Second Acts with Joan Herrmann

Dimitri Moraitis; says that everything you think, feel, and do radiates a spiritual energy that comes through in various colors and hues, which is your aura. He contends that by changing the quality of your aura, you can automatically change the quality of your life. Dimitri discusses the intricate anatomy of the auric field and how it impacts the way you live. Dimitri is co-founder and co-spiritual director of Spiritual Arts Institute; and a metaphysical teacher and healer. He is the co-author of many books including,  Change Your Aura, Change Your Life: A Step-by Step Guide to Unfolding Your Spiritual Power    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At 41 years old, Katie Kaiser Smith was diagnosed with inoperable, terminal brain cancer. More than a decade later, Katie is here to share her story. After her diagnosis Katie started writing a daily diary to inform her friends and family of her health and ongoing treatment. That daily blog was so therapeutic for her that she continued writing it for four years, chronicling everything from her diagnosis and treatment, to her physical, mental, and spiritual transformation. That diary became the book, Welcome to Katie's Brain: A Brain Cancer Survivor's Story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holistic psychiatry is an emerging approach to mental healthcare that focuses on the biological, psychological, spiritual, and social factors that contribute to mental health issues. Dr. Judy Tsafrir; shifted from a conventional practice of psychiatry to one that treats the whole person.  She discusses the limitations of conventional psychiatry and why it's important to integrate the spiritual; emotional, and physical dimensions of health. Dr. Tsafrir is a holistic healer with a private psychiatry and psychoanalysis practice. She is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, and is the author of the book, Sacred Psychiatry — Bridging the Personal and Transpersonal to Transform Health and Consciousness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Laura Copley; believes that at the core of most toxic relationships is a painful trauma wound desperate to be healed. She contends that trauma; survivors try to navigate romantic relationships in the only way they know how – fearfully and painfully; She discusses how to untangle trauma bonds and transmute toxic patterns; into healing opportunities for intimacy and connection. Dr. Copley is a licensed professional counselor and trauma researcher. Her new book is Loving You Is Hurting Me: A New Approach to Healing Trauma Bonds and Creating Authentic Connection; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's world, bullying and aggressive behavior is becoming increasingly prevalent. It's easy to dismiss bullies as jerks, hateful or evil. But according to Bill Eddy  LCSW, JD, only by understanding how their personalities work can people effectively intervene with adult bullying behavior. He explains how bullies manipulate others and what we can do to overcome their power. Bill is the author of the new book, Our New World of Adult Bullies: How to Spot Them – How to Stop Them    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To combat negative life events, we need resilience. But what is resilience and how do we get it? Sally Baker; offers a guide to developing a deeper understanding of how we can successfully emerge from life's inevitable challenges; She discusses strategies to help us re-assess unhealthy coping mechanisms so we can gain resilience; from the inside out. Sally is a therapist who began her training working with women survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. She is the coauthor of Seven Simple Steps to Stop Emotional Eating; and How to Feel Differently About Food; Her new book is, The Getting of Resilience from the Inside Out: A Practical Guide to Learning Resilience at Any Age, No Matter Your Upbringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes it may feel like the world is becoming more and more divisive. Many people today feel disconnected and lonely and they're seeking love and connection. Renowned mindfulness teacher, Henry Shukman provides a way to healing based on four "inns" of practice —Mindfulness, Support, Absorption, and Awakening. He talks about how we use our wounds as a pathway to love. Henry teaches mindfulness and awakening practices. His struggles and traumatic experiences as a youth, combined with a spontaneous awakening experience at age 19, paved the way for him to develop a well-rounded approach to spirituality. His new book is, Original Love: The Four Inns on the Path of Awakening; Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Weigel trained for and completed an Ironman triathlon within six months of finishing chemotherapy. He talks about how to cling to the joy in life, no matter the odds. According to Paul, if you believe in the impossible, the incredible can come true. Paul is a six-time Ironman triathlete, college professor, and author of  Iron Dad, A Cancer Survivor's Story of Discovering Strength, Life, and Love Through Fatherhood.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people experience a traumatic event at some point in their lives. While the symptoms of trauma usually improve over time, some people may experience lingering effects that don't go away on their own and may interfere with their day-to-day lives. Dr. Stephanie Covington a pioneer in the fields of addition, trauma, and recovery, talks about trauma and its impact. Dr. Covington is a clinician, author, and organizational consultant. She is the author of A Woman's Way Through the 12 Steps;  Her new book is Hidden Healers-The Unexpected Ways Women in Prison Help Each Other Survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perfectionism is something many people strive to achieve. It can drive high standards and motivation. But according to Dr. Greg Chasson , perfectionism does not necessarily equate to excellence. He contends that those who establish such a high standard of rigid ideals for themselves often become paralyzed because they're afraid that they will make mistakes or fail to meet expectations.; font-family He offers practical strategies to manage perfectionism. He is the author of the book, Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could free yourself from anxiety, depression, or pain? What if you could feel whole again? Bob Gardner contends that there is a way to retrain your body and mind to produce happiness, peace, and well-being on autopilot. He talks about why we are built for freedom and how we can achieve it. Bob is the founder of The Freedom Specialist, a body-based approach to happiness, health, and well-being. He is also the author of the book, Built for Freedom, and host of the inspirational podcast, Alive and Free.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suzanne Giesemann knew how to live in a left-brained world as a Navy commander and aide to the head of the US military, but the death of her pregnant stepdaughter catapulted her on a journey leading to a very different destination. Suzanne believes that seeing from the eyes of the soul is the key to a joy-filled life. She discusses how we live from the soul's perspective where she contends the highest answers lie. Suzanne is a spiritual teacher and author who was recognized on the Watkins list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. She is the host of the Messages of Hope podcast and author of multiple books including, The Awakened Way: Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what your dreams mean and how they can shed light on your inner world? According to Theresa Cheung, you can decode their profound meanings and gain valuable insights into your waking life. She talks about how you can learn to understand the messages hidden within your dreams. Theresa is an expert in dream analysis and author of the book, The Dream Dictionary from A to Z. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people today are struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout. Dr. Greg Hammer contends that there is a path toward personal resilience that can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, in just a few minutes a day. He talks about his GAIN method for self care that he says can improve mental, emotional, and physical health. Dr. Hammer is a professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, a physician, best-selling author, and mindfulness expert. He is the author of the book, GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health CareProfessionals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Changes to your body and brain are normal as you age. And while it may feel like it's out of your control, research shows that there are things you can do to help slow any decline in memory and lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or other brain issues. Dr. Tommy Wood discusses how you can improve focus and cognition at any age. Dr. Wood is an assistant professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington and the co-host of Better Brain Fitness Podcast. His forthcoming book is Future Proof Your Brain. Find Dr Tommy Wood on Instagram  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perfectionism is something many people strive to achieve. It can drive high standards and motivation. But according to Dr. Greg Chasson, perfectionism does not necessarily equate to excellence. He contends that those who establish such a high standard of rigid ideals for themselves often become paralyzed because they're afraid that they will make mistakes or fail to meet expectations. He offers practical strategies to manage perfectionism. Dr. Chasson is a licensed clinical psychologist, board-certified cognitive-behavioral therapist, and the director of Behavioral Interventions of the Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders Clinic in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience at the University of Chicago. Over the past two decades, Dr. Chasson has provided cognitive-behavioral therapy for clinically severe perfectionism He has authored or co-authored more than 70 scientific publications and is the author of the book, Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mental health challenges are real and they're common. It has been reported that 1 in 5 adults experience some form of mental illness in a given year, and nearly 1 in 5 children have some type of serious mental illness. Kay Warren discusses how we can support individuals struggling with mental health challenges and their loved ones. Kay cofounded Saddleback Church with her husband, Rick Warren.  