Podcasts about at risk youth

Kerry Owen returns to share more transformative stories about divine promptings, miracles, and the power of seeing others as God sees them. Building on our previous conversation, she reveals how listening to spiritual guidance has led her to save lives and create lasting change.• Kerry shares the story of being visited by the spirit of a teenager's deceased father who revealed his daughter's plan to take her life• Understanding promptings: Kerry explains how spiritual guidance typically comes to her three times before she acts• The miraculous story of two youth named Joshua and Jericho who were divinely selected for an overseas program• Details about Kerry's experience wearing a Maori cloak (karawai) and feeling the arms of love from ancestors• How witnessing a homeless man being mistreated led to a six-year project creating transitional housing for youth• Stories of helping refugees and recognizing the privilege of having access to medical treatment• Insights from Alison Merrill Hong's story about missionaries bringing light to a Taiwanese slum• Information about Kerry's upcoming book "The Gift of Charity: Embraced by Karawai of Love" releasing in JulyIf you feel inspired by this episode, act on the good thoughts you have. Connect with Kerry and support her work at www.reachouttodayorg.Check out the show on any of your favorite platforms and give us a like and follow if you like our content! Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gentlemen-project-podcast/id1536669294Audiblehttps://www.audible.com/pd/The-Gentlemen-Project-Podcast-Podcast/B08LG4HBLR?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6a91bd19-279b-41f5-bab2-b2cecfed7beb/the-gentlemen-project-podcastFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thegentlemenprojectpodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/thegentlemenprojectpodcast/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/gentprojectpod?lang=enLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gentlemen-project-podcast

Kerry Owen's story is a powerful testament to how dreams can lead to compassionate action. She shares her journey of establishing Feed the Need in New Zealand and later growing Reach Out Today in Utah, both aimed at alleviating childhood food insecurity and supporting vulnerable youth. • Kerry's background and charitable motivations • Origin and impact of Feed the Need charity • Connection through dreams and their significance • Challenges faced in establishing charitable organizations • Transitioning from New Zealand to Utah • Continuing work to address poverty in local communities • Examples of personal stories that inspire change • Ways for listeners to get involved and make a differencehttps://www.reachouttoday.org/Check out the show on any of your favorite platforms and give us a like and follow if you like our content! Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gentlemen-project-podcast/id1536669294Audiblehttps://www.audible.com/pd/The-Gentlemen-Project-Podcast-Podcast/B08LG4HBLR?action_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdpAmazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6a91bd19-279b-41f5-bab2-b2cecfed7beb/the-gentlemen-project-podcastFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thegentlemenprojectpodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/thegentlemenprojectpodcast/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/gentprojectpod?lang=enLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-gentlemen-project-podcast

Today's guest is Justin "Mooch" DeLoretto. Justin served as a chapter president of the Mongols Motorcycle Club for 15 years. He was also a key figure in the founding of one of the largest Australian chapters, which served as a base for expansion into Asia. He is now a social worker and a Mental Health Therapist who provides Multisystemic Therapy to At-Risk Youth and is the author of the book, “The Ride of My Life: From Street Gangs to Motorcycle Clubs to Social Worker”. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original. SPONSORS: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Allegiance Gold Go to https://ProtectWithAndy.com to get exclusive lowest pricing on the market for select gold bars or call (844) 790-9191 to talk to an account representative. MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code HALFOFF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode: 1288 Instability, self-control, and the metaphor of flight.  Today, flight shapes yet another metaphor.

We are so happy to introduce you to Elise White, President of Change Forward Industries, based in the Atlanta Metro area in Georgia. Join us for an interesting conversation with Elise. You'll learn about her educational background, including that she studied criminal justice and how that led to a career in insurance and claims management.Elise has 16+ years of experience managing claims for some of the biggest insurance companies, including Liberty Mutual, Travelers, and Zurich, and has developed quite an affinity for supporting at-risk youth, as well as at-risk industries. She recently launched Change Forward Industries. Listen to this episode to learn more about Elise, her career and what she's been up to lately, including some very important work with Diversity and Talent Alliance (DATA).Here are some resources related to our conversation: Change Forward Industries - https://changeforwardindustries.com/Article about RIMS/WCI Research Presentation: www.workerscompensation.com_Want better worker safety-tryEmpathyDiversity and Talent Alliance (DATA) , Non-profit https://www.diversityandtalent.org/Support the DATA Fundraiser - Workers' Compensation Empathy Relay Digital Game for $10: https://www.diversityandtalent.org/store/p/empathy-relay-digital-game-workers-comp-editionNote from Elise: "I did not state these stats with 100% accuracy, but here is the insurance data on the aging workforce and talent shortage within insurance:" Stats mentioned: 4% millennials interested in working in insurance careers, PEW Research50% of insurance professionals are looking to retire by 2028, National Association of Mutual Insurance We love Elise and we think you will too! Grab your headphones and let's go talk to Elise!¡Muchas Gracias! Thank you for listening. We would appreciate you sharing our podcast with your friends on social media. Find Yvonne and Rafael on Linked In or follow us on Twitter @deconstructcomp

In this powerful episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik sits down with TJ Sheehan, founder of Gloves Not Guns, a program that offers free boxing and martial arts training to at-risk youth from troubled backgrounds, including gangs, addiction, and jail. TJ opens up about his own past in gangs and drugs, a failed suicide attempt, and how martial arts and community helped him turn his life around. Together, they explore how the principles of martial arts—connection, community, discipline, and self-love—can transform lives and offer hope to those who need it most. If you're looking for inspiration and real stories of redemption, this episode is a must-listen.For additional support: www.wellnessdojo.caFacebook: The Wellness DojoInstagram: @wellnessdojoyycYouTube: The Wellness DojoEmail: info@executewellness.com

Today's guest Dana Brown is dedicated to building a safer communities by discouraging crime, restoring victim well-being, and emphasizing direct offender accountability through his work as Director of Eau Claire Treehouse and as the former Director of Restorative Justice. He shares about how this work takes place through ongoing relationships with youth and cites the importance of support for professionals within schools and the criminal justice system to be trained with restorative justice concepts that focus on helping youth to identify and develop strengths, set personal goals, and improve critical thinking skills.  To learn how you can get involved as a mentor or financially support the work being done by Dana and his team, visit www.ectreehouse.org Email: Hello@tandemmentorship.org or call 715.718.6887

#spsspodcast #singleparentfamily #findingpurpose In this powerful episode of the 'Single Parent Success Stories' podcast, Corey Poirier shares his incredible journey from growing up in a single-parent home to becoming a successful speaker and entrepreneur. Corey opens up about the unique challenges he faced, including financial struggles, bullying, and the absence of his father. He reflects on how his mother's relentless efforts and the independence he gained as an only child shaped his resilience and drive. Corey also discusses pivotal moments that led to his personal growth and professional success. Tune in to discover how Corey turned adversity into an opportunity and learn valuable lessons for overcoming your own challenges. Corey Poirier is a multiple-time TEDx, and sought-after Keynote, Speaker. He has spoken on MoMonday's and PMx stages, has shared the bill with everyone from John C. Maxwell to Deepak Chopra to Stephen MR Covey to General Hillier and has presented to hundreds of thousands of attendees since he began his speaking journey. Host of the top rated ‘Conversations with PASSION' Radio Show, For The Love Of Speaking Show, and the founder of The Speaking Program, he has been featured in multiple television specials, and he has been featured in/on CBS, CTV, NBC, ABC, and is one of the few leaders featured twice on the popular Entrepreneur on Fire show. A columnist with Entrepreneur and Forbes, he has also interviewed over 5,000 of the world's top leaders. One of his most recent talks took him to New York City where he had the extreme pleasure of speaking to At-Risk Youth at the Brooklyn Navy Yard Boys & Girls Club. Connect with Corey:

Tim Forbes scored a goal at his college lacrosse game and looked up to see who was cheering loudly--Tim will never forget spotting his friend, Santis, as well as a young, homeless man they had befriended, Thomas. Tim learned "radical empathy" through his encounters with Thomas. Tim was touched by Thomas' humanity and saw Christ residing in him--Thomas also ministered to Tim. Through this experience in his young adulthood, coupled with many years of ministry and a career in Catholic school administration, God has taught Tim to practice empathy with those he serves, as well as those he disagrees or struggles with.  Tim senses God's call to hope and serve in all circumstances--he is now working at the Judge Dinkins Educational Center, which "provides juvenile vocational training in Davidson County for adolescents who might be at risk or engaged with the juvenile or criminal justice system. The Center's programs are supported by social and emotional learning and focused on sustainable, hands-on education for long-term employment." Learn more at jdecnash.org.

