The 1Life Podcast with Behka White

Episode 105 - Rat Park

Episode 105 of the 1life podcast with Behka White discusses the importance of human connection for mental health and well-being. It references a study where rats isolated in cages with heroin water became addicted, but when placed in a stimulating "rat park" with other rats, they ignored the heroin. The episode emphasizes that humans, like rats, need social interaction and connection to thrive. Behka encourages listeners to examine their own "human park" and consider their connections with others, suggesting that strengthening these connections can improve mental health. The episode concludes with an invitation to create a fulfilling and connected life.

Episode 104 - Monday Mindset: Waiting

Episode 104 of the 1life podcast with Behka White, titled "Monday Mindset- Waiting," discusses the concept of waiting as a sacred space. Host Behka White draws inspiration from Sister Tracy Browning's teachings, emphasizing that waiting can be a time of spiritual growth and conditioning. Behka, who admits to being impatient by nature, explores the idea of transforming waiting periods into opportunities for connection with the Lord. She references Isaiah 40:31, which promises renewed strength to those who wait upon the Lord. The episode concludes with an invitation to view waiting spaces as sacred, filled with potential and joy.

Episode 103 - Peace

Episode 103 of the 1life podcast with Behka White focuses on the emotion of peace. It begins by recapping previous discussions on emotions, emphasizing their purpose in both physical and spiritual journeys. The episode highlights that the Holy Spirit often communicates through emotions like love, joy, gratitude, and generosity, which can guide us towards better choices. It contrasts these with negative emotions like fear, despair, and hate, which are not from the Holy Spirit. The episode concludes by emphasizing that peace is unique as it can only come from Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit, and invites listeners to feel the Savior's peace. Behka's prayer and blessing for listeners is that they feel this peace and remember their beloved status in the human family.

Episode 102 - JOY

Episode 102 of the 1life podcast with Behka White focuses on the topic of joy. Host Behka White discusses Brené Brown's definition of joy as the most vulnerable emotion, comprised of beauty, fragility, gratitude, and impermanence. Behka emphasizes that a joyful life isn't a constant stream of joy but rather joyful moments strung together by trust, gratitude, inspiration, and faith. She also highlights the importance of modeling joy for children, especially for followers of Jesus Christ. The episode concludes with an invitation to seek out joy, express it, and find it in Christ, regardless of life's imperfections.

Episode 101 - Never Admire Quietly

In Episode 101 host Behka White shares a quote from Chimamanda Adichie expressing the importance of speaking words of admiration and appreciation to people when we have the opportunity. Behka invites listeners to follow the Adichie's practice to never admire quietly. 

Episode 100 - Feel It to Heal It

n Episode 100 of the 1life podcast, titled "Feel it to Heal it", Behka White discusses the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions for healing and personal growth. She emphasizes that avoiding or suppressing emotions can hinder healing and explains that emotions are physiological responses to our thoughts about our environment. Behka highlights the concept that emotional responses last approximately 90 seconds, and any prolonged emotional state is a choice. She encourages listeners to embrace their emotions, both positive and negative, and to allow themselves to fully experience life. Behka concludes by inviting listeners to feel their feelings as a path to healing and letting go.

Episode 99 - Name It to Tame It

Episode 99 of the 1life podcast, titled "Name it to Tame it", discusses the importance of emotional intelligence. Host Behka White explains how emotions can be overwhelming and how they were viewed negatively in her childhood. She introduces the "feelings wheel" as a tool to better understand and identify emotions. The wheel is divided into three sections: the inner circle with basic emotions, the middle ring with more specific emotions, and the outer ring with nuanced emotions. By using the wheel, individuals can move from a general sense of their emotions to a more precise understanding, which can improve communication, emotional management, and self-awareness. Behka shares a personal example of how naming her resentment helped her establish healthy boundaries. She encourages listeners to explore the feelings wheel and model emotional awareness for their children.

Episode 98 - Focus Forward

Episode 98 of the 1life podcast, titled "Focus Forward", uses a tennis metaphor to discuss the importance of letting go of past mistakes and focusing on the present moment. Behka White recounts a story of her husband losing a tennis match after being ahead, and his partner's wisdom that "the only point that matters is the next point". Behka relates this to life, emphasizing that dwelling on past mistakes can lead to a downward spiral, while focusing on the present allows for new opportunities. She highlights that even the great tennis player Roger Federer only won 54% of his points, demonstrating that success is possible even with setbacks. The overall message is to let go of the past, focus on the present, and keep moving forward.

Episode 97 - Fear Not

In Episode 97, host Behka White shares Isaiah 41:10 which states, "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." She then invites listeners to rely on the Lord and fear not. 

Episode 96 - Blue Baby

Episode 96 of the 1life podcast with Behka White, titled "Blue Baby," discusses the documentary film "Blue Baby," which follows the lives of eight formerly incarcerated youth at Boys Town, a prison alternative founded by Father Edward Flanagan. The film explores the challenges these young people face as they work towards high school graduation and reintegration into society. Behka highlights the film's powerful message of hope and the importance of separating bad behavior from the individual. She emphasizes that all behavior is learned and advocates for a shift towards love and skill-building with accountability in addressing problematic behavior. Behka concludes by recommending the film and encouraging listeners to adopt a mindset of understanding and support for those who have made mistakes.