Conversations with Joan

Surviving Trauma with Michelle Renee

Michelle Renee and her seven-year old daughter were kidnapped and forced to rob a bank with dynamite strapped to their chest.  Michelle shares the true crime story of her kidnapping and discusses how she confronted her dark, turbulent past to forge ahead and defy all odds. Michelle’s first book, Held Hostage, was turned into a Lifetime movie. Her new book is Nine Days: Living with My Soul Wide Open After Violent Trauma.

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Beating Cancer Naturally with Dr. Dominic Brandy

Hearing the words, you have cancer, is a major fear for most people. A cancer diagnosis is shocking and scary. Dr. Dominic Brandy heard those words when he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. He talks about his healing journey and how we can learn to prevent, survive and even thrive with cancer. Dr. Brandy is a medical doctor, author, speaker, and cancer coach who has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. He’s the founder of Natural Insights Into Cancer, and author of the book, Beat Back Cancer Naturally.

 

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Surviving A Life Threatening Illness with Julie Lewis

Most people don’t think of AIDS as something that affected women and families. Until August 20, 1990, Julie Lewis was one of those people. On that day, she was diagnosed with HIV and thrust into the scary world of AIDS. Julie was told she had three to five years to live. As the mother to three young children, she made every effort to create lasting memories while managing the debilitating side effects of early medications.  Her diagnosis began a path of advocacy, faith, and positivity despite her life's detour. Today, Julie works to make quality affordable healthcare available to those in under-served communities. Through the 30/30 Project, Julie has raised funds to build 30 health facilities in 9 different countries. Julie is the mother to Grammy Award winning musician, Ryan Lewis, and is the author of the book, Still Positive: A Memoir.

 

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Lessons Learned in Life with Mitch Albom

Mitch Albom has written books that have made a difference in the lives of millions around the world. He is an internationally renowned and best-selling author, journalist, screenwriter, playwright, broadcaster and musician. Mitch’s books, which include Tuesdays with Morrie, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, and For One More Day, and have collectively sold more than 40 million copies worldwide; have been published in 49 territories and in 47 languages around the world. His work has been made into Emmy Award-winning and critically-acclaimed television movies. Mitch’s new book is The Stranger in the Lifeboat.

 

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When You Self Medicate with Matthew Quick

We all experience challenges in life. For some, it’s difficult to express their feelings and so they mask their hidden pain with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, isolation, or even violence. Matthew Quick understands that pain. Matthew experienced a “dark night of the soul” after using alcohol and drugs to treat his extreme anxiety and depression. He got sober in 2018, only to experience five years of crippling writer’s block. Matthew talks about how he healed and what he learned. Matthew is the New York Times bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook, which was made into an Oscar-winning film. His other books include, The Good Luck of Right Now, Love May Fail and The Reason You’re Alive. The Hollywood Reporter has named Matthew one of Hollywood’s 25 Most Powerful Authors. His new book is, We Are the Light.

 

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Helping A Loved One With Addiction with Dr. Jeffrey Foote

If you have a loved one who is struggling with alcohol or other drugs, you may have feelings of frustration, anger, fear, or sadness. You may also feel powerless and unsure of how to offer help or support. According to Dr. Jeffrey Foote, you don’t have to try a tough love approach or wait for your loved one to hit rock bottom before taking action. He contends that you can be a force for positive change. Dr. Foote offers practical, evidence-based advice to help you navigate substance use or other compulsive behaviors without creating conflict. Dr. Foote is cofounder of the Center for Motivation and Change (CMC) outpatient programs in New York City; Long Island, NY; and Washington, DC. He is also cofounder and executive director of the CMC: Foundation for Change, a nonprofit organization with the mission of improving the dissemination of evidence-based ideas and strategies to the families of persons struggling with substance use. Dr. Foote is coauthor of the book, Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change, and The Beyond Addiction Workbook for Family and Friends. 

