Cobb and Snyder: Path to Power, Love and Sound Mind

David Cobb gave a presentation at Brown County to the United Church of God over Pentecost weekend earlier in 2024.   He spoke about how to build power, love, and a sound mind (mental health). This is so important now when mental health has deteriorated due to all the pressures we must endure.  
Michael Snyder joins in this discussion.  
One resources referred to in this podcast is United Church of God's Light of Hope Helpline. 

Greg Thomas: Dealing with Disappointment and Relationships

With Greg Thomas, we discuss principles of Personal Leadership as outlined in Greg's book Making Life's Puzzle Pieces Fit.  We discuss
Dealing with disappointment,
A Life in Balance
Simple Diversions
Meaningful Relationships 
Making Life's Puzzle Pieces Fit is available on Amazon.  We will continue through all the pieces in this series of podcasts. 
We invite comments and suggestions at vkubik@gmail.com.   
Visit Greg Thomas's websites at 
https://leadingtoday.org 
https://leadershipexcellencenow.com/

Coping and Conduct in a Crazy World - Dr. Roy Fouch

No one can deny that we have entered markedly different times since 2020; every month seems to introduce a new what at one time may have considered a once-in-a-lifetime crisis.  Now, the crises come one after another.  It's sudden runaway inflation, world tension on the brink of a civilization-ending world war. The United States has joined other countries as a post-Christian society.  How can we cope and live a meaningful life governed by more than platitudes?  I talk to Christian psychologist Dr. Roy Fouch, who gives us insight from both his prison practice and his private practice about how to cope and how to become a constructive Christian.  
Replay from June 26, 2022

Conspiracy! The Truth Shall Set You Free...

Today's episode features Tim Pebworth, United Church of God's Chairman of the Council of Elders and Director of French Speaking areas, who speaks on the subject of Conspiracies that so many, including devout Christians, can get caught up in.A recent USA Today article quotes University of Chicago political science professors Eric Oliver and Thomas Wood as saying that in any given year, roughly half of Americans believe in at least one conspiracy theory. Given the pervasive nature of conspiracy theories, Tim Pebworth examines what the Bible says about conspiracy theories. He challenges us to think critically about what we hear and see, asking hard questions about the motivations and intentions of those who promote these alternative theories. The sermon looks at what the ancient prophet Isaiah says about conspiracy theories, the interesting linkage to the ancient and modern philosophy of Gnosticism and how to evaluate these theories in light of Biblical teachings.

Rebekah Drury: Help for navigating through grief

Rebekah Drury is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with the state of Ohio. She also has a Master of Arts degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. 
Rebekah and I discuss how to work through crises and tragedies that will come into our lives.  She is a Christian therapist and gives valuable insights for us to consider about inevitable events that will face.

Mitch Moss: Clothing, Consulting, Character, Class, Christian

Mitchell Moss is a designer, writer, editor and photographer who lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.  He’s been writing on menswear for more than a decade, helping men discover the principles of how to dress well, feel great and express their style.
We focus particularly on menswear in this podcast, however Mitch Moss gives us a history and biblical narrative about clothing dating to the first animal skins used for clothing in the Book of Genesis through the regal display of attire in the Book of Revelation.
Find out more about Mitch at his website at menswearmusings.com

Twila Reynolds: Straight Talk About Our End of Life

Twila Reynolds and I talk about the inevitable moment coming to all of us: the day of our death.  
Twila Reynold is retired.  She spent most of her professional years in the commercial insurance industry.  But, later, she changed fields and worked in the administrative medical field, which has always interested her. When she began working at the VA Medical Center, she started as an Invasive Procedure Coordinator in the CT area. She later moved to Human  Resources, where she handled all the worker compensation claims for that facility.  
Twila directed me to the book Being Mortal by Atul Gawande. A PBS documentary by the same name is available on YouTube at 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQhI3Jb7vMg
Atul Gawande is a surgeon who explores the inevitable process of aging and ultimately death, and takes a critical look at how the medical profession does not yet have a firm grip on how to handle these processes well. He explores the birth of nursing homes, independent and assisted living facilities, and the various roles modern hospice programs can play to support those nearing the end of their lives. Gawande shares several stories of those who were adeptly aided through the process of growing frail as well as those were not so lucky. Finally, Gawande shares what he has learned about how each of us should approach our mortality as well as that of those we love.
 

