Written by: Dr. Belynder Walia, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Financial success is a common goal among many people, yet for some, it remains elusive. Often, individuals struggle to make ends meet, facing many financial obstacles that hinder their progress. These obstacles are commonly referred to as "money blocks," which are limiting beliefs and negative thoughts that hold people back from achieving financial freedom. This article will explore techniques to help individuals overcome money blocks and achieve financial success. Recognising Your Money Blocks The first step to overcoming money blocks is to recognise them. These limiting beliefs can vary from person to person, but common examples include "money is the root of all evil" or "rich people are greedy." These beliefs can manifest themselves in different ways, such as overspending, under-saving or avoiding financial conversations. Individuals can challenge and replace these beliefs with more positive and empowering thoughts by identifying them. Changing Your Mindset To overcome money blocks, individuals need to change their mindset. A mindset focused on abundance rather than scarcity is essential to achieving financial success. Believe that there is enough money to go around and that you have the potential to achieve financial freedom. When you have a positive mindset, you are more likely to take action towards your financial goals. Changing your perspective can be challenging but essential to achieving financial success. Creating a Budget Creating a budget is a crucial step to overcoming money blocks. A budget helps individuals identify where their money is going and can help them identify areas where they can cut back on expenses. By creating a budget, individuals can take control of their finances and start making progress towards their financial goals. In addition, budgeting can help individuals identify where they can save money and adjust their spending habits. Creating a budget is not always easy, but it is essential to achieving financial success. Practising Gratitude Practising gratitude can help individuals overcome money blocks by shifting their focus from what they lack to what they have. Take time each day to reflect on the good things in your life, including your financial situation. By focusing on the positive, you can attract more positive experiences and opportunities into your life. Gratitude can help individuals appreciate what they have and reduce the feeling of scarcity that often accompanies money blocks. Increasing Your Financial Literacy One of the best ways to overcome money blocks is to increase your financial literacy. Read books, attend seminars, and take courses on personal finance and money management. By increasing your knowledge, you can gain the confidence and skills you need to achieve financial freedom. Financial literacy is essential for making informed financial decisions and taking control of your finances. Individuals who lack financial knowledge may make poor financial decisions that can hinder their progress towards success. Seeking Professional Help If individuals are struggling to overcome money blocks, they should consider seeking professional help. A financial advisor, coach, or therapist can provide guidance and support to help them overcome their limiting beliefs and achieve financial success. Seeking professional help is not a sign of weakness but a step towards taking control of one's goals. In conclusion, money blocks can prevent individuals from achieving financial success, but these can be overcome. These techniques are not easy, and individuals may face setbacks, but with determination and persistence, they can overcome their money blocks and achieve financial success. Remember, financial success is attainable with the right mindset, knowledge, and actions. Follow Belynder on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and visit her website for more info. Read more from Dr. Walia! Dr. Belynder Walia, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Belynder Walia is a leading Psychotherapist who helps people who need a swift, effective solution to a current problem that negatively impacts their lives. She's worked with a wide variety of people, from stay-at-home carers to experts and celebrities in the public eye. Having suffered from Perinatal Anxiety, she focuses on enabling others to learn, heal and grow from pain. Belynder is the founder of Serene Lifestyles, an online and on-set psychotherapy practice at www.serenelifestyles.com. Her ground-breaking methods include a combination of Psychotherapy and Neuroplasticity to help align the THREE Brains (the head, heart, and gut). She's in many publications, including Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Harpers Bazaar, The Moment, Planet Mindful, and Thrive Global. She’s featured on the front cover of Passion Vista as one of the women to look up to 2022. Belynder is also writing her first non-fiction book, to help people radically change their minds to change their lives.

Fresh back from maternity leave after having her 4th, Dr. Toni gets real transparent with us about her life experiences and how they’ve informed her mission in life in business, in marriage and in parenting. Psychotherapist, high level mentor, speaker and author of a best selling Amazon book The Reset, A High Achievers Guide to Freedom and Fulfillment, Dr. Toni doesn’t disappoint as she shares about challenges and triumphs in this must read interview. Dr. Toni Warner, Success Mentor for Parents + Professionals Introduce yourself! Please tell us about you and your life, so we can get to know you better. I’m a mom of 4 beautiful children (13, 9, 5 and 15 weeks old). I was a single mom at the age of 21, but that didn’t stop me from completing my bachelors program and walking across the stage to obtain my first college degree the very next year, with my daughter on my hip. I continued on to further my education and career as a single mom for several years before dating my now-husband and creating our blended family together. I’m now married to a computer guy, and we are opposites in so many ways! I’ve learned and grown a lot through the unexpected challenges that come with creating a life with and parenting with another person. What is your work inspired by? In the past, I’d struggled with my own mental health and in early adulthood I also burnt out. Those were hard times. People think of burn out as just a work kind of thing but it’s more than that; burn out is personal and it can happen in our intimate relationships too. Mental health challenges like anxiety, depression and trauma just complicate the matter further. My own personal experiences with these things fuel my passion for my work in such a profound way. I’m the black and white daughter of divorced pastors and spent a good portion of my childhood as an overweight tomboy. I was also a new girl a lot, due to moving between both parents' churches and houses. As a kid, I struggled to feel like I fit in. In fact, I was secretly struggling with bulimia and cutting by the time I was only 12 years old. Since I was a gifted student, a well-behaved kid, kept my feelings to myself and I socialized well, people didn’t know about my hidden struggles. I’d go on to struggle with depression and anxiety for many years- well into my young adulthood experience. I’d always wanted to feel like I had roots somewhere; I wanted to feel connected in a really meaningful way, but it seemed like the typical ways other people related to each other didn’t work for me. Like, I just didn’t fit into categories that other people seemed to, and that is the perspective I held throughout the formative years of my life. So at a young age, I realized that if I over-worked and over-gave, then I’d temporarily feel like I was wanted, needed or of value in some way. It wouldn’t be until decades later that I’d realize that many people feel the way that I felt, even though I thought I was the only one at the time. Because of my childhood experiences, I decided at a very young age that I wanted to be a mom and I wanted to be a professional helper who impacted people's lives in a really meaningful way. In my mind, those were ways that I could feel meaningfully connected and also feel like I belonged. Fast forward to now, and my past experiences continue to inspire me and my work, but not because I feel like I have anything to prove (which I used to feel). Instead, my experiences inspire my work because I’ve learned how much is truly possible, regardless of past challenges. The pains of my past don’t define me, instead, they help to refine me, which actually enables me to show up more powerfully for those I support. I tend to serve and attract people with the most ambitious and/or most caring hearts because they resonate with my own story and journey, both personally and professionally. If you could change one thing about your industry, what would it be and why? I fall into numerous industry categories, like healthcare, mental health, business and coaching. I think a fair way to sum up those industries is to collectively call them service-based leadership industries. If I were to change one thing about these leadership industries, it would be how they measure and talk about “success”. In fact, redefining success is a pivotal part of my mission, both personally and professionally. Success is way too often measured using unhealthy standards. In the mental health field, “success” is often measured by the amount of self-sacrifice you’ve made in service to others, which leads to epidemic levels of burn out. In the business and coaching realms, “success” is often measured by either fame through reputation or via financial wealth. In pursuit of those forms of “success”, far too many people wind up feeling unfulfilled, stuck, lonely or burnt out. Ultimately, the results of measuring “success” in these ways wind up negatively impacting the relationships or health of the well-intended service-based leader. I believe the meaning of life is to learn and to grow as we meaningfully connect and contribute while allowing as much joy, love, passion and purpose as possible. If we are doing that, then we are living a life well lived. To me, living a life well lived is the true measurement of “success”. So if we were to redefine success in those terms, then we would be focusing our time, efforts and energy in very different ways. Wealth and influence can still result from living this kind of “successful” life. In fact, I’d argue that wealth and influence could both be used more meaningfully and enjoyed more thoroughly, if we revised our definition of success in this way. How do you help your clients, what is your business name and what’s the mission? I care about the intersection of mental and spiritual health and the way in which they impact and interact with our relationships, our sense of success and our feeling of fulfillment (both personally and professionally). I believe a framework that infuses science, psychology and soul-work together creates the most transformative of experiences. So I run two businesses that allow me to research, share and serve in various facets in these regards within these areas. One of my businesses is my therapy business, which I began in 2018. The other is my mentorship and consulting businesses, which I began at the end of 2019, right before COVID hit. My psychotherapy business, Authentically Me Psychotherapy, focuses on clinically supporting clients who are navigating trauma or anxiety symptoms as well as on healing toxic relationship patterns for teens and adults. I moved to a virtual model during COVID and have found it to be effective for myself and my clients, so I continue to provide individual therapy as well as family therapy via teletherapy there. My mentorship business focuses on inspiring and teaching other parents and professionals meaningful life success and balance that actually works, so they can feel more satisfied in their work and relationships while optimizing their lifestyle, wellbeing and performance. There, I get to be really creative with how I support my clients, so I go beyond just the 1:1 service model. I enjoy connecting and providing value, inspiration, and support via online courses, free Youtube videos, social media postings, email newsletters and other practical resources I share. I still deeply enjoy working 1:1 with clients though, so I make sure to hold limited spots for that work as well as offer group coaching at different times of the year. It’s important to me that I support my clients in dynamic ways, so the high level coaching I provide is tailor-made, as are my speaking engagements. What are your qualifications for doing the work that you do? Are there certain methods you use most often? Aside from some of the personal experiences I’ve already shared, I’ve worked in the field of mental health and human services for almost 15 years. I’ve been an entrepreneur for 5 years, and prior to that I worked in various settings as a psychotherapist or social worker. I’ve worked in the residential setting providing acute-level mental health services. I was also a mobile therapist and behavior consultant for children in need of emotional support and their families in need of parenting support. I worked within the schools and communities providing emotional support counseling as well as consultations for staff, administrators, community members and parents around topics such as mental behavioral health support, parenting, stress management, communication mediation, child development and so on. There were plenty of ups and downs, but I’m proud of my work history, the experiences I’ve gained, the relationships I’ve built and the way in which all of these has contributed to who I am today. As far as my education, my PHD is in human sexuality, my first Masters is in Clinical Social Work and my second Masters is in Education. My degrees complement my innate skills and my joy of teaching, and of viewing the person as an individual living within multi-faceted systems. I’d say the majority of my clinical career has focused on healing trauma and relationships. Although I'm trained or certified in a variety of powerful methods, like Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Techniques, Parts Work, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavior Theory (CBT) and Brainspotting, I don't subscribe to any one cookie-cutter method in any of my work. I'm eclectic in many ways, and firmly believe that methods intentionally infused with research and techniques incorporating brain, body and spirit are highly potent and effective when used appropriately. Can you tell us a little bit more about you and what you do when you’re not working? Sure! I love to bake, cook, walk, listen to audio-books, act goofy and try new foods. For me, integrity is practicing what I teach. Since I essentially teach how to live a more balanced, fulfilling and successful life, that’s what I strive to do myself each day. I intentionally craft my schedule to focus in on what I truly want to prioritize at any given time. So, in addition to working on my business or working with clients, I also enjoy some family time, some fun time and some self-care time. How that looks on any given day may vary, but some days it may look like me watching a movie with my husband, baking a cake for a birthday, or trying out new recipes for family meals. I also love silly dancing and singing with my kids, walking in nature or enjoying one of my delicious delights- homemade lattes, fresh baked bread or chocolate! Do you have any resources you’d like to share with our audience today? Absolutely. I recently created a customizable PDF template for the entrepreneurs, leaders and parents out there who are desiring more ease, flow and clarity in their day-to-day. It’s free on my website (link here). Although if they’d like some more guided support I’ve created a brief mini-series to give extra guidance in how to implement it. That’s on my website too (here). I have a few more powerful yet practical resources in my HUB on my website for those who want to explore additional opportunities for experiencing more meaningful success and satisfaction in their work, life and relationships. And, I’m often creating novel ways to support my community of leaders, parents, public figures and busy professionals. So, if there's a particular thing you're looking for support with that's not in my HUB, you can send in requests or questions on my Q & A form (here). Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Youtube, or visit my website for more info! Read more from Dr. Toni!

Written by: Keylee Miracle , Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Who can be hypnotized? I often encounter a very common set of fears surrounding hypnotherapy, including fear of “doing it wrong” and it “not working.” We each have a parasympathetic nervous system and when we sleep deeply, we access this part of ourselves. As such, I believe most people can be hypnotized with enough sensory stimulation for relaxation and comfort. Any good hypnotherapist or hypnotist relies on consent, so willingness matters. I am trained to monitor the physiology of my clients as they deepen their relaxation and am generally able to intervene at appropriate points of resistance. Treatment resistance can happen but has always been overcome in my experience. Does hypnotherapy work? Hypnotherapy is highly effective and is often employed in cases of treatment resistance in traditional behavioral (talk)therapy. It can be incredibly powerful by itself and in concert with other modalities. The effectiveness of hypnotherapy has been demonstrated most clearly in clinical settings, where hypnosis has been used for significant pain & anxiety reduction. Hypnotherapy is also associated with lower recidivism rates in compulsive behavior. There is much anecdotal evidence and, increasingly, peer-reviewed literature affirming just how well hypnotherapy works. What can hypnotherapy be used for? Hypnotherapy has such a wide range of applications that there are people with specialties. Some of my favorite uses for hypnosis include chronic pain, PTSD, C-PTSD, anxiety, RSD, priming for success, financial wellness, and strengthening the brain + body + energy connection. I have also used hypnosis effectively for weight management and migraines in myself and clients. How do I find a great hypnotherapist? Most hypnotherapists offer consultations and some boards even require these consultations to be free or a deposit. If you are serious about trying hypnotherapy, it is important that you are both comforted and challenged. Your beliefs will be challenged, but you must feel your practitioner is competent and able to hold space for you. Take your time, talk to several, and choose who feels most aligned. Hypnotherapy is increasingly popular these days, so it doesn't hurt to ask your social circle. You might be surprised. Follow me on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter , and visit my website for more info! Read more from Keylee! Keylee Miracle, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Keylee Miracle is a pioneer in intuitive optimization, neurospecificity, and trauma recovery. As the creator of The Neurointuitive Method™, she leverages a neuropsych education, training in clinical hypnosis, and mastery of intuitive practice to facilitate lasting excellence for clients internationally. After a lengthy PTSD recovery process, Keylee came to understand that healing didn't need to be hard; it needed to be tailored.

Written by: Joshua B. Lee, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. You’ve probably seen it all over the internet...making waves on just about every social media platform out there. Artificial intelligence, let me rephrase that – CHATGPT3. The monster that has awakened Microsoft to invest $1 billion into it. But why? Does Microsoft truly believe that AI will change the way we consume information and produce it? Or the even bigger question... Will artificial intelligence replace us as humans in the content marketing world? 🌎 Well, stick with me for a sec, because the answer isn't as simple as yes you should be afraid of AI replacing humans or you shouldn’t worry about your job. Researchers in the field of AI strive to create systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language understanding. Using AI, computers are trying to be creative like humans as much as they can, given the constraints. Artificial Intelligence Will AI replace human creativity? To compare AI with human creativity would be a good place to start. While humans might find it challenging and tedious to understand the target market, things have become easier thanks to AI. 🤖 This technology lets companies personalize their marketing efforts, improve targeting and segmentation, and automate repetitive tasks. How is that even possible? Well, advanced machine learning algorithms and natural language processing analyze customer data and generate insights that can be used to develop an excellent strategy in much less time. Interestingly, the emergence of AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants is excellent for businesses as they interact with customers in real-time, providing personalized assistance and recommendations. Will AI Replace Human Creativity? Overall, AI is helping companies engage with customers and increase sales more effectively. This has massive implications for entrepreneurs, as they won’t need unnecessary labor for tedious tasks. On the other hand, human creativity is essential for developing and executing effective marketing campaigns. Humans can think outside the box, come up with new and innovative ideas, and connect with consumers on an emotional level. Artificial intelligence excels at analyzing large amounts of data and identifying patterns, which can help target specific demographics or predict consumer behavior. It can also automate email marketing or social media management tasks, allowing marketers to focus on more strategic tasks. Using AI for marketing Understanding your audience in marketing is an absolute must for creating compelling campaigns and driving human connections. Using AI, you can identify the most effective channels to reach your audience, such as social media, email, or traditional advertising. Using AI For Marketing Ultimately, the more you know about your audience, the better equipped you will be to create marketing campaigns that resonate with them and drive conversions. But AI creativity only completes part of the picture. The limitations in understanding human sentiments bring us to the power of human creativity in comprehending emotions. Building deeper human connections with AI Human intelligence and sentiments play an essential role in decision-making. It is used to understand consumer behavior and preferences, which can inform effective marketing strategies. 📊 Building Deeper Human Connections with AI For example, if a company finds that consumers have negative sentiments toward a particular product, it may discontinue or rebrand it. Emotions can also be used to understand customer feedback and create personalized marketing campaigns. The question is: can AI understand human emotion? That is an interesting matter, as AI and neuroscience researchers are currently developing algorithms for AI to understand human emotion. For now, we as humans have the upper hand when it comes to creating real and authentic content. Will AI replace human jobs? The answer here would be yes, but that’s if you’re not willing to adapt to the current technological revolution we are living through. And NO if you are willing to keep an open mind about how artificial intelligence can help you become better at your job. AI and human ingenuity can complement each other in business processes, such as marketing, as the combination can create compelling and engaging strategies. Artificial intelligence can analyze data and help identify patterns and insights we might not notice. Exploring data can help inform and guide creative decisions, but creating and executing marketing campaigns often still requires human intuition and expertise. AI can automate repetitive tasks, freeing time for us to focus on more strategic and creative work. What are your thoughts on AI? Do you think it will eliminate certain jobs in some industries? Let me know in the comments. 👇 Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Joshua! Joshua B. Lee, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine They call me “The Dopamine Dealer of LinkedIn” and I’m proud of that nickname. I founded Standout Authority in 2014, so I can work with entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals like you to help you humanize your professional or company brand on LinkedIn.

Written by: Fiona Smith, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Believe it or not, getting rich through a sudden windfall is not always easy. Sometimes it might even be a curse more than a blessing if you don’t prepare yourself. In this article, you’ll learn how to manage sudden wealth, and protect your money. Let’s dive right in. 5 Tips to Manage Sudden Wealth Sudden wealth could help you become a millionaire. But many people spend all the money ‒ and then some! In fact, it’s so common for people to spend their sudden wealth and bury themselves into even more debt that psychologists have dubbed the “sudden wealth syndrome.” It actually exists! So how do you protect yourself and your money from sudden wealth syndrome? Here are 5 tips that can keep you safe from your sudden wealth: 1. Mentally manage your sudden wealth When humans get sudden wealth, they often think something has to be done with the money immediately. And since most humans don’t know how to properly manage money, they typically resort to spending money instead. The first step to managing sudden wealth is simply to mentally prepare yourself for that windfall. 2. Prepare a team of experts Before you pull out your checkbook and go on a spending spree with your sudden wealth, talk to the financial experts. In fact, before you even are given your sudden wealth, get your expert team together. This includes: Wealth advisor Tax advisor Investment manager Estate planner Psychologist At the bare minimum, find a wealth advisor and a tax planner to help you manage your emotions, wealth, and tax picture. Especially if your goal is to make your sudden wealth last into the future, you’ll need wealth and investment advice. Your wealth advisor can be your quarterback, helping walk you through the emotional and financial pitfalls that typically come with sudden wealth. 3. Address tax, liability and investment risks If you come into sudden wealth, then there are probably several tax considerations to think about as well. That’s why you’ll need a good team of experts around you to address these tax, liability, or investment risks you might be facing. That’s why I would hire accountants and/or CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) who specialize in inheritance tax and other tax issues potentially stemming from sudden wealth. Don’t tackle these tax and other liability issues on your own. 4. Process your emotions and decisions It’s very common to feel guilt, sadness, or a mixture of feelings when coming into sudden wealth. Since a windfall may stir so many emotions, it is critical you take time to process your emotions before acting on them. You may even feel pressure from family or friends to spend money, give them money, or pay off their debts. That’s why it’s not always a bad idea to have a psychologist or therapist in your corner to help walk you through your emotions. If that’s not something you agree with, at least a wealth advisor can give you motivation and emotional support where needed as well. 5. Align your goals with your spending Remember how sudden wealth syndrome can bury you in more debt than when you first found out about your windfall. So before you start spending your sudden wealth, make sure to take the time and think carefully about your goals. Consider what you need this money to achieve: A college education for your children Paying off your mortgage Paying off your student loans or other debt Going on a family vacation Investing for your retirement Sudden wealth is like a second chance at life. So make sure you use your new wealth wisely to accomplish your goals and fulfill your needs. Closing Thoughts People who have sudden wealth syndrome don’t get a lot of sympathy from others. I get it. But think about it, if you’re working a minimum wage job and fall into sudden wealth, your entire life can be turned upside down. That might not always be a good thing. So, if you think there’s a chance that you might get sudden wealth, it’s time to proactively protect yourself emotionally, mentally, and physically. Follow me on Twitter, and visit my website for more content like this. Read more from Fiona! Fiona Smith, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Fiona Smith is the founder of The Millennial Money Woman. She holds her Master of Science Degree in Personal Financial Planning and has co-founded a local non-profit community teaching financial literacy. She is the author of the personal finance book How to Get Rich from Nothing and her work is featured on Forbes, Oberlo, and FinCon.

Written by: Deanna Goodson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. It’s important to note that hormones affect every tissue and organ in the body. Hormones, for those of you who don’t know, are chemical messengers that are produced by glands in the body. The endocrine system, therefore, is a collection of endocrine glands that produce hormones as chemical messengers throughout the body. These hormones regulate all of the body’s vital processes including metabolism, growth, sleep and reproduction. In this article, we’re going to go over the different endocrine glands and discuss the hormones they produce. Adrenal Glands – These are located above the kidneys and function to control our stress responses. They generate the following hormones – Cortisol, Norepinephrine and Epinephrine, aka adrenalin, and Aldosterone. The adrenal glands also create some of our sex hormones. Hypothalamus appears in the brain above the pituitary gland. It is part of several different signaling pathways and is known as a ‘hormone conductor.’ The hypothalamus serves as a liaison between the nervous and endocrine systems. By the generation of neurohormones, it signals the pituitary gland to secrete hormones. Ovaries are glandular organs located in the pelvis, above the uterus and only appear in women. They produce sex hormones in response to messages from the pituitary gland. Estrogen and progesterone are the hormonal products of the ovaries. The pancreas is in the abdomen, below the stomach. It helps to maintain blood sugar levels and produces Insulin, which reduces blood sugar, and Glucagon, which raises it. Diabetics have trouble processing and generating enough Insulin, leading to a host of related health problems including heart disease, high blood pressure and even death in some cases. Parathyroid glands are located behind the thyroid in the neck. The parathyroid glands regulate calcium levels and are responsible for bone health, muscle contraction and nerves. The parathyroid, unsurprisingly produces parathyroid hormone (PTH). Our pineal gland is part of our brain. It converts signals from the nervous system into hormones and plays a big role in sexual development. Melatonin, which is the primary sleep hormone, is produced by the pineal gland. The pituitary gland is the superstar of the endocrine glands. It’s located in the brain, under the hypothalamus, which we mentioned earlier on in this article. Like the hypothalamus, the pituitary is also part of several different signaling pathways. Known as the ‘master gland’, the pituitary produces hormones that control other parts of the endocrine system. The anterior lobe produces and released hormones while the posterior lobe releases hypothalamus-derived hormones. Many different hormones are created by the pituitary gland including the Adrenocorticotropic hormone (aka ACTH), which impacts adrenal function and Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH), which sets the thyroid on the path to do its important work. Thyroid Gland is located in the front of the neck and controls every part of human metabolism. It produces Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3). In order to do so, iodine is required. Iodine is often created in the system via the diet when we consume iodized salt. Thymus gland – This gland is behind the sternum and it is part of the immune system. It is only active until puberty. Thymosin is created in this gland and it stimulates white blood Tcell production. Testes are glandular organs in the external male genitalia. The testes produce sex hormones in response to messages received by the pituitary gland. The hormones they create are known as androgens such as testosterone. As you can see, the endocrine glands and the hormones they produce impact all bodily functions. They are vital. If you have any questions or want to pursue a path that will lead you to healthy hormones, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I can be reached here or via the website. Follow me on Facebook, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Deanna! Deanna Goodson, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Deanna Goodson is a professional life and mental health coach, nutritional counselor, and writer. She received her coach training at Rhodes Wellness College in Canada and received an ACC credential from the International Coaching Federation in May of 2019, which was recently renewed. As a mental health coach, Deanna is well-versed in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotional Freedom Technique, aka Tapping. Deanna is also a graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN) and has a certificate in Emotional Eating Psychology (EEP). She follows an intuitive eating approach for her clients and helps them repair their relationship with food.

Written by: Luca Berni, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Coaching is based on a system of responsibility: the responsibility of the coach regarding the process and the responsibility of the client in defining the desired results and working towards them. Within this system of responsibility, the coach is aware that the client will achieve any desired result, even the apparently most challenging one if he takes full responsibility for its achievement. This paradigm is always valid for all topics within the scope of coaching, which does not deal with situations like pathologies, phobias, or addictions. However, there are some topics, quite recurrent in Coaching and in "life coaching" particularly, which are very close to the limit of what is legitimate to deal with in a Coaching program and which, in my experience, are the most difficult for an adult to work on. These topics are mainly three: learning a foreign language, losing weight, and practicing physical activity. These three topics have in common a factor that makes them different from the others: a "physiological" component that is out of the control of the will. Foreign language Learning a new foreign language, for an adult, can be a tough challenge. From the normal psychological resistance to change to the fear of judgment, and the fear of being teased or remaining blocked, there is also a physical difficulty. According to a study conducted on 670,000 subjects by MIT and Harvard, it has been demonstrated that to learn a second language and be able to grasp its nuances, one should learn it by the age of 18, even better if before the tenth year of age. This is because the development of the brain leads to a closure of what is called the "linguistic window", which is the moment we have the maximum cerebral predisposition to learning a language. This window can be opened again, but special conditions must exist, for example, a strong need. Losing weight Our body has evolved over the millennia to accumulate food supplies. The history of humanity is characterized by surviving in a scarce food environment, which is why our body has been biologically programmed the conservation of all the ingested caloric surplus, mainly in the form of fat. This is the first problem for those who want to lose weight, but it is not the only one. Our brain has a programmed weight to which it tries to automatically bring us back as if it deems it the "right" one. It's called setup and any deviation from this setup generates a physical reaction in the opposite direction. Losing weight, especially sudden weight loss, is interpreted by the body as a disease to which it reacts by slowing down the metabolism and increasing the accumulation of fat. All of this is opposed to the individual's efforts to lose weight. Physical activity Everyone knows that doing physical activity is healthy, it improves the quality of life and prevents many diseases. Even moderate activity, like walking for half an hour a day, can make a huge difference. Despite this awareness, many adults lead a sedentary life and find it hard to perform physical activity. Our brain is in fact built to save energy and suffering and tends to reduce or procrastinate all activities that require excessive effort (or that are perceived as such). It seems like a contradiction: our body needs movement, while our mind tends to limit it. It is not, because the human being evolved in an environment that required movement to survive, the mind only had the duty to limit it to avoid incurring physical problems. But today we can live without moving and this has changed this balance of forces and mental limitation has prevailed. These physiological obstacles put the motivation and perseverance of some people to the test, causing them to give up. The good news These are the three most difficult topics, but difficult does not mean impossible at all. Everyday millions of people learn foreign languages, lose weight, and work out, overcoming all obstacles and difficulties, including physical ones. A Coach can go a long way in assisting a Client who faces any of these issues and to improve his effectiveness it is important that he keeps these three points in mind: 1. Have a strong “second-level why”. Motivation is needed to start something and is always related to a "why" to do this thing. But that's not enough. We need at least a "second-level why” for such challenging topics. For example: a. Coach: “Why is it important for you to learn that language?” b. Client: “Because I want to feel confident when I speak it” c. Coach: “And when you feel confident, what will you achieve that is even more important for you?” d. Client: “Then I will be able to follow my true passion which is traveling.” In this case, the motivation is not "feeling confident" (first level why), but "following the passion for travel" (second level why). In this case, this is the real basis of motivation, and it is this that the Coach will have to leverage. Of course, a Coach can also explore the third, fourth, or nth-level whys, if necessary. 2. Time is the key. If motivation is needed to start something, constancy is needed to complete it. People are often frightened by long times and by having to produce repetitive efforts for a long period before seeing results and there is the risk that they get discouraged and give up. A Coach must help his Client prevent this by developing a strategy for difficult moments, with questions such as: "when you are tempted to procrastinate or give up, what will you do to overcome that moment and move forward?", or "How will you stay committed? 3. Valuing small results. In the cases we have dealt with, the results obtained are often so small that the Client does not perceive them or tends to ignore them because he is overwhelmed by fatigue. The Coach must constantly bring them back to the Client so that he becomes aware that what he does produces results. This gives the Client new energy to continue his path and get what he wants. Follow me on Facebook, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Luca! Luca Berni, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Luca Berni is an Executive & Team Coach that works with Leaders, Top Managers, Entrepreneurs, Boards of Directors, and Leadership Teams. Before becoming a Coach in 2009, he worked as a Manager in different Multinational companies in different Countries for almost twenty years. Luca also works as a management consultant, he co-founded and runs TheNCS The Neuroscience Coaching School, and he writes articles and books about Coaching and Management.

