What seems like a simple stretch of pavement beneath your feet is actually a carefully calibrated piece of engineering. This video takes a close-up look at the hidden features of urban sidewalks—slopes, textures, and transitions—that help direct water, ensure accessibility, and improve safety. By zooming in on the smallest details, we reveal how pedestrian infrastructure is far more than just a concrete slab. Every angle and surface plays a role in guiding stormwater runoff and supporting mobility in both ordinary and extreme conditions.We also explore the essential elements of inclusive urban design, such as curb cuts, tactile pavers, and compliance with accessibility regulations. These features aren't just thoughtful—they're vital components of a complex system designed for all users. From subtle sidewalk grading that keeps puddles away from doorways to raised patterns that help people with vision impairments navigate safely, the sidewalk becomes a microcosm of urban problem-solving. #UrbanDesign #SidewalkEngineering #InclusiveDesign #Infrastructure #ADACompliance #MicroEngineering #CurbCuts #TactilePavers #CityPlanning #PedestrianSafety

🎙️ Licensed and Unfiltered | Episode Title: Main Character Syndrome – The Rising Trend in Therapy Offices🎙️ This episode is powered by Therapedia — the AI assistant that helps therapists take notes faster, so we can focus on the work that matters most.In this episode of Licensed and Unfiltered, we dive into the viral TikTok phenomenon known as Main Character Syndrome — and how it’s showing up in therapy sessions across the country. From emotional disconnection in relationships to the glamorization of self-importance on social media, we unpack how this trend is impacting real people in real relationships.💬 Featuring:Personal stories and cautionary talesReal Reddit threads dissectedInsightful commentary from a licensed therapistThe difference between narcissism and learned self-centered behaviorTips for navigating relationships where one partner dominates emotional airtime📌 Topics Covered:What is Main Character Syndrome?Why it's trending in therapy and pop cultureEmotional equity and respect in relationshipsStrategies to manage self-focus and build empathyHow toxic advice on social media is hurting intimacyWhether you're navigating a one-sided relationship or just curious why this trend has therapists raising eyebrows, this episode breaks it all down — candidly and unfiltered.🧠 New Episodes ThursdaySpotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube📲 Follow us @LicensedUnfiltered for more behind-the-scenes and bonus content 🎧Submit any questions, show ideas, or complaints on our website at licensedandunfiltered.com🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more honest conversations about relationships, therapy, and being human.#MainCharacterSyndrome #LicensedAndUnfiltered #RelationshipAdvice #TherapyTalk #TikTokTrends #NarcissismVsSelfFocus #CouplesTherapy #EmotionalMaturity #ModernDating #PodcastClip #MainCharacterEnergy #LicensedTherapistPowered by Northern AZ Digital Marketing Support the show🎙️ Episode Footer 💬 Liked this episode? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify — it helps more people find Licensed and Unfiltered and keeps the conversations going. 🌐 Explore more: Visit licensedandunfiltered.com for show notes, free resources, and behind-the-scenes extras. 📲 Let’s connect: Follow us on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube @licensedandunfiltered for daily insights, mini-therapy moments, and sneak peeks of upcoming guests. 📩 Have a question or topic you’d love to hear covered? Submit it anonymously or send us a DM or submit them here — you just might hear it on a future episode. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday — hit follow so you never miss a session. — © 2025 Licensed and Unfiltered. All rights reserved. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment. Powered by Northern Arizona Digital Marketing (NADM).

What do the vows, “in good times and in bad” mean to you? Would you adhere to them in any situation? I brought this up on my SiriusXM radio program and invited callers to share their thoughts...Follow me on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin My Family!!Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE!Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com

Send us a textI went for a walk on the wild side and ended up falling into a pile of sh*t. But I'll tell you what I got out of it, aside from sore feet and 6.5 hours of suffering; resilience.You build resilience by doing hard things and in this episode I share what happened when I overestimated my hiking skills along with my ability to dress appropriately.You can see some snippets of the scenery, the troop of baboons we had to walk through and what a 44 year old looks like when they are eviscerated by a hike in a national park here. Procrastinators, this will change the way you show up for yourself and help you make serious progress in just 7 days. STOP putting your progress on the back burner LEARN how to set effective boundaries MAKE more progress in a week than you have in the last month Get instant access to STOP Procrastinating in 7 Days here. __________________________________________________________________________________________ If you know you want more from your life or career but you're totally stuck about where to start, I invite you to book a complimentary strategy call with me here. We'll uncover what's holding you back from the goals you want to achieve and you'll leave the call with actionable steps to get you moving in the right direction.For the tea on me, how I work, who I coach and the packages I offer, please visit my website - www.emmaobriencoach.comYou can also connect with me on Instagram @emmaobriencoach where I share an abundance of tools, strategies and brilliant content, you might also see the occasional dog.

Joy is your default, not a destination. Today’s affirmation reminds you to reclaim it, no matter what’s around you.Choose joy. Repeat daily. Let it guide your steps.Subscribe, share, and explore more at LiveAuthenticDaily.com.

Nobody loves feeling angry, sad, scared, or heartbroken—but guess what? Even the messiest emotions have their reasons for showing up. In this podcast, we dive into the wild world of unsavory emotions and uncover why they're actually trying to help us. Thanks for listening! Check out our Instagram page: Therapeutic Snacks (@therapeuticsnacks)

Remember when friendships used to feel effortless—like a team sport? But somewhere along the way, adult relationships started feeling more like an individual game. In this episode, I’m diving into why relationships change as we grow, and how to handle those changes with peace and maturity.We’ll unpack Mel Robbins’ powerful “Let Them” theory and explore the three biggest factors that impact adult friendships: time, energy, and proximity. Whether you’re struggling to maintain connections or feeling guilty about drifting apart from people, this episode will give you the clarity and freedom to let go without shame and focus on what matters most.Let Them Book Link: https://amzn.to/42vZX5t👉 In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ Why adult relationships naturally shift (and why that’s normal)✔️ What Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” approach can teach us about emotional freedom✔️ How to stop chasing people and start investing in aligned, life-giving connections💡 "Let them. If someone walks away, let them. Your peace comes from letting go of what you can’t control." – Mel Robbins🎧 Hit play now to redefine how you approach relationships in this season of your life—with grace, growth, and freedom.🔎Keywords: adult friendships, Mel Robbins Let Them theory, letting go of toxic people, adult relationships advice, why adult friendships fade, setting boundaries, friendship burnout, emotional growth, personal development, navigating relationships*******************************************Connect with Brooke:Online | www.brookeplack.comEmail | chat@brookeplack.comFacebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplackInstagram | @brookeplack*******************************************Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.comConnect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.comThe Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.orgThe Space • www.coworkthespace.com*******************************************Production by Clanton Creative  www.clantoncreative.comAll music is licensed through Premium Beat

In this episode, Bex shares her harrowing experience with PTSD following a sexual assault a decade ago. Nik and Eva discuss the internal struggles survivors face, including self-blame. Through a compassionate conversation, Bex is guided to understand that the assault was not her fault, helping her process the trauma and begin the journey to healing. The session highlights the importance of kindness, rejecting judgment, and empowering survivors to reclaim their lives. Bex's story provides hope to others navigating similar challenges, underscoring that recovery and empowerment are possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’re always thinking, planning, fixing, reacting… but when was the last time you actually felt present in your own life? This one’s for the woman who’s doing it all—and quietly running on empty.It’s your pause-and-reset moment when your brain feels like it’s juggling 47 tabs at once, and you’re caught in a loop of overthinking, anxiety, procrastination, or overwhelm.We’ll explore the quiet chaos of mental load, why waiting for calm never works, and how to reclaim space in your mind, body and life. You’ll learn what mental loops are, how they’re formed, why they drain you—and how to begin loosening their grip.This isn’t another time-management pep talk or hustle checklist. This is an invite of disruption. A call-in. Because if you’ve been waiting for life to calm down before doing more of what you love, with the people you love—it’s time to try a different way.This episode shows you how to begin having less chaos and more calm—right here, right now—in whatever phase of life or mess you’re in.You don’t need more hours in the day.You just need a different entry point.Want more follow on instagram or visit the website www.mindsetinmayhem.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mindsetinmayhem.substack.com

we're here to talk about staying on guard and setting yourself some boundaries when it comes to being in a toxic environment