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The Struggle and Challenge of Evolution Part 2 - More Comfort Monday with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston

This is Part 2 of a series on More Comfort Monday with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston. You can listen to part 1 by clicking here. More Comfort Monday airs every Monday morning at 7:45 on the South Shore's Morning News.
There is something brewing on the horizon for all of humanity and Diane Jordan explains we are all collectively evolving:
The evolution of humanity is to grow out and away from the societies we’ve built, based on low-vibe energies of war, hate, disrespect, ownership, authority and boundaries between human beings and from humanity toward the earth.
We are evolving into a collective that resonates high-vibe energy; Love, peace, respect, nurturing and accessing higher levels of human potential intelligence at the same time that we access higher levels of Spiritual awareness.
With change, struggles could endure. Diane gives insight on how we may experience these shifts, and the best way to handle them. Listen in as we explore this subject and make sure to listen next week for part 3 of this series: 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, July 25th, 2025

Welcome to another week in review episode. This week, we start off with our segment with Bob Terravecchia, the CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, as we discuss the Genius Act, which is a U.S. Federal Law that creates a comprehensive regulatory framework for stablecoins. Then we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we talk about Windows 11 and how it won't respect your privacy until YOU make some changes. Later, it's Dr. John Hayes in studio talking about our cell phone usage and how that is disrupting our sleep. Finally, Rob's mom, Karen, calls in to talk about her summer concert experience seeing Coldplay and Dave Matthews. 

More Phone, Less Sleep - Living and Practicing by Design with Dr. John Hayes

Living and Practicing by Design is a weekly segment with Dr. John Hayes. It airs Thursday mornings at 9:22 on The South Shore's Morning News with Rob Hakala and Beth Foster. 
For this week's topic, Dr. Hayes wanted to discuss the ever-present concern of phone use and its impact on health. Specifically concerning the amount of sleep we receive. 
For all the information and tips on limiting phone use and why, head on over to read Dr. John Hayes' blog by clicking here. 
Listen to our discussion below:

“Am I Destined to Be Alone?” Let's Break That Down, Love Bites with Lifestyle Coach Francesca Luca

Love Bites is a weekly segment on The South Shore’s Morning News with lifestyle coach Francesca Luca. You can listen for advice every Wednesday morning at 9:10. The Francesca Luca Show airs every Wednesday evening between 8 and 9pm.
Every now and then, I get a question that hits deep:“Am I destined to be alone?”
If that thought has ever echoed in your head, pause right here. You’re not alone, and no, that’s not your fate. But  can we talk?
It’s not about destiny…  it’s about patterns.
I hear from women who say they want a healthy relationship. They long for someone who’s consistent, emotionally available, and genuinely ready to love.But when they actually meet someone who is those things?They get... uncomfortable. Suspicious. Distant.Suddenly, they start noticing “issues” where there weren’t any before.
Let’s say he’s kind. Checks in regularly. Follows through. Wants to build something real.
Instead of feeling safe, you start to feel suffocated. You question his motives. You wonder, “What’s the catch?”Before you know it, you're pulling away, or worse, pushing him away.
Sound familiar?
Why Peace Can Feel So Unfamiliar
Here’s something we don’t talk about enough:When you’ve experienced emotional inconsistency or chaos in past relationships, calm can feel threatening.
Drama may have been your normal. So now, without it, your nervous system doesn’t know how to rest.
The truth? You might not be afraid of being alone.You might be afraid of letting someone actually stay.
Because if someone stays, you might start to believe they matter. And if they matter… they could hurt you. That’s the heart of it.
But constantly testing someone, starting fights, withdrawing love, sabotaging connection—doesn’t make them prove their loyalty.It just creates exhaustion. And resentment.
Real Talk from Love Bites:
It’s not love if you have to create chaos to feel connection.
It’s not chemistry if it only burns when things go wrong.
You’re not “hard to love”, you’re hard on love.
So… What Can You Do Differently?
If you see yourself in any of this, start here:
 Pause before reacting. When you feel the urge to stir something up, ask yourself, “Am I protecting myself or avoiding vulnerability?”
Name the real fear. Is it abandonment? Rejection? Fear of losing control? Get honest. Once you name it, it can’t run the show.
Let calm be okay. Healthy love might not give you a high. But it will give you peace. That’s what you’re craving, even if it doesn’t feel familiar yet.
Stop writing the old script. If you keep rehearsing heartbreak, you won’t recognize love even when it’s front and center.
The Bottom Line?
You’re not destined to be alone. But you do have to choose differently if you want different outcomes.
Let love be easy for once. Let it be soft. Let it be boring in the best possible way.
You don’t need to manufacture a test to see if he’ll stay.Let him show up. Let him love you.
And if you’re always dodging the good stuff, maybe it’s time to stop chasing love and start preparing for it.
Missed this part of the show? Don’t worry, I’ve got you.You can always catch up with my blog and clips over on social media. Follow me on Instagram @francescalucashow or head to Facebook for your weekly dose of Love Bites. 

