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“If we start and end our day with hope, and sprinkle hope throughout, we will be continually motivated to accomplish all our dreams.”

-Soraya

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“Be Convinced! Sharing Lifechanging Stories of Hope” with Soraya

Get a Big Dose of Hope in Just 30 Minutes!

Hope, along with the courage and confidence that arise from that hope, can be yours! For just 30 minutes, listen to each of these lifechanging stories of hope told by ordinary people who overcame life’s obstacles. Soraya engages people from various backgrounds who tell their inspiring stories of how they overcame challenges that wonderfully and often amazingly transformed their lives. She collects and enthusiastically shares their stories with the goal of encouraging, inspiring, and convincing you that we should all believe in, hope for, and work towards a better future for ourselves, our families, our communities, and the world.

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Ep. #200 - Communications Coach for Parents and Preteens, Marcus Aurelius Higgs Wants to Help Parents Develop Meaningful Relationships with Their Children

My guest Marcus Aurelius Higgs is a communications coach for parents of preteens ages 10-14 years old. He knows how important those years are as he taught children in that age group.

My guest Marcus Aurelius Higgs is a communications coach for parents of preteens ages 10-14 years old. He knows how important those years are as he taught children in that age group. And, he understands what it means for parents to have meaningful relationships with their children as these are critical identity forming years.  He developed the successful Showup Framework that he discusses in the podcast and has various workshops available on his website.

Website: www.marcushiggs.com

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcushiggs/

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Ep. #199 - Logan Hufford Assists Men to Recover from Sexual Addiction Through a Christ-centered Recovery Program

My guest is Logan Hufford has been involved for many years with a Christ-centered 12 step recovery and coaching program for sexual addiction.  Logan shares his personal story of being addicted for years to pornography, numerous affairs with women, and even hiring prostitutes.

My guest is Logan Hufford has been involved for many years with a Christ-centered 12 step recovery and coaching program for sexual addiction.  Logan shares his personal story of being addicted for years to pornography, numerous affairs with women, and even hiring prostitutes.  And, all this is despite the fact that he has been married and has 4 children.  Logan shares about how in 2016, God led him to a Christian recovery program named Prodigals, and he has been a part of that program both as a member and now as a leader to help other men.  It was a long, difficult journey for him but he did not give up, leading to the reunification with his wife and children.  He strongly believes his mission is to share with others about his recovery and coach other men to recovery through this successful Christ-centered program.

Website:  https://www.prodigalsofalaska.com/

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/no.longer.in.bondage?igsh=MWl6d3B0NzE0Y2ltdQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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Ep. #198 - Serial Entrepreneur and Podcaster Ande Lyons is Passionate About Helping You Reimagine and Repurpose Your Life at Any Age

My guest Ande Lyons is all about pro-aging and positive aging so that we do not allow our age to determine our abilities and capabilities.  She’s a serial entrepreneur who founded 4 businesses and has mentored startups all over the world.  She has also been a serial podcaster since 2012, with her current podcast titled Don’t’ Be Caged By Your Age

My guest Ande Lyons is all about pro-aging and positive aging so that we do not allow our age to determine our abilities and capabilities.  She’s a serial entrepreneur who founded 4 businesses and has mentored startups all over the world.  She has also been a serial podcaster since 2012, with her current podcast titled Don’t’ Be Caged By Your Age.  Kim is passionate about helping you reimagine and repurpose your lived experiences for a vibrant life at any age.

Website:   https://www.dontbecagedbyyourage.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ande.lyons

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/

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Ep. #197 - Health Coach Kim Rahir Wants to Help Women 50 and Older Reactivate and Rebuild Muscle and Take Back Their Lives

Kim Rahir is a 60-year-old health coach and mother of 3, who specializes in working with women who are in their midlife years.  Kim shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with MS about 10 years ago.  She was determined to do all she could to beat the diagnosis and started exercising, especially using weights.  Kim eventually left her journalism career when she was in her 50s and became a health coach for middle aged women.

