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Overcome The Overwhelm and Calm Your Inner Critic
Friends, how often do you feel like youāre juggling the impossible? Trying to balance the demands of work, family, and the pressures you put on yourself? It can feel overwhelming, right? But what if I told you thereās a way to find harmonyānot just balance, but real, meaningful harmonyāso you can lead a life that works and feels right for you?
Today, Iām sitting down with someone who knows this journey all too well: Arlene Cohen Miller. Arlene is the CEO of Jewel Consultancy and a Work-Life Balance & Harmony Coach with a powerful mission. With a background as a highly regarded attorney, an internationally certified coach, and even a certified meditation facilitator, Arlene brings a unique blend of experience and insight to help womenāand really, anyoneālead with compassion, self-confidence, and clarity.
In this conversation, Arlene and I dive deep into what it takes to overcome the overwhelm, quiet that inner critic, and shift our mindset with practices like gratitude and self-compassion. Sheās got practical strategies for setting priorities, celebrating your small wins, and even finding healing in something as simple as connecting with nature.
So, if youāve ever felt like the weight of the world is on your shoulders or struggled to give yourself grace when you stumble, this episode is for you. Tune in, and letās explore how we can each take one step closer to a life filled with balance, growth, and fulfillment.
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with Arlene Cohen Miller online by checking out the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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Bridging Divides Through The Universal Language of Music
Today, weāre diving into a topic that resonates deeply with our missionāusing the universal language of music to bridge divides and foster understanding. Joining me is the incredible Jason Caplan, a pioneer in this space and someone whose work truly inspires. Jason is the Founder and President of The Bridge Institute, where heās championing a groundbreaking approach to communication through the Universal Language Room. Since 2004, Jason has devoted his life to creating and teaching improvisational music as a tool for transcending barriers and fostering dialogue across cultures, religions, and perspectives.
Through the Bridge Institute, Jasonās concepts are being taught worldwide, from Uganda and Indonesia to Israel and Rajasthan. His work doesnāt stop thereāJason also leads Naqshonās Leap, a multi-faith music group based in Memphis, Tennessee. Their music speaks to unity and shared humanity, as heard in their powerful single, Unity/One God, One Human Family, which even features jazz legend David Liebman.
On top of all this, Jason serves on the board of advisors at the ProHuman Foundation, an organization Iām proud to be connected with. Together, theyāre exploring ways to integrate music into education and social initiatives, promoting empathy, understanding, and community building.
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with Jason Caplan by checking out the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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What Unites Us Is Found Outside The Frame
Today, Iām joined by another remarkable guest and fellow member of the ProHuman Foundation board of advisors, filmmaker and journalist Rob Feld. Rob is a storyteller with an incredible ability to tackle some of todayās most divisive topics with insight, empathy, andābelieve it or notāhumor. His latest documentary, *Jesters & Fools*, is a must-watch. It brings together comedians like Colin Quinn, Mo Amer, Jim Norton, and others while interweaving the social science of Duke professor Chris Bail to reveal an uplifting truth: America isnāt as polarized as the media might have you believe. You can find it at jestersandfools.com, and I promise, itās worth your time. Ā
Robās career spans an impressive range. From directing short films that have premiered at Tribeca and TIFF Kids to writing for outlets like *DGA Quarterly* and *American Cinematographer*, and even teaching screenwriting and directing at NYUāheās done it all. Beyond the screen and the page, Rob serves on the Board of Advisors for the ProHuman Foundation, an organization committed to promoting our shared humanity amidst divisive narratives. Ā
In this conversation, weāre diving deep into polarization, how comedians can help bridge societal divides, and why emotional intelligence and critical thinking are more important than ever. Rob and I explore the impact of social mediaās distorted realities and the urgent need for real-life connections and conversations. Ā
If youāre ready for another thought-provoking discussion that blends humor, wisdom, and a vision for a better tomorrow, stick around. This is yet another great DTH conversation you wonāt want to miss!"
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with Rob Feld by checking out the full show notes at www.DerateTheHate.com
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels ā Americaās largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org
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The Importance of Intrapersonal Empowerment in Bettering Civil Discourse
Today, Iām excited to introduce Erec Smith, another fellow member of the board of advisors at the ProHuman Foundation and a powerful voice for true empowerment and personal accountability, especially in todayās social climate. Erec is a research fellow at the Cato Institute and a former Associate Professor of Rhetoric at York College of Pennsylvania. His work explores how rhetoric influences our perspectives on anti-racism, activism, and the foundations of a free, pluralistic, and civil society.
