The Missing Peace

Manifestation, Co-Creating with God & the Power of Your Thoughts — Part 2

Brooke Benevento and Danielle Griffiths are back with Part 2 of their deep dive into manifestation and co-creating with God. If Part 1 laid the foundation, this episode brings it home with practical tools, powerful scripture, and a Biblical story that will change how you think about faith forever. Brooke answers the most common questions she gets about manifestation — why some people seem to manifest easily while others struggle, how your identity shapes what you create, and what blocks your co-creation the most. Danielle shares her own transformation and the small daily practices that shifted everything for her family. Together they explore the power of imagination, why staying in the present moment is where all creation happens, and how disciplining your thoughts is the first step to transforming your entire life. They close with the story of the bleeding woman from scripture — a profound example of what happens when faith meets action. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why everyone is already manifesting — the difference is awareness * How to break the "computer program" of inherited beliefs and habits * Why your self-concept determines your results (Proverbs 4:23) * The power of imagination as the gateway to co-creation — and how Napoleon Hill's Think and Grow Rich explains it * The "lemon test" — how adding sensory details to visualization makes it real * Why the present moment is the only place you can co-create with God * What blocks manifestation the most — and how faith as small as a mustard seed moves mountains (Matthew 17:20) * The story of the bleeding woman (Mark 5) and what her faith teaches us about co-creating * A simple practice to start today: observe and write down your thoughts without judgment Resources mentioned: * Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill * Satish Verma — Brooke's mentor * Romans 12:2, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 17:20 Connect with us: * Instagram: @the.missing.peace.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.missing.peace.pod] * TikTok: @the.missing.peace8 [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.missing.peace8] * Email: themissingpeace26@gmail.com [themissingpeace26@gmail.com] Have a topic you want us to cover? Want to share your story? Reach out — we'd love to hear from you! Subscribe so you never miss an episode, and share this with someone who needs to hear it today!

Manifestation, Co-Creating with God & the Power of Your Thoughts — Part 1

Brooke Benevento and Danielle Griffiths tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in personal growth: manifestation. Is it woo-woo? Is it against religious teachings? Or is it actually rooted in something much deeper? In Part 1 of this two-part series, Brooke and Danielle break down what manifestation really means — not wishful thinking or crossing your fingers, but disciplining your thoughts, aligning your beliefs, and co-creating with God. They explore the ancient roots of manifestation across philosophy, spirituality, and scripture, and share personal stories of how shifting their mindset changed everything. Brooke opens up about hitting rock bottom, surrendering to God, and finding a teacher who helped her finally connect the dots between what she was reading in the Bible and how to apply it to her life. Danielle shares her own journey from skeptic to believer — and the social media post that infuriated her but ultimately sparked a transformation. In this episode, you'll learn: * The real definition of manifestation — and why it's not magic or wishful thinking * How scripture supports the concept of co-creating (Proverbs 23:7, Romans 12:2, Matthew 7:7, 2 Corinthians 10:5) * The ancient roots of manifestation — from Hinduism and Egyptian culture to the New Thought movement of the 1830s * Why you don't get what you want — you get what you actually believe about yourself * How your subconscious mind shapes your reality and outcomes * The difference between faith and religion, and why faith is the foundation of co-creating * How to respond to life's challenges instead of reacting — and why that changes everything * Why the next generation may look back and say our biggest problem was that we didn't know how to think Resources mentioned: * Satish Verma — Brooke's mentor, Peace and Prosperity Institute * The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace Wattles * The Game of Life and How to Play It by Florence Scovel Shinn * Phineas Quimby and the New Thought movement Connect with us: * Instagram: @the.missing.peace.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.missing.peace.pod] * TikTok: @the.missing.peace8 [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.missing.peace8] * Email: themissingpeace26@gmail.com [themissingpeace26@gmail.com] Have a topic you want us to cover? Want to be a guest? Reach out — we'd love to hear from you! This is Part 1 — stay tuned for Part 2 where Brooke and Danielle go even deeper into manifestation and co-creating. Subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Perimenopause, Menopause & Taking Your Power Back — Part 2 with Julie Perry

