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Blogger, Nicole Romanella-O’Neal shares her story of searching for the perfect diet. She realized that everyone says they’ll start their diet on Monday. Her story and blog will encourage you to change your mindset and not eat your feelings. MondayDieter.com
Business owner and mother, Estie Rand shares her inspirational story of finding the courage to become an entrepreneur. She gives tips on how she is able to be successful in her career as well as be a full-time parent. Her story will encourage you to lead your life and accomplish all of your goals.
Robert Crown reviews his book Suffering Ends When Awakening Begins which will inspire you and give you the courage to overcome any obstacles you may face.
We all have hopes and dreams that we want so badly to come true. Well-meaning people can talk us out of those dreams and we will always wonder, “what if?” When you focus all your thoughts and energy on what you want to come to pass your determination is what will sustain you. Grammy award nominee, pianist Carol Rosenberger reviews her book, To Play Again: A Memoir of Musical Survival. Carol was at the pinnacle of her career when paralytic polio caused her to lose her ability to play. Carol recounts the struggles she had and the focused determination that allowed her to play again. Learn more…
Their is power in your words. Many times we don’t realize that what was spoken over us a child still influences who we are today. The words you speak can either build up or tear down the people around you. Additionally, the thoughts that you think, essentially the words in your mind, also have power over you. Do you think affirming thoughts or thoughts that discourage you and stop you from reaching your dreams? Your words have power. Use them in the right way. Business Development Expert Moe Vela served as the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Advisor on Hispanic Affairs for Vice President Al Learn more…
We all have hopes and dreams that we want to accomplish, but unfortunately, well meaning people can discourage us from even trying. The best gift you can give yourself is to self-encourage. What would you say to a friend who was wanting to make a change in her life? That is exactly what you can say to yourself. When you verbally encourage yourself it quiets down the negative, self-defeating thoughts that ruminate in your mind. Jennifer Cohn tells her story of making a career change. She shares how she had more people who were not supportive than those who were. She found that the only Learn more…
As children we understand how we fit into the world. As we develop those same thoughts will often shape our estem and value. Did you realize that those individuals whom you idolize are just like you? They may receive accolades for their accomplishments, but your greatness is just as significant as theirs. Author and internationally known speaker, Charlie Harary reviews his book, UNLOCKING GREATNESS: The Unexpected Journey from the Life You Have to the Life You Want. This book will revolutionize your life and help you realize that every moment is full of greatness. For more information on Charlie and to purchase his book please visit Learn more…
Your dreams are closer than you think. When we were children we often had ideas of who and what we wanted to become. As we matured that changed over time. When we have a dream in our heart well-meaning people can talk us out of it and, unfortunately, we settle for mediocrity. Regardless of what others say, if you have a dream in your heart, make it come true. Author, Mark Oristano, shares his latest book, Surgeon’s Story: If You Can’t Operate in Heels, You Can’t Operate! This inspirational book tells the story of Dr. Kristine Guleserain, one of the top Pediatric Heart Surgeons in Learn more…
We often look at famous people and think we could never be like them. When we think too far out in our future we often feel overwhelmed and think we can never achieve our goals. When you feel overwhelmed it means you are thinking too far out in your future. Focus on what you can do in this moment that will bring you closer to your goal? Motivational coach, Jimmy Hayes Nelson shares his personal story of being an overweight, three time college dropout and how he found his motivation for change. He shares his wisdom in how he helps his clients find their own Learn more…
There are situations in our lives where we are motivated to see change. We have an internal motivator that keeps us focused when times get tough. If you do not have a “buy in” to the changes you want to make you will not be able to sustain your goal. Setting clear expectations with tangible measurements will help you maintain your level of motivation to accomplish your plan. Zena Contreras is a Life Coach and Intuitive with over twenty years of professional consulting and coaching experience. This is her second interview in this two part series. In the first interview Zena shares her inspirational story of Learn more…
We all will experience some form of dysfunction in our lives. It can manifest itself through our family, relationships, work, and in random life events. It’s important to surround yourself with healthy individuals who will remind you that dysfunction is not normal. Your self-talk will determine how you counteract the dysfunction you are experiencing. If you don’t have people in your life who can encourage you, encourage yourself through inspirational content. Zena Contreras is a Life Coach and Intuitive with over twenty years of professional consulting and coaching experience. She will be interviewed in a two part series. In this first episode Zena shares her inspirational Learn more…
