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The Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLessons I Learnt From My MotherMother's Day, comes by once a year. However, mothering is a 24 hours 7 days a week opportunity. Today and everyday, make time to create a moment by appreciating the women in your life who have made a difference through good and challenging seasons.Love you all! Lydia2023-05-1426 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeCount Down To Mother's DayMother's Day? I say Mothering Day because being a mother is more that the biology. It is the ability to nurture someone towards positive change. There are many women who are live givers. They exist in every part of society. What makes them special is that they come along side you and speak life into your situation. They are willing to be vulnerable, love, and perservere. They are my greatest cheer leaders, and the ones who will speak truth to me even when it hurts. I hope you have someone who is that Candid in your life. We all...2023-05-0709 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeStudent Moments That Took my Breath AwayIn this podcast, Lydia shares impactful student moments that caused her to reflect on how teachers need to treat each student as an individual. She also shares some practical ways of coming alongside a student in support, as they navigate various situations. Lydia encourages self reflection and challeneges listeners to find ways of making positive changes in their own lives. She invites you to experience her journey and my is it candid, no pun intended.If you're a teacher, Keep on Teaching Teachers!2023-03-0634 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLife Changing Teacher-Student MomentsAs teachers, our words and actions matter. In this podcast, I share some personal stories about my interactions with students, teachers, and parents.  I reflect on each experience offering some practical advice to help teachers function effectively in the classroom. The stories are as follows: Put your best foot forward/Caught in the crossfire/Please pray for my mother/Care enough to share/The power of small wins/What Next?/Take 5/Responding to the unexpected/Stamp of approvalPablo Casals says it well, "To the whole world you might be just one person, but to one person you...2023-02-2444 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeI'm A Child Of GodIf you want to be Inspired, Challenged, and Empowered to live better, I highly recommend you listen to this podcast to the end. Meet Leyna Karina Hancock who is the most confident 9 year olds I have ever met. She has lots of energy and is very outspoken about her thoughts. If you want a candid speaker, she fits the description perfectly. Leyna is Home schooled and is in third grade.  A bright and very intelligent girl, she enjoys reading books, coloring pictures, making crafts, outdoor sports, and also enjoys gymnastics.  Leyna loves Jesus with her whole heart and enjoys sing...2023-02-1348 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeSeeing Your Work As MinistryHow do you view your work? Are you seizing the opportunity to make the most of your gifts and talents? Lean in to be inspired, challenged, and empowered towards positive change as you listen to Doris Oyegade. Through her service in the community in Manchester, United Kingdom, Doris is bringing the love and compassion of Jesus as she avails herself as a channel of his goodness.Story on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sA-4ny8C3IkConnect with Doris Oyegade:Facebook page- The Story Tellers World and Cry Aloud Prayer Initiative...2023-01-3137 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeYou Only Live OnceMeet Steven, a vibrant young man living each day with intention. A graduate of George Town University in Washington DC in 2020 with degrees in African American Studies and Government. Steven is currently working for a nonprofit foundation dedicated to providing financial resources to young people in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Outside of this nonprofit work, Steven lives in Washington, DC, and appreciates the arts, music, and food scenes of the city. In his free time he enjoys reading and watching movies.Are you living your live with intention. Seize the Day!2023-01-2428 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeYou Only Live OnceMeet Molly Jensen, a Ghanaian-American born in New York who is a vibrant, intelligent, and progressive woman. She is also the Chief Executive Officer of Afripods. Lean in and get to know her through a different lens- Unfiltered.https://youtu.be/qzRrhIMZjdQ2023-01-1046 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifePress OnPhilippians 3:14I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.Consider your life choices. Are you moving forward, at a stand still or thriving? What are going to do about it?As you say Bye to 2022 and Hello to 2023, we encourage you to "Press On":P-Plan and implement your smart goalsR-Resist the temptation to be complacent because it hinders progressE-Expect moments of struggle. However with support, you'll come...2022-12-3111 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeComfort and JoyThe Holiday season has a yin and yang feel because of the seasons people are walking through. My Dad taught me to Celebrate the Gift of life by embracing everyday as miracle . He lived each day of his life with an attitude of gratitude because he trusted God with every moment. I have a blue crotched angel hanging on our Christmas tree as a tangible reminder of his presence.This Holiday season as you celebrate with family and friends, welcome in someone who needs that support during this time; Initiate a potluck gathering in...2022-12-2528 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeBlessed!Meet Tiffanie Holt, a military wife married to her best friend for 21 years. She is blessed to be a mom of 4 beautiful children, 2 boys ages 18 and 16, and 2 girls ages 14 and 12. She is a teacher whose loves her community and enjoys cooking. On June 7, 2019, her life changed forever when she was diagnosed with Stage 3C Triple negative Breast Cancer. However, her life didn't just change, it changed for the better! Lean in to listen to her story. Even through life's challenges, we can still count our blessings if we are intentional to pause and reflect. We encourage you to do t...2022-12-151h 53The Candid LifeThe Candid LifeThe Swaranandan JourneyIn this podcast, we will take a look into the Raman family history with Indian classical music. We'll learn about the cultural side of the music and you'll hear a few pieces sung by Lamha and members of her family. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the Swaranandan Journey with Lamha, Amri, Vinny, and Zubin. To learn more about the Indian culture, visit MiIndia.comConnect: livethecandidlife@gmail.com; Instgram@lydiagagoh, FacebookPlease support The Candid Life by following me, sharing the podcasts with friends and family, and fi...2022-11-2746 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid Life50 Podcasts LaterCelebrating my First Anniversary of podcasting. Looking back as I start my podcast quest with family as my first guests. Angelica Botsoe, "I'm Still Learning"; Rene Botsoe, "In Sickness And In Health"; Peter Botsoe, "Taking Care of Aging Parents."Sharing my hopes and dreams.If you have been blessed by these podcasts, please continue to support me with your financial gift of any amount by clicking on the link below to help me continue to share these inspirational stories around the world. Connect with me at livethecandidlife@gmail. Follow me on Instagram...2022-11-2124 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLiving My DreamsAre you living your dream? If you are great! If not, why not? Expect to change your perspective after you listen to Gideon's story.Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nBa6oCocUjIDiagnosed with pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (pNET) in 2013 and in remission since 2019, Gideon Amoah is one of the first patients in Wisconsin to receive Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT). PRRT is not a cure for NET. The aim of this therapy is to slow or stop progression of growth and decrease symptoms associated with the hormones released by the NET. Gideon...2022-11-0740 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLOVETrue Love Casts Out All Fear. Are you walking in love? God is Love and he demonstrated his love by sending his son, Jesus to die on the cross so that you and I might have life. Recieve his love and start live a new and fulfilled life.Dear friends, let us love one another,for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of Godand knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.  This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one...2022-10-2212 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeBroken and Poured Out with Erika FelixEveryone of us will experience "Broken Hallelujahs" in life. The question is what are we going to do with them? Can you feel the confidence to keep moving forward even when your life has taken some interesting turns? Erika says, "But God!" Can you say that we her? Listen to her story and be blessed.YouTube: https://youtu.be/TFdWIqdDzHkErika Felix was born in Detroit, raised in Maryland. She is the owner of Be Well Integrative Massage & Apothecary in Redford MI. She is a mother of 4, lover of...2022-10-1837 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeWorking Out Your Wellness with Lydia WillisAre you are a mom, living a busy life?Looking for ways make life manageable?Why don't you consider ;joining the LEAN Movement?LEAN principles is an acronym for Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude & NutritionMeet Lydia Wilis is a Dr. Sears Certified Health & Wellness Coach. Founder of Home Made Healthy and Be Well with Lydia.She is a super busy mom, wellpreneur and healthy living revolutionist. Her coaching programs help other busy moms like her banish leftover belly bloat so that they can be less stressed and love their...2022-10-0938 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeAll Worthy Of Love"If people just knew that God loves them and he has not forgotten them, then I think that the whole wold would change."These words by Lindsey Fischer ring true today as much as they rang true 11 years ago when she heard about the impact of human trafficking here in the United States. Redirecting the mind of millions who spend money buying gifts to express love shown on valentine day, Lindsey's challenge went viral and by the grace of God, she started "All Worthy of Love", an non-profit organization whose action is changing lives...2022-09-2539 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeResurrection Life: Finding Hope in the WastelandHow do you regain the will to live? How do find beauty in the ashes? Zoë Anna Williams shares from a vulnerable place… a place where it's okay to be open and authentic, knowing that the Lord Himself will take those broken fragments and breathe new life into them. There is Hope for you, even in the wasteland.Zoë Anna has studied, lived, and worked in multiple countries and has a passion for mutual learning in cross-cultural relationships. She recently completed a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership and loves to share her research regarding the...2022-09-1338 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeThink About ItWhat are you thinking about? Your thoughts affect your actions and your actions affect your life.Psalm 92 :1-5It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High, proclaiming your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night, to the music of the ten-stringed lyre and the melody of the harp. For you make me glad by your deeds, Lord; I sing for joy at what your hands have done.How great are your works, Lord, how profound your thoughts!Philippians 4:8Fi...2022-08-2829 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeA Life RememberedEARK Botsoe was a man who lived each day with intentionality.How do you live each day?How will people remember you?What will people know you by?When people call your name, what do they say about you?2022-08-2226 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeTaking RisksAre you a person who seizes the day or lets the day pass you by?Are you someone who takes risks or allows the fear of failure to keep you as a spectator of other peoples success? Meet Izabelle, a 23 years old who is making her mark in the world with her fearless living. Through her willingness to pursue her dreams, she has taken risks that have served her well. Listen to learn, be inspired, challenged, and empowered to do the same. We were were born to live abundantly!Click to watch the drifting video2022-08-0831 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifePoetry Please by Angelica BotsoeAngelica Botsoe's words paint very vivid pictures in the minds eye. Listen to the words of a life long learner who refired after retirement.Your words matter. Don't just think them, write them down, speak them out, and let them leave an impact on the hearer. Listen to the words of an amazing Champion!2022-07-2513 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeResilienceHow do you respond when life throws you curve balls? Do you panic, become paralyzed, throw yourself a pity party, pray, or prepare for how to move forward?What do you do when your get up and go has got up and gone?In this podcast, Diane Moggio who has gone through a career change, breast cancer, and divorce, discusses how to respond to life's transitions and tests by having a strong belief system, positive attitude, and a supportive community around you. Lean in to listen, learn, and be inspired to live differently.2022-07-1928 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeStay UnitedHow important is it to you that your family stays united? have you made it a personal mission or do think someone else has that responsibility to keep the family united. Did you know that there is an ABC of Unity and if applied will make a difference in your family relationships? Want to know more? Listen to this podcast.2022-07-1318 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeWorking as a home care providerHaving someone take care of a loved one is truly a sacrifice.Meet Frema who stays with her clients. It has been a blessing having her take care of my mom after my dad's passing on August 11, 2002,2022-07-0218 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeSunny DaysHow often do you make time to creaste fun memories? Life is too short to be serious all the time. Invest time in doing the simple things and ife will thank you as your look back and laught out loud. Here are some simple ways I chill with my peeps. Enjoy the summer. Blessings! Live the Candid Life!2022-06-2606 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeStand For RightWhat do you do when you are treated unfairly? I'm not going to make suggestions to you on what you need to do. Listen to this podcast and make up your own mind. Do you React or do you Respond?2022-06-2616 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLessons I Learnt From My Father Part 2Family, having a father that loves you unconmditionally is truly a blessing. Having one that mirrors our Heavenly father is priceless. Yanni shares lessons he learnt from his father as he went throught diffent seasons of life. I was truly blessed hearing his story, I'm sure you will be too. Continue to Live The Coandid Life.Connect with me on "livetheecandidlife@gmail.com"; follow me on instagram and facebook @lydiagagoh2022-06-2634 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLessons I Learnt From My Father Part 1Today is Father's Day, and as we reflect on the lessons we've learnt from our fathers and the men who have played important roles in our lives, let us remember that we become better people when we humble ourselves to learn from others. Happy Father's Day and Thank you for all you do. Credits Lean on me Bill Withers, Great is Thy faithfulnessThomas Obadiah Chisholm and William M. Runyan2022-06-2036 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLessons I Learnt From My MotherWhat lessons have you learned from your mother?I am not just talking biological. I mean someone coming alongside you to bring out your greatness. My mom always challenged me to "Seize the day!" That is how I have chosen to live each day. So I encourage you to lean in and listen to the stories of lessons learned and be ready to share yours with someone in your circle of influence as well. That's how you live the candid life! I am thankful for the many women who have taken on the role of mother in my life...2022-06-1326 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeCelebrating the Gift of the PresentDo you celebrate the gift of the present or are you so busy lthat you miss the miracles of the little things. Listen to "Ese the Little boy Who Loved to dance" and "Dance to the rythm of your heart." I hope as you listen to the story, you will be reminded of the importance of living in the present.Family, Live The Candid L`ife 247!2022-05-3008 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeWhat Do You Do When Your Life Turns A Page?What Do You Do When Your Life Turns A Page?Do You  take time to be and still and listen?Do You take the next best step?Do You make a batch of lemonade?Lean in to listen to the powerful life giving and hope filled story of Deb and Bruce Potts. 2Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. This is the power you have to live the Candid Life! God Bless You.2022-05-2433 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeHow Full is Your Bucket?How did you feel after your last interaction with another person?Did that person -- whether it was your spouse, best friend, coworker or even a stranger -- "fill your bucket" by making you feel more positive?Or did that person "dip from your bucket," leaving you more negative than before?Lean in and learn how you can make a difference in the lives of the people around you.How Full is Your Bucket? ====Gallup (Tom Rath and Don Clifton)2022-05-1526 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeA Woman Of VirtueAre you a woman of virtue? What does it really mean? When we look at the Proverbs 31 passage, it can be a bit overwhelming because we don't feel we measure up. In this podcast, I share one of my poems, and a story about a student who reconnected with his mother. We all need to reconnect with the women who are the influencers in our lives and we also need to connect with new ones. Happy Mothers/Mothering day!2022-05-0310 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeChallenging Your Inner PassionDo you know what your inner passion is? Are. your nurturing it? Are you serving your gifts and your talents to the world? Jill Hoffman challenges us to embrace opportunities as a way of tapping into our inner passions. Who knows your passion can turn into a flourishing business. Listen and be inspired by Jill Ann Robison Hoffman's story. Check out Jill's website and make a purchase at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StitchedbyJill2022-04-2421 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeSee The TearsIn this season of Easter, John 3:16 is the display of God's love in living color. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." Reflect with me on the significance of this day by pondering these three questions. 1. Who or what is the focus of your love? 2. Are you content with how you are living? 3. Now that you know that God loves you so much, how will you respond? Listen to God of the Nations on Amazon, Spotify, and Apple Music. Email: Livethecandidlife@gmail.com...2022-04-1612 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeSpecial With NeedsMeet the Spivey's -Scott, Machelle, Scotty, and Sam. Enjoy Sam at the beginning of the podcast singing "Jesus Loves me ". Family, we are all special with needs, uniquely designed and all have needs. Reaching out for help and giving help is the most natural thing to do. We all need teacher to survive and thrive. How do you help family members thrive who may need additional support? Just like every part of our body needs special attention, we need to make sure everyone around us is treated with value so that our lives and our communities can be stronger. How...2022-04-0330 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeBroken and Poured out"When the light of Christ pierces through the cracks in your life, self dies and grace prevails." That's what it means to live broken and poured out. It's not about you, it's about Christ living in and through you. As you listen to the lyrics of this song that I penned during a challenging time in my life, may you be reminded that Jesus is always ready to take our broken pieces and do something amazing with them if we will let him. Praying God's peace over you today. Give him whatever is in your broken vessel today because he...2022-04-0106 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeBoyz to Men Part 1How do you bring up Boyz so that they are good men? Is there a successful formula? Meet Marie, a mother of two Boyz navigating this journey as well. Listen close as Marie offers some practical advice as we discuss the importance of decision making, open dialogue, positive role models, setting healthy boundaries, offering guidance and more. Enjoying the journey is the key. So sit back relax and join us on this ride towards manhood.2022-03-2939 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeMetamorphosis: Trusting The ProcessWill your anchor hold in the storms of life? Claudette Harris said, " I trust God" when she was given unexpected life changing news. Can you make the same declaration? Listen to be inspired about how even during hard times, God can still give you seeds of encouragement to sow that will impact others. Claudette Harris, President At Your Service Consulting, LLC http://www.atyourserviceconsulting.com  The devotional can be downloaded at  http://www.claudetteharris.com free of charge.  For hard copies order by emailing me at atyourserviceconsulting.com and pay for shipping.2022-03-1322 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeThe Unshakable You- Part 2What is most important for you? Is it your achievements, or is it your health, family, friends, and spirit. As I return to Michigan from my short stay in Chicago, I revisit the 5 emotionally healthy choices me must choose inorder to move towards health and wholeness. Lean in, listen, and learn to love yourself again. Jesus said, "'Love the Lord your God with all your passion and prayer and intelligence.' This is the most important, the first on any list. But there is a second to set alongside it: 'Love others as well as you love yourself. Matthew 22: 37-402022-02-2813 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeUnshakable You- Part 1Do you consider yourself emotionally healthy? Listen to this podcast and be challenged to make changes to bring yourself into balance so that you can become more fruitful and find wholeness. Unshakable You: 5 Choices of Emotionally Healthy People, John Opalewski Choice 1: Love Yourself Choice 2: Manage Your Anger Choice 3:Protect Yourself From Abuse Choice 4:Refuel Emotionally Choice 5:Stay Alert2022-02-2211 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeThe Good Gift:Our MemoriesHow resilient are you? Are you easily bogged down the speed bumps of life or do you recover quickly and move on? Sometimes we all need a little support to keep moving forward. However, we all have today as a gift and putting markers of positivity is important to protect our future memories. When you look have over your life, what do your remember?2022-02-1908 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeBlack History Month Part2Are you ready to live on the right side of life? Are you making a difference where you are? Your voice matters, raise it up and stand for those who are voiceless in this time.2022-02-0706 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeBlack History Month Lift Every Voice and Sing Pt 1Lift Every Voice and Sing The Negro Hymn/ Black National Anthem written by James Weldon Johnson and music by J. Rosamond Johnson continues to leave me speechless. May these words of Faith, Hope, propel you to be an initiator of change in your community. Sung by the Berklee college of Music Students. Lift every voice and sing/Till earth and heaven ring/Ring with the harmonies of Liberty/Let our rejoicing rise High as the listening skies/Let it resound loud as the rolling sea Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us/Sing...2022-02-0702 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeFriendshipFriendship is a gift. In this episode we explore the power of friendship with friends, family, volunteers, and pets. Nicole Buday, volunteer coordinator of Leader Dog for the blind in Rochester, Michigan looks at this subject and shares personal stories the wonder of friends. What type of friends do you have?2022-01-3146 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLiving WellIs your life out of balance? Do you feel you are living well? Need a bit of guidance to get you up and running in this new year? Dr. Karen Botsoe addresses what it means to live well. Your health is your wealth. Listen to this podcast and come away inspired to live different in 2022.2022-01-2332 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeUP And Away!What do you do when you feel live you have come to the close of a chapter in your life, and are ready to try something new? Julia Whetstone shares some personal tips to taking the next steps forward. We were not created to navigate life alone. Proverbs 3:5-6 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths." It's time to live life your best life now so Pray, Plan, and Pursue your God given purpose. The world awaits your presence.2022-01-1512 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeMoving Beyond The ReflectionMoving Beyond The Reflection   "If you always do what you've always done, you'll always be where you've always been." - T. D. Jakes. As we come to the close of 2021, It's time to do things different. Are you ready to live intentionally so that at the end of 2022, you can look back and smile. Happy New Year family, Lets live the Candid Life together!!!2021-12-3107 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeSeize The Day!Mohammad Ali said, " The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life." That's a sobering thought. Where are you on your life's journey? Are you marking time or making moments count? Dolapo Awofala and Lydia reflect and look ahead at this significant mile stone.2021-12-2746 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeThe Yin and Yang of Christmas: The Holidays Part 3Some people look forward to the holidays, others dread it. Where do you stand? The reality is that we can't escape it, we do need to learn to embrace it as difficult as it may be. As we gather this year with friends and family, can I encourage all of us to reach out to the lonely and the stranger. This season will be most meaningful when we focus on the central theme of sharing Love and bringing Joy to the world. Seasons Greetings! Join me and Jeff Orzechowski.2021-12-1924 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeA Time to Remember:The Holidays- Part 2What Does Christmas Mean to you? Eugenia Schuppius describes this season as a time of reflection. Listen as she sings her favorite songs in response. What song brings meaning to this season for you?2021-12-1512 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeTis The Season- The Holidays Part 1Holiday season has begun and Christmas is 10 days away! Is it light, camera, and action for you! How are you preparing for this holiday season? What does the season mean to you and your family? Karen answers these questions through her words and music. Enjoy!2021-12-1542 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeNight SongsWhat song do you sing when you are going through a challenging season? Is it one of prayer, praise, despair, or complaint? The power of life and death is in your words! This morning as I was walking in my kitchen in thoughtful reflection, I looked closely at the The Candid Life picture on my wall and noticed the words "Can" and "Did". I realized that having a mindset that you "Can" propels you to do things. Then one day you can look back and say I "Did" it! Philippians 4:13 says, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens...2021-12-0517 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeLiving The WordDid you know your words matter? Did you know there is power in your words. Your tongue is small, but it's impact is great! So what are you doing with this power? Meet Russell Mukes aka Alopex, a prolific and passionate Christian poet who describes himself as a Christian militant. Tune in to listen Russell's story of how he fell into writing, listen to his poetry and ready yourself to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to make a difference with your words.2021-12-0348 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeTaking Care of Aging ParentsDo you have aging parents or a loved one of whom you are the primary care giver? Feeling overwhelmed by the task? This episode covers important ways of taking care of your loved ones while taking care of yourself as well. Join Lydia and her brother Peter Botsoe as they discuss their experiences and share some nuggets of encouragement.2021-11-1532 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeThrough Sickness and In HealthLoving your spouse in sickness and in health is more than words spoken before witnesses when you get married. These words can be really be tested. This episode will challenge your ideas about loving and serving selflessly. Learn from Rene Botsoe, a God- fearing man with 55 years of marriage under his belt and a retired teacher who later pivoted to health care.2021-11-1543 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeI'm Still LearningWould you consider yourself a lifelong learner or did you stop after you retired? There is no such thing as retirement in Angelica Botsoe's book. After leaving her profession in nursing, she didn't retire, she re-fired! This episode will challenge you to carpe diem -"Seize the day!"2021-11-1537 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeNew Beginnings"Change is enviable, growth is optional", John Maxwell. These words ring true with every season of our lives. Are you a student leaving home and going off to college? Trying to find your peeps and get into a rhythm that helps you leave your mark in this new world? Ese's move to Chicago will inspire you as he shares about his "Blank Space, Finding his place, and Running his race."2021-11-1529 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeWhat is The Candid Life?People often talk about being authentic, but what does it mean to live candid? This episode explores what this means and how to live each day with purpose and find a supportive community.2021-11-1516 minThe Candid LifeThe Candid LifeDigging DeeperDoes your life matter? Does your story Matter? It's time to dig deeper. Tune in and turn up the volume as you listen to be inspired, Challenged, and Empowered to live differently through the stories told be people just like you. It's time to Live the Candid Life and impact the world around you.2021-11-1200 min