Ignite your heart and soul with Sara Troy and her guest Heidi Garis, on air from March 1st
Abundance has an attractive ring to it. Everyone wants it but what is it really and how do we create it?
Tapping into Abundance isn’t something Heidi came to naturally. In fact, lack and ‘not enough’ were her close and constant companions for many years. As a result of how she came into this world, her tender heart absorbed painful messaging which led to a decades-long identity as a people-pleasing chameleon separated from the truth of who she was.
Her lack of inner abundance was reflected in her outer world until she made a choice to heal, discover and embody the true magic and miracle that she was always meant to be. Her journey sparked a passionate calling to lead others along their healing path and recover their truth so they can create joy and abundance- inside and out.
As a success coach, intuitive energy healer, and psychotherapist, Heidi Garis masterfully weaves together all of her magic to help high achieving entrepreneurs, spiritual leaders, and public figures align to their truest I Am and live into the higher octaves of life. She guides her clients to heal their past, empower their present and activate their future so they are free to be the magnetic leaders they have been called to be, free to live their soul’s purpose and to create a massively joyful and abundant life along the way.
Sara’s View of Life with Sara Troy, on air from March 1st
This isan article I wrote 21 years ago, did I live up to my expectations come and hear where I am now? Getting a new perspective on life at 46 I asked myself this question and had to face the answer… Did I like the answer? No
I have recently come to a crossroads in my life. The direction that I have taken is very different from what I expected. I am a middle-aged woman with dreams gone by, or so I thought. Way back, when I was a wacky young creature with a free-spirited and passionate about life I was always full of fun, seeking adventures. Perhaps I was a victim of too many expectations. I was always asked, ‘when will you settle down girl’ or’ when will you get a real job?’
Sometimes we live life by those expectations, and don’t trust our own instincts to just be. . . Your parents lived a life that way, so why not you? But were they happy? People expect us to be something they believe to be normal. Their expectations came from their parents and so on, and society dictates the same.
‘Why can’t we all get along?’ We have heard or said this so many times before, but do we answer it? Most of the time we are too scared to. We are afraid that we may not like the answer or that we might have to do something about it. I asked myself this question recently and had to face the answer head-on. Did I like the answer? No. But I faced it and I have answered it back, and I am so glad I did.
I had to come to the realisation that I lived for and through other people’s lives. I think I am a very caring person with a lot of understanding of others’ feelings. I embrace others’ pain and try to make it better. I empathize with them, but sometimes I am incapable of feeling for myself. Is it that I am afraid? Or that I don’t trust anyone to let them in? Yes to both. I have learned that if you tell some people your true feelings, they will hurt you with it. On my journey to a better life, I have come across a program called ‘True Colours’. These are your personality colours represented by four different colours. Gold, blue, orange, and green. These colours each represent personality traits, and in understanding these colours I have opened my awareness to others and myself.
We are not all made the same, nor do we feel, think, or do the same. This is why we clash with life because we expect other people to be as we are. Shock time guys. Our differences are what make us unique. This is what attracts others to us.
We know that trying to be the same just does not work, and those true personalities will always stand out no matter what. So why can’t we accept that and embrace our differences, instead of fearing them? This subject has completely opened my eyes to myself, and where I had been going wrong. I felt that I had to apologise to everyone for myself. I thought that I was being judged, whereas I was the judge and jury. I was living for others’ expectations, not my own.
Now is very different. I am inspired and can feel my wings flapping and raring to go. I am starting a new business, a new life, and I have new expectations. My own. I have never felt so confident or courageous before. I have traveled to twenty-two countries and lived in four of them, finding time to have three children on the way. Now is the time that I really am beginning to feel life, trust in what it has to give, and embrace its wonders without fear.
Turning 46 is no time to start settling down. I have had my 3 wonderful children and I am very proud of who they are and my part in it. Now is the time for me. Time to be just a little bit wacky again. To trust in me, and not to be overly critical of myself or others. We are at a place in time for a reason. Trusting in a higher power and letting your life just ‘be’ is hard for some. But I do believe our actions and reactions are our choices. We can accept responsibility for our actions and focus on optimism, it is all up to us and our attitude.
I will be a success. I say it with pride, not vanity because I am working towards it. I am believing in myself and others and in life. I have not launched my business yet, but I already have customers in the wings waiting.
We only live but once and life events really do go in cycles. So never curl up and say that it’s all over, do something to bring on the next cycle. Be proactive. We are privileged to be alive. Ask not ‘Why me, ’ go ahead and explore life. The key is to believe in something, and yourself. I am not over the hill. ‘I am woman, hear me roar.’ My life experiences are my skills. My pains are my journey to understanding. My fear is my empowerment; my courage is my ammunition. I will not only survive, but I will truly live.
We must place value on ourselves and what we can contribute to life, not on sex or numbers. If you choose to be old before your time, maybe that is your comfort zone. But ask yourself one question. ‘Would you prefer a different life?’ If you answer “yes” then do something, however, small, to change it. Life is forever changing, don’t get left behind. I wish you love courage and strength for your journey.
NOW 21 years later I look back and see how much my life has changed. My children are grown beautiful souls, I am a Grandma, single, and have been proudly podcasting for 10 years now. Take your journey, look back to see how far you have come, and keep growing, for you are not dead yet.
Your Health is your choice with Sara Troy and her guest Dr John Poothullil, on air from January 18th
Dr. John Poothullil Empowers Patients with New Scientific Insights and Complementary Approaches to Prevent Obesity, Reverse Diabetes, and Survive Cancer
John Poothullill practiced medicine as a pediatrician and allergist for more than 30 years, with 27 of those years in the state of Texas. He received his medical degree from the University of Kerala, India in 1968, after which he did two years of medical residency in Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ, and two years of fellowship, one in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and the other in Ontario, Canada. He began his practice in 1974 and retired in 2008. He holds certifications from the American Board of Pediatrics, The American Board of Allergy & Immunology, and the Canadian Board of Pediatrics.
During his medical practice, John became interested in understanding the causes of and interconnections between hunger, satiation, and weight gain. His interest turned into a passion and a multi-decade personal study and research project that led him to read many medical journal articles, medical textbooks, and other scholarly works in biology, biochemistry, physiology, endocrinology, and cellular metabolic functions. This eventually guided Dr. Poothullil to investigate the theory of insulin resistance as it relates to diabetes. Recognizing that this theory was illogical, he spent a few years rethinking the biology behind high blood sugar and finally developed the fatty acid burn switch as the real cause of diabetes. Recently his own cancer diagnosis lead him to research cancer and childhood cancer.
Dr. Poothullil has written articles on hunger and satiation, weight loss, diabetes, and the senses of taste and smell. His articles have been published in medical journals such as Physiology and Behavior, Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews, Journal of Women’s Health, Journal of Applied Research, Nutrition, and Nutritional Neuroscience. His work has been quoted in Woman’s Day, Fitness, Red Book and Woman’s World.
We Discuss: Type 2 Diabetes, grain-free living, what is Coronavirus really.
What is the real cause of type 2 diabetes? What steps do you suggest for reversing high blood sugar? What is the leading cause of obesity and what can be done?
Why do people overeat and what is the optimal diet for someone who is obese and/or suffering from high blood sugar. What is the A.P.E.X. plan you propose for people to use in order to stay healthy during a pandemic like the Covid-19? NEXT SHOW WILL BE ON CANCER AND HEART DESEASE AND BUILDING A GOOD AMMUNE SYSTEM.
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Raising our gifted children with Sara Troy and her guest Patrice Badami, on air from February 22nd
What exactly does it mean to be an advocate for a child with special needs? Our goal, as caregivers, is always to raise children to be happy and successful. But how does a caregiver navigate the overwhelming and sometimes complicated world of laws, resources and programs in their community?
I am a special education teacher and mother of three. I have advocated for families with children who have special needs to ensure that they receive the special education services that they require for them to be appropriately facilitated at their home school district. I created a website to help students as they navigate their way back into the in-person educational settings. The website is entitled Acorntotree.com and it offers free academic and recreational support for children and families.
Special education, academic support, advocating for families with children who have special needs, having a child with Asperger’s syndrome, having a child with central auditory processing issues as well as executive functioning issues, children with attention deficit disorder, dealing with a child who is in the Neonatal Intensive Care and concerns of new parents of premature children. What do I really need to have in preparation for bringing my baby home?
Patrice Badami earned her Masters of Science degree in Childhood and Special Education from Long Island University. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication/Journalism from St. Bonaventure in New York state. She is currently working towards her certificate in Early Childhood. Patrice is an Elementary and Special education teacher for a New York State school district.
How can I advocate for my special needs child?
What are some important things to keep in mind before attending a committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting for my child?
What is an outside independent evaluation?
What information will I receive about my child when attending a special education meeting?
Where can I get outside independent evaluations? How can they help me in my CSE meeting? What type of independent evaluations should I avoid?
What are some behaviors of a child who may have Asperger’s Syndrome?
What are perseveration and how do I help my child deal with them?
How can I support my child who has Asperger’s Syndrome as they navigate college or their path after high school?
What is Central Auditory Processing difficulty?
How can I help my child with ADD at home?
What are some things I can expect when my child is in the neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)?
What kind of support do I need when I take my child who was in the NICU at home?
What are some developmental issues that I may encounter as my premature baby grows what are some red flags?
How can I help my child with Aspergers navigate the social skills difficulties he or she may have and help him or her make friends?
What are some other issues that I may encounter besides social skills issues with my child who has Asperger’s Syndrome?
What are some things that I may notice as my premature child grows? What are some difficulties they may encounter as they attempt to reach their developmental milestones?
I will include podcasts in the podcast blog on my website Acorntotree.com that provides families with free educational and recreational resources, and reviews of educational toys, children’s books, and parenting books and products.
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Ignite your heart and soul with Sara Troy and her guest Vanessa Ferlaino, on air from February 22nd
We often hear about the importance of positive thinking or terms like “Grabbing the bull by the horns” when we hear about people attempting to make positive change. For many, this can seem completely daunting, and in some cases unachievable. But Vanessa Ferlaino is proof that through self-belief and personal empowerment, we can not only make positive change in our own lives, but we can uplift and elevate others around us for the betterment of the world.
Vanessa is a respected entrepreneur, a singer/songwriter, and a critically acclaimed author who has built her dream through hard work and sheer determination.
Through her music, business endeavors, and via her much-lauded book HUMAN, Vanessa is achieving her goal of inspiring by example and offering up words of wisdom, on how to achieve what we wish to achieve.
This is not mere lip service Vanessa, has overcome a myriad of personal tragedies and seemingly insurmountable obstacles on her way to achieving her success and being a positive voice for others.
“To me, being human is about standing tall when our truth, our voice, is challenged,” says Vanessa. “It is all about putting all different pieces of ourselves together so they can co-exist inside of you. What we uncover and discover about ourselves leads us further to our truth and authenticity. “
Vanessa hopes to empower those who feel powerless, through her words and actions with the goal of sharing her message across as many platforms as possible.
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