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Cheryl is an author, speaker, physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and former chronic pain patient. With over 20 years' experience as a physical therapist in private practice, she has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement. Cheryl firmly believes that our body has an incredible capacity to heal itself, and that everyone can enjoy vibrant health and vitality, at every stage of life. She is also a second-degree black belt in an ancient Japanese martial art called Ninpo Tai Jutsu. From her own experience of beginning training at the tender young age of 47 and becoming her teacher's first female black belt ten years later, she discovered that there is an incredible amount of strength and power in each and every one of us, just waiting to be unleashed. Cheryl is the author of two books, one titled "Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond," and "The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior Queen." She is also the host of The FemiNinja Project podcast, which is about overcoming obstacles, personal empowerment, restoring human dignity, and alternative health and healing.

This week, I spoke with Cheryl Ilov, who is an author, speaker, physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and former chronic pain patient.With over 20 years' experience as a physical therapist in private practice, she has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement. Cheryl firmly believes that our body has an incredible capacity to heal itself, and that everyone can enjoy vibrant health and vitality, at every stage of life. Cheryl is also the author of "Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond," and "The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior Queen." She is also the host of The FemiNinja Project podcast.As someone with similar beliefs and philosophy around pain and movement, I was keen to share Cheryl's knowledge and extensive experience both as a chronic pain patient and as a therapist.  We discussed:2:41Cheryl's background11:50Self discovery & self healing25:20Starting martial arts at age 47 and the importance of physical function37:36The power of healing through movement44:23Traditional exercise versus Somatic Movement1:03:57Mindset, breathing & posture1:09:36Inevitability of pain & illness as we age1:18:20Cheryl's Top 3 Tips to eradicate persistent pain You can find Cheryl @:http://cherylilov.com https://thefemininjaproject.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ilovinsights/ https://twitter.com/CherylIlov https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0oIAa1eygYtcRPuNnLv1ghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylilovvitalityconsultant/Support the showDon't forget to leave a Rating for the podcast!You can find Leigh @:Leigh website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/Leigh's books - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/books/ Eliminate Adult Acne Programme - https://skinwebinar.com/HEAL THEM Education Programme - http://healthemeducation.vhx.tv/ Radical Health Rebel YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@radicalhealthrebelpodcast

Today, I am speaking with Cheryl Ilov, a dynamic force who challenges the misconceptions of aging, fitness, and the power of the female spirit. She is a physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and author.  With over 20 years of experience in private practice, she has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement.Cheryl is also a second-degree black belt in an ancient Japanese martial art called Ninpo Tai Jutsu, which she began training at 47. She is the author of two books: “Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond,” and “The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior Queen.” She hosts The FemiNinja Project podcast, which is about overcoming obstacles, personal empowerment, restoring human dignity, and alternative health and healing.__________Click here to apply for coaching!__________Today you'll learn all about:[2:40] Cheryl's passion for self-mastery[7:15] Misconceptions about aging, fitness, and being a woman[10:43] Definition and significance of the somatic movement[13:27] Your perspective on vitality[17:14] Top 3 recommendations for enhancing vitality[22:44] Starting martial arts training at 47[29:05] Your unique challenges as the only woman in your martial arts class[35:09] Breaking gender barriers in martial arts[41:39] Comparison of Ninpo Tai Jutsu with other martial arts forms[44:30] Overcoming intimidation for women in martial arts[49:45] Practical application of martial arts in real-life threats[54:37] Safety and empowerment techniques for women[59:59] One question Cheryl wished Philip had asked[1:01:01] Where to learn more about Cheryl[1:02:37] OutroEpisode resources:Website: cherylilov.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cherylilovvitalityconsultant Podcast: The FemiNinja Podcast Books: Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond and The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior QueenSupport the show

