Jo Bird and a Placitas Thunder Storm. Thunder Storm and then 3 Hours of Rain
Release Date: 06/28/2023
JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 15 - SIMPLICITY
Jim Bratton Podcast
A focused reflection on doing less, removing the unnecessary, and recovering clarity through simplicity
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 14 - ACCEPTANCE
Jim Bratton Podcast
A practical Stoic reflection on accepting reality first so energy can return to action and response.
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 13 - INNER RETREAT
Jim Bratton Podcast
A calm reflection on returning inward for stillness, even when the outer world remains noisy
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 11 - FREEDOM
Jim Bratton Podcast
A brief reflection on Stoic freedom as self-mastery: the ability to pause, govern impulse, and choose deliberately.
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Focus Your Inner Bitch: Episode 15 Mary Buys Her Own House
Jim Bratton Podcast
In Episode 15 of Focus Your Inner Bitch — The Mary Bratton Story, Mary tells the story of buying her first house in Houston’s Eastwood area in 1978 — with a $5,000 401(k) payout, a brick bungalow, a fireplace, a garage, and barely enough money left to eat. From hand-planting grass in the front yard to working part-time at Lord & Taylor, Mary built a life on her own terms. And then, through a neighborhood civic association meeting, she met Jim. This is where Mary’s story begins turning into their story.
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 10 — PERSPECTIVE
Jim Bratton Podcast
In this episode of Stoic Minute, Jim Bratton reflects on the Stoic practice of stepping back and seeing life from a wider view. Much of what troubles us grows larger because we stand too close to it. Perspective does not erase difficulty, but it can restore proportion. From a greater distance, anger, worry, pride, and fear often lose some of their power. A short Stoic reflection on perspective, proportion, and the discipline of seeing clearly.
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 09 — MORTALITY
Jim Bratton Podcast
In this episode of Stoic Minute, Jim Bratton reflects on the Stoic reminder that mortality is not meant to frighten us, but to wake us up. Marcus Aurelius returns again and again to the shortness of life. Not as gloom, but as clarity. When we remember that time is limited, small irritations shrink, priorities sharpen, and the present becomes more valuable. A short Stoic reflection on mortality, perspective, and living with greater attention while we still have time.
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 08 — ANGER
Jim Bratton Podcast
In this episode of Stoic Minute, Jim Bratton reflects on Marcus Aurelius’ warning that “the best revenge is not to be like your enemy.” Anger can feel powerful, but it often gives away control. In reacting, we may become the very thing we oppose. A short Stoic reflection on anger, restraint, and the discipline of choosing who we become in the moment of provocation.
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JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 07 — THE PRESENT
Jim Bratton Podcast
In this episode of Stoic Minute, Jim Bratton reflects on Marcus Aurelius’ reminder to “confine yourself to the present.” The mind often drifts backward into memory or forward into anticipation. But when attention returns to what is directly in front of us, the day becomes manageable again. A short reflection on presence, attention, and the Stoic practice of staying with what is actually happening.
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Galveston on the Map: Amber Calderon and the Discovery Map Story
Jim Bratton Podcast
Amber Calderon, owner/operator of Galveston Discovery Map, talks with Jim Bratton about taking over the familiar island map, distributing 300,000 print copies a year, expanding reach beyond Galveston, and pairing the printed map with a geolocation-based app for advertisers and visitors. Website: discoverymap.com/destination/Galveston-tx/ Instagram/Facebook: @galvestondiscoverymap App available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Behind the Scenes Video.
info_outlineJo Bird adds her creative presence to a Binaural recording of a Placitas, NM September Thunderstorm. The Blend of Natural and Mystical blends with the intellectual brain scrubbing of a thunderous opening that tapers to 8 hours of soothing rain. Cleanse your mind and and drift into calming rest. Put on headphones for the full three dimensional impact of binaural sound or via speaker for a room filling ambient.