Category: Connecting with others

Episode 17 – Finding Your Inner Energy – “The Big Leap” Book Review

Today we are focusing on finding your inner energy: Many people haven’t asked themselves “what do I really want?” in regard to their lives.  This is where our theme of energy comes in … Energy comes from within when we love and enjoy life We have found 3 authors that share unique perspectives on how…
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Episode 13 – Is Death the Single Best Innovation of Life

Welcome! Today we will be talking about life and death. Do innovations that extend life make life better? Would it be wonderful to find the secret to living forever?  Some very smart people are working on it. Most of us strive to live healthy and we spend a lot of money on health. The industries…
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Episode 12 – Shut Up And Say Something: Interview With Karen Friedman

    About the Expert: Karen Friedman Karen Friedman is an international communications expert who has worked with professionals on four continents.  She is the author of the best-selling book, “Shut Up and Say Something,” and the recently released book, “Ordinary People: Extraordinary Lessons” which is available on Amazon.  Karen’s expertise has been recognized across…
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3 Ways to Change Your Mindset: Reframe, Deal, Think Positive of Future

3 WAYS TO CHANGE YOUR MINDSET: REFRAME. DEAL (i.e. YOU CAN HANDLE THIS).  THINK POSITIVE OF FUTURE. REFRAME. What is reframing? Reframing is a general method of changing the meaning of something and thereby changing your mindset and how you handle the situation. Because so often your happiness is down due to your outlook, not…
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Episode 10 – Interview With Glenna Crooks At Sage My Life

For today’s podcast, we have a very inspiring guest who is a true innovator:  Glenna Crooks, PhD, CEO and Founder of the company: SageMyLife. She is also author of two books that will be released soon: The NetworkSage: Realize Your Network Superpower and The SeniorSage: Aging-Well-in-Place. The biggest question that we work to solve everyday…
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Episode 8 – Caregiving Part 1: Daycare vs. Nanny

Today’s episode is part 1 of a 2 part series on caregiving. In this episode we will talk about some of the interesting statistics of caregiving and then get into pros and cons of daycare vs. nanny. Some interesting statistics: Caring for a family member or loved one is one of the toughest, most demanding,…
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Delegating a Routine to Caregivers – The Importance of a Family Routine

Routines are key to helping manage chaos in my house. Not only are they great for my sanity but they also provide a consistent schedule with each caregiver on what to expect throughout the day. Routines give children security amongst a world of unknowns and create a sense of self discipline. With their constant milestones…
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Podcast Episode 7 – Life Hacks with Linda, Melissa and Mary – Part 2

Today we will be continuing the discussion on Life Hacks or Life efficiencies learned with Melissa, Linda and Mary A series of questions into the world of your podcast hosts (disclaimer: subjective and there were no double blind studies done – just one person’s view of life and to be taken as a grain of…
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Podcast Episode 6 – Life Hacks with Linda, Melissa and Mary – Part 1

  Today we will be discussing Life Hacks or Life efficiencies learned with Melissa, Linda and Mary A series of questions into the world of your podcast hosts (disclaimer: subjective and there were no double blind studies done – just one person’s view of life and to be taken as a grain of salt and…
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Becoming a Life Manager or Caregiver (Action Steps to Take)

Within six months of my father’s sudden death, I became my mother’s life manager.  My mother had broken her hip and her leg and had learned that she had recurrent cancer.  I soon found that being a life manager is a full-time job, so I gave myself a family leave from my consulting business. Action…
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