 

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Tapping Into Your Potential with Hitendra Wadhwa, PhD

Many people hunger for success but struggle to balance what they pursue on the outside with what they need on the inside. According to Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa, we can learn how to have our outer success reflect our inner core. He teaches how our five core energies can create outer impact from a place of inner mastery. Dr. Wadhwa is a professor at Columbia Business School and the founder of the Mentora Institute and Mentora Foundation.  His work has been covered by Fortune, CNN, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes, among others. He is the author of the book, Inner Mastery, Outer Impact: How Your Five Core Energies Hold the Key to Success.

 

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Angels Around Us with Lorna Byrne

Many people wonder if there really are angels by our side and what their role may be in our lives. Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to angels since she was a baby. As a young child, she assumed everyone could see the beings who always accompanied her. Today, sick and troubled people from around the world are drawn to her for comfort and healing, and even theologians of different faiths seek her guidance. Lorna offers us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potential within us all. She is the author of seven best-selling books, including Angels in My Hair, A Message of Hope from the Angels. She is founder of the Lorna Byrne Children’s Foundation, and the Seraph Foundation. Lorna has been featured worldwide by CNN, NBC Today, BBC, The London Times, The Economist, and many others.

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Keeping Your Brain Healthy with Dr. Gary Simonds

When we talk about staying healthy, we usually discuss diet or exercise. The one area that is often overlooked is the command center, the brain. Brain health is a critical piece of overall health. It controls the ability to communicate, make decisions, problem-solve, and live a productive life. Dr. Gary Simonds, a brain surgeon who's spent his life caring for the sickest of the sick in the ICU’s and operating rooms of major medical centers, talks about how we can maintain a healthy brain. Dr. Simonds is a professor at the Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. He is an author whose latest book is, Death’s Pale Flag.

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Achieving Success through Failure with Jim Harshaw, Jr.

The fear of failing often stops people from moving forward or following a dream. But according to Jim Harshaw, Jr., every success story includes crushing failure, doubt, and uncertainty. Jim discusses how to maximize potential and increase resilience by leveraging failure for success. Jim became an NCAA Division I All-American wrestler and later the youngest Division I head coach in the country. Through his life, he has been surrounded by Olympians, CEOs, and millionaires, discovering their systems and frameworks for world-class performance. Jim is president of The Harshaw Group, a recognized TEDx speaker, and host of the Success Through Failure podcast.

 

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Letting Go Of The Past With Doug Dane

After a traumatic past, which includes kidnapping and physical, emotional and sexual abuse, Doug Dane beat the odds stacked against him to find happiness and success in his own life. Doug’s work is inspired by the steps he took to overcome the typical trajectory for someone in his shoes. He discusses ways to help us break into a new life, no matter what we may have experienced. Doug is a mindset mentor, speaker, mental health advocate, and author of Mistaken Identity: A Guide to Letting Go Of A Past That’s Holding You Back.

 

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Kevin Kelly Offers Advice for Life

On his 68th birthday, New York Times bestselling author, Kevin Kelly, started to write down advice for his children about things he learned in life. That list turned into his new book, Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I’d Known Earlier. Kevin offers guidance for career, relationships, parenting, and more. Kevin has led a remarkable life and has been ahead of the curve on practically everything he has done. He helped launch and edit Wired magazine and he has written for The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, among many other publications. His previous books include What Technology Wants, and The Inevitable.

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Finding Joy with Dr. Tanmeet Sethi

When we experience a difficult time, we may believe that finding joy is too hard, too much to hope for, and only for those who are resilient enough. According to Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, joy is an innate human right accessible to all. Dr. Sethi helps us rediscover joy, not as a destination or solution, but as a practice for healing. Dr. Sethi is a board-certified integrative family medicine physician and clinical associate professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She has spent the past 25 years working on the frontlines of the most marginalized communities, as well as globally with victims of school shootings, survivors of hurricanes, citizens impacted by police violence, and psychologists in Ukraine under attack. Dr. Sethi is the author of the book, Joy is My Justice: Reclaim What Is Yours.

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Seeing the Possibilities in Every Moment with Guy Finley

Many of us have a strong desire to become a better person. We read books and complete programs, and yet we still struggle. What we feel called to do can sometimes seem impossible. Guy Finley, is an internationally renowned spiritual teacher, talks about our potential for transformation and how we can discover the seed of possibility in every moment. Guy is the founder and director of Life of Learning Foundation located in Merlin, Oregon, and a best-selling author.

 

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Saving A Marriage with Dr. Frieda Birnbaum

Millennials are opting for prenups in record numbers compared to previous generations. They are also more likely to simultaneously plan for divorce while preparing for their wedding, essentially assuming that it won’t last. But what if you could take preemptive action to have one of the marriages that does last? Dr. Frieda Birnbaum says that an emotional prenup, the often-unnoticed emotional investment, is the key to a successful marriage! She discusses how to navigate difficult topics to avoid conflict and divorce. Dr. Birnbaum is a research psychologist, radio and television personality, and author of the book, Life Begins at 60.

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Finding Your Strength with Liz Hilliard

After starting her own business in her fifties, Fitness expert, Liz Hilliard, realized that while she was empowering other women to be strong and more themselves, she wasn’t living what she was preaching. Having been raised in the South and constantly doing what was expected, Liz sought to please others, but not herself. With the belief that people can be powerful at any age and the resolve to live authentically, she stepped out into the unknown and met both support and resistance. Liz shares her journey of self discovery and discusses how to stay true to yourself, no matter what others say. Liz founded the Hilliard Studio Method, an award winning core-centric, pilates-based workout program. Liz is the author of, Be Powerful: Find Your Strength at Any Age.

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Finding Meaning in Life’s Challenges with Emma Nadler

Change is the one constant in life and yet most of us are addicted to certainty. We like life to be neat and tidy but the reality is, it’s anything but. One day, Emma Nadler got a call from her daughter’s doctor that changed her life forever. Faced with the realities of raising a child with a rare genetic condition, she had to confront her preconceptions of motherhood and her perfectionistic beliefs. She discusses how to navigate whatever challenge life throws at you. Emma is a psychotherapist, author and speaker. She helps people understand and tolerate emotions, build deeper relationships, and find meaning in life's challenges. Her memoir, The Unlikely Village of Eden, is about learning to adapt and accept when life doesn’t go as planned.

 

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Change Your Brain to Achieve Post Traumatic Growth with Dr. Christy Gibson

Our bodies are built to respond to stress, but it’s easy to forget about your innate power when you are facing challenges. According to Dr. Christy Gibson, it is possible remodel your brain to achieve post-traumatic growth. She explains how to embrace your power and transform your life. Dr. Gibson is a physician, change agent, and trauma clinician. She is the author of the book, The Modern Trauma Toolkit: Nurture your post traumatic growth with personalized solutions.

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Miracles Happen with Brooke Ellison

At age 11,  Brooke Ellison was hit by a car, an accident that left her paralyzed from the neck down and dependent on a ventilator. Ten years later, she graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in cognitive neuroscience. At 23, she penned Miracles Happen, a memoir that was adapted into a movie, The Brooke Ellison Story, directed by Christopher Reeve. Brooke went on to earn her MPP from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, and a PhD in sociology from Stony Brook University. Today, she is a tenured professor at Stony Brook. Brook talks about the story of her remarkable life, and her belief that people possess the strength and grit to fight back when we feel all is lost. Brooke is also the author of Look Both Ways.

Combating Sex Trafficking with Ruchira Gupta

Ruchira Gupta is working to create a world where no child is bought or sold. As a journalist, Ruchira stumbled upon rows of villages with missing girls, which led her to became a life-long activist against sex-trafficking. She is a writer, feminist campaigner, professor at New York University, and founder of the anti-sex-trafficking organization, Apne Aap Women Worldwide. Ruchira won the Clinton Global Citizen award, the Sera Bangali Award, and an Emmy for outstanding investigative. She has helped more than 20,000 girls and women in India exit prostitution systems. She has also edited, As If Women Matter, an anthology of Gloria Steinem’s essays, and written manuals on human trafficking for the UN Office for Drugs and Crime. Ruchira’s debut novel is, I Kick and I Fly.

