Change is the one constant in life. Whether we like it or not, people and circumstances will change. We will get sick. Loved ones will die. Jobs will be lost. Couples will grow apart. And children will move out. And when that happens, we are scared and sometimes lost. But here is the good news, each one of us can write the next chapter of our life. No matter what we face, we can raise the curtain to a second act. Joan Herrmann will give you the tools, inspiration, and motivation, to write the next part of your story!
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. The Modern Trauma Toolkit- Christy Gibson, MD Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Live coaching and mentoring with Doug Dane Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Dr. Tanmeet Sethi Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL
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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. Find out more about Brooke Ellison Find about about Joan Herrmann and CYACL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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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. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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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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.Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa Professor at Columbia Business School and Foundeer of the Mentora InstituteJoan Herrmann CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you feel despair, numb or even hopeless when navigating addiction and mental health issues alongside someone you love? According to Pamela Brinker, caring for a child, spouse, parent, or friend can feel like it’s pulling the life from you. In her book, Conscious Bravery: Caring for Someone with Addiction, Pamela offers lifesaving skills and crucial pillars for growth. Pamela is a psychotherapist who has treated thousands of clients and has developed tools and practices to teach conscious bravery. Find out about the author Pamela Brinker hereJoan Herrmann CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is it possible to be a successful leader and a compassionate human being? Jim Blake says not only is it possible, but it’s the key to effective leadership. In his book, The Zen Executive: Gems of Wisdom for Enlightened Leadership, Jim creates a blueprint for enlightened leadership. He draws from ancient teachings to help us achieve personal and professional goals, over come challenges, and take risks. Jim is the CEO of Unity World Headquarters.Find out more about Jim Blake and Unity Village Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gaslighting is a technique of manipulating others to gain control. Gaslighters use a series of tactics to distort the truth making their victims question their own reality. Dr. Stephanie Sarkis sheds light on gaslighting and she offers strategies to help us cope and break free. Dr Sarkis is a psychotherapist specializing in ADHD, anxiety, and narcissistic abuse. She is a senior contributor to Forbes, and is also a contributor to Psychology Today and The Huffington Post. Dr. Sarkis is the best-selling author of multiple books including, Gaslighting: Recognize Manipulative and Emotionally Abusive People -- and Break Free.
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We all are going to get older, there is nothing we can do about that. But did you know that you also have a biological age, which scientists can measure by assessing how your genes are expressed through epigenetics? According to Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, exciting new research shows that your biological age can actually move in reverse! Dr. Fitzgerald shares a diet and lifestyle plan that shows you how to influence your epigenetics for a younger you. Dr. Fitzgerald lectures globally on functional medicine. She is on the faculty at the Institute for Functional Medicine and maintains a clinical practice in Newtown, Connecticut. She is the author of the book, Younger You Reverse Your Bio Age—and Live Longer, Better.
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Finding out you have cancer can be devastating. Feelings of depression, anxiety and fear are common. Douglas Wick was diagnosed with late-stage acute myeloid leukemia, given a 2 percent chance to survive. His journey from diagnosis to today is inspiring and it offers hope to anyone traveling the same road. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sometimes when things fall apart, they’re actually falling into place. Christina Lopes spent a decade working as a neuropediatric clinician before becoming a life coach, spiritual teacher, author, and entrepreneur. In 2013, she experienced a spiritual awakening, followed by 4 years of solitude and deep meditation training. Today, Christina bridges science and spirituality to help others heal from significant trauma, open their hearts, and live fulfilling lives. Find out more about life coach, spiritual teacher, and former clinician Christina Lopes Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In order to challenge yourself, grow stronger and become better, you need to step out of your comfort zone and take risks. Anytime you consider doing so, your brain will try to convince you to play it safe. But, even when your thoughts lack a rational basis, you may allow your