Whispers & Bricks

Chris Vane is the founder and owner of Little Bear animal sanctuary in Flordia where he lives a happy life with his husband. It was not always that way. Chris shares his very personal story of losing his 1st husband to illness and eventually suicide. After which he hit rock bottom quitting his job and doing drugs. He no longer wanted to live. He shares the whispers that got him out of that place and into following his dream of opening an animal sanctuary. His story reminds us that rock bottom is not the end but can be the beginning of something better. He implores everyone to reach out to someone if you are in need of help.

Robyn Moore was the valedictorian of her high school. It seemed like she was on the road to success, but she had a deep secret she was suffering from depression. She would continue to suffer from depression for many years. Robyn went into hospitals and tried many different treatments, but nothing seemed to work. Until in her 30's she figured out how to overcome her depression, anxiety, and health issues, she no longer had to take medication, lost 70 pounds, adopted a child, and lives a happy life. Robyn shares with us how she did it and the whispers that helped. She now coaches women to help them live happier lives. If you suffer from depression, anxiety, or negative self-talk, you do not want to miss this episode.

LisaBeth shares her incredible story of hitting rock bottom and climbing back up. LisaBeth lost her home and her business in her divorce and at the same time, her mother passed away. It left her utterly devasted. She explains what helped her deal with her grief and get her confidence back. She now has a thriving business, is in a healthy relationship, and takes time to talk to other people to help them deal with their setbacks. She explains what she learned about herself and how it helped her moving forward. Best of all, she shares one thing you should stop doing now to improve your life.

Today we have a special episode in honor of male breast cancer awareness day. Four Male Breast Cancer Coalition members, Ron Rapaport, Jeffrey Flinn, Bret Miller, and Pat Washburn, share their compelling stories. Unfortunately, male breast cancer is often overlooked even though it affects 1 in 833 men. We hope this episode raises awareness and educates you about this deadly disease. Their stories are inspiring and educate us about what to look out for in ourselves and our loved ones. You don't want to miss this episode.

Rocky Singh Kandola shares his remarkable journey from college grad to felon to a successful business owner that inspires others. He shares some of the low points in his life. He describes living in a number of abusive boot camps, selling drugs, graduating college, being convicted of a felony, pulling himself out, and becoming a successful business owner. He shows us that no matter how hard the brick that is thrown at you, you can overcome it find a way to build a life you love. He shares his story to inspire others. You are not going to want to miss this!

I had the pleasure to interview a remarkable man named Jeff Heggie. He is the host of several podcasts and a successful coach. He shares his amazing story with us. He started out in rodeos, from running his own manufacturing plant to being a successful coach and podcast host. He shares the lessons he learned along the way, when he should have listened to the whispers and when he finally started listening to the whispers. What kept his going through it all and who inspired him the most. How he learned that it is okay to fail and his advice for anyone that wants to follow their own dreams.

I had the pleasure of interviewing Fletcher Ellignson who took the time to share his amazing journey with us. He is a successful mindset and business coach, gives seminars with his wife, has a television show, and is a father of 5. Things were not always that great for him. When his third child was born he had lost his business, was in 20,000 dollars of credit card debt, and had no income. He shares with us what the pivotal moment was when he decided to turn his life around and what helped him all along the way. He shares who his biggest inspiration was and his advice to help other people change their mindsets. You don't want to miss it!

Today I want to do something a little different. I want to share an inspirational poem with you. It is an important reminder for today and everyday. I hope it uplifts and inspires you!

In this final episode of Sahbra Markus's amazing story, she shares a little bit of her life after the holocaust. From living in DP camps in Germany to living in Israel, coming to America, and working as a famous dancer in Canada. Her life certainly did not stop being eventful. She shares one story in particular of when she finally was able to wear the blue dress that she dreamed of and be a princess. Her story truly shows us how strong the human spirit is. You won't want to miss this final chapter.

As Sahbra Markus continues to share her amazing story. In Part 9 where we left off we are finally reaching the end of the war but where will her family go? Who can they trust.? They meet an Israeli who tells them about Israel a place where they can be Jewish without fear of persecution. Her father decides that this is the place for them. A place where their family can have a future. This journey is as eventful as the rest and I am sure you can't wait to find out what happens next.