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Rethinking Aging Club Podcast Marketing Tips for Startup FoundersValuable marketing tips for anyone seeking to sell products and services supporting 50 plus and older adults. Learn about analytic marketing tools, intent data and fractional CMO possibilities. Effective languaging for speaking about older adults. User Experience tips. AI use in marketing discussion.Recorded on April 4, 2024, this episode is part of our Marketing series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.Bonni Kaplan DeWoskin, Emerging Healthcare Technology Marketing Expert, CMOScout Elisabeth Pendergrass, Marketing Manager, AgeTech Collaborative from AARPDebbie Howard on User Experience. Chairman, The Carter Group (Japan Market Resource Network)

2024-10-2053 min

Rethinking Aging Club Podcast Marketing Tips for Founders with Bonni Kaplan DeWoskin, Subhashree Sukhu, Lynn Creasy and Debbie HowardThis show focused on marketing strategies for aging populations, emphasizing the importance of empathy, user engagement, and segmentation. Bonni Kaplan Dewoskin highlighted the need for irrational brand loyalty and shared five pitfalls in marketing high-growth startups, including neglecting strategy and aiming for perfection. Subhashree Suku discussed leveraging video testimonials and webinars for B2B marketing in senior living. Lynn Creasy stressed the importance of authentic, diverse social feeds and the value of LinkedIn for B2B marketing. Benjamin Surmi underscored the power of local newspapers and innovative partnerships. Debbie Howar...

2024-09-021h 00

Rethinking Aging Club Podcast Workplace Caregivers with Sherry Snelling, Bonni Kaplan DeWoskin, Darra Wray, Shawn Moore, and Liz O’DonnellNearly 73% of employees now have some type of caregiving role (about 30% support an older adult). The resulting absenteeism, presenteeism, and turnover cost employers an estimated $68 billion annually.Our guests expanded on what companies can do to ensure their employees who also give care while at home can do so in reasonable ways.Reframe and communicate continuously (Snelling)Caregiving is a “life-course” reality, not a crisis event. Employees need year-round messaging about benefits and support. Manager training, C-suite storytelling, and strong wellness initiatives help normalize care.The data say “act now” (DeWoskin)Surveys...

2024-08-2847 min

IndoctriNation From Cradle To Grave Situation w/Jeremy Sherman, Ph.D.Jeremy Sherman is a Ph.D. in evolutionary epistemology. He describes himself as a cradle-to-grave science researcher studying the unbroken chain, from the origins of life to humankind's grave situation today. He has written over 1,000 articles for Psychology Today’s 9 million readers on everyday practicalities. Jeremy also lived for 7 years in an eco-village commune in Tennessee known as “The Farm”, where its 1400 residents elected him to a leadership role at just 24 years old. For the past 25 years, he has been a close research collaborator with Harvard and Berkeley neuroscientist Terrence Deacon. Jeremy says he’s all about making advanced ideas intuitiv...

2022-07-131h 23

IndoctriNation Leaving Fundamentalism w/ Andrew PledgerAndrew Pledger is a religious trauma survivor who was raised in fundamentalist Christianity. He has been homeschooled his entire life for the purpose of indoctrination. His parents would only pay for a Christian university, and he chose Bob Jones University. Andrew kept his sexuality a secret until his mental health declined due to repressing emotions, sexuality, and religious trauma. For his last year of college, he created a photo series that depicted religious trauma. To bring awareness to religious trauma; he appeared on Josh Harris’s IGTV show to talk about his photo series. Bob Jones was made aware of th...

2022-07-061h 35

Teaching in Higher Ed Unpacking Resilience & Grief, with Chinasa Elue, Laura Howard, & Este JordanChinasa Elue, Laura Howard, & Este Jordan on unpacking resilience and grief on episode 397 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode People are grieving and hurting. -Chinasa Elue Resilience is an incongruent term to describe our lived experiences right now. -Chinasa Elue Language is power. -Laura Howard We have the opportunity now to really reimagine what higher education can look like if we center it on those that work with us and those that we serve. -Chinasa Elue

2022-03-3144 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Health Update & Why I Disappeared From the Podcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2021-09-1522 min

Teaching in Higher Ed On Improving Our Teaching, with Dan LevyDan Levy returns to talk about improving our teaching on episode 376 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode I no longer trust myself to know how much my students are understanding. -Dan Levy Resources Mentioned Teaching Effectively with Zoom (2e), by Dan Levy Invisible Teaching, by David Franklin Teachly.me Info about Dan Levy’s Teaching Teaching Effectively with Zoom, Second Edition, by Dan Levy Ezra Klein Podcast (Ezra Klein asks the people he interviews, what’s something you have changed your mind about...