Kim Rahir is a 60-year-old health coach and mother of 3, who specializes in working with women who are in their midlife years.  Kim shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with MS about 10 years ago.  She was determined to do all she could to beat the diagnosis and started exercising, especially using weights.  Kim eventually left her journalism career when she was in her 50s and became a health coach for middle aged women.  She focuses on helping women to reactivate and rebuild muscle as this is critical for women to build strength and regain their mobility and eventually take back their lives.  Her certifications are numerous, including as a personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist, nutrition coach, buff bones osteoporosis exercise instructor, and kettle bell instructor.

Website: https://kimrahir.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/kim.rahir/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kim.rahir/

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Ep. #196 - Prolific Author, Motivational Speaker and Coach Danny Brassell is on a Mission to Bring Joy Back to Education and the Workplace

Dr. Danny Brassell is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, author and coach. 

Danny was an inner-city teacher for many years and was involved with students from elementary to high school.  He then became an educational advisor.  He earned a journalism degree from American University and then a master’s degree and eventually a PH. D in education. 

Dr. Danny Brassell is a highly sought-after motivational speaker, author and coach. 

Danny was an inner-city teacher for many years and was involved with students from elementary to high school.  He then became an educational advisor.  He earned a journalism degree from American University and then a master’s degree and eventually a PH. D in education.  Danny is on a mission to bring joy back to education and the workplace by showing us how to increase our influence through powerful communication skills.  He is a prolific author having written 16 books, with the most recent being Leadership Begins with Motivation and Bring Joy Back to Education.  He is also offering a free gift to my listening audience by going to www.freegiftfromdanny.com.

Book: Leadership Begins with Motivation and Bring Joy Back to Education

Website: https://www.dannybrassell.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DannyBrassell

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realDannyBrassell

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybrassell/

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Ep. #195 - Dr. David Chotka Seeks to Equip Christians with Knowledge of Healing Prayer

Dr. David Chotka is a prolific Christian writer who holds a PhD in spiritual theology.  He is also the Founder and Director of Spirit-Equip Ministries, which trains and equips Christians and gives them the steps they need for a successful spiritual life.  His recent book is co-authored with Dr. Maxie Dunnam and is titled Healing Prayer- God’s Idea for Restoring Body, Mind and Spirit.

Dr. David Chotka is a prolific Christian writer who holds a PhD in spiritual theology.  He is also the Founder and Director of Spirit-Equip Ministries, which trains and equips Christians and gives them the steps they need for a successful spiritual life.  His recent book is co-authored with Dr. Maxie Dunnam and is titled Healing Prayer- God’s Idea for Restoring Body, Mind and Spirit.  In it, they share biblical principles with practical applications of boldly praying for healing. Together, they have extensive experience and knowledge gained through 90 years of ministry and study, and provide answers to such questions as: 

Does God still heal today? How does He heal? What role are Christians to play as part of the healing process?

Dr. Chotka has provided us below with a free link to download the first chapter in their book.

Book: Healing Prayer- God’s Idea for Restoring Body, Mind and Spirit

Website:  http://www.spiritequip.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SpiritEquip

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/david_chotka/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-chotka-at-spirit-equip/

Link to free first chapter of book: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FdIWuvZnK-erPNho3FGUgccpZghC9VyZ/view?usp=sharing

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Ep. #194 - Executive Coach and Author Jonathan Tuteur Shares His Journey of Challenges and Triumphs with Epilepsy

Jonathan Tuteur is an executive coach, management consultant, speaker, and author.  Although he had a rare complication at birth as the youngest of triplets, he lived a normal life. He obtained his BA degree in Business Administration with a double concentration in Human Resource Management and Information Systems and a minor in psychology.  He also holds an executive certificate in leadership coaching from Georgetown University.

