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Stay Anchored Meditation: Release Your Inner Storm of Stress
Lorie- Don’t let stress take over your life! Dive deeper into yourself with this guided visualization for relaxation and self-healing. Ep. 98 Stress is a common problem that affects everyone at some point in their lives. Fortunately, there are several ways to reduce…
Keep readingNavigating the Storm: How to Achieve Post-Traumatic Growth and Inner Peace
Danielle Matthews – Feeling overwhelmed after a traumatic event? This story of post-traumatic growth through meditation will show you how inner peace and healing are possible. Ep. 97 Danielle Matthews was 23 years old when she suffered a life-altering brain injury after being…
Keep readingTrue North: Finding Your Direction Through Courage, Curiosity and Vulnerability
Shana Francesca- Life can take us in countless directions. Sometimes it feels like we spin 360°. How do we find the right direction in life? Ep. 96 Shana is a life designer, speaker and writer. She brought her unique and powerful voice to…
Keep readingSecond Wind: Rebuilding Your Sex Life After Cancer
Juni Bucher- Sex may be the last thing you think about when you get diagnosed with cancer, but it doesn’t mean you should ignore it. Sex and cancer is not a topic that is usually brought up in many conversations, but for many…
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Unraveling Life: Overcoming Fear to Unleash Your Power
Harmony Woodington – Make these goals from a place of love and gratitude towards yourself, not thinking of yourself as lacking and not enough, and doing that to improve. Because if you try to improve from a place of self loathing and being hard on yourself, you’re not going to have the motivation…
Keep readingAnother Trip Around in 2022
Lorie- 2022: A Year in Review Ep. 94 “Thank you so much for being here. Thank you for being a part of this. Thank you for supporting me. You are the reason I’m here. You are the reason this is possible. I’m so grateful for everything from January to December– all that happened…
Keep readingStay Anchored Meditation: Finding Compassion
Lorie- While difficulties come along with life, remind yourself of how strong you have been in the past and that you have the capacity to make it through. Embrace the hardships you encounter, for overcoming these will bring about new strength and more compassion. Ep. 93 The last few episodes of the year…
Keep readingInto the Depths: Discovering Your Extraordinary Life
Dana Sardano- Are you living the life you’ve always dreamed of? Most of us are not. We muddle through life hoping we get to this magical destination someday. What if you could go on a trip to find this new life? Imagine a journey deep inside to discover your extraordinary life! Ep. 92…
Keep readingRiding Out the Storms in Life: “Cycle of Lives”
David Richman- Navigating cancer can be difficult not only at the time of diagnosis, but also while processing the trauma. The grief and sadness can feel overwhelming. The isolation can keep you stuck. The emotions can get packed away. Ep. 91 My guest, David Richman, author, speaker and philanthropist, found himself in a…
Keep readingMan the Lifeboats: How to Save Yourself When You are Sinking in Life
Jeremy Grater & Zach Tucker- When life presents you with the opportunity to make big decisions, to change and transform your life, are you going willingly? Or is your ship sinking and you desperately need a lifeboat? Ep. 90 You may be optimistic and excited to see what’s in store. But, if you’ve…
Keep readingCoasting Along: Finding Gratitude and Calm
Lorie- What are you thankful for? This time of year reminds us of why we should be grateful. Thankful and grateful are words that describe how we feel when we think about our lives. Ep. 89 It’s a busy time of the year with the holidays, family gatherings, shopping and short tempers. Sure…
Keep readingGoing with the Flow: Relieving the Effects of Stress on Your Body
Sara Webb- Stress can be a normal part of life. What we must realize is that the effects of anxiety and stress seem obvious when we talk about our thoughts, but what about the harm to the body? When it becomes overwhelming, it can affect our physical wellbeing. Ep. 88 Getting a health diagnosis…
