Christians are such hypocrites! But, are they the only ones? Let's be honest. Does ANYONE actually live up to everything they claim to believe and hold true? Sometimes hypocrisy is intentional. I am willing to bet that what is labelled hypocrisy is actually more often just our inability to live up to our own standards. But rather than going on and on, let's just get into the conversation. Join us in this episode as we explore the topic of hypocrisy.
One of the things "they" don't want you to talk about is...SIN. If we acknowledge that sin is a thing, then there is a responsibility to respond to it. Our current society would rather plunge straight forward without the weight of silly things like a conscience to hold us back from doing whatever we want. But...how's it working? Ignoring the human condition and the propensities that cause us to screw up is not helping. There are deep-seeded compulsions in the human soul that need to be acknow...
We all have an ego. Can’t get around it. Our ego is that perception of ourselves that we hold and throughout life attempt to prop up with any kind of success we rack up. Then comes an all out assault on our ego at midlife. Is it God…is it the devil…is it just the natural order of things? I’m not sure, but it is becoming more clear to me that dealing with our ego is one of the main struggles of the midlife part of our journey. Listen in on this episode as my friend, Dr. Chris Conrad, shares hi...
Lots of bad things can happen when we are in the fog. Maybe that’s why the fog that often accompanies midlife is so disconcerting. In the fog we become disoriented, we lose our way and we can often feel like a collision with…who knows what, is inevitable. In this conversation with Brian Lubinski, we discuss ways to navigate through the fog and how to find flourishing on the other side of midlife.
Genesis 3 and The Fall of Mankind As I listened back to this episode, I couldn’t help but to hear Billy Joel faintly screaming, “We didn’t start the fire. It was always burnin’ since the world’s been turnin’. We didn’t start the fire. No we didn’t light it but we’ve tried to fight it.” So where did all this drama start? Is the world getting “worse and worse”, or has a certain craziness been baked into all of history? Whether you agree with the Bible or not, it seems to give us some pretty pr...
Randy knows leadership. He’s been teaching and training leadership for years and now runs his own leadership development organization called Lead Every Day. But Randy has learned over the years that even if you “win” in every other area of life, if you lose at home…you still lose. In this episode we talk about navigating the challenges a marriage faces through the midlife years. Links: Randy’s new book: https://Winningbeginsathome.com Randy’s Leadership Development company:...
Our world is such a politically charged landscape. If we are not careful, we may be sucked into fighting a worldly battle with worldly techniques. But as people of the Kingdom of God, we are called to live in this world, but not be OF it. How do we navigate these challenging times as members FIRST of God’s Kingdom, but also salt and light in our little corner of the world? Links: Click the following link to pre-order Miranda’s new book: Faithful Politics: Ten Approaches to Christian Citizens...
Success is a funny thing. We can chase it for all we’re worth until we get it and then all of a sudden…it just doesn’t taste as sweet as we dreamed it would. Maybe midlife is a perfect time to make the adjustments from a pursuit of worldly success to a pursuit of significance. Maybe this adjustment of the soul can lead us into a strategy for a second half that will get us the “win” our soul truly desires. You can find Joe on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/joe.horness
This Episode is not part of the Half Time Podcast, but rather a podcast by Rob Byrd, in which I have been invited to be a religion/faith contributor. In this episode, we take a look at Genesis 1 and discuss the beginning. How can we make sense of our purpose if we don't know where we came from? Go to TabooTalkBack.com to find more of Rob's projects.
This Episode is not part of the Half Time Podcast, but rather a podcast by Rob Byrd, in which I have been invited to be a religion or faith contributor. In this episode, we discuss the decline of religious involvement in America and its affects on society and culture. Go to TabooTalkBack.com to find more of Rob's projects.
When midlife comes knocking, we’re often afraid to open the door. So, we ignore the gentle knock which often, over time, becomes an urgent pounding. When we finally realize this unwanted visitor isn’t going to leave, many people feel too ashamed or overwhelmed to do anything about it. Over time it all evolves into a big crisis. In this episode, I talk with Rich Watson – a professional counselor who has walked with hundreds of people though some of the pitfalls of midlife. We talk about what e...
Life has not been easy for Troy – nor any of us. But rather than running further away, Troy found strength in the faith of his youth, developing a deeper understanding of how to live into his gifts and calling through using his musical talent and passion. Along the way he uncovered wisdom he now shares with the rest of his world. Troy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/troy.stansberry Troys website: https://sandromedamusicservices.com/ Lake Arvesta: https://www.lakearvestafarms.com/
Finances are a huge concern at any age. What are the unique financial challenges people face at midlife? What plans should we be making and what issues we should be considering in this stage of life? What is your philosophy of money and how will that affect the way you spend, save and prepare financially? In this episode, financial planner Paul Damon shares his own story and how a complete change of perspective on finances at midlife have shaped his life and practice. Links: You can le...
At 50 yrs old, I distinctly remember feeling overweight, achy, out of shape and lethargic, thinking, “Well, I’m getting old…this is just how it is.” So, was this a formidable truth or just a lie that kept me in a state of physical bondage and decline? It is in midlife that most people first come face to face with their own mortality. The physical body that has served us as a powerful asset for so many years suddenly begins to feel more like a liability. It is no longer as resilient, dependabl...
Who’s there for us our entire lives? Who provides for and protects us from the time we can first remember? Who are the people we look to for strength, wisdom, direction…and HELP? For most of us that’s an easy answer: Our parents! Well, what happens when our go-to people suddenly (or gradually) need us to go to them? It’s hard to watch our parents aging before our eyes. Part of our own coming to terms with mortality is watching our parents decline in health and/or mental process. Maybe you are...
Dan was at the top of his game – literally the top of the ladder of success in his field when the deep and haunting questions of midlife hit him out of nowhere, causing him to go into a season of disorientation and disillusionment. As a leadership and life coach, Dan has now worked through his own midlife questions as well as partnering with many others to navigate this confusing and bumpy stretch of life. In this episode he shares some of his discoveries and the principles he uses to help ot...
It is such a struggle to maintain mental and spiritual fortitude when your strength is almost spent. It’s also terrifying and frustrating when we lose control over our physical wellbeing. In this episode I talk with Mike Dubbink about dealing with a debilitating physical challenge in his prime, keeping hope alive when prayers aren’t working and ultimately seeing God do what only He can. Mike on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikedubbinkrealtor In Jesus Name (Youtube): https:...
In this episode I pick up the conversation left off with Robin in episode 3. We discuss the power of being real and asking for help, overcoming cynicism and resentment and dealing with all kinds of other joy killers. We also explore ways to cultivate joy in the midst of the mess that midlife can often bring. Don't forget to join us on Facebook for the rest of the conversation. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1368241107209196 Links: Website: https://www.joytotheworldcoaching.com/ Me...
You ever heard of a Joy Coach? Neither had I. Robin was determined to find joy in some of the messiest times of life and now she helps others to do the same. In this episode we talk about trauma, painful trials and the process of working through midlife to find life-giving joy. Links: Website: https://www.joytotheworldcoaching.com/ Messy Joy book: https://www.amazon.com/Messy-Joy-Begin-Before-Difficulties/dp/1959099035 Robin’s TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RL5ztEuFU_...
Sometimes we look at all we have invested our life to build and wonder if maybe it doesn’t need to be rebuilt. Midlife is a season of reassessment, change and transition. Sometimes we tear stuff down and sometimes life tears it down for us. In this episode, Charlie and I discuss his new book, [re]build and what it takes get beyond fear and resistance to rebuild the important parts of our lives in the middle years. [re]build book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/46rZrmu Charlie on...