# breathe (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier

Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover breathe.

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## [BOO533 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Listening to the Inner Voice](https://marciahyatt.com/boo533-encore/)

_2026-08-18 · Best of Ourselves_

Some lessons I need to learn over and over again. One persistent struggle is learning to listen to my intuition. Most of the time the consequences of ignoring are small, sometimes they are not. Resources Old Patterns Identifying the Inner Critic The post BOO533 – Encore – Listening to the Inner Voice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO532 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Loosening the Should Knot](https://marciahyatt.com/boo532-encore-loosening-the-should-knot/)

_2026-08-11 · Best of Ourselves_

Subscribe: RSS Ever had a day where everything goes sideways at once? Mine included dog poo, burr-covered terriers, a broken garage door, and a nurse cheering for Tom’s phlegm. This episode explores what happens when we let go of how life “should” be and meet what’s real—with humor, honesty, and a bit of Anne Lamott–style grace. Photo: engin akyurt Resources Living in Uncertainty The Should Shower…

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## [BOO531 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Acceptance As A Step Towards Change](https://marciahyatt.com/boo531-encore-acceptance-as-a-step-towards-change/)

_2026-07-28 · Best of Ourselves_

This is what is here now. An emotion, an irritating person or a disturbing situation. Learning to accept what is present and respond from a deeper place leads to a powerful shift. Resources Acceptance Podcast Learning to Accept What Is Podcast Tuning In V Changing the Channel Podcast The post BOO531 – Encore – Acceptance As A Step Towards Change appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO530 &#8211; When Words Are Not Enough](https://marciahyatt.com/boo530-when-words-are-not-enough/)

_2026-07-21 · Best of Ourselves_

When words fail us, what remains? Marcia shares a deeply personal reflection on caregiving, uncertainty, and the moments when experience reaches beyond language. Inspired by John O’Donohue’s blessing Beannacht , this episode offers quiet companionship for anyone navigating life’s darker waters. Resources Beannacht from To Bless the Space Between Us Living in Uncertainty The post BOO530 – When…

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## [BOO529 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Breathe](https://marciahyatt.com/boo529-encore-breathe/)

_2026-07-14 · Best of Ourselves_

Learning how to get grounded helps us access more of our intelligence; we are not our brightest selves when we are reactive. Resources An Interview with Wendy Palmer Mindtraps Podcast The post BOO529 – Encore – Breathe appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO528 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Finding More Kindness](https://marciahyatt.com/boo528-encore-finding-more-kindness/)

_2026-07-08 · Best of Ourselves_

After thinking about Mary Jo Leddy’s talk “Surprised by Goodness”, I wondered how much kindness I do overlook each day? Where can I extend a bit more kindness? Resources Self Kindness – Neff Self-Kindness – Germer Random Acts of Kindness Cultivating Appreciation The post BOO528 – Encore – Finding More Kindness appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO527 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Comparison](https://marciahyatt.com/boo527-encore-comparison/)

_2026-06-30 · Best of Ourselves_

It’s a subtle form of the inner critic, so subtle, you might miss it. Comparison to others does not support you become your own, unique best self. Being inspired is great, thinking you don’t measure up, not so much. Resources Disengaging the Inner Critic Identifying the Inner Critic The post BOO527 – Encore – Comparison appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO524 &#8211; A Time to Break the Silence](https://marciahyatt.com/boo524-a-time-to-break-the-silence/)

_2026-06-10 · Best of Ourselves_

Silence can be a gift. The pause helps us step back from reactivity, gain perspective, and listen for something deeper than our internal chatter. But not all silence serves us. Sometimes silence protects comfort, allows harmful systems to continue unchecked, or keeps us from living our values fully. Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1967 speech A Time to Break Silence , this episode explores…

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## [BOO523 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Cultivating Appreciation](https://marciahyatt.com/boo523-encore-cultivating-appreciation/)

_2026-05-26 · Best of Ourselves_

Living from an appreciative stance can increase your life expectancy, resilience and creativity. And it is hard to do. This episode makes a case for increasing appreciation in our days and shares a few tips. Resources: Dr Rick Hanson on hardwiring our brain for happiness Brother David Steindl-Rast TED talk The post BOO523 – Encore – Cultivating Appreciation appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO522 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Finding Community](https://marciahyatt.com/boo522-encore-finding-community/)

_2026-05-19 · Best of Ourselves_

We are stronger when we work together. Reflections on finding community all around me. Resources Habits of the Heart by Parker Palmer Full Parker Palmer Interview Trusting the Heart: Essential Connectedness The post BOO522 – Encore – Finding Community appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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_2026-05-19 · **Sponsored**_

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## [BOO521 &#8211; Beyond Judging and Fixing Ourselves](https://marciahyatt.com/boo521-beyond-judging-and-fixing-ourselves/)

_2026-05-12 · Best of Ourselves_

Catching herself in a cycle of avoidance and self-judgment, Marcia explores the familiar urge to fix what feels off—and why that approach often backfires. Through a moment of honest reflection, she uncovers what was really underneath and discovers a quieter, more powerful starting point: acceptance. Not as a strategy, but as a doorway to real change. Resources Grounded Presence Living in…

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## [BOO520 &#8211; The Bright Spots We Almost Miss](https://marciahyatt.com/boo520-the-bright-spots-we-almost-miss/)

_2026-05-05 · Best of Ourselves_

A simple, unexpected note interrupts a cycle of stress and worry, reminding us how easily we overlook everyday acts of kindness. This reflection explores how small, ordinary moments of care—across differences and in our own communities—quietly sustain us, if we remember to notice them. Resources Kindness Changes Everything The post BOO520 – The Bright Spots We Almost Miss appeared first on Marcia…

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## [BOO519 &#8211; Who Am I Now?](https://marciahyatt.com/boo519-who-am-i-now/)

_2026-04-28 · Best of Ourselves_

When life changes and familiar roles fall away, it’s easy to feel unmoored. This reflection explores the quiet invitation in those moments—to pause, listen, and remember we are more than the roles we’ve played. Resources Connected or Separate? – The Wave Story When I shared this radio show with my writing group, my friend Holly \[…\] The post BOO519 – Who Am I Now? appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO518 &#8211; Encore- Ladders out of Mindtraps](https://marciahyatt.com/boo518-encore-ladders-out-of-mindtraps/)

_2026-04-21 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we explore how to get out of the forth mindtrap – control Resources \[…\] The post BOO518 – Encore- Ladders out of Mindtraps…

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## [BOO517 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Mindtrap of Ego](https://marciahyatt.com/boo517-encore-mindtrap-of-ego/)

_2026-04-14 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we explore how to get out of the forth mindtrap – control Resources \[…\] The post BOO517 – Encore – Mindtrap of Ego appeared…

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## [BOO516 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Trapped by Control](https://marciahyatt.com/boo516-encore-trapped-by-control/)

_2026-04-07 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we explore how to get out of the forth mindtrap – control Resources \[…\] The post BOO516 – Encore – Trapped by Control…

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## [BOO515 &#8211; Encore &#8211; The Mindtrap of Agreement](https://marciahyatt.com/boo515-encore-the-mindtrap-of-agreement/)

_2026-03-31 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we explore how to get out of the third mindtrap – agreements Resources \[…\] The post BOO515 – Encore – The Mindtrap of…

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## [BOO514 &#8211; Encore &#8211; The Mindtrap of Rightness](https://marciahyatt.com/boo514-encore-the-mindtrap-of-rightness/)

_2026-03-24 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we explore how to get out of the second mindtrap – rightness. The post BOO514 – Encore – The Mindtrap of Rightness appeared…

[Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/bestofourselves/BOO180_-_Rightness.mp3)

## [BOO513 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Getting Out of the Mindtrap of Simple Stories](https://marciahyatt.com/boo513-encore-getting-out-of-the-mindtrap-of-simple-stories/)

_2026-03-17 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we explore how to get out of the first mindtrap – creating simple \[…\] The post BOO513 – Encore – Getting Out of the Mindtrap…

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## [Let Go of the Nut](https://jennifersnowdon.substack.com/p/let-go-of-the-nut)

_2026-03-16 · Jennifer Snowdon · Breathing Room_

On Polyvagal Theory and the Trap We Built for Ourselves

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_2026-03-16 · **Sponsored**_

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## [Unfreezing The Breath](https://jennifersnowdon.substack.com/p/unfreezing-the-breath)

_2026-03-15 · Jennifer Snowdon · Breathing Room_

When a breathing practice just feels stuck

## [BOO512- Encore &#8211; Getting Stuck in Mindtraps](https://marciahyatt.com/boo512-encore-getting-stuck-in-mindtraps/)

_2026-03-10 · Best of Ourselves_

Our hard wiring response to change is exactly the wrong thing we need to thrive in turbulence, uncertainty and complexity. In Jennifer Garvey Berger’s practical new book, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, she boils down the problem and ways to free ourselves. In this podcast, we cover the overview of the book released in 2019. Resources Unlocking \[…\] The post BOO512- Encore – Getting Stuck in…

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## [BOO510 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Healing the Heart of Democracy &#8211; Habit 4](https://marciahyatt.com/boo510-encore-healing-the-heart-of-democracy-habit-4/)

_2026-02-24 · Best of Ourselves_

In Parker Palmer’s book, Healing the Heart of Democracy, he talks about 5 habits of the heart we need for a robust democracy. Habit 4 is A sense of personal voice and agency. “Insight and energy give rise to new life as we speak out and act out our own version of truth, while checking and correcting \[…\] The post BOO510 – Encore – Healing the Heart of Democracy – Habit 4 appeared first on Marcia…

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## [BOO509 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Healing the Heart of Democracy &#8211; Habit 3](https://marciahyatt.com/boo509-encore-healing-the-heart-habit-3/)

_2026-02-17 · Best of Ourselves_

Parker Palmer believes that if taken together, the 5 habits are critical to sustaining a democracy. The habits are described as deeply ingrained ways of seeing, being and responding to life that involve our minds, emotions, our self-images, our concepts of meaning and purpose in life. This podcast explores Habit 3: An ability to hold tension in \[…\] The post BOO509 – Encore – Healing the Heart of…

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## [BOO508- Encore &#8211; Healing the Heart -Habit 2 &#8211; Conversation with Parker J Palmer](https://marciahyatt.com/boo508-encore-healing-the-heart-habit-2-conversation-with-parker-j-palmer/)

_2026-02-10 · Best of Ourselves_

This podcast explores Habit 2 in the Parker Palmer’s 5 Habits of the Heart; habits that are critical for a vibrant democracy. This habit is entitled: An Appreciation of the Value of Otherness. Resources: Healing the Heart of Democracy by Parker J Palmer — link to the book, discussion guide and resources. Full interview with Parker Palmer in \[…\] The post BOO508- Encore – Healing the Heart -Habit 2…

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## [Episode 4C. Interview with Said Dawlabani](https://negotiatingreality.substack.com/p/episode-4c-interview-with-said-dawlabani)

_2026-02-06 · Eric Hekler · Negotiating Reality_

From Promethean Fire to Gaian Wisdom: Rethinking Cultural Evolution

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## [BOO507- Encore &#8211; Healing the Heart of Democracy &#8211; Habit 1](https://marciahyatt.com/boo507-encore-healing-the-heart-of-democracy-habit-1/)

_2026-02-03 · Best of Ourselves_

In Parker Palmer’s book, Healing the Heart of Democracy, he cites 5 habits of the heart that will help us move beyond fear. Using excerpts from a 2013 interview, we examine the first habit — we are all connected. Resources: Parker’s full description of Habit One An Hour Interview with Parker Palmer For More Best \[…\] The post BOO507- Encore – Healing the Heart of Democracy – Habit 1 appeared first…

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## [BOO506 &#8211; When Trying Still Matters](https://marciahyatt.com/boo506-when-trying-still-matters/)

_2026-01-27 · Best of Ourselves_

In this episode, I reflect on a familiar story about an elephant held in place not by a rope, but by a belief that trying no longer matters. Living in northern Minnesota, and hearing directly from friends and family witnessing events in the Twin Cities, I explore how that same limiting story shows up in \[…\] The post BOO506 – When Trying Still Matters appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO505 &#8211; An Unexpected Lesson at the Cell Phone Store](https://marciahyatt.com/boo505-an-unexpected-lesson-at-the-cell-phone-store/)

_2026-01-22 · Best of Ourselves_

A casual question during a cell phone upgrade sparked an unexpected political exchange—and a deeper inquiry into how we meet one another across difference. This episode reflects on presence, sacred engagement, and Martin Luther King Jr.’s reminder that love and power must work together if we’re to create justice and avoid becoming what we oppose. \[…\] The post BOO505 – An Unexpected Lesson at the…

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## [Episode 3b. Connected to Place with Matt Biggar](https://negotiatingreality.substack.com/p/connected-to-place-with-matt-biggar)

_2026-01-16 · Eric Hekler · Negotiating Reality_

The invitation is simple: Connect to place. The honest acknowledgement: The current systems make this hard; The hopeful truth: Transformation is possible, and happening, and you can be part of it.