Keep readingShort Message for the Week
Lorie- I just wanted to give you a short update on the situation here. Normally I would have a full episode with a guest interview but this week is a little different. This week I have to work a little bit on the fly and not have an expectation of anything because life…
Keep readingCrossing Your Wake: Another New Day Two Years Later
Lorie – The Two Year Anniversary of the podcast. After 2 years and 86 episodes – It is time to celebrate! Bonus Episode Flashback to November 2020. The world was reeling from the recent pandemic outbreak. People were living in times that they could not understand or relate to. I was working in…
Keep readingStay Anchored Meditation: Drifting Off to Sleep in Paradise
Lorie- Welcome to this guided sleep meditation. In this dreamy visualization, I will gently guide you into a restful and rejuvenating deep sleep while you visit a warm, tropical paradise. A perfect way to comfort you and surround you in warmth as you settle into sleep. Release the distractions of the day. Relax…
Keep readingCarry On: Discovering Resilience & Joy in Your Darkest Moments
Deborah Fletcher- We all face challenges in our lives from time to time. You might not be able to control everything that happens in your life, but you can control how you react to things. This means accepting that some things will go wrong, and learning to cope with those situations. Ep. 85…
Keep readingFinding Calm Seas: Diving Deep into Meditation
Kara Goodwin- Are you looking for ways to improve your life? Then you should try meditation! It has been proven time and again to be one of the most effective methods of self improvement. Ep. 84 Do you find yourself living in the world of “WHAT IF”? What if something bad happens? What…
Keep readingWaves of Happiness: Uncovering the Secret to a Fulfilled Life
Karyn Seitz- What does it take to be happy? Find out what makes people truly happy, the one simple secret that will change your life in this episode. Ep. 83 Karyn Seitz searched for years for answers, trying to find herself and her happiness. She hid behind her addictions and felt her life…
Keep readingStay Anchored Meditation: Healing Your Body
Lorie- I want to welcome you, my dear friends, to the second Stay Anchored Meditation. This guided healing meditation is designed to strengthen your immune system through visualization. Create a feeling of peace and calm throughout your body, release stress and pain by embracing the energy of health, happiness, and well-being. Through your…
Keep readingIn the Eye of the Storm: Life after a Melanoma Diagnosis
Carrie Brophy- Ep. 81 “I’m not ashamed of my scars, for I let them remind me that I am stronger than what has tried to take me.” After a whirlwind of unfortunate events collided with Carrie Brophy, she found herself in a new world and the feeling of having little control over what…
Keep readingThe Voyage Within: Discovering your Truth and Adjusting your Mindset
Jennifer Pilates- Ep. 80 Has life challenged you to the point of uncertainty or is it time to make some major changes in your life? We have all gone through this transitional moment. The best thing we can do is realize it comes down to us to take care of ourselves first. To…
Keep readingRough Seas Ahead: Are you “Up for the Fight”? Navigating your Cancer Journey
Bill C. Potts- Ep. 79 How do you get through a cancer diagnosis? Wow! Big question. Obviously you are here because of it. My mind floods with all of the thoughts and questions that pop up. The confusion and fear that takes over. My guest today discusses how he has navigated through his…
Keep readingThe 5 Year Journey: From a Cancer Diagnosis to Finding Peace
Lorie- Ep. 78 This month is an anniversary for many things… Some amazing and some, well not so much. I started this show almost 2 years ago. It was 3 years after my first cancer diagnosis, after multiple surgeries, 2 years of cancer treatments and recently getting the all clear on a scan.…
Keep readingFill Your Sails with Love: Life Transformation After Cancer
