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Dying with Dignity with Elizabeth Uslander Jun 10, 2024

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Not all end-of-life experiences are alike. Death can come suddenly, or a person may linger in a near-death state. It's common to wonder what happens when someone is dying and how you can provide comfort and care. Elizabeth Uslander discusses end of life care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Elizabeth is the co-founder of Empowered Endings and co-author of Exploring Your End of Life Options.

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Healing from Trauma with Dr. Stephanie Covington Jun 03, 2024

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Most people experience a traumatic event at some point in their lives. While the symptoms of trauma usually improve over time, some people may experience lingering effects that don’t go away on their own and may interfere with their day-to-day lives. Dr. Stephanie Covington, a pioneer in the fields of addition, trauma, and recovery, talks about trauma and its impact. Dr. Covington is a clinician, author, and organizational consultant who has written many articles and books, including the best-selling recovery book, A Woman's Way through The Twelve Steps. Her new book is, Hidden Healers: The Unexpected Ways Women in Prison Help Each Other Survive.

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The Pursuit of Freedom with Marie Quintana May 27, 2024

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Marie Quintana experienced an emotional roller coaster when her family left behind everything that was familiar and embarked on an uncharted path to a new country. Guided by her faith and sense of purpose, Marie built a remarkable career, attaining executive leadership positions in some of the world’s biggest corporations. She discusses how she was able to create her identity in an unfamiliar life. Marie has had a 30-year career in corporate America, holding key positions at companies like Tenet Healthcare, PepsiCo, Perot Systems, and IBM. She is recognized as one of the Top 50 Hispanic Women in Business by Hispanic Business Magazine. Committed to fostering future women leaders, Marie co-founded the PepsiCo Women of Color Alliance and served on the founding board of the Network of Executive Women. She is the author of the book, Last Flight from Havana.

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Managing Perfectionism with Dr. Greg Chasson May 20, 2024

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

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Freeing Yourself from Pain and Suffering with Bob Gardner May 13, 2024

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

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Making the Shift to a Divinely Inspired Life with Suzanne Giesemann May 06, 2024

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

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Understanding Your Dreams with Theresa Cheung Apr 29, 2024

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

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How to Uplevel Your Game with Eric Cogorno Apr 22, 2024

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If you are an entrepreneur, you may be frustrated when trying to grow your business. You may even be struggling to keep it alive. But with the right elements, your small business today might just become a powerhouse tomorrow. Performance coach, Eric Cogorno, took his business from $80,000 a year teaching one-on-one golf lessons by the hour, to a multi-million dollar golf instruction brand. In the process, he transformed his entire lifestyle and now has the freedom to work whenever and wherever he chooses. Eric discusses how he experienced tremendous business growth by developing personal relationships that ensure success. Eric is the founder of Cogorno Golf.

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The GAIN Method for Self Care with Dr. Greg Hammer Apr 15, 2024

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Many people today are struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout. Dr. Greg Hammer contends that there is a path toward personal resilience that can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, in just a few minutes a day. He talks about his GAIN method for self care that he says can improve mental, emotional, and physical health. Dr. Hammer is a Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, Physician, Best-Selling Author, and Mindfulness Expert. He is the author of the book, GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals.

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Future Proofing Your Brain with Dr. Tommy Wood Apr 08, 2024

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

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