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Donna Blevins knows a few things about making a mind shift. She is the author of MindShift On Demand which shows people how to make that MindShift instantly. In fact, she didn’t just write it, she lived it. Donna had a massive stroke, which left her unable to speak. Using her own MindShift techniques Donna taught herself to speak in three days. Doctors were astounded. Changing your MindShift instantly is also astounding! Website: http://MindShiftOnDemand.com/

A lot of adults have problems understanding the concept of time. So, imagine the trouble that young kids have! There are many books, methods and theories about helping children tell time; but Jaime Tavera has written a book on helping children (and their parents) understand the concept of time. In her book, Being Patient Can Be Fun, she helps kids come up with activities to do while they wait. Website: www.joynationmoms.com Book: Being Patient Can Be Fun 

Dhylles Victoria has overcoming several significant obstacles and emerged victorious. From childhood sexual abuse to coming out as a gay woman at the age of 40, she has faced her fears, overcome her obstacles and now she helps other women do the same. Website: www.dhylles.com Book: Your Life! Your Purpose! No Explanations! 

The key to resolution success … persistence and patience (and passion). Jean, Karyn and Health and Fitness contributor Kim Acedo talk about making good on those healthy New Year’s Resolutions. Whether it’s losing a few pounds, drinking more water or eating vegetables and making healthy choices, you got this! You can do this! Listen in and we’ll show you how. Kim's Website: https://www.transformationwellnessforwomen.com/ Kim's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TransformationWellnessForWomen 

Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas time is here! One of the best things about Christmas is the memories of Christmas Past – favorite gifts, reactions to gifts, time with family and friends. Then, we all have the family traditions that add that special touch to the holiday. In the Christmas edition of Traditions, Tales and Trivia we share our favorite Christmases and Christmas traditions. Then, we finish with some fun Christmas Trivia!

NDE’s or near-death experiences can answer the age-old question, is there anything after this life. s the cemetery our final resting place? Nancy Rynes, a scientist and skeptic used to believe that the grave marked the end. That changed after a bicycle accident and a near-death experience. What exactly happened? Well, you’ll have to listen to find out. Suffice to say that she is now a spiritual seeker. Website:  http://nancyrynes.com Book: Awakenings from the Light 

Why is menopause such a mystery? If a woman lives long enough she’ll experience it. But what is it really? Hormones change and hot flashes ensue but isn’t there more to it than that. Young girls have tons of information at their disposal when they start menstruating but when that ends, then what? We’ve got questions and Clarissa Hughes of A Little Breathing Space has answers! Website: http://www.alittlebreatingspace.com

Everybody’s got’em … bad or negative habits. It could be anything from not drinking water to negative self-talk to adopting a victim mentality. Rhonda Farrah is a Lifestyle coach who helps people live life on purpose instead of life on default. We talk strategies and thinking that can help you put those habits in the path and help you make decisions and live a life that makes your tail wag! Website: www.helpmerhondanow.com

There is no look of a woman in an abusive relationship. She doesn’t belong to a specific race or practice a certain religion. She can’t be identified by social class or educational background. She can be and is any one of us. Rustie MacDonald shares her story but it reflects the story of many women who have lived and are living it. Website: www.rustiemacdonald.com Book: Journey of a Thousand Steps: A collection of the popular Living & Thriving Blog Posts  Podcast: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rust

Ah, Thanksgiving! Turkey with the trimmings, family and friends. The Holidays are upon us. Jean and Karyn share some Thanksgiving traditions, some Turkey Day tales and end with some interesting Thanksgiving trivia. If you are looking for a few laughs and some trivia that will impress your friends and family, then listen in!

Mental health is health and it is part of who we are. We take it with us wherever we go, including to work. Yet mental health in the workplace is rarely talked about. Maggie Georgopolous (www.maginspires.com) climbed the corporate ladder in a male-dominated field and did so while living with bipolar disorder. Listen to her story. Book: Up the Ladder in a Skirt Website: www.maginspires.com Twitter: maginspires

When Bryan Renslow’s mother died, he took his grief and turned it into something that could help, not just him, but others. Living Family History was created to help ease the grieving process by giving people a way to honor the memory of those who have passed. He stops by to talk to Karyn and Jean about capturing memories and the essence of those who have passed and how he’s chosed to honor his mother. Website: http://www.livingfamilyhistory.com

Karen Chaston was a successful CFO who lived her own version of Groundhog’s Day – the same thing over and over again. When the universe sent two sobering wake-up calls. She started Live Love by Design to help women live their best lives. Now, she is reaching out to young girls whose lives have been affected by pregnancy and equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to design their own lives. Download the book for free: https://www.livelovebydesign.com/ 

After enduring immense tragedy and unspeakable grief, two people find love where they least expect it. With Saving Each Other, first-time author Stacy Mitchell has created a story that has readers laughing and crying. In fact, after her initial publication, she used reader feedback to make some critical changes that made her book, the first in a series, even better. Stacy, Jean and Karyn talk superheroes, writing, accepting feedback and creativity. Book: Saving Each Other

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