Ever wondered why your mind keeps racing when you just want a good night's sleep? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Dr. Benjamin Long, a board-certified sleep medicine physician, joins Tim Winders to dive into the spiritual and practical roots of our sleepless nights. They explore the connections between faith, behavior, and rest, discuss the myths and realities around sleep health, and reveal how your spiritual alignment might impact how well you sleep. If you're tired of restless nights or simply curious how theology and medicine intersect in the most practical way—rest—this episode is for you.

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Dr. Benjamin Long is a board-certified sleep medicine physician who treats patients of all ages and specializes in the intersection of faith and medicine. With a background in pediatrics and a journey through both medical and theological training, he explores practical sleep habits, spiritual practices, and fatigue mitigation for everyone from medical professionals to everyday believers. As an author, Dr. Benjamin Long offers insights rooted in both clinical expertise and deep spiritual understanding, helping others find rest and purpose in the midst of today’s sleep-deprived culture.

1. Discover the surprising connection between faith, medicine, and sleep—and why Dr. Benjamin Long believes spiritual practices can be as crucial as sleep hygiene for true rest.
2. Hear practical, research-backed advice on optimizing your sleep (from wearable tracking to the truth about fancy mattresses) and why most sleep disruptions start with your own thoughts and behaviors.
3. Unpack fresh insights into America's sleep deprivation crisis, including how our digital habits and culture might be quietly sabotaging rest—and what you can do differently tonight.

Resources Mentioned

1. Sleep Habits Journal: Book by Dr. Benjamin Long. Release date is December 9th. Order your copy: sleephabitsjournal.com
2. Jordan Raynor’s Books: Especially highlighted is The Sacredness of Secular Work, which explores faith and vocation integration.

Action Steps You Can Implement

1. Track Your Sleep Patterns: Use a sleep tracker or simply keep a pen-and-paper journal to monitor your average sleep, bedtime routines, and sleep quality over time.
2. Experiment to Find Your Optimal Sleep Environment: Test sleep conditions—such as room temperature, mattress firmness, and bedtime routines—to see what works best for you, rather than focusing on “industry standards.”
3. Use Sleepless Nights as Time to Connect with God: When you’re unable to sleep, consider rising from bed and engaging in prayer, reflection, or peaceful spiritual practices as suggested by Dr. Benjamin Long instead of just tossing and turning.

1. Sleep Deprivation Is Widespread—And Deeper Than Just Biology: Dr. Benjamin Long explained that despite all our modern comforts, the U.S. remains a sleep-deprived culture. He emphasized that sleep issues often have roots in our behaviors and thoughts, not just physical factors, suggesting we look beyond gadgets and mattresses to address underlying causes.
2. Faith and Spirituality Can Impact Sleep: Both Tim Winders and Dr. Benjamin...

What does it truly mean to surrender in leadership, marriage, and personal growth? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Benita Williams, author of "The Sustainable CEO," joins hosts Tim Winders and A.M. Williams for a vulnerable conversation about moving from burnout to overflow, the power of aligning with your divine design, and how couples can thrive together in life and business. Discover practical habits for sustainable growth, hear honest stories about overcoming adversity, and learn why surrender might be the key you're missing. If you want to lead with purpose and partnership, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

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Benita Williams is the author of "The Sustainable CEO: Equipping Leaders to Move from Burnout to Overflow through Rest, Clarity and Stewardship." She specializes in helping leaders achieve sustainable growth by aligning leadership with stewardship principles, and is recognized for her expertise in strategy, consulting, and leadership development.

A.M. Williams is a renowned coach for founders and executives, known for his Leverage Leader approach, which focuses on identity architecture, governance, and expansion. Despite overcoming the challenges of paraplegia, he has built his coaching and training business from a bedbound condition and has inspired leaders globally to grow in governance and fulfill their divine design. Together, Benita and A.M. provide a powerful and complementary perspective on leadership, marriage, and legacy.

