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Will returns to the podcast along with Ben and Travis. This brings out Travis' inner Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as he introduces Will. The guys talk about how they prefer their coffee or lack there of in Will's case. Ben gives us a little introduction into our discussion of anxiety. Ben encourages to determine the frequency and intensity of your anxiety. People with extreme anxiety need to see a counselor. He discusses the nature of anxiety. Travis mentions the importance of breathing properly, hand placement and being intentional about breathing. Travis laments that he didn't take Michael Rosenblum's idea to journal his journey in the hospital but has recently started in his blog posts. Ben also mentions how journaling helps you process the events, facts and how far you've come in the journey. It can also be valuable tool to your counselor and loved ones. Ben brings up being mindful and connection. Travis brings up coloring as a way to focus on what is in front of you. Ben says he draws and helps him enjoy the moment. Will discusses the importance of exercise in relieving his anxiety. Will especially enjoys walking with his wife. He mentions that some people find relaxation by getting in a "body of water" either going the beach or a shower. He also brings up the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are open to the existence of anxiety. The discussion even touches on knowing what you have control of and how that helps with anger management. Ben then poses the question "Is anxiety a sin?" and opens it up to Travis and Will's thoughts. All of the guys bring up Jesus' "Sermon on the Mount" but specifically Matthew 6 and 7. The guys then encourage you to reach out to us at facebook.com/groups/benandtravis and give some information about the July 2021 challenge.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.benandtravis.com
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
• https://www.benandtravis.com/friends
• https://ben-and-travis.creator-spring.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/donate/146233010630038/146233023963370/ (Ben)
• http://heroes.stjude.org/benandtravis83 (Travis)
• https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5830504&pg=personal&fr_id=131089&fbclid=IwAR1FeLzpff5j4FQf33y0eUMVH0bS1xh55bsWmXITJyoT00oYkra2fkqkJjI (Will)
• https://benandtravis.bigcartel.com/ (REGISTRATION FOR BATIFY 5K AND YOUTH GROUP CHALLENGE)
• https://www.benandtravis.com/tkm

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Ben and Travis share their favorite aspects of the moms they've known throughout their lives. Travis opens up the show talking about the newest podcast they've launched call "The Friday ReFresh" that releases every other Friday. Then they discuss the upcoming Freedom 5K and how Team Ben and Travis for the St. Jude run is growing everyday. Travis talks about the upcoming release date for his book "Reframing Hope" which releases today (https://www.amazon.com/Reframing-Hope-Travis-Creasy-ebook/dp/B09ZHG21S9/ref=sr_1_2?crid=99IS3H0PAQ7C&keywords=Reframing+Hope&qid=1651888187&sprefix=reframing+hope%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-2). Ben then talks about his Lads to Leaders convention experience and the upcoming Ministry League Experience at the end of the month.

The guys then discuss the importance of motherhood and the characteristics of God on display in mothers. Ben shares some scriptures and Travis talks about Jesus' mother, Mary. Then the guys talk about the different ways and different people who have poured into and invested in them growing up. Travis leads a prayer for all those who may be struggling through Mother's Day week. The guys then talk about the wonderful mothers to their own kids. The show wraps up with the guys sharing their favorite home cooked meals from their moms.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
• For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
• Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
• • The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
• Lads to Leaders: https://www.lads2leaders.com/
• Howell Wealth Management: http://gregoryahowell.nm.com/ Text Greg today at 931-638-1576

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The guys jump on the podcast to discuss some of Ben's favorite children books that help him with serving the kids at Mars Hill Bible School as a counselor. Ben discusses his vacation with his family and the need to rest up from vacation. Ben speaks to the positive of having two older kids who can help with the younger ones but sometimes they are the anti-heroes. Will praises those who work with little ones and leads to the different strategies of parenting between one child all the way up to five. The guys breakdown the importance of reading books and especially the ability to connect with characters in a book. Ben brings up Travis and Whitney's book "Reframing Hope: Our Journey Through Cancer, Adoption and Love" that is now available to preorder (https://www.benandtravis.com/store/p/reframing-hope) prior to discussing some of Ben's favorite books to help kids and adults relate. Ben asks Will what are some areas he might need help on being a dad and working with youth in the church. Ben then asks Travis about the areas he needs to improve on with his kids. Ben talks about the need to focus on empathy and equipping our kids with that "super power". The guys wrap up their discussion with what they are reading or listening to right now.

Links mentioned in this episode: *Checkout Ben's reading list, including books discussed in this episode and help the podcast: https://kit.co/BenandTravis/ben-s-recent-reading-list

• Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
• For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
• Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
• • The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995 *170 to go for 1,000 TikTok followers: https://www.tiktok.com/@benandtravis

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Will starts off the episode talking about his soreness from the dodgeball action. The elderstatesmen of the show adds a little salt to the wound. Travis mentions Will half court shot to tie the championship series at 2 games. Travis talks about the organization of the tournament and then the final four seeds. During the final four there were stipulations added. Will plots to steal the Golden Wrench Trophy from their fellow Highland Park team. Travis discusses the one "showdown" that occurred during the action. The guys begin to thank those who supported as sponsors. Travis shares the levels that he and Ben reached. Ben will be wearing neon for this St. Jude weekend run. Everyone who donates to Travis' run will get to put an option on the Wheel of Will. He will spin the wheel sometime in November.

Donate to Team Ben and Travis for St. Jude here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?fr_id=137507&pg=team&team_id=272930

Watch the tournament replay here: https://youtu.be/sEHIaJ9Xd3g Get the official tournament shirt here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/p/stayin-alive-disco-dodgeball-shirt

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
• For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
• Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
• • The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995

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College and Career Advisor Whitney Creasy joins the podcast again to share some insights on how to organize and reduce stress during Senior year. Ben joins the conversation from the road and asks The Friday ReFresh Question of the Day about where the planning process should be at this point in the year. Will follows that up with the action items from October through Christmas. Whitney also discusses the steps needed in the Spring leading up to graduation and how she relaxes during down time. Travis encourages everyone to join our "28 Days of Focused Living" challenge in our private facebook group (link below). Will encourages our listeners to share the episode with parents and members of the class of 2023.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
• For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
• Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
• The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
• Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790
• Send Greg Howell at Northwestern Mutual a text at 931-638-1576
• Scholarship Finder: https://www.fastweb.com/
• HOLLAND CODE CAREER TEST https://www.truity.com/test/holland-code-career-test
• MAPP Career Test https://www.assessment.com/
• Career Explorer https://www.careerexplorer.com/career-test/
• MyMajors https://www.mymajors.com/
• Personal Values Assessment https://www.valuescentre.com/tools-assessments/pva/
• Work Interest Wizard https://workinterestwizard.com/

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