Living By Design - Cathy Holloway Hill

We close out our CHANGE focus with a bang!  We welcome national life skills expert and change consultant, Ms. S. Tia Brown.  S. Tia Brown is a journalist and life skills coach whose work has appeared in Entertainment Weekly, Teen People, In Touch Weekly, Essence, Heart & Soul and a host of other magazines. In addition, Brown's professional and highly sought commentary style has made her a familiar face on VH1, MSNBC, CNN and TV One.  We are fortunate to welcome Ms. S. Tia Brown to the Living By Design show.  Don't miss this powerful episode!

In this episode, I will discuss the 6 stages of changes, why we fail when we want to succeed, why we resist it, why we fear it, and most importantly how to defeat it and start seeking change to have exactly what you want in life.  "Life is not about expectations to live UP to, it is about possibilities to live INTO!  And this episode will provide specific tools on how to understand how your brain processes change.  Prior to the show, send go to my website, radio tab, and download the CHANGE CYCLE model to prepare.  See ya there!

We continue our month long focus on LIFE TRANSFORMATION.  We welcome Pete Adams to the show.  Pete is a philanthropist and both a Master and Teacher of the Law of Attraction and Manifestation. Pete has studied the greatest teachers of all time, and he has combined their teachings with specific techniques which he has successfully used to create miracles in his life.  Pete is the author of VisualFestation, and it is changing lives!  If you are struggling with your life changes, listen in for an enlightening experience!

If you've ever asked yourself this question, then tune in as we kick off the month of December with our focus on MANAGING YOUR LIFE CHANGES.  Change is constant, and learning how to manage change is critical for life success.  I will kick off the discussion today explaining why change is so difficult and why statistics show that 95% of New Year resolutions fail.  If you have tried to change your behavior or anything in your life, then this is definitely a show you DON'T want to miss!

Join us as we close out the month of November and our focus on teen issues.  Teen expert Psychologist, Chan Cotton, joins us to finish the discussion and answer many questions that have come in to our chat line.  If you are a teen with issues or if you are the parent or guardian of a teen with issues, then you DON'T want to miss this high energy, informative show!

If you are a parent or guardian of a troubled teen, then join us as we delve into this week's discussion with Psychologist and expert, Trace Embry.  Trace Embry is a child behavior expert with over 10 years experience working with families of troubled teens.  Trace has a background in Law Enforcement, Entrepreneurship, and Christian Education.  He is the radio program host of “License To Parent,” an outreach ministry of Shepherds Hill Ministries.  “License To Parent” gives biblical guidance to parents of hurting families and struggling teenagers.  Trace speaks at civic organizations and churches.  He has written a soon to be published book, “The Miracles of Shepherds Hill."  Trace produces free parent help videos and writes parent help blogs.  He has impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of teens and their families by educating them in biblical principles and spiritual attributes.  This will be an emPOWERing show!  

We continue our focus on teen issues as we welcome Julie Kleinhans, a certified life coach, founder of Mind Focus Generation, and creator of the Super Empowerment System for Teens and Young Adults: How to Create Confidence and Empowerment in Your Life so You Can Feel Free to Be Who You Really Are. Julie is a confidence and youth empowerment expert who helps teens and young adults release their negative self-image and beliefs, enabling them to go beyond their perceived limitations so that they may achieve success and well-being in all areas of their lives. As a former high school teacher and mentor, Julie has guided thousands of teenagers with numerous difficulties such as bullying, peer pressure, drug use, self-confidence issues, academic struggles, and relationships troubles by showing kids how to focus on their strengths and talents and directing them to create a plan of action to achieve their goals and dreams. Her ability to connect with young people and her heart-felt approach toward teaching has made her a favorite amongst teenagers wherever she goes.  Empowering young people is what she does best!  Join us for another powerful show!

John Sovec, Coach, Advocate, and Psychologist, joins us to delve into the dibilitating topic of teen suicide and depression.  There is a growing number of teens who are experiencing severe low self-esteem and if you know anyone who needs help with these issues, tell them to listen up because we will tackle it head on!

We kick off the month of November with our Teen Scene focus.  Teens are experiencing more issues in our nation today than ever before - self-esteem issues, pregnancy, bullying, validation, high school drop outs, peer pressure, drugs & alcohol, rage, and depression - just to name a few.  Our crew of expert psychologists and teen advocates will bring awareness to these issues as well as offer critical tips and methods for helping to reverse these issues.  Join us as we kick it off with Dr. Stephen Jones.  If you have a troubled teen or know someone who needs help, listen to this power-packed show!

We finish our domestic violence focus by delving into a critical issue in our nation - teen abusive relationships.  Dating and love should not HURT!  If you are a teen in trouble or know of one, join me as I welcome Toni Sacher to the show for a candid discussion about this rising issue.  Call in or join us in the chatroom to share you opinion!

We continue our focus on domestic violence and abusive relationships.  Are you a victim?  Are you a potential target?  Unless you know the early warning signs, you could easily get caught up.  Ensure this does not happen to you or any of your loved ones.  Tune in as we welcome Psychologist and Author, Kathleen Schmidt.  Protect yourself and your relationships!  Arm yourself with these critical life tips.   See ya there!

Many people have no idea that they are in an abusive relationship.  Control, hidden agendas, lack of compromise, lying, withholding intimacy/sex, and even the silent treatment are all subtle signs of abusive relationships.  These subtle behaviors are usually shrugged off and personality flaws, but there's more to it.  Join me for a very candid discussion on this critical topic.  You deserve happiness and the only way to have it is to FAC IT AND FIX IT!  Join me Wed, 6pm EST and bring your questions!

This month, we focus on a critical topic that plagues millions of couples in our nation - domestic violence and abusive relationships.  Our guest, Ivette Attaud is a relationship therapist who has worked with thousands of abuse victims to help them reclaim their life and we can do the same for you!  Don't miss this heart-wrenching show.  You deserve to have a better life and it begins NOW!

Today we are opening the phone lines for you to bring your questions related to any obstacles you're dealing with in life.  Whether it's a relationship problem, health issue, job loss, or just plain "stinkin thinkin", call in and bring it on!  This is your opportunity to speak directly to the expert Life Coach - don't miss out!  All callers will receive a free audio program of your choice.

You ask, and I answer!  Back by popular demand is Dr. Jed Diamond to help our males understand, and fix, the issues of childhood sexual abuse and adult depression and sexual dysfunction.  Dr. Jed has conducted extensive research on this topic and he WILL help you turn your life around.  Men, if you are commit phobes and want to have the fulfilling love that you deserve, then TUNE IN!