anxiety to prevail. Then, the fear holds you back. Angie Morgan received a master class in how to take risks when she signed up for the Marines. She discusses how we can develop our risk muscle. In her book, Bet On You: How to Win with Risk, coauthored with Courtney Lynch, Angie reveals insights that are the secret sauce behind your transformative journey to a success-filled and meaningful life. Angie served as a Marine Corp officer. She’s been a special advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on diversity initiatives. She’s New York Times bestselling author and co-founder of LeadStar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Over the past 50+ years, Reverend Matthew Fox, PhD, has challenged doctrines, called leaders to account, awakened minds, and healed wounded souls. A spiritual theologian, an Episcopal priest, and an activist for gender and eco-justice, he is believed to be one of the most challenging religious-spiritual teachers in America. Matthew is the founder of the University of Creation Spirituality in California, and the recipient of many awards including The Abbey Courage of Conscience Peace Award. He has written 39 books that have been translated into over 60 languages. His newest book is, Essential Writings on Creation Spirituality. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many women over age 50 today are redefining what it means to be alive: they are learning and living all that is possible at this stage in life. According to Sue Brightman, it’s not about aging it’s about becoming more of who we really are and doing what we’re called to do. For her book, A Call to Further Becoming: The New Declaration from Women Over 50, Sue interviewed 100 women age 50 plus to learn their perspective on this exciting and spiritually rich time. Sue is the founder and president of Women on the Journey of Their Lives, a coaching and women’s workshop and retreat enterprise that supports women over 50. For 30 years, she has worked with organizations, teams, and individuals as a conscious business coach and consultant to some of the world’s largest organizations. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The decline of organized religion has caused millions of people to feel disconnected from spirituality. And the pandemic has exasperated the loneliness and disconnect. Many people are in a spiritual crisis. According to Agapi Stassinopoulos, our inner guidance is like a wireless network, we just need to enter the password and the password is prayer. In her new book, Speaking with Spirit: 52 Prayers to Guide, Inspire, and Uplift You, Agapi presents a non-denominational guide to harnessing the power of prayer and using it to find connection, peace, and gratitude. Agapi is a bestselling author and speaker whose books include of Wake Up to the Joy of You and Unbinding the Heart.
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In a culture that equates alcohol with enjoyment and social acceptance, when a person can no longer drink, he or she may feel isolated or like they are living a joyless life. According to Veronica Valli, sobriety can be a path filled with fun, belonging, relaxation, and romance. Veronica is a former psychotherapist who now works as a sobriety coach, helping people get sober and stay sober by increasing their self-worth, energy, and participation in life. She is the author of the book, Soberful-Uncover A Sustainable, Fulfilling Life Free of Alcohol.
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Shannon Dingle has experienced staggering tragedy and trauma in her life, including surviving sexual abuse and trafficking as a child and the loss of her husband. But through the grief, she learned to find hope. In her first book, Living Brave: Lessons from Hurt, Lighting the Way to Hope, she gives women permission to wrestle with painful topics, to use their voice, to take a stand for justice, to honor the wisdom of their bodies, and to be brave in the darkest times. Shannon is a disability activist, freelance writer, sex trafficking survivor. She has written for USA Today, the Washington Post, and her story has been featured by Today, NPR, Good Morning America, and in The Atlantic and the Wall Street Journal.
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Two days before Christmas and at 26 years old, Chris Wark was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. He had surgery to remove a golf ball-sized tumor and a third of his colon. But after surgery, instead of the traditional chemotherapy, he decided to radically change his diet and lifestyle in order to promote health and healing in his body. Chris describes his healing journey and shares the strategies that he and many others have used to heal cancer. These strategies include adopting the "beat cancer mindset"; radical diet and lifestyle changes; and mental, emotional, and spiritual healing, as well as advanced integrative therapies. Chris is the author of Chris Beat Cancer and Beat Cancer Kitchen.
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Each of us carries wounds that can hinder our lives at work and at home. How do we manage these pain points, overcome our fears, and come out stronger on the other side? Dr. Kathy Hagler teaches how to foster healing, compassion, and communication. Dr. Hagler is a nationally recognized author, coach, speaker, and organizational consultant with 40 years of experience. She is the author of the book, Art of Scars.
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It is not easy to build and maintain a healthy, loving relationship. Sometimes it may feel impossible. But according to Dr. Katherine Ford, while it is no small feat, it is possible! Dr. Ford discusses how we can create a successful relationship. Dr. Ford's been practicing psychotherapy in private practice for more than 20 years. She received her M.D. from Brown University Medical School and completed her psychiatry residency at The Stanford School of Medicine.
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Midlife is a time when you may be looking back at how you have lived your life and you may be thinking about what comes next. Are you happy in your current job or relationship? Are there things you always wanted to accomplish but never found the time. What will your next 20, 30, or even 40 years look like? Michael Clinton, author of the book, ROAR into the Second Half of Your Life (Before It’s Too Late), says that after 50 we all can move loudly and proudly into a life that brings joy. He shows us how to optimize our lives and realize our most important goals. Michael is the former president and publishing director of Hearst Magazines. He is also an author and photographer.
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At the start of each year, many people resolve to make it the year they lose weight, get in shape, and improve their health. We begin with the best intentions and usually within a few weeks, fall back into our old, familiar patterns. Rena Greenberg has helped countless men and women tap into their inner willpower to lose weight and keep it off for good. Her program has been taught in hospitals for more than 30 years and transforms how people think about food, by tapping into the power of the subconscious mind. She has helped rewire people to eat to live, not live to eat. Rena is a trained biofeedback therapist and hypnotherapist, and the author of several books, including The Right Weigh and The Easy Sugar Break Up.
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Can you really change your brain? According to Dr. Daniel Amen, you’re not stuck with the brain you’re born with. You can change it and change your life. Dr. Amen is one of America’s leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. He has authored or coauthored 70 professional articles and more than 30 books, including the New York Times mega-bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. Dr Amen has appeared on numerous television shows including Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The View. He was a consultant for the movie Concussion, starring Will Smith, and he appeared on the Emmy-winning show The Truth About Drinking. Dubbed, America’s Most Popular Psychiatrist by The Washington Post, his work has been featured in Newsweek, Time, the New York Times, The Washington Post, ABC World News, and 20/20 among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many people are in search of ways to reach their highest potential. They want to be wise, strong, happy, and loving. According to Dr Rick Hanson, science is revealing how these ways of being are based on changes in our own nervous system, making them more attainable than ever before. He explains the new neuroscience of awakening and how this can be an effective path to handling stress, healing old pain, feeling at ease with others, and understanding our natural goodness. Dr. Hanson is a psychologist, senior fellow of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and a New York Times best-selling author. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the difference between having empathy and being an empath? “Having empathy means our heart goes out to another person in joy or pain,” says Dr. Judith Orloff. “But for empaths it goes much further. We actually feel others’ emotions, energy, and physical symptoms in our own bodies, without the usual defenses that most people have.” Dr. Orloff explains how to nurture empathy and develop coping skills in our high-stimulus world. A New York Times best-selling author, she is a leading voice in the fields of medicine, psychiatry, and intuitive development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In 2006, after building the bestselling franchise, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff, with her husband Richard, author Kristine Carlson faced a shattering loss — the sudden death of her beloved spouse. She came to understand intimately how our losses are our defining moments, and that how we go through them shapes us. Kristine’s path offers a life-altering map for navigating the journey from loss to joy. She is the author of the book From Heartbreak to Wholeness: The Hero’s Journey to Joy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most of us live every day overwhelmed and exhausted. We are always on the go trying to balance work, family, friends, and everything in between. Often it feels like our usual methods of coping no longer work. David Kundtz says that it’s time for something new – stopping. According to David, stopping is a gift to yourself. Knowing when to breathe and regain a clearer vision helps give you a fresh perspective and an inner balance. David has enjoyed several careers, including 19 years as a Catholic priest, 20 years in the practice of psychotherapy, and over two decades teaching courses on managing stress and emotional health, and writing. He has authored seven books, most recently, The Art of Stopping: How to Be Still When You Have to Keep Going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guy Finley believes that we can use the wisdom of the world’s great spiritual masters to not only weather