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Your work, your purpose in life, and how to pursue what you are passionate about are issues you may be pondering.  Coach, Shannon Connolly especially loves to work with women who are considering what their next adventure will be.  She is a Soul Evolution Mentor who has created a program called "Discover Your Magic". Shannon will help you reflect on all of your accomplishments and explore your wishes. How wonderful to take the opportunity to move forward in your life in a new way and with the assistance of a coach who will support and guide you to make your dreams come true.

The practice of yoga is different for each person. Barb Kennedy has been teaching yoga for over 30 years and is well-versed in how to get the most out of your yoga classes. She leads us through the many ways to enjoy the different postures and how to turn off that over-active brain you may have. Yoga doesn't have to always be serious or so challenging that you find yourself in pain. That is not the ultimate goal of any yoga practice. Barb shares so much great knowledge and understanding as to how each of us can deepen our practice and enjoy ourselves even more.

We are energy beings which means that energy therapies may help your emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.  Pranic Healing is a full body and mind practice that can shift negative thoughts and feelings that are getting in your way. Paula Lord shares a nurturing and powerful understanding of how Pranic Healing can help you get rid of traumas old and new that are not serving you well. Living your best life is possible. 

All of us carry a panoply of emotions in our brains. Whether it be anxiety, fear, shame, guilt, anger, etc. -- those emotions may be keeping us from feeling our best. Therapist, Kristin Tenuta is certified in a technique called Brain Spotting that is helpful in releasing those troubling emotions. Tapping into our brain's ability to shift and "rewire" is how Brainspotting works to relieve you of any distress you may have experienced whether it be recent or old trauma.

Once someone has received a diagnosis of cancer -- they are confronted with so much information which can be completely overwhelming. In addition, it is a scary diagnosis and one must find ways to understand what oncologists, radiologists, nurse practitioners, etc. are saying to you. Enter the Cancer Sherpa, Cathy Nobil-Dutton, who brings a wealth of experience as a therapist, exercise trainer, and Certified Cancer Navigator to the table. She knows how to listen, to hear your fears, and to help guide you as you go through treatment or make choices to explore alternatives and supportive care. 

Climate change is having a huge impact on the entire world. Earth Charter Indiana Executive Director, Jim Poyser gives us an update on this global issue and shares great information about the connection between poverty and the climate crisis. Jim also tells us about the many valuable student projects, from banning straws to zero waste,  that are happening with kids all across the state of Indiana. Tune in for a lively and fun conversation around a very serious issue.

Of your five senses, the sense of sound is quite healing. Listen to Janiece Jaffe chant, sing, and discuss the many benefits of letting all kinds of sounds wash over you. Whether you are seeking emotional or physical healing -- you may want to try bathing in a sound session.

Maybe you have a bad habit you would like to stop, a fear that is preventing you from moving forward, or some doubts about what direction to take next. Any and all of these concerns may be helped by hypnotism. Clinical Hypnotist, Toni Macri-Reiner shares her insights and wealth of knowledge about the benefits of hypnotism. She also dispels some of the myths and concerns that many people have about being hypnotized. Join us for a lively conversation.

So many types of yoga -- from Hatha to Yin and everything in between. Bowspring Yoga is a completely different way of practicing postures and releasing tension, injuries, illness, and more. Samantha Simpson leads us through the Bowspring formula and characteristics that define this wonderful mind-body practice.  Listen in and see if it is something you may want to try.

If you are in a dream drought or have recurring dreams, Jenny Foley may be able to help you remember, examine, and move forward in a healthy way. As an Active Dream Interpreter, Jenny shares tips and insights into how to work through the feelings your dreams bring to your attention. She also discusses a technique she uses called Body Mapping.