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Let's Think About "The Authors and Illustrators' Relationship" With Special Guests John Collado & Kelly Mitchell Schilling John and Kelly share their thoughts on the authors' and illustrators' relationship, reminding us that establishing good communication is key to a successful and enjoyable experience for this relationship. While learning about John and Kelly, we discussed how, as an illustr...

Let's Think About "Emotional Muscle" With Special Guest Benjy Sherer Benjy shares his thoughts on emotional muscle, reminding us that the most important thing is to learn to love yourself while showing kindness to others. While learning about Benjy, we discussed the importance of working on your emotional fitness and recognizing your defense mechanisms. This episode aims to prompt thought.        ...

Let's Think About "A Storyteller Becomes A Published Author" With Special Guest Jennifer Shaw Jennifer shares her thoughts on how a storyteller becomes a published author, reminding people that if you don’t try, you never will know if you have what it takes. While learning about Jennifer, we discussed how we should write for ourselves and watch how it changes the way we see writing. This episode a...

Let's Think About "What It Means To Be A Hero" With Special Guest Brad C. Anderson Brad shares his thoughts on what it means to be a hero, reminding us to have the courage to act. While learning about Brad, we discussed that we shouldn’t dismiss the small moments and choices. It's essential that you're responsible for yourself, so be the positive force in the world.  This episode aims to prompt th...

Let's Think About "Simplicity" With Special Guest Miriam Ortiz y Pino Miriam shares her thoughts on simplicity, reminding us that simplifying your life gives you a genuine sense of control. While learning about Miriam, we discussed how taking care of yourself and your home is the ultimate form of self-care, as well as being discerning with your wants versus your needs. This episode aims to prompt...

Let's Think About "Publishing A Book Without Being Scammed" With Special Guest Donna Brown Donna shares her thoughts on publishing a book without being scammed, reminding people to conduct thorough research when selecting the right publisher. While learning about Donna, we discussed her books and how she recommends that people never succumb to peer pressure when it comes to their rights regarding...

Let's Think About "A Filmmaker With A Zero Budget" With Special Guest Rocko Paolo Rocko shares his thoughts on a filmmaker with a zero budget, reminding people that if they really want to get something done, they will always find a way. While learning about Rocko, we discussed the movies he produced and how word of mouth is always more effective than online advertising. This episode aims to prompt...

Let's Think About "Becoming Visible" With Special Guest Gayle Petrillo Gayle shares her thoughts on becoming visible, reminding people that they need to step into their light instead of dimming their light. While learning about Gayle, we discussed her book and how she realized sharing her burn survival story wasn't only helpful but also necessary. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in t...

Let's Think About "Book Publicity" With Special Guest JB Harris JB shares her thoughts on book publicity, reminding people that it's not as easy as it looks. While learning about JB, we discussed her book and how she was determined to go on a cross-country book tour. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit JB's website at https://www.jbharrisbooks.com/ to learn more ab...

Let's Think About "How It Feels To Be A Refugee" With Special Guest Kay Sparling Kay shares her thoughts on what it's like to be a refugee, reminding people to be kind and show compassion to others. While learning about Kay, we discussed her book, hearing a piece of the book, and how writing allowed her to share a part of her story with a few creative aspects intertwined. This episode aims to prom...

Let's Think About "Moving From Stage to the Page" With Special Guest Patricia Black-Gould Patricia shares her thoughts on moving from stage to the page, reminding people that it's okay to transition from one area of life to another. While learning about Patricia, we discussed how being a screenwriter helped her as a psychologist and how writing allowed her to gain a whole other level of creativity...

Let's Think About "Letting Go of Judgment" With Special Guest Carissa Karban Carissa shares her thoughts on letting go of judgment, reminding people that living in fear of being judged is not a life worth living. While learning about Carissa, we discussed how important forgiveness is and how practicing gratitude can help you let go. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please vi...

