From No Worth To Self-Worth

We're back from our summer break, and I couldn't think of a better day than to launch our newest episode in Season 2 with our good friend Steve Spiro!! Have you ever heard that your network is your net worth? Or that your net worth is equal to your network? It's true. Networking is so important and if done right, can open doors you never thought possible. Steve Spiro is known as the "Master Connector" with tens of thousands of connections at his finger tips. He wasn't always this way, but when he found his self-worth, the net worth increased with each connection, and now he teaches you how to do the same by serving your audience and the relationships that you create. Having a support system is crucial to a healthy business, and for healthy relationships. We take a deep dive into how self-worth plays a critical role in every single relationship. If we don't feel worthy of money, love, respect, a network full of supporters and cheerleaders, then what kind of life are you leading? Coach Jim Johnson video mentioned at the end of the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-nMab6XDNI To learn more about Steve Spiro, go to:  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-spiro-master-connector/ Website: http://stevespiro.com/ Speaker website: https://spiro-global.com/ Show website: http://masterconnector.show

Are you a Christian Dad? Do you believe the men are the "Spiritual Leaders" of the home? Does religion play a formal part in your life? In this episode, Chris Grainger joins the show to discuss how dads can find their self-worth inside of their spirituality. Whether you are in organized religion like Lutheran, Catholicism, or are you a non-denominational Christian? Either way, we are all on a journey. Learn how dad's can be present fathers and how Chris approaches his fatherly duties and models them after Jesus. Chris is the Founder of, The Lion Within Us, and has a passion for serving others.  He is building a community that provides Christian men encouragement to become the leaders they are predestined to be.  Chris connects with others by sharing personal stories of professional success, hurdles encountered, and how every circumstance is an opportunity to build the Kingdom.  He helps men stand firm in the faith by strengthening areas of Health (Mind/Body), Wealth (Careers/Finances), and Self (Husbands/Fathers/Brothers in Christ). At home, Chris is married to his wonderful wife and has 3 awesome daughters and a son!  He enjoys working out, serving at church, coaching youth sports, and anything that involves getting outside. Website: https://thelionwithin.us/ The link for the Bible study is https://thelionwithin.us/resources/bible-study/. The code for the listeners to get this for free is WORTH Subscribe, Rate & Review the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-no-worth-to-self-worth/id1621225330 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k4d6dvfNSt5WUqi2nhmc Get your copy of the book HERE - https://www.amazon.com/No-Worth-Self-Worth-Sean-Douglas/dp/B095JXK3WQ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1651022052&sr=8-1 Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here https://gofund.me/183024f8 Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth

You've heard of generational wealth, but have you heard of generational worth? What would it mean for your children and your children's children to be worthy? Is it possible to teach each generational how to be worthy no matter the economy or the circumstances as to where they were raised? In this episode, Miro Heyink talks about how to create generational worth in your family. He has been doing this for others for years, through events and through coaching. Learn how to create generational worth in your own family in order to receive the generational wealth we always hear about. Website FB Subscribe, Rate & Review the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-no-worth-to-self-worth/id1621225330 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k4d6dvfNSt5WUqi2nhmc Get your copy of the book HERE - https://www.amazon.com/No-Worth-Self-Worth-Sean-Douglas/dp/B095JXK3WQ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1651022052&sr=8-1 Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here https://gofund.me/183024f8 Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth

Are you in mid-life? Do you need a midlife revolution? In this first episode of season 2 and of 2023, Nina Szewczak joins the show to talk about the mid-life crisis and how you can revolutionize your life. Nina's experience and expertise combine over 17 years of work & study in the realm of transformation and change, leadership and management, coaching, mentoring and HR and revolutionizing lives. Nina completely transformed her own life twice and is helping people to overcome adversities, turn situations from tragic to magic, get better - not bitter, and make life great again. https://themidliferevolution.com/   https://www.instagram.com/nina_themidliferevolution/ https://www.facebook.com/nina.szewczak1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninaszewczak/ Subscribe, Rate & Review the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-no-worth-to-self-worth/id1621225330 Get your copy of the book HERE - https://www.amazon.com/No-Worth-Self-Worth-Sean-Douglas/dp/B095JXK3WQ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1651022052&sr=8-1 Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here https://gofund.me/183024f8 Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth

Do you homeschool kids? Why or why not? Which one of the 5 Love Languages do you derive your self-worth from? Is there a such thing as "total life freedom"? In this episode, fellow Author & Podcast Host, Vincent Pugliese, explains it all. Having total life freedom is someting that he and his family have been striving for years, which prompted him to write his book and start his podcast. Vincent is the Author of, The Wealth of Connection, and, Freelance to Freedom, as well as, a Keynote Speaker. He is the owner of The Total Life Freedom Mastermind Community, which helps entrepreneurs, and those looking to become entrepreneurs, build a life of time, money, and location freedom, and the Host of the Total Life Freedom Podcast! Vincent Pugliese is, most importantly, a husband to his wife, Elizabeth, and father to their three sons, Andrew, Nolan, and Dylan. Vincent and his family live in Bradenton, Florida, where they homeschool their children through interest-based learning.  www.totallifefreedom.com Subscribe, Rate & Review the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-no-worth-to-self-worth/id1621225330 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k4d6dvfNSt5WUqi2nhmc Get your copy of the book HERE - https://www.amazon.com/No-Worth-Self-Worth-Sean-Douglas/dp/B095JXK3WQ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1651022052&sr=8-1 Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here https://gofund.me/183024f8 Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JZ_8fHtUl87OK6ua0-fow  

This episode topic is long overdue! Sha Sparks goes LIVE on the show to talk about human behavior and how important it is to invest in yourself and the people around you. Sha dives deep into trauma, resilience, and how creating an environment that fosters love and care can make all the difference in the world for someone who doesn't receive that on a daily basis.  This topic discussed became even more prevalent over the past couple years and on this show, it's taken head on. Sha Sparks is the CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of Sparks Of Fire International, Certified Fearless Living Coach & Fearless Communicator. She helps Leaders like you reignite your F.I.R.E. to take fearless action, to be intentional with your communication, to acknowledge your own resiliency, and to spark excitement in your life and business. Sha's Website and Podcast: https://www.shasparks.com/

In this episode, Co-Author of the From No Worth To Self-Worth Book, Mike Merritt, discusses his chapter, how to obtain true happiness, and how you can find your worth in the deepest darkest moments of your life. Don't let your circumstances define you. You were made for something great! Michael Merritt is an Inspirational Speaker, Author, Life Coach, Podcaster, Founder of Merritt Coaching Group, and Michael has been an EMT/ Firefighter since 1994.  He is the Owner and Instructor for Advanced Medical Training. He started his career in the fire service and employed with Sherman Fire Department for over 10 years. On his days off, Michael taught American Heart Advanced Adult and Pediatric Life Support Certification classes. He worked as a Paramedic for various emergency departments, ambulance services, and event companies. In 2010, he moved to a quality position at Methodist Charlton and became the Quality Coordinator for the Cardiac Cath Lab. He has taught American Heart Association Certification classes for over 20 years. His motto is, "Saving Lives Through Education." Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Subscribe, Rate & Review the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-no-worth-to-self-worth/id1621225330 Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here

Have you ever suffered from an emotional trauma? Are you still "dealing" with past emotional hurt and pain which precludes you from enjoying day to day activities? Are you ready to be healed? Mahesh Grossman is a Somatic Hypnotherapist who specializes in anxiety, depression, and pain management. He is the Author of, The One Minute Anxiety Solution (oneminuteanxietysolution.com) and the creator of the Defy Trauma Course (DefyTrauma.com), which features his 5-Step Trauma Detox process.  His unique approach to healing through hypnosis starts with connecting to and releasing the leftover emotional tension we hold in our body, and using that as a tool  to break free of bad habits like smoking and overeating, as well as, overcoming anxiety and depression and managing pain. Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JZ_8fHtUl87OK6ua0-fow

