Stories that Empower

Aimee grew up in a low income family.  She struggled with low confidence, low self-esteem and self-doubt.  She realized that the only thing holding her back was herself. Aimee invested in herself, pursued personal development, transformed her life and even starting her own business. Now, she helps people live life on their own terms.

Mickie lived in abuse for 34 years. One day, she decided she was done and that this was not OK. Mickie educated herself, made a plan, executed on that plan and created an authentic life of her own. As a survivor of domestic abuse, she founded the Surviving Abuse Network, which includes podcasts, videos and articles that are meant to inspire and encourage women that have experienced domestic abuse and to give them hope. Mickie shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - you are a good person - if we don't change, nothing changes - change your perspective - invest in your personal growth - read books on self help - gather information - take seminars - watch webinars - decide what works for you and what doesn't - make a plan - apply what you learn - create a safe, authentic life Mickie Zada, author of "Looking Behind Closed Doors" is an enthusiastic participant in Life. That was not always the case. At the age of 53, having lived in domestic abuse for 34 years, she realized she had lost herself. Creating and embracing a self imposed Repair Shop, Mickie knew that if she didn't change herself, nothing would change; she'd return to her abuser or attract another one. Her business, Surviving Abuse Network, is founded on two basic principles; (1) if we dont change, nothing changes and (2) when we change the way we look at things, the things we look at change. https://survivingabusenetwork.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Looking-Behind-Closed-Doors-Domestic/dp/172384280X/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_1?keywords=looking+behind+closed+doors+mickie+zada&qid=1552246661&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmrnull https://www.thehotline.org/ tags: Mickie, Zada, Surviving, Abuse, Network, survivingabusenetwork.com, thriving, after, domestic, abuse, Looking, Behind, Closed, Doors, looking behind closed doors, Shatterproof, storiesthatempower.com, stories that empower, empowering stories, empowerment stories, stories of empowerment, stories of empowering others, self empowerment stories, stories empower, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, uplift, uplifting, upliftment, hope, light, Sean

Mickie lived in abuse for 34 years.  One day, she decided she was done and that this was not OK. Mickie educated herself, made a plan, executed on that plan and created an authentic life of her own.  As a survivor of domestic abuse, she founded the Surviving Abuse Network, which includes podcasts, videos and articles that are meant to inspire and encourage women that have experienced domestic abuse and to give them hope.

Joan experienced a year's journey of dealing with setbacks, as she empowered herself to become an author. She was crippled with self doubt. Joan felt she didn't have the skills to write and experienced judgement from people. She shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - be mindful to enjoy the journey - the joy comes in the work - joy is the measure - be willing to embrace feedback - be open to others' perspectives - learn to embrace your self doubt - reframe your worries - if we learn something new each day, then it's time well spent https://joandempsey.com/ http://thisishowitbeginsnovel.com/ tags: Joan, Dempsey, author, novelist, this is how it begins, joandempsey.com, thisishowitbeginsnovel.com, storiesthatempower.com, stories that empower, empowering stories, empowerment stories, stories of empowerment, stories of empowering others, self empowerment stories, stories empower, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, uplift, uplifting, upliftment, hope, light, Sean

Joan experienced a year's journey of dealing with setbacks, as she empowered herself to become a writer/novelist. She was crippled with self doubt. Joan felt she didn't have the skills to write and experienced judgement from people.

Connie's mother taught her that all living beings and creatures are worthy of unconditional love and acceptance. Rescuing a deaf and malnourished dog, Hogan, and nursing him back to health, taught her how to hope through suffering, which leads to perseverance and develops great character and confidence. Connie shares the message of hope with others. She imparts these nuggets of life wisdom: - you are worthy of unconditional love and acceptance - open your heart fully - life offers hope to overcome any challenge - once we choose hope, anything is possible - choose to persevere - see your life as a journey - use your faith to center you - refocus and recenter on your purpose - reach out to someone in need of hope Connie Bombaci, a first-time author and retired educator, is resolute in her love for animals, belief in the worthiness of all God's creations, and desire to provide encouragement no matter what the challenge. Connie is an optimist and compassionate person whose Christian faith guides her to believe in the extreme goodness and immeasurable importance of every being. Her love for animals began in childhood and developed from her desire to be kind. She has enjoyed many adopted pets throughout her lifetime, especially ones that have needed help, rescuing domestic and wild orphaned, injured, or abandoned animals. Her desire for others to believe in the value of themselves led her to become an educator where she worked fervently to increase young peoples' confidence and belief in themselves, despite any difficulty. She offered hope where frustration and failure seemed inevitable. While serving as a teacher and associate principal in a Connecticut public school system, she took great pleasure working within its community, finding it especially fulfilling to encourage and support her students and coworkers. Connie grew up in a suburban neighborhoold outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and now lives in Connecticut with her husband, Jim, and their two rescued pups in the rustic, puppy-friendly home that Jim built on their five-acre "piece of Heaven." She is also surrounded by the love of four children, son-in-law, ten grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. Hogan's life is a story of success despite the odds. In her book Connie shares his story and the message that hope can be found in the kind and generous hearts of gracious people and that everyone is worthy of love and acceptance. http://conniebombaci.com/ http://www.deafdogs.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ConnieBombaci/ https://twitter.com/conniebombaci https://www.instagram.com/conniebombaci/

Connie's mother taught her that all living beings and creatures are worthy of unconditional love and acceptance. Rescuing a deaf and malnurished dog, Hogan, and nursing him back to health, taught her how to hope through suffering, which leads to perseverance and develops great character and confidence. Connie shares the message of hope with others.

Shannon is an advocate of women. She uses storytelling to share, heal and empower others. Shannon experienced depression and anxiety, due to her alcoholic father, the lost of her dad at 11 and the abandonment of her mother. When her grandmother, Rosie, used to read books to her as a child, she shared a special bond, felt safe, learned that each story offered a meaning and a purpose. Shannon wanted to continue that legacy. Her dialogue with women provides connection, consolation and healing. Shannon wants others to know they are not alone, there is no need to experience silent suffering nor take secrets to the grave. She honors women, because of their resilience, courage and those that would normally never get the recognition they deserve. Shannon's book "Share, Heal and Empower" is a celebration of women. She shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - you are not alone - share your story, as it an be therapeutic - all stories matter - use your wounds as your wisdom - we are far more alike, than different - there is redemptive value in vulnerability - it takes courage to accept the pain of the past Shannon Hogan Cohen has always had a special place in her heart for storytelling, which has provided her a safe place to listen, learn and laugh over the years. As a freelance writer, she has been published in various media outlets—from community and grassroots advocacy, to travel literature and personal narrative. Being a Mother to her two teenage sons, working with Hospice for ten years, and starting Living Legacies Ventura County have been her most gratifying endeavors. To include her recently published book, S.H.E. Share Heal Empower. Shannon is an advocate of women supporting women and believes stories change the world. She lives in Del Mar, California with her family. [email protected] http://www.sharehealempower.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sharehealempower https://twitter.com/sharehealempwr?lang=bg https://www.instagram.com/sharehealempower/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/company/share-heal-empower

Shannon is an advocate of women. She uses storytelling to share, heal and empower others. Shannon experienced depression and anxiety, due to her alcoholic father, the lost of her dad at 11 and the abandonment of her mother. She honors women, because of their resilience, courage and those that would normally never get the recognition they deserve.

Arnie is an attorney that seeks to bring a balanced exchange of energy during conflict resolutions. He teaches the emotional dynamic of what's taking place in a conflict. Arnie believes that what we want and what we say we want are often two different things. For instance, what we say we want, does not often bring us joy nor make us content. He feels that the biggest obstacle to get what we want is ourselves. Arnie is able to help his clients by listening intently, helps them to get to know themselves, sheds light on options available to them and enables them to become empowered. He shares these nuggets of life wisdom: - center yourself - be quiet with yourself each day - get to know yourself - these steps will bring clarity - develop courage Arnie Herz is a lawyer, mediator and speaker. He has delivered over 100 programs and keynotes on topics related to the attorney-client relationship, negotiation, conflict resolution and work-life balance. His work has been covered in numerous publications and he has received a host of acknowledgements and awards from his colleagues. http://www.arnieherz.com/