Embrace Change Radio with Kate Olson

Can we truly be aligned with ourselves and connected with spirit if we are not conscious of and insync with nature and the world around us? Our connection to nature and all the creatures that inhabit this earth is an important factor in who we are and how we live. Today's guest, Dr. Joanne Lefebvre Connolly, DVM, is an Author, a guide and advocate for better living and better dying through balance and connection. She teaches people to live in the web of life, "Caring for ALL animals, humans & our planet together!" Dr. Joanne helps us tune in to our pets and the lessons of nature for what they can teach us. Her first book, Animal Teachings from Hayley's Angels Methods, offers uplifting and inspiring stories to promote healing and empower people to live more meaningful lives. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Since the 1960's women have been entering the workforce and contributing to the economy in record numbers and making progress toward equality and breaking that glass ceiling. In the past 20 years the move toward equality and women expressing their voice and sharing their abilities, competence and leadership has reached a crescendo. One of the areas where women have been making a strong impact is entrprenuership. While all entrepreneurship is at a 40 year low, the rise of women owned businesses has grown at 1.5 times the rate of new ventures overall and nearly 40% of all small businesses are now woman-owned, Today we will talk about this trend and it's impact on our economy, culture and our well-being in a holistic sense. I will be talking withTracy Klinkroth, CEO & Founder of ChickChat, Epiphany Research & The Power of She and Bettina Carey, Business Strategist & Executive Consultant and Founder of Women in Small Business Shows & Events. We will talk about why female entrepeneurship is increasing so rapidly now. We'll find out how this is effecting our culture, economy and personal lives and what the impact is for female empowerment. Tune in for an informative and uplifting show

Kate interviews Contact Talk Radio owner and producer, Cameron Steele, about today’s challenges and the differences in parenting. Cameron and his wife, Davindia, are raising two boys, ages 12 and 18 and I have a grown son. We will be chatting about how raising children is different today than it was when we grew up and what some of the new challenges that parents face are. With technology, social media and how fast the world has been changing, there are many differences. Some it turns out are positive, but many require a different outlook and parenting skills than our parents used. Tune in for some insight as Cameron and I share our experience and perspective.

Suicide is a serious and difficult topic, but one we need to talk about. It is increasing at an alarming rate and has recently been called an epidemic. It is impacting young people and our veteran communities at rates that are increasing constantly and disproportionately. Suicide is not only a topic we need to talk about, but we need to seriously look at and find solutions to this mental health issue. I will be talking with Debby Simmons, PhD, LFMT and Director of Primrose Healing & Wellness in Burlingame, CA and Frank King, Nationally Acclaimed Speaker, known as the Mental Health Comedian, Podcast Host, Former Writer for the Tonight Show & Suicide Prevention Advocate. Our guests will give insight on the causes behind suicide and ways of dealing with and preventing this tragedy. Few people really know how to handle this situation and be helpful. Tune in for some insight and valuable information.

Kate will interview Dr. Steven Hall, MD about his Issaquah, WA practice and treatment methodology "treat the cause". Dr. Hall is a board-certified family practitioner working in the field of Integral Medicine for more than 30 years. We will discuss his book, The 7 Tools of Healing: Unlock Your Inner Wisdom And Live the Life Your Soul Desires. The 7 tools Dr. Hall talks about in his book are: faith, awareness, acceptance, compassion, forgiveness, gratitude and right action. Dr. Hall will go into more detail on each of these tools and tell us how they contribute to healing. We will talk about the biggest causes of disease and dysfunction, what Dr. Hall has learned over his more than 30 years of practice and how it has changed the way he treats patients. We will discuss how the 7 tools work to help patients heal, talk about patient outcomes and discuss some of the services Dr. Hall offers to help his patients live more fulfilling lives.

I will be talking with Dr. Tina Huang. Dr. Tina has a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and is a Holistic Brain Health Practitioner at LifeLong EnerJoy. She helps clients release barriers that get in the way of their health, wealth, relationships and happiness. She gives talks and interviews throughout Washington and online on brain health and tips for preventing and reversing alzhiemers and dementia. We will talk about the best ways to keep your brain healthy, vibrant and functioning at it's optimal level. There are many different aspects to brain health and science is uncovering more all the time. Through neuroscience we are finding out exactly how our brain works and what effects brain health and our overall mental and physical wellness. Dr. Huang will give insight and helpful tips to keep your brain in tip-top condition. Tune in for an inspiring and informative show.

