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Lessons Learned in Life with Mitch Albom Aug 28, 2023

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Mitch Albom has written books that have made a difference in the lives of millions around the world. He is an internationally renowned and best-selling author, journalist, screenwriter, playwright, broadcaster and musician. Mitch’s books, which include Tuesdays with Morrie, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, and For One More Day, and have collectively sold more than 40 million copies worldwide; have been published in 49 territories and in 47 languages around the world. His work has been made into Emmy Award-winning and critically-acclaimed television movies. Mitch’s new book is The Stranger in the Lifeboat.

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When You Self Medicate with Matthew Quick Aug 21, 2023

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We all experience challenges in life. For some, it’s difficult to express their feelings and so they mask their hidden pain with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, isolation, or even violence. Matthew Quick understands that pain. Matthew experienced a “dark night of the soul” after using alcohol and drugs to treat his extreme anxiety and depression. He got sober in 2018, only to experience five years of crippling writer’s block. Matthew talks about how he healed and what he learned. Matthew is the New York Times bestselling author of The Silver Linings Playbook, which was made into an Oscar-winning film. His other books include, The Good Luck of Right Now, Love May Fail and The Reason You’re Alive. The Hollywood Reporter has named Matthew one of Hollywood’s 25 Most Powerful Authors. His new book is, We Are the Light.

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Helping A Loved One With Addiction with Dr. Jeffrey Foote Aug 14, 2023

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If you have a loved one who is struggling with alcohol or other drugs, you may have feelings of frustration, anger, fear, or sadness. You may also feel powerless and unsure of how to offer help or support. According to Dr. Jeffrey Foote, you don’t have to try a tough love approach or wait for your loved one to hit rock bottom before taking action. He contends that you can be a force for positive change. Dr. Foote offers practical, evidence-based advice to help you navigate substance use or other compulsive behaviors without creating conflict. Dr. Foote is cofounder of the Center for Motivation and Change (CMC) outpatient programs in New York City; Long Island, NY; and Washington, DC. He is also cofounder and executive director of the CMC: Foundation for Change, a nonprofit organization with the mission of improving the dissemination of evidence-based ideas and strategies to the families of persons struggling with substance use. Dr. Foote is coauthor of the book, Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change, and The Beyond Addiction Workbook for Family and Friends.

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Tapping Into Your Potential with Hitendra Wadhwa, PhD Aug 07, 2023

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Many people hunger for success but struggle to balance what they pursue on the outside with what they need on the inside. According to Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa, we can learn how to have our outer success reflect our inner core. He teaches how our five core energies can create outer impact from a place of inner mastery. Dr. Wadhwa is a professor at Columbia Business School and the founder of the Mentora Institute and Mentora Foundation. His work has been covered by Fortune, CNN, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes, among others. He is the author of the book, Inner Mastery, Outer Impact: How Your Five Core Energies Hold the Key to Success.

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Angels Around Us with Lorna Byrne Jul 31, 2023

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Many people wonder if there really are angels by our side and what their role may be in our lives. Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to angels since she was a baby. As a young child, she assumed everyone could see the beings who always accompanied her. Today, sick and troubled people from around the world are drawn to her for comfort and healing, and even theologians of different faiths seek her guidance. Lorna offers us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potential within us all. She is the author of seven best-selling books, including Angels in My Hair, A Message of Hope from the Angels. She is founder of the Lorna Byrne Children’s Foundation, and the Seraph Foundation. Lorna has been featured worldwide by CNN, NBC Today, BBC, The London Times, The Economist, and many others.

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Keeping Your Brain Healthy with Dr. Gary Simonds Jul 26, 2023

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When we talk about staying healthy, we usually discuss diet or exercise. The one area that is often overlooked is the command center, the brain. Brain health is a critical piece of overall health. It controls the ability to communicate, make decisions, problem-solve, and live a productive life. Dr. Gary Simonds, a brain surgeon who's spent his life caring for the sickest of the sick in the ICU’s and operating rooms of major medical centers, talks about how we can maintain a healthy brain. Dr. Simonds is a professor at the Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. He is an author whose latest book is, Death’s Pale Flag.

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Achieving Success through Failure with Jim Harshaw, Jr. Jul 17, 2023

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The fear of failing often stops people from moving forward or following a dream. But according to Jim Harshaw, Jr., every success story includes crushing failure, doubt, and uncertainty. Jim discusses how to maximize potential and increase resilience by leveraging failure for success. Jim became an NCAA Division I All-American wrestler and later the youngest Division I head coach in the country. Through his life, he has been surrounded by Olympians, CEOs, and millionaires, discovering their systems and frameworks for world-class performance. Jim is president of The Harshaw Group, a recognized TEDx speaker, and host of the Success Through Failure podcast.

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Letting Go Of The Past With Doug Dane Jul 10, 2023

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After a traumatic past, which includes kidnapping and physical, emotional and sexual abuse, Doug Dane beat the odds stacked against him to find happiness and success in his own life. Doug’s work is inspired by the steps he took to overcome the typical trajectory for someone in his shoes. He discusses ways to help us break into a new life, no matter what we may have experienced. Doug is a mindset mentor, speaker, mental health advocate, and author of Mistaken Identity: A Guide to Letting Go Of A Past That’s Holding You Back.

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Kevin Kelly Offers Advice for Life Jul 03, 2023

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On his 68th birthday, New York Times bestselling author, Kevin Kelly, started to write down advice for his children about things he learned in life. That list turned into his new book, Excellent Advice for Living: Wisdom I Wish I’d Known Earlier. Kevin offers guidance for career, relationships, parenting, and more. Kevin has led a remarkable life and has been ahead of the curve on practically everything he has done. He helped launch and edit Wired magazine and he has written for The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, among many other publications. His previous books include What Technology Wants, and The Inevitable.

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Finding Joy with Dr. Tanmeet Sethi Jun 26, 2023

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When we experience a difficult time, we may believe that finding joy is too hard, too much to hope for, and only for those who are resilient enough. According to Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, joy is an innate human right accessible to all. Dr. Sethi helps us rediscover joy, not as a destination or solution, but as a practice for healing. Dr. Sethi is a board-certified integrative family medicine physician and clinical associate professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She has spent the past 25 years working on the frontlines of the most marginalized communities, as well as globally with victims of school shootings, survivors of hurricanes, citizens impacted by police violence, and psychologists in Ukraine under attack. Dr. Sethi is the author of the book, Joy is My Justice: Reclaim What Is Yours.

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