420 Kay A. Oliver
Stories that Empower
Kay didn't allow her cancer journey nor the loss of her job to define her. She rebranded herself as an award winning author. Kay is passionate about presenting good, wholesome stories to her audiences. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: it's ok to ask for help we can get through a lot, if we are consistent find a supportive team give of ourselves tags: Kay A. Oliver, award winning author, Road to Elysium, a heartfelt story of self-forgiveness, bold verdicts, generosity and a neighborhood, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring,...
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419 Janet Kathleen Ettele
Stories that Empower
Janet experienced a variety of setbacks and challenges, including her parents' divorce and later her own divorce. All along, she feels that she's had the good luck of meeting pivotal and supportive people in her life. Janet turns to meditation and journaling for healing and empowerment. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: life has a way of working out we have the divine within us practice and do things for the benefit of all remain open have a sense of what's important honor our values learn to cultivate mindfulness tags: Janet Kathleen Ettele, writer,...
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418 Robert Markowitz
Stories that Empower
Robert realized that his career as a criminal lawyer was not bringing him joy. He did not feel. Robert was bold enough and gained the courage to leave the law practice. He chose to follow his heart. Robert followed his passion and became an entertainer for children. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: put happiness first it is challenging to please others search for the self value spontaneity tags: Robert Markowitz, novelist, guitar guy, funster, Clown Shoes, Don't Sneeze Choo Choo Train, story, stories, that, empower, empowering,...
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417 Dr. Win
Stories that Empower
Dr. Win considers himself a two-time immigrant. First, he fled his homeland with his parents, then, he immigrated to the US as an adult. Dr. Win pursued his passion and became a leading endodontist. However, he realized that it came with a cost ... his time and health. Now, Dr. Win is on a new journey to share to teach others how they can thrive while managing their own time and health. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: the journey teaches us in order to thrive, one must first survive protect our time and health jealously one teaches to learn tags: Dr. Win Nguyen,...
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416 Susen Edwards
Stories that Empower
Eva's story of hope, adventure and human interest is brought to life by fiction and memoir writer, Susen Edwards. It was a pleasure speaking with Susen ... a return guest! You've got to check out her interview. Susen shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: practice empathy listen without judgement trust in something larger than ourselves will is stronger than the substance never give up believe in ourselves self love is key tags: Susen Edwards, fiction and memoir writer, author, Lookin' for Love, story, stories, that, empower, empowering, empowerment, inspire, inspiring,...
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415 Melissa Connelly
Stories that Empower
Melissa's husband passed away, when she was in her mid 40s. She knew she had to go on for her children. Initially, Melissa found herself on autopilot. She had a realization that she needed to live for herself, because life mattered to her. Melissa always wanted to be a novelist, so she took a bold leap of faith and became a writer/author/novelist. She shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: live for ourselves we need boundaries change and growth are always possible even a small step at a time gets us through it life is constant change we have the agency to make the changes we...
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414 Siavash Fashi
Stories that Empower
Siavash grew up during wartime and conflict. He found bodybuilding to be a source of hope and inspiration. Seeing a picture of Arnold Schwarzenegger provided the inspiration that he needed. His journey was yet from over. Siavash overcame numerous life challenges and setbacks, before he eventually found Sixpax Gym. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: focus on just one thing at a time to do one thing, don't overwhelm yourself only your effort matters be ready to adapt stay curious evaluate your thoughts re-evaluate your belief system periodically giving back will come to...
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413 Shaun Hayes
Stories that Empower
After breaking the law, Shaun suffered tremendous consequences. As a result, he lost family, friends, fortunate and freedom. Shaun feels fortunate that he was able to come back from his fall from grace. He shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: life is about the culture that you choose to live failure is only an event there's nothing we can't overcome we set our own limits you can accomplish anything you can come back from failure look for success in everyday ask ourselves: what have we done that's right? be absolute in boundaries tags: Shaun Hayes, Best Selling...
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411 Susie Kundrat
Stories that Empower
Susie has always found herself to be passionate about lifelong wellbeing. In her journey as a Registered Dietitian and a university professor, she identified a gap in the health industry. Susie decided to pursue her passion and founded Eat, Move, Group, where she provides guidance and clarity to move from science to simple. Her plan provides a foundation with flexibility. Susie shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: nurturing ourselves is key give ourselves permission to prioritize the groove package wellness that resonates with people tags: Susan Kundrat, registered...
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412 Dr. Wendolyn Slattery
Stories that Empower
Having a close relationship with her creator enabled Wendy to receive guidance at various points of her life, including attending medical school so late in life and healing from terminal cancer. She chosen to retire from her career as an Infectious Disease physician and began to write about her journey. This enabled her to tell her story to her grandchildren about leaving them with her legacy. Wendy shares the following nuggets of life wisdom: if you have a God-driven desire, go for it learn how to live at the edge of the unseen world strive to hear the voice of God look at the desire...
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Linda experienced harassment, as one of the first women on a U.S. Forest Service fire crew. The more they harassed her, the more she didn't want to quit, e.g. fires were not the only things she fought. When Linda encountered an obstacle, she would come up with alternatives. After losing her job, her mom, getting divorced, she rebuilt her life for the 3rd time. Writing her book enabled Linda to reconnect with her 20s and remind her that she is tenacious and resilient. She reinvented herself and starting teaching others. Linda shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom:
- we are more resilient than we think
- figure out what's holding you back
- confirm assumptions that explain why you're stuck
- don't let people stop you from what you want to do
- permit yourself to say no
- trust your gut
- there are always options
Originally from Syracuse, New York, Ms. Strader moved to Prescott, Arizona with her family in 1972. In 1976, she became one of the first women on a U.S. Forest Service fire crew in the Santa Rita Mountains south of Tucson.
Summers of Fire: A Memoir of Adventure, Love and Courage is her first book. She is currently working on a prequel.
In addition to writing, Ms. Strader is a landscape architect, certified arborist, and watercolor artist. She currently lives in the same area where her Forest Service career began.
https://summersoffirebook.blogspot.com/
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