1. Discover how Benita Williams and A.M. Williams have built a thriving marriage while navigating leadership challenges together, even in the face of disability and life-changing adversity.
2. Uncover powerful insights on shifting from ambition-driven leadership to alignment and stewardship—learn what it really means to operate from your "divine design" for lasting success.
3. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the unique ways these leaders collaborate, resolve conflict, and blend complementary strengths in business and life—with practical takeaways you won't find in traditional leadership books.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

1. The Sustainable CEO: Unlocking the Divine Overflow Sequence for Leadership, Alignment and Legacy: Book by Benita Williams that outlines a faith-driven, sustainable approach to leadership and stewardship. (Referenced throughout, especially around [00:48:28], and recommended by A.M. Williams at [00:50:55].)
2. Coach A.M. Williams Website: Website for A.M. Williams containing resources on leadership, governance, and coaching (shared by Tim Winders at [00:30:17]).
3. (Bonus) Seek Go Create Podcast – Benita Williams Episode: Previous episode featuring Benita Williams, referenced by Tim Winders at [00:01:51]. Listeners are encouraged to check out that episode for deeper insight into her journey.

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Practice Surrender and Stewardship: As Benita Williams emphasized ([00:00:00], [00:53:54]), start by surrendering old patterns, identities, and ways of operating. Open yourself up to what God is calling you to next, and focus on...

Are you chasing success or attracting it? In this episode of Seek Go Create, mindset mentor and construction leader Zach Del Monaco shares how his journey through life-altering challenges—including spinal surgery and family business struggles—transformed his approach to leadership, resilience, and faith. Zach and host Tim Winders dive deep into bridging generational gaps, building CEO-level confidence, and why “don’t chase, attract” is the mantra that changed everything. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking for clarity or seeking inspiration to break through limiting beliefs, this episode is packed with practical insights and honest stories you won’t want to miss. Tune in and discover what it truly means to build a life—and business—that lasts.

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Zach Del Monaco is a founder, mindset mentor, and visionary leader known for his work helping trades and construction professionals scale profit-first businesses and build lasting relationships. With firsthand experience managing operations at his family's construction company and a passion for bridging generational gaps, Zach empowers young entrepreneurs to develop clarity, resilience, and CEO-level thinking. Grounded in purpose and faith, he offers practical strategies for personal growth and business success.

1. Discover how Zach Del Monaco overcame a major spinal surgery and family setbacks to become a bridge-builder between generations and a mindset mentor for leaders in the trades industry.
2. Get real, practical insights on how to combine faith, resilience, and personal development to grow both yourself and your business—without losing your soul or falling for quick-fix hype.
3. Learn the powerful "Don't Chase, Attract" philosophy and why shifting your mindset can draw the right opportunities, people, and success into your life, straight from someone who's living it.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

1. ZachDelmonaco.com – Zach’s official website, where you can learn more about his coaching, family business consulting, and connect with him directly.
2. Instagram (@ZachDelMonaco) – Zach’s main social media platform for sharing free content, updates, and messaging for personal growth and entrepreneurship.

Action Steps for Listeners:

1. Invest in Your Mindset: Spend significant time each day focusing on personal development. This can be through reading, attending events, listening to podcasts, or surrounding yourself with growth-minded people.
2. Surround Yourself with People You Aspire to Be Like: Seek mentors, mastermind groups, or communities (in-person or online) where you can be stretched, pushed out of your comfort zone, and held accountable.
3. Practice the "Don’t Chase, Attract" Mindset: Rather than chasing after people or opportunities, focus on developing yourself and your skills. This way, the right people and circumstances will be naturally drawn to you.

1. Focus on What You Can Control: Zach shares the importance of directing energy toward things within your control, instead of worrying about outside circumstances. By being intentional about your actions and mindset, you set yourself up for growth and fulfillment.
2. Bridge...