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Nothing about addiction is easy, but the first step to recovery is coming out of hiding and being willing to receive help. Faust Ruggiero is a psychologist and author of The Fix Your Addiction Handbook. Learn more at faustruggiero.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

We may be familiar with the idea of karma on a personal level, but what about in the context of a larger community? What then becomes our objective? Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis are cofounders of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. Learn more at spiritualarts.org Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

When we shift our meaning of prosperity from financial gain to service, connection and love, we expand our sense of fulfillment, purpose & joy — Get ready to be inspired! In this podcast episode, we have the privilege of hearing from the incredible Steve Farrell, co-founder and worldwide executive director of Humanity's Team. Steve shares an excerpt from his new book, A New Universal Dream, about living consciously and choosing one's path. Steve's passion for personal growth and spiritual development is contagious, and he shares his wisdom with such enthusiasm that you can't help but feel energized and motivated to look at your path differently. One of the key takeaways from Steve's excerpt is the importance of defining prosperity for oneself. He encourages listeners to anchor their attention and intention to their true source of prosperity, rather than blindly following society's definition of success. But Steve doesn't just preach about the importance of pursuing happiness and fulfillment — he lives it. He shares his own experience of feeling more purposeful and in flow since fulfilling his departure from Silicon Valley. And he's not afraid to admit that this meant changing direction and taking risks. Steve believes that personal growth and spiritual development require discipline and self-care. He encourages listeners to do the work on themselves and honor their gifts and opportunities. And he does so with such warmth and authenticity that you can't help but feel like he's your personal cheerleader. So if you're ready to take control of your own prosperity and pursue your dreams, tune in to this episode. Learn more about Steve's book at ANewUniversalDream.com. Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com.

When a custody battle forces her to the mirror of her truth, a woman finds a source of profound healing that shifts her life forever. — Francesca shares her tale of seeking love and acceptance from others, marrying an abusive man, and fighting for her children's custody. Through A Course in Miracles' principles and the might of self-forgiveness, she found healing and empowerment. Francesca's story is a testament to the transformative power of self-love and forgiveness. Learn more about Francesca Miracola at francescamiracola.com. Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

You can run from aging but you can't hide, so the inevitable question is, how are you going to meet it? In this captivating podcast episode, Dr. Gordon Wallace, a psychologist who specializes in treating midlife and older clients, illuminates how aging can be a precious gift if approached with acceptance, curiosity, resilience, and gratitude. He emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and cherishing our experiences. Dr. Wallace also reveals the profound benefits of his mindfulness program for hospice, bereavement, and palliative care patients. He concludes by warmly inviting listeners to embrace the gifts of aging and to consciously engage with time to enhance the quality of their remaining lifetime. Learn more about Gordon Wallace and his book, Moonlight Serenade, at www.embracingagingmindfully.com.. Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

No one can fix your world for you, but everything you need to find peace, power and love is within you already; you simply need tools to access it. Learn more about Faust Ruggiero at faustruggiero.com. Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

An ode to small towns, to the places we once belonged — to homecoming, rediscovery and living in communion with land. Learn more about Christie Chandler at www.christiechandler.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

Reframing our relationship to darkness can help us see it as a benevolent spiritual teacher and avail us of a limitless field of possibility. Learn more about Deborah Eden Tull at deboraedentull.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

When my wife passed away at 65, I couldn't imagine life without her. How was I supposed to live? My happiness was gone… What follows is a heart-warming story from Solomon Stevens. Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

Through life's twists and emotional challenges, one woman unwaveringly follows her heart — discovering unexpected gifts and a deeper purpose to serve. Learn more about Anne Von Rohr at avrcoaching.world Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

A quest for meaning in modern day relationships inspires one woman to send hand-written letters to 500 “friends”, with surprising discoveries. Learn more about Amy Daughters at amydaughters.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

A mother of a full-time traveling family gives herself permission to do things differently, to seek deeper connection…and to redefine it all. Learn more about Celeste Orr at TogethernessRedefined.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

In a time where parents find themselves wearing many hats, it’s easy to reach for a screen. Here are tips from an expert on managing kids & technology. Learn more about Joshua Wayne at joshuawayne.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

What’s happening beneath the tears we cry? Whether they are tears of joy or sorrow — they connect us to pieces and even forgotten parts of ourselves. Learn more about Alison Hammer at alisonhammer.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

With whimsy, wisdom and heart — Sarah and Alice the Elephant, her spirit animal, dish up daily reflections and a prompt for prayer to heal your life. Learn more about Sarah Bamford Seidelmann at followyourfeelgood.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

Times of disruption can provide opportunities that serve us. In this piece, spiritual teacher and Self-Mastery coach Ron Baker guides us how to transform challenge into meaningful new choices. Learn more about Ron Baker at ronbaker.net Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

Revealing the ugly underbelly of human trafficking, one woman answers the question: What can we do? Learn more about Celeste Orr at togethernessredefined.com Learn more about Best Self Media at bestselfmedia.com

How the dance between the ego and higher consciousness is the divine space of transformation and soul evolution…a fresh take on The Law of Attraction. Learn more about Matt Kahn at www.MattKahn.org. Learn more about Best Self Media at bestselfmedia.com

Question Bridge White Women, a social experiment, seeks to bridge the gap between the diversity of thought in one demographic, white women — and to initiate real civil discourse. Learn more about Question Bridge White Women at Questionbridgewhitewomen.com Learn more about Best Self Media at bestselfmedia.com

Despite a life of upheaval and constant change, one resilient and positive woman was able to transform herself into a vibrant leader. Learn more about Laleh at the company she founded, Belapemo: belapemo.com. Learn more about Best Self Media at: bestselfmedia.com

