Hope, Healing and WellBeing – Mary O’Keefe

Chere Bork holds a Masters Degree in Adult Education with an emphasis on nutrition. She is a graduate of Coach U and is a Certified Executive Wellcoach®.As a Law of Attraction facilitator, she loves helping people create a healthy lifestyle, a satisfying career, and a joy-filled home life.  Chere is an author of the coaching cookbook, 5 Ingredients for Healthy … Read more about this episode...

Megan Beace, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in supporting clients in a super commuter relationship, overwhelmed women, and gifted girls. She shares her personal story of how their family became a “super commuter couple” when her husband took a job in New York, half a continent away from their home in Minneapolis. She defines super … Read more about this episode...

In her book, Far Outside the Ordinary, Prissy Elrod chronicles the period in her  life when, during a routine physical, her fifty-year-old husband is given less than a year to live. Never one to take no for an answer, Prissy is determined to save Boone, her beloved husband and the father of their two daughters. She exhausts Western and Eastern … Read more about this episode...

With the beginning of the new year, many of us are committed to developing a healthier life. One of the best things to do is get off sugar and processed foods.  Certified health and life coach and “sugar liberation expert”, Connie Bennett discusses her book, Beyond Sugar Shock:The Six Week Plan to Break Free of Your Sugar Addiction and get … Read more about this episode...

Sue Elliot is founder and Editor-in-Chief of Law of Attraction Magazine and creator of Heartfelt Holidays, an audio program designed to help people let go of their fear, dread, anxiety and sadness around the holidays. As a transformational coach for many years, Sue has heard stories about how difficult holidays can be for some people. Often people feel pressured to … Read more about this episode...

Wanda J. Cooper is the author of How to Overcome Depression, Illness, Infertility and Hormonal Imbalance and Reclaim Your Connection to God. In the past decade, women’s health issues have increased dramatically. Hormone problems, infertility, and depression are on the rise, as are chronic illnesses and thyroid disorders. Along with these struggles often comes an increasing sense of isolation and … Read more about this episode...

For the first time, Mary Treacy O’Keefe is the featured guest on her own show!  She discusses her new book, Meant-to-Be Moments: Discovering What We Are Called to Do and Be.  Many of the stories contained in her new book were sent to her by readers of her first book, Thin Places:Where Faith is Affirmed and Hope Dwells.  Meant … Read more about this episode...

Brenda Michaels  is an inspiring, insightful, and passionate communicator. Through her current work as the syndicated talk-show host of Conscious Talk and The Women’s Hour, as a public speaker, workshop leader, spiritual and emotional coach, anchor writer for Sibyl Magazine, and a member of the Advisory Board for the Emerald Heart Cancer Foundation, Brenda’s leadership in raising awareness is a … Read more about this episode...

Elaine R. Ferguson, MD, an Ivy League educated physician, has practiced holistic medicine for over two decades. Her consulting practice, One Health, LLC, is dedicated to empowering patients through educating them about the latest breakthroughs. Her latest book is Superhealing: Engaging Your Mind, Body and Spirit to Create Optimal Health and Well-Being. Dr. Elaine begins by discussing her decision to … Read more about this episode...

One out of four children in the world suffer from some sort of depression. Up to one out of 40 babies can be depressed. Deborah Serani, PhD,  descended into a debilitating depression as a teenager, attempting suicide at age nineteen. The fallout from this major depressive episode required her to take a medical leave from college in order to recover. … Read more about this episode...

Ashley Darkenwald, BA, CPT, PES, has been a professional in the fitness industry for over a decade. Her passion for health and fitness started as a gymnastics athlete and then coach.  Years ago, one of her first fitness commitments was to exercise every day for just three minutes, and now she has become a nationally-accredited certified personal trainer, fitness instructor, … Read more about this episode...

In her book, Under The Bridge Backwards: My Marriage, My Family and Alzheimer’s, Barbara Blanch Roy shares her story of life with her husband Phil after he was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. In his early sixties when diagnosed, he had retired a few years earlier after many years as a surgeon. Barbara describes the meaning of the title … Read more about this episode...

Dr. David Kopacz  begins by distinguishing between holistic, integrative, and complementary medicine. He likes the term “contemporary medicine” to describe medicine at the current time.  True healthcare reform requires addressing dehumanization in medicine by caring for the whole person of the professional and the patient. His book, Re-humanizing Medicine provides a holistic framework to support human connection and the expression … Read more about this episode...