Written by: Angie Berrett, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Intuitive Movement challenges you to move in response to sensory input from your body rather than movement dictated by your mind. Intuitive Movement is grounded in curiosity, somatic exploration, fun, and joyful movement, with moves like “Sky Dancer” and “Wiggle and Jiggle”. The English language includes body-based idioms, such as “gut reaction”, “cold heart”, “shoulder the blame”, etc. But how much are you in touch with these sensations? On average, the human body is capable of sending sensory or somatic information to the brain for processing at a rate of over 11,000,000 bits per second. However, the brain can only consciously process about 50 bits per second of information. This means the human brain is mindful of only approximately 0.00046% of the messages it receives from the body. Some examples of somatic information are: Heart rate Breathing quality and rate Sights Sounds Lack of feeling in a body area The good news is that you can increase your awareness of somatic input! One way is through Intuitive Movement. What is Intuitive Movement? Intuitive Movement is moving in ways that help you listen to sensory messages your body is sending your brain. Intuitive Movement increases awareness of your body’s experiences rather than disconnecting from this valuable information. Intuitive Movement incorporates curiosity, joyful movement, creativity, imagination, and fun. Intuitive Movement lets go of your mind’s belief of what you “should be” doing or feeling and instead allows your body to express its needs. Benefits of Intuitive Movement include (but are not limited to): Increased self-awareness Improved quality of life More fun and joy Decreased stress, anxiety, depression, tension, and trauma Decreased pain My top 5 Intuitive Movement Recommendations to get started! Any of these moves can be done seated or standing. Lengthen up through your spine stacking each vertebra (spinal bone) on top of one another, engaging your core muscles. If you are seated, lift away from the backrest, protecting your low back. Go with what feels most comfortable in your body. If you feel pain, ease back, stop, or skip a move. 1. Swaying Start with a side-to-side sway. Get curious about what is happening with your shoulders, jaw, fingers, gut, toes, breath, heart rate, or anything else you notice. Now try swaying front to back. Bring awareness to those same places in your body. Notice what sensations you feel when your body is relaxed versus when it tenses up. Most of us have one direction that is more soothing than the other. Which direction feels more calming to you? 2. Jellyfish Hands Imagine your hands are jellyfish floating in the ocean, rounding and flattening out on the waves. Begin by bringing all of your fingertips together. Moving at whatever rhythm feels comfortable to you, stretch your fingers as wide apart as they will go. Bring your fingertips back in together. Flow through these movements a few times. Bring awareness to where and what you feel. Humans have many nerve endings in our hands. Additionally, many of the muscles that control our hands are in our forearms, so you may feel muscle activation in your forearms. Where did you feel this move the most? 3. Growing Roots Make believe you are a tree, planting your feet down into the ground. Pretend you are growing roots down into the ground from all 4 corners of your feet; 1 corner under your big toe, 1 corner under your pinkie toe, 1 corner on the right side of your heel, and 1 corner on the left side of your heel. Pick 1 foot up at a time, imagining you have to pull all 4 roots up out of the ground. As you set that foot down in a new position, push those 4 corner roots back deep into the ground. Then pick the other leg up and do the same thing. Repeat each side a few times. Explore what muscles need to be activated to stabilize so you can pick up one foot to balance. Then notice what sensations you feel as you ground that foot back down. Do you feel all 4 corners of your feet? 4. Sky Dancer, Wind Dancer, or Air Dancer Different names for the same move! Pretend you are one of those tubes with arms that fill with air to dance in the wind. Bring your feet to a stable, comfortable distance apart. Imagine you are a fabric tunnel without any air in it. Then someone switches your air on. Pretend your body is weightlessly filled with air. Let your body freely move however it wants while keeping your feet stable as the base. Have fun! Whenever you are done, as dramatically as you want, pretend someone switches your air off, and you deflate. Catch your breath. Repeat as often as you desire. What did it feel like to have the freedom to move and to be silly? 5. Wiggle and Jiggle Start to shift your body around, feeling your muscles. Begin shaking your body ‒ your arms, legs, torso, head, jaw, feet, wherever you want. Try to let your muscles relax and just flow. The more wiggle and jiggle, the better! Release the shake when you are tired. Cycle through this a few times, exploring how to wiggle and jiggle different areas of your physique. Shaking releases tension in your muscles and body. What did your body feel like after you got some wiggle and jiggle? Intuitive Movement is a valuable tool to discover messages your body is sending to your brain. When you connect to sensory information your body communicates, your quality of life drastically improves. To learn how Intuitive Movement can benefit you, schedule a free consultation with me today. Click here to book now! Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Youtube, or visit my website for more info! Read more from Angie! Angie Berrett, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Angie Berrett (she/they) is an Intuitive Movement Coach, Registered Nurse, Advanced Trauma Informed Yoga Instructor, Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga Instructor and child abuse survivor who understands the human body and how it works. Discovering playful ways of moving taught her how to listen to her body, overcoming her own personal trauma in ways traditional modalities could not. She is the Owner and Creator of Angie Berrett Movement, coaching people to relieve stress, anxiety, depression and trauma through play, movements and fun so they can have healing and peace in their lives.