After the death of her son, Matthew, who lived with serious mental illness for most of his life, she founded Saddleback's Hope for Mental Health Initiative as a way to support individuals and family members of loved ones with mental illness and suicidal ideation. In 2019, Kay started BREATHE, a ministry to support parents of children with serious mental illness. BREATHE events include weekend respite retreats, online retreats, and free Zoom calls with mental health professionals. Kay was a board member of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention and is active in mental health/suicide prevention efforts in Orange County, Ca. She is the author of several books including, Choose Joy: Because Happiness Isn't Enough Connect with Kay Warren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people today are struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout. Dr. Greg Hammer contends that there is a path toward personal resilience that can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, in just a few minutes a day. He talks about his GAIN method for self care that he says can improve mental, emotional, and physical health. Dr. Hammer is a professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, a physician, best-selling author, and mindfulness expert. He is the author of the book, GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health CareProfessionals. Find Dr. Greg Hammer www.greghammermd.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered what your dreams mean and how they can shed light on your inner world? According to Theresa Cheung, you can decode their profound meanings and gain valuable insights into your waking life. She talks about how you can learn to understand the messages hidden within your dreams. Theresa is an expert in dream analysis and author of the book, The Dream Dictionary from A to Z. Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL https://www.cyacyl.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's fast paced world, achieving personal growth and financial success can be challenging. Reverend James Parker interweaves spiritual insights with practical financial wisdom to help us develop the mindset, habits, and practices that are necessary to reach our deepest desires. Reverend Parker is the senior minister and CEO of Unity Chicago and the author of the book, The Wealth Spark: Igniting Your Path to Abundance and Success. Connect with Joan Herrmann at CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inner strength is an essential skill that's necessary for carrying out tasks, making decisions, and achieving goals. Without it, it's difficult to start anything, and it's difficult to get to the finish line. Alyssa Ages was able to flip Mack truck tires and walk with 300 pounds on her back. She was the strongest she had ever been, until her body betrayed her. During the process of rebuilding her strength, she began to wonder: What if strength isn't about how much we can lift, what if it's about how we manage life's struggles? Alyssa explains how the pursuit and possession of strength can permeate every aspect of our lives, from building resilience and confidence, to finding joy in discomfort, to teaching us to handle adversity. Alyssa is the author of the book, Secrets of Giants: A Journey to Uncover the True Meaning of Strength. Find out more about CYACYL Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joy is one of our basic needs, and yet it eludes many. When we experience life's challenges and turmoil it may difficult to live in joy. Grace Harry learned how to see her pain as a gift that created a pathway for joy. She discusses how we find joy, re-discover it, and incorporate it into our daily lives. Grace worked for 30 years as a music industry executive at Island Def Jam and Jive Records, and was once married to Usher. Today, she helps people welcome joy back into their lives. Her new book is The Joy Strategist: Your Path to Inner Change. Follow Grace Harry on Instagram @graceharry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just about everyone has had an experience that has led to wondering if there's a way forward. Sometimes it's so devastating that you can't see a path no matter how hard you try. According to Dr. Ken Druck, it's not always clear how to go on. And that's okay! He offers a guide for when we find ourselves feeling lost, uncertain, or even terrified about the road ahead. Dr. Druck is one of the nation's leading grief and resilience experts. Since losing his own daughter in a tragic accident, and later working with families after 9/11, Sandy Hook, and Columbine, he has dedicated his life to helping others learn how to face hardships and navigate life's daily ups and downs. Dr. Druck is a best selling author of more than a dozen books, a recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Contribution to Psychology award, and a speaker. He is often featured in national press. His new book is, How We Go On: Self-Compassion, Courage, and Gratitude on the Path Forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we think of well-being, we often think of our physical and mental health. But, according to Kamlesh Patel, affectionately known as Daaji, there is a third system we often overlook: the spiritual anatomy. He contends that the chakras lead us back to the sustainable happiness and meaning we desire. Daaji discusses how we can learn how to nurture our spiritual anatomy to become our most authentic, divine self. Daaji is the spiritual leader of the Heartfulness Organization and the author of numerous books including Heartfulness Way and Designing Destiny. His new book is Spiritual Anatomy: Meditation, Chakras, and the Journey to the Center. Connect with Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com www.daaji.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Online dating is a big part of the dating world today and is one of the main ways people look for a partner. The Pew Research Center reported that 3 in 10 U.S. adults have used dating apps. When meeting strangers online, how can you be sure the person is legitimate and has your best interests at heart? Donna Marie Hayes was scammed and robbed of her life's savings by a man that she described as the “love of her life”. When she began the relationship, Donna was at the top of her game. She had a successful career on Wall Street and was starring in her own one woman off Broadway show. Donna shares how she fought back and the lessons she learned. Donna owns a coaching practice dedicated to helping women shed victimhood for empowerment. She is the author of the book, These Broken Roads: Scammed and Vindicated: One Woman's Story. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women are increasingly controlling wealth. Research shows that 95 percent of women will be a primary financial decision maker at some point in their lives. Nancy Tengler believes that it's important for women to develop the knowledge and skills required to accumulate wealth and build an investment portfolio. She offers strategies for investing, especially in these times of inflation and rising interest rates. Nancy is CEO and chief investment officer of Laffer Tengler Investments. Her career as a portfolio manager spans 40 years. She is a financial commentator on media and author of the book, The Women's Gide to Successful Investing: Achieving Financial Security and Realizing Your Goals. Read Nancy's blog Connect with Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Change is the one constant in life and yet most of us are addicted to certainty. We like life to be neat and tidy but the reality is, it's anything but. One day, Emma Nadler got a call from her daughter's doctor that changed her life forever. Faced with the realities of raising a child with a rare genetic condition, she had to confront her preconceptions of motherhood and her perfectionistic beliefs. She discusses how to navigate whatever challenge life throws at you. Emma is a psychotherapist, author and speaker. She helps people understand and tolerate emotions, build deeper relationships, and find meaning in life's challenges. Her memoir, The Unlikely Village of Eden, is about learning to adapt and accept when life doesn't go as planned. Meet Emma Nadler here https://emmanadler.com/ Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our bodies are built to respond to stress, but it's easy to forget about your innate power when you are facing challenges. According to Dr. Christy Gibson, it is possible remodel your brain to achieve post-traumatic growth. She explains how to embrace your power and transform your life. Dr. Gibson is a physician, change agent, and trauma clinician. She is the author of the book, The Modern Trauma Toolkit: Nurture your post traumatic growth with personalized solutions. The Modern Trauma Toolkit- Christy Gibson, MD Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a traumatic past, which includes kidnapping and physical, emotional and sexual abuse, Doug Dane beat the odds stacked against him to find happiness and success in his own life. Doug's work is inspired by the steps he took to overcome the typical trajectory for someone in his shoes. He discusses ways to help us break into a new life, no matter what we may have experienced. Doug is a mindset mentor, speaker, mental health advocate, and author of Mistaken Identity: A Guide to Letting Go Of A Past That's Holding You Back. Live coaching and mentoring with Doug Dane Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we experience a difficult time, we may believe that finding joy is too hard, too much to hope for, and only for those who are resilient enough. According to Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, joy is an innate human right accessible to all. Dr. Sethi helps us rediscover joy, not as a destination or solution, but as a practice for healing. Dr. Sethi is a board-certified integrative family medicine physician and clinical associate professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She has spent the past 25 years working on the frontlines of the most marginalized communities, as well as globally with victims of school shootings, survivors of hurricanes, citizens impacted by police violence, and psychologists in Ukraine under attack. Dr. Sethi is the author of the book, Joy is My Justice: Reclaim What Is Yours. Dr. Tanmeet Sethi Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At age 11, Brooke Ellison was hit by a car, an accident that left her paralyzed from the neck down and dependent on a ventilator. Ten years later, she graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in cognitive neuroscience. At 23, she penned Miracles Happen, a memoir that was adapted into a movie, The Brooke Ellison Story, directed by Christopher Reeve. Brooke went on to earn her MPP from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, and a PhD in sociology from Stony Brook University. Today, she is a tenured professor at Stony Brook. Brook talks about the story of