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Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Keeping the Faith Jun 01, 2020

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The pain and devastation resulting from the Coronavirus pandemic can cause one to search for the meaning behind it. Why is there so much suffering and what are we to learn from it? Life as we know it no longer exists, but is it possible that there could be a plan, one for our greater good? Rabbi Daniel Cohen discusses how we can remain strong, remain hopeful, and turn this experience into something positive. Rabbi Cohen is the author of the book, What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone? Creating a Life of Legacy.

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Paul Zeitz, MD: Getting Back to Life May 26, 2020

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As states begin to reopen, social distancing lessens and many wonder if there is anything we can do to improve our odds of remaining healthy. According to Dr. Paul Zeitz, there are actions we can take that may make a difference. Dr. Zeitz is a leading public health expert and former Obama and Trump administration official. He currently serves as the founder of Build A Movement 2020 and as co-chair of the COVID-19 Emergency Response Group. Dr. Zeitz worked as executive director of the Global AIDS Alliance, and as an infectious disease epidemiologist for the CDC.

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Val Walker: Building Lasting Relationships May 18, 2020

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With today’s technology we are more connected than ever before and yet, it has been reported that social isolation is a growing epidemic in the United States. The number of Americans with no close friends has tripled since 1985, and more Americans are living alone, particularly people over 60. As it turns out, we can have hundreds of “friends” on social media without having any meaningful relationships. Val Walker talks about how we can break through our isolation and build community. Val is a rehabilitation consultant, contributing blogger for Psychology Today, and the author of 400 Friends and No One to Call.

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John Iannarelli: Staying Safe May 11, 2020

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Bad things can and do happen and sometimes the world can seem like a very scary and dangerous place. Fortunately, there are things we can do to become personally responsible for the security and safety of ourselves and our loved ones. Former FBI special agent, John Iannarelli, provides tools that can help us in every day life. John spent more than 20 years in the FBI and he is the author of five books on security issues. Today, he works to keep people and businesses safe. John has appeared on Fox News, CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC among others, and in publications such as Forbes, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

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Panache Desai: Discover Your Power, Potential and Possibility May 04, 2020

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Life can present many challenges as most of us know from recent events. A pandemic, financial concerns, isolation, and health issues can create anxiety and fear. Emerging from a crisis takes inner strength and determination. The good news is that according to Panache Desai, you have the power to do it! Panache is a bestselling author, thought leader, and business and life catalyst. He has been interviewed by Oprah on Super Soul Sunday, and has collaborated Deepak Chopra, Rev. Michael Beckwith and Neale Donald Walsch. Panache’s new book, is You Are Enough Revealing the Soul to Discover Your Power, Potential and Possibility.

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Inspiring Stories from Baseball: The Legacy of Jackie Robinson Apr 27, 2020

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The name Jackie Robinson is synonymous with breaking down barriers, which he did throughout his life. Sharon Robinson, the daughter of baseball legend and civil rights icon, Jackie Robinson, experienced some of the most important events in history, including the March on Washington. She discusses her father's life and legacy. Sharon is the author of numerous children’s books honoring her father’s accomplishments. She is an educational consultant for Major League Baseball; serves as vice chairman of the Jackie Robinson Foundation; is the founder of Breaking Barriers, a baseball-themed national character education curriculum that helps empower students to overcome obstacles in their lives.
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Inspiring Stories from Baseball: Ron Darling Triumph and Failure Apr 20, 2020

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Every child who has ever played baseball has dreamed of being the hero of Game 7 of the World Series. Ron Darling had that dream too, and he got to live it. But, as many of us have learned, dreams don’t always turn out as imagined. Ron is the author of the book, Game 7, 1986, Failure and Triumph in the Biggest Game of My Life. He discusses what he experienced that night in Shea Stadium and the lessons he has learned by reflecting on that time when the world was watching. Ron was the starting pitcher for the New York Mets from 1983 to 1991.

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Inspiring Stores from Baseball: Jim "The Rookie" Morris - Follow Your Dream Apr 13, 2020

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You may know his story from the movie, The Rookie, starring Dennis Quaid. Jim Morris, was a high school teacher and baseball coach that in an attempt to motivate his team, made a bet with his kids: if you win a district championship, I’ll go tryout for a major league team. The bet was born, and with it so was The Rookie. Three months later, 35-year-old school teacher Jim Morris was striking out big league hitters in front of his high school players and family. The movie, The Rookie, won the ESPY for Sports Film of the Year, and Sports Illustrated voted it one of the five greatest baseball films ever made. Jim is the author of The Rookie.

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Inspiring Stories from Baseball: Jim Abbott An Improbable Life Apr 06, 2020

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April means baseball and all month Conversations with Joan is bringing you inspiring stories from standouts in the sport. Leading off is one-handed baseball great, Jim Abbott, who inspires us to overcome limitations and reach for the stars!

We all have limitations - it’s what you do with them that matters! Jim Abbott was born without a right hand but that did not stop him from fulfilling his dream of becoming a major league baseball pitcher! Jim was an All-America hurler at Michigan, won the Sullivan Award in 1987, was the pitcher for the Gold Medal Olympic Team in 1988, and threw a 4-0 no-hitter for the New York Yankees. Jim played for 10 seasons and ended his big league playing career in 1999. Jim has worked with The Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy on several initiatives encouraging businesses to hire people with disabilities. He is the author of the book, Imperfect: An Improbable Life.

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Frank Lawlis, PhD: Reduce Stress and Anxiety Mar 30, 2020

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We are living in an over stimulated world and the resulting stress impacts our physical and mental health. It can stand in the way of our happiness. Dr. Frank Lawlis discusses how we can retrain our brain and break the stress/anxiety cycle. Dr. Frank Lawless is a renown psychologist, researcher and counselor. He is the cofounder of the Lawlis and Peavey PsychoNeuroPlasticity Center, and the chief content advisor for the Dr. Phil Show. He is the author of many books, including Retraining the Brain: A 45 Day Plan to Conquer Stress and Anxiety.

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