Your environment has taught you many life lessons. These lessons are legacies that have been passed down through generations. You also create mini legacies when you leave work, school or when you end a conversation. Do you enhance or hinder your environment? When you are mindful that you influence your environment it helps you remember you have a responsibility to the people around you. Author and Motivational Speaker, Will Little shares his incredible story of being convicted and sentenced to prison for ten years for 3rd-degree murder. He recounts his childhood and the lessons he was taught which shaped his life. Upon his release, he Learn more…
When you have self-compassion you will live a fulfilled life. The majority of us would never be cruel or mean to strangers. We often will go out of our way to be kind to others and put other’s needs before our own. Unfortunately, we do not use this same mentality when we talk to ourselves. Often we are negative and mean in our thoughts and behaviors. When you change your self-talk and demonstrate self compassion you will live a fulfilled, successful, fife. Motivational speaker, Maryam Webster shares her powerful story of incorporating self compassion in her own life. Compassion was instrumental in helping her heal Learn more…
Many times we experience situations and we are adamant that we are right. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. When we analyze what is factual instead of what we think to be true, sometimes it’s not what it seems to be. Remember, your perception determines how you feel. Your feelings determine what you do. Reframing what you perceive to be true will help you live a healthy life. Life coach and author, Shira Taylor Gura shares her amazing book, Getting unStUCK: Five Simple Steps to Emotional Well-Being. She shares her own struggles with getting stuck on many situations in her life and how she was determined to Learn more…
Healthy families don’t assign family roles. We have all seen movies where there are token characters that we expect. Did you realize your family has certain roles that each of you play? These family roles are dysfunctional, but create a sense of “order” in families. In this episode you will hear what these family roles are and how to break this generational family cycle. Author, Jodee Prouse, shares her memoir, The Sun Is Gone: A Sister Lost in Secrets, Shame, and Addiction, and How I Broke Free. Jodee gives a first hand account of a sober child living in this dysfunctional system, the family role she Learn more…
When you embrace change you grow exponentially. As we grow, we naturally develop – life and circumstances change us. However, many times we become stuck in our routine that we don’t ever try new things This causes us to become fearful or avoid any changes in life. If we haven’t practiced how to proactively change, when life demands we do change, we can often become paralyzed. Embrace change today. Kathy Gruver, PhD, is a woman of change. She embraces life head on and does not resist when obstacles or new opportunities come her way. She shares her personal story and how she has grown and Learn more…
Your self-talk determines your success. We all have thoughts that can plague us with fear and doubt. What you believe to be true determines what you think. What you think, determines what you feel. Consequently, what you feel tells your body what to do – which creates your habits. When you analyze the looping thoughts that continually bombard your mind you will realize that your self-talk may not be as encouraging and supportive as you thought. This episode gives you practical tools to interrupt those thoughts and change them to something encouraging and supportive. Motivational speaker and life coach, Rocky Detwiler, shares his powerful story. He was a Learn more…
Failure, it’s not what you think. Each one of us has experienced some sort of failure in our life. It often feels very final and invokes feelings of inferiority, shame, and other powerful, negative emotions. However, if you solely focus on the current situation and get stuck in these feelings, you will never reach your highest potential. Failure is simply the stepping stone to your next success. Business expert and author, Lennox Cornwall, shares his own story of failing in his first business venture. He realized that this “failure” was a setup for something bigger and better. He reviews the key strategies in his phenomenal Book: Embracing Failure: Learn more…
You don’t have to be an artist or a musician to create. Did you realize that problem solving is a creative talent? Learning how and when to be creative is one of the most important steps for successful creativity. When you implement these, and many other practical tools and techniques that you will hear in today’s lesson, it will help you find your creative voice. Recording artist, Eddy Mann, shares his life journey and how he started his career. He shares his creative methods with his music as well as in his mind and spirit. He gives you practical tools that will help you stay focused Learn more…
Giving to others makes you healthier. We all remember the people who impacted us when we were younger. Their loving interactions shaped who we are today. Did you know that you also influence the people around you? If you aren’t able to give to your community, then start with a smile or a simple acknowledgement to the person on the street. A simple gesture will go a long way. Country music artist, Madelyn Victoria, shares her story of how she started her career and those who influenced her. Madelyn is passionate about giving back to her community and helping bring a smile to many young children. She uses her Learn more…