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_2026-01-16 · **Sponsored**_

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## [BOO504 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Noticing Awe-full Moments](https://marciahyatt.com/boo504-encore-noticing-awe-full-moments/)

_2026-01-13 · Best of Ourselves_

Thanks to Kathy Magnuson for sharing her Awe Journal practice and it’s impact on her life. Resources Finding Awe Awe: The new Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life The post BOO504 – Encore – Noticing Awe-full Moments appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO503 &#8211; What a Holiday Scare Taught Me About Presence](https://marciahyatt.com/boo503-what-a-holiday-scare-taught-me-about-presence/)

_2026-01-06 · Best of Ourselves_

A Thanksgiving moment went wrong—a small dog, a sudden crisis, and my brain completely freezing. What followed wasn’t competence or quick thinking, but a powerful lesson in how stress disconnects us from our bodies. In this episode, I reflect on what that scare revealed about presence, uncertainty, and the quiet wisdom our bodies carry—especially during \[…\] The post BOO503 – What a Holiday Scare…

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## [BOO502- Encore &#8211; Change One Step At A Time](https://marciahyatt.com/boo502-encore-change-one-step-at-a-time/)

_2025-12-31 · Best of Ourselves_

When we contemplate significant changes in our lives, our flight, fight, or freeze response may kick in. We tend to prioritize safety, and our autonomic nervous system can pose a significant barrier to transformation. Learning to move forward without waging an internal war is crucial. Resources Acceptance as a Step Towards Growth Curiosity as a \[…\] The post BOO502- Encore – Change One Step At A…

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## [BOO501 &#8211; Choosing Love in a World Built on Dominance](https://marciahyatt.com/boo501-choosing-love-in-a-world-built-on-dominance/)

_2025-12-23 · Best of Ourselves_

What if strength isn’t something we build for ourselves alone? Inspired by the Grand Portage Band’s response to the closure of our local Coast Guard station, this reflection explores how Indigenous wisdom challenges our dominant story of competition, scarcity, and separateness—and invites us into a different way of living, grounded in connection, love, and shared \[…\] The post BOO501 – Choosing…

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## [12-17-25 Do your kids remember last Christmas?](https://keepcalmmotheronpodcast.com/12-17-25-do-your-kids-remember-last-christmas)

_2025-12-17 · Keep Calm Mother On! with Christy Thomas_

Self-Care: slowly make yourself a cup of afternoon tea or hot chocolate. Don't multitask this moment. Family Fun: play a game that's been gathering dust. Fuzzies is the game of choice here because it's very very quiet jenga. Reach out via Instagram https://www.instagram.com/everyday\_christy

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## [BOO500- Encore &#8211; Holiday Stress Resilience](https://marciahyatt.com/boo500-encore-holiday-stress-resilience/)

_2025-12-16 · Best of Ourselves_

Many of us experience stress during the holidays. In this special episode we explore what helps us be resilient when stress shows up. Resources: University of Minnesota Center for Spirituality and Healing on Stress Busy without Stress Podcast Work Your Mindfulness Podcast Accepting What Shows Up Podcast The post BOO500- Encore – Holiday Stress Resilience appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [12/10/2025 I'm back! Let's Do Life Together.](https://keepcalmmotheronpodcast.com/im-back-lets-do-life-together)

_2025-12-10 · Keep Calm Mother On! with Christy Thomas_

Self-care: text a friend Family fun: drive around and look at holiday lights

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## [BOO499 &#8211; The Trouble of Being Human](https://marciahyatt.com/boo499-the-trouble-of-being-human/)

_2025-12-10 · Best of Ourselves_

Being human isn’t tidy. In this episode, I share two moments—one small, one life-shaking—that pulled me right into the rawness of shame, fear, and uncertainty. What I’m learning is this: the struggle isn’t a failure. It’s the place where honesty and grace can actually reach us. Resources Living in Uncertainty The post BOO499 – The Trouble of Being Human appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO498 &#8211; The Frown](https://marciahyatt.com/boo498-the-frown/)

_2025-12-02 · Best of Ourselves_

A frown, a misunderstanding, and a lesson I’m still practicing: most of the time, it’s not about us. Here’s what that moment taught me about assumptions, boundaries, and staying true to ourselves. Resources Don’t Take It Personally The post BOO498 – The Frown appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [Episode 4B. Interview with John Kesler](https://negotiatingreality.substack.com/p/episode-4b-interview-with-john-kesler)

_2025-11-25 · Eric Hekler · Negotiating Reality_

Practices in Walking in Sacred Beauty

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## [BOO497 &#8211; Loosening the Should Knots](https://marciahyatt.com/boo497-loosening-the-should-knots/)

