Never Ever Give Up Hope

Tammy Price is the author of Shifting Into High Gear:  A Guide to Listeing to Your Body  which became a BEST seller within ONE DAY of its release.  Tammy is co-founder of Shifting Into High Gear, a multifaceted company deeply rooted in the belief that we have all that we need within to be whole, healthy and happy people. Tammy is the co-creator of the program Heels to Healer (H2H) A Journey to Wholeness, The Practical Solutions Guide for Getting Back Into Balance.    Tammy is a cancer survivor, testament and advocate to the benefits of cultivating a deep "inner adventure' practice.  She is living and loving life by the motto   You Are All That You Need   Tammy's story will motivate you to shift into HIGH GEAR   Are you afraid you'll wake up at the end of your life feeling unfulfilled or that your health will fail you before you find your passion? Or maybe you are feeling bored and are struggling with getting enough rest, sleep and time for yourself? Whatever the case, you may be feelin

With suicide being the leading cause of death in men under 50 and 1 in 5 people suffering from a mental health problem, Rick Sharpe is a man on a mission; to raise awareness about emotional struggle and to help others suffering emotionally.  Rick wants to demonstrate to others that it is possible to heal from failed relationships and transform your own life in the process.  After a failed relationship, he realized much later in life that he needed to search through his own soul in order to discover why he kept ending up in the same place. He began to understand his fear of vulnerability and he realized that it was a time in his life where he needed to grow and keep growing.   There are no guarantees in life but it should not stop us from giving all we have to that which matters.  Never give up hope because all things  do pass and we all have choices   Rick's interview is not only a source of encouragement but practical wisdom we can apply to any area of our lives.  At the end of his interview he shared a nugg

Laura Wellington is an award-winning children's television creator, a successful technology-media entrepreneur, an author of the Four-Star Diet and her latest release What to Do When Jane Knows Dick About Dating and a full-time mom to five children. Laura was widowed at 35 years old and had to pick up the pieces, move forward and stay strong for her five children while managing her business.  Since then she has dedicated herself to making the world a better place for ALL -- in ways that now include spearheading THREAD MB.  When Laura wanted to get back into the dating scene, she realized how things had changed.  This birthed her latest book What to Do When Jane Knows Dick About Dating. In her interview, she shares the pitfalls and the laughs when someone reenters the dating scene after many years of being single.  You will love it          

Kathy Collard Miller is an author, counselor and international speaker, Kathy has appeared on many TV programs, travels as a speaker in eight countries and across the United States.  She is a founding member of AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association). Kathy has published over 50 books but this didn't happen until she was able to pull herself out of a destructive pit as a child abuser.  She abused her toddler both physically and verbally.  The rage she dealt with as a young mom caused her to choke her child and almost kill her.  When she realized what she had done and knew she would be capable of doing it again, she decided to use her husband's service revolver to end her own life.  She shares her story in her new book, No More Anger, Hope for an Out-of-Control Mom.   Kathy's interview is no-holds-barred.  She shares her pain as a child abuser and the difficulty to keep it secret.  Listen to her story as she explains the steps she took to turn her life around.

Tezlyn Reardon is the author of Forty Years of Practice:  Finding Purpose in Pain.  She has a degree in Sports Management and currently works in marketing analytics.  Divorce, ADHD, cancer, knee replacement, depression, rock bottom -- these words often make people run for the hills.  But it was through her pain and experiences that Tezlyn gained strength, courage, wisdom and the passion to help others who may have experienced similar trauma.  Allow Tezlyn to use her expertise to help you apply for grants, write a business plan, resume, or another document which are often difficult to compose with the desired impact.    Don't miss Tezlyn's encouraging and motivating story of how she rose above the negativity to live a positive life; an example to all.   

Fran Caffey Sandin is an author of two books sharing her own incredible story and those of many others who have gone through a severe trauma but found the strength to get through.    She has also written articles for magazines including Focus on the Family, Decision, Home Life, Virtue. In addition to her two books, she co-authored the best-seller, Courage for the Chicken-Hearted and its sequel Eggstra Courage for the Chicken-Hearted.  Fran knows the heartbreak of losing your child.  Not only did she say goodbye to her little Jeffrey, but to an older son, Steve, as well.  Steve had a Master of Physical Therapy degree yet died at the age of 43 after struggling with cystic fibrosis for 14 years and kidney failure for 7 years.  Because of Fran's own father’s suicide death at age 71 and the deaths of my two sons, she can speak on grief recovery—perhaps using a different slant than the usual “steps.”  Her interview will touch your heart and if you know anyone who has lost a child, this is a must-hear interview an

Linda W. Rooks has a passion to help heal marriages, a passion that is fueled by the hope she and her husband found together when their own marriage was restored after a painful three-year separation in the ‘90s.  Linda is the author of Broken Heart on Hold, Surviving Separation, which offers hope to those in marital crisis by helping them find emotional and spiritual strength for their difficult journey.  Linda’s writings have appeared in a number of national publications, including Chicken Soup for the Beach Lover’s Soul, Today’s Christian Woman, Focus on the Family, and HomeLife. Her story has been featured in Today’s Christian Woman and on TV and radio across the North American continent. Linda is listed in Who’s Who of American Women, Who’s Who In America, and Who’s Who in the World.  Broken Heart on Hold, Surviving Separation: A person who is separated walks a lonely road—one filled with quiet moments of despair and an almost suffocating fear. She desperately desires understanding, clings to h

Nina Giannelli is the Executive Producer and Co-Founder of a bi-coastal production company called Heart Headed Entertainment.  After graduating from Emerson College in Boston with a degree in TV Production, she made her way to Los Angeles and started her career at The Dr. Phil Show. Nina has worked on a multitude of shows in many different genres including talk, reality, game, travel, and docu-soaps. Then her career came to an abrupt halt. In 2009 Nina fell extremely ill and no Western medicine doctor could figure out why.  This health issue put Nina on a path of learning about and utilizing holistic medicine.  Heart Headed was inspired by Nina’s personal journey back to health learning throughout the process that it is important to live life both from your heart and truth while also using your head and logic. Heart Headed’s mission and goal is to produce force for good content that’s inspirational, educational, fun and contributes to the greater good of the world. Heart Headed Entertainment’s website

Kristen Craren is a relational expert with a Master's in Counseling and the founder of Craren Family Services, LLC.  She educates the public by providing resources that can help people going through a divorce and specializes in helping people adjust to leading happier lives. Her story starts in her childhood which prepared her with the expertise that comes not only from education but from being on both sides of a divorce.    Kristen has the educational, professional and life experience on the subject of families.  She will work with you in your reality to reach the goals YOU desire.  She listens with her heart and does not come across as 'therapist-y'.     APPROACH YOURSELF AND OTHERS WITH CURIOSITY   In Kristen's interview she discusses how to recognize when you are being controlled and how to turn that around.   What are the clues you are being controlled? What does it mean to NOT be in control? How controlling relationships change the way we approach life What are the first steps in

Pamela Flemming is an author and speaker.  Pamela has survived tremendous trauma in her life including the death of her daughter, marriage betrayal, her husband's suicide and her own battle with lung cancer. Pam shares her story from a place where you can relate to her on many levels.  She also discusses suicide and its effects on those who are left behind to deal with the pain.   Pamela invites you to share your dreams, desires, and destinies by soaring with you on an adventure of joy.  Check out Dashgirls here.  "If it doesn't count for something....it is worth nothing!"   Listen to her interview for the explanation of this statement and one incredible story of surviving pain with a smile on your face and in your heart.  

Gary Sirak, financial advisor, and two-time author proves the American Dream is alive and well with his new book, The American Dream Revisited:  Ordinary People, Extraordinary Results.   Gary's book is turning skeptics of the American dream into believers that it is possible.     The American Dream Revisited:  Ordinary People, Extraordinary Results is turning skeptics of the American dream into believers with inspirational stories about people who have overcome great challenges to reach their American Dream.     The stories in The American Dream Revisited are not get-rich-quick stories.  They are stories of individuals who worked through hardships and challenges and were able to transform their dream into reality.   It teaches people the value of determination and grit, the importance of education and mentorship, and highlights the value of a sense of humor.  Gary's goal is to help as many people as possible to explore the opportunities and possibilities of their lives and give them the tools t

Allen Weinstein is the author of Memoirs of a Learning Disabled Dyslexic Multi-Millionaire.    Allen couldn't read until he was thirteen and written off by our educational system.      No matter what happened, Allen never believed he was a failure and overcame obstacles that were deemed impossible.  He said that failure is only when you quit.  Don't quit! One Sunday night he went to bed a multi-millionaire and woke up Monday morning penniless.  But, he turned it all around and believes anyone can.  When you have to FIGHT to succeed, you have a better chance at success!  Setbacks are important in life -- they help you to understand what NOT to do.   You will want to share his incredible story of overcoming what some might call failure.  But Allen saw these setbacks as opportunities -- he fought......and he won.  He knows that you can too - no matter what circumstances are in front of you.   The choices you make today -  you will be living with tomorrow   Your handicap can be your best

Fred Griffin, Jr, is the founder and director of Touching Hearts Group Homes, Fred Consulting, Father Gang Clothing, Fred Griffin, Jr. Scholarship, Co-owner of  Confectionately Yours Cakes N Bakes, and Touching Hearts Academy and Adult Day Training Program.   Fred Griffin, Jr. has a passion for people with disabilities.  He worked as a program supervisor in the Behavioral Medical Division, has a Culinary Arts Degree and worked as a model for the world's largest agency, John Casablanca of Orlando.  Fred's website has much to offer you and gives information about the scholarship program, employment opportunities, services they provide and the Academy & Adult Day Training Program.  He shares steps to becoming a self-made millionaire. Fred's passion is to help people grow and develop management plans and create attainable goals.  His consulting firm helps business  owners with:   *Affordable business advice *Business Intelligence *Marketing & Advertising *Operational Functionality *Business/Perso

Cheri Swalwell is the author of Hope During Heartache, a compilation of 13 stories of men and women who suffered the loss of a child. There are no words more devastating than "I'm sorry, but your child is no longer alive!" Cheri also writes a series Spoken from the Heart which deals with learning to live with the pain of losing a child, dealing with infertility, miscarriage, and stillbirth. Both her book and her articles will touch your heart.  If you know anyone, or if you have suffered a loss in this manner, you will want to connect with Cheri.   After listening to her interview, you will want to connect with Cheri's group to help you or someone you know cope with such a loss:  

Barbara Carter is a visual artist, author, and instructor.  Barbara is a memoir writer who connects with her readers to help them understand themselves.  Her stories offer hope and raise awareness about various issues including anxiety, depression, loss, grief, a difficult mother/daughter relationship, alcoholism and other addictions. She began as someone who didn’t think she had anything of value to say but through her various struggles has discovered that she has much to offer to the world. Her art and writing have led her to the importance of healing wounds from the past so that one can live in joy and peace. In her memoirs, she helps the reader reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly… to feel those feelings and process those experiences and at some point, let it go, lay it to rest, and be able to see the humor in a lot of those situations. Listen to her encouraging interview here:

Lori Gano is a speaker, teacher, and author.  Lori has a passion for broken women and she goes into the trenches to help restore these women in rebuilding their shattered lives. Lori's career as a licensed general contractor and owner of a residential design and build construction company is what inspired her to help restore broken lives. Lori was born into a difficult family life whose parents were alcohol dependent and severely mentally ill.  She struggled through abuse, neglect, panic disorder, PTSD, and anorexia. But she was determined to make something of her life which led her to help others less fortunate. Marrying at 23, she was still suffering through panic disorder and anorexia.  She lost her mother-in-law to leukemia, became pregnant with twins but one was lost.  She lost her ability to work due to the high-risk pregnancy and they lost their home, cars and all their belongings.  They had to file bankruptcy and begin the process of starting over.   Lori knows what it means to restore what

Colleen Adams made an impact in the world of fashion, but it was not the legacy she wanted to leave.  After years as a fashion executive, she left the industry to make a difference in the life of urban teens.  Sacrificing her financial security Colleen carved an innovative path of hope by establishing Empowered Youth USA.   In the depths of inner-city America, poverty and crime shape the lives of underprivileged youth. The children’s role models are drug addicts and criminals. Attending funerals of their friends seems as commonplace as hanging out at the mall and taking out the trash which might result in being shot to death. Electricity and functional plumbing aren’t guaranteed. By stark contrast, Colleen Adams hailed from the racially segregated south in the 1940’s and climbed her way to the elite end of the social scale. But after accomplishing hollow success as a fashion and publishing marketing executive, Colleen heeded her life’s calling to tackle the hopelessness and despair of disenfranchised inne

Lorraine Reguly, B.A./B.Ed., is an author and English teacher-turned-freelancer for hire. She offers 4 different services on Wording Well to help you with writing/blogging, and editing. Lorraine has helped many become published authors! In her interview, Lorraine shared her story of how she overcame suicidal thoughts that plagued her for years.  "Deciding what to do when you are suicidal is tough. You don’t know what to do. You don’t know who to turn to. YOU JUST WANT YOUR PAIN TO END."   Lorraine was raped when she was a 14-year-old virgin and tried killing herself when she was 15 years old.  She felt hopeless many times throughout her life.  She was a single mom who got involved with prostitution.  After going to school and becoming a high school teacher she quit teaching to return to prostitution. Her son ended up disowning her and in her pain, she smoked crack cocaine for 10 months. That was when she hit rock bottom.  There was nowhere to go but....up. After she nearly died from a burst appendix,

Judy Glenney is an author, speaker and a mover and shaker.  She wanted to compete in weight lifting but quickly realized there were no categories for women to compete.  Through a long process she started the competition sport for women nationally, then internationally, then into the Olympics. She has won several championships, both nationally and internationally.   As a late in life mom, she had only one son whose life was cut short by suicide at the age of nineteen. Judy's story of her son's life will grab you from the beginning of her interview as it is about the very timely and sensitive issue of transgenderism.   She openly revealed her emotions and frustrations both before and after her son's death.  She shares how she reacted to her son's wishes to become a girl to the guilt she encountered when he died.   Judy shares how the public school agenda is too quick to embrace the transition for young children  Listen to her interview to gain new insight  into the world of kids and transgenderi

Charlana Kelly is an author of numerous articles and three books, “You are Not Here by Accident,”  “Reaching Out with a Message of Hope” and “In Search of the King's Court.”  Charlana's accomplishments are numerous; entrepreneur, pastor, community ministry leader, Podcast Host and CEO of SpeakTruth Media Group LLC.  At the age of six, Charlana found out that she was adopted which sent her on a downward spiral into her teens and beyond.  During her interview she delves into this subject and how it can affect kids.   Charlana learned many truths on her journey such as:   What we expect to come to pass.....will   There is always hope -- you are worthy and valuable   Hopelessness is losing your expectation of good   In her interview, she explains how to find your TRUE IDENTITY and how that can change your life.  She learned this truth after she grasped the truth about her adoption.     Charlana's question to you is -- Do you have a greater purpose than what you are living today?  If so,