app02 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:32:12 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Sorgatron Media Master Feed - Episodes Tagged with “Present Moment” https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/tags/present%20moment Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media is producing a series of Podcasts in the Entertainment, Music, and Technology genres. This is a feed of everything we do on a weekly basis for an all inclusive collection. Includes: Wrestling Mayhem Show, AwesomeCast, Rambling Movie Minute, Boss Battle, Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, S'eclairer Chatterbox, Good Morning, WWE RAW Wraup Up, Midweek War, Wrestling Game Show and Specials! en-us episodic Sorgatron Media Sorgatron Media is producing a series of Podcasts in the Entertainment, Music, and Technology genres. This is a feed of everything we do on a weekly basis for an all inclusive collection. Includes: Wrestling Mayhem Show, AwesomeCast, Rambling Movie Minute, Boss Battle, Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, S'eclairer Chatterbox, Good Morning, WWE RAW Wraup Up, Midweek War, Wrestling Game Show and Specials! no Sorgatron Media mike@sorgatronmedia.com Fishing Without Bait 529: A Reintroduction to Fishing Without Bait https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/39177 7a463d22-86cb-441a-accf-f53b74d0ef52 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full Sorgatron Media In Fishing Without Bait 529, Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike return to the heart of the show: living with intention instead of being trapped by expectations. They discuss emotional honesty, the courage to face uncomfortable truths, responding instead of reacting, and remembering that ultimately “we live by moments.” 20:11 no <p>What does it actually mean to <strong>fish without bait?</strong></p> <p>In Episode 529 of <em>Fishing Without Bait</em>, behavioral health therapist Jim Ellermeyer sits down with Producer Mike for a return to the fundamental ideas that have shaped the podcast through more than 500 episodes.</p> <p>At the center of the conversation is a simple relationship between expectations and serenity:</p> <p><strong>“The greater your expectations, the lower your serenity. The lower your expectations, the greater your serenity.”</strong></p> <p>Jim and Mike explore the difference between setting rigid expectations and setting intentions. An expectation can turn life into a pass/fail exercise where anything short of a particular outcome feels like failure. An intention gives us direction while allowing us to remain present, curious, and responsive to what actually happens.</p> <p>That leads to another question Mike asks himself: <strong>“What am I working so hard to get to?”</strong></p> <p>Jim's answer is equally simple: <strong>“There is no there.”</strong></p> <p>The conversation expands into emotional honesty and the ways people avoid uncomfortable truths. Jim challenges the automatic response of telling everyone we're “good” when we aren't—including situations where honesty with doctors, loved ones, recovery peers, or ourselves could make a meaningful difference.</p> <p>They also discuss the 12-step idea that <strong>“it's our secrets that keep us sick,”</strong> the discomfort involved in confronting fears and resentments, and the tendency to keep “kicking the emotional can down the road” instead of dealing with what is immediately in front of us.</p> <p>Mindfulness, as Jim and Mike describe it, isn't escaping daily life or spending hours in meditation. It is practical:</p> <p><strong>Paying attention on purpose.</strong></p> <p>It's pausing before reacting. Questioning assumptions. Making choices based on facts instead of beliefs. Recognizing how our words and actions affect others. And allowing our words to pass through three important gates:</p> <p><strong>Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?</strong></p> <p>The episode closes by returning to impermanence and non-attachment. Everything and everyone in our lives is shared with us temporarily. Rather than making life meaningless, that understanding can make the present more valuable.</p> <p>We don't live by years, months, weeks, days, or hours.</p> <p><strong>We live by moments.</strong></p> <p>Make this one count.</p> <h3>Continue the Journey</h3> <p>Subscribe to <strong>Fishing Without Bait</strong> on your favorite podcast player.</p> <p>Support the show and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon:<br> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait</a></p> <p>Pick up <strong>“Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”</strong>:<br> <a href="https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&amp;pageSize=4" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&amp;pageSize=4</a> </p> Jim Ellermeyer, Producer Mike, Michael Sorg, mindfulness, full impact mindfulness, recovery, 12 step recovery, wellness, mental health, emotional honesty, expectations, intentions, serenity, intentional living, present moment, paying attention on purpose, self awareness, personal growth, emotional regulation, compassion, resilience, spirituality, non attachment, impermanence, personal responsibility, difficult conversations, relationships, recovery podcast, wellness podcast, mindfulness podcast, acceptance, self reflection, living in the moment, responding versus reacting, letting go, healthy communication, awareness, creating yourself What does it actually mean to fish without bait?

