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- Ep 37: Patti Shales Lefkos | Nepal One Day at a TimeFollowing a rewarding career as a teacher, consultant, and administrator in Vancouver, Patti studied journalism at Langara University then set out to pursue adventure travel and freelance writing. Whether canoeing the Yukon River, backcountry skiing in BC’s Monashee Mountains, hiking in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, or trekking in Tibet and Nepal, nothing stops Patti. NEPAL ONE DAY AT A TIME, her Himalayan adventure travel memoir with a humanitarian twist was published after she trekked at the age of 67.00:27 Who is Patti?02:30 Why travel to Nepal alone at the age of 67?04:45 How does one prepare for a trek?06:30 Volunteering in the village of Rapante in a local school09:14 Visiting other schools in the area to bring supplies. Can you help us build a school?10:40 Trekking for a month in Upper Mustang12:00 The beginning of the non-profit Nepal One Day at a Time13:30 A partnership with Rotary, Nepal One Day at a Time and NGO Sambhav Nepal, based in Kathmandu. A school is built!16:20 Armchair travelers and the Buddhist culture19:00 Fundraising to support ongoing school needs20:00 Planning another trek at the age of 7622:50 An Adventure Travel Writer25:00 Another book on the horizon, "Grounded by Granite"27:15 All profits from the book go directly to support education in Nepal. You can purchase directly from Patti from her website or through Amazon. 28:30 So much to learn. Take an escape in "Nepal One Day at a Time".29:00 Join us in the celebration of our one-year anniversary of Taking the Helm in February!www.pattishaleslefkos.comhttps://www.amazon.ca/Nepal-One-Day-Time-Himalaya/dp/1999229800/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=nepal+one+day+at+a+time&qid=1610821432&sr=8-1---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support31 min
- Ep 37: Patti Shales Lefkos | Nepal One Day at a TimeFollowing a rewarding career as a teacher, consultant, and administrator in Vancouver, Patti studied journalism at Langara University then set out to pursue adventure travel and freelance writing. Whether canoeing the Yukon River, backcountry skiing in BC’s Monashee Mountains, hiking in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, or trekking in Tibet and Nepal, nothing stops Patti. NEPAL ONE DAY AT A TIME, her Himalayan adventure travel memoir with a humanitarian twist was published after she trekked at the age of 67.00:27 Who is Patti?02:30 Why travel to Nepal alone at the age of 67?04:45 How does one prepare for a trek?06:30 Volunteering in the village of Rapante in a local school09:14 Visiting other schools in the area to bring supplies. Can you help us build a school?10:40 Trekking for a month in Upper Mustang12:00 The beginning of the non-profit Nepal One Day at a Time13:30 A partnership with Rotary, Nepal One Day at a Time and NGO Sambhav Nepal, based in Kathmandu. A school is built!16:20 Armchair travelers and the Buddhist culture19:00 Fundraising to support ongoing school needs20:00 Planning another trek at the age of 7622:50 An Adventure Travel Writer25:00 Another book on the horizon, "Grounded by Granite"27:15 All profits from the book go directly to support education in Nepal. You can purchase directly from Patti from her website or through Amazon. 28:30 So much to learn. Take an escape in "Nepal One Day at a Time".29:00 Join us in the celebration of our one-year anniversary of Taking the Helm in February!www.pattishaleslefkos.comhttps://www.amazon.ca/Nepal-One-Day-Time-Himalaya/dp/1999229800/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=nepal+one+day+at+a+time&qid=1610821432&sr=8-1---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support31 min
- Ep 36: Dorothy Graham - O'Dell | The OvercomerDorothy Graham O’Dell child of God, wife, stepmom and loving daughter. Dorothy just wrote her first book called The Overcomer. She shares her obstacles of overcoming being bullied in school for her weight, low self-worth issues, growing up with parents who were sick, the trauma of her uncle’s suicide, and leaving emotionally abusive relationships. She hopes that this book will help you overcome your obstacles and know you are not alone in your struggles. She has also started a coaching business helping women overcome their struggles and obstacles and hopes to also branch out into public speaking.01:00 What experiences drove Dorothy to write, "The Overcomer" as her first book, now on pre-release?05:00 With faith you can get through anything09:00 The end of a relationship09:30 Thank you Trish Tonaj at Shareyourstories.online for sponsoring this episode10:50 Things shift in our minds11:35 The storyteller12:00 Parenting is the hardest thing I've ever done15:00 There is always hope and we are never alone17:55 The Overcomer Academy beginning January 18th19:00 Take the Helm!https://www.facebook.com/dorothy.graham3 ore mail at [email protected]https://theovercomer.samcart.com/products/the-overcomer?fbclid=IwAR1mGbWZbhVAJ8z9iELFV69uDf_Ep9-tmEcK8XQBAQxwhpf8yuQOWJaF4TYShare your own story online! https://shareyourstories.online/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support21 min
- Ep 36: Dorothy Graham - O'Dell | The OvercomerDorothy Graham O’Dell child of God, wife, stepmom and loving daughter. Dorothy just wrote her first book called The Overcomer. She shares her obstacles of overcoming being bullied in school for her weight, low self-worth issues, growing up with parents who were sick, the trauma of her uncle’s suicide, and leaving emotionally abusive relationships. She hopes that this book will help you overcome your obstacles and know you are not alone in your struggles. She has also started a coaching business helping women overcome their struggles and obstacles and hopes to also branch out into public speaking.01:00 What experiences drove Dorothy to write, "The Overcomer" as her first book, now on pre-release?05:00 With faith you can get through anything09:00 The end of a relationship09:30 Thank you Trish Tonaj at Shareyourstories.online for sponsoring this episode10:50 Things shift in our minds11:35 The storyteller12:00 Parenting is the hardest thing I've ever done15:00 There is always hope and we are never alone17:55 The Overcomer Academy beginning January 18th19:00 Take the Helm!https://www.facebook.com/dorothy.graham3 ore mail at [email protected]https://theovercomer.samcart.com/products/the-overcomer?fbclid=IwAR1mGbWZbhVAJ8z9iELFV69uDf_Ep9-tmEcK8XQBAQxwhpf8yuQOWJaF4TYShare your own story online! https://shareyourstories.online/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support21 min
- Ep 35: Julisa Medina | Replacing Fear with FaithJulisa Medina is a 45-year-old woman who learned to love herself right before she took the stage for her 1st bikini competition in 2016. During her profound mental and physical training, she had a paradigm shift which resulted in raising her level of awareness of herself. Julisa has replaced fear with faith and is about to publish her first children’s book on February 2nd.00:21 Kicking off 2021 with Julisa Medina01:16 Floating through life02:41 A loss opens many doors04:50 A miracle niece and the inspiration to write a children's book07:40 The fears of aspiring authors08:14 Miracle Star Above the Sky10:50 Advice for writers who are afraid to go forward13:50 An interview with Authority Magazine15:45 Thank you to Surge Activewear for sponsoring this podcast16:30 Supporting the foster care system as an author and National Angels20:15 The experiences I had to have to be where I am today22:30 Mindset Minutes24:30 The Kickstarter Program for Creators28:50 February 2nd Book Launch of Miracle Star Above the Skyhttps://www.julisamedinabooks.com/https://www.facebook.com/julisa.medina.965Thank you to our sponsor, Surge Activewear. Use "TTH" to receive a 15% discount on your first order. Watch for new items in the coming weeks, including gloves. https://www.surgeactivewear.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support31 min
- Ep 35: Julisa Medina | Replacing Fear with FaithJulisa Medina is a 45-year-old woman who learned to love herself right before she took the stage for her 1st bikini competition in 2016. During her profound mental and physical training, she had a paradigm shift which resulted in raising her level of awareness of herself. Julisa has replaced fear with faith and is about to publish her first children’s book on February 2nd.00:21 Kicking off 2021 with Julisa Medina01:16 Floating through life02:41 A loss opens many doors04:50 A miracle niece and the inspiration to write a children's book07:40 The fears of aspiring authors08:14 Miracle Star Above the Sky10:50 Advice for writers who are afraid to go forward13:50 An interview with Authority Magazine15:45 Thank you to Surge Activewear for sponsoring this podcast16:30 Supporting the foster care system as an author and National Angels20:15 The experiences I had to have to be where I am today22:30 Mindset Minutes24:30 The Kickstarter Program for Creators28:50 February 2nd Book Launch of Miracle Star Above the Skyhttps://www.julisamedinabooks.com/https://www.facebook.com/julisa.medina.965Thank you to our sponsor, Surge Activewear. Use "TTH" to receive a 15% discount on your first order. Watch for new items in the coming weeks, including gloves. https://www.surgeactivewear.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support31 min
