Never Ever Give Up Hope

Damien Horne writes, sings, plays instruments, acts and....serves.  He is a member of Nashville's infamous Muzik Mafia as well as the chart-topping country trio, The Farm. He has worked with many artists including Big & Rich, John Legend, Faith Hill, Three Doors Down and Dierks Bentley. Damien isn't your average artist -- he goes the second mile in serving his fellow man and inspiring children and people in need across the globe with unending amounts of love and support through various organizations. Damien is passionate about encouraging others to fulfill their dreams.  He is a minister and philanthropist who is drawn to help youth, prison inmates, homeless people and victims of human trafficking. "Even if you come from humble or dysfunctional beginnings does not have to deter you from greatness."  Damien is one of 12 children and was always told that he was special.     Don't miss Damien's interview sharing his incredible story and survival and success

Janet Perez Eckles is an author, international speaker, radio host, life coach and the founder of JC Empowerment. As a blind woman, she is the last person you would expect to see dancing but she teaches thousands of people how to celebrate life. She lost her eyesight at 31, her son was murdered and the man who committed the crime was acquitted.  In the midst of these traumas, she also had to cope with infidelity in her marriage. Yet, she discovered how to turn a life of tragedy into a life of triumph. Not only does Janet dance the Salsa but she has a You Tube COOKING show.  She does not believe in limiting ourselves - but to be strong and courageous and face every challenge in spite of adversities.

Dena Dyer is a writer, speaker, teacher who has written eight books and hundreds of articles. Dena went through soul-crushing depression after her oldest son was born and knows how debilitating that can be.  In her interview, she gives practical advice on how she coped and then overcame that depression.   Depression can rob you of your joy.  Dena shares how you can learn to replace the lies you may be hearing in your "head" with the truths that will bring you out of your despair.   You, too, can replace the lies you may be hearing in your mind.....with the truth that will free you from depression. If you need practical advice on how to recover from pain and deep hurts, you must listen to Dena share.      Wounded Women of the Bible - Finding Hope When Life Hurts is a book about imploding relationships, incapacitating losses, injurious personal mistakes - whatever the issue, the wounds are the same - equally deep and devastating. Dena "gets it" and shares her own experiences as well as others who experienced the deep pain before healing. She delves deep into the shared emotions and injuries that women of all ages have in common -- and moves readers toward their recovery. No matter what hurts you've experienced, Wounded Women of the Bible proves that God understands and wants to bring healing.  

Joyce Ross, author, editor, and keynote speaker is a co-founder of Kindness Is Key, Training and Publishing Inc., the home of Heartmind Wisdom Inspirational Anthology Collection.   Joyce is a recovering gambling addict who lost over $300,000, her home, and her self-respect.  Her story is compelling and revealing as she offers help to those who may have a similar problem -- or know someone who does. In her interview, Joyce shares not only the indicators to determine that there could be a problem but also some solutions.   Joyce states that "Gambling is a global problem.  Depending on the country it can range from 1 in 500 people in Norway to as high as 1 in 20 people in Hong Kong.  In Canada, the United States, and Australia, one percent of the population are considered to be pathological gamblers and one to two percent as problem gamblers." In Heartmind Wisdom #3, Joyce discusses "Taming Shame and Blame," which are two natural human responses that are hope robbers. Different from other types of addicts, gambling addiction is a result of chemical changes in the brain, and can be physiologically out of control.  Dopamine is the feel-good body chemical that creates the high most addicts seek and the same high a gambler feels when they have a big win.  As time passes, the addict craves the 'higher' high or a bigger win.   Words to live by:  If you never try it, you can never become addicted to it!  Don't GIVE AWAY CONTROL. In her interview, Joy explains the NECESSITY to "Be Kind to Yourself."  Stop beating yourself up.  Get back on the Hope track.   She shares numerous helpful tips for anyone with any type of addiction.  You won't want to miss a minute of this interview

Barbara Cohen has a Masters Degree in education and has taught both in elementary school and middle school as a language arts instructor.  She was a writing consultant and has conducted workshops across the U. S.   Currently, she is a part-time literacy instructor for Marrakech, Inc. - a non-profit organization that owns half-way houses for developmentally handicapped persons.   In her interview, Barbara shares her experiences with foster children and some practical tips for anyone considering becoming a foster parent.   Being a foster parent requires patience, patience and more patience....but the rewards can be more than you had ever hoped.   From the pitfalls to the joys, Barbara encourages us to consider fostering a child who needs love.  

Ellen Mongan is a speaker, blogger and author of over 40 books.  She is the founder of Little Pink Dress Ministry.  She is co-host of the weekly radio show, My Miscarriage Matters and a frequent guest on WBPI Television.  Ellen describes the journey from trials to triumph as a hike and that it is much easier when you have someone to stand with you who has the GPS.  She helps women to overcome eating disorders, death of a child, date rape, post-partum depression, emotional scars from abuse, or just to be the best they can be in any role.  In her interview she shares how to go from brokenness to wholeness.   Ellen would like to share some of her articles with you.  For your reading enjoyment: The Backpack  Super Mom Meets Ordinary Mom Glorious Grief -- How to cope with the loss of a child Mommy TIME OUT  

Donna Kater, online video course instructor and author, is known as a master in reinventing oneself and is dedicated to helping others, particularly after they have gone through a major life-changing event.   Her professional experience as a college counselor, career counselor, small business owner, and acupuncturist help contribute to her qualifications as a mentor.   Donna is dedicated to helping people survive, come alive, and thrive!   THINK BETTER THOUGHTS HAVE A BETTER FUTURE   I'm Still Alive, Now What? is her on-line course as well as her book by the same title.  It is designed to assist people in healing after trauma such as divorce, a loved one's passing, car accident, job loss, or a natural disaster.   It is useful for anyone who needs to reevaluate their life.  She shares practical tools about how to heal one's past so you can move more easily toward a brighter future.   Some topics are: Getting over the shock    Reassessing and improving your life Valuing the experience Envisioning a new purpose in life Being fully alive again

Mary Kaarto is the author of two books, Help for the Laid Off and Hope for the Laid Off.  As a single mom for almost 20 years, Mary was inspired to write these books as a help and encouragement to those who have gone through a similar experience.   In her interview, Mary shares PRACTICAL tips on how to survive when you have lost your job.   Each one of us can benefit from these tips, no matter where we are in life.     She also shares how to cope emotionally when you find yourself in any grave situation.   She is available to answer any questions you may have and to help in any way she can.   HELP for the LAID OFF offers solid, practical advice in searching for a job. While it's OK and understandable for readers to experience a sense of loss, the author encourages them to not get stuck in an endless pity party, when they DO have a job ... to FIND a job. Kaarto opens the reader's minds to realize there are many good blessings that come during and as a result of being laid off, and that losing their job may be the best thing that could ever happen to them, in the long run.   As each new day begins, individuals struggling to find a reason to go on just may find it while reading "HOPE for the LAID OFF - Devotionals". Nearly every devotional includes a Scripture verse followed by practical application pertaining to layoffs.   

Roxanne Derhodge is a Psychotherapist, Author, and Keynote Speaker whose expertise is in relationships.  Roxanne is a trusted psychotherapist, advisor on many boards and the founder of Roxanne Derhodge Consulting.     Roxanne previously worked with the Metro Toronto Police assisting crime victims, headed an Addictions Unit with the Niagara Health System, and was involved in corporate consulting.  Roxanne is specialized in many areas of therapy including managing anxiety/depression, domestic violence, and divorce.      "Don't allow stressors to RUN you.  You take control and run them!"   Relationships are complex and challenging, they are also vitally important to our sense of well-being. This book will guide you through a deeply personal exploration of your life’s relationships. Breaking out of the mold of traditional therapist protocol, expert therapist Roxanne Derhodge delves into her own past relationships to show how you can heal from the past the same way she did. Using her own experiences as an example and drawing on years of professional expertise as a counselor, she explains how you can decipher your template for relationships and decide which aspects are in line with what you value and which are not. Through a step-by-step process, you will learn how to create fulfilling and positive relationships that will enhance your life in every way.

Anita Brooks, CPT, CLTF, CCS is someone who MOTIVATES others to dynamic break-throughs.  Blending mind, heart, body, and spirit as an inspirational business/life coach, international speaker, and common trauma expert, she shares HOPE.   She is a multi-published, award-winning author of the Amazon Best Seller, Getting Through What You Can't Get Over.   There are some things in life people never get over. No matter how much they want to.  Many experience abuse, financial disaster, serious illness, death of loved ones, and other common traumas making them believe they'll never move past the pain, but through research and true story compilations, Anita offers emotional, practical, and spiritual insights from experts and people who have survived intense trauma -- and have made it through seemingly impossible situations.     Her other titles include First Hired, Last Fired -- How to Become Irreplaceable in Any Job Market and Death Defied -- Life Defined:  A Miracle Man's Memoir.   In her interview, Anita shares how to overcome and confront fear, betrayal, deep depression, adultery, and many other valleys in our lives.  She gives practical guides and coping tools for whatever you may be going through in your life.  There can be times in our lives when we simply can't take one day at a time -- it is too much.  We need to learn how to get through one MOMENT at a time.   Anita's interview will make you take a deep breath and sigh of relief.  She teaches us how we can choose to love as if we have never been hurt.