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Each episode on Unstoppable Mindset I ask all of you and my guests to feel free to introduce me to others who would be good guests on our podcast. Our guest this time, Erin Edgar, is a guest introduced to me by a past podcast guest, Rob Wentz. Rob told me that Erin is inspirational and would be interesting and that she would have a lot to offer you, our audience. Rob was right on all counts. Erin Edgar was born blind. Her parents adopted an attitude that would raise their daughter with a positive attitude about herself. She was encouraged and when barriers were put in her way as a youth, her parents helped her fight to be able to participate and thrive. For a time, she attended the Indiana School for the Blind. Her family moved to Georgia where Erin attended high school. After high school, Erin wanted to go to college where she felt there would be a supportive program that would welcome her on campus. She attended the University of North Carolina at Chapple Hill. After graduating she decided to continue at UNC where she wanted to study law. The same program that gave her so much assistance during her undergraduate days was not able to provide the same services to Erin the graduate student. Even so, Erin had learned how to live, survive and obtain what she needed to go through the law program. After she received her law degree Erin began to do what she always wanted to do: She wanted to use the law to help people. So, she worked in programs such as Legal Aid in North Carolina and she also spent time as a mediator. She will describe all that for us. Like a number of people, when the pandemic began, she decided to pivot and start her own law firm. She focuses on estate planning. We have a good discussion about topics such as the differences between a will and a living trust. Erin offers many relevant and poignant thoughts and words of advice we all can find helpful. Erin is unstoppable by any standard as you will see. About the Guest: Erin Edgar, Esq., is a caring, heart-centered attorney, inspirational speaker and vocal artist. She loves helping clients: -- Plan for the future of their lives and businesses, ensuring that they have the support they need and helping them find ways to provide for their loved ones upon death. --Ensure that the leave a legacy of love and reflect client values -- Find creative ways that allow them to impact the world with a lasting legacy. She is passionate about connecting with clients on a heart level. She loves witnessing her clients as she guides them to transform their intentions for their loved ones into a lasting legacy through the estate planning process. Erin speaks about ways to meld proven legal tools, strategies, and customization with the creative process to design legal solutions that give people peace of mind, clarity, and the assurance that their loved ones will be taken care of, and the world will be left a better place Ways to connect with Erin: Facebook: https://facebook.com/erin-edgar-legal LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/erinedgar About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ 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! 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Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:21 Hi everyone, and welcome to another edition of unstoppable mindset. We're glad that you're here with us, wherever you may be. Hope the day is going well, and we have Erin Edgar on our episode today. Edgar is a very interesting person in a lot of ways. She's a caring, heart centered attorney. She is also an inspirational speaker and a vocal artist. I'm not sure whether vocal artistry comes into play when she's in the courtroom, but we won't worry about that too much. I assume that you don't sing to your judges when you're trying to deal with something. But anyway, I'll let her answer that. I'm just trying to cause trouble, but Erin again. We're really glad you're with us. We really appreciate you being here, and I know you do a lot with estate planning and other kinds of things that'll be fun to talk about. So welcome to unstoppable mindset.   Erin Edgar ** 02:14 Thank you, Michael. It's great to be here, and I haven't sung in a courtroom or a courthouse yet, but I wouldn't rule it out.   Michael Hingson ** 02:23 I have someone who I know who also has a guide dog and his diet. His guide dog, it's been a while since I've seen him, but his guide dog tended to be very vocal, especially at unexpected times, and he said that occasionally happened in the courtroom, which really busted up the place. Oh, dear.   Erin Edgar ** 02:45 I imagine that would draw some smiles, hopefully, smiles.   Michael Hingson ** 02:48 Well, they were, yeah, do you, do you appear in court much?   Erin Edgar ** 02:53 Um, no, the type of law that I practice, I'm usually, I don't think I've ever appeared in court after I've written people's wills, but I have done previous things where I was in court mediating disputes, which is a kind of a separate thing that I used to do, so I've been in court just not recently. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 03:17 Well, that's understandable. Well, let's start a little bit with the early Erin and growing up and all that sort of stuff. Tell us about that? Sure.   Erin Edgar ** 03:26 So I was born in cold, gray Indiana, and, yeah, chilly in the wintertime, and I started out I was blind from birth, so my parents thought it would be a good idea to send me to the school for the blind for a while. And back when I was born, um, teen years ago, they did not mainstream visually impaired and disabled students in that state, so you went where you could, and I was at the blind school for until I reached third grade, and then we moved to Georgia, and I've been in the south ever since I live in North Carolina now, and I started going to public schools in fourth grade, and continued on that route all the way up through high school.   Michael Hingson ** 04:21 Oh, okay. And so then, what did you do?   Erin Edgar ** 04:29 So after, after that, I, you know, I was one of those high school students. I really wanted to get out of dodge and leave my high school behind. I went visiting a couple of colleges in Georgia, and I said to my parents, I said, I really don't like this. It's like going to high school again. Literally, I was meeting people I had been in high school with, and I decided, and was very grateful that my parents. Were able to rig it some way so that I could go to an out of state school. And I went to UNC Chapel Hill here in North Carolina, Tar Heels all the way. And I was there for undergrad. And then I got into law school there as well, which I was very excited about, because I didn't have to go anywhere, and graduated from law school again a while ago in the early 2000s   Michael Hingson ** 05:31 Okay, and so then you went straight into law from that.   Erin Edgar ** 05:37 I didn't I did some other things before I actually went into law itself. I worked with some local advocacy organizations, and I also mediated, as I said earlier, I did mediations with the county court, helping mediate criminal disputes. And we're talking about like things with you get in a dispute with your neighbor and you yell at each other, those kind of People's Court type things. They were fun and interesting. And then I did go into law. After that, I started working with Legal Aid of North Carolina, which is a an organization that helps people in poverty who cannot afford a lawyer to go and have have their options communicated to them and some help given to them regarding their public benefits or certain other, you know, public things that we could help with we weren't able to help with any personal injury, or, you know, any of the fun stuff you see on TV. So and then, when the pandemic hit, I started my own law practice and completely changed gears and went into writing estate plans and wills for a living.   Michael Hingson ** 07:07 Do you think that your time doing mediation work and so on taught you a lot about humanity and human nature and people?   Erin Edgar ** 07:16 It did. I bet it did. It was invaluable, actually, in that area taught me a lot about, I don't know necessarily, about human nature. However, it did teach me a lot about how to talk to people who were on different pages. You know, they had, perhaps, values and principles that weren't quite the same, where they had a different way of looking at the same exact situation, and how to bring those those people together and allow them to connect on a deeper level, rather than the argument we're able to get them to agree to kind of move forward from that, so nobody has to be found guilty, right? And you know a judge doesn't have and you don't have to drag a criminal conviction around with you. I think the most rewarding cases that I had, by far were the education cases. Because I don't know if anyone knows this, but in most states, in the United States, if you don't send your kids to school, you are guilty of a crime. It's called truancy, and you can be arrested. Well, the county that I live in was very forward thinking, and the school system and the court said, that's kind of dumb. We don't want to arrest parents if their kids aren't going to school, there's something behind it. You know, there the school is not providing what the child needs. The child's acting out for some reason, and we need to get to the bottom of it. So what they did was they set up a process whereby we come in as neutral observers. We did not work for the court. We were part of a separate organization, and have a school social worker there or counselor, and also have a parent there, and they could talk through the issues. And in a lot of cases, if the children were old enough, they were teenagers, they were there, and they could talk about it from their perspective. And truly amazing things came out of those situations. We could just we would discover that the children had a behavioral issue or even a disability that had not been recognized, and were able to come up with plans to address that with you know, or the school was with our help,   Michael Hingson ** 09:42 going back a little bit, how did your parents deal with the fact that you were blind? I gather it was a fairly positive experience   Erin Edgar ** 09:50 for me. It was positive. I was so fortunate, and I'm still so grateful to this day for having parents who you. I were very forward thinking, and advocated for me to have and do whatever, not whatever I wanted, because I was far from spoiled, but, you know, whatever, yeah, yeah, you know. But whatever, however I wanted to be successful, they advocated for me. And so my mother actually told me, you know, when I was born, they went through all the parent things like, oh, gosh, what did we do wrong? You know, why is God punishing us? You know, all that. And they, very early on, found support groups for, you know, parents with children with either blindness or disabilities of some sort, and that was a great source of help to them. And as I grew up, they made every effort to ensure that I had people who could teach me, if they couldn't, you know, how to interact with other children. I think, for a while when I was very little, and I actually kind of remember this, they hired an occupational therapist to come and teach me how to play with kids, because not only was I blind, but I was an only child, so I didn't have brothers and sisters to interact with, and that whole play thing was kind of a mystery to me, and I remember it sort of vaguely, but that's just A demonstration that they wanted me to have the best life possible and to be fully integrated into the sighted world as much as possible. So when I was at the blind school, and I was in this residential environment, and there was an added bonus that my parents didn't really weren't happy in their jobs either, and they weren't happy with the education I was getting, that they decided, well, we're just going to pick up and move and that was, quite frankly, as I look back on it now, a huge risk for them. And they did it, you know, 50% for me and 50% for them, maybe even 6040, but as I look back on it now, it's another demonstration of how supportive they were, and all the way through my school age years, were very active in ensuring that I had everything that I needed and that I had the support that I needed.   Michael Hingson ** 12:19 That's cool. How did it go when you went to college at UNC?   Erin Edgar ** 12:25 Yeah, that's an interesting question, a very good question.   Michael Hingson ** 12:29 You didn't play basketball, I assume? Oh no, I figured you had other things to do.   Erin Edgar ** 12:33 Yeah, I had other stuff to do. I sang in the choir and sang with the medieval chorus group, and, you know, all this other, like, musical geek, geeky stuff. But, or, and when we were looking for colleges and universities, one of the criteria was they had to have a solid kind of, like disability, slash visually impaired center, or, you know, support staff that would help in, you know, allow people with disabilities to go through the university. So at UNC Chapel Hill, the they had as part of their student affairs department Disability Services, and it just so happened that they were very aware of accommodations that blind people needed. I wasn't the first blind student to go through undergrad there. That's not law school, that's undergrad. And so you know, how much was it? Time and a half on on tests if I was doing them on the computer, double time if I was doing them in Braille. A lot of the tests were in Braille because they had the technology to do it. And also the gentleman who ran the Disability Services Department, I think, knew Braille, if I'm not mistaken, and could transcribe if necessary. But I was at the stage at that point where I was typing most of my exams anyway, and didn't need much that was in Braille, because I had books either electronically or they had a network of folks in the community that would volunteer to read if there was not, you know, available textbooks from RFD, and what is it, RFP and D? Now was at the time, yeah, now Learning Ally, there wasn't a Bookshare at that time, so we couldn't use Bookshare, but if there weren't textbooks available, they would have people in the community who would read them for them, and they would get paid a little bit. Now, when I went to law school, it was a totally different ball game, because I was the first law student who was blind, that UNC Chapel Hill had had, and it was a different school within the school, so that student affairs department was not part of law school anymore, and we had quite a time the first semester getting my book. Works in a format that I could read them in. They did eventually, kind of broker a deal, if you will, with the publishers who were either Thompson Reuters or Westlaw at the time to get electronic versions. They were floppy disks. This is how old I am. Floppy disks. They were in this weird format. I think it was word perfect or something. Usually it was, and they   Michael Hingson ** 15:27 didn't really have a lot of them new or no, they didn't know now, newer publishing system,   Erin Edgar ** 15:32 yeah, there wasn't PDF even, I don't think, at the time. And the agreement was I could get those, and I actually had to buy the print textbooks as well. So I have this whole bookcase of law books that are virgin, unopened, almost. And they are, you know, some of them almost 25 years old, never been opened and of no use to anyone. But I have them, and they look nice sitting down there in that bookshelf antiques books. They're antiques. So the first year was a little rough, because for a while I didn't have books, and we were able to make arrangements so that I could kind of make up some classes on a later year and switch things around a little bit. And it ended up all working out really well once we got started.   Michael Hingson ** 16:16 Yeah, I remember when I was going through getting my bachelor's and master's in physics, I needed the books in braille because, well, it's the only way to be able to really deal with the subject. You can't do it nearly as well from recordings, although now there's a little bit better capability through recording, because we have the DayZ format and so on. But still, it's not the same as reading it in Braille and for mathematics and physics and so on. I think that the only way to really do it is in Braille. And we had challenges because professors didn't want to decide what books to use until the last minute, because then, oh, a new book might be coming out and we want to get the latest book, and that didn't work for me, right? Because I had a network that I, in part, I developed with the Department of Rehabilitation out here, helped our office for disabled students didn't really have the resources to know it. They were very supportive. They just didn't really deal with it. But the bottom line is that we had to develop, I had to develop the network of transcribers, but they needed three to six months to do the books, at least three months and and sometimes I would get them one or two volumes at a time, and they barely kept ahead of the class. But, you know, it worked, but professors resisted it. And my the person who ran the Office for Students with Disabilities, said, Look, you have to work on these things, but if you're not getting cooperation from professors, and you come and tell me, and I will use the power of this office to get you what you need, there's another thing you might consider doing, she said. And I said, What's that? And Jan said, Go meet the chancellor. Make friends, yeah, friends in high places. And so I did. And Dan, oh, there you go. Became pretty good friends over the years, which was pretty cool,   Erin Edgar ** 18:15 you know, it was weird because we didn't, I didn't have that problem with the professors. They were, you know, I had a couple of old codgers, but they weren't really worried about the books. They were fine with me having the books, but it was the publishers. The publishers were irritated that that I needed them, and, you know, in an alternative format. And I didn't really, I was not. I was one of those people that if someone said they were going to do something for me, I kind of let people do it. And at the time, I was really not an advocate, advocator for myself, at that time, a very good self advocate. And so I kind of let the school interface with that. I think it would have been really interesting, if I look back on it, for me to have taken a hand in that. And I wonder what would have happened well, and at this point, you know, it's neither here nor there, but that's really fascinating. Making Friends with the chancellor, sometimes you have to do stuff like that   Michael Hingson ** 19:15 well. And the idea was really to get to know Him. And what there was, well, obviously other motivations, like, if we needed to go to a higher court to get help, we could go to the chancellor. I never had to do that, but, but the reason for meeting him and getting to know him was really just to do it and to have fun doing it. So we did,   Erin Edgar ** 19:36 yeah, and I kind of had a comparable experience. I met the Dean of the Law School for that very reason. And he said, you know, if you've got trouble, come to me, my parents got involved a little bit. And we all, you know, met together and maybe even separately at some points just to make sure that I had everything that I needed at various times. Mm. Yeah, and I made friends with the some of the assistant deans at the law school, in particular because of the situation, and one of whom was the Dean of the Law School Student Affairs, who was helping me to get what I needed. And for a while, when I was in law school and beyond. He was like, We lent books to each other. It was very funny. We found out we had the same reading tastes beyond law books. It wasn't, you know, legal at all, but we were like, trading books and things. So a lot of really good relationships came out of that.   Michael Hingson ** 20:37 And I think that's extremely important to to do. And I think that's one of the things that that offices for students with disabilities that tend to want to do everything for you. I think that's one of the things that it's a problem with those offices, because if you don't learn to do them, and if you don't learn to do them in college, how are you going to be able to be able to really act independently and as an advocate after college, so you have to learn that stuff   Erin Edgar ** 21:05 Absolutely. That's a very good point.   Michael Hingson ** 21:09 So I, I think it was extremely important to do it, and we did, and had a lot of fun doing it. So it was, was good. What are some of the biggest misconceptions you think that people had about you as a blind child growing up?   Erin Edgar ** 21:25 Oh yeah, that's a great question. I think that one of the biggest misconceptions that people had about me, especially when I was younger, is that I would know I would be sort of relegated to staying at home with parents all of my life, or being a stay at home parent and not able to be kind of professionally employed and earning, you know, earning a living wage. Now, I have my own business, and that's where most of my money goes at the same at this point. So, you know, earning a living wage might be up in the air at the moment. Ha, ha. But the the one thing I think that the biggest misconception that people had, and this is even like teachers at the blind school, it was very rare for blind children of my age to grow up and be, you know, professionals in, I don't want to say high places, but like people able to support themselves without a government benefit backing them up. And it was kind of always assumed that we would be in that category, that we would be less able than our sighted peers to do that. And so that was a huge misconception, even you know, in the school that I was attending. I think that was the, really the main one and one misconception that I had then and still have today, is that if I'm blind, I can't speak for myself. This still happens today. For instance, if I'm if I want, if I'm going somewhere and I just happen to be with someone sighted, they will talk whoever I'm, wherever I'm at, they will talk to the sighted person, right? They won't talk to you. They won't talk to me. And so, for instance, simple example, if I'm somewhere with my husband, and we happen to be walking together and we go somewhere that I need to go, they will talk to him because he's guiding me, and they won't talk. And he's like, don't talk to me. I have no idea, you know, talk to her, and part of that is I'm half a step behind him. People naturally gravitate to the people that are leading. However, I noticed, even when I was a young adult, and I would go, you know, to the doctor, and I would be with my my parents, like, maybe I'm visiting them, and I need to go to the doctor, they would talk to them and not me, yeah, which is kind of sad. And I think it happens a lot, a lot more than people realize.   Michael Hingson ** 24:10 Yeah, it does. And one of my favorite stories is, is this, I got married in 1982 and my wife has always been, or had always been. She passed away in 2022 but she was always in a wheelchair. And we went to a restaurant one Saturday for breakfast. We were standing at the counter waiting to be seated, and the hostess was behind the counter, and nothing was happening. And finally, Karen said to me, she doesn't know who to talk to, you know? Because Karen, of course, is, is in a wheelchair, so actually, she's clearly shorter than this, this person behind the counter, and then there's me and and, of course, I'm not making eye contact, and so Karen just said she doesn't know who to talk to. I said, you know? All she's gotta do is ask us where we would like to sit or if we'd like to have breakfast, and we can make it work. Well, she she got the message, and she did, and the rest of the the day went fine, but that was really kind of funny, that we had two of us, and she just didn't know how to deal with either of us, which was kind of cute. Mm, hmm. Well, you know, it brings up another question. You use the term earlier, visually impaired. There's been a lot of effort over the years. A lot of the professionals, if you will, created this whole terminology of visually impaired, and they say, well, you're blind or you're visually impaired. And visually impaired means you're not totally blind, but, but you're still visually impaired. And finally, blind people, I think, are starting to realize what people who are deaf learned a long time ago, and that is that if you take take a deaf person and you refer to them as hearing impaired, there's no telling what they might do to you, because they recognize that impaired is not true and they shouldn't be equated with people who have all of their hearing. So it's deaf or hard of hearing, which is a whole lot less of an antagonistic sort of concept than hearing impaired. We're starting to get blind people, and not everyone's there yet, and we're starting to get agencies, and not every agency is there yet, to recognize that it's blind or low vision, as opposed to blind or here or visually impaired, visually impaired. What do you think about that? How does and how does that contribute to the attitudes that people had toward you?   Erin Edgar ** 26:38 Yeah, so when I was growing up, I was handicapped, yeah, there was that too, yeah, yeah, that I was never fond of that, and my mother softened it for me, saying, well, we all have our handicaps or shortcomings, you know, and but it was really, what was meant was you had Something that really held you back. I actually, I say, this is so odd. I always, I usually say I'm totally blind. Because when I say blind, the immediate question people have is, how blind are you? Yeah, which gets back to stuff, yeah, yeah. If you're blind, my opinion, if you're blind, you're you're blind, and if you have low vision, you have partial sight. And visually impaired used to be the term, you know, when I was younger, that people use, and that's still a lot. It's still used a lot, and I will use it occasionally, generally. I think that partially sighted, I have partial vision is, is what I've heard people use. That's what, how my husband refers to himself. Low Vision is also, you know, all those terms are much less pejorative than actually being impaired,   Michael Hingson ** 27:56 right? That's kind of really the issue, yeah. My, my favorite example of all of this is a past president of the National Federation of the Blind, Ken Jernigan, you've heard of him, I assume, Oh, sure. He created a document once called a definition of blindness, and his definition, he goes through and discusses various conditions, and he asks people if, if you meet these conditions, are you blind or not? But then what he eventually does is he comes up with a definition, and his definition, which I really like, is you are blind if your eyesight has decreased to the point where you have to use alternatives to full eyesight in order to function, which takes into account totally blind and partially blind people. Because the reality is that most of those people who are low vision will probably, or they may probably, lose the rest of their eyesight. And the agencies have worked so hard to tell them, just use your eyesight as best you can. And you know you may need to use a cane, but use your eyesight as best you can, and if you go blind, then we're going to have to teach you all over again, rather than starting by saying blindness is really okay. And the reality is that if you learn the techniques now, then you can use the best of all worlds.   Erin Edgar ** 29:26 I would agree with that. I would also say you should, you know, people should use what they have. Yeah, using everything you have is okay. And I think there's a lot of a lot of good to be said for learning the alternatives while you're still able to rely on something else.   Michael Hingson ** 29:49 Point taken exactly you know, because   Erin Edgar ** 29:53 as you age, you get more and more in the habit of doing things one way, and it's. Very hard to break out of that. And if you haven't learned an alternative, there's nothing you feel like. There's nothing to fall back on, right? And it's even harder because now you're in the situation of urgency where you feel like you're missing something and you're having to learn something new, whereas if you already knew it and knew different ways to rely on things you would be just like picking a memory back up, rather than having to learn something new. Well, I've never been in that position, so I can't say, but in the abstract, I think that's a good definition.   Michael Hingson ** 30:34 Well, there are a lot of examples, like, take a person who has some eyesight, and they're not encouraged to use a cane. And I know someone who was in this situation. I think I've told the story on this podcast, but he lived in New Jersey and was travel. And traveled every day from New Jersey into Philadelphia to work, and he was on a reasonably cloudy day, was walking along. He had been given a cane by the New Jersey Commission for the Blind, but he they didn't really stress the value of using it. And so he was walking along the train to go in, and he came to the place where he could turn in and go into the car. And he did, and promptly fell between two cars because he wasn't at the right place. And then the train actually started to move, but they got it stopped, and so he was okay, but as as he tells the story, he certainly used his cane from then on. Because if he had been using the cane, even though he couldn't see it well because it was dark, or not dark, cloudy, he would have been able to see that he was not at the place where the car entrance was, but rather he was at the junction between two cars. And there's so many examples of that. There's so many reasons why it's important to learn the skills. Should a partially blind or a low vision person learn to read Braille? Well, depends on circumstances, of course, I think, to a degree, but the value of learning Braille is that you have an alternative to full print, especially if there's a likelihood that you're going to lose the rest of your eyesight. If you psychologically do it now, that's also going to psychologically help you prepare better for not having any eyesight later.   Erin Edgar ** 32:20 And of course, that leads to to blind children these days learn how to read, yeah, which is another issue.   Michael Hingson ** 32:28 Which is another issue because educators are not teaching Braille nearly as much as they should, and the literacy rate is so low. And the fact of the matter is even with George Kircher, who invented the whole DAISY format and and all the things that you can do with the published books and so on. The reality is there is still something to be said for learning braille. You don't have sighted children just watching television all the time, although sometimes my parents think they do, but, but the point is that they learn to read, and there's a value of really learning to read. I've been in an audience where a blind speaker was delivering a speech, and he didn't know or use Braille. He had a device that was, I think what he actually used was a, was, it was a Victor Reader Stream, which is   Erin Edgar ** 33:24 one of those, right?   Michael Hingson ** 33:25 I think it was that it may have been something else, but the bottom line is, he had his speech written out, and he would play it through earphones, and then he would verbalize his speech. Oh, no, that's just mess me up. Oh, it would. It was very disjointed and and I think that for me, personally, I read Braille pretty well, but I don't like to read speeches at all. I want to engage the audience, and so it's really important to truly speak with the audience and not read or do any of those other kinds of things.   