#InspireChange
True leaders aren’t driven by money or chasing the spotlight.
They are moved by a deep love for justice and a genuine care for humanity.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Let that sink in.
#MLK #Justice #Humanity #RealLeadership #InspireChange
January 19, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by reflecting on his vision for a more unified and equitable world. Let’s continue to work together to inspire change and support one another in our local communities.
#MLKDay #InspireChange #DreamBig #Community #DayOfService #DreamTogether
January 19, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. King today! Grateful for his dream and inspired to keep it shining bright.

#MLKDay #MartinLutherKingJr #CelebrateTheDream #UnityAndHope #InspireChange
January 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Inspire Change with Gunter SEASON 8-314 Welcome to Season 8
Happy New Year 2026! We are back and welcome to SEASON 8 of Inspire Change with Gunter. In this episode, Gunter introduces the concept of the evolving self, focusing on the importance of understanding the difference between respect and safety in relationships. He guides listeners through a reflective exercise aimed at identifying personal triggers and responses to feelings of disrespect. The session includes breathing techniques to help downshift the nervous system and emphasizes the practice of using a repair sentence to facilitate better communication and relationship dynamics. The overall goal is to foster personal growth and emotional intelligence.  Takeaways The evolving self is about personal growth and understanding. Respect and safety are not the same thing. Identifying triggers can help in managing responses. Breathing techniques can aid in emotional regulation. A repair sentence can facilitate better communication. Practicing honesty is crucial in relationships. Downshifting the nervous system is essential before responding. Reflection on past experiences can provide insights. Choosing simple, effective communication is key. Building an evolving self requires consistent practice. Titles - Understanding the Evolving Self - Navigating Respect and Safety Sound Bites - "What did you believe was at stake?" - "The long exhale is the point." - "One repair sentence practice." Gratitude Hello to all our listeners, we thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter’s efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us.  This week we are taking a look at the Global Listeners List. We would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Japan! Maebashi (mah-eh-BAH-shee),  Osaka (ow-SAH-kuh), and  Yokohama (yoh-kuh-HAH-muh),  you brought your country up to #1 on our Global Listeners List! Congratulations!  Last but not least, during the holidays, Inspire Change reached over 160 thousand digital downloads! We cannot thank you all enough for getting us closer to our 200 thousand a week goal.  We thank you so much for your continued support and we appreciate your efforts to support positive social change!  I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter. Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information. As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change
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January 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
A small pause can change everything. As we launch Season8 of #InspireChange w/ Gunter @goodmengreat.bsky.social we’re sharing a simple practice — an invitation to #SlowDown #breathe choose w/intention. Practice begins here. 🌿https://www.patreon.com/posts/simple-reset-for-148177979
January 14, 2026 at 6:31 AM
"Be the change you wish to see." #InspireChange #Motivation #LegacyDrop #RestorationArc
January 13, 2026 at 5:13 AM
It’s incredible what can happen when you decide to take charge of your life. Push past the limits you’ve set and rise to new heights. Each moment is a new beginning filled with endless possibilities. The power to transform your life is within you! #TransformYourLife #ReachForTheStars #InspireChange
January 12, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Every great transformation begins with a single step. Don't let fear hold you back from chasing your dreams! Remember, change is the catalyst for growth. So take that leap today and discover your true potential! 💪🌈 #MotivationMonday #ChangeIsGood #InspireChange
January 11, 2026 at 2:46 PM
🌍Retreat for Social Change
📍 Morocco
🗓️ 31 August - 6 September, 2026

⚖️ Aiming for a balance between places for Global North & Global South, latter subsidised according to individual circumstances (awesome!).

Details & register interest:
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January 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM
🌍Retreat for Social Change
📍 Morocco
🗓️ 31 August - 6 September, 2026

⚖️ Aiming for a balance between places for Global North & Global South, latter subsidised according to individual circumstances (awesome!).

Details & register interest:
🔗 www.creativewritingforsocialchange.com/retreat
January 9, 2026 at 11:50 AM
✨We're collaborating with an expert facilitator in active dialogue between religions & cultures, promoting shared values & facilitating difficult conversations, on this first

🌍Retreat for Social Change
📍Morocco
🗓️31 August - 6 September, 2026
Details🔗 www.creativewritingforsocialchange.com/retreat
January 9, 2026 at 11:20 AM
Albert Einstein: "The world as we have created it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking..." #InspireChange 🌊 #NewBeginnings
January 3, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Yelling and "breaking things" to change the world? Avram (Abraham) tried it. It failed. 🤷‍♂️
The true power? Kindness and radical welcoming. That’s what inspired a migration of new believers. Stop screaming, start showing love. ❤️
#KindnessWins #InspireChange #LoveOverCriticism
December 29, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Joni Holifield, Founder & Executive Director of Heart Smiles, is the Ravens' 2025 Inspire Change Changemaker.

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December 19, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Check out Neighbor Voices by Share Food Share Love to hear personal stories from our community and volunteers. Discover local challenges, successes, and find inspiration to get involved.

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December 19, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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December 18, 2025 at 10:08 AM
AsWeClose Season7 #Finale of #InspireChange w/ @goodmengreat.bsky.social
A moment for #reflection, #gratitude, and #whatsnext. 💛
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If it resonates, please #like & #subscribe on YouTube.
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Inspire Change with Gunter 7-313 | Season 7 Finale: Reflections, Growth & What’s Next
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December 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
📣 New Podcast! "Inspire Change with Gunter 7-313 | Season 7 Finale: Reflections, Growth & What’s Next" on @Spreaker #gunterswoboda #happyholidays #inspirechange #makinggoodmengreat #masculinity #meaningfulconversations #men #patreon #personalgrowth #philosophy #psychology #realtransformation
Inspire Change with Gunter 7-313 | Season 7 Finale: Reflections, Growth & What’s Next
This week on Inspire Change in this final episode of season seven, Gunter Swoboda reflects on a recent tragedy and its impact on community dynamics. He discusses the importance of inner work (the micro) for personal growth and emotional development, contrasting it with the broader societal issues (the macro) that stem from a lack of emotional maturity. Gunter recaps the themes of the season, emphasizing the need for men to reject harmful societal norms and embrace vulnerability. He introduces upcoming projects for season eight, including a focus on practical skills and the launch of a Patreon to support ongoing work. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to take meaningful steps towards personal transformation.  Takeaways - The micro is where the real action begins. - Most men are trying to survive and feel competent. - Intimacy can feel like work due to societal pressures. - Emotional development is crucial for societal health. - Men often trade vulnerability for dominance. - Season seven challenged simplistic narratives about masculinity. - The upcoming season will focus on practical skills. - Patreon will provide tools for ongoing personal work. - Intimacy must be examined beyond patriarchal norms. - Personal transformation requires actionable steps. Sound Bites - "Most men are not trying to be cruel." - "You can't out think this, you outgrow it." - "Who you become when you stop living a script." Reflections on Tragedy and Community Divisiveness The Micro: Inner Work and Personal Growth The Macro: Societal Issues and Emotional Developmen Season Seven Recap and Future Directions Introducing Season Eight and Patreon Closing Thoughts  Call to Action Get your copy of Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's new book: Making Good Men Great Surfing the New Wave Of Masculinity Special Edition: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=Ow2HhlFDbFjPEmN7n81q2RuJl5czASIU1xJXmSGqXzp Join our Patreon to continue the conversation—through deeper insight, growth, and exclusive content:  https://www.Patreon.com/InspireChange Takeaways - The micro is where the real action begins. - Most men are trying to survive and feel competent. - Intimacy can feel like work due to societal pressures. - Emotional development is crucial for societal health. - Men often trade vulnerability for dominance. - Season seven challenged simplistic narratives about masculinity. - The upcoming season will focus on practical skills. - Patreon will provide tools for ongoing personal work. - Intimacy must be examined beyond patriarchal norms. - Personal transformation requires actionable steps. Sound Bites - "Most men are not trying to be cruel." - "You can't out think this, you outgrow it." - "Who you become when you stop living a script." Chapters 00:00 Reflections on Tragedy and Community Divisiveness 03:05 The Micro: Inner Work and Personal Growth 06:00 The Macro: Societal Issues and Emotional Development 08:48 Season Seven Recap and Future Directions 11:54 Introducing Season Eight and Patreon 15:03 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action Mid-Episode Break is brought to you by Distil Union. “You know, on this show we talk a lot about living with purpose — slowing down, paying attention, and being intentional about the choices we make every day. Because when we simplify the noise around us, we can better hear what really matters: empathy, connection, and showing up as the best version of ourselves. That’s why I’m genuinely pleased to welcome our newest sponsor, Distil Union. Their philosophy aligns beautifully with what we do here.”  “Distil Union creates sleek, thoughtfully designed essentials — wallets, key organizers, phone cases — all built with a ‘less is more’ approach. Their Wally wallets, Ferris key organizers… these are everyday tools that make life easier, cleaner, and calmer. And in that simplicity, there’s space for clarity. There’s space for change.” “As a thank-you to our Inspire Change community, they’re offering 20% off any product with the promo code INSPIRECHANGE. Have a look, try them out, and see how simplifying your day can open the door to something deeper.” Visit distilunion.com and enjoy 20% off any product with promo code INSPIRECHANGE. That's distilunion.com with promo code INSPIRECHANGE at check out.” GRATITUDE MENTIONS & CLOSING - Hello and welcome, We thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter’s efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us. This week on the Global Listeners List we see a new placement for #1.  We would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Australia you made it to #1 with the strongest downloads from New South Wales, but look out! The Northern Territory is catching up as our listeners in Alice Springs have brought the outback to a strong player of positive social change. CONGRATULATIONS!!! We also wanted to give a special shout out to our listeners in Philadelphia and York for bringing Pennsylvania to the #6 on the USA listeners list!  Thank you so much for your continued support. We appreciate your efforts to support positive social change!  I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon and everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter wish you the most complete and joyous holiday season and we sincerely thank you as your efforts have made this year the absolute best!  We look forward to great things for Inspire Change and appreciate that you take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share.  Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information.  As always thank you to each  and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.
www.spreaker.com
December 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
📣 New Podcast! "Inspire Change with Gunter 7-313 | Season 7 Finale: Reflections, Growth & What’s Next" on @Spreaker #gunterswoboda #happyholidays #inspirechange #makinggoodmengreat #masculinity #meaningfulconversations #men #patreon #personalgrowth #philosophy #psychology #realtransformation
Inspire Change with Gunter 7-313 | Season 7 Finale: Reflections, Growth & What’s Next
This week on Inspire Change in this final episode of season seven, Gunter Swoboda reflects on a recent tragedy and its impact on community dynamics. He discusses the importance of inner work (the micro) for personal growth and emotional development, contrasting it with the broader societal issues (the macro) that stem from a lack of emotional maturity. Gunter recaps the themes of the season, emphasizing the need for men to reject harmful societal norms and embrace vulnerability. He introduces upcoming projects for season eight, including a focus on practical skills and the launch of a Patreon to support ongoing work. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to take meaningful steps towards personal transformation.  Takeaways - The micro is where the real action begins. - Most men are trying to survive and feel competent. - Intimacy can feel like work due to societal pressures. - Emotional development is crucial for societal health. - Men often trade vulnerability for dominance. - Season seven challenged simplistic narratives about masculinity. - The upcoming season will focus on practical skills. - Patreon will provide tools for ongoing personal work. - Intimacy must be examined beyond patriarchal norms. - Personal transformation requires actionable steps. Sound Bites - "Most men are not trying to be cruel." - "You can't out think this, you outgrow it." - "Who you become when you stop living a script." Reflections on Tragedy and Community Divisiveness The Micro: Inner Work and Personal Growth The Macro: Societal Issues and Emotional Developmen Season Seven Recap and Future Directions Introducing Season Eight and Patreon Closing Thoughts  Call to Action Get your copy of Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's new book: Making Good Men Great Surfing the New Wave Of Masculinity Special Edition: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=Ow2HhlFDbFjPEmN7n81q2RuJl5czASIU1xJXmSGqXzp Join our Patreon to continue the conversation—through deeper insight, growth, and exclusive content:  https://www.Patreon.com/InspireChange Takeaways - The micro is where the real action begins. - Most men are trying to survive and feel competent. - Intimacy can feel like work due to societal pressures. - Emotional development is crucial for societal health. - Men often trade vulnerability for dominance. - Season seven challenged simplistic narratives about masculinity. - The upcoming season will focus on practical skills. - Patreon will provide tools for ongoing personal work. - Intimacy must be examined beyond patriarchal norms. - Personal transformation requires actionable steps. Sound Bites - "Most men are not trying to be cruel." - "You can't out think this, you outgrow it." - "Who you become when you stop living a script." Chapters 00:00 Reflections on Tragedy and Community Divisiveness 03:05 The Micro: Inner Work and Personal Growth 06:00 The Macro: Societal Issues and Emotional Development 08:48 Season Seven Recap and Future Directions 11:54 Introducing Season Eight and Patreon 15:03 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action Mid-Episode Break is brought to you by Distil Union. “You know, on this show we talk a lot about living with purpose — slowing down, paying attention, and being intentional about the choices we make every day. Because when we simplify the noise around us, we can better hear what really matters: empathy, connection, and showing up as the best version of ourselves. That’s why I’m genuinely pleased to welcome our newest sponsor, Distil Union. Their philosophy aligns beautifully with what we do here.”  “Distil Union creates sleek, thoughtfully designed essentials — wallets, key organizers, phone cases — all built with a ‘less is more’ approach. Their Wally wallets, Ferris key organizers… these are everyday tools that make life easier, cleaner, and calmer. And in that simplicity, there’s space for clarity. There’s space for change.” “As a thank-you to our Inspire Change community, they’re offering 20% off any product with the promo code INSPIRECHANGE. Have a look, try them out, and see how simplifying your day can open the door to something deeper.” Visit distilunion.com and enjoy 20% off any product with promo code INSPIRECHANGE. That's distilunion.com with promo code INSPIRECHANGE at check out.” GRATITUDE MENTIONS & CLOSING - Hello and welcome, We thank YOU for tuning in and promoting positive social change.  This makes you a part of Gunter’s efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us. This week on the Global Listeners List we see a new placement for #1.  We would like to share our gratitude with our listeners in Australia you made it to #1 with the strongest downloads from New South Wales, but look out! The Northern Territory is catching up as our listeners in Alice Springs have brought the outback to a strong player of positive social change. CONGRATULATIONS!!! We also wanted to give a special shout out to our listeners in Philadelphia and York for bringing Pennsylvania to the #6 on the USA listeners list!  Thank you so much for your continued support. We appreciate your efforts to support positive social change!  I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Show-runner Miranda Spigener-Sapon and everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter wish you the most complete and joyous holiday season and we sincerely thank you as your efforts have made this year the absolute best!  We look forward to great things for Inspire Change and appreciate that you take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share.  Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out  to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information.  As always thank you to each  and every one of our listeners, and most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.
www.spreaker.com
December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
SIGNED COPIES of the Second Edition of Building COURAGE will be available THIS SATURDAY! Follow us on Kickstarter for more information.

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#MentalHealthMatters #SaveLives #InspireChange #EndSuicide #COURAGE
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December 16, 2025 at 5:15 PM
SIGNED COPIES of the Second Edition of Building COURAGE will be available THIS SATURDAY! Follow us on Kickstarter for more information.

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#MentalHealthMatters #SaveLives #InspireChange #EndSuicide #COURAGE
Coming soon: Mental Health Workbook for Survivors
A neurodivergent friendly mental health workbook offering exclusive signed copies
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December 16, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Everyone is special in their own way ❤️ @InspireChange
December 14, 2025 at 5:46 PM