_2025-11-25 · Best of Ourselves_

Ever had a day where everything goes sideways at once? Mine included dog poo, burr-covered terriers, a broken garage door, and a nurse cheering for Tom’s phlegm. This episode explores what happens when we let go of how life “should” be and meet what’s real—with humor, honesty, and a bit of Anne Lamott–style grace. Photo: \[…\] The post BOO497 – Loosening the Should Knots appeared first on Marcia…

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## [BOO496 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Gratitude is a Choice](https://marciahyatt.com/boo496-encore-gratitude-is-a-choice/)

_2025-11-18 · Best of Ourselves_

Gratitude is a choice despite what is happening around us. It is correlated with resilience, happiness and health. Gratitude is always an option. Resources More about the Haudenosaunee Research on Gratitude The post BOO496 – Encore – Gratitude is a Choice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO495 &#8211; The Medicine of Gentleness](https://marciahyatt.com/boo495-the-medicine-of-gentleness/)

_2025-11-11 · Best of Ourselves_

Burnout doesn’t always show up as exhaustion—it can appear as impatience, numbness, or a heart that quietly tightens to get through the day. In this episode, Marcia Hyatt reflects on recognizing her own signs of burnout while navigating her husband’s medical care and life’s constant demands. Through the image “It’s hard to hold hands with a \[…\] The post BOO495 – The Medicine of Gentleness appeared…

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## [BOO495 &#8211; Encore &#8211; Awareness Changes Your Life](https://marciahyatt.com/boo495-encore-awareness-changes-your-life/)

_2025-10-28 · Best of Ourselves_

Building our capacity to observe ourselves, builds our capacity to grow and change. It can be uncomfortable to wake up to our the ways we limit ourselves. And if you do, the quality of your life changes. Resources Freeing Ourselves From Our Stories Podcast Tuning In Vs Changing the Channel Podcast Anthony DeMello The post BOO495 – Encore – Awareness Changes Your Life appeared first on Marcia Hyatt…

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## [Episode 159: Progress is Incremental. But Do Your Students Know?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everything-efl/episodes/Episode-159-Progress-is-Incremental--But-Do-Your-Students-Know-e38v5u5)

_2025-10-27 · Erin O'Byrne · EVERYTHING EFL_

Ever had a student say, “I’m not progressing” or “I feel stuck” ? It’s disheartening for and for you too. But often, it isn’t true. In this episode, we’ll explore why learners feel this way, how to help them see the progress they’re actually making, and practical classroom strategies to boost their confidence and motivation. Because sometimes, progress is happening right under their noses — they…

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## [The Four Elements Epistemic Model (prototype)](https://negotiatingreality.substack.com/p/the-four-elements-epistemic-model)

_2025-10-22 · Eric Hekler · Negotiating Reality_

A framework meant to help people understand one another from across different cultures and ways of knowing

## [From Wilber’s Quadrants to the Four Elements Epistemic Framework](https://negotiatingreality.substack.com/p/from-wilbers-quadrants-to-the-four)

_2025-10-22 · Eric Hekler · Negotiating Reality_

This is a sister piece to the Four Elements Epistemic Framework, particularly meant for those who are familiar with Ken Wilber’s Four Quadrants or who are curious of the prior work that inspired the model (see below from Finding Radical Wholeness).

## [BOO494 &#8211; How Much To Share?](https://marciahyatt.com/boo494-how-much-to-share/)

_2025-10-21 · Best of Ourselves_

How much do we share — and with whom? In this week’s Best of Ourselves episode, I explore the fine line between privacy and authenticity… and what it means to let a little more light in through the cracks in our lives. Resources Help, Please: Lessons From An IKEA Box The Should Shower The post BOO494 – How Much To Share? appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [BOO493 &#8211; Bad Luck &#8211; Maybe Not](https://marciahyatt.com/boo493-bad-luck-maybe-not/)

_2025-10-14 · Best of Ourselves_

Life doesn’t come in neat categories of good or bad. In this reflection, I explore how staying open to the mystery can transform how we meet whatever arrives. Resources Living in Uncertainty The post BOO493 – Bad Luck – Maybe Not appeared first on Marcia Hyatt .

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## [Episode 158: Do Better, Online Resources!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everything-efl/episodes/Episode-158-Do-Better--Online-Resources-e38v5hm)

_2025-10-13 · Erin O'Byrne · EVERYTHING EFL_

This week I talk about a bugbear of mine: crap online resources that bear no resemblance to real-world language. Once I get that out of my system, I talk about how we teachers can do better. And it takes the same amount of time it takes to scroll through the Internet and search for ready-made supplementary tasks and lessons. Join my Breathe Easy, Teacher Newsletter community for teacher love and…

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