Your Coach Charlene: Where purpose meets wellness, and whispers become movement

Description:In this powerful episode of When the Moment Chooses You, Coach Charlene sits down with the remarkable Carla Preyer—caregiver, advocate, and featured voice in the upcoming documentary Facing the Wind. Carla shares her deeply moving journey of caring for her husband through an 8-year battle with Lewy body dementia. What started as subtle signs turned into a life-changing calling—one filled with heartbreak, strength, grace, and sacred moments of connection.From leaving her successful salon business to becoming a full-time caregiver, Carla’s story reveals the emotional toll and soul-deep courage required to love someone through decline. She opens up about the challenges of receiving a diagnosis, the importance of support groups, and why representation in caregiving matters—especially for women of color.✨ This episode is a love letter to every caregiver who has ever felt invisible while holding everything together.📽️ Don’t miss the premiere of this episode tonight at 6:30 PM (PST)🎟️ Learn more about the Facing the Wind documentary at the Guild Theater, May 3rd🔗 All Carla’s links, resources, and ticket info are in the description below.Premiere Event DetailsFacing the Wind📅 Saturday, May 3, 2025📍 Historic Guild Theater2828 35th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817🕛 Screenings at 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM🎤 Followed by a live community conversation and Q&A featuring Carla Preyer🎬 Watch the Official Trailer:https://youtu.be/ep-_Gu23uW0?si=7fW6PCak0pvhWwMyAbout Carla PreyerCarla Preyer is a speaker, advocate, and the founder of From the Salon Chair to Self-Care—a movement dedicated to helping women caregivers balance compassion for others with care for themselves. After walking through eight years of caregiving for her husband, she now uses her voice to bring awareness, connection, and healing to those navigating similar journeys.Media ContactCarla Preyer📧 Email: [email protected]📲 Instagram: @innerbeautybydesign#CaregiverStories #LewyBodyDementia #FacingTheWind #WhenTheMomentChoosesYou #BlackCaregivers #NursePodcast #CharleneJohnsonABOUT WHEN THE MOMENT CHOOSES YOU PODCASTCoach Charlene’s purpose is to bring transformation by creating and inspiring destiny moments because every heartbeat matters... When the Moment chooses you will engage in compassionate courageous conversations with some of the most daring trailblazers and change agents in organizations, corporations and the world who dared to respond to those destiny moments. Listen to new episodes bi-weekly on Tuesdays anywhere you get your podcasts. You will move from thinking and talking about your dreams….to manifesting the desires of your heart….Be inspired to become the highest expression of yourself. What will you do when the moment chooses you?follow me on social media: whenthemomentchoosesyouFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/whenthemomentchoosesyouInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whenthemomentchoosesyou/Website: https://coachcharlene.com/

🎙️ Let’s Go, Change Agents and Trailblazers — The Podcast Is Back!
I’m Coach Charlene, and after a powerful pause to launch Whispers of Wellness, I’m back behind the mic with When the Moment Chooses You—the podcast birthed in purpose, powered by stories, and anchored in transformation.

This new season is more than a relaunch.
It’s a movement.
It’s a moment.
And it’s YOUR moment too. 💫

In this episode, I’m sharing why I returned, what’s been stirring in my heart, and how When the Moment Chooses You: From Silence to Strength—my new book—is already transforming lives. Expect interviews with trailblazers, change agents, and purpose-driven souls who dared to rise—and a few select readings straight from the book.

Because someone is waiting for YOU to find your voice.
Because the world is waiting for YOU to show up.
And because one voice at the right pitch... can create an avalanche. 🎧

✨ Don’t Miss a Moment:👉🏽 Subscribe to the Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gx8mDJPU
📘 Order the Book: When the Moment Chooses You: From Silence to Strength: https://a.co/d/29WCLpp
🛍️ For bulk orders or speaking inquiries: [email protected]
🌐 Connect with me:https://wellnesswhispererconsulting.com/

🎙️ Welcome to the Show! 🎙️

This short yet impactful episode is here to inspire you to fight for your vision, even when the path feels unclear. Remember: Your eyes can be a trap. True vision requires you to see beyond what’s visible—it’s about dreaming with your eyes closed and believing in what’s possible.

✨ Special Announcement! ✨
I’m excited to introduce my new podcast, The Whispers of Wellness, where we’ll dive into all things well-being and wellness. From strategies to thrive in challenging times to actionable tips for self-care, this show will empower you to prioritize your well-being and live your best life. I am so excited that Dr. Deborah Rozman, CEO of HeartMath will be my first guest--you dont want to miss this.

👉 Be sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode of Whispers of Wellness—your well-being journey starts here!

💬 Let’s connect here is my additional new information so you can follow and subscribe :

💖 Stay inspired, stay well, and keep fighting for your dreams. You’ve got this! 💖

New business: https://wellnesswhispererconsulting.com/

New Youtube show coming soon: Whispers of Wellness Show

In this empowering episode of When the Moment Chooses You, Coach Charlene sits down with Ije-Enu "Ije" Udeze Nwosu, a visionary leader and advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion. Ije shares her journey from Nigeria to the executive boardroom, weaving in stories of resilience, purpose, and what it truly means to lead with intention.

Drawing from her experiences as the Executive Director of KP POWER and a champion for transformative leadership, Ije inspires us to embrace our unique strengths, empower others, and strive for extraordinary impact in every facet of life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to lead with purpose and leave a lasting legacy.
#BeExtraordinary #LeadershipAndPurpose #IjeUdezeNwosu #WomenInLeadership #TransformativeLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #Empowerment #HealthcareInnovation #ResilienceAndPurpose #Inspiration

In this powerful solo episode of When the Moment Chooses You, Coach Charlene shares the transformative lessons she learned during her time in the military. Through stories of courage, discipline, and loyalty, she reflects on how these core values have shaped her journey, both personally and professionally.

Charlene opens up about the challenges she faced, the resilience she developed, and how the military taught her the importance of staying true to her mission. Whether you're navigating change, seeking purpose, or looking to lead with integrity, this episode is filled with inspiration and practical wisdom for embracing life’s toughest lessons.
#Courage #Discipline #Loyalty #MilitaryLessons #Leadership #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #Integrity #VeteranStories #Inspiration #CoachCharlene
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Sheldon D. Fields

PhD, RN, CRNP, FNP-BC, AACRN, FAANP, FNAP, FADLN, FAAN

Dr. Fields is Research Professor and inaugural Associate Dean for Equity and Inclusion in the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at Penn State University. He is also founder and CEO of “The S.D.F Group, LLC”, which is a health innovation consultant company. He has over 30 years of experience in the health sector as an educator, researcher, clinician, administrator, consultant, health policy specialist, and entrepreneur / business owner. Dr. Fields is a well-known and respected HIV/AIDS prevention research scientist with a significant focus on young men of color. He is an Advanced AIDS Certified Registered Nurse and a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. He worked for over a decade as a primary care provider in a federally qualified health center with historically underserved disenfranchised populations. He is a lifetime member of the National Black Nurses Association, Inc., (NBNA) and currently serves as the organization’s 14th National President. He was the first ever male Registered Nurse selected for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellowship Program in which he served as a policy adviser to then Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-MD) on the Senate HELP committee during the historic healthcare reform debates and passage of the Affordable Care Act.

Dr. Fields is a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the National Academies of Practice, and the Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing. He is the former dean of the Mervyn M. Dymally School of Nursing at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, as well as the former dean of the school of Health Professions at New York Institute of Technology. He has held other academic and administrative positions at Binghamton University, University of Rochester, Florida International University, and Long Island University-Brooklyn. Dr. Fields received his Ph.D., in Nursing Science from the University of Pennsylvania, his M.S., in Family Nursing and B.S., in Nursing from Binghamton University. He completed his post-doctoral work in the Center for AIDS Prevention Studies at the University of California San Francisco. 

Social Media Links

Penn state faculty link: https://www.nursing.psu.edu/directory/fields/

NBNA Officers link: https://www.nbna.org/officers 

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheldon-d-fields-phd-rn-crnp-fnp-bc-aacrn-fnap-faanp-faan-a5255476/

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheldon_D._Fields

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In this episode of When the Moment Chooses You, Coach Charlene welcomes Carlisa Neal, high-end photographer and host of Seen and Heard: A Podcast for Black Women Living Boundless Lives. Carlisa has spent years behind the lens capturing the beauty, strength, and resilience of Black women, and now extends her mission through powerful storytelling on her podcast.

Join Carlisa as she shares her journey of choosing to create rather than conform, diving into her passion for celebrating voices that often go unheard. Through candid reflections on authenticity, empowerment, and living unapologetically, Carlisa opens up about what it means to live a boundless life. This conversation is for anyone ready to embrace their own voice and redefine success on their own terms.
#CarlisaNeal #SeenAndHeardPodcast #BlackWomenEmpowerment #AuthenticLiving #BoundlessLives #Photography #CelebratingBlackVoices #PersonalGrowth #UnapologeticLiving #SelfDiscovery #Empowerment #LivingAuthentically

In this insightful episode of When the Moment Chooses You, LaDawn Townsend shares her powerful journey from burnout to breakthrough, revealing how she transformed her leadership approach to one rooted in resilience and balance. LaDawn dives into the realities of burnout, the importance of self-care, and her strategies for leading teams with empathy and strength. From navigating challenges to building a thriving team culture, she emphasizes that true leadership goes beyond productivity—it’s about fostering growth, unity, and resilience.

Join us as LaDawn discusses her transition from traditional metrics of success to a more sustainable, impactful approach. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or anyone seeking to lead a more balanced life, LaDawn’s story is packed with actionable insights that will inspire you to turn burnout into a breakthrough.