Kate interviews Dr. Christine Surrago, N.D. She is a Naturopath specilizing in Homeopathy, Bioresonance & Spirtuality. Dr. Surrago will talk with us about gut health, our immune system and how important this relationship is. She will talk about her own journey to health after suffering with Crohn's Disease and it's devastating effects. We will talk about why she is passionate about this topic and how to get and keep your digestive and immune systems healthy and functioning well for better overall health. Dr. Surrago is a strong advocate of food as medicine, yoga and other spirtual practices that can enhancement our lives in a holistic way. Tune in for an inpiring show.

Kate will interview Claire Candy Hough, Best-Selling Author, TV & Radio Host and founder of Angel Healing House, Reiki Master, inspirational speaker, teacher and angel messenger. We will find out about her journey, the books she has written and the angelic healing messeges she shares with followers through her past life experiences and angelic connections. Originally from Australia, Candy now resides in Santa Monica, CA with her husband and twin-flame, Peter, and shares her gifts through her Angel Healing House radio show weekly with followers from 120 countries on Facebook Live TV and Transformation Talk Radio. She helps people to live authentic lives while manifesting their dreams. We will open call-in lines for your questions. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Childhood sexual abuse is one of the most devastating tragedies that inflicts trauma on children in our society. It is difficult to obtain accurate statistics because much abuse goes unreported, however it is estimated that 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 20 boys are sexually abused. The trauma that results from this abuse can cause deep and long-lasting effects and devastation to the lives of the victims. It is possible to survive and heal though and we are going to talk to two survivors of childhood sexual abuse who have been brave enough to tell their stories, heal and now help others to heal. Rae Anne Hall, is a local business owner of Hall Insurance, Author of Six Word Lessons and founder of NOW, Network for Women and the Forward Principles. a speaking company. She loves giving back by helping young women to heal from adversity and abuse. Christina Minoguchi is a licensed Psychologist, trauma survivor and nationally known speaker. She specializes in helping people with depression, anxiety and trauma to heal and gain power and control in their lives. Tune in for an important and inspiring show.

Massage is one of the oldest and most powerful healing modalities we know about. Since ancient times it has been known that the body builds up stress and tension and that thouch of various kinds can be very helpful in relaxing and relieving pain, tension and anxiety. I will be interviewing two experts in the field of massage and talking, specifically about two types of massage that have great healing benefits. We will talk with Kathleen Yow-Wells, LMT, founder of Eastside Wellness Center, a specialist in craniolsacral massage therapy and Christine Christenseen, founder of Vitality Zone and co-founder of The Academy of Foot Zone Therapy. Christine is a practitioner and trainer in Foot Zone Therapy, a specialized therapy related to reflexology. We will find out more about the amazing results that can be accomplished with these techniques and how they can help to keep us healthier and happier! Tune in for an inspiring show.

Kate interviews Sherry Genga, Author of the Shattered Oak and survivor of domestic abuse. Through her book the The Shattered Oak, Sherry tells the story of domestic abuse, depression, suicide attempts and more through the eyes of the victim. We'll hear some insight into her story and find out how writing this profound book has changed her journey and the way she lives her life. We'll outline Sherry's book which is based on a true story, without giving away all the details. We'll find out more about what motivated Sherry to write her book and how it can help those healing from domestic abuse, mental illness and trauma. Tune in for an interesting and informative show.

