That is the motto for the amazing non-for-profit Lemons Of Love!  I sit down with the founder, Jill Swanson Peltier, to hear how she created the foundation in 2014, after experiencing her own battle with Colon Cancer.  Lemons of Love fills and delivers gift bags with items, love & inspiration people need who are going through chemotherapy for cancer treatment. Jill also owns the company FAST Cooling, who had a major role in meshing the racing world with fundraising and giving.  Don’t miss out on her inspiring and motivational story. Learn more about the NPO and their resource center at http://www.lemonsoflove.org.

Had the best time ever interviewing my cousin and idol, Steve Piacenza, on this podcast episode.  He talks all about his career in film & television and how it evolved into the crafting world, two Emmy nominations,  Mod Podge product line and how he stays “Zen” through it all! He was very self-motivated, determined and driven to make his goals and dreams a reality.  Lots of Italian energy on this one! We are both very similar souls, to say the least. Check out his web series “Handmade Happy Hour with Cathie Filian and Steve Piacenza” here: https://www.facebook.com/cathiefilianstevepiacenza/ and for all products and other information go to the website: http://www.cathiefilian.com.

What is Kinetic Bridging exactly? Find out with the Kinetic Konnections Crew, as they share how they access and restore the basic physics of being and living so you can thrive! Cara Lindell, Founder and Ceo, and Erika Blake, Kinetic Bridging Specialist & OT, explain the science, mission, and stories of how this tool has helped change people’s lives. Learn more at http://www.kinetickonnections.com.

EFT expert, Julie Schiffman, joins us and shares how using “Emotional Freedom Techniques” can help relieve stress, anxiety, depression, health issues, pain etc.  The list goes on! It is a simple tool you can utilize on your own to become aware of the emotion in your body that may be causing negative symptoms and how to let it go.  Julie guides myself, and you the listener, through a quick session targeting stress! Give it a try! You will feel so much lighter! You can also follow along with her some of her most popular videos here:https://youtu.be/IWu3rSEddZI & https://youtu.be/Jw1c2Bx-r_A.

Learn more about Julie at http://www.julieschiffman.com

Stefanie Bell, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and my therapist through my divorce, joins the conversation to give a little insight and all the benefits therapy has to offer!  I open up about my personal experience and Stefanie shares some helpful tips you can use if you are experiencing any life struggles, especially in relationships. Learn more about Stefanie at http://www.stefaniebelllcsw.com.  She works with individuals, couples and young adults.

Owner and CEO of Team-Fireball, Debbie Pickus, joins the conversation to spread her mission of helping and empowering others, especially in situations that arise in the workplace. They are making a difference by providing programs for corporations regarding personal safety, self-defense, situational awareness, sexual harassment, hiring & firing, mindset and so much more.  “Get Fired UP” with the team and learn more at http://www.team-fireball.com.

Gynecologist, Dr. Nicky Alliowe, is back to spread awareness and share some insight on the difficult topic of domestic abuse. We talk about what signs to look for, how to help and support ourselves and/or loved ones in our lives who are struggling, and the resources we can use to get help and safety! Learn more at http://www.thehotline.org and feel free to reach out to Dr. Nicky with questions at [email protected].

Dr. Joe Alleva has been a doctor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation for 23 years, working in the NorthShore University Health System at Evanston and Glenbrook Hospitals. We discuss the types of patients he sees and treats, working through injury with a very holistic and non-surgical approach and address the Opioid Epidemic.  And of course, Dr. Joe is also a Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, so we get in a little jiu-jitsu talk and how we all go to Dr. Joe for our medical questions and concerns. You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph Alleva through the NorthShore Health System at http://www.northshore.org or email him with questions at [email protected].

Chicago based author, trainer, speaker, producer and consultant, Andrea Metcalf, shares her expertise and advice to stay on track with your New Year’s Goals. Andrea has over 35 years experience in the fitness industry and is filled with so much knowledge and motivation. She is also the creator of Fuse Studio & Hang 5 Fitness and author of the book, “Naked Fitness”. Learn more about Andrea at www.andreametcalf.com.

Great perspective and insight from Physical Therapist, and my cousin, Julie Vanni.  Julie has been a competitive athlete all her life, in many sports, her focus being a collegiate basketball player, coach & officiant, and now spends her time helping other athletes and patients through injury with her doctorate in Physical Therapy.  She has been in the PT world helping patients for over 13 years and is based in Seattle, Washington, managing Biojunction Sports Therapy. She shares some great information and tips with us about common injury for patients & athletes, preventative care and the best recovery options.  Learn more about Julie and the clinic at http://www.biojunction.com.