Louise Griffith, MA, LP, is a dynamic and passionate speaker and greatness coach whose message is filled with life-changing concepts and insights.  Drawing on her experience as a licensed psychologist, author and educator, Louise offers thought-provoking direction and guidance.  She is also a certified facilitator for the Og Mandino Success System™ and Managing Your SIX Advisors™. Louise helps individuals find, … Read more about this episode...

Dianne Collins’ entire life has been devoted to the question: what is the access to creating the results we truly desire? After studying everything from physics to metaphysics she made “a few life altering discoveries that led her to create the QuantumThink® model—a system of thinking comprised of principles and practices that make it quick and easy for anyone to … Read more about this episode...

Rev. Alan L. Pritz is an interfaith minister, meditation teacher, and spiritual counselor who has taught inner sciences for almost forty years.  Inspired by the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, Pritz founded Awake-in-Life in 2008, where he provides meditation training and spiritual counseling for individuals and meditation and work/life balance programs for organizations. In this interview, we discuss his new … Read more about this episode...

Author of a Road To Freedom: Strangers Restore Justice for an Innocent Man, Trudy Baltazar, grew up in St. Paul, MN. She had a challenging childhood and young adult life which she feels has given her compassion for others and a desire for justice. Trudy gained recognition for her efforts in helping free a wrongfully convicted husband/father after he … Read more about this episode...

Stress Reduction Expert Melissa Heisler is author of the new book, From Type-A to Type-ME: How to Stop “Doing” Life and Start Living It. After 10 years managing and directing theatrical productions followed by a Masters in Integrated Marketing Communication and 17 years in corporate marketing, the stress of high pressure, deadline driven jobs led to poor mental and physical … Read more about this episode...

Fear of cancer recurrence is among the most commonly reported problems and one of the most prevalent areas of unmet needs for cancer survivors. Elevated levels of this fear can cause considerable disruption in social functioning and affect well-being and quality of life, according to research at the National Institutes of Health.With increasing proportions of patients diagnosed with cancer becoming … Read more about this episode...

Holistic health expert Dr. Susan Smith Jones discusses the value of doing seasonal detoxes plus how to protect yourself from fall allergies and avoiding illness in general this fall. Dr. Susan hasn’t been sick in 27 years and has never taken any medication. She is the founder and president of Health Unlimited, a consulting firm dedicated to optimal wellness, health … Read more about this episode...

Baker Dan, an author and a chef has been dealing with Palindromic Rheumatoid Arthritis (PRA) for the last 18 years. He has written his book,Beating Arthritis: Alternative Cooking by creating recipes (gluten-free, lactose-free, with no added sugar or fat) from a patient’s point of view. Baker Dan has learned that through the process of self-study and medically-supervised diet-change … Read more about this episode...

Kate Hellmers has worked with scientists, executives, students, people in the entertainment industry, and other professionals in the Ionth Energy (“I-on-th” – the physical energy and subtle energy – around our bodies – combined) and many more. She has been able to bring her years of working in the corporate world (for years using energetic techniques), and combine that knowledge … Read more about this episode...

Alexis Acker-Halbur has survived cancer and diabetes, loss, childhood abuse, rape and sexual exploitation. Her book, Never Give Up: Break the Connection Between Stress and Illness provides stories and tools for making meaning out of life’s events. Alex has her master’s degree in writing and is a communications and writing professional. In her career, she has worked in the health … Read more about this episode...

Alexis Acker-Halbur has survived cancer and diabetes, loss, childhood abuse, rape and sexual exploitation. Her book, Never Give Up: Break the Connection Between Stress and Illness provides stories and tools for making meaning out of life’s events. Alex has her master’s degree in writing and is a communications and writing professional. In her career, she has worked in the health … Read more about this episode...

Scott Scott Greenberg is currently the host of the weekly radio show “Oh My God, I’m Getting Older and So Is My Mom” and he recently authored a book of the same title, As a senior advocate, Scott peels back the layers on how “getting older can be tougher than we thought,” and provides helpful commentary and suggestions on how … Read more about this episode...