Let's Think About "AI vs HI (Human Intelligence)" With Special Guest Alison McBain Alison shares her thoughts on AI vs HI (human intelligence), reminding people that each of us human beings has a unique purpose worth contributing. While learning about Alison, we discussed what AI should be used for and why humanity needs to find the balance between AI and HI. This episode aims to prompt thought. ...

Let's Think About "Psychological Horror" With Special Guest Wes Al-Dhaher Wes shares his thoughts on psychological horror, reminding people that there is a way to find enjoyment in what others may not. While learning about Wes, we discussed his comic book and why he decided to focus on the psychological horrors intertwined in his storyline. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, p...

Let's Think About "Immigrating in Middle School" With Special Guest Marina Raydun Marina shares her thoughts on immigrating in middle school, reminding people that life can seem difficult in the moment, but when you look back, you realize it was perfect. While learning about Marina, we discussed her book and the various ways she learned the language while experiencing many firsts in the U.S. This...

Let's Think About "Human Touch" With Special Guest Epiphany Jordan Epiphany shares her thoughts on human touch, reminding people that we need that human contact to continue to thrive in life. While learning about Epiphany, we discussed how she views human interaction and how cuddle buddies don't have to be a sexual thing, but a natural way of regulating our nervous system. This episode aims to pro...

Let's Think About "Surrendering Your Pain" With Special Guest Alisha Kapani Alisha shares her thoughts on surrendering your pain, reminding people that our pain makes us relatable and it unites us in a beautiful way. While learning about Alisha, we discussed how she readjusted her thinking and how holding on to our pain doesn't help us in any way. This episode aims to prompt thought.   To stay in...

Let's Think About "Anorexia" With Special Guest Michele Mason Michele shares her thoughts on anorexia, reminding people that our relationship with ourselves is what starts the foundation for our relationship with everything and everyone else. While learning about Michele, we discussed her book and how giving ourselves the grace to deal with things we don't know is vital for our well being. This ep...

Let's Think About "Overcoming Failures" With Special Guest Roger Smith Roger shares his thoughts on overcoming failures, reminding people that we need to overcome more than our failures. While learning about Roger, we discussed his books and how once we confront our beliefs we can confront anything else that comes our way. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Roger'...

Let's Think About "Criminal Dynasties" With Special Guest Charles Breakfield and Roxanne Burkey Breakfield and Burkey share their thoughts on criminal dynasties, reminding people that creating worlds can be so rewarding, especially when people get what you're trying to convey. While learning about Breakfield and Burkey, we discussed their many books and how writing became their sense of freedom fo...

Let's Think About "Backyard Politics" With Special Guest Dr. Craig B. Wiener Craig shares his thoughts on backyard politics, reminding people that the same concerns that are in politics are also in our family dynamics. While learning about Craig, we discussed his book and how people need to open their minds and allow truth to fill their understanding. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay...

Let's Think About "The Benefits of Laughter" With Special Guest Cathy Nesbitt Cathy shares her thoughts on the benefits of laughter, reminding people that there are more benefits to laughter than what they could even imagine. While learning about Cathy, we discussed how she invited more laughter into her life and how she created a group to inspire people from all over to laugh at life. This episod...

Let's Think About "Courage to Love More" With Special Guest Glenda Benevides Glenda shares her thoughts on the importance of courage to love more, reminding people that there is always a better reward when moving with love than living in fear. While learning about Glenda, we discussed her books and practical ways to step into courage and love more deeply. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To s...

Let's Think About "The Widow Chose Red" With Special Guest Rachel Kerr Schneider Rachel shares her thoughts on the widow who chose red, reminding people that we can celebrate life even when a life is no longer with us. While learning about Rachel, we discussed her book and how she managed grief along with her two young sons when her husband died of ALS. This episode aims to prompt thought.   To st...

Let's Think About "Women Traveling Solo" With Special Guest Candace MacPhie Candace shares her thoughts on women traveling solo, reminding people that experiencing the world is fantastic, but don't forget to be safe. While learning about Candace, we discussed her many books and how she managed to deal with some scary moments while traveling alone. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in t...