

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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Aug 3, 2021 • 43min
How Can Past Emotional Abuse Make You a Better Person
When J'Anemtra heard those words "If you leave me, I will hunt you down and I WILL kill you," she knew something had to change - to save her life and the lives of her children. Were you born to be a REBEL? J'Anemtra is a strong advocate for victims and survivors of domestic violence. At 40, she instantly understood that she had to start being who she was born to be; a leader, teacher, trainer, thought creator, a REBEL! As a survivor of domestic violence, I encourage audiences to develop their own blueprint and help them to define their own daily mantra that will begin the process of Living Past Crazy! I am a strong advocate for victims and survivors of domestic violence and speak candidly about the issues of domestic violence and abuse with emphasis on empowering individuals to continue living- because there is life after abuse! J'Anmetra lives by the quote "Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do." John Wooden J'Anmetra is an Amazon's International Bestselling Author of Fearless Woman Born to Give Thanks and Transition to Freedom and four other amazing books. She has received the Author of the Year of Award for two consecutive years and has had the opportunity to share the screen with the late actor Tommy Ford in the movie The Last Time. She is the founder of Be Fearless Inc, Waddell Consulting Services, and Bare Your Hair. She has an MBA in Healthcare Management and currently finishing her Ph.D.

Jul 31, 2021 • 37min
Is There Help for Someone With an Out-of-Control Gambling Addiction?
NO ONE intentionally starts gambling with the hope of becoming addicted .....or with the understanding of how it could destroy their life. Bobbie Malatesta had a 30-year career in corporate America and is now managing two organizations. One is to raise awareness of gambling addiction and the other is a virtual assistant business. In our interview with Bobbie she answers your questions about addiction and recovery - and how someone can get back control of their life .....or to help someone they know to get the help they need: 3-21 No Kiddin' Positivity is No Gamble 3-21 was born out of Bobbie's dream for a safe place to go to assist with boredom and relapse prevention when it comes to gambling and alcohol addiction. Out of this mission the 3-21 Podcast was born; serving over 62 countries and 1200 cities worldwide.

Jul 25, 2021 • 50min
Have You Even Known A Criminal Mastermind
Have you ever known someone who was a criminal mastermind? Crime was Mike Savage's second life, one that his wife and family knew nothing about until federal agents raided their home. Federal authorities described Mike Savage as a criminal mastermind capable of bending people to his will. He was that and more. His criminal empire was the subject of a five-year federal investigation that culminated in his indictment on 101 criminal charges that ultimately put him in prison for fifteen years, two months, and twenty-eight days. Mike imagined he would lose everything in his life, including his beloved wife who had no idea Mike was a criminal. Mike Savage is an adjunct college professor, former radio and television personality, and co-host of A Savage Perspective podcast. The feds called Mike Savage a criminal mastermind. The way Mike looked at it was "If I was a criminal mastermind, I wouldn't have been caught or in prison for 15 years." A Prisoner's Perspective: The Redemption of a Criminal Mastermind chronicles how God, through the self-sacrificing love of his wife Cynthia, moved to save both of them and restore them as the husband and wife He wanted them to be. Mike's memoir demonstrates that even through violence, separation, poverty, cancer, and death, God's love still changes and restores those lost - even in the dark criminal underworld.

Jul 14, 2021 • 40min
How Much Time Do You Spend Stressing Over Your Career?
Terry McDougall has helped thousands of high-achieving professionals just like you break through the blocks, regain their energy and enjoy their careers again! Terry can help you enjoy more success and satisfaction in your current employment OR find your next opportunity in a new career. Being smart or hard-working isn't enough. In her interview, Terry shows us how to take control of our professional destiny and start enjoying it. If you are not currently satisfied in your career, it could be because you are playing by the wrong rules. Terry can customize a coaching program structured for your success. Here are five steps she will guide you through: Clarify your goals Create your roadmap Upgrade your skills Enhance your environment Maintain your mindset You can be happier and more successful when you learn to play the game of work. If you're not currently satisfied in your career, it could be because you're playing by the wrong rules. In Winning the Game of Work, Terry Boyle McDougall shares the rules she learned from wise mentors and coaches, as well as the lessons she learned the hard way. She entered the workplace as an ambitious "go-getter" and was confused about why she wasn't advancing at the pace she expected. She learned that being smart and working hard aren't enough. The reward for developing a strategy for the game of work is success and happiness with less stress and duress.

Jul 6, 2021 • 39min
In the Game of Life, Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins
When media maven Deborah Burns wrote her award-winning memoir, Saturday's Child, life took a very unexpected turn. Suddenly, that creative journey revealed something original and exciting about the world of work. She was immersed into a new storytelling world full of literary wisdom, tools, and techniques revealed truths hidden from the 98% of us who are not authors. A rare and gorgeously written memoir, Saturday's Child tells the story of Deborah's unusual upbringing under the wings of her maverick mother to uncover the truth about her mother and their complex relationship. No longer under the spell of her maternal goddess but still caught in a wrenching circle of love and longing, Deborah must finally confront the reality of her mother's legacy and begin to claim her own identity. Saturday's Child is a fascinating depiction of a serious powerful bond that exists between all mothers and daughters. This is a mesmerizing EYE-OPENING MUST READ for any daughter who has tried to figure out where her mother ends and she begins. When Deborah Burns wrote her memoir she was immersed into a new storytelling world full of literary wisdom, tools, and techniques revealing truths hidden from the 98% of us who are not authors. Despite having been a chief innovation officer; despite leading brands like ELLE Décor and Met Home; despite working with teams and consulting with many different companies, there were five lessons about leadership and success she never knew until writing that book. The good news is that you don't need to be a writer - you just need to think like one. The better news is that when you understand the process and make thinking like a writer your mindset....you can move your work story forward in the way that you want. Applying the thought-process of a writer will spark new ideas and approaches, improve your questioning and creative problem-solving, and empower you to take the reins of the career you'd like to live. In her new release, Authorize It! Think Like a Writer to Win at Work & Life Deborah will show you how to live up to your potential. In this interview she shares how to apply the thought-process of a writer to spark new ideas and approaches, improve your questioning and creative problem-solving, and empower you to take the reins of the career you would like to live.

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.


