The 1Life Podcast with Behka White

Episode 144 - Showing up for Christmas

Welcome back to the 1life podcast! I’m Behka White, and this is Episode 144: Showing up for Christmas. In this episode, we talk about how the holiday season acts as a magnifying glass for all your emotions—whether it's joy or stress. We'll explore why it can feel hard to show up as your best self and introduce the simple, powerful STOP practice to help you manage your power, stay grounded, and choose how you will navigate the festive season. You can choose how you show up!

Episode 143 - The Real Point

Welcome back to the 1life podcast! Have you ever wondered what truly matters at the end of it all? In this episode, "The Real Point," Behka White shares an encounter from her work as a hospice chaplain. You'll hear a profound piece of wisdom from a grieving widower that transcends cultures and generations, revealing why our relationships—especially our most intimate ones—are the ultimate purpose of life.

Episode 142: You are Fearfully and Wonderfully Made

In this episode, Behka reflects on Psalms 139:14, stating, "I will praise thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works." She emphasizes that God's works are marvelous, and humans, as His creations, are fearfully and wonderfully made, full of light, truth, goodness, strength, potential, and genius. She explains that being "fearfully made" signifies that our body, mind, and spirit all testify of a divine creator, leading to reverential awe and profound respect for God's power and glory.

Episode 141: The Gap

Well hello there, and welcome back to the 1life podcast! I'm Behka White, and this is Episode 141: The Gap. In this episode, we discuss how a 13-year-old's struggle with a new responsibility highlights that life is a continuous exercise in stretching and growth. We explore the concept of "gaps" as sacred spaces for learning and becoming, and how Jesus Christ performs miracles in these gaps. Drawing inspiration from President Thomas S. Monson, we are reminded that we are God's ultimate miracle, with big plans that require these stretching seasons. Join me as we learn to recognize and embrace the divine invitations within our gaps.

Episode 140 - Ship It!

Welcome back to the 1life podcast. I’m Behka White and this is Episode 140 - Ship it. Today I’m sharing a composite book review, challenging the idea of born genius and highlighting the 10,000-hour rule for expertise. I'll also discuss Seth Godin's quote, "Ship often. Ship lousy stuff, but ship," and how it relates to overcoming imposter syndrome and refining your craft.

Episode 139 - The Stairwell

Welcome back to the 1life podcast! I'm Behka White, and this is Episode 139: "The Stairwell." In this episode, we reflect on the powerful poem "Meet Me in the Stairwell" by Stacey Randall, shared by my friend Rabbi Steve in commemoration of 9/11. The poem offers a profound message of God's presence and unwavering love, even in our darkest moments. Join me as we explore the comforting truth that no matter where our journey takes us, we are never alone, and God's love can always find us.

Episode 138 - The 42 Day Challenge

In Episode 138, Behka commemorates her son Josiah's birthday, who would have been 18. Josiah, born with a rare genetic disease, lived for only 42 days. Despite being told he wouldn't survive, Josiah showed a relentless will to live, leaving a lasting impact on the family. His 42 days were filled with lessons about life, death, pain, love, grief, and family bonds. To honor Josiah, Behka reissues the "42 Day Challenge," prompting listeners to reflect on how they are using their "big chance at life."
 
She then shifts to discuss finding one's "life's work," referencing Moses at the burning bush and the idea that God has a work for everyone. To guide this, she shares four principles from Elder John C. Pingree Jr.: (1) Focus on Others, (2) Discover and Develop Talents and Spiritual Gifts, (3) Make Use of Adversity, and (4) Rely on God. Behka suggests that listeners are likely already engaged in their life's work and encourages them to use the 42-day challenge for intentional recentering and motivation. The invitation is to choose something important and work at it relentlessly for 42 days.

Episode 137 - Happy Mother's Day

Welcome back to the 1Life podcast! In Episode 137, Behka celebrates Mother's Day and reminds us that motherhood, like life, is beautifully imperfect. She shares a funny, relatable story about a parenting 'fail' involving her son and his ukulele. This anecdote illustrates the point that no parent is perfect, and those imperfections don't ruin our kids. Behka emphasizes that we all have a perfect Mother in Heaven and encourages mothers to embrace their imperfections and allow the Savior to fill in the gaps. She reminds all mothers that their work is important, they make a difference, and they're doing better than they think they are. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to mothers everywhere, celebrating their efforts and offering encouragement.

Episode 136 - Enduring to the End

In Episode 136 of the 1life podcast, Behka discusses the concept of "Enduring to the End." She connects this idea to her personal experience with her son Jonah's passing.
Behka shares that when Jonah was very ill, she considered turning off his oxygen to end his suffering, but ultimately decided not to. She describes how choosing to let Jonah live his last day led to a day filled with joy, love, and creating special memories with their family. This experience taught her that even amidst hardship, there is joy available, and that enduring to the end can bring blessings and rewards that cannot be gained any other way.
Behka encourages listeners facing challenges not to give up and "peel out early," but to choose to endure and look for the joy available on the way. She references James 5:11, "Behold, we count them happy which endure," suggesting that happiness can be found through perseverance.

Episode 135 - Life is Precious

In Episode 135 of the 1life podcast, Behka discusses her role as a hospice chaplain and the concept of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in Colorado. Professionally she supports her patients' decisions, and personally, she holds a differing belief system. 
 
Behka believes God determines the day of birth and death, and choosing to end life prematurely interrupts an intended progression. She also believes the body is an essential part of the soul, and its separation at death is a form of bondage for the spirit until the resurrection.
 
She emphasizes the preciousness of life and invites listeners to take a moment to feel the joy of being alive, to breathe in positivity and release negativity. She encourages listeners to hug loved ones and express how precious life is.