Life Change Solutions: Recent Episodes
Kendra Crompton
Are you experiencing a difficult change in your life?
Are you struggling with how to cope, adapt, or accept change?
Have you wanted to make changes in your life, but no matter how hard you try you just can’t seem to?
Have you lost hope that things will ever change?
If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place.
Welcome to Life Change Solutions – a podcast dedicated to Hope Health and Happiness. I’m Kendra Crompton, a health and wellness professional with over 38 years of experience guiding people through change. My mission is to lift spirits and lighten loads. This podcast is a place to learn, share, grow and find our own unique path to positive outcomes in physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and social well-being. Join me and inspiring guests on this journey as we find solutions, share some laughs, maybe a tear. . . and find hope, health and happiness along the way.
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In honor of Valentine’s Day coming up in the month of February, Kendra dedicates this episodeto LOVE. She explores the relationship of LOVE, life, change, health and happiness. Does LOVE really make the world go round? According to Leo Buscaglia, it does even more than that. It is
what life is all about and this life is the classroom for learning to love and the basis for change!Listen as Kendra shares research and her insights about LOVE and Happiness.
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What is the secret to living to 102 years old? In this episode Kendra interviews Consuelo, a centurion who is 102 and her caregiver daughter, Connie. They have a lighthearted, but insightful conversation on the changes that occur with aging and caregiving of loved ones. You will hear Consuelo’s secret to aging and it is not what you might expect! Her lively, spunky personality comes through as she shares her sweet smile and happy demeanor explaining that she doesn’t think about her age but instead focuses living and enjoying every day, attending her great grandkids events and being a apart of their lives.
Consuelo’s Secrets for Living to 102
1 – BE THANKFUL
2 – Eat whatever you want, but not a lot!
3 – BE HAPPY
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This episode is a fun mother son conversation about life changes and introspection on what makes us who we are. Kendra and her son Tommy take a walk down memory lane and talk about life, successes, failures and the moments that bring growth and rally us to move forward. Kendra shares her memories of raising Tommy and he shares his insights about growing up.
Some highlights include:
· Kids need to have a certain degree of freedom to have fun, explore, trip, and fall.
· Failure is a part of life and helps us grow and become who need to be.
· You need to keep pressing on even in the midst of insurmountable odds.
· Sometimes you need to fake it till you make it.
· Understand what is under your control and what you can and can’t do.
· Appreciate the amount of hardship it takes to succeed.
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Find Kendra’s book on Amazon on sale for $6.99 this month only:
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If you’re looking to make changes in the New Year, this is the episode for you! Kendra offers insights and ideas of how to find fulfillment and happiness, and become who you are meant to be. This show answers some great questions to include the different outside professionals you may want to reach out to as you set specific goals. She shares some of her favorite books to add to your list of good reads for this year. The quotes from her book are inspiring and will lift your spirits today. Her book is on SALE on Amazon this month only so pick up a copy today!
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Have you ever wondered how some marriages last even through the most difficult challenges? In this week’s episode Kendra interviews one of her favorite clients, Bob Cherry. He is inspiring and full of wisdom as he shares how he has maintained a long lasting, loving, and endearing marriage through incredible hardships. Bob’s story is a reminder that while life may be unfair, it can be fulfilling, and relationships can flourish even through the most difficult of times. Learn how his commitment and dedication to his wife and family have brought him hope, health and happiness.
Bob’s Wisdom on Love and Life
Be committed in your relationship
Don’t expect marriage to be easy
Stresses are necessary for growth
Tread lightly on feelings
Learn and understand basic human nature
Look into the reason why people say what they say before reacting
Be introspective about yourself and others
Keep your body like a new car – clean and running well.
Happiness is being in the process of achieving goals.
Bob’s Favorite book
Love – What life is all about! By Leo Buscaglia
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On this week’s episode Kendra shares her story. She is captivating and real as she shares details of her upbringing, challenges, and experiences, growing up in a small town and then living in various parts of the world, raising a family, going through a divorce, returning to school, and reinventing herself. She tells about the changes she’s experienced and how she’s gotten through them with hope, health, and happiness. She is inspiring and motivating as she explains how she wrote a book, and why she started a podcast. She announces the discount of her book for the month of January and encourages all to find their passion and do it!
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This week’s episode features business owner and fellow Podcaster Arielle Leavitt, best known as “The Connector”. Arielle loves making connections and seeing what amazing things come from them. Her passion is bringing people together from all walks of life to engage, learn, share, grow networks, and see what amazing things come from just one conversation. She shares her own journey of becoming a podcaster and how connections have changed her life and of the many people she has met. Arielle inspires us to understand how one person can be a positive influence for good in the world by making connections and how just “One conversation can change your life”.
You can find Arielle on her podcast: The Connector with Arielle Leavitt
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This weeks episode features the inspiring story of one man’s journey through recovery. Kendra interviews Marco Marillo a recovering addict for 7 years and how he is giving back through his podcast - "By All Means Necessary”. Marco is humble, grateful and insightful as he shares his story of addiction and recovery. His story is one of hope and healing and happiness. At this holiday season when relapse is at its highest, Marco shares some tips to help those struggling with addiction get through the holidays with hope, health and happiness. If you know someone struggling with addiction or who is in recovery please share this podcast with them. Tips for the holidays - Be aware of People places things - be open with friends and family, go early, and leave early before drinking begins - Go to more meetings during the holidays - Reach out to support system - group, sponsor, therapist This season give yourself the gift by living in the present and recognize where you are versus where you’ve been! If you liked this podcast leave a review by: Clicking on the 3 dots at the top of the podcast. Then click on “go to Show.” Swipe down and you will see five stars. Below that you will see “Write a review.” You can find Marco Morillo’s podcast - By All Means Necessary wherever you listen to your shows and on YouTube. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=kendra+crompton Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mylifechangsolutions.com
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In this episode Kendra interviews Makenna Ferrell and Ellie Merrell, two young women who left home, family, friends, and studies for 18 months to serve missions for their church. They tell their stories of how it has changed their lives and the lives of many others they meet every day. They share a message of light, hope, and love and invite us to participate in the
“Light the World” campaign during this holiday season.
Ideas to share your light this holiday season
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Call someone you miss
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Carry an extra snack for someone in need
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Let a stranger go ahead of you in line
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Give a hug to a friend
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Tell a loved one they matter to you
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Visit with an elderly neighbor
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Take a walk with a friend
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Send a thank-you note to a healthcare worker
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Give someone a compliment
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Leave an uplifting message on social media
Go to Lighttheworld.org for more ideas
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In this special holiday episode, Kendra interviews Janet Brockway, the event coordinator of a Holiday Authentic Recreation of Historic Bethlehem in Coral Springs, Florida. Janet shares her experience of volunteering for over 20 years and how it has brought joy to herself, family and community. She shares how using talents and passion brings purpose to volunteers, and peace and joy to those who are being served. Her message of faith and volunteering inspires hope that love can grow and flourish in the world, in relationships and communities.
Bethlehem Revisited is open this year on December 9-13th from 7-9pm.
It is located at 8650 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs, Florida Contact: Bethlehemrevisited25@gmail.com or 954-752-0333
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Do you want to lose weight and keep it off? In this Episode Kendra interviews Joanne Wallace who has lost 45 pounds and kept it off. Joanne tells how she transformed her life, gained new purpose, and is now inspiring and helping others with healthy lifestyle changes. She also shares great tips for maintaining weight and staying healthy during the holidays.
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In this episode Kendra interviews special guest, Michelle Page, who among her many qualifications is a Certified Mind Body Medicine Facilitator through the Center for Mind Body Medicine. Michelle shares her story of major life changes including her journey of exploring different careers to find fulfillment and purpose. Stay tuned till the very end where she shares a calming mindfulness meditation. (Please note this should not be done while driving)
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Having trouble sleeping? Today’s episode addresses the increasing epidemic of Insomnia and how getting better SLEEP can change your life. Kendra shares valuable insights and tips that will help you sleep better tonight.
Thank you for listening.
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In this episode Kendra responds to listeners comments on how to get motivated to lose weight and be healthy. She shares stories of friends and clients and gives tips to help inspire and make changes for a healthier, happier life.
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RECOGNIZE and be specific on your WHY and VISUALIZE! Then draw it or write it down!
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REFRAME negative self-talk to positive self-talk
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RECRUIT a friend, family member or trainer for support and accountability
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REMEMBER how good you feel when you exercise, eat right and sleep well
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RECORD your successes (Keep a food and exercise Journal)
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MAKE IT FUN – try pickle ball, dance or walk with a friend or listen to a podcast or book!
MINDFULNESS MATTERS AND CONSISTENCY COUNTS!
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In this week’s podcast Kendra interviews two amazing women who both recently lost their spouses. Monica Barnes and Janelle Goins share their stories of how they got through that difficult time and found hope, health, and happiness along the way. They share beautiful insights and offer ideas and tips for those who lose a spouse as well as for those who wish to help others who are experiencing loss.
Tips for getting through loss
Find a reason to get up and get dressed every morning
Write in a Gratitude journal – every day find one thing to be grateful for
Never go 24 hours without some type of human interaction
Do something that gives you purpose and brings you joy, i.e., creating something, traveling etc.