Kate will be talking with Kalliope Barlis, Author, Speaker and Licensed Master Trainer of NLP. (Neurolinguistics Programming). She guides clients into Building Their Best Life Ever. Her bestselling books Phobia Relief and Play Golf Better Faster were featured in the Everybody Wins Gift Bag presented to the major nominees of the 2019 Oscars, The Independent newspaper named Kalliope the world’s leading phobia relief expert. She is currently working on a film and a book with Dr. Richard Bandler, co-creator of NLP and is a writer/contributor for Thrive Global. We will learn how NLP deals with emotions that no longer serve us and how to let go of them. You will be amazed by how quickly this can be done! We will get insight from Kalliope on how this works and find out more about the techniques she uses to make fears and phobias disappear. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Anne Beaulieu, founder of Walking Inside Resources Inc. She is an Emotional Intelligence coach, speaker, and the author of The Emotionally Intelligent Way, a series containing 20+ books geared to developing our emotional intelligence both at home and in business. She coaches executive women on using their EQ in the workplace. We will get insight about emotional intelligence and it's importance at work and in our personal lives. We have more than one type of intelligence and it has been argued that our emotional intelligence is even more important than our mental intelligence. We will find out what makes up Emotional Intelligence, how these skills and qualities are used and their importance, as well as, how to development our emotional intelligence. Anne will give us insight and tips on developing our emotional intelligence and tell us how that will contribute to our happiness and success. Tune in for an inspiring show

I am talking about and giving a personal history of my own experience with domestic abuse and talking about ways of dealing with it and healing from the trauma. I also talk about breaking the cycle and modeling better coping skills for our children, as well as, behavior change and healing for the abuser. This is possible in cases where the abuser is not a narcissist or sociopath and they have the desire to heal and find better coping skills. I talk about other instances of spousal and child abuse I have known about and some of the circumstances and effects. It is a little bit of off the top of my head rambling, but hopefully, it makes sense and gives some insight on this important topic.

Do you ever get a feeling, just know something or your sure about something and can't say why? That's yor intuition sending you a message. Paying attention to those spidey feelings and learning to listen to those mesages can be your secret superpower! En-May Mangels, Strategic Intuitive Advior, Empath and Spiritualist, will join us to talk about the power of intuition. En-May is a consultant & Business Coach using her gifts to help others get in touch with their own intuition and chart their path through business and personal matters. We'll get insight and tips from En-May on how to be more in touch with our intuitive energies and feel more confident and directed in our lives. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Today we will talk about the transitions and transformation processes that frequently happen as we approach mid-life and reaccess or react to experiences, circumstances and our changing minds, bodies and spirits. I will be talking with Dr. Ellen Albertson, PhD. She is a Psychologist, Transformational Coach, Health & Wellness Coach and midlife expert helping women to move through obstacles and opportunities in all areas of life with ease and grace. She will give insight on how to make the next chapter of life vibrant and passion-filled. Dr. Albertson will debunk some of the myths associated with mid-life and give some tips on how to not only survive, but thrive! Tune in for an informative and inspiring show. For more info on guests, click on Guest Info below. Tune in for an inspiring and informative show.

Kate will interview Dr. Nancy De Andrade, PhD., about the subtle energy of self-worth that transmitts outward and determines how we are perceived in the world and how others react to us. Dr. Nancy is a Clinical Psychologist with a background in Marriage & Family Therapy and Art Therapy and a Holistic Transformational Coach, as well as, the founder of La Perla De Lajolla Community Center. The subtle energy of self-worth impacts our success in important ways and can be the secret reason why we don't succeed. If we are not mindful and aware of the energy we are transmitting outward, we may be unconsciously sabbotaging our best intentions. We will dive deep into self-worth and energy to see how we can create a more positive energy flow, vibrate on a higher level and have stronger and more loving self-worth to boost our success in all of our endeavors! Tune in for an inspiring and informative program.

Kate interviews two inspiring guests. Dylan Volk is a young man on the autism spectrum diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at age 8. We will talk about his journey and his most recent book, Bad Choices Make Good Stories, as well as, his first book, Chasing the Rabbit, co-authored with his Father, Derek Volk. Also, joining us, Nadia Martinez, Nadia is the mother of two autistic sons and like many others has sought the best treatment and coping solutions to help with her children's development and family life. Nadia is active in the austism community and will share both her journey and her insight & wisdom. She is a coach and practitioner helping other parents deal with their children's well-being and family dynamics. Tune in for an informative and inspiring show.

Kate will interview John Wider, Marriage & Family Counselor & Sex Coach. John is the Author of Sex Education for Adults: Secrets to Amazing Sex and Happily EverAfter Too". He helps couples with conflict resolution and staying together. He believes that his knowledge in the area of sexulaity is an important part of his success, as well as, his strong training in conflict resolution. When couples stop fighting they can start to work on healthy relationships. John is motivated by the devastating effects that divorce has on children and feels that everything possible should be done to keep families together.

Kate interviews Lisa Amador, founder and CEO of Amador Matchmaking and Dating and Relationship Coach & expert. With Valentine's Day coming up, romance is in the air and on our minds. So, what is romance all about and why do we need it? How is it different from expressions of love or sensuality and sexiness and what does it have to do with those sentiments? What part does it play in our relationships and emotions? It seems to be tricky, creating stress and misunderstanding for some and pure confusion for others, while it is a life essential and non-negotiable for others. Is it genuine or imagined, silly and fivolous or a vital part of healthy relationships? We'll get Lisa's take on all of this and find out how to put a little romance in our Valentine's celebrations!

We will be talking with Dr Alisha Wilkes, DNP, CNM, ARNP. Dr. Wilkes has a Doctorate in Nursing and is the Founder of Three Moons Midwifery, in Snoqualmie, WA. We will find out about Dr. Wilkes vision for a Community Health Home and the center she launched in August of 2018. She had a vision and a "build it and they will come" idea that is in the initial stages development. We'll talk about where her vision originated from concept to action, the process of creating and manifesting that vision and how to start and go through the evolution of bringing to life or "birthing" your vision. We will get into the details of Dr. Wilkes vision and explore both the broader picture and the small steps that are part of creation. Do you have a vision? Ever wondered how it happens when an idea becomes a reality and begins to spread out into the world? We will talk about all of that and more! Tune in for an inspiring show.

oday we focus on what it means to "Follow your Dreams" and whether that is a sound course of action. I'll be talking with Dari Arrington about his dream and the journey he's been on in pursuing that dream. Dari recently made the news, following his dream of playing in the NBA and specifically trying out to play for the Golden State Warriors. Dari's dream began years ago and now, at 28 years old and under 6 feet tall, many think it could be an impossible dream, but Dari still sees it in his future. We'll dive into the possibilities and find out where he's been, what he's learned and where the future might take him. We'll talk about the mindset or mindflo and motivation behind following a dream. Do you have a dream? Big or small --let's look at the the process and see where our dreams might take us. Tune in for an inspiring story and show.

Kate will interview Olyvia Dusold. Olyvia is a health & wellness advocate and practitioner and the founder of Alignmii. We will hear her story and how her journey impacted her own life. She is a Certified Posture Therapy Practitioner and Nutrition Therapist. Olyvia will tell us how our posture affects our health and give us valuable info about nutrition. Our health has an amazing impact on every area of our lives, literally from the inside out! We'll learn how making healthy changes and seting an intention to do what is good for our health will lead to greater joy and happiness in our lives and solve many problems that might surprise us! We'll get some tips and tools for living healthier in 2019. Tune in for an inspiring and informative show

Kate interviews Alex Montoya. Alex is the Author of "Living Inspired: Motivating Your Kids, Your Colleagues and Your Country!" & 5 other books, Motivational Speaker, writing & speaking coach and founder of A-MOtivatioal Communications. He is one of the most inspiring people I know and we will find out how he has overcome adversity to accomplish amazing things. We will find out how he stays inspired and has committed himself to the mission of inspiring others. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Kate interviews an expert who has spent many years helping people dealing with chaos and overwhelm get organized. Her company is Paauwerfully Organized and she is an Organizational Coach,. She calls herself a Life Architect as whe gives clients the blueprint to a more efficient and successful life. It is hard to see the path ahead and pursue your purpose when there is a lot of clutter getting in the way. We will talk about clutter of all types, not just physical clutter and how it impacts your success. Kathy will explain what is needed to give a little structure to your life and get more clarity and direction

That Gratitude Guy" & say goodbye to 2018 on this New Years Eve. We'll get insight on ways to express more gratitude in your life and it's powerful impact for bringing more abundance , prosperity & joy for a brighter 2019! Tune in for an inspiring show.

Today we focus on the meaning of the beautiful Christmas holiday we celebrate here in the United States and many other places around the world. It holds a lot of meaning for us in spirital and emotional ways. It is sacred and spiritual to us like no other day and it is a time of sharing and celebration we cherish. The spirit of giving that this holiday represents is one of it's most fun and symbolic aspects. Christmas is a very family and friends oriented holiday and the sharing and gift-giving traditions can be a big part of the celebration. Today we are going to talk about that aspect of our Christmas celebrations and why it can be both fun and stressful. We will talk about how to make it special and memorable while enjoying the traditional magic of this time. We will discuss "Genorosity of Spirit" and what that means and also talk aobut some different traditions around giving. I will be talking with Dr. Nancy De Andrade, who is originally from Venezuela and is currently a Clinical Psychologist living in the San Diego area. I am sure she will give us some insight and perspective both from her past and her knowledge. Tune in for an inspiring show.

During the holidays things tend to get hectic and people rush around doing everything for everybody and find themselves trying to meet the needs of others over their own. This is a good thing in some ways, but it is important not to forget about ourselves in the process. Self-care is so important to being our best and most vibrant self! If we don't take care of ourselves first, we will become depleted and unable to be fully present and available for those we love. If we neglect ourselves too much it will often lead to illness. Show up in the world as the best version of you by taking care of yourself first. Kate will interview Dr. Steven Hall, MD, practitioner of Integral Medicine and advocate for treating the cause. Dr. Hall is the author of The 7 Tool for Healing. Also joining us will be Michelle Wong, Wellness Coach who has been walking the tall so to speak, with her own 57-Day Self-Care Challenge ending on Dec. 31. We will check on how that's going and find out what motivated her on this endeavor. We will get insight into ways we can maximize our self-care and self-compassion to live a more healthy and vibrant life. Tune-in for an inspiring show.

Kate interviews two remarkable ladies who know how to find the best healthiest organic food and cook it to create healthly, nutrious and delicious meals that will nourish healthy bodies and create wonderful gathering with family and friends. It is definitely true that we are what we eat, but sometimes it is hard to know how to cook healthy, nutrious meals that also taste great. We will find out how it's done! We will talk with Mi Ae Lipe, author of Bounty from the Box: The CSA Farm CookBook and Tammy Wilson Smith, PT and founder of Healthy Transformations. Mi Ae has a passion for eating healthy seasonal produce and supporting our community farms and Tammy is passionate about a healthy, fun lifestyle and the cooking skills she learned from her mother are part of this. We will learn not only the basics of healthy eating and cooking, but how to do it with some grace, style and flair, while having fun! Tune in for an inspiring and informative show

In preparing for Part 1 of this show, I encountered more inspiring guests making amazing impacts in the world and wanted to share those inspiring stories with you in Part 2. This second panel is made up of 3 passionate & dedicated guests, who bravely wear their hearts on their sleeves and roll them up working hard to make a positive difference. As I said prior to our first show - if you have ever wished you could do something to help or imagined a world where more people care, you'll want to tune in and find out what some people are already doing to make positive things happen. Everyone does have something to contribute and if you take action and just do it --who knows what good might come of it! I will interview Angie Louthan who is making a difference in her community by advocating for kindness and organizing an annual event, Kind Fest, to celebrate and encourage a kinder world. Katrina Eileen Romatowski is a successful Real Estate Broker and Investor in Seattle. Her company Katrina Eileen Real Estate Bokerage is the first Real Estate company in Washington to register as a social purpose company or what is called a Benefit Corp. The purpose of her company is to put as much effort in social betterment as they do to making a profit. The purpose they have chosen to put their efforts toward is giving young adults (teens) who have aged out of the foster care system a launching pad or starting place to finish strong. We'll find out more about that and Katrina's motivation to help others. Also joining us is Diane Altomare, Master Integrative Coach, Emotional Expert, Author, Speaker and Host of Politically Emotional, a cal-lin talk radio show aimed at bridging the political divide and creating better communication and understanding between opposing sides. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Kate interviews two lovely and inspiring ladies who are experts in this current lifestyle that is so popular. Is it a trend or a new lifestyle that can help us be healthier? Is it for everyone or just for weight loss? We'll answer these questions and many more to find out how it works and how it effects our health. We will talk with Kelli Wilke, BS. Nutrition from Bastyr University, known as "Keto Kelli" and her business partner, Colleen Anne Wordsworth to find out why "keto" along with intermittant fasting is getting such great results and changing people's livestyle and habits. We will get information on the health and safety of this trend, find out how to get the best results and what to expect if you try "keto". Tune in for an informative show.

