Best Soul Care Companion Podcasts (2024)

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Home as Antidote to the Stress and Speed of Modern Life - Valerie Andrews - C0621 15:10

2h ago15:10

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Valerie Andrews is a writer, editor, and seminar leader specializing in Jungian psychology and the inner life of home. She’s a graduate of the Guild for Spiritual Guidance and the editor of the digital magazine Reinventing Home: Culture, Creativity, Character. She’s also a contributor to many journals and magazines and was the host of the PBS docum…

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The Practice of Christian Meditation 9:08

2d ago9:08

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Today’s encore podcast episode emphasizes the important benefits of Christian meditation. Meditation is simply focusing the mind on a particular thing. Christian meditation is focusing the whole self - our body, soul, mind and spirit - on God and God's word. God invites us to be still and know him. Stillness fosters a greater awareness of God‘s pre…

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#036 Practical Discipleship 52:33

7d ago52:33

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Send us a text Pastor Eric Cepin sits down for an insightful conversation with his mother, Patti Cepin, exploring a wide range of topics. Together, they delve into the nuances of discipleship, reflecting on the lessons from Potter's Wheel 1 and their impact on spiritual growth. They also discuss the journey of understanding oneself, touching on how…

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Connecting With the Gifts of Your Soul - Michael Meade - C0448

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Michael Meade is a renowned storyteller, author, scholar of mythology, and student of ritual in traditional cultures. He has scoured the world to bring to us meaningful folk tales that tap into ancestral sources of wisdom, and acts as a guide to connect them to the stories we are living today. Meade is the founder of Mosaic Multicultural Foundation…

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Waiting on God - A Psalms Meditation 11:48

10d ago11:48

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Today’s encore meditation focuses on a medley of Psalms expressing a longing for more of God. As you join us in this practice of Christian meditation, know you’re being drawn by Divine Love. So we come as a response to this Divine invitation. How do we begin? Simple with sincerity of desire. God always gives us His undivided attention. In this spac…

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Generative Writing for Self-Discovery and Healing - Meredith Heller - C0617 13:29

14d ago13:29

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Meredith Heller is a poet, singer-songwriter, avid nature lover, and educator with degrees in writing and education. She leads writing workshops online and in person. She also teaches in schools, juvenile detention centers, women’s prisons, and wellness retreats. She is the author of Write a Poem, Save Your Life: A Guide for Teens, Teachers, and Wr…

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Psalm 139 - Known By God 10:34

17d ago10:34

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On today’s encore podcast, host Cindy Helton leads us through a meditation on Psalm 139. If you’re feeling a little unsettled, anxious or just need a few minutes of quiet, this is a place where your soul can breathe. As you meditate upon this timeless Psalm, pay attention to the pronouns 'I', 'Me', and 'My.' Embrace how your Heavenly Father sees, k…

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Guiltless Self-love & Self-care #141 2:29

21d ago2:29

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Welcome to Empowered Podcast with Francine Pierson, a podcast encouraging and empowering you with hope and unwavering dedication to living emotionally healthy and spiritually strong. Do you ever feel guilty about taking time for yourself? Let's talk. Join us.

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Making Sustainable Changes in Self-Care - Michelle Segar, PhD - C0616 12:19

22d ago12:19

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Michelle Segar, PhD, is an award-winning researcher at the University of Michigan and a health coach. For nearly three decades she has pioneered methods to create sustainable, healthy behavior changes that boost patient health, employee well-being, and gym-membership retention. She advises global organizations on these issues and delivers keynotes …

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#035 Eric on the Hot Seat 1:06:00

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Send us a text On the Journey Companions Ministry Podcast, Pastor Eric Cepin engages in a thoughtful conversation with his mother, Patti Cepin, as they explore The Hot Seal Model. Together, they unpack the intricacies of this concept, sharing personal insights and reflections. Their discussion not only sheds light on the model itself but also highl…

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#034 Emotional Circle (Part 4) Consequences 55:50

29d ago55:50

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Send us a text In this episode of the JCM podcast, Pastor Eric sits down once again with his mother, Patti Cepin, as they explore the emotional circle. Together, they unpack the impact our emotions have on us. The conversation dives into how understanding our feelings guides our thoughts, shapes our beliefs, and ultimately reveals what we deeply lo…

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Healing a Fractured Society - Diana McLain Smith, Ph.D. - C0619 13:48

28d ago13:48

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Diana McLain Smith, PhD has worked with families, organizations, communities, and in some of America’s most iconic businesses and entrepreneurial nonprofits. She has developed an approach that converts debilitating intergroup conflict into constructive outcomes. This work is known as Leading through Relationships (LTR™). She’s a former partner at t…

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A Time to Be Born - Summer Soul Care Series Finale 11:19

1M ago11:19

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In today's Summer Soul Care Series Finale, you are invited to enter into this time of meditation with the imagination and mindset of a beloved child of God. God created you for a unique purpose. Your birth was a celebration! Embrace the loving words of God speaking over you, reminding you of your unique worth and value in this world, and reminding …

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Getting Off the Merry-Go-Round of Lack of Loving in Relationship - Guy Finley - C0447

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Guy Finley, founder and Director of the Life of Learning Foundation, is the author of more than 45 books and audio programs on self-realization. He also hosts online courses through Life of Learning’s Wisdom School. He is the author of many books including The Secret of Letting Go (Llewellyn Publications 2008), The Secret of Your Immortal Self: Key…

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A Time to Let Go - Summer Soul Care Series 8:41

1M ago8:41

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Today’s meditation gives space to consider some areas and things that might need to be released in this season. Like nature, there are various seasons in our lives - natural seasons of the calendar, spiritual seasons, age related seasons, and seasons of growing, change, and letting go. "For everything there is a season. A time to let go." Ecclesias…

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#033 Emotional Circle (Part 3) Touching The Emotions You Don't Want To Touch 58:14

1M ago58:14

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Send us a text In this engaging episode of the JCM podcast, Eric Cepin and his mother, Patti Cepin, continue their insightful conversation about the emotional circle. Together, they explore a real-life event, discussing how emotions are formed and accessed. They delve into the ways past experiences shape us and influence how we respond to the world…

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A Time to Embrace - Summer Soul Care Series 8:51

2M ago8:51

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This meditation invites you to pay attention to what brings you delight. What would you like to hold on to and embrace in this season? "God has made everything beautiful for its own time." Ecclesiastes 3:5,11 This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it! Psalm 118:24 The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy…

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Effective Communiction for More Loving Relationships - Jonathan Robinson - C0443

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Jonathan Robinson is a psychotherapist, workshop leader, and keynote speaker. His work has been translated into 47 languages. He has made numerous appearances on the Oprah show, CNN, and many other national TV shows and speaks regularly to Fortune 500 companies. He has spent more than forty years studying the most practical and powerful methods for…

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Making Friends With Chronic Pain - Sarah Anne Shockley - C0444

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Sarah Anne Shockley is an award-winning filmmaker and a Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner. She has studied with shamans from various cultures around the world and has lived with the debilitating Thoracic Outlet Syndrome for more than 10 years. She has been a columnist for Pain News Network and is a regular contributor to The Mighty, a 1.5 mi…

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#032 Emotional Circle (Part 2) The Source of Emotions 1:03:42

2M ago1:03:42

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Send us a text In this episode of the JCM podcast, Pastor Eric sits down with his mother, Patti Cepin, to continue their conversation about the Emotional Circle. Together, they explore the deeper roots of our emotions, guiding listeners to link feelings with events in their lives. They also touch on the longings, goals, and desires that shape our e…

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A Time to Feel - Summer Soul Care Series 10:27

2M ago10:27

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Today’s soul care meditation focuses on Emotional Awareness. Often we don’t give ourselves permission to feel deeply or take the time to be curious about our feelings. This meditation will help give you space and permission to become more aware of your feelings in the loving Presence of God. Resources: The Feelings Wheel / The Emotions Wheel The Da…

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Freedom From Annoyances #140 1:45

2M ago1:45

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Welcome to Empowered Podcast with Francine Pierson, a podcast encouraging and empowering you with hope and unwavering dedication to living emotionally healthy and spiritually strong. Freedom from annoyances is a powerful experience. Join us. It

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Ingesting Light As A Nutrient - Jacob Liberman, O.D., Ph.D. - C0432

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Jacob Israel Liberman is a pioneer in the fields of light, vision, and consciousness. He has developed numerous light and vision therapy instruments, including the first FDA-cleared medical device to significantly improve visual performance. He earned a doctorate in the field of optometry and a Ph.D. in Vision Science. He is the Past President of t…

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#031 Emotional Circle Introduction 38:56

2M ago38:56

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Send us a text Emotional Circle is a conceptual framework that outlines the process of understanding and addressing deep emotional needs. It emphasizes the importance of identifying and acknowledging core longings, such as love, significance, and security, which are often buried beneath surface-level emotions. The Emotional Circle encourages indivi…

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A Time to Plant - Summer Soul Care Series 8:27

2M ago8:27

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Today's meditation focuses on Ecclesiastes 3:2 - "A time to plant and a time to harvest." Practicing stillness and meditation helps us consider the soil of our hearts. What are you planting in the garden of your soul? The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by…

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#030 The Volitional Circle: Wrap up and Review 59:22

