In this special episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," turns the spotlight on 15 inspiring authors featured in her anthology Thankful for it All: Embracing Growth Through Life’s Lessons. Each contributor shares a powerful, personal story of gratitude in the face of life challenges, offering wisdom, vulnerability, and resilience. From unexpected detours to transformative moments, this conversation reveals how growth is possible even in the hardest seasons. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Janet Krebs, author of Your Amazing Itty Bitty™ Guide to Parenting Like a Leader. Janet shares 15 universal shifts that help parents raise confident, thoughtful, and independent adults by embracing leadership at home. From setting priorities without guilt to empowering kids to solve problems, this episode offers practical strategies to help parents with purpose and build a legacy of love and strength.

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Kristen "K" Castrataro, author of Whirring Wings: Songs from the Locust Years. This deeply personal poetry collection explores themes of grief, loss, and healing through illness, abuse, divorce, and death. Blending free verse, haiku, and sonnets, Kristen weaves together nature and faith to create a lyrical journey through life’s most difficult seasons. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Valerie Arbeau, author of The S.H.I.N.E. Principle. Written to empower mothers of children with special needs, this book offers a powerful framework for personal growth, self-care, and resilience. Valerie shares how the S.H.I.N.E. principle helps moms prioritize themselves while navigating the challenges of caregiving, reminding them they don’t have to lose themselves in the process. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Tiffany Robinson, author of Confessions of a Queen. More than just a journal, Tiffany’s book is a heartfelt tribute to self-discovery, growth, and the power of personal reflection. She invites women to embrace every chapter of their story, cringe-worthy moments and all, as part of their evolution. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Sue Bowles, author of This Much I Know…The Space Between. Sue shares her deeply personal journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse, trauma, and eating disorder, all while navigating the questions, anger, and doubt that live in the space between hurt and healing. Through raw honesty and unwavering faith, she offers hope to anyone who has ever wondered if they’re too far gone.  

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Stephanie Ann Webb, author of What Should Dragon Do? This delightful children’s book follows Dragon, Racer, and Scout, three friends learning how to live together and handle big emotions. When Dragon gets upset, he doesn't always make the best choices. Through fun adventures and gentle lessons, young readers discover how to navigate friendship, anger, and problem-solving. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Lacole Smith, author of Leaps of Faith: My Story of Overcoming Fear. Lacole shares her powerful testimony of rising above fear, disappointment, and self-doubt by choosing to walk boldly in faith. Through heartfelt reflections and spiritual insight, she reminds us that fear is not our final resting place and that, with faith, healing, purpose, and strength, we can find them. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Holly Raychelle Hughes, author of Real, Not Perfect. Holly shares her powerful journey of healing and self-discovery, offering a lifeline to those who’ve lost themselves trying to meet others’ expectations. Through personal stories, intuitive guidance, and practical healing tools, she helps listeners reconnect with their authentic selves, reclaim their voice, and redefine their worth. 

In this episode, Dr. Lisa L. Campbell®, "The Growth Motivator®," interviews Dr. Toni Cooper, author of Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness. Dr. Cooper offers practical strategies to manage stress, overcome trauma, and rebuild emotional resilience. Whether you're healing from childhood abuse, navigating toxic relationships, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, this episode provides insightful tools, quizzes, and coping techniques to help you reclaim peace of mind and move forward with confidence.