Kate interviews a Neuroscience expert, Meta-Coach, Trainer and Speaker, Yerlin Ramirez. Yerlin is not only a teacher, but used her knowledge and skills to heal from a devastating accident in a miraclously short period of time. Contrary to doctor's estimates and against all odds, Yerlin came back from perdictions that she would spend her life in a wheelchair, not only to walk, but to thrive. We will find out how she did it and how mindset, the tools of neuroscience and our own body's amazing healing power can work to achieve unbelieveable results. You will be amazed by Yerlin's story and inspired by her strength and courage. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Kate interviews Dr. Valencia Porter, MD, MPH, a leader in Integrative, Preventive, and Environmental Medicine, combining ancient wisdom traditions such as Ayurvedic Medicine with modern science. We will find out how the environment around us and the many elements in our food, air, water and everything that is part of our world affect us and our health on a daily basis. Tune in for an inspiring show! Dr. Porter has worked with Dr. Deepak Chopra at the Chopra Center in Southern California and is passionate about spreading the message on the importance of our environement to our well-being. She is the author of “Resilient Health: How to Thrive in Our Toxic World,” a handbook for the toxic age based on her research, clinical experience guiding patients through the Chopra Center’s signature detox program and personal healing journey​. Tune in for an inspiring and informative show

Kate interviews a health coach and natural healing expert, Dianne Thomsen, MS, RD is known as "Your Kickbutt Health Coach., She is a Registered Dietician who has had great success with weight loss through healthy lifestyle and has become an advocate for the importance of a healthy digestive system to our overall health and immune system functioning. We will get insight into why gut health and digestion are so important and what Dianne is doing in her programs to help clients in this important area of health and well-being. Tune in for some great info & inspiration.

Kate interviews an expert who has given many years to helping people dealing with guilt, shame and the life altering affects of these emotions. John Flaherty is a Life Guide, Author, Speaker and well-respected expert in Addiction and Recovery. Guitly and shame are two of the major side-effects of addiction, however they are not exclusive to addicts. Many people suffer with with guilt and shame and it can be life crippling. John published his first ground-breaking book, Addiction Unplugged: How to Be Free, which is translated in multiple language and critically acclaimed. His second companion book is, Guilt Unplugged: Waking Up From The Lie We Live, it deals with these issues and the way to best heal and get back to living a purposeful life. Tune in for an inspiring show!

Kate interviews a panel of 3 committed & successful guests, who have made it their mission, not just to wish for a better world, but to do something with fierce passion to make it a reality. If you've ever said, "I wish there was something I could do" or "If only more people cared!" you'll want to tune in for an inspiring show and see what some people are already doing. Everyone does have something to contribute and if you take action and do it --who knows what good might come of it! Kate will interview Patricia Gallagher who started out wanting to put smiles on the faces of the elderly in the Philedelphia area by delivering flowers and is on a mission to spread those smiles across the country by encouraging others to do what she has done. We will talk with Dr. Melissa Bird who is a fierce advocate for social justice, not just for herself, but for her community and anyone who needs support in their pursuit of equality and equity. We will hear what Edie Weinstein is doing as a Hug Mobster to make sure people feel connected and know the amazing healing power of touch. Ask yourself what could you do to solve a problem or make things better in your community and then take action. Yes, if you can imagine or envision it, you can do it! You too, have something to contribute and could help to make this world better, happier or more functional for us all! Tune in for an inspiring show

Kate interviews two experts on anger who will share with us good ways to avoid and deal with anger and how to manage it for a happier, healthier life. Tom Zeimann is an author of two books, The Department of Zenitation: A Layman’s Guide to Making Spirituality Work in Real Life & Taming the Anger Dragon: From Pissed off to Peaceful. He is a motivational speaker and Life Purpose, Mediation & Anger Management Coach and has dealt with and conquered the anger demons himself. Tera Lea Day came from a background of anger and deeply felt it's effects. She has made it a focus of her work as a Anger Management Coach working with individuals and groups. We will talk about how to deal with anger in our own lives and how to deal with angry people and why it's so important. Tune in for an inspiring show.