Erin Edgar ** 33:57 I would agree. Now I do have a Braille display that I, I use, and, you know, I do use it for speeches. However, I don't put the whole speech on   Michael Hingson ** 34:10 there that I me too. I have one, and I use it for, I know, I have notes. Mm, hmm,   Erin Edgar ** 34:16 notes, yeah. And so I feel like Braille, especially for math. You know, when you said math and physics, like, Yeah, I can't imagine doing math without Braille. That just doesn't, you know, I can't imagine it, and especially in, you know, geometry and trigonometry with those diagrams. I don't know how you would do it without a Braille textbook, but yeah, there. There's certainly something to be said for for the the wonderful navigation abilities with, you know, e published audio DAISY books. However, it's not a substitute for knowing how to   Michael Hingson ** 34:55 read. Well, how are you going to learn to spell? How are you going to really learn sit? Structure, how are you going to learn any of those basic skills that sighted kids get if you don't use Braille? Absolutely, I think that that's one of the arenas where the educational system, to a large degree, does such a great disservice to blind kids because it won't teach them Braille.   Erin Edgar ** 35:16 Agreed, agreed. Well, thank you for this wonderful spin down Braille, Braille reading lane here. That was fun.   Michael Hingson ** 35:27 Well, so getting back to you a little bit, you must have thought or realized that probably when you went into law, you were going to face some challenges. But what was the defining moment that made you decide you're going to go into law, and what kind of challenges have you faced? If you face challenges, my making an assumption, but you know what?   Erin Edgar ** 35:45 Oh, sure. So the defining moment when I decided I wanted to go into law. It was a very interesting time for me. I was teenager. Don't know exactly how old I was, but I think I was in high school, and I had gone through a long period where I wanted to, like, be a music major and go into piano and voice and be a performer in those arenas, and get a, you know, high level degree whatnot. And then I began having this began becoming very interested in watching the Star Trek television series. Primarily I was out at the time the next generation, and I was always fascinated by the way that these people would find these civilizations on these planets, and they would be at odds in the beginning, and they would be at each other's throats, and then by the end of the day, they were all kind of   Michael Hingson ** 36:43 liking each other. And John Luke Picard didn't play a flute,   Erin Edgar ** 36:47 yes, and he also turned into a Borg, which was traumatic for me. I had to rate local summer to figure out what would happen. I was in I was in trauma. Anyway, my my father and I bonded over that show. It was, it was a wonderful sort of father daughter thing. We did it every weekend. And I was always fascinated by, like, the whole, the whole aspect of different ideologies coming together. And it always seemed to me that that's what human humanity should be about. As I, you know, got older, I thought, how could I be involved in helping people come together? Oh, let's go into law. Because, you know, our government's really good at that. That was the high school student in me. And I thought at the time, I wanted to go into the Foreign Service and work in the international field and help, you know, on a net, on a you know, foreign policy level. I quickly got into law school and realized two things simultaneously in my second year, international law was very boring, and there were plenty of problems in my local community that I could help solve, like, why work on the international stage when people in my local community are suffering in some degree with something and so I completely changed my focus to wanting to work in an area where I could bring people together and work for, you know, work on an individualized level. And as I went into the legal field, that was, it was part of the reason I went into the mediation, because that was one of the things that we did, was helping people come together. I realized, though, as I became a lawyer and actually started working in the field, most of the legal system is not based on that. It's based on who has the best argument. I wanted no part of that. Yeah, I want no part of that at all. I want to bring people together. Still, the Star Trek mentality is working here, and so when I when I started my own law firm, my immediate question to myself was, how can I now that I'm out doing my own thing, actually bring people together? And the answer that I got was help families come together, especially people thinking about their end of life decisions and gathering their support team around them. Who they want to help them? If they are ever in a situation where they become ill and they can't manage their affairs, or if you know upon their death, who do they want to help them and support them. And how can I use the law to allow that to happen? And so that's how I am working, to use the law for healing and bringing people together, rather than rather than winning an argument.   Michael Hingson ** 39:59 Yeah. Yeah, well, and I think there's a lot of merit to that. I I value the law a great deal, and I I am not an attorney or anything like that, but I have worked in the world of legislation, and I've worked in the world of dealing with helping to get legislation passed and and interacting with lawyers. And my wife and I worked with an attorney to set up our our trust, and then couple of years ago, I redid it after she passed away. And so I think that there was a lot of a lot of work that attorneys do that is extremely important. Yeah, there are, there are attorneys that were always dealing with the best arguments, and probably for me, the most vivid example of that, because it was so captivating when it happened, was the whole OJ trial back in the 1990s we were at a county fair, and we had left going home and turned on the radio, only To hear that the police were following OJ, and they finally arrested him. And then when the trial occurred, we while I was working at a company, and had a radio, and people would would come around, and we just had the radio on, and followed the whole trial. And it was interesting to see all the manipulation and all the movement, and you're right. It came down to who had the best argument, right or wrong?   Erin Edgar ** 41:25 The bloody glove. If it doesn't fit, you must acquit. Yeah, yep, I remember that. I remember where I was when they arrested him, too. I was at my grandparents house, and we were watching it on TV. My grandfather was captivated by the whole thing. But yes, there's certainly, you know, some manipulation. There's also, there are also lawyers who do a lot of good and a lot of wonderful things. And in reality, you know, most cases don't go to trial. They're settled in some way. And so, you know, there isn't always, you know, who has the best argument. It's not always about that, right? And at the same time, that is, you know, what the system is based on, to some extent. And really, when our country was founded, our founding fathers were a bunch of, like, acted in a lot of ways, like a bunch of children. If you read books on, you know, the Constitution, it was, it was all about, you know, I want this in here, and I want that in here. And, you know, a lot of argument around that, which, of course, is to be expected. And many of them did not expect our country's government to last beyond their lifetimes. Uh, James Madison was the exception, but all the others were like, Ed's going to fail. And yet, I am very, very proud to be a lawyer in this country, because while it's not perfect, our founding documents actually have a lot of flexibility and how and can be interpreted to fit modern times, which is, I think the beauty of them and exactly what the Founders intended for.   Michael Hingson ** 43:15 Yeah, and I do think that some people are taking advantage of that and causing some challenges, but that's also part of our country and part of our government. I like something Jimmy Carter once said, which was, we must adjust to changing times while holding to unwavering principles. And I think absolutely that's the part that I think sometimes is occasionally being lost, that we forget those principles, or we want to manipulate the principles and make them something that they're not. But he was absolutely right. That is what we need to do, and we can adjust to changing times without sacrificing principles. Absolutely.   Erin Edgar ** 43:55 I firmly believe that, and I would like to kind of turn it back to what we were talking about before, because you actually asked me, What are some challenges that I have faced, and if it's okay with you, I would like to get back to that. Oh, sure. Okay. Well, so I have faced some challenges for you know, to a large extent, though I was very well accommodated. I mean, the one challenge with the books that was challenging when I took the bar exam, oh, horror of horrors. It was a multiple, multiple shot deal, but it finally got done. However, it was not, you know, my failing to pass the first time or times was not the fault of the actual board of law examiners. They were very accommodating. I had to advocate for myself a little bit, and I also had to jump through some hoops. For example, I had to bring my own person to bubble in my responses on the multiple choice part, it. And bring my own person in to kind of monitor me while I did the essay portion. But they allowed me to have a computer, they allowed me to have, you know, the screen reader. They allowed me to have time and a half to do the the exam. And so we're accommodating in that way. And so no real challenges there. You know, some hoops to jump through. But it got all worked out.   Michael Hingson ** 45:23 And even so, some of that came about because blind people actually had to go all the way to the Supreme Court. Yes, the bar to the Bar Association to recognize that those things needed to be that way,   Erin Edgar ** 45:37 absolutely. And so, you know, I was lucky to come into this at a time where that had already been kind of like pre done for me. I didn't have to deal with that as a challenge. And so the only other challenges I had, some of them, were mine, like, you know, who's going to want to hire this blind person? Had a little bit of, you know, kind of challenge there, with that mindset issue for a while there, and I did have some challenges when I was looking for employment after I'd worked for legal aid for a while, and I wanted to move on and do something else. And I knew I didn't want to work for a big, big firm, and I would, I was talking to some small law firms about hiring me, small to mid size firms. And I would get the question of, well, you're blind, so what kind of accommodations do you need? And we would talk about, you know, computer, special software to make a talk, you know, those kinds of things. And it always ended up that, you know, someone else was hired. And I can, you know, I don't have proof that the blindness and the hesitancy around hiring a disabled person or a blind person was in back of that decision. And at the same time, I had the sense that there was some hesitation there as well, so that, you know, was a bit of a challenge, and starting my own law firm was its own challenge, because I had to experiment with several different software systems to Find one that was accessible enough for me to use. And the system I'm thinking about in particular, I wouldn't use any other system, and yet, I'm using practically the most expensive estate planning drafting system out there, because it happens to be the most accessible. It's also the most expensive. Always that. There's always that. And what's it called? I'm curious. It's called wealth Council, okay, wealth. And then the word councils, Council, SEL, and it's wonderful. And the folks there are very responsive. If I say something's not accessible, I mean, they have fixed things for me in the past. Isn't that great? And complain, isn't that wonderful? It is wonderful. And that's, that's awesome. I had a CRM experience with a couple of different like legal CRM software. I used one for a while, and it was okay. But then, you know, everyone else said this other one was better and it was actually less accessible. So I went back to the previous one, you know. So I have to do a lot of my own testing, which is kind of a challenge in and of itself. I don't have people testing software for me. I have to experiment and test and in some cases, pay for something for a while before I realize it's not, you know, not worth it. But now I have those challenges pretty much ironed out. And I have a paralegal who helps me do some things that, like she proof reads my documents, for instance, because otherwise there may be formatting things that I'm not, that I miss. And so I have the ability to have cited assistance with things that I can't necessarily do myself, which is, you know, absolutely fine,   Michael Hingson ** 49:04 yeah. Now, do you use Lexus? Is it accessible?   Erin Edgar ** 49:08 I don't need Lexus, yeah, yeah. I mean, I have, I'm a member of the Bar Association, of my, my state bar association, which is not, not voluntary. It's mandatory. But I'm a member primarily because they have a search, a legal search engine that they work with that we get for free. I mean, with our members, there you go. So there you go. So I don't need Lexus or West Law or any of those other search engines for what I do. And if I was, like, really into litigation and going to court all time and really doing deep research, I would need that. But I don't. I can use the one that they have, that we can use so and it's, it's a entirely web based system. It's fairly accessible   Michael Hingson ** 49:58 well, and. That makes it easier to as long as you've got people's ears absolutely make it accessible, which makes a lot of sense.   Erin Edgar ** 50:08 Yeah, it certainly does well.   Michael Hingson ** 50:10 So do you regard yourself as a resilient person? Has blindness impacted that or helped make that kind of more the case for you? Do you think I do resilience is such an overused term, but it's fair. I know   Erin Edgar ** 50:24 I mean resilience is is to my mind, a resilient person is able to face uh, challenges with a relatively positive outlook in and view a challenge as something to be to be worked through rather than overcome, and so yes, I do believe that blindness, in and of itself, has allowed me to find ways to adapt to situations and pivot in cases where, you know, I need to find an alternative to using a mouse. For instance, how would I do that? And so in other areas of life, I am, you know, because I'm blind, I'm able to more easily pivot into finding alternative solutions. I do believe that that that it has made me more resilient.   Michael Hingson ** 51:25 Do you think that being blind has caused you, and this is an individual thing, because I think that there are those who don't. But do you think that it's caused you to learn to listen better?   Erin Edgar ** 51:39 That's a good question, because I actually, I have a lot of sighted friends, and one of the things that people just assume is that, wow, you must be a really good listener. Well, my husband would tell you that's not always the case. Yeah. My wife said the same thing, yeah. You know, like everyone else, sometimes I hear what I want to hear in a conversation and at the same time, one of the things that I do tell people is that, because I'm blind, I do rely on other senses more, primarily hearing, I would say, and that hearing provides a lot of cues for me about my environment, and I've learned to be more skillful at it. So I, I would say that, yes, I am a good listener in terms of my environment, very sensitive to that in in my environment, in terms of active listening to conversations and being able to listen to what's behind what people say, which is another aspect of listening. I think that that is a skill that I've developed over time with conscious effort. I don't think I'm any better of a quote, unquote listener than anybody else. If I hadn't developed that primarily in in my mediation, when I was doing that, that was a huge thing for us, was to be able to listen, not actually to what people were saying, but what was behind what people were saying, right? And so I really consciously developed that skill during those years and took it with me into my legal practice, which is why I am very, very why I very much stress that I'm not only an attorney, but I'm also a counselor at law. That doesn't mean I'm a therapist, but it does mean I listen to what people say so that and what's behind what people say, so that with the ear towards providing them the legal solution that meets their needs as they describe them in their words.   Michael Hingson ** 53:47 Well, I think for me, I learned to listen, but it but it is an exercise, and it is something that you need to practice, and maybe I learned to do it a little bit better, because I was blind. For example, I learned to ride a bike, and you have to learn to listen to what's going on around you so you don't crash into cars. Oh, but I'd fall on my face. You can do it. But what I what I really did was, when I was I was working at a company, and was told that the job was going to be phased out because I wasn't a revenue producer, and the company was an engineering startup and had to bring in more revenue producers. And I was given the choice of going away or going into sales, which I had never done. And as I love to tell people, I lowered my standards and went from science to sales. But the reality is that that I think I've always and I think we all always sell in one way or another, but I also knew what the unemployment rate among employable blind people was and is, yeah, and so I went into sales with with no qualms. But there I really learned to listen. And and it was really a matter of of learning to commit, not just listen, but really learning to communicate with the people you work with. And I think that that I won't say blindness made me better, but what it did for me was it made me use the technologies like the telephone, perhaps more than some other people. And I did learn to listen better because I worked at it, not because I was blind, although they're related   Erin Edgar ** 55:30 exactly. Yeah, and I would say, I would 100% agree I worked at it. I mean, even when I was a child, I worked at listening to to become better at, kind of like analyzing my environment based on sounds that were in it. Yeah, I wouldn't have known. I mean, it's not a natural gift, as some people assume, yeah, it's something you practice and you have to work at. You get to work at.   Michael Hingson ** 55:55 Well, as I point out, there are people like SEAL Team Six, the Navy Seals and the Army Rangers and so on, who also practice using all of their senses, and they learn, in general, to become better at listening and other and other kinds of skills, because they have to to survive, but, but that's what we all do, is if we do it, right, we're learning it. It's not something that's just naturally there, right? I agree, which I think is important. So you're working in a lot of estate planning and so on. And I mentioned earlier that we it was back in 1995 we originally got one, and then it's now been updated, but we have a trust. What's the difference between having, like a trust and a will?   Erin Edgar ** 56:40 Well, that's interesting that you should ask. So A will is the minimum that pretty much, I would say everyone needs, even though 67% of people don't have one in the US. And it is pretty much what everyone needs. And it basically says, you know, I'm a, I'm a person of sound mind, and I know who is important to me and what I have that's important to me. And I wanted to go to these people who are important to me, and by the way, I want this other person to manage things after my death. They're also important to me and a trust, basically, there are multiple different kinds of trusts, huge numbers of different kinds. And the trust that you probably are referring to takes the will to kind of another level and provides more direction about about how to handle property and how how it's to be dealt with, not only after death, but also during your lifetime. And trusts are relatively most of them, like I said, there are different kinds, but they can be relatively flexible, and you can give more direction about how to handle that property than you can in a will, like, for instance, if you made an estate plan and your kids were young, well, I don't want my children to have access to this property until they're responsible adults. So maybe saying, in a trust until they're age 25 you can do that, whereas in a will, you it's more difficult to do that.   Michael Hingson ** 58:18 And a will, as I understand it, is a lot more easily contested than than a trust.   Erin Edgar ** 58:24 You know, it does depend, but yes, it is easily contested. That's not to say that if you have a trust, you don't need a will, which is a misconception that some, yeah, we have a will in our trust, right? And so, you know, you need the will for the court. Not everyone needs a trust. I would also venture to say that if you don't have a will on your death, the law has ideas about how your property should be distributed. So if you don't have a will, you know your property is not automatically going to go to the government as unclaimed, but if you don't have powers of attorney for your health care and your finance to help you out while you're alive, you run the risk of the A judge appointing someone you would not want to make your health care and financial decisions. And so I'm going to go off on a tangent here. But I do feel very strongly about this, even blind people who and disabled people who are, what did you call it earlier, the the employable blind community, but maybe they're not employed. They don't have a lot of   Michael Hingson ** 59:34 unemployed, unemployed, the unemployable blind people, employable   Erin Edgar ** 59:38 blind people, yes, you know, maybe they're not employed, they're on a government benefit. They don't have a lot of assets. Maybe they don't necessarily need that will. They don't have to have it. And at the same time, if they don't have those, those documents that allow people to manage their affairs during their lifetime. Um, who's going to do it? Yeah, who's going to do that? Yeah, you're giving up control of your body, right, potentially, to someone you would not want, just because you're thinking to yourself, well, I don't need a will, and nothing's going to happen to me. You're giving control of your body, perhaps, to someone you don't want. You're not taking charge of your life and and you are allowing doctors and hospitals and banks to perpetuate the belief that you are not an independent person, right? I'm very passionate about it. Excuse me, I'll get off my soapbox now. That's okay. Those are and and to a large extent, those power of attorney forms are free. You can download them from your state's website. Um, they're minimalistic. They're definitely, I don't use them because I don't like them for my state. But you can get you can use them, and you can have someone help you fill them out. You could sign them, and then look, you've made a decision about who's going to help you when you're not able to help yourself,   Michael Hingson ** 1:01:07 which is extremely important to do. And as I mentioned, we went all the way and have a trust, and we funded the trust, and everything is in the trust. But I think that is a better way to keep everything protected, and it does provide so much more direction for whoever becomes involved, when, when you decide to go elsewhere, then, as they put it, this mortal coil. Yes, I assume that the coil is mortal. I don't know.   Erin Edgar ** 1:01:37 Yeah, who knows? Um, and you know trusts are good for they're not just for the Uber wealthy, which is another misconception. Trust do some really good things. They keep your situation, they keep everything more or less private, like, you know, I said you need a will for the court. Well, the court has the will, and it most of the time. If you have a trust, it just says, I want it to go, I want my stuff to go into the Michael hingson Trust. I'm making that up, by the way, and I, you know, my trust just deals with the distribution, yeah, and so stuff doesn't get held up in court. The court doesn't have to know about all the assets that you own. It's not all public record. And that's a huge, you know, some people care. They don't want everyone to know their business. And when I tell people, you know, I can go on E courts today and pull up the estate of anyone that I want in North Carolina and find out what they owned if they didn't have a will, or if they just had a will. And people like, really, you can do that? Oh, absolutely, yeah. I don't need any fancy credentials. It's all a matter of public record. And if you have a trust that does not get put into the court record unless it's litigated, which you know, it does happen, but not often,   Michael Hingson ** 1:02:56 but I but again, I think that, you know, yeah, and I'm not one of those Uber wealthy people. But I have a house. We we used to have a wheelchair accessible van for Karen. I still have a car so that when I need to be driven somewhere, rather than using somebody else's vehicle, we use this and those are probably the two biggest assets, although I have a bank account with with some in it, not a lot, not nearly as much as Jack Benny, anyway. But anyway, the bottom line is, yeah, but the bottom line is that I think that the trust keeps everything a lot cleaner. And it makes perfect sense. Yep, it does. And I didn't even have to go to my general law firm that I usually use. Do we cheat them? Good, and how so it worked out really well. Hey, I watched the Marx Brothers. What can I say?   Erin Edgar ** 1:03:45 You watch the Marx Brothers? Of course.   Michael Hingson ** 1:03:49 Well, I want to thank you for being here. This has been a lot of fun, and I'm glad that we did it and that we also got to talk about the whole issue of wills and trusts and so on, which is, I think, important. So any last things that you'd like to say to people, and also, do you work with clients across the country or just in North Carolina?   Erin Edgar ** 1:04:06 So I work with clients in North Carolina, I will say that. And one last thing that I would like to say to people is that it's really important to build your support team. Whether you're blind, you know, have another disability, you need people to help you out on a day to day basis, or you decide that you want people to help you out. If you're unable to manage your affairs at some point in your life, it's very important to build that support team around you, and there is nothing wrong. You can be self reliant and still have people on your team yes to to be there for you, and that is very important. And there's absolutely no shame, and you're not relinquishing your independence by doing that. That. So today, I encourage everyone to start thinking about who's on your team. Do you want them on your team? Do you want different people on your team? And create a support team? However that looks like, whatever that looks like for you, that has people on it that you know, love and trust,   Michael Hingson ** 1:05:18 everybody should have a support team. I think there is no question, at least in my mind, about that. So good point. Well, if people want to maybe reach out to you, how do they do that?   Erin Edgar ** 1:05:29 Sure, so I am on the interwebs at Erin Edgar legal.com that's my website where you can learn more about my law firm and all the things that I do,   Michael Hingson ** 1:05:42 and Erin is E r i n, just Yes, say that Edgar, and   Erin Edgar ** 1:05:45 Edgar is like Edgar. Allan Poe, hopefully less scary, and you can find the contact information for me on the website. By Facebook, you can find me on Facebook occasionally as Erin Baker, Edgar, three separate words, that is my personal profile, or you can and Michael will have in the show notes the company page for my welcome as   Michael Hingson ** 1:06:11 well. Yeah. Well, thank you for being here, and I want to thank all of you for listening. This has been a fun episode. It's been great to have Erin on, love to hear your thoughts out there who have been listening to this today. Please let us know what you think. You're welcome to email me at Michael H i@accessibe.com M, I, C, H, A, E, L, H i at accessibe, A, C, C, E, S, S, i, b, e.com, or go to our podcast page, www, dot Michael hingson.com/podcast, I wherever you're listening, please give us a five star rating. We really appreciate getting good ratings from people and reading and getting to know what you think. If you know anyone who you think might be a good guest, you know some people you think ought to come on unstoppable mindset. Erin, of course, you as well. We would appreciate it if you'd give us an introduction, because we're always looking for more people to have come on and help us show everyone that we're all more unstoppable than we think we are, and that's really what it's all about, and what we want to do on the podcast. So hope that you'll all do that, and in the meanwhile, with all that, Erin, I want to thank you once more for being here and being with us today. This has been a lot of fun. 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Danielle LaPorte has sparked a global movement around heart-centered living. As the creator of the Heart Centered Collective and visionary behind the Heart Centered App, her work empowers over 400 leaders in 30+ countries—guiding entrepreneurs, families, incarcerated women, yoga students, and global consultancies to lead with love. In this conversation, she opens up about two transformational pilgrimages to Egypt, sharing how ancient codes from the Sphinx, Isis, and Hathor awaken modern leadership. Danielle and I explore the difference between ego-driven wants and higher desires, the practice of blessing and releasing what no longer serves, and why discernment is essential in heart-led leadership. This is a soulful and practical episode on desire, abundance, and the courage it takes to embody your higher calling. Listen in.Follow Danielle LaPorte here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellelaporte/Experience spiritual direction, receive tools for your mind and body inside the Heart Centered Collective here: https://danielle-laporte.mn.co/plans/1820184Book your INFUSION session! This is a high-impact one-on-one strategy session with Danielle + Team. This is for entrepreneurs who want to evolve without more burnout. : https://daniellelaporte.com/infusion/Join Danielle's Substack community here: https://thedaniellelaporte.substack.com/Join the Mastering Your Mindset Facebook Group, and surround yourself with individuals who are on their journey to success. https://www.facebook.com/groups/MasteringYourMindsetwithDanielleThe Success Society is your gateway to an elevated life—an empowering community for driven individuals who are ready to align with abundance, success, and purpose. Join us for less than a cup of coffee per month! https://empress.danielleamos.co/the-success-society/Want to start working with me? Book a complimentary strategy call with The Success Society Team. We're here to support you. https://danielleamos.as.me/strategycallsetterYou can catch the video version of this episode on my YouTube channel. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@thedanielleamosOne conversation with me can change your life. Access my free gift, Success Mindset Workshop, here: https://successmindsetworkshop.danielleamos.co/If you love this episode, please share it on Instagram, tag me, and send me a DM @TheDanielleAmos; I'd be so grateful if you could leave me a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