Jonathan Tuteur is an executive coach, management consultant, speaker, and author.  Although he had a rare complication at birth as the youngest of triplets, he lived a normal life. He obtained his BA degree in Business Administration with a double concentration in Human Resource Management and Information Systems and a minor in psychology.  He also holds an executive certificate in leadership coaching from Georgetown University.  Jon shares how when he was 30 years old, he started experiencing seizures and eventually had three brain surgeries.  These surgeries along with medication have allowed him to control the effects of the disease. Jon is passionate about helping people grow and become successful leaders, and his coaching clients include individuals at all levels, from emerging leaders to senior executives. His book is titled Seizing Today – Discovering Purpose and Authenticity in a Life-Changing Diagnosis.  Jon shares how epilepsy affects 1 in 26 persons and 4% of the world’s population. He hopes to break the stigma and misunderstanding of this disease.

Book: Seizing Today – Discovering Purpose and Authenticity in a Life-Changing Diagnosis

Website: https://www.jontuteur.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-tuteur/

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Ep. #193 - Author and Speaker Cheryl Mason Shares Her Passion for Innovative Leadership Development

Cheryl Mason is an author, speaker and what she describes as the “chief catalyst” at Catalyst Leadership Management, her own innovative company. Her educational and professional backgrounds are exemplary.  She earned a BA in psychology and political science and a law degree.

Cheryl Mason is an author, speaker and what she describes as the “chief catalyst” at Catalyst Leadership Management, her own innovative company. Her educational and professional backgrounds are exemplary.  She earned a BA in psychology and political science and a law degree. Cheryl defied all odds by becoming the first woman and military spouse Chairman of the Board of Veterans’ Appeals at the Department of Veterans Affairs.  In her book titled Dare to Relate: Leading with a Fierce Heart, she shares her journey as a multiple suicide survivor, as both her father, who was a WWII veteran, and her older brother died by suicide. She describes how her experiences have empowered her to embrace unconventional and successful leadership. Cherly provides leadership development and organizational consulting, including strategies to help with improving interpersonal skills, networking, and diversity and equity issues.

Book:  Dare to Relate: Leading with a Fierce Heart

Website:   https://catalystleadershipmgmt.com/

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/catalystleadershipmgmt

Instagram:  http://www.instagram.com/cherimason17_author

LinkedIn:  http://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-cheryl-mason-publicspeaker

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Ep. #192 - Children’s Author and Adoring Grandmother Carol LaBov Makes a Positive Impact on Those Who Have Speech Challenges

Carol LaBov is a loving wife of 46 years and an adoring grandmother. She has been an avid reader since childhood and eventually majored in English in college.  When her second grandson Cooper began having speech challenges, she was there to help and support him and his parents. 

Carol LaBov is a loving wife of 46 years and an adoring grandmother. She has been an avid reader since childhood and eventually majored in English in college.  When her second grandson Cooper began having speech challenges, she was there to help and support him and his parents.  She wrote a book to encourage him and others to grow beyond their problems. The book is titled The Caveboy Who Would Be President and it tells the story of a boy with speech challenges.  It is filled with messages of love and acceptance.  Carol especially wants to impact children, families, therapists and teachers whose lives are affected in one way or another by speech challenges.

Book: The Caveboy Who Would Be President

Website: https://www.labov.com; https://caveboybook.com

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/carollabov/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carollabov/

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Ep. #191 - Faith-Based Author and Personal Coach Danielle Bernock Encourages Older Adults to Live Vibrant Lives

Danielle Bernock is an award-winning, faith-based author, speaker and personal coach who is passionate about helping those of us who are 50 and older live courageous, victorious, and vibrant lives.  Danielle shares her story of surviving childhood trauma.  She tells us that childhood trauma is an epidemic and adults often diminish it or fail to recognize how it has affected their lives.

Danielle Bernock is an award-winning, faith-based author, speaker and personal coach who is passionate about helping those of us who are 50 and older live courageous, victorious, and vibrant lives.  Danielle shares her story of surviving childhood trauma.  She tells us that childhood trauma is an epidemic and adults often diminish it or fail to recognize how it has affected their lives. Often, unhealthy coping leads to alcoholism or drug addiction. She is the author of 5 books including Emerging with Wings: A True Story of Lies, Pain and the Love that Heals and Because You Matter.   On her website, she offers a free trauma assessment as well as a 7-day challenge and coaching, speaking, and workshop opportunities.