Are you Leader? A CEO? A Supervisor? How much self-worth do you have? Who determines YOUR self-worth? In this episode, our Co-Author, Christine Rose, talks in depth and answers these very questions. If you are in any kind of leadership role, this episode is just for you. Do your team a favor and spend time listening to this episode. They'll thank you! Christine Rose helps owners of SMEs grow leadership, effective teams, and profitable businesses. Award-winning ICF-ACC, Business Coach, Certified Value Builder Advisor, Certified Psychological Safety Coach, and member of Forbes Coaches Council, Christine's insights are featured on Forbes.com, Public Interest Radio and National Business Radio. She is Co-Author of the #1 International Bestseller, Cracking the Rich Code, Vol. 4, and Author of the Amazon #1 New Release, Life Beyond #MeToo: Creating a Safer World for Our Mothers, Daughters, Sisters & Friends, featured in the U.N. Foundation. Website: www.coachchristinerose.com Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JZ_8fHtUl87OK6ua0-fow

In this episode, Elisabeth Lava goes deep into her spiritual awakening that altered her life, what is a spiritual awakening, and how to find out if you have experienced one. This episode is fascinating! Have you experienced a life altering spiritual awakening? Elisabeth Lava is a former Deadly Disease Investigator, Community Health Leader, and Veterinarian, who helped prepare for and respond to the pandemic. Elisabeth went through many dark nights of the soul that pushed her into spiritually transformative experiences that led her to powerful healers, mindfulness, meditation, yoga, Ayurveda, and spiritual practices of deep wisdom. Now, Elisabeth bridges the world as a Transformational Health, Life, and Spiritual Emergence Coach®. Healthcare Providers, Veterinarians, and Conscious Leaders hire her to support them in returning to wholeness through deep selfcare or transition to a different career to find inner joy and peace. She is a Mental Health Advocate and speaks about the intertwining of mental health and spiritual growth. https://www.elisabethlava.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-lava-lawaczeck-dvm-66916725/ https://youtube.com/channel/UC7r755ZNP53UaI9O4wHQK1A Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JZ_8fHtUl87OK6ua0-fow

Have you ever faced addiction? Do you know someone who has? If so, this emotionally deep episode is for you! Listen in as Dana and David share how addiction detroyed their family but then brought them back together. David Marion and Dana Golden are ex-spouses and the co-authors of, Addiction Rescue; The NO-BS Guide to Recovery. David, having lived through multiple addictions, among them, opioids and gambling, lost everything from his family to his multi-million dollar brokerage firm to five years of his life in federal prison all due his addictions. He is now a nationally recognized Public Speaker, Certified Intervention Professional and Certified Recovery Coach. He has worked with PBS with the Hold On To Hope documentary and the CDC on their RX Awareness Campaign, which has won several awards, including an Emmy. Dana lived the other side of addiction; navigating through the wreckage David caused her and their two daughters as she kept wellness and balance in a home with active addiction. She is now a Certified Family Addiction Coach and Certified Recovery Coach. They are passionate about spreading their message of hope, healing and inspiration in working with the families affected by Substance Use Disorder. Learn more at: https://www.theliferecoverycoach.com/ Get your copy of the Self-Worth Book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth  

In this episode, Host Sean Douglas and Karen Owoc discuss here book, Athletes In Aprons, all about nutrition, and the work she does with Veterans working with the Va. Karen Owoc, ACSM-CEP, ACSM-CET is a clinical exercise physiologist in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation at the Palo Alto VA Medical Center and works privately as a medical fitness trainer and plant-based nutrition consultant. She is also a guest speaker on lifestyle medicine and has been the weekly TV health expert on KRON 4 News in San Francisco for the past 4-1/2 years, appearing in over 200 interviews. Certified by the American College of Sports Medicine, Karen focuses on the fascinating findings of human longevity and the centenarian lifestyle. Because of her love for sports and family history of early-onset heart disease and stroke, Karen focused on a career path where food and exercise are used to treat, manage, and prevent disease. She just released her first book on functional longevity, “Athletes in Aprons: The Nutrition Playbook to Break 100”. The essence of her book: Your age is a given. Growing old is a choice.™ Karen also posts on her lifestyle blog, KarenOwoc.com.  Get your copy of the book HERE - https://www.amazon.com/No-Worth-Self-Worth-Sean-Douglas/dp/B095JXK3WQ/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1651022052&sr=8-1 Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth

In this episode, Host Sean Douglas and his guest, Dr. Kelly Bohnoff, talk family worth. There are many cultural and family differences in this world, and navigating those for your own family can be tough. This episode hits right in the feels! Dr. Kelly has 35 years of professional experience with countless generations of traumatized families as a Registered Nurse (RN), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), nationally certified trauma therapist (ACTP), certified Legal Nurse Consultant (CLNC), and co-founder of Josephine's Clinic, a non-profit serving those who have experienced human trafficking and violence. Through personal, professional, and volunteer experiences she discovered the key ingredient to healing trauma in children, adults, couples, and families and is author of the upcoming book, “Beyond Trauma Drama: Cultivating the Sacred Nature of Families to Heal.” From her earliest childhood, Dr. Kelly Bohnhoff experienced a deep devotion to vulnerable children, teens, adults, and families. She expresses herself best through speaking and writing, sharing her knowledge about the power that each of us has not only to heal ourselves but our children, relationships, families, communities, and the world. Social Media/Links/Hashtags http://onesacredfamily.com/ https://www.facebook.com/onesacredfamily https://twitter.com/bohnhoff_kelly #onesacredfamily https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-bohnhoff-phd-rn-lmft-actp-clnc-b9953961/ Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JZ_8fHtUl87OK6ua0-fow

What does abundance look like for you? Is it a continuous search or does it come naturally for you? How do you know when you have found abundance? Judy Balloff joins us to talk about how she overcame a heart attack and five strokes, lost her career, her husband's career, and started a whole new one. She had no value because of the strokes. She couldn't walk, barely talk, and cognitively was not the same. Through hard work, dedication, and resilience, she has bounced forward and wrote an amazing book titled, 365 Days of Abundance.  Judy Balloff has been a Nurse, an Aerobics Instructor, a Banker, and Financial Adviser. She is finally where she belongs as an Author, a Speaker and a Teacher. She is the Author of the book, “365 Days of Abundance” with a Foreword written by Bob Proctor, and the instructor for the online course: Love Your Life-Choose Your Thoughts!    Get her book HERE Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JZ_8fHtUl87OK6ua0-fow

Do you celebrate your wins? Do you celebrate others around you win they win? How much do you care about what others think about? In this episode, Pat Roque talks about getting out of her own head, to stop boiling the ocean, and to celebrate and be grateful even in the small moments. You have to do the sall things in order to accomplish the BIG things. We dive deep into social media and how people put their worth into how many likes, shares, and comments they have. You will know by the end of this episode how to notice the patterns of negativity and positivity that will may or may not miss every day. Pat Roque and her Rock On Success System helps leaders and their organizations rock their leadership potential as they gain the clarity, confidence, communication and connection skills to leverage their contributions, uplevel their skills, articulate their value, and feel respected and fulfilled as part of a thriving in-person, hybrid, or virtual team...despite unsettling times. Leveraging 20+ years as a communications and PR expert with top firms, Pat's acclaimed executive training and strength-based workshops drive collaboration, engagement, and productivity through her tested and proven framework of signature systems. Whether meeting 1:1, in group coaching or from the stage, her audiences gain confidence, leadership effectiveness, career fulfillment and a rock-solid future. She's a fierce advocate for strength-based culture, radical flexibility and workplace unification, women's leadership, diversity and belonging at organizations including WebMD, Bayer, SHRM, HBA, Novartis, & KPMG. She's an avid golfer and teaches networking on and off the golf course. Pat's team and her system offer a breath of fresh air: call on Pat to drive metrics that matter, yet offer more fun and fulfillment than you've had in a long time! Website: https://rockonsuccess.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patroque Subscribe, Rate & Review the show here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-no-worth-to-self-worth/id1621225330 Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here

Few people understand the challenge of maintaining a sense of Self-Worth better than the Female Entrepreneur. About three-quarters of men and women start businesses to pursue an opportunity, rather than out of necessity, but men tend to be more confident of their eventual success. Even with similar levels of education and experience, men and women have drastically different views of their abilities. Why is that? Some may argue that women are hard-wired to be doubtful of their capabilities, but nothing could be further from the truth. The fact is, women have been exposed to far more boundaries imposed upon them by society and have to fight harder for the same opportunities, often for the most basic human rights. As you might expect, the impact this has on a woman's mindset and sense of Self-Worth is less than favorable. Candice is passionate about helping people reach their financial dreams. She is a highly motivated woman who has a passion for helping others succeed in life and business. She is a mother of 4, top performing realtor, entrepreneur, money coach, and speaker. Candice has been a real estate investor since 2001. Candice's candid approach to business and affinity for getting past the fluff and getting to the root of each challenge for her clients so that they get a lot done, has led to her becoming a highly sought-after coach within the finance and real estate industries. She also provides sales coaching to fellow real estate agents but her passion lies in the finance industry. She coaches / trains / mentors on money topics, anything from basic budgeting to real estate investing. Candice has had many opportunities to speak in front of large crowds and enjoys teaching others and helping people reach their financial dreams. https://www.candicebakxfriesen.com https://www.facebook.com/InvestorSmarts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/investor-smarts/id1443677340?mt=2

