In this episode of All Around Growth, host Rob Kaiser shares insights from the latest Patreon-exclusive video call, covering topics like AI in communication, real estate challenges, financial planning, and family dynamics.  The call also covered how AI tools can enhance productivity, the balance between business efficiency and personal life, and innovative ways to monetize family assets.Rob also reflects on his personal journey with faith and prayer, introducing the book The Art of Prayer and how it’s shaping his spiritual growth. As life at York Meadow Farm continues to evolve, he invites listeners to share feedback on the podcast’s direction and engage with the growing community on Patreon and Telegram.Join the conversation and be part of this ever-evolving journey of personal growth, faith, and self-sufficiency.🔹 Join the Patreon community: patreon.com/allaroundgrowth 🔹 Connect on Telegram: t.me/allaroundgrowth 💬 What are your thoughts on AI, family, and faith? Let us know in the comments or Telegram group! ~~~Like, Follow, and Share on Social Media! 🔹 Facebook:  <a href='https://www.facebook.com/allaroundgrowth'>https://www.facebook.com/allaroundgrowth</a>🔹 Instagram:  <a href='https://www.instagram.com/allaroundgrowth'>https://www.instagram.com/allaroundgrowth</a>🔹 Twitter:  <a href='https://twitter.com/allaroundgrowth'>https://twitter.com/allaroundgrowth</a>🔹 Facebook Community:  <a href='https://www.facebook.com/groups/allaroundgrowth'>https://www.facebook.com/groups/allaroundgrowth</a>🔹 YouTube:  <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@allaroundgrowth'>https://www.youtube.com/@allaroundgrowth</a> ~~~📖 The Art of Prayer: An Orthodox Anthology: <a href='https://a.co/d/aM9d5E5'>https://a.co/d/aM9d5E5</a> <a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth">Support the show</a>Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>patreon.com/allaroundgrowth</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;em&gt;All Around Growth&lt;/em&gt;, host &lt;b&gt;Rob Kaiser&lt;/b&gt; shares insights from the latest &lt;b&gt;Patreon-exclusive video call&lt;/b&gt;, covering topics like &lt;b&gt;AI in communication, real estate challenges, financial planning, and family dynamics&lt;/b&gt;.  The call also covered how AI tools can enhance productivity, the balance between business efficiency and personal life, and innovative ways to &lt;b&gt;monetize family assets&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Rob also reflects on &lt;b&gt;his personal journey with faith and prayer&lt;/b&gt;, introducing the book &lt;em&gt;The Art of Prayer&lt;/em&gt; and how it’s shaping his spiritual growth. As life at &lt;b&gt;York Meadow Farm&lt;/b&gt; continues to evolve, he invites listeners to share feedback on the podcast’s direction and engage with the &lt;b&gt;growing community&lt;/b&gt; on Patreon and Telegram.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join the conversation and be part of this &lt;b&gt;ever-evolving journey of personal growth, faith, and self-sufficiency&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔹 &lt;b&gt;Join the Patreon community:&lt;/b&gt; patreon.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;br/&gt;🔹 &lt;b&gt;Connect on Telegram:&lt;/b&gt; t.me/allaroundgrowth&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;💬 &lt;b&gt;What are your thoughts on AI, family, and faith? Let us know in the comments or Telegram group!&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;~~~&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Like, Follow, and Share on Social Media!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;🔹 Facebook:  &lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔹 Instagram:  &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;https://www.instagram.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔹 Twitter:  &lt;a href='https://twitter.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;https://twitter.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔹 Facebook Community:  &lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/groups/allaroundgrowth'&gt;https://www.facebook.com/groups/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🔹 YouTube:  &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@allaroundgrowth'&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;~~~&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;📖 The Art of Prayer: An Orthodox Anthology: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://a.co/d/aM9d5E5'&gt;https://a.co/d/aM9d5E5&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;patreon.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of All Around Growth, host Rob Kaiser shares insights from the latest Patreon-exclusive video call, covering topics like AI in communication, real estate challenges, financial planning, and family dynamics.  The call also covered how AI tools can enhance productivity, the balance between business efficiency and personal life, and innovative ways to monetize family assets. Rob also reflects on his personal journey with faith and prayer, introducing the book The Art of Pray...

Patreon Insights, AI, Prayer & Building a Better Life

Welcome to the first episode of All Around Growth in 2025! Season 6 kicks off with a heartfelt reflection on the past few weeks and a glimpse into life at York Meadow Farm. From preparing for a traditional Orthodox house blessing after Theophany to the simple yet transformative act of cleaning and organizing, this episode dives into the personal growth and new beginnings shaping the year ahead.Host Rob Kaiser also shares updates on his evolving family dynamics, the progress of his relationship (taking an intentionally traditional approach), and the creative work behind his new video for Patreon subscribers. Plus, he reflects on the surprising peace that comes from stepping back, thinking, and connecting with the All Around Growth community.Tune in for an inspiring start to the season, and as always, thank you for being part of the journey! 📌 Mentioned in this episode:<ul><li>Last episode: &quot;<a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/650959/episodes/16381104-seizures-sheriff-encounters-and-new-year-reflections-a-wild-start-to-2025'>Seizures, Sheriff Encounters, and New Year Reflections</a>&quot;</li><li><a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Theophany'>Theophany</a></li><li><a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Blessing_of_homes'>Blessing of homes</a></li><li><a href='https://www.goarch.org/-/the-prayer-for-the-blessing-of-homes-at-theophany'>The Prayer for the Blessing of Homes at Theophany</a></li><li><a href='https://youtu.be/5iToT-9YFyE?si=2BKh-JQq-YJZPEE_'>Apolytikion of Theophany in Tone 1</a></li><li><a href='https://www.yorkmeadowfarm.com/blog/2025/1/16/a-personal-update-and-reflections-from-york-meadow-farm'>A Personal Update and Reflections from York Meadow Farm</a></li></ul> Connect &amp; Support:<ul><li>Join the community: <a href='https://t.me/allaroundgrowth'>Telegram group</a></li><li>Support the show: <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>Patreon</a></li></ul> Special Shoutouts Big thanks to our incredible Patreon subscribers Sean, Rachel, Kyriaki, and Brian. Your support is what makes these episodes possible! Also, a warm welcome to all our new listeners—we appreciate your support and help growing the show.  🎙 Let’s grow together. Subscribe, reflect, and share your thoughts with the community! Keywords: reflection, Orthodox tradition, Theophany, house blessing, York Meadow Farm, personal growth, family dynamics, mindfulness <a target="_blank" href="https://storeitcold.referralrock.com/l/YXHQEZD2/">Save $25 on the purchase of a CoolBot!</a> Transform any insulated room into a walk-in cooler with CoolBot and a standard A/C unit! #CoolBot <a target="_blank" href="https://instacart.oloiyb.net/allaroundgrowth">Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour.</a> Free delivery on your first order over $35. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth">Support the show</a>Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>patreon.com/allaroundgrowth</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to the first episode of &lt;em&gt;All Around Growth&lt;/em&gt; in 2025! Season 6 kicks off with a heartfelt reflection on the past few weeks and a glimpse into life at York Meadow Farm. From preparing for a traditional Orthodox house blessing after Theophany to the simple yet transformative act of cleaning and organizing, this episode dives into the personal growth and new beginnings shaping the year ahead.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Host Rob Kaiser also shares updates on his evolving family dynamics, the progress of his relationship (taking an intentionally traditional approach), and the creative work behind his new video for Patreon subscribers. Plus, he reflects on the surprising peace that comes from stepping back, thinking, and connecting with the &lt;em&gt;All Around Growth&lt;/em&gt; community.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in for an inspiring start to the season, and as always, thank you for being part of the journey!&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📌 &lt;b&gt;Mentioned in this episode&lt;/b&gt;:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Last episode: &amp;quot;&lt;a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/650959/episodes/16381104-seizures-sheriff-encounters-and-new-year-reflections-a-wild-start-to-2025'&gt;Seizures, Sheriff Encounters, and New Year Reflections&lt;/a&gt;&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Theophany'&gt;Theophany&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Blessing_of_homes'&gt;Blessing of homes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.goarch.org/-/the-prayer-for-the-blessing-of-homes-at-theophany'&gt;The Prayer for the Blessing of Homes at Theophany&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://youtu.be/5iToT-9YFyE?si=2BKh-JQq-YJZPEE_'&gt;Apolytikion of Theophany in Tone 1&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.yorkmeadowfarm.com/blog/2025/1/16/a-personal-update-and-reflections-from-york-meadow-farm'&gt;A Personal Update and Reflections from York Meadow Farm&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Connect &amp;amp; Support:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Join the community:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://t.me/allaroundgrowth'&gt;Telegram group&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Support the show:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;Patreon&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Special Shoutouts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Big thanks to our incredible Patreon subscribers Sean, Rachel, Kyriaki, and Brian. Your support is what makes these episodes possible! Also, a warm welcome to all our new listeners—we appreciate your support and help growing the show.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt; 🎙 &lt;b&gt;Let’s grow together.&lt;/b&gt; Subscribe, reflect, and share your thoughts with the community! &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;Keywords:&lt;/b&gt; reflection, Orthodox tradition, Theophany, house blessing, York Meadow Farm, personal growth, family dynamics, mindfulness&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://storeitcold.referralrock.com/l/YXHQEZD2/"&gt;Save $25 on the purchase of a CoolBot!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Transform any insulated room into a walk-in cooler with CoolBot and a standard A/C unit! #CoolBot&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://instacart.oloiyb.net/allaroundgrowth"&gt;Instacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Free delivery on your first order over $35.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;patreon.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to the first episode of All Around Growth in 2025! Season 6 kicks off with a heartfelt reflection on the past few weeks and a glimpse into life at York Meadow Farm. From preparing for a traditional Orthodox house blessing after Theophany to the simple yet transformative act of cleaning and organizing, this episode dives into the personal growth and new beginnings shaping the year ahead. Host Rob Kaiser also shares updates on his evolving family dynamics, the progress of his relationsh...

Reflections, Relationships, and Renewal: A Fresh Chapter at York Meadow Farm

In this first episode of 2025, host Rob shares an intense personal story about how a routine day of errands took a wild and unexpected turn. From preparing a delivery for Keller Café and Bistro to being held at taser point by local law enforcement, Rob recounts how a sudden seizure led to a series of confusing events involving neighbors, sheriff’s deputies, and an unexpected trip to the emergency room.This candid episode delves into Rob’s recovery, his gratitude for family support, and how this incident has made him reconsider what life without driving might look like moving forward. He also reflects on the importance of community, the kindness of those around him, and how he’s choosing to face challenges in the new year.Tune in to hear this incredible story, Rob’s heartfelt thanks to his brother, and updates on how you can engage with the All Around Growth community in 2025. Plus, hear Rob’s thoughts on what’s next for the show and how you can support it via Patreon.Connect &amp; Support:<ul><li>Join the community: <a href='https://t.me/allaroundgrowth'>Telegram group</a></li><li>Support the show: <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>Patreon</a></li></ul>Stay tuned for upcoming changes and more stories throughout the year. Here’s to a less dramatic start to your new year!<a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth">Support the show</a>Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>patreon.com/allaroundgrowth</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this first episode of 2025, host Rob shares an intense personal story about how a routine day of errands took a wild and unexpected turn. From preparing a delivery for Keller Café and Bistro to being held at taser point by local law enforcement, Rob recounts how a sudden seizure led to a series of confusing events involving neighbors, sheriff’s deputies, and an unexpected trip to the emergency room.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This candid episode delves into Rob’s recovery, his gratitude for family support, and how this incident has made him reconsider what life without driving might look like moving forward. He also reflects on the importance of community, the kindness of those around him, and how he’s choosing to face challenges in the new year.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in to hear this incredible story, Rob’s heartfelt thanks to his brother, and updates on how you can engage with the All Around Growth community in 2025. Plus, hear Rob’s thoughts on what’s next for the show and how you can support it via Patreon.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Connect &amp;amp; Support:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Join the community:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://t.me/allaroundgrowth'&gt;Telegram group&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Support the show:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;Patreon&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Stay tuned for upcoming changes and more stories throughout the year. Here’s to a less dramatic start to your new year!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;patreon.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this first episode of 2025, host Rob shares an intense personal story about how a routine day of errands took a wild and unexpected turn. From preparing a delivery for Keller Café and Bistro to being held at taser point by local law enforcement, Rob recounts how a sudden seizure led to a series of confusing events involving neighbors, sheriff’s deputies, and an unexpected trip to the emergency room. This candid episode delves into Rob’s recovery, his gratitude for family support, and how t...

Seizures, Sheriff Encounters, and New Year Reflections: A Wild Start to 2025

Welcome to this special episode of the All Around Growth podcast. As we enter the Nativity Fast, a sacred season of spiritual preparation, reflection, and renewal, we’ll be taking a brief hiatus from regular podcast recordings. Today’s episode centers around an article by Fr. Steven Kostoff, &quot;Acedia, Us, and Our Lenten Effort.&quot; Although written with Great Lent in mind, the insights into acedia—a spiritual affliction akin to restlessness, apathy, or what some liken to modern depression—are deeply relevant to the Nativity Fast and our everyday lives.We’ll read the article together and explore how its wisdom calls us to confront spiritual struggles through prayer, care for others, and the disciplines that help us draw closer to God. This episode also includes an announcement about our podcast schedule during the fasting season and details about upcoming Patreon community calls.Key Points in This Episode:<ul><li>What is Acedia? Fr. Kostoff&apos;s explanation of acedia as spiritual torpor, its historical context from the Desert Fathers, and its relevance in modern life.</li><li>Reflections for the Nativity Fast: How the practices of prayer, stillness, and care combat restlessness and disengagement.</li><li>Podcast Hiatus Announcement: We’re pausing regular podcast recordings during the Nativity Fast to focus on family, prayer, and the sacred rhythms of this season. We’ll resume on New Year’s Eve.</li><li>Patreon Community Updates: Monthly video calls will continue for Patreon supporters. These casual, friendly calls are a great way to connect with the community during this hiatus.</li></ul>Resources Mentioned:<ul><li>Article by Fr. Steven Kostoff: &quot;<a href='https://www.oca.org/reflections/fr.-steven-kostoff/acedia-us-and-our-lenten-effort'>Acedia, Us, and Our Lenten Effort.</a>&quot;</li><li><a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>Support the podcast on Patreon</a> to join the monthly video calls.</li></ul>Stay Connected:<ul><li>Next Podcast Episode: New Year’s Eve, December 31</li><li>Join the Patreon Community: Participate in video calls and connect with like-minded individuals during this fasting season. <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>Learn more and sign up here.</a></li></ul>Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we embrace the spirit of the Nativity Fast. Wishing you a season filled with peace, prayer, and purpose!<a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth">Support the show</a>Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>patreon.com/allaroundgrowth</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Welcome to this special episode of the &lt;em&gt;All Around Growth&lt;/em&gt; podcast. As we enter the Nativity Fast, a sacred season of spiritual preparation, reflection, and renewal, we’ll be taking a brief hiatus from regular podcast recordings. Today’s episode centers around an article by Fr. Steven Kostoff, &lt;em&gt;&amp;quot;Acedia, Us, and Our Lenten Effort.&amp;quot;&lt;/em&gt; Although written with Great Lent in mind, the insights into &lt;em&gt;acedia&lt;/em&gt;—a spiritual affliction akin to restlessness, apathy, or what some liken to modern depression—are deeply relevant to the Nativity Fast and our everyday lives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’ll read the article together and explore how its wisdom calls us to confront spiritual struggles through prayer, care for others, and the disciplines that help us draw closer to God. This episode also includes an announcement about our podcast schedule during the fasting season and details about upcoming Patreon community calls.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Points in This Episode:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;What is &lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;Acedia&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Fr. Kostoff&amp;apos;s explanation of &lt;em&gt;acedia&lt;/em&gt; as spiritual torpor, its historical context from the Desert Fathers, and its relevance in modern life.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Reflections for the Nativity Fast:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;How the practices of prayer, stillness, and care combat restlessness and disengagement.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Podcast Hiatus Announcement:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;We’re pausing regular podcast recordings during the Nativity Fast to focus on family, prayer, and the sacred rhythms of this season. We’ll resume on New Year’s Eve.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Patreon Community Updates:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Monthly video calls will continue for Patreon supporters. These casual, friendly calls are a great way to connect with the community during this hiatus.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Resources Mentioned:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Article by Fr. Steven Kostoff: &lt;em&gt;&amp;quot;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.oca.org/reflections/fr.-steven-kostoff/acedia-us-and-our-lenten-effort'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Acedia, Us, and Our Lenten Effort.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt;&amp;quot;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;Support the podcast on Patreon&lt;/a&gt; to join the monthly video calls.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Stay Connected:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Next Podcast Episode:&lt;/b&gt; New Year’s Eve, December 31&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Join the Patreon Community:&lt;/b&gt; Participate in video calls and connect with like-minded individuals during this fasting season. &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;Learn more and sign up here.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we embrace the spirit of the Nativity Fast. Wishing you a season filled with peace, prayer, and purpose!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;patreon.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Welcome to this special episode of the All Around Growth podcast. As we enter the Nativity Fast, a sacred season of spiritual preparation, reflection, and renewal, we’ll be taking a brief hiatus from regular podcast recordings. Today’s episode centers around an article by Fr. Steven Kostoff, "Acedia, Us, and Our Lenten Effort." Although written with Great Lent in mind, the insights into acedia—a spiritual affliction akin to restlessness, apathy, or what some liken to modern depression—are dee...

