It's Your Life Podcast

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It's Your Life with Dr. James JC Cooley a motivational speaker here to equip you to strive for greatness and overcome adversity. Life is a series of circles and cycles, phases, and stages. These are the experiences that teach you the lessons of life. You can either ignore them or EMBRACE them. Dr. Cooley offers motivation and inspiration for life's challenges.

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"How To Ease Holiday Stress" with Paula Shaw, Life Transitions Coach and Grief Specialist, Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Media Host
20-11-2023
"How To Ease Holiday Stress" with Paula Shaw, Life Transitions Coach and Grief Specialist, Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Media Host
Tis the season for Holiday Stress! Don't let the expectations of the Holidays get you down. Check out these six tips to keep your mental health in check and get through the Holidays unscathed! -   Getting to know Life Transitions Coach and Grief Specialist, Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Media Host Paula Shaw-   Why is Holiday Stress Real?-   How to Survive the Holidays Keeping your Mental Health intact.-   Six Tips To Survive the Holidays!Paula Shaw is a Life Transitions Coach and Grief Specialist. She is also a Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and Media Host on her own show, Change It Up Radio with Paula Shaw.For more than 25 years, Paula has been dedicated to helping people navigate the stress of Change and Challenge using mind/body tools and techniques. She is a founding member of the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology.She has degrees in Education and Communications from Long Beach State University, as well as graduate counseling credentials in Grief and in Addictive Disorders, from Loyola Marymount University.Paula is the author of several books, including "Chakras, The Magnificent Seven", "Grief...When Will This Pain Ever End?" and her latest book, "Saying the Right Thing When You Don’t Know What To Say."Website:  www.changeitupradio.comBrought to you by the J.C. Cooley Foundation, "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to Stop Hiding Out and Start Standing Out on LinkedIn," with Rhonda Sher,  LinkedIn Strategist
13-11-2023
How to Stop Hiding Out and Start Standing Out on LinkedIn," with Rhonda Sher, LinkedIn Strategist
Looking to take your LinkedIn game to the next level? 💪 In this podcast we talk to  Rhonda Sher, who is here to talk about leveraging LinkedIn to amp up your profile and generate appointments with your ideal prospects and referral partners - all in a friendly, non-salesy way! Tune in to learn how to stand out from the crowd and make an impact on LinkedIn! - Introducing Rhonda Sher - LinkedIn Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Business Networking Expert- What your LinkedIn profile must contain to stay out of the "LinkedIn Witness Protection Program"- How to use your LinkedIn Profile as your personal website - even if you have a website. - How to generate appointments with your ideal prospects and referral partners on LinkedIn without being salesy or sleazy- Why recommendations matter on LinkedIn and how to give and get them.Rhonda Sher is a nationally recognized expert in business networking and LinkedIn. She is the author of 6 books including the international best seller, Convert Your Connections to Cash and Relationships to Revenue.Rhonda is the expert at teaching CEO’s, speakers, authors, small business owners and entrepreneurs how to leverage LinkedIn and convert relationships to revenue. Rhonda’s natural humor, interactive approach and 20 years of business experience has brought her into the forefront as a sought-after national keynote speaker and trainer. She teaches powerful, practical techniques and insider secrets to take your Profile to Profit using LinkedIn.Rhonda has given thousands of talks including clients such as Blue Shield, NAWBO, NAIFA, Vistage to name a few. She has appeared on multiple television and radio shows and is a sought-after guest on podcasts and radio shows.Rhonda is married and has two amazing adult daughters and lives in Carlsbad, CA.Website: www.theshermethod.comBrought to you by the J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 2023 Hot topic: "An Hour of Peace." A discussion about the Israel-Palestine War
06-11-2023
October 2023 Hot topic: "An Hour of Peace." A discussion about the Israel-Palestine War
Adding our voices to the dialogue, in hopes of better understanding this complex conflict that has taken a toll on so many innocent lives.October 2023 Hot topic: "An Hour of Peace." A discussion about the Israel-Palestine War.Discussion panel:Cognitive Behavioral Coach, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Advisor Dr. Michael Mantell; Financial Consultant and Owner of Goldsmith Financial Joshua Goldsmith; President/CEO of At Your Home Familycare, Director, Board of Palomar Healthcare District – The Honorable Laurie Edwards-Tate, MS.Discussion points:- Root Causes:The Israel/Palestine war has deep-rooted historical, political, and religious causes dating back decades. Territorial Disputes: One of the core issues is the dispute over the control of territories, including Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem- Role of Hamas: Hamas, designated as a terrorist organization by some countries, is a key player in Gaza and often criticized for its use of violence.- Violent Escalations: The conflict is marked by periods of violence, with both sides engaging in military offensives, rocket attacks, and airstrikes.- Civilian casualties: including children, have been a tragic consequence of this ongoing conflict.- International Mediation: Various international entities and countries have attempted to mediate and negotiate peace, but a lasting resolution has remained elusive.- United States: How this war has affected the United States with protests and conflicting opinions.- Humanitarian Concerns: The conflict raises serious humanitarian concerns, including access to healthcare, clean water, and education in affected areas.Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."#AnHourOfPeace #EndtheConflict"Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WalletHub Study: California Ranks Among the Top 10 States with Bullying Problems
23-10-2023
WalletHub Study: California Ranks Among the Top 10 States with Bullying Problems
Christie Matherne – Personal Finance Writer and Editor at WalletHub.• Getting to know Christie Matherne – Personal Finance Writer and Editor at WalletHub• California is the state with the biggest bullying problems (ranks 1st). It ranks 1st for Bullying Prevalence, 5th for Bullying Impact & Treatment and 37th for Anti-Bullying Laws.• Discuss each category and some of the metrics where California ranks low.• Discuss California's anti-bullying laws.Christie has been a personal finance writer and editor at WalletHub for over 4 years. She enjoys hiking, crafting, and crunching data. Christie Matherne covers credit cards as a writer and editor for WalletHub.Christie entered print journalism as Entertainment Editor of a Baton Rouge college weekly at the start of a major rebranding operation in 2011. There, she honed story development, worked with freelancers and a wide range of sources, and interviewed celebrities like John Waters and Ice Cube.Her bylines can be found in 64 Parishes, Country Roads Magazine, Scalawag, The Advocate, Magazine, HuffPost Personal, DiningOut Denver and DiningOut Miami.Years of freelancing later, Matherne took further interest in all aspects of personal finance when she began shopping for her first home. As a freelancer, she faced a financing challenge in the real estate market, so she set out to improve her financial situation.Website: https://wallethub.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Debunking the Carrot Myth," with Dr. Rani Banik : Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained Neuro-Ophthalmologist, Associate Professor, and Author
09-10-2023
Debunking the Carrot Myth," with Dr. Rani Banik : Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained Neuro-Ophthalmologist, Associate Professor, and Author
Protect your vision this Fall! On our podcast, we are debunking common eye health myths and sharing seasonal foods to safeguard your eyes. Tune in for tips on protecting your eyes from too much screen time + which foods act as natural blue blockers.  Getting to know Dr. Rani Banik: Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, fellowship-trained Neuro-Ophthalmologist, Associate Professor, and Author • Debunking common eye health myths and sharing seasonal Fall foods to safeguard your audience's vision.• Provide tips on protecting your eyes from too much screen time. • Discuss which foods can serve as our natural blue blockers.• Discuss Dr. Banik’s book “Beyond Carrots”Website: https://rudranibanikmd.com/Dr. Rani Banik is America's Integrative Eye Doctor. She is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained neuro-ophthalmologist with additional certification in Integrative and Functional Medicine. She focuses on the root cause of eye diseases and uses integrative strategies for conditions such as thyroid eye disease, macular degeneration, cataract, dry eye, glaucoma, and other autoimmune diseases of the visual system.  Her treatments are based on nutrition, botanicals, lifestyle modification, essential oils, and supplements.  Dr. Banik’s latest book, “Beyond Carrots - Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z’ has won high praise from medical professionals in both the fields of ophthalmology and integrative medicine. “Beyond Carrots” focuses on the 30+ nutrients and 40 foods that best provide complete nutrition for your eyes. She has a companion cookbook as well called, “The Beyond Carrots Cookbook”, which includes more than 160 delicious and nutritious recipes that will be a feast for your eyes (available via Amazon and Kindle in print and eBook versions).Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ten natural ways you can reduce your risk of an enlarged prostate." Dr. Michael Garko, Nutritionist, Strauss Naturals
03-10-2023
Ten natural ways you can reduce your risk of an enlarged prostate." Dr. Michael Garko, Nutritionist, Strauss Naturals
It's time to take charge of your prostate health!  Find out more about natural and herbal remedies that can help manage BPH symptoms. Start your journey to better health today!  Getting to know Practicing Nutritionist Dr. Michael GarkoPrevalence of BPH with AgeDietary Interventions for BPH PreventionSupplements and BotanicalsLifestyle Changes for Prostate HealthBroader Benefits of Healthy Habits Dr. Michael Garko is a nationally recognized, credentialed nutritionist who is devoted to helping his clients and others take charge of their health. He earned a master’s degree in human nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. Dr. Garko produced and hosted the popular health talk radio show called Let’s Talk Nutrition which aired for two hours a day five days a week in over 500 cities coast-to-coast and was streamed around the world. He believes nutrition is the driving force by which health is created, sustained, and reclaimed. Dr. Garko also passionately believes that your health is your wealth, and your health is the wealth of those who care about and love you. He currently serves as spokesperson and nutritional consultant for Strauss Naturals.Website: https://straussnaturals.com/ask-dr-garko/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Leadership For The Future" with Thom Dennis - Best-Selling Author, Podcaster, Writer, and Voice Over Actor
12-09-2023
"Leadership For The Future" with Thom Dennis - Best-Selling Author, Podcaster, Writer, and Voice Over Actor
Introducing CEO, International Speaker, Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Podcaster, Writer, and Voice Over Actor Thom Dennis“Serenity in Leadership.”The importance of organizational culture and what happens when it’s ignored.Why is there so much harassment and bullying? Thom is a ground-breaking thought leader. He’s gone from engineer, pilot, officer in the British Royal Marines, and healer to coach, facilitator, writer, podcaster, agent of change & public speaker. He holds a Master’s in the psychology of change and is focused on rebalancing the Masculine and Feminine in men and women in society and business because he sees this as a clear route to healthy cultures where everyone is included, and where harassment, bullying and the abuse of power are all eliminated.He is an international speaker, voiceover actor and Amazon #1 published author and has been featured on both BBC TV News and radio and as a thought leader in over 320 articles in industry-leading publications such as CEO Review, HR.com, HR Zone and HR Director in just the last two years.As the CEO of Serenity in Leadership, Thom has been hired by global banking, pharmaceutical, energy and engineering brands such as Citigroup, Royal Bank of Scotland, Pfizer, AstraZeneca, GSK, Conoco Phillips, Shell, BP, Centrica, and Transocean to name just a few. He's passionate about improving cultures and bringing awareness to those in positions of power so they understand themselves more deeply and care about the impact they have on their people and the environment. The leadership that got us to where we are today is not the leadership that will successfully take us forward – Thom is working with the leaders of the future who know they need to adopt the new skills for tomorrow’s challenges.Company Website: https://www.serenityinleadership.com/Retreat website: https://www.leadingthroughthevoid.com/Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Retiring Strong: Building A Secure and Fulfilling Retirement
08-08-2023
Retiring Strong: Building A Secure and Fulfilling Retirement
Joshua Goldsmith, Goldsmith Financial and Dr. Clement E. Johnson Jr. ClemTech LLC.• The ultimate goal to financial independence in retirement.• The transition from pre-retirement to post-retirement.• The various investment vehicles to maximize your retirement income.• Overcoming obstacles and embracing your retirement journey.Joshua Goldsmith is a financial consultant and owner of Goldsmith Financial. He is a retirement specialist and helps clients generate lifetime income from their retirement savings. For over 15 years Mr. Goldsmith has been offering financial guidance to help his clients navigate the pitfalls standing between them achieving their financial goals. He is an expert in helping clients select the most appropriate investments to match their life stage, risk tolerance and income needs. Website: www.goldsmithfinancial.netDr. Clement E. Johnson’s company ClemNet works with business, federal, states, and local governments. ClemNet specializes in operational technology (OT) networks cybersecurity and services. Dr. Johnson served 24 years on active duty in the Marine Corps as a field artillery operation chief. He retired at the rank of E8 Master Sergeant. As a Marine, Clement was instrumental in the development of automated fire support targeting, networks, and fire support system development. Clement was a fire support systems instructor for the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF). He remains the only artilleryman to attend the Joint Automated Intelligence course in Dam Neck VA. He integrated automated fire support in both gulf wars and across our nation in every combatant command. He has managed federal government programs that continue to provide the capability to our Nation.Website: www.clemtechllc.comBrought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is the Heat Affecting Your Business?
01-08-2023
Is the Heat Affecting Your Business?
Dr. Vernice Nellon - Kool Breeze Solar Hats.• Introducing Entrepreneur, Founder, Author, and Product Development Coach Dr. Vernice Nellon• Discuss the issue of heat illnesses.• Discuss the topic of heat preparation.• After the heat is over, what next?Dr. Vernice Nellon, is the owner of Kool Breeze Solar Hats, Inc & Kool Breeze Solar Hard Hats, Inc. She manufactures her own patented renewable energy solar cooling hats in Central California. She currently sells her hats all over the world and has been featured on the TODAY show, Make me a Millionaire Inventor, and CBS47 – just to name a few. She is the only Minority Women-Owned Solar Hat Manufacturing Company in the United States. Her hats can be purchased in Walmart, Amazon, ACE Hardware, HSN, True Value, and many other social media platforms. Aside from being a CEO, Dr. Nellon is also a product development coach. She coaches women innovators and helps them to make their ideas come to life. With her experience and the aim to help women inventors, she wrote a book entitled, “The World of Manufacturing; Through the Eye of a Minority Woman.” The target audiences of the book are the woman inventors who have brilliant ideas but do not know how to make it come true. The book, along with the workbooks, contains the important aspects to consider as an inventor and the tips on how to turn those ideas to profits.  Website: www.koolbreezesolarhats.com  Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mirror Truth: Embracing Your Authentic Beauty
25-07-2023
Mirror Truth: Embracing Your Authentic Beauty
Dr. Michael Mantell, Cognitive Behavioral Coach, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Advisor.• Introducing Cognitive Behavioral Coach, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Advisor  Dr. Michael Mantell.• The key symptoms of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).• The causes of  Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).• The key treatments being used for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).• How to prevent Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).For nearly 50 years Dr. Mantell has been helping people of all ages and backgrounds disturb themselves less and create lasting positive change with his compassion-based rational emotive behavior coaching methods.Dr. Michael R. Mantell, earned his Ph.D. at the University of Pennsylvania after completing his M.S. degree in Clinical Psychology at Hahnemann Medical College. He has served as Chief Psychologist for Children's Hospital of San Diego, Chief Psychologist for the San Diego Police Department, Chief Behavior Science Consultant for the American Council on Exercise, co-founder/Chief Science Officer of Plus Size Certified, Inc., and as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UCSD Medical School. He is a guest lecturer at the Point Loma Nazarene University’s Integrative Wellness program.Dr. Mantell is a member of the Science Advisory Council of the International Council on Active Aging, a longtime member of SAG/AFTRA (since 1981) through which he has brought psychology to the public for decades in broadcast and print media including Good Morning America, Oprah, Larry King, Men’s Health, Women’s Health, and has been a keynote speaker at national and international health-fitness related conferences. He has hosted several long-running podcasts, including “15 Minutes To Wellness” for the American Council on Exercise. He has been featured in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, and many other news and popular publications.He led three-day intensive programs for the American Society of Hematology on Physician Wellness and Burnout and presents a twice monthly “Optimal Living Series” for the same organization. Dr. Mantell has written, to date, nearly 80 columns for Arianna Huffington’s Thrive Global on “Emotional Education Through COVID-19.” He has written four books, including his first in 1988, “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff PS: It’s All Small Stuff,” “Ticking Bombs: Defusing Violence in the Workplace,” and “The Link is What You Think.”  His clients range from law firms and medical practices, corporate organizations, entertainment celebrities and companies, gym and health clubs, individuals, couples, families, and pro & elite amateur athletes. Website:  www.drmichaelmantell.comBrought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow.Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental and Emotional Self-care for women
18-07-2023
Mental and Emotional Self-care for women
Dr. Mary Archibald - West Florida Counseling Services, LLC and Alisha Landrum - FirstService Residential.• Introducing Licensed Mental Health Clinician and owner of West Florida Counseling Services, LLC Dr. – Dr. Mary Archibald.  Also getting to know Regional Director, Doctoral Student, and advanced grief counseling specialist Alisha Landrum.• The importance of Self-care.• What is Compassion Fatigue?• Discuss the issues regarding Mental wellness.• Discuss the Self-Care BootcampDr. Mary Archibald, PhD, LMHC, CAGCS holds a PhD in Psychology, Master of Science in Professional Counseling, and a Master of Arts Human Services Health and Wellness. She is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician in the State of Florida and owner of West Florida Counseling Services LLC, a faith-based private practice offering services in various theoretical orientations and specializations. Dr. Archibald is passionate about destigmatizing mental health and promoting mental wellness in the community. She actively engages in public speaking events, workshops, and community outreach programs to raise awareness about mental health and provide education on self-care strategies and coping mechanisms.Alisha Landrum is a regional director for FirstService Residential, a property management company in Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. With over 18 years’ experience in the property management industry, Landrum provides training, mentoring, and coaching for the community association manager (CAMs), maintenance teams, and property personnel offering continuous development of customer service initiatives as a state certified CEU and board certification instructor.Landrum holds an advanced grief counseling specialization where she helps clients identify and process chronic, prolonged, and complicated grief with Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Trauma treatment. Brought to you by J.C. Cooley Foundation  "Equipping the Youth of Today for the Challenges of Tomorrow."Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.