her remarkable life, and her belief that people possess the strength and grit to fight back when we feel all is lost. Brooke is also the author of Look Both Ways. Find out more about Brooke Ellison Find about about Joan Herrmann and CYACL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a rise in hate speech online. Bullying is a growing problem. We have divided governments. Sometimes it may feel like we're surrounded by hate. Matthew Williams, founder and director of HateLab and a professor of criminology, talks about how we can stop the proliferation of hate. Matthew is regarded as one of the world's foremost experts in hate crime and hate speech. He advises and has conducted research for TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Google, The Professional Footballers' Association, the Ministry of Justice, and the US Department of Justice. Matthew's research has appeared in numerous documentaries, radio and television programs, and on Amazon and Netflix, as well as publications worldwide. He is the author of the book, The Science of Hate: How Prejudice Becomes Hate and What We Can Do To Stop It. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With all the friends we have on social media, are we really creating valuable, sustainable relationships? There is a growing loneliness epidemic and while we appear to be more connected than ever, many are lonelier than ever before. Why are we struggling to find the human connection we seek? Christie Tate, believes that it's important for females to consciously recognize and elevate their friendship bonds. After realizing her life was a friendship graveyard, she embarked on a brutally honest exploration of her friendships sorting through the ways she kept the lasting bond she craved out of reach. She talks about the powerful transformative power of friendship. She is the author of the book, BFF: A Memoir of Friendship Lost and Found and of the New York Times bestseller Group, which was a Reese's Book Club selection. She has been published in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Chicago Tribune, among others. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who is navigating grief often feels like there is no end to the pain. Life as they know it is over and there doesn't feel like there is a way out. Karen Johnson's professional career as a federal judge came to an abrupt halt when she lost her 27-year-old son to a heroin overdose. Rather than grieve in a way that made people around her comfortable, she did the unexpected. She quit her lifetime appointment career, sold her house with all her belongings, and traveled the world, finding a healing practice along the way. Karen shares her journey of transformation. Karen is a graduate of Georgetown Law Center, a former Fulbright Scholar in Afghanistan, and holds Masters Degrees in Public Health and Public and International Affairs. She is a retired federal administrative law judge who practiced criminal and energy law for more than 30 years. She also is a former US Army officer, Major, USAR. Karen is the author of the book, Living Grieving: Using Energy Medicine to Alchemize Grief and Loss. Change Your Attitude Change Your Life- Find out more Find books and oracle card decks from MindBodySpirit.fm podcast hosts in the online store Sign up to see the documentary film Gratitude Revealed for free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can we live our lives more fully knowing some day we will die? Barbara Becker, an ordained interfaith chaplain and human rights activist, tested the ancient wisdom of living with the end in mind by allowing death to become her teacher. Barbara discusses how we can explore our curiosity and learn to live life to the fullest. Barbara is the author of the book, Heartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind. Find out about CYACYL Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of us allow fear to stop us from achieving what our heart desires. We don't take risks. Lisa Thompson climbs mountains to challenge herself physically and to explore her own inner landscape. She teaches that we are responsible for defining our own boundaries, finding our own happiness, and facing our fears head-on. Lisa is a mountaineer, cancer survivor, and sought-after speaker and coach. Since she began climbing in 2008, she has summited some of the most challenging mountains in the world, including Everest. She has completed the Seven Summits, reaching the top of the highest peak of each of the seven continents. Through her company, Alpine Athletics, Lisa shares her message of strength and resilience. Lisa is the author of the book, Finding Elevation-Fear and Courage on the World's Most Dangerous Mountain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all experience challenges in life. For some, it's difficult to express their feelings and so they mask their hidden pain with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, isolation, or even violence. Matthew Quick understands that pain. Matthew experienced a “dark night of the soul” after using alcohol and drugs to treat his extreme anxiety and depression. He got sober in 2018, only to experience five years of crippling writer's block. Matthew talks about how he healed and what he learned. Matthew is the New York Times bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook, which was made into an Oscar-winning film. His other books include, The Good Luck