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  • Episode 18: The Impact of a Father
    2025/07/19

    Episode 18: The Impact of a Father

    Theme: Presence, Lessons, and Legacy

    Image of a Father


    What we see in our fathers or father figures



    The power of a father's presence or absence



    The Heart of a Father



    Protection, provision, and play



    Vulnerability and emotional depth in fatherhood



    Lessons from a Father



    What did your father teach without speaking?



    A moment that still shapes you



    Legacy and the Impact of Being Fathered



    How we carry our father’s love, pain, or silence



    Healing the gaps, honoring the strengths



    How it shapes our parenting, relationships, and faith



    Mini Reflection Prompt:

    “What part of my father’s voice still echoes in my decisions today?”

    “Who shaped your idea of being a parent? And how are you rewriting that script in your own life?”



    Referenced Resources Recap:

    Zero to Three

    https://www.zerotothree.org



    American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

    https://www.aap.org

    https://www.healthychildren.org



    Brazelton Touchpoints Center

    https://www.brazeltontouchpoints.org



    Ellen Galinsky – The Breakthrough Years

    https://www.ellengalinsky.com/the-breakthrough-years



    Stages of Parenting – Galinsky's Model

    https://raisingchildren.net.au



    Fatherhood Initiative (Fatherhood.gov)

    https://www.fatherhood.gov

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    29 分
  • Episode 17: A Mother’s Reflection: Becoming and Becoming Again
    2025/07/17

    Episode 17: A Mother’s Reflection: Becoming and Becoming Again

    Longing to Become a Mother


    The first image we carry—internal hopes, societal messages, and personal desires



    Waiting, infertility, adoption, or unexpected motherhood stories



    The Birth and Early Years



    The shift in identity



    Exhaustion, joy, and forming attachments



    How time slows and speeds up in this stage



    The Middle Years



    Finding rhythms in parenting



    Lessons from mistakes and milestones



    Balancing nurturing with growing independence



    The Launching Season



    High school to college transitions



    Letting go vs. staying connected



    Grieving the shift, celebrating growth



    Mini Reflection Prompt:

    “Where am I in the mothering journey, and what image or memory is guiding me now?”

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    31 分
  • Episode 16: Creating a Vision Board for Life Goals
    2025/07/12

    Episode 16: Creating a Vision Board for Life Goals

    Why Vision Boards Matter

    The Power of Visualization

    Science shows that the brain reacts to visualization similarly to real experiences.



    Studies on athletes and high achievers show that visualizing success helps the brain create neural pathways that support achieving goals.



    When we see our dreams daily, we start making subconscious decisions to bring them to life.



    Success Stories & Personal Examples

    Oprah, Jim Carrey, and Steve Harvey have all publicly shared how vision boards helped them.



    I’ll share my own experience: How a vision board helped me align my life around my dreams for my family, my business, and my personal growth.



    The Difference Between Intention-Setting & Passive Dreaming

    A vision board is not magic—it won’t work if you don’t put in the action.



    The key is pairing visualization with action steps.



    Think of it like planting seeds: You still have to water them!




    Preparing for Your Vision Board

    Setting Intentions: Clarity Before Creativity

    Before we jump into creating, we need clarity.



    Take a few minutes to reflect on these questions:



    What are my top 3-5 life goals for this year?



    How do I want to feel in my daily life? (Successful, peaceful, strong, joyful?)



    What kind of legacy do I want to build?



    What are some dreams I’ve been afraid to speak out loud?



    Gathering Materials

    Physical Vision Board: Poster board, scissors, glue, magazines, printouts, affirmations, and personal photos.



    Digital Vision Board: Canva, Pinterest, or Google Slides (great for keeping your board on your phone).



    Other key elements:



    Inspirational quotes that align with your mindset shift.



    Action words like "Thrive," "Create," or "Build."



    Images that evoke emotions tied to your goals.




    Building Your Vision Board

    Choosing the Right Format

    Physical board: Ideal for hands-on creativity, hanging in a visible place.



    Digital board: Perfect if you travel a lot or want easy access on your phone.



    Breaking Down the Board Into Categories

    Organize your board by life areas:

    Career & Entrepreneurship



    What’s your dream job or business?



