Pockets of Knowledge

In this inspiring episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley chats with Danita Cummins, founder of Cummins Consulting Group, defense consultant, veteran, and nonprofit leader. Danita shares her incredible journey from serving in the Air Force and working as a defense contractor to becoming a faith-driven entrepreneur and leadership coach. Her story highlights resilience, adaptability, and the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Danita discusses her experiences navigating career transitions, including launching Cummins Consulting Group in 2021, which provides strategic planning and coaching for defense and technology companies. She emphasizes the value of a growth mindset, mentoring, and the power of asking hard questions to uncover new paths forward. Danita also opens up about her faith and how it shaped her approach to leadership, community service, and personal fulfillment.

A key highlight is her book ‘Promise Over Purpose,’ which redefines the common search for purpose by focusing on the promises we can hold onto during life’s challenges. Her exploration of purpose and promises encourages listeners to shift their perspective from chasing a singular purpose to trusting the promises that guide them through difficult seasons. Danita reflects on the sanctity of suffering, sharing how she found more profound meaning and connection through challenging times. She underscores that leadership begins with leading yourself and understanding your values and that purpose is about living with intention and trust in each moment. 

This conversation is packed with wisdom and practical advice for anyone seeking personal or professional growth. 

Bio:

Danita Cummins is a seasoned career and business coach with nearly 30 years of experience in the Department of Defense, where she has led diverse teams in Special Operations and cutting-edge technology deployments. In her transformative book 'Promise over Purpose,' Danita offers a refreshing perspective on achieving a fulfilling life by shifting focus from the relentless pursuit of purpose to grounding oneself in God's promises.

In Promise over Purpose, Danita challenges conventional wisdom with her straightforward approach, advocating for a promise-driven life filled with peace and joy.

Danita is also the Founding Director of the Alpha Life Pregnancy Center, where she supports women through pregnancy decisions, parenting, adoption, and infant loss. She hosts the Entrusted to Lead Podcast, exploring the intersection of leadership and faith-driven values. Her passion for creating meaningful, one-on-one coaching experiences shines through in every aspect of her work, helping leaders and organizations achieve their full potential.

Connect with Danita:

Email

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

Books mentioned:

Promise Over Purpose: Unveiling the Path to a Peace-filled Life by Danita Cummins

Redeeming Your Time: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive by Jordan Raynor

Podcasts mentioned:

Entrusted to Lead with Danita Cummins

The Book Marketing Action Podcast with Becky Robinson

Novel Marketing Podcast with Thomas Umstattd Jr

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. This episode may contain advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

In this inspiring episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley speaks with Nancy Dillingham Marks, founder of Glass Arts Collective, about her journey from a structured corporate career to discovering her passion for fused glass art. Nancy shares how her creative spark was ignited by a simple class she attended with her mother, which eventually led to the creation of her own art studio. What began as a personal exploration turned into a thriving space for fostering creativity and connection.

Nancy reflects on the challenges of opening Glass Arts Collective in January 2020, just before the pandemic. She used the downtime to refine her skills, rethink her approach, and lay the foundation for a vibrant community of artists. Her studio has since become a sanctuary where people can explore their creativity, relieve stress, and uncover hidden talents. From hosting classes to running a gift shop featuring unique, handmade pieces, Nancy has created an environment that celebrates individuality and the beauty of imperfection.

The episode emphasizes that creativity can emerge at any stage of life if you’re open to trying new things. Nancy highlights how fused glass art is an approachable medium blending technique with personal expression, and she encourages embracing imperfections in both art and life to uncover unexpected beauty and growth. She also introduces her podcast, The Artistic Exchange, where she will explore the passions and journeys of artists from diverse mediums. For those interested in fused glass or supporting local artists, Nancy shares how to visit her studio in Thousand Oaks, California, or shop her collection of handcrafted pieces online. This episode showcases the transformative power of art, community, and embracing life’s unexpected turns.

Bio:

Nancy Dillingham Marks, a Fused Glass Artist. After a 35 year corporate career, she took a creative leap and found her passion in fused glass art. Her journey began with a single class, despite her initial self-doubt about having any artistic talent. To her surprise, she discovered a knack for working with glass and embraced the imperfect beauty of her creations. Recognizing a gap in the market for unique, handmade gifts, she founded Glass Arts Collective, a local glass art studio. Here, she shares my passion, enabling others to explore glass art and witness their creative visions take shape. Don’t miss the chance to join the artistic journey at Glass Arts Collective!

Nancy's background encompasses areas of human resources, payroll, accounting, operations, purchasing, customer service, sales,  teaching, and more.  Nancy has been able to to travel to all 50 states and continues to love travel and learning about other cultures.

Learn more about Nancy's "just do it" approach to life.

Connect with Nancy:

Website: https://www.glassartscollective.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nancy.marks1/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassartscollective/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancymarks/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@glassartscollective

Podcasts mentioned:

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In this episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley talks with Katharine Giovanni, speaker, trainer, and intuitive advisor, about the transformative power of forgiveness. Drawing from her experiences with childhood trauma, addiction, and healing, Katharine shares insights from her book, The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power. Her book offers worksheets and mantras for listeners seeking guidance to help navigate the journey.

She explains forgiveness as a personal act to free yourself from anger and bitterness, offering a step-by-step system that starts with small offenses and builds toward deeper wounds. Katharine uses vivid examples to show how holding onto anger blocks joy and growth and highlights the importance of forgiving people, places, objects, and oneself.

Referencing scientific studies like Dr. Masaru Emoto’s research on emotions and water, she explores how anger impacts the body and how forgiveness can promote healing. Katharine provides practical tools to guide listeners on this journey.

This episode is perfect for anyone ready to release past hurts and embrace a life of joy and empowerment.

Bio:

Katharine Giovanni is a three-time award-winning best-selling author, dynamic speaker, advisor, and forgiveness coach. She is recognized as one of the original founders of the independent concierge industry.

With over a dozen published books to her name, Katharine delves deep into the transformative art of forgiveness. Unlike conventional wisdom that simply urges you to forgive, her latest work provides a groundbreaking step-by-step process. She explores the intricacies of forgiving the unforgivable and guides readers through truly letting go of past hurts and moving forward with authenticity.

Katharine’s journey is as inspiring as it is enlightening. From surviving stage 3 breast cancer to overcoming a turbulent childhood marked by a suicide attempt, she has emerged with profound insights into resilience and forgiveness. Her personal experiences have shaped her understanding of human dynamics, and she openly shares these invaluable lessons with compassion and clarity.

Beyond forgiveness, Katharine is passionate about unleashing the power of intuition in everyday life. Having kept her own intuitive gifts hidden for years, she now empowers others to embrace and harness their innate sixth sense. She believes that recognizing and cultivating intuitive abilities can revolutionize workplace dynamics, fostering deeper insights and innovation among colleagues.

Whether through her books, speaking engagements, or consulting sessions, Katharine Giovanni is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations tap into their full potential. Her approach is refreshingly practical and deeply transformative, making her a sought-after voice in the fields of forgiveness, intuition, personal empowerment, and the concierge and hospitality industries. 

Connect with Katharine:

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

Books mentioned:

The Ultimate Path To Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power by Katharine C. Giovanni

The Little Bird on Your Shoulder: Tapping Into Your Intuition To Get The Answers You Need Fast by Katharine C. Giovanni

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional. This episode may contain advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

In this insightful episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley engages in a meaningful conversation with Stacey Chazin, founder of iFactor Leadership and a proud introvert. Stacey shares her personal and professional journey, from navigating societal expectations of extroversion to discovering her strengths as an introverted leader. She reveals how embracing her authentic self led her to create iFactor Leadership, a coaching platform that empowers introverts to thrive in leadership and beyond. Stacey discusses the importance of self-awareness, leveraging tools like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) to uncover personal strengths and preferences. She explains how understanding one’s “alphabet soup” of personality traits fosters better communication, teamwork, and leadership. Through practical tips, Stacey emphasizes how introverts can confidently own their strengths, communicate their needs, and navigate challenges like workplace recognition, burnout, and job interviews.

Stacey highlights key personal and professional growth strategies, including the power of self-awareness in leadership, techniques for excelling in communication and networking, and methods to prepare for promotions and job interviews while staying true to one’s authentic self. She also shares how introverts can avoid burnout by creating supportive environments and recognizing their unique contributions. Additionally, she introduces her upcoming self-paced digital course, The Introvert’s Leadership Formula, designed to help introverts communicate effectively, prevent burnout, and advance their careers.

This episode is a must-listen for introverts and anyone seeking to understand how embracing authenticity can unlock their full potential. 

Bio:

Stacey Chazin, a dynamic leadership development coach and proud introvert, is rewriting the narrative on introversion. Having grappled with societal expectations that favored extraversion, Stacey underwent a remarkable transformation. Instead of conforming to societal pressures, she embraced her introverted qualities, turning them into powerful assets that allowed her to thrive both professionally and personally. Now, as a fervent advocate and coach for introverts, Stacey draws on her extensive corporate and non-profit experience, a master’s degree in organizational development and leadership, and certification as a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) practitioner to empower introverts, guiding them toward self-acceptance, fulfillment, and success in the workplace and beyond.

Connect with Stacey:

Website: https://ifactorleadership.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IFactorLeadership

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chazinconsulting/

Resources:

https://ifactorleadership.com/productivity/

Books mentioned:

Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain (Author) - https://amzn.to/4gmX76O

Podcasts mentioned:

The Quiet and Strong Podcast by David Hall - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quiet-and-strong-podcast-especially-for-introverts/id1546776054

The Mel Robbins Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mel-robbins-podcast/id1646101002

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. This episode may contain advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

In this enlightening episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley welcomes Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, a holistic wellness platform dedicated to empowering women navigating the challenges of perimenopause and postmenopause. Amita shares her personal journey through perimenopause, which inspired her to create a supportive space offering tools, resources, and expert guidance to women worldwide.

Amita discusses common myths surrounding menopause, emphasizing that it’s not just about hot flashes and night sweats. She highlights the emotional, mental, and physical impacts of hormonal fluctuations and stresses the importance of understanding menopause as a unique experience for every woman, influenced by genetics, diet, and cultural factors. Amita also dives into the societal taboos surrounding menopause and sexual health, advocating for safe, judgment-free spaces where women can seek support and guidance.

Amita’s forthcoming app aims to provide affordable, credible information and resources to empower women to make informed decisions about their health.

Amita’s candid insights and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for women of all ages looking to better understand and navigate the stages of menopause. Learn more at NourishDoc.com and follow their updates on social media for research, tips, and the latest on their upcoming app.

Bio:

Amita is co-founder of NourishDoc, a holistic wellness platform focused on empowering women through their hormonal transition from PMS—peri- to post-menopausal years! She has developed a culture-sensitive, affordable, innovative self-care app. Inspired by her own struggles, she designed holistic self-care and assisted care with experts to bring the taboo subject of Menopause to the open.

Connect with Amita:

Website: https://www.nourishdoc.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nourishdoc/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourish_doc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amita-sharma-nourishdoc/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nourishdoc

Books mentioned:

The XX Brain: The Groundbreaking Science Empowering Women to Maximize Cognitive Health and Prevent Alzheimer's Disease by Lisa Mosconi - https://amzn.to/4f1SBK2

Podcasts mentioned:

Sadhguru Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sadhguru-podcast-of-mystics-and-mistakes/id347854569

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. This episode may contain advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

In this inspiring episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley welcomes Elizabeth Pritchard PhD, co-founder of the WALT (Women Authentic Leadership Training) Institute, to discuss the transformative power of authenticity, resilience, and leadership. Elizabeth shares her journey from a successful career in occupational therapy to co-founding an institute that empowers women globally. With expertise in neuroscience, education, and personal development, she highlights how small mindset tweaks, such as pausing, noticing, and choosing, can rewire neural pathways and enhance leadership skills. 

Redefining resilience as "bouncing forward," Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of recognizing past successes and creating intentional growth. She also explores the critical role of self-talk and intention, showing how congruence between thoughts, emotions, and actions can foster personal and professional success. Through the four pillars of authentic leadership—self-awareness, self-regulation, psychological capital, and agency—Elizabeth demonstrates how leaders can inspire others while staying true to themselves.

Her expertise and passion shine as she encourages listeners to step into their best selves with confidence and purpose, making this episode a rich resource for building resilience and stepping into authenticity.

Bio:

Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard, a distinguished international keynote speaker, researcher, and leadership coach from Aotearoa, New Zealand, currently based in Melbourne Australia. She is a trailblazer in cultivating Authentic Leadership among women executives and leaders. 

As Co-founder and Director of the Women Authentic Leadership Training Institute (WALT Institute), Elizabeth's three-decade career spans neuroscience, leadership, and research. Having triumphed over childhood adversity, Elizabeth inspires women to discover their influential voice and lead themselves and others toward success.

Connect with Elizabeth:

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

YouTube

Resources:

https://www.waltinstitute.com/cultivating-authentic-leadership-ebook/

Books mentioned:

The Hidden Messages in Water Paperback by Masaru Emoto (Author)

Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One Paperback by Dr. Joe Dispenza (Author)

The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer (Author)

Living Untethered: Beyond the Human Predicament by Michael A. Singer (Author)

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. Please note that individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

In this transformative episode of the Pockets of Knowledge podcast, host Desiree Stanley sits down with Catherine Duncan, an author, spiritual consultant, and holistic healer. Catherine shares her inspiring life journey, from surviving childhood cancer and a near-death experience while whitewater rafting to leaving a successful corporate career and finding her true calling in spiritual consulting and resilience training.

Catherine discusses the importance of listening inward, living a heart-centered life, and connecting with something greater. She outlines practical steps to cultivate mindfulness and presence, encouraging listeners to create daily rituals that anchor them in the moment. Catherine also shares her powerful five practices for emotional and spiritual healing, as detailed in her book, "Everyday Awakening: Five Practices for Living Fully, Feeling Deeply, and Coming into Your Heart and Soul," endorsed by Mel Robbins.

Catherine’s insights on the connection between our mind, body, and spirit offer a fresh perspective on how to live more fully and find peace in everyday moments. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that promises to leave you feeling inspired and empowered.

Bio:

Catherine Duncan is an integrative spiritual consultant and first-time author. Her book Everyday Awakening was released in July 2023. After two near-death experiences, Catherine left a lucrative corporate job with Time Magazine to study theology and become a chaplain at a Level 1 trauma hospital and later a hospice chaplain accompanying thousands of people at end of life. Today, Catherine runs a private practice counseling attorneys, doctors, business executives, and people searching for more. She helps people open into their true nature and live from their heart and soul.

Everyday Awakening shares gleanings from Catherine's personal life, client work, and most importantly, what it means to be fully alive. Her book, endorsed by Mel Robbins,  is "your roadmap for living a fully engaged life."

Connect with Catherine:

Website

https://www.catherineduncan.org/

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

TikTok

Books mentioned:

Everyday Awakening: Five Practices for Living Fully, Feeling Deeply, and Coming into Your Heart and Soul by Catherine Duncan (Author)

Polishing the Mirror Paperback by Ram Dass (Author)

The Power Is Within You by Louise L. Hay (Author) 

You Can Heal Your Life Paperback by Louise Hay (Author)

Don't Believe Everything You Think: Why Your Thinking Is The Beginning & End Of Suffering (Beyond Suffering Book 1) by Joseph Nguyen (Author)

Podcasts mentioned:

10% Happier with Dan Harris

Oprah Super Soul

Neon Jazz with Joe Dimino

Paranormal 60 with Dave Schrader

A Sharper Life with Nikki Sharp

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Questions? Contact me through my website, www.PocketsofKnowledge.com, or find me on Instagram @desireedstanley. Thanks for listening!

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. Please note that individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

In this thought-provoking episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley sits down with the inspiring Leslie Draffin, a certified holistic self-improvement coach, women’s microdosing and somatic guide, and former TV news anchor. Leslie shares her transformative journey from battling severe anxiety, depression, and feelings of unworthiness to discovering the profound healing power of microdosing and somatic practices. Through her personal experience, Leslie opens up about the impact of societal expectations on women’s health and how reconnecting with her body’s natural rhythms became a key part of her recovery.

Leslie explains how microdosing psychedelic mushrooms can be a powerful tool for women, helping to alleviate anxiety, improve mental health, and regulate hormonal cycles. She also delves into the science behind microdosing, its benefits for neuroplasticity, and how it can assist in overcoming deeply ingrained self-limiting beliefs. The conversation expands to cover womb reconnection practices, the importance of embracing sensuality for healing trauma, and practical, non-intimidating methods for grounding into the body.

Listeners will walk away with actionable insights on how to integrate gentle self-care and mindfulness practices into their lives, as well as a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.

Join us for a transformative conversation that breaks boundaries and provides practical tools for living a more authentic, joyful, and connected life. 

Bio:

Leslie Draffin is a women's somatic coach, psychedelic microdosing guide, breath & meditation teacher & menstrual cycle educator. She helps midlife women embrace their bodies, sex, and psychedelics so they can overcome the wound of unworthiness, get free from mental health challenges, and build a life they're excited about. Leslie believes somatic practices like breathwork, along with sacred Earth medicine, have the power to bring us home to ourselves, awaken our authenticity, and heal the trauma locked within our subconscious.

As a somatic psychedelic guide, I now help women just like me connect with the divine inside of them, heal their relationship to their body, feel more pleasure (which also helps heal trauma) and overcome mental health struggles when traditional talk therapy has failed them. 

Connect with Leslie:

Website

Facebook

Instagram

LinkedIn

YouTube

Resources:

This free guide takes the guesswork out of micro-dosing

The SHIFT Method

Yoni Pleasure Palace

Insight Timer App

Books:

Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter A. Levine (Author), Ann Frederick (Contributor)

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. (Author)

The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation by Deb Dana (Author), Stephen W. Porges PhD (Foreword)

The Psilocybin Handbook for Women: How Magic Mushrooms, Psychedelic Therapy, and Microdosing Can Benefit Your Mental, Physical, and Spiritual Health (Guides to Psychedelics & More) by Jennifer Chesak (Author)

Burning Woman Paperback by Lucy H Pearce (Author)

Podcasts:

The Light Within with Leslie Draffin

Mindful in Minutes with Kelly Smith

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If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your friends so that they can be educated, informed, inspired, and empowered!

Contact me through my website, www.PocketsofKnowledge.com, or find me on Instagram @desireedstanley. Thanks for listening!

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. Please note that individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

In this episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley welcomes Amy Lenius, Director of Group Coaching at Next Level University, to discuss the transformative journey of holistic self-improvement. Amy shares her personal experiences, from overcoming endometriosis to her dedication to holistic health. They delve into the importance of self-awareness, sustainable self-care, and understanding women’s hormonal cycles to enhance personal and professional growth. Amy introduces listeners to the "Consistency Star," a framework she uses to foster consistency and self-belief in various aspects of life.

Together, they explore practical tips for women striving to balance motherhood, business, and self-care, while Amy explains why "balance" is a myth and "flow" is a more empowering mindset. She also shares her passion for public speaking and the supportive environment she’s found at Next Level University, where she helps others achieve incremental self-improvement. Desiree and Amy also discuss the critical role of self-worth and self-care, inspiring listeners to embrace small, sustainable actions that lead to long-term success.

Tune in to hear inspiring insights on taking those small steps toward a better, healthier, and more fulfilled life!

Bio:

After dealing with chronic illness from a young age and going through the journey of learning to heal not only inside but also outside (which will always be a never-ending journey!)has helped me to become the empowered and passionate woman I am today. 

My healing journey led me to discover and embody the abundance of a holistic lifestyle. I have learned the power of understanding the importance of your internal environment, how it reflects outwardly, and how your external environment deeply affects your internal world. We can not compartmentalize ourselves into believing that all the parts of our lives and the different hats that we wear don't affect others. 

All this work has also taught me that we are all in our own unique version of this. YOU as the incredible individual that you are is unique. This means in order to thrive, you need to not only discover what words like health, success, peace, purpose, fulfillment, and abundance mean to you, but you need to own that and learn to thrive from that space. 

Holistic healing, holistic self-improvement, self-awareness, and learning to build my self-belief and self-worth have all been pillars in my journey, and I am dedicated to guiding others in doing the same.  

My passion is speaking into others lives and facilitating a space to help others lean into their own unique version of holistic peace, purpose and potential!

Connect with Amy:

Email

Website

Facebook

Facebook Group

Instagram

Books mentioned:

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear

The Compound Effect (10th Anniversary Edition): Jumpstart Your Income, Your Life, Your Success by Darren Hardy

Podcasts mentioned:

Next Level University with Kevin Palmiri and Alan Lazaros – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-level-university/id1221110027

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Enjoy this Podcast? If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your friends so that they can be educated, informed, inspired and empowered!

Questions? Contact me through my website, www.PocketsofKnowledge.com, or find me on Instagram @desireedstanley. Thanks for listening!

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This podcast is intended to educate, inspire, and empower you on your personal journey. Please note that individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

This is not intended to treat any medical condition. I am not a medical doctor and do not offer any professional health or medical advice. If you are suffering from any medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional.

In this engaging episode of Pockets of Knowledge, host Desiree Stanley sits down with author, indie publisher, and soon-to-be TV show host Winnifred Tataw. Winnie shares her inspiring journey from writing her first book on a whim to establishing her own indie publishing company, Wins Books. She reflects on the early encouragement from her family, especially her parents, who helped her believe in her creative dreams.

The conversation delves into the motivations and challenges behind starting her publishing company, which she founded after many authors reached out for guidance and support in the indie publishing world. Winnie discusses the importance of editorial support, the collaborative role of editors, and the intricacies of navigating the marketing landscape as an indie author. She highlights her The Gods’ Scion series, a fantasy saga that intricately weaves family dynamics and sibling relationships within a rich world of mythology and magic.

Winnie also touches on the upcoming launch of Winn’s Literary Lounge, her TV show aimed at spotlighting authors and fostering a love for reading. Throughout the episode, she offers valuable insights for aspiring writers on developing a writing process, marketing strategies, and building a supportive community. Whether you're an author, reader, or fantasy lover, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice on thriving in the world of indie publishing.

Bio:

Winnifred, or as most know her by Winnie, is an artist, entrepreneur, and Amazon Bestselling author of her debut series, The Gods’ Scion. Winnie has had a lifelong love of literature and art. She wants to create a beautiful fantasy world with compelling and intriguing characters as a writer. Winnie loves to spread positivity and joy to those around her and look at the world through a glittery pink lens.

Connect with Winnifred:

Email

Website

Facebook

Instagram

Win’s Literary Lounge

Win's Books

Books mentioned:

The Gods’ Scion Series by Winnie Tataw 

Child of Tempus (THE GODS' SCION Book 1) by Winnifred Tataw (Author) - https://amzn.to/48tjh4J

Descendants of Time and Death (The Gods' Scion Book 2) by Winnifred Tataw (Author, Illustrator), Jennifer Burgess (Editor) -https://amzn.to/3YIjzBG

The Lone Star Child (The Gods' Scion Book 3) by Winnifred Tataw (Author) - https://amzn.to/4e57Kde

 The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods' Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw (Author) - https://amzn.to/3NLbNk7

The Viper's Bloodline Awakened: The Fifth Book in the Urban Fantasy series The Gods' Scion by Winnifred Tataw (Author) - https://amzn.to/3NIpsZ0

The Powerful Publicity Prescription: Harness the Power of Public Relations to Become a Sought-After Global Industry Expert by Lilian Sue (Author) 

 - https://amzn.to/48pauAI

Daughter of the Moon Goddess: A Novel (Celestial Kingdom Book 1) by Sue Lynn Tan (Author) - https://amzn.to/4hqTI8p

No One's Gonna Take Her Soul Away Paperback by Amanda B. Weaver (Author) -https://amzn.to/4fn1VsB

Errant (The 12:01 Trilogy) Hardcover by Montrez (Author), Warneke Reading (Editor) - https://amzn.to/4hphFwY

Podcasts mentioned:

LOL Podcast (Love of Literature) – hosted by Ms. Jay and Sri,

Soft Lore Podcast – a cozy and fantasy-themed podcast with Laura, known for her calming and conversational style.

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