Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better Life

Kiran Gaind is a teacher, life coach, mom, speaker, writer, and expert in organizational development.  Her work has been published in the Huffington Post and Thrive Global.  She's also writing her first book and preparing her first Ted Talk.  Today she shares her four pillar method to transform mindset, interaction, and behavior from conventional CARE to true CARE to create cultures of inclus...

The Mormon Yankees were an exhibition basketball team in Australia that played from 1937-1961 composed of young missionaries from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.  My father-in-law Delmar Bjork, who is now 86 years old, served his mission in Australia from 1955-1957 and got to be a part of this team when the Mormon Yankees squad played exhibition games against international teams p...

Madonna Hanna knows a thing or two about the topics of bullying and racism.  She was the only African-American student in her elementary school classes and despite her creativity and talent, she faced bullying, racial prejudice, and isolation at school due to the color of her skin.  But Madonna used her experiences to transform from a victim to a victor.  Visit the Linda's Corner website at l...

"There's no such thing as a 'perfect' marriage, but we can create and maintain a 'healthy' marriage." - Veronica Williams In this episode, Veronica Williams and I discuss key components to creating a healthy marriage.  She explains that women need to be loved and men need to be respected, and how meeting those needs can lead to a happier marriage.  Veronica is a...

Dr. Rick Chromey believes that the Boomer, Xer, Millennial, and Gen Z labels need to be reimagined.   He explains how technological influences during our "coming of age" years between the ages of 10 and 25 influence our behaviors, expectations, culture and personalities.  Dr. Chromey is an expert in leadership and emerging culture.  He's a sought after speaker and the author of over...

Author and ordained minister Roger Butts shares some of his experiences as a hospital chaplain during the Covid pandemic.  He also shares stories from his book "Seeds of Devotion:  Weekly Contemplations on Faith." Visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and follow on youtube , facebook , instagram , and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast Listen, Share, and Support If...

In this episode, I'm delighted to visit with Jenny Toh from Singapore.  Jenny trained as a lawyer, but discovered her passion as a life coach.  She is the director of River Life Coaching where she coaches individuals to align their career and life goals with their values and strengths.  She helps people overcome the saboteur voice in our minds that tell us that we're not good enough.   ...

"The choices that you make right now either keep you where you're at, or move you from where you are to where you want to be." - Mike Acker Mike Acker has an incredible personal story including drug smuggling parents, smuggling Bibles into communist China in the 80's, sticking out as the only blonde English speaking student in an inner city school in Mexico, and more.  He teach...

"See the invisible.  Reach the impossible." - Patricia Lindner Patricia Maria Lindner has 18 years of experience helping families thrive in Germany, and now she's sharing her expertise and advice with people around the world.  She teaches that as we create amazing relationships with ourselves, our spouse, and our children we can help each member of the family feel seen and valued. ...

Marnie Swedberg is the founder and director of womenspeakers.com, the largest online directory of Christian women speakers in the world.  She is an international leadership mentor, the author of 13 books, the host of her own radio talk show, and a keynote speaker for organizations around the world.  Today Marnie shares with me the foundation, functionality, and fun of living by faith.  You can rea...

"Money isn't just about numbers." - Dennis Harhalakis Certified money coach Dennis Harhalakis explains that self compassion is the first step to good money management.   I have never heard such a beautiful, compassionate, and accurate description of how we learned our thoughts and beliefs about finances and how to create a new healthier relationship with money.  I thought his messag...

"Sometimes, the most meaningful things are found through silence." In this episode, guest Rich Lewis and I discuss the power of silence.   Rich is the author of “Sitting with God: A Journey To Your True Self Through Centering Prayer.”  He is also a speaker and coach, who focuses on centering prayer as a means of inner transformation. Visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerp...

"Find something that you enjoy, something that makes you still feel like you're alive, and do it every day." - Andy Watts Andy Watts was just 29 when he was diagnosed with cancer.  His wife was 16 weeks pregnant with their first child, and he wasn't sure if he would live to meet his son.  He began super aggressive chemo treatments just after Christmas in 2010.  At one of his tr...

Today we’re going to be talking about recovery and healing for survivors of sexual assault and abuse.  I’m honored to welcome special guest Annie Parady with me today to talk about this important topic.   Annie is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Utah and works extensively helping survivors of sexual assault and rape.  She is passionate about helping trauma survivors heal a...

"Can't is not in my vocabulary" - Dorsey Ross Dorsey Ross was born with Apert syndrome, which is a condition where the bones of the skull fuse together too early while the fetus is developing.   This affects the shape of the head and face.  Also fingers and toes may be fused together.  When he was born, the doctors gave his parents no hope for his survival, but he did.  Teachers tol...

"Everyone's life is an autobiography.  Make yours worth reading." - Sam Thiara Guest Sam Thiara talks about discovering our personal identity, and why understanding "who" you are is more important than "what" you are.   Sam's book "Lost and Found: Seeking the Past and Finding Myself" talks about his journey to India in search of his ancestral roots...

Author and hospice nurse Beth Cavenaugh speaks about end of life care.   With over 20 years of nursing experience and more than a decade of hospice experience, Beth knows how to gently navigate this tender topic.  She explains how to continue advocating for a terminally ill loved one even while wading through the beginning stages of grief.   Her book, "Some Light at the End: Your Bedside Guid...

Professor Flag (DeVaughn Simper) is an award winning, dynamic speaker who brings history to life in a unique, fun and educational way, through the history and etiquette of the US flags. You can reach DeVaughn for questions or to schedule a presentation on his Professor Flag Facebook page Visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and follow on youtube , facebook , instagram ,...

"40 is just the beginning, and the best is yet to come." - Michelle Johnson Guest Michelle Johnson invites women to rethink and redefine life after forty.  Michelle is an attorney, podcast host, and female empowerment speaker for high-achieving, educated, successful women near or over 40 years old.  Her "pregnancy after 40" community  has grown to over 7,000 members worldwide. ...

John Lee is the founder of custom mobile app.  They make apps for podcasts, small businesses, and networks that nurture listener relationships and build member-supported content business.  He talks about the journey of starting his own business and how having an app can help podcasters create an interactive community with their listeners.   You can reach John at custommobile.app . Visit the Linda&...

"We don't get over our grief of losing a child, but we can get through it." - Peggy Green Peggy Green has survived child loss twice.  She lost a 9 month old daughter, and years later lost a son to suicide.   Through her personal experience, Peggy is in a unique position to be an effective grief coach, and she specializes in helping parents who are dealing with the loss of a child. ...

John Davis is a highly sought after keynote speaker known as "The Corporate Action Hero."  John's Background as a stuntman, fight director, college professor, artistic director, and comedian makes him an intriguing guest who delivers real world techniques for overcoming self imposed limitations and achieving maximum potential even in times of adversity.  After a serious back injury...

Today we’re going to be talking about energetic healing. I’m so excited to welcome special guest Damla Aktekin.  Damla is a healer, coach, writer, and the host of the podcast, “Conversations With Healers.”   Visit her website “ A Drop of Om ” for a free energetic wounds quiz.  One beautiful thing I learned from Damla is her definition of a healer.  It includes not only people who learn and share t...

Food storage is an essential part of being self reliant.  I've had to rely on our food storage on three separate occasions in my life.  It wasn't what I expected it to be like.  I invite you to learn from my experiences (and my mistakes) to help you become better prepared and feel the peace and comfort that comes from being self reliant.     “Remember, when disaster strikes, the time to...

"Peace in.  Peace out.  World peace through inner peace," is one of Dr. Marissa's mottos.  Another is, "More joy and less stress at work, 88% happiness at home."  Dr.  Marissa Pei, also known as the "Asian Oprah," has a PhD in organizational psychology and has been a sought after business consultant for many years.  She has been featured in Forbes magazine, and o...