Spiritual Reminders and Affirmations are a great way to remind yourself that sometimes we have to take our own advice. It is important to remember that you're not alone. Ken talks about this in depth about how he has to remember that his strategies work, too, and to use what he teaches in his own business. Ken is the Founder of Bator Training & Consulting, Inc. (BTC), as well as the Police Officers' Credit Union Association (POCUA), and has more than 20 years of experience in helping organizations reach new levels of effectiveness by aligning their brand, culture, and strategy. He is the Author of, The Formula for Business Success = B + C + S, and, The Pocket Guide to Strategic Planning: The 90-Day Quick Fix for the Business Owner or Manager. Ken has hosted and produced four separate shows, including, Branding the Experience, Cool Culture Corner, The CU Business News Podcast, Public Safety Talk Radio, and Beyond the Call. His articles have appeared in many publications, including, The Credit Union Journal, Lifestyle Entrepreneur, CU Business Magazine, ABA Bank Marketing, and as one of the first category directors of the recently launched Podcast Magazine. Ken is a well sought-after Speaker and has presented during several conferences, both in-person and virtually, worldwide, including, an appearance as an “Icon of Influence” during the New Media Summit. Ken had earned a BS in Finance and an MBA in Entrepreneurship from DePaul University, as well as, a Certification in Integrated Marketing from the University of Chicago. Website: https://www.btcinc.net/btccontent Ken's B+C+S Book: https://www.amazon.com/Formula-Business-Success-Kenneth-Bator-ebook/dp/B00XO7BJ4C/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1434989191&sr=1-1&keywords=kenneth+bator Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/fromnoworthtoselfworth

Self-Worth is the most important thing we all need to develop before we can take our lives to the next level. No matter how far you want to go, learning your own Self-Worth is something that will change your life forever and will help you grow into a much better person no matter what your goals are. Shawn Laurie, A.K.A. the Veteran Guy, is a U.S. Army Combat Veteran completing two Afghanistan tours, 2007-2008 and 2010-2011. Shawn was injured in Afghanistan on his second tour and sent to Fort Gordon, GA, where he spent two years with the Wounded Transition Unit for ACL Reconstructive Surgery. Shawn was diagnosed with PTSD, major Depression, and severe Anxiety. He was finally retired from the Army in Oct 2012. Shawn has also struggled with opiate and Benzodiazepine addiction for 9 years. After many years of battling with his own demons and suicidal thoughts, Shawn lost his best friend from Ft. Gordon to suicide in 2016 and decided to make necessary life changes. He checked himself into a detox center and graduated six months later from an intensive outpatient rehab center. Shawn is the Founder of the Outreach Support Group Non-Profit Organization, VetLife4Life, and Authored his first book, Veteran Mindset 2.0. He's known as an Advocate, Ethos Speaker, Mindset Influencer & Consultant. Website: https://www.vetlife4life.com Facebook @ RealTalkWithShawn Instagram @ RealTalkWithShawn Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here Join the Facebook Group HERE

Studies suggest that low Self-Esteem can lead to a tendency toward drugs or alcohol consumption. It's known that there is a cause-and-effect relationship between low Self-Esteem and addiction. The question is, which came first, the chicken or the egg? It's hard to tell which is the cause and which is the effect. Is the addiction a result of low Self-Esteem, or is the low Self-Esteem a result of addiction? In some cases, having low Self-Esteem may be one of the reasons a person begins to abuse drugs or alcohol in the first place. In other cases, maybe they started out with good Self-Esteem, but addiction and its consequences damaged their ability to love themselves. Self-Worth becomes a common denominator in this situation. A parent may be outwardly successful and happy, but inside they are doubting themselves and blaming themselves for poor choices their child has made, some leading to addiction. There is not a parent on Earth that cannot instantly recall an incident in the past where they lost their temper with their child over something inconsequential, a time when they weren't where they should have been to protect their child, a time when they didn't follow the promptings they were feeling, or a time when they were completely out of control and the repercussions hit directly on the mental health of their child. These situations often happen when the child is young or during the early teenage years, but it can literally happen at any time. The stress and reality of life are often the catalyst for a parent's lack of attention and time. It doesn't mean they don't love their child; it means they are not equipped to deal with their own anxiety and the pressures of life, and they unintentionally transfer their emotions to their children, either through their absence, or their reactionary communications. As a result, the child becomes unsure, feels unsafe, and is starving for approval, support, connection, and security. When the parent cannot, or does not, provide these needs, a child's sense of Self-Worth dissipates quickly. Just like the parent, the child will put on a good show outwardly, but inside, they are crying, unsure, and doubting themselves. As they look outside the home for a place to belong, they are often drawn to groups of kids who are also suffering from abandonment, abuse, or neglect. The Self-Worth of both parents and children takes a hit when they are young, when they are hurting, and battling Mental Health issues. Thus, begins the downward spiral for the entire family. Self-Love, Self-Esteem, and Self-Worth play a critical role in the choices we make throughout our lives. Connection and acceptance by one group over another also directly affects our choices.  All humans want to be loved, accepted, and connected. If drugs and alcohol, and those associated with these actions, appear to be the only way to meet those needs, for a damaged soul it can be difficult to resist joining the group.              In this crazy world we live in, filled with both heroes and villains, love and hate, daisies and cocaine, it's important to love ourselves enough that we are willing to do the work, to stand up for ourselves, to believe in ourselves, and to make good choices.  One out of every five (20.2%) students report being bullied. (National Center for Educational Statistics, 2019) A higher percentage of male than of female students report being physically bullied (6% vs. 4%), whereas a higher percentage of female than of male students reported being the subjects of rumors (18% vs. 9%) and being excluded from activities on purpose (7% vs. 4%). (National Center for Educational Statistics, 2019) Of those students who reported being bullied, 13% were made fun of, called names, or insulted; 13% were the subject of rumors; 5% were pushed, shoved, tripped, or spit on; and 5% were excluded from activities on purpose. (National Center for Educational Statistics, 2019) Bullied students reported that bullying occurred in the following places: the hallway or stairwell at school (43%), inside the classroom (42%), in the cafeteria (27%), outside on school grounds (22%), online or by text (15%), in the bathroom or locker room (12%), and on the school bus (8%). (National Center for Educational Statistics, 2019) According to a recent study, the absolute number of suicide deaths increased by 6.7% from 762,000 to 817,000 annually between 1990 and 2016, while age-standardized suicide rates fell by a third. Worldwide, the rates in 2016 were about 16 deaths per 100,000 men and 7 deaths per 100,000 women: women also experienced a greater decrease compared with men over the study period. (Global Burden of Disease Study) Suicide was the tenth leading cause of death overall in the United States, claiming the lives of over 48,000 people. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) WISQARS Leading Causes of Death Reports) Suicide was the second leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 and 34, and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 35 and 54. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) WISQARS Leading Causes of Death Reports) There were more than two and a half times as many suicides (48,344) in the United States as there were homicides (18,830). (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) WISQARS Leading Causes of Death Reports) If you have doubts, please look in the mirror every single day and remind yourself, “I am enough. I have value. I am loved, and I love me.” If you are tempted to make the wrong choice, please call a friend, call your sponsor, call someone. Please make a better choice, not just for you, but for generations after you, too. They are watching your example.     Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)   STOP Bullying Now Hotline: 1-800-273-8255   National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-779-SAFE   National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE   National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888   National General Mental Health Hotlines: https://www.pleaselive.org/hotlines/   Stop Abuse Resource: https://www.stopitnow.org/   Military Helplines: https://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/Mental/CrisisLines   SAMHSA: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ *This is not an inclusive list but these hotlines and online resources are available for those suffering, and for those who are tired of watching a loved one suffer.  PLEASE use this resource and know that you are NOT alone! Get your copy of the book HERE Help us by donating to our cause today! Donate Here