Conversations with Joan

We are all hardwired to think and work differently. What challenges and excites one person may seem boring or unsatisfying to another. According to Betsy Wills, discovering your hidden genius is the key to discovering your life’s work. She talks about how you can identify your natural talents, interests, and personality traits. Betsy is the cofounder of YouScience, a national onlinepsychometric-assessment service. She is a regular guest lecturer at Vanderbilt University and at New York University Stern School of Business and has been a featured speaker for TedX Women. She is the coauthor of the book, Your Hidden Genius: The Science-Backed Strategy to Uncovering and Harnessing Your Innate Talents.

Raising kids is one of the toughest jobs you will ever have and the one for which you might feel the least prepared. Knowing how to be an effective parent is challenging. Dr. Paul Sunseri offer tools to help parents solve parenting challenges. Through his work with gentle parenting, Dr. Sunseri helps families create loving and supportive environments with kids who he contends are far better behaved and respectful. Dr. Sunseri is a clinical psychologist who treats children and adolescents with serious mental helath conditions. He is the developer of Intensive Family-Focused Therapy a highly form of family-based mental health care, and the author of the book, Gentle Parenting Reimagined: How to Make It Work with Oppositional and Defiant Kids. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Think back on the most spectacular love affair of your life—the big one that toppled you head over heels. Life was so beautiful that you couldn't wait to bound out of bed in the morning to experience more heaven on earth. It was the honeymoon effect that was to last forever. Unfortunately for most, the honeymoon effect is frequently short-lived. Bruce H. Lipton, PhD, bestselling author of The Honeymoon Effect and The Biology of Belief, describes how the honeymoon effect was not a chance event or a coincidence, but a personal creation. He reveals how we manifest it and the reasons why we lose it. Dr. Lipton explains how to create the honeymoon experience again, this time in a way that ensures a happily-ever-after relationship. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Many people want to enact change but don’t know how to begin. According to Alexis Fernandez Preiksa, you already possess the most powerful tool to get the job done … your mind. She discusses how to enact change and improve mental, physical, and emotional health one day at a time. Alexis is a neuroscientist turned podcast host who is known for her tough love attitude and accessible approach to scientifically proven mindset hacks. She is the creator and host of the podcast, Do You F**king Mind?, and the author of the book, How to Chase Change: 30 Days to Master Your Mindset. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Most everyone dreams of having a successful career that they enjoy and that provides them with the life they desire. But more often than not, many end up settling for less and living day by day unfulfilled. The good news is that having a successful career may be more in your control than you believe. According to Erika Ayers Badan, you’re not perfect, work isn’t perfect, but you can both be great. She discusses how to be effective in the workplace, love what you do, and get noticed. Erika is the CEO of Food52. She was the first CEO of Barstool Sports, one of the most influential sports, lifestyle, and entertainment media brands on the internet. Erika led the company from a regional blog with 12 employees to a national powerhouse with over 300 employees. She has been named one of Forbes' Most Powerful Women in the U.S. in Sports. Erika has held leading roles at Microsoft, AOL, Demand Media, and Yahoo, and has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, and top podcasts. She is the author of Nobody Cares About Your Career: Why Failure is Good, The Great Ones Play Hurt, and Other Hard Truths. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Are emotional wounds from your past keeping you from the life you desire? According to Tamala Floyd, no matter what you’ve experienced, healing, growth and transformation are possible. She explains how concepts of Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) can be interwoven with the power of ancestor wisdom to support people on their healing journey. Tamala is a psychotherapist, IFS lead trainer, consultant, author, and speaker. She is the author of the book, Listening When Parts Speak: A Practical Guide to healing with Internal Family Systems Therapy and Ancestor Wisdom. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

