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Reena Vokoun is an entrepreneur, speaker, writer, mom, founder and owner of Passion Fit. After experiencing her own health decline while enjoying a successful career in corporate America, she turned her lifelong passion for health and wellness to quit her job, live her dream, and help other women achieve a higher level of health, fitness, and quality of life.   

Reena shares her story with the same passion and enthusiasm that she uses to run her business and motivate her clients. She serves individuals, companies, non-profits, universities, schools and the media through wellness education and training in the areas of fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, work-life balance, productivity and healthy lifestyles. She also finds the time to give back to the community by raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and is a facilitator and mentor for Women in Management Cohort at Stanford University.  

Download this episode to discover how to unleash your inner passion, live your dream, and find balance in your life.

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Meet Marrielle Monte, happiness activist and positive affirmation aficionado. Marrielle is passionate about spreading happiness, especially to elementary school children to empower them to lead happy and healthy lives.

Her inspiration for teaching happiness came when March 20th was declared as the International Day of Happiness. As a dancer, actress, and comedian, she choreographed a happy dance intertwined with positive affirmations for children, which she introduced to the teacher and children in her son's first grade class. The results were phenomenal, and over the next fer years the program grew to involve the entire school, including teachers and parents.

As a result of this incredibly popular and uplifting experience, Marrielle wrote an award winning book titled “Magic Thinking for Kids.” In this episode, she explains the science behind her remarkable work, and how it actually changes the neural pathways in children to help them develop courage, resilience, and confidence. Her program is so successful that she has expanded it and created one for adults as well. 

Download this uplifting and energetic episode to hear Marrielle’s story and learn valuable insights on how to have more happiness and joy in your life. Warning....Marrielle's infectious positive energy can be contagious. In a very healthy way!     

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If you are a parent researching colleges for your child, or a student looking to earn a higher degree, this episode is for you! The exploding cost of a college education or post graduate degree puts a huge financial burden on the family budget. However, you have other options that you might not be aware of.

Denise Cope, president of Affordable Degrees Abroad, explains how she empowers students and families find options for much more affordable education by going abroad. After spending 20 years working in higher education and witnessing the financial strain that it puts on families, Denise knew that there had to be a better way.

Discover how she experienced her own personal transformation including how she overcame her fears about becoming an entrepreneur to launch her company. Denise also includes many helpful life lessons including how to listen to your inner voice and how to do what makes your heart sing. 

Download this episode to learn valuable information on how to earn an affordable degree abroad from highly respected  universities, create cross cultural connections, and so much more!    

Web:  www.affordabledgreesabroad.com

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-cope-9a836889/

On March 30th, 2014, successful business woman and entrepreneur Marcia Moran’s world was turned upside down when she experienced a debilitating stroke. Prior to her stroke, she was fit, healthy, active, and energetic. After her stroke, she was immobilized, unable to walk, talk, or function. Just as suddenly and debilitating, Marcia and her husband were thrown into the convoluted and confusing labyrinth of the American healthcare system without a clue as to how to be certain that she would receive the care she needed.

Download this powerful episode to hear Marcia’s remarkable and inspiring story about recovery, how alternative therapy practices were an important part of her healing process, how she went from being aphasic to a Toastmaster’s Regional Director, and how it is possible to not only survive, but thrive after stroke.      

Website: www.strokeforward.com

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

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stroke_Forward

Darla Evon’s successful and lucrative career as a dental hygienist was abruptly ended when a car accident in 2007 left her with multiple fractures in her cervical spine. Darla literally broke her neck, leaving her with nerve damage and in constant pain.  Not only did she lose her career, she lost her passion for life as well as her ability to dream.

After landing in the Intensive Care Unit in 2014 with multiple blood clots in her legs and lungs, Darla overheard one of her nurses tell another that she would not live through the night. That’s when Darla found her fighting spirit and decided to find her own path to health, healing, finding her passion, and using her gifts to help others step into their .

Download this episode to hear Darla’s story, discover the value of a “chuck-it bucket,” and learn how you can transform your life from broken to beautiful.

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The magical and mystical Mariah Ehlert returns to The FemiNinja Project to explain how you can leave stress and anxiety in the rear view mirror and bring ease, calm, and joy back into your life. Mariah is the founder and owner of The Rebel Brain, the Sanctuary Studio, and Mariah Ehlert Photography.

As a Certified Neurosculpting® Facilitator, Master Nutrition Therapist, and Visionary, Mariah helps clients of all ages and walks of life to learn valuable, life-altering tools designed to not just navigate the tough times in life, but to rock through life’s challenges with ease and joy. In this energetic and informative episode, she describes how stress puts our brain and nervous system into high alert and the negative effect it has on our body chemistry, hormonal balance, and our physical health and well-being.

Mariah also explains the language of the brain, and how we have the ability to access the ability to rise to a higher level of function through simple and practical tips. She also has a penchant for unicorns, laughter, and embracing a playful spirit, in every aspect of our lives.

Download this episode to discover how YOU can calm your stress response, activate more of your brain, and release your full potential. You’ll also learn why the world needs more unicorns in it. You do not want to miss this!

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Download Mariah's previous episodes:

#26 Courage, Creativity, and Brain Power

#49 Lifelong Learning and Endless Possibilities

Physician Assistant, Certified Homeopath, entrepreneur, and mom Torey Ivanic returns to The FemiNinja Project for a follow-up episode. Torey is also the author of the groundbreaking book, “No Big Deal: From Athlete to Advocate; A Memoir of Childhood Betrayal and a Journey to Justice.”

Torey shares her story as well the many insights she has experienced from her path of healing which includes how to stand your ground, find your voice, listen to your intuition and follow it. She also explains the difference between being impacted rather than triggered, and how to discover your “growth edge” by getting out of your comfort zone.

In addition to being ensconced in a self-described whirlwind of Mom-ness, Torey has found the time to complete a 200 hour yoga teacher training along with her Reiki Certification to add to her healing skills. Download this episode to discover valuable information regarding health, healing, the human connection, and how to move through life’s challenges with your body and your mind.  

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https://www.openspace4.com/books/

https://www.instagram.com/nobigdealbook

Download Torey’s first episode, Episode #36 Not On My Watch.  

Fear is a powerful and important emotional response to any type of threat, both real or imagined. Fear helps alert us to danger so we can move to a place of safety. But when we are under a constant state of fear, like many of us are these days with the uncertainty and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we can get stuck in that pattern of fear which then escalates to anxiety, panic attacks, and eventually wreaks havoc on our mental, physical, and emotional health and well-being. 

Award winning and best selling author, speaker, martial artist, physical therapist, and host of The FemiNinja Project Cheryl Ilov shares some ninja secrets, tips and tricks to help you move past the fear. Download this episode to discover how you can stay safe, stay healthy, and stay sane, not only during these difficult days but anytime you feel stuck in a pattern of fear. 

Website:  https://www.cherylilov.com/

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Twitter:   @cherylilov

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

Book:      https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IPY60KG/

Dr. Ashley Zimmerman returns to The FemiNinja Project to clear up the confusion regarding the many myths of women’s health issues, including the natural rhythms and cycles that women experience. Ashley is a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy, a doula, and an advocate for women’s health.

She is passionate about empowering women and adolescent females by helping them understand their bodies, how to take control of their health through self-awareness, education, developing an effective support system, and becoming their own advocate.

Ashley has also developed a program for teen-aged girls called MVM, which stands for movement, voice, muse. Her goal is to empower young women to understand their bodies and embrace their inner wisdom, unleash their personal power, and realize their full potential. This episode is packed full of fantastic information, not just for women, but for the men who love and support them. Download this episode to gain valuable information that can change your life forever.  

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Download Ashley's previous episodes:

#34 Discover Your Strength Within

#35 The Body Freedom Project 

Entrepreneur and business owner Bailey Konieczka of Bailey Katherine Interiors shares her passion for creating beautiful homes through holistic design. She explains that interior design is so much more than having pretty things in a pretty space. It is about using intention as well as materials that help you feel grounded, and creating a sanctuary for yourself, your family, and your friends.

Bailey believes that when you slow down, connect with what you want your home or an individual room to represent while restoring peace, creativity, and healing energy to your home.

Download this episode to hear the charming story of 8 year old Bailey’s dream home, and how launching her business just five months after losing her beloved mom to cancer helped her through the process of grieving, and how she honors the memory of her mother as she serves her clients in every design she helps them create.  

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