Conversations with Joan

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Marci Shimoff: Happy for No Reason Aug 10, 2020

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What would it take to make you happy? A fulfilling career, a big bank account, or the perfect mate? What if it didn’t take anything to make you happy? What if you could experience happiness from the inside out – no matter what’s going on in your life? Marci Shimoff offers an approach to being happy that doesn’t depend on achievements, goals, money, relationships, or anything else out there. Marci is a number one New York Times bestselling author of the runaway bestsellers Love for No Reason and Happy for No Reason, which offer revolutionary approaches to experiencing deep and lasting love and happiness. Marci is also the woman’s face of the biggest self-help book phenomenon in history, Chicken Soup for the Soul. Her six bestselling titles in the series include Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul and Chicken Soup for the Mother’s Soul. She is a featured teacher in The Secret.

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Michael Bernard Beckwith: You Are the Answer Aug 03, 2020

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Are you able to think independently no matter what is going on in your life, or do you find yourself believing that you a victim of circumstance, with little power over what you experience? Do you look outside for external validation or to things to give you pleasure? According to Michael Bernard Beckwith, you have the ability to create the inner conditions that will enable you to grow, expand, thrive, and express your highest potential and grander vision for your life. Michael is the founder and spiritual director of the Agape International Spiritual Center, He is a meditation teacher, conference speaker, seminar leader, and author of Life Visioning and Spiritual Liberation. Michael has appeared on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday, the Dr. Oz show, and in his own PBS Special, The Answer Is You.

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Maria Quiban Whitesell: You Can't Do It Alone Jul 27, 2020

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When faced with her husband Sean’s terminal brain cancer diagnosis, FOXLA’s morning meteorologist, Maria Quiban Whitesell, found herself in a position she could not have imagined. She had to learn to deal with illness, death and grief, all while caring for her son and wearing a smile every day in front of millions on LA’s morning show, Good Day LA. Maria shares her journey and offers actionable insights that can help navigate change. Maria, her late husband, Sean, and his brother, Patrick, are among the big entertainment families in Hollywood. Sean was a writer and producer for television shows including HBO’s Oz, Fox’s House, and AMC’s The Killing. Maria and social worker, Lauren Schneider, co-authored the book, You Can’t Do It Alone: A Widow’s Journey Through Loss, Grief, and Life After.

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Susan Packard: Developing Emotional Intelligence Jul 20, 2020

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Emotions can sink us or they can power us like fuel to succeed. Susan Packard, co-founder of HGTV. has developed a program that can help us grow emotional fitness and thrive in all areas of life. According to Susan, “Success is an inside job!” Susan worked on the start up teams for HBO and CNBC, and is a speaker and guest expert on television and radio. She is a pioneer in the industry she helped to shape and the workplace she works to redefine. She is the author of the book, Fully Human: Three Steps to Grow Your Emotional Fitness in Work, Leadership and Life.

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Evy Poumpouras: Moving from Fear to Fearlessness Jul 13, 2020

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Courage involves facing our fears, but it is also about resilience, grit, and having a built-in BS detector and knowing when and how to use it. Evy Poumpouras, author of the new book, Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, and Live Fearlessly, discusses how we can heighten our natural instincts to move from fear to fearlessness. She shares lessons and insights learned from protecting presidents and working in the most elite security force in the world. Evy is a former secret service special agent who is the recipient of the United States Secret Service Medal of Valor Award for her heroism on 9/11. She has been part of the protective details for former presidents Obama, both Bushes, Clinton, and Ford. Evy is the costar of Bravo’s Spy Games; is an on-air national TV contributor who frequently appears on NBC, MSNBC, and CNN; and an adjunct professor for The City University of New York where she teaches criminal justice and criminology.

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Jude Morrow: Growing Up Autistic Jul 06, 2020

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Growing up autistic, Jude Morrow faced immense challenges. Once a nonverbal and aggressive child, he transitioned into a hard working, responsible father to a non-autistic son. According to Jude, those with autism can have difficulty understanding the world around them and can find it hard to find their voice. But Jude found his and he uses it to break down the misconceptions and societal beliefs surrounding autism. Jude views his autism as a gift to be shared, not a burden to be pitied, and he teaches that autistic people’s lives can be every bit as happy and fulfilling as those not on the spectrum. Jude is a social worker, motivational speaker, and advocate for all things autism. His new book is Why Does Daddy Always Look So Sad?

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Rick Hanson, PhD: Neurodharma Jun 29, 2020

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Many people are in search of ways to reach their highest potential. They want to be wise, strong, happy, and loving. According to Dr Rick Hanson, science is revealing how these ways of being are based on changes in our own nervous system, making them more attainable than ever before. He explains the new neuroscience of awakening and how this can be an effective path to handling stress, healing old pain, feeling at ease with others, and understanding our natural goodness. Dr. Hanson is a psychologist, senior fellow of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and a New York Times best-selling author.

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Michael Greger, MD: Preventing Viruses Jun 22, 2020

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The origins of infectious diseases are as varied as their symptoms, yet they have one thing in common: a devastating impact on society. As COVID-19 continues to spread around the world, many ask, how did this happen? Dr. Michael Greger explains where viruses come from and how we can stop them. Dr. Greger is a founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, a physician, author, and a speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. He runs the website Nutritionfacts.org, which provides free daily updates on the latest in nutrition research. Dr. Greger is the author of the new e-book, How to Survive a Pandemic.

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Bonny Meyer: Building A Legacy Jun 15, 2020

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Bonny Meyer has lived her life set in the romantic era of Napa Valley. Bonny and her husband, Justin, established and owned two wineries. They shared the ups and downs of life and business, and along with a few prominent wineries of the time, they helped revolutionize Napa Valley. Bonny’s story is one filled with deep grief and abiding love. She shares wisdom and advice for living a full life with purpose. Bonny is the principal of Meyer Family Enterprises, and after selling Silver Oak Cellars, she is now a partner in Meyer Family Cellars. Bonny is the author of the book, Perfectly Paired: The Love Affair Behind an Iconic Wine.

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Mark Nepo: Creating A Path Jun 08, 2020

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According to Mark Nepo, after we are physically born we must be spiritually born a second time, a process that takes place through the labor of a lifetime. Mark teaches that no matter what is going on in the world around us, we can tap into our inner wisdom and strength for sustenance. Mark was named by Watkins: Mind Body Spirit as one of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. He has appeared on Super Soul Sunday and traveled the country with Oprah on her The Life You Want tour. His new book is The Book of Soul: Creating a Path to What Matters.

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