2M ago59:22

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Send us a text In this episode of the JCM podcast, Patti Cepin reviews the Volitional Circle and prepares us for the upcoming discussion on the Emotional Circle. She explains that, even at the deepest parts of our lives, we always have a choice, often without even realizing it. Support the show SUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1. CASH APP 2. J…

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Expanding Our Ability to be Clairvoyant - Ellen Tadd - C0429

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Ellen Tadd is an internationally known clairvoyant counselor and educator who has been teaching for more than forty years. She is widely respected for the integrity of her work, the accuracy of her perceptions and guidance, and the clarity and usefulness of her teaching. Her work has been supported by the Edgar Cayce Foundation, the Marion Institut…

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A Time to Be Present - Summer Soul Care Series 9:47

2M ago9:47

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This meditation focuses being present with yourself and with God through the awareness of your breath. One of the easiest and most natural ways to be present in the current moment is to pay attention to your breathing. Scripture Reference: God, the LORD, created the heavens and stretched them out. He created the earth and everything in it. He gives…

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Restoring the Well-Being of Mother Earth - Cynthia Jurs - C0615 19:59

2M ago19:59

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Cynthia Jurs is a Dharmacharya in the Order of Interbeing of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. In 2018, she was made an Honorary Lama in recognition of her dedication in the practice of Earth Treasure Vases and her commitment in relationship with elders, activists, and diverse communities to ceremonially bury the clay vases all around the planet in servi…

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#029 The Volitional Circle (Part 5) Why Did I Do That? 1:04:19

2M ago1:04:19

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Send us a text In this episode of the JCM podcast, Pastor Eric continues his conversation with his mother, diving deeper into the Volitional Circle. They explore the themes of goals, desires, and functional depression. They shed light on how we often overlook the fact that we have a choice and discuss the challenge of accepting and taking responsib…

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A Time to Be Free - Summer Soul Care Series 10:39

2M ago10:39

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This week’s Summer Soul Care Meditation focuses on living freely and lightly in the Company of Jesus. Scripture Reference: John 8:36 NLT, Matthew 11:28-30 MSG The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L. Helton, Certified Spiritual Director. Podcast production and music by SoundGood Media.…

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Using Our Voices in Song for Freedom’s Sake - Benjamin Mertz - C0614 10:38

3M ago10:38

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Benjamin Mertz is a bi-racial man who is the Director of Diversity & Inclusion for the Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute (BECI). He serves on the board of directors of the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity and is the founder and director of the Joyful Noise! Gospel Singers. He’s a composer, performer, and song leader who specializes in th…

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#028 The Volitional Circle - (Part 4) - Volitional Maturity 1:06:17

3M ago1:06:17

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Send us a text In this episode of the Journey Companions Ministries podcast, Patti Cepin continues her insightful discussion on the Volitional Circle, diving into what volitional maturity truly looks like. She explores the profound insights our choices reveal about our inner selves and emphasizes the stark reality that, without Jesus, we are fundam…

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A Time to Pause - Summer Soul Care Series 9:37

3M ago9:37

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This week’s Summer Soul Care Meditation focuses on taking a Selah moment, a holy pause. A holy pause is soul medicine, keeping us from rushing from one thing to the next. Life is made up of Selah moments to be enjoyed. The practice of pausing and noticing helps center and awaken us to the beauty of God’s glory and mystery all around us. "But in the…

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Tinsel’s Musical Masterpiece: The Great Elf Music Festival Adventure 28:48

3M ago28:48

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Message Father Christmas What happens when the North Pole faces its biggest challenge yet? Discover the heartwarming tale of Tinsel, the spirited chief elf, whose meticulous planning brings the annual Elf Music Festival to life, only to face a severe snowstorm that threatens everything. Join us as Father Christmas narrates this enchanting story, wh…

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Friendship-An Island of Safety - Mark Nepo - C0612 15:36

3M ago15:36

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Mark Nepo is a poet, philosopher, and a most eloquent spiritual teacher. In 2015, he was given a Life-Achievement Award by AgeNation and in 2016 was named by Watkins: Mind Body Spirit as one of the Most Spiritually Influential Living People. He was part of Oprah Winfrey’s The Life You Want Tour in 2014 and has appeared several times with Oprah on h…

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#027 The Volitional Circle (Part 3) - Presenting Problems & Events 1:05:03

3M ago1:05:03

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Send us a text This podcast delves into conscious and unconscious aspects of Christian growth, challenges with communication and memory, analyzing events and presenting problems, exploring deeper emotions beneath behaviors, confronting past trauma and denial, significance of hospitality and moral obedience, reflections on suffering and faith, and c…

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Soaring #139 1:49

3M ago1:49

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Welcome to Empowered Podcast with Francine Pierson, a podcast encouraging and empowering you with hope and unwavering dedication to living emotionally healthy and spiritually strong. Set your mind on an upward trajectory and soar with possibility and joy. Join us.

