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Wellness Law PodcastNavigating Nutrition Laws and Wellness Practice with Darrell RogersWelcome to the Wellness Law Podcast! In this episode, host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Darrell Rogers from the Holistic Council. Together, they discuss critical licensing and nutrition practice issues affecting wellness practitioners. Darryl shares insights from his extensive experience in health and wellness policy and advocacy, including his work on Capitol Hill and with various health organizations. Key topics include the role of state laws in regulating nutrition services, the importance of using appropriate language to avoid legal risks, and the need for professional liability insurance. They also explore the broader implications of health freedom and the impact of consumer...
2025-08-2521 minWellness Law PodcastTackling Medical Gaslighting and Wellness Empowerment with Dr. EIn this engaging and insightful episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, your host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Dr. Efrat Lemandre, better known as Dr. E, to discuss her unique perspective on medical gaslighting and the empowerment of patients. Dr. E, a renowned public speaker, bestselling author, and medical disruptor, shares her thoughts on the limitations of conventional medicine and how wellness practitioners can bridge the gap. With over 5 million followers and multiple healthcare ventures under her belt, Dr. E's discussion sheds light on the importance of patient advocacy and the crucial role of functional and integrative health practices in achieving...
2025-08-0230 minWellness Law PodcastWellness Law: Lawsuits, Tobacco Surcharges, and ComplianceJoin host Barbara Zabawa on the Wellness Law Podcast as she dives into wellness law from the litigation side with attorney Oren Faircloth of the law firm Siri & Glimstad. Discussing his work on tobacco surcharge lawsuits and employee benefits litigation, Oren explains the regulatory framework and compliance issues surrounding wellness programs. The conversation covers the interpretation of wellness incentives, the impact of punitive surcharges versus positive reinforcement, and how companies often fall short of the legal standards set by ERISA. Stay informed about your rights and the evolving legal landscape of workplace wellness programs.00:00 Introduction to the...
2025-07-1729 min
Move to Live®MoreNavigating the Wild West of Wellness LawAn interview with Barbara Zabawa, Wellness Lawyer, Entrepreneur, Author and Law Professor.The nefarious wellness practitioner, the ones that are going to give wellness a bad name, wouldn't turn away the vulnerable patient. In fact, they may prey upon the vulnerable patient, and that is wrong and should not be tolerated, and…so the wellness practitioner that wants to give wellness a good name will focus on the empowered consumer, the consumer that even if they have some kind of ailment or condition, they are seeing someone in conventional medical care, they are doing wh...
2025-07-1531 minWellness Law PodcastUnderstanding Tax and Financial Strategies for Wellness Businesses with Valerie SchranzIn this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, hosted by Barbara Zabawa and brought to you by the Center for Health and Wellness Law, Valerie Schranz from Sterling Tax and Accounting Services discusses essential tax and financial considerations for wellness businesses. Topics include choosing the right business entity, importance of separating personal and business expenses, estimated tax payments, bookkeeping, and compliance with payroll and tax filing requirements. Valerie also shares valuable resources and advice for new business owners to optimize their tax strategies and ensure legal protection. Tune in for practical insights to help your wellness business succeed.
2025-07-0331 min
The Show Up Fitness PodcastWhat Every Personal Trainer Needs to Know About Legal ProtectionSend us a text if you want to be on the Podcast & explain why!Professor Barabara Zabawa owner of wellnesslaw.com and author ofQuick & Easy Wellness Law: "No Fluff" Answers to Wellness Practitioners' Most Common Legal Questions & Law for Fitness Managers and Exercise ProfessionalsWhat's the real difference between certification and licensure? Can a waiver actually protect you from liability? Where exactly is the line between personal training and physical therapy? These are the critical questions facing fitness professionals in what legal expert Barbara Zabawa calls "the Wild West"...
2025-07-0328 minWellness Law PodcastExploring Health Freedom and Safe Harbor Laws with Steven O'ConnorIn this insightful episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa chats with Steven O'Connor, a staff attorney at the National Health Freedom Coalition. Steven explains the mission and work of the Coalition, focusing on health freedom, Safe Harbor laws, the right to refuse medical procedures, and the Expanded Practice Act. Discover how these initiatives aim to empower wellness practitioners and provide alternative health options, and learn about the challenges they face, including opposition from mainstream medical entities. Interested in supporting health freedom in your state? Tune in and find out how you can get involved.00:00...
2025-06-2129 minWellness Law PodcastBridging Wellness and Public Health: An In-Depth Discussion with Suzanne HuntIn this enlightening episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Suzanne Hunt, Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, to explore the relationship between public health and wellness. Suzanne discusses her perspective on the distinction and overlap between these fields, emphasizing the importance of systemic approaches in public health and individual wellness. The conversation delves into the roles of social justice, equity, and environmental factors in promoting wellbeing, and whether the wellness industry is ready to adopt a more holistic view. Tune in for an engaging discussion on how public health principles can complement...
2025-06-1027 minWellness Law PodcastUnderstanding Liability Insurance for Wellness Professionals with Charlie HodsonIn this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, Barbara Zabawa hosts Charlie Hodson, Vice President of Business Development at CPH Insurance. They delve into various types of liability insurance crucial for wellness practitioners, including general liability, professional liability, and cyber liability. Charlie clarifies common misunderstandings, elaborates on the distinction between claims-made and occurrence-based policies, and provides insights on when cyber liability might be necessary. Tune in to enhance your understanding of how to adequately protect your wellness practice.00:00 Introduction to the Wellness Law Podcast00:29 Meet Charlie Hodson from CPH Insurance02:31 Understanding Liability Insurance Types04:45 Virtual...
2025-05-2926 minWellness Law PodcastRegulating Reiki: A Conversation with Reiki Master Pamela MilesIn this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa enjoys a deep conversation with Pamela Miles, an internationally renowned reiki master and pioneer in bringing Reiki practice to conventional medicine. Pamela shares her intriguing journey into Reiki, her daily practice, and how she teaches others to harness self-healing. The discussion turns to the potential regulation of Reiki and similar alternative wellness practices. Pamela discusses her advocacy efforts against regulatory attempts and examines the ramifications of such regulation, asserting that Reiki is a spiritual, rather than medical, practice. They also touch on the diverse backgrounds of people seeking...
2025-05-2219 minWellness Law PodcastAdvocating for the PHIT Act: Bridging Healthcare and Fitness with Dr. Amy BanthamIn this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara Zabawa welcomes Dr. Amy Bantham, CEO and founder of Move to Live More, to discuss her journey and the importance of the PHIT Act. Dr. Bantham, who has a Doctor of Public Health from Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health, shares her experience as a fitness professional and advocate for integrating medical, public health, and fitness communities. The conversation delves into the challenges of bridging these sectors, the critical role of trust, and the specifics of the PHIT Act, which aims to make physical activity expenses eligible under...