2021-08-2642 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Life Changing Lessons from the Past Year Part 2This week Bonni continues to celebrates one year of podcasting with a look back at the most life changing lessons of the past year. Listen to hear some of the most profound teachings from the last year of The Chronically Courageous podcast. Please listen to the end for an important announcement about where the podcast is headed and follow Bonni on social media using the links below for updates of what is to come. Connect with Bonni:InstagramFacebookEmail See acast.com/privacy for privacy a...

2021-04-2759 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Life Changing Lessons from the Past YearThis week Bonni celebrates one year of podcasting with a look back at the most life changing lessons of the past year. Listen to hear some of the most profound teachings from the last year of The Chronically Courageous podcast. Things You’ll Hear About in this Episode: The ways that Bonni’s life has changed because of everything she’s learned through the podcast The correlation between chronic illness and certain common qualities that people with chronic illness possess (6:52)Yvette McCue’s advice that she would give herself younger self (7:52)The link between trauma and chronic...

2021-04-2045 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Self Advocacy, Lifestyle Tips, & Combining Traditional with Alternative MedicineThis week Bonni answers listeners’ questions about how to navigate the healing journey. Tune in to find out how Bonni answers the following listener questions: What is the best way to advocate for oneself? What do you think are the top three lifestyle changes a person should implement when trying to heal from or deal with chronic illness?How do you handle people who respond with “but you look fine”?How do you get your “traditional “ or Western physician to work with your other alternative practitioners and modalities? Connect with Bonni:InstagramFa...

2021-04-1327 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Celebrating Progress Over Perfection with David PinkusThis week Bonni is joined by her fiancé, David Pinkus to talk about the importance of recognizing and celebrating progress over perfection throughout the healing journey. With some recent health challenges resurfacing, they discuss how to recognize and identify progress from a 50,000 foot level vs. focusing on the day-to-day ups and downs. Bonni and David hone in on their recent travels, acknowledging the very real challenges that can arise when traveling with chronic illness, but the very tangible wins that they both recognized in Bonni’s ability to travel now vs. before she embarked on her healin...

2021-04-0630 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard 10 Tools & Techniques to Improve Your Well Being When Symptoms ReturnThis week Bonni shares about her recent recurrence of symptoms and how she has been managing through them. She provides ten tools and techniques on how to gracefully navigate the sometimes inevitably bumpy journey of healing from chronic illness. Show Resources: Article: The Healing Effects of FlowConnect with Bonni:InstagramFacebookEmail See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2021-03-3025 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Bonni Gets Interviewed by The Lawyer of AttractionIt has been nearly a year since Bonni launched The Chronically Courageous podcast, so she wanted to share her story with any new listeners and also catch her loyal listeners up on what she foresees for her future and the future of the show. Bonni was recently interviewed on The Lawyer of Attraction podcast and thought what better way to share where she’s been and where she sees herself going than to share her recent interview. Some things you’ll learn:Bonni’s chronic illness story (4:38)What Bonni discovered...

2021-03-2344 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard How He Defied His Prognosis & Rewrote His Story with Paul ForchioneAs an infant, Paul was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, a medical condition that causes paralysis of one side of the body. His mother was told he would be bound to a wheelchair for the rest of his life, but she refused to accept that prognosis and made it her mission to find a specialist that was willing to help. After many grueling years of intense physical therapy and a life changing surgery Paul not only learned to walk, but went on to play varsity level baseball in high school. Despite all of the challenges put before hi...

2021-03-1640 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Finding Healing Through Purpose and ServiceThis week, Bonni talks about the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life and how being of service to others can positively impact your own life. Bonni shares how, through podcasting, she has found so much healing because it has provided her with a platform to support, inspire, and heal others. Bonni also shares a conversation she had with her podcasting mentor, Michelle Sorro, which highlights the many ways in which her podcasting and healing journeys have been interconnected. If you have ever considered starting your own podcast, now is the time to...

2021-03-0942 min

Fire and Soul Nicholas Ofak and Bonni Howard | Answering the Call to Share: How Podcasting Builds Community and Creates ConnectionI truly believe that everyone's got a unique message that has value. Whether it’s something you’ve learned through the perseverance of a tough upbringing, the unique perspectives you’ve gained through your industry niche, or your triumph over an injury or illness in your life, there is someone out there who needs to hear from you. If you’ve heard that little whisper in your ear, encouraging you to share your story, then thank the universe because you’re exactly where you were meant to be. In today’s episode, I’ve got two more g...