A renegade health journalist breaks from holiday convention to nurture a creative calling — a permission slip to do things differently. Learn more about Pilar Gerasimo at pilargerasimo.com and healthydeviant.com. Learn more about Best Self Media at bestselfmedia.com

From the abyss of depression & suicidal yearnings, one woman sets off on an adventure of living in her van—in search of herself, healing and authentic wellbeing. Learn more about Carol Fisher at thesearebetterdays.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

How life set on overdrive and a health crisis brought one UBER achiever to her knees — and how list-making revealed a new way to do it all. Learn more about Paula Rizzo at PaulaRizzo.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

A visionary entrepreneur reveals his secret life weapon: journaling. Learn more about Yanik Silver at yaniksilver.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

How ‘rewilding’ – connecting to nature – not only calms the nervous system, it reestablishes our bond with the living earth and our true selves. Learn more about Micah Mortali at micahmortali.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

How an ex-Buddhist, fierce mama and devout meditator’s seeking to find her spiritual home leads to the ancient devotion of the rosary. Learn more about Perdita Finn on Facebook, @perdita.finn Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

One woman’s story of how non-sexual physical touch helped her discover a path to healing and a deeper connection with her partner after their miscarriage. Learn more about Marla Mattenson at marlamattenson.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

A ‘money guy’ imparts a fresh perspective of finances — and reveals an interconnected roadmap to redefining ‘true abundance’.   Learn more about Jim Brown at jimbrowninvesting.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

A raw account of healing and revealing — one mother recovers from people-pleasing and unworthiness through her son's journey to sobriety. Learn more about Amanda Weber at www.Amandajweber.com/blog Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

Confessions of a trailblazing female M.D. who says that she once colluded with her patient's pain by prescribing psychotropics — but that was then. Now she empowers women to take control of their own lives and health, without medications and with extraordinary results. Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan at kellybroganmd.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

A podiatrist muses about more than feet, he celebrates life and a surprising secret ingredient for happiness…movement. Learn more about Doug Tumen at askthefootdoctor.com Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com

An artist's plight to stay inspired through cold, dark isolated winter months uncovers a passion project that keeps the creative (and soul) juices flowing. Learn more about Salli's work at salliswindell.com/ Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com/

Exercising your mind requires patience and discipline, but such 'mind yoga' is a practice that will help you to feel more in control of your entire internal state. Learn more at AnnetteQ.com

Insights and lessons from Oz can guide your journey from helpless to empowered, lost to centered, from looking for answers out there to finding them within. Learn more about Best Self Magazine at bestselfmedia.com Learn more about Peter Guzzardi at peterguzzardi.com

From the heart of eastern Ohio, Congressman Tim Ryan, now serving his 9th term in the Capitol, works tirelessly toward values that transcend politics. In this powerful interview, he weaves together the interconnectedness of food and farm policy with healthcare; mindfulness with education; and a progressive environmental policy with a strong economy. He's a bridge of hope and reason between the red and blue states, and now he's running for president.

Once overweight and bullied, a Keto, fitness and supplement expert shares his journey of slaying emotional roadblocks and thriving. Learn more about Shawn at ShawnWells.com

The ancient art of Feng Shui is not simply about rearranging furniture, it is about amplifying energy flow and personal growth in all aspects of life. Learn more about Patricia's work at patricialohan.com

One woman's ode to the creative spirit of her Mother — a legacy beyond her prolific literary and artistic creations — one of lasting impact upon the heart. Learn more about Hope at hopekoppelman.com

Inspired by those locked away and too often forgotten, one woman shines light on incarcerated men through education, poetry and hope. Learn more about Gretchen at gretchenprimack.com

Transforming an animal house of horror into a safe haven, an activist learns firsthand the healing powers of animals. Learn more about Arthur's Acres Animal Sanctuary at arthursacresanimalsanctuary.org

A brave portrayal of how an over-achiever ended up in a psych ward and went on to create positive wellness within herself and others. Learn more at drchristinabjorndal.com

Understand your ‘genius habit' — the missing link to loving work — and how to implement this one habit that can shift your relationship to work forever. Learn more at lauragarnett.com

The simultaneous passing of her grandmothers offered a pregnant woman a deeper understanding of life, love, and the divine path of our maternal DNA. Learn more at mother.ly

An exploration of community and the connections that nurtures our souls across beliefs, cultures, borders and religions. Learn more at marknepo.com

There is no ‘one-size fits all' when it comes to diet and nutrition — discover the best diet for the best you. Ocean Robbins, founder of The Food Revolution, unpacks the confusion. Learn more at foodrevolution.org

A Hollywood defector uses his power (and talent) for good, creating a humorous video series that explores the plight of the seeking male. Learn more at randyspelling.com

Overwhelm seems to be the flavor of modern life. Realigning with our core values helps us shift the paradigm and navigate stress differently. Learn more at DrSamantha.com

Pedram Shojai, aka The Urban Monk, shares how to practice Qi Gong to read and clear your energy fields and bring forth renewed health and vitality. Learn more at theurbanmonk.com

There is an undeniable selfishness to self-love… but nonetheless it is good, right and necessary to love yourself passionately. Learn more at scottstabile.com

When a doctor comes face-to-face with her own health scare, she chooses to practice what she preaches and address the root causes. Learn more at yourlongevityblueprint.com

Divorce is not for the faint of heart, it is for the strong of spirit. If done consciously, it can be a potent catalyst for transformation and healing. Learn more at unhitchedbook.com.