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Kristen Noel is the founder of "Best Self Magazine" and believes that it's always possible to rescript our lives to be our 'best selves,' and to live more authentically and with more joy. She shares her own 'reinvention' journey and why "Best Self Magazine" was born out of the vision to inspire, empower, and connect us to one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this New Year's episode, host Patricia Karpas shares some of the gems from her 2017 guests. Spoiler Alert: keep your heart open, make peace with your inner critic, life is messy, real love is about connection, and more! Emily Fletcher, Founder of Ziva Meditation and Meditation Studio App Teacher, provides inspiration for the New Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Joe Dispenza, a New York Times bestselling author, researcher, and educator is driven by the conviction that each of us has the potential for greatness and unlimited abilities--including the ability to heal ourselves. He shares how he healed himself after a devastating bike accident and the mind-body work he's continued to do to help others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karen Brody, women's well-being expert and author of "Daring to Rest: Reclaim Your Power with Yoga Nidra Rest Meditation", shares how Yoga Nidra has the power to reboot and transform our exhausted lives. If you're tired, cranky or the least bit overwhelmed and in need of a power nap, this one is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Tim Ryan, Author of "A Mindful Nation: How a Simple Practice Can Help Us Reduce Stress, Improve Performance, and Recapture the American Spirit", shares why mindfulness plays such a big role in his life. He believes that honoring and valuing diversity, and listening to one another, can help us build empathy and find solutions that connect us, rather than divide us. His vision for an America 2.0 is one where our priority is truly taking care of one another. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noah Levine is an author, Buddhist teacher, founder of Against the Stream and Refuge Recovery centers and is featured on the Meditation Studio App. He believes that all individuals have the power and potential to free themselves from the suffering that is caused by addiction. His programs offer an alternative to theistic 12-step programs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Albert Flynn DeSilver is a poet, meditation teacher, and author of the recent book, "Writing as a Path to Awakening: A Year to Becoming an Excellent Writer and Living an Awakened Life". He shares how his rough childhood led him to writing, poetry, and meditation. He believes that writing, coupled with a meditation practice, can help us unleash our own creativity and that we all have the potential to be great writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harvard-trained physician Parneet Pal discusses her efforts to revolutionize healthcare by looking at prevention and "Lifestyle as Medicine." She shares her personal story and why she believes behavior change and mindfulness are our best tools to inspire a healthier mind and body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meditation Studio App Teacher Chrissy Carter works her magic again as she shares this Thanksgiving Meditation. When we're stressed, overwhelmed, and frenzied we become disconnected from ourselves. Chrissy asks us to contemplate what we're grateful for and to let this fill us up with joy. We wish you a heart filled with joy and gratitude this holiday season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tracy Cochran is a popular meditation teacher and the editorial director of "Parabola Magazine". She shares how a mindfulness practice can help us in our crazy busy everyday lives. She also shares why holidays with families can often trigger us--sending us back to our 12-year-old selves--and offers some tips on how to handle this as we head into holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices