Stranger Connections

"Just know that going through the grieving stages is normal. Take the time to do it. I guarantee you'll have a much better divorce process." ~ Judith M. Weigle of Divorce Resource inc

Stranger Connections guest #161 is a gifted storyteller, mediator, podcaster, speaker, author, and hilarious new friend.

Can there really be such a thing as a 'heart-healthy divorce'?

Judith (or Judi) Weigle has light and meaningful advice for those facing divorce and for a breakup in general. She says there is always time to be depressed and stressed when going through a breakup and suggests allowing time for some laughter. "I promise, laughter will not spoil your divorce. It will enhance your ability to deal with divorce in a much healthier way."

Judi has a background in legal work, filing divorces, and mediation. She is a podcast host (Amicable Divorce Expert Podcast). She's the president at Divorce Resource, inc and Mediation Services.

Wait until you hear about her years working in the circus, and how her charm got her through many tough spots (my phrasing, not hers).

When do we need a Plan B?
What life advice did Judi get from a clown named Elmo?
Learn about a Heart Healthy Divorce and the benefits of mediation.

Book: My Office Is a Three Ring Circus
Podcast: Amicable Divorce Expert Podcast
Website: DivorceResource.com
Follow: LinkedIn and Facebook

Episode 160 features a ridiculously happy artist, author, podcaster, and coach for other creative beings.
His podcast is called, "Are You Waiting For Permission?"

Meet Joseph Bennett, an improvisation performer and artist who also creates fantastic pieces of art out of found objects.

Join this charming conversation to learn:
How to trust - with a capital T
The reason we are exhausted
What is 'found art'
The improvisation life
Why is Joseph ridiculously happy
Are you waiting for permission

Joseph is a special guest who became an instant friend. I am so excited for you to meet him, and enjoy all that he has to offer in sharing his passion life, happiness, and continued pursual of trust in each and every day.

The story Joseph shares at the end is one of my favorite prank / dare stories of all the years I've been recording Stranger Connections! We also played my new game, Dare Zone and had a really fun time, and learned about each other, too.

Websites: artbybennett.com and josephbennett.org
Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Weekly Wednesday Videos on YouTube

"Instead of using 40% of my energy to wonder how I'm going to enter the world every day, I can spend 100% of my energy living my best life." ~ Andy Vargo of Awkward Career

If you've ever felt like the awkward one at a public event, or even at a family gathering, you most certainly are not alone. Not at all.

Consider "owning" your awkward.
Stop trying to fit in and instead activate your hidden strengths. Speaker, coach, comic, and podcaster Andy Vargo (who looks like Ted Lasso) reveals the giant moment he owned his awkward, and now he shares the story on stages during open mic comedy nights.

Don't miss this story, y'all!

Listen in to the chat with Andy Vargo to find out:

• how he realized his mission is to help others to be okay with who they are.
• how he recalls the actual moment that he stopped dancing and became self-aware
• how to master life changes and why adversity can not only give you strength, it can also bring you closer to your goals.

Vargo's book, "Own Your Awkward; Life Changes" as well as his series of Awkward Journals help to guide us to consider; what changes can we try today, to make tomorrow better.

Hippity hop to his website to order a newsletter of motivation! (About eight bucks).
Website: AwkwardCareer.com
Podcast: Own Your Awkward
YouTube: Andy Vargo Awkward Career
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, and Twitter, too.

"Who are we to argue with Mother Nature?" ~ Kelley Gilberry

This guest is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist who found the plant life after losing two family members suddenly. After learning he may be the next to die due to disease and obesity, he turned to plants and became One Determined Vegan.

His book is "Plants Saved My Life" and is full of plant-based medicine and natural healing information. Kelley Gilberry is bright, lyrical, passionate, and charming. When he talks of why we are meant to eat plants, it makes so much sense - you're going to want to pause the show and go get a salad.

Gilberry is a coach, speaker, and author. He speaks on why diet affects our mental health and the importance of avoiding "Franken Food" which is not what our bodies were meant to process. Going vegan transformed his health and he dropped weight fast.

Learn about the Four P's (peas in a pod) for getting your food ready for the week. Why colors matter on the plate, and the foods our bodies were designed to ingest.

Reach out to Kelley Gilberry / One Determined Vegan on You Tube, Facebook, Instagram (One_Determined_Vegan), and LinkedIn.

“No one knowingly joins a cult." ~ Peter Young

Peter Young says he lived in a tiny religious cult for 20 years but was finally rescued. His story exposes how secrecy protects cults & how to recover.

You may look at others differently after hearing this interview. Perhaps you will recognize some of the traits described in this episode. Are you immune to the cult mentality? Is there an Uncle Bob in your family line?

Former sports enthusiast and sports broadcaster, author, and speaker Peter Young shares his vulnerable and honest story of being unknowingly lured into a cult family.

His Second Book: Stop The Tall Man, Save The Tiger tells a story that could happen to anyone. Young shares the dangers of cult leaders who appear with charm, intelligence, and knowledge, but slowly prey on your vulnerabilities.

His story is not just one of shock, but awareness.

Peter Young’s first book, The Blue Team, is a fictional nod to Young’s first passion for the sports world. The Blue Team is described as a coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of going to college in the city, the beauty of father-son relationships, and the challenge of putting your identity into who you are rather than what you do.

Don't miss the fantastic feature on Peter Young's website: Two Minute Book Reviews

Website http://www.authorpeteryoung.com


Website #2 http://www.blueteamnovel.com


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


Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Peteryoung32


YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQiz03hBKywxI31au8bSp9A

Meeting this guest took me by surprise, and you'll have to listen to the episode to learn why this was so unique.
Learning I was an official 'assignment' was wild!

Arianna Subera is a remarkable young woman who is eloquent, sweet, bright, and exactly what our future needs. I learned how humor became part of her medical treatment for treating her chronic illness, and why she has been attending clown camp for years.

In this episode, learn about:
- The world-renowned Clown Camp in La Crosse, WI put on by Brenda and Kenneth Ahern.
- The magic of the hot pink duffel bag.
- The health in humor
- Coping with Chronic Illness and Costumes

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I'm a speaker, author, podcaster, and speaker trainer who helps others fine-tune their message and find their idea worth spreading on the TEDx Stage.

This 'professional tumbleweed' helps people find the right words that convey their brand, podcast, and book!

Lonnee Rey is a sassafrass-firecracker whose recent book, "How To Deal With a Dumbass" will have you laughing, nodding, and taking notes.

Lonnee is a podcaster (How To Deal With a Dumbass; the spiritual perspective), creative writer, and project consultant. Her quick-witted phrasing (like; "Pithy One-Liners") is not to be missed.

Listen in to hear more about:

• How to handle that whacky neighbor
• Self-publishing vs Traditional publishing
• Third-party insights
• When do you need a ghostwriter
• How to "stand out, with your brand out"

Connect with Lonnee and view her other books on LinkedIn!

ThirdPartyInsights.com

Episode 154 of Stranger Connections Podcast:

"Leadership, in my mind, was simple. It was all based on respect and trust." ~ Marilyn Moss Rockefeller

Prepare to be genuinely 'wowed' by the fantastic story of Marilyn Moss Rockefeller.
Her book is "Mountain Girl; from barefoot to boardroom" and it is the remarkable story of a life that began on an impoverished Appalachian farm to the boardroom of a multi-million-dollar company, and eventually marrying into one of America's most famous families: the Rockefellers.

There is no way Marilyn ever thought she would one day create a multi-million-dollar company with absolutely no business experience. But backing away from a challenge was never her style. Ever.

Widely recognized as a successful and socially responsible business leader, Marilyn co-founded Moss Tent Works with Bill Moss in 1975. Eventually becoming president / CEO, she was recognized by New Hope for Women for establishing supportive workplace policies for domestic violence victims.

In this episode:

• Being raised by grandparents in West Virginia; the effects of returning to her Mother
• Living in a 'paper' home and traveling in a 'paper' boat
• Obtaining a pilot license / two different crashes in one night
• Getting arrested while pregnant
• Being one of the first business owners to offer insurance to a gay couple

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Join me on Facebook: Lisa David Olson. I'm a speaker, business humorist, author, and inventor of a new energetic deck of cards full of fun and team-building prompts! Reach out for details: [email protected]

"Death and money bring out the whacky side of people." Sarah Page Clifford

This goal-driven young attorney has an energetic storytelling style that will leave you smiling. Her relatable stories about families fighting over when someone dies are downright hilarious.

She can talk about estate planning and how she once was tasked with tracking down a thirty-thousand dollar dog who has its own visa and passport.

How is selling a book a lot like being a real estate agent?
True or False; "No one gets together to read the will."
Country Song or Sarah's Book: "She gets her period, he gets the cramps."

Her passion is writing fantasy genre - I learned what a 'cozy witch' is! Clifford enjoys YA (Young Adult) books and shares examples of her favorite stories.

Don't miss her 'inadvertent dare' and the embarrassing moment in front of her entire conservative Christian University.

Follow on Instagram (at) SarahPageStories
Facebook: Sarah Page Clifford

What is your 'other voice' and why do energy, vibration, and frequency matter for simply speaking words?

Learn speaking basics, regarding the sounds from our throats and bodies, from this week's guest, Aiko Hemingway.
She's a Toastmasters International Speaker, and is about to experience her first TEDx this fall! Aiko studied linguistics at UCLA and is the owner and founder of Schwagirl, teaching others speaking cues.

:: Japanese-born Aiko taught herself to speak English by watching and rewatching an American movie from the '80s! Her tenacity is boundless as she continues to learn. One colossal breakthrough was when she was sick! Mongolian throat singing is another training tool, and she shares an example for Stranger Connection listeners.

:: Learn how Aiko's diet change stopped the panic attacks she suffered for sixteen years. The findings were critical to her health. Her craving to learn is exciting and contagious!

More information: aikohemingway.com and on YouTube: Aiko Hemingway
AikoHemingway.com/free-workshop
hatsuonkyosei.com/mini-lesson