How do you know when your desire to help is actually making things worse? This conversation tackles one of the most challenging questions we face in relationships, community, and our response to world events: the difference between helping and interfering. Drawing from personal recovery stories and spiritual wisdom traditions, it examines why the most well-intentioned help often falls flat—and sometimes even damages the very relationships we're trying to heal. The discussion begins with a provocative metaphysical principle: "Don't help unless you're asked." This isn't about becoming indifferent to suffering, but about understanding that unsolicited advice, even when perfectly correct, is often rejected because it hasn't been truly requested. The conversation explores how timing, intentionality, and genuine asking create the conditions where help can actually be received rather than resisted. It's the difference between someone venting (which sounds like asking for help but isn't) and someone genuinely ready to receive support. Perhaps most practically, the episode addresses the tension between personality-driven helping (which often serves the helper's ego more than the recipient's needs) and soul-directed service that asks "What would Love do?" This question becomes a filter for distinguishing between authentic service and spiritual bypassing through activism. The conversation examines how conscious witnessing—standing in full presence without judgment—can sometimes be more powerful than jumping into action. The discussion also touches on planetary service and how individual healing contributes to collective transformation. Through practices like Tonglen meditation (breathing in suffering and breathing out healing for all beings experiencing that same pain), we see how working on ourselves becomes a form of world service. It's an invitation to examine your own motivations when helping others: Are you creating dependency? Interfering with someone's necessary learning? Or are you truly responding to what's needed in the moment with love as your guide? Meditation Mount and HeartLight Productions are pleased to present Musings from the Mount – a weekly podcast with host Joseph Carenza and guests in conversation exploring a range of topics drawn from the Ageless Wisdom teachings. New episodes every Monday. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating at MeditationMount.org