#23 -  This episode is all about busting the myths of aging.My guest, Cheryl ILov, is a recovering physical therapist who specializes in fitness over fifty.  She loves busting the myths of aging, punching Father Time in the face, and telling the naysayers to hush up and go away.  She is a life long dancer who started training in an ancient Japanese martial art at the tender young age of 47, became her teacher's first female black belt at 57, and is still training 3 days/week at 66. At 58 shedecided to start engaging in more age appropriate activities so she started pole dancing. She entered a competition at 63, and placed first in my category, she is a gold medal pole dancer!  Who knew there was such a thing?  Additionally, Cheryl is the author of two books, one titled "Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond," and "The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior Queen." She is also the host of The FemiNinja Project podcast, which is about overcoming obstacles, personal empowerment, restoring human dignity, and alternative health and healing.  Be sure to check out her great podcast and visit her at her website, cherylilov.com.Follow me on Instagram @barry_s_karch

Dale Audrey is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Oral Fitness Coach with 40 years' experience as an Oral Care Professional and Pioneer who has dedicated her career to make her patients' journey in oral care easier and less stressful.  In 2007 she launched the first Natural Oral Care line developed by a hygienist, earning multiple awards and accolades while impacting hundreds of thousands of people around the world to achieve better oral health. Dale is passionate about helping people improve their general health and quality of life by avoiding common dental problems. She shares valuable information including the harmful ingredients and chemicals in traditional oral care products, and how we can actually stop and even reverse the progression of dental disease by using natural products that support our oral health. Download this fascinating episode to learn more. Dale offers complimentary consultations to answer questions to help you on your journey to better oral health and offers a discount promo code to listeners of The FemiNinja Project. The code is included below in the links. https://www.daleaudrey.com/ https://www.facebook.com/people/daleaudreyoralfitnessinc https://twitter.com/daleaudreyr.d.h. https://www.linkedin.com/daleaudreyrdh?_l=en_US https://www.youtube.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@daleaudreyrdh https://instagram/daleaudreyrdh https://www.daleaudrey.com/ Promo code: Ninja 

Welcome to episode #69My guest Cheryl IlovCheryl is an author, a physical therapist, a second-degree black belt in an ancient Japanese martial art called Ninpo Tai Jutsu, a dancer, a former chronic pain patient, a survivor, and the host of the Femininja Project podcast. Her Story is about how she turned her challenges and traumas into The Reluctant Ninja.  At 36, she was told that her chronic pain would never let her live the life she wanted. Feeling hopeless yet refusing to accept the doctor's prognosis, she began listening to her body and exploring other healing movement modalities, including Pilates. She discovered that there is an incredible amount of strength and power in each and every one of us, just waiting to be unleashed.She has helped clients to recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement. She truly believes everyone can enjoy vibrant health and vitality at every stage of life. Let's enjoy her Story.Connect with Cheryl: www.cherylilov.comHer books:The Reluctant Ninja....How a Middle-Aged Princess Became a Warrior QueenForever Fit and Flexible

In this solo episode, Cheryl Ilov, also known as the host of The FemiNinja Project, shares her passion for fitness over fifty, and why she firmly believes that everyone can be fit, healthy, and vibrant at every stage of life. She also shares her personal story of struggling with her weight, health, and fitness, and how she found her path to health and vitality through somatic movement and self-awareness. Cheryl explains the basic building blocks needed to improve your posture, core strength, flexibility, balance and more as well as valuable tips on how YOU can get started on your own journey to bust the myths of aging and stop Father Time in his tracks.   Download this brief but information packed episode to learn more. Connect with Cheryl: http://cherylilov.com https://thefemininjaproject.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ilovinsights/ https://twitter.com/CherylIlov https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0oIAa1eygYtcRPuNnLv1g https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylilovvitalityconsultant/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IPY60KG/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997681330/        

Cheryl, an author, speaker, physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, former chronic pain patient and a survivor is the host of the popular Femininja Project podcast. At the age of 36, she hit rock bottom and became terribly depressed and hopeless, when she was told her chronic pain would never let her live the life she wanted. She eventually fired her medical team and began to explore other, non-traditional healing modalities (acupuncture, reflexology) that allowed her to once again experience the joy of movement. From her own experience of beginning her training in the ancient Japanese martial art of Ninpo Taijutsu at the tender young age of 47, following a deep spiral into PTSD, to becoming her teacher's first female black belt 10 years later, she discovered that there is an incredible amount of strength and power in each and every one of us, just waiting to be unleashed. Connect with Cheryl at cherylilov.com. Contact Us: Email: amgits.reverse@gmail.com Instagram: @brushcreekthrivers Facebook: From Survivor to Thriver

Cheryl Ilov is a physical therapist, dancer, martial artist, and Feldenkrais practitioner. She is also the author of the award-winning and best-selling book, “Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond." With over 20 years as a physical therapist in private practice, Cheryl has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement. She combines her personal experience of recovering from a debilitating chronic pain syndrome with her education and experience as a physical therapist to help her clients enjoy a vibrant, healthy life. Cheryl's recently released second book, “The Reluctant Ninja: How A Middle-Aged Princess Became A Warrior Queen,” chronicles her journey into the male-dominated world of martial arts at the tender young age of 47 and becoming her teacher's first female black belt 10 years later. Cheryl is also the host of The FemiNinja Project podcast, which is about overcoming obstacles, personal empowerment, restoring human dignity, alternative health and healing, living well, and looking good. LINKS: http://cherylilov.com https://thefemininjaproject.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ilovinsights/ https://twitter.com/CherylIlov https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0oIAa1eygYtcRPuNnLv1g https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylilovvitalityconsultant/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IPY60KG/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997681330/ --- 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/melinda-j-kunst/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/melinda-j-kunst/support

Cheryl Ilov is an author, speaker, physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and former chronic pain patient. She published the award-winning and best-selling book, “Forever Fit and Flexible: Feeling Fabulous at Fifty and Beyond" in 2016. With over 20 years' experience as a physical therapist in private practice, Cheryl has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with the art of movement. She believes that everyone can enjoy vibrant health and vitality, at every stage of life. Cheryl is also a second-degree black belt in an ancient Japanese martial art called Ninpo Tai Jutsu. From her own experience of beginning training at the tender young age of 47 and becoming her teacher's first female black belt 10 years later, she discovered that there is an incredible amount of strength and power in each and every one of us, just waiting to be unleashed. Go to her website to enter The Vitality Zone, schedule a complimentary 30 minute consultation, or purchase a book. www.cherylilov.com Listen to The Femininja Project at thefemininjaproject.com Cheryl Ilov on Twitter: @CherylIlov On Facebook: @ilovinsights On Instagram: @cherylilov On LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cherylilovvitalityconsultant Her YouTube Channel: Cheryl Ilov --- 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/mymartialartsncrafts/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mymartialartsncrafts/support

Cheryl is also an author and speaker, who earned her graduate degree in physical therapy. Cheryl provides consulting services, online training, hosts a podcast called The FemiNinja Project, and authored an award-winning book titled Forever Fit and Flexible. She inspires and motivates others to find their own path to health and healing, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being.   Join Thomas Wurm, Anne Martin, and Cheryl Ilov as we discuss how to navigate and be resilient from traumatic experiences. We explore how martial arts, self-defense, and Feldenkris can be incredibly beneficial. We talk about how we can defeat or lessen PTSD and how western medicine has sometimes done more harm than good.  Learn how to be responsible for your own healing and what your self-talk can do. Learn how to build strength, courage, confidence, and empowerment with martial arts.  Cheryl runs us through three great exercises to allow you to practice and become aware of your posture, mindfulness and focus.     Feldenkrais, is a  highly sophisticated form of neuromuscular re-education.   Links: www.cherylilov.com www.facebook.com/ilovinsights/ www.thefemininjaproject.com www.mountainmindtricks.com www.wildlandwellnessfoundation.com www.mountainmindtricks.com/mudwater www.maps.org   Books: Heal Your Body – Louise Hay How to be an Adult – David Richo  

Cheryl Ilov, host of The FemiNinja Project podcast, flies solo as she celebrates the airing of Episode #150. Cheryl reflects on her wild and crazy journey of podcasting, including how she fell into podcasting, her many bloopers and blunders, including showing up to record an episode in her bathrobe but still managing to maintain her composure and professionalism despite her wardrobe faux pas. Cheryl explains how getting out of our comfort zone, trying new things, and learning from our mistakes helps to empower us, strengthen our spirit, and restore our human dignity. Download this entertaining episode to learn how you can use patience and perseverance to help you get out of your comfort zone, grow, and thrive. Even when you're wearing your bathrobe. http://cherylilov.com https://thefemininjaproject.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ilovinsights/ https://twitter.com/CherylIlov https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU0oIAa1eygYtcRPuNnLv1g https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylilovvitalityconsultant/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IPY60KG/

After our PC decided to garble audio we made the switch to our Zoom Podtrak P4 to record this episode. https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/podtrak-recorders/podcast-recorders/podtrak-p4/ Kristine becomes a victim of identity fraud this week while Kris has 2 VIP guests join him on Podtastic Audio. https://anchor.fm/podtasticaudio/episodes/Episode-20-Cleanfeed-cofounders-Marc-Bakos-and-Mark-Hills-e11m9c0 Later we are joined by Cheryl Ilov. She began training in an ancient Japanese martial art called Ninpo Tai Jutsu, the Art of the Ninja, at the tender young age of 47. But she did not go willingly. Her teacher was my acupuncturist, and it took him 3 years to get her on the mat. She told him that she would take a few classes just to prove how much she hated it. She didn't hate it. She fell in love with the art, the training, and she really fell in love with the sense of strength and empowerment she got from training. Ten years later she made dojo history by becoming my teacher's first female black belt. In 20 years of teaching he never had a woman achieve such a high rank. Her podcast is called The FemiNinja Project, and it is about overcoming obstacles, personal empowerment, restoring human dignity, and finding your voice. https://thefemininjaproject.com/ https://www.cherylilov.com/ BRÜUSH https://bit.ly/3xe5g7S www.krisandkristineshow.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/k2showsandiego Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thek2showsandiego/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/k2showsandiego Support us on Patreon at: www.patreon.com/thekrisandkristineshow Email us at: krisandkristinepodcast@gmail.com

Cheryl provides consulting services, online training, hosts a podcast called The FemiNinja Project, and authored an award-winning book titled “Forever Fit and Flexible.” She inspires and motivates others to find their own path to health and healing, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Cheryl's message is one of “Vitality at EVERY Stage of Life” and is based on her personal experience of recovering from several chronic pain syndromes as well as her professional experience as a physical therapist. For over 20 years, she dedicated herself to helping hundreds of clients achieve the best quality of life possible, regardless of age or current level of function. She also talks about “The Invisible Black Belt.” Cheryl journeyed into the world of martial arts in 2003 at the age of 47, specifically Ninpo Tai Jutsu, and received the high honor of becoming her teacher's first female black belt 10 years later.  Cheryl discovered Feldenkrais, a highly sophisticated form of neuromuscular re-education, in February of 2000. She immediately knew it would become a fundamental component of her holistic beliefs as it complimented her martial arts training as well as her belief system that movement is a powerful form of healing. She began her formal training in February of 2006, and became a Certified Feldenkrais practitioner in November of 2009. Cheryl's alternative physical therapy practice included Pilates rehabilitation and conditioning and integrated the principles of dance martial arts movements along with The Feldenkrais Method. Her skills lie with teaching others the value of positive thinking, a healthy outlook, and the warrior spirit to enjoy the quality of life that you desire and deserve.   https://www.cherylilov.com/  

Author, speaker, and expert on near death experiences Lynn K. Russell returns to The FemiNinja Project to share what she has discovered about near death experiences based on her extensive research of NDEs. Lynn explains how her life's path has led her to be fascinated with the world and the Oneness of the Universe. She shares her personal experiences and the peace that she found through learning about NDEs. She also shares much more of her life's wisdom, including how to find the path to confidence, courage, and how responsibility and freedom are exactly the same. Download this episode to hear Lynn's story as she shares it with charm, grace, and humor, and check out her previous episode, Discovering The Wonder Of You.     Website: https://lynnkrussell.com/ Facebook, Wonder of You, or Lynn Russell Twitter: Artsoul2, or Lynn K Russell LinkedIn: Lynn K Russell

Author, life coach, motivational speaker and podcast host Dennis Berry returns to The FemiNinja Project to share more of his funky wisdom. He describes how to be successful with your life goals, training your awareness, finding calm in a chaotic world, the healing power of laughter, and so much more. Download this episode to learn great tips and ideas how you can use your head to master your life.       Website: www.DennisBerry.com Email: contact@dennisberry.com   YouTube: Funky Brain Podcast with Dennis Berry LinkedIn: DennisBerry1 Facebook: LifeCoach.DennisBerry Instagram: dennisberry_  

Sue Relihan is a Registered Psychotherapist, Breakthrough and Transformational Expert, and #1 International Best-Selling author. She believes that self-acceptance and self-compassion are the tools to creating positive life changes. Sue is passionate about helping others find their self-acceptance because of her own journey of transformation. She spent most of her life feeling invisible, and going along just to get along, until it almost killed her on 2009 and she realized she had to change her own life. Download this episode to hear Sue's fascinating story, and learn valuable tips how you can transform your self-image and live an amazingly powerful, abundant, and joyful life. Website: https://suerelihan.com Books: https://amz.run/3PgV Special just for the FemiNinja Project listeners: http://suerelihan.com/stress-relief/

Author, speaker, teacher, and lover of lifelong learning Stephanie Acello returns to The FemiNinja Project to share more of her mystical wisdom. She shares her many secrets to finding peace, happiness, and staying calm during turbulent times. Stephanie reveals the power of discovering your true self, and the role of our gurus which help guide us through this journey. She explains that gurus are all around us, and come into our lives just at the time we need them. Stephanie also talks about the power of play, and why it is so important to have playtime in our lives, no matter how old we are. Download this uplifting and delightful episode to help you discover how gurus and playtime can unleash your personal power.      Website: stephanieacello.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/OneTonePublications/ 

Author, writer, real estate agent and dear friend Roni Lambrecht returns to The FemiNinja Project for a follow up interview. After losing their only child, Dalton, in December of 2013, Roni and John Lambrecht struggled to put their shattered lives back together. Consumed with grief, they tried to navigate their way through life without their beautiful son, and the hopes and dreams that were taken away from them on that terrible day. About six months after losing Dalton, John wanted to sell the house that they built together and begin a fresh start and new beginning in a new state, where he wouldn't be haunted by memories. Roni felt differently. She couldn't bear to leave their home that held the memories of their beloved son. Download this inspiring and uplifting episode to hear their story, what changed Roni's mind, and how she and her husband's relationship became even stronger after moving to a new state and a new home. Roni shares her story with heartfelt honesty, humor, and sincerity. She also includes many life lessons and tips on the difficult path to finding joy and meaning again after a tragic loss. Listen to Roni's previous interview, Episode #33, Do It for Dalton.   Email: DoItForDalton@gmail.com Website: https://www.ParentingAtYourBestWithoutRegrets.com/ Amazon: amazon.com/author/ronilambrecht Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RONIWINGLAMBRECHT   https://www.facebook.com/ParentingAtYourBest/  

  The magical and mystical Mariah Ehlert returns to The FemiNinja Project to explain how you can leave stress and anxiety in the rear view mirror and bring ease, calm, and joy back into your life. Mariah is the founder and owner of The Rebel Brain, the Sanctuary Studio, and Mariah Ehlert Photography. As a Certified Neurosculpting® Facilitator, Master Nutrition Therapist, and Visionary, Mariah helps clients of all ages and walks of life to learn valuable, life-altering tools designed to not just navigate the tough times in life, but to rock through life's challenges with ease and joy. In this energetic and informative episode, she describes how stress puts our brain and nervous system into high alert and the negative effect it has on our body chemistry, hormonal balance, and our physical health and well-being. Mariah also explains the language of the brain, and how we have the ability to access the ability to rise to a higher level of function through simple and practical tips. She also has a penchant for unicorns, laughter, and embracing a playful spirit, in every aspect of our lives. Download this episode to discover how YOU can calm your stress response, activate more of your brain, and release your full potential. You'll also learn why the world needs more unicorns in it. You do not want to miss this! https://www.mariahphotography.com/ https://www.therebelbrain.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MariahEhlertPhotography/ https://www.facebook.com/TheRebelBrain/ https://www.instagram.com/mariahge/ Download Mariah's previous episodes: #26 Courage, Creativity, and Brain Power #49 Lifelong Learning and Endless Possibilities

Physician Assistant, Certified Homeopath, entrepreneur, and mom Torey Ivanic returns to The FemiNinja Project for a follow-up episode. Torey is also the author of the groundbreaking book, “No Big Deal: From Athlete to Advocate; A Memoir of Childhood Betrayal and a Journey to Justice.” Torey shares her story as well the many insights she has experienced from her path of healing which includes how to stand your ground, find your voice, listen to your intuition and follow it. She also explains the difference between being impacted rather than triggered, and how to discover your “growth edge” by getting out of your comfort zone. In addition to being ensconced in a self-described whirlwind of Mom-ness, Torey has found the time to complete a 200 hour yoga teacher training along with her Reiki Certification to add to her healing skills. Download this episode to discover valuable information regarding health, healing, the human connection, and how to move through life's challenges with your body and your mind.   https://homeopathy1st.com/  https://www.facebook.com/HomeopathyFirst/  https://www.openspace4.com/books/ https://www.instagram.com/nobigdealbook Download Torey's first episode, Episode #36 Not On My Watch.  

Dr. Ashley Zimmerman returns to The FemiNinja Project to clear up the confusion regarding the many myths of women's health issues, including the natural rhythms and cycles that women experience. Ashley is a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy, a doula, and an advocate for women's health. She is passionate about empowering women and adolescent females by helping them understand their bodies, how to take control of their health through self-awareness, education, developing an effective support system, and becoming their own advocate. Ashley has also developed a program for teen-aged girls called MVM, which stands for movement, voice, muse. Her goal is to empower young women to understand their bodies and embrace their inner wisdom, unleash their personal power, and realize their full potential. This episode is packed full of fantastic information, not just for women, but for the men who love and support them. Download this episode to gain valuable information that can change your life forever.   Click on the following links to connect with Ashley: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Download Ashley's previous episodes: #34 Discover Your Strength Within #35 The Body Freedom Project 

Author, writer, and exercise aficionado Bonnie McCune returns to The FemiNinja Project to share her thoughts about patience, resilience, and why finding your passion is so important to living a fulfilled life. Bonnie explains that we are programmed to find our purpose in life and discover how we fit in in the world. Some things can give us temporary pleasure, but when you are passionate about something, it gives you a perspective about yourself, your life, and your relationship with other people, which can give you a feeling of self-satisfaction and finding your place in the world.   Bonnie also shares amusing anecdotes regarding exercise, balance, the perils of being required to be happy all the time, and some hilarious experiences she had in job interviews. Download this empowering, lighthearted, entertaining, and philosophical episode to learn how to discover your passion, and take charge of your life!     Visit Bonnie at www.BonnieMcCune.com, where you also can read her blog “Ordinary People, Extraordinary Lives.” Download her previous episode Spinning, Writing, and Life-Long Learning.  

Marine and mentor Tami McVay returns to The FemiNinja Project to share her insights on finding your inner strength, flexing your courage muscle, and unleashing your personal power. She also talks about impostor syndrome and how to silence the negative voices in your head, so that you can achieve your full potential and live your best life. Download this episode to discover how Tami integrates adventure travel with meaningful conversations to help her clients break through their blocks, improve their relationships, thrive in their businesses, and so much more! https://tamimcvay.com https://twitter.com/TamiMcVayMentor https://www.instagram.com/tamimcvaymentor/ https://business.facebook.com/tamimcvaymentor/?ref=py_c

Mariah Ehlert, Certified Neurosculpting® Facilitator, Master Nutrition Therapist and Portrait Photographer extraordinaire returns to The FemiNinja Project to share the secrets of creating your own inner sanctuary and the power of forgiveness. She also explains how to rewrite your story, rewire your life, and releasing the magic of the mind-body connection. The possibilities are endless!     https://www.mariahphotography.com/ https://www.therebelbrain.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MariahEhlertPhotography/ https://www.facebook.com/TheRebelBrain/ https://www.instagram.com/mariahge/:  

Captain Mark Hardcastle returns to The FemiNinja Project to share his insights of the magic of the fourth stripe, including how to be the captain of your own life. He describes how we can steer the direction of our life by how we choose to engage in it and how we interact with other people. Mark explains that we are all in a position in life to touch each other in a positive way through very simple gestures of kindness. Mark also shares the secrets to conquering our fears, exercising our courage muscle, and how each one of our lives are extraordinary. He concludes with a dark and stormy night, but we will save that story for another time. Download this episode for uplifting and motivating information, and learn how to release the magic of your own fourth stripe.  Listen to Mark's previous episode The Symphony Of Your Life. https://www.symphonyofyourlife.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheSymphonyOfYourLife/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakermarkhardcastle/   

Dr. Carl Hudson returns to The FemiNinja Project to share more of her personal insights of self-healing, self-discovery, and life-long learning. She explains how traditional Western medicine saved her life, but alternative medical practices gave her quality of life and set her on a path of alternative health, healing, and self-awareness. Discover how changing our mindset and the way we move can actually change the tissues of our bodies and raise our level of physical, mental, and emotional function. Also, that if we don't put ourselves first, we have nothing to give to the ones we love and care about. Dr. Carly also talks about overcoming obstacles, self-image, belief systems, and the malleability of the human body, as well as how to unleash your inner brilliance. Download this fascinating and information packed episode to be inspired to make small changes in your habits and patterns that will help you unleash your own inner brilliance and vibrant health. Listen to Dr. Carly's earlier interview on The FemiNinja Project, Episode #25, A Life of Healing, to learn more about her personal journey. And make sure you check out Dr.Carly's podcast, Healing Ground Movement.  http://www.healinggroundchiropracticcare.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HGChiro/ https://www.instagram.com/beahuddy/  

Physical therapist Ashley Zimmerman returns to the FemiNinja Project to talk about her recent trip to Costa Rica where she worked as a volunteer in a safe house for girls who have escaped the horrors of human trafficking. Ashley is determined to do her part to bring education and awareness to the public regarding this heinous practice, and to help bring it to an end. Learn what you can do to help. Education is power!       Links: https://www.faceofjustice.org/ https://yourstrengthwithin.com/ https://www.stayinvincible.com/ FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245291079688942/

If you've ever thought about writing a book (and who hasn't?), this episode is for you!  Award winning author Polly Letofsky returns to the FemiNinja Project and shares the skinny on self-publishing. After writing her memoir about her walk around the world, her own disastrous experience with a predatory publisher fired up a passion and desire to learn everything there is to know about the constantly changing industry of self-publishing. Polly walks us through the entire process from start to finish, highlighting what to do, what not to do, and what to not even think about doing. As usual, Polly delivers her message with her remarkable wit and incredible sense of humor. 

Welcome to the debut of The FemiNinja Project! Meet the woman behind the Ninja disguise and discover a few of her deep, dark secrets, as well as how her martial arts training helped a middle-aged princess find her might on the mat. And, learn a few secrets of the Ninja that can help empower you and change your life!