We welcome Kim Wing back to IMPACT for an update on our homeless At-Risk-Youth of Vancouver. Kim Wing - Manager Special Projects Covenant House Vancouver: In the face of exacerbated challenges from the cost-of-living and housing crises, there has been a 32% surge in homelessness in Metro Vancouver since 2020 (Was in 2020: 3,634 202 and now 4,821 in 2023). Your donations have played an indispensable role in addressing these pressing needs. Thanks to our generous community, we've expanded our services significantly. Covenant House's commitment is to addressing rising needs led to unprecedented youth engagement in new programs, facilitated by caring staff in our new spaces. Art therapy sessions, life skills classes, and both on-site and off-site recreational activities represent our dedication to holistic support for youth. The demand for our programs has risen sharply, with mental health services experiencing a 30% increase in demand from 2022. On February 29th, IMPACT Host Nigel and his wife Rieko along with another 145 volanteers will brave the cold to sleep on the streets, showing solidarity with at-risk youth and supporting Covenant House Vancouver's mission to provide essential services, safety, food, and shelter. **Double Your Donation!** From now until the end of the month, every contribution to our campaign will be matched, making your support go even further. **How You Can Help:** - **Donate to Nigel:** [Click Here](http://support.covenanthousebc.org/goto/nigelbennett) - **Donate to Rieko:** [Click Here](http://support.covenanthousebc.org/goto/riekobennett) Your generosity can change lives. If you've already donated, thank you for your invaluable support. With gratitude, Nigel & Rieko / Team IMPACT Covenant House Sleep Out 2024

In this episode, join us as we sit down with Austin Lanier, a Christian hip-hop artist, motivational speaker, and mentor. Austin shares his inspiring journey of resilience, overcoming adversity, and the transformative power of mentorship. From navigating identity crises to becoming a beacon of hope for at-risk youth worldwide, Austin's story is a testament to the impact of mentorship in guiding individuals toward their purpose.Key Topics:Early Struggles and Mentorship: Austin opens up about his early challenges and how mentorship played a pivotal role in shaping his journey.Empowering Youth Through Music: Austin discusses his work as a Christian hip-hop artist and how music has been a catalyst for positive change and mentorship among at-risk youth.The Power of Mentorship: Delving deeper into the importance of mentorship, Austin shares insights on how mentorship can transform lives, instill resilience, and guide individuals toward their purpose.Inspiring Others: Austin offers advice for listeners on how to overcome challenges, embrace their unique identities, and become mentors themselves to impact the lives of others positively.Additional Notes:Austin's journey highlights the significance of mentorship in navigating life's challenges and finding one's purpose.Listeners will gain valuable insights into the role of mentorship in personal growth, resilience, and making a positive impact on society.Tune in to discover how mentorship can transform lives and empower individuals to reach their full potential.

Empowering Youth and Building Leaders | An Interview with Tre 9In this compelling episode of 'The Overdrive Podcast,' host Cameron Giddings sits down with Bobbi Herring, widely known as Tre 9, the founder of the nonprofit organization Eyes On Me. Tre 9 shares his journey from the streets to the stage and how his experiences have shaped his mission to empower and mentor at-risk youth through his organization and the medium of Christian hip-hop.Topics Discussed:Tre 9's Personal Journey: Tre 9 opens up about his own life experiences, the challenges he faced, and how they led him to establish Eyes On Me.The Formation of Eyes On Me: He details the inception of his nonprofit, its core mission, and the driving force behind his commitment to serving at-risk youth and their families.Impact on At-Risk Youth: Tre 9 discusses the various programs and initiatives under Eyes On Me, highlighting how they've positively impacted the lives of many young individuals in Houston, Texas.Christian Hip-Hop as a Tool for Mentorship: The conversation delves into how Tre 9 uses hip-hop as a unique and powerful tool to connect with and inspire the younger generation.Building Future Leaders: A crucial part of the discussion focuses on the importance of training and empowering future leaders to ensure the sustainability and growth of community impact.Advice for Aspiring Mentors: Tre 9 shares his insights and advice for listeners interested in mentorship and community service, emphasizing the need for passion, dedication, and empathy.Additional Episode Notes:This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the role of arts in community service, the impact of mentorship on at-risk youth, and the power of music in shaping lives and communities.Listeners are encouraged to reflect on how they can contribute to their communities and the importance of mentorship in personal and professional development.Additional Links:Learn more about Tre 9's work and Eyes On Me: Eyes On Me Official WebsiteExplore more about Christian Brothers Automotive and their community initiatives at cbac.com

Join us in this episode as Tyler Copenhaver-Heath, a biochemist and MBA graduate, shares his journey from humble beginnings to entrepreneurial success. Tyler, the founder of APEX Customs and other ventures, reveals how he turned challenges into opportunities, transforming a garage startup into a multi-million-dollar enterprise in under a decade. In our conversation, Tyler discusses his entrepreneurial insights and the transition from being an underdog to achieving remarkable success. Discover how his latest venture, Glaive, is dedicated to leveling the playing field for small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. Beyond business achievements, Tyler's commitment to mentoring over 100 entrepreneurs without charge showcases his dedication to giving back. Explore his diverse interests, from international MMA to long sword practice, and how they shape his unique approach to life and business. This episode goes beyond the typical success story, offering actionable lessons in resilience, transformative change, and the profound impact of personal connections. Tune in for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, a renewed belief in the power of perseverance, and insights on how challenges can become opportunities with the right mindset and guidance.

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These programmes are the last resort for kids who can't cope in mainstream schools – but barely any leave with NCEA qualifications.

A major part of Jack Brewer's mission is to serve God, fatherless children and prisoners. That's a mix with a Kingdom impact.

The children ARE our future.  And if nothing else, Omega should be a reminder that we can and should always do better.The uncertainty and instability (and sheer danger) of the Bad Batch's circumstances and lifestyle are starting to take their toll on Omega's well being. The volatility of their lives will most certainly imprint in her unconscious mind as patterns that will play out in her adult life… if the clones aren't more mindful of their influence on her. This is the importance of the work we do in personal development.  Each of the clones have their own set of baggage.  Those patterns come out and express themselves especially admit the most volatile situations they face. And through all of it, Omega in internalizing everything she is going through AND everything she is observing of them. This is how it works here too. Children will internalize everything they experience as well as even the littlest nuance in adults' behavior.  Sometimes we cannot control the external circumstances but we can certainly work to control our behaviors. I know, it's not easy and it's not that km asking for perfect.  But as long as we adults are willing to put in the work, we can help the children grow into adults with less baggage than us. That's why I continue to do what I do☺️=================Learn more about Worldwide Orphans at their website and socials:https://www.wwo.org/Instagram:https://instagram.com/wworphans?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/wworphans/?mibextid=LQQJ4dTwitter:http://twitter.con/potjpodcast

At-risk youth are students who need help avoiding the school to prison pipeline. This is what our guest Michy Morillo shares with us today on the show. Michy E. Morillo is an author, youth coach, and acclaimed keynote speaker with lived experience navigating the juvenile justice system. As a former juvenile delinquent and an expelled high school student, Michy went on to have a successful 20 year career in graphic design. Little did she know, being repeatedly incarcerated between the ages of 14 and 18 and being expelled were uniquely designed for her life's purpose. Following the blueprint that she now shares, she is reaching back to bring others along. As a spirited entrepreneur and aspiring philanthropist, Michy is committed to being a transformative force in the lives of youth, serving as a conduit to the skills and tools that nurture growth. Morillo shared her insights on the difference between motivation and inspiration, the impact of our social circle, growth vs. fixed mindset, and perspective. Some of these strategies are so crucial for at-risk youth and Michy does a fantastic job at coaching these teens through some of the hardest times imaginable. She also gave me some homework. Take a listen to today's episode to find out! You can learn more about Michy and her work at celldreamer.com   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Don't forget to subscribe to the show! If you'd be so kind as to leave a rating and review, that would help tremendously!   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Book Kevin to speak at your school or event!   Learn more about Kevin's speaking programs here! Download the 3 part video series to learn all about Kevin's decision making framework for students.   Follow Kevin on social! Facebook Instagram Linked In Tiktok Twitter  

On this episode of Legislative Review: bills that cover Regional Apprenticeships, At-Risk Youth Healthcare, Landlord Damage Claims, and Musculoskeletal INjuries in the Workplace.