Be open to trying new things
Exercise
Tips for friends and family
Just be there for the person, drive them, sit with them, take them to lunch/dinner etc.
Don’t just ask – what can I do?
Give specific suggestions of what you can do to help, i.e., bring dinner, clean bathrooms, mow lawn, rake leaves etc.
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This week Kendra shares her mom’s recent experience with a debilitating accident landing her in a hospital, broken and bruised, far from family; dealing with the stages of change: denial, acceptance and moving on with hope, health and happiness.
Seven tips to help you or a loved one go through a debilitating change
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Look for a support system; family, friends, church congregation
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Change mindset from negative bias’s to positive – non productive thoughts to productive thoughts
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Focus on what you can do versus what you can’t do. (Write, read, talk to a friend, play cards etc)
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Encourage healing and enjoyable Food choices.
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Encourage Movement – exercise – to lift mood.
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Recognize strengths and how they can help you get through this change
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REFRAME thoughts!! “I’m too old, I can’t do this” to “I’ve done hard things – I can do this”
“ This is too painful, I want to die” to “I want to live to see my granddaughter get married.”
Mindfulness Matters!! Negative experiences are necessary for happiness!
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In this episode Kendra has a fun interview with her youngest daughter Kallina. They reminisce about the transitions and changes in their relationship from child to teenager to young adult. Kallina shares some great insight and wisdom for young people, siblings and parents. Episode notes: - Find balance in school and social life - Teachers have a great influence on students future - Siblings can grow closer once they leave home through texting, phone calls. - Empty nester’s experience “Emptiness” syndrome. - Young adults are often having to move home for first jobs after college till they can afford to move out and live on their own. - Getting experience counts more than education to move up in a career. - Seeing parents as imperfect and vulnerable creates more meaningful conversations and closer relationships. - Family becomes more important and valued as you get older. Contact Kendra Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-crompton-7692a013 Instagram: @kendra_crompton YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=kendra+crompton Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Change-Solutions-Health-Happiness/dp/B08HGNS1QV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ACK32EN6Z8QK&keywords=Kendra+Crompton&qid=1664235107&sprefix=kendra+crompton%2Caps%2C111&sr=8-1
In this episode we address one of our listener’s concerns on finding balance with boundaries, freedom and love with teenagers. Kendra interviews Danielle Barone, a therapist, who specializes in treating teenagers and young adults with a thriving practice in Boca Raton, Florida. We discuss the changing relationship of parents and teenagers, and offer ideas and solutions to challenges while sharing experiences that will make you laugh!
Contact Daniel at Daniellebaronelcsw@gmail.com
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Kendra's book – Life Change Solutions - A guide for hope, health and happiness is available at Amazon
Episode Notes for helping teenagers flourish
· Join Social Platforms – snapchat, twitter, tik tok
· LISTEN to understand - Ask yourself, “How can I understand you better?”
· PAUSE – to be proactive versus reactive
· Validate – positive reinforcement – 7 positives for 1 negative
· Open line of communications – talk about important issues – sex, drugs, friends etc.
· Create space to fail and in those moments show up with love and no judgement
· ASK QUESTIONS – for understanding and hear!
· Be Available, Be Present, LISTEN
· Build a relationship with your teenager – go to lunch, walk or other activity together
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For more information where you can find help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988, or text GO to 741741
This episode discusses the challenges of difficult life changes and how the outcome can be sweeter than we ever imagined.
This week, Kendra interviews special guest Yadira Ricardez about her life story of change and how she went from childhood trauma, abduction, rape, abuse, depression to fulfilling her dream of bee keeping and finding love and happiness along the way.
Yadira’s steps to finding the sweeter side of Change
- Maintained hope through faith in God
- Created friendships for support
- Positive self-talk
- Focused on what she could do to improve her situation like School and Career
- Helped others in worse situations than herself – (taught Bee Keeping to poor villagers)
- Set a boundary and stuck to it even with the great cost of losing everything
- Sought out support – father, brother, church, therapy, support groups
- Practiced mindfulness and meditative techniques – particularly Soft Belly breathing
- Changed mindset and heart to be open to love and happiness
- Be present
- TREAT YOURSELF WITH LOVE AND RESPECT!
Yadira’s final advice:
KNOW WHO YOU ARE
LOVE WHAT YOU DO
HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR AND KEEP SMILING!
If you have any questions or comments, contact Yadira at bhoneyb2022@gmail.com or
Kendra at Kmcrompton57@gmail.com, mylifechangesolutions.com or @kendra_crompton
My book, MY LIFE CHANGE SOLUTIONS – A guide to Hope, Health and Happiness is available on Amazon linked below.
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