But Erecās reach goes beyond the classroom. Heās a co-founder of Free Black Thought, a nonprofit thatās challenging the status quo by celebrating viewpoint diversity within Black communities. Through their Journal of Free Black Thought, they share everything from poetry to scholarly workābringing out the voices of artists, writers, academics, and public intellectuals often overlooked by mainstream media.
In todayās conversation, Erec and I dig into some critical ideas about personal empowerment and the dangers of a victim narrative. One of Erecās key messages is the importance of choosing to be a āvictorā in our own lives, rather than seeing ourselves as victims. Heās observed that the victim narrative, while powerful, often breeds resentment rather than resilience, which ultimately disempowers us.
We also explore some big questions: What does real equity look like, and can some equity efforts inadvertently lead to more division? Erec shares how outreach programs, when done right, prepare young people to navigate and thrive in collegeānot just to check boxes but to actually feel empowered.
Erecās insights on intrapersonal empowerment really hit home. He believes that the path to civil discourseāand to bridging dividesāis through strengthening the individual first. Itās only when we have strong, accountable individuals that we can come together with others to reach common goals and view no group as a monolith. At the heart of Erecās message is this: through personal accountability and a commitment to working together, we can overcome almost anything.
Learn more about and connect with Erec Smith by checking out the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
Please follow the DTH podcast on:
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The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels ā Americaās largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org
Welcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast!
*The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.
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Self-Love & Breaking A Cycle Of Self-Sabotage
Todayās guest, Judith Costa, brings a unique and powerful approach to something so vital in our lives: love. But itās not just about love in the romantic senseāitās about unconditional love, self-love, and taking responsibility for the relationships we have with others and, most importantly, ourselves.
Judith is an Unconditional Love Coach, Happiness Trainer, and speaker who has spent years helping people remove those inner blocks that keep them from truly embracing who they are. With a masterās degree in Analytical Psychology and Psychotherapy, sheās also a certified teacher of the Akashic Records and a Reiki Master. Her work spans a variety of areas, including self-discovery, past life regression, and even astrology, all geared toward helping people achieve happiness, abundance, and genuine connection.
In our conversation, Judith and I dive into what it really means to love yourselfāhow itās a state of being, a decision we make to live authentically and fully. We talk about how often we hand over our happiness to others, how self-sabotage keeps us stuck, and why forgiving ourselves is essential to moving forward. Judithās approach isnāt just about feeling good; itās about understanding that love is always within our reach. She teaches that when we take ownership of our happiness, embrace our mistakes as learning opportunities, and become our own best friends, we can transform our lives.
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with Judith Costa by getting the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels ā Americaās largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org
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Taking Back Your Health: Patient Advocacy in a Corporate Healthcare World
Today, I have another truly impactful guest joining me. Dr. Nikki Johnson is not only a physician with years of experience in pediatric critical care, but sheās also become a fierce advocate for patients navigating the modern healthcare system.
Dr. Nikki has seen firsthand how the doctor-patient relationship is often overshadowed by corporate healthcare interests and insurance demands. Weāre diving deep today into some of the major challenges sheās witnessed ā like how insurance companies and government policies are increasingly influencing which treatments patients receive. Dr. Nikki argues that these outside forces are eroding the core of patient care, where the focus should be on that personal bond between doctor and patient.
As the Interim Director of FAIR In Medicine, sheās leading efforts to educate and empower patients so they can take back control of their healthcare choices. Weāll be talking about her involvement with grassroots organizations like Free2Care and what it means for physicians and patients to unite against a system that can feel impersonal and, at times, restrictive. Through her work, Dr. Nikki is helping more people understand their rights and advocate for the quality, transparency, and choice that everyone deserves in their healthcare.
So, whether you've felt frustrated by healthcare decisions being made without you or just want to know more about reclaiming your power in medical care, stick around. This conversation with Dr. Nikki Johnson will leave you inspired and informed on whatās possible when we demand better from the system!
Takeaways
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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Relationships Are The Foundation For Solving Our Common Problems
āRenewing our democracy has to start with rebuilding our relationships, and our trust, and our ability to lower the toxicity of our national conversation and our local conversationsā
Friends, today Iām thrilled to bring you a conversation with someone who has spent decades working to bridge divides and bring people togetherāDavid Eisner. Davidās career has spanned the worlds of business, government, and nonprofit leadership. Heās served as the CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service under President George W. Bush, led the National Constitution Center, and formerly headed the Convergence Center for Policy Resolution. Throughout his career, David has been deeply committed to fostering dialogue and collaboration to tackle some of our nationās most pressing challenges.
