Destinations

07/06/21 • 14 min

Ben and Travis once again come to you from a houseboat on Dale Hollow Lake in northeast Tennessee near the Kentucky border. Ben discusses the beauty of Celina, Tennessee area. Travis discusses the awesome congregations represented at the youth rally. Travis reminds everyone of the Golden Girls #SquadGoals mug. Ben is grateful for all the awesome things they get to do in service to the LORD. Travis talks about the BATify Freedom 5k and Fun Run this weekend (July 10, 2021). Travis opens up with his stay in Jamaica and follows it up with the one night stay in Singapore. Ben brings up that Singapore is one "fine city". Ben follows that up with his Scotland trip with Wess Howell and camping in a tent. On their return home they stayed in right next door to the Twin Towers. Travis speaks of his adventure on the sleeper car in India. Ben speaks to the beauty of the Himalayas. Ben and Travis wrap up the podcast speaking of some of their most visited and cherished places on the planet! Ben encourages you to join us at some of our events over the next few months. Find out more at www.benandtravis.com/about by scrolling down to the bottom of the page.

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
https://www.instagram.com/benandtravis

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

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
https://www.instagram.com/benandtravis

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Previous Episode

Practical Tips for Anxiety

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

This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Next Episode

A Maywood Journey with Pam Lenz

The guys kick off the episode discussing Maywood Christian Camp's impact on their lives and Pam Lenz' story of coming to attend Maywood. Pam shares an embarrassing story involving Travis inserting his foot straight into his mouth. The conversation transitions into Pam's favorite aspects of camp and how she loves discipling female campers to become teachers of the Word of God and being leaders. She shares her passion for teaching her campers and the way they encourage her. Travis brings up the Q&A portion of class time at camp and how challenging the female camper questions are. Ben brings up the glue and backbone of the church are the women who serve in so many capacities that often go unnoticed. Ben also talks about how much the adults benefit from a week at camp. Pam stresses the importance of her students being able to read God's Word and apply it in everyday life.

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