All Things Life with Niro Feliciano

If your week was anything like mine- working, homeschooling, and managing the everyday challenges of life, you realized how much grace we are going to need in this season.   Today I talk about what it means to not walk this path alone, but how to live a life connected and intertwined with God.  

 ...but really need to.  My dear friend and hospice nurse Lauren Messina joins me to talk about the conversations we should be having with our partners and older parents during this season of COVID.  Lauren also shares the challenges of being a working mom in this season and what we can do to keep going.   

Yes, even in this time of uncertainty we can think about what we truly want for our lives.  It starts with silence, good questions, and listening to still small voices, one of which is our very own.

Sisterhood.  We are part of a huge, collective sisterhood of shared experiences both in joy and struggle and my next guest knows this well.  OBGYN Dr. Shieva Ghofrany has devoted her life to both encouraging, supporting and healing women.   Today she shares her incredible story, her journey to losing the fear and how she became known as "big love fierce juju."  Connect with Dr. Ghofrany...

Mom of 3 and successful photographer Rachel Henderson talks about how to hold onto faith during trying times.  Living with a chronic illness that has been debilitating at times, Rachel has a beautiful story of hope and God’s faithfulness even when the healing hasn’t happened… yet.  

My childhood friend Dr. Mirna shares her story on working in a Manhattan ICU during the height of the pandemic.  Such an important episode to understand the impact COVID has had on healthcare workers and what we can do now to prevent getting to this point again. 

Does God still do miracles today?  You Bet!  My friend and Family Pastor Craig Horne talks about a few of the many miracles he's seen in his life and what's actually the most important thing to remember when we need one. A powerful episode and his accent is pretty awesome, too! You can find his book, The White Afrikan: That Became An African-American , by clicking here

For parents this issue is front and center both on our minds and on our hearts.  Pediatrician and mom of 3, Dr. Meredith Renda offers us sound advice on what we need to consider when making the decisions that are right for our families.  

What does faith look like in the everyday? How can we live out our faith with people who don’t want anything to do with it?   What about passing on faith to our kids? Public speaking coach and media trainer Demetra Ganias @demetraganias and I talk about what everyday faith looks like both in our families and in the workplace. This episode is taken from an Instagram live, I did with Demetra a few w...

Today I am sharing an interview that I did with my friend and journalist Sonni Abatta on her  awesome podcast 30 Something with Sonni.  She is insightful and thoughtful and I really had to think  about some of the questions she asked me!  I'm sure you will relate and see yourself in much of what we talk about.  Follow Sonni @sonniabatta on Ig www.sonniabatta.com Her podcast: https://podcasts....

We all have these people in our lives and we might be that person to someone else.  There are many facets of a difficult situation as well as a difficult person and here I talk about what to consider if you find yourself in a tough relationship.  Also, what does it really mean to live as a blessing even to those who hurt you?  Listen and find out—it just might change your life and someone else&apo...

Distraction is literally addictive and that’s why it's so hard to stop!!!  In this episode I will give you effective, practical strategies to become less distracted and more focused on making the most of your time and  living the life that you really want.

Today I’m talking about distraction and how it impacts living a life of faith and connection.  Distraction has become a serious issue in our lives affecting our mental health and relationships especially in the midst of a stressful pandemic.  If you are ready to make the choice to live more present and focused- these episodes are for you!

Stressed, bored, or just losing your excitement for life?  All normal, especially in the midst of a pandemic, and self-care is essential to living a healthy life physically, emotionally, and even spiritually.  Psychotherapist Cathleen Bearse joins me to talk about the magic of self-care.   Connect with Cathleen on her website selfcarebestie.com

Feeling disconnected or cut off from life as you knew it or perhaps the plans, purposes and dreams that you hoped for?  If so you are not alone.  God is very intentional about the season you are in right now and this is the lesson He gave me this week in my very own garden. 

We've all asked that question or at least thought it "Why isn't this happening for me?"  Today my guest Psychotherapist Victoria Nunguesser gives us a powerful perspective on what we need to answer that question.  We talk about her work with clients and her own journey of infertility and the wisdom she has received through both.  

Today I’m talking with my former patient Sara Spranzman who shares her story of fear, loss and how she found hope along the way.   It’s the story of discovering your faith in the desert seasons of your life.  We also talk about the unspoken grief of miscarriage and what is important to know if you or someone you know has experienced this loss.  A powerful message not to be missed. 

 My friend and colleague Dr. Lisa Fraidin joins me to talk about what we are seeing most these days in the office.  If you are feeling anxious you are not alone and there IS something you can do about it! 

Some of us were born with it–most of us not.  We are all waiting for something and patience has a huge impact on the quality of our lives spiritually, emotionally and physically. So how do we develop more of this?  Listen up. 

Our female friendships are so valuable and often so complicated.  We can’t live without them, so its worth making the time to understand them.  My friend and colleague, therapist Carrie Amos joins me once again to discuss the value of female friendships, how they change, what is toxic and what we need to be healthy and have a healthy connection with other women.  

 That's what we thought, but maybe this has been the year we have seen more clearly than ever before... 

One of the most positive people I've ever met Amy Schmidt shares her vision for this second act of life that can be the greatest gift we have ever received even if accompanied by hot flashes or power surges as she calls them! I told you this lady is positive!  For more from Amy: fearlesslyfacingfifty.com Buy her new book Cannonball: https://www.amazon.com/Cannonball-Fearlessly-Facing-Midlife-...

Amy Julia Becker, award winning author of White Picket Fences joins me today to talk about privilege and how to love in a world divided by it.  We talk about what it means to be a person of faith entering into this dialogue and work.  To hear more from Amy Julia visit: amyjuliabecker.com Buy her sold out book on Amazon back in stock this week: https://www.amazon.com/White-Picket-Fences-Turning-Pri...

Such an important time to really learn how to listen, hear and if we are going to disagree, do it respectfully.  Our couples therapist, Dr. Doug Scarth, shares insight into how to do this the right way. Dr. Scarth has had a private practice in Brookfield, CT for over 30 years treating families, children and adults with a broad range of difficulties.  He can be contacted via phone at 203-740-8078 o...

Deacon Art Miller has seen a lot in his lifetime.  Been arrested numerous times, marched with Dr. King and his brother was Emmet Till's best friend. I'm talking about Emmet Till who was brutally lynched at 14 years old- that's 8th grade.  He shares his wisdom, his insight and his radical love for people and justice with me on the podcast today.