Spinning the Light Podcast

Professor Ed Cohen is the author of "A Body Worth Defending" and "On Learning to Heal" In this episode, we talk with Ed about his journey of living with Crohns disease and how he became an active participant in his healing process; his love of teaching and learning and the importance of giving back and helping others understand their power through intention to heal themselves.

Renee's personal journey of helping others thrive through her work with programs for underprivileged kids and how her life changed completely when she lost her sight. Her road to discovering a new path and finding a new purpose.

The importance of knowing your self worth in relationships, in your job, and in all aspects. Recognizing the value you bring to those areas of your life and having the courage to set boundaries and ask for what you are worth.

Overcoming the slump we sometimes allow ourselves to fall into as we anticipate the arrival of Spring and the growing need to venture out. The clearing of old energy and the mental elevation that we can cultivate through the planning of projects and creating something new. How decluttering and setting new goals can help us if overcome the Cabin Fever that sometimes sets in this time of year.

The persistent pressure that continues to be placed on men regarding their roles in society and relationships and how this impacts their mental health. Addressing the concerns that men are not encouraged to have effective communication and how that has an impact on physical health as well. The importance of asking for help when needed.

What it means to evolve. The process of self analysis and how that brings about the process of evolving. Understanding what is required to take those steps toward personal growth.

Interview with Sandra Gutierrez the book connoisseur! The value of books being an opportunity to open communication with others and how they influence our lives. Giving us a way to strengthen relationships, motivate us, make us laugh, and give us the chance to take a mental vacation at anytime.

Showcasing local business owner Parisa Godoy. Listen as she describes her journey of coming to the US from Iran, starting her own business, and the acquisition and success of her current business, Salon Bella. Having the strength to overcome the challenges of becoming an entrepreneur and fulfilling her dream.

The ideas put out by our society regarding the aging process. The negative messages that we receive and accept as truths that infiltrate our minds and keep us from believing that we are capable of living a full active vital life after a certain age. The impact these messages have on us mentally.

Understanding our live's are in constant motion and what that movement looks like on many levels. How it affects the mind-body connection and how we have to be active participants in its direction. The importance of making it fun and enjoyable to keep the momentum going.