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Selvi Clark is a Gold Star Spouse to CIA Officer & US Navy EOD Tech Casey Clark. She is the Director of Booz Allen of AI Adoption. In this episode we talk about the loss of her husband while on his 57th deployment and the toll of that sacrifice on family, emotional health, the power of therapy, and the importance of prioritizing spending time taking care of one’s health and key relationships.    

Whitney Lyn Allen is a Grief Coach, speaker, and the author of “Running In Trauma Stilettos”.  In this episode, Whitney shares her journey of finding peace and purpose after the loss of her husband.   Her message to those going through the trauma of loss is, “I see you” and “You’re not alone”.  She highlights the power of purpose in overcoming challenges as well as what others can do if they know someone going through grief.  You can learn more about Whitney at: 

whitneylynallen.com

https://www.instagram.com/whitneylynallen/

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In this episode we speak with Michelle Hoover, a Leadership Development Strategist | Keynote Speaker | Talent Strategy Consultant | Executive Coach about how the COVID pandemic and the “break of action” impacted businesses and the workforce resulting in re-prioritization of what workers feel important in life. Michelle has found that leaders who provide a “whole person” experience and opportunities to connect with others within the organization and externally do more for the health of a company than times previous.  Her commitment is the “betterment of people”. Thanks to Michelle for spending some time with us!  

James Brunson is the head coach of The North Philadelphia Nomads rugby team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Having played rugby, he helped Larry Conlan set up a team. After budget cuts forced school closures, many students were assigned to attend the different schools. Because there were few spots on the various athletic teams, many students were at risk. These students and others, formed the Nomads. The program has grown substantially since then and has led to players improving their grades, develop leadership skills, overcoming external obstacles, and gaining college scholarships.  Their story has been made into the movie: “The Nomads”.

Norman Brown was given multiple life sentences for possessing drugs. In 2015, President Barack Obama granted him clemency after reviewing his case. As a Program Manager for the DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), he is a mentor to youth to  “Formulate goals, objectives and strategies for the Credible Messenger Mentoring Program utilizing the Restorative Justice and Positive Youth Development Models for the rehabilitation of adolescents in the juvenile correctional setting.” Despite over two decades in the justice system, he admonishes all to make the best of their situation, regardless of where you find yourself. 

Kelci Sager is a Grief Educator & Certified Life Coach.  She is also the  founder of Rise With Grief. In a short time period, her sons were in serious accidents. As they were on the mend, her husband was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, leading to his death. In this episode, she explains how she overcame the immense grief through the help of others and a change in perspective. She is an inspiration.

Gretchen Evans is a retired Command Sergeant Major. She was in the military for 27 years. She was involved in an explosion while leading her team into enemy territory. After sustained a brain injury as well as loss of hearing, effectively ending her military career. Since that time, she has been busy inspiring others. She formed Team UNBROKEN. It is a group of veterans and civilians who have experienced life-altering injuries, illness, or traumas that take part in adventure races worldwide. She is also the recipient of the Pat Tillman Award for Service. Gretchen is also the author of the book, “Leading From The Front”; A board member for America’s VetDogs, as well as an ambassador for No Barriers and the Wounded Warrior Project. 

Jmond Tapp is a Defensive Lineman for the University of Texas Longhorns football team. In this episode, Tapp shares the opportunities football has opened for him, including an experiences such as serving the people in Guatemala by building basketball courts so the kids could have somewhere to play. It had a profound impact on him and highlighted the importance of cherishing everything we have in this country. It also led to a proactive approach preparing for the future, including working with mentors, counselors, and others for life on the gridiron and after.  

Tammy Rabideau is an essayist for the New York Times and a writer for a number of other news organizations (Newsweek, Washington Post, HuffPost). In this episode, she shares how she became an essayist, and her experiences of homelessness, sexual assault, emotional abuse led to lessons she learned that allow her to relate and teach others through her writing and how the kindness of others as a trajectory to her career.  We thank her for her candidness and her time.  You can learn more about Tammy at tammyrabideau.com

Justin Batt is a father of four, a TEDx Speaker, an Entrepreneur, Spartan Racer, Farmer, Clemson Fan, Farmer, Author and fatherhood coach to entrepreneurs, business leaders, politicians, celebrities, athletes and more.  His goal of end the cycle fatherlessness. In this episode, Justin shares some of ways fathers can build their relationships with their kids, including “Failure Fridays”, “Would You Rather” game, “Driveway Devotionals”, “Setting the Example 1st”; Being Intentional; Sharing our Stories and more.  Thanks for your time Justin!!  The advice you gave has already had a positive impact on our families!

If you’d like to learn more about Justin, visit: JustinBatt.com