Mary is on vacation so please enjoy this program from our show archives. Cancer survivor/advocate, educator, author and national speaker Ruth Bachman discusses her new book, Growing Through the Narrow Spots. Her message is based on a life with numerous “narrow spots.” Using an hour glass as a metaphor, if cancer or another crisis is the narrow spot, then … Read more about this episode...

Kani Comstock was training as a research scientist when she first experienced missed motherhood. Her life then took a different course. She has lived and worked in Japan, traveled widely especially in the Pacific region, designed cultural and educational exchange programs, developed and directed four organizations including the Hoffman Institute, and wrote a prior book, Journey into Love, Ten … Read more about this episode...

PATTI CONKLIN, Ph.D., Medical Intuitive, is a “Vibrational Intuitive” with exceedingly rare vision and the unique ability to pull disease out of the physical body. Patti is a lecturer and teacher of vibrational medicine: the method of improving health and wellness through the neutralization of “negative” vibrations in the cells of the body. She is an incredibly sensitive and … Read more about this episode...

Maria L. Fuentes is Director and Founder of Hypnotikadiet, a successful holistic weight loss center in South London that also offers a helpful online program. As a result of her own personal experiences, Maria changed from a career in management and finance to embrace Complementary Medicine. She trained with great passion in Clinical and Medical Hypnotherapy, NLP and EFT with … Read more about this episode...

Nikki Abramson is a Korean-American adoptee who lives with several rare and serious illnesses and disabilities. Despite these and other challenges, she also is a performer, motivational speaker, life coach, and teaching artist of acting, improv, and choreography. In this interview, we discuss her new book, I Chose Hope: Overcoming Challenges with Faith and Hope. In her inspirational autobiography, she … Read more about this episode...

Cami Smalley, MA is a Health and Wellness Coach who specializes in holistic wellness, personal growth, and stress management coaching, and teaches yoga, meditation, and several stress management strategies. With advanced degrees in Physical Education and Holistic Health Studies, she has worked in the health and fitness industry for over 25 years. She currently volunteers at Well Within as … Read more about this episode...

Joani Geltman, an expert in the field of Child Development and parenting, has been working with parents, children, universities, schools, and private and public companies for over 30 years. Joani has developed a course especially designed for parents on understanding their child’s cognitive and emotional and social development. This popular course has been offered at many private and public schools … Read more about this episode...

Author, journalist, master life coach Peter Baksa has traveled the world collecting scientific research and life experiences that lead to the development of a technological model that illustrates how humans manifest their reality. Now he is sharing his insights to help others discover how they can begin to hone in on their desires, set an intention and declare a set … Read more about this episode...

Regina Cates’s commitment to helping people awaken to lives of limitless possibility began in 2004 after a long, painful journey to unshackle her own life. The company she co-founded, Romancing Your Soul, is now a the source of inspiration for hundreds of thousands of people all over the globe. Her work enables her to fulfill her mission: helping people connect … Read more about this episode...

This week’s show is a continuation of a conversation with Dr. Swarj Kaur, this time as a discussion of hope and positive thinking. Dr. Swaraj Kaur, Ph.D., CEO and President of Dr. Kaur’s Wellness Solutions, is a certified holistic practitioner with over 25 years of experience as scientist and entrepreneur. With doctorates in biochemistry and naturopathy, she has published and … Read more about this episode...

Dr. Swaraj Kaur, Ph.D., CEO and President of Dr. Kaur’s Wellness Solutions, is a certified holistic practitioner with over 25 years of experience as scientist and entrepreneur. With doctorates in biochemistry and naturopathy, she has published and presented her work in various scientific communities, including national and international symposiums. Dr. Kaur has found that spirituality is not learned but comes … Read more about this episode...

Bestselling author, Joe Dispenza, D.C., was one of the scientists featured in the award-winning film What the BLEEP Do We Know!? Since that movie’s release in 2004, his work has expanded, deepened, and spiraled in several key directions—all of which reflect his passion for exploring how people can use the latest findings from the fields of neuroscience and quantum physics … Read more about this episode...

As a Certified Master Hypnotherapist, NLP Master Practitioner, Huna Practitioner, and Reconnective Healing Practitioner, Belinda Farrell is effective at getting results and enhancing performance in people’s lives. In her book, Find Your Friggin Joy, Belinda discusses how she used various healing modalities to foster healing. Belinda received her training in HUNA on the Big Island of Hawaii. Huna means “secret” … Read more about this episode...

Sara Chetkin was diagnosed with scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, when she was fifteen years old, resulting in much discomfort and pain. She spent much of the next fifteen years exploring both her own spiritual growth and various healing techniques. In 2007, she earned a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Sara also is a Ro-Hun therapist … Read more about this episode...

Sue Frederick is the best-selling author of several books including Bridges to Heaven: True Stories of Loved Ones on the Other Side, our topic for this show. An intuitive since childhood, she draws upon dreams, ancient numerology, powerful intuition and conversations with spirits to help her clients fulfill their soul’s mission and use their pain for a meaningful life. In … Read more about this episode...

Dr. Henry Emmons discusses his latest book, The Chemistry of Joy Workbook: Overcoming Depression Using the Best of Brain Science, Nutrition, and the Psychology of Mindfulness. Pathways to Joy integrates the most effective approaches to align body, mind and heart toward the goal of living a more joyful and resilient life. Dr. Emmons shares some of the latest information on … Read more about this episode...

Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to extraordinary complications—heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, nerve damage, vision loss, hypertension. But according to research done at Joslin Diabetes Center, type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to end up that way. You can halt its progress—and even prevent it. Sheri Colberg, PhD is a professor of exercise science at Old Dominion University and an adjunct professor … Read more about this episode...

Dr. Ilya Skolnikoff is a licensed chiropractor and Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology. He has studied numerous systems of health care such as acupuncture, herbs, homeopathy, naturopathy, nutrition and others. He has helped a number of people with thyroid problems, Type 2 Diabetes, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and high blood pressure to reverse their conditions relatively quickly. As … Read more about this episode...

Aila Accad, RN, MSN, “Your Stress-Busters Expert” is an award-winning international speaker, bestselling author and certified well-being coach who specializes in quick ways to release stress and reclaim that energy to live your highest purpose. Her bestselling books include “The Call of the Soul: A path to knowing your true self and your life’s purpose” and “34 Instant Stress-Busters… Read more about this episode...

Jo Anne Bishop, PhD, MPA is considered one of the world’s leading experts on the use of Mindfulness in business, corporate and personal life. She has over twenty years of experience motivating people and groups to realize their human potential. She is also a highly successful author and motivational speaker. It is her passion to teach others effective steps to … Read more about this episode...

Anke Otto-Wolf is the founder of “Sedona Soul Balance”, successfully embracing proven personal growth methods, and intertwining those with the ancient wisdom of Native Traditions and Ceremonies in manifesting Nature’s Energy and Spiritual Balance to Self-Belief and Self-Power. She also is the author of Give Your Soul a Gift. A native of Germany, Anke now resides in Sedona, Arizona, where … Read more about this episode...

In his work as an author, teacher, certified master coach and inspiring speaker, John Curran‘s passion is to help others realize their full potential. From studying the habits of very successful people, he learned about the power of the mind, including how self-care practices like meditation have an impact on our minds. In his coaching practice, he helps people … Read more about this episode...

Kristen K. Wernecke is a non-denominational minister of healing who has been practicing massage therapy and energy healing since 1990. As the result of her own experience of painful childhood trauma, Kristen decided to become trained in various holistic healing modalities including massage, energy therapies, Emotional Freedom Technique. Her new book, Choosing Conscious Health for a Vibrant Life is a … Read more about this episode...

In honor of American Heart Month in February, we’ve invited cardiologist Steve Smalley, MD to provide a comprehensive overview of invaluable information about how to determine the risks and prevent heart disease. He also discusses the symptoms of a heart attack, which are often different for women, and what to do immediately after someone has one. Some of the most … Read more about this episode...

After about 30 years of TV cameras and news scripts, the lights came on.That’s when award-winning broadcaster Darin Adams discovered that the secret of TV is the secret of life. It’s always better with passion. He writes about passion in his book, Lights, Camera, Passion: Discover Passion, Discover Happiness, Discover Success. Passion is about energy. He explains the connection between … Read more about this episode...

At the age of 26, Mark Bowness’s life hit rock bottom. When his marriage ended, he was severely depressed, drinking too much and eventually tried to take his own life. This attempt led to a powerful awakening: he realized had lived for 26 years and yet had never truly lived. He now believes his suicide attempt was a cry for … Read more about this episode...