An online transcript is available  .There's growing evidence that the routine practice of meditation improves quality of life (including relief from anxiety, increased focus, and the mitigation of negative emotions) and that these benefits can be seen after as few as five sessions of meditation. But we didn't really need scientific journals to tell us that: Practitioners of mindfulness meditation have been enjoying the benefits of this natural brain hack for millennia.  On today's program, host Seán Collins talks with a pioneering neuroscience researcher who describes what goes on in the brains of people who meditate, with a hospice doctor who trains his colleagues in techniques of meditation to help them deal with the stresses of their work, and with the founder of a program in Southern California that teaches at-risk youth to meditate as part of a program in effective social and emotional learning..Michael Posner, Ph.D., M.S.Professor EmeritusDepartment of PsychologyUniversity of OregonEugene, Ore..Glen Komatsu, M.D.Chief Medical OfficerProvidence Hospice, Los Angeles CountyTorrance, Calif..Patricia JonesFounderP.S. I Love You FoundationRedondo Beach, Calif..Seán refers to the Balance app — a personalized meditation coaching tool which is available for both the Apple and Android platforms..MORE INFORMATIONShort-term meditation training improves attention and self-regulation (Tang, Posner, et al., 2007)Short-term meditation induces white matter changes in the anterior cingulate (Tang, Posner, et al., 2010)Mechanisms of white matter change induced by meditation training (Posner, Tang, & Lynch, 2014)Circuitry of self-control and its role in reducing addiction (Tang, Posner, et al., 2015)Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction vs Escitalopram for the Treatment of Adults With Anxiety Disorders (Hoge, et al. 2023)..    

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. First, we speak with the executive director for The 100 Club, who discusses how the non-profit organization provides financial support to dependents of law enforcement officers killed or injured in the line of duty. Then, we talk to Houston Police Department Assistant Chief Chandra Hatcher and Sergeant DeAndre Hutchison who share their stories on how they became police officers and the positive ways their work impacts the community. We also hear from fellow Houston Police Officer, Sheldon Theragood, who shares his story founding the non-profit organization Theragood Deeds, which seeks to help inner-city youth become positive and affluential members of society. To learn more about Theragood Deeds and for information on how you can volunteer, click here. The Houston Police Department is always hiring, and are currently offering a $10,000 signing bonus for graduating cadets.  For information on Houston Police Department careers, click here. The Afro American Police Officers League (AAPOL) also provides mentors to those interested in becoming a police officer.  They also have a scholarship for graduating seniors.  The app goes live February 1 on the AAPOL website.  For more on the Afro-American Police Officers League, click here. In honor of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, one way to show appreciation is through a thank you note.  If you had a good encounter with an officer, consider writing a commendation letter. A letter can be hand delivered at any police station or you can email it here: hpd.communityaffairs@houstonpolice.org.   Guests: William Skeen Executive Director, 100 Club of Houston Chandra Hatcher Assistant Chief, Houston Police Department DeAndre Hutchison Sergeant with the Midwest Division Differential Response Team and Community Service, Houston Police Department Executive Director, Afro American Police Officers League Sheldon Theragood Police Officer, Houston Police Department Founder, “Theragood Deeds” Author, “Whatever It Takes” Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

I was introduced to Larry Lawton through Congressman Bill Posey's office as someone with a compelling story that can help point at-risk kids in the right direction. Man what a story ! Larry was was one of the biggest jewel thieves in American history who ultimately spent 12 years in prison for his crimes. Upon his release in 2007, Larry moved to Florida and began his career as a successful author, motivational speaker, and You Tuber. He is also the founder of the Reality Check Program that educates at-risk kids on the consequences of a life of crime. Larry is the host of his own very successful YouTube channel that boasts over 1.4 million subscribers. Geez, I wish my audience was that big.   Don't miss this show!

This episode features Gerry Florida, an accomplished jewelry artist, whose belief in human imagination and resilience fuels her work with at-risk youth, including those incarcerated in a juvenile detention center.  Florida has served as the director of several community art programs, as a board member of several community and educational organizations, and a founding member of Studio Blue. As she explains, “I thrive on minimal direction, spontaneity, and mistakes. Free-form wirework in jewelry-making demands impromptu solutions in order to harmonize each next move with the last. My work is a ‘live happening' of endless bloopers, masterfully redirected with each movement of untamed wire that is never backtracked, never undone and never given a second chance to correct itself. My continual artistic challenge is to integrate failures and make them beautiful in the finished piece.” Bringing this artistic sensibility to her relationships with juvenile offenders, she does not dwell on their past mistakes, but encourages them to integrate what they have learned into new and better possibilities for their futures.   Additional information about Gerry Florida's work as an artist and advocate for at-risk youth can be found on her website, https://floridarecycled.com

Our guest Claudine O' Leary educates communities on how to effectively respond to youth and adults with life experience in the sex trades through harm reduction. Drawing from her own experience as a trafficked teen and several years of advocacy work, Claudine's latest venture is a FREE toolkit designed in conjunction with the WI Dept. of Children and Families to help care providers draw out strengths in youth, ultimately building out resiliency from dangers like sexual exploitation and systemic violence. To learn how to gain access to this toolkit, please reach out to Rebecca Dettmann, MSW, APSW of the WI Dept. of Children & Families - rdettmann@chw.org

In this episode, Marcus interviews Jeanette Altman, a social worker in Florida. Jeanette tells of a youth camping experience for youth with parents who are suffering from substance abuse disorder. The nationwide program helps create support and bonds for youth who love their parents and, therefore, love an addict, with everything that entails. Jeanette tells how a participant's struggle story doesn't mean the end of the story. Marcus and Jeanette talk about the practice of non-judgement in listening to the stories of others and the special circumstances that arise with siblings at the camp. The two talk about struggle stories and how, often, the story never gets fully formed. By practicing active listening and non-judgmental awareness, we help others process their struggle story.   Key topics:00:00 – Introduction02:10 – How did Jeanette get into social work?04:06 – Jeanette talks about working with JFCS's Camp Mariposa and how she approaches the work.07:02 – Marcus asks about JFCS's Camp Mariposa and the campers that attend.10:38 – Jeanette talks about how important it is for campers to be given space to share their story without judgement or correction.14:28 – Marcus asks about the JFCS's Camp Mariposa team and the different people that work with the camp.16:36 – The two discuss intergenerational pattern of addiction and how to address the family dynamic. Jeanette teaches campers to imagine the future and shift perspective.22:20 – Marcus asks about “Struggle Story” and what that idea is. Jeanette highlights that it is brave and powerful to “sit in the uncomfortable.”27:41 – Marcus thanks Jeanette for her work and for her compassion. 31:26 – Marcus asks Jeanette a series of rapid-fire questions. Jeanette leaves the quote “What is mentionable is manageable.”34:51 – Thank You and Goodbyes Resources for you:Learn more about JFCS's Camp Mariposa: https://jfcs-cares.org/camp-mariposa/Connect with Marcus on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarcusEngelSpeaker/Connect with Marcus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindguypictures/Connect with Marcus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusengel/Subscribe to the podcast through Apple: https://bit.ly/MarcusEngelPodcastLearn more about Jeanette Altman:Jeanette Altman, MSW, has been working with children and families for 20 years.  Her passion for recreational camping combined with her desire to positively impact the lives of at-risk families led to the development of the therapeutic model utilized at JFCS's Camp Mariposa.  Jeanette received her MSW from the University of South Florida School of Social Work. She is currently the Director of JFCS's Camp Mariposa, a mentoring and prevention program for youth impacted by family addiction. Date: 06/20/2022Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in HealthcareEpisode title and number: Episode 55 – Jeanette Altman: How to Provide Compassion for At Risk Youth