Andi Chapman - Leaving the Workforce and Finding Yourself

Andi Chapman and I discuss what life is like after ending our professional careers. We compare how we coped and what learned and what new vistas have been created.  
She is an R.N. CDP. CCADCT, Certified Dementia Specialist, Naturopath, FNIP (Food as Nutrition Informed Specialist) CWCN (Certified Wound Care Nurse), and as of 2021, she started her own presentation, consultation company, SelectMed Seminars and Counseling which allows her to write programs for the state of MI assisting in education in facility care staff.  Currently she speaks for Wayne State University; Lansing College in MI;Web MD; Stellantis and Chrysler worldwide, among other groups
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Andi Chapman and I have done previous podcasts about death at 
https://www.ucg.org/inside-united-podcast/inside-united-podcast-113-andi-chapman-discussing-death-part-1
https://www.ucg.org/inside-united-podcast/inside-united-podcast-114-andi-chapman-discussing-death-part-2
Also a video resources about anxiety, depression and despair having consequences  
https://www.ucg.org/members/news/new-video-resource-recorded-with-andi-chapman-anxiety-depression-and-despair-have-consequences
 
 
 

Anthony Rees, new Chief of Police for Union Township, Ohio. Mental health, Homeless, Social Media and much more.

Anthony Rees was promoted to Chief of Police in Union Township on Clermont County, Ohio in March 2023.  In this interview Anthony gives insight into the responsibility of providing protection to 50,000 citizens and what those duties entail.  He speaks about his work with mental health, homelessness, the makeup of the police department, women police officers and much more.  
This is our fourth podcast that we hope you will find enlightening. 

Merna Eppick -- Mental Health Champions’ Award Winner Talks About Her Work

Merna Eppick is Board President of the Simmering Center which is a recovery housing facility housing 43 people nightly as well as a 10-bed respite center facility. 
We talk about opioids, alcohol, meth, and other addictions.   
You can reach Merna Leisure-Eppick at
merna@luvs-amethyst.us
Merna Leisure-Eppick Receives 2023 Missouri Mental Health Champions’ Award
Merna Leisure-Eppick received the 2023 Missouri Mental Health Champions' Award on May 9 , 2023.
Each year three remarkable Missourians, who have overcome many challenges to make life better for themselves, others, and their communities, are selected to receive the Missouri Mental Health Champions’ award at the capital Jefferson City.  The presentation was made on May 9, 2023 at an awards banquet at the Capitol Plaza Hotel.  
One of the 2023 awards was given to Merna Leisure-Eppick of Branson, MO.
https://kubik.org/merna-leisure-eppick-receives-2023-missouri-mental-health-champions-award/
 
 
 

Carol Emerson Hill - Retirement Part 2 -A New Beginning - A New You - A New Life

Carol Emerson Hill and I continue our candid discussion about how to face retirement positively as not end, but a new beginning. You can be fulfilled personally and be valuable to others.  In this candid and casual conversation, we talk about feelings, thoughts, and actions to consider. 
You can reach Carol at lilacjean55@gmail.com
Be sure to listen to our first podcast at 
https://vkubik.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-life-transitions-retirement/
 
Here are some books that Carol recommended in the podcast.
 
 
MBTI Personality Assessment
Official Myers Briggs Test & Personality Assessment | MBTIonline
 
The Enneagram Personality Test (truity.com)
(There are MANY assessments. These are just a couple)
Books:
Book on MBTI assessment: “Do What You Are” by Paul D. Tieger (Author), Barbara Barron (Author), Kelly Tieger (Author)
Do What You Are: Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type: Tieger, Paul D., Barron, Barbara, Tieger, Kelly: 9780316236737: Amazon.com: Books
 
The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life Paperback – September 24, 2002
by Rosamund Stone Zander (Author), Benjamin Zander (Author)
 
Don't Retire, REWIRE!, 3E: 5 Steps to Fulfilling Work That Fuels Your Passion, Suits Your Personality, and: Sedlar, Jeri, Miners, Rick: 9781465473547: Amazon.com: Books
 
New Passages: Mapping Your Life Across Time: Sheehy, Gail: 9780345404459: Amazon.com: Books
 
Making Life's Puzzle Pieces Fit by Greg L. Thomas
https://www.amazon.com/Making-Puzzle-Principles-Personal-Leadership/dp/1436388430/ref=sr_1_1?crid=K40YF3KJTOLM&keywords=making+life%27s+puzzle+pieces+fit&qid=1687958378&s=books&sprefix=making+life%27s+puzzle+pieces+fit%2Cstripbooks%2C102&sr=1-1
 
The Virtues of Aging: Jimmy Carter: Amazon.com: The Virtues of Aging (Library of Contemporary Thought): 9780345425928: Carter, Jimmy: Books
 
 

Carol Emerson Hill - Dealing With Life Transitions - Retirement

Carol Emerson Hill and I, who have both officially "retired," discuss how we personally have fared through this transition.  In our careers we have counselled many people about retirement and now have to go through it ourselves. 
Carol's credentials are stellar as she worked in aspects of career management. Here are just some of her skills and experience:
Senior Consultant, Career Management, Executive Coach | Career Coach | Resume & Interview   Consultant, Career & Retirement Management, Executive Coach | Career Coach | Resume & Interview Coaching.
Right Management, global leader in talent and career management workforce solutions within Manpower Right Management, global leader in talent and career management
Senior Career Consultant, Career Management, Silicon Valley 2011- 2019.
Carol can be reached at 
lilacjean55@gmail.com 
 
 
You will find this personal discussion insightful and thoughtful. 

Dr. Roy Fouch - Delusions, Part 2 -- The Iron Dome of Truth

In part one Dr. Roy Fouch and I talk about delusions in the context of mental health.  Here we discuss delusions from a spiritual perspective.  The Bible predicts that deception would deceive the whole world.  The Bible also instructs us on how to know the truth and be protected from lies.
Be sure to listen to Part One of this two part program.

With Andy Lee: What and How Are You Consuming Information?

Andy Lee and Victor Kubik talk about how we consume information.   At one time it was a newspaper and TV.   Now, there are many more sources.  What's the best way to stay informed and not waste time.  We candidly discuss a continually changing phenomenon that involves you, your phone, Internet, TV and maybe things still printed on paper such as books and newspapers. 

With Dr. Roy Fouch - Delusions and Conspiracies. Part 1

The pandemic, which affected the whole world, became a time of fear, mistrust, misinformation and spawned numerous conspiracy theories. These theories are in areas such as environmental, geo-political, racial, and ethnic, just to mention a few. Today, individuals have banned together to form groups that promote these beliefs and have acted out these beliefs.
Hate groups like white supremacy groups and anti-government groups are increasing in numbers. What is behind all these activities?
Hear Dr. Roy Fouch, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor for over 45 years discuss delusions which is a false belief or judgement about an external reality, held despite incontrovertible evidence to the contrary.

With Andy Lee: What is Truth? What is YOUR Truth?

Andy Lee and I talk about the subject of discerning TRUTH in our time.  What determines what you consider to be Truth?  Is it just facts?  What are other factors that come into play?  We should not bear false witness, but we should also not fall for false witness. 
Listen here to gain more insight in how to sort through the volume of confusing and contradictory data we are confronted with daily.  How do we determine what is true?
Andy Lee who is a Partner and Quality Leader for Tax Practices in the U.S. with Ernst & Young, one of the Big Four Accounting Firms.  He is also elder in the United Church of God.

Andy Lee on Secure Sensible Strategies for Your Money in 2023

In this episode Andy Lee who is Partner with Ernst and Young and I talk about money.  What's the best strategy for you in the coming year?  He answers some questions of concern from a professional viewpoint of one of the Big Four accounting firms in the world.   We touch on the uncertain times we live in, national debt, turbulence and even crypto currencies.  

How to Succeed in Economic Uncertainty - with Andy Lee

Andy Lee who is a Partner and Quality Leader for Tax Practices in the U.S. with Ernst & Young, one of the Big Four Accounting Firms, gives insights and advice on how to deal with troubling economic news involving inflation, higher interest rates, potentially increased layoffs. You will find this podcast insightful about where we are and where we will be going in the next six months.  
Would love to hear from you.  Write to us at vkubik@gmail.com with comments and suggestions. 
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The Slavery of Pornography

1. What is pornography, and what is its effect on the human brain?2. Why do people use pornography, and what are its dangers?3. What is the impact on human relationships?4. What are the underlying causes of pornography addiction?5. What can one do if he/she has a pornography addiction or problem?