An episode on how negative or positive thoughts can affect you, your body, your soul, the people and the world around you. You have the choice how to react to people and situations, and your life becomes so much better, happier, and more peaceful when you choose the positive.

Nobody is perfect. Being "judgy" has been engrained in our upbringing. But we can catch these thoughts and reframe them. Redirect. You'll be glad you did.

The Peaceful Life Podcast is a series with stories, inspiration, and affirmations to return your life to peace and joy.

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In this episode, you'll hear some tips on how to incorporate relaxation throughout your day. It's a stressful world! But you don't have to internalize it at all. Here are some quick things you can do to relax:

The Peaceful Life Podcast is a series with stories, inspiration, and affirmations to return your life to peace and joy.

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Who or what is your god? I talk about the different definitions of god, the evolution of my belief system and how I personally feel god is a part of all of us. I do not impose my beliefs on others, and this episode is not meant to answer any questions. In fact, you can view this show this as a question in itself.

And toward the end of the episode, listen for how I received a kind-of "divine surprise!" 

Some things mentioned in this episode:

The Pew Research Study: Americans' Belief in God

YouTube Video: Kids of Different Religions Describe God

Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert A. Heinlein

The history of the Pledge of Allegiance

"On this Night" is sung by me and my daughter, Miranda.

In this episode I discuss all the wonderful presentations I attended at the Yosemite Peace Symposium - practical ways we can take action to better our part of the world. I then lead listeners through a visualization/affirmation to heal the hatred, violence, and injustice that is prevalent in the United States at this time.

This is an important week for us here in the U.S. Please exercise your right to vote.

Mentioned in this episode:

Olive Foundation- Assisting individuals working in the sex industry, as well as victims of human trafficking, to overcome their limitations by encouraging them to learn their value and empowering them to live a life they are proud of.

123 Missing Children Found in Michigan during Sex Trafficking Operation

The Kern Family Farm - an organic family farm that has started a community garden at the local elementary school

The Worldwide Opportunities for Organic Farming(Wwoof) - Working an organic farm in exchange for room, board, experience, and education.

The Peace Pole Project - Customizable language Peace Poles for schools, organizations, and homes

And Then They Came for Us - a documentary film about the Japanese concentration camps in the United States during WWII.

Waging Peace: Global Adventures of a Lifelong Activist by David Hartsough

The Yosemite Peace Symposium

About memory and how it can hinder or help you have a peaceful life. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover

Revisionist History podcast with Malcolm Gladwell

The Peaceful Life Podcast is a series with stories, inspiration, and affirmations to return your life to peace and joy.

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For more information and episodes visit the website: ThePeaceful.life

In this episode I read a short story I wrote a couple of years ago called "Fire Came Out" about a scary memory from when I was just three years old. 

Are we responsible for what happens when we're kids? Should we just get over it? This is the first of a two-part episode about childhood, memories, and interpretation.

The Peaceful Life Podcast is a series with stories, inspiration, and affirmations to return your life to peace and joy.

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Belinda Farrell has been an actress, elementary school teacher, TV news reporter, professional stunt car driver, hypnotherapist, healer, and almost a CIA agent! 

But tragedy struck when she lost her son and her entire life savings within the same year. Being as resilient as she is, Belinda sought a new life in an ancient Hawaiian healing practice called Huna. Listen to Belinda's story about her practice, how she heals others (and herself) and found her own path to a peaceful and friggin' joyous life.

You can find Belinda Farrell's book here: Find Your Friggin' Joy: Discover Missing Links from Ancient Hawaiian Teachings to Clean the Plaque of your Soul and Reach Your Higher Self.

The Peaceful Life Podcast is a series with stories, inspiration, and affirmations to return your life to peace and joy.

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For more information and episodes visit the website: ThePeaceful.life

One of the paths to living a peaceful life is the ability to mindfully control your own thoughts…and work to manage and eliminate those which are non-productive or harmful. 

In this episode we break down the different thoughts that we have on a daily basis–which work for us and which don’t, and finish with a practice mindful meditation to keep your attention on the present.

Other episodes mentioned in this podcast:

Go to Sleep

Go to Sleep for Kids

Release the Darts

The Peaceful Life Podcast is a series with stories, inspiration, and affirmations to return your life to peace and joy.

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For more information and episodes visit the website: ThePeaceful.life

A conversation with Sergeant Khyhisha Zebley, a law enforcement professional with twenty years of service in a large urban police force. We speak about her experience on the force, and how police departments all over the country are changing to address the problem of undue aggression.

Information about Sergeant Zebley's new podcast can be found at CourageBeyondtheBadge.com.

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