Privacy Concerns with Windows 11...Tech Talk with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham

The deadline for switching over to Windows 11 is approaching in October. Although they have recently announced some flexible transition options, which you can read about here, there will be a time when we have to move on over to the newer operating system. 
And, unfortunately, our tech pro David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham has informed us that there are some heightened security concerns with this operating system:
Windows 11 has been widely known to be weak at personal privacy as it comes with a lot of default settings that can be a privacy nightmare.
BUT David Snell always has our back and is offering tips to protect yourself extra: 
Windows 11 has several default settings that can compromise your privacy. Fortunately, you can change these settings to better protect your personal data.
We LOVE how David always has our back so click here to check out what he suggests to do to for your privacy maximization. 
Click here for an easy-to-use privacy checklist
Tech Talk is a weekly segment on The South Shore's Morning News. You can listen for all the important tech news with David Snell, Rob Hakala, and Beth Foster on Tuesday mornings at 8:10.
Listen in as we discuss these Windows 11 privacy concerns: 

Hold On, The Great Shift is Here - More Comfort Monday with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston

We're so glad to have Diane Jordan 'realign' us at the start of the work week with  More Comfort Monday, which airs every Monday morning at 7:45 on The South Shore’s Morning News.
Diane Jordan is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and she specializes in all things bodily and metaphysical so for the topic this week, she is holding our hands and letting us know we are all going through... IT. The Big Shift. A collective change from low vibrational energy to HIGH vibes. 
The evolution aka “The Great Shift” of humanity and the earth has been clearly shown in writings, Scriptures and prophesies going back thousands of years, all describing the situations and dynamics we are living in, pretty specifically.
Astrology tells us we are entering the Age of Aquarius, focused on humanitarianism, huge technological breakthroughs, Power to the People and Peace.
The common theme in everything I’ve studied is that humanity is working to evolve out of a society built on low-vibe energy, like war, structure, ownership, authority and boundaries; into a collective that resonates high-vibe energy as in peace, nurturing, connection, collaboration and love between humans and towards the earth and the entire Universe.
For humanity to accomplish this evolution, a lot of what we know about the structures of our societies and our understanding of reality has to be released – to allow space for the higher vibrations coming into our collective and individual experience as humans.
Don't be nervous though, Diane knows just what you need. So listen to More Comfort Monday and breathe in... and out.... 

Core Beliefs Part II, More Comfort Monday with Diane Jordan of Natural Body Works in Kingston

It's time to find our 'Zen' so we recruited the best in the business and had Diane Jordan stop by for our weekly segment, More Comfort Monday, which airs every Monday morning at 7:45 on The South Shore’s Morning News .
Diane Jordan is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and she specializes in all things bodily and metaphysical. This week, we are revisiting the topic of Core Beliefs, which gained a lot of questions from the topic being introduced a week prior. You can listen to the first Core Beliefs segment by clicking here. 
Just a reminder that Diane defines Core Beliefs as this:
Core Beliefs are deep in our subconscious mind. We don’t question or really even think about these beliefs. They begin to develop when we are very young, through osmosis, from experiences in our family and society.
Core beliefs that stem from negative experiences create detrimental patterns in our thoughts, feelings and behaviors, keep us stuck and cause anxiety.  
Core beliefs that stem from positive experiences create beneficial patterns in our thoughts, feelings and behaviors and allow us to thrive.
Listen in as Diane expands upon this important topic and how you can change your life through it:

When Your Relationships Feel Like a One-Way Street, Love Bites with Lifestyle Coach Francesca Luca

Love Bites is a weekly segment on The South Shore’s Morning News with lifestyle coach Francesca Luca. You can listen for advice every Wednesday morning at 9:10. The Francesca Luca Show airs every Wednesday evening between 8 and 9pm.
 