Book:  Emerging with Wings: A True Story of Lies, Pain and the Love that Heals; and Because You Matter

Website: https://www.daniellebernock.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniellebernock/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dbernock/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebernock/

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Ep. #190 - Confidence and Self-Worth Expert Sharon Hughes is Passionate About Helping Women Grow Through Faith-based Strategies

My guest Sharon Hughes is not only an award-winning author but also a confidence and self-worth expert, coach, and speaker.  Sharon was not always confident and filled with self-worth though. She shares with us how she grew up with a lot of abuse. 

My guest Sharon Hughes is not only an award-winning author but also a confidence and self-worth expert, coach, and speaker.  Sharon was not always confident and filled with self-worth though. She shares with us how she grew up with a lot of abuse.  Then, when she was 16 years old, she went to a party where she was given a drink with drugs, unbeknownst to her.  She ended up being physically assaulted in a garage. Eventually, when she was 17, her father kicked her out of the house.  Sharon was able to pick herself up and started her own business that became internationally known for home décor.  Her book is titled The Girl in the Garage: 3 Steps to Letting Go of Your Past.  Sharon is passionate about helping women grow and develop through her faith-based confidence and self-worth strategies.

Book: The Girl in the Garage: 3 Steps to Letting Go of Your Past

Website:  http://sharonhughes.net/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/CalledtoConfidence

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sharonhughesofficial/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-hughes-speaker/

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Ep. #189 - Experienced Pilates Teacher Beth Sandlin Shares How She Incorporates Pilates into a Holistic Approach to Total Wellness

My guest Beth Sandlin has been an experienced Pilates teacher for over 20 years and the founder of Trifecta Pilates. Beth shares how she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia – a form of cancer - when she was just 20 years old. Thankfully, after 5 years, she was in complete remission. She enjoyed exercising but it was not until she read the book

Return to Life Through Contrology

by Joseph Pilates that she realized that Pilates was not only a good exercise workout, but also a complete lifestyle system that can help you live your life to the fullest.

My guest Beth Sandlin has been an experienced Pilates teacher for over 20 years and the founder of Trifecta Pilates. Beth shares how she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia – a form of cancer - when she was just 20 years old. Thankfully, after 5 years, she was in complete remission. She enjoyed exercising but it was not until she read the book Return to Life Through Contrology by Joseph Pilates that she realized that Pilates was not only a good exercise workout, but also a complete lifestyle system that can help you live your life to the fullest. She established her company Trifecta Pilates to take the holistic approach that was promoted by Joseph Pilates and incorporate the latest knowledge of physical conditioning, the nervous system, and total wellness.  Her online classes and programs provide many options for members to learn, grow, and develop their best lives.

Website:   https://trifectapilates.com/

Facebook: http://facebook.com/trifectapilates

Instagram:  http://instagram.com/trifectapilates

YouTube: http://youtube.com/trifectapilates

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Ep. #188 - Successful Businessman Stephen Lagomarsino Shares Important Keys to Success for a Leader and In Life

My guest Stephen Lagomarsino or Steve Lags for short is an electrical engineer by profession and a very successful businessman. He grew up in a family in which both his father and grandfather were successful businessmen. As the oldest son, he felt pressured to perform well and meet their high expectations and suffered from anxiety and depression.

My guest Stephen Lagomarsino or Steve Lags for short is an electrical engineer by profession and a very successful businessman.  He grew up in a family in which both his father and grandfather were successful businessmen.  As the oldest son, he felt pressured to perform well and meet their high expectations and suffered from anxiety and depression.  After graduating from college, he joined his father in the family business TRC Electronics and eventually purchased his father’s share of the business.  He has been able to grow the company exponentially and propelled it to the forefront of the power distribution sector.  Steve’s passion is working with business leaders in leadership programs. He firmly believes that one of the main keys to success is personal empowerment as people can accomplish much more than they think.

Email: steve@stevelags.com

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stevelags

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevealags

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lagomarsino/

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Ep. #187 - Author, Entrepreneur and Coach David Ask Wants to Help You Discover Your Unique Self and Purpose

My guest David Ask is an author, entrepreneur, inventor, and coach. David was the driving force behind a product that is a thermostat guard called StatGuardPlus and is sold in such retail giants as Home Depot and Lowes.

