In this engaging discussion, Kathleen delves into the intricacies of foster care, a calling she has passionately pursued for an impressive 35 years, caring for an astonishing 170 foster children during this time. She explores the trials and triumphs of this life-changing vocation. Kathleen also highlights the vital role that communities play in supporting foster parents. She shares insights on how individuals can contribute by donating toys, clothing, and food, and even offering respite care to provide foster families with a well-deserved break.

For more information on this empowering Interview: The challenges and rewards of foster care

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In 2018, Montecito, California, was struck by a devastating mudslide, an aftermath of heavy rainfall and deforestation from the recent Thomas Fire. Kim Cantin, the author of "WHERE YELLOW FLOWERS BLOOM," tragically lost her husband, Dave, and their son, Jack, in this calamity, along with her home and beloved dog. The book documents Kim's heart-wrenching journey through grief, as well as her relentless quest to find Jack's remains, guided by intuition and supported by her remarkable community. It's a moving memoir that underscores the enduring power of love, even in the face of death.

For more information on this True Story of Loss, Courage, Hope, and Survival

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Rosell Wealth Management offers comprehensive financial assistance and services to individuals residing in the United States. David also touched on personal experiences, including his entrepreneurial start at the age of 15, receiving invaluable money-saving advice from his grandmother Ruth, and stressing the importance of retirement savings, briefly discussing long-term care insurance. Furthermore, he emphasized the critical role of assembling a capable team, consisting of a CPA, Financial Planner, and Attorney, with the acronym T.E.A.M. (Together Everyone Achieves More) serving as the guiding principle for financial success.

For much more information: The guiding principle for financial success

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Betsy's guest is Jonathan England, Writer and Author of "If I Die Before I Wake".The Five Stepped Roadmap to Enlightenment, Prosperity and Your Life's Purpose. Jonathan England discusses how he was deeply affected by his older brother's death from Muscular Dystrophy which led him to drinking, a car accident, and being in jail, because of these issues, Jonathan questioned why he is here, his life's purpose, and his life.

Jonathan discussed the five levels of consciousness, and how we will not move forward if we stay in a victim mentality, and worry what others think about us! Jonathan said that we should realize that our lives matter, we have to feel our feelings to heal them and our job is to be ourselves! Jonathan England said, "Your Only Job for Being Alive is to be You."

For more information: Your Only Job for Being Alive is to be You

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Tatiana Flow, Author and Writer of "Elegantly Simple", Tatiana is an Abundance Mentor, a Certified Kundalini Activation Worker, a Theta Healer, an NLP, and a Reiki Specialist. Tatiana Flow discusses how removing the barriers between your heart and your head can be so freeing to connect with your true authentic self! Tatiana discusses what Kundalini and Theta healing is and how it can help an individual's energy to be free so they can connect to their true selves, and to follow their intuition!

For more information: The barriers between your heart and your head

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Margaret A. Harrell discusses her book, “KEEP THIS QUIET TOO!” More Adventures with Hunter S. Thompson, Milton Klonsky, and Jay Mensaert. Margaret discussed how each of these men touched her life and what Margaret learned from them.

Margaret Harrell also discussed how she attended the Jung Institute Kusnacht, Switzerland where Margaret studied depth psychology, including dream interpretation and symbols. Margaret discussed the workshops she does to help people shift and connect their energy.

For more information: Margaret found the Power of Fearlessness


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Tahira Rehmatullah and Akwasi Owusu-Bempah are Authors and Writers of the book, "Waiting to Inhale": Cannabis Legalization and The Fight for Racial Injustice.

Tahira discusses how she met Akwasi, how Tahira became interested in the research about cannabis, the laws surrounding cannabis, and the injustices in the brown and other minority communities. Why are people still serving severe sentences and other people aren't for the same offense?

For more information on this interview: The most powerful woman in cannabis

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Today's guest is Marnie Dobson Zimmerman, Ph.D. Associate Director of the Center for Social Epidemiology in Los Angeles, California, and Campaign Director of the Healthy Work Campaign. Healthy Work Campaign is a project of The Center for Social Epidemiology.Marnie discussed how the Healthy Work Campaign was started, and what the Healthy Work Survey is, and shared some information from that survey. Marnie and I discussed how a toxic work environment can affect an individual's performance and mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Betsy and Marnie discussed work overloads, handling grieving in the work environment, and how people in management would benefit from creating a positive atmosphere. Also discussed how employers should consider flexibility with employees who have children or who are caregivers. Everyone would enjoy working in a healthy positive environment.

Dr. Peter Schnall is co-director of the Healthy Work Campaign and Founder and director of the Center for Social Epidemiology which is a 501 (c)( 3 )Non-profit foundation. Healthy Work Campaign offers a variety of different resources on its website to help individuals and companies have a healthier work environment.

For more information: Toxic work environments can have major impact on you


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Gina Naumov is the first guest I had the pleasure of meeting in person before an interview that is in my local area! Gina Naumov has had her counseling business, New Start Counseling, LLC. since 2011 and is President/ CEO of New Start Groups which is a non-profit organization 501c3 that offers free workshops to Teens, Young Adults, Adults, and Adults Restorative Yoga since 2022!

Gina Naumov discusses why she became a Licensed Professional Counselor, and they discussed Gina was a survivor of child abuse, and how mental health care issues were not discussed back in the '70s, '80s, and even the '90s! Gina discussed her counseling business and how Gina became involved with the Woodbridge Police Department for the Juvenile Station House Adjustment Program.
We also discussed how trauma affects us even in our adult lives, the stigma surrounding mental healthcare issues, and why Gina started a Non-profit organization to help people be in a safe environment to discuss issues such as trauma, grieving, mindfulness, head and body connections, social anxiety and so much more.

Gina Naumov has a passion for helping others and would like people to know about New Start Groups. For more information, please connect with Gina Naumov to see how you can get involved and help others!

For more contact information: Trauma affects us even in our adult lives

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Today's guest is London Richards whom Betsy met through Facebook. When Betsy saw London's Facebook stories she knew London had a phenomenal story to share with her audience.

London Richards went from Teen Challenge Rehab to Real Estate Pro! In this hearttouching interview, London Richards discussed that his dad worked for Teen Challenge Rehab for 30 years and London was brought up in a Christian home. London discussed his many challenges such as having learning disabilities, ADHD, low self-esteem, feeling angry about how he felt about himself and his situation, getting into trouble with the law, battling drug and alcohol addiction, and even selling Fentanyl!

London discussed going through rehab many times and hitting rock bottom when he realized he was addicted to Fentanyl! London discusses how his faith sustained him through drug withdrawal, we discussed how we are all a" muddy mess", and how GOD gives us the strength to get through our challenges. London works in the acquisition part of real estate.

Betsy was very moved by London Richards's Story of how he turned his life around.

For more information: From Teen Challenge Rehab to Real Estate Pro


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