the difficulties we experience, but to actually come out stronger on the other side. According to Guy, hidden within each of us lives a greatness with the power to not just transform us into more awake, kind, and compassionate people, but to do the same for all humanity...making our world a healthier, happier place for all. Guy Finley is an internationally renowned spiritual teacher and bestselling self-help author. He is the Founder and Director of Life of Learning Foundation located in Merlin, Oregon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Research has found that married people enjoy better health and longevity. Unfortunately, gray divorce is on the rise. For many couples, the empty nest forces an evaluation of their relationship. Do they know each other and more importantly, do they still like and love each other? Julia Mayer tackles the most common challenges of sustaining loving relationships and emotional wellness in the 50s, 60s, and beyond. She provides insight to help couples forge deeper meaning and greater closeness for the decades ahead. Julia is the co-author of the book, Love and Meaning After 50: The 10 Challenges to Great Relationships—and How to Overcome Them . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The divorce rate in America is 50 percent for first marriages, 67 percent for 2nd marriages, and 73 percent for 3rd marriages. According to Allana Pratt, what this says is that most people don't evolve from the first relationship, they didn't take the time to integrate the life lessons, and they didn't sit in the fire to heal their wounded hearts. Allana shares her tips on how to find love successfully after divorce. Allana is a relationship coach and intimacy expert, who is the author of six books on love and relationships. She has been featured in Huffington Post, People Magazine, and Forbes, and on CBS, TLC, ABC & FOX and The Jenny McCarthy Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New discoveries in biology and neuroscience reveal how the words we think and speak can change the way the neurons in our brains and hearts connect. According to Gregg Braden, our ancestors understood this connection and they created specific word patterns to provide comfort, healing, strength, and inner power in difficult times. Gregg talks about how these powerful words, that were encoded into prayers, chants, mantras, hymns, and sacred writings, can impact our lives. Gregg is a five-time New York Times best-selling author, scientist, and international educator, whose research has led to 15 film credits and 12 award-winning books. He is the recipient of numerous awards including The Walden Award for New Thought, and The Illuminate Award for Conscious Visionaries. Gregg is listed in the Watkins Journal among the top 100 of “the world’s most spiritually influential living people” for the 7th consecutive year. Gregg is the author of The Wisdom Codes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Courage involves facing our fears, but it is also about resilience, grit, and having a built-in BS detector and knowing when and how to use it. Evy Poumpouras, author of the new book Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, and Live Fearlessly, discusses how we can heighten our natural instincts to move from fear to fearlessness. She shares lessons and insights learned from protecting presidents and working in the most elite security force in the world. Evy is a former secret service special agent who is the recipient of the United States Secret Service Medal of Valor Award for her heroism on 9/11. She has been part of the protective details for former presidents Obama, both Bushes, Clinton, and Ford. Evy is the costar of Bravo’s Spy Games; is an on-air national TV contributor who frequently appears on NBC, MSNBC, and CNN; and an adjunct professor for The City University of New York where she teaches criminal justice and criminology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all experience trauma in one form or another. It may be at the hands of an abuser, a relationship breakup, a health diagnosis, or the death of a loved one. No one is immune. Dr. James Gordon offers a comprehensive, evidence-based program for reversing the biological and psychological damage resulting from trauma and he teaches how to learn from and grow through its challenges. A Harvard-educated psychiatrist, Dr. Gordon is a world-recognized authority and acclaimed mind-body medicine pioneer. He is former researcher at the National Institute of Mental Health, chair of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy, and the founder and executive director of The Center for Mind-Body Medicine in Washington, DC. Dr. Gordon is the author of the book, The Transformation: Discovering Wholeness and Healing After Trauma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A new human consciousness is replacing the old human consciousness - authentic power is replacing external power. According to Gary Zukav, the potential of a new era of humanity based on love instead of fear is upon us, but only we can bring it into being. Gary talks about how we can transform everyday experiences of hopelessness, emptiness, and pain into fulfillment, meaning, and joy. Gary has inspired millions to realize their soul’s greatest potential. He is the author of the legendary number one New York Times best seller, The Seat of the Soul, and co-founder of The Seat of the Soul Institute. Over six million copies of his books are in print and translations have been published in 32 languages. Gary appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show 36 times. His new book is Universal Human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices