Stories that Empower

Kay didn't allow her cancer journey nor the loss of her job to define her. She rebranded herself as an award winning author. Kay is passionate about presenting good, wholesome stories to her audiences. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: it's ok to ask for help we can get through a lot, if we are consistent find a supportive team give of ourselves tags: Kay A. Oliver, award winning author, Road to Elysium, a heartfelt story of self-forgiveness, bold verdicts, generosity and a neighborhood, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Janet experienced a variety of setbacks and challenges, including her parents' divorce and later her own divorce.  All along, she feels that she's had the good luck of meeting pivotal and supportive people in her life. Janet turns to meditation and journaling for healing and empowerment. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: life has a way of working out we have the divine within us practice and do things for the benefit of all remain open have a sense of what's important honor our values learn to cultivate mindfulness tags: Janet Kathleen Ettele, writer, author, musician, coach, How Joyous Effort Works, How Generosity Works, How the Root of Kindness Works, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Robert realized that his career as a criminal lawyer was not bringing him joy.  He did not feel.  Robert was bold enough and gained the courage to leave the law practice.  He chose to follow his heart.  Robert followed his passion and became an entertainer for children.  He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: put happiness first it is challenging to please others search for the self value spontaneity tags: Robert Markowitz, novelist, guitar guy, funster, Clown Shoes, Don't Sneeze Choo Choo Train, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Dr. Win considers himself a two-time immigrant. First, he fled his homeland with his parents, then, he immigrated to the US as an adult. Dr. Win pursued his passion and became a leading endodontist. However, he realized that it came with a cost ... his time and health. Now, Dr. Win is on a new journey to share to teach others how they can thrive while managing their own time and health. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: the journey teaches us in order to thrive, one must first survive protect our time and health jealously one teaches to learn tags: Dr. Win Nguyen, leading endodontist, founder of Polaris Dental Specialists, DAWTS, Root Camp, and the Love All Foundation, writer, author, Time + Health, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Eva's story of hope, adventure and human interest is brought to life by fiction and memoir writer, Susen Edwards. It was a pleasure speaking with Susen ... a return guest! You've got to check out her interview. Susen shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: practice empathy listen without judgement trust in something larger than ourselves will is stronger than the substance never give up believe in ourselves self love is key tags: Susen Edwards, fiction and memoir writer, author, Lookin' for Love, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Melissa's husband passed away, when she was in her mid 40s. She knew she had to go on for her children. Initially, Melissa found herself on autopilot. She had a realization that she needed to live for herself, because life mattered to her. Melissa always wanted to be a novelist, so she took a bold leap of faith and became a writer/author/novelist. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: live for ourselves we need boundaries change and growth are always possible even a small step at a time gets us through it life is constant change we have the agency to make the changes we want to see in our lives tags: Melissa Connelly, writer, author, novelist, What Was Lost, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Siavash grew up during wartime and conflict. He found bodybuilding to be a source of hope and inspiration. Seeing a picture of Arnold Schwarzenegger provided the inspiration that he needed. His journey was yet from over. Siavash overcame numerous life challenges and setbacks, before he eventually found Sixpax Gym. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: focus on just one thing at a time to do one thing, don't overwhelm yourself only your effort matters be ready to adapt stay curious evaluate your thoughts re-evaluate your belief system periodically giving back will come to you don't deviate from your goal   tags: Siavash Fashi, founder, SixPax Gym, bodybuilder, entrepreneur, writer, author, Small Gym Big Results, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

After breaking the law, Shaun suffered tremendous consequences. As a result, he lost family, friends, fortunate and freedom. Shaun feels fortunate that he was able to come back from his fall from grace. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: life is about the culture that you choose to live failure is only an event there's nothing we can't overcome we set our own limits you can accomplish anything you can come back from failure look for success in everyday ask ourselves: what have we done that's right? be absolute in boundaries tags: Shaun Hayes, Best Selling Author, The Gray Choice, Speaker, Entrepreneur, Felon, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Having a close relationship with her creator enabled Wendy to receive guidance at various points of her life, including attending medical school so late in life and healing from terminal cancer. She chosen to retire from her career as an Infectious Disease physician and began to write about her journey. This enabled her to tell her story to her grandchildren about leaving them with her legacy. Wendy shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: if you have a God-driven desire, go for it learn how to live at the edge of the unseen world strive to hear the voice of God look at the desire of your heart look at science from the creator's view tags: Dr. Wendolyn Slattery, Infectious Disease physician, writer, author, The Edge of the Unseen World, a doctor's journey from the imaginary to the impossible, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,

Susie has always found herself to be passionate about lifelong wellbeing. In her journey as a Registered Dietitian and a university professor, she identified a gap in the health industry. Susie decided to pursue her passion and founded Eat, Move, Group, where she provides guidance and clarity to move from science to simple. Her plan provides a foundation with flexibility. Susie shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: nurturing ourselves is key give ourselves permission to prioritize the groove package wellness that resonates with people tags: Susan Kundrat, registered dietician and wellness expert, award-winning college professor, enthusiastic advocate for inclusive health and wellness, speaker, author, Eat Move Groove: Unlock the Simple Steps to Lifelong Nutrition, Fitness & Wellness, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, encourage, encouraging, encouragement, hope, light, podcast, Sean,