2025-05-0828 min
LemonsparkHealing through Coaching: Tonia Bartz's Inspiring Path after CancerIn this episode, we explore Tonia's unexpected cancer diagnosis and how it transformed her life. Discover how she turned her challenges into a mission to help others as a dedicated wellness coach. You can learn more about Tonya's service offerings as an integrative nutrition and holistic wellness coach by visiting her company website ImperfectAF.com.
2025-04-2522 minWellness Law PodcastScience Meets Wellness: A Conversation with Drs. Rich Joseph and Rachele PojednicIn this episode of the Wellness Law Podcast, host Barbara is joined by Dr. Rich Joseph and Rachele Pojednic, experts in both academia and the wellness industry. The discussion centers around their collaborative efforts to bridge the gap between traditional evidence-based medicine and the rapidly growing wellness industry. Dr. Pojednic, a director at Restore Hyper Wellness and a faculty member at Stanford, and Dr. Rich Joseph, a private medical practitioner and Harvard faculty member, share their unique perspectives on the challenges and responsibilities faced by both sectors. They emphasize the importance of scientific research, safe implementation of wellness therapies...
2025-04-1730 minWellness Law PodcastHow IDEAFit Helps Wellness Practitioners Stay Compliant: A Conversation with Amy Boone ThompsonMeet Amy Boone Thompson, owner and CEO of IDEAFit, a longstanding membership organization in the wellness and fitness industry with an audience of over 303,000 individuals. These fitness and wellness professionals may be involved in personal training, yoga, health coaching, and many other wellness services. IDEAFit is a leader in the wellness space, belonging to an international wellness organization called World Active (learn more at world-active.com). In this episode, Amy details how IDEAFit helps its members mitigate legal risk through offering affordable professional liability insurance and establishing a code of ethics. IDEAFit is also a leader in advancing wellness...
2025-04-1025 minWellness Law PodcastBlazing a Trail for Health Coaching Standards: A Conversation with Leigh-Ann Webster from NBHWCLeigh-Ann Webster served as the Executive Director for the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching from 2015 to 2024 where she led the effort to implement standards and a code of ethics for health and wellness coaches. In this episode, hear Leigh-Ann describe how she noticed a need for standards in coaching, why they are important, and what is next for wellness. To learn more about Leigh-Ann, connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighannwebster/. Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2025-04-0123 minWellness Law PodcastThe Future of Wellness is Health Coaching - with Brian SchroederMeet Brian Schroeder, founder of Preventia and Entrepreneur extraordinaire! Brian founded Preventia in 2017 after managing physician practices for many years. A heart condition experienced by his wife after their daughter was born inspired him to dive into the wellness side of care, eventually leading to Preventia. Listen to this latest Wellness Law Podcast to hear Brian's story and his vision for the future of wellness (it involves a lot of health coaching!). If you are a health coach and want to learn more about the coaching platform offered by Brian's company, visit his website at https://www.preventia.care...
2025-03-1721 minLemonsparkHarsh Criticism Leads to Happiness and Fulfillment - Terri DietzHave you ever been caught off guard by criticism for something you did or said? That happened to Terri Dietz, a wellness guru and athlete. Several years ago, Terri told a friend she wanted to be a speaker, and what her friend said in response was jarring. But from that hard lesson, Terri began a journey to find her purpose and to thread together all of her many interests and hats into a purposeful career in wellness. Take a listen to Terri's inspiring story and know that even criticism can be a gift if you are willing to see...
2024-12-2322 minWellness Law PodcastA Coach for Wellness Entrepreneurs - Lesli BitelLesli Bitel, MBA, RDN, LDN, is a leading business strategist and coach renowned for her decade-long dedication to elevating the profiles and profitability of functional nutrition and medicine professionals. Listen as Lesli shares her wisdom about top legal issues she encounters when helping wellness professionals start and scale their businesses, and some tips to encourage you to make the leap into wellness entrepreneurship. You can learn more about Lesli and her services at LesliBitel.com and connect via Instagram at instagram.com/LesliBitel.Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2024-07-2329 minLemonsparkLiving By Design: A conversation with Jen KodadekMeet Jen Kodadek, a transformation and mindset coach who after struggling to find her true purpose now helps others find their life's meaning. To quote Jen, life should be lived "by design, not default." So many of us struggle with finding out who we really are and what we were meant to do during our time on earth. Jen is here to help. Listen to her tell her story of struggle and how she now helps others live intuitively. To learn more, visit www.infinitejoylifestyle.com or visit Jen's LinkedIn page at Jen Kodadek or Instagram at infinite__joy.
2024-05-1317 minLemonsparkJob Loss Leads to Writing a Book of a Lifetime: Craig NelsonMeet Craig Nelson, a friend and colleague who 10 years ago lost his position at an insurance company - a place he had worked for 23 years. Suspecting his job was on the line, Craig started to worry about what to do next until his wife planted a seed to start writing the book he always wanted to write. That is how Seasons on Ice, a historical account of Wisconsin Badger hockey, was born. Hear Craig tell his story of overcoming an unexpected job loss and turning it into a chance of a lifetime to dig into all things Badger hockey...
2024-03-0413 minWellness Law PodcastHelping Corporate Wellness Get at the Root Cause of Disease: Dr. Thomas LewisMeet Dr. Thomas Lewis, author of six books and medical scientist with advanced degrees from MIT and Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Lewis's mission is to examine what really causes disease and believes that is what wellness should be focusing on. As a result, Dr. Lewis started Health Revival Partners to help clients get to the right causes of illness and poor wellbeing. This starts with running the right kind of labs, and for corporate wellness, incentivizing the meaningful labs instead of ones that have no correlation to wellness. In this podcast, Dr. Lewis explains his approach to we...
2024-01-2225 minLemonsparkA Mother's Mission After Daughter's Cancer Battle: Get to the Root CauseMeet Jennifer Bouchard, a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner by trade and current functional medicine nurse practitioner. Functional medicine helps individuals find the root cause of their disease or illness and approaches wellbeing with improving nutrition and removing toxins. Jennifer embraced functional medicine after researching ways to help her daughter Hannah, who died of a very rare, aggressive cancer a few years ago. Her mission is now to help others suffering from cancer find a way to tackle the root cause of their illness and improve their wellbeing. It's as though Hannah jumped inside her and led her to this...