2021-03-0452 min

The Lawyer of Attraction: THINK YOURSELF WELLJoin Paula and her very special guest, Bonni Fleischman Howard, as they discuss Bonni’s journey from debilitating sickness to a vibrant body and life, combining her traditional medicine with a new way of thinking using the magical laws of the universe. A powerful episode! to hear more of Paula's show, go to https://loaradionetwork.com/paula-casey

2021-03-0342 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Making Miracles a Reality with Fusun Rynart (Part 2 of 2)In part two of this two part episode, Fusun Rynart shares the story of her daughter’s tragic motorcycle accident and how she helped her to get to the other side of it. Bonni and Fusun also discuss the power of gratitude and how the energy we surround ourselves with directly and profoundly impacts our lives. They also discuss the various ways in which we can sabotage our physical and mental health with the personas that we embody, such as people pleaser, control freak, and more. Fusuan, founder of Life Healing Academy, is an expert in e...

2021-03-0242 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Making Miracles a Reality with Fusun RynartFounder of Life Healing Academy, Fusun left a successful corporate sales career of over 20 years to dedicate her life to helping people heal their emotions and boost self confidence for success. She first discovered her gifts for being able to physically heal others when she helped her father to walk again. Today, her holistic approach and neuro-linguistic programming expertise focuses on transforming fears and negative beliefs into a positive and empowering mindset as a basis for healing people. An expert in emotional healing with 14 years of experience with proven success stories, Lic...

2021-02-2344 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard The Lawyer of Attraction with Paula Kidd CaseyPaula Kidd Casey had been a practicing family law attorney for over 40 years and was one of the first women in the midwest to open a private law firm. Like many driven entrepreneurs, Paula spent years pursuing money and success at the expense of her health and peace of mind. After realizing her professional life was not bringing her joy and fulfillment, she spent years trying to define her passion and then searching for ways to achieve it. Thousands of hours of study later, she discovered a life-changing theory, The Natural Laws of the Universe.Today, she...

2021-02-161h 06

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Healing with Ayurvedic Medicine with Dr. Avanti Kumar-SinghAs a medical doctor, Dr. Kumar-Singh experienced the limitations of traditional medicine. She left her career in emergency medicine to begin a 20-year journey to study, research and experience traditional healing systems from a wide range of cultures.She was led to become a practitioner of the 5,000 year old ancient healing tradition known as Ayurveda. Dr. Kumar-Singh has used Ayurveda to transform her own life and the lives of many of her patients, students, family, and friends. Avanti has shared her expertise with Fortune 500 companies, elite undergraduate and graduate institutions, and at prestigious i...

2021-02-0948 min

The Awakened Heart Podcast with Nancy Walters Being Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard"Life is about all about perspective. We can choose to let our biggest challenges destroy us or we can use them as fuel in the pursuit of a higher purpose" ~ Bonni HowardThis heart warming episode is inspiring and motivating for anyone who may have been told they wouldn’t never be able to do the impossible.Bonni Howard’s journey through a lifetime of debilitating health issues, trauma, and addiction didn’t always make sense to her. Bonni lived with undiagnosed chronic illness from the time she was a child. Her symptoms were d...

2021-02-0254 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard The Healing Journey Isn't LinearThis week Bonni shares vulnerably about the ups and downs of her healing journey, She talks about the valuable lessons she's learning as she continues to walk this very non-linear path toward wellness. Show Resources: Episode with Mollie Lowery, Bonni's personal health coach: https://shows.acast.com/the-chronically-courageous-with-bonni-howard/episodes/behind-the-scenes-of-bonnis-healing-journey-with-mollie-lowePlease e-mail Bonni directly at bonni@thechronicallycourageous.com if interested in starting your own podcast.Connect with Bonni:InstagramFacebookEmail See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2021-02-0220 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Connecting the Dots Between Empathy & Chronic Illness with Sarah SmallSarah Small, otherwise known as The Uncensored Empath, was a self-described “sponge to the universe’s problems”. Her highly empathetic nature caused her to take on the emotions of everyone around her. She believes there is a strong connection between emotion and chronic illness and like so many others, all of her deeply felt emotions manifested into physical illness. Diagnosed with stomach migraines at the age of seven and then anxiety, fibromialgia, celiac disease and other autoimmune conditions later in life, she learned and applied a multitude of healing modalities to herself. Today, Sarah is...

2021-01-2651 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard How to Feed Your Mind & Body, Not Your Fear with Natali KrižanNatali Križan was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease as a young girl. She went through years of disabling pain, eventually leading to surgical removal of two meters of her colon. Despite the challenges of her diagnosis, Natali immersed herself in self development. She went on to become an expert on mindset through years of training under Tony Robbins. Natali is now a certified fitness and personal trainer with ten certifications and 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. Today, Natali helps people to identity and work on limiting beliefs and patterns that are keeping them stuck...

