This week, a discussion based on a nice blog post titled, "Emotional Strength Training." Here's the good news, in case you were worried: There's no need to go to the gym for this kind of training!

This week's step along the Practical Path: Pain is not the enemy. Whether it’s sore muscles, crazy, racing thoughts, or a heavy heart, pain is a messenger. It’s pointing you toward something deeper that needs strength, not just relief.

Instead of asking, ‘How do I get rid of this?’ try asking, ‘What is this pain trying to teach me? What muscle—physical or emotional—needs to get stronger here?’

Join us for some tips on connecting with those signals and finding ways to navigate in a way that creates emotional and spiritual strength.

Here's the full post if you're interested:

https://nickwignall.com/emotional-strength-training/?ref=refind

Thanks to author Nick Wignall.

Thanks again for joining us! As always, feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions and comments on our Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast," and you'll find out page.

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week, our ideas for a better life come from an interesting blog post that's all about how to feel like you're "doing enough" in life. So often, we can become depressed or just plain bummed out over not crossing off every little thing on our daily to-do list.

If that's an experience you've had - and you'd like to try "making a different decision," then this show is for you. It's all about reframing how much is "enough," and how to decide what actually belongs on the must-do list.

Here's the full post if you're interested. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/five_ways_to_feel_like_youre_doing_enough Thanks to author Rachel Goldsmith Turow.

Thanks again for joining us! As always, feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions and comments on our Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast," and you'll find out page.

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week a very interesting talk about how we all "train" the people around us how they will think and feel about us. Kind of an interesting idea, that we are responsible for the way others treat us, but it's true... at least when it comes to demonstrating out preferences and boundaries.

Here's a quick outline of what we covered:

1. First Impressions Matter, but You Control Them - People initially see you as a blank slate, forming judgments mostly based on appearance, dress, posture, and demeanor... and guess what? You're in control of all those factors.

2. Every Interaction Teaches People How to Feel About You - We're talking the stuff beyond words.. non-verbal communication (tone, body language, eye contact) that shows people how they should feel about you.

3. Assume Interest from Others - Begin interactions with the mindset that others already have a level of interest, instead of assuming rejection.

4. Believe in Your “Product” (Yourself!)

5. Sell Feelings, Not Just Facts - Facts alone don’t persuade; people respond to how those facts are framed.

6. Reframe “Flaws” as Features - What you perceive as a weakness may be seen differently with the right perspective.

7. Don’t Chase Non-Customers - Not everyone will “buy your product” (i.e., like or accept you), and that’s normal. Focus instead on those who actually value what you offer.

8. Confidence Comes from Owning the Frame - When you guide how others perceive you—through self-belief, reframing, and ignoring the wrong audience—you naturally project confidence.

👉 Bottom Line: People don’t automatically know how to feel about you—you must teach them. By preparing your presentation, believing in yourself, reframing weaknesses, and focusing only on the right audience, you can carry yourself with confidence in relationships and social interactions.

Thanks again for joining us! As always, feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions and comments on our Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast," and you'll find out page.

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week, a fun and intersting discussion of how you can be a "Sunshine Person" for those around you. No matter if it's at work, in your personal relationships, family or friends. How to be better connected, how to be supportive and uplifting. It's important! And thankfully, not as hard as you might think.

To check out the resource for this week's talk, here's the original post: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/feeling-it/202506/the-successful-relationship-science-youve-never-heard-of?ref=refind

Thanks again for joining us! As always, feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions and comments on our Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast," and you'll find out page.

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week, a discussion of a list prepared by one of Bill's favorite bloggers, a person who writes about the "minimalist" lifestyle. For those not familiar with minimalism, it's important to remember that it's not about "doing with less," it's more about having exactly what you need in life, and not going overboard with collecting all that "stuff" that can get in the way of of a happy life.

So this week, a few intersting thoughts, including (minimalistically speaking) how life can be so much better by doing less. Worrying less about what others may (or may not( be thinking of you... Creating more happiness through the process of subtraction, not addition. A little weird? Yes. A lot helpful? We think so...

Thanks again for joining us! As always, feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions and comments on our Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast," and you'll find out page.

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week, a fun discussion of good ideas to help you on your path to what we're calling "everday enlightenment." No, it's defintely not an original title, but it's spot-on to our discussion. Ways to stay centered, connected and empowered, even as we go about the business of everyday life.

Topics in our talk include:

• Starting your day with presence, not pressure
• Creating a daily routine to ground you
• Respond, don't react
• Use your words as medicine

... and a few more! We hope and trust you'll find something to spark your day in a positive way. If you have suggestions, comments or even more great ideas, feel free to share them on our Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast" and our group will pop right up.

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week, the question is... are there really "coincidences" in this life? We put the word in quote marks because honesly, we don't think so. For us, those fun, interesting, and often amazing coincidences are a wink, nudge or something else from the Universe, getting our attention... asking us to be aware. Maybe there's a lesson to learn here!

We mention that because there's a really good story to be shared this week with a friend of the show, and how a "coincidence" showed up on the most interesting (and cool) way!

Also, this weeks' main disucssion is about a super-intereting idea to help keep yourself in times of - shall we say - challenge. While it's always good to have a friend to share with (and to get good, calm advice from)... that's not always possible. Why not do it for yourself? Easier said than done, you say? Well yes...and that's brings us to the cool idea we've got for you this week.

It's from a blog post called "Give Yourself a Ripcord to Pull." Here's the link if you'd like to read it yourself: https://www.raptitude.com/2025/07/give-yourself-a-ripcord-to-pull/ Enjoy it... we certainly did!

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

This week, a lot of fun with a blog post outlining actor Bill Murray's "Seven Ideas for Living a Happy Life." (Link below, of course.) Ideas like "Stay Weird" and "Forget Chasing Fame." Of course most of us don't really have to worry about being famous, but there are plenty of good ideas and lessons to unpack from that item, and the rest fo the list as well.

Our favorite on the list is probably the first big "Idea" ... which is, "Chase Moments, Not Meaning." Both Vicki and Bill have good personal examples of what that concept meant to them, and why it's such a powerful idea for living a true happy life.

Interested in reading it yourself? Here's the original post: https://www.upworthy.com/bill-murray7-rules-for-happiness Enjoy it... we certainly did!

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube