Fearless Fabulous You

Meet four young women who are recipients of the 2020 Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, all committed to social impact through their programs: Annie Zhu, age 17, cofounder, Fresh Hub Houston (Texas) Isha Clarke, age 17, cofounder, Youth Vs Apocalypse (Oakland, CA) Kavi Dolasia, age 18, cofounder, Reaching Out with Robotics (Mill Valley, CA) Isabella Paoletti-Tejada, age 18, founder, Read A Stor...

Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young suggested the best of the best holiday gifts from guests who have been on her shows. Including: https://thistlefarms.org/ https://www.doll10.com/ https://cancerbeglammed.com/ https://sipsongspirits.com/ https://venturemom.com/ https://dunejewelry.com/ https://herfuturecoalition.org/ https://www.dryfarmwines.com/ https://www.drfrankwines.com/ www.vingardeval...

Many of us are coping with loss during the COVID-19 pandemic: loss of a loved one, loss of job or business, canceled special occasions and holiday traditions for the sake of safety and health. Dr. Jennifer Love, coauthor of "When Crisis Strikes," discusses stages of grief, coping mechanisms and how to be sensitive to a friend who has lost a loved one- what to say/not to say. Dr. Love underscores t...

Sipping never felt so good! New York's Finger Lakes (aka #FLX) wine region produces world-class wines, notably Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir. Meaghan Frank, Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, one of the pioneer producers in the #FLX, discusses the wines and region. Tara Jasper is a breast cancer survivor who wants to raise awareness of risk reduction and genetic testing. Founde...

Ivis Sampayo, Chief Diversity Officer for SHARE, oversees programs to help minority women cope with a breast cancer diagnosis. Sampayo is a two-time breast cancer survivor who dedicates her time to helping women and their caregivers through education, advocacy and peer support. She discusses some of the challenges many minority women face and how SHARE is providing help. Services, all free, are le...

Maintaining self-esteem and a positive body image is important for cancer survivors and can help improve the healing process. Breast cancer survivor, Lisa Lurie, cofounder of Cancer Be Glammed, a lifestyle company for women recovering from surgery through survivorship, discusses her decision not to reconstruct her breasts after her bilateral mastectomy- also known as "living flat." Lurie shares im...

Living with a chronic illness is a lifestyle commitment. It starts with establishing a healthy mindset. Try focusing on what you 'can do' versus what you 'can't do." Meg Cadoux-Hirshberg, founder of the Anticancer Lifestyle Program, shares lifestyle changes she made and lessons learned after being diagnosed with cancer three times. A Registered Nurse for more than 40 years, Nancy Kane, Executive D...

In May 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) classified burnout as a worldwide health problem. Identifying triggers and symptoms of burnout and building resiliency are key to staying emotionally and physically healthy. In her book, "Burnout to Breakthrough: Building Resilience to Refuel, Recharge, and Reclaim What Matters," Eileen McDargh, Chief Energy Officer of the Resiliency Group, examines...

Undergoing treatment for a major illness like cancer may require you to take time off from your job or request certain accommodations from your employer. Attorney Adam Paskoff, Esq., Paskoff & Tamber LLC, explains different laws and considerations to protect eligible employees, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Paskoff explains that certai...

When a friend had to cancel a birthday trip to Europe, Robyn Borok gave her a "friendship garden," surprising her with photos and messages from loved ones planted in her backyard. Borok provides tips to create your own friendship garden and shares other creative ideas to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and weddings during social distancing and beyond. Melanie Young offers thoughtful gift ideas...

Mindful eating, a healthy diet and portion control are important. But even some "healthy" foods can be harmful if you are pregnant, on certain medications, have a compromised autoimmune system, or if you consume the foods in excess. New York board-certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Niket Sonpal, explains why consuming cinnamon, nutmeg, kimchi and even water in excess can interfere with a body's hea...

Six simple lifestyle changes can help reduce your cancer risk and optimize your health and well-being. Dr. Lorenzo Cohen, Phd, director of the Integrative Medicine Program at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, and Allison Jefferies, MEd, a former president of the MD Anderson Cancer Center Faculty and Family Organization, are co-authors of "Anticancer Living: Transform Yo...

Tired of reading about bad news? So was Dr. Lynda Ulrich, a Vermont country dentist, moose rescuer and Mom, who in 2014 created Ever Widening Circles (EWC), www.everwideningcircles.com filled with positive stories and inspiring people. Author of "Happiness is an Option: Thriving (Instead of Surviving) in the Era of the Internet," Ulrich advises using social media responsibly and carefully to reduc...

August 18, 2020 marked the centennial of the passing of the 19th amendment, giving women the right to vote. Tennessee was the 36th state to vote in support of women's suffrage, sealing ratification of this historic legislation. In celebration, Tullahoma native, Kirstin Luna, conceived the public arts project, Walls for Women. The giant murals painted by women artists can be seen in cities and town...

Health insurance can be complex and confusing. If you or a loved one is diagnosed with a major illness, asking the right questions and knowing the terms and codes can help you avoid costly mistakes and keep you informed about your coverage. Host Melanie Young provides a list of questions to ask about your health insurance, offers tips to manage medical costs and suggests valuable resources she vet...

Reconstruction after a mastectomy is an important part of the healing process for many breast cancer patients, and it is a choice women should discuss with both their breast surgeon and a reconstruction specialist. Dr. Joseph Disa, M.D./FACS, at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center explains reconstruction options. Dr. Phillip Salem, MD, President of Salem Oncology in Houston, Texas, explains why...

Sexual health is important to your everyday health as a woman. Psychiatrist and Sex Therapist Dr. Madeleine Castellanos www. TheSexMD.com discusses how to retrain your brain to have more enjoyable sex and why self pleasuring can boost your libido. Ob/GYN Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, Associate Professor, Yale School of Medicine, addresses how to prepare your body for each phase of your life, from childbea...

An estimated two-thirds of all blindness and visual impairment occurs in women, who have a greater risk than men for serious eye diseases. Optometrist Dr. April Jasper discusses common eye conditions among women, how to reduce your risk and proper eye care. Your spine is what holds you up, but many abuse it through improper sitting, strenuous exercise and heavy lifting. Columbia Doctors Spinal Sur...

Feeling chest tightness, heartburn, coughing, hoarseness and burpish? You may have acid reflux disease, known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which affects 100 million Americans. The #1 way to treat and cure acid reflux is through your diet says Dr. Jamie Koufman, author of 4 books on the subject, including "Dropping Acid: The Reflux Diet Cookbook and Cure." Founder of the Voice Institu...

Everyone needs a mentor who allows you to "stand on her shoulders and helps lift you up to thrive," notes Sloane Ketcham, founder of networking community and coaching practice, She Speaks Tribe. Sloane joins Melanie Young from Hawaii to share her personal and professional journey from being a teen mom at 16 to a becoming successful entrepreneur with a mission to help other women define and refine...

Razor sharp focus and reviewing/refining your vision as needed to adapt to the market can help business entrepreneurs succeed long term says Madeline Pratt, founder of Fearless Foundry. Madeline and her team help small and large businesses launch, brand and scale. She underscores building a brand identity and mission that resonates, being a strong people connector when selling and delegating roles...

Smiling can boost your immune system, relief stress and make you feel happier, according to various university studies. That's why a daily smile can be a boost to your overall health. Nikki Boyer, host of The Daily Smile podcast (Wondery Media) shares feel-good stories about inspiring people, The three-time Emmy Award winning actress and TV host shares what makes her smile and how she became one o...

Repairs and renovation are important for maintaining your home, one of your biggest investments. Chip Cardenas, founder of Handywoman Home Repair, discusses simple changes you can make to give your house an upgrade. Chip also shares her inspiring story reinventing her life after a major health setback, a recovery and starting over in Arizona launching a new business. Fearless Fabulous You Radio Sh...

ABC News and Good Morning America correspondent, Adrienne Bankert, shares her professional and personal insights on how a simple act of kindness can have a profound impact and create positive change. The Emmy and Edward R. Murrow award-winning reporter discusses her career, mentorship, staying calm under pressure and embracing kindness daily. She is author of "Your Hidden Superpower: The Kindness...

Grace Eleyae started her ecommerce fashion company with a product that solved a common hair problem experienced by many women: damage from overtreatment. Her satin lined "SLAP" Cap protects the scalp and provides a stylish head covering for those "bad hair days." Sharon Graves transitioned from a career in finance and tech to run BLVD Kitchen, a commercial culinary space for local food artisans in...