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Curious about Astrology? Do you believe in the divination of stars and planets movements helping guide and assist you in your pursuit of Happiness, Blessings, and Abundance? If your answer is YES, Join Susan Miller and me on Wednesday, March 16, from 10 - 11 A.M. CT US. Our conversation is about her remarkable life's journey. Learn how alignments of the planets and stars when you were born and how they align now can contribute to your success, prosperity, and living your life's purpose! Susan Miller is an internationally known astrologer, author, columnist, and TV personality. She is the to-go astrologer with detailed and highly accurate predictions. She has appeared on "Good Morning America," "The View," "Access Hollywood," Yahoo.com, Washington Post, "Entertainment Tonight," "Fox and Friends," CBS national, CNN's "American Morning," CNBC's "On The Money," and ESPN. Her articles are in Huffington Post, Wall Street Journal, NY Observer, New York Times, NY Daily News, and featured profiles in magazines in Chi

Would you like to communicate with your Angels? If so, the heavenly divination card deck Angel Quest Oracle created by Karen Noé and Marie Antoinette Kelley will enhance the communication between you and your angels so that you may move forward in life with comfort and protection. For those seeking guidance from above, the Angel Quest Oracle will serve as your guide to connecting with the celestial realm. Karen Noé is the founder of the Angel Quest Center in Waldwick, New Jersey, where she teaches classes, gives readings, and practices alternative healing. She is a renowned psychic medium, spiritual counselor, and healer with a two-year waiting list for appointments and consultations. Karen is also the author of several books, and this is her first oracle deck. Marie Antoinette Kelley is a self-taught artist who has done hundreds of portraits. Her work is well known throughout Montana. Marie Antoinette’s art has been featured in local magazines and newspapers, such as the Billings Gazette, Rural Montana, Th

Join Amy Newmark, publisher of Chicken Soup for the Soul, and me on Wednesday, February 23, 10-11 A.M. CT U.S. We will have a conversation about how we all have inner reserves of strength, positive thinking, resilience, and creativity just waiting to be used when needed to provide comfort, compassion, and advice in grief, loss, and healing. Losing a loved one, whether a child, a spouse, a parent or grandparent, a sibling, a friend, or a pet, is a difficult process all have to work through. Everyone goes through grieving in their own way, but it helps to learn what worked for other people. A timely new Chicken Soup for the Soul: Grieving, Loss, and Healing is a collection of stories addressing this need, with 101 personal, revealing stories from people who share their grieving and healing experiences. The book is like a portable support group for anyone in mourning. It provides readers with comfort and compassion—and when they’re ready to start moving forward, advice on how to do that. The stories are shor

Are you looking to discover a way to regroup, redesign, and relaunch yourself in 2022? Can you use a little assistance in rekindling the spark within to create the life you envisioned? If your answer is Yes, join Ann Papayoti and me on Wednesday, February 9, 10 A.M. - 11 A.M. CST US. Our conversation will be about her remarkable life's journey and how her book, The Gift of Shift: Discover the Key within to Unlock Your Best Life, can help you experience the harmony, joy, and happiness you deserve! Ann Papayoti is the founder of SkyView Coaching. She is an international life, leadership, and relationship coach, speaker, writer, educator, and co-author of The Gift of Shift, an intimate self-help book. Ann is an Expert Contributor for YourTango Media and has been featured on MSN, Google, Yahoo, and Apple News. She has spoken at conferences, summits, and commemorations, both live and online, throughout North America. Ann captivates, educates, and inspires audiences through sharing her personal experiences of loss

Are you looking for a spark to create a New You in 2022? Do you need a little assistance in finding clarity for your Vision for the new year? Can you use some tips in creating the Happiness you deserve? If your answer is Yes to any of these questions, let Lisa Caprelli and me help you! Lisa Caprelli is a Latina Entrepreneur, Award-Winning Children's Book Author of The Unicorn Jazz Book Series, Publisher, Songwriter, Forbes Contributor, Speaker, and Brand Creator. She has authored 18 books and is the producer and director of "Unicorn Jazz Presents The Thing I Do" - a family show on Amazon TV. Lisa grew up with humble beginnings in the sun city of El Paso, Texas. Lisa is the first generation in her family to graduate from college, graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Social Psychology. Her quest to study human behavior and teaching is seen in her author visits and school visits with kids, parents, and educators. She believes in community outreach and started volunteering with hosp

As part of our New Year, New Me for 2022, perhaps it is time for us to learn more about "Numbers" and A Simple Way We Can Transform Misfortune into Fortune! Jesse Kalsi is a world-renowned numerologist specializing in residential and business Numerology. He provides valuable insight into the power of numbers and how they affect our lives. His books, The Power of Home Numbers and All About Numbers, bring awareness and understanding of this phenomenon by combining his Eastern upbringing with his Western experience. Jesse has positively affected thousands of people's lives for over twenty years. His clients include prominent business people and highly successful communication and entertainment companies. He has appeared on radio and television shows in the U.S. and has amazed audiences with his unique perspective on Numerology. Jesse is a successful real estate broker and a Certified Federal Aviation Administration Flight Instructor with a commercial pilot's license. He received his Bachelor's Degree in India

After a Challenging Year, this year’s holiday season will be different with more families getting together in person. From Hanukkah to Christmas and New Year’s Eve, the joyful spirit can be experienced traditionally with secret Santa’s gifts or conducting an office party over Zoom! Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Blessings of Christmas - 101 Tales of Holiday Joy, Kindness and Gratitude, will get everyone into the mood of celebration. It is also the time of the year when communities come together and make Christmas memorable for families going through hard times with the joy of giving. Through very creative ways, we can make our holidays even more fun than ever! As always, Royalties from Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Blessings of Christmas will go to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program, which creates miracles for millions of families every year by providing holiday gifts to children in need in the U.S. “We always use royalties from our books to support nonprofit organizations. We’re honored

Just in time for the Holidays, Chicken Soup for the Soul is reintroducing a beautiful hardcover gift edition of its 2009 Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Women with an inspirational foreword from Jennifer Sands, 9/11 widow, Christian author and speaker, seen on national Christian radio and television programs. The 101 unique, daily devotions, each with scripture, a true story, and a custom-written prayer collection, make an excellent gift for yourself or someone you love. Women from all walks of life and all ages share the stories of their personal experiences of friendship, faith, and comfort that affirm God's unconditional love and His wisdom. Co-authors Susan Heim and Karen Talcott will be sharing their personal experiences regarding this wonderful collaboration and stories from other contributors. Susan Heim is an author, editor, and library marketer, specializing in parenting, multiples, Christian and women's issues. She is a longtime editor and co-author for the bestselling Chicken S

November is National Family Caregivers Month. It is the time to recognize and honor all family caregivers who tirelessly care for their loved ones!  Many family caregivers are the primary source of support for their loved ones. Since they also work while providing care, they experience significant emotional, physical, and financial tolls. As nearly half of all caregivers are over age 50, many are vulnerable to an escalating decline in their health, as well.  The founder of Caregiver Wellness, Denise Schaub, was a successful attorney and recent candidate for probate judge when her world changed suddenly, pivoting her into a new personal journey of caring for her mother diagnosed with dementia. Denise used her active listening expertise from 15 years of practicing law to catalyze transformative healing and empower carers of elderly loved ones. Her experience of transitioning from near burnout to integrating self-care and wellness into her caregiving lifestyle became the essence of her success. It led her to b

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. It shines a spotlight on the most common form of dementia. There is no cure for this disease, and it currently affects nearly 5.4 million Americans. Raising awareness about the disease also highlights the increasing support for caregivers and other available resources. Rosie 2.0 has been called a senior's Alexa or Google Home. It's a SiMPL Technology solution for memory loss patients and their caregivers. Rosie is a talking alarm clock that allows family members and caregivers to record reminders in their familiar voices to remind memory loss patients to take their meds, eat meals, and keep important appointments. One three-month study conducted by Toronto Central Community Care Access Centre found Rosie helped 86 percent of patients with poor medication compliance increase it to 80 percent compliance. It also projected that savings from home care professionals utilizing Rosie could range between $3,000 and $6,000 each year. Gary Rotman and Bruce Ba

“We all have hidden reserves of strength and resilience, just waiting for us to call on them,” says Amy Newmark, author, editor-in-chief, and publisher of Chicken Soup for the Soul. “That’s why we surprise ourselves by making it through the inevitable challenges that we face as we navigate the ups and downs of life, and even more so during the past couple of years of the pandemic.” Chicken Soup for the Soul’s 101 stories of Tough Times Won’t Last But Tough People Will, introduces readers to role models who describe how they made it through their own tough times, COVID-related or not, whether they faced financial challenges, health issues, relationship troubles, loss and grieving, natural disasters, or any of the other ways in which life can go off track. The book is like a portable support group for anyone looking for a boost of confidence and an infusion of positive thinking. Join Amy Newmark and me on Tuesday, November 2, 10-11 A.M. CT U.S. We will have a conversation about what we can learn from courageo

Do you have a dark secret that's holding you back from loving yourself? After multiple breakdowns, while managing a bipolar disorder, four kids, and trying to keep up the visage she had created, Deirdre Maloney finally felt the world crashing down on her. The skeletons in her closet were on the attack, and if she didn’t deal with her past, it was going to deal with her. Sexual abuse, rape, and underage prostitution are only the beginning of Deirdre Maloney’s story. She digs into her darkest secrets to release the relentless thoughts of not being good enough. Deirdre's memoir, Unfold Me is a lesson on self-acceptance in the most profound way. She believes we must face the darkest parts of ourselves to be wholehearted. The unfolding of herself, who felt so much shame for the life she led as a young adult, will help you connect with a side of yourself that will bring you home to your truth! Walking through the fire of complex emotions is the only way to move forward. Today, as layers of Deirdre's life unfolde

Do you want a guidebook of proven strategies that can transform your life and your relationship to Money as quickly as overnight? If your answer is Yes, this is the show for YOU!   Margaret Donahue and Madeline Gerwick'saward-winning Money is an Energy Game is a 300-Page "Encyclopedia" of Money Attraction Tools with comprehensive energy-altering strategies to jumpstart your business and personal Prosperity and create a robust financial future. Margaret (Peg) Donahue is a highly skilled business and personal consultant, teacher, and coach specializing in feng shui, clearing energies and blockages, and refocusing clients to live authentic, prosperous lives. Peg holds an MBA from Boston University and a BA from Georgetown University. She taught and certified feng shui practitioners for seven years at her school, The New England Center for Feng Shui and Intuitive Arts, in addition to an eight-year collaboration with Karen Kallie of Living Energy Works. Madeline Gerwick is an internationally recognized, certifi

Would you like clarity to help you discern the truth so that you can plan the future of your design? Can you use a helping hand in rediscovering your potential and all the possibilities that await you? Jim Phillips is a LIFE Strategist, Speaker, and America's Leading Authority on Living in Full Expression. He wrote the book on it, The Key to LIFE: living in full expression. Jim has spent 30 plus years inspiring others to higher levels of achievement and understanding through his strategy sessions, coaching, writing, and more than 20 International Business Conference presentations. He is a bestselling author with 3 books to his credit, including "From Inspiration to Intention" and a collaborative book titled "The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care, 25 tools for Stress Relief." Jim is a featured expert in "Becoming the Keys," a movie in The Key Movies Trilogy alongside other notables as don Miguel Ruiz (The Four Agreements), Dr. Joe Vitale (The Secret) and Dannion Brinkley (Saved by the Light), Mic

Do you need some advice on how to transition as a family to emerge from the pandemic bubble going forward during this school year and into the holiday season? Florence Ann Romano, A Childcare and Village Advocate, is here to help you in your journey! Known as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann has worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. She is also an author and philanthropist who has always had a special place in her heart for children. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. She has been