2021-01-1943 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Proof that Incurable Only Means Curable from Within with JOYThis episode is captivating, mesmerizing, and filled with hope for anyone who has been told what they can’t do. As just fifteen years old, Joy flew off a cliff on a motorbike and was declared dead on an operating table. Nine later she was hit by a drunk driver and suffered both internal and external injuries. She was told by doctors that her leg needed to be amputated and that she wouldn’t live past 30 years of age. At the time of recording this conversation on December 28th, 2020, Joy was twice the age she...

2021-01-1250 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard How He Rewrote His Autoimmune Story with Adam KrugerAdam Kruger, had a picture perfect life until the age of thirteen, when some personal events threw him into a downward spiral of stress and illness. At the age of fourteen, he found himself in the most excruciating, debilitating pain of his life, leaving him unable to keep food in his body. After a year of searching for answers, he was diagnosed with Duodenal Crohn's Disease. Through various modalities and lifestyle changes, Adam managed to get his symptoms under control and went on to create a very full and satisfying life. Adam has worn many hats i...

2021-01-0541 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Looking Within for Answers to Her Chronic PainKeri Faith suffered with chronic pain from the young age of three. It took a lot of patience, perseverance, and an open mind to discover the root cause and ultimately the solution to healing her pain. After suffering for close to 40 years, Keri Faith learned to shift her ways of thinking and moving through life. She is now an author, coach, podcaster, and speaker living a life in alignment with her true purpose. Some things that you’ll learn:About Keri Faith (1:11)What Keri Faith believes healed her pain (11:55)About...

2020-12-2948 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Lawyer Turned Emotion Code Practitioner with Jennifer SchwarzJennifer, who started her career as an attorney over 25 years ago, never would have predicted that she would be led to energy healing. Her quest for answers to her childrens’ severe, anaphylactic allergies and autoimmunity sent her on a journey of seeing doctor after doctor. Her final hope was something she never thought she’d explore, but desperate for answers she began to explore Allergy Release Technique, Emotion Code, and other lesser known healing modalities. She saw such dramatic results with her childrens’ healing that she felt called to bring such healing to more people and sought o...

2020-12-221h 04

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Overcoming Cancer to Follow Her Soul’s Purpose with Sinead CracknellSinead was experiencing severe stomach pain and was told it was nothing serious, but she persisted until the doctor’s finally agreed to give her a colonoscopy. She was heartbroken to awaken to the news that she had undergone emergency surgery to remove a large portion of her cancerous bowel, leaving her reliant upon a colostomy bag. For years, she was dependent upon family to help with her young daughter as she was in and out of the hospital. Sinead’s story of healing is truly remarkable. She is now in good health and living a life w...

2020-12-1536 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Guilt, Crazy Suggestions, and Shifts Toward HealingThis week Bonni responds to several questions posed by her listeners. Some things that you’ll learn:The single most important shift Bonni made on her healing journeyThe craziest suggestion Bonni ever received when she shared about her chronic illnessHow Bonni handled the guilt of having to count on her loved ones when her illness prohibited her from doing the things she once could The most meaningful gift Bonni could get for her birthdayHere’s how to leave an rating and review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device)Open t...

2020-12-0825 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard A Personal Conversation About Bonni's Healing Journey with David PinkusThis week listen in as Bonni talks to her fiancé, David Pinkus, about her recent time away to focus on healing at a deeper level. You will learn what she discovered about herself, the impact of childhood trauma on her physical health, and some steps that she took toward healing more deeply that you can take too! Some things that you’ll learn:The reason Bonni brought David on the show with her today (1:45)Why Bonni went away vs stayed local to work on her healing (4:32)Some questions David asks BonniWhy...

2020-12-0131 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard A Drug Free, Non-Invasive Solution to Chronic Pain Relief with Dr. SapersteinHow incredible would it be to find chronic pain relief that didn’t involve addictive narcotics or surgery? This week Bonni sits down with board certified neurologist and founder of the The Center for Complex Neurology, EDS, and POTS, Dr. David Saperstein to discuss a state of the art solution for chronic pain. Listen to find out how Calmare uses scrambler therapy to provide long lasting and highly effective pain relief for cancer pain, peripheral neuropathy, and chronic neuropathic pain. Some things that you’ll learn:About Dr. David Saperstein (1:15)What Calmare Therapy...