    What kind of work environment do you want?



    Example images: A home office setup, a networking event, an inspiring workspace.



    Family & Relationships



    How do you want to show up in your relationships?



    What kind of family moments do you want to create?



    Example images: Quality time with kids, date nights, family vacations.



    Health & Well-being



    What’s your ideal self-care routine?



    What physical or mental health goals do you have?



    Example images: Yoga, healthy meals, workout routines, peaceful nature spots.



    Personal Growth & Spirituality



    Books you want to read, skills you want to learn.



    Mindset shifts, spiritual goals.



    Example images: A bookshelf, a meditation space, a prayer journal.



    Finances &...

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    24 分
  • Episode 15: Crafting Your Vision Board for Life Goals – A Blueprint for Success
    2025/07/10

    Episode 15: Crafting Your Vision Board for Life Goals – A Blueprint for Success

    Why Vision Boards Matter

    The psychology behind visualization and manifestation

    How a vision board keeps you aligned with your goals


    Success stories of people who achieved goals through vision boards



    The difference between intention-setting and passive dreaming



    Preparing for Your Vision Board

    Setting intentions: Clarity before creativity



    Questions to ask yourself before starting:



    What are my top 3-5 life goals?



    How do I want to feel in different areas of my life?



    What legacy do I want to create?



    Gathering materials: Magazines, printouts, affirmations, quotes, and visuals



    Building Your Vision Board

    Physical vs. digital vision boards – choosing the best fit



    Breaking it down into categories:



    Career & Entrepreneurship



    Family & Relationships



    Health & Well-being



    Personal Growth & Spirituality



    Finances & Lifestyle



    The role of affirmations and action words



    Making It Work – Daily Connection & Action

    Where to place your vision board for maximum impact



    Rituals to reinforce your vision (morning reflections, journaling, etc.)



    Taking aligned action: How to use your vision board to set monthly goals



    Overcoming doubt and staying motivated



    Listener Engagement

    Personal challenge: Create and share your vision board with the community



    Encouragement to revisit and update your board throughout the year


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    20 分
  • 14 - Home for the Holidays Part 2: Navigating the Holidays Challenges
    2025/01/13

    Holidays come with both joys and challenges and we will share a few tips to support our journey during busy seasons. In the moment we can choose how to navigate the holidays and bring more joy into our busy lives.

    Today’s Episode Overview:

    Setting the pace for how we want to engage during stressful times

    Choosing joy in our everyday lives

    We have a choice in every matter

    How does it feel in my own body? Is it bringing me joy?

    Set boundaries for how you want to interact during stressful times.

    PART 1

    Strategies to connect with family members who are out of town.

    Virtual celebrations

    Virtual postcards

    Write letters

    Mail gifts

    Door Dash delivery

    Prioritizing your self care

    How much sleep do you need?

    What brings you joy?

    Setting up a puzzle for all to enjoy

    Journaling

    Mindfulness in activities

    Closing Thoughts

    Reflection: Being mindful of how

    Call to Action:

    What actions are you taking during the holidays, to support yourself? Make a list of your activities and new things to try like Hosting a friendsgiving event. Having a Charcuterie board party. What will you try this year?

    Show notes for In the Background of Life with Kelly Ramsey


    December Daily - Ali Edwards

    https://aliedwards.com/december-daily


    December Pause - Liz Lamoreux

    https://www.lizlamoreux.com/here-december-pause


    211 Helpline - Oklahoma

    https://oklahoma.gov/okdhs/library/resources/oklahomard211.html


    Therapy for Black Girls

    https://therapyforblackgirls.com/



    You can learn more about Kelly's expertise here:

    https://www.developpeople.org/





    You can find all My Favorite Podcast episodes here:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1LaSWXg7U5lAeUXykt7CNo?si=bed21ea1ddb045e6





    Thanks for listening!

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    13 分
  • 13 - Home for the Holidays: Celebrating the Connections that Matter
    2025/01/06

    This episode is all about the connections we make with ourselves during the holidays, personally and in the community. What is it to explore the emotions involved in celebrating the holidays? We will delve into the connections to family during a time of celebration and fellowship with those around us. Home for the Holidays is all about filling our lives with the things that matter most and the people we share them with.

    Today’s Episode Overview:

    What is home for the holiday?

    A place to rest and be comfy with those we love and share life with.

    Home

    A physical place

    A sense of well-being we create

    The people we share life with

    The experiences we share with those we care about

    Honoring family traditions

    Creating new traditions

    What does home mean to you?

    Nostalgia

    Special Moments


    “Home is not a place it’s a feeling” Cecilia Ahearn

    Closing Thoughts

    Reflection:

    Our time spent with family duing the holidays is priceless. Remember that we can always create new memories and most importantly, what we hold most dear the relationships we cultivate all year long.

    Call to Action:

    Create a list titled December Memories. Make a list of things you enjoyed during the holidays or celebrations you share as a family or your own personal memories. One simple act will bring back the memories of experiences shared.

    Show notes for In the Background of Life with Kelly Ramsey

    The Crumpet Shop

    https://thecrumpetshop.com/





    You can learn more about Kelly Ramsey here:

    https://www.developpeople.org/





    You can find all My Favorite Podcast episodes here:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1LaSWXg7U5lAeUXykt7CNo?si=bed21ea1ddb045e6



    After the show, join us for more conversation on our YouTube channel.

    https://youtube.com/@inthebackgroundoflife3194?si=q6FTIzXkpYWi9ttS



    Thanks for listening!

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    21 分
  • 12 - Gratitude Everyday
    2025/01/06

    A look at gratitude everyday and how to make experiences highlight the things that are most important in our lives. Gratitude happens everyday of every year. This episode was recorded in November but can be used anytime of the year.

    Today’s Episode Overview:

    30 days of gratitude

    A lifestyle of gratitude

    Focusing on gratitude shifts how we engage in life and live a meaningful life.

    Noticing with gratitude

    Living with gratitude

    30 days of gratitude - Family Friends and Community is an annual event that can be followed throughout the year, Stay connected to developpeople.org for each year's gratitude challenge.


    Topics:

    Week 1

    Gratitude for family

    Gratitude practices for the family

    Weekly gratitude challenge

    Week 2

    Gratitude for friends

    The science of gratitude and friendship

    Weekly gratitude exercise and tips

    Week 3

    Gratitude for community

    Importance of community

    Community connections

    Acts of gratitude for community

    Week 4

    Integrating gratitude into daily life

    January - The gratitude habit carrying it forward



    Closing Thoughts

    Reflection:

    Gratitude is essential to living a fruitful life.


    Call to Action:

    Join the gratitude challenge community on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/DevelopingPeopleInc/


    Create a gratitude ritual. Download our free guide at www.developpeople.org/gratitude


    Show notes for In the Background of Life with Kelly Ramsey


    Illustrated Faith - The art of noticing

    https://www.illustratedfaith.com/shop/devotional-art-of-noticing/


    Illustrated Faith - Gratitude

    https://www.illustratedfaith.com/shop/gratitude-documented-2024-cards-set/


    Goldmine and Coco Gratitude journal

    https://goldmineandcoco.com/





    You can learn more about Kelly's expertise here:

    https://www.developpeople.org/





    You can find all My Favorite Podcast episodes here:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1LaSWXg7U5lAeUXykt7CNo?si=bed21ea1ddb045e6







    Thanks for listening!

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    18 分
  • 11 - What is Hyggee?
    2024/11/05

    Episode 12 Title: What is Hygge?

    Today’s presentation is bringing in all of the warm feelings and focus on comfort. A danish word Hygee pronounced Hoo-gah is bringing all the vibes of Fall and comfort. The interesting thing is that we can create spaces and environments that support well-being no matter what the season.

    Let’s delve into what brings us comfort and care in our daily lives as parents, leaders, entrepreneurs, and leaders.


    Today’s Episode Overview:

    Finding comfort in simple things is a great way to navigate the world around us and to regain calm.


    Resource links:


    https://stampington.com/bella-grace-presents-the-cozy-issue-instant-download/



    You can learn more about Kelly's expertise here:

    https://www.developpeople.org/





    You can find all My Favorite Podcast episodes here:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/1LaSWXg7U5lAeUXykt7CNo?si=bed21ea1ddb045e6

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    26 分