Conversations with Joan

Often, those who suffer from anxiety either exhaust themselves trying to cure it or they resign themselves to a lifetime of fear and worry. But according to Dr. David Rosmarin, instead of fighting anxiety, we can learn to turn it into a strength. He discusses how we can use anxiety as a tool to be more self-aware, self-accepting, and resilient. Dr.  Rosmarin is the founder of the Center for Anxiet...

Just about everyone has had an experience that has led to wondering if there’s a way forward. Sometimes it’s so devastating that you can’t see a path no matter how hard you try. According to Dr. Ken Druck , it’s not always clear how to go on. And that’s okay! He offers a guide for when we find ourselves feeling lost, uncertain, or even terrified about the road ahead. Dr. Druck is one of the nation...

In today’s world, bullying and aggressive behavior is becoming increasingly prevalent. It’s easy to dismiss bullies as jerks, hateful or evil. But according to Bill Eddy , LCSW, JD, only by understanding how their personalities work can people effectively intervene with adult bullying behavior. He explains how bullies manipulate others and what we can do to overcome their power. Bill is chief inno...

To combat negative life events, we need resilience. But what is resilience and how do we get it? Sally Baker offers a guide to developing a deeper understanding of how we can successfully emerge from life’s inevitable challenges . She discusses strategies to help us re-assess unhealthy coping mechanisms so we can gain resilience from the inside out. Sally is a therapist who began her training work...

Sometimes it may feel like the world is becoming more and more divisive. Many people today feel disconnected and lonely and they’re seeking love and connection. Renowned mindfulness teacher, Henry Shukman, provides a way to healing based on four "inns" of practice —Mindfulness, Support, Absorption, and Awakening. He talks about how we use our wounds as a pathway to love. Henry teaches mindfulness...

Paul Weigel trained for and completed an Ironman triathlon within six months of finishing chemotherapy. He talks about how to cling to the joy in life, no matter the odds. According to Paul, if you believe in the impossible, the incredible can come true. Paul is a six-time Ironman triathlete, college professor, and author of Iron Dad, A Cancer Survivor’s Story of Discovering Strength, Life, and Lo...

Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to Angels since she was a baby. She returns to the show to offer us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potenti...

We all experience pain and it impacts us in different ways. Guy Finley believes that we can develop a new kind of relationship with our pain that makes it a valuable part of our journey instead of a barrier. He talks about how we can use our pain for a higher transformation. Guy is an internationally renowned spiritual teacher and bestselling author.  He is the founder and director of Life of Lear...

Not all end-of-life experiences are alike. Death can come suddenly, or a person may linger in a near-death state. It's common to wonder what happens when someone is dying and how you can provide comfort and care. Elizabeth Uslander discusses end of life care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Elizabeth is the co-founder of Empowered Endings and co-author of Exploring Your End...

Most people experience a traumatic event at some point in their lives. While the symptoms of trauma usually improve over time, some people may experience lingering effects that don’t go away on their own and may interfere with their day-to-day lives. Dr. Stephanie Covington, a pioneer in the fields of addition, trauma, and recovery, talks about trauma and its impact. Dr. Covington is a clinician,...

Marie Quintana experienced an emotional roller coaster when her family left behind everything that was familiar and embarked on an uncharted path to a new country. Guided by her faith and sense of purpose, Marie built a remarkable career, attaining executive leadership positions in some of the world’s biggest corporations. She discusses how she was able to create her identity in an unfamiliar life...

Perfectionism is something many people strive to achieve. It can drive high standards and motivation. But according to Dr. Greg Chasson, perfectionism does not necessarily equate to excellence. He contends that those who establish such a high standard of rigid ideals for themselves often become paralyzed because they’re afraid that they will make mistakes or fail to meet expectations. He offers pr...

What if you could free yourself from anxiety, depression, or pain? What if you could feel whole again? Bob Gardener contends that there is a way to retrain your body and mind to produce happiness, peace, and well-being on autopilot. He talks about why we are built for freedom and how we can achieve it. Bob is the founder of The Freedom Specialist, a body based approach to happiness, health, and we...

Suzanne Giesemann knew how to live in a left-brained world as a Navy commander and aide to the head of the US military, but the death of her pregnant stepdaughter catapulted her on a journey leading to a very different destination. Suzanne believes that seeing from the eyes of the soul is the key to a joy-filled life. She discusses how we live from the soul’s perspective where she contends the hig...

Have you ever wondered what your dreams mean and how they can shed light on your inner world? According to Theresa Cheung, you can decode their profound meanings and gain valuable insights into your waking life. She talks about how you can learn to understand the messages hidden within your dreams. Theresa is an expert in dream analysis and author of the book, The Dream Dictionary from A to Z. Fol...

If you are an entrepreneur, you may be frustrated when trying to grow your business. You may even be struggling to keep it alive. But with the right elements, your small business today might just become a powerhouse tomorrow. Performance coach, Eric Cogorno, took his business from $80,000 a year teaching one-on-one golf lessons by the hour, to a multi-million dollar golf instruction brand. In the...

Many people today are struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout. Dr. Greg Hammer contends that there is a path toward personal resilience that can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, in just a few minutes a day. He talks about his GAIN method for self care that he says can improve mental, emotional, and physical health. Dr. Hammer is a Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, Ph...

Changes to your body and brain are normal as you age. And while it may feel like it’s out of your control, research shows that there are things you can do to help slow any decline in memory and lower your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or other brain issues. Dr. Tommy Wood discusses how you can improve focus and cognition at any age. Dr. Wood is an assistant professor of Pediatrics and Neu...

Hearing the words, you have cancer, is a major fear for most people. A cancer diagnosis is shocking and scary. Dr. Dominic Brandy heard those words when he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. He talks about his healing journey and how we can learn to prevent, survive and even thrive with cancer. Dr. Brandy is a medical doctor, author, speaker, and cancer coach who has been practicing...

When we experience a difficult time, we may believe that finding joy is too hard, too much to hope for, and only for those who are resilient enough. According to Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, joy is an innate human right accessible to all. Dr. Sethi helps us rediscover joy, not as a destination or solution, but as a practice for healing. Dr. Sethi is a board-certified integrative family medicine physician an...

When we experience a difficult time, we may believe that finding joy is too hard, too much to hope for, and only for those who are resilient enough. According to Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, joy is an innate human right accessible to all. Dr. Sethi helps us rediscover joy, not as a destination or solution, but as a practice for healing. Dr. Sethi is a board-certified integrative family medicine physician an...

Society gives us very clear messages about what we’re supposed to look like, and when we don’t conform, we are left feeling ashamed, insecure, angry and frustrated. Kara Richardson Whitely works to raise awareness about the importance of embracing diverse body types. At more than three hundred pounds, Kara climbed Mount Kilimanjaro bringing her from the depth of self-doubt to the top of the world....

Mental health challenges are real and they’re common. It has been reported that 1 in 5 adults experience some form of mental illness in a given year, and nearly 1 in 5 children have some type of serious mental illness. Kay Warren discusses how we can support individuals struggling with mental health challenges and their loved ones. Kay cofounded Saddleback Church with her husband, Rick Warren.  Af...

Chuck Hogan, believes that you can do your best and not be your best. But … if you are being your best, you will always do your best. He talks about how you can live your best life by reaching your full potential at home and at work. Chuck is managing partner at Your Best Life, an organization that helps people elevate finance, family, fitness and faith. His background of sales, business and relat...

Have you ever wondered why you make yourself invisible, procrastinate, or please others to get their approval? According to Dr. Friedemann Schaub, our subconscious employs these types of survival patterns to protect us. But, living in a survival mode has significant downsides. Dr. Schaub discusses how to break free from the six most common survival patterns - the victim, the invisible, the procras...