more common? That in fact, there are DOZENS of ways we’re trying to open up to each other, but becau…

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Carving Out More Time For Connection With Our People with Career Break Coach and Author Katrina McGhee 1:03:53

6M ago1:03:53

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How much time do you spend with the people who matter to you most? This could be your partner, your kids, your family, your friends, your community. The answer will probably vary depending on your season of life. This episode features Katrina McGhee, a career break coach and author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies. Katrina was inspired by her o…

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Crafting Connections in Small Towns and Virtual Worlds with Wesley Stroupe 50:33

6M ago50:33

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In this episode, we cover something I’ve been DYING to talk about: friendship in virtual reality. When you put on the headset and enter the VR world, what’s it like? Today’s guest, Wesley Stroupe, is a Friendship IRL podcast listener who recently moved to a small town. Wesley is a self-described anxious person, but especially after the pandemic, he…

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The Magical Combination of Intention and Small, Simple Actions With Zahara Williams 39:40

6M ago39:40

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Never underestimate the power of the simple things, especially when it comes to friendship. I love that we tackle the big topics on this podcast, but there’s a special place in my heart for episodes like this one. Today’s guest is Dr. Zahara Williams, who is a therapist, speaker and author of the After Betrayal workbook. Here, we talk about an amaz…

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Separating Our Own Friendship Beliefs From Our Children’s With Pam Howard 48:06

6M ago48:06

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Do you want to teach your kids how to make and maintain friendships? I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: modeling is so important, but as today’s guest Pam Howard points out, what’s also crucial is checking in with your own friendship beliefs, particularly any fears or insecurities you have about friendship. That way, you can separate your …

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S:13 EP: 07 Art Chat TV Quick Clip What I Wish I Knew Starting Out 9:56

6M ago9:56

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Send us a text This little clip is something new. Over on the Art Chat TV Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yE0wMMKlpgAOXJdIi2uIA), Linda will be creating Quick Clips. ACTV Quick Clips are quick videos/audio that answer questions, provide quick tips, or provide quick insight/instruction. In this ACTV Quick Clip, Linda shares what she wish…

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Unpacking Learned Loneliness – and How We Can Impact Change 36:32

7M ago36:32

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When the term “learned loneliness” came across my desk, it made my ears perk up. The idea of learned loneliness – that loneliness is now our new normal – resonates with me; I often find myself wanting to see people, but instead, I’m scrolling or turning on the TV. I used to think this was laziness, but now I think I’ve gotten comfortable being unco…

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S:13 EP:06 Art Chat TV: Entering the World of Color 7:08

6M ago7:08

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Send us a text This little clip is something new. Over on the Art Chat TV Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yE0wMMKlpgAOXJdIi2uIA), Linda will be creating Quick Clips. ACTV Quick Clips are quick videos/audio that answer questions, provide quick tips, or provide quick insight/instruction. This ACTV Quick Clip is about entering the world of…

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S:13 EP: 05 Art Chat TV: Creating Successful Compositions 5:41

6M ago5:41

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Send us a text This little clip is something new. Over on the Art Chat TV Channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yE0wMMKlpgAOXJdIi2uIA), Linda will be creating Quick Clips. ACTV Quick Clips are quick videos/audio that answer questions, provide quick tips, or provide quick insight/instruction. This ACTV Quick Clip is on creating successful inst…

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How To Support Your Friends Through All of Life’s Fresh Starts with Olivia Howell 1:08:57

7M ago1:08:57

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Have you ever felt like a bad friend for not showing up for someone you care about? Or maybe you’re frustrated that you’re ALWAYS showing up for everyone but feel like nobody reciprocates; or, MAYBE you’re somebody who struggles to let people support you. If any of this resonates, this episode is for you. Today’s guest is Olivia Howell, co-founder …

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Destined for Freedom 45:36

7M ago45:36

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Our destiny is freedom. We are destined to be free. Our foundational destiny is to be free. We are Called to Freedom total freedom. Total freedom equips us for every other destiny birthed out of our foundational destiny of freedom. Galatians 5:13 tells us “For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for …

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S:13 EP:04 Art Chat TV: Great Foundations lead to Exceptional Paintings Guest Robyn Asquini 44:43

6M ago44:43

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Send us a text Linda chats with Robyn Asquini about creating strong foundations that lead to astounding paintings that grab a viewer from across the room. Robyn discusses the importance of value studies, removing color to achieve that strong design. We also discuss Robyn's artwork and what motivates her. Support the show Buy Linda a coffee here: ht…

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Breaking the Cycle: Rewriting and Modeling the New Rules of Friendship For the Next Generation With Annmarie Beatty 1:06:31

7M ago1:06:31

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Many adults today say they weren’t taught to make and maintain friendships. I’m often asked how we might break this cycle and model something different for the next generation. What I keep coming back to is that we all need to start making small changes. What if we said hi to people walking by? What if we stayed off our phones while on the train or…

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Navigating Friendships When You Decide to Drink Less with Hitha Palepu 43:33

7M ago43:33

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From happy hours to bottomless mimosa brunches, many friendships are held together by activities that involve alcohol. Consequently, these friendships are often affected when one party stops drinking. I personally have experienced some big friend group culture shifts when it comes to alcohol. In the beginning, alcohol was the norm, but it’s not any…

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How Jenna Myhre Deyle Moved Across the Country to Live Closer to Friends 43:04

8M ago43:04

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How close do you live to your friends? Next door? Down the street? Or do many of your friends live on the other side of the country? Today’s guest, Jenna Myhre Deyle, actually made a cross-country trip in order to be closer to friends. Before the move, she’d been married, was climbing the corporate ladder, but after her divorce, she couldn’t shake …

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S:13 EP:03 Art Chat TV: Transformative Power of Embracing Change 56:40

7M ago56:40

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Send us a text Linda interviews Lynn Goldstein (LynnGoldstein.com) about her journey from representational art to abstraction and the power of embracing change during that transition. Support the show Buy Linda a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LindaRFisler Visit our Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8yE0wMMKlpgAOXJdIi2…

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Stop the Spin 40:59

8M ago40:59

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How we think shapes our lives and impacts absolutely everything around us! Our thoughts matter. We have to stop the spin out. Tune in for keys and scriptures to help you take your thoughts prisoner instead of them taking you prisoner.By Linda Davis

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