The Aware Show

Want to transform your relationship with money and catapult yourself forward to greater success? In this new show, Lisa has a deep conversation with Wealth Creation Specialist, Chris Howard, about a formula for breaking through limiting beliefs that sabotage us. Chris shares his personal story of how he overcame the devastating loss of his business and reconstructed his entire mindset. He discusses what it takes to be "at the top of your game" and how to raise your vibration to higher, more powerful levels. He offers an amazing giveaway to those who respond for his Wealth Propulsion Class. For more info: www.chrishowardseminar.com

 Best-selling author and spiritual teacher Anita Moorjani discusses life as an empath and taking responsibility to not feel like a victim. She shares her remarkable story of having a 4-year battle with cancer, which led to a near-death experience. She chose to return to this realm, regained consciousness, and miraculously all of her tumors began to heal. Her latest book, “Sensitive is the New Strong,” talks about the importance of having boundaries and being assertive, especially as an empathic person. She asks all empaths and people who are sensitive to wake up to their powerful leadership abilities and walk through the fear so that their light may shine brightly for all to see. Info: anitamoorjani.com

Best-selling author, life coach, and motivational speaker David Essel talks about how positive affirmations do not always work, especially if it seems we are lying to ourselves, and living our lives in a state of denial. He shares his struggles with pain and addiction which led to personal growth only after he did the work. He further discusses meditation and how to access true joy. His latest book is "Focus! Slay Your Goals."  

Children of wealthy parents are gaining admission to prestigious colleges, often without the necessary grades or activities. Fast Company Senior writer Nicole LaPorte investigates how this is happening and highlights the even greater divide between the haves and have-nots in this country. She examines the vicious competitiveness of college admissions, bribery, and overall lack of ethics within certain departments. Her latest book is “Guilty Admissions” where she explores the players behind the scenes and the lengths parents will go to ensure, or “buy,” their children’s success.

Today's guest, award-winning author Maureen Healy, runs a global mentoring program for elementary-aged children and works with parents and children in her private practice. Her expertise is in social and emotional learning. Healy explains that emotional health is the ability to make better choices, even when feeling anger or another emotion. She describes that the ability to "Stop, Calm, and Make a Smarter Choice" are key to expressing emotions constructively. She has worked with children worldwide including Tibetan refugees at the base of the Himalayas in Northern India. Info: growinghappykids.com

Feeling overwhelmed or out of balance? Host Lisa Garr talks with author and women’s empowerment expert Christine Arylo.  Christine talks about how finding balance may be challenging, but we can always strive for harmony and flow. She discusses setting boundaries and allowing ourselves space to breathe and reset, by asking what is no longer sustainable for our well-being and instead finding ways in which we can receive support.  Info: https://christinearylo.com/

What if we could easily close the gap from chaos and control to living a life of grace and ease? Spiritual teacher and author Miranda Macpherson talks about her new book The Way of Grace. She explains about her process of “ego relaxation,” a holistic approach to welcoming your experiences with compassion and wisdom. She addresses fear and shares ways to easily surrender and go into your heart. Info: mirandamacpherson.com

How can one truly understand the depths of loss? Steve Leder is the senior rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles and although he has presided over thousands of funerals, it was the death of his own father that initiated a deeper understanding of grief and loss. Today he shares his journey and discusses how the “moments” are what matter most. After receiving his degree in writing and graduating cum laude from Northwestern University, and spending time studying at Trinity College, Oxford University, Leder received a master's degree in Hebrew letters in 1986 and rabbinical ordination in 1987 from Hebrew Union College. He is the author of the new book: The Beauty of What Remains. Info: http://steveleder.com/

Today Lisa Garr talks with world-renown photographer,  videographer, inspirational speaker, teacher, and multi-award-winning author  Carl Studna. He discusses "Evolution of Loving," his latest book, which focuses on couples during various stages of life and in their relationships, both together and apart. Carl’s work includes intimate portraits of influential people such as Paul McCartney and His Holiness the Dalai Lama and  the primary theme that weaves its way through his workshops and published works express that life is a sacred journey to be embraced. Carl invites us to see and cherish the splendor in life’s seemingly ordinary moments.  For more info go to http://www.carlstudna.com/

Have you ever had a feeling you just couldn’t shake? Author Kim Chestney suggests listening and acting upon your intuitive knowing. Her new book is "Radical Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide to Using Your Inner Power." A globally recognized innovation leader and the founder of Intuition Lab, her work has been featured by leading-edge organizations including SXSW Interactive and Carnegie Mellon. She studies trends and suggests when we shift our focus from the outer to the inner, we can have greater impact. Info at https://www.kimchestney.com/