Stories help us make sense of the world. This episode’s guest has helped shape some of our favorite cinematic stories. We’re going to learn how the art of storytelling can help transform our lives. Michael Hauge will help you discover your true self and realize your potential, viewing your life as a grand adventure and true Hero’s Journeys.
It’s November when this article is being published, a season of thanksgiving for many regions worldwide. Times are difficult for many people as they face financial and relational hardships. And with so much tension and unrest around the world and new fears and uncertainties facing us daily, it can be quite a struggle to be…
Today’s guest is a revered figure in the entertainment industry and an author. With her unforgettable portrayal of Thelma Evans on Good Times, BernNadette Stanis is a beloved icon of the small screen. She reflects on her experiences from the show, her relationships with co-stars, and life in the seventies. Despite her success, she has faced significant challenges, particularly as a caregiver. She shares her journey of caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s and the family tragedy that struck in 1991. Her book The Last Night honors her mother and explains caregiving, while her upcoming memoir, Good Times, Ain’t We Lucky We Got ‘Em: Memoir of an American Sweetheart, shares her show experiences, the behind-the-scenes stories, and aims to give back to her audience for 50 years of support. Join us in celebrating her remarkable legacy.
Our guest, Jeanne Sakata, hailed as a “local treasure” by the Los Angeles Times, is a trailblazing Japanese American actress known for roles in NCIS, Magnum PI, Station 19, and High School Musical. Over her 30+ year career, she has won awards for her diverse roles, including a male Beijing opera star and an iconic Greek opera singer. She’s also a playwright focused on civil rights, with her work displayed at the Library of Congress. In this episode you’ll learn how you can use creativity as a path toward your emotional healing.
What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done? Could you cope with the stress if it went viral? Your breaking point can also be your making point. Our guest went from being a California cul-de-sac soccer mom to a heroin addict, convicted on 32 felonies, and dubbed the “neighbor from hell.” But her story didn’t end there. Joining me is Lara Love Hardin, New York Times bestselling author of The Many Lives of Mama Love, to share her story of her amazing comeback from immense shame to finding joy and purpose.
Imagine discovering that you are going to go completely blind by age 30, or that your marriage was at risk, or the unthinkable, that a family member had been brutally attacked. Any one of these traumas could spiral even the best of us into despair. But our inspirational guest, Janet Perez Eckles, author of Now I See, overcame all this adversity and so much more.
Nikki DeLoach has made her way into your homes and hearts, starring in numerous Hallmark movies. Off-screen, she’s passionate about patient advocacy after facing life and death challenges. We’ll learn from Nikki the tools she used to deal with crises, challenges, and stress, and turn her pain into purpose.
We have a double treat for you today. Two actors from one of TV’s most iconic shows. A versatile actress, comedian, and author best known for her role as Nasty Nellie Oleson, and an accomplished actor, producer, and author best known for his portrayal of Almanzo Wilder. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Little House on the Prairie, we are thrilled to have Alison Arngrim and Dean Butler share their inside experiences working with Michael Landon on the show and the impact he made by crafting stories. You’ll also learn how each have used their fame to help battle a deadly disease that they are very passionate about.
Why does it seem so hard to kick procrastination to the curb for good? Beating procrastination is hard. We knuckle down, and things are great for a few days. But then we fall back into old habits or get frustrated with our lack of progress. Minor setbacks can be enough to derail us from working…
2024 is nearly half over. If you’re actively crushing your goals, congratulations, you’re in the top 9% of goal achievers on the planet! But if you’re like most people… chances are when you read that question, it’s probably the first time you’ve thought about your New Year’s goals in a long time. Remember how motivated…