Kim Sorrelle- Ep. 77 You have been given a second chance at life. Now what do you want to do with it? We’ve all been told not to judge a book by its cover. But what if you could actually see inside the story? A good storyteller knows how to tell a story…
Keep readingThe Power You Have Inside: Connecting to your Inner Peace
Four Incredible Women- Ep. 76 Not every moment of every day will be rainbows and sunshine. As much as we’d like it to be, the reality is it’s not. But when we have the option to choose between feeling miserable or finding a way to make peace with the day and pull out…
Keep readingFinding Paradise: Seeing the Beauty of Life in the Blending of Two
Emily Hughes Johnson- Ep. 75 Emily shares her touching relationship with her mother, Marilyn and the gifts she left her. Marilyn’s determination to never let cancer win and to continue to inspire Emily’s life were her priorities. Living her best life through cancer. Setting an example of lifestyle and mindset. Pushing through…
Keep readingStay Anchored Meditation: Releasing Anxious Thoughts
Lorie- I want to welcome you, my dear friends, to the first Stay Anchored Meditation We can all use a moment of peace in our days. Check in with yourself today and see how you are really feeling. Do you feel the tension in you shoulders or jaw? Hanging on to that stress…
Keep readingInto the Darkness: Holistic Sleep Solutions for Better Health & Happier Lives
Morgan Adams- Are you struggling to fall asleep or wake up feeling refreshed? You may be suffering from poor quality sleep. Listen to my guest and holistic sleep coach Morgan Adams and discover why and what you can do about it! Morgan helps women who struggle with getting a good night’s sleep consistently. Her…
Keep readingCome Hell or High Water: Determination Through a Cancer Journey
Dorothy Paredes- Text If you are facing a challenge whether it’s health-related or trauma, this show is full of hope and support. My guest today is a remarkable example of courage and determination. Dorothy Paredes, is here to explain how she faced Her cancer diagnosis at 26 and has fought this fight not…
Keep readingDestination Optimism: Keeping Positive with Chronic Illness
Leann Stickel- Optimism. This single world can be your ticket to having a totally different life. We need to remember to not be limited by our circumstances. We have the opportunity to make changes in how we live mentally and physically. To improve our quality of life. Leann Stickel joins me in this…
Keep readingGetting your Bearings: Restoring Strength and Resilience
Lorie- “Our greatest glory is not in Never Falling, but in Rising every time we fall.” Confucius First, I want to thank you for being here. Thank you for being patient. Thank you for understanding. I know this has been a crazy time and I am so thankful for you and grateful for…
Keep readingRough Passage: Inspiration after Challenges – What Happened?
Lorie- Hello and welcome to this week’s episode! If you’re a regular listener, I bet you’re wondering what happened to last week’s episode. Well it’s an interesting story. I did share some of it on social media, but I had more to tell you here. It has been one heck of a week…
Keep readingRise and Shine: Transcending the Trauma of your Past
Charlene Madden- Perseverance. Do you know the importance of pushing through your fears and the darkness? You are not alone in this struggle to find your inner peace. Charlene Madden is here to talk about her life and the darkness she lived through. The trauma she experienced and hopelessness she felt. She shares…
Keep readingRiding the Waves: The Emotions of Cancer
Lorie- Cancer is an emotional ride. A diagnosis and life following it can bring you many emotions, from fear to anxiety to grief. We all respond differently to the news and how we handle these feelings. How do you find support and what can you do to help yourself through this journey to…
Keep readingSkin Cancer Awareness, Pt. 5: Into the Depths- Beauty is Not Just Skin Deep
Bronwyn Davis- Well, Welcome to the 5th and final episode of my melanoma and skin cancer awareness series. This doesn’t mean it is the end of this topic or bringing awareness…noooo this will continue to be a focus of mine to share and grow this community. I am excited to have today’s guest…
