We’re putting the finishing touches on the last two episodes of our Caregiving series, and we want to make sure we’re telling those stories exactly the way they deserve to be told. So while we’re making our final edits, we wanted to share with you a special caregiving story from our sister podcast, Constant Wonder.
Just because you start in one place doesn’t mean you’re stuck there forever! Kristy Ford shares the power of hope and the promise that the Lord ALWAYS remembers and rewards those who are faithful!
In order to be a light and make a difference in the world, we need to be different from the world. Being “peculiar” is a very good thing! If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
In this episode we'll talk about the Book of James. James was an apostle of Jesus Christ, but after the Savior’s mortal ministry had concluded. Christian scholars also believe that he was the half-brother of Jesus, being one of the mortal children of Joseph and Mary. James provides many bits of sound counsel we can use to improve our mental and emotional health. Throughout his writings, he focuses much on the value of showing our faith through our works. We’ll talk about these principles and how they apply to mental health, including how to correct thoughts, take action, and be patient as we wait for change.
Today we're studying 1 Peter 1:3 in just one minute! Grab your scriptures and let's dive into them together!
Fines and fees have become the default way we punish people in America; deterrence is the ultimate goal, but do fines actually deter bad behavior? Often the consequences of fines and fees are not felt equally, because what’s expensive to you might be pocket change to me. Still, the overdue book or speeding ticket costs the same for both of us. In this podcast episode, we interview a library advocate and former library director who successfully eliminated fines at his library. We also share the story of a man who struggled with traffic fines which led to 15 years of license suspensions. A former judge and advocate for reforming fines and fees shares how her organization is aiming to reduce the negative consequences of monetary penalties. And a behavioral economist who conducted one of the most famous experiments on fines discusses the many ways financial penalties can backfire, if we’re not careful.
Gratitude is not just something that we do from time to time. Developing a consistent attitude of gratitude can actually help us transform into someone entirely new. Author @Kevin Clayson teaches us how to make gratitude a fundamental piece of everything we are and how, in turn, it will become a powerful tool against the powers of the adversary.
With Jen's faith in Christ, her life was changed from being a homeless meth addict to helping others. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive content that may be triggering or offensive to some audiences. Parental discretion is advised.
Listen to Big Picture to get the quick context for this week’s reading, 1 and 2 Peter!
Our guest today is a long-time friend and collaborator, and an incredibly unique voice in the Latter-day Saint tradition: Thomas McConkie. Thomas is an author, developmental researcher and meditation teacher who has been practicing under masters in the traditions of Sufism, Buddhism and Christian contemplation, among others for over 25 years. Thomas is the founder of Lower Lights School of Wisdom, and is is currently researching and writing on transformative spiritual practice at Harvard Divinity School.