In today's episode, we explore Ronit Plank's coming of age memoir in which she chronicles her evolving relationship with her mother, who left the family and moved to India to follow Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, a cult guru who later oversaw the largest biological attack on U.S. soil. In this episode, we talk about complex family dynamics as well as the quest for self-identity, understanding, and reconciliation that's integral to the human experience.

Learn more at www.ronitplank.com. 

Guest: Ronit Plank, Podcast, Speaker, and Author of When She Comes Back: A Memoir

There are many forces in daily life vying for our time and attention, from work, school, and community involvement to caring for family members. Throw in the internet, our 24-hour news cycle, social media and the constant stream of electronic media and communications and it becomes hard to operate on purpose and, in alignment with, our core values. Children have it particularly hard as they have not fully developed the filters needed to sort the good from the garbage invading their psyche on a steady basis. In this conversation, I speak with Joanna Butenschoen about how to instill spiritual values in children during these remarkable, sometimes overwhelming times.

Guest: Joanna Butenschoen, Life Coach and Speaker

For many, motherhood is a dream come true. They delightfully immerse themselves in the role as they care for their children and create precious family memories. In addition to being moms, they are also employees, manages, business owners...the list goes on. It can be easy to lose touch with your identity when you're trying to cover so many bases. Melissa Dawn Simkins talks with me about choices she's made to create the fulfilling life she wants for herself and her family even as she has built a successful career and business.

Learn more at www.velvetsuite.com.

Guest: Melissa Dawn Simkins, Brand Strategist, Founder of Velvet Suite, and Host of the She-Suite Summit

So many women struggle to practice self-care consistently. They keep waiting for time to magically open up in their schedules for it. Life doesn't work that way. Self-Care is a decisive act. Today's guest, Shamyra Parker Evans, has explored the barriers that hold women back from taking good care of themselves. She teaches women healthy ways to consistently honor their needs in mind, body, and spirit and sustain the practice of authentic self-care.

Guest: Shamyra Parker Evans, Self-Care Advocate and Coach

In this episode, I sat down with Yolanda Taylor, stylist, talk show host and Founder of At the Style Table. Her clients include women entrepreneurs and corporate executives as well as public speakers and politicians. Tune in and hear how she uses her passion for fashion to help women "of a certain age" look their best, and show up well on any stage or any page! She has a few tips especially for Moms.

Learn more at www.atthestyletable.com.

Guest: Yolanda Taylor, Stylist & Host of At the Style Table

Two-thirds of parents in the U.S. say parenting is harder today than it was 20 years ago, with many citing technologies – like social media or smartphones – as a reason. My guest today is author, speaker, and content creator, Trevor Romain. He is doing his part to foster good social and emotional health in children so that they can lead happy, healthier lives. He has years of experience having real conversations with them and decoding their hopes and concerns for parents, caregivers, and educators around the world. Simply put, he 'gets' kids.

Learn more about Trevor Romain at www.trevorromain.com. 

Guest: Trevor Romain

Parenting teens can be tricky as their sons and daughters push for independence, and sometimes venture into potentially dangerous activities such as binge drinking. Sadly, their judgment does not quite match their courage or yearning to push limits. Today's guest, Barry Adkins, received the call no parent wants to receive after his son Kevin's untimely death one evening after drinking with friends. Barry is sounding the alarm for parents and teens to increase awareness of the dangers of binge drinking.

Learn more about Barry at www.kevinslastwalk.com. 

Guest: Barry Adkins

Today's guest, Mr. Shaun Banks is committed to empowering youth by showing them what is possible through engaging programs such as Camp Warrior King and the You Can Have It All Magazine. He wants children to have the tools and experiences they need to create the life of their dreams. Learn more at www.campwarriorking.com.

In this episode, host Carol Muleta shares a radio interview, from her archives, where Morgan Jones shares her experiences working with children who have Autism while Deniesha Pratt recounts her journey with her son who was diagnosed with Autism. They share a passion and optimism about their life's work that is palpable. I'm sure you will gain an appreciation for how children with Autism move in the world and how we all can help them succeed.

Guests: Morgan Jones, Behavior Therapist & Author; Deniesha Pratt, Parent & Founder, Dream A Little Slumber Parties

At the start of Pandemic 2020, parents were caught by surprise when their children transitioned to virtual schooling at home. There were some early hiccups as school districts scrambled to integrate technology into their game plan for academic instruction. Lost in the shuffle were many of the 7.2 million public school students with learning disabilities which normally called for more direct, hands-on oversight by teachers and administrators. Today's guest shares her challenges, successes, and lessons as she navigated accommodating her son's learning needs at home while she ran multiple businesses and her husband fulfilled his own professional responsibilities. 

Learn more about her and her work at www.westgrouptraining.com. 

Guest: Berthine Crevecoeur West, Mom, Advocate, and CEO, Westbridge Solutions