Keep The Change

Addiction is a difficult road to navigate, and for many people, it can feel like there is no end in sight. But for some, there comes a turning point, a moment where they realize that they need help to change their story. This was the case for one person, who had been addicted to various substances for years and was burning out from the constant travel and hard work.

In this episode, we will hear the story of Jennifer Evans, the executive director of Grace Sober Living, who has been sober for four years now. Jennifer shares her story of how she overcame addiction, burnout, and mental health challenges. 

Jennifer's childhood was marked by trauma, including sexual molestation and her parents' divorce, which led her to start drinking at the age of 13. However, she was always a high functioning addict and was successful in her career, serving on nonprofit boards, and building a global hearing healthcare program around the world. Despite being successful, Jennifer found it exhausting and was always about performance, which led to burnout.

Jennifer felt that alcohol was a way to escape and numb the pain of her past. She felt that alcohol was exciting and that she could escape reality through it. However, she realized that her addiction was taking a toll on her life and she needed to seek help. Looking back, she realized that there were many times in their life where she could have made a different choice, where she could have chosen a different path. But it wasn't until she was truly ready to change that the opportunity presented itself.

Addiction is a difficult journey, but with the help of a higher power and the support of others, it is possible to overcome. It takes strength and courage to ask for help, but it is worth it in the end. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, remember that there is hope, and there is always a chance to change your story.

Jennifer now leads the day-to-day operations of Grace Sober Living and has developed a transformation program. She is excited to share her testimony, energy, and the victory she has achieved in her life. Jennifer's story is an inspiration for anyone struggling with addiction or past trauma, and her message is that recovery is possible.

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Will Ramsey (Will Ramsey Ignites) is the Care Pastor at Engage City Church, life coach, and motivational speaker. After experiencing the heartbreaking loss of his son, it was impressed upon Will that he needed to reach out and help lift others who are dealing with pain. 

In this episode we will explore the story of Will Ramsey, an author who recently published a book about his journey through grief and loss  'A Father's Journey through Darkness: Growth from the Loss of a Son,' Ramsey's story is one of resilience and hope, and it highlights the power of faith to help us navigate life's most challenging moments. Will shares the story of writing his book which talks about his experience of losing his son and the journey of the three years that followed.

Ramsey's journey began in February 2020 when he lost his son, Brock. This tragedy set him on a path of grief and self-discovery, and it ultimately led him to new opportunities for growth and healing. One of these opportunities was Car Church, a weekly gathering of car enthusiasts who also happen to be people of faith. Ramsey explains that Car Church was the first step in his journey towards hope and healing.

The idea for Car Church came to Ramsey during a morning show he used to host called The Morning Word with Will. During one of these shows, he felt called to bring together a group of people who shared his passion for cars and his love for God. The result was Car Church, a weekly gathering where people could come together to worship, pray, and talk about their cars.

Car Church quickly became a source of community and support for Ramsey and the people who attended. It was a place where they could share their struggles and their triumphs, and where they could find hope and encouragement in the midst of difficult times.

But Car Church was just the beginning of Ramsey's journey. Ramsey's story is a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is hope. With faith and the support of others, we can find the strength to overcome our struggles and emerge stronger and more resilient than ever before.

This story is a testament to the power of listening to God's call and being patient with the process. It also highlights the importance of respecting our loved ones' opinions and loving them unconditionally. If you're feeling called to something, pray, seek counsel, and allow God to guide your steps. Sometimes, it might not make sense at first, but trust that He knows what's best for you.

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In this episode, Bart shares some personal and powerful experiences from his 40 year career in the automobile business coaching salespeople, managers, and leaders. 

From joining the John Maxwell team, which led to him becoming a DISC behavior assessment pro expert and an executive director to his transition to focusing on more personal development topics and how he discovered the content from John's book, Developing the Leader Within You 2.0. He relates his experience with getting sober and overcoming other issues, and how the steps of recovery had a profound effect on his life. 