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In today’s episode, we dive into the life and legacy of Saint John Chrysostom, one of the most eloquent and influential Early Church Fathers. From his humble beginnings to his impactful sermons, we’ll explore why he’s celebrated as “Chrysostom” or “golden-mouthed” and discuss his contributions, like the Divine Liturgy that continues to shape Christian worship today.Topics of Discussion:<ul><li>Early Life and Rise to Archbishop of Constantinople</li><li>Chrysostom’s eloquence in public speaking and his enduring influence on preaching</li><li>Denunciation of abuses of power in both the Church and Roman Empire</li><li>The Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom – Origins and significance</li><li>Relics of Chrysostom – The journey from Constantinople to Rome and back</li><li>John Chrysostom’s Legacy Today – Honored across Orthodox, Catholic, and Anglican traditions</li></ul>For listeners who want to explore more, check out these links:<ul><li><a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Divine_Liturgy'>Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom</a></li><li><a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/John_Chrysostom'>Biography of John Chrysostom on OrthodoxWiki</a></li><li><a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Three_Holy_Hierarchs'>The Three Holy Hierarchs</a></li><li><a href='https://antiochianprodsa.blob.core.windows.net/servicetexts/Nov%2013%20ORTHROS.pdf'>Festal Orthros</a> (The Synaxarion)</li><li><a href='https://www.antiochian.org/'>Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America</a></li></ul>Special Shoutouts Big thanks to our incredible Patreon subscribers Sean, Rachel, Kyriaki, and Brian. Your support is what makes these episodes possible! Also, a warm welcome to all our new listeners—thanks to your enthusiasm, we’ve seen a huge boost of over 500 new downloads this past month!Tune in to learn more about one of the Church’s greatest figures and discover what makes Saint John Chrysostom’s life and works resonate even today.<a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth">Support the show</a>Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ <a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'>patreon.com/allaroundgrowth</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In today’s episode, we dive into the life and legacy of Saint John Chrysostom, one of the most eloquent and influential Early Church Fathers. From his humble beginnings to his impactful sermons, we’ll explore why he’s celebrated as “Chrysostom” or “golden-mouthed” and discuss his contributions, like the Divine Liturgy that continues to shape Christian worship today.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Topics of Discussion:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Early Life and Rise to Archbishop of Constantinople&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chrysostom’s eloquence in public speaking&lt;/b&gt; and his enduring influence on preaching&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Denunciation of abuses of power&lt;/b&gt; in both the Church and Roman Empire&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom&lt;/b&gt; – Origins and significance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Relics of Chrysostom&lt;/b&gt; – The journey from Constantinople to Rome and back&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;John Chrysostom’s Legacy Today&lt;/b&gt; – Honored across Orthodox, Catholic, and Anglican traditions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;For listeners who want to explore more, check out these links:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Divine_Liturgy'&gt;Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/John_Chrysostom'&gt;Biography of John Chrysostom on OrthodoxWiki&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://orthodoxwiki.org/Three_Holy_Hierarchs'&gt;The Three Holy Hierarchs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://antiochianprodsa.blob.core.windows.net/servicetexts/Nov%2013%20ORTHROS.pdf'&gt;Festal Orthros&lt;/a&gt; (The Synaxarion)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.antiochian.org/'&gt;Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Special Shoutouts&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Big thanks to our incredible Patreon subscribers Sean, Rachel, Kyriaki, and Brian. Your support is what makes these episodes possible! Also, a warm welcome to all our new listeners—thanks to your enthusiasm, we’ve seen a huge boost of over 500 new downloads this past month!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in to learn more about one of the Church’s greatest figures and discover what makes Saint John Chrysostom’s life and works resonate even today.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ &lt;a href='https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth'&gt;patreon.com/allaroundgrowth&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In today’s episode, we dive into the life and legacy of Saint John Chrysostom, one of the most eloquent and influential Early Church Fathers. From his humble beginnings to his impactful sermons, we’ll explore why he’s celebrated as “Chrysostom” or “golden-mouthed” and discuss his contributions, like the Divine Liturgy that continues to shape Christian worship today. Topics of Discussion: Early Life and Rise to Archbishop of ConstantinopleChrysostom’s eloquence in public speaking and his endur...

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