In this episode of Let Glory Shine, Martha Glory Kartaoui sits down with fellow global changemaker Samia Bano—the Happiness Expert, author of Make Change Fun and Easy, speaker, podcaster, coach for coaches and healers, Reiki healer, and crisis counselor.Samia's story is one of faith, healing, and triumph. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, she began her search for inner peace at just 8 years old. After more than 20 years of struggle, she not only broke free from suffering but also discovered how to take control of her happiness—and now she's on a mission to help others do the same.Through her signature Follow Your Heart Process™—a blend of positive psychology and spiritual wisdom—Samia empowers others to release fear, overcome limiting beliefs, and step into a life of joy, impact, and purpose with fun and ease.This conversation is a powerful reminder that healing is possible, happiness is attainable, and transformation is within reach.Learn more and connect with Martha at: https://letgloryshine.com/#LetGloryShine #SamiaBano #MarthaGloryKartaoui #HealingJourney #HappinessExpert #TraumaToTriumph #MakeChangeFunAndEasy #FollowYourHeart #TraumaHealing #FaithAndHealing #TransformationStory #PositiveMindset #HeartCenteredLeadership #Resilience #OvercomingAbuse #SpiritualHealing #TraumaRecovery #HealingIsPossible

In this episode of Let Glory Shine, Martha Glory Kartaoui sits down with fellow global changemaker Samia Bano—the Happiness Expert, author of Make Change Fun and Easy, speaker, podcaster, coach for coaches and healers, Reiki healer, and crisis counselor.Samia's story is one of faith, healing, and triumph. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, she began her search for inner peace at just 8 years old. After more than 20 years of struggle, she not only broke free from suffering but also discovered how to take control of her happiness—and now she's on a mission to help others do the same.Through her signature Follow Your Heart Process™—a blend of positive psychology and spiritual wisdom—Samia empowers others to release fear, overcome limiting beliefs, and step into a life of joy, impact, and purpose with fun and ease.This conversation is a powerful reminder that healing is possible, happiness is attainable, and transformation is within reach.Learn more and connect with Martha at: https://letgloryshine.com/#LetGloryShine #SamiaBano #MarthaGloryKartaoui #HealingJourney #HappinessExpert #TraumaToTriumph #MakeChangeFunAndEasy #FollowYourHeart #TraumaHealing #FaithAndHealing #TransformationStory #PositiveMindset #HeartCenteredLeadership #Resilience #OvercomingAbuse #SpiritualHealing #TraumaRecovery #HealingIsPossible

