Paul Napper, PhD: The Power of Agency

The fast pace of today’s world is creating a silent epidemic that’s impacting our physical and emotional well-being. According to Dr. Paul Napper, our accelerated lifestyles, always-on technology, and ever-increasing job demands, have created a tsunami of overwhelm and anxiety. Dr. Napper warns that we’ve lost our agency, which is the ability to deal with stress and act as an effective agent for ourselves. Dr. Napper leads a management psychology practice. He has held an advanced fellowship during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School, and is the co-author of the book, The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.

Paul O'Brien: Intuitive Intelligence

What happens when a vision of creative freedom, courageous risk-taking, and good timing come together? According to Paul O’Brien, the answer is a life filled with success on your own terms. Paul teaches a process for making the best strategic decisions with an ever-improving sense of timing. He is the author of Intuitive Intelligence: Make Life-Changing Decisions with Perfect Timing.

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Stephen G. Post, PhD: Human Connectedness

According to Dr. Stephen Post, there are no coincidences in this world. He believes that perfectly timed and connected occurrences are guidance from God and proof of humanity’s fundamental oneness, Infinite Mind. He discusses the essential meaning of life and the messages we all may miss unless we begin paying close attention. Dr. Post marries medicine and philosophy to inspire us to deepen our own happiness, health and success by lifting up the people around us. He is the founder of the Institute for Research on Unlimited Love, and is a frequent contributor to The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and Time magazine. Dr. Post is the author of the new book, God and Love on Route 80: The Hidden Mystery of Human Connectedness.

Lynne Kelly: Improving Memory

The brain is a muscle and like the body, it needs exercise. Unfortunately, the brain no longer gets the workout our ancestors gave it, and therefore, we have lost the ability to memorize large amounts of information. Lynn Kelly offers memory techniques and strategies to help us tap in to the extraordinary capacity of the brain. Lynne is the author of the book, Memory Craft.

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Michael Gelb: Healing Organizations

Corporations today are viewed as having a focus on profits over people and the environment. But according to Michael Gelb, this approach to capitalism is no longer viable. He believes that we are at a point where businesses must take the lead in being a healing force, and that this approach may make them more profitable because the profits are rooted in human flourishing. Michael is an authority on the application of genius thinking to personal and organizational development. He helps organizations around the world develop more creative, innovative, and conscious cultures. He is the co-author of the new book, The healing Organization: Awakening the Conscience of Business to Help Save the World.

Antonio Sacre: The Benefits of Storytelling

People have been telling stories for generations, they are part of the human experience. Today, researchers are exploring how stories can affect people and they’re learning about what happens in the brain when we hear stories. Antonio Sacre is a storyteller who has inspired children worldwide to gather their own family stories and become storytellers themselves. His stories has been published in award winning books and audio recordings, and he has helped educators teach writing to students from preK through graduate school. Now, Antonio’s stories are being developed for film and television.

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David Kessler: Finding Meaning
Many are familiar with the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Now, according to David Kessler, there is a sixth stage. David is an expert on healing and loss, and author of several books including On Grief and Grieving, which he co-authored with Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. In his new book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief, he journeys beyond the classic five stages to discover a sixth stage, meaning. David argues that it’s finding meaning that can transform grief into a more peaceful and hopeful experience. David’s first book, The Needs of the Dying is a #1 best-selling hospice book that received praise from Mother Teresa. David’s work has been featured on CNN, NBC, Fox, PBS, and Dr Oz. He is a contributing writer for Oprah.com, Dr. Oz’s Sharecare.com, and Anderson Cooper 360.

Moziah Bridges: Follow Your Dream
Running a successful business is challenging for anyone, but just imagine what it is like for a child. When Moziah Bridges was 9, he appeared on Shark Tank to pitch his business, Mo’s Bows. Ever since Mo was introduced to millions of viewers, Mo has become a pro. Along the way, he’s been mentored by Daymond John and has even visited with former President Obama. He discusses his journey from a kid with an idea to the leader of an internationally recognized brand. Mo was named one of Time Magazine‘s 30 Most Influential Teens and Fortune‘s 18 under 18. He is the author of the book, Mo’s Bows: A Young Person’s Guide to Startup Success.

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Christian Conte, PhD: Confronting Conflict

Today, more than ever, it seems like people are emotionally charged – on edge ready for conflict. It is so easy to get caught up in that energy. According to Dr. Christian Conte, anger is natural and we’re not wrong or bad for feeling it, but it can lead to acting impulsively, with regrettable consequences. Dr. Conte discusses how we can deal with anger and inflamed emotions. Dr. Conte is a counselor, a certified domestic violence counselor, and a certified Level V anger management specialist. He was the resident therapist on VH1’s Family Therapy, co-host of USA Network’s The Secret Life of Kids, and co- host of Spike TV’s Coaching Bad with football Hall of Famer, Ray Lewis. He is the author of the book, Walking Through Anger: A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotional Charged World.

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Robert Kerbeck: Malibu Burning

In November of 2018, there was a destructive wildfire in California’s Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. The LA Times reported that it was clear from the beginning that the Woolsey fire had the potential to be a monster. As the fire approached his community, Robert Kerbeck, along with his wife and son, fought to save their home. He shares his experience and talks about the lessons that he learned. Robert is an award winning actor and writer whose essays and short stories have been adapted to film, theater, and now his first book, Malibu Burning: The Real Story Behind LA’s Most Devastating Wild Fire.

Bethany Hamilton: Soul Surfer

When Bethany Hamilton was 13 years old, she lost her left arm to a 14-foot tiger shark. At the time, she was a rising surf star and the attack seemed to end her dream career. But, one month after the attack, Bethany returned to surfing and within two years she had won her first national surfing title. At 17, she realized her dream of surfing professionally. Bethany’s faith and iron will prove that anything in life can be accomplished, no matter what the obstacle. As Bethany says, “I don’t need easy, I just need possible. Bethany is a professional surfer, author and motivational speaker.

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Sharon Robinson: Child of the Dream

The name Jackie Robinson is synonymous with breaking down barriers, which he did throughout his life. Sharon Robinson is the daughter of baseball legend and civil rights icon, Jackie Robinson. Growing up, Sharon experienced some of the most important events in history, including the March on Washington. Sharon is the author of numerous children’s books honoring her father’s accomplishments and legacy. She is an educational consultant for Major League Baseball and currently serves as vice chairman of the Jackie Robinson Foundation. Sharon is the founder of Breaking Barriers, a baseball-themed national character education curriculum that helps empower students to overcome obstacles in their lives.

Robert Greene: The Laws of Human Nature

With the majority of human interaction happening online, our ability to read human emotion and non-verbal cues, and our capacity to control our own emotions has weakened considerably. Robert Greene teaches how we can recognize unconscious behavior in both ourselves and others so that we can avoid the mistakes often made out of emotion. Robert is an internationally recognized expert on power strategies. He is the New York Times bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power. His new book is The Laws of Human Nature.

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Susan Piver: The Truths of Love

The world is full of people with broken hearts, broken spirits, and broken relationships. The pain of a broken relationship is very real, and the grief may feel debilitating. Why is it so difficult to make relationships work? New York Times bestselling author and mindfulness expert, Susan Piver, applies classic Buddhist wisdom to modern romance to show that ancient philosophies have timeless—and unexpected—wisdom on how to love. Susan teaches strategies to connect more deeply with others. Susan’s work has been featured on Oprah, Today, CNN, and in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Money, and others.

Dibs Baer: The Concrete Jungle

Violence was a way of life for the girls of Mott Middle School in the South Bronx. Some woke up to it at home, and others dodged it on the way to school. Vicious physical fights broke out in classrooms, hallways, and bathrooms. These girls filed their fingernails into sharp points because they had to be ready to go at any time. Then a new coach joined the ranks at Mott Middle, and a new program began: girl’s softball. Dibs Baer, author of Lady Tigers in the Concrete Jungle talks about what happened next.    

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Daniel Amen, MD:Change Your Brain

Can you really change your brain? According to Dr. Daniel Amen, you’re not stuck with the brain you’re born with. You can change it and change your life. Dr. Amen is one of America’s leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. He has authored or coauthored 70 professional articles and more than 30 books, including the New York Times bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. Dr. Amen has appeared on numerous television shows including Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and The View. He was a consultant for the movie Concussion, starring Will Smith, and he appeared on the Emmy-winning show, The Truth About Drinking.

Taya Kyle: An American Wife

Taya Kyle, the widow of 'American Sniper' Chris Kyle, shares her private story, an unforgettable testament to the power of love, faith and service in the face of war and unimaginable loss. Taya founded the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation in honor of her late husband Chris Kyle, legendary U.S. Navy SEAL, and author of the bestsellers American Sniper and American Gun. The foundation is devoted to strengthening the marriages of veterans and first responders. An active public speaker, Taya inspires others to find strength and persevere through struggles. Taya is the author of the book, American Wife.

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Sonia Choquette: Trust Your Vibes

We have great inner wisdom inside of us that is there to guide us. But, because it’s something we can’t see, we often think it doesn’t exist or doesn’t matter, and therefore we dismiss it believing our feelings are irrelevant. According to Sonia Choquette, nothing could be further from the truth. Sonia believes that trusting your vibes is the key to life. She talks about ways we can shift out of pain and frustration, and into a positive happier experience. Sonia has written 27 internationally best-selling books about intuitive awakening, personal and creative growth, and the transformational leadership capabilities that reside within. She is the author of The Answer is Simple.

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