In our conversation today, David shares his journey into public service and why he believes that community engagement is essential in solving societal issues. Weāll also explore the role technology plays in polarizationāit can connect us, but it can just as easily divide usāand discuss the erosion of trust in institutions as a result. David emphasizes the need for citizens to come together, build relationships, and work toward solutions, rather than relying on government alone.
We also touch on the unique role of faith leaders, who often find themselves navigating political divides, and the importance of their work in fostering dialogue and understanding. Ultimately, this is a conversation about rejecting toxic polarization, rebuilding trust through open communication, and finding hope in the growing movement against divisiveness.
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with David Eisner by checking out the full show notes for this episode.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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Forgiveness Is A Personal Journey Not Dependent On Others
Part of the ProHuman Foundation Board of Advisors Series...
learn more about the Prohuman Foundation at ProHumanFoundation.org
Today Iām honored to sit down with a fellow member of the ProHuman Foundationās board of advisors, Dr. Fred Luskin. Itās a privilege to be in conversation with someone whose work in the field of forgiveness and emotional well-being has touched so many lives, and whose insights are invaluable for anyone looking to cultivate deeper happiness and emotional resilience.
Dr. Luskin has dedicated his career to the science of forgiveness, serving as the director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Projects and authoring bestsellers like *Forgive for Good* and *Forgive for Love.* In our conversation, weāll explore how forgiveness and gratitudeācornerstones of Dr. Luskinās researchāare not just abstract ideals but teachable, actionable skills that can transform your life. From breaking free of the victim mentality to fostering personal responsibility and emotional health, Dr. Luskinās work shows us that we have the power to reshape our emotional reality.
In this episode, weāll dig into the science behind forgiveness, the dangers of labeling others, and why humility and vulnerability are essential for genuine healing. Whether youāre dealing with personal struggles or just striving for a greater sense of well-being, Dr. Luskinās approach offers practical steps to move forward.
So, join me as we dive into this transformative conversation with Dr. Fred Luskin, and discover how you can take control of your emotional well-being through the power of forgiveness and gratitude.
Takeaways
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The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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How Personal Accountability Leads to Power, Freedom and Joy
Today, Iām sitting down with Robert J. Hunt, also known as 'The Accountability Guy.' Robert is a business owner, executive coach, and co-author of the book Nobody Cares... until You Do. Heās been running CEO groups in the Dallas/Fort Worth area since 2013, and let me tell you, this guy knows a thing or two about what it takes to lead with intention and accountability.
Look, we know the word 'accountability' can stir up all kinds of reactions, right? But Robertās got a refreshing take on it thatās all about personal power, freedom, and joy. Heās not talking about someone else holding your hand and checking off your to-do listāno, itās about you holding yourself accountable. Thatās where real growth happens. Weāll be diving deep into how taking ownership of your life, your choices, and yes, even your mistakes, can actually unlock new levels of freedom and happiness.
Robertās philosophy really resonates with me because itās about transparency and vulnerability. Itās about being honest with yourself and owning your actionsāsomething thatās easier said than done, especially in a world where itās so tempting to fall into a victim mentality. But Robert believes, and I wholeheartedly agree, that shedding that mentality is the first step toward real personal growth.
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with Robert J. Hunt by checking out the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
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Anger and Hate Are Rooted in Fear, The Cure is Found In LOVE...
Friends, Iām prepping and traveling this week for another speaking engagement, so Iām handing the mic over to my great friend and guest host, Julian Adorney. You may remember Julian from previous guest appearances on the DTH podcast. He is a writer, speaker and founder of the Heal the West, substack movement. Julian recently sat down for an insightful conversation with conflict resolution expert, Jamie Winship.Ā
Jamie has spent decades working in some of the most conflicted areas of the world, helping people and organizations resolve disputes in ways that go far beyond surface-level fixes. His approach focuses on understanding true identity, addressing fear and anger, and, most importantly, using love as a transformative force.Ā
In this conversation, Jamie and Julian explore what it means to engage in conflict with vulnerability and honesty, and why demonstrating loveāeven to those we perceive as our enemiesācan lead to real change. They dive deep into how fear and anger are often secondary emotions, rooted in deeper issues, and how addressing those fears is the first step toward reconciliation.Ā
Julian did an incredible job guiding this conversation, and I think you'll find a lot of value in what Jamie has to say, whether you're navigating personal conflict or grappling with the larger divides in society today.Ā
Julian, thank you for stepping in and hosting this one. I know itās going to resonate with our DTH audience."
Takeaways
Learn more about and connect with Jamie Winship by checking out the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.
The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all youāve got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!
Please follow the DTH podcast on:
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The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels ā Americaās largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org
Welcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast!
*The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.
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