

Never Ever Give Up Hope
Carol Graham
Stories of ordinary people who have experienced the extraordinary and gone from hopelessness to success
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Jul 3, 2021 • 36min
How to Turn Hopelessness to Hope
Lafiro Gomez is a hemiplegic who fulfilled his dream of becoming a full-time author no matter what happened. As a young man, Lafiro suffered a major stroke which nearly killed him and left him paralyzed. He survived that only to nearly die again due to a large ulcer. Yet, he survived but had to have his right leg amputated. You don't want to miss Lafiro Gomez's story of survival and never giving up - no matter what. Here is his story of hopelessness turned to hope and success:

Jun 12, 2021 • 45min
How to See Your Dreams Fulfilled in Life and in Love
Have you known someone who was a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde split personality? As a psychotherapist for over 21 years, it took Riana Milne's own experience with a sociopathic husband to have the marriage annulled and delve into research to help others in that same position. Riana Milne is a certified Global Life and Love Trauma Recovery Coach, a number one best selling author, the host of her podcast Lessons in Life and Love, and a licensed mental health counselor for over 21 years. Riana was also a Life and Dating Coach for the Docu-series, Radical Dating--Finding Lasting Love Over 40. She offers coaching programs for couples from ages 16 - 76. FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE 1 - Free Love Tests for Singles and Couples 2 - Life/Love Transformation Discovery Session & Assessment ONLY $47 IF you mention this interview ($500 value) 2 - FREE eBook on this topic: Why nine out of 10 people suffer in life and love How to have the love you deserve

May 27, 2021 • 36min
How to Seize the Opportunity Covid Gave Each One of Us
Do you feel you have greatness trapped inside? Rick Ornelas is an ultimate success coach who can help you unlock your amazing potential. Rick is the author of 12 Hours of Heaven; Lessons for a Better World. He is also the founder of I Spark Change, a community of those who seek to make the world a better place.....one act at a time. Rick went from hopeless to writing a best-selling book in under three months while envisioning and creating an incredible future. This fulfilled the dream he had been ignoring for years: to build a community to spread positivity, hope, and love while creating a ripple effect throughout the world. The I Spark Change community has grown at a phenomenal rate of over 800% in only three months. Rick has been featured in, The Good Men Project, The Anti-Burnout club, The Authority, Thrive Global, and Beyond Brave. He continues to expand his influence on others' health and happiness as a contributing writer for Lifehack.

May 21, 2021 • 41min
Each Year Over 125,000 Americans Die from Overdose and Suicide Combined
Each year, over 125,000 Americans die from overdose and suicide combined. And this is NOT even the other causes of death related to substance misuse. They are our friends, our neighbors, our family members. They go to our churches, eat next to us at our favorite restaurants. They talk to us through our favorite podcasts. And these deaths are completely preventable. Jay Shifman is a Mental Health and Substance Misuse & Recovery Speaker, Coach, and Advocate, and the host of the Choose Your Struggle podcast. Jay has been in recovery for ten years and survived multiple suicide attempts and an overdose. If YOU KNOW ANYONE who has a substance misuse problem or is concerned about someone who does.....PLEASE listen to this interview. It will excite you when you realize YOU can do something to help! Jay talks about the struggles and the outdated model of care our communities may or may not offer and shows us how we can help those close to us and our community at large. "There are massive systems changes that need to happen. But until we can have honest conversations around these topics, these lives will continue to be lost. That’s why I produce the Choose Your Struggle podcast. I’ve been given a second chance in a country, and a world, where most people don’t even get their first. That’s why I get up every day and work to help end the stigma and ensure that those who need help get the help they deserve. Because we’re in this together.

May 12, 2021 • 43min
Are You Uncomfortable When You See A Disabled Person?
When Kristen Beale was a teenager, a Jetski accident left her paralyzed from the naval down. Her determination to disapprove the diagnosis was only the beginning of a new life for Kristen. Kristin is the author of three books, a nine-time marathon finisher, and a nationally competing wheelchair fencer. She is the creator of a weekly comic on Instagram. Her book, Date Me, is in the process of becoming a TV series. You won't want to miss that! In her interview, Kristen will motivate you to never give up, soar to places you were told you could not go, and have fun while doing it.

May 6, 2021 • 28min
Do You Know Someone Whose Life was Affected by Substance Abuse?
Most of us have known someone whose life has been affected by a form of substance abuse. In Brad’s interview he shares true life stories of people who have suffered through the dark trenches of addiction and emerge victorious. Brad Duncan has a Bachelor of Science degree in Radiography and works at the Baptist Health Hospital. He is the author of eight books. At a visitation for a 21-year-old family member who passed away from a drug overdose, Brad's life and mission changed forever. He felt inspired to share stories of hope and began interviewing people from a variety of ages, races, genders, and social statuses who had gone through addiction, overcame it and are now living abundant lives. During his interview, Brad shares several stories of people who have turned their lives around, including the most wanted man in California:

Apr 19, 2021 • 40min
How Humor Can Help You Control Your Life
Amy Lyle is a humorist who grew up in Marietta, Ohio, which is in the heart of Appalachia and known for a population that is partial to moonshine and prone to acts of violence. She has penned two Amazon Humor & Entertainment best-sellers, The Book Of Failures and We’re All A Mess, It’s OK, and is the writer and co-host of the popular talk show, “In The Burbs.” Amy felt helpless in many stages of her career in the entertainment business. One day she had a contract - the next day.....nothing. The cycle kept repeating itself. Multiply that along with the frustrations of rewriting things more often than she could count. She hated the feeling of being out of control. Don't miss her interview - she shares how she turned those failures into success and be guaranteed of a good laugh:

Apr 10, 2021 • 37min
Foster Care, Adoption, Human Trafficking, and Everything in Between
Dr. John DeGarmo is an international expert on foster care, an author, and TEDx speaker. He and his wife have had over 60 children com through their home as foster parents. He is a consultant to foster care agencies, child welfare organizations, and legal firms. Dr. John has appeared on CNN HLN, Good Morning America, ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, PBS, and more. He and his wife have won numerous awards, including the Good Morning America Ultimate Hero Award. In his interview. Dr. John DeGarmo also shares about foster care, adoption, human trafficking and parenting. AND....how he made it through the worst pain a parent can survive - the death of his first child. Loving those who have known no love, who have been tossed aside, abused, and neglected is a gift with HUGE benefits.

Mar 29, 2021 • 36min
Would You Like to Know How to Leap Sooner Rather Than Later
Google’s #1 Entrepreneur Coach, Bri Seeley, helps entrepreneurs create long-term, sustainable and scalable success on their terms! Bri distills her 14-years of real world experience into digestible, tangible tools to help entrepreneurs thrive and profit. Bri is a 2020 Stevie Award winner for both Coach and Woman of the Year, a member of the Forbes Coaches Council, and author of the best-selling Permission to Leap. You know that there is more available to you. Life is calling for you to be more in the world. And while you’ve taken a few baby steps to find out more, the thought of jumping without a parachute terrifies you. You can feel yourself torn between the comfort that you know and that invisible whisper inviting you into the expansive and vast unknown. The doubts and ‘what if’s' are paralyzing you on the fence of indecision. You look left to the comfort and right to the possibility. And left. And right. Which side do you choose? Permission to Leap will guide you through the process of leaping from the day you commit to the day you land softly on the other side.

Mar 24, 2021 • 32min
Wake Up Every Day to a New World Ready to Make a Difference
In August of 2018 Stacey Magovern’s Mom was brutally murdered in her home. How can anyone possibly process that – let alone the wife of a police officer? Stacey's story and her success as a best selling author, entrepreneur and motivational speaker will surprise and motivate you. "It is strange, yet surprising, how some very small things shape the momentous events of your life." Stacey Magovern went from outside salesperson to running a multi-million-dollar company overnight. The wife of a police officer Stacey’s passion for helping families of law enforcement became her business. She launched her company Point Blank Safety Services in 2012 with no way of knowing today her company would be one of the most successful traffic safety and security companies in Texas. She then used that success to pay it forward by founding a nonprofit, Blue Family Fund that provides scholarships for First Responder dependents and financial aid to families of injured or fallen law enforcement officers. Stacey is not just the CEO and founder of these businesses but is also a best selling author, entrepreneur and motivational speaker. Wake up every day - in a new world - ready to make a difference Small things can shape the momentous events of your life. Listen to her amazing story: