The Problem With Perfect

What Women Need to Know About Christian Manhood

What does it really mean to be a man of faith in today’s world—and why should women care? In this powerful and timely episode, we sit down with Fred Parry, Christian author, to explore how a man’s journey toward spiritual growth, emotional maturity, and servant leadership impacts the women around him more than we often realize.If you’ve ever prayed for your husband to lead with love, hoped your son would grow into a man of character, or wondered how we can encourage healthier masculinity—this episode is for you.It’s not just a conversation about men—it’s a conversation for anyone who wants stronger families, deeper faith, and real connection. Grab your favorite man and give it a listen.Special Guest: Fred Parry Fred J. Parry is a former magazine publisher, radio talk show host, and television commentator. After struggling to find a meaningful relationship with Christ, Fred devoted himself to helping men understand how the Word of God can transform their lives and empower them to develop more meaningful and fulfilling relationships with God, their families, and other men. He is the author of seven Christian devotionals and Bible studies. Fred is also the founder of the CoMo Christian Men's Conference and lives in Columbia, Mo. He is and his late wife, Melody, has two sons, Max and Nick.Fred's newest book, WorkManShip: Living, Loving and Leading As A Christian Man, is a provocative exploration of manhood that challenges contemporary norms and transcends the boundaries of political correctness. To purchase it, use the following link:https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=ObvXyshwFh1LUlbQIorZRcwCVCiNMU5fjF9HbTM4HI1

Feel It, Then Free It: A 90-Second Path to Peace

Is it really possible to reset your emotions in just 90 seconds? In a world overflowing with stress, tragedy, and everyday annoyances, finding peace can feel impossible. But what if happiness was just a minute and a half away?In this episode, we explore the powerful “90-Second Rule” from happiness researcher Mo Gawdat — a rule born out of unimaginable personal loss, yet designed to help us all move from rumination to resilience.Join us as we reflect on their own struggles with letting go, discuss practical questions to break free from emotional spirals, and share why building new habits of happiness is a choice worth making. You’ll come away encouraged, equipped, and maybe even ready to start over — in this minute, this hour, or this very day.Show Notes:To learn more about Researcher Mo Gawdat's research, check out this article:https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/05/happiness-researcher-shares-his-90-second-rule-to-live-a-better-more-fulfilled-life.html

Beyond The Mat: The Surprising Ethics of Yoga (And Why They Matter To You)

We often think about a yoga practice as being about physical movement. Many of us know about child’s pose, downward facing dog, and tadasana. However, it may surprise you to know that the basis for all yoga practices is found in the elements of Yamas and Niyamas.The elements of Yamas and Niyamas teach a practical, step-by-step methodology that brings understanding to our life experiences, while at the same time pointing the way to the next experience. They are like a detailed map, telling you where you are and how to look for the next landmark. They facilitate taking ownership of your life and directing it towards the fulfillment that you seek.The five Yamas guidelines, or jewels, are about restraint. We are encouraged to practice non-violence, truthfulness, nonstealing, nonexcess, and nonresponsiveness.These 5 Niyamas, or observances,  encourage purity, contentment, self- discipline, self-study, and surrender. These yoga guidelines do not limit us from living life, but rather they begin to open life up to us more and more fully, and they flow easily into one another in ways that are practical and easy to grasp. Join us for this episode, no yoga mat required.Show Notes:The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice by Deborah AdeleBrene Brown on empathy versus sympathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZBTYViDPlQ

How To Be Free From The Burden Of Your SHtuff: The Swedish Art of Death Cleaning

Have you ever looked around your house, or in your closet, and wondered where did all that shtuff come from? Most of us have acquired a lot of shtuff over our lifetime, some are precious keepsakes, but the majority of our worldly possessions are just things.Have you ever wondered what would happen to all that shtuff if your children, relatives, or friends were responsible for disposing it? Research tells us our kids don’t want our shtuff, and the burden of disposing someone’s worldly possessions is a practical, psychological, and emotional journey not for the faint of heart.Please join us as we discuss the book, The Swedish Art of Death Cleaning, and how to spare our loved ones of that burden.

Have You Done Your Fur-Ever Family Planning?

What would we do without our four-legged family members? They bring us companionship, comfort, and laughter. They keep us healthy by inviting us to walk with them, and they gladly accompany us everywhere we go. Quite simply, they are man’s (and woman’s) best friend. Something you may or may not have thought about is what would happen to your pet if something happened to you? Often, the death of a pet owner leaves many unanswered questions. Are there family members willing to adopt the pet? Is the animal up-to-date on its vaccinations? Which veterinary clinic has the pet’s medical records? Food allergies? House-trained? Good with children?For many, our pets are treasured family members and a best friend we didn’t know we needed.Show Notes:Interview with Dru Dunham, Foothills Veterinary Medicine, Lakewood, COAmerican Kennel Club: www.akc.org: Do Dogs Grieve the Loss of Their Human Owners?