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Have you ever told yourself that you were going to stay on budget during the holidays, but found yourself still going over? What about when you said you were going to limit your sweets and not gain more than 2lbs, only to find you gained 8lbs? There is so much that goes on in the last 2 months of the year and we are here to help you stay on track. Join me as I talk with our health and wellness leader, Frances Cuesta about staying fit and enjoying the foods you love while still loving yourself. We will also be joined by Ronald Jennings to talk about our financial fitness that will keep us smiling through the new year. This is definitely a show for the whole family so tune in!  

BOO! What scares you? Better yet, what happens to you when you experience fear? Are you the kind of person who immediately runs the other way or are you the type who shuts down and feels paralyzed and entagled by the web of fear?  Not to worry! In this Halloween-Inspired episode on the Life Coach Chat Channel Lisa Marie Pepe and LeAnne Parsons willl help you take a closer look at the underlying causes of fear and explore various ways to conquer that which scares you most. Join us LIVE this Halloween 10/31/14 at 1:00PM EST for a lively and interactive discussion!  Lisa Marie Pepe is a Certified Wellness Coach and the owner of Positive Transformation Wellness Coaching. She has extensive experience working directly with others, having worked as a mental health clinician, educator, and massage therapist over the past 16 years. Although Lisa Marie has  always gravitated towards helping others, it wasn’t until more recently that she discovered her true calling in life: to empower others to empower themselves to live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.  LeAnne Parsons, The Walk Your Talk Coach, continues to have a profound impact within the adoption community by providing a much-needed roadmap for change. LeAnne has developed an educational platform with a Core Energy focus that offers transformation and inspiration. Her programs include workshops, seminars, retreats and collaboration! As a speaker, coach, radio host and advocate for a Conscious Adoption™ approach, she journeys with others to embrace life full out, and walk with integrity into a Legacy Now Lived™ 

Join us to discuss 10 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays and Beat the Holiday Blues The holiday season is already upon us! Do you love the holidays and go all out? Or does it give you heartburn because of all the obligations, money spent and stress? Or maybe this is a depressing time of year for you due to a loss or other views about holidays and family. Here’s the good news: YOU can set yourself up for success this holiday season. Join 3 coaches who will walk you through our “Top Ten” ways to shift your attitude and behavior to navigate the holidays with grace, enjoy your family, and maybe not take as big a financial hit. Why wait until January 1 to make a shift? We will discuss holiday traditions and discuss changes you can make now that will carry you through 2015 and beyond. Join coaches Trina Ramsey, Marvin Gulley and Kristin Young as they encourage us to reclaim our sanity and recapture the spirit of love this holiday season. Trina Ramsey is a career and life coach, specializing in total life transformations. Marvin Gulley is a personal trainer and self-empowerment coach – focusing on boosting your self- esteem and self-worth. Kristin Young is the “Marriage Enthusiast”, who will bring a great perspective on relationships and family. Meet our coaches: Trina Ramsey, Perspectives Plus Coaching: www.trinaramsey.com Kristin Young, Living the Vows: www.livingthevows.com Marvin Gulley: http://instagram.com/marvin_toinspiregulley

We all know how great meditation is and that it is SO good for us, yada yada... but who actually has the time to do it?  And where do you even begin?  In actuality, the idea of meditation is a lot bigger than the process itself.  You don't need all the fancy cushions, music and candles to have a beneficial session!  It can be done in 60 secs in the car or even the bathroom! In this episode, our hosts will discuss what meditation means to them and how you can factor it into your everyday life! Danielle Mercurio is a lifestyle coach inspiring urban dwellers to find their own groove in the chaos and manifest their dreams into reality. She specializes in intuitive coaching, guided meditations, and astrological/tarot readings.  For more information, go to www.newyoucitycoaching.com Dr. Joy Jacobs is a clinical psychologist, coach, and author specializing in issues related to eating, weight management, and body image. Her interest in the intersection between health, beauty, fashion, and popular culture led her to this specialty and serve as an endless source of inspiration. More information on Dr. Jacobs and her services can be found at drjoyjacobs.com. Divya Parekh, CEO and Founder of The DP Group, has over 25 years of experience as a university associate professor, scientist, biotechnology professional and global leadership wellness coach. Through inspired leadership, focused and tailored plans, she helps executives, professionals, coaches and youth embrace their inner confidence and strive for continual enrichment to achieve desired potential & success. For more insight, go to www.divyapareh.com

Decision madeAction takenAction doesn’t have the anticipated effectRewind.. do it againAnd againAnd again – expecting different results. What does it take to make some of the most important changes in our lives and careers? Listen in on our dialog this coming Thursday when we delve into the patterns in our lives that don’t serve us and learn some techniques that will empower you to change! Marvin Gulley is a certified personal trainer, Georgia Realtor and owner of a wellness business that specializes in helping health conscious people enhance their quality of life. He considers himself to be a self-esteem and self-identity coach seeking to help those who want to identify who they are and the work they are called to do while living a full life. Ben Carter is a certified Life Transformation Coach who lives by the affirmation, “We can all transform our lives one decision at a time. “ He is a Corporate Software Trainer, founder and CEO of L.I.V.E, LLC (Leap Into Victory Every day). For more on Ben: https://www.facebook.com/TheBenCarterCoachingExperience or http://brccoaching.wordpress.com/ Tamarra Causley Robinson, Certified Life and Career Transitions Coach, is a game changer in her life and in the lives of others. She coaches clients through known and unknown change events, moving them from fear, doubt and confusion to a life of bold new beginnings and authentic steps forward with courage, confidence and power! For more on Tamarra, visit www.dare2doitnow.com

When it comes to your health, what you believe could make a big difference.  Join Gina Costa-Goldfarb, Connie Rogers and Kim Ravida as they discuss how our beliefs could be keeping us unhealthy and even making us sicker than we need to be. Gina Costa-Goldfarb is a breast cancer survivor and Certified Professional Coach & Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. She has also been in the role of a caregiver. She is Dedicated to New Beginnings After Cancer. She is the founder of New Beginnings Coaching Services, LLC which helps women diagnosed with breast cancer cope, step by step, with the emotional and physical challenges they experience, so they gain confidence and feel in control of their life again. Connie Rogers, a Certified Integrative Holistic Health Coach, 37 year Cosmetologist and a Reiki Master. She is a fellow Radio show host on Life Coach Chat Channel, Published Author, Founder & Owner of Bite Size Pieces …where she coaches and supports men and women with Cancer Prevention, Weight Loss, Hormone Balance, Digestive & Skin Health. Expert in toxins that can disrupt our skin, metabolic and endocrine health.  As she works with each client, they open a door that empowers them to rewrite their life! Kim Ravida, ACC, ELI-MP is the owner and founder of Kim Ravida Coaching.  Kim is a Certified Professional Coach and Profit First Professional who works with professional women and women in business so that they fit their business into their lifestyle.

THIS EPISODE HAS BEEN PRE-RECORDED Living a RICH and FULL life is about more than making LOTS and LOTS of money. It’s about thinking and believing yourself into all of the good that life has to offer. Based loosely on the writing of Napoleon Hill’s “Think & Grow Rich”, we will have a dynamic discussion around defining riches for yourself, how to change the course of your life when you want more, and how to maintain it, once you are on your way. Danica Trebel (www.danicatrebel.com) is a professional writer and Family Dynamics and Life Coach. She specializes in helping bridge the communication gap between parents and their teens, empowering each generation to live in their purpose and their authenticity.  Marvin Gulley is a certified personal trainer, Georgia Realtor and owner of a wellness business that specializes in helping health conscious people enhance their quality of life. He considers himself to be a self-esteem and self-identity coach seeking to help those who want to identify who they are and the work they are called to do while living a full life. Monique Causley is an Asbestos Management consultant by day and licensed beautician by night. She helps women lift their self-esteem by expressing their inner beauty through the care of their hair. She has been the primary inspiration for natural hair care and beauty for many, including her sister, Tamarra Causley Robinson. Tamarra Causley Robinson, Certified Life and Career Transitions Coach is a game changer in her life and in the lives of others. She coaches clients through scheduled and unscheduled change events, moving them from fear and doubt to a life of bold new beginnings and authentic steps forward with courage, confidence and power! For more on Tamarra, visit www.dare2doitnow.com    

When coaching clients a word typically comes up in the conversation:  Responsibility.   Responsibility is an important life skill, but can it get in the way of attaining authentic health?  What does it really mean to be responsible?   In preparing for this show, our conversations around Responsibility conjured up another word:  Uncertainty.   What does Responsibility have to do with Uncertainty?  In our next episode of Authentic Health with Holistic Coaches Traci Philips & Rob Payo, find out how these two words and the way our thoughts, beliefs and feelings around these words can either help or hinder our way to better health. Traci Philips, CHHC is the owner of That Certain Way To Wellness, offering Holistic Health & Lifestyle Coaching, assisting individuals to find the wellness within by GOAL setting, ACTION planning & aligning their CORE VALUES with the daily CHOICES they make. Traci specializes in nutrition & empowerment training and is also the founder of Wellness of Chatham, a group that meets to discuss topics concerning health and well-being in Chatham County, NC. Rob Payo understands the value of small but meaningful changes that people can make in leading healthier lives. As Rob journey has led him to serve others as a Wellness Coach, Educator, Actor, Singer, and Science Geek, his journey opens the door for others to move in their lives with less fear and greater wonder.

We are creatures of habit.  We settle on a way of doings things and we like to stick with it.  But what if those habits aren't working for us anymore.  How can we start new and create new beginnings?  Join Barbara Hetzel, Kim Ravida, and Gina Costa Goldfarb in the discussion. Barbara E. Hetzel is the owner and founder of Ridge Top Coaching, a life and leadership coaching firm that engages leaders and teams in developing and expanding their gifts and talents for the world.  As an accomplished professional in the field of training and organizational development, she has over 25 years of experience helping others discover and embrace true calling. Kim Ravida, ACC, ELI-MP is the owner and founder of Kim Ravida Coaching.  Kim is a Certified Professional Coach who works with professional women and women in business to take powerful money actions and make solid, productive business and work decisions that positively impact them personally and professionally. Gina Costa is a breast cancer survivor and Certified Professional Coach & Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. she has also been in the role of a caregiver. She is Dedicated to New Beginnings After Cancer. Gina is the founder of New Beginnings Coaching Services, LLC which helps women diagnosed with breast cancer cope, step by step, with the emotional and physical challenges they experience, so they gain confidence and feel in control of their life again.  

#EmbraceTheSlash: Succeeding professionally at this, that AND the other Some of us pursue several professions simultaneously.  We have a 'side gig' or hobby that we devote time and energy to - aside from our primary occupation. You've met them. The history teacher who plays in a band. The executive/avid scuba diver. The techie by day/world traveler/pianist. This show is about "embracing the slash". We were inspired by this article by Jessica Stillman. http://tinyurl.com/m8w32f8 … and this one by Kate Hamill http://tinyurl.com/n4azj6a Trina and Tamarra are both career coaches who also have 9-5 jobs. We want to dig into this & encourage others with multiple interests to join this robust discussion. How would you describe yourself using slashes?  Here are ours: Trina: career coach/radio host/ fundraiser/writer/"pink warrior" (breast cancer awareness advocate) (trinaramsey.com)Tamarra: Career coach/radio host/mentor & motivational speaker/active Sorority member (tamarra@dare2doitnow.com) Do you have multiple roles? Join the conversation! #EmbraceTheSlash "Because I no longer act ashamed of my “/”, people are genuinely interested – and often even impressed..."  Kate Hamill

2014 is just about winding up. We often focus on what we haven’t done and then jump into either talking about it or quickly and half-heartedly starting to do “something” to show that we attempted to change/modify the goal. What we don’t consider though, is completely leaving some of these things BEHIND.  Come join us in this energetically charged conversation about simply refusing to bring that baggage that’s been holding us back , firmly planted in 2014… never to follow again. Ben Carter is a certified Life Transformation Coach who mantra is, “We can all transform our lives one decision at a time. “ He currently juggles his professional career as a Corporate Software Trainer and is the founder and CEO of L.I.V.E, LLC (Leap Into Victory Every day). He will soon release his first e-book, that will guide the reader through his journey of “finding the purpose before you find the job so that your identity isn’t wrapped up in your job title.” For more on Ben: https://www.facebook.com/TheBenCarterCoachingExperience or http://brccoaching.wordpress.com/ Danica Trebel (www.danicatrebel.com) is a professional writer and Family Dynamics and Life Coach. She specializes in helping bridge the communication gap between parents and their teens, empowering each generation to live in their purpose and their authenticity Tamarra Causley Robinson, Certified Life and Career Transitions Coach is a game changer in her life and in the lives of others. She coaches clients through scheduled and unscheduled change events, moving them from fear and doubt to a life of bold new beginnings and authentic steps forward with courage, confidence and power! For more on Tamarra, visit www.dare2doitnow.com

What is your IT? Please Join LeAnne, Joy and Divya as we step into "IT" Dr. Joy Jacobs is a clinical psychologist, coach, and author specializing in issues related to eating, weight management, and body image. Her interest in the intersection between health, beauty, fashion, and popular culture led her to this specialty and serve as an endless source of inspiration. More information on Dr. Jacobs and her services can be found at drjoyjacobs.com. Divya has over 25 years of rich and varied experience as a university associate professor, scientist, biotechnology professional and career leadership coach. As CEO of The DP Group, eVirtual Roundtable TeamLeader, and Head Career Coach of International Coach Academy, she helps executives, professionals, coaches (across 60 countries) and youth harness their drive.  LeAnne Parsons is a certified professional coach, ELI-MP , Reunited Adoptee, Speaker and Radio Host. Creator of “The Tapestry of Adoption” and the Conscious Adoption Approach™, LeAnne empowers the adoption community to connect and reveal the myths and realities of adoption. Committed to raise awareness as we confidently and courageously Walk into a Legacy Now Lived!

Join us for a fun and intriguing hour as I interview Charles Rawlings, author of "It Really Is That Complicated". This book offers a fresh prespective on the interaction of couples and the varying thoughts and views of men and women. This will be an extremely open conversation so make sure the young ones are in the bed before you tune in! . 

In this episode of Authentic Health with Holistic Coaches Traci Philips & Rob Payo, we will focus on reconciling grief:   How do you reconcile your life in the midst of grief and loss? What defines grief and loss and how does one learn to balance the isolation of grief with acts of creativity? Join us as we interview our guest, poet and writer Barbara Ellen Sorensen. Her powerful imagery and unflinching look at life is beautifully rendered in her poetry and Barbara will share some of her poems and other writings as a way of discussing grief & loss and how it can be balanced through acts of creativity. Barbara Ellen Sorensen is former senior editor of Winds of Change magazine, the flagship publication for the American Indian Science & Engineering Society.Sorensen’s chapbook, Song from the Deep Middle Brain (Mainstreet Rag, 2010), was a 2011 Colorado Book Award finalist.Sorensen was nominated for a Pushcart Prize for her memoir piece, Ghostflower & Wind (Drunken Boat, 2012). Traci Philips, CHHC is the owner of That Certain Way To Wellness, offering Holistic Health & Lifestyle Coaching, assisting individuals to find the wellness within by GOAL setting, ACTION planning & aligning their CORE VALUES with the daily CHOICES they make.  Traci specializes in nutrition & empowerment training and is also the founder of Wellness of Chatham, a group that meets to discuss topics concerning health and well-being in Chatham County, NC. Rob Payo understands the value of small but meaningful changes that people can make in leading healthier lives. As Rob journey has led him to serve others as a Wellness Coach, Educator, Actor, Singer, and Science Geek, his journey opens the door for others to move in their lives with less fear and greater wonder.

LADIES, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! When the demands of the situations and seasons in our lives wear us down, the first thing to suffer is how we take care of ourselves. Sure the situation may call for “all hands on deck” but even so, in those it’s even more critical that we honor the need to breathe, relax, and allow the Universe (God) work in our favor. Come join us for this lively discussion about how to be “in the work” while also taking good care of ourselves. You deserve it! RachelleRamm is a Certified Leadership Coach and is known as a no-nonsense results getter, whose purpose and passion is helping IT sales professionals confidently create their core foundation to produce extraordinary results. As the IT Sales Coach, she has created a 4 Step Success Strategy: Discover, Plan, Implement, and Master to meet the challenge of positive change and renewal. Kristin Young, the “Marriage Enthusiast” is the CEO of Living The Vows, which assists with bringing joy to marriages BEFORE the proposal. Her mission is simply this, to restore the beauty, respect and value that marriage deserves by reaching 3 million married couples who are committed to “Living the Vows…and LOVING it!.” For more on Kristin, visit www.livingthevows.com Tamarra Causley Robinson, Certified Life and Career Transitions Coach is a game changer in her life and in the lives of others. She coaches clients through scheduled and unscheduled change events, moving them from fear and doubt to a life of bold new beginnings and authentic steps forward with courage, confidence and power! For more on Tamarra, visit www.dare2doitnow.com