Written by: Kosta Telegadas, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Resistance training is a type of physical exercise that involves using resistance, such as weights to strengthen and build muscles. There are two main approaches to resistance training: upper-lower split and total body training. In upper-lower split training, a person trains either the upper or lower body on one day, then the other half on another day, while in total body training, a person trains the entire body in one session. Both approaches have their pros and cons, and it is important to understand these before deciding which approach to use. Upper-Lower Splits: Upper-lower split training has several pros. Firstly, it allows for more focus on each muscle group. By training either the upper or lower body separately, a person can focus more on the specific muscles they want to target, leading to more effective and efficient training. Secondly, it allows for more recovery time between workouts. Because the muscles are trained on different days, they have more time to recover and grow between workouts, which can lead to better results. However, upper-lower split training also has some cons. One disadvantage is that it requires more time. Because the workout is split into two separate sessions, it takes longer to complete the entire body workout, which can be a problem for those with limited time. Another disadvantage is that it can lead to imbalanced muscle development. If a person focuses too much on one muscle group and not enough on the other, it can lead to imbalanced muscle development, which can lead to injury. Thus, if this style of programming is utilized, it is important to incorporate unilateral training and change up the accessory movements to develop the muscles within different planes of motion. Total Body: Total body training, on the other hand, has several pros. Firstly, it is time-efficient. By training the entire body in one session, a person can get a full-body workout in a shorter amount of time. Secondly, it can lead to more balanced muscle development. By training the entire body in one session, a person can ensure that all muscle groups are getting an equal workout, leading to more balanced muscle development. However, total body training also has some cons. One disadvantage is that it can be more strenuous on the body. By training the entire body in one session, a person is putting more stress on their body, which can lead to fatigue and decreased performance. Another disadvantage is that it may not allow for enough focus on each muscle group. Due to the entire body being trained in one session, it can be difficult to give each muscle group the attention it needs, leading to less effective training. However, if training time and frequency are limited: the total body training approach might be more efficient than that upper-lower split-based training programs. Conclusion: In summary, both upper-lower split and total body training have their pros and cons. Upper-lower split training allows for more focus on each muscle group and more recovery time between workouts, but it requires more time and can lead to imbalanced muscle development. Total body training is time-efficient and can lead to more balanced muscle development, but it can be more strenuous on the body and may not allow for enough focus on each muscle group. Ultimately, the best approach to resistance training will depend on the individual's goals, preferences, and available time. It is important to consider all of the pros and cons before deciding which approach to use. Follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Kosta! Kosta Telegadas, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Kosta Telegadas is a leader in the strength and conditioning for tactical athletes and martial artists all over the world. He found physical training as a necessity to grow up playing sports, help prevent injury & give back to the country that gave his family so much over the generations. Coach Telegadas has a Master's Degree from the University of Miami (FL) and over 7 years of coaching experience with both professional, college, high school & tactical athletes. He is currently the Head Coach/CEO of Telegadas Performance Training and dedicates his time to make physical training programs & remote coaching accessible to all. His mission: If you stay ready, you never have to get ready!

Written by: Abigail Stason, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Inevitably, during my teachings, workshops, and conversing with friends, the topic of Imposter Syndrome arises. Many terms have morphed over the years, including self-concept, self-love, and the latest buzzword, imposter syndrome. I prefer self-esteem. All these terms point directly to how we treat ourselves, and how we relate to ourselves directly impacts how we relate to others. At their core, human beings want to be free of their critical mind chatter. What is the alternative? It’s time to put down the self-whipping stick and cultivate healthy self-esteem. Yes, healthy self-esteem is a practice! Navigating the human condition and relating to ourselves requires skill and mastery. Like other skills I teach, our self-esteem is a place where we must dedicate effort and energy. Here are your foundational practices for cultivating healthy self-esteem: Living consciously is the practice of presence, respect for facts, constantly expanding awareness, and a commitment to learning. Self-acceptance means I may not like everything I think, but with unconditional love and unacceptance to learn from my mistakes. Self-responsibility is to take responsibility for my actions and life, including independent thinking in contrast to passive conformity to others. Self-assertiveness is standing up, speaking up for ourselves, and inviting others to stand up for themselves. Active existence rather than passive. Living purposefully means having goals that increase self-efficacy. Goals are not to improve ourselves but instead for self-expression. Personal Integrity is to show remarkable congruence between what we claim to stand for and how we live and lead. Self-Respect is a sense of being worthy of happiness, the feeling that joy and fulfillment are our natural birthright. The experience of self-respect makes possible a human non-neurotic sense of community with other individuals, the fellowship of independence, and mutual regard. Self-Efficacy is trust in our mental processes and abilities –confidence in facing life’s challenges. Simply put, our relationship with ourselves is the most important one we must cultivate. Instead of criticizing ourselves (which has zero transformational value), we can develop a prosperous and intimate personal relationship through deep involvement in the practice of self-esteem. Love is the conduit for your peace, ease, and freedom. Do you want to start loving yourself? Visit my website for more information. And start practicing immediately by diving into your learning and development with my online course. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Abigail! Abigail Stason, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine More Master Teacher than coach, Abigail “Abby” Stason is a social activist and skill builder with 20+ years of professional experience as a leader, organizational consultant, and group facilitator. As a disrupter, Abby is committed to a new social awareness in favor of exposing outdated structures that are no longer of service, giving way to the experience of peace, freedom, and truth in the world. She is a catalyst for societal evolution. In short, she helps human beings, leaders, teams, and organizations wake up by equipping them with behavioral skills for a modern world. Abby created a conscious leadership curriculum, a series of practices that are easily accessible to everyone.

Written by: Samantha Buckley-Hugessen, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. All the personal development and self-help voices get loud at this time of year. I’m constantly getting pounded and hounded with offers of coaches, books, online courses, webinars, retreats, and WOW, turn down the noise! As a coach, I’m all about giving my clients tools. So, here are some for you. First, decipher what method of learning is best for you. What will serve you the most? When receiving self-help offers, you have options: You can simply hit delete, but you might be missing something that you would enjoy and that could be really good for you. You could skip over the messages in your email and decide to revisit them later, letting them all pile up and probably ultimately deleting them anyway. You could react immediately, Johnny on the spot, and sign up for whatever is being offered without a care in the world. OR You could take a moment today and ask yourself, what is it I am looking for? What specifically will help me move in the direction of my goals or vision this coming year? (You can’t say, “I don’t know” because if you get quiet and ask the important questions, you do know). First, let's look at just three of our domains in life. The things you most likely want to improve. Money/Freedom – Job, make more money, change careers, security, free time. Health and well-being – physical, emotional, spiritual. Love – Family, and or relationships. Ask yourself: What would I love in these areas? Write down at least 3 things in each area. Example: Money – Job Earn more money this year. Start investing my money. Be more efficient and organized with time management. Now when the emails come, or the pop-ups or ads show up. Look at your list. Ask yourself: Does this directly apply to me and my goals? Will this help me in the specific area that I have decided to give attention to? Is this a credible and reputable organization to align with? If not: Delete. If so: Create an email folder and save them to it. Then create a date in your calendar to review the offering IN-DEPTH. Again, you know yourself. Once you sit down to review the learning opportunities you have another question to answer. How do I truly learn best? Physical books or audio? Self-study courses? Live groups? Do I need to be accountable to someone to follow through and not get sidetracked? Personally, I either read or listen to Audio as part of my DAILY routine AND I attend live courses online or in person where the facilitator is expecting me. I need to show up, I need accountability. I know I’ve personally paid for courses, bundles, and stacks that I have never used. So, we decide on ONE or TWO things. That’s it! If 6 months from now you need to change it up? Go back and look at the folder, look at who is making the offer, and if they are reputable and successful, I am sure when you visit their website you will find something to boost your interest in the areas of change and improvement. I hope this helps you to quiet the noise and really take steps to increase your learning, growth, and quality of life this year. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and visit my website for more info! Read more from Samantha! Samantha Buckley-Hugessen, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Samantha is an American Certified Coach originally from Seattle Washington, an ex-pat splitting time between Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and Bellingham, WA. Sam is a force at 6’2” tall, she is considered “THE” Life Coach for Leaders, as their Confidant, Protector, Sounding board, Ultimate counsel, and Trusted advisor She is transparent, direct, and down to earth. As well, she has an incredible sense of humor. Her deep belief is that life is meant to be fun! She is super effective and passionate about providing a structure of support and helping people design and live lives they love. In October 2019, Sam released her first Book UNS*UCK YOURSELF – The Guide to Designing a life you love, gaining AMAZON Bestseller status in 4 categories. Her company is perfectly named “A Designed Life, LLC”

Written by: Yasminne Mendonça, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Between the past and the future, we lose sight of what is most important: the here and now. Most of us live on autopilot mode, between yesterday and tomorrow, between what's pending and what needs to be done later. Because we rely on our thoughts, living in our minds, hostage to worries and expectations, causes discomfort. As a result, when we come face to face with the reality of our existence, we feel alone. Our thoughts pile up, jumble, and scream from the depths of our minds. We are not used to letting our thoughts flow naturally through the mind, without judging or stopping them. But our freedom from suffering can be achieved by staying in the present moment. We can only feel liberated, at peace, satisfied, secure, or happy, if we are in the PRESENT MOMENT. The only thing that exists is right here, right now. Our fears and aspirations are nothing more than fragments of our imagination. By definition, the past is everything that has happened previously. Therefore, the concept of the past does not exist. As a result, it can't happen now and will never happen again. However, when we reflect on our past suffering, we relive it. The same happens if we recall happy memories from the past, we can relive that happiness right now. Isn't it more common to feel anxious about something that will happen in the future rather than something that is happening right now? Our brain does not distinguish between what is real (what is happening right now) and what is not. Everything we imagine in our heads, our brain will translate as it is happening now, which is why when we recall a fight we had with someone, for example, we start to feel the negative emotions all over again. This happens because our brain sends signals to our bodies to activate the fight or flight mode, causing our physiology to change. When we recall a traumatic event in our lives or perhaps wake up from a bad dream, our heart rates increase. We jump from the roof, fall off a cliff, or maybe zombies are chasing us, but we wake up scared and out of breath. That is the power of our brain. Everything we think, we also feel. Even if you don't notice, your body will. Nowadays we can have this same experience while playing VR games. Everything your avatar experiences in the game will be felt in your body. All of the adrenaline will literally be flowing through your veins. The good news is that, just as we can relive all of these negative emotions, we can also recall positive memories that cause our brain to release happy hormones. Or we can think about what we want to experience in the future. However, thinking about the past or the future can be positive or negative. The trick, then, is to learn how to use our minds to PURPOSEFULLY recall memories or imagine future possibilities in a way that makes us feel GOOD rather than BAD. Going to the future in our imaginations can be painful. In fact, this mental time-travel is the root of anxiety. Thinking about the good things we hope to achieve in the future can sometimes turn out badly. Not to think about what we want in the future while being acutely aware that it isn't happening yet. This leaves us feeling left out in the cold, impatient, and disappointed. Because of the uncertainty, we experience worry and anxiety when we imagine the negative things we fear may happen in the future. Worrying about the future causes unneeded pain. It's important to be aware of potential problems so that we can plan for how to avoid or deal with them, but when we think and worry about the future beyond what we can actually deal with, we're wasting our present moment feeling bad for no reason. If the past cannot be changed and the future does not exist, the only option for us all is to live in the present moment. This means that the now can be changed, written about, and, most importantly, lived. This way of thinking has several advantages: You will be able to focus more on your daily activities without becoming distracted by daydreams about the future or memories of the past. With more focus, you can do more in your work and make better use of what you have now, as well as make better use of the journey. Anxiety decreases because you are more concerned with what you should do now than with how things will be in the future. Workplace focus and performance improve, allowing you to do more activities with less concern for the past or the future. You realise that your past and future are both consequences of your present, and that it is therefore critical to live it fully. “There are only two days a year when nothing can be done. One of them is called yesterday, and the other is called tomorrow. Therefore, today is the day to love, grow, do and, above all, live”. – Dalai Lama Follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Yasminne! Yasminne Mendonça, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Yasminne Mendonça has chosen to use her life experience and childhood trauma to help others. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge on the mind-body connection. She assists people in identifying their limiting beliefs and seeing life from a different perspective using her background in Biomedical Science, Psychology, Metaphysics, Emotional Intelligence, and Reality Transurfing. She also works in a Therapeutic Children's Home in the United Kingdom, assisting children who have experienced trauma and unhealthy attachment. Her mission is to support people in discovering their true selves so that they can live their best lives.