My guest David Ask is an author, entrepreneur, inventor, and coach. David was the driving force behind a product that is a thermostat guard called StatGuardPlus and is sold in such retail giants as Home Depot and Lowes. His passion is working with groups to help each member become clear about who each person uniquely is and his or her unique purpose in life. His book is titled Working on One – The Guardians of Grit. He wrote it for dads to help them raise what he calls “uncrushable young people.”

Book: Working on One – The Guardians of Grit

Website: https://www.davidask.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.ask.18

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedavidask/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedavidask/

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Ep. #186 - Business Coach Alan Lazaros is Passionate About Meaningfully Impacting Entrepreneurs

Alan Lazaros is just in his mid-30s and already has many accomplishments under his belt. He is an engineer by profession who also has a master’s degree in business. He also is the CEO, founder, and peak performance business coach at Next Level University.

Alan Lazaros is just in his mid-30s and already has many accomplishments under his belt.  He is an engineer by profession who also has a master’s degree in business. He also is the CEO, founder, and peak performance business coach at Next Level University.  He partnered with Kevin Palmieri who is the CFO of the company and whom I interviewed previously for my podcast episode #81.  Alan likes to say that “he has a mission to help others create a life full of both success and fulfillment.” He shares with us about how his father died in a car accident at the young age of 28, when Alan was just 2 years old. Then Alan was himself in a near fatal car accident when he was 26.  He began questioning what his life’s purpose was and made the tough decision to leave his successful career in corporate America to start his own business so that he could help others get to the next level in their lives. He shares all that is offered at Next Level University and his passion to meaningfully impact entrepreneurs.

Website:  https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros

Instagram:  http://www.instagram.com/alazaros88

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc

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Ep. #185 - Life Coach Elena Brandner Uses Her Never-Give-Up Attitude to Help Others

Elena Brandner is a living testament to strength, resilience, and a determination to overcome. Elena shares with us how she was a high-level athlete and body builder, who excelled in sports, and was also studying to be a pharmacist. Then, about two years ago, she was in a car accident which left her paralyzed from the waist down.

Elena Brandner is a living testament to strength, resilience, and a determination to overcome.  Elena shares with us how she was a high-level athlete and body builder, who excelled in sports, and was also studying to be a pharmacist. Then, about two years ago, she was in a car accident which left her paralyzed from the waist down.  Due to her faith and the prayers and support from many in her community, she is defying the predictions that she would never walk again.  She tells us about her “never give up” attitude as well as the rigorous physical therapy routine that she does many times a week in order to achieve her goal of regaining her ability to walk.  She has become a life coach to help others with making mindset shifts and incorporate practices that are essential to achieving lasting lifestyle changes.

Instagram:  Flostate_recovery

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Ep. #184 - As the Side Hustle Coach, Fabienne Hansen Wants to Help You Build a Career That You Truly Love

Fabienne Hansen is also known as the “side hustle coach”. What is a side hustle? Fabienne describes it as dipping your toes into entrepreneurship while continuing with a full-time job. Fabienne shares her inspiring story about beating numerous personal and professional challenges. She decided that she wanted to help build the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders.

Fabienne Hansen is also known as the “side hustle coach”.  What is a side hustle? Fabienne describes it as dipping your toes into entrepreneurship while continuing with a full-time job.  Fabienne shares her inspiring story about beating numerous personal and professional challenges.  She decided that she wanted to help build the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders.  She asked herself “what if she could help others to build a career that they truly love, make a difference in the world, and monetize what they are passionate about?” She began by immersing herself in learning about the world’s best leaders. And, she spent many hours reading hundreds of books and participating in many different coaching programs. She also started on her own entrepreneurial journey by establishing a business. On her website, fabiennehansen.com, Fabienne offers the side hustle school and the side hustle playbook to help you accomplish your dreams of personal and financial freedom.

Website: https://fabiennehansen.com/

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/fabiennehansen_/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabiennehansen

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Ep. #183 - Mindset, Fitness and Nutrition Coach Charissa Halonen Shares the Fundamentals of Successful Self- Development

My guest Charissa Halonen is a mindset, fitness and nutrition coach who provides services with her husband online. She shares her years of struggling with bad relationships, obesity, and alcohol. Then, in 2014, she had a life-altering car accident that resulted in an undiagnosed brain injury that caused a complete personality change in her. It was not until 3 years later that her brain injury was confirmed as post concussive syndrome, and she began the road of treatment and recovery.

My guest Charissa Halonen is a mindset, fitness and nutrition coach who provides services with her husband online.  She shares her years of struggling with bad relationships, obesity, and alcohol.  Then, in 2014, she had a life-altering car accident that resulted in an undiagnosed brain injury that caused a complete personality change in her.  It was not until 3 years later that her brain injury was confirmed as post concussive syndrome, and she began the road of treatment and recovery.  Charissa shares how simple habits and disciplines can lead to huge successes for self-development. Her website is therelentlesscouple.wixsite.com, where she and her husband provide coaching on the fundamentals, which include mindset, nutrition, training, family, relationships, and habits.

Website: https://therelentlesscouple.wixsite.com/therelentlesscouple

Facebook:  the.relentless.couple

Instagram: the.relentless.couple

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Ep. #182 - President and Founder of Dignity Defense Institute, Nicole Smith, Shares Her Commitment to Upholding the Dignity of All Human Life

My guest is Nicole Smith, the founder of Dignity Defense Institute, a nonprofit organization that is committed to upholding the inherent dignity of every human life. For over a decade, Nicole worked on the communications side of human rights all over the world for a faith-based constitutional law firm. With a master’s degree in law and public policy and a sincere desire to bring about change, Nicole joined the fight for the child bride in Uganda and the persecuted religious minority in Iran among many others.

My guest is Nicole Smith, the founder of Dignity Defense Institute, a nonprofit organization that is committed to upholding the inherent dignity of every human life.  For over a decade, Nicole worked on the communications side of human rights all over the world for a faith-based constitutional law firm.  With a master’s degree in law and public policy and a sincere desire to bring about change, Nicole joined the fight for the child bride in Uganda and the persecuted religious minority in Iran among many others. Nicole shares about the difficult birth of her second daughter during Covid and the struggles and triumphs her family has had since her daughter was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy.  She has since established the Dignity Defense Institute and created 3 Centers in it – Center for the Disabled, Center for the Dignity of the Enslaved, and Center for the Dignity of the Unborn. The Institute provides an important bridge for support for those who face these challenges.

 

Website:  http://dignitydefense.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicoleMYSmith/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolemysmith/

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Ep. #181 - Dr. Tamar Lawful is on a Mission to Inspire Busy Women to Prioritize Their Health and Wellness

My guest is Dr. Tamar Lawful, who has been named one of the top 50 most influential pharmacists in the country. She has been a pharmacist for over 20 years and is the CEO and founder of LYFE Balance Inc. She is on a mission to inspire busy women to prioritize their health and wellness.

My guest is Dr. Tamar Lawful, who has been named one of the top 50 most influential pharmacists in the country.  She has been a pharmacist for over 20 years and is the CEO and founder of LYFE Balance Inc.  She is on a mission to inspire busy women to prioritize their health and wellness.  Dr. Tamar shares with us how she went through many struggles in her life, from pregnancy, to not sleeping enough, to hormone imbalance, just to name a few.  She says that she is not a normal pharmacist as she believes in the power of nourishment and self-care over a handful of pills.  Dr. Tamar developed a five-phase protocol which she used successfully on herself first, and now shares with others.  Her websites offer a genetic wellness blueprint that is specific to you and will help you make lasting health improvements, as well as on-demand digital modules and group coaching.  She shares how you can start your journey towards a long-lasting, sustainable health change.

Website: www.thelyfebalance.com; www.raisethescript.com

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/drtamarlawful

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtamarlawful/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtamarlawful/

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