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A Journey of Recovery with Nadia Davis

How does someone who appears to have it all experience a horrific fall from grace? Nadia Davis has been a public figure in California for two decades. She grew up the daughter of a famous immigrant rights attorney, and later became the wife of the then State Attorney General. Her rise crashed in a drama-filled public fall that included drug abuse, a sex tape, blackmail, incarceration, and many years of recovery as a mother and a woman. Nadia discusses her journey of healing. Nadia is an attorney who has received numerous awards for her work including the John F. Kennedy Jr. Service Award. She is the author of the book, Home is Within You: A Memoir of Recovery and Redemption.

 

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Starting An Exercise Routine with Five Time Ironman Champ Craig Alexander

This time of year people begin to think about warmer temperatures and getting into shape. They rev up their exercise routines or start new ones. And with that comes the risk of injury. When you’re testing your limits, even a minor injury can alter your performance. Craig Alexander talks about the importance of physical fitness and having a plan to protect yourself from injuries. Craig is a former professional triathlete who is a 5-time Ironman World Champion.

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How to Navigate Adversity with Mark Nepo

When things break down or don’t go as planned, we can find ourselves struggling to survive. Finding the resilience to keep moving forward can be a daily challenge. Mark Nepo discusses how we can meet adversity by using the timeless teachings of the heart. Mark is a poet and philosopher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over 40 years. He’s a #1 New York Times bestselling author, and his numerous award winning books, including The Book of Awakening, have been translated into over 20 languages. Mark has appeared several times on Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul Sunday program. He was named one of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People by Watkins: Mind Body Spirit, and was also chosen as one of OWN’s Super Soul 100, a group of inspired leaders using their gifts and voices to elevate humanity. Mark’s new book is, Surviving Storms: Finding the Strength to Meet Adversity.

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Stop Living in Survival Mode with Dr. Friedemann Schaub

Have you ever wondered why you make yourself invisible, procrastinate, or please others to get their approval? According to Dr. Friedemann Schaub, our subconscious employs these types of survival patterns to protect us. But, living in a survival mode has significant downsides. Dr. Schaub discusses how to break free from the six most common survival patterns - the victim, the invisible, the procrastinator, the chameleon, the helper, and the lover - by engaging the subconscious, the part of the mind that created them in the first place. Dr. Schaub is a physician, researcher, personal development coach, and the author of the award-winning book, The Fear + Anxiety Solution. His new book is, The Empowerment Solution: Six Keys to Unlocking Your Full Potential with the Subconscious Mind.

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When Your Parent Is A Narcissist with Dr. Karyl McBride

Living with a narcissist can be challenging. But when that person is your parent, it can damage emotional growth and the ability to trust. Dr. Karyl McBride, a pioneer on the devastating effects of narcissistic abuse. discusses how we can understand and heal from narcissistic family abuse. Dr. McBride is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 40 years of experience in public and private practice, specializing in treatment of trauma. She is the author of several books including Will I Ever Be Good Enough?, Will I Ever Be Free of You?, and Will the Drama Ever End? Her work has also been featured in HuffPost and Psychology Today.

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Combating Hate with Matthew Williams

There’s a rise in hate speech online. Bullying is a growing problem. We have divided governments. Sometimes it may feel like we’re surrounded by hate. Matthew Williams, founder and director of HateLab and a professor of criminology, talks about how we can stop the proliferation of hate. Matthew is regarded as one of the world’s foremost experts in hate crime and hate speech. He advises and has conducted research for TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Google, The Professional Footballers’ Association, the Ministry of Justice, and the US Department of Justice. Matthew's research has appeared in numerous documentaries, radio and television programs, and on Amazon and Netflix, as well as publications worldwide. He is the author of the book, The Science of Hate: How Prejudice Becomes Hate and What We Can Do To Stop It.

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The Importance of Friends with Christie Tate

With all the friends we have on social media, are we really creating valuable, sustainable relationships? There is a growing loneliness epidemic and while we appear to be more connected than ever, many are lonelier than ever before. Why are we struggling to find the human connection we seek? Christie Tate, believes that it’s important for females to consciously recognize and elevate their friendship bonds. After realizing her life was a friendship graveyard, she embarked on a brutally honest exploration of her friendships sorting through the ways she kept the lasting bond she craved out of reach. She talks about the powerful transformative power of friendship. She is the author of the book, BFF: A Memoir of Friendship Lost and Found and of the New York Times bestseller Group, which was a Reese’s Book Club selection. She has been published in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Chicago Tribune, among others.

 

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Karen Johnson: Living with Grief

Anyone who is navigating grief often feels like there is no end to the pain. Life as they know it is over and there doesn’t feel like there is a way out. Karen Johnson’s professional career as a federal judge came to an abrupt halt when she lost her 27-year-old son to a heroin overdose. Rather than grieve in a way that made people around her comfortable, she did the unexpected. She quit her lifetime appointment career, sold her house with all her belongings, and traveled the world, finding a healing practice along the way. Karen shares her journey of transformation. Karen is a graduate of Georgetown Law Center, a former Fulbright Scholar in Afghanistan, and holds Masters Degrees in Public Health and Public and International Affairs. She is a retired federal administrative law judge who practiced criminal and energy law for more than 30 years. She also is a former US Army officer, Major, USAR. Karen is the author of the book, Living Grieving: Using Energy Medicine to Alchemize Grief and Loss.

 

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Get Paid for What You Know with Graham Cochrane

Imagine building a seven figure business that requires fewer than five hours of work per week. Graham Cochrane did just that. Graham founded The Recording Revolution, a once no-name blog about music and he turned it into a seven-figure business while working only a few hours per week.  He discusses how to better prioritize tasks, capitalize on the knowledge you already possess, and earn more in the year ahead — without burning yourself out in the process. According to Graham, your knowledge, passions, and skills can be transformed into a lucrative income stream that requires no college degree, zero employees, and less than $50 to get started. Graham is the author of the book,  How to Get Paid for What You Know. Graham is a business coach, YouTuber, and host of The Graham Cochrane Show podcast. He has been featured on CNBC Make It, and Business Insider, among others.

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Living Life to the Fullest with Barbara Becker

Can we live our lives more fully knowing some day we will die? Barbara Becker, an ordained interfaith chaplain and human rights activist, tested the ancient wisdom of living with the end in mind by allowing death to become her teacher. Barbara discusses how we can explore our curiosity and learn to live life to the fullest. Barbara is the author of the book, Heartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind.

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How to Face Your Fears with Lisa Thompson

Many of us allow fear to stop us from achieving what our heart desires. We don’t take risks. Lisa Thompson climbs mountains to challenge herself physically and to explore her own inner landscape. She teaches that we are responsible for defining our own boundaries, finding our own happiness, and facing our fears head-on. Lisa is a mountaineer, cancer survivor, and sought-after speaker and coach. Since she began climbing in 2008, she has summited some of the most challenging mountains in the world, including Everest. She has completed the Seven Summits, reaching the top of the highest peak of each of the seven continents. Through her company, Alpine Athletics, Lisa shares her message of strength and resilience. Lisa is the author of the book, Finding Elevation: Fear and Courage on the World's Most Dangerous Mountain.

 

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Elissa Epel, PhD: The Stress Prescription

Stress adds up in our bodies. We wake up with it, we carry it with us, and we pile on more throughout each day. It’s often a challenge to handle the daily hassles of life. According to Dr. Elissa Epel, we don’t have to live this way. She offers a prescription to living with more joy and ease. Dr. Epel is an internationally renowned health psychologist who is focusing on how to live well and thrive with stress, despite the challenges we face personally and globally. She is a professor at UCSF and the director of UCSF’s Aging, Metabolism, and Emotion Center. She is a member of the National Academy of Medicine, past president of Academy of Behavioral Medicine, and serves on scientific advisory committees for the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Epel has received awards from Stanford University, the Society of Behavioral Medicine, and the American Psychological Association. She is the coauthor of the New York Times bestseller The Telomere Effect. Her new book is The Stress Prescription: Seven Days to More Joy and Ease.

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Andreas Michaelides, PhD: The Noom Mindset

Each January many people set goals for the year. They resolve to lose weight and get in shape. And while we know what we should do, usually a few weeks into our attempts at change, we fall back into our old patterns and habits. According to Dr. Andreas Michaelides, when it comes to your goals, having the right mindset is key to any successful change in behavior. You might know what you should do, but what matters is why you want to do it, and how you’re going to do it in a way that works for you long-term. Dr. Michaelides is a clinical psychologist who is chief of psychology for Noom. He developed Noom’s human coaching program and he oversees a team of over a thousand coaches who help users meet their long-term goals by better understanding themselves, their brain, and the science of choice. He has been featured in Inc. and on NBC and CBS. The innovative team behind Noom, has written their first book, The Noom Mindset: Learn the Science, Lose the Weight.

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Matthew Quick: We Are the Light

We all experience challenges in life. For some, it’s difficult to express their feelings and so they mask their hidden pain with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, isolation, or even violence. Matthew Quick understand that pain. Matthew experienced a “dark night of the soul” after using alcohol and drugs to treat his extreme anxiety and depression. He got sober in 2018, only to experience five years of crippling writer’s block. Matthew talks about how he healed and what he learned. Matthew is the New York Times bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook, which was made into an Oscar-winning film. His other books include, The Good Luck of Right Now, Love May Fail and The Reason You’re Alive. The Hollywood Reporter has named Matthew one of Hollywood’s 25 Most Powerful Authors. His new book is, We Are the Light.

 

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Rabbi Daniel Cohen: The Secret of the Light

Sometimes we get caught up with drama or the darkness that surrounds us. And when that happens, we can lose our way. Rabbi Daniel Cohen believes we all possess the power to reignite our inner light and share it with the world. He offers guidance and explains The Secret of the Light, which is the title of his new book.

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Art Dielhenn: Get Out Of Your Head It’s A Mess In There

The mind is miraculous, it never stops. It can take you to the highest highs and without warning, plummet you into darkness. According to Art Dielhenn, the mind is so relentlessly compelling that man has tried to manage it, understand it, control it, ignore it, teach it, and fix it. He offers strategies to help us get out of our head. Art had a successful Hollywood career, where he directed over 300 prime time episodes and 15 pilots including Punky Brewster, Head of the Class, Silver Spoons, Webster, and Sister/Sister. He transitioned to a career as a certified career coach and established Los Angeles Coaching in 2000. Art is the author of Get Out Of Your Head, It’s A Mess In There!

 

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Stephen Post, PhD: Dignity for Forgetful People

How do we approach a loved one with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive disorders in a way that affirms their continuing self-identity? Dr. Stephen Post has worked around the world helping caregivers navigate the challenges of a loved one’s cognitive decline. According to Dr. Post, focusing discussion and resources on the dignity of these individuals and the respite needs of their caregivers is vital. Dr. Post is an elected member of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board of Alzheimer's Disease International, and one of only three recipients of the Alzheimer's Association Distinguished Service Award. In 2001, he founded the Institute for Research on Unlimited Love with Sir John Templeton. Dr. Post is the founding director of the Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care, and Bioethics at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University. His newest book is, Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People: How Caregivers Can Meet the Challenges of Alzheimer’s Disease.

 

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Lorna Byrne: Angel Guidance

Anyone who has watched the Holiday Classic, It’s A Wonderful Life, can fondly recall Clarence, the guardian angel sent to earth to aid George Bailey in his time of need. Clarence helped George see the value in his life, and George helped Clarence earn his wings. This touching story has led many to wonder if there really are angels by our side and what their role may be in our lives. Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to angels since she was a baby. As a young child, she assumed everyone could see the beings who always accompanied her. Today, sick and troubled people from around the world are drawn to her for comfort and healing, and even theologians of different faiths seek her guidance. Lorna offers us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potential within us all. She is the author of seven best-selling books, including Angels in My Hair, A Message of Hope from the Angels. She is founder of the Lorna Byrne Children’s Foundation, and the Seraph Foundation. Lorna has been featured worldwide by CNN, NBC Today, BBC, The London Times, The Economist, and many others.

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Steve Lopez: Your Next Chapter

Many people spend their working years looking forward to the time when they can retire. But when that time comes, leaving a steady income and identity a job provides can be scary. How does a person know if he or she is ready, or even wants to retire? Steve Lopez, a longtime columnist for the Los Angeles Times, faces the same questions. Grappling with his own decision, he used his reporter skills not only to look inward but also to interview experts and peers to collect a variety of perspectives on retirement. Steve writes about what he learned in his latest book, Independence Day: What I Learned About Retirement, from Some Who’ve Done It And Some Who Never Will. Steve is a four-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and best-selling author who is the winner of more than a dozen national journalism awards. He has written three novels and a best-selling non-fiction book, The Soloist, which is the subject of a Dreamworks movie by the same name.

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Elaine Pofeldt: Imposter Syndrome

Do you experience moments of self-doubt about your achievements? Do you think that everyone else knows more than you do? Do you have trouble seeing the value in the services you provide? Imposter syndrome is that little voice in your head that casts doubt and makes you feel like you are not good enough. It can stop you from moving forward and miss out on opportunities. It’s been reported that entrepreneurs and freelance consultants are more susceptible to imposter syndrome because they rely on self confidence to make a living, and they may not have the support network to help them when these moments arise. The good news is that imposter syndrome is not permanent and it can be overcome. Elaine Pofeldt discusses strategies to navigate these feelings of inadequacy. Elaine is the author of The Million-Dollar, One-Person Business and Tiny Business, Big Money: Strategies for Creating a High-Revenue Microbusiness. She is an independent journalist who specializes in small business and entrepreneurship. Her work has appeared on CNBC, and in Fortune, Money, Forbes, and many other publications.

Kathleen Nadeau, PhD: Adults with ADHD

ADHD often goes undiagnosed in older adults and very few resources focus on age 55 plus. According to Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, there are steps adults with ADHD can take to reclaim control and lead calmer, happier, more productive lives. She discusses how we can create a more ADHD friendly lifestyle. Dr. Nadeau is founder and clinical director of the largest private ADHD specialty clinic in the United States and author of the book many books including her newest, Still Distracted After All These Years: Help and Support for Older Adults with ADHD.

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Karen Casey: A New Beginning

Over the years, readers around the world have come to regard Karen Casey as a trusted companion on the recovery journey. In 1982, Karen’s book, Each Day A New Beginning, defined a genre as the first daily meditation book for women in alcoholism recovery. Today, 40 years later and with more than two dozen books to her credit, Karen is still writing, taking one day at a time, and connecting with groups all over the world. Karen talks about her life’s work and the 40th anniversary edition of Each Day A New Beginning.

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Ash Beckham: Step Up

What makes someone a leader? Ash Beckham challenges us to embrace a different vision of leadership, one in which we stop focusing on external authorities and start reclaiming our own ability to create change. According to Ash, “We need people to step up and be the change they wish to see in the world.” Ash is an inclusion activist, leadership expert, professional trainer, and author of Step Up: How to Live with Courage and Become an Everyday Leader.

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Jaime Pula, PhD: Rise Above

If we have learned anything over the past few years, it’s the importance of maintaining a healthy mind and body. Dr. Jaime Pula guides people to better physical and mental health. Dr. Pula believes that we need to educate people for awareness in a way that is so obvious they’re motivated and commit.

In her book, Rise Above: A Playbook On How To Keep Energy Flowing, Dr. Pula presents an innovative behavior change formula using both the sciences and the arts - coupled with best practices and tailorization - to create, enhance, and sustain healthy outcomes.

In a recent conversation she shared some of what she teaches.