Bart also shares the secrets behind effective change management in any area of life. Drawing from his experiences in group coaching for top companies like Chick-fil-A, dealerships and construction companies, he discusses the importance of self-awareness and the need to know oneself before leading others or achieving goals. He breaks down his four-step approach to keeping the change, starting with identifying where you are and who you are. He encourages listeners to journal and visualize where they want to be and who they want to be. He also highlights the importance of understanding why you want what you want and how you can achieve it. 

He explores the importance of self-awareness and personal development in leadership. With a focus on four key steps to self-improvement, he encourages listeners to take a deep look at themselves, their beliefs, and their decision-making processes. From there, the episode delves into specific chapters from the book, "Developing the Leader Within You," and how these concepts can be applied in the workplace to foster positive change and growth for both individuals and teams. Through practical advice and personal anecdotes, the host provides listeners with valuable tools and insights for becoming the best leader, manager, and person they can be. Tune in for practical tips and personal insights into the process of effective change management.

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Nina Lockwood is a Conscious Living Coach, speaker, writer and artist.
She helps people stuck in the question “is this all there is for me?” find
clarity, simplicity and a renewed sense of purpose. Nina has had multiple
careers and happily describes herself as both a multipotentialite and
coddiewompler. Her journey has been enriched by her decades-long
immersion in the fields of psychology, spirituality, creativity, personal
development and energy medicine. Nina emphasizes the value of exploring
our profound deeper nature with its infinite potential for happiness,
creativity and unique self expression.

Nina helps people who long to live happier and more fulfilling lives find new
direction and purpose with more ease and less stress. From direct
experience, Nina has learned that when we lose our way, it’s because
we’ve lost touch with our true nature and what we value most deeply.
Finding our way back “home” to ourselves brings with it a deep sense of
aliveness, inner freedom and purpose. This inner GPS releases us from
chronic overthinking and unnecessary suffering, whether in our
professional or personal lives.

Nina is a contributor to Medium and Thrive Global and is the creator of the
podcast, Creativity Conversations with Nina Lockwood. She engages with
her clients through online courses, individual and group programs and
corporate offerings.

Nina’s website is www.ninalockwood.com.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-lockwood/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nina.lockwood

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninalockwood.nilo/

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In this episode of our podcast, we speak with Frank, a veteran in the automobile industry who shares his journey from managing different car dealerships to eventually joining Half a Car, the largest automobile sales training company in the world. Frank talks about the influence his mentor, Sam Jones, had on him and how he went on to implement the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous in running the company. 

Frank also opens up about his personal loss of his grandson to a heroin overdose and how that led him to rediscover his passion for life and his obedience to a higher power. He shares how the meetings he attended with his grandson helped him realize the importance of the first three steps in recovery, which he believes should be implemented in the sales training process.

Shares his journey, starting with his father, a seventh-grade educated man who taught him the mantra of "yesterday's history, tomorrow's a mystery, and today's a gift." This message has stayed with Frank throughout his life and has touched the lives of many others along the way.

Listen to Frank's story of how a chance encounter at a Cadillac dealership in Kentucky led him on a path of personal growth and self-discovery. As Frank shares his story, he reflects on his journey with Bart's addition that, "God has put you where he puts you."

Tune in to this emotional and inspiring episode as we delve into Frank's past, present, and future and discover how his message of hope and determination has made a lasting impact on those around him. Get ready to be inspired and join us for a cup of coffee.

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On this week's episode of Keep the Change, Bart joins Hannah Kirkpatrick. Hannah Kirkpatrick, who is the wife of Chris Kirkpatrick and was Mrs. American 2021 has a powerful story to share with us, one of pit pain and progress. She has walked a journey that we believe needs to be shared in order to help others.

As a mother of three and a wife, Hannah has experienced her fair share of difficulties. Despite being nervous about sharing her story, she understands the importance of being transparent and using her pain as a catalyst to help others. Her core calling in life is to be a conduit for the divine and to serve others, rather than putting herself on a pedestal.

The search for perfection is a topic that many of us can relate to. It is the drive to be the best we can be, to achieve the highest levels of success, and to be recognized for our efforts. However, what happens when this pursuit of perfection becomes all-consuming? When it starts to erode our authenticity and leave us feeling like we're living a lie?

Hannah shares her story of shifting from a place of perceived perfection to one of self-discovery and authenticity. We discuss how the quest for perfection can erode our true selves and how Hannah nearly lost herself in the process. Through this conversation, we explore the themes of self-discovery, vulnerability, and the power of embracing our imperfections.

In her journey towards self-discovery, Hannah discovered the power of authenticity. By embracing who she truly was, she was able to break free from the cycle of perfection and start living a more fulfilling life. She learned that the quest for perfection was, in fact, the greatest flaw in the world, and that the real shine comes from embracing our authentic selves.

Hannah's story is a powerful reminder that the pursuit of perfection can be harmful, and that the path to happiness and fulfillment lies in embracing our authenticity. By being true to ourselves, we can break free from the expectations of others and start living a life that is truly our own.

In this episode, Hannah takes us back to the beginning of her journey and shares what led her to a place of pain. She also talks about her experiences as Mrs. American and how it has changed her life. Hannah is a woman of change, a platform for change, and we believe that her story will be an inspiration to those who listen to it.

Join us as we listen to Hannah's powerful story and learn about the journey that led her to where she is today. Get ready to be inspired and blessed by this episode.

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This week, we have Terri Brinston, a registered nurse, teacher, international motivational speaker, life coach, consultant, and author. Her passion is helping people achieve their goals in life, and she has recently published a book called "Grateful for the Journey" that reflects on her journey and the challenges she faced during the Covid-19 pandemic.

In this episode, we explore the power of belief and how it can shape our lives. Our guest shares her personal story of how a spark of hope from her father helped her break out of some limiting beliefs that have helped change her life. 

It all started when her father became ill with colon cancer and she had the opportunity to care for him. During this time, her father suggested she become a nurse and this sparked a realization within her that she could be more than she ever thought possible.

She shares how she overcame her struggles with reading and low self-esteem, and how being vulnerable and asking for help was the key to her success. Through hard work, determination, and a positive attitude, Terry was able to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse and has since made a significant impact in the lives of others. She encourages others to never give up on their dreams and to always believe in themselves.

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with Terry and we hope her story inspires others to never give up on their dreams and to always believe in themselves.

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Dr. Anne Katona Linn is an educational and behavioral consultant who specializes in creating positive school climates for students and adults. She uses a coaching model and works with communities to achieve this goal. She has experience in supporting and teaching educators, administrators, and children, and specializes in mental health, substance use, special needs, bullying, and trauma prevention and intervention. She is a certified coach in the Competent Learner Model and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Behavior Disorders.

She is someone who has personally experienced the power of forgiveness and recovery in their own life. She shares her own personal journey, reflecting on her upbringing in Pennsylvania, and the car accident she experienced at the age of four that left her with PTSD and negative memories of her time in the hospital. She explains how she spent much of her life feeling like something was wrong with her and coping with triggers and panic attacks.

Dr. Anne's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of addressing trauma and mental health, and the need for more open and supportive conversations surrounding these topics. She also stresses the importance of understanding the impact of traumatic experiences on children, and the role schools and communities can play in creating a safe and positive environment for them.

She shares how she initially resisted the idea of recovery and wanted to achieve great accomplishments instead. But through a series of events and a choice retreat, she had a breakthrough moment where she cried and felt like a different person, and realized that God was using her broken pieces to help her become better and walk the path He had for her.

In today's society, the topic of trauma and its aftermath is still met with a lot of shame and stigma. It's important to remember that just because someone may not have reacted in the way we expect them to in a traumatic situation, it doesn't mean they are weak or at fault. In fact, the fight, flight, or freeze response is a natural reaction to traumatic events and it's something that none of us can truly predict.

Her journey is a powerful reminder that we can all overcome trauma and that with the right support and tools, we can live a life of significance and purpose. It's also important to remember that healing is a journey and it's not always a straight path. But with the right mindset, anything is possible.

Thank you for listening to Keep the Change, and we hope Dr. Anne's story will inspire others to seek help and support in addressing their own experiences with trauma and mental health. 

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Regina is a motivational speaker, John Maxwell coach and consultant, and a culture creator in her real estate company. She specializes in personal growth and communication classes and has a natural ability to connect with people. Regina hosts the Women of Empowered Living and Real Life on Facebook page with 2.3 million followers, and also runs a local Riverside Pizza franchise with her husband. When not working, Regina spends time with her husband, playing piano, and working with the non-profit Kares 4 Kids.

In this podcast episode, Regina shares her valuable insights on personal growth, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence. She discusses the importance of self-reflection and how journaling can play a crucial role in achieving this. Regina shares her perspective on journaling and how it serves as a tool for self-awareness and growth. She also talks about her experiences working at a Mental Health Resource Center and how that has influenced her perspective on personal growth.

Throughout the conversation, Regina emphasizes the importance of self-leadership and how journaling can help individuals better understand themselves and make necessary changes to improve themselves. She also mentions the impact of journaling, especially through a gratitude journal, on the mind and how it can force one to reflect on what was learned and what must be changed in order to continue growing.

In addition to discussing self-reflection and journaling, Regina and Bart delve into the topic of leadership. Regina shares her passion for working with different companies to develop the leader within, and how journaling is a tool that can help individuals achieve this. Her relatable and inspiring journey, including her background in a military family, her career in real estate, and her current life as a business owner and coach, make her a valuable asset to anyone looking to improve their self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

Regina discusses the importance of understanding one's "why" and "how" in personal growth and self-awareness. They highlight the value of using assessments such as DISC and emotional intelligence (EQ) in order to better understand oneself and how to effectively interact with others. The speaker also shares personal anecdotes of their own experiences using these tools, and how they have helped them to improve their relationships and business interactions. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the ability to manage one's own behavior and emotions in order to bring out the best in oneself and others.

This episode is a thought-provoking conversation that delves into the power of self-reflection, journaling, and self-leadership, and how they can help individuals to achieve personal growth and lead better lives.

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Growing up in the 1970s as the child of lesbian moms was not easy for Brandon Barnum. At a time when homosexuality was not widely accepted, Brandon faced bullying and discrimination because of his family dynamic. Rather than let this negativity bring him down, Brandon learned to mask his true self and adapt to his surroundings by constantly moving and attending different schools. Despite facing bullying and discrimination, Brandon learned the importance of connecting with people and being authentic. His parents' constant moving, which took him from one school to the next every year from kindergarten to sixth grade, taught him how to quickly connect with people and make the best of any situation.

Despite the challenges he faced, Brandon's upbringing also gave him a unique perspective and the ability to connect with others on a deeper level. He learned the value of authenticity and the importance of being true to oneself, even in the face of adversity.

Today, Brandon is a successful salesperson, but his journey to success was not always smooth. He faced struggles and setbacks, but he persevered and never lost sight of his goals. In addition to his professional pursuits, Brandon is also a devoted husband and father of three. He credits his faith and his daily practice of worship and prayer with helping him maintain a positive outlook and stay grounded.

Brandon's message to others is one of hope and encouragement. He believes that no matter how difficult life may seem, there is always light at the end of the tunnel. His own life story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of staying true to oneself, even when it is difficult. Brandon is a living example of the transformative power of faith and the ability to overcome any obstacle with hard work and determination.

Brandon shares his journey and offers encouragement for anyone going through difficult times, reminding us that there is always light at the end of the tunnel.

Brandon has had a successful career in various industries, including network marketing, mortgage lending, and professional speaking and sales training.

In addition to his business ventures, Brandon has a strong focus on philanthropy and giving back to others. His current business, hoa.com, aims to connect homeowners and trusted professionals through online community pages and community impact events, with the goal of strengthening relationships within neighborhoods. Brandon's future plans include continuing to grow and expand hoa.com and sharing his message of inspiration, impact, and empowerment with as many people as possible.

His message to others is to persevere through tough times and remember that there is light at the end of the tunnel. So, stay tuned for this inspiring conversation with Brandon Barnum.

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