My guest is Mitch DeArmon. He is a leader of men and a forceful advocate for men. He currently facilitates the Man-to-Men event, an initiation event for men who are looking for the strength that comes with associating with other great men (man-to-men.org).As someone who has maintained himself with men's groups and through strong relationships with other men, he believes that this is the key to changing the role men have in our society and the social view that men are expendable.Mitch's areas of specialty include Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Adolescent Males, Mentoring, Initiation, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Men, Couple Dynamics, At-Risk Youth, and Character Development. Over the last 30 years, he has served as a Mentor, Trainer, Motivator, Mediator, Speaker, Counselor, Leader, Coach, Program Developer, Problem-Solver, Case Manager, Facilitator, and Sponsor. He has been a radio show host on KSRO and authored several guidebooks on teen boys and mentoring.Mitch's background also includes 30 years of working with teen boys. An original founder of the Young Men's Ultimate Weekend, he developed the programming still used today to serve hundreds of youth and also facilitated the weekends. Awarded a personal $240,000 private foundation grant for 2002 and 2003 to develop mentoring and initiation programs for male adolescents of which the LeadershipWorks programs are the result. LinksMan to Men

Mike Adams - aka "Cajun Mike" - has grown his company, E3 Termite and Pest Control, by leaps and bounds over the past few years. One reason is he can treat and bond buildings with sprayfoam insulation and I can find no other companies around who will. His focus on service and technlogy is a perfect match. Then I visit with Norman McCrummen and Carol Grant to talk abot NEST - a local service for at-risk youth. Lots of kids out there need help and NEST is doing a great service for the community. Thanks to Show Sponsors: E3 Termite and Pest Control Keith Air Conditioning Allison Horner - State Farm Agent Alabama Center for Real Estate (ACRE) Trey Langus - Transworld Business Advisors Bud-Busch Distributing Sandifer Wealth Management Bryant Bank Persons Services Corp.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Charlie McCoy Oyekwe about vision, mission, and purpose and his non-profit, The Grooming Alchemist. See the video here: https://youtu.be/tlUOwZXmepo. Charlie McCoy Oyekwe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-mccoy-oyekwe-64379755/) is a investor, serial entrepreneur and mens's grooming expert, with over 20 years of barber and beauty industry experience. Charlie has a Babson education and is the founder and CEO of Artisan Luxury Brands, a cpg parent company and creative agency based in New York City and founder of The Grooming Alchemist, a non-profit on a mission to improve the mental health, wellness & grooming of At- Risk Youth and Former High-Control group members aka cult survivors. Please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! Please consider supporting the HCI Podcast on Patreon. Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader. Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine. Ranked #6 Performance Management Podcast Ranked #6 Workplace Podcast Ranked #7 HR Podcast Ranked #12 Talent Management Podcast Ranked in the Top 20 Personal Development and Self-Improvement Podcasts  Ranked in the Top 30 Leadership Podcasts

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Welcome to season 2, episode 2 of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast.This week my guest is David Armstrong, also known as Sensei Dave Armstrong. At a young age Dave dealt with a lot of challenges and turmoil. He unfortunately watched his mother get physically abused by a man she was dating. He says that the experience hardened him so much so that he experienced his first arrest for armed robbery before the age of 12. Dave struggled with anger management issues from all the abuse not only that he watched his mother endure, but that he endured as well! His behavior brought him to live in a boy's camp, youth correctional facilities, and foster care after his mom passed away when Dave was just 13 years old. At one point Dave ran away from the facility he was living in and tried to commit suicide. He shares that at the time he was disappointed that he was unable to go through with it.Then, two people came into Dave's life that saved him. His CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocate and his Sensei/Martial Arts Instructor. Their belief in him helped him to change course. All it takes is just one person to believe in us when our internal faith in ourselves is lost. Connection is at the core of our humanity.Dave went on to become a 24-year Air Force Veteran, an author of the book, 'Why Me? My Fight for Life', Life Coach, speaker and at-risk youth mentor/advocate. Dave shines when he talks about the work he is now doing. He is helping parents, mentors, and CASA's truly understand what it is like to be a child growing up with extreme trauma and how to be successful in working with kids who are dealing with this in their lives daily.  To find out more about the programs that Dave runs through his organization Unlimited Potential, go to https://www.upna.net/.Listen in to hear the footprint that Dave wants to leave in the world. Next week, my guest is Martine Cadet, a social media content coach and creator. She is also founder and owner of Kaderique Media, LLC a Boutique Digital Media Agency supporting small business owner's brand themselves online and expand their visibility. She talks about her journey to entrepreneurship and her journey was definitely not a straight line.  There is a moment in this interview that will take your breath away as it did mine. Seeing a parent shot right in front of you and fearing for your life is not something that anyone should ever have to endure.If you want to expand your reach and market your organization locally or on a broader scale, consider becoming a sponsor of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast or joining us and partnering with us for the Today is the Day International Changemakers Forum. The International Virtual Forum will take place on Thursday, March 24. Click here to learn more for tickets, sponsorship information, and also learn more about all the Changemakers that will be speaking at the event. As President and CEO of the Food Bank of South Jersey says, "Sustained desired change begins with positive emotional experiences. If you are seeking to evoke an inspiring and positive transformation, this is the forum for you. Sharing stories of hope, compassion, mindfulness, and playfulness will certainly disrupt your status quo. Come and enjoy the journey with us!" Don't forget to subscribe, like and comment on this and other interviews. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Today is the Day Live It. Reach out to jodi@todayisthedayliveit.com for more information. Have a great week everyone! 

Peace Talks Episode 11 - Keynote, Speaker Corey Poirier - That Speaker Guy On this special episode, @thatspeakerguy shared his experiences and wisdom on how to take action for your passions and bring the best version of yourself possible. Corey Poirier is a multiple-time TEDx, and sought-after Keynote, Speaker. He has spoken on MoMonday's and PMx stages has shared the bill with everyone from John C. Maxwell to Deepak Chopra to Stephen MR Covey to General Hillier and have presented to hundreds of thousands of attendees since he began his speaking journey. Host of the top-rated ‘Conversations with PASSION' Radio Show, For The Love Of Speaking Show, and the founder of The Speaking Program, he has been featured in multiple television specials, and he has been featured in/on CBS, CTV, NBC, ABC, and is one of the few leaders featured twice on the popular Entrepreneur on Fire show. A columnist with Entrepreneur and Forbes, he has also interviewed over 4,000 of the world's top leaders. One of his most recent talks took him to New York City where he had the extreme pleasure of speaking to At-Risk Youth at the Brooklyn Navy Yard Boys & Girls Club. A father to his young son Sebastian, boyfriend to Shelley and a father to 3 fur-babies, Corey is also a practicing Yogi and Rock Recording of the Year Nominee. Remember to visit https://www.thepassioncure.com/corey to access the free resource @thatspeakerguy kindly extended to our audience. Learn more at www.thatspeakerguy.com

Darrion Lewis is President of Behind Every Door Ministries, a not-for-profit in Texas that runs community centers and builds relationships to create spaces for transformation. In this episode, Darrion, a former Juvenile Probation Officer, and Dr. mOe discuss false narratives people believe about themselves, BE YOU, A Brickhead Leaders Conference, and the importance of mentoring. Darrion grew up in Dallas and played college football at Langston University. He graduated with a bachelor's in psychology and went on to earn a master's degree in social work.  Learn more and support Behind Every Door Ministries at https://behindeverydoor.org/

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The AGC Experience podcast features our AGC Talks speakers sharing their message in an audio podcast that you can listen to from anywhere. Listen in to our recent AGC Talks featured guest.  Listen as Martin Nguyen shares At-Risk Youth a motivational talk with AGC. My name is Martin Huu Nguyen and I made a decision that I take responsibility and accountability for when I was 16 years old that not only certified me as an adult but it cost me 4 1/2 years in a correctional facility. My goal in life now is to help At-Risk Youth by being a role model in society as well as letting them understand that Success is not impossible once you have a record, that you can still rise above this and be the person that not only society will accept you for but to also accept yourself. Having a good support system was half the struggles I had to go through but what it boiled down to was me putting in the effort and finishing the rest on my own.  Learning Objectives: drug Rehabilitation Therapy Family Support Music & Art  Speaker Bio: Martin Huu Nguyen Currently 23 years old High school Diploma Music Artist Currently going to school for Nail Technician license Owner of Bless By the Best LLC DBA #noexcuse  AGC Accelerated Global Connections is a business networking organization that helps connect business professionals globally through in person networking, motivational talks, and online social profiles. To learn more about AGC and membership in this growing organization.  Visit https://www.joinagc.com/  

hello. Hello, vitality seekers, this is your host Caroline Schafer. Please help me welcome Natasha Wiebe and International Life Strategist and the founder of Fix Your life solutions. She grew up with polar opposite parents and household as the youngest sibling to neuro diverse and different physically abled foster siblings. She experienced many perspectives early on. She became fascinated with relationship dynamics through all of this, and she studied psychology and also bartended through her education, which is an education all in itself. She questioned her patrons while they were still with their partners when they were so unhappy. She then became a certified ICF Coach. And NLP Practitioner has spoken at and hosted workshops, volunteered with at-risk youth and those who have been sexually assaulted or abused and taught them how to reclaim their minds. Natasha has worked with people such as JT Fox and Jillian Michaels. Natasha has a huge passion for helping people to understand one another and to be understood, so their homes are filled with happiness, confidence, love, and this world is one of kindness, acceptance and peace. Welcome to the Vitality Feed, Natasha. Thank you. Thank you for having me. Absolutely. I have a daughter who was a bartender. There's a lot of interesting information that you can learn about how the mind works during those vocations. Tell us a little bit about your background, especially with growing up in such a diverse environment. Yeah. So it was two different households. On my dad's side, I was an only child who was very old school farmer, John Wayne kind of personality. And then on my mom's side, she was very new agey. I had my, yeah, my foster siblings. I have an adopted sister from Guatemala. I have bio and step siblings. So I really got to learn how to communicate with each person individually. Um, especially with neurodiversity and different physically abled. We learned sign language before we learned English, because it's a lot easier for infants to communicate through body language versus verbal. So those micro facial expressions, the body language, all of that, I was so in tune with even as early as five years old. It just spurred, spurred this whole life and people go, oh, what got you into? I'm like, literally my whole life has been geared towards relationships, connection, communication, and the aspects of confidence came into play. With the different challenges, of course, having two polar opposite parents, um, who had different focuses as well. Like I said, my dad had his farm. There was always something to fix on it. He was working full time. My mom had my different siblings who I helped out with. They had their own insecurities. Now my, one of my adopted sister and my bio sister are the same age. But because one's neurodiverse and has some learning difficulties and the other one would be what we call neuro-typical.  I remember one year her asking me and going, you know, why is so-and-so and I so different, we're the same age? Even her ability to pick out and notice that there were challenges. And so it's like, okay, How do we communicate? How do we empower? Especially people who are neurodiverse and who have different abilities. Because even if, you know, it's the same way in school, even if someone doesn't have say books smarts, there's street smarts, there's emotional IQ. Like there's all these different skills and talents we have. But because we're not the same as someone else. Sometimes we can internalize that. I love that I have to interject something. I you're the first person who has ever verbalize that because I always say the same thing. Smart is n interesting term. There's so many facets, you can be smart in one thing and not smart, nothing that doesn't make you smarter than the other person somebody could, you know, get on jeopardy and kill it. But that doesn't necessarily. You know, if you got on a stranded island that they're gonna survive better than somebody. You know what I'm saying? So everybody has their knowledge base, one's not better than the other. It's just different. Absolutely. One of my closest friends has three kids and they all think so differently. And because of that, they don't always get along, but one is very strategic, very book-smart like ha incredible mind, the way that they perceive things and everything. Another, the youngest is so creative and the ability to draw, the aspects that she picks out of life. And so they get along very differently because they don't understand the way. Right. There's the middle child who has the most amazing heart. And it's just, again, a person who's very, very quiet, not very book-smart. And when it comes to she, I guess, but heart compassion, the concepts that they pick out and I'm like, you three might not get along right now, but I'm like, but when you learn how to understand each other's perspectives and work together on it, you three are going to change the world. And they'll have that diversity of experiencing that and, and those relationship building skills of all the years growing up to be able to handle when they get to be an adult, all the diversity that's out there that they're gonna, meet every single day. And I think that, you and I were talking about relationship building as well. And part of that has to go to communication, you know, to not deny people's experience or perspective, just because it's not one a say the most typical or natural modality, it's the same way as people talk about. VAX, uh, VAX as  in visual auditory, kinesthetic, you know, which way that we see the world. Some people are very visual. I were to get you to explain a story and say, and you, and I'd be like, oh, did you like, can you see how that would happen? You, if you're not visual, that question might not resonate for you. Absolutely. If you are kinesthetic and I go, do you don't you just get that sense of, and when you say it like that, if a person's kinesthetic, they're going to understand it. But if a person's visual they're like, well, no, I don't feel like that's not my go-to modality. So, it's all these different aspects of personality, of learning of world interaction. You make a valid point about all the different ways. And I think that is problematic in school systems.  Things need to be taught in all the various ways people absorb. I'm a very visual learner, I have an art background but I had a difficult time in school. I did. Okay. But, um, it wasn't until college where I figured out how I needed to learn. Um, and pick teachers just don't provide the different types of learning. Most teachers teach through auditory. Like sometimes it's visual through drawings and things, but very rarely is it kinesthetic and most people are kinesthetic learners. It is a problem. Cause I think that's why a lot of kids just struggle so much in school. I know that you have, a three-part foundations of relationship program; trust, confidence, and communication. Can we talk a little bit about the trust factor? Absolutely. So they all go hand in hand trust. What a lot of people struggle with trust is that they don't trust themselves. They experienced an event. And they blame themselves for not being able to handle it or for getting themselves into that situation when really each and every person does the absolute best they can in that given moment. And you know, when you get into a, we'll say a discussion or debate with someone, and then sometimes it's an argument. But afterwards you leave that discussion and it's like, I could have said this. I could have said that, or I shouldn't. And there's all these could've should've would've right.  There's also when people react to a say trauma or stress, right. Stress shuts down the brain's ability to think it goes into fight flight freeze or fawn, fawn being people. And all of those are perfectly natural responses. The thing is once we get out of that adrenaline, We go, well, that's not how I typically act. Well, no, because your brain basically went down to its most basic function of survival. Right? So whenever you need it to survive. So when it comes to trust, a lot of that has to come to trusting ourselves. Which again, ties into confidence. If we have confidence in ourselves, we're going to trust ourselves in the decisions. Um, and then we also have the ability to trust other people more.Cause we know what, how that's like, we know how we experienced that. Again, if we don't have proper communication with other people, there's going to be a sense of mistrust because something's misunderstood. Right. So if, if you and I were having a discussion and I'm telling this story and you don't fully understand it, but you don't have the confidence to be like, Hey, did you mean this? So one of my favorite recommendations for people to check in with someone is if you don't understand something. Or if, if you're offended by something instead of reacting right away, come from the space of, and ask the question. What was your intention with that statement? Or what was your intention with that action?By asking the intention, we then get to be able to clarify what that person's real meaning is because most people are not trying to tear down another.  That is such an awesome piece of information, I want to put this on a billboard, so many arguments would be ruled out like the amount of happiness that that could inspire if everyone, oh, that just blew my mind. If everyone did that, just clarified what peoples, especially with texts, And, um, I have a good friend, Rory shout out to him that he's been pushing me to do audible texting because this way, your voice messages, vocally, your inflections are heard, and the message usually gets delivered better than the message would if you just texted out. Cause a lot of times that can be portrayed in a bad. Yeah,  I find that my sentences tend to be quite blunt or abrupt. And whether that's because of sign language and there's not a word for every single thing signed for every single word, uh, or. When you're communicating with neurodiverse people to it's typically basic very, to the point sentences. So I love voice notes and audible messages because yeah, people can hear my smile. They can hear my laughter. Whereas when I text her, like that person was a, B TCH.  I agree, but I grew up in a household with communication. I was almost on the comedy level because nobody ever listened, nobody cared about their words and everything got miscommunicated. It was just a given, it was literally just a given. Boy, I can't imagine growing up as everybody understood and actually put that into action. It'd be completely a opposite. Well, not to mention that we're also only at the moment talking about people who are speaking the same languages, right? When we, when we start to include people who have English as a second language or who have different cultures. So one, one example being I was at. Beautiful. Three-day business coaching event. There was about 30 of us. There was one woman, such an amazing spirit, absolutely adored her. We got along so well the last day. And, and I was, I was watching her. She was just going from, you know, each person chatting a little bit, and each person was lighting up. When, when she came over to them, I refer to those as energy givers. Yeah, well, and so she came over to me and I was like, I appreciate you so much. I was like, you remind me of this beautiful butterfly and a weird look crossed her face. And she was like, thank you. And, and I caught the little. But at the same time, I was like, well, I also don't want to check and be like, you got a weird look on your face. Thankfully. So this was the last day of the workshop, but thankfully she trusted me enough that as we were leaving the hotel the next morning and checking out and she comes up to me, she's like, I have to ask you something. What did you mean when you called me a buttercup? And so I told her, I was like, because you know, when, when you're going to each person, you bring, you have this grace and this beauty, and when a person sees you, they laid up and she's like, oh yeah, in Chinese culture, it means a slut. Oh, my gosh. That's hysterical. I did not know that. That is such a perfect example story. Like you can't get any more perfect than that. Holy, I had been like her husband was there. She's very conservative, but she'd been married for like 12 years at this. And I was like, and I just had to say it, as soon as it got over my shock, I was like, thank you so much for, for checking in and asking me and trusting me to ask. I was like, I would have never known. And you would have thought that I was insulting you in some way. So, yeah. Wow. You know, it's so funny because when we had that talking point of trust, Nothing that I had envisioned came up.  The first thing he was talking about, trusting yourself, who thinks of that, that is beautiful. Always better to look inward than outward because people are so much more tempted to blame others. So that was really neat. And then such a great nugget to clarify what people's statement or questions are their intentions. Um, Gosh, I love that so much. So our second talking point here is confidence. Talk to me a little about that. Yeah. So when a person has inner confidence again. So for me, I always focus on building the relationship with ourselves because, and happy and empowered person does not tear down another. And so we get to create change by, and this kind of goes to my, my signature has tags, um, fix their life, or sorry, fix your life. Fix. Yep. And this goes to when, when people are confident, they raise confident, empower children because they know how to build up. And so with confidence when it comes to inner confidence, again and again, the three of these tied together. So when it goes to trust, but confidence ourselves is about knowing our core values and living. So when we know our core values, it's that inner sense of integrity. So for example, my three core values are determined, curious, and true. These three things come across in everything I do. And even if something doesn't go according to plan, say I have good intentions and I try and help a friend. But they don't receive it that way. And I go, okay, well, I was curious about solutions. I was acting true to myself and I was determined to help them, you know, or I was determined to at least try and find solutions. And so when anything that we do, if we. If we act from our own internal values, that gives us confidence. Because again, even if something doesn't work out, like if we chose one job over another, well, that one aligned with my values. It didn't work out in the end, but at least I was as true to myself as I could be. And now I just take those lessons moving forward. The moment that confidence breaks down is when we step out of integrity. So when we step out of integrity with ourselves and this can be when we're settling in relationships, you know? So if we accept a partner saying that's so stupid, why would you do that? You know, if I have confidence, I'm not going to tolerate someone speaking to me like that. And if I'm living of my own values, I'm going to stay true to myself and I'm going to be like, okay, you can ask how silly that was, or you can ask me why I would do that because it doesn't make sense to you, but in no way, will I ever accept or tolerate being called stupid or having stupid referred to me? Because again, we all think differently. We all have different experiences and perspectives, right? Part of that is having the confidence and also setting those boundaries. Each kind of nugget, so that trust, confidence and communication, each of those breakdowns come into their own three separate individuals too. So when it comes to confidence, typically, it's what are someone's values?  Helps them set their boundaries. And it's about knowing the roles. We play, the roles that we enjoy playing the roles that we tolerate playing and the ones we don't like. So roles of all sorts. If you think of a parent, you know, they are a parent, they are a partner, their mentor, their taxi driver chauffer me. So there's all these different components and who we act with our partner is not going to be the same that we act towards our boss or our employee. So none of those are any less authentic. They're just different facets of her personality.  Again, part of that is being clear on the roles that we play. Are we attributing certain characteristics? You know, when it comes to say a certain coworker, am I putting myself as less than because of an insecurity or am I raising myself to be an equal. When it comes to, say a boss, am I allowing myself to be treated as less than, or to be talked down to? And what type of role do I need to adapt in order to make sure that that's still an empowering one that is very true, a hundred percent I'm right there with you.   Gosh,  I don't think most people think about, I mean, I guess that's why you're here. Right? Most people do not go down these avenues in thought they don't think about this process. And then the last part is communication, which I just think is pretty much the key to life. Because if you don't communicate well, which I think is just heading down such a horrible path, more in this generation than any other, just because of people hide behind their phones and the laptops. We talked about before you don't get. Choose those of the inflections in your voice or  the nonverbal communication so it makes it a lot harder. People can falsify information a lot. And a lot of people aren't confident to be themselves. So yeah, it truly is a breakdown, so you are very much needed, but what are some things, that can aid in communication? Communication, so again, it goes to intentions. It goes in to knowing people's modalities. If you can find out what the people that you're closest with, whether they are visual auditory, kinesthetic, you kind of look for those keywords and that can be challenging to do if you're not trained. So that definitely helped by working with someone, if you are struggling with a relationship. The other aspect is love languages. People look at love languages as just for romantic. But if there's a friendship that I really want to nourish, I want to know their love language so that I can show them that they're appreciated. That they're important to me, same thing with our kids. If we know their love language, when they're really stressed out, we know how to speak to them, and we know how to communicate in a way that they're going to receive that love or appreciation. Another part of it. One of my favorite things to get clients to do is. If they find that there's a word that their partner is saying quite often, is asking what they, what their partner feels the opposite of that word is? So for example, And I just went through this exercise and, it was really interesting. So, I asked a friend or doing this, doing a journaling exercise, and I was thinking about family and I was like, okay, so what, what does family really boil down to for me? Like what would be the one word that I would associate as its synonym? Or it's equivalent. And it wasn't until that I realized that the opposite of family to me is isolation and the synonym is belonging. Because I found that when I was thinking of family, I wasn't just thinking of my immediate family. I was also thinking of my clients, my friends, the support team. And so this is, so it was community. Again, community boil down to belonging. When I asked my friend, I was like, okay, what, what would you say is the equivalent of family and what is the opposite to you? And so they said that the opposite of family is disconnect and the synonym would be unity, which is really interesting because when I had also done this exercise for the word relationships, those were the two words that I had for relationships. Wow. That is wild. But I love that exercise. Like we all need to implement this. So that is really neat.  Something that I don't do, but I definitely am going to try to implement. I actually heard another neat little strategy this morning.  During, during a podcast I was listening to, and they said that you, when you think about people  try to come up with 10 positive things about them. And I think it would be a really cool challenge if everybody like two, a day, two people a day and find 10 positive things about them. And  things like that, communicating well and your intentions and thinking of people in a better way. It just all adds up to good relationships, which is what you are all about. So last question is our signature question.  If there was one thing in this world, that you could remove from this earth forever, what would it be? I would say insecurity because again, when insecurity removed, you don't have greed. You don't have someone trying to control other people. You don't have worse being started because everyone's just happy with what they have and with helping other people, because there's no need to compete. There's no need to compare, there's no need to hoard. So I would say insecurity goes, goes to all of it. There's no need to bully. That's true all the things that you've talked about, the trust, the confidence, the communication.  And I'm thinking of some specific people, their insecurity gets worse and worse and worse if, they're on a not so good path. And then if you're on a better path that just grows and grows and grows because you surround yourself with better people.   When you're insecure, I felt like it almost domino effects. Do you feel that? Yeah. And the other thing is if insecurity was gone, there wouldn't be assault or abuse. Right? So when you take that away, people know that  be able to have the relationships that they want or that they're comfortable waiting until they're. It's just that they want, or again, they are empowered. And so they don't go into my dynamic. To add to the exercise that you had mentioned about the 10 things that you appreciate about someone. If you really want to change your relationships with people that you don't necessarily get along with and send them and send them three of them. Whoa, boom. That. That is the season of what it's all about. Isn't it?  That's a giving of the heart and that's beautiful.  Cause it's real easy to find things up from which people that you like. But not so much people that. That's not even like, but just maybe have a little more of an agitation with, and then to tell them, and you know, that's the domino effect too. Like once you start doing that, hopefully the other person would reciprocate and then they might tell somebody else, and it's kind of like buying someone's coffee online, you know what I mean? It starts that that whole funnel effect thing and that's really awesome. And a beautiful holiday thought, and I'm hoping all our listeners will take part in that and do some of these activities because it truly can help you so much with your mental state and building relationships in such a good way. And gosh knows we all could use that, but,  tell our listeners where they can contact. Yeah, so I can be reached if you want to do it through email@infoatfixyourlife.ca or you can connect with me on LinkedIn, which is linkedin.com/in/fixyourlife. Or Natasha Wiebe you can search on there. And,  or if you're on Instagram, it's the Eggless Perspective. The Egoless Perspective, that's a really cool name too. I love it. Thank you, Natasha.  You've been fascinating to have on our show today.  So much good information. Like I said, I really hope people implement this. That's what it's all about. It's about change.  And speaking of, I want everyone to remember, life has no remote, so get up and change it yourself. Thank you. Thank you.