2023-10-2827 minWellness Law PodcastOffering Psychadelic Therapy in the Workplace: A Conversation with Enthea's Founder Sherry RaisSherry Rais founded Enthea after spending years working for the United Nations and World Bank. It was there that she realized ending poverty is impossible without addressing mental illness. After learning about different mental health treatment modalities, it became apparent that at least for some people, existing treatments didn't work well. That's when she became aware of psychadelic treatment, and more particularly Ketamine therapy for those who are resistant to other forms of mental health treatments like anti-depressants and therapy. She is now on a mission to help employers offer Ketamine therapy to employees as a way to address...
2023-09-0533 minWellness Law Podcast"It's About the People" - A Soulful Approach to Workplace Wellness with Amanda Rieger GreenAmanda Rieger Green founded Soul Pathology, LLC to bring a new approach to wellness. Soul Pathology, LLC attempts to get to know the humanity of employees and listen to them to understand their needs. In this interview, Amanda explains Soul Pathology's unique way of improving individual wellbeing and how that approach can positively impact a company's financial forecast. Moreover, engaging with employees can reduce legal risk in workplace wellness programs. You can learn more about Soul Pathology, LLC here. Follow Amanda on social media with the handle @soulpathology, and listen to her podcast, Soul Sessions with Amanda Rieger Green. ...
2023-07-3125 minWellness Law PodcastUsing Precision Medicine or "PGX" for Wellness Programs: A Conversation with Mark Smith, Founder of Avalon Behavioral Health SolutionsMark Smith founded Avalon Behavioral Health Solutions several years ago to help people and companies avoid trial and error when it comes to finding the right pharmaceutical. Avalon uses "pharmacogenomics" or PGX, which is a genetic test that can help identify which drugs will be most effective for an individual based on their genetic predispositions. By understanding an individual's genetic make up, prescribers can prescribe the drugs that will actually work for an individual and avoid prescribing the ones that won't. This saves time and money for patients and purchasers of health care. Why wouldn't a workplace wellness program...
2023-06-0229 minWellness Law PodcastPhysician Burnout: How Dr. Lara Salyer is Helping Health Professionals Cope and Move OnMeet Dr. Lara Salyer, a family physician turned burnout coach and inspirational leader. In this episode, Dr. Salyer shares her personal story of burnout and tips and tricks to help health professionals overcome feelings of hopelessness. The causes of burnout, such as regulatory and productivity demands are discussed, along with suggestions on how to forge a new path to feel reinvigorated about providing health and wellness services. You can learn more about Dr. Salyer at www.drlarasalyer.com. To take the ten question burnout quiz she mentions in the podcast, go to www.drlarasalyer.com/catalyst and look for...
2023-05-0936 min
The Project Pitch It PodcastPursesuitz Pocketwear: Barbara ZabawaFOUNDER: Barbara Zabawa
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2023-05-0141 minLemonsparkPaying it Forward with Type 1 Diabetes: George HuntleyMeet George Huntley, a multi-talented professional who has lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 40 years. In this podcast, George explains the differences between Type 1 and 2 diabetes, the epidemic diabetes has become in the United States, and how challenging it is for people to manage either type of diabetes. He also shares the joy he feels in helping others with the disease through the many organizations he has both founded and now leads. Here are the links to the numerous organizations in which he is involved and that you can visit to learn more:https://diabetesleadership.org/
2023-02-1922 minWellness Law PodcastHealth and Taxes: An Essential Conversation about Legal Entities and Taxes with CPA Michelle BurkeMeet Michelle Burke, an accountant who specializes in serving the health and wellness industries. I was so excited to learn about Michelle that I had to interview her for the Wellness Law podcast. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the pros and cons of LLC and S-Corp status, where to incorporate your business, and how S-Corp status even works. She answers a lot of tax-related questions that many wellness law clients have. You can learn more about Michelle's accounting firm by visiting www.healthandtaxes.net or email her at mburke@healthandtaxes.net. Learn more about Wellness Law a...
2023-02-1328 minLemonsparkStaying Calm in the Storm: Lisa Elsinger Discusses the Importance of Mindfulness in the Midst of TraumaMeet Lisa Elsinger, PhD, Associate Director of Workplace Wellness at Broward College in Florida and expert in mindfulness and wellness. After a recent car accident, Lisa realized the value of staying calm in the face of traumatic events. In this episode, Lisa shares her near-death experience and how the skill of mindfulness helped her survive. She offers some tips for others who may be facing challenging times right now. Here are some links to the resources Lisa discusses in the podcast:Meta Cognition: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41539-021-00089-5Center for Mind-Body Medicine: h...
2023-01-1524 minLemonsparkNo More Pretending: A Discussion with Niki Bergler About Overcoming Childhood Abuse and NeglectMeet Niki Bergler, a Wisconsin resident who overcame childhood abuse and neglect from her parents. She lived on the street and eventually found her way to love and success. Hear Niki's incredible story on this podcast and buy her book, She's Done Pretending, at https://nikibergler.com/, where you can also buy her really cool t-shirts and learn more about this fascinating person.
2022-11-2135 minWellness Law PodcastFitness Law is Part of Wellness Law: Lessons from JoAnn Eickhoff-ShemekJoAnn Eickhoff-Shemek is founder of the Fitness Law Academy, Professor Emeritus of South Florida University, and author of several books, including most recently Law for Fitness Managers and Exercise Professionals. In this episode, JoAnn talks about the legal risks that fitness professionals and facilities face, standards that govern the fitness industry, and resources to help those who provide fitness services stay compliant and deliver higher quality service. Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2022-11-1530 minWellness Law PodcastLiability Insurance Considerations for Wellness Professionals: A Discussion with Miriam Ball of Alternative BalanceMiriam Ball is Chief Insurance Officer for Alternative Balance insurance, which specializes in offering professional liability and other types of insurance needed by wellness professionals. Whether you are a health coach, massage therapist, acupuncturist or other type of health or wellness professional, liability insurance can protect you in the event something goes wrong or someone tries to sue you. In this fascinating conversation, Miriam and Barbara talk about levels and types of insurance coverage wellness professionals need, ways to reduce legal risk, and how to evaluate a good insurance product. Miriam also share some stories about how some policyholders...
2022-11-0734 minWellness Law PodcastWorking Toward Standardizing and Improving Access to the Health Coaching Industry: An Engaging Discussion with NBHWC Executive Director Leigh-Ann WebsterLeigh-Ann Webster currently serves as Executive Director for the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). NBHWC is leading the effort to create industry standards for health and wellness coaches as well as the effort to help health and wellness coaching gain recognition and greater access through obtaining CPT codes that can be used for insurance billing. Learn about how these efforts are slowly but surely marching the health coaching profession to more client access, more professional respect, and greater client safety. To learn more about Leigh-Ann and NBHWC certification, visit the website at https://nbhwc.org/staff/.
2022-10-1734 minWellness Law PodcastExploring the Value of Health Coaching and Board Certification with Brad CooperMeet Brad Cooper, founder of the Catalyst Coaching Institute, a health coaching training and education organization, and US Corporate Wellness, a coaching services company to help companies improve their employees' health outcomes through coaching. Brad was one of the early entrants into the wellness industry and brings his personal experience and education to wellness through offering high quality health coaching services and education. In this episode, Brad and Barbara discuss the importance of board certification in the coaching field, and whether all the wellness stakeholders are in agreement about that importance. If you are a health and wellness coach...
2022-10-1027 minWellness Law PodcastA Valuable Resource for Health and Wellness Coaches: Your Coach Health with Founder Marina BorukhovichMarina Borukhovich founded Your Coach Health several years ago after becoming a health coach herself. In this podcast, Marina discusses the need for an all in one coaching platform and the legal issues she sees arise with health and wellness coaches. If you would like to learn more about Your Coach Health, visit their website at https://yourcoach.health/. Also, follow Your Coach Health on all the major social media channels!Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2022-10-0325 minWellness Law PodcastAn Inspiring Wellness Coaching Story: Sarah MillerA lot of our clients at the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC are health and wellness coaches. We admire the work they do, but we especially admire those who come to a coaching career because of their own healing journey. Sarah Miller is such a health coach. Her story of why she started Wellshine Coaching, LLC is as much heartbreaking as it is inspirational. People like Sarah is why our law firm exists - to help them succeed so that they can share their talents and insights with as many other people as possible. Thank you Sarah...
2022-09-1922 minLemonsparkA Second Chance at Life: Overcoming the Loss of a Child and Family - the Inspirational Story of Sarah MillerLosing a child is probably on the top of any parent's list of worst nightmares. Sarah Miller lived that nightmare and suffered even more after losing her 4 year-old daughter. Hear how Sarah received a second chance at life and what she is doing now to help others overcome their trauma. You can learn more about Sarah by visiting www.wellshinecoaching.com, or texting "transforming adversity" to 786-810-4918. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please dial 988 for help.
2022-09-1922 minWellness Law PodcastWhich Legal Entity for my Health Coaching Business? A Discussion with Attorney Adam TutajAttorney Adam Tutaj is a shareholder at Meissner, Tierney, Fisher & Nichols in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Adam specializes in business, tax and health law. Adam shares his knowledge with the Wellness Law Podcast to help startup health and wellness businesses understand the different legal entity options that exist and some of the tax implications of those options. If you would like to learn more about Adam and his law practice, visit his biography page here. Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2022-09-1328 minWellness Law PodcastWellness Compliance with Suzanne Hunt of the National Wellness InstituteSuzanne Hunt is the Director of Professional Development at the National Wellness Institute (NWI). In this episode, Suzanne and Barbara talk about the importance of wellness compliance within the wellness industry and how wellness professionals can learn more about wellness compliance. Suzanne talks about the Wellness Compliance Institute (WCI) and the Mastering Workplace Wellness Laws course offered through WCI, now part of NWI. Suzanne also discusses her experience with the lack of wellness compliance emphasis in workplace wellness programming and how NWI is seeking to change that. If you would like to learn more about WCI, click here. If...
2022-09-0530 minWellness Law PodcastMichael Stack: Advocate for Fitness Industry Standards and What Wellness Can Learn From His EffortsMichael Stack is founder and CEO of Frontline Fitness Pros and Clinical Professor at the University of Michigan's School of Kinesiology. He also is creator and host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast. In this episode, Michael talks to us about his efforts in creating standards for the fitness industry, short of state regulation. We discuss why standards are important and needed throughout the wellness industry. Take a listen to this very engaging and important topic. To learn more about Michael and his work, visit here.Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2022-08-2829 min
The Wellness ParadoxUnderstanding Fitness & Wellness Law w/ Barbara ZabawaAs the fitness and wellness professions make the transition towards the healthcare delivery system understand the existing legal ecosystem that governs our scope of practice is becoming exceeding important. Although a discussion of law might now appear like the most riveting conversation, it is a critical important area to understand. We unpack the relevant aspects of fitness and wellness law in episode 68 of the Wellness Paradox Podcast with attorney Barbara Zabawa.Barbara is the founder and President of the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC, a law firm dedicated to improving legal access and compliance for...
2022-08-2443 minWellness Law PodcastThe Intersection Between Financial and Legal Wellness: A Conversation with Brent HinesMeet Brent Hines, the Executive Director and co-founder of the Foundation for Financial Wellness. In this episode, Brent walks us through why he helped create the Foundation, what it does, and how it can benefit those who work in the wellness industry. Learn why it is important to have your financial affairs (including an estate plan) is imperative before delivering other wellness services. You can find out more about the Foundation for Financial Wellness here.Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2022-08-2230 minWellness Law PodcastThe Difference (and need for) Wellness Law vs. Lawyer Wellbeing: With Susan Goodkind WidemanSusan Goodkind Wideman is a retired attorney who now coaches lawyers on legal wellbeing. In this episode, Susan and Barbara explore the toxic tendencies of the legal profession and legal professionals, and how coaching can help bring balance and wellbeing to that space. They also dissect the meaning of wellness law and why both types of wellness law are needed in the marketplace. If you would like to learn more about Susan, please visit her website or her LinkedIn profile page. As always, if you are a wellness professional or company in need of wellness legal guidance, contact our...
2022-08-1523 minWellness Law PodcastTaking on State Nutrition Laws: Jonathan PoseyMany health and wellness providers would like to provide nutrition counseling, but a number of states prohibit the practice unless you are a licensed dietitian. Meet Jonathan Posey, Founder and Executive Director of the Holistic Health Council and the Foundation of Holistic Health Education. Jonathan works tirelessly to fight state laws that prohibit unlicensed persons from giving nutritional advice, which is a huge contribution to the holistic health and health coaching community. In this podcast, Jonathan talks with Barbara to discuss why he founded his nonprofit organization and some interesting cases and stories about state laws that prevent access...
2022-08-0833 minWellness Law PodcastComparing Wellness to Health Care: Debbie BellengerDebbie Bellenger is the CEO and Founder of the Wellness Academy and leads the Master Class for Fit Pros. Debbie has been involved with wellness for a long time, including significant experience working within healthcare organizations delivering wellness services to patients. In this episode, we discuss the lessons learned from wellness within healthcare and what we can apply, and shouldn't apply, to wellness services. If you would like to learn more about Debbie and her course offerings, visit her website and her LinkedIn profile.Learn more about Wellness Law at www.wellnesslaw.com.
2022-08-0132 minWellness Law PodcastFighting for Freedom: Diane Miller and the National Health Freedom CoalitionAre you a health coach or alternative health care provider who is not licensed by a state regulatory board? Do you ever worry about getting punished by state governments for talking about exercise, nutrition, or ways to improve your health? Then you don't want to miss my conversation with Diane Miller, JD, founder and Program Director for the National Health Freedom Coalition. Learn about the important work this nonprofit organization is doing to help the wellness community, and click here to learn more about how you can get involved:https://nationalhealthfreedom.org/https://nationalhealthfreedomaction.org/...
2022-07-2334 minLemonsparkChildhood Discipline and COVID19 Pandemic Lead to Manifestation Coaching BusinessMeet Rita Roushdy, a manifestation coach who tries to help people realize their dreams in 90 days or less. Learn how her experience with harsh discipline as a child and the COVID19 pandemic led her to do the difficult inner work to find the root cause of her feeling unworthy, transforming her to a happy and helpful manifestation coach. You can learn more about Rita on Instagram at @abundance_on_demand and from her website at https://www.abundanceondemand.co.uk/.
2022-06-2519 min
Córy LekturyAnakreon - poezja biesiadna (wino + miłość)Anakreont tworzył na przełomie VI i V w. p. n. e. poezję biesiadną, w której opiewał spotkania z Erosem, będące grą, zabawą z piłką, igraszką ale też bojem na pięści. Uroki życia sławił podczas biesiady, gdzie piło się wino, ale piło z umiarem.
W odcinku opowiadamy o specyfice poezji Anakreonta oraz nurcie anakreontycznym, który wziął nazwę od jego imienia. Wśród jego naśladowców był również Jan Kochanowski.
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2022-06-1343 minLemonsparkLoss of a Parent Leads to Publishing Career - Kira HenschelMeet Kira Henschel, owner of Henschel Haus Book Publishing. Kira started her journey that led to her owning a publishing house after her father died many decades ago. Listen to Kira's story that took her to Austria, where she lived for 13 years, back to the United States, and toward her destiny of giving voice to those who might otherwise be unheard by publishing their books. You can learn more about Henschel Haus Publishing by visiting https://henschelhausbooks.com/.
2022-05-3021 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Health and Wellness Law: Attorney Barbara ZabawaThe world of health & wellness can often feel like the wild west. But the reality is very different and understanding how the law affects employers, consultants and coaches is of utmost importance. Welcome to the Health, Wellness & Performance Podcast. Today’s guest is the Wellness Attorney, Barbara Zabawa. She is THE go-to person when it comes to applying the laws surrounding health & wellness. Looking for weekly tips, tricks and turbo boosts to enhance your life? Sign up for the CATALYST 5 here, a brief weekly bullet point list of 5 ideas, concepts or boosts Dr. Cooper has disc...
2022-02-1431 minLemonsparkDivorce and Kids: How Having Them Saved Bridgette StewartMeet Bridgette Stewart, a Senior Lecturer and Director of Integrative Wellness at the University of West Georgia. Bridgette recently went through a divorce and found herself struggling to make sense of it. But what got her through that difficult time were here kids and making time for self-reflection. Bridgette shares her heartfelt story in this podcast episode. You can learn more about Bridgette by following her on Facebook at Bridgette Stewart, Twitter at stewie4032 and email at bstewart@westga.edu.
2021-10-1019 minLemonsparkFrom Childhood Abuse to World Traveler and Author: Joric McLeanMeet Joric McLean - the ONLY Joric McLean in the world. Born in the United States, he now is an expatriate living in Portugal. But he wouldn't have been so worldly if it hadn't been for a painful childhood full of severe physical and mental abuse by his stepmother. Come hear how Joric managed to live through the many lonely days and nights locked in a cold, dark basement and how that has led him to be the incredible person he is today. You can learn more about Joric by reading his books Magnet of Madness (Volumes I and...
2021-09-2619 minLemonsparkFrom Bedridden to Hiking: Stephanie Corder the Warrior MompreneurStephanie Corder was a busy mom living life to its fullest when chronic illness stopped her in her tracks. For seven years, Stephanie struggled to get out of bed and find peace with the pain. Western medicine failed her. But then, by some miracle and her own research, Stephanie found a cure and was able to become active once again. Listen to her inspiring story and learn more about her faith and new way of living as a Facebook Marketer at www.stephaniecorder.biz and follow her on social media under @warriormompreneur.
2021-09-2025 minLemonsparkBeating Cancer Paved Way for Career in Financial HealingMeet Dr. Wendy Labat: an author, speaker, entrepreneur and cancer survivor. Dr. Labat had been helping others achieve financial stability when she decided to practice what she preached and purchased insurance protection for severe illness. Little did she know that not long after that purchase, she received a cancer diagnosis. Listen to Dr. Labat explain how that traumatic experience gave her a new appreciation for financial planning, which she now devotes her life to helping others reach financial security. You can learn more about Dr. Labat's business at https://thefinancialcures.com/. You can also follow her on Facebook and...
2021-09-0517 min
5 Minute Success - The PodcastBarbara Zabawa’s Heroine’s Journey: From - Risk Averse, To - Embracing My Tug: A Call to Adventure - 5 Minute Success - The PodcastBarbara is the founder and President of the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC, a law firm dedicated to improving legal access and compliance for the health and wellness industries. She is also the founder of Pursesuitz, LLC, a mission-based fashion company featuring the Pocketwear Tank and that promotes gender equality. Learn more at www.pursesuitz.com. Finally, she is founder of Lemonspark, a movement and podcast celebrating the sparks that lead people to meaningful pursuits after experiencing life’s lemons. See www.lemonspark.com. Barbara is lead author of the book Rule the Rules on Work...
2021-08-0624 minLemonsparkHearing Loss and Job Loss can't Stop Michelle Faust from Achieving Success!Meet Michelle Faust, founder of Lemonade Legend and storytelling strategist. Michelle has experienced hearing difficulties since childhood, but she was still able to become a top selling professional in the pharmaceutical industry, until they fired her (probably as a result of age discrimination). But that didn't stop Michelle from finding her purpose. In fact, those lemons led her to her purpose, which is not helping others tell their lemons to lemonade stories through books, podcasts and TV. Listen to Michelle's inspiring story and visit her website at https://lemonadelegend.com/.
