Motivational Quotes and Inspirational Life Stories

Motivational Quotes and Inspirational Life Stories from real-life people just like you. Learn how others have faced and overcome adversity in their lives. Be inspired by their stories of triumph over tragedy and enjoy the motivational quotes that accompany each real-life story. This podcast will motivate and inspire you, giving you hope for achieving your goals and living your best life.

Episode 102 - Writing Your Life’s Script: How Coaching and Storytelling Intersect with Carolyn J. Carpenter

Writing Your Life’s Script: How Coaching and Storytelling Intersect Podcast Summary: In this captivating episode, Victoria Johnson talks with Carolyn J. Carpenter, licensed Heal Your Life® coach, accomplished screenwriter, story analyst, and co-founder of Hollywood Gatekeepers. Carolyn is a highly respected industry expert who teaches writers, producers, and creatives how to craft emotionally powerful stories while navigating the complex dynamics of Hollywood. Carolyn shares how her work as ...

09-11
31:44

Episode 101- Healing the Mind-Body Connection with Mandolin Brown

Shattered Illusions: Healing the Mind-Body Connection with Mandolin Brown Guest: Mandolin Brown — Certified Heal Your Life® Coach, Workshop Facilitator, and Author Host: Victoria Johnson Episode Overview In this heartfelt episode, Victoria Johnson talks with Mandolin Brown about her powerful journey through psychosomatic illness, emotional healing, and personal transformation. Mandolin shares insights from her upcoming book, Shattered Illusions, which guides readers through the mind-body conn...

09-03
21:47

Episode 100 - Ray Windum's Insights into Overcoming Addiction and Embracing Recovery

When we come face to face with our darkest moments, what is the spark that ignites change? Ray Windum, an addictions counselor and Heal Your Life coach, shares the story of his transformation from a troubled past to a beacon of hope. As a child exposed to hard times, Ray turned to addiction as his refuge, only to encounter a profound realization that steered him toward sobriety and aiding others in their battles against personal demons. Ray unveils the power behind those pivotal breakt...

05-08
23:09

Episode 99 - "Different Than Your Parents" with Author, Julie Marrast

Join the conversation as we sit down with Julie Marrast, a woman with a revolutionary perspective on parenting. Every parent feels the weight of shaping a life, and Julie's transformative experiences have birthed her book, "Different Than Your Parents." It is a beacon for those navigating the uncharted waters of raising emotionally intelligent children. Our discussion cuts to the core of parenting, challenging listeners to see their children as mirrors reflecting their deepest sel...

04-21
15:43

Episode 97- I Am My Culture: My Memoir of Self-Determination by Annette Alix Roussin

In this captivating podcast episode, we delve into the profound and enlightening memoir journal penned by Annette Alix Roussin. Starting as a child in a remote First Nations community, Annette's life path took her from humble beginnings to the halls of academia at the University of Manitoba, where she pursued a Master of Social Work degree. This higher education expanded her knowledge and became a crucial vehicle for her to explore the profound impacts of colonization on Indigenous communitie...

09-16
28:43

Episode 96 - Heal Your Life with Ale Corriols

Ale is one of those people who radiates love and authenticity. Tune in to hear about her journey in life and how it brought her to where she is now. Ale lives in Costa Rica with her children and spends her days helping others to help themselves. She is truly an inspiration. Be inspired with Ale right here! Email Ale: hola@ale.corriols.com Facebook and Instagram: @ale.corriols.com

07-25
23:09

Episode 95 - Learn About Heal Your Life® Affirmational Yoga with Lisa

Learn more about Very Important Friend Heal Your Life® Affirmational Yoga with Lisa. Lisa shares how she has faced obstacles, made mistakes, and moved forward with awareness. She is the real deal and always overflowing with wisdom, love, and compassion. Learn more about Lisa and her unique affirmational yoga classes ⁠HERE.⁠ "At Very Important Friend Yoga, we value you. We take the time to honor each yogi in each class. There is always time for introductions and requests before the one-hour cl...

07-25
23:22

Episode 91 - Healing From Trauma with Chakra Based Energy Work Featuring Author Lisa Erickson

"I believe you have more power within you than you are aware of. You possess an energy technology that many different spiritual and healing traditions around the world have described and connected to. Learning to use this technology is your birthright, and I strive to create resources that will help you do so." ~Lisa Erikson Lisa Erickson takes a holistic approach to illness. In this episode, she speaks about self-guided techniques for healing trauma and owning your own power. Li...

01-30
18:15

Episode 89 - The Soul Solution with Leadership Expert Vanessa Loder

Learn how to transform "I am busy" to I am calm and I have plenty of time" with a simple meditation during this podcast. It really works! Vanessa spent nearly ten years following the traditional route of what she should do. She worked her tail off on Wall Street, got her MBA from Stanford, and achieved “success,” but lost touch with her own inner voice…until she couldn’t ignore it any longer. The whispers became louder telling Vanessa something BIGGER was missing. She wanted deeper pu...

01-19
22:12

Episode 89 - Life on the Run Transformed - Spirit of a Hummingbird with M.D. Felicia Heath

Do not miss this episode! When it comes to overcoming adversity look no further than Felicia Heath. Felicia is a triple-board-certified critical care anesthesiologist, blogger, and debut author. In this podcast Felicia shares her life story, which she has written in her memoir, Spirit of a Hummingbird. She is the daughter of Vietnamese and Chinese immigrants who met in the United States, gives us a disquieting, eventful memoir based on her early childhood on the run with her fathe...

01-04
22:05

Episode 88 - Learn to Overcome Unworthiness and De-Stress with Morgan Beard

Join us to learn about overcoming unworthiness, maneuvering through inner obstacles, de-stressing using creativity, and connecting to your inner wisdom. Morgan Beard received her BA in Visual and Media Studies from Duke University in 2012. She moved to New York for a job in independent film. After burning out and facing a major depressive episode while working toward licensure, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue health and happiness. Understanding better than ever what it takes to create a l...

11-20
18:07

Episode 86 - Inner Work is the Key with Aura Martinez

Aura Martinez is a Self-Discovery and Empowerment coach. She holds a BA in Forensic Psychology and is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner. Aura uses her background in psychology to help others discover themselves and create greater well-being in all areas. Aura teaches us about the importance of loving all parts of ourselves and teaches mental, spiritual, and emotional hygiene. Learn how to find the blocks that hold you back and get to know yourself even more.&nbs...

11-20
16:51

Episode 87 - Mount Hope - A Love Letter to the LGBTQ+ community

Kellie Woolf is an amazing human being who has overcome intense adversity and has chosen to transform from survivor to thriver. Her debut novel, Mount Hope, was written over several years and was finished after the death of her son. It is a spell-binding, nail-biting, jaw-dropping thriller written as a love letter to the LGBTQ+ community. Kellie shares words of hope and interesting perspectives and life experiences, including being on the game show Ellen's Game of Thrones. Kellie...

11-20
23:10

Episode 85 - Learn to Believe in Yourself Even More with Triathlete Steve Lovelace

Steve has survived multiple traumas and lives with the painful disease of arachnoiditis. Overcoming the HUGE obstacles in his way, Steve made history as one of the very first disabled athletes to have ever completed a triathlon. "Believe in yourself and set the boundaries to your own limitations." Learn more about Steve on Instagram Learn more about your host, Victoria Johnson

10-03
15:25

Episdode 84 - Learn to Heal Dis-ease Naturally with Dr V and Her 7 Essentials System®

As a host, I can confidently say I learned more on this podcast than on any other I have hosted.–VictoriaJohnson Dr V and host, Victoria Johnson share a common bond in that they both follow Louise Hay's philosophies and recommend her book You Can Heal Your Life to their clients. Dr Veronique Desaulniers, better known as Dr V, is the founder of Breast Cancer Conqueror® and the 7 Essentials System®. Her signature process has empowered thousands of women around the world...

09-19
29:12

Episode 82 - Soul Wisdom with Carolyn Coleridge

Carolyn Coleridge, LCSW is a Psychotherapist, Intuitive and Healer for the last 25 years. She has a Masters in Clinical Social work from Columbia University. She works as a psychotherapist in various settings and was trained in NYC as a psychoanalytical psychotherapist. For many years Carolyn hid her intuitive abilities for fear of judgement from her colleagues and clients. Once she embraced her gifts she has been able to take her clients to a new level. She is t...

08-29
27:15

Episode 81 - Emmy Award-winning Reporter, Jen Maxfield Shares True Stories of Overcoming Adversity in her New Book, More After the Break

Jen Maxfield is an Emmy Award-winning reporter and anchor who started at NBC New York in 2013. Previously, she was a reporter and substitute anchor for Eyewitness News (ABC7). In her 22-year career, she has interviewed over 10,000 people and shared their stories. But then what? After the story has aired, what happens to people forever changed by tragedy, loss, and triumph? This interview is about Jen Maxfield's new book, More After the Break; A Reporter Returns to Ten Unforgettable News Stori...

07-09
20:24

Episode 80 - Take Back Your Life After Loss with Alison

TAKE BACK YOUR LIFE AFTER LOSS Alison Pena (The Bad Widow) is a grief resilience coach and author. She and her late husband learned to live fearlessly, even in the face of death. Trust in yourself and your future possibilities after the heartbreaking death of a loved one. Move through grief on your own timelineExpand your new and existing relationshipsAllow yourself to grieve losses like a pandemic, business failure, job loss, divorce, death of a pet, damaged relationships ...

04-25
25:06

Episode 79 - "The Power of Affirmations" with Internationally Known Speaker and Singer, Michele Blood

Michele Blood had an amazing career as a rock singer in Australia and a horrific accident changed her life's path. Listen in as she tells us how she healed her broken body with affirmations and music. Listen to her original songs of affirmation through this special link: www.michelleblood.com/healyourlife Michele has spoken on stages with Louise Hay, Deepak Chopra, and Dr Wayne Dyer and worked closely with Bob Proctor for many years. Her energy and enthusiasm are infections...

04-24
25:59

Episode 78 - Being Resilient in Times of Change with Dr. Steve Yacovelli

Dr. Steve Yacovelli ("The Gay Leadership Dude®) shares his top three strategies for being resilient in times of change. He has worked with Fortune 500 greats like The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and many more. Learn to understand the psychology behind change and benefit from Dr. Steve's 25 years of experience and leadership and communication. Get to know the Top Dog Learning team HERE. "What counts is not necessarily the size of the do...

04-24
20:41

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