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In this episode, Jiggy shares her upbringing in a very traditional Korean family, where her traumatic experiences and emotions were not to be spoken of and where expectations of excellence were of the utmost importance. She talks about the effects that this had on her growing up.  After she moved to the United States, she was practicing her english in an online chat room, and came across the words "gay", "lesbian" and "bisexual" which led her to discovering an identity that she felt connected to. She shares how she bravely told a few friends when she was young and received homophobic responses that cost her most of her friendships. Jiggy shares how she eventually ended up attending Pennsylvania State University, and discovered another set of new words - "vulnerability", "self awareness" and "empathy". It would be her time attending some gen-ed classes that ended up changing the trajectory of her life. It opened up a whole new space that she never knew existed and one that went against everything she'd been taught as a young girl. A space where emotional intelligence set her on a healing journey.   Jiggy is a youth motivational speaker and mental performance coach helping high school and college students increase the longevity of their performance and demand for excellence. Along with her storytelling, Jiggy brings awareness to the importance of mental health and burnout prevention, and teaches practical strategies for students to implement. Jiggy believes that in order to obtain sustainable performance and excellence, we must be both self-disciplined and self-compassionate; both hard working and effectively resting.Jiggy's WebsiteFollow Jiggy on InstagramGet your vulnerably is dope t- shirt hereFollow Candace on Instagram

Virginia talks about becoming blind at the age of 18 due to a gun shot wound, raising her three children, going back to school, determination, not giving up,  working with the youth in juvenile halls and youth camps, using her story to motivate at risk youth, family support, and life challenges that she has overcome.   Email: virginiaromero243@gmail.com

(Trigger warning: suicide) Our thought leader of the day is Mark Redmond, who for almost 40 years has been helping kids from tough situations be successful despite the odds against them. This is the second time Mark drops by in our podcast, and he will share more nuggets of wisdom from his experience as the Executive Director of Spectrum Youth & Family Services. Listen to Mark and learn How One Small Act Can Improve the Lives of Others! [00:01 - 04:49] Introduction I introduce Mark Redmond Do you want your faith in humanity to be restored? We can influence the lives of other people in a good way [04:50 - 14:39] Life is a Game of Inches Hearing the stories of children who took their own lives Being a coach who guides the players Games are won one yard at a time How Mark started his career in helping at-risk children You've got a gift (people skills, hobbies, strengths) only waiting to be discovered [14:40 - 27:20] Helping At-Risk Children A good outcome that we can learn from the pandemic How effective is a Sleepout Activity? People do wanna help You have to show up to let people know Mark shares his story from not knowing what to do as a 17-year old to his career at Spectrum Leaving a lucrative and stable job [27:21 - 43:26] A “Hail Mary” Takes Courage Pay attention to what you're curious about The role of social media in communicating our messages to larger audiences Having the courage to speak up and ask for help How he was able to get Warren Buffet to reply to him The courage to take a home run swing What we can learn from the coping mechanisms of at-risk kids Earning their trust is hard Routine means safety [43:27 - 53:06] A Book That Scratches and Itches Don't over-promise and then underdeliver Mark's story about the “Super Bowl” of food Treat each other with kindness, generosity, and compassion Mark gives a sneak peek about his book A book that scratches and itches [53:07- 54:34] Closing Segment Connect with Mark Links below Final announcements Tweetable Quotes: “To me, it's about kindness, generosity, and compassion, and we can all do that...doesn't matter what field you're in.” - Mark Redmond “You should pay attention to something that sparks your interest” - Mark Redmond Resources Mentioned: Conspiracy of Goodness previous episode How to Get People To Take Care of the Oceans with Nathan Robinson TED Talk: The Power of Pause Mark's book: Called: A Memoir Email MRedmond@spectrumvt.org or call (802) 864-7423 x 209 to reach out to Mark. Connect with him on Twitter and listen to his podcast too! Visit Spectrum Youth & Family Services and their social media pages: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Check out his website. Conspiracy of Goodness Links: Conspiracy of Goodness Network https://conspiracyofgoodnessnetwork.com/ Conspiracy of Goodness on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/goodnessnetwork/ Dr. Lynda's Book: https://www.dr-lynda.com/book/happiness Ever Widening Circles https://everwideningcircles.com/ EWC APP: https://everwideningcircles.com/good-news-app-ever-widening-circles-app/ Affiliate Partners http://everwideningcircles.com/partners Donate! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=I-nvmUrlbDfU67bRoWWdOhFxiAM_W81jtIFBGCYzfCL6fG8oSUOg9ONIL9WR8LDjLEeYj0&country.x=US&locale.x=US EWC Ed: https://ed.everwideningcircles.com/

Join me as I chat with Pastor Stephanie Lashley. She has been homeless, deceived, and struggles through her son's death. After the tragic loss of her son, she founded a ministry for Grieving Mothers called MOAN (Mother's of Angels Nearby). She is also and astute business woman and she and her husband are the founders of Ringside Rescue – Advocates for At Risk Youth, a nonprofit dedicated to fighting for the youth in their immediate and surrounding communities as well as, owners of Southpaw Gym – Boxing, Muay Thai & Mixed Martial Arts. Listen to how Stephanie deals with being a mother without a mother and how she will spend Mother's Day without her son. Sand and Shores helps tell true stories that have a powerful impact on real lives! Our Leaders and Learners platform speaks with organizational leaders and those displaying expertise in their field. Leadership is newsworthy. True leaders are lifetime learners. Let's hear their stories and follow the lead. www.SandAndShores.com TWITTER and INSTAGRAM: @sandandshores To pitch your story, email us at info@sandandshores.com. OWNER - Tonya McKenzie tmckenzie@sandandshores.com TWITTER and INSTAGRAM: @tonyamckenziepr --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sandandshores/message

Today we are joined by Corey Poirier, multiple-time TEDx, MoMondays and PMx, sought-after Keynote, Speaker, International Bestselling Author, and founder of bLU Talks. Listen as we discuss how doing stand-up comedy fueled a passion for speaking, evolving into a goal of helping people to get on stages and reach more people and impact more lives.   Don't miss these Highlights: The Book of Why and How, his new project which some would say is his life's work Discovering the need for uncensored branded talk platform and how it grew into founding bLU Talks  Learn the one piece of life advice thousands of high achievers wished they learned beforehand Corey knew he was called for bigger things, despite fears The origin story behind the launch of The Speaking Program About the Guest:  Corey Poirier is a multiple-time TEDx, MoMondays and PMx, Speaker and International Bestselling Author. He is also the host of the top rated ‘Get Paid To Speak' Show, founder of The Speaking Program, Author of the For The Love of Speaking Book, bLU Talks, and he has been featured in multiple television specials.  A columnist with Entrepreneur and Forbes magazine, he has featured in/on CBS, CTV, NBC, ABC, is a Forbes Coaches Council member, and is one of the few leaders featured twice on the popular Entrepreneur on Fire show.  He has also interviewed over 5,000 of the world's top leaders.  One of his most recent talks took him to New York City where he had the extreme pleasure of speaking to At-Risk Youth at the Brooklyn Navy Yard Boys & Girls Club and another to the Harvard stage.  A father to his young son Sebastian, boyfriend to Shelley and a father to 2 fur-babies, Corey is also a practicing Yogi and Rock Recording of the Year Nominee.  http://blutalks.com/ (http://blutalks.com/) http://www.thebookofwhy.com/ (http://www.thebookofwhy.com/) http://www.thespeakingprogram.com/ (http://www.thespeakingprogram.com/)  About the Host:  Duff Gardner is an award-winning 7-figure marketer, startup founder and digital producer.  Today, he leverages his 30+ years in a diverse range of businesses and his journey overcoming a series of out-of-the-blue panic attacks to help impact-driven entrepreneurs leverage the power of what he calls “startup thinking” to start, scale and serve in a big way.  He is the host of the podcast Off My Duff - The Entrepreneur Podcast and Founder of the training company Offers that Sell.  Duff holds an MSc. in Learning Sciences and Information Technology from Carnegie Mellon Silicon Valley, is a fierce advocate of LGBT+ rights and animal rescue, and lives in beautiful Victoria BC.  His mantra is: “teach what you love, live from your truth”. http://offmyduff.com/ (http://offmyduff.com/) Website -  https://duffgardner.com/ (https://duffgardner.com/) Linked in - https://www.linkedin.com/in/duffgardner/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/duffgardner/) Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/offmyduff (https://www.facebook.com/offmyduff) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/duffgardner/ (https://www.instagram.com/duffgardner/) Twitter - https://twitter.com/offmyduff (https://twitter.com/offmyduff) Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DUFFGARDNER/ (https://www.youtube.com/c/DUFFGARDNER/)   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly...

Today on Thereafter we sit down with Rebekah Sorkin. Rebekah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Winthrop University and a MA in Social Work with certificates in At-Risk Youth and Trauma Studies from University of Denver. Over the past ten years her work with children, teens, adults, and families has given her unique insights on the effects of trauma on our minds and bodies. So many of us who have gone through a journey of faith change weren't taught to identify trauma that may have occurred in our religious experience and its effects on our minds and bodies. Rebekah and so many others in her field are giving us the language to identify this trauma so that we can begin to heal. We're so honored to have had the opportunity to talk with Rebekah and hope that you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as we enjoyed having it. You can connect with Rebekah through her website BranchCounselingCo.com

Working with At-Risk Youth/ being a Guardian Ad Litem, WAZZU, Godmom Tings Featured Guest Katie is Zimmermann is a WSU grad who works within the Juvenile System in Washington State as a Guardian In Litem. Along with being an Amazing civil servant she is the Godmother to my unborn child and sister in law. Katie is an amazing person who often is a light in a very dark time for many of WA states youth. She also has aspirations to be a teacher herself! We see if she has what it takes... Trivia Who invented the Gas Mask? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/public-education/message

Invest In Her host Catherine Gray talks with Arzo Yusuf, a social impact entrepreneur using her indie beauty brand, Sexy Boss Babe, to help women feel beautiful and empowered. Sexy Boss Babe supports charities helping foster youth and sex trafficking survivors through a combination of monetary donations, offering life skills workshops, and gifting product to foster youth and sex trafficking survivors. (Traffickers use nail services to lure youth so it's one small way to help.)  ⁠ Join us on Facebook LIVE every Wednesday at NOON PT @SheAngels. Subscribe on Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3citN1I, Spotify https://spoti.fi/2ZUrFZc, or wherever podcasts are available!

Jennifer Butler is the owner of Jennifer Butler Life Coach, based in Newcastle, CA.Since childhood Jennifer has loved listening to and caring for others. It was this passion that led her to earn an AS in Psychology, a BA in Psychology, and ultimately to train with YCI and become a Certified Youth Life Coach.As a Coach, she utilizes evidence based practices such as Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy (in a NON therapy venue) to help her clients visualize their true self, define their needs and core values, and move beyond the outdated personal scripts and unhelpful thoughts that keep them from reaching their full potential.Find out more about Jennifer Butler Life CoachWebsite: https://www.jenniferbutlerlc.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/jenniferbutlerlc/posts/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthcoachjenn/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-butler-youth-life-coach/Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthcoachjenn________________________________________________________________________________The Gold Mine Podcast is an Auburn Business Ventures production Website: https://www.auburnbusinessventures.com/Information about our meetup: https://www.auburnbusinessventures.com/meetupFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/auburnbusinessventuresInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/auburnbusinessventures/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/auburn-business-ventures/

The pain related to racial injustice in the US found its voice in recent weeks and we have all been challenged to listen and learn from the experience of our Black friends and neighbors. As leaders, our challenge is to see the air we breathe and the water we swim in, then respond with empathy and action while inviting others to do the same.   Our friend Pastor Johnny Gentry sat down to talk with us about his experience and blessed us with his vulnerability and courage. Pastor Johnny is lead pastor, apostle and visionary at Free Indeed Church International in Northeast Houston and he is the CEO and founder of Community Works CDC. He leads side-by-side with his wife Jenice Gentry. They have four children.   We hope you'll listen in. Resources: Visit https://www.communityworkscdc.org/ to learn more about Pastor Johnny's nonprofit, Community Works CDC, a faith-based community outreach ministry committed to At-Risk Youth, Ex-offender Re-entry and Economic Redevelopment in Northeast Houston. More information about Pastor Johnny's church can be found at http://freeindeedchurch.org ---- Thank you for listening. If you enjoy listening to The Leader's Journey Podcast, the best way to support us is to take just a few seconds and leave a rating and/or comment over on iTunes or share it with your friends on Facebook … Thank you!

Doug Riggle, founder of Orphan World Relief, visits the ENBW podcast to talk about adoption and the importance of helping orphans around the world. Doug shares his personal journey of being adopted as a baby, adopting his own son and his desire to improve the lives of orphans and foster kids, one life at a time.

I don't know of many people as humble, personable, knowledgable, kind and giving with as big a list of accomplishments as today's guest, Corey Poirier. (aka - That Speaker Guy)Before I introduce you to Corey, I want to share a link to his upcoming book, The Book of WHY (and HOW).  Which will help you discover your WHY while revealing the Timeless Secrets of the world's top leaders.   Click here to learn more about The Book Of Why (And How)A multiple-time bestselling author, Corey has dedicated his life to learning and teaching what the top thought leaders know in hopes that you can use it to better your life and crush your goals in record time.Corey Poirier is a multiple-time TEDx, and sought-after Keynote, Speaker. He has spoken on MoMonday's and PMx stages, has shared the bill with everyone from John C. Maxwell to Deepak Chopra to Stephen MR Covey to General Hillier and has presented to hundreds of thousands of attendees since he began his speaking journey.Host of the top-rated ‘Conversations with PASSION' Radio Show, For The Love Of Speaking Show, and the founder of The Speaking Program, he has been featured in multiple television specials, and he has been featured in/on CBS, CTV, NBC, ABC, and is one of the few leaders featured twice on the popular Entrepreneur on Fire show.A columnist with Entrepreneur and Forbes, he has also interviewed over 4,000 of the world's top leaders.One of his most recent talks took him to New York City where he had the extreme pleasure of speaking to At-Risk Youth at the Brooklyn Navy Yard Boys & Girls Club.A father to his young son Sebastian, boyfriend to Shelley and a father to 3 fur-babies, Corey is also a practicing Yogi and Rock Recording of the Year Nominee.--- Connect with Corey ----https://www.facebook.com/corey.poirier.1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakercoreypoirier/-----Want to get a head start on transforming your old patterns?Go to www.ShawnaPelton.com to register for my "ENViSiONEERING Process", for free, and join in my private community of enlightened alliances!Support the show (http://quantumshift.us)