Bästa Peaceful Life podcaster (2024)

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Exploring the Four Stages of Personal Growth 20:09

2d ago20:09

20:09

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don delve into the four stages of personal growth, originally conceptualized by Christian writer Brian McLaren as the 'Four Stages of Faith.' They break down each stage—Simplicity, Complexity, Perplexity, and Harmony—offering insights into how our thinking evolves over time. The discussi…

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A Guide to Handing Opinionated People 28:03

9d ago28:03

28:03

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, Don and David Lowry discuss effective ways to handle opinionated people in various aspects of life, from family gatherings to professional settings. They explore the dynamics of opinionated behavior, motivations behind such attitudes, and offer practical strategies such as active listening, setting boundaries…

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Mastering Flow, Engagement, and Transcendence for a Fulfilled Life 26:48

16d ago26:48

26:48

Join Don Drew and co-host David Lowry on Peaceful Life Radio as they explore the psychological states of flow, profound engagement, and transcendence. Discover how these states can significantly enrich your life by fostering greater fulfillment, creativity, and deeper connections. Learn practical strategies to incorporate these concepts into everyd…

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Living in Isolation - A Modern Challenge 22:14

23d ago22:14

22:14

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the growing epidemic of social isolation, its impact on our well-being, and ways to enhance our social circles to combat loneliness. They delve into the benefits of a broad social network and the negative effects of prolonged isolation and share practical tips for buildi…

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An Introduction to Forest Therapy with Roberta Cassidy 20:51

1M ago20:51

20:51

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew are joined by Roberta Cassidy, a PhD and experienced nurse who specializes in Forest Therapy. Roberta shares her journey from healthcare to becoming a Forest Therapy guide and explains how immersing oneself in nature can cultivate inner peace and mindfulness. She details what Fo…

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Understanding and Managing Burnout - Tips for a Balanced Life 27:10

1M ago27:10

27:10

Join us on Peaceful Life Radio as hosts David Lowry and Don Drew delve deep into the topic of burnout, an issue affecting many in both their personal and professional lives. In this episode, they define burnout, explore its causes, and discuss its prevalent rise, particularly in professions like medicine and education. They share personal experienc…

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The Art of Unlocking Happiness 29:30

1M ago29:30

29:30

Join David and Dr. Don Drew on Peaceful Life Radio as they explore what truly makes us happy. In this episode, 'The Art of Unlocking Inner Happiness,' they discuss how happiness is more about the journey than the destination and delve into the roles of self-reflection, authenticity, and overcoming resistance. Hear about practical strategies and res…

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Terry Clark - Happiness Through Art 23:38

2M ago23:38

23:38

Join hosts David Lowry and Don Drew on Peaceful Life Radio as they welcome Terry Clark, a former journalist and professor turned artist. In this episode, Terry shares his transformation from a career in journalism to discovering his passion for art in the second half of his life. Through personal anecdotes, Terry discusses his early influences, his…

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Discovering Thin Places - Itoyo-no-Sato Izumigamori Park 26:19

2M ago26:19

26:19

Join Don Drew in this episode of Peaceful Life Radio as he broadcasts from the serene Izumi Shrine in Omika, Japan. Drawing on over 47 years of visits, Don explores the concept of 'thin places'—locations where the boundary between the mundane and the mystical feels especially thin. He provides insights into the Shinto practice and other global trad…

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Emotional Intelligence - Building Stronger, More Peaceful Connections 23:35

2M ago23:35

23:35

Welcome to Peaceful Life Radio with David Lowry and Don Drew! In this episode, we delve deep into the concept of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and how it impacts our lives. Discover what EQ is and its key components—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and learn how developing higher levels of emotional intelligence…

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Quieting Unwanted Opinions - Responding to Moralizers 21:49

2M ago21:49

21:49

Join David Lowry and Don Drew in this episode of Peaceful Life Radio as they explore effective strategies for handling moralizers—individuals who offer unsolicited advice with a condescending tone. Learn to identify moralizing behavior, understand its negative impact on relationships, and adopt peaceful assertiveness to maintain self-respect and fo…

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The Wheel of Life - Finding Fulfillment and Harmony 28:30

3M ago28:30

28:30

The Wheel of Life: Cultivating Balance and Peace In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew explore the Wheel of Life, a self-assessment tool designed to help individuals identify areas in their life that are flourishing and those that may need improvement. The discussion covers the eight key areas of the Wheel of Life: …

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Cultivating Peace and Stronger Relationships with Julie Kellogg 20:06

3M ago20:06

20:06

In this second part of an insightful interview on Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Dr. Don Drew are joined by Julie Kellogg, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over two decades of experience. Julie discusses practical techniques for fostering stronger and more fulfilling relationships, emphasizing the importance of therapy in i…

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Understanding Therapy: Insights from Julie Kellogg on Peaceful Life Radio 21:36

3M ago21:36

21:36

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, co-hosts Don Drew and David Lowry talk with Julie Kellogg, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience in various therapeutic settings. Julie, who currently serves as a family science professor at Oklahoma Christian University, discusses the signs indicating when therapy might be…

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Cultivating Calm in Chaos - Strategies and Personal Reflections 22:01

3M ago22:01

22:01

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew delve into the topic of how to maintain inner peace during crisis situations. Sharing their personal experiences of facing life-altering crises, including debilitating illness and the loss of a loved one, they emphasize the importance of cultivating coping mechanisms and practic…

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Stop the Spiral - Speak the Truth 20:35

4M ago20:35

20:35

Doctors David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the Spiral of Silence, a communication theory that explains how people's perception of opinion influences their willingness to speak up. The episode explores how staying silent leads to misunderstandings, resentment, and conflict and how open communication is key to fostering peaceful relationships. Show Not…

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Harmonizing Polarities - A Conversation with Dr. Christy Vincent 25:03

4M ago25:03

25:03

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, host Don interviews Dr. Christy Vincent, a college professor, business consultant, and life coach, about the concept of navigating polarities for personal growth and inner peace. Dr. Vincent explains polarities as interdependent opposites, such as work and rest, that are necessary for success and fulfillment.…

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Find Peace - Walk in Nature 20:13

4M ago20:13

20:13

This Peaceful Life Radio episode explores the powerful connection between nature and peace. Hosts David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the various ways walking and hiking in nature can reduce stress, improve mood, boost energy levels, and promote mindfulness. They also share tips on getting started with hiking and the importance of appreciating the nat…

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Finding Peace in a Social Media Driven World 20:27

4M ago20:27

20:27

Do you ever feel like social media is stealing your peace? In today's episode of Peaceful Life Radio, Doctors David Lowry and Don Drew explore the double-edged sword of social media. They'll discuss the positive aspects of connection and community building, but also delve into the negative impacts like negativity, envy, and the fear of missing out.…

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A Father's Journey - Navigating Life with Josiah 23:46

5M ago23:46

23:46

This episode of Peaceful Life Radio features hosts Don Drew and David Lowry in conversation with Dr. Bobby Kern, a university professor of family studies and parent to a child with Down Syndrome. Dr. Kern shares his deeply moving journey from the initial diagnosis of his son's Down Syndrome to navigating healthcare and education systems and finding…

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The Self-Inflicted Misery of Taking Offense 23:19

5M ago23:19

23:19

Doctors David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the concept of taking offense and how it negatively impacts our lives and relationships. The hosts argue that choosing to be offended is a self-inflicted form of misery that leads to anger, resentment, and drama. They offer alternative strategies for navigating conflict, emphasizing the importance of communi…

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Understanding Your Conflict Style 22:23

5M ago22:23

22:23

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, Doctors David Lowry and Don Drew discuss conflict styles and how they impact our interactions with others. They explore the five most common conflict resolution styles: competitive, collaborative, compromising, avoiding, and accommodating. Depending on the situation you face, one style is usually more effecti…

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Finding Peace in Pain - The Sherry Oxford Story 26:39

5M ago26:39

26:39

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosts David Lowry and Don Drew welcome retired nurse Sherry Oxford to discuss her career in healthcare and her personal journey with chronic pain following back surgery. She shares insights from her 45 years of experience working in various nursing roles, including labor and delivery, psychiatry, and rehabili…

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Unlocking Adult Development for a Peaceful Life 21:18

5M ago21:18

21:18

Drs David Lowry and Don Drew discuss Jennifer Garvey Burger's concept of adult development and how it relates to living a peaceful life. They cover three stages of adult development: the socialized mind, The Self-Authoring Mind, and The Self-Transforming Mind. They note that people in higher stages of development are more likely to be peaceful beca…

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The Dreaded Drama Triangle: Understanding Conflict and Creating a Peaceful Life 19:45

6M ago19:45

19:45

Drs. David Lowry and Don Drew explain the Dreaded Drama Triangle, a framework for understanding unhealthy conflict dynamics. In this episode, you will learn about three dysfunctional roles—victim, Prosecutor, and Rescuer—and their damaging effects on relationships and personal well-being. The episode emphasizes the importance of shifting from these…

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From Struggle to Self-Acceptance - Scott Hale's Story 29:48

6M ago29:48

29:48

This episode of Peaceful Life Radio features hosts David Lowry and Don Drew in conversation with their guest, Scott Hale. Raised in a small, tightly-knit Oklahoma community and a fundamentalist Christian environment, Scott shares his inspiring journey towards self-discovery, acceptance, and peace as a gay man. Through candid discussions about his c…

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Communication Makeover: 5 Mind Shifts for Peaceful Conflict Resolution 21:12

6M ago21:12

21:12

In this podcast episode about communication and conflict resolution, Doctors David Lowry and Don Drew discuss five mind shifts that can help people transform conflict from a source of stress into an opportunity for growth, understanding, and connection. Show Notes Mind Shift 1: Building Bridges, Not Walls Avoid reacting emotionally and use calm, ef…

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Peaceful Assertiveness: Finding Your Voice Without Raising It 23:27

6M ago23:27

23:27

In this episode of Peaceful Life Radio, Drs David Lowry and Don Drew discuss peaceful assertiveness as a way to resolve conflict without resorting to aggression or passivity. They explain the drawbacks of aggressive and passive approaches to conflict and offer tips for practicing peaceful assertiveness in daily life. Additionally, they address freq…

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What is Peace? 21:02

7M ago21:02

21:02

Drs David Lowry and Don Drew discuss the concept of peace and how to cultivate it in your life. Key Points: Peace is more than just the absence of conflict: It's a positive state of tranquility, flourishing relationships, and well-being. Peace can be cultivated in three areas: Internal peace (being happy with yourself), interpersonal peace (having …

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Peaceful Life Radio- Your Podcast for Navigating Life's Challenges 20:40

8M ago20:40

20:40

This episode introduces the "A Peaceful Life" podcast and its hosts, David Lowry and Don Drew. They discuss the podcast's mission to empower individuals to live fulfilling and peaceful lives by providing tools and strategies for navigating life's challenges and building stronger relationships. The episode also introduces the "Peacemaker's Philosoph…

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Effective ways to study | the key to productivity 13:44

11M ago13:44

13:44

I tryed studying for hours without taking any break, I tryed reading my lectures bunch of times.... but my grades wasn't getting better until I build a study system. So in this episode I'm giving all the advices you need to have a better study system and to get a lot done in the less amount of time.

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Get over the victim mentallity | stop romanticising your sadness 12:31

1y ago12:31

12:31

The reason behind most of people's laziness and sadness is their victime mentallity. So in this episode, I'm helping to get over it and to stop romanticising your sadness in ordre to build your happy and successful life.

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Real talk mn b3d zilzal | it's a sign to repent 11:03

1y ago11:03

11:03

I share with you, from heart to heart, my reflections after the morrocan earthquake. It's asign for us to repent and to come backe to Allah swt. But also a sign for us to give anf help people who suffered in this difficult phase.

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Kifach twadb 3la l3adat jdad | create new habits and stay disciplined 19:01

1y ago19:01

19:01

Fhad episode kan3tikom ga3 les methodes bach tb9aw mwadbin 3la habits jdad diwlkom. Learn discipline and self control to make new habits.

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जो योग युक्त है वही मुक्त है 21:13

1y ago21:13

21:13

Teachings of Geeta

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Choosing your freinds is choosing the person you are willing to be 9:22

1+ y ago9:22

9:22

Choosing your freinds is choosing the way you want to get influenced. Freinds can MAKE you a better person or BREAK the good person you used to be. So before you allow people to enter your life think about the way they will influence you.

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Get out of laziness | stop escaping this world and be more present in your life 8:54

1+ y ago8:54

8:54

We all had a period in our lifes in which we've been lazy, always on our phones or sleeping... and this is exactly what escaping your life looks like. So I'm giving you some advices to get out of your laziness.

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Purification of the heart: Life is nothing but a test 7:04

1+ y ago7:04

7:04

Life is nothing but a test, a short amount of time that we leave in this earth. But the real eternal life ia the one that comes after our death, so we need to prepare for our "akhirah" instead of falling into life's distractions.

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Purification of the heart: loving people is a part of self love | forgive others and move on 4:43

1+ y ago4:43

4:43

Loving people ang forgiving them is the first step to make towards hapiness. It is a way of practicing self love. And it's a way to purify our hearts.

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Be confident and humble at the same time | the real meaning of confidence 4:31

1+ y ago4:31

4:31

Associating confidence to rudness, arrogance and pride seems to be a trend nowadays because of the bad impact social media has on us. So what's the real meaning of confidence and how to be confident and humble at the same time.

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How important is to be grateful? 3:31

1+ y ago3:31

3:31

Being grateful with life and with the creator of the universe is important to have positive energy. Always stay thankful and be happy!

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कर्म की सिद्धि के पाँच कारण 14:55

2y ago14:55

14:55

Teachings of Geeta

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Before and After 6:19

2+ y ago6:19

6:19

When there's a traumatic event in our lives - whether it's personal or world - we tend to separate our memories and experiences into Before and After. So now we're reconnecting and readjusting to our new "After" world. It's a new world and our culture is changing, but there are many ways it's changing for the better. How are you adjusting? The Peac…