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C22-14. Sharon L. Brecher is a Miserable Mom

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Choose Positive Living with Sara Troy and her guest Sharon Brecher, on air from April 5th

Comedic illustrator and popular influencer Sharon Brecher, author of Miserable Mom: The Do’s and Don’ts of Sending Your Kid to College

Welcome to that special time of every parent’s life – when they’ve done all they can to prepare their kids for the next step, and the time has come… their kid is leaving home and going to college! Miserable Mom celebrates the ups and downs of one of life’s most emotional parenting moments, conveniently coinciding with mid-life. Mom-blogger, illustrator, and popular influencer Sharon Brecher shares her first-hand experience with the daily angst and indignities of motherhood in her humorous comic strips that portray the do’s and don’ts of sending your kid to college. Through illustrations and transparent slice-of-life narrative, Miserable Mom: The Do’s and Don’ts of Sending Your Kid to College provides an authentic connection with others who are also navigating this emotional time. Delivering an unapologetic perspective of motherhood, Sharon shines a light on the stream of consciousness we all internalize and helps us laugh at ourselves. By normalizing common parenting and mid-life insecurities with a dose of humor, Miserable Mom will help you feel supported while enduring this incredibly special time of parenting college students.:

  • High Anxiety: The Do’s and Don’ts of Pre-College Prep
  • Holy Sh*t Your Kid is Leaving the Nest! The Do’s and Don’ts of Moving Out…and Moving In
  • The Overbearing Parent’s Reminder: Step Back So Your Child Can Shine at College
  • The New Normal Back at Home: The Do’s and Don’ts of Stalking, Suffocating and Controlling Those Left Behind
  • Raging Hormones & Mid-Life: Keeping it Cool When You’re Burning up Inside and You Just Want to Turn Back Time
  • Live and Learn: Put on Your Best Game Face, Don’t Forget To Laugh When Your Crazy Slips Out and Remember All Parents Are In This Together
  • The Emotions of Change: Now what?
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“Sharon has taken her first-hand experience with the daily angst and indignities of motherhood and – instead of eating cupcakes alone in her car – has channeled it into this well-observed and funny book! Her illustrations that juxtapose her comic characters against a real-life background are an apt metaphor for her clever take on what it means to love and let go with a sense of humor… and to get up the next day and do it all over again.” – Eileen Heisler, Executive Producer/Co-Creator of hit TV series, The Middle

“She’s not really miserable. She’s creating her way through the ups and downs of life’s most perplexing assignment – raising humans. Sharon’s book is a sassy, sparkling help list for a mom’s most dreaded job, sending her kid to college. You will laugh, you will wince, you will buy two books so you can cut one up to send pages to your friends.” – Becky Blades, Author of Do Your Laundry or You’ll Die Alone: Advice Your Mom Would Give if She Thought You Were Listening

“Miserable Mom: The Do’s and Don’ts of Sending Your Kid to College is fun, lighthearted and brimming with good advice – The perfect gift for any parent navigating this emotional, exciting journey.” – Linda Wolff, Freelance Writer/Syndicated Blogger, CarpoolGoddess.com

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By Sharon L. Brecher with Illustrations by Brett C. Nance and Sharon L. Brecher


Sharon L. Brecher is a mom-blogger, writer, illustrator, wife, and Miserable Mom. Her first book, Miserable Mom: The Do’s and Don’ts of Sending Your Kid to College, calls out the absurdities of this stage of motherhood with a wry sense of humor and a self-deprecating wink to her own place in the emotional merry-go-round. Sharon is a born and bred New Yorker, living in Southern California. She has raised two young adults (one in college and one recently out) and has an MA in Education. Sharon was the Educational Director of Futurekids and spent several years working as a consultant for companies like Disney Interactive and Disney Online, where she created educational content for kids and guides for parents. Upon an emotional return from dropping her oldest off at college for the first time, Sharon needed to process some unfamiliar and vulnerable feelings. With one kid out and one to go, mid-life was upon her. This new phase would require the honesty and humor she always internalized, to process life’s challenges. But this time Sharon needed to share with other moms out loud. So, she sat down at her computer and Miserable Moms was born.

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C22-13 Ebba Karlsson, from Sexual assault to True Starlight:

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Choose Positive Living with Sara Troy and her guest Edda Karlsson, on-air from March 29th

Former model and sexual assault victim, Ebba Karlsson, author of True Ebba Karlsson, from Sexual assault to True Starlight Starlight: From Living in the Shadows to Being Stellar.