2021-07-2534 minLemonsparkDivorce and Abuse Leads to Fulfilling Life: Kristine BinderKristine Binder, teacher, author, runner and mother of five children, can look back now at the time she was going through a divorce because of financial and emotional abuse from her then spouse, and say "100%" that life is now better. Listen to her inspiring story about courage and how she aims to empower women who are experiencing similar challenges through her coaching practice. Learn more about Kristine and the book The Lemonade Stand: From Sour to Sweet, at www.tutulady.org.
2021-07-1121 minLemonsparkFeeling Alone Battling Cancer as a Young Mom: Natasha HillNatasha Hill is a police officer in Devon and Cornwall, United Kingdom. When she was 29 years old, she was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkins Lymphoma. She had two children under age two. Never in her life did she expect this kind of lemon, or her ability to handle all that came with it. Take a listen to her story and feel inspired that even when faced with the prospect of death, so much good can occur (though it doesn't feel that way at the time). Follow Natasha Hill on LinkedIn (Natasha Hill); Instagram (Natashaeo) and/or Facebook (NatashaAnn).
2021-07-0527 minLemonsparkChildhood Financial Struggle Carves Path to Academic and Literary Success: Kathleen McDonough MundoKathleen McDonough Mundo experienced first had financial challenges as a child. Her father left her family when she was still in grade school, after he had moved the family of eight from Illinois to Wisconsin. Kathleen found distraction and purpose through her local library, which fostered a love for reading and learning. Education became paramount for Kathleen so that she could have more security as a working adult. She went to law school, and has written a memoir of her experience in Badger State: A Wisconsin Memoir. For all the Gen Xer's out there, this book will resonate with...
2021-06-1916 min
Health Is On The WayEmployer Considerations on Workforce VaccinationIn our first episode hosts Brad Lawson and Susan Morgan Bailey speak to health and benefits legal expert Barbara Zabawa about the legal and regulatory considerations of workforce vaccination. Topics covered include: * Should or can vaccination be mandatory? * What exemptions can employees use if they are not vaccinated? * Employee privacy and other regulatory considerations. * The use of incentives, third parties and integrating vaccination into an employee wellbeing program. Barbara Zabawa is the founder of the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School.
2021-06-1425 min
Health Is On The WayEmployer Considerations on Workforce VaccinationIn our first episode hosts Brad Lawson and Susan Morgan Bailey speak to health and benefits legal expert Barbara Zabawa about the legal and regulatory considerations of workforce vaccination. Topics covered include: * Should or can vaccination be mandatory? * What exemptions can employees use if they are not vaccinated? * Employee privacy and other regulatory considerations. * The use of incentives, third parties and integrating vaccination into an employee wellbeing program. Barbara Zabawa is the founder of the Center for Health and Wellness Law, LLC and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School.
2021-06-1425 minLemonsparkDivorce Leads to Career Change: Michaela ConleyMeet Michaela Conley, an energetic and inspirational human being who like many of us, has faced many lemons. In this episode, Michaela shares a story of when her two-year old daughter underwent eye surgery, Michaela learned that her husband had been cheating on her. Though crushed, Michaela emerged from the lemon knowing she did not want to be with someone who didn't want to be with her. Michaela is also legally blind, but she never let that stop her from taking on the world and making a difference in people's lives. Because of these experiences, Michaela has been instrumental i...
2021-06-0723 minLemonsparkBouncing Back After an Economic Crash: Karen BriscoeMega Real Estate Agent Karen Briscoe was thriving as a commercial real estate agent until the U.S. economy tanked in 2008. In addition to the market decimating the real estate market, Karen also lost her business partner to an illness. Karen had to pick up the pieces, but from this difficult experience, Karen was able to pivot to residential real estate sales. She also was able to find a new business partner, which led her to write books and start coaching other realtors as well. In this episode, Karen shares some very wise words and insights about finding time...
2021-05-2329 minLemonsparkFostering Kittens after ArrestMarisa Perhaes is a retired New York City Police Sargent and mom of five, including triplet boys! She is also an author of the book When I was Blue, available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/When-I-Was-Blue-memior/dp/1546373829. Marisa shares her disturbing tale of a fateful night in 2015 when her 15 year old son was beaten and arrested, which also led to her arrest. As she sat in the back of the police car with her son screaming in the background for help, Marisa employed her ways to cope with difficult moments. She shares those coping mechanisms a...
2021-05-1620 minLemonsparkUnmuted: Rachel Druckenmiller Delivers Inspiration and Joy to Promote ResilienceRachel Druckenmiller aimed to start her own speaking and consulting business after years of working in wellness. Barely a year into her new venture, COVID19 hit and then she was hit by a truck. An agonizing back injury gave her perspective like she never had before. Now, her business of helping others become resilient resonates with many people. In this podcast, Rachel shares her own story of resilience and a few things she learned from her accident. Learn more about Rachel at https://unmutedlife.com/.
2021-05-0224 minLemonsparkDear Husband: Letters to an AddictIn this episode, we speak to author Nancy Peterson, who wrote the book Dear Husband: Letters to an Addict after her husband of many years died from conditions caused by addiction to alcohol and drugs. Nancy shares the complexities of living with and loving an addict, what she did to help her heal and where her path has led her now, which is to start a business capturing the life stories of others. You can learn more about Nancy and Nancy's business, Talk Story Tradition, at https://www.talkstorytradition.com/about-the-author.html.
2021-04-2523 minLemonsparkNancer the Dancer: A tribute to a beloved sisterJudith Adrian's sister Nancy suffered from Dermatopolymyositis, a debilitating condition that hit her when she was in her forties. Despite this terrible diagnosis, Nancy not only learned how to live with the disease, but she adopted insipiring coping mechanisms that others who are suffering life's lemons can also use. Judith talks about her book, the disease and her sister's incredible personality to help those who are looking for hope and happiness even if they are surrounded by tragedy.You can learn more about Judith and her books, including Nancer the Dancer, at https://judithadrian.com/.
2021-04-1920 minLemonsparkBipolar Condition Launches Author CareerMeet Bill Zaferos, author of Poison Pen, a funny adventure about a person who writes poison pen letters for hire. Bill wrote Poison Pen while on an upswing with his bipolar disorder. In this episode, we discuss how many great works of art and impactful people have derived from bipolar disorder. Bill has learned to embrace his "lemon" of bipolar disorder and now works to reduce its stigma. If you are interested in purchasing Bill's book Poison Pen or learning more about Bill Zaferos, visit here: https://henschelhausbooks.com/?s=poison+pen.
2021-04-1123 minLemonsparkCancer Sparks Nancy's List: Nancy NovackListen to Nancy Novack, founder of Nancy's List, tell her story of battling Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer and what she learned about herself, and the community of cancer patients, in the process. After listening to so many patients express fear about financial loss from cancer, Nancy set out to create a nonprofit that locates resources to help cancer patients and their families get through difficult times. Nancy also helped author a book "I am with You: Love Letters to Cancer Patients," which has helped numerous cancer patients feel hope and peace during their treatments. Learn more about Nancy a...
2021-04-0427 min![[un]common medicine](https://storage.buzzsprout.com/2udcw7lkjgmxi7eyebwxq2i3v9jg?.jpg)
[un]common medicine28. The Law of Wellness w/ atty Barbara ZabawaMany practitioners (myself included) spend decades learning and mastering their craft of human physical, metabolic, and emotional science. I know that running a healthcare business often times is far more complicated than the physical patient care, and as doctors, we generally do not have the training, awareness, or advocacy for keeping our private practice running smoothly - and not because we don't want to, but often times out of sheer lack of time to learn how.Today's episode has a different expert who has dedicated her life to educating and legally protecting the doctors out there doing t...
2021-04-0137 minLemonsparkOvercoming Childhood Trauma and Mental Breakdowns: Miguel OlaveOvercoming Childhood Trauma and Mental Breakdowns by Embracing Vulnerability, Neuroplasticity, Control and Perspective: Miguel OlaveMiguel Olave is a successful sales person, but deep down he had unaddressed trauma that at one point led to a suicide attempt and then a mental breakdown. As a Latino man, he was taught that acknowledging mental illness was a sign of weakness, but because of support systems at work, like his employer's EAP, he sought help that eventually led him to open up about mental health to others online. Exposing his vulnerability drew others to him and now, he seeks...
2021-03-2831 minLemonsparkHandling Surprise with Grace: Nita AmbedkarRaising a Child with Down's Syndrome and Finding Purpose through Entrepreneurship. In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Day, take a listen to Nita's story. Nita Ambedkar was loving her corporate job as an IT professional, but when she learned her second child had Down's Syndrome, she needed to find more balance. This change in her life's plan opened new opportunities, such as starting her own IT business, becoming a certified teacher of Yoga and Zumba, and learning from other parents who have thrived with their kids who have all types of abilities. Nita shares her inspiring story of determination a...
2021-03-2122 minLemonsparkReligion and Financial Struggle Carved a Satisfying Professional Career for Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-FifeDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife grew up Mormon in Vermont. One of eight children, Jennifer wrestled with the role of women in her religion, and with not having a feeling of "abundance" when it came to material wealth. These challenges pushed her toward a career in coaching and psychology, with an emphasis on relationships and sexuality for couples dedicated to a religious community like the Latter Day Saints (LDS). Through her many years of helping clients work through conflict involving sexuality, individual desires and religious expectations, Dr. Finlayson-Fife shares numerous nuggets of wisdom that can help anyone struggling to understand their...
2021-03-1425 minLemonsparkLoving Life After Husband Leaves: Heather Prince Now Helps Other Women Cope with LossHeather Prince from Essex, United Kingdom, shares her story of divorce and trying to discover the meaning of failed relationships. Heather now shares her knowledge with the podcast and with her coaching clients who hire her to navigate choppy relationship waters. If you are interested in joining Heather's Fearlessly Moving Forwards group, learn more at https://www.therootmaster.com/fearlessly-moving-forwards and be sure to follow Heather Prince on social media.
2021-03-0718 minLemonsparkMarriage and Job Lemons Lead to Fulfilling Career as Author, Speaker and Men's Performance Coach: An Open and Heartfelt Talk with Angus NelsonAngus Nelson has transformed his personal and professional life into one filled with purpose, abundance and love. The lemons that led him to this enviable place include divorce, risky behaviors, financial loss (to where he had to sell his 3000 sq. ft. house and move to a 2-bedroom apartment) and job loss. These lemons taught Angus many important lessons, but perhaps most important of all, that all he needed to thrive in live was already inside of him. He just needed to get out of his own way. Once he discovered that, he was able to write books, speak for...
2021-02-2833 minLemonsparkSurviving Multiple Lemons in Short Time Span: Learning From Bobbi Linkemer's Sage AdviceCOVID19 was just another challenge Bobbi Linkemer faced in 2020. She also lost her business, her ability to drive and moved several times, all very stressful events in life. But, the 80+ year old survivor felt "Zen" even through those tough times by leaning on her passion, which is writing. Despite all the chaos, Bobbi wrote her latest book, How to Age with Grace, Living Your Best Life in Your 70s, 80s, and Beyond, in 2020. With over 50 years of writing and editing experience, and going through a divorce when divorce was not very common, Bobbi has learned a thing or two...
2021-02-2124 minLemonsparkDiscriminatory and Abusive Bosses and Life Partners Carve a Path to Becoming a Chocolatier: Syovata Edari's Powerful Story of Resilience and TalentHappy Valentine's Day! What a great way to celebrate the day with a story from Syovata Edari, who shares her powerful story of overcoming discriminatory and abusive work and personal relationships by finding a love for making chocolate and supporting small business, particularly businesses owned by those who face disadvantages. Syovata, or Vata, went to law school, succeeded as a federal public defender and fought job discrimination from an abusive boss while working in Kansas. She also endured an abusive relationship with a man who made her feel like she couldn't live without him, until she discovered she not o...
2021-02-1430 minLemonsparkFinding Purpose through Fostering Children: Rene Howitt and Cope24Rene Howitt did not set out to be a child advocate, but when life threw two children in need of stability in her lap, Rene discovered her purpose. She immersed herself into the child welfare system, writing a book and joining discussions about the topic. She then founded Cope24, a nonprofit that educates teens through real life videos about the importance and skills of good parenting. Join us as we discover how our purpose does not need to stem from formal education or training, but from mere desire to make things better.More on Cope24: https://cope24.c...
2021-02-0727 minLemonsparkSharing Words of Optimism Despite Childhood Disadvantages: Isaac JohnsonIsaac Johnson of Forward Moving Education, LLC is a true inspiration. Growing up in rural South Carolina, the now educator and entrepreneur shares inspiring messages daily through his social media networks. Listen how Isaac overcame a premature birth, losing his twin sister, embracing special education to become an empathetic and impactful special educator and founder of an emerging artificial intelligence company.
