Best bellmorgan Podcasts (2024)

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For appearance’s sake: highly exalted at what price 20:14

1+ y ago20:14

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After thinking long and hard, it seemed to me that as a society, we may be part of the problem. It would appear that the value of physical appearance has been exalted to the extent that it seems to rank higher than the content of one’s character. Are we so shallow as to subscribe to the school of what you see is what you get? When there is so much …

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Forgiveness – messy and raw 18:12

1+ y ago18:12

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We have already determined that it is hard to forgive from the heart, but today we unpack: First, forgiving yourself for indiscretions done unwittingly and the forgiveness required when you have done something knowingly with, sometimes, reckless abandon. Secondly and oddly, we sometimes are so mad at God, we find ourselves at odds with Him and stra…

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10 Misconceptions about forgiveness 17:08

1+ y ago17:08

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In the context of being a Christian, I share lessons learnt about the nuances of forgiveness and specifically the misconceptions that bedevil the process of forgiveness and could hinder it taking place altogether. Perhaps, in some small way, it can be of use to you.By bellmorgan

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All hail the king 22:18

1+ y ago22:18

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As you are well aware, King Charles III was officially and regally crowned king in all his glory and power this past Saturday. In the light of all things balance, I will tread a fine line between the loyal royalists on the one hand versus the detractors and anti-monarchists on the other to give you my middling take on this. Who cares and why you ma…

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In the light or in the dark? 16:59

1+ y ago16:59

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Yes, we can regulate behaviour for a while on the outside, but what about the heart of man – what goes on inside his mind and soul. Powerful deterrents help society to function effectively I agree, but what does one do with the proclivity to sin – the innate desire to find refuge in the dark instead of the light? All of us have tendencies that are …

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Spiritual war – light or darkness 19:47

1+ y ago19:47

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There are times when you need to make a choice and stick to it – no grabbing elements in equal proportions. No, it is a black-or-white choice; it is one or the other, not a little of both. It is not cutting back a little here or doing more there. It is not tweaking a mind-set, rather it is a wholesale rejection of an idea, ideology, or whatever you…

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Disguised as an angel 27:18

1+ y ago27:18

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Have you ever had the misfortune of running into someone who was not at all what they seemed to be at first? Initially, they came across as virtuous but it soon dawned on you that the individual displayed serpentine traits, often while others were unable to see through the façade. What does one do if such a situation arises? What has it to do with …

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On track for redemption 27:24

1+ y ago27:24

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Crossroads, forks in the road, stop signs, glaring lights; whatever it may be, it sure has a way of telling us to alter our course. Something that seemed so simple has been thrown off-centre and one finds oneself still trying to pick up the pieces. In just such a way, calamity knocked on Chloe’s door one day... And she needs a miracle, redemption a…

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Deceived and paying the price 29:01

1+ y ago29:01

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In her effort to gain instant gratification, Maxine ended up paying a hefty price for it and we benefit from her pain by paying attention to her story. It mirrors the story of someone else, which was graphically depicted in only three chapters of the Bible, yet her story has reverberated through the ages and affected each of our lives, whether we l…

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Amore’s Judas kiss 29:59

1+ y ago29:59

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Everyone gets betrayed sometimes. Often by someone you trust or who is close to you for some reason or other. It was the same for Amore! Jesus, too could relate to humans on this score - betrayed with a kiss. Listen to how their stories intersect and let me know your thoughts.By bellmorgan

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Spectacular fall from grace 21:27

1+ y ago21:27

21:27

The questions dominating headlines soon became how she had been able to operate behind that facade so convincingly at such a high level for so long. Her true character now well and truly exposed, painted a vastly different picture and what soon became glaringly obvious was that she had spectacularly fallen from grace. Her star had truly fizzled.…

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Truth to power: keeping cool in the heat 25:30

1+ y ago25:30

25:30

Are you are facing a firestorm of a crisis - how will you handle it? In a calm, surrendered and truthful way or are you going to take the lash-out route or will you simply walk away? Are you going to stick to your guns, compromise or do nothing?By bellmorgan

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Plotting your downfall 26:36

1+ y ago26:36

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When it comes to things of the heart and mind, where boundaries, limits and balance are by nature not easily discernible, a minefield in this area is to be expected. Sometimes, people step into your space, be it in your private or professional life because of jealousy and a feeling of displacement.By bellmorgan

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Standing strong amid toxic opposition 27:52

1+ y ago27:52

27:52

Do such people exist? Hard for me to fathom, but I have realised that many people have a nemesis with some of the characteristics I have just described. Someone who is out to undermine, belittle and seemingly make one look bad in front of others and often, for reasons unbeknownst to the person in the firing line.…

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A balancing act in a confusing world 20:34

1+ y ago20:34

20:34

I allowed people who had no idea of my heart and motives to give me their unsolicited opinions about my character without having proper discernment; then take it to heart as truth and, thereafter, proceed to beat myself up. I allowed people to coerce me into doing things that were on their agenda and clearly were not right for me.…

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Hormones and health anxieties: a toxic mix 20:38

1+ y ago20:38

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Women report losing their confidence and not being able to trust themselves or their memories. Once rock-solid women start to doubt themselves in minor day-to-day activities and then anxieties about their jobs reach stratospheric proportions. Is it in any way a surprise that women are experiencing anxiety about their health? It shouldn’t be.…

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No-stress tresses to match beautiful dresses 22:12

1+ y ago22:12

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Having covered that, I want to tell you about an aha moment involving a cosmetologist that changed the trajectory of my own journey with my head of hair. But first, I must confess that taming my hair has been a lifelong struggle. I may have very fine hair but apparently according to the hairdressers who have helped over the years; I have a lot of i…

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Happy feet, happily ever after! 22:00

1+ y ago22:00

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Well, that is the scene I would like to set in your mind when you think about having healthy feet able to carry out all that life demands from it. I hope it elicits a smile as you think what it takes for your feet to do the heavy lifting required to keep you mobile every day. Are your feet happy?By bellmorgan

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Fabulous style in our 40s 15:28

2y ago15:28

15:28

Giorgio Armani famously said, “Elegance is not being noticed; it’s about being remembered.” Such is the dramatic impact art, fashion and dressing can have on an individual. Indelible impressions imprinted on the mind - not to be forgotten. Definitely, a powerful sway of the senses and mind.By bellmorgan

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Challenging your comfort zone in 2023 20:02

2y ago20:02

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Time is, after all, as a friend reflected, our currency when we get to this age. It is so precious and we are acutely aware that some moments will never come to pass again. But what are your limits … what are mine? What would we need to do in order achieve a once-in-a lifetime-type dream, tick off an item on a bucket list or the like? Whatever it i…

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Let it go! 25:01

2y ago25:01

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Let go of what you may ask? Well, there are certain things that are no longer beneficial to our bodies, minds and souls as we age. Number one on the list: consumption of too much alcohol.By bellmorgan

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Hips, knees, joints and muscles don’t lie 14:29

2y ago14:29

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In line with the World Cup, one of its most famous ambassadors is Shakira, who once famously sang that “Hips don’t lie”. Perhaps that was once the case, but in your 40s you may find that all of a sudden the hips are not lying in a whole new way. Now the hips are joined by the knees, muscles and joints and more besides, all being brutally honest and…

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Heading to the toes – loving the 40-something body you are in 18:03

2y ago18:03

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For those in their 40s who have no clue and for those yet to hit 40, I utterly hope that this podcast will be a catalyst for discovery and curiosity that will propel a quest for knowledge and, after all of that, help to prepare women for this precious stage in their lives. I trust that it will enable them to make great decisions that can save heart…

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“Heading” into your 40s – hormones and ageing 15:54

2y ago15:54

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Let’s proceed to chat about what the effects of hormonal fluctuations leading up to the menopause and ageing are on the skin and the as it turns out, the head, as this is as far as I am going to get today. There is too much to cover and we will need another episode or two before we conclude at the soles of the feet.…

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Skin and the perimenopausal body you are living in 13:44

2y ago13:44

13:44

We literally scratch the surface of the effects of hormones and ageing on the skin and the perimenopausal body you are in. For better or worse, we all have a relationship with our skin and bodies and, by midlife, we are forced to re-evaluate it big time.By bellmorgan

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Banishing the blues with Freddie 16:21

2y ago16:21

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So many things get us under during the perimenopause. We feel the blues and stuck in a rut. Sometimes, you just need a boost. Then along came the inspiration, a real blast from the past in the guise of Freddie Mercury. Listen to hear how it all fits together.By bellmorgan

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Eyes in your 40s, the blurry windows to the soul 13:07

2y ago13:07

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The bottom line is that our eyes are changing as our bodies age. But what is more awesome to consider is the wonder of having intricately created eyes that truly are the windows to our souls. They help us to connect to others, are such a crucial part of our daily living and invaluable for navigating around this world. Like our fingerprints, our eye…

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The pain of brain fog 13:48

2y ago13:48

13:48

Friends experiencing this have found ways to adapt and laugh about it. To me, it has never been a laughing matter. My Dad’s battles always a stark reminder of a disease that slowly robs you of your mind and faculties.By bellmorgan

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Midlife tennis match alert: Maestro, Matador and menace 10:52

2y ago10:52

10:52

Here is the point I am trying to make about midlife struggles, ageing et al. Whether you tackle the dark days with the elegant game of a Federer or the dogged, rugged game of a Nadal, it is important to stay in the game, rally from setback and return an unreadable serve or forehand for a winner when disappointments strike.…

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Floored by fluctuating hormones 14:19

2y ago14:19

14:19

It is why I also feel compelled to share this with other women. It is why I want to tell my story so that perhaps another woman struggling out there will hear it and have an inkling of what is going on and get the necessary help.By bellmorgan

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Shedding light, adding sparkle and celebrating life with fairy lights 8:40

2y ago8:40

8:40

Now that I have set the backdrop, I would like to tell you what inspired me to host this podcast. And like the city I live in, the answer is multifaceted. I have battled to maintain the balance in various spheres of my life and the search for how to achieve this has been decades long. But just as I seemed to have gained confidence and some real tra…

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Sparkles and fairy lights

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For appearance’s sake: highly exalted at what price 20:14

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Forgiveness – messy and raw 18:12

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10 Misconceptions about forgiveness 17:08

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All hail the king 22:18

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In the light or in the dark? 16:59

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Spiritual war – light or darkness 19:47

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Disguised as an angel 27:18

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On track for redemption 27:24

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Deceived and paying the price 29:01

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Amore’s Judas kiss 29:59

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Spectacular fall from grace 21:27

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Truth to power: keeping cool in the heat 25:30

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Plotting your downfall 26:36

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Standing strong amid toxic opposition 27:52

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A balancing act in a confusing world 20:34

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Hormones and health anxieties: a toxic mix 20:38

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No-stress tresses to match beautiful dresses 22:12

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Happy feet, happily ever after! 22:00

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Fabulous style in our 40s 15:28

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Challenging your comfort zone in 2023 20:02

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Let it go! 25:01

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Hips, knees, joints and muscles don’t lie 14:29

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Heading to the toes – loving the 40-something body you are in 18:03

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“Heading” into your 40s – hormones and ageing 15:54

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Skin and the perimenopausal body you are living in 13:44

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Banishing the blues with Freddie 16:21

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Eyes in your 40s, the blurry windows to the soul 13:07

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The pain of brain fog 13:48

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Midlife tennis match alert: Maestro, Matador and menace 10:52

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Floored by fluctuating hormones 14:19

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Shedding light, adding sparkle and celebrating life with fairy lights 8:40

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