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Melissa Carroll will be sharing Going Om:  Real-Life Stories on and off the Yoga Mat.  She is a writer and yoga trainer.  What is yoga, how can it help you in life with physical and spiritual challenges while bringing inner peace for a full life.For more information on Melissa visit:  www.melissacarrollyoga.com

Temple Hayes, Spiritual leader and Author of When Did You Die?  8 Steps to Stop Dying Every Day and Start Waking Up will be sharing her words on how to become more alive no matter what life challenges.  Are you a sponge and soak up all the negative that happens to you and around you and just can't seem to make headway with your life?  Are you a victim of what appears on your door step or can you step up and not answer the doorbell?  How can you take little steps, acknowledge their effect on you and make a choice to live every second of your life to the fullest?  Temple shows us the steps, shares stories of stumbling blocks, and explores the many ways we see various openings in our life to blossom beyond our wildest dreams.  For more information about Temple and her work visit:  www.templehayes.com 

Sandra Ingerman, MA, is a world-renowned teacher of shamanism and author of Soul Retrieval: Mending the Fragmented Self.  Sandra is recognized for bridging ancient cross cultural healing methods into our modern culture addressing the needs of our times.Feel like something is just off and you just cannot seem to find what is important to you in life anymore, do your days appear to be a process of actions without meaning and you just have no sense of value in a changing world?  What is speaking to you; your heart, soul or the peer group around you?  Have you had a life event that left you 'changed' or 'empty'?  With all attempts to fill your heart and that emptyness no longer work, perhaps it is time to look into your soul and bring it loved and nourished in each moment of your life.For more information about Sandra, her events, CD's, programs and books, visit:  www.sandraingerman.com

Bob Sima will be sharing his music this hour that has the power to touch our inner being and provide comfort, inspiration and healing.  He has the power in his words and musical notes to trancend the noise of traditional music and allow you to hear what you need in the moment.  Bob's music has been used in healing sessions, meditation events, workshops on personal development and spiritual gatherings with people feeling more connected and peaceful in this world that is ever changing.For more information and to purchse his CD's visit:  www.bobsima.com

David Mezzapelle, author of Contagious Optimism:  Uplifting Stories and Motivational Advice for Positive Forward Thinking will be sharing his own contagious optimism stories on today's show.  David shares his uplifting stories and those of others around the globe who have found the silver lining in most life challenges. How fabulous is your day?  Are you high in the sky or down in the dumps?  Is life a ping pong ball that is ever wacking the wall?  Can you find happiness and balance?  Are you affected by the world around you?  Can you live a glorious life in the face of challenges, pain or suffering?  Maybe, can you live a life of balance and see the silver lining in the world to make this a great adventure.For more information on David visit:  www.ContagiousOptimism.com

Kerry Dunnington, culinary chemist and author of Tasting The Seasons:  Inspired, In-Season Cuisine That's Easy, Healthy, Fresh and Fun will be sharing her recipe design with us for the Fall and Winter Seasons.  Kerry is passionate about selecting recipes that use real, fresh foods sourced locally and in season to optimize nutrition and overall environmental impact. Do you really need fresh blueberries in February?  Is a sweet potato a mainstay of your summer table?  Why?  Yes, these items may be present in stores these days due to various growing seasons across the globe but is the food really top in nutrition if it is picked, held in trucks and transported thousands of miles over land and sea?  Do you know what is seasonal for where you live? For more information on Kerry and to purchase her book visit:  www.kerrydunnington.comFor more information on how to make better food choices, food for health or a consultation with Dr. Gallagher visit:  www.outoftheboxhealthcare.com

Allen Klein, author of Having the Time of Your Life:  Little Lessons to Live By will be with us today to share his spark and humor on discussing many reasons people answer to  'What is Life' in so many glorious ways.  Allen has 500 quotes to help us think about using few words to define something that has taken millions of years to answer but who does have the answers to 'why are we here'.Are you searching for the answer so that you can check that off your bucket list?  Are you asking everyone you meet what their answer is so you can compare it to your deepest darkest thoughts which you will probably never share in this lifetime?  Does love, life, and our journey ever really have a definition?  Perhaps that is why so many are always searching and never feeling fullfilled.  Maybe, just maybe, there is no answer, this is an experience in loving and learning, ahh. For more information about Allen and to purchase his book visit:  www.allenklein.com

Fran Smith is the co-author of Changing The Way We Die:  Compassionate End-of-Life Care and The Hospice Movement.  Fran shares many misunderstood concerns about dying and tells the stories of patients, their families, cultures and values at end of life.  She allows the process of dying and circumstances surrounding this passing time to be told with grace, honesty and dignity. Do you fear death?  Are you trying to hold on to every second of your life for dear life?  Do you potentially have it in such a noose hold that you have forgotten to live the seconds of each day to it's fullest?  Does fear, pain and suffering have a grip on you that time seems to be not on your side?  Can you get help and how can it be delivered in such a changing healthcare climate?  Can hospice help you?For more information on Fran Smith and to purchase her book visit:  www.changingthewaywedie.com/hospice

Dawson Church, Ph.D, health writer and researcher will be discussing EFT:  Emotional Freedom Techniques and how they can really change your life with that last little thing that just may seem to keep you stuck.  PTSD, chronic and serious health concerns or just stress can be supported with variations in the patterns of our thoughts, mind and habits.  Our brain is so fluid and able to support what messages it receives or transmits that life can change with simple techniques that are non invasive and cost effective.  If you are willing to see how your mind can be affected to support a healthy life, take the challenge and start today.EFT reduces stress, diminishes the intensity of emotional trauma and modified the way the brain processes information.  No matter your age, condition presenting or knowing the source of your stuckness, this program is a great start.For more information, free mini book and tips to get started visit:  www.EFTUniverse.com

John Izzo, Ph.D, author of Stepping Up:  How Taking Responsibility Changes Everything shares why things may not work and offers tips on solutions to have a successful life.  Of recent years, the ability to notice what is not working in your life may be glaring in your face and the option to stand up and be present is the only option.  John wakes us up and states what many wish to keep hidden, that they actually have the power to make things work or not. When things do not work, do you use the word 'it' or 'they' to describe the failure?  Such as 'it did not work' or 'they would not allow'?  Where is your power, your responsibility, your value?  Are you willing to stay sitting down when things get tough?  Is it time to stand up?  That may be hard if you do not know how or fear the consequences of your actions.  John shares the path to bring back your power for positive change.For more information about John Izzo or to purchase his book visit:  www.drjohnizzo.com

Mary Anne Radmacher and Liz Kalloch are co-authors and artists of SHE:  A Celebration of Greatness in every Woman which celebrates the unique characteristics of every woman that sometimes get put on the back burner in times of life challenges.  Everyone has value and if you are looking for encouragement, this book is for you.  It defines so many qualities we all have, shares others quotes on the topic and writes a letter of hope to you when the words sometimes do not seem to come. Time to remember who you are, what is your greatness and hear words that soothe the heart and soul.  Are you finding your value is not shining?  Are you feeling alone and troubled with changes in your life?  Are you unhappy and possibly looking at things that do not let your light shine through?  

Tina Gilbertson, mental health counselor and author of Constructive Wallowing:  How to Beat Bad Feelings by Letting Yourself have Them will be joining us.  Tina teaches readers how to accept and feel their feelings with self-compassion for greater emotional health. Have you been told 'just be happy' or 'get over it' and you just can't?  Are you stuck and having trouble getting going or thinking a different way?  Perhaps everyone around you is just telling you what to do and you just don't feel like it?  Help is on the way.  It is time to go through and experience your feelings, not deny them, not put them away until another time and not stuff them into a dark place for safe keeping.  Your health depends on what you do with how you feel and who you are; not just your mental health but also your physical health.For more information visit  www.tinagilbertson.com 

Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND, author of The Prediabetes Detox: a whole-body program to balance your blood sugar, increase energy, and reduce sugar cravings is our guest today.  Dr. Sarah utilizes natural and non-toxic therapies to help her patients improve their health and prevent disease.  Her focus is on detoxification, chronic illness and women's health.Are you getting the standard blood test at your doctor's office to see if you have diabetes?  They may say, 'your sugar is high but not diabetes yet' and then 'we will have to retest and watch it'.  Watch it for what?  The diagnosis of diabetes, that is what.  Why are you just testing until you get a positive result, so that now you can put a label on it and give a prescription?  Do you see any proactive health measures being taken here?  What is preventative health to you?For more information visit:  www.drsarahcimperman.com

Marion Baker, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor and author of The Lime Green Plastic Covered Couch:  Insight for Women Who Struggle to Find Lasting Love will be talking about her journey to love.  Marion had been struggling through years of internet dating to find someone to share her life with only to find herself back on the couch again searching once more.  As many in the healthcare professions, Marion then enrolled herself in a counselling program where she learned how to counsel but also learned more about herself and life lessons that were buried.  Today's show will be a fun and uplifting time to laugh and tell stories, yet perhaps, you will find a tip or two in the gems.How many people must you date until you find someone that stays?  Are you looking in all the wrong places?  Are you looking at all?  Are the things you are looking for superficial or parts of your soul and spirit that need nourishing?  How can you find peace?  There are millions of people out there but the right one may be so elusive.Fo

Dr. Mark Sircus, International expert and author of Treating Ebola and other Infectious Diseases with Natural Allopathic Medicine; along with Dr. Gary Gordon, also Internationally known expert is Co-Founder of American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) are the guests today discussing the Ebola crisis in the world. Are there treatments?  What is the risk for the world health?  What should you be doing today to ensure a top immune system that can help you fight what ever comes along?  Do you just wait until there is a crisis and follow the health bulletins to see what to do?  Or are you proactive in improving your health so that you are not victim to the bugs or viruses that come about?This is an extended show with Dr. Sircus from Brazil and Dr. Gordon from Arizona to speak about the virus that has medical professionals on edge.  What are the steps that should be taken today to protect your family? To purchase the Ebola book, click here.  For more information on Dr. Sircus, visit:  www.drsircus.comFor

David Christopher, author of The Holy Universe:  A New Story of Creation for the Heart, Soul and Spirit shares many answers to The Great Transformation of our lives.  A wonderful story with a 'Seeker' and his 'Sage', playing out the questions we may be thinking these days and anwers that fit in our ever changing world.  Humanity is having such a shift that many feel in crisis but we still have to live each day with a renewed sense of purpose.  David will be sharing his thoughts on the Ancient Mind and the Modern mind. If you are feeling the world's ethical decline, disregard for the environment and the growing fiscal divide, you are probably feeling the need for greater social justice and peaceful cohabitation; but how do you know what you are thinking and feeling is being supported by the Universe and others are also on this same path of change?Are we in a crisis of the 'heart' at this time?  Are you breaking down or breaking open?  How can you find purpose in a life that is in turmoil?  What are the changes

Carl Johan Calleman, author of The Global Mind and The Rise of Civilization will be our guest today.  His book is the first volume of The Paradigm Shift Trilogy which is 'a novel theory of our origins'.How did we get here, why do we think the way we do, what has been happening over the last several centuries, what part do we play in the Universe, and why does all this matter?  Are we self thinkers and creators or possibly a part of some grander mind that may influence the way we think?  Our thoughts have to come from somewhere, don't they?  How does our consciousness evolve through evolution?  Are we creating our path or perhaps just listening and walking the talk?  What is our mind and is it really ours?Carl will be answering these questions as he sees it through history.  For more information on Carl and to purchase his book, visit:  www.calleman.com 

Dr. Gary Gordon, MD will be joining us today.  Dr. Gordon is an international chelation expert, alternative medicine physician and expert on longevity medicine. We will be talking about your immune system, what to avoid in life that alters your body, how to improve the functioning of your body and why 'now' is so important to start to make changes. Dr. Gordon will be sharing the importance of Vitamin C, ASEA water, and heavy metals.  He will also share tips on heart and longevity health.           

Are you or your children studying harder and not getting the test results?  Spending hours and tons of money to improve school grades but feel like you are going uphill?  Stop, find out how your brain works and use that process to study the current material with increased results .......  sound good? My guest is Renee Mollan-Masters author of You are Smarter Than You Think!  Using Your Brain the Way It Was Designed, what a novel idea!  Renee has put together a quick and easy manual to find out what type of learner you are and how to use that information to guide you in learning in the future.  If your one child learns by memorizing, do you?  I your one child learns by drawing, does the other?  If you learn by talking it out, do the kids?  Everyone learns differently, BUT, your brain knows how you learn so stop and ask it!  Learning is a life long process so stop the struggle in early years and embrace the adventure.For more information on The Missing Piece to Success and the work of Renee, visit:  www.yourare

Are you trying to incorporate vegetables into your diet but tired of the same old frozen bag of something and glass jar of green goop?  Plant based diets scare you because you don't see how to get all the protein and vitamins your body needs with good tasting food?  Can I really feed my family this?  Are you ready for 'The Veggie Queen'?My guest is Jill Nussinow; registered dietitian, culinary educator and author of Nutrition CHAMPS:  New Way of Thinking about Food Groups that will Change Your Life.  Jill is an expert is showing us how to have fun with food, incorporate vitamins and minerals in levels that are supporting our health and creating alternative protein sources that we never realized.  She makes eating plants fun and creative!  Did you know how important garlic and onions are not just as a seasoning but to help our immune system?  How do you eat them every day and not smell 'funny'?  Fabulous recipes to incorporate super foods in their original form, fresh, into your diet.For more information on Ji