In Episode 529 of Fishing Without Bait, behavioral health therapist Jim Ellermeyer sits down with Producer Mike for a return to the fundamental ideas that have shaped the podcast through more than 500 episodes.

At the center of the conversation is a simple relationship between expectations and serenity:

“The greater your expectations, the lower your serenity. The lower your expectations, the greater your serenity.”

Jim and Mike explore the difference between setting rigid expectations and setting intentions. An expectation can turn life into a pass/fail exercise where anything short of a particular outcome feels like failure. An intention gives us direction while allowing us to remain present, curious, and responsive to what actually happens.

That leads to another question Mike asks himself: “What am I working so hard to get to?”

Jim's answer is equally simple: “There is no there.”

The conversation expands into emotional honesty and the ways people avoid uncomfortable truths. Jim challenges the automatic response of telling everyone we're “good” when we aren't—including situations where honesty with doctors, loved ones, recovery peers, or ourselves could make a meaningful difference.

They also discuss the 12-step idea that “it's our secrets that keep us sick,” the discomfort involved in confronting fears and resentments, and the tendency to keep “kicking the emotional can down the road” instead of dealing with what is immediately in front of us.

Mindfulness, as Jim and Mike describe it, isn't escaping daily life or spending hours in meditation. It is practical:

Paying attention on purpose.

It's pausing before reacting. Questioning assumptions. Making choices based on facts instead of beliefs. Recognizing how our words and actions affect others. And allowing our words to pass through three important gates:

Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?

The episode closes by returning to impermanence and non-attachment. Everything and everyone in our lives is shared with us temporarily. Rather than making life meaningless, that understanding can make the present more valuable.

We don't live by years, months, weeks, days, or hours.

We live by moments.

Make this one count.

Continue the Journey

Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player.

Support the show and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait

Pick up “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”:
https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

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In Episode 529 of Fishing Without Bait, behavioral health therapist Jim Ellermeyer sits down with Producer Mike for a return to the fundamental ideas that have shaped the podcast through more than 500 episodes.

At the center of the conversation is a simple relationship between expectations and serenity:

“The greater your expectations, the lower your serenity. The lower your expectations, the greater your serenity.”

Jim and Mike explore the difference between setting rigid expectations and setting intentions. An expectation can turn life into a pass/fail exercise where anything short of a particular outcome feels like failure. An intention gives us direction while allowing us to remain present, curious, and responsive to what actually happens.

That leads to another question Mike asks himself: “What am I working so hard to get to?”

Jim's answer is equally simple: “There is no there.”

The conversation expands into emotional honesty and the ways people avoid uncomfortable truths. Jim challenges the automatic response of telling everyone we're “good” when we aren't—including situations where honesty with doctors, loved ones, recovery peers, or ourselves could make a meaningful difference.

They also discuss the 12-step idea that “it's our secrets that keep us sick,” the discomfort involved in confronting fears and resentments, and the tendency to keep “kicking the emotional can down the road” instead of dealing with what is immediately in front of us.

Mindfulness, as Jim and Mike describe it, isn't escaping daily life or spending hours in meditation. It is practical:

Paying attention on purpose.

It's pausing before reacting. Questioning assumptions. Making choices based on facts instead of beliefs. Recognizing how our words and actions affect others. And allowing our words to pass through three important gates:

Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?

The episode closes by returning to impermanence and non-attachment. Everything and everyone in our lives is shared with us temporarily. Rather than making life meaningless, that understanding can make the present more valuable.

We don't live by years, months, weeks, days, or hours.

We live by moments.

Make this one count.

Continue the Journey

Subscribe to Fishing Without Bait on your favorite podcast player.