Ebba claims she was sexually assaulted at age 20 while on a job interview in 1990 with Gerald Marie, the president (at the time) of internationally-renowned Elite Modeling Agency, which also represented supermodels Cindy Crawford and Kate Moss. She also alleges she was raped by a fashion model scout who introduced her to Marie. Despite other models claiming similar allegations against Marie, including actress and cover-girl model Carre Otis, criminal charges have never been brought against him. Recently, his ex-wife, former supermodel Linda Evangelista, has publicly sided with them.

“If you have ever been abused, you know how awful, and shameful one can feel,” Ebba says. “Looking back, I still feel disgusted about the whole thing and sad that I didn’t have more guts to stand up for myself and run away. It is never okay for anybody to go beyond a person’s boundaries.”

Ebba is now fighting back and raising awareness about the sexual misconduct practiced all too often in the fashion and modeling industries. She wants to weed out serial predators who abuse their power.

“No longer should a woman’s modeling career be dependent on whether she remains silent while being sexually violated,” says Ebba. “We also need to stop the vicious cycle of grooming and human trafficking.”

She was threatened into silence, on top of feeling ashamed. “We saw in the Harvey Weinstein trial that it took many voices of courageous women to hold him accountable for his crimes,” says Ebba. “In the Jeffrey Epstein case, women who were only children at the time of their grooming also came forward in solidarity to create great change. The time is overdue that we address these same crimes within an industry that has yet to be held accountable.”

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Her moving book, True Starlight: From Living in the Shadows to Being Stellar (Morgan James Publishers, Trade Paperback, is the inspirational and spiritually moving memoir of the model-turned-life coach. Her powerful message is punctuated by her guidance and insight on what it takes for each of us to create our own reality and become a “true star.”

“This book is my life story, but it could be any woman’s story,” says Ebba. “You can see this as a journey through time., through your body, soul, and mind. It is meant to take you through your own life, reflecting on your journey and experiences so that you can be inspired to find your purpose and answers within.”

The Swedish-born blonde, who was raised by an alcoholic mother and a sex-addicted, philandering father, overcame the challenges of an abusive and dysfunctional household, attempted suicide, teen pregnancy, and sexual assault – all by the age of 20. Her recently published book reveals a true, gripping story that shows how she found her purpose and mission in life. It also details allegations of sexual misconduct by a major player in the modeling industry.

“I have always been a seeker – a seeker of the truth of happiness, pleasure, and lots of other things,” writes Ebba. “It took me many years to realize what I know today, and it has been a long journey to discover who I really am, and I’m still discovering it.”

“True Starlight is a much-needed contribution to the global conversation that is well underway. Ebba is a survivor, sister, supporter, and champion for those who are trying to find their true voice, reclaim their dignity, and find peace with post-trauma.” — American Model, Actress & Author Carre Otis

Ebba P. Karlsson is a life coach, author, and champion ballroom dancer. She is also a model and sexual assault victim who co-founded a new organization dedicated to cleaning up the modeling industry amidst the #MeToo era —

She is also the founder of True Star, a life coaching practice, helping individuals perform at a high level, live a more fulfilling life, and overcome their past to embrace the future. After leaving behind a promising modeling career, she became, at age 23, one of the managers of the franchise company, The Body Shop. Since 1996, she has been running her own business involving health, meditation, holistic therapies, personal self-development techniques, and leadership practices.

Karlsson launched Victorious Angels in October 2020 with several models, including the internationally renowned cover-girl model Carre Otis. It is a global collective of sexual abuse survivors from the modeling industry.

She is a former model who was raped at age 20 by a modeling scout and then was sexually assaulted during a job interview with the president of Elite Model Management, Gerald Marie. She quit the industry as a result, back in 1990. Now she is helping others to confront the sexual assault problem running rampant in the modeling industry.

She is a Certified Law of Attraction Coach and Creating Money Coach, both by the Quantum Success Academy, and a member of The International Coach Federation. She is also experienced in massage therapy, biofeedback, Feng Shui, risk therapy and is a national champion ballroom dancer. 

Here is a recent article about the suicide of Jean-Luc Brunel, who allegedly trafficked more than 1,000 women for Jeffrey Epstein and whose agency supplied models for Victoria’s Secret runway shows: 

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/jean-luc-brunel-suicide

Karlsson was born and raised in Sweden. She moved her family from Monte Carlo, Monaco to North Carolina in 2010. She now resides in Charlotte.

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Yoichi Utebi, Japanese Movie Producer.

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Spiritual Movie Producer Yoichi Utebi and his shows on his movies.

Yoichi UtebiYoichi Utebi is a producer and world lecturer for Happy Science. Born in Japan in 1968, Utebi grew up in Beirut, Lebanon, and New York City. Raised in a rare Japanese Christian family, he was deeply touched by Muslim culture and the beauty of Lebanon during his formative years in Beirut. However, the Middle East also exposed Utebi to the horrors of war, as he and his family dodged bullets and bombings before fleeing to London and back to Japan, leaving everything behind in a sudden evacuation.  In the 7th grade, Utebi moved to New York for 10 years, where he was exposed to friends from multiple cultures and ethnicities. His rock band produced a popular album and gained quite a following in the city before Utebi decided to forego his musical pursuits and return to Japan. 
After 12 years of experience in marketing and senior management at various American IT companies in Japan, Utebi joined Happy Science in 2010, where he quickly rose to Director of International Communications. Utebi is currently a minister and world lecturer for Happy Science and a producer on The Cherry Bushido.

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For most of us, the word ‘curse’ brings fantastical images of black magic, witches’ cauldrons, and a little “eye of newt and toe of frog” to mind, especially as the Halloween season rolls around. But though we may be tempted to believe they are merely fantasy, curses can, in fact, be a very real manifestation of negative thoughts. yoichi-utebi-the-divine-protector

How to Keep the Faith, Find your North Star, and Follow It- the driving message in Twiceborn, the inspirational new biopic from Japan

Twiceborn is based on the life of Ryuho Okawa, the founder of Happy Science, Japan’s fastest-growing and most influential spiritual movement with 12 million members across 100 countries. Based on true events, Twiceborn tells the story of Satoru Ichijo, a highly successful businessman who relinquishes everything to pursue his true calling, the happiness of humankind. https://www.twicebornmovie.com

“The Real Exorcist” follows Sayuri, a young coffee shop waitress, as she uses her spiritual powers to help customers troubled by supernatural phenomena. The supernatural drama by HS Productions, which is set to open in the United States this August, explores the laws of attraction that govern our lives and afterlives and characterizes the mindset we can all employ to stay on the right path, ward off negative influences, and lead happy, fulfilled lives.  www.RealExorcistMovie.com

A new film from Japan, “The Cherry Bushido,” lands at the perfect time to remind us to re-examine our convictions and spiritual fortitude in the face of today’s daunting challenges. 
Similar yet distinct from chivalry, the western code of honor handed down from the gallant knights of yore, Bushido is the organizing principle of samurai moral values and ethics that has been at the heart and soul of Japanese culture for centuries. Like chivalry, Bushido is typified by virtues like righteousness, benevolence, respect, honor, fidelity, and courage. Unlike the chivalric code, the true Bushido spirit is based on the belief that we are spiritual beings who will eventually return to the spiritual world. 

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IG22-13. John Siddique, Signposts of The Spiritual Journey

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 Ignite your heart and soul with Sara Troy and her guest John Siddique, on air from March 28th

Acclaimed spiritual teacher and literary writer John Siddique,  whose new book Signposts of the Spiritual Journey offers a true road map for those embarking on the spiritual path sharing the signposts as well as the obstacles one can encounter along the way, and how to genuinely move past them. John is one of the most popular teachers on the meditation app Insight Timer, his meditations have been downloaded over 2 million times and he has been featured inTime Magazine, The Guardian, on CNN and the BBC.John is teaching at OMEGA end of August and has the Tablet interview coming out. He also has a Talk and a Workshop for The Theosophical Society in America.

The author explores all the signs of spiritual progress which begin from a place of ‘awareness’ and ‘self-reflection’. Siddique reminds us there is no shortcut to enlightenment; life will offer you every chance at awakening no matter who you are. He shares how imperative it is to notice our reactivity—our sense of righteousness—and instead, replace it with ‘responsiveness.’ The author demonstrates how to pause from
our reactive state with simple practices, highlighting spiritual blocks such as the pain body, spiritual bypassing, dualistic thinking and false consciousness—the conditioning we’ve been fed from birth, the root of all suffering.

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In addition to sharing encouraging real-life stories, Signposts of the Spiritual Journey provides you with a vast range of tools such as the practice of the three hearts for those who can’t meditate using breath alone. He also teaches the three practices to cut through the noise, involving the use of noble silence and the contemplation of death (i.e., if this were your last encounter with that person, how would you like it to be). Siddique’s use of writing and drawing help us expand awareness and let go of ego and his instructions for effective, safe, meditative practices are highly accessible yet little known in the West.
There is a humility in Siddique’s style as he tells us that the ‘teacher is in you’. The author is a case
in point, he healed his own childhood wounds and earlier suicide attempts through the methods he
puts forward in this book. Admitting to yourself there is a problem and taking responsibility, doing
inner child work, and prioritising self-care were all key to Siddique’s own healing journey.
The author advocates that enlightenment is to be found in our everyday ordinary life and has
nothing to do with the mind but everything to do with the heart. Whatever level of freedom
you feel drawn to, Signposts of The Spiritual Journey will guide you to reap the benefits of a more
meaningful existence in the here and now.

John Siddique is best known as a British spiritual teacher, poet, and author. He is the founder of Authentic Living, through which he aims to encourage people from all walks of life to awaken to what he calls their “true naturalness”. Siddique is not aligned with any particular religion, philosophy, or tradition. Known for his authenticity, humour, and “feet on the ground” wisdom, his work has quietly reached millions of people.
He has to date published eight books. His teachings and writings have featured in Time Magazine, The Guardian, Granta, on CNN, and the BBC. Scottish Poet Laureate Jackie Kay speaks of Siddique’s writing as being ‘A brilliant balancing act.’ Siddique is the Honorary Fellow in Creative Writing at Leicester University. He is the former Laureate of the British city of Canterbury, and British Council Poet in Residence at California State University, Los Angeles.

This transformative and highly practical book by well-known literary writer and spiritual teacher John
Siddique, described as “one of the best poets of our generation” by The New York Times
correspondent Bina Shah, offers a true roadmap for those embarking on the spiritual path, sharing
the signposts as well as the obstacles one can encounter along the way, and how to genuinely move past them.

The book covers themes such as:

  • 5 tools to help you in the here and now and 3 practices to cut through the noise.
  • What to do when meditation isn’t for you. 
  •  Spiritual bypassing – how the teacher is in you and how enlightenment is in everyday life.
  • Practices to replace reactivity with responsiveness

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IG22-13. Yoichi Utebi’s “The Cherry Bushido” Movie

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Ignite your heart and soul with Sara Troy, and her guest Yoichi Utebi, on air from March 29th


A new film from Japan, “The Cherry Bushido,” lands at the perfect time to remind us to re-examine our convictions and spiritual fortitude in the face of today’s daunting challenges. 
Similar yet distinct from chivalry, the western code of honor handed down from the gallant knights of yore, Bushido is the organizing principle of samurai moral values and ethics that has been at the heart and soul of Japanese culture for centuries. Like chivalry, Bushido is typified by virtues like righteousness, benevolence, respect, honor, fidelity, and courage. Unlike the chivalric code, the true Bushido spirit is based on the belief that we are spiritual beings who will eventually return to the spiritual world.  
Having experienced relative peace and prosperity in recent years, many have relaxed their self-vigilance and blurred the convictions that can mean the difference between victory and defeat on the spiritual as well as physical plain. With the pandemic and the social, political, and geopolitical turbulence we are experiencing today, now is a good time to consider the Bushido spirit and virtues that can anchor and guide us to act on our beliefs in these trying times. 

  • The meaning and history of Bushido code of conduct and ideals
  • The spiritual backbone of the Bushido spirit and how to maintain spiritual fortitude
  • 3 maxims to live by:
    • Live each day as if it is your last
    • Your thoughts determine your future
    • Face fear squarely and fiercely is the message behind “The Cherry Bushido” 
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Yoichi UtebiYoichi Utebi is a producer and world lecturer for Happy Science. Born in Japan in 1968, Utebi grew up in Beirut, Lebanon, and New York City. Raised in a rare Japanese Christian family, he was deeply touched by Muslim culture and the beauty of Lebanon during his formative years in Beirut. However, the Middle East also exposed Utebi to the horrors of war, as he and his family dodged bullets and bombings before fleeing to London and back to Japan, leaving everything behind in a sudden evacuation.  In the 7th grade, Utebi moved to New York for 10 years, where he was exposed to friends from multiple cultures and ethnicities. His rock band produced a popular album and gained quite a following in the city before Utebi decided to forego his musical pursuits and return to Japan. 
After 12 years of experience in marketing and senior management at various American IT companies in Japan, Utebi joined Happy Science in 2010, where he quickly rose to Director of International Communications. Utebi is currently a minister and world lecturer for Happy Science and a producer on The Cherry Bushido.
About The Cherry Bushido

The Cherry Bushido is a film from Japan about a young Kendo (Japanese swordsmanship) devotee and group of friends who unite to protect Japan from the threat of extinction by its neighboring country. The Cherry Bushido will be released in limited theaters in North America this March.

Limited theatrical release March 2022 in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Atlanta, Tampa, Honolulu, San Diego, San Antonio, and Orange County, CA, as well as in Toronto and Vancouver, Canada.
Available on VOD summer 2022.

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