Come Back To Love®  Trauma-informed, Heart-centered Solutions with Robyn Vogel Recognized as one of the top teachers of the Heart in her community, Robyn Vogel, founder of Come Back To Love® is known for providing trauma-informed, heart-centered solutions that are designed to ignite a sense of love, expand the spirit, and heal the past. In a time of fleeting social media interactions, one-hour coffee dates, and a world that looks like it's falling apart, Robyn offers hope, genuine human connection, and inner transformation. Participants are enveloped in a warm transmission of Divine Love, absorbing heart-healing wisdom shared by Robyn. Seemingly stuck patterns and wounds from the past can find resolution and peace.  Participants will gain a renewed sense of love, connection and intimacy in their lives, and witness the activation of their own intuitive heart. Together, we will experience the power of love in its most transformative form. Robyn has led hundreds of retreats, workshops, and classes with thousands of participants and clients in the US and abroad. Robyn is Host of  Come Back To Love® Radio heard every Thursday at 1am/1pmET on syndicated Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network. Learn more about her Show here https://dreamvisions7radio.com/come-back-to-love/ https://www.instagram.com/comebacktolove_robynvogel/ https://www.facebook.com/RobynVogel https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-vogel/ https://www.youtube.com/@RobynVogel Call In and Chat with Deborah during Live Show: 833-220-1200 or 319-527-2638 Learn more about Deborah here:  www.lovebyintuition.com

“My definition of success is trusting the universe, stretching for the things I was meant to do, and enjoying them with the people I love for as long as possible.” – Andrew Metzler In this episode of Turmeric & Tequila, host Kristen Olson talks with Andrew Metzler, founder of TLC Property Partners and author of Profitable Mortgage Notes. Andrew shares his journey from ski slopes and adventure travel to financial crisis, foreclosure, and ultimately rebuilding through empathy-driven investing. We dive into: How the 2008 crash reshaped Andrew's values and business philosophy What mortgage note investing is—and why it's a powerful passive income strategy How empathy and heart-centered business can keep families in their homes The role of self-directed retirement accounts in diversifying wealth Redefining success around freedom, family, and legacy This episode blends finance, fitness, and life wisdom—showing how resilience and purpose can guide both personal growth and financial freedom. Learn more: tlcpropertypartners.com Book: https://profitablemortgagenotes.com/ LinkedIn: Andrew Metzler Time Stamps 00:00 – 01:16 | Welcome, sponsors, and introduction of Andrew Metzler 01:16 – 03:00 | Andrew's background & TLC Property Partners' mission 03:00 – 06:20 | Growing up in the Northeast, moving to Switzerland, and discovering skiing 06:20 – 09:45 | Early career shifts, moving across the U.S., and entry into real estate 09:45 – 13:20 | Lessons from the 2008 financial crisis and personal setbacks 13:20 – 16:40 | Launching TLC with empathy and a people-first approach 16:40 – 20:10 | Mortgage notes explained: owning the debt vs. the property 20:10 – 23:00 | Using IRAs and retirement accounts for real estate investing 23:00 – 25:00 | Who mortgage notes are for and diversifying wealth 25:00 – 26:30 | Redefining success: purpose, freedom, and legacy 26:30 – 27:26 | Closing thoughts & where to connect with Andrew   Andrew Metzler is the founder of TLC Property Partners, a purpose-driven real estate investment firm specializing in mortgage notes. With a background in economics, adventure travel, and entrepreneurship, Andrew rebuilt his life and business after the 2008 financial crisis with a focus on empathy, sustainability, and community stability. His book, Profitable Mortgage Notes, is a practical guide for investors seeking passive income and long-term wealth through mortgage note investing. When he's not helping families stay in their homes, Andrew can be found skiing, mountain biking, and exploring the outdoors.   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy gives the inner child a chance to finally be heard and healed. In this episode, host Sharlee Dixon sits down with Judi Vitale, a writer, speaker, and empowerment coach with more than 30 years of experience helping people discover their inner strength and live authentically. Judi's horoscopes have been featured in Marie Claire, Redbook, Seventeen.com, and Tarot.com. She is certified by the NCGR Professional Astrologers' Alliance and combines astrology, mindfulness, and transpersonal coaching in her work. Through workshops, retreats, and private sessions, she helps clients reduce stress, increase productivity, and reconnect with the divine spark within. Together, Sharlee and Judi explore the transformative power of Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, discussing how this unique approach supports the mind-body connection, heals unresolved trauma, rewrites limiting beliefs, and fosters deep emotional freedom.   For more information about Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy and certification, please visit: https://www.wellness-institute.org For more information about the 6-Day Online Hypnotherapy Certification Training, please visit: https://www.wellness-institute.org/six-day-hypnotherapy-certification-training For more information about Introduction to Hypnosis Training 2-Day Course, please visit: https://www.wellness-institute.org/hypnotherapy-training/introduction-to-hypnosis For more information about Judi Vitale, please visit: https://www.cosmic-gps.com/services Connect with Judi on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/judivitale/ Connect with Judi on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judi-vitale-780ab81

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Be guided in a grounding meditation that connects you to what's closest to your heart. Follow along with insight from the acclaimed author, Paulo Cuelho. It guides you to envision the seeds of wisdom and love you want to plant, trusting that they will blossom and nourish your future. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: THE LIGHT YOU LEAVE BEHIND: CREATING A LEGACY Welcome to a powerful journey beyond the present moment. In this series, you're going to explore the profound and liberating concept of leaving a legacy—not just in the things you do, but in the person you are. Each meditation is a guide to help you live a more intentional life, so that your kindness, courage, and unique spirit will create a positive ripple effect for generations to come. Your life is a masterpiece, and it's time to realize the beautiful impact you are already making. It's time to build your living monument. This series is a replay from a series I recorded a few years ago. I hope you enjoy a 7-day journey to share the best parts of you for generations to come. This is day 2 of a 7-day meditation series, "The Light You Leave Behind," episodes 2303-2309. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE Begin a Legacy Quest! Consider what kind of legacy you'd like to leave. A legacy is a way to share yourself with others. Create a length of time for how long you'll commit to your Legacy Quest. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1:   Living Your Legacy Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "Where my heart is, there is my treasure." Day 3:  Inner Peace Breath Day 4:  Ushas mudra for clarity Day 5:  Seventh chakra interconnectedness focus Day 6: Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3698: Steve Pavlina challenges the limits of logic-based goal setting by showing how aligning with heart-centered motivation leads to deeper fulfillment and sustained drive. By trusting your emotional compass over external validation or mental constructs, you can pursue goals that feel authentic and energizing rather than forced or draining. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/11/heart-centered-motivation/ Quotes to ponder: "When your heart's not in a goal, you'll procrastinate, and even if you push through and succeed, the victory will feel hollow." "Heart-centered motivation makes you feel inspired, uplifted, and energized. It taps into your spirit and creativity." "Your feelings are your internal compass. Trust them." Episode references: Abraham-Hicks teachings: https://www.abraham-hicks.com/ Psycho-Cybernetics: https://www.amazon.com/Psycho-Cybernetics-Updated-Expanded-Self-Image/dp/0399176136 Getting Things Done by David Allen: https://gettingthingsdone.com/ The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3698: Steve Pavlina challenges the limits of logic-based goal setting by showing how aligning with heart-centered motivation leads to deeper fulfillment and sustained drive. By trusting your emotional compass over external validation or mental constructs, you can pursue goals that feel authentic and energizing rather than forced or draining. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/11/heart-centered-motivation/ Quotes to ponder: "When your heart's not in a goal, you'll procrastinate, and even if you push through and succeed, the victory will feel hollow." "Heart-centered motivation makes you feel inspired, uplifted, and energized. It taps into your spirit and creativity." "Your feelings are your internal compass. Trust them." Episode references: Abraham-Hicks teachings: https://www.abraham-hicks.com/ Psycho-Cybernetics: https://www.amazon.com/Psycho-Cybernetics-Updated-Expanded-Self-Image/dp/0399176136 Getting Things Done by David Allen: https://gettingthingsdone.com/ The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3698: Steve Pavlina challenges the limits of logic-based goal setting by showing how aligning with heart-centered motivation leads to deeper fulfillment and sustained drive. By trusting your emotional compass over external validation or mental constructs, you can pursue goals that feel authentic and energizing rather than forced or draining. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/11/heart-centered-motivation/ Quotes to ponder: "When your heart's not in a goal, you'll procrastinate, and even if you push through and succeed, the victory will feel hollow." "Heart-centered motivation makes you feel inspired, uplifted, and energized. It taps into your spirit and creativity." "Your feelings are your internal compass. Trust them." Episode references: Abraham-Hicks teachings: https://www.abraham-hicks.com/ Psycho-Cybernetics: https://www.amazon.com/Psycho-Cybernetics-Updated-Expanded-Self-Image/dp/0399176136 Getting Things Done by David Allen: https://gettingthingsdone.com/ The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808 Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textHate traditional networking? Same. That's why I stopped doing it - and started doing this instead.This episode is a little different because the tables are turned: I'm the guest this time, joining Wendy Pitts Reeves on her Ideal Practice Podcast for a convo all about how heart-centered women can grow their businesses through real, human connection (without turning into a walking sales pitch).We talk about why traditional networking feels so gross (especially for service-based entrepreneurs), what to do instead, and how to make relationship-building feel good and actually lead to business growth.If you've ever said “networking just isn't my thing,” this one's for you.In this episode, we cover:Why “finding clients” is actually not the point of networkingSimple mindset shifts that make networking feel way less awkwardCreative ways to find networking events that don't drain your soulMy favorite trick for easing anxiety at in-person events What to do after the event to keep the connection going (without being creepy or transactional)Networking doesn't have to be awkward, exhausting, or fake. When you approach it with intention and a human-first mindset, it can actually be fun AND effective.Loved this convo?  Listen to the full interview on the Ideal Practice Podcast HERE!Want to practice this kind of connection in real life? Come to the next PWR Virtual Speed Networking event (always the first Tuesday of the month. For even deeper connections, more support and faster business growth, check out the Powerful Women Rising Business Growth Community!Support the showConnect with Your Host!Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth. Melissa's other mission is to revolutionize networking, promoting authenticity and genuine connections over sleazy sales tactics. She runs an incredible monthly Virtual Speed Networking Event which you can attend once at no cost using the code FIRSTTIME She lives in Colorado Springs with two dogs, her soul cat Giorgio and any number of foster kittens. She loves iced coffee, Taylor Swift, and Threads.

If you're a coach, and at the first mention of sales, you think, “I'm not a salesperson,” this episode is for you. In this powerful kickoff to the Sales That Serve series, Rich Boggs reveals why heart-centered sales for coaches isn't just important—it's required. You'll discover how to shift your mindset, increase your impact, and finally master the skill set that unlocks abundance, clients, and confidence.Meet Your Special Host: Rich BoggsRich Boggs is a master of heart-centered sales, creative business strategy, and transformational storytelling. A serial entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience building multi-million dollar companies, Rich is also the co-founder of the Brave Thinking Institute, where he leads enrollment training for purpose-driven coaches worldwide. Known for fusing soul and strategy, Rich helps coaches embrace sales as a sacred service—and turn purpose into prosperity.Key TakeawaysYour resistance to sales may be resistance to serving at the highest level.Sales is a sacred, service-based skill—and it's learnable.Avoiding the offer robs your client of transformation.Real coaching businesses have repeatable sales systems.Mastering heart-centered sales unlocks more income, more clients, and more impact.Your Message Is the Magnet: Learn to Attract Dream Clients with Clarity, Confidence & AuthenticityJoin the Master Your Message Challenge—a FREE, 5-day experience to help you:✅ Clarify what you do and who you help✅ Turn your story into a powerful client attraction tool✅ Show up confidently and authentically stand out online✅ Stop spinning your wheels and start getting resultsWhether you're just getting started or want to grow your coaching business with even more ease and authenticity, this challenge is your next best step.