Ever wonder how do cats do it? They’re surprisingly clever, ever curious, and so caring about their human staff members. When we rescue them, they rescue us back. They brighten our days, act as our therapists, and become our best friends—without saying a word. You’ll find yourself laughing a lot, tearing up at times, and nodding your head in recognition as you read these tales about the magical experience of sharing life with a cat. From hilarious to heroic, mischievous to miraculous, and everything in between, you will recognize your cat in this entertaining collection of stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Clever, Curious, Caring Cat - 101 Tales of Feline Friendship. Chicken Soup for the Soul is donating royalties from this book to American Humane. This effort is part of the company’s widespread support for animal shelters and pet adoption, including the donation of Chicken Soup for the Soul pet food to shelters across the country. Join Amy Newmark and me on Tuesday, Sept 7, 10-11 A.M. CT U.S. We wi

Ever wonder how do dogs do it? They somehow magically brighten our days, act as our therapists, and become our best friends without saying a word. They’re frequently hilarious, often heroic, and surprisingly human, too. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, they rose to the occasion and transformed that stay-at-home experience. Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Hilarious, Heroic, Human Dog will have dog lovers laughing, tearing up, and nodding their heads in recognition as they dive into 101 heartwarming stories about all the ways in which dogs enrich our lives, bond our families, and make us better people. We learn so much from our canine companions, and along the way they keep us company, provide unconditional love, and share in the ups and downs of our lives. If we rescued them, they rescue us back. If we’re sad, they comfort us. If we need to have more fun, they show us how. They are our protectors, our role models, and full family members. And when they’re mischievous? Well, they can get away with just

Do you know what your SPIRITUAL DNA is? Aren't you curious about how your past influences your present and perhaps will govern your future? After examining the lives of thousands of individuals across five thousand years, Carmel Niland saw patterns in behavior, character traits, and life purpose that allowed her to connect each individual to specific Ascended Masters. Guided by renowned mystics, she realized that, just as we carry physical DNA that shapes us across generations, we also carry an energetic code or spiritual DNA that links us back to the very source of our origins -- a divine ancestry linking us directly back to God. Carmel Niland is the former CEO and leader of various government agencies on gender, racial equality, human rights, and child protection in New South Wales, Australia. She became well-known for fighting against sexual harassment and discrimination and advocating for women's and Aboriginal rights. Raised in a Catholic family, Carmel has always felt a deep connection to spirit. Her

When Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul was published in 1997, and Chicken Soup for the Preteen Soul was published in 2000, both books quickly became the go-to source of comfort and advice for a whole generation of teenagers and preteens, selling more than ten million of copies around the world.  Both books have continued to support teenagers and preteens as they go through adolescence and remain one of the iconic publisher’s most popular classic titles. Today’s parents were the preteens and teenagers who were reading the books two decades ago. They are now buying these new anniversaries editions for their children. The anniversary editions have been revised and updated, with two dozen brand-new stories added to the existing, classic stories from the first edition. The new stories cover various topics, including being a preteen during the pandemic, social media and technology, and many other modern-day issues.  According to Amy Newmark, publisher and editor-in-chief of Chicken Soup for the Soul, “Stories th

Creativity, imagination, foresight, gut feelings, intuition, and a heightened ability to "read" every situation will give every individual a successful edge. These attributes will allow business leaders to see multiple moves ahead of the competition and draw brave conclusions that others will not be able to access. Jen Ward is a dynamic healer, executive coach, and group facilitator. She has devoted her life to helping others unlock their true potential. She is also an accomplished writer and poet. As the creator of The Spiritual Freedom Technique (SFT) tapping protocol, Jen assists executives and leadership teams in resolving complex dynamics into simple, easy-to-manage interactions that allow the most challenging business situations to conclude successfully with grace. Jen's extraordinary and challenging personal journey has gifted her with a unique ability to perceive energy and read akashic records. She works with clients to see and remove the blockages to happiness and effectiveness that exist within