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RAF154: Cortisol, Stress, and Belly Fat

This is the sixth and final episode in a series on brain chemicals which started with Episode 139 (http://RunningAFEVER.com/139). See episode 139 for an overview of these chemicals based on Simon Sinek’s speech “Why Leaders Eat Last”. Cortisol is known as the stress hormone. It is the first stage of ‘fight or flight’ process. It…

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TOS071: Sharing Your Witness – Sharing the Abundant Life (Part II)

There is a blessing that comes forth when those who seek the Face of God share what they have been given. This includes sharing your witness. In this episode, Patti Brunner will give you pointers in preparing your witness and the benefits of Sharing the Abundant Life. Stewardship is not a ‘to do’ that we…

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RAF153: Why is Oxytocin Called the Love Drug

This is the fourth in a series on brain chemicals. See Episode 139 “Brain Chemistry” for an overview on how these chemicals fit into our survival as a species. (http://RunningAFEVER.com/139). To review, oxytocin is associated with love, trust, and friendship. It is triggered by physical contact, hugging, shaking hands, acts of human generosity (witnessed, received…

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RAF152: Seratonin the Bling Drug

This is the third in a series of episodes going into detail on the five brain chemicals I summarized in Episode 139 on brain chemistry (http://RunningAFEVER.com/139). A summary of what we already know from that episode: 1. Seratonin is what some call the leadership chemical, associated with pride, status, recognition. 2. It’s why we have…

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TOS070: Receiving Blessings by Sharing the Abundant Life (Part I)

Blessing comes forth when those who seek the Face of God share what they have been given. Patti Brunner shares how she learned to test the Lord per Malachi 3:10 and how the Lord responded with blessings and an abundant life. This story of learning to trust God through tithing shows the fulfillment of the…

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RAF151: Dopamine the Natural Fun Drug

This is the second in a series of episodes going into some detail about the brain chemicals discussed first in Episode 139 (http://RunningAFEVER.com/139). In review, dopamine: 1. Comes from accomplishment, crossing things off a to-do list; it makes sure we get things done. 2. This is why we need to write down goals. When we…

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TOS068: Pentecost

The history of Pentecost and the charismatic movement that is taking place today is presented by Truth of the Spirit with Patti Brunner. “Pentecost History: Yesterday, Today, & Tomorrow”. Truth of the Spirit asks you, “Can you imagine the impact of the Holy Spirit reuniting with man? The restoration of eternal life? The restoration of…

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RAF146: We Do This Together

I take an afternoon and go to Devil’s Den State Park on a TUESDAY! It’s great weather and a special treat. I’m back in the gym, getting back after about a month off due to an ankle injury. I’m also trying out the first aircraft in the Running: A FEVER aviation department. Be sure to…

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TOS067: Lenten Logos VII – Kingdom

Final episode of the Lenten Logos series on Truth of the Spirit with Patti Brunner. Jesus came upon the earth to restore you to the heavenly kingdom. Jesus came to give freedom to the captives—even those who have created their own prison and those who are oblivious to the fact that they are not free…

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RAF145: Easy Thai Basil Beef Meal Prep Recipe

Today we’re going to make Thai Basil Beef. With only 6 ingredients and about 30 minutes to make 4 servings, it’s a simple, spicy addition to your meal prep repertoire. I’m trying to help make it easier for you to eat healthy. You CAN stick to a diet, and if you use these recipes and the…

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