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Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. "Life isn't easy!" How often have we said this in our day-to-day life? Is life difficult because of circumstances, or is it difficult because we are not choosing to see the joy and blessings in our life? I know that may sound like woo-woo of foo-foo talk, but what if we took a moment to stop and think about how we are really living our life. Jamal Jivanjee has done this after his own experiences with trauma in his life. ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Per David Edwards "Surprising foundations to get more done, feel more connected, and stay balanced in a rapidly changing world. " Mr. Edwards shares his view of what challenges most people have to generate the personal drive to direct their own life. He has been a CEO for several years in health care. His book “New You! Who Knew?” covers principles and values that can change your life! I invite you to l...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Kate Heartsong is the empowering and life-enhancing author of two books, Humanity’s Cry for Change and Deeply We Are One. She is also the “Confidence Coach”, a workshop facilitator, coauthor, public speaker and Reiki Master/Teacher. For over 20 years, Kate has been receiving profound insights while meditating. She is passionate about supporting her clients, audiences and readers with these insights, along with the wis...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What do a lay a layoff, a medial emergency, a global pandemic and even a broken appliance have in common? Each of these scenarios has the potential to upend your personal finances. Alyssa Davis, the found of the Mixed Up Money finance podcast/blog has just published a new book with robust tips and best practices. A lack of money does not have rule your life! I invite you to listen! If you feel this Podcast is benefic...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Jerry Fu is a conflict resolution therapist… and a Pharmacist and Salsa dancer. He has a dynamic background and has created a focus on how to address conflict. Jerry describes how he had been handling conflict within his family, place of employment and within himself. He is now an ICF-Associate Certified Coach with additional training in Emotional Intelligence. In this podcast he also talks about “success...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Caramel Lucas' story is great. She was a shy young girl, but grew up to really love the skin she is in and face her fears. She attributes the love of her family for this, and the confidence and love that she received. Caramel Lucas I invite you to listen! If you feel this Podcast is beneficial, I encourage you to share it, and I invite you to leave a 5-Star Review. It does so much for putting this podcast in the hands o...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. OVERTHINKING ABOUT YOU: Navigating Romantic Relationships When You Have Anxiety, OCD, &/or Depression By ALLISON RASKIN ALLISON RASKIN is a New York Times bestselling author. She is also the co-host of the popular podcast Just Between Us and co-creator of a YouTube channel by the same name. Allison has written and developed multiple TV shows and created the original scripted podcast Gossip. A vocal mental health advoc...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Aunia Kahn's work in trauma and mental health has grown over the years and has created a launching pad for the Healing Art Creatively Program. Art and trauma-related work first came together as a passion and purpose with her career’s first exhibition Voices Within Surviving Through the Arts (St. Louis Artist Guild 2005) where her art took on subjects of abuse and trauma and was awarded for her endeavors. Later, she was in...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you even a writer? I have asked this question so many times… as has (probably) every writer. Paulette Perhach's life started with financial disaster and the accidental death of her father when she was 17, she started started out with a victim mentality. Paulette admits to feeling entitled and waited for success to come to her. It wasn't until she had an experience through the Peace Corps that she lea...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. “You need a mentor!” Perhaps you have heard these words somewhere along your career path as well. But, what makes a good mentor? Most people would describe a mentor as someone who “has been there and done that,” and now is sharing their knowledge and experience. Basically a mentor is a trusted advisor or leader. But, so what exactly? Doug Lawrence, creator of TalentC has taken that “so what” and created an entire progr...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Want to be intentionally fabulous? Have you struggled through a divorce, and want to rebuild your life? My guest today is Kelli Calabrese and she has walked this walk. Kelli has been a Life Coach for most of her career, and now helps women learn to rebuild their life after a divorce. She is the best selling author of several books such as Success Habits of Super Achievers and Passionistas. Website: I invite you to...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Amanda Love is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist who shares her story about Fibroymalgia both in book and podcast form. Fibromyalgia is a complex syndrome that requires attention to the Immune and Digestive systems. Amanda decided to learn more about fibromyalgia to support herself and others. I invite you to listen! If you feel this Podcast is beneficial, I encourage you to share it, and I invit...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. April is National Poetry Month. Why does this matter? Well, in the way that music can change a feeling in someones heart and change their mood, poetry has the same ability. Ne research shows that poetry is very powerful- not just in the words, but how it can stimulate the reward centers of the brain. This means that emotional expression can change. It is why some of us will remember poetry years after memorizing ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Episode Summary What causes relationships to slowly break down—even when both people genuinely love each other? In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, Bettina Brown sits down with author and relationship coach Matthew Fray, author of This Is How Your Marriage Ends. Matthew shares the painful experience that led him from divorce and regret to becoming a writer and coach helping couples understand the subtle habits that e...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Alison has been in the fitness industry for most of her life--a former athlete and competitor! She has also been an entrepreneur for over 20 years with a Masters' degree (ECU). She has worked in corporate fitness, education, and the private sector and created her own podcast focusing on self care and its journey. Alison is a faculty member at a local women's college. Alison's Instagram Alison's Website I invite you to listen...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Interested in becoming a first-time published author? Curious about the next steps? Well, my guest today, IS the resource to speak to on this subject. In today's podcast she shares the details about her latest book, and also about finding balance and discipline in the business of authorship. REA FREY (pronounce: Reeuh Frye ) is the multi-published, award-winning bestselling author of Not Her Daughter, Because You're ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Did you know by simply looking up at the stars, you could improve your personal growth? Astronomical Mindfulness offers fascinating insights while providing: · A new way to observe and understand our amazing skies · Mindfulness tools for living in the moment and considering your place in space · A history of how humans throughout time have connected to the cosmos · Interactive elements to enhance...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Feminine Energy is something we all have. It is about building connection with the flow of life and building creativity. Julie Foucht from Julie Foucht Coaching , has a weekly Podcast -The Art of Feminine Business Podcast in which she has conversations with other women in business. Julie shares how she did all the right things... better marketing plan, social media... but felt exhausted and worn out until-- she foun...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Excellence is not Perfection It is knowing who you areknowing what is important to youbeing clear on your valuesunderstanding your goalsElizabeth has worked for a multitude of global companies of various sizes and specialisms during my career of 30 plus years. She is a powerful influencer with broad business experience in guiding, operating and effecting change at a senior level. " I believe in being the change ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. " We all need more money in the hands of women so that women can properly advocate for themselves and because when women have more money a heap of collaborative work takes place. " Virginia's Website: The Money Project The Money Project Podcast If you feel this Podcast is beneficial, I encourage you to share it, and I invite you to leave a 5-Star Review. It does so much for putting this podcast in the hands of those that ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Wonder how to create a successful career? EducationExperienceMore Education and ExperienceNetworking- .... ummm....what?Mark Herschberg has spent a great deal of his career teaching at MIT- about dynamic career strategy, developing a high-value network and building leadership skills. Because it is often overlooked in our education.... 1 Minute Book Summary: The Career Toolkit Leadership, networking, negotiati...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Krystal is an award-winning interior designer, feng shui master, and entrepreneur. She uses Feng Shui’s thousands of years of application as the foundation of her business, and her personal experiences to help clients change their perspective of their working environment, themselves, and their business. Feng Shui is so much more than having a piece of furniture face a certain way. Krystal explains how having a space ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, host Bettina Brown welcomes Wendy Sanford, author of "The Walls Between Us: A Memoir of Friendship Across Race and Class." The conversation dives into Sanford's experiences and perspectives from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, providing valuable insights into the challenges of achieving inclusivity and diversity. As Brown and Sanford discuss the book, they explore the complexities and nuances of...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Arushi Nigam- Fitness Revolutionary Encourages Women to Be in Sync with their Body In this episode of the In the Rising podcast, host Bettina Brown welcomes Arushi Nigam, a fitness revolutionary who emphasizes the importance of being in sync with our bodies. The conversation begins with a discussion about living a life that aligns with our hopes, dreams, and goals. Bettina highlights the significance of feeling powerful an...