With constant demands on your time and attention it’s easy to neglect your romantic relationship. The spark may be gone and you may feel disconnected from each other. Carolyn Sharp offers a solution for relationships that are struggling, feeling stale, or just in need of a little extra care. Carolyn is a couples therapist who helps people build vital, vibrant, and secure functioning relationships. She is the author of the book, Fire It Up: Four Secrets to Reigniting Intimacy and Joy in Your Relationship. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Despite having more comfort and knowledge than ever before, many people struggle with mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. Dr. Anders Hansen contends that understanding our brain’s design, which is built for survival and not constant happiness, is key to addressing today’s mental health challenges. Dr. Hansen talks about the brain and offers actionable strategies to cultivate genuine happiness and well-being. Dr. Hansen is a Swedish psychiatrist, speaker and international bestselling author with his own TV series exploring the human brain. His books have sold millions of copies globally and topped bestseller lists around the world. His latest book is, The Happiness Cure: Why You're Not Built for Constant Happiness, and How to Enjoy the Journey. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Dr. Bernie Siegel is a leading teacher of the mind-body connection. He broke new ground with his monumental book Love, Medicine and Miracles, and he continues to impart wisdom about the true nature of life, love, and well-being. A retired pediatric/general surgeon, Bernie is a New York Times bestselling author, lecturer, and founder of ECaP (Exceptional Cancer Patients). He has been named one of the top 20 Spiritually Influential Living People on the Planet by the Watkins Review. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Anyone who has watched the Holiday Classic, It’s A Wonderful Life, can fondly recall Clarence, the guardian angel sent to earth to aid George Bailey in his time of need. Clarence helped George see the value in his life, and George helped Clarence earn his wings. This touching story has led many to wonder if there really are angels by our side and what their role may be in our lives. Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to angels since she was a baby. As a young child, she assumed everyone could see the beings who always accompanied her. Today, sick and troubled people from around the world are drawn to her for comfort and healing, and even theologians of different faiths seek her guidance. Lorna offers us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potential within us all. She is the author of seven best-selling books, including Angels in My Hair, A Message of Hope from the Angels. She is founder of the Lorna Byrne Children’s Foundation, and the Seraph Foundation. Lorna has been featured worldwide by CNN, NBC Today, BBC, The London Times, The Economist, and many others. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Dimitri Moraitis says that everything you think, feel, and do radiates a spiritual energy that comes through in various colors and hues, which is your aura. He contends that by changing the quality of your aura, you can automatically change the quality of your life. Dimitri discusses the intricate anatomy of the auric field and how it impacts the way you live. Dimitri is co-founder and co-spiritual director of Spiritual Arts Institute, and a metaphysical teacher and healer. He is the co-author of many books including, Change Your Aura, Change Your Life: A Step-by Step Guide to Unfolding Your Spiritual Power. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Changes to your body and brain are normal as you age. And while it may feel like it’s out of your control, research shows that there are things you can do to maintain brain health and slow or reduce the effects of neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Partha Nandi discusses the gut-brain connection and how that connection shapes emotions, cognitive abilities, and overall mental health. Dr. Nandi is American Board of Internal Medicine certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. He is a health advocate, keynote speaker, and media expert, whose approach to health and wellness combines Eastern and Western techniques and philosophies. He is also the host of The Dr. Nandi Show, the chief health editor at WXYZ ABC Detroit, and author of the book, Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain: The Five Pillars of Enhancing Your Gut and Optimizing Your Cognitive Health. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

At 41 years old, Katie Kaiser Smith was diagnosed with inoperable, terminal brain cancer. More than a decade later, Katie is here to share her story. After her diagnosis Katie started writing a daily diary to inform her friends and family of her health and ongoing treatment. That daily blog was so therapeutic for her that she continued writing it for four years, chronicling everything from her diagnosis and treatment, to her physical, mental, and spiritual transformation. That diary became the book, Welcome to Katie’s Brain: A Brain Cancer Survivor’s Story. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Whatever your dream may be, the idea of actually following that dream can be terrifying. Instead of doing what you really want, you may strive to meet the expectations of others because you fear what they may think. Following what you desire is worth it. Studies show that living as your authentic self can help you find more meaning in life, among other benefits. In addition, research as shown that people are far more likely to regret what they didn’t do, than what they did. Jess Leprotto had a big dream and he went for it. His passion made him unstoppable and today he achieving tremendous success his chosen field. He discusses his path to Broadway and why it’s important to follow a dream. Jess is an actor, dancer, singer, and Broadway performer whose credits include A Beautiful Noise, Hello Dolly, Carousel, Cats, Newsies, among others. Jess also appeared in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Holistic psychiatry is an emerging approach to mental healthcare that focuses on the biological, psychological, spiritual, and social factors that contribute to mental health issues. Dr. Judy Tsafrir shifted from a conventional practice of psychiatry to one that treats the whole person. She discusses the limitations of conventional psychiatry and why it’s important to integrate the spiritual, emotional, and physical dimensions of health. Dr. Tsafrir is a holistic healer with a private psychiatry and psychoanalysis practice. She is on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, and is the author of the book, Sacred Psychiatry — Bridging the Personal and Transpersonal to Transform Health and Consciousness. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Dr. Laura Copley believes that at the core of most toxic relationships is a painful trauma wound desperate to be healed. She contends that trauma survivors try to navigate romantic relationships in the only way they know how – fearfully and painfully. She discusses how to untangle trauma bonds and transmute toxic patterns into healing opportunities for intimacy and connection. Dr. Copley is a licensed professional counselor and trauma researcher. Her new book is Loving You Is Hurting Me: A New Approach to Healing Trauma Bonds and Creating Authentic Connection. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Hearing the words, you have cancer, is a major fear for most people. A cancer diagnosis is shocking and scary – it can change your life and the lives of your loved ones in an instant. With so many questions and with a frightening road ahead, it’s often difficult to know what to do. Dr. Chadi Nabhan has decades of experience treating oncology patients. He discusses this complex disease and offers a compassionate guide to understanding a cancer diagnosis and treatment options. Dr. Nabhan is a board-certified hematologist and a medical oncologist who has authored or co-authored over 300 peer-reviewed manuscripts and abstracts. He is the creator and host of the weekly Healthcare Unfiltered podcast, and author of the book, The Cancer Journey: Understanding Diagnosis, Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Today, more than ever, it seems like people are emotionally charged – on edge ready for conflict. It is so easy to get caught up in that energy. According to Dr. Christian Conte, anger is natural and we’re not wrong or bad for feeling it, but it can lead to acting impulsively, with regrettable consequences. Dr. Conte discusses how we can deal with anger and inflamed emotions. Dr. Conte is a licensed professional counselor, a certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and a certified Level V Anger Management Specialist. He was the resident therapist on VH1’s Family Therapy, co-host of USA Network’s The Secret Life of Kids, and co- host of Spike TV’s Coaching Bad with football Hall of Famer, Ray Lewis. He is the author of the book, Walking Through Anger A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotional Charged World. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

It’s not easy raising children. Just when you think everything is on track, the unpredictable will happen. Whether it’s a child facing an illness, bullying, or academic struggles, how can parents navigate challenges when life doesn’t go as planned? Allison Carmen offers parents a powerful and uplifting tool called the "maybe mindset" to help them navigate the unknown with greater ease and renewed hope. She discusses the gift of maybe and how it can help us maintain a positive outlook. Allison is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and podcaster. Her new audiobook is Maybe Everything is Okay: A Parent's Guide to Less Stress and Worry. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Many people believe that there is more to life than what they’re experiencing, but they don’t know how to attain what they want because they’re caught up in a loop of limiting beliefs, or stuck as the result of past wounds. Sylvester McNutt believes that we can achieve whatever we want by letting go of what no longer serves us. He discusses ways to heal wounds, break free from limiting beliefs, and unlock our potential. Sylvester is a self mastery coach and author. His new book is, Live the Life You Deserve: How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You and Embody Your Highest Self. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com