Keep readingSkin Cancer Awareness, Pt. 4: Beacon of Light – Cancer Support and Sibling to a Melanoma Survivor
Kathleen St. Clair- This is a special first ever episode like this on this show. It is a conversation between two sisters. One is a cancer survivor and the other dedicates her days making a difference to cancer patients. Through thick and thin they are there for each other. My sister, Kathleen St…
Keep readingSkin Cancer Awareness, Pt. 3: Dressed to the Nines – Sustainably Sourced and Fashion Forward UPF 50+ Clothing
Christie Covarrubias- Think of all the times you’ve been out on a sunny day, only to find yourself hours later with a terrible sunburn. The painful, hot feeling of the burn and skin damage may have felt temporary. But what if it wasn’t? Did you know that More than 2 people die of…
Keep readingSkin Cancer Awareness, Pt. 2: Through Thick and Thin – Protecting your Skin
Dr. Terry Zickerman- We should all know and understand the importance of sun protection. Even if you have not gone through a skin cancer diagnosis, you should be looking for more information on how to keep yourself safe from harmful UV rays. Have you ever thought about how sunscreen works? Is there a…
Keep readingSkin Cancer Awareness, Pt 1: Finding Opportunity in Obstacles
The Faces of Melanoma Survivors – May is skin cancer and melanoma awareness month. I am focusing on this awareness series in honor of the past outstanding and inspirational melanoma survivors that have been on the show. I will also introduce new guests to inspire you by sharing their lives and how they…
Keep readingTying Up Loose Ends
Lorie- One year ago I decided it was time to live a better life. To stop living on autopilot. A cancer diagnosis is quite a reality check… you would think that would be enough. When it comes back a couple of months after you finish a year of treatment, you start moving in…
Keep readingNavigating Through the Ocean of Stress to Find a Life You Love
Kara Bitar- Do you find yourself feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or lacking joy? Today Kara Bitar, Optimization Coach and Kundalini Yoga Teacher, helps you navigate through the ocean of stress and live the happiest, healthiest and most successful version of yourself. After Kara graduated from Duke University School of Law she went to work…
Keep readingSuccessful Journey: Living a Fulfilled Life
Eric Teplitz- What does it mean to live a fulfilled life? We have an image of the life we want to live in our heads. We keep searching for the path to get there. What if we had the ability to achieve it by changing the way we think? Eric Teplitz, joins me…
Keep readingInto the Headwinds: Fueling your Soul after Cancer
Christie Finley- Getting a cancer diagnosis is difficult to begin with. Hearing that you have leukemia in your 20’s would be devastating, yet Christie Finley found a way to find hope and fuel her soul while facing this new challenge. She shares her experience of being diagnosed with AML Leukemia at 28 and…
Keep readingCourse Correction: Using Emotional Freedom Technique to Release Your Past Trauma
Ann Hince- Change your life! We all have had those moments in our life of feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Have you ever stopped to think where that feeling is coming from? What past event is at the core of the emotions? Trauma can be stored in the body and will eventually show up…
Keep readingSink or Swim: Turning Tragedy into Triumph
Ryan Rae Harbuck- When we find ourselves plucked out of our reality with a sudden and tragic event, we have to make that one important decision – to sink or swim. Today we learn the emotional and touching story of Ryan Rae Harbuck rising out of her vulnerabilities and finding her strengths. Ryan…
Keep readingSteady as She Goes: Life Evolution
Lorie- I know that you’ve gone through challenges and changes in your life and that you’re trying to learn more to help yourself through that. I know you’re listening to this show because you’re searching for answers and direction. I have been on this journey along with all of you. It is the…
Keep readingLeading Light: HSP- Are you a Highly Sensitive Person?