of Right Now, Love May Fail and The Reason You're Alive. The Hollywood Reporter has named Matthew one of Hollywood's 25 Most Powerful Authors. His new book is, We Are the Light. Connect with Joan Herrmann and Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stress adds up in our bodies. We wake up with it, we carry it with us, and we pile on more throughout each day. It's often a challenge to handle the daily hassles of life. According to Dr. Elissa Epel, we don't have to live this way. She offers a prescription to living with more joy and ease. Dr. Epelis an internationally renowned health psychologist who is focusing on how to live well and thrive with stress, despite the challenges we face personally and globally. She is a professor at UCSF and the director of UCSF's Aging, Metabolism, and Emotion Center. She is a member of the National Academy of Medicine, past president of Academy of Behavioral Medicine, and serves on scientific advisory committees for the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Epel has received awards from Stanford University, the Society of Behavioral Medicine, and the American Psychological Association. She is the coauthor of the New York Times bestseller The Telomere Effect.Her new book is The Stress Prescription: Seven Days to More Joy and Ease. Find out about Joan Herrmann and Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The mind is miraculous, it never stops. It can take you to the highest highs and without warning, plummet you into darkness. According to Art Dielhenn, the mind is so relentlessly compelling that man has tried to manage it, understand it, control it, ignore it, teach it, and fix it. He offers strategies to help us get out of our head. Art had a successful Hollywood career, where he directed over 300 prime time episodes and 15 pilots including Punky Brewster, Head of the Class, Silver Spoons, Webster, and Sister/Sister. He transitioned to a career as a certified career coach and established Los Angeles Coaching in 2000. Art is the author of Get Out Of Your Head, It's A Mess In There! Find out about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we approach a loved one with Alzheimer's and other cognitive disorders in a way that affirms their continuing self-identity? Dr. Stephen Post, has worked around the world helping caregivers navigate the challenges of a loved one's cognitive decline. According to Dr. Post, focusing discussion and resources on the dignity of these individuals and the respite needs of their caregivers is vital. Dr. Post is an elected member of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board of Alzheimer's Disease International, and one of only three recipients of the Alzheimer's Association Distinguished Service Award. In 2001 he founded the Institute for Research on Unlimited Love with Sir John Templeton. Dr. Post is the founding director of the Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care, and Bioethics at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University. His newest book is, Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People: How Caregivers Can Meet the Challenges of Alzheimer's Disease. Find out more about Joan Herrmann and CYACYL here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who has watched the Holiday Classic, It's A Wonderful Life, can fondly recall Clarence, the guardian angel sent to earth to aid George Bailey in his time of need. Clarence helped George see the value in his life, and George helped Clarence earn his wings. This touching story has led many to wonder if there really are angels by our side and what their role may be in our lives. Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to angels since she was a baby. As a young child, she assumed everyone could see the beings who always accompanied her. Today, sick and troubled people from around the world are drawn to her for comfort and healing, and even theologians of different faiths seek her guidance. Lorna offers us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potential within us all. She is the author of seven best-selling books, including Angels in My Hair, A Message of Hope from the Angels. She is founder of the Lorna Byrne Children's Foundation, and the Seraph Foundation. Lorna has been featured worldwide by CNN, NBC Today, BBC, The London Times, The Economist, and many others. Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone dreams- but most people don't know that their dreams can be used for personal development. Machiel Klerk shares how, through dream incubation, you can manifest the life of your dreams just by cultivating an intimate relationship with your own dreams and taking the guidance you receive from your subconscious. According to Machiel, if you ask the right question and keep an open mind, your dream will give you an answer. Machiel is a licensed therapist, expert and international speaker on dreams. He has traveled the world studying various cultures, their healing traditions and dream practices. In his new book Dream Guidance Connecting to the Soul Through Dream Incubation, Machiel explains how dreams can help us in all areas of our daily lives. He is also the founder of the online organization Jung Platform. Find out more about Machiel Klerk and Dream Guidance Joan Herrmann and CYACLY.com Change Your Attitude Change Your Life Read 24 Seven Digital Magazine today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices