Today on the show I talk about the unfortunate recent shooting at a high school in Florida. I wanted to cover the stigma behind mental illness that comes out of these majorly sad events and talk to my listeners about what they can do to not be so consumed by such sad news. It's a heavy episode with a lot to cover, so I massively appreciate you listening.

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Today on the show I have Amanda Sloan and Thom Knight with me to discuss their work on ThankfulCow Solutions, a social agency focused on Coffee Shops and Restaurants. This dynamic duo, perfect for Valentine's day, happy V-day everyone, works together utilizing different strengths in media and social marketing to help their client niche...coffee shops and restaurants. We talk a bit about how they came across their niche, recent developments on their roles working together and what it's like to be working with your partner. We really get into some interest bits about supporting each other as partners through a business venture. It's a really fun and sweet episode as we get a glimpse into what works so well for these two.

Find out more about Thankful Cow at Thankfulcow.com, and on Facebook & Instagram at ThankfulCowSolutions.

Without further ado, welcome to the show Thom Knight and Amanda Sloan!

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Today on the show I'm flying solo to talk about Myers-Briggs personality types and how they can help you on your mental health journey. Learning that I'm an INTP has opened the doors for me to realize I have different strengths to offer the world and have often been trying to be something I'm not. Many introverts feel like they need to be more out there than they should be. We need time to think and process, some of us need to consider, strongly, the types of people we interact with. It's incredibly important to continue searching to find more about yourself to allow yourself to be completely who you are to avoid repressing thoughts, needs, and feelings that lead to many mental health struggles.

Disclaimer: I am not a mental health or Myers-Briggs professional, simply someone sharing their own experiences. If you're suffering from mental health difficulties please consult a mental health professional.

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Today on the show I have John Jones joining me to talk about his IT business in the UK and how he operated that business whilst having Executive Function Disorder (EFD). EFD makes it difficult for someone to strategize, plan and stay on deadline. Naturally, John has come up with tools and tactics over time that has allowed him to grow as a person and function as a business owner. He also employs a lot of similar techniques with raising his kids whom have some of their own difficulties. His partner is his rock and helps help with forward motion. John is a good man and was a pleasure to talk to! If you like practical advice for planning better and working with people based on your personal strengths. This is the show for you! Welcome John Jones!

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Today on the show I have Carrie Miller who is a post-divorce specialist to talk about how she helps people regain a sense of self after the difficult situation that is divorce. We take this opportunity to talk about my divorce and allow Carrie to show off her talents and expertise with my situation. She's been a very big help to me in making me realize a few key elements that took place in my relationship, helped me build more empathy for my formal partner, and helped me feel like on the right path to move forward healthily. Carrie can be found on her Facebook group Passion + Action. Without further ado, welcome Carrie Miller!

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Today on the show I have with me the wonderful Natalia Yungerlevi. She works with businesses to help them retain talent through assessment and teaching owners as well as employees on how to build a better working environment. That largely stems from taking good care of each other and listening to needs beyond what is typically expected.

She has also a personal story about her life and work in the foster care system. She's utilizing her skills in helping businesses in order to help the foster care system take better care of its youth through a non-profit called Blank Canvas Youth.

It was quite a lovely conversation and I'm happy to share her story. Without further ado, please welcome Natalia Yungerlevi!

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My guest this week is Malinda Baum who is a former firefighter and current visual artist aiming to help cancer patients reclaim their life through visual art therapy. She teaches people how to spend a little time each day with the craft regardless of skill level. She has a wonderful story that will surely inspire you! Welcome, Malinda!

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I joined Carrie Miller on a Facebook Live in her group Passion + Action to tell a bit of my story of divorce and heartbreak. Carrie is a post-divorce specialist with some amazing insight on helping someone not only survive after a divorce but to forgive themselves and find their individual identity. This is the audio of that talk. To find the video version go to Facebook and search for Passion + Action.

We also spoke about self-respect, social stigma, personal growth, and forgiving yourself. Please check out the show, give us a good rating and check out Carrie's group Passion + Action.

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2018 can be a big year for all of us if we finally join the year we're in. What does that mean? That means realizing that we have more control of the media landscape than we allow ourselves to believe. Everything we discuss or love is brought to us via more content. We're deciding what gets put in front of us. No longer do we live in a time where few entities control everything. So from a consumer standpoint, we need to take ownership of that for our own sanity.

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Today on the show we have a good friend of mine here chatting with me about borderline personality disorder, C-PTSD, OCD and a multitude of other topics. PersB Mental Health joins the show to talk about what she's got cooking for 2018, shares a bit about life with BPD, and where she's at in her personal journey. She's a young podcaster wise beyond her years, so this is a chat for everyone. Everyone give Pers some love!

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