- Ep 43: Brett Weiss | Making Informed Medical Decisions Requires INFORMationBrett Weiss is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, CEO and Co-Founder of ErgoSesh. At the age of 28, his life was changed forever after going to a dermatologist for what he thought would be a typical medical appointment. Alone, he was told he had cancer. In a blur, Brett went along with the process thrown before him with little information and countless questions.00:20 Welcome to the last episode of Taking the Helm for 202001:00 28 years old and everything becomes a blur03:08 Words from a doctor leave many questions unanswered05:45 How can patients be treated this way?08:50 Guiding words for medical practitioners14:08 Mycosis Fungoides presents differently in every person15:50 Thank you to Surge Activewear. sponsor of this podcast16:50 The Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation becomes a lifeline https://www.clfoundation.org/20:30 Knowledge is power but taking a back seat can be challenging23:40 Becoming a coach with awesome hands-on skills in his own practice. No one is treated passively.29:41 Life today - Brett is celebrating and ergonomics today as an essential service.33:20 Our one year anniversary for Taking the Helm is coming up in February - contact Lynn for sponsorship packages!http://ergosesh.com/[email protected]Thank you to our sponsor, Surge Activewear. Use "TTH" to receive a 15% discount on your first order. Watch for new items in the coming weeks, including gloves. https://www.surgeactivewear.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support35 min
- Ep 43: Brett Weiss | Making Informed Medical Decisions Requires INFORMationBrett Weiss is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, CEO and Co-Founder of ErgoSesh. At the age of 28, his life was changed forever after going to a dermatologist for what he thought would be a typical medical appointment. Alone, he was told he had cancer. In a blur, Brett went along with the process thrown before him with little information and countless questions.00:20 Welcome to the last episode of Taking the Helm for 202001:00 28 years old and everything becomes a blur03:08 Words from a doctor leave many questions unanswered05:45 How can patients be treated this way?08:50 Guiding words for medical practitioners14:08 Mycosis Fungoides presents differently in every person15:50 Thank you to Surge Activewear. sponsor of this podcast16:50 The Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation becomes a lifeline https://www.clfoundation.org/20:30 Knowledge is power but taking a back seat can be challenging23:40 Becoming a coach with awesome hands-on skills in his own practice. No one is treated passively.29:41 Life today - Brett is celebrating and ergonomics today as an essential service.33:20 Our one year anniversary for Taking the Helm is coming up in February - contact Lynn for sponsorship packages!http://ergosesh.com/[email protected]Thank you to our sponsor, Surge Activewear. Use "TTH" to receive a 15% discount on your first order. Watch for new items in the coming weeks, including gloves. https://www.surgeactivewear.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support35 min
- Ep 42: Shelby Foster | Living Outrageously With JoyShelby Foster is now living in a totally different world than she did in the past after facing the tragic loss of her son during labour. A series of experiences, a moment of clarity and learning to live outrageously with joy opened the doors to many new possibilities in her life. Shelby and her family are now the proud owners of Horizen Bed and Breakfast in Leamington, Ontario which is home to solitude retreats and much more.00:25 Opening the doors to new possibilities after tragedy and a series of experiences01:10 The tragic loss of Calvin and a family's love06:02 The mind/body connection - his life was a gift08:30 Lead me11:00 Another child and the feeling of unworthiness13:50 A door opens15:30 This river gives you what you ask for19:00 Many doors open - a Bed and Breakfast and more22:50 Horizen B & B - the meaning behind the name24:50 Sacred Goddess Retreat and upcoming solitude retreats in January27:00 Mother/Daughter retreats.30:00 Living outrageously with joyhttps://horizenbnb.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support32 min
- Ep 42: Shelby Foster | Living Outrageously With JoyShelby Foster is now living in a totally different world than she did in the past after facing the tragic loss of her son during labour. A series of experiences, a moment of clarity and learning to live outrageously with joy opened the doors to many new possibilities in her life. Shelby and her family are now the proud owners of Horizen Bed and Breakfast in Leamington, Ontario which is home to solitude retreats and much more.00:25 Opening the doors to new possibilities after tragedy and a series of experiences01:10 The tragic loss of Calvin and a family's love06:02 The mind/body connection - his life was a gift08:30 Lead me11:00 Another child and the feeling of unworthiness13:50 A door opens15:30 This river gives you what you ask for19:00 Many doors open - a Bed and Breakfast and more22:50 Horizen B & B - the meaning behind the name24:50 Sacred Goddess Retreat and upcoming solitude retreats in January27:00 Mother/Daughter retreats.30:00 Living outrageously with joyhttps://horizenbnb.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support32 min
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