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A Time For Everything - Summer Soul Care Series 10:21

3M ago10:21

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Today’s episode focuses on Ecclesiastes 3:1-13. As you listen to this meditation, pay attention to the season of life you are currently in, and notice if you are being invited into a new season. “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Ecc. 3:1 The Daily Still meditations are written and hosted by Cindy L…

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Parky's Reindeer Rescue: The Heroic Reindeer Rescue 19:12

3M ago19:12

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Message Father Christmas Ever wondered what it takes to lead a daring rescue mission in the icy wilderness of the North Pole? Strap in as we recount the exhilarating adventure of Parky, the fearless elf who discovers a group of reindeer teetering on the edge of a dangerous ridge. With a snowstorm looming, Parky gathers her talented team of elves—Ti…

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Applying Buddhist Wisdom in Everyday Life - Peter Coyote - C0613 12:03

3M ago12:03

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Peter Coyote is a master of many crafts, including being an award-winning actor, improv teacher, author, director, screenwriter, and narrator who has worked with some of the world's most distinguished filmmakers, including Ken Burns. He's won several Emmys for his narration and was ordained as a Zen priest in 2011. In 2015, he received transmission…

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#026 The Volitional Circle - (Part 2) - Understanding our Choices 50:10

3M ago50:10

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Send us a text SUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1. CASH APP 2. Justgive The podcast discusses the Volitional Circle, emotional awareness, intentional living, and the connection between feelings and decisions. They explore how childhood experiences shape adult behaviors, the influence of parental choices, and the importance of addressing underl…

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5th Anniversary Episode 8:35

3M ago8:35

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Today we celebrate our 5th Anniversary of the Daily Still Podcast. Thanks to all our Daily Still listeners from around the world! Five years ago, we began this podcast with the question - “What will practicing stillness do for you?” In this episode, host and Spiritual Director, Cindy Helton, shares the many benefits of practicing stillness. We invi…

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Maharg's Grand Adventure: The Great North Pole Walkathon 21:51

3M ago21:51

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Message Father Christmas Can a simple walkathon transform a community? Discover the heartwarming story of Maharg, a retired master planner from the North Pole, who finds renewed purpose by organizing a grand walkathon for the elves. You'll follow Maharg and his dynamic partner Lottie as they plot scenic routes, implement safety measures, and rally …

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Retaining Courage in the Face of Frightening Challenges - Rick Hanson, Ph.D. - C0496

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Rick Hanson, Ph.D. is a psychologist with a deep interest in neuroscience and mindfulness. He is a senior fellow of the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California Berkeley and creator of the year-long course The Foundations of Well-Being. He is the author of many books including: Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happin…

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#025 The Volitional Circle - (Part 1) - The Reality of Choice 52:01

3M ago52:01

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Send us a text SUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1. CASH APP 2. Justgive In this episode of the JCM podcast, Eric and his mother dive into the Volitional Circle and the profound reality of choice. They explore the need for training ourselves to be acutely aware of our feelings and the choices we make. It's about understanding the intricate conn…

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Masha's Merry Mission: The Great North Pole Rehearsal 26:12

3M ago26:12

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Message Father Christmas What if the key to a perfect Christmas Eve lies in the meticulous preparations of a team of elves and their fearless leader, Masha? Join us as we unveil the magic behind the annual delivery simulation at the North Pole, led by the master of logistics herself. Step into Masha's bustling workshop filled with maps, charts, and…

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Human With A Steady Mind #138 1:49

3M ago1:49

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Welcome to Empowered Podcast with Francine Pierson, a podcast encouraging and empowering you with hope and unwavering dedication to living emotionally healthy and spiritually strong. We all have emotions and the grace to be steady in our thinking. Join us.

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Choiceful Attention In a Digital World - Claudia L'Amoreaux - C0439

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Claudia L’Amoreaux works at the intersection of new technologies in education. She helps parents and young people nurture the skills needed to make wider, needed to make wise choices about technology that will lead to greater well-being and she’s the founder of Mindful Digital Life. You may subscribe to her blogs on her website. Tags: Claudia L’Amo…

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#024 The Rational Circle - (The End) - Belief and Self-Protection 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

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Send us a text Eric and Patti conclude their discussion on the rational circle. They explore how our beliefs shape strategies that shield us from discomfort. Support the show SUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1. CASH APP 2. Justgive welcome to journey companions ministries Developing communities of grace that care for the souls of others. Journ…

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