2021-01-3119 minLemonsparkBeating Addiction: How Isabelle Wettergren Turned Her Addiction into Helping OthersIsabelle Wettergren is a professional coach who specializes in helping workers overcome addiction in their places of employment. Isabelle learned first hand about the disease of addiction and how it influences the way one thinks by battling her own addiction to alcohol and marijuana. Listen to Isabelle tell her story of recovery and hope and how looking back, she is able to use her personal experience to relate to others struggling with addiction.
2021-01-2419 minLemonsparkKristi Sachs: Learning & Teaching Mindfulness Gives Life New Breath after Tragically Losing a Dear FriendKristi Sachs, owner of Workflow Mindfulness, discusses how unexpectedly losing her best friend to an illness led her down a path of reconciliation with her past and taught her how to live in the present, in peace. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation about how lemons have a way of stopping you in your tracks and forcing you to figure out your "why."
2021-01-1729 minLemonsparkThe Walking Wounded: Karen Skarra Survives a Tragic Car Accident and Starts a MovementKaren Skarra was 18 when she suffered severe physical injuries from a car accident that left her hospitalized for two months and erased at least two weeks of her memory. Hear Karen tell her story of how her accident revealed a universe of people who feel like no one knows or understands their wounds because they are not visible, but just as real as any visible wound. If you would like to purchase the book she mentions in the podcast, you can do so here:https://mykellyf.wixsite.com/blutalksbook
2021-01-1117 minLemonsparkJillian Schleger: From Multiple Traumas to Finding Clarity and a Way ForwardMeet Jillian Schleger, an author and coach about how to tune into and listen to your body so that your mind can find a way forward through traumatic experience. Jillian has helped numerous people overcome negative thinking and life's dramatic events to find peace and a path toward happiness. But you have to want happiness, which, as hard as it is to believe, some people don't want peace and happiness. In this podcast, Jillian and Barbara discuss how it is possible to overcome traumatic events and neutralize them, and how some people identify themselves with the trauma that a pat...
2021-01-0319 minLemonsparkLacey Paige: A Teen Survivor of an Abusive Relationship who Turned Her Art into Female EmpowermentIn this emotionally-charged and inspiring podcast, hear from Lacey Paige, a young woman with incredible courage and talent. Lacey tells us about her abusive boyfriend and the horrific events that happened as she tried exiting the relationship. Lacey explains how that traumatic experience put laser focus on her art and her mission to express female strength through her art so that others can feel emboldened to be unafraid and unashamed to express and free themselves from life's chains. If you are interested in seeing, purchasing and/or commissioning any of Lacey's artwork, please visit her Instagram account at
2020-12-2013 minLemonsparkHow An Oppressive Relationship Sparked a Career in Helping Those Facing Trauma: Dr. Pamela ReillyHear how Dr. Pamela Reilly handled an oppressive relationship with her late husband and how that experience brought her to helping others who face traumatic or difficult experiences. Dr. Reilly provides uplifting and encouraging words to those who are looking for peace and a path forward.
2020-12-1322 minLemonsparkRob Kanzer: Becoming a Successful Business/Life Coach after Early TragedyMeet Rob Kanzer, a native of Massachusetts and expert in nonviolent communication training to corporate leaders, small businesses, individuals and couples. Rob found his path after overcoming his mother's death in his early teens, and becoming a father unexpectedly at a young age and before he had any means of financial support. Learn how Rob tuned into his strength and turned around his perception of himself, which made all the difference in overcoming life's lemons.
2020-12-0624 minLemonsparkRachael Rickman Aims to Help the Homeless after Her Father's Homelessness and AddictionIn this episode, learn about Rachael Rickman, a truly generous person who is determined to help as many people as she can. Hear about her overcoming her own personal challenges, but also finding ways to help those most in need: the homeless.
2020-11-2821 minLemonsparkCOVID19 Causes Colleen Sgroi's Art Business to Close, but Opens Door to Successful Online Art BusinessMeet Colleen Sgroi, an artist from Massachusetts who for 18 years had a booming art studio. When COVID19 hit, however, she was forced to shut her doors. But, the pandemic offered her an opportunity to explore a new way to deliver her artistic talents - and to more people. If you have faced financial loss during COVID19 or because of any other unexpected event, this podcast is for you!
2020-11-2219 minLemonsparkThe Story Behind Lemonspark: Divorce and InfertilityJoin Lemonspark Founder Barbara Zabawa for a very brief introduction to why she created Lemonspark. If you have a Lemonspark story to share, please reach out to Barbara at barbz@lemonspark.com.
2020-11-1603 minLemonsparkAdam Paige: Reconnecting to Art after Losing Wife to Breast CancerAdam shares his story of how he found drawing to help him cope after suddenly losing his wife to breast cancer, as well as his father at a very young age, and how he hopes to create an art incubator in Omaha, Nebraska for budding artists of all types.
2020-11-0823 minLemonsparkFinancial Loss Helps Dr. Grace Hameister Find Her Purpose and Overcome Her Fear of MoneyJoin Dr. Grace Hameister as she talks about her journey through losing her juice bar and facing financial debt and how that experience gave her the skills and courage to find her true purpose as a healer.
2020-11-0132 minLemonsparkEarly Childhood Trauma and the Need for Employers to See Employees through a Trauma Informed LensJoin us for a fascinating conversation with Karen Johnson, a licensed social worker, who discusses her work with trauma informed education to sensitize others about the impact trauma has on one's wellbeing, as well as how her personal experience involving her son motivated her to do more with trauma informed care.
2020-10-2527 minLemonsparkBrainspotting Trauma and the Need for Lemonspark Stories: An Interview with Therapist Debbie MillmanDebbie Millman of Madison Trauma Center explains how her clinic cares for people suffering from trauma and discusses the importance of hearing Lemonspark stories as part of the healing process.
2020-10-1927 minLemonsparkA Widow at Age 30 and a Survivor of Unhealthy Relationships Puts Megan Tull on the Path to a Fulfilling CareerMegan Tull, Founder of the Passion Belief Method and entrepreneur extraordinaire, shares her journey to finding her true purpose after experiencing several lemons in her life. Through her engaging storytelling, Megan inspires others to stop functioning on autopilot and ask themselves what they want in life. Megan also provides a free gift to listeners at the end of this podcast, so listen all the way to the end!
2020-10-0626 min
LemonsparkLemonspark - Jaimie Sherling Beats Breast Cancer by Starting a New Clothing LineLearn how one young woman turned her breast cancer lemon into a much needed business for women who choose not to get breast reconstruction surgery after a double mastectomy.
2020-09-2930 minLemonsparkHealing from an Empty Nest through Becoming an AuthorSharla Fritz, speaker, musician and author of eight books shares her struggles with children leaving the nest (who also move to China!) by finding joy through writing.
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