If you’ve ever felt like you’re giving more than you’re getting, you’re probably not imagining it.
So many women feel this way. You give. You care. You keep showing up.But when you look around, it’s like… where is everyone when it’s your turn?
Here’s the thing: it’s okay to want what you give.I struggle with this, too. I’ve been told my expectations are too high, that I should grow a thicker skin. Maybe you’ve heard that, too.
But let’s drop a Love Bites truth bomb right here:Sometimes, without even realizing it, we train people to rely on us—and they get real comfortable doing just that.
You’re the one remembering birthdays. Organizing the dinners. Holding space for everyone’s crisis of the week.And then… when it’s your turn? Crickets.
So let’s pause for a second and start noticing the patterns.
Before anything can change, you have to see it clearly.Ask yourself:
Who checks on me just because they care?
Who listens without flipping the conversation back to themselves?
Who shows up without needing something in return?
Say this to move the relationship forward:
“Hey, I’ve been off lately. Can I talk to you about it?”
Then, really pay attention to how they respond.Some people will lean in. Others will get uncomfortable or disappear. Good to know.
Here’s another game-changer: pause before jumping in.Let’s say someone texts you mid-crisis. Before rushing to save the day, ask:
“When I was struggling, were they there for me?”
This isn’t about keeping score. It’s about clarity.Because when relationships are always one-way, you end up drained—and eventually, disappointed. Or worse, resentful.
Think of it like a tangled necklace. You can’t wear it until you undo the knots. Same goes for your emotional bandwidth.You might be fine for a while, until suddenly you’re in need—and no one’s there. That hurts. And that pain deserves your attention.
So here’s your permission slip:Pull back a little.Give less.See what happens.
If they notice and ask what’s up? That’s a good sign.If they don’t… again, good to know!
Ask your future self:
“Is this someone I want in my life long-term?”“If yes—what needs to change so that my needs are also met?”
And don’t be afraid of alone time. Sometimes the quiet gives you answers connection never could.
I’ll leave you with this:
If you’re always the strong one… the supportive one… the available one—It’s time to ask: who supports me?
And if the answer feels shaky or silent, maybe the first step is becoming that person for yourself—and choosing relationships that are more mutual, more balanced, and more real.
You deserve that kind of love, Babe. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, July 18th, 2025

Welcome to another episode of our 'week in review'. This week we talked with author J Randy Taraborrelli about his new book on JFK called: "JFK: Public, Private, Secret". It is an exhaustively researched book which takes an in-depth look at the life of the former President. Then, we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about Windows 10 and 11 and the changes coming. Later, we talk with Zoe Bradford, co-founder of the Company Theatre in Norwell about their upcoming production of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame". Finally, Rob invites his 13-year-old nephew Kellan and 10-year-old niece Mallory on the broadcast to talk about their summer and Kellan's first ever concert; Coldplay at Gillette. 

One Foot Through the Door...and One Foot Out... Microsoft Announces Flexible Transition Options

The tech world is still adjusting to the changes coming down from Microsoft and their main operating system, Windows, as they are pushing for everyone to move on up to Windows 11. But... not everyone has flown the Windows 10 'coop' quite yet. Thankfully, we have David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham to guide us through this big change. 
On this week's Tech Talk, which airs every Tuesday morning at 8:10 on The South Shore's Morning News, David says this about Microsoft offering some transitional steps between Windows 10 and Windows 11:
As of July 2025, Windows 11 has finally overtaken Windows 10 in market share. According to StatCounter, Windows 11 now runs on 52% of all Windows PCs, while Windows 10 has dropped to 44.6%. That’s a dramatic shift from just a month earlier, when the two were nearly tied at around 48% each.
The surge in Windows 11 adoption is largely driven by Microsoft’s aggressive push and the looming end-of-support deadline for Windows 10.
Still, that leaves hundreds of millions of PCs—many of them still perfectly functional—running Windows 10. And that’s a problem for Microsoft. They’re essentially saying they won’t patch known security flaws in their own software unless users pay up. The patches exist—they’ll be sold to those who can afford them—but everyone else will be left increasingly vulnerable.
So, it wasn’t too surprising when Microsoft blinked. On Tuesday they announced a more flexible approach to Extended Security Updates (ESU) for individual users. Here are the three options:
Use Windows Backup to sync your settings to the cloud — free.
Redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points — also free.
Pay $30 USD for one year of ESU coverage.
Once you choose an option and follow the steps in the enrollment wizard, your PC will be covered from October 15, 2025, through October 13, 2026. The wizard is already available to Windows Insider Program members and will roll out to all Windows 10 users by mid-August
You can read David's full blog about this by clicking here.  And listen to this week's Tech Talk as Rob, Beth, and David discuss all these changes: