Bumpy Lives, Karmic Souls

Ask Irish lass Adele O'Herlihy (Scorpio Rising, Cancer Moon, Libra Moon) how she is and you can expect her to say 'everything is grand'. Her seemingly perfect life hit more than a snag one afternoon when she was involved in a hit and run that left her with a fractured spine, broken legs and the whole left side of her body ripped open.   It was then she saw what she was made of.  You will be energized and inspired by her story knowing that nothing happens by accident.

Produced by Joanne Helder

Tatiana Kuznechenkova (Pisces Rising, Taurus Sun, Capricorn Moon) was born in Siberia to scientists who for 40 years invented Russian military weapons. She was bullied as a young girl and by her own admission was ‘chubby’. Encouraged by her academic talent she became the Head of Dermatology in a closed hospital for the socially contagious - primarily those with sexually transmitted diseases. Patients who were disillusioned, psychotic or criminal. As a doctor specializing in cosmetic procedures, just how important is self image?

Produced by Joanne Helder

In Part 2 of one of the world's most exciting young physicists, 34 year old Princeton Professor, Alejandro Rodriguez moves to America. He finds himself having to repeat a class and almost fails to graduate high school. The real fun in life is in proving yourself and ultimately rising above challenges. Alejandro shares with us some important lessons from his journey on how the universe conspires to ensure we fulfil our true purpose in life.

Produced by Joanne Helder

Professor Alejandro Rodriguez Wong (Aquarius Rising, Aquarius Sun, Virgo Moon) is a game changer. Growing up in poor neighbourhoods during the Cuban years of Communism, Che Guevara and Fidel Castro, from humble beginnings his love of learning, competition and dreams sees him today as a young award winning Professor of Science at one of the world's most famous Universities. When you have nothing to lose and everything to gain, it's just a matter of stepping away from what you know and opening your mind to the world of possibility.

Produced by Joanne Helder

Being born with a Gemini Sun, Libra Rising and Scorpio Moon has been a blessing for Romola Hodas.  Her survival of emotional, verbal and physical childhood abuse will shock, sadden and surprise you.  As the eldest daughter of a violent and depressed bipolar mother, her father was better known for building a successful and very lucrative business in the adult entertainment industry. 

Unfortunately, some of us can't choose our parents, or their professions.   Through two kidnapping attempts by the Mob wanting a slice of the action, reform school, peep shows, drugs, swingers parties and her father's problems with the Mayor and NYPD, Romola shares her courageous, often hilarious and chaotic karmic journey toward her own success and spiritual happiness in amongst the madness.

Romola is currently working to develop a film based on her life. Her book “The Princess of 42nd Street” can be purchased on Amazon.  It is currently being developed into a feature film.

Frank is a Leo Sun and Libra Moon, he was a bright boy with big dreams. His story is not dissimilar to other boys from his background. As the eldest of six children, by different fathers, his mother, his hero, became a drug addict and took to the streets. At 14 and 15 he sold drugs and made knives at school.

Selling drugs was the only way he knew to make money to support his family. He has been shot, stabbed and has been to prison on more than one occasion. In the 1980s the streets of New York, The Bronx and Brooklyn were not for the faint hearted.  How would you turn your life around?  Would you survive?

Believe them when they say if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere. 

Who said a former advertising executive can’t build, almost single-handed, an international maternity label based on instinct and luck? Put your hands up eternally optimistic, pioneering and free-spirited Sagittarians! Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, Angelina Jolie, Reece Witherspoon and Kate Hudson are amongst her clientele, French born fashion designer Cecile Reinaud’s infectious creative energy will inspire you. As a Gemini Rising, Sagittarius Sun and Cancer Moon, she shares the pressures of juggling a successful business with postnatal depression, divorce, the benefit of the right postcode and famous mothers-to-be.

Imagine growing up under the Midnight Sun and Polar Moon in far north Sweden where every cell of our being is affected by a front seat to the magic of the stars? Lisa Franck (Scorpio Rising, Gemini Sun, Virgo Moon) has been under the spell of the Aurora Borealis since she was born, a visual and metaphysical presence so powerful it not only reminds us of our deep connection to everything around us.  A story about acceptance, change and finding the answers.

Finding love after divorce can be very difficult for many women, particularly in their 40s. Having a male friend to lean on and support us emotionally helps us reconnect to the beauty and goodness in ourselves.

Sometimes, men can be a little indirect in their intentions leaving us to guess whether the benefits of having them as a friend could lead to more.

We never known the story behind some of the most beautiful faces we meet. Tanja Bernaards a former Dutch model and equestrienne is a Libra Rising, Libra Sun, Aquarius Moon.  She shares her childhood memories of growing up in Holland, her mother’s life changing affair and the men who depended on her.  How do you remain financially supportive for your family when you too are under pressure?  How about jumping on a plane with your clogs?  Tanja's story is heartening as she reflects on the importance of always showing love and kindness.