In Part 2 of their conversation with Julie Perry — functional medicine nurse practitioner — Brooke Benevento and Danielle Griffiths dive into perimenopause, menopause, and what women can actually do about it. Julie breaks down the timeline of perimenopause (it can start as early as 35), why your hormones feel like a roller coaster, and what's really behind the night sweats, brain fog, weight gain, and 3 AM wake-ups. The hosts get real about frozen shoulder, pelvic floor issues, and the moment you realize your mom wasn't being dramatic after all. They also tackle the controversial history of hormone replacement therapy — from the flawed 2001 Women's Health Initiative study to the modern push for better care — and why functional medicine is changing the game for women who've been told "you're fine" by their doctors. Plus, Brooke shares why she sees this stage of life not as a crisis, but as a powerful inner awakening. In this episode, you'll learn: * When perimenopause can start and why you don't need to lose your period to be in it * The truth about hormone replacement therapy and the study that scared a generation of women * Why cortisol spikes at 3 AM and what that means for your sleep, weight, and stress * Frozen shoulder, gluteal tendinopathy, and the musculoskeletal side of menopause * What magnesium can (and can't) do — and which types actually help with sleep * Why strength training matters more than cardio in your 40s and 50s * The role of testosterone in women's health — and why there's no FDA-approved product for women * Julie's top 5 things every woman should do during this transition Resources mentioned: * Dr. Mary Claire Haver — The New Menopause * Dr. Kelly Casperson — women's sexual health advocate * International Menopause Society (founded 1978) * Magnesium glycinate and L-threonate for sleep * Vaginal estradiol for urogenital symptoms * Pelvic floor therapy Connect with us: * Instagram: @the.missing.peace.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.missing.peace.pod] * TikTok: @the.missing.peace8 [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.missing.peace8] * Email: themissingpeace26@gmail.com [themissingpeace26@gmail.com] Have a topic you want us to cover? Want to be a guest? Reach out — we'd love to hear from you! If you missed Part 1, go back and listen first — we covered the four phases of the menstrual cycle. Subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Your Cycle, Your Superpower: What Every Woman (and Man) Should Know — Part 1

In their first-ever guest episode, Brooke Benevento and Danielle Griffiths welcome Julie Perry — functional medicine nurse practitioner and close friend of the show — to break down the four phases of the menstrual cycle and what's really happening in a woman's body each month. Julie walks through the hormonal shifts behind each phase — from the restorative menstrual phase, to the energizing follicular phase, to the brief but powerful ovulation window, to the often-misunderstood luteal phase. Along the way, the hosts share personal stories about tracking their cycles, coaching volleyball teams that synced up, and the moments they wished someone had explained all of this sooner. This episode isn't just for women — it's a guide for husbands, partners, sons, and friends who want to better understand and support the women in their lives. Plus, Julie reveals why men's testosterone follows a daily rhythm and what that means for your relationship. In this episode, you'll learn: * The four phases of the menstrual cycle and what happens hormonally in each one * How estrogen and progesterone shifts affect mood, energy, and decision-making * Why the ovulation window is shorter than most people think * Nutrition tips for each phase — from comfort foods to cruciferous vegetables * How women's cycles sync up when they spend time together * What men's daily testosterone rhythm looks like — and why he's on the couch at 5 PM * Practical ways partners can show up during each phase of the cycle Resources mentioned: * Cycle-syncing nutrition books * LH predictor strips for tracking ovulation * Cycle tracking apps Connect with us: * Instagram: @the.missing.peace.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.missing.peace.pod] * TikTok: @the.missing.peace8 [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.missing.peace8] * Email: themissingpeace26@gmail.com [themissingpeace26@gmail.com] Have a topic you want us to cover? Want to be a guest? Reach out — we'd love to hear from you! Part 2 drops next week — covering perimenopause and menopause. Subscribe so you don't miss it!

Education: Why School Shaped You More Than You Realize

In the fourth and final episode of their social heredity series, Brooke Benevento and Danielle Griffiths tackle the institution that shaped nearly all of us: education. Danielle digs into the surprising origins of the American school system — from the Puritans' Old Deluder Satan Act of 1647, to Prussia's military-inspired model, to John D. Rockefeller's investment in creating a workforce of obedient workers rather than critical thinkers. They explore how standardized testing was born from Frederick Kelly's Kansas Silent Reading Test — and how even its creator later criticized it for crushing student creativity. Brooke shares a powerful personal story about a teacher who called her writing "the worst story I've ever heard" — and how that one moment silenced her creative voice for decades. Both hosts open up about school experiences that left lasting marks and discuss why labels like "too talkative" or "not focused" aren't flaws — they're clues to who your child really is. In this episode, you'll learn: * The real origins of the American school system — from Puritan literacy to Prussian obedience * How Rockefeller's investment shaped schools to produce workers, not thinkers * The story behind standardized testing and why its own creator rejected it * How a single teacher's words can shape (or shatter) a child's identity * Why school labels like "unfocused" or "too talkative" are actually strengths in disguise * Practical ways to help your kids become critical thinkers * Why it's never too late to redefine yourself and change your path Resources mentioned: * The Old Deluder Satan Act of 1647 * Frederick Kelly and the Kansas Silent Reading Test * The "fish climbing a tree" quote (often attributed to Albert Einstein) * Cal Poly San Luis Obispo — "Learn by Doing" * Peace and Prosperity Institute Connect with us: * Instagram: @the.missing.peace.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.missing.peace.pod] * TikTok: @the.missing.peace8 [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.missing.peace8] * Email: themissingpeace26@gmail.com [themissingpeace26@gmail.com] Have a topic you want us to cover? Want to be a guest? Reach out — we'd love to hear from you! New episodes dropping regularly. Subscribe so you don't miss the next one.