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Kristine Carlson: Heartbroken Open

Kristine Carlson, says that it’s possible to love your life after profound loss and major change. She knows this because she has lived it. In 2006, after building the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff franchise with her husband Dr. Richard Carlson, Kristine’s “perfect story” took a tragic turn as she unexpectedly lost her husband. In a blink, Kristine’s best friend and life partner was gone. Through that tragedy, she came to understand intimately how our losses are our defining moments, and that how we go through them shapes us. Kristine is a New York Times bestselling author, transformational speaker, and empathic guide for people experiencing major life transitions. She is the author of the book, Heartbroken Open: A True Story of Coming Alive Again After Profound Loss. The book inspired a Lifetime TV biopic movie, Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, which starred Heather Locklear.

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Scott Miller: Master Mentors

Today’s world is ever changing and many would argue that our leadership style has not kept pace with those changes. Scott Miller works with some of the world’s greatest leaders. He shares insights that can make us become better leaders and take our personal and professional lives to the next level. Scott is a speaker, author, FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought leadership, and host of FranklinCovey’s On Leadership with Scott Miller podcast. He is the author and co-author of multiple best-selling books including his newest, Mastor Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from our Greatest Minds, Volume 2.

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Machiel Klerk: Dream Guidance

Everyone dreams- but most people don't know that their dreams can be used for personal development. Machiel Klerk shares how, through dream incubation, you can manifest the life of your dreams just by cultivating an intimate relationship with your own dreams and taking the guidance you receive from your subconscious. According to Machiel,  if you ask the right question and keep an open mind, your dream will give you an answer. Machiel is a licensed therapist, expert and international speaker on dreams. He has traveled the world studying various cultures, their healing traditions and dream practices. In his new book Dream Guidance Connecting to the Soul Through Dream Incubation, Machiel explains how dreams can help us in all areas of our daily lives. He is also the founder of the online organization Jung Platform.

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Joel Green: Strength from Struggle

Joel Green teaches how to respond to life rather than react to it. By using a process he calls filtering, Joel says we can extract the good and essential from our daily occurrences. Joel is CEO of Pro Level Training, the National director of Nike Sports Camps, a former professional basketball player, and a motivational speaker. In addition, Joel is a professional sports and fitness model and actor, who he has been featured in commercials, most recently he was the face of Cheez-It crackers Celebrity Crunch Classic campaign, in which he was solely featured on millions of snack boxes. Joel is the author of the book, Filtering: The Way To Extract Strength From The Struggle.

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Sheree Trask: Healing After Trauma

If you have experienced a trauma, you may be left wondering why it happened and how you can heal. According to Sheree Trask, you were a victim the moment it happened, but you don’t have to remain one any longer. Sheree was sexually assaulted at age 19. She remained silent for 3.5 years. Once she broke her silence, she got sick and spent the next (nearly) decade in and out of the hospital with unexplained illnesses. Sheree finally found the courage to go inward and heal. It was through healing the relationship with herself, and having the courage to speak up and be seen, that she was able to accept the gift in her pain.

In her book, Surviving Silence: A Healing Path to Living Out Loud After Trauma, Sheree shares her story and takes readers on a journey of self discovery inviting them to rediscover and reclaim the forgotten pieces they’ve stashed away. She reminds us that everyone is worthy and capable of healing no matter what they’ve been through.

In a recent conversation Sheree shared some of what she’s learned.

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Holly Robinson Peete: Navigating Autism

It has been reported that autism affects approximately 1 in 44 children in the United States and it impacts all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. Holly Robinson Peete’s son, RJ, was diagnosed with autism at age 3. Her journey with RJ empowered her to take an active role in advocating for people with autism. In her new book, Charlie Makes A Splash, which she co-wrote with RJ, Holly and RJ share awareness about autism with other kids who have been touched by it in some way. Holly is an actress, singer and activist. She is known for her roles on 21 Jump Street, Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, and  For Your Love. She also served as one of the original co-hosts of the CBS Daytime talk show, The Talk. Holly’s children's book, My Brother Charlie, won her an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work in March 2011, and in 2012 the book was awarded the Dolly Gray Children's Literature Award.

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