2020-11-2450 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard The Determination to Survive One Breath at a Time with Vera-Lee CurnowBorn with multiple disabilities, Vera-Lee Curnow always knew she was different. Through sheer determination, she became an elite athlete excelling in tennis, but always wondered why she had to work much harder than her peers. Diagnosed with Osgood Schlatters, eosinophilic asthma, and vocal cord dysfunction, Vera-Lee was told at the age of 30 that she would not have much longer to live. Once again she took matters into her own hands and was determined not to accept that as her fate. Today, Vera-Lee is using the voice that she both physically and proverbially lost to lea...

2020-11-1748 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Transforming Trauma into Triumph with Cathleen ElleThis week Bonni has an inspiring and heartwarming conversation with international best selling author, Cathleen Elle. Cathleen vulnerably shares the tragic story of losing her teenage son to suicide and how she managed find a greater sense of purpose through this tragedy. This is a story that will simultaneously break and warm your heart. Although the cause of Cathleen’s trauma may be different than that of chronic illness survivors, she shares a universal wisdom for trauma and grief healing. Please listen through to the end of the episode to find out how you can become eligi...

2020-11-101h 01

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard A Multidimensional Approach to Healing with Mollie LoweryThis week, meet Bonni’s personal health coach, Mollie Lowery. Mollie has been and continues to be instrumental in Bonni’s healing journey. Combining modalities such as breathwork, brain rewiring, energy healing, nutrition, and more Mollie’s approach to healing is holistic and multidimensional.Prepare to hear some raw, deeply vulnerable moments that come up for Bonni as she shares some of the revelations she’s had about her illness. Learn about the healing techniques and mindset shifts that have enabled Bonni to make dramatic strides in her healing. Some things that you’ll learn:A...

2020-11-0348 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Voices of DysautonomiaOctober is Dysautonomia Awareness Month. Dysautonomia is mild for some people and completely disabling for others. Imagine having to think about all of the bodily functions you take for granted….breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, digestion and more. Dysautonomia causes a dysregulation of all of the functions that so many of us take for granted. The result can be debilitating. Join me as I have conversations with Marina Lombardi, Valerie Rose, and Samantha Brechner, who each live with dysautonomia. Hear how it has impacted each of them and how they have found ways to manage their symptoms...

2020-10-271h 05

Believe It, Achieve It!Overcoming Chronic Pain with Bonni HowardDo you suffer from everyday aches and pains?It’s important to listen to your body in order to recognize if you are suffering from chronic pain. We need to all listen to the cues our bodies are sending us because chronic pain can cause debilitating symptoms if the pain is not addressed early enough. I am joined by my dear friend and fellow podcaster, Bonni Howard today. She is the host of her own inspiring podcast, The Chronically Courageous, which is a fantastic outlet providing hope and support for people suffering from chr...

2020-10-2032 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Lara Bloom, President & CEO of The Ehlers-Danlos Society | From Challenge Comes OpportunityThis week I had the honor of speaking with Lara Bloom, President and CEO of The Ehlers-Danlos Society. This year she was also appointed Academic Affiliate Professor of Practice in Patient Engagement and Global Collaboration at Penn State College of Medicine. Lara is an expert in patient engagement and advocacy for rare, chronic, and invisible conditions as well as an international public speaker and campaigner. Lara is all of the aforementioned things, but also a patient who lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, dysautonomia, and other comorbid conditions. Lara’s story is both inspiring and impressive, as she has m...

2020-10-2052 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Things that May be Making You Sick & How to Avoid ThemThere are so many things that I’ve learned on my healing journey. I have uncovered things that I never considered might be contributing to my ailing health. Because I am on a mission to help all of you heal and live your best lives, I share some lesser known things that may be contributing to your illness and how you can avoid them. Some Things You Will Learn:Unexpected things that may be making you sickHow to be a wiser consumer of products so that you can avoid toxic chemicalsA special announcement about Season # 2 of...

2020-09-2918 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Ask Bonni Anything with Judy VeneziaThis week’s episode is a little different from the norm. My friend of 24 years, Judy Venezia, is navigating some new and existing diagnoses so I took the opportunity to answer some questions for her in hopes of providing her some additional tools to make her journey a little less challenging. Before being forced into retirement due to her health, Judy spent 25 years juggling caring for her three children and her many patients as a pediatric and emergency room registered nurse. Now the tables are turned and it’s time for Judy to let others care for he...

2020-09-2328 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard The Importance of Celebrating Our WinsWhen we are dealing with a chronic illness or disability, it can be easy to slip into the pattern of focusing on what we can’t do. Please stop doing this! This week’s episode is all about shifting that focus and learning how to recognize yourself for even the smallest wins. If you’re feeling down or defeated, my hope is that you will walk away from this episode feeling more empowered and uplifted. Please follow and tag me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thechronicallycourageous/ and let me know at least one...

2020-09-1512 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Christina Rice | Brain Rewiring, Energy Healing, and Uncovering Root Causes for Deep HealingChristina Rice is a living example of overcoming all odds. Having mystery illnesses all of her life, she feverishly searched for answers as her organs began to shut down and her weight dropped to a frail 73 pounds. Fighting for her life, she took matters into her own hands and explored healing modalities such as brain rewiring, energy healing, and tapping into her intuition. Today, she is stable and healthy and has a thriving high six figure coaching business helping others to break through their limiting beliefs and heal physically, emotionally, spiritually, and financially. Some...

2020-09-0855 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Ten Benefits Children Gain Being Raised by a Disabled ParentParenting can be laden with the guilt of not being able to give our kids a picture perfect life. As a disabled parent with limited energy, financial resources, and/or mobility this guilt can be compounded. Studies have shown, however, that children raised by parents with disabilities can actually gain valuable life skills beyond those of their peers. In this episode, Bonni discusses the various benefits to children being raised by a chronically ill or disabled parent. Show Resources:Article: “Are the Children of Parents with Disabilities More Empathetic?” https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/are_the...

2020-09-0116 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Lindsay Gledhill | How to Live an AMAZING Life Despite Life’s ChallengesThis week’s guest is truly AMAZING! He has not only survived, but thrived through two heart attacks and four stents. Being a successful tax accountant all of his life, he realized that money was not the end all be all and that happiness goes much deeper than our pockets. Lindsay is now embracing the second act of his life as fellow podcaster, coach/mentor, speaker, and leader of “The Amazing Challenge”. Interested in finding out more about Lindsay’s challenge and how he makes each day amazing for not only himself, but for those who are lucky eno...

2020-08-2656 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Marina Lombardi | Finding Freedom in Identifying as a Disabled, Queer Person (Part 2)Some things that you’ll learn:Why this week was a big week for my son and I (1:43)About this week’s episode (2:48)Marina’s pronouns and their importance (6:56)The biggest struggle in claiming her identity (13:35)What the term “sis” means in the context of the LGBTQ+ community (15:35) About Marina’s career as a musician (28:30)Some questions Bonni asks Marina:When did you first come out? (3:27)What does the identity “queer” mean to you and why should people feel comfortable using it in the appropriate situations? (10:30)Being that you identify as both queer and a person with...

2020-08-1935 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Marina Lombardi | Finding Freedom and Identity in the Disability and LGBTQ+ Communities See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2020-08-1143 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Sidney DeCamella | Finding Her Life’s Purpose Through Infertility, Kidney Failure, and a Rare Diagnosis (Part Two)This week’s episode is the continuation of Sidney DeCamella’s story from last week, when we learned how her struggle with infertility fueled her passion for becoming a life coach. Sidney finally conceived her son after three rounds of IVF, but his birth was anything but easy. She struggled through a long labor, followed by several complications, kidney failure, and a rare diagnosis. All of this resulted in a month-long hospital stay. In today’s episode we find out what life is now like for Sidney and how she continues to rise to every c...

2020-08-0436 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Sidney DeCamella | Finding Her Life’s Purpose Through Infertility, Kidney Failure, and a Rare Diagnosis (Part One)EP. 013 The Chronically Courageous PodcastTitle: Sidney DeCamella | Finding Her Life’s Purpose Through Infertility, Kidney Failure, and a Rare Diagnosis (Part One)Sidney wanted more than anything to be a mother, but never imagined the challenges she would come up against trying. Her story had so many twists and turns, including a rare diagnosis and kidney failure, that I decided to divide it into two episodes. I hope you will be as moved as I was by Sidney’s story of perseverance, strength, and the inner fire she developed to pursue her life...

2020-07-2836 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Perspective is EverythingEP. 012 Perspective is Everything Title: Perspective is EverythingThese past couple of weeks I’ve done a lot of work on myself. In this episode I share some of the learnings from an intense and incredible week of self development. Some things that you’ll learn:Why I didn’t publish an episode last week (1:15)Some nuggets of wisdom that I picked up these last couple of weeks (3:41)What’s really driving me these days (7:57)Connect with Bonni:https://www.instagram.co...

2020-07-2217 min

Uncover Your Magic Sharing Vulnerability, Living Courageously & The Gift Of Gratitude with Bonni HowardIn today’s episode, I’m joined by a fellow member of the ‘Podcast Accelerator’ program and Host of ‘The Chronically Courageous' Podcast, Bonni Howard! Bonni is an absolute beacon of light in the chronic illness community and has continually displayed her ability to uplift and give others a platform throughout the time she’s spent as an advocate. For so many like her who live with ‘Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome’, feelings of isolation and lack of understanding amongst peers is all too common. Bonni aims to bridge that gap and create a sense of community amongst others in similar situat...

2020-07-1441 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Making the Best of the Worst Days with Chronic Illness See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2020-07-0814 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Jana Greene | From Numbing with Alcohol to "FIERCE" RecoveryIf you need some inspiration to keep moving forward you’ll want to hear this episode. Jana Greene has lived through childhood trauma, addiction, single motherhood, and chronic illness. Despite the stacking of challenges that came her way, she pushed through and created a happy and fulfilled life. She is on the precipice of celebrating 20 years of sobriety and has a thirteen year marriage that’s still in the honeymoon phase. Just one month ago Jana had her third book published. The book, entitled “FIERCE Recovery: Living Your Best Sober Life Now”, provides an empowering message with a humor...

2020-06-3036 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Bonni Howard | Six Ways to Elevate Your Mood During Challenging TimesThe global pandemic, awakening to racial inequity, and political division happening in our world right now can make it a challenge to maintain a positive mindset. And we all know that a depressed emotional state can directly impact our physical well being. In this episode you’ll learn some actionable steps and tools that I’ve found helpful for keeping my mood elevated even in the most challenging of situations. I truly hope that you find some useful nuggets here to get you through the global challenges as well as any personal challenges you’re facing today. ...

2020-06-2321 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Rachel Barber | How to Heal from Chronic Illness with Rachel BarberFeeling hopeless and stuck in the thoughts that you may never heal? I felt the same way until I met this week’s guest, Rachel Barber. Rachel had exhausted all options, combining techniques from both Eastern and Western medicine. She was at her wits end and in a major state of depression at the thought of having to live the rest of her life being sick. This week Rachel shares her incredible story of perseverance and determination. She tells us how she went from having fibromyalgia, SIBO, mitochondrial dysfunction, hypoglycemia, and more to achieving a level of heal...

2020-06-1634 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Janna Lopez | Finding a New Identity after MS Diagnosis and Midlife TransitionWhile getting ready to have her first book published, two years ago, Janna Lopez felt that something was off. At the age of 51, she learned that this feeling was not imagined, rather it was the result of having several lesions on her brain caused by Multiple Sclerosis. In this episode, Janna uses her gift for verbal expression to convey the emotions that accompanied her diagnosis, how she has learned to manage her illness, and how she is moving forward with courage and purpose. Janna is a published author, public speaker, midlife coach, and...

2020-06-0948 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Virginia Underwood (Jini) | Awakening After TraumaEP. 006 The Chronically Courageous PodcastJini didn’t always respect her need for rest and renewal and for years she ignored her body’s signals. She went on to earn her Master's degree in Counseling followed by the study of various healing modalities at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts. Like many chronic illness warriors, she remained invalidated and undiagnosed for years after the onset of her symptoms. Her persistence finally led her to multiple diagnoses including myalgic encephalomyelitis, hemochromatosis, and late stage neurological Lyme disease.In addition to her health...

2020-05-2635 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard David Pinkus | Behind the Scenes of Dating with Chronic IllnessDating can be challenging under any circumstances, but chronic illness can add another level of complexity. Many people have questions about when it’s appropriate to bring up the subject of chronic illness and what to share in a new relationship. This week Bonni and her fiancé, David Pinkus, discuss how they navigated dating early in their relationship. They talk about some of their challenges and how they've accommodated their differences in ability without having to sacrifice the things that are important to them. What You’ll Learn:The purpose...

2020-05-1953 min

Teaching in Higher Ed Hyflex Learning, with David RhoadsDavid Rhoads shares about his doctoral research on hyflex learning on episode 309 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode I would have wished that I would have had some of the flexibility that we are now trying to design in our university. -David Rhoads Every type of professor and every type of course needs to be reevaluated towards learning outcomes. -David Rhoads Resources Hybrid-Flexible (Hyflex) Course Design: Implementing student-directed hybrid classes, Edited by Brian J. Beatty Maria Anderson – A Ne...

2020-05-1239 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Bonni Howard | A Vulnerable AnnouncementEP. 004 The Chronically Courageous PodcastTitle: Bonni Howard | A Vulnerable Announcement This week Bonni makes a special, highly vulnerable announcement regarding her health and how it impacts her ability to put out a weekly podcast. Since May is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month, she also talks about how being born with this genetic condition has affected her life.What You’ll Learn:About The Chronically Courageous (0:01)The impact that starting a podcast has had on Bonni (1:19)Bonni’s vulnerable announcement (2:59)About Ehlers Danlos Syndr...

2020-05-1206 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Dawn Hassmann | Finding my VoiceEP. 003 The Chronically Courageous PodcastTitle: Dawn Hassmann | Finding my VoiceDawn Hassmann has had chronic health issues since the age of three. She was initially misdiagnosed, but, through self-advocacy, she found answers. Being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune conditions, she is dedicated to advocating for both herself and others as a leader of the Lupus LA support group. In this episode, we hear about how early childhood trauma caused Dawn to feel as though she didn’t have a voice. She explains how pursuing an education in EFT Tapping, and later...

2020-05-0553 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Yvette McCue | From Wheelchair to WalkingYvette McCue was working twelve hour days, while taking care of her ailing father and three children. It was in her nature to put everyone’s needs ahead of her own, until her health took a dramatic downward turn. The tables were then turned, as she was forced to rely upon a wheelchair for mobility and the help of her family and friends for basic daily needs. In this episode, we learn how Yvette found healing through a variety of modalities, including Qigong. She shares her inspiring story of transformation and her newfound purpose, as a certi...

2020-04-2951 min

The Chronically Courageous with Bonni Howard Bonni Howard | From Dismissal to DiagnosisAs someone who was told my symptoms were “all in my head” for over 40 years, I have so much empathy, compassion, and love in my heart for others who have been through a similar journey. I want to be a voice for people with chronic illness and rare diseases so that they feel more validated and better understood.The Chronically Courageous podcast will be a safe place where people can feel a sense of community and inspiration. The show will also provide resources for living more fully. I’m your host, Bonni Howard, and jus...

2020-04-2149 min

Teaching in Higher Ed Engaging LearnersGardner Campbell talks about engaging learners. Quotes Learning is an enormously powerful and eventful kind of experience. —Gardner Campbell Recognize that great ideas of all kinds come from all kinds of people at all stages of their knowledge. —Gardner Campbell There are some great ideas that are forever closed off to an expert because he or she is simply too conditioned by prior learning. —Gardner Campbell Resources Seymour A. Papert’s books APGAR for class meetings by Gardner Campbell Derek Bruff reflects...

2016-06-3047 min

Teaching in Higher Ed Critical Instructional DesignOn this week’s episode, Sean Michael Morris and I discuss Critical Instructional Design. Guest: Sean Michael Morris Sean is a digital teacher and pedagogue, with experience especially in networked learning, MOOCs, digital composition and publishing, collaboration, and editing. He’s been working in digital teaching and learning for 15 years. His work as a pioneer in the field of Critical Digital Pedagogy is founded in the philosophy of Paulo Freire, and finds contemporary analogues in the work of Howard Rheingold, Cathy N. Davidson, Dave Cormier, and Jesse Stommel. He is committed to engaging audience...

2016-06-0241 min

Teaching in Higher Ed What the best digital teachers doOn today’s episode, I talk with Sean Michael Morris about what the best digital teachers do. Sean Michael Morris, Digital Teacher and Pedagogue www.seanmichaelmorris.com Twitter: @slamteacher Sean is a digital teacher and pedagogue, with experience especially in networked learning, MOOCs, digital composition and publishing, collaboration, and editing. He’s been working in digital teaching and learning for 15 years. His work as a pioneer in the field of Critical Digital Pedagogy is founded in the philosophy of Paulo Freire, and finds contemporary analogues in the work of Howard Rheingold, Cathy N. Dav...

2016-02-1136 min

Teaching in Higher Ed How to see what we’ve been missingFears and concerns over changes in higher education persist. Whether it is our disdain for lecturing to a bunch of disconnected, texting and Facebooking students, or their boredom at being put to sleep by a droning professor reading from his powerpoint, something’s got to give… In today’s episode, Dr. Cathy Davidson joins us to talk about finding the right practice, and the right tools, and being able to see what we’ve been missing in higher ed. Podcast notes Guest: Dr. Cathy Davidson Cathy on Twitter Attent...

2014-12-2600 min

Teaching in Higher Ed How to engage students in the classroom and onlineIt is such a crucial part of what we do as professors… Getting students involved in discussions and helping to facilitate their learning. Dr. Jay Howard joins me on this episode to talk about how to engage students in the classroom and online. Podcast Notes Guest Dr. Jay Howard Engaging Your Students Face-to-Face and Online (July 2015) (Jossey-Bass) Garner multiple intelligences theory Sociologogical approach to observing the classroom Norms The real norm is not that students have to pay attention. It’s that they have...

2014-11-1300 min