Support the show and receive ad-free episodes on Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/c/fishingwithoutbait

Pick up “Learn to Fish Without Bait: A 365-Day Mindfulness Journal and Adult Coloring Book”:
https://www.lulu.com/shop/james-ellermeyer-lpc-ma-ncc-lpc/learn-to-fish-without-bait/paperback/product-6n9rd8.html?page=1&pageSize=4

]]> Fishing Without Bait 431: Vibroacoustic Therapy and String Theory with Craig Goldberg of InHarmony https://sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm/38701 165f4e56-3bcd-422a-a4fa-09be985a01f9 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Sorgatron Media full 11 Sorgatron Media In this enlightening episode of “Fishing Without Bait,” host Jim Ellermeyer continues his engaging conversation with Craig Goldberg, an innovative relaxation expert and the entrepreneur behind InHarmony. Craig shares his profound insights into vibroacoustic therapy, a groundbreaking method combining sound and vibration to promote relaxation and mental well-being. He discusses the critical role of the nervous system, emphasizing the importance of activating the parasympathetic nervous system to counteract chronic stress. Craig’s personal journey into wellness, sparked by his wife’s health challenges, offers a deep dive into the benefits of a holistic lifestyle, from dietary changes to mindfulness practices. Tune in to explore how technology and mindful living can transform your life and combat the pervasive myth of productivity. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or seeking a healthier, more balanced approach to life, this episode provides practical advice and inspiring perspectives. 27:56 no <p>In this enlightening episode of “Fishing Without Bait,” host Jim Ellermeyer continues his engaging conversation with Craig Goldberg, an innovative relaxation expert and the entrepreneur behind InHarmony. Craig shares his profound insights into vibroacoustic therapy, a groundbreaking method combining sound and vibration to promote relaxation and mental well-being. He discusses the critical role of the nervous system, emphasizing the importance of activating the parasympathetic nervous system to counteract chronic stress. Craig’s personal journey into wellness, sparked by his wife’s health challenges, offers a deep dive into the benefits of a holistic lifestyle, from dietary changes to mindfulness practices. Tune in to explore how technology and mindful living can transform your life and combat the pervasive myth of productivity. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or seeking a healthier, more balanced approach to life, this episode provides practical advice and inspiring perspectives.</p> <p>Find out about Craig Goldberg’s sound lounge and app at <a href="http://www.iaminharmony.com" rel="nofollow noopener">www.iaminharmony.com</a> </p> <p>Are you finding benefit from this show? &nbsp;We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! &nbsp;Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait" rel="nofollow noopener">www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait</a> !</p> <p>Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Youtube or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher! </p> relaxation, mindfulness, technology, mental health, InHarmony, anxiety relief, tech-assisted meditation, productivity, present moment, Craig Goldberg, Jim Ellermeyer, stress management, relaxation techniques, mindfulness practice, mental well-being In this enlightening episode of “Fishing Without Bait,” host Jim Ellermeyer continues his engaging conversation with Craig Goldberg, an innovative relaxation expert and the entrepreneur behind InHarmony. Craig shares his profound insights into vibroacoustic therapy, a groundbreaking method combining sound and vibration to promote relaxation and mental well-being. He discusses the critical role of the nervous system, emphasizing the importance of activating the parasympathetic nervous system to counteract chronic stress. Craig’s personal journey into wellness, sparked by his wife’s health challenges, offers a deep dive into the benefits of a holistic lifestyle, from dietary changes to mindfulness practices. Tune in to explore how technology and mindful living can transform your life and combat the pervasive myth of productivity. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety or seeking a healthier, more balanced approach to life, this episode provides practical advice and inspiring perspectives.

Find out about Craig Goldberg’s sound lounge and app at www.iaminharmony.com

Are you finding benefit from this show?  We appreciate any support with our Patreon page!  Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Youtube or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher!

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Find out about Craig Goldberg’s sound lounge and app at www.iaminharmony.com

Are you finding benefit from this show?  We appreciate any support with our Patreon page!  Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait !

Subscribe to our Podcast on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Youtube or look for it on your favorite Podcatcher!

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