They say our stories determine who we are. The question is "how will we use our stories to shape a better destiny"? Kate interviews Barbara Krauss, Author of Fearless Choices​ and Founder of The Centre for Organic YESipes. Barbara calls herself a STORYOGRAPHER. Her book is a collection of writings she has compiled about courageous and inspiring life choices. We will delve into the importance of story in our lifes and how telling our story has effects on our mind, body and spirit and can be very healing and transformative. Barbara will give us insight into what she learned about story in the process of compiling her book. She is an Author, Speaker and Creativity Coach with a practice in Redmond, WA. She is working on her second book which will be published soon. Tune in for an inspiring show.

Kate interviews a panel of advocates and experts who are experienced problem resolvers to get insight into bullying and what we can do both to stop the behavior and to help children and adults deal with it when they encounter it. It is not just a problem in our schools and on the playgrounds, but is prevasive in all areas of our society, It is in the work place, our relationships and our governmental and social institutions. Kate interviews Rhonda Hillman and Gabrielle Ford, (Gabe & Izzy) and known for their advocacy of bullying prevention. Michael Ray Graves works as an advocate for bullying prevention and has designed programs for the schools to help stop bullying and educate teachers, students and parents on how to handle it. His Program is called Kidini and uses 8 colorful characters to help explain how to to deal with dangerous situations. Stay tuned to get some good ideas on how we can deal with, prevent and recover from this toxic and devastating behavior pattern. Tune in for an inspiring and informative show

There are more victims of addiction than the addict themselves. It is a bit like a contagious disease and creates a web of destruction and pain all around it. There are many types of addiction and they all cause hurt and trauma to all those in their path. Kate will interview two guests who know something about this and get insight into the problems and the processes involved in the healing and recovery process, both for the addict and those affected by addiction. Kate will interview Dr. Carla Russo, PHD., Nathropath, Founder of the Zen Wellness Academy, sucessful Author, Speaker and Entrepeneur, as well as, addiction survivor and recovery advocate. We will hear about Dr. Carla's journey and the work she does now. Also joining us will be, Debbie Carlson-Gould, Founder of Hearts in Healing restorative retreats and facilitator for Warrior Goddess. Debbie will tell us about her own expereince with recovery and healing from the pain and betrayal of her husband's addiction to pornagraphy. We will learn where that journey has taken her and about the work she is now dedicated of helping other women with healing Tune in for an inspiring and informative show.

Kate interviews two experts in the Addiction and Recovery field, Michael Oden & John Flaherty to get insight into the causes, the problems encountered and the best solutions to get back to living a productive and meaningful life. Michael Oden, is a Deputy Probation Officer & Behavioral Specialist with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. He has studied and treated individuals who have had substance dependency and negative behaviors for most of their lives. His success rate with this population, due a methodology he designed called the Needs Based Method®, is over 85%. Michael has interviewed, researched and treated over 8500 chemically dependent and emotionally stunted clients. Michael’s book, When Nobody’s Home, was published in 2014. It is about his treatment methods and experiences with clients. The Needs Based Method®, which gives awareness and understanding regarding how certain individual “needs” get met, whether through life diminishing or life fulfilling behaviors. Michael is also a keynote speaker with a powerful message. Jennifer Klostz is a Certified Addiction & Recovery Coach and Outreach Coordinator specializing in helping women through recovery. We will hear about Jennifer's own battle with recovery as a single mother and learn how and why she came to help other women through this time. We will find out about the special challenges of being a woman and single mother and how Jennifer helps women with this. We will get insight into the difficult and destructive issues of addiction and find out what's working to help people to conquer it. Tune in for an informative show.

This is a follow up show to the program we did on August 13th, interviewing a panel about their expereinces with Narcississts and the toxic relationships they produce. Kate interviews Dr. Bindu Babu, Revital Shiri Horowitz and Anoushka Marcin, who have all had experience with Narcissists and the toxic and dangerous relationships they bring. We will talk with all three of them about how to heal from these toxic relationships, when they can't be avoided or you realize that is what you have been dealing with. We will get advice on how to move past these relationships and move forward to healthy and happy lives. Tune in for an inspirung and informative show!