Choose to Live, Love & Grow

In today’s episode, we are joined by Nikki Nicholas. Nikki is a Life Transformation Coach and a Mental and Emotional Wellness Expert. She uses her deep understanding of the subconscious mind to uncover and remove the negative subconscious patterns that are holding people back in life, specifically gearing her work towards people who are going through life's toughest challenges. In this episode we...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Gina Cleo. Dr. Gina Cleo is one of the world’s leading experts in habits and is passionate about translating scientific evidence into simple, actionable strategies to help improve health, wellness, mindset, and lifestyle-related habits – long-term. Gina has a PhD in habit change, is an Adjunct Professor at Bond University and an Accredited Practicing D...

In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr Libby McGugan. Dr Libby McGugan helps forward-thinking business leaders who want more freedom, empowerment and peace of mind to live and lead as their true selves. She loves this work as it shifts people from fear to love and opens them up to make powerful positive changes in themselves, their organization and the world. Her background as a medical doctor, p...

On today’s episode we are joined by Anne-Sophie Fluri. Anne-Sophie is a published neuroscientist from Imperial College London. She's Chief Science Officer at a mindfulness app, a neuroscience consultant, and creator of the REWIRE programme for mental resilience. In this episode we discuss: -How to build mental resilience -How to start meditating -The importance of journaling -And so much more &nbs...

On today’s episode we are joined by Leslie Weirich. Leslie Weirich has been speaking on the topic of Suicide Prevention for the past seven years.   She often says, “She didn’t choose this work, but this work chose her.” At 2:30 in the morning on September 10th, 2016, (which happens to be World Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day), Leslie woke to the news that her 20-year-old son Austin had t...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Scott Kolbaba. Scott J. Kolbaba is a practicing physician of internal medicine for more years than he would like to admit. After college, he joined the Marine Corps where he served until he started medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He graduated with honors and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Complet...

On today’s episode, I am joined by Gennifer Robbins. Gennifer is a trauma-informed life coach who supports, encourages and walks alongside those on their healing journey. She is the mother of 4 amazing sons, one of which has suffered from mental health disorders and a substance abuse disorder. This has led to a deep connection with the mental health and recovery community and has allowed her a new...

On today’s episode we are joined by Brandon Davis. Brandon Davis knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur from a young age when he sat watching ABC's Shark Tank on the TV. He was fascinated with the idea of starting his own business to help people improve their lives in all capacities. Although Brandon is still young, he has successfully grown 3 different businesses - Hoover Davis Landscaping, U Count...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Jarrod Wilson.   Crew Chief with the responsibility of performing inspections on, and maintaining, one of the force’s large transport aircraft, the C-17A. Upon discharge, and during a three-year stint as a welder and fabricator, he entered real estate school, but did not feel it gave him the opportunities he was looking for in the work force. He then decid...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Alexandra Nunez.   Alexandra is   a high-performance coach that helps busy professionals to achieve sustainable progress.   She was born in Colombia, but has lived in Montreal, Canada for many years now. She was an economist with an MBA whom previously spent 20+ years in finance. She’s   made this career transition to find more fulfillment a...

On today’s episode, we are joined by retired Lt Col Oakland McCulloch.   Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and the author of the 2021 release, “Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be”. Both his leadership talk, and his book are based on his 40+ years of leadership experience in combat, peacekeeping operation...

On today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Krissy Doyle-Thomas. Dr. Krissy is a Medical Neuroscientist and Professor in Ontario, Canada. She is a widely published expert in medical conditions that affect the brain and mental health. She is passionate about helping people maximize their potential as it relates to understanding how the brain works. She is committed to translating scientific research i...

On today’s episode we have Courtney McPherson. Courtney was born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, but immigrated to Portugal 3 years ago.   Most of her life, she kept a journal, writing out movie scripts, poems and songs in her spare time.   She wanted to be a script writer and after assisting a film company as a “runner”, she was offered an internship to attend the Cannes Film...

On today’s episode, I had the privilege to speak with Nicole Runyon.   Nicole Runyon is an esteemed psychotherapist renowned for her expertise in child and adolescent mental health, backed by an extensive 20-year career in the field. Her specialization lies in this particular population, where she has emerged as a prominent authority. Nicole's profound understanding of technology's impact on...

On today’s episode, I was able to have a conversation with Anya Pechko. Anya is a dedicated Digital well-being professional on a mission to revolutionize our relationships with technology, enhancing our mental and physical well-being. With a background as a corporate consultant spanning 25 years, she has successfully transformed professional environments, integrating human-centric practices for re...

On today’s episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Kait Callahan or as most people know her, Kait Ann Michelle.   Kait is a previous Division 1 Athlete with Dual masters in exercise science and clinical psychology who has a mission to bridge the gap between psychology and physiology to help you unlock permanent change.   Her mission is to understand and help people get out of their...

On today's episode, we have John Chao. John is an integrative NLP coach who is obsessed with human behavior and the unconscious mind. He spent 15 years in the fashion industry where he carefully studied the human response to trends and shopping and spent time both in the corporate and entrepreneurial world. As a coach, he now works with people helping them understand their programming, so the...

On today’s episode I had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang. Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang is a certified integrative life coach and hypnotist, hospice/palliative care doctor, and host of The Purpose Filter podcast, the show that shares deathbed wisdom and actionable shortcuts to live a more meaningful life. Her mission is to share the lessons of the dying to help us focus on what’s truly impo...

On today’s episode, we have Tisha Marie Strasser. Tisha went from statistic to CEO as a remarkable woman of resilience and determination. With a background in owning and leading a construction company that spans over a decade, she not only shattered the glass ceiling; but also laid the foundation for her future to empower girls and women. Through sheer grit and tenacity, she navigated a male-domin...

On Today’s episode, we have Nick Krantz.   Nick Krantz is a Husband, a Father to 3 Boys, a Nutrition coach + personal trainer, 2x traumatic brain injury survivor & 18x Concussion Champ. He Started an online training/nutrition coaching business in 2019 until his 2nd TBI in December 2019, where he was forced to fight to heal and continue his coaching business. Now after 3.5 years, all condi...

On today’s episode, we have Chynna Presley. Chynna Presley is a self-proclaimed 'multipotentialite' or 'jack of all trades'. She has spent nearly two decades serving Northeast Indiana in a variety of roles. Using her bachelors in social work and her masters in organizational leadership, and her insatiable thirst for knowledge, context, and application, Chynna strives to effect positive and lasting...

On today’s episode we have Leanne Kinde.   Leanne is the owner of Single Spark Coaching Copy and a writer for coaches. She writes emails, social media posts, and blogs to help coaches reach soul-aligned clients.   She is also a co-author of   A Note to My Family - I am Your Legacy, which came out December 1st. In this episode we discuss: -How important writing is -Journaling -Time m...

On today’s episode we have Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki. Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki is a distinguished Pharmacist and Board Certified Functional Medicine expert, trained at the Institute of Functional Medicine. She excels in identifying the root causes of bodily imbalances, focusing on nutrition, digestion, detoxification, immune function, hormones, and metabolism. Dr. Rutecki's comprehensive approach empower...

In today’s episode, we have Dr. Miriam Mandel. Dr. Mandel is a board-certified pediatrician. While working with children and raising two of her own, she realized the importance of mindfulness and self-soothing skills that can be nurtured from childhood into late adolescence. Building upon this foundation, her research suggests that young people can develop into happier, healthier adults while enha...

In today’s episode, we have Diane Marie Pisera. Diane is a multifaceted entrepreneur and the founder of the­­­­ DMC Strategy. Immigrating from Italy with her mom at nine years old has given Diane the grit and resilience to start multiple businesses. She is creating her very own American Dream and breaking through the generational cycle. She helps entrepreneurs elevate and expand their brands throu...