Awaken Hope

CC Robinson has over two decades’ experience in cross-cultural settings as a medical doctor working in post-civil war nations and as an Associate Pastor at a multi-ethnic congregation led by an African-American man in Cincinnati, the setting for Divided. When she’s not throwing on her superhero cape to save her characters from their dystopian antics, CC enjoys hiking, gardening, dancing, swimming, and driving her jeep through the woods with her husband and three kids. 

More information about C.C. can be found at: BOOKS | CCRobinson ccrobinsonauthor.com

The second installment in the Award-winning YA dystopian series by author, C.C. Robinson Published by Manifold Publishing. 

The walls are closing in on Rose. 

But when powerful enemies move her from house arrest to a literal prison, Rose finds herself alone. Caged. And without help. Isolated from her friends and allies, yet stumbling on the truth of her captors’ schemes, Rose must free herself. If she doesn’t make it out in time, evil oppressors will take over her city. 

Can Rose escape her cage before her foes win and destroy what took the Underground generations to build? Find out in the second book in the award-winning YA dystopian Divided series that reviewers say reminds them of such classic YA dystopian as Divergent and The Giver. 

Amazon.com: Caged: Book Two in the Divided Series eBook : Robinson, CC: Kindle Store 

Steve Roehm

Steve is a Transformational Coach and Hypnotherapist who helps people unlock the secret to a better more powerful mindset which helps them realize the possibilities you've been missing in life.

If you're struggling to break through old self-destructive patterns...

If you find yourself believing that you can't achieve the life of your dreams...

If you find yourself held back by traumas...

If you feel depressed about your "failures"...

If you feel anxiety about success....

If you think that this is all you can achieve in your journey...

You...Are...Wrong!!

Get ready to step into the next evolution of YOU. Discover who you are, see yourself in a new light, feel the future beginning to grow inside, and realize your true potential!

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Brandon Barber is a Master Coach, Resilience Expert, and Transformation Catalyst who has impacted over a million lives, created 100+ courses generating $10M+, and spoken on 100+ stages worldwide. Alongside his wife Michelle, he leads world-class programs like Resilience Leadership Systems, The 8-Figure Course Method, and the Barber Coaching Mastery Certification, equipping leaders and visionaries to thrive under pressure and create lasting impact. Brandon’s own journey through fear, anxiety, burnout, and cancer gave him the resilience systems he now teaches, proving that adversity can be turned into fuel for growth.

He is known as a pattern-breaker and truth-teller with a unique ability to uncover hidden blocks and ignite transformation. His mission is simple: to help people rise stronger, unlock their potential, and create unshakable legacies in life and business.

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Kennon Wesley Mason, HPPsy.

In 2002, Kennon stepped into the world of natural health & wellness by studying Massage Therapy as a vocational trade. Upon graduating and later earning a national certification in this field through the National Certification Board Of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, he started on a quest to learn more about natural and unconventional or non-standard ways to keep the health of the spirit, the mind, and the body at an optimal level.

In 2005 he received his certification as a 3rd Degree Reiki Master Practitioner.

In 2010, he attained certifications as a Personal Fitness Trainer, and a Nutrition &

Wellness Consultant through American Fitness Professionals & Associates. His back-to-basics approach explains fundamental aspects of physical and mental health that is universal and easy to understand.

In 2011, he became a Board Certified – Holistic Psychology Practitioner through the American Institute of Holistic Health & Wellness, accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. He says every human being on the planet has the potential to consciously re- design or re-engineer their brain to create better life circumstances and a better individual within.

He emphasizes that the brain is designed to translate information from the forces of the ether, and turn this invisible information into physical, biological, and neurological chemistry that permeates the entire body.

From 2014 – 2016, Kennon also co-hosted "AIMED 2 PURPOSE - The Radio Show"with his mother Louise Hicks, on Global Voice Broadcasting.

He is the Founder & CEO of Kennetic-Fit And Wellness, LLC, which also started in 2014. Kennetic-Fit And Wellness focuses on 3 elements of service: Fitness & Nutrition, Physiotherapy, and Holistic Life-Counsel, which cover virtually all avenues of life.

Host “The Kennetic Hour” YouTube@thekenntichour

Lynda Williams is a short fiction writer based in Calgary/Treaty 7 Territory. Her work engages with themes of class, feminism, and mental illness. She describes her flavour as If-Raymond-Carver-Wrote-Feisty-Women. Lynda’s stories have appeared in Grain, The Humber Literary Review, oranges journal, HLR Spotlight, and on Room’s website. She has been a winner of the Edmonton Voices competition, the Reedsy Prompts Challenge, and has received honorable mentions in the Humber Literary Review’s and Room’s fiction contests. She is a recipient of the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Emerging Artist Award, and her debut collection of stories, The Beauty and the Hell of It is forthcoming from Guernica in September. 

More information can be found at: Lynda Williams https://www.lyndawilliams.ca

Guest: Maria Belanic

Carrying Love & Loss in One Breath

Grief didn’t just reshape my life; it reshaped my calling.

I’m a bereaved mom, a grief educator, and someone who understands what it feels like to move through the world while the heart is somewhere else entirely.

I believe grief asks us to live in a place most people don’t talk about, the space where love and loss walk side by side.

And that truth is where my work begins.

My Highest Calling

I didn’t choose this work. Grief chose me.

I believe my role isn’t to fix anyone.

It’s to stand with you in the in-between, the place where your world has changed, but everyone expects you to be the same and help you navigate what feels impossible.

My Approach: C.A.R.E

This is how we work together, gently, honestly, without pressure or performance.

C — Compassion for Yourself

Not the polite kind. The real kind. The kind that lets you be human.

A — Acknowledging Your Thoughts & Feelings

No judgment. No “shoulds.” Just truth.

R — Release Guilt, Regret & Shame

Not overnight. Not on demand. But little by little, with support.

E — Embrace Who You Are Now

Not the “before “you. The you who loves and grieves at the same time

This is the lens I bring to every conversation, every session, every workshop.

It’s where healing begins, not by forgetting, but by learning to carry what you love and what you’ve lost, together.

I also believe this can’t happen alone.

Your lived experience… your questions… your honesty… they shape the work we do together.

It’s not my voice creating change, it’s the courage you bring when you say,

“This is where I am now.”

What moves me every day is the ripple that follows.

When one grieving heart feels more seen, less ashamed, and finally able to breathe, that shifts everything.

And the quiet ripple that still surprises me?

When you begin extending compassion toward yourself…when guilt, regret, or pressure start to loosen their grip…

the people around you feel it too.

They soften because you softened.

They understand grief differently because you are living it differently.

That’s how the world changes.

One honest breath.

One person finally feeling seen.

One ripple turning into another.

Website: https://mariabelanic.com

Rhonda M. Farrah, MA, DRWA, a LIFEstyle Empowerment Alchemist, Coach and prominent figure in personal development, has dedicated her years of insights as a psychotherapist to be a guiding light for women facing unique challenges, helping them embark on a transformative journey of Self-discovery and Empowerment.

In a world where external issues often command our attention, Rhonda Farrah stands out as a catalyst for inner growth with her mantra, “Fix Your Reflection First.” A beacon of hope for women who find themselves trapped in the throes of personal turmoil, be it in relationships, careers, or daily life.

Through her extensive career and profound dedication, Rhonda Farrah has spearheaded the Fix Your Reflection First method of realizing that both the joys and the setbacks in your

life can serve you IF you can look past your immediate emotional response and use your Self-awareness to grow instead of pushing yourself down. Farrah’s holistic approach centers on Self-reflection and the restoration of Self-love as the cornerstone of personal growth and Change.

As a seasoned author, Empowerment Alchemist coach, speaker, entrepreneur, spiritual teacher, and educator, Rhonda has cultivated an extensive toolkit designed to assist individuals in addressing the challenges that hold them back and embracing the joys that propel them forward. Working with clients and companies from International Centers For Spiritual Living to the US Open Wellness Team, Rhonda’s teachings emphasize harnessing Self-awareness and leveraging life’s setbacks as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles.

Rhonda’s mission is to Empower women to prioritize their Self-love and Self-awareness, nurturing a profound alignment that positively influences every facet of their lives. Her work fosters a renewed sense of confidence and a hunger for personal growth, igniting a powerful journey of Self-discovery. Having written several e-books, Rhonda has participated as a Contributing Author to America’s Heroes, Leaders, Legends, The Power Of The Human Spirit, and America’s Leading Ladies Who Positively Impact Our World, featuring Oprah Winfrey and Melinda Gates.

Website:  helpmerhondanow.com

Elizabeth Meigs is an overcomer and a fighter, who knows her purpose is to inspire, provide hope and encourage those who are going through the toughest challenge of their lives, to not give up. 

Elizabeth understands what it’s like to go through challenges. She was born and raised in a small rural town in Southeast Kansas where her family raised horses. She was an “outdoorsy” girl who loved fishing and riding her horse. Her dreams and goals were coming true when her world was turned upside down in a car accident, one week into her freshman year of high school.

That night, everything for her and her family came abruptly to a stop. She learned how to overcome the hard obstacles and deep down she knew there was a purpose for all she was going through. Not only did her dreams change, but a new purpose was revealed.

Discover effective strategies to overcome life’s challenges from someone who has been there. By sharing her own experiences, this mission-driven individual has helped countless others to find hope and resilience in difficult times. 

Whether you’re dealing with job loss, a failed marriage, divorce, physical challenges, or other setbacks, these natural solutions can help you stay focused on achieving your dreams. Get the support you need to keep pushing forward and believe that anything is possible.

Helping others to find solutions of hope and strength is a great joy for Elizabeth. She is eternally grateful that God has continued to open doors to new opportunities for her to help others using her talents and experiences, in ways she never dreamed or imagined.

Website: https://elizabethinspires.com

Tracy Slepcevic is an Author, Certified Integrative Health Coach, Keynote Speaker, US Air Force Veteran, and the founder of Pur Health, LLC.

She is educated in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and has dedicated over 14 years to researching various treatments and therapies for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Over the years, she has worked with various doctors, scientists, advocates, and researchers, and she has made it her mission to educate families on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.

Today, Tracy runs a successful health coaching business where she assists her clients in implementing lifestyle changes to improve their overall health and wellness. She continues to provide support to parents of children with special needs and guide them on their healing journey.

Website: https://warriormom.com

Nanette Murphy

Nanette Murphy is a Divorce and Life Reinvention Coach dedicated to empowering women over 40 as they navigate the emotional and practical complexities of grey divorce. With compassion and clarity, she supports clients through each phase of the journey—from pre-divorce planning and decision-making to the legal and emotional process, and finally, post-divorce healing and life reinvention.

Her mission is to help women reclaim their confidence, rediscover their purpose, and design a vibrant, fulfilling next chapter.

Live With Purpose

Nanette Murphy

Divorce & Life ReInvention Coach

Live Life Now LLC

Divorce Support Network Pro

AMICABLE AMBASSADOR MICHIGAN

Vision Board Workshop Facilitator

[email protected]

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