Graciela Moore- Have you ever felt your mood change when someone walks into a room? Without a word even spoken, you pick up on the energy. Do you feel like you’re extremely aware of your surroundings and situations? Have you ever been told you are too dramatic? These all may be signs of…
Keep readingMaiden Voyage: Creating New Life Chapters
Laura Kossoff- Pack your bags. It’s time to go on your maiden voyage. Get ready to activate your dreams and create your new life chapter. What does your new life chapter look like? Do you know where you want to go? You don’t need to be afraid of change. Start by practicing new…
Keep readingAvoiding the Breakwall: Saving our Relationships
Branch Isole- In this week’s episode, and in honor of Valentine’s Day, we get into relationships and how to work through the turbulent times to avoid a catastrophe. Learning ways to find calm water and peace in your life. Going through any significant health or life event challenges even the best of us.…
Keep readingHope Floats: Trusting Life after Cancer
Caroline Rose- The definition of hope is the expectation, feeling, and belief that the future will be full of desired, meaningful events and outcomes. Without hope, it is difficult to imagine how or why humans would persevere. I know you will be truly moved with my guest Caroline Rose. She has made it…
Keep readingTime & Tide: Don’t Wait for Change
Suzanne Falter- How far down do we have to fall to make the changes we want or need in life? What experiences do we have to go through to change how we think? We are so busy that we miss out on many moments in our lives. We cannot stop the passing of…
Keep readingForging Ahead: Pushing Through Adversity
Justin Schenck- When we think of success, how often do we consider the actual journey that is traveled to that success? It can be a bumpy ride. We usually need to go through the worst of times only to shine so brightly on the other side. We all have challenges in life. We’ve…
Keep readingThe Healthy Galley: A Holistic Approach to Eating
Lynne Bowman- What is the secret recipe for reversing chronic disease, looking and feeling better and most important creating sustainable health habits? Eating healthy is exceptionally delicious with my guest and “healthy gal”, Lynne Bowman. She is wise and witty and has created a whole food, plant based and practical way of eating.…
Keep readingA Happy Crew: Creating Successful Relationships
Chris Plourde- Relationships – We all have them. They exist in many forms in our lives. We have relationships with people, finances, spirituality and most importantly – ourselves. With energy and excitement, my guest Chris Plourde is joining me today to shed some light on how we can better our relationships. You might…
Keep readingThe Treasure Inside of You: Dreaming Big Again
Robert Riopel- What is the treasure you have inside of you? On this treasure hunt in life, there really isn’t a big “X” marking it out. You have to take the journey of self-discovery to find it. I think you will appreciate the realness, the humor and the energy you will feel from…
Keep readingWhat’s on Deck: The Journey to a New Life
Lorie- WOW! What a year it has been. This is EPISODE45! This episode is about time and change – for me and for the show. There’s nothing like starting the new year with a new look. I felt the pull to update the podcast image to represent who I am right now. I…
Keep readingTime to Make Way: Body Confidence
Anne Poirior- Most of us have felt the pressure to look or feel a certain way in our lives. Do you remember the first time you realized you were different or unhappy with the way you saw yourself? If you have, start feeling more comfortable and confident with your body and yourself by…
Keep readingYour Southern Cross: Letting your Heart Guide You
Dieter Randolph- We all need something to direct us on our journey. Some sort of beacon to guide us on our journey of growth. In today’s episode, my guest Dieter Randolph and I talk about what we can do to find the meaning in our lives. We all have a calling and we…
Keep readingThe Whole Nine Yards: Japarra Umbrellas
Penelope Joye- Founder of Japarra Umbrellas From the beginning of her life, Penelope Joye was exposed to the sun and went through her childhood as many of us did with long days at the beach or pool with little or no protection. She paid the price. The result was a melanoma diagnosis, not…
Keep readingSeas the Day: Diving Deep Inside Yourself
Megan Warren- What do you do when you feel like you are being pulled down in life? If you are ready to try something new, to take the plunge, dive deep inside yourself to discover who you are, you are going to really enjoy listening to my guest Megan Warren. She joins me…
Keep readingCharting your Course: Getting Anchored
Lorie- It’s time to celebrate, be thankful and find gratitude in your life. In this special episode, I am excited to share some news about the changes in my life and the podcast. What do you have to be thankful for? It’s that time of year when we start to think of these…
Keep readingEven-Keeled: Find the Balance in Your Life
Michelle Kalkan- Finding balance in your life. Her energy and cheerful outlook shows how she has been able to bounce back and overcome the life she had to create a life she loves. After divorce, bankruptcy and cancer, Michelle Kalkan found the way to be a survivor and thriver. Through this series of…
Keep readingBefore That Ship Has Sailed: Planning Ahead for a “Happier Ending”
Lynn Sherwood- This is a heartfelt and touching conversation about the reality of life. We will all go through grief and loss at some point. Life is precious. Let’s make the most of the time we have together. Even if it means having the hard conversations. The importance of end-of-life communication hit home…
Keep readingTied Up In Knots: Unraveling Emotions to Find Inner Peace
Amber Campion- Are you tied up in knots? Feeling frustrated and stuck? Amber, a trauma-informed yoga teacher & mindfulness-based life + leadership coach, has such a peaceful and centered spirit. Through her guidance she will help us understand how to unravel those knots in your life and find your inner peace. Imagine living…
Keep readingTrimming the Sails: Getting the Best out of Your Life with Fitness and Nutrition
Maria Seville- Get the most out of your life. Trim your sails! Are you having trouble finding the best way to take care of yourself? Are you struggling with fitness, nutrition or life in general? My guest today gives us hope in finding the answers. Maria Seville started Faith over Fear Fitness and…
Keep readingFloating in the Stillness: Finding Joy Inside of You
Erin McCullough- Do you know how to live the life you desire? Learn how to be calm, have peace of mind, and find meaning in your life now. How you ask? Float in the stillness. When you go inside yourself, be still and listen. There you will find your answers. There you will…
Keep readingClean Bill of Health: The Power of Metabolic Interventions in Cancer
Martha Tettenborn- A Registered Dietitian and certified Primal Health Coach with over 30 years of experience as well as a cancer doula. Martha is the author of “Hacking Chemo” In her book, She shares her knowledge as a dietitian and experience as a cancer patient to inform others about the power of metabolic…
Keep readingthe big change
I didn’t pick the easy route, I picked the most fulfilling and challenging . Some people think shifting gears or starting over is easier because you’re stopping one thing and starting over fresh. I can tell you it gives you much more to work through. You don’t want to fool yourself into thinking…
Keep readingUnderstanding Your Internal Compass: “Therapize Yourself” to a Happier Life
Carrie Leaf- Mindset coach and author. Have you ever avoided a problem hoping it would go away, only to find out that the fear of change is worse than the problem? If you find yourself repeating the same patterns or making the same mistakes over and over again even though you know better,…
Keep readingNavigating the Currents of Your Life: “Starting at the Finish Line”
Matthew Newman- Brain cancer survivor, speaker, and author. Matthew Newman joins me in this episode. He is someone who understands what it is like to go through an extreme challenge. Matt is such a remarkable and energized warrior. Living in the moment and a new appreciation for life are the gifts he was…
Keep readingWeathering the Storm: Strength through Stage 4 Melanoma
Candice Mason- The true definition of a warrior. In this candid episode, listen as she shares how she turned her challenges into opportunity. She is an inspiration for anyone and has shown her strength through weathering the storm. Diagnosed with stage III melanoma in 2017, and again in 2019 with stage IV by…
Keep readingChanging your Latitude: Turning Negativity into Gratitude
Steven Crane- Steven Crane spent the year 2020 “marinating his brain” as he says, in the spirit of gratitude and appreciation… and lots of writing after his teenage son’s challenge to examine why his response to so many situations was negative. While the world was on lock-down and going through a pandemic, he…
Keep readingThat Sinking Feeling: Pushing to the Breaking Point
Lindsay Miller- She went through years of infertility, autoimmune disease, overwork and loss, She took her physical and emotional health to the breaking point. “Life is full of experiences that are challenging to cope with and for every stress we face, there are consequences for our physical and emotional health. Oftentimes we want…
Keep readingOn The Right Track: Fighting Fatigue through Fitness
Jenny Spencer- RN, Oncology Nurse and Certified Exercise Specialist. Jenny is the founder of Fight the Fatigue, an exercise program for cancer patients. She has been able to incorporate her oncology nursing background with her fitness trainer certification in order to develop a safe, effective and individualized exercise program for those living with…
Keep readingThe Tides Have Changed: Moving Forward in Times of Struggle
Bobbi Kahler- Her key strength is in helping people to “Just Start” and to learn their way forward. This idea is based on her belief that goal setting and having a vision are important, but it is more important to just start. Nothing happens until you do. You cannot make progress, you cannot…
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