Most sales trainers tell you to "bust objections" and never take no for an answer. I always thought that approach was cringy and manipulative. But I struggled with how to handle money objections without being pushy.After being on both sides of sales calls that felt gross and transactional... I realized there had to be a better way. One that actually honors people's truth while still leading powerful conversations.So I developed a completely different method. One that creates space for genuine understanding instead of pressure tactics.What happened next changed how I approach every sales call. This episode proves that selling with integrity doesn't mean being passive. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is listen deeper.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING TO THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:How "clearing your channel" eliminates the bias that kills sales conversations before they start (and the 3 assumptions that leak mistrust into every call).The exact moment someone says "I can't afford it" and the ONE response that reveals what's really going on.The 3 hidden reasons behind money objections that have nothing to do with their bank account (spoiler: nervous system capacity is huge).What you need to STOP doing to finally start converting without manipulation (this will trigger every traditional sales trainer).And while you're here, follow us on Instagram @creativelyowned for more daily inspiration on effortlessly attracting the most aligned clients without spending hours marketing your business or chasing clients. Also, make sure to tag me in your stories @creativelyowned.Selling the Invisible: Exactly how to articulate the value of your cosmic genius even if your message transcends the typical “10k months” & “Make 6-figures” types of promises. Free on-demand training >>> https://www.creativelyowned.co/watchnow To find out how to own your unique edge, amplify who you truly are (& get paid for it), take your business to cosmic proportions, and have fun doing it, grab it here!! https://www.creativelyowned.com/quizOffer Architect: TURN YOUR ‘INVISIBLE' WISDOM INTO A COMPELLING OFFER THAT WILL SELL WITH A SINGLE EMAIL. >>>https://creativelyowned.com/offer-architectJoin the waitlist for the Selling the Invisible AI-Powered Conversion Copywriting System and be the first in line when the doors open again! >>>https://www.creativelyowned.co/waitlist

Elizabeth Plançon is an Intuitive Spiritual Mentor, Soul Purpose Activator, and Healer devoted to helping women awaken their intuitive gifts, embody their purpose, and step into their most radiant, magnetic selves.Her signature method combines Light Language, energy healing, somatic work, and psychic guidance to help clients activate their soul purpose, regulate their nervous system, release subconscious blocks, and manifest the abundance, impact, and joy their soul came here to experience.She's the founder of Radiance, a high-frequency monthly portal for soul activation, embodiment, and expansion. Elizabeth is also an International Best-Selling Author of the book Manifesting with Purpose, and lives near Chicago with her husband, two young daughters, and three rescue pups. Elizabeth's Website: My Links • @elizabethplancon

Ever find yourself overthinking a simple text message, spiraling into anxiety, and wondering, “Why do I always do this?” Relationships—whether romantic, platonic, or professional—can trigger our deepest insecurities. But here's the good news: you can break that cycle. And in this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, we're diving deep into how.I chat with Trevor Hanson, a globally recognized coach and therapist who helps people transform anxious attachment into secure, soul-filling relationships. This dude is the real deal. After leaving a corporate career at Tesla, healing from a broken jaw, ending a toxic relationship, and overcoming his own deep insecurities, Trevor followed his passion to help others heal. Now, he teaches people around the world how to break free from the patterns holding them back—using his powerful “TEMPO” framework.In our convo, we get real about self-sabotage, emotional triggers, and those frustrating cycles of conflict we find ourselves stuck in. Trevor explains how childhood trauma and early experiences shape our beliefs about love, worthiness, and connection—and how those beliefs often lead us to repeat the same painful patterns. But most importantly, he shows us how to map those cycles, gain clarity, and change them. Here are a few game-changing nuggets from this episode:Self-sabotage isn't a flaw—it's a signal. It often stems from anxious attachment and unhealed childhood wounds.You can shift from insecurity to confidence by learning your “tempo” cycle: Trigger, Emotion, Meaning, Protection, Outcome.Healing starts by mapping emotional responses before you're in the heat of the moment. That's where clarity is born.Inner child work, visualization, and therapy can help release the old beliefs that keep you stuck.Relationships thrive when both partners take ownership and commit to their growth journey.This episode is a must-listen for anyone tired of the emotional rollercoaster and ready to build healthier, more connected relationships. Whether you're a high-performing entrepreneur or just someone looking for love that feels safe—you'll walk away with practical tools you can start using right now.Let's Happy Hustle your healing. You deserve secure, connected relationships—and it all starts with understanding you. In this episode, we cover:Introduction to Healing RelationshipsTrevor's Journey: From Corporate to TherapyUnderstanding Anxious AttachmentThe Catalyst for ChangeThe Transition to TherapyIdentifying Relationship PatternsThe Cycle of Insecurity and Self-SabotageBreaking the Cycle: The TEMPO FrameworkEmpowerment in RelationshipsThe Vicious Cycle of RelationshipsUnderstanding the Tempo CycleMapping Emotional TriggersThe Impact of Childhood TraumaNavigating Insecurities and FearsReleasing Emotional WoundsResources for Healing and GrowthRapid Fire Insights and Final ThoughtsWhat does Happy Hustlin mean to you? Trevor says Happy Hustlin means to me being anxiously engaged in a good cause that provides me with an opportunity to lift others while blessing the lives of those who matter most to me, meaning my wife and my children.Connect with Trevorhttps://www.facebook.com/theartofhealingbytrevor/https://www.instagram.com/theartofhealingbytrevor/https://www.youtube.com/@artofhealingbytrevorhttps://www.tiktok.com/@theartofhealingbytrevorFind Trevor on this website: https://theartofhealingbytrevor.com/Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured Get a free copy of his new book, The Happy Hustle, 10 Alignments to Avoid Burnout & Achieve Blissful Balance https://www.thehappyhustle.com/bookSign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Coursehttps://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventurehttps://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/“It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”Episode Sponsors:If you're feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy's been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that's been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers. 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In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Avik is joined by Melanie Gorman, founder and chief strategist of Crownsville Media. Melanie shares her powerful journey from being a therapist to becoming a digital strategist, helping coaches, therapists, and heart-led entrepreneurs grow their online presence authentically. They explore how AI, SEO, and storytelling work together to help purpose-driven businesses get discovered without compromising their voice or values. Melanie breaks down "common sense SEO," explaining how therapists and solopreneurs can leverage attention metrics, smart content pruning, and omnipresent SEO to compete online without burnout. About the Guest:Melanie Gorman is the founder of Crownsville Media. With over 25 years of experience blending counseling psychology and digital strategy, Melanie specializes in helping service providers turn their websites into client magnets. She simplifies SEO, ensuring entrepreneurs focus on authentic, meaningful marketing that attracts the right audience. Previously, she led the experts division at YourTango and managed platforms like Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. Key Takeaways: SEO doesn't have to be overwhelming: focus on attention metrics and authentic messaging. Google Search Console is a crucial free tool for any business owner. Solopreneurs should prune outdated or misaligned content to send the right signals to Google. Marketing is a long-term, consistent investment rather than a one-time effort. Being visible online starts with understanding your niche and showing up where your clients are searching. Connect with Melanie Gorman:Website: www.crownsvillemedia.comMelanie offers a complimentary consultation for new clients. Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us!• YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife• Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod• Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod• Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind• LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness Podcast Episode Title:Balancing Business, Marriage & Kids: Small Habits, Big Fulfilment with Daniel Cheetham Summary:In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Daniel Cheetham, founder of Captains Club, shares how small, consistent habits build lasting fulfillment across business, marriage, and parenthood. Daniel opens up about his own challenges as a founder, husband, and father of two, and explains why identity-based habits trump grand gestures. From phone-free family dinners to monthly check-ins with his wife, Daniel offers practical ways to stay grounded in the chaos of entrepreneurship. He also discusses the role of intentional boundaries, the power of having accountability partners, and how stoic philosophy helps create mental clarity. About the Guest:Daniel Cheetham is the founder of Captains Club, a boutique executive search firm specializing in placing trusted second-in-command leaders into founder-led businesses. With a focus on pairing head and heart, Daniel not only helps companies grow but lives his own life with intention, balancing work, marriage, and fatherhood through simple but powerful daily practices. Key Takeaways: Small daily habits shape long-term fulfillment more than big achievements. Clear boundaries like phone-free evenings preserve work-life harmony. Accountability partners and reflection help recalibrate when priorities drift. Identity-based habits lead to lasting consistency. Tools like The Daily Stoic and simple 45-minute walks promote mental resilience. Early clarity on your vision for family and business makes balancing both more achievable. Connect with Daniel Cheetham: LinkedIn: Daniel Cheetham Website: captainsclub.com Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? 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(HAUNTINGLIVE) (S6 E16) HEART CENTERED TAROT WITH MARINA - THE COUNCIL OF 13 THE 5TH DIMENSION KNOWING YOUR ABILITIES - Marina of Heart Centered Tarot YouTube joins us to talk about her journey and experiences with the Council of 13 and the 5th dimension also knowing your abilities. Visit Heart Centered Tarot's website: https://www.marinasheartcenteredtarot.com/ Host: Trevor Bishop Co-Host: Yolanta Meri Psychic Medium Website & Shop: hauntinglivepodcast.com YouTube: @hauntinglive

In this transformative episode of Live Well, Earn Well, Dr. Terri Levine interviews Christi Stafford, founder of Automation on a Mission. Discover how coaches, healers, and transformation experts can escape entrepreneurial burnout through smart automation. Learn practical strategies to systemize your small business, create clear client journeys, and build sustainable success without sacrificing personal time. This conversation reveals how heart-centered business owners can increase profitability while working fewer hours—the ultimate path to truly living well and earning well. Join The Live Well Earn Well Mastermind™ Today: https://livewellearnwellmastermind.com/    Let's hop on a quick Zoom call so I can focus on your business and offer my help: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tdO2urTooHNLQuGo9wdTbJHJcjXoghF8N#/registration    Oh yeah, and please join free Facebook community here: Heartrepreneurs.com   Want More!? Subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast platform… Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-well-earn-well-for-coaches-consultants/id1585895518  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OjsOxN7MqwKio4Ae6vSMQ  Or anywhere else podcasts are found!    Watch all the episodes and more to gain more insight on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachterri/videos

This gentle meditation invites you to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the wisdom of your heart. By slowing down your thoughts and tuning into the rhythm of your breath, you'll cultivate presence, compassion, and emotional clarity. Ideal for grounding yourself in moments of stress or disconnection, this practice helps open your heart space—fostering inner peace and authentic connection with yourself and others. p.s. have you ever wanted to learn how to create and lead your own meditations? Learn more about my Meditation Teacher Training and join the waitlist using the link below. Learn more: https://www.eileenrose.me/meditation-teacher-trainingEXPERIENCE MORE OF MY OFFERINGSGet Access to More of My MeditationsJoin My Course on Anxiety Relief - Chaos to CalmGet a Personalized Meditation Made Just for You (By Me)Work With Me 1 on 1 - Book a Virtual RetreatCONNECT WITH MEFollow Me on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeMeditate with Me on InsightTimer

The theme in my Heart Centered Collective this month is prosperity consciousness. And I don't talk at all about money. And I barely touch on manifestation principles. Because… you can visualize and budget your butt off, but mental methods only work well if they ride on higher consciousness. Mentality is not consciousness.  Consciousness is pure life force, prana, divinity. Consciousness is always there before we think, feel or do. Higher consciousness (“feeling” closer to the Divine, you could say,) results in better thinking and doing. So my approach to prosperity at the moment is less strategy, more energy. Get your thoughts set to a higher frequency and two things will happen: better attraction and better decisions. Inner and outer. Energy AND strategy. You'll attract abundance and you'll know the best moves to build on it. THE ABUNDANCE AFFIRMATIONS I trust in divine timing. I am aligned with majestic overflow. I welcome deep abundance into my life in all forms. I am deeply supported. My needs are met. I thrive wholeheartedly and completely at all levels and elements. Abundance flows to me freely, and I circulate it openly with love. All that I am, and all that I have, is for appreciating the good in all. In this episode: Spoken abundance affirmations (offered 3x as a full set) Breathing cues to support presence Heart centered awareness—always MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: For more Heart Centered practices + classes: The Heart Centered Collective. This month's class is all about ABUNDANCE ENERGY—feel it out for just $7. FREE DOWNLOAD: The Abundance Affirmations  

Visit today's blog post here. Let's call this what it is: the dark side of heart-centered entrepreneurship. Having a big heart is a gift—but sometimes, it holds us back. As heart-centered women, we care deeply. As ambitious women, we dream big, move fast, and aim high. But the dark side of that combo? We can be brutal with our past selves. In this episode, I'm sharing some very personal reflections from the last six months—specifically what's come up for me in therapy around my divorce—and how regret can show up even in moments of success (like when a client hit a big income goal but asked, “Why did it take me so long?”). This is a conversation about self-forgiveness, freeing up emotional real estate, and remembering that your past self got you here. If you've been hard on yourself or feel like you “should be further along,” this one's for you. There's nothing wrong with your timeline. There's no behind. There's just the next brave choice you're willing to make. ❤️ –– Connect with Anna on Instagram: @heartcentered.entrepreneur

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Heather Mays, channeler, psychic medium & animal communicator, touches on the recent environmental and energetic shifts and emphasizes that these events are part of a larger spiritual awakening. As this enlightening interview unfolds, Emilio Ortiz and Heather Mays explore the profound connections between art, spirituality, and the evolution of the soul. Heather shares her passion for creating energetic signature portraits that reflect the essence of individuals, revealing their journeys and transformations. They discuss the elation felt during the transition of souls, the interconnectedness of all beings, and the lessons learned from nature and animals. The conversation includes in a mini soul reading for Emilio's dog, Lupe, showcasing the deep bond between humans and animals and the wisdom they impart. In this podcast, Heather Mays and Emilio Ortiz delve into the profound connections between past lives, soul contracts, and the significance of pets in our lives. They explore the purpose of prophetic dreams, the power of collective consciousness, and the momentum of change in the world. Heather shares insights from her experiences with disability and how they shape our understanding of mastery and connection. The discussion culminates in reflections on preparing for future energies and the importance of self-reflection and love in leadership.___________________PODCAST CHAPTERS00:00 - Heather Mays Intro01:07 - Connecting Souls Through Sacred Geometry02:37 - Energetic Signature Portraits06:31 - Transitioning Beyond the Body:11:31 - Aligning Timelines and Infinite Versions of Self16:01 - Exploring Lifetimes Beyond Human Experience18:58 - Atlantis and the Healing Crystal Wisdom Room22:06 - Childhood Connections with Animals, Trees, and Elements25:15 - Fire, Renewal, and Humanity's Lessons29:09 - What the Fires Are Illuminating for Humanity?31:57 - Communicating with Animals36:22 - Mini Soul Reading for Emilio's Dog (Lupe)51:19 - Prophetic Dreams: Witnessing Energetic Events59:04 - Rising with Courage and Coherence01:00:30 - The Momentum of Creation and Living from the Heart01:03:46 - Why Does Time Feels Like It's Speeding Up?01:06:20 - Lessons from Her Sister's Disability: The Soul's Mastery01:09:47 - What Does Mastery Truly Mean?01:11:05 - Preparing for 2026-2027: Inner Work and Alignment01:13:42 - The Meaning of 9111: Guidance and Angelic Support01:17:44 - Final Trio01:19:18 - Remembering the Beauty of Your Soul01:20:55 - Heather's Daily Life Review & Visualization Practice01:23:43 - The Time Capsule Question___________________Guest: Heather Mays, Intuitive & Animal Communicator✦ Website | https://www.heathermays.com/✦ YouTube Channel | ‪@HeatherMays‬ ✦ Heather's Energy Signature Portraits | https://www.heathermays.com/art✦ Book 1:1 with Heather | https://www.heathermays.com/services✦ Instagram |   / heyradiantsouls  Host: Emilio Ortiz✦ IG |   / iamemilioortiz  ✦ Subscribe to Channel |    / emilioortiz  ✦ Watch Emilio's latest series on 4biddenknowledge TV l https://bit.ly/AwakenThe6thSenseSpecial Offerings to Support the Show:✦ Make a One-Time or Recurring Donation on PayPal

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Transforming healthcare requires a blend of technology, content, and heart-centered design that prioritizes patients. In this episode, Shawn Nason, Chief Experience and Innovation Officer at PatientPoint, shares insights on how his company empowers better health through its unique product portfolio, which includes interactive screens in waiting and exam rooms and back-office solutions. He emphasizes the importance of creating personalized, easy, and surprising experiences for patients, citing personal stories from his own cancer journey. Shawn highlights how PatientPoint uses content to drive behavior change, offering educational and entertaining material that simplifies healthcare processes for patients. Looking ahead, he discusses his company's bold initiatives, such as expanding its innovation network and collaborating with industries outside of healthcare to transform the patient experience. Tune in and learn how PatientPoint is reimagining the future of healthcare by putting people at the heart of technology and design! Resources: Connect with and follow Shawn Nason on LinkedIn. Follow PatientPoint on LinkedIn and visit their website.

Monique Stevens is a Leadership and Professional Alignment Coach with over two decades of experience. She believes workplaces should nurture, develop, and inspire all team members to do their best work in ways that honor their individual strengths. Specializing in navigating brave conversations, she helps people at every career stage develop deeper self-awareness and a greater openness to new ways of being.In this summit interview, Monique shares  her most effective marketing strategy: heart-centered email marketing. She explains how shifting her mindset to view email as a way to connect—rather than a task—has transformed her business. By writing weekly, personal, story-driven emails that feel like love letters to her audience, she builds trust and deepens relationships. She emphasizes authenticity, storytelling, and sending direct, personalized messages during launches to genuinely connect with potential clients.To stay in touch and continue learning from Monique, get her FREE Resource: Should I Quit or Recommit? This freebie is a guide and private podcast designed to help you gain clarity when you're at a career crossroads. Through guided reflection and a practical framework, it supports you in deciding whether to reinvest in your current role or explore new opportunities. Join Monique's Email List: www.pivotpointeconsulting.com/contact-1Follow her on Instagram: @moniquesstevensLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/monique-stevens-262b3015Visit her website: www.pivotpointeconsulting.com

This week on the KORE Women Podcast, Dr. Summer Watson welcomes Regina Huber, CEO of Transform Your Performance, international speaker, and author of "Speak Up, Stand Out and Shine and Living My Freakin' Amazing Life." With a career spanning five continents, Regina shares what it takes to lead with boldness, heart, and authenticity. From BCG to global entrepreneurship, she brings wisdom, passion, and a multicultural perspective to the leadership table. Tune in to learn how to own your voice, lead with courage, and build a thriving, heart-centered life and career. You can follow Regina Huber on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and at: transformyourperformance.com and you can find her books on Amazon!  Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. You can also learn more about the host, Dr. Summer Watson and KORE Women at: www.korewomen.com You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, and her Community Empowerment and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening! Please share this podcast with your family and friends. #KOREWomenPodcast #HeartCenteredLeadership #GlobalLeadership

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into how heart-centered leaders, founders, and professionals can bridge the gap between their vision and reality.Aziza Ransome, PsyM is the founder of Psychology of The Heart. Success shouldn't come at the expense of self. Whether navigating business, leadership, or life itself, true fulfillment happens when ambition aligns with authenticity—where work and well-being fuel each other, not compete.Aziza Ransome, a strategist, consultant, and coach, helps heart-centered leaders, founders, and professionals bridge the gap between vision and reality. With nearly a decade in leadership and organizational psychology, she guides clients through growth, clarity, and intentional action—ensuring both business and life feel purposeful, sustainable, and aligned.Through her work at Psychology of The Heart, Aziza supports women in:✨ Refining business structures and life routines to create ease, flow, and expansion✨ Designing success in a way that feels both fulfilling and sustainable—professionally and personally✨ Creating a rhythm where career, business, and daily life align with who they truly areBecause the way we structure our time, energy, and focus shapes everything—from the way we lead to the way we live.If you're feeling pulled between success and sustainability, ambition and balance, Aziza helps clients move beyond burnout and into clarity—where both work and life feel like their own again.Connect with Aziza Here: Threads: https://www.threads.net/@psychologyoftheheart Instagram: @psychologyoftheheart - https://instagram.com/psychologyoftheheart@poth.podcast - https://instagram.com/poth.podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Psychology-of-The-Heart/61562048258961/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aziza-ransomehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/psychology-of-the-heart/https://psychologyoftheheart.com/Grab the freebie here: subscribepage.io/breaking-free-from-hustle-culture-guide===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

Hey there, it's Jody Agard. For years, I looked outside of myself for love and validation, until I realized the love I was searching for had to come from within. Today's meditation is an invitation to turn that love inward, to soften, and to embrace yourself fully. So, take a deep breath, place a hand over your heart, and let's begin. Xo, Jody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know your heart contains 40,000 neurons? Your heart can sense things that your logical brain simply can't–and tapping into that intelligence can help you make better decisions for your business.    Leyla Salvadé is a Heart Intelligence expert and founder of Standing Light™, a company empowering humanity through heart-centered education and events. As a Heartfulness Therapist at an exclusive clinic in Zurich, she guides royalty, billionaires, and visionaries on journeys of healing and self-regulation. Creator of The Standing Light Method™, the world's first heart workout, Leyla bridges science and spirituality to unlock the heart's potential, inspiring individuals to shift from a head-based mentality to a heart-empowered reality. The Power of the Heart There are three brains in the body: the head, the gut, and the heart. Many entrepreneurs are caught up in the head (logic, judging, analytical reasoning) and gut (instinct). The downside of overlying on logic is that our brains operate based on memory, and our memories are often based on fear or trauma. The heart brain, which contains 40,000 neurons, is responsible for intuition–the most underutilized resource for most people.  Luckily, the heart is also a muscle. Like any muscle, the more you train it, the stronger and more intelligent it becomes. Leyla's Standing Light Method guides people back into the heart and creates coherence between the head and the heart. How to Develop Your Heart Intelligence To make better decisions and lead a healthy life, you need to have a strong relationship with your inner self (your heart).  One easy way to connect with your intuition on a daily basis is to practice placing your hands on your heart as soon as you wake up. Feel your heartbeat. Slow down and tune in until you can really hear it. Practice gratitude for your heart, the organ responsible for keeping you alive and the seat of so much inner wisdom. Enjoy this episode with Leyla Salvadé… Soundbytes 10:45-11:50 “So ultimately, we have three brains in the body. We've got the head brain, which in our current society is the All-Knowing King. And then we've got the heart brain, and then the gut brain, and the intelligence of the head brain is logic, and we need that. We need that intellectual logic that deciphers and judges and assesses is this good, is this bad, is this wrong, is it right? The Heart Brain, its intelligence is intuition, and then the gut brain is instinct.”  13:49-14:02 “The future is heart, but without understanding that the heart has its own brain, people would assume that it's just all very airy and beautiful, but that's not fact. That's not the truth. It's a matter of training this heart intelligence, which is also a muscle, and just like any muscle, the more you train it, the stronger it becomes, and the more intelligent it becomes.” Quotes “I was always on a mission to make the world a better place.” “It was the transmutation, the alchemization of my deepest pain point into my greatest healing, and I knew I needed to share this with the world, and that that was my destiny.”  “Logic will get you into the door, but intuition will keep you in the room.” “Emotions are energy in motion.” “You don't need anything outside of yourself to have the deepest transformational experience.” Links mentioned in this episode: From Our Guest Website: https://www.standinglight.com/  Connect with Leyla Salvadé on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leylasalvade/  Connect with brandiD Download our free guide to learn 16 crucial website updates that attract more leads and convert visitors into clients: https://thebrandid.com/website-tweaks/ Ready to elevate your digital presence with a powerful brand or website? Contact us here: https://thebrandid.com/contact-form/  

Join me, Gloria Lybecker, and co-host Gail Donahue as we explore how to stay centered during life's busy and unpredictable moments. Whether it's juggling responsibilities or handling unexpected triggers, we discuss how slowing down and reconnecting with our heart can help us manage even the most chaotic situations. Tune in for insights on recognizing patterns, practicing self-compassion, and realigning with our true selves. ***** *Are you ready to transform your shadow beliefs into empowered actions? Take your first step now: Gloria Lybecker: www.glorialybecker.com  Gail Donohue: www.gaildonohuecoaching.com …  [The Healing You Method - Episode 274]  #thehealingyoumethod #healingyouwithgloria #LifeTransitions #SelfCompassion #HeartCenteredLiving #MindfulPresence

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In this episode of Unleashing You, I sit down with Amanda from Northwoods Creative and Marketing to explore her incredible journey from 13 years in corporate to running her own thriving business. Amanda opens up about the highs and lows of working for the same company for over a decade, the emotional toll of constant change, and the pivotal moment when she realized it was time to step away and follow her own path.We dive into the challenges of leaving behind the comfort of a secure job, the fear of starting fresh, and the divine timing that guided Amanda toward success. From navigating uncertainty to building a business that reflects her passion and purpose, Amanda's story is both inspiring and deeply relatable. If you've ever felt stuck in your career or wondered if it's time to make a bold move, this episode will give you the motivation and confidence to trust your gut and take that leap.

The Care Advocates is brought to you by the All Home Care Matters Media team and focuses on providing family caregivers and their loved ones with support, resources, and discussion on the issues facing them in the matrix of long-term care. The Care Advocates are honored to welcome, Sherrell D. Mims as guest to the show.   About Sherrell D. Mims:   Evangelist Sherrell D. Mims known as the "Queen of Empowering Caregivers" is a bestselling author and contributor of several books that have captivated readers worldwide. Also known for her brand Ms. Sherrell Speaks, the speaker has shared her story as a teacher, caregiver, and entrepreneur. Her book entitled "I Will Wait Until Morning: A Caregiver's Memoir on Assisting a Loved One with Cancer", captured millions of readers as Sherrell went deeper into her personal journey and experiences. Sherrell's latest Amazon #1 Bestsellers; "A Caregiver's Expression: Mother's Day Anthology, Volume 1 and For the Love of Caregiving" sweeps the nation with a Heart-Centered anthologies geared towards caregivers.   Additionally, Sherrell is a Registered Nurse of two decades and counting; the visionary of Global Caregivers Network LLC and Chief Executive Officer of Global Caregiver Speakers. Sherrell's Motto: "We Love Our Global Caregivers and Speakers."   About Lance A. Slatton - The Senior Care Influencer:   Lance A. Slatton is an author, writer, host, producer, healthcare professional for over 20 years, and renownedly known as "The Senior Care Influencer".   Lance A. Slatton is the host of the Award-Winning podcast & YouTube show All Home Care Matters. He is also a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI.   Lance was named as "50 under 50" for 2023 and received the distinction as the Top Influencer for Healthcare and Advocacy for 2024. Lance is also a columnist for multiple healthcare and news websites and and is the author of the award winning book "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide".   About Sharon's Son, George:   Dr. George Ackerman (Sharon's son) is from Brooklyn, N.Y. Now residing in Florida, he works in the fields of law, police, and education.   George lost his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman on 1/1/2020 due to Parkinson's Disease. George wanted to honor his mother and continue to help in the Parkinson's awareness cause and did not know how to bring change.   George started TogetherForSharon® as a family for the purpose of keeping his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman's, memory alive and to share the message of Parkinson's Awareness and hope for a cure.

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Get Tia's Book on AMAZON- Obsessed With Mindful EatingGet Obsessed with the art of mindful eating and living with Mika, Jules, and o Tia, who is affectionately known as our "mindfulness queen." As the author of "Obsessed with Mindful Eating," Tia explores the importance of being fully present in our daily lives, especially when it comes to our relationship with food. We'll discuss the challenges and benefits of maintaining mindfulness amidst the chaos of modern life, share personal experiences, and offer practical tips on cultivating a mindful lifestyle. Whether it's savoring a delicious slice of pizza or navigating the complexities of everyday stress, this episode is your guide to embracing mindfulness as a tool for a healthier, more fulfilling life. Don't miss the inspiring conversation filled with laughter, love, and valuable insights that can help you become more mindful. Tune in and get obsessed with living your best life!TIME STAMPS:00:00 "Mindfulness: Present Moment Alignment"04:51 Childlike Excitement and Mindfulness06:44 Childlike Presence and Resilience09:56 Mindfulness: A Tool for Mental Health14:40 Graceful Healthy Eating Habits18:32 Seek Professional Help for Health Choices22:22 Useful Apps for Cooking Guidance25:14 Lifestyle Shift to Healthy Living26:47 "Mindfulness and Daily Practice"

Your heart holds a quiet, yet profound intelligence—one that does more than simply keep you alive. More than just a pump, your heart is an incredible source of wisdom, capable of influencing your emotions, thoughts, and even your nervous system. In this episode of Somatic Healing Meditations, you'll be guided through a Heart-Centered Body Scan Meditation—a gentle yet profound practice designed to help you drop into your body and connect with your heart. By shifting your awareness from overthinking to deep feeling, this meditation will help you to soften, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with the true essence of you held deep within your heart. If you're feeling stressed, disconnected, or longing for a sense of inner peace, this meditation will help you come home to yourself—to a place of warmth, presence, and profound self-compassion.

Our 2025 Daily edition of the Heart Centered planner revived a simple exercise called the What I Trust list.  So for this episode of With Love, Danielle we are reaching back into the archives and choosing this episode as a BEST OF. Instead of mustering bravado about things that we hope are true, root into what we viscerally know we can rely on. This is an effective way to dissolve your anxiety and balance your nervous system. So, what do you trust? Focus on the present. The point of this exercise is to access the trust that you already have. It's unwavering and true for you. This is not about building new trust or visualizing outcomes. We're concentrating on what is currently working. Write it out. It's helpful that your “What I Trust” List be written out, not typed up. The movement, hand to vision, helps your psyche to feel the comfort. Imagine your mind is like a lung, inhaling and exhaling as you list out what you're trusting. And/or… Speak it out. If you're an auditory-learner, speak it out. Leave yourself a voicemail, or record a voice memo on your mobile, or talk to yourself. Kindly. Do not underestimate how impactful this can be. Stream your consciousness. Just let it pour out—but, again, don't include things on your list that you don't fully have trust in. It's okay if your list is short—brevity is better than bravado. Be really obvious if you need to be. Nothing is too great or too small to put your trust in. Sometimes the most basic things will give you a boost, especially if you're finding it difficult to think of things that you fully trust. Intentionally access what you know to be positive and true. That sureness builds a bridge to more Joy and power. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The 2025 Heart Centered Planner: Align your life with Love and ease. It's never too late to get started. We have an undated version of the planner available. Use PODPLANNER10 for 10% off at daniellelaporte.com/shop. Learn more about balancing your nervous system by taking our quiz and finding your default stress response. https://daniellelaporte.com/stressquiz

June An is the founder of The Group, the anti-networking networking community that is taking over San Diego. This heart-centered community was born from the triumphs and trials of his own entrepreneurial journey. Inspired by his experiences, June founded The Group with a clear mission: to empower individuals to overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams with renewed hope and determination. The Group is more than just a community; it's a place where dreams are nurtured and people come together to achieve their full potential—both personally and professionally.Expect to learn: What most people get wrong about building community Why June has coffee with 1-5 new people every day Why he wakes up at 2:30 am every morning The secret to making people want to be around youAnd much more. This conversation was so much fun. June has been such a positive influence in my life and he has so much wisdom to share about business, building community, and leading from the heart. Enjoy!Shownotes:https://www.thegroupcoastal.com/https://www.instagram.com/thegroupsd/For more Dare to Dream content find us on:Apple Podcasts:⁠ ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dare-to-dream-podcast/id1522983890⁠⁠Spotify:⁠ ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/599zlweDDcmXP5YhOX6TFw⁠⁠YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoimyPFCjO_qrJhH4ALafcA⁠⁠Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thedaretodreampodcast/⁠⁠Join Gregory's Newsletter - Live a Story Worth Telling:⁠ ⁠⁠https://liveastoryworthtelling.gregoryrussellbenedikt.com/laswt⁠If you're feeling empty despite your “success”, book a discovery call with Gregory:⁠ https://calendly.com/gregoryrussellbenedikt-1/discovery-call⁠Vincent's Book, When the Sky Opens and the Answers Shimmer: https://www.amazon.com/When-Sky-Opens-Answers-Shimmer/dp/B0DSQ7MYRZ?ref_=ast_author_dpFor Vincent's writing, travel photography, and more, check out:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://vincentvanpatten.com/⁠⁠Join Vincent's Newsletter - Citoyens du Monde:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://vincentvanpatten.ck.page/⁠⁠

One of the foundational Heart Centered perspectives for life + leadership is that every relationship is a Divine assignment and an opportunity to learn and heal. Relationships help us connect with our Higher Selves, and become more authentic, Loving, and Compassionate. They can bring unconscious issues to the surface, allowing us to address and heal them.  And that's why we chose this episode of With Love, Danielle as a BEST OF episode.  In this episode Danielle shares five questions to help you embody Compassion and Truth, including our favourite: how can I Love my way through? What would happen if you asked yourself this question when you're feeling on edge with someone? How would your relationship change? What divisiveness would melt? Download the 5 RELATIONSHIP REFLECTION QUESTIONS––these are inside the Heart Centered Planner. They appear every three months and they might melt your heart, stop a fight from happening, or multiply your appreciation for all the Love in your life and the world. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Relationship Reflection from the 2025 Heart Centered Planner is available for download here. The 2025 Heart Centered Planner: Align your life with Love and ease. It's never too late to get started. We have an undated version of the planner available. Use PODPLANNER10 for 10% off at daniellelaporte.com/shop.

I am so excited for my guest today, Jenn Smith. Jenn and I met in a very interesting way. Jenn was listening to the Brave Women at Work Podcast, especially the show with Heather Eck. This show was just rebroadcast as the best of 2024 episode on 12/26/2024. If you haven't listened to that one, you must go back and check it out!Jenn was intrigued by my conversation with Heather, an artist with the amazing story of owning her gift of synesthesia, or the mixing of the senses. Heather is a former HR professional who bravely left the corporate world to pursue her work as an artist and specifically to own her ability to heal with color. She intuitively sees people as colors and creates prescriptive Spirit Portraits to help her clients. My portrait is magenta, gold, and violet, and is so beautiful! After the podcast, Jenn got her own spirit portrait and asked to connect with me via Heather. And the rest is history!During my conversation with Jenn, we chatted about:What does flourishing in your career mean?What are the signs you need a career change, whether that it inside or outside your organization?What is HEART centered career planning? What does H.E.A.R.T. stand for?What is the Gathering Ground?What about the Greenhouse? What is that?What is five minutes to flourish? Jen tells us all about her treehouse and why she has themed her business with nature or growth terminology.Resources:Brave Women at Work: https://bravewomenatwork.com/The Flourish Careers Podcast Podcast - Apple PodcastsCareer Coaching, Career Change Coaching, for Professionals, and HR Consulting for Business Leaders, Flourish Careers LLCBrave Women at Work Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bravewomenatwork

We've been talking a lot about habits and rituals lately in our Heart Centered Membership community and classes. And our new Heart Centered planner includes a “habit tracker.” ‘Tis the season, right?  But before we jump into optimization mode, we need to look beneath the surface into our psyche to examine what's really up when we wake up. And that's what most productivity methods miss—our history with mornings. And that's why we chose this episode of With Love, Danielle as a BEST OF episode.  Danielle explains how she created her own therapeutic approach to mornings because “morning mindfulness is how you activate your superpowers.” It sets up how the rest of your day (and your life) unfolds, so let's take a deeper, psychological look. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Heart Centered Planner. Use PODPLANNER10 for 10% off at daniellelaporte.com/shop. The Heart Centered Membership is a support system for your body-mind-spirit—and your work in the world. Get on the waitlist here to be first to know when doors open.

Celebrate the true New Year with Danielle as she delves into why January 1st doesn't resonate with your body or your soul. No matter what hemisphere you're in, you're likely not feeling new year, new you vibes on January 1. Instead of hacking it or crushing it, how about being the conscious creator while being fully supported by the energies of the planets and Mother Nature?  In this episode, you'll learn about:  The historical context of calendars, including the Gregorian calendar and its divergence from natural cycles.  Significance of the Lunar New Year and its alignment with planetary cycles. The Vision Builder practice, a holistic life planning, that is a non-neurotic approach to goal setting and manifesting. Danielle also answers three questions from listeners and Heart Centered members—beautiful and juicy questions about her end of the year ritual and practices, mantras and nourishing thoughts, and how resistance is a sign of change.  She ends the episode with the Metta Bhavana prayer since it's an important component of the Vision Builder practice. It guides us to a place of Compassion and Loving Kindness so we can create a vibrant year. 00:00 Introduction and Lunar New Year 01:15 Vision Builder Details 03:54 Understanding Solar and Lunar Calendars 09:32 Personal Reflections and Practices 11:25 Q&A: Rituals and Practices for Ending and Starting the Year 15:37 Q&A: Mantras and Nourishing Thoughts 21:41 Q&A: Resistance and Change 27:32 Closing Thoughts and Metta Bhavana Prayer MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Connie Whitman started her career at Chrysler Credit as a leasing specialist, where her natural talent for sales emerged through her client-focused, educational approach. With an MBA, financial licenses, and a passion for empowering others, Connie is redefining sales as a helpful, value-driven profession. She's on a mission to inspire sales professionals to lead with authenticity, trust, and care.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Selling from the Heart Podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy welcome Connie Whitman to discuss the transformative power of heart-centered, client-focused sales. Connie introduces her CPR method—Consistent, Persistent, Respectful follow-ups—and shares actionable strategies to build trust, deepen client relationships, and elevate sales success. Packed with practical insights and inspiration, this episode is a must-listen for sales professionals who want to embrace authenticity and redefine their approach to sales.KEY TAKEAWAYSAuthenticity in Sales: True success comes from leading with trust, care, and authenticity in every interaction.Consultative Sales Approach: Focus on educating and guiding clients, putting their needs above pushing transactions.CPR Method: The Consistent, Persistent, Respectful follow-up method is crucial for nurturing strong client relationships.Preparation is Crucial: Demonstrating preparation shows clients their value and builds deeper connections.Client-Centric Mindset: Prioritizing client needs fosters loyalty, referrals, and sustainable sales success.QUOTES TO REMEMBER"If you're not selling from love, care, and respect, please stop because you're doing it wrong." — Connie Whitman"Transactions become an obsolete way of thinking when you sell from the heart." — Larry Levine"Seek to understand before being understood." — Connie WhitmanConnect with Connie WhitmanConnie's LinkedIn.Connect with Larry and DarrellDarrell Amy's LinkedInLarry Levine's LinkedInSelling from the Heart websiteADDITIONAL RESOURCES:Explore the secrets of heart-centered leadership and thriving workplace cultures with Culture from the Heart Podcast—nominate a visionary CEO at www.culturefromtheheart.com!Order Larry Levine's book, Selling in a Post-Trust World! Get it on Barnes & Noble and access exclusive content!SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE CHANNEL!Stay updated with the latest episodes and leadership tips: Selling from the Heart YouTubeGet Your Daily Dose of Inspiration:Click Here for Your Daily Dose

In this episode, Danielle offers a guided practice to let go of 9 common limiting thoughts.  With Danielle's encouragement and gentle suggestion, this practice can help us heal the thoughts that hold us back—like feeling unworthy, being overly responsible for our failures, the need to do everything alone, and many more. We start by getting Heart Centered together, then we bring our limiting thoughts to our heart space for transmutation and healing. And finally, they dissolve in the Loving space of our heart. Letting go of limiting thoughts is an awakening—it feels like relief and Love. For deeper inner healing, lean into the Soul Qualities of Forgiving and Compassion and welcome the expansion and freedom this practice can bring. Mentioned in this Episode: The Heart Centered Membership doors are opening on February 2—I'm so in love with this community. I'm mapping out 6-months of classes on healing anger and all kinds of spiritual essentials.

Today, I'm revisiting a section from my book How To Be Loving that explores the generosity of Source and how we are all guided by a loving, infinite force. Episode 151 of With Love, Danielle is about learning to align our actions with our Higher Selves. This is how we break cycles, build resiliency, and step into Heart Centered living. By making loving choices, we shift from confusion and pain to clarity and joy. Short, sweet, and powerful, let's dive in. With Love, Danielle ….. With Love, Danielle has moved to two days a week! Sunday episodes are prayerful, soulful, and usually promo-free — a balm for our collective hearts. MENTIONED IN EPISODE 151: