Prof. Dr. Stoyana Natseva is a Full Professor, psychologist, researcher, international educator, bestselling author, and founder of Happy Life Academy, one of Europe's largest educational institutions in coaching, psychology, leadership, and personal development by number of trained students. She is the founder of the Happy Life Institute for Direct Change Science, creator of the Direct Change Solution® (DCS) methodology and the Internal Autobiographical Map (IAM) scientific framework, Chair of the International Association of Professional Trainers and Coaches (IAPTC), founder of Happy Life TV, and founder of the global 1 Million Awakened initiative. Prof. Dr. Natseva is the author of more than 20 international bestselling books and the creator of internationally accredited MBA and professional education programs. Through her educational work, she has trained more than 100,000 students from over 50 countries and built a global community of more than one million followers. Her contribution to education and personal development has been recognized through numerous international awards and distinctions. She is the holder of a Guinness World Record for the longest 25-hour transformational gratitude event and multiple World Book of Records recognitions for educational impact and transformational work. Her work has appeared in leading international media, including Forbes, USA Today, Business Insider, Vogue, Variety, CEO Times, and numerous other international publications. As an international keynote speaker, university lecturer, and researcher, she collaborates with educational institutions, universities, and professional organizations worldwide. Her mission is to bridge science, education, and practical transformation, empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their potential and create meaningful change in their lives and communities. Stoyana Natseva Senior Level Executive Contributor Global Mentor, Bestselling Author, and Founder Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Stoyana Natseva Global Mentor, Bestselling Author, and Founder Prof. Dr. Stoyana Natseva is a Full Professor, psychologist, researcher, international educator, bestselling author, and founder of Happy Life Academy, one of Europe's largest educational institutions in coaching, psychology, leadership, and personal development by number of trained students. She is the founder of the Happy Life Institute for Direct Change Science, creator of the Direct Change Solution® (DCS) methodology and the Internal Autobiographical Map (IAM) scientific framework, Chair of the International Association of Professional Trainers and Coaches (IAPTC), founder of Happy Life TV, and founder of the global 1 Million Awakened initiative. Prof. Dr. Natseva is the author of more than 20 international bestselling books and the creator of internationally accredited MBA and professional education programs. Through her educational work, she has trained more than 100,000 students from over 50 countries and built a global community of more than one million followers. Her contribution to education and personal development has been recognized through numerous international awards and distinctions. She is the holder of a Guinness World Record for the longest 25-hour transformational gratitude event and multiple World Book of Records recognitions for educational impact and transformational work. Her work has appeared in leading international media, including Forbes, USA Today, Business Insider, Vogue, Variety, CEO Times, and numerous other international publications. As an international keynote speaker, university lecturer, and researcher, she collaborates with educational institutions, universities, and professional organizations worldwide. Her mission is to bridge science, education, and practical transformation, empowering individuals and organizations to unlock their potential and create meaningful change in their lives and communities. All articles Mindset 5 Human Qualities Leaders Must Protect to Stay Ahead in the Age of AI AI can make leaders faster, more informed and more productive. But if we outsource judgment, critical thinking and human connection along with routine tasks, efficiency may come at the cost of the... READ ARTICLE Mindset The Science of Building a New Identity For years, one question has fascinated me both personally and professionally. How does a person become someone they have never been before? As a professor of psychology and education and a researcher... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Personal Growth Always Precedes Business Growth When people look at a successful business, they usually focus on what is visible, revenue, growth, teams, systems, clients, products, and results. What they rarely see is the inner growth that made... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why I Still Believe in Books When the World Book of Records recognized me as Europe’s No. 1 Transformational Literature Author, most people saw a title. For me, it felt like a return, back to where everything started, to a child... READ ARTICLE Mindset What a 25-Hour Guinness World Record Taught Me About Gratitude and Transformation On December 22, 2025, I stepped onto a stage in Bulgaria with a vision that extended far beyond setting a world record. The goal was not simply to achieve recognition. The goal was to create the world’s longest... READ ARTICLE Mindset One Million Awakened When I Stopped Searching Outside Myself For many years, my life looked exactly the way success is supposed to look. I had a long career in banking, a family, a home, security, and recognition. For twenty-seven years, I built the kind of life many... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Stoyana Natseva Global Mentor, Bestselling Author, and Founder The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. 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Dr Greg Schreeuwer is a Human Behaviour and Health Pattern Specialist, speaker, and educator who has spent more than two decades studying the patterns that shape human behaviour, performance, health, and personal growth. Through over 30,000 patient interactions, he has developed a unique understanding of why some people repeatedly encounter the same challenges while others create lasting change in their health, relationships, career, leadership, and sense of purpose. Greg’s fascination with human behaviour began early in life, after experiencing significant bullying throughout his childhood. Rather than allowing those experiences to define him, they sparked a deep curiosity about confidence, identity, resilience, belonging, and self-expression. That curiosity became a lifelong pursuit: to understand better the forces that shape who we become and how individuals can move beyond the limitations of their past. Over the past 20 years, Greg has integrated insights from behavioural science, personal development, principles of Chinese medicine, and healthcare into a practical approach for understanding human potential. As an Integrative and Functional Chiropractor, he has worked with people from all walks of life, helping them identify the unconscious patterns influencing their behaviours, decisions, relationships, and health outcomes. He is known for connecting ideas across disciplines and refining existing approaches within Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) and Neurocranial Restructuring (NCR) to help people develop greater self-awareness, clarity, and direction. Greg has shared his work with audiences ranging from healthcare professionals and patient communities to large wellness events attended by hundreds of people, including Pete Evans’ H.E.A.L. event. He has collaborated on educational content with Dr John Demartini, interviewed experts across Australia and North America, and contributed to discussions exploring the relationship between human behaviour, wellbeing, and personal transformation. Today, Greg writes and speaks about the patterns that drive individual expression and human potential. His work explores how unconscious conditioning influences the choices people make, the relationships they build, the opportunities they pursue, and the lives they ultimately create. Through his speaking, writing, and clinical work, Greg helps people challenge old assumptions, gain greater self-awareness, and develop the confidence to become their most authentic selves. His vision is to help create a world where people better understand themselves and each other – transforming adversity into growth, embracing individual differences, and building stronger communities through greater awareness, appreciation, and collaboration. Dr. Greg Schreeuwer Executive Contributor Human Behaviour and Health Expert Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Dr. Greg Schreeuwer Human Behaviour and Health Expert Dr Greg Schreeuwer is a Human Behaviour and Health Pattern Specialist, speaker, and educator who has spent more than two decades studying the patterns that shape human behaviour, performance, health, and personal growth. Through over 30,000 patient interactions, he has developed a unique understanding of why some people repeatedly encounter the same challenges while others create lasting change in their health, relationships, career, leadership, and sense of purpose. Greg’s fascination with human behaviour began early in life, after experiencing significant bullying throughout his childhood. Rather than allowing those experiences to define him, they sparked a deep curiosity about confidence, identity, resilience, belonging, and self-expression. That curiosity became a lifelong pursuit: to understand better the forces that shape who we become and how individuals can move beyond the limitations of their past. Over the past 20 years, Greg has integrated insights from behavioural science, personal development, principles of Chinese medicine, and healthcare into a practical approach for understanding human potential. As an Integrative and Functional Chiropractor, he has worked with people from all walks of life, helping them identify the unconscious patterns influencing their behaviours, decisions, relationships, and health outcomes. He is known for connecting ideas across disciplines and refining existing approaches within Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) and Neurocranial Restructuring (NCR) to help people develop greater self-awareness, clarity, and direction. Greg has shared his work with audiences ranging from healthcare professionals and patient communities to large wellness events attended by hundreds of people, including Pete Evans’ H.E.A.L. event. He has collaborated on educational content with Dr John Demartini, interviewed experts across Australia and North America, and contributed to discussions exploring the relationship between human behaviour, wellbeing, and personal transformation. Today, Greg writes and speaks about the patterns that drive individual expression and human potential. His work explores how unconscious conditioning influences the choices people make, the relationships they build, the opportunities they pursue, and the lives they ultimately create. Through his speaking, writing, and clinical work, Greg helps people challenge old assumptions, gain greater self-awareness, and develop the confidence to become their most authentic selves. His vision is to help create a world where people better understand themselves and each other – transforming adversity into growth, embracing individual differences, and building stronger communities through greater awareness, appreciation, and collaboration. All articles Mindset Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns, Even When You Know Better Have you ever looked back at a situation and thought, “How did I not see this while I was in it?” Maybe the same conflict keeps appearing in different relationships. You keep saying yes when you want... READ ARTICLE Mindset What If You’re Not Seeing Yourself As Clearly As You Think? I’ve spent more than twenty years asking one question: Why do intelligent, capable people continue recreating experiences they consciously want to avoid? The answer has gradually changed the way... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Dr. Greg Schreeuwer Interview on the Hidden Patterns That Keep You Stuck What if the biggest obstacles in your life were not random, but the result of patterns operating beneath your awareness? After more than 20 years in practice and over 30,000 patient interactions, Dr... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Dr. Greg Schreeuwer Human Behaviour and Health Expert The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Dr. Greg Schreeuwer Human Behaviour and Health Expert Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Dr. Nina Jatuparisuthiseen is a licensed acupuncturist and Certified Sports Medicine Acupuncture® specialist based in Westport, Connecticut, USA, with advanced training in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching from Harvard Medical School Executive Education. She is the founder of Nina Acupuncture, an integrative practice dedicated to evidence-informed, patient-centered care. Dr. Nina specializes in pain management, chronic and sports-related injuries, stress-related disorders, women’s health, nervous system regulation, and pre- and post-surgical recovery. Her clinical approach blends ancient East Asian medical wisdom with modern, evidence-based, and lifestyle medicine principles to address root causes–not just symptoms. With over 10,000 hours of hands-on bodywork experience, Dr. Nina brings deep expertise in the body’s musculoskeletal, energetic, and systemic relationships. She works with a diverse patient population–including athletes, office professionals, pregnant women, surgical patients, teens, and seniors–providing highly individualized, compassionate care grounded in clinical precision. Her healing philosophy is rooted in the holistic principles of TCM and the balance of Yin and Yang, emphasizing natural longevity and sustainable well-being. She supports patient self-efficacy by helping individuals build confidence in managing their health through education, positive reinforcement, and small, achievable goals. Outside the clinic, Dr. Nina maintains balance through movement and mindfulness. She has a lifelong passion for dance and sports–especially hip-hop and pickleball–and restores herself through meditation, Qigong, Yin Yoga, and hiking in nature. She is also an active member of the Women’s League of Westport, supporting philanthropic initiatives that benefit underserved communities in Fairfield County. Nina Jatuparisuthiseen Executive Contributor Acupuncturist Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Nina Jatuparisuthiseen Acupuncturist Dr. Nina Jatuparisuthiseen is a licensed acupuncturist and Certified Sports Medicine Acupuncture® specialist based in Westport, Connecticut, USA, with advanced training in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching from Harvard Medical School Executive Education. She is the founder of Nina Acupuncture, an integrative practice dedicated to evidence-informed, patient-centered care. Dr. Nina specializes in pain management, chronic and sports-related injuries, stress-related disorders, women’s health, nervous system regulation, and pre- and post-surgical recovery. Her clinical approach blends ancient East Asian medical wisdom with modern, evidence-based, and lifestyle medicine principles to address root causes–not just symptoms. With over 10,000 hours of hands-on bodywork experience, Dr. Nina brings deep expertise in the body’s musculoskeletal, energetic, and systemic relationships. She works with a diverse patient population–including athletes, office professionals, pregnant women, surgical patients, teens, and seniors–providing highly individualized, compassionate care grounded in clinical precision. Her healing philosophy is rooted in the holistic principles of TCM and the balance of Yin and Yang, emphasizing natural longevity and sustainable well-being. She supports patient self-efficacy by helping individuals build confidence in managing their health through education, positive reinforcement, and small, achievable goals. Outside the clinic, Dr. Nina maintains balance through movement and mindfulness. She has a lifelong passion for dance and sports–especially hip-hop and pickleball–and restores herself through meditation, Qigong, Yin Yoga, and hiking in nature. She is also an active member of the Women’s League of Westport, supporting philanthropic initiatives that benefit underserved communities in Fairfield County. All articles Health & Wellness Why Timing is the New Longevity There is something quite remarkable about the way nature works when you stop and really think about it. A tree doesn’t grow purely for itself. It provides shelter; its roots help stabilise the earth... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Yin and Yang Through the Lens of Modern Biology For more than 2,000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine has described health in terms of the balance of Yin and Yang. Yet today, these concepts are often misunderstood. To some, they sound mystical, philosophical... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness The Evidence Behind Acupuncture for Knee Osteoarthritis, and Why Diet Matters Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common reasons people seek treatment in my clinic. Many arrive believing that knee pain is simply an unavoidable part of aging. They have tried pain medication... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness The Role of Acupuncture in Healing Common Pickleball Injuries Pickleball’s rapid rise in popularity has also brought a quiet increase in overuse injuries affecting the elbow, shoulder, and knee, especially among adults who play regularly. As an active sport that... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Back Pain That Responds to Acupuncture A licensed acupuncturist explains how acupuncture supports lower back pain, SI joint dysfunction, and piriformis syndrome without relying on medication. Back pain is one of the most common reasons adults... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Top 3 Causes of Neck and Shoulder Pain and How Acupuncture Helps Neck and shoulder pain are often discussed as a single complaint, yet they frequently arise from distinct muscular, joint, or nerve-related conditions. Understanding the underlying source of pain is... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Nina Jatuparisuthiseen Acupuncturist The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Nina Jatuparisuthiseen Acupuncturist Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. 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Anne Rigaud-Walker is an Executive Coach and Strategic Transformation Practitioner who works with senior leaders, leadership teams and high-performing individuals navigating complex personal and professional transformation. Before becoming a coach, Anne spent many years in demanding corporate environments, including within the American performance culture of Yahoo. This experience gave her a deep understanding of the pressures leaders face: ambitious targets, accelerated decision-making, constant expectations and the challenge of sustaining performance over time. Her work now sits at the intersection of executive coaching, psychology, neuroscience-informed approaches and deep transformational practices. Rather than relying on a single methodology, Anne draws from a wide range of disciplines to identify the patterns, blind spots and internal mechanisms that continue to influence behaviour — often long after a person has understood the issue intellectually. She is particularly known for working with leaders who have already undertaken significant development work but still encounter recurring patterns, internal barriers or limitations that remain difficult to shift. Her corporate approach is deeply systemic. Anne may work simultaneously with a leader, individual members of a leadership team and the team as a whole, allowing transformation to take place not only at an individual level but across the wider human system of the organisation. Her current thinking explores the relationship between invisible leadership patterns, collective dynamics and the future of high performance — particularly how organisations can increase human capacity rather than deplete it. At the heart of her work is a simple conviction: meaningful transformation does not always come from finding better answers, but from discovering the question that changes everything. Anne Rigaud-Walker Executive Contributor Executive Coach & Transformation Strategist Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Anne Rigaud-Walker Executive Coach & Transformation Strategist Anne Rigaud-Walker is an Executive Coach and Strategic Transformation Practitioner who works with senior leaders, leadership teams and high-performing individuals navigating complex personal and professional transformation. Before becoming a coach, Anne spent many years in demanding corporate environments, including within the American performance culture of Yahoo. This experience gave her a deep understanding of the pressures leaders face: ambitious targets, accelerated decision-making, constant expectations and the challenge of sustaining performance over time. Her work now sits at the intersection of executive coaching, psychology, neuroscience-informed approaches and deep transformational practices. Rather than relying on a single methodology, Anne draws from a wide range of disciplines to identify the patterns, blind spots and internal mechanisms that continue to influence behaviour — often long after a person has understood the issue intellectually. She is particularly known for working with leaders who have already undertaken significant development work but still encounter recurring patterns, internal barriers or limitations that remain difficult to shift. Her corporate approach is deeply systemic. Anne may work simultaneously with a leader, individual members of a leadership team and the team as a whole, allowing transformation to take place not only at an individual level but across the wider human system of the organisation. Her current thinking explores the relationship between invisible leadership patterns, collective dynamics and the future of high performance — particularly how organisations can increase human capacity rather than deplete it. At the heart of her work is a simple conviction: meaningful transformation does not always come from finding better answers, but from discovering the question that changes everything. All articles Leadership Why Brilliant Leaders Keep Repeating the Same Invisible Patterns Some of the most intelligent, accomplished and self-aware leaders still find themselves repeating behaviours they have already analysed, discussed and tried to change. The issue is rarely a lack of... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anne Rigaud-Walker Executive Coach & Transformation Strategist The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Anne Rigaud-Walker Executive Coach & Transformation Strategist Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Madeleine Daleng is a former international figure skater and five‑time Norwegian champion who has built a career dedicated to movement, health, and human resilience. After retiring from elite sport, she pursued her education at the Norwegian School of Sports Science, laying the foundation for her work in rehabilitation, obesity coaching, and fitness training. Madeleine has spent years helping individuals rebuild strength, confidence, and everyday function—whether through work‑related rehabilitation, long‑term lifestyle change, or performance‑focused training. As the founder of MAD, she delivers personal training, group fitness, and tailored coaching programs designed to meet people exactly where they are. Her approach blends the discipline of elite athletics with warmth, humor, and a deeply human understanding of the challenges people face. She is passionate about creating sustainable change, empowering clients to reconnect with their bodies, and making movement accessible and enjoyable for all. Beyond her professional practice, Madeleine shares motivation, mindset tools, and good energy through her YouTube channel, Madeleinedaleng_goodvibes. She is also a wife and mother, roles that continue to shape her perspective on balance, health, and the realities of modern life. Through every platform she touches, Madeleine’s mission remains the same: to inspire people to move, grow, and believe in their own potential. Madeleine Daleng Nyland Executive Contributor CEO of MAD Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Madeleine Daleng Nyland CEO of MAD Madeleine Daleng is a former international figure skater and five‑time Norwegian champion who has built a career dedicated to movement, health, and human resilience. After retiring from elite sport, she pursued her education at the Norwegian School of Sports Science, laying the foundation for her work in rehabilitation, obesity coaching, and fitness training. Madeleine has spent years helping individuals rebuild strength, confidence, and everyday function—whether through work‑related rehabilitation, long‑term lifestyle change, or performance‑focused training. As the founder of MAD, she delivers personal training, group fitness, and tailored coaching programs designed to meet people exactly where they are. Her approach blends the discipline of elite athletics with warmth, humor, and a deeply human understanding of the challenges people face. She is passionate about creating sustainable change, empowering clients to reconnect with their bodies, and making movement accessible and enjoyable for all. Beyond her professional practice, Madeleine shares motivation, mindset tools, and good energy through her YouTube channel, Madeleinedaleng_goodvibes. She is also a wife and mother, roles that continue to shape her perspective on balance, health, and the realities of modern life. Through every platform she touches, Madeleine’s mission remains the same: to inspire people to move, grow, and believe in their own potential. All articles Health & Wellness How an Arch of Focus Can Transform Your Mindset and Daily Life There are places in life that are not just places. They are portals. Small, everyday passages that, if we allow them, can become moments of clarity, adjustment, and inner calibration. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness GoodVibes Summer Movement Guide Summer has a way of disrupting routines, but that does not mean your progress has to disappear with them. By embracing a more flexible and playful approach to movement, the season can become an opportunity... READ ARTICLE Mindset How to Stop Overthinking Your Health We live in a world where health advice hits us from every direction. Every time you open social media, you’re met with “health hacks,” miracle routines, strict rules, and endless opinions about what... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How to Stay With Your Habits Sticking to new habits is often harder than it seems. While willpower plays a role, true change comes from understanding your motivations, setting clear goals, and finding support. This article explores... READ ARTICLE Mindset Imagine Having the Energy to Go Beyond the Daily Grind No matter what your life looks like today, more energy and vitality are absolutely within reach, and faster than you think. This is the story of how I found my way into the work I do today and why I’m so... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Discovering the Power of Movement and GoodVibes – Exclusive Interview with Madeleine Daleng Nyland Madeleine Daleng is a former international figure skater and five‑time Norwegian champion who has built a career dedicated to movement, health, and human resilience. After retiring from elite sport... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Madeleine Daleng Nyland CEO of MAD The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Madeleine Daleng Nyland CEO of MAD Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Ankur Nagar is a Consumer Insights, Market Research, and Growth Strategy leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations make consumer-centric business decisions. His expertise spans FMCG, Telecom, Financial Services, Automotive, Education, and start-up sectors, and he has worked across both consulting and agency environments, partnering with leadership teams to unlock growth through consumer understanding and market intelligence. Throughout his career, Ankur has helped clients build and scale new business opportunities, acquiring new relationships and reviving dormant accounts through consultative, insight-led selling. For organizations without a dedicated insights function, he has stepped in as an outsourced Consumer Insights partner, designing consumer understanding frameworks that have directly informed innovation pipelines and brand decisions. He has also led global research delivery programs, building offshore capabilities that supported clients across APAC and North American markets while managing complex, multi-country stakeholder relationships. A recurring thread across his engagements has been operational impact: Ankur has redesigned reporting processes to cut client turnaround times by approximately 50%, and has established scalable research systems and governance mechanisms that continue to serve organizations well beyond the length of an individual project. Today, as Founder & Principal Consultant at Saarva, he continues this work directly — running consumer understanding studies, product testing, NPS and customer experience frameworks, and strategic advisory engagements that help FMCG, B2B, startup, and education clients make faster, more confident, consumer-backed decisions. Ankur holds a PGDBA in Marketing, a BBA in Marketing, and a PG Certificate in Digital Marketing & Communication from MICA and UpGrad, and is a certified Design Thinking Master Practitioner. He has been recognized among the Top 20 Most Influential Market Research Professionals and the 10 Most Promising Management & Strategy Consultants in India. Ankur Nagar Executive Contributor Founder & Principal Consultant at Saarva Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Ankur Nagar Founder & Principal Consultant at Saarva Ankur Nagar is a Consumer Insights, Market Research, and Growth Strategy leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations make consumer-centric business decisions. His expertise spans FMCG, Telecom, Financial Services, Automotive, Education, and start-up sectors, and he has worked across both consulting and agency environments, partnering with leadership teams to unlock growth through consumer understanding and market intelligence. Throughout his career, Ankur has helped clients build and scale new business opportunities, acquiring new relationships and reviving dormant accounts through consultative, insight-led selling. For organizations without a dedicated insights function, he has stepped in as an outsourced Consumer Insights partner, designing consumer understanding frameworks that have directly informed innovation pipelines and brand decisions. He has also led global research delivery programs, building offshore capabilities that supported clients across APAC and North American markets while managing complex, multi-country stakeholder relationships. A recurring thread across his engagements has been operational impact: Ankur has redesigned reporting processes to cut client turnaround times by approximately 50%, and has established scalable research systems and governance mechanisms that continue to serve organizations well beyond the length of an individual project. Today, as Founder & Principal Consultant at Saarva, he continues this work directly — running consumer understanding studies, product testing, NPS and customer experience frameworks, and strategic advisory engagements that help FMCG, B2B, startup, and education clients make faster, more confident, consumer-backed decisions. Ankur holds a PGDBA in Marketing, a BBA in Marketing, and a PG Certificate in Digital Marketing & Communication from MICA and UpGrad, and is a certified Design Thinking Master Practitioner. He has been recognized among the Top 20 Most Influential Market Research Professionals and the 10 Most Promising Management & Strategy Consultants in India. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ankur Nagar Founder & Principal Consultant at Saarva The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Ankur Nagar Founder & Principal Consultant at Saarva Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Ingrid is the Founder of The Mindful Way, where she guides others as a Mindfulness Instructor and Somatic Wellness Practitioner, MSc, to calm, purposeful, and empowered living. Ingrid teaches evidence-based tools and practices to relieve everyday stress, increase resilience, and reconnect with the inner, authentic self. Her work is grounded in neuroscience, psychology, and contemplative wisdom. Ingrid's professional path began in an unexpected and life‑altering moment: the contraction of severe double bacterial pneumonia in 2020. Preoccupied with two small children and a stressful full-time job, Ingrid neglected her own health when she developed a cough that worsened over time, eventually leading her to collapse and land in the hospital over Christmas. Frightened and unsure of how to navigate her first terrifying moments in the hospital room, Ingrid suddenly received an answer from within that would bring her a profound sense of calm and peace: meditate. A practice she had engaged in sporadically throughout her life suddenly presented itself to her, as a practice to calm her fear and, ultimately, act as a key player in her recovery. Throughout her illness, Ingrid found that meditation calmed her stress response, increased her resilience, and showed her an inner strength she didn’t know she had. This experience became the catalyst for transforming her lifelong interest in meditation into her career and life’s work. From that moment in the hospital forward, Ingrid committed herself to studying, teaching, and sharing mindfulness and meditation in a way that was both scientifically-informed and deeply human. Today, Ingrid holds a Master of Science Degree in Studies in Mindfulness and a certification to teach mindfulness, strengthening her understanding of how the mind-and-body connection contributes greatly to well-being. This academic foundation also allows Ingrid to bridge the gap between ancient contemplative practices and modern scientific insights. For those who wish to go deeper, Ingrid embraces and supports mindfulness as a spiritual practice as well. In addition to mindfulness, Ingrid has extended her professional training to other somatic modalities that support embodied healing. She is a certified yoga instructor in the Sivananda tradition, offering classes to those seeking gentle, grounding practices that support emotional regulation, physical health, and inner connection. She views yoga as a way of working through the body to shift emotional and physiological states, and integrates this understanding into her teaching. Ingrid is also a certified sound healer, supporting nervous‑system regulation through frequency, resonance, and sensory awareness. She leads sound healing journeys in Stockholm, offering a space for attendees to experience deep rest, emotional release, and presence through therapeutic instruments. Her approach to sound healing is both intuitive and science-based, and Ingrid often interweaves her sound healing sessions with mindfulness meditation for enhanced calm, clarity, and balance. In addition to her in‑person offerings, Ingrid's online presence makes her mindfulness teaching globally accessible. She coaches women one‑on‑one and also facilitates group work through her 8-week mindfulness course for mindfulness-based living. Ingrid’s teaching style is warm, grounded, and deeply caring. Her tone is soft yet authoritative. She creates environments, both in person and online, that feel like sanctuaries: spacious, gentle, and safe. She is known for her ability to translate complex concepts into simple practices that can be easily integrated into everyday life. Her work is trauma‑sensitive, inclusive, and rooted in the belief that every person deserves to feel purposeful, connected, and at home within oneself. As an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, Ingrid writes about mindfulness and how it can nourish all aspects of our well-being. She also writes about yoga and sound healing, offering readers insight into how these modalities support mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Her writing is reflective, research‑informed, and shaped by her commitment to empowering others on their own, personal journeys to healing and wellness. Ingrid Montague Executive Contributor Mindfulness Instructor & Somatic Wellness, MSc Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Ingrid Montague Mindfulness Instructor & Somatic Wellness, MSc Ingrid is the Founder of The Mindful Way, where she guides others as a Mindfulness Instructor and Somatic Wellness Practitioner, MSc, to calm, purposeful, and empowered living. Ingrid teaches evidence-based tools and practices to relieve everyday stress, increase resilience, and reconnect with the inner, authentic self. Her work is grounded in neuroscience, psychology, and contemplative wisdom. Ingrid's professional path began in an unexpected and life‑altering moment: the contraction of severe double bacterial pneumonia in 2020. Preoccupied with two small children and a stressful full-time job, Ingrid neglected her own health when she developed a cough that worsened over time, eventually leading her to collapse and land in the hospital over Christmas. Frightened and unsure of how to navigate her first terrifying moments in the hospital room, Ingrid suddenly received an answer from within that would bring her a profound sense of calm and peace: meditate. A practice she had engaged in sporadically throughout her life suddenly presented itself to her, as a practice to calm her fear and, ultimately, act as a key player in her recovery. Throughout her illness, Ingrid found that meditation calmed her stress response, increased her resilience, and showed her an inner strength she didn’t know she had. This experience became the catalyst for transforming her lifelong interest in meditation into her career and life’s work. From that moment in the hospital forward, Ingrid committed herself to studying, teaching, and sharing mindfulness and meditation in a way that was both scientifically-informed and deeply human. Today, Ingrid holds a Master of Science Degree in Studies in Mindfulness and a certification to teach mindfulness, strengthening her understanding of how the mind-and-body connection contributes greatly to well-being. This academic foundation also allows Ingrid to bridge the gap between ancient contemplative practices and modern scientific insights. For those who wish to go deeper, Ingrid embraces and supports mindfulness as a spiritual practice as well. In addition to mindfulness, Ingrid has extended her professional training to other somatic modalities that support embodied healing. She is a certified yoga instructor in the Sivananda tradition, offering classes to those seeking gentle, grounding practices that support emotional regulation, physical health, and inner connection. She views yoga as a way of working through the body to shift emotional and physiological states, and integrates this understanding into her teaching. Ingrid is also a certified sound healer, supporting nervous‑system regulation through frequency, resonance, and sensory awareness. She leads sound healing journeys in Stockholm, offering a space for attendees to experience deep rest, emotional release, and presence through therapeutic instruments. Her approach to sound healing is both intuitive and science-based, and Ingrid often interweaves her sound healing sessions with mindfulness meditation for enhanced calm, clarity, and balance. In addition to her in‑person offerings, Ingrid's online presence makes her mindfulness teaching globally accessible. She coaches women one‑on‑one and also facilitates group work through her 8-week mindfulness course for mindfulness-based living. Ingrid’s teaching style is warm, grounded, and deeply caring. Her tone is soft yet authoritative. She creates environments, both in person and online, that feel like sanctuaries: spacious, gentle, and safe. She is known for her ability to translate complex concepts into simple practices that can be easily integrated into everyday life. Her work is trauma‑sensitive, inclusive, and rooted in the belief that every person deserves to feel purposeful, connected, and at home within oneself. As an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, Ingrid writes about mindfulness and how it can nourish all aspects of our well-being. She also writes about yoga and sound healing, offering readers insight into how these modalities support mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Her writing is reflective, research‑informed, and shaped by her commitment to empowering others on their own, personal journeys to healing and wellness. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ingrid Montague Mindfulness Instructor & Somatic Wellness, MSc The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Ingrid Montague Mindfulness Instructor & Somatic Wellness, MSc Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Miriam Garcia-den Boer is a brain-based vitality coach and founder of Wellbrain.nl. With an international HR background in large multinationals across Europe and the Middle East. A true citizen of the world, she was born in Spain and lived in the UK, Qatar and she has been based in the Netherlands since 2018. At the end of 2023, her life took a profound turn with a diagnosis of MS (Multiple Sclerosis) an experience that became the catalyst for discovering her deeper purpose. By understanding how the brain works, she transformed her approach to vitality, behaviour and sustainable living. Today, Miriam is dedicated to empowering others to build brain awareness, strengthen resilience and create more sustainable, energized lives. She believes that when you understand your brain, you unlock the power to truly thrive. She deeply delieves that discovering your brain works can transfor your behaviour, life and well-being. Personally speaking, she is happily married and deeply passionate about traveling. She finds inspiration in Japan its culture, harmony, balance and mindfulness which beautifully shape both her way of living and her work. A native Spanish speaker, fluent in English and intermediate in Dutch, she brings a warm, global perspective to everything she does. Miriam Garcia-den Boer Executive Contributor Brain-Based Vitality Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Miriam Garcia-den Boer Brain-Based Vitality Coach Miriam Garcia-den Boer is a brain-based vitality coach and founder of Wellbrain.nl. With an international HR background in large multinationals across Europe and the Middle East. A true citizen of the world, she was born in Spain and lived in the UK, Qatar and she has been based in the Netherlands since 2018. At the end of 2023, her life took a profound turn with a diagnosis of MS (Multiple Sclerosis) an experience that became the catalyst for discovering her deeper purpose. By understanding how the brain works, she transformed her approach to vitality, behaviour and sustainable living. Today, Miriam is dedicated to empowering others to build brain awareness, strengthen resilience and create more sustainable, energized lives. She believes that when you understand your brain, you unlock the power to truly thrive. She deeply delieves that discovering your brain works can transfor your behaviour, life and well-being. Personally speaking, she is happily married and deeply passionate about traveling. She finds inspiration in Japan its culture, harmony, balance and mindfulness which beautifully shape both her way of living and her work. A native Spanish speaker, fluent in English and intermediate in Dutch, she brings a warm, global perspective to everything she does. All articles Mindset How to Find Your Purpose in Life and Discover Your Ikigai A meaningful life rarely begins with a perfect plan. What if finding your purpose in life isn’t about discovering one big answer but learning to notice the small things that make you feel truly alive? READ ARTICLE Mindset Train Your Brain and Transform Your Life Through the Power of Neuroplasticity What if the key to transforming your life isn’t changing your circumstances but changing your brain? For years, we were told that our brains are fixed, limiting what we can achieve. But modern neuroscience reveals... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Six Simple But Powerful Pillars For Lasting Wellbeing What if the change you’ve been searching for isn’t somewhere out there, but already within you, waiting to be activated? In a world that constantly pushes us to do more, achieve more, and become more, it’s easy to... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Turning Challenge into Clarity for Lasting Vitality – Interview with Founder Miriam Garcia-den Boer In this exclusive interview, Miriam Garcia-den Boer, the founder of Wellbrain, shares her transformative journey from an MS diagnosis to creating a space for brain-based vitality coaching. Discover how building... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Miriam Garcia-den Boer Brain-Based Vitality Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Miriam Garcia-den Boer Brain-Based Vitality Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Dr. Sheila J. Wood brings a rare combination of scholarly depth and spiritual wisdom. She is a retired scientist turned Intuitive Healing Coach who serves as a channeler and founder of Healthful Energetics, LLC. She blends her formal academic background (PhD) with metaphysical expertise to guide clients in releasing emotional blocks and uncovering hidden patterns in their lives. Using healing modalities like ancestral and soul work, karmic pattern clearing, energetic miasms remediation, and energy medicine, Dr. Wood helps individuals achieve holistic well-being. Her ethos is compassionate and visionary as she brings wisdom and inspiration, adheres to clear ethical guidelines and honors confidentiality, empowering others on their journey of self-discovery. Credentials and Honors Dr. Wood’s interdisciplinary expertise is reflected in her credentials and recognitions. She holds a doctorate (PhD) and has earned multiple certifications in the healing arts – including Life Coaching, Human Design, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Spiritual Mediumship, and Reiki. This blend of academic rigor and diverse training underscores her commitment to uniting evidence-based knowledge with intuitive practice. She received global recognition for impactful contributions to healthcare at the Health 2.0 Summit 2025. Her debut novel “Waiting for Elijah: A Walk Through Time,” artfully bridges historical fiction with spiritual awakening and won an International Impact Book Award (2025) followed by finalist - author of the year. Her three non-fiction books in 2025 are available on Amazon; “To Infinity and Back - The Power of Spiritual Mediumship and Akashic Healing”; “Understanding the Journey - Metaphysical Food for Thought”; and The Wisdom of Yonck - Messages from the Heartbeat of Cosmic Awareness”. She is recognized by Coach Foundation as a Top Intuitive Healing Coach. Dr. Wood serves as an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, where she shares knowledge on consciousness, symbolic intelligence, and holistic well-being with a global audience. Most recently, she has embraced a new role as Global Advisor in Intuition and Transcendence with Clara Futura World, newly founded for benevolent human AI development. Sheila Jeanette Wood Executive Contributor Intuitive Healing Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Sheila Jeanette Wood Intuitive Healing Coach Dr. Sheila J. Wood brings a rare combination of scholarly depth and spiritual wisdom. She is a retired scientist turned Intuitive Healing Coach who serves as a channeler and founder of Healthful Energetics, LLC. She blends her formal academic background (PhD) with metaphysical expertise to guide clients in releasing emotional blocks and uncovering hidden patterns in their lives. Using healing modalities like ancestral and soul work, karmic pattern clearing, energetic miasms remediation, and energy medicine, Dr. Wood helps individuals achieve holistic well-being. Her ethos is compassionate and visionary as she brings wisdom and inspiration, adheres to clear ethical guidelines and honors confidentiality, empowering others on their journey of self-discovery. Credentials and Honors Dr. Wood’s interdisciplinary expertise is reflected in her credentials and recognitions. She holds a doctorate (PhD) and has earned multiple certifications in the healing arts – including Life Coaching, Human Design, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Spiritual Mediumship, and Reiki. This blend of academic rigor and diverse training underscores her commitment to uniting evidence-based knowledge with intuitive practice. She received global recognition for impactful contributions to healthcare at the Health 2.0 Summit 2025. Her debut novel “Waiting for Elijah: A Walk Through Time,” artfully bridges historical fiction with spiritual awakening and won an International Impact Book Award (2025) followed by finalist - author of the year. Her three non-fiction books in 2025 are available on Amazon; “To Infinity and Back - The Power of Spiritual Mediumship and Akashic Healing”; “Understanding the Journey - Metaphysical Food for Thought”; and The Wisdom of Yonck - Messages from the Heartbeat of Cosmic Awareness”. She is recognized by Coach Foundation as a Top Intuitive Healing Coach. Dr. Wood serves as an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, where she shares knowledge on consciousness, symbolic intelligence, and holistic well-being with a global audience. Most recently, she has embraced a new role as Global Advisor in Intuition and Transcendence with Clara Futura World, newly founded for benevolent human AI development. All articles Technology Discovery as a Bridge Toward Consciousness in Human AI Development This article brings together the philosophical underpinnings of the theories surrounding the bridge between worlds, through which artists, mathematicians, musicians, and, most importantly, the creative... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Stemming the Tide of the Hollow Echoes of Abuse Trauma does not always begin with life-altering events, it can also take root through subtle, repeated experiences that quietly shape how we think, feel, and respond. This article explores how healing... READ ARTICLE Technology Cultivating the Conditions in Human AI Development to Safeguard Vulnerability and Pluralism This article will help center and challenge us to be the cornerstone of nondualism as we move AI development into a platform that honors vulnerability with the workings of pluralism. When we mirror... READ ARTICLE Technology The Sounds of Conscious Evolution in Human and AI Co-Creation Richard Dobson, at Clara Futura World marries revelatory insight from ancient wisdom with an innovative sonic platform1 that provides a way to co-evolve with AI. It harkens back to when we were created... READ ARTICLE Technology AI Co-Creation by Mirroring the Contours of Intuitive and Intellectual Resonance In this article, we will discuss why the thought is widely held (albeit unintentional) that reason outranks intuition when it comes to the foundational AI build. We will ask questions about which... READ ARTICLE Technology Human and AI Consciousness Development Driven by Intuition As the smoke clears on another year of my life, the sounds of this birthday fill the air. The predominant beat for me is that of consistency, consistency of thought, consistency of effort, and consistency... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Sheila Jeanette Wood Intuitive Healing Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Sheila Jeanette Wood Intuitive Healing Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Deborah Leah is 59 years old. She lives with a roommate and their two cats. When not working or writing, she enjoys spending time with her friends, often sharing meals and stories (which never feel old). She has a sister in Poconos, PA, and her parents live in the hills of TN. She is a proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Deborah was a nanny for much of her career. She loves children’s laughter, playing outside, encouraging creativity, and most of all, modeling and teaching. She is proud of all “her” children and happy for those she still sees. Deborah published her book “Winning Over Shame – a memoir of surviving sexual, emotional, and psychological abuse, plus the skills and tools anyone can use to find their whole and happy” in July 2026. It recounts her abuse and the ways it showed up in her life. Including the 12-year relationship with her ex-husband, where trying alternative lifestyles escalated to becoming members of a swinger’s group. Deborah’s work goes far beyond exploring her pain and the aftermath, however. Half her book explores her road to whole and happy. She went from struggling to tell someone “No” to running a de facto boarding house and completing a BS in psychology. She learned to manage anxiety and end her lifelong desire to not be. Like so many abuse survivors, Deborah spent her life comparing the worst of her insides to the best of everyone else’s outsides. She shares relationships that have grown and helped her to be less judgmental toward herself. Some of the greatest parts of “Winning Over Shame” are the tools that Deborah created to manage her own pain and emotions. One of these tools is a coping box. Deborah shares extensive lists of items and ideas. There are choices ground and others to lift someone stuck in their emotions. Anyone can create a coping box for during a crisis or for day-to-day triggers. Deborah Leah Adams Executive Contributor Author Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Deborah Leah Adams Author Deborah Leah is 59 years old. She lives with a roommate and their two cats. When not working or writing, she enjoys spending time with her friends, often sharing meals and stories (which never feel old). She has a sister in Poconos, PA, and her parents live in the hills of TN. She is a proud member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Deborah was a nanny for much of her career. She loves children’s laughter, playing outside, encouraging creativity, and most of all, modeling and teaching. She is proud of all “her” children and happy for those she still sees. Deborah published her book “Winning Over Shame – a memoir of surviving sexual, emotional, and psychological abuse, plus the skills and tools anyone can use to find their whole and happy” in July 2026. It recounts her abuse and the ways it showed up in her life. Including the 12-year relationship with her ex-husband, where trying alternative lifestyles escalated to becoming members of a swinger’s group. Deborah’s work goes far beyond exploring her pain and the aftermath, however. Half her book explores her road to whole and happy. She went from struggling to tell someone “No” to running a de facto boarding house and completing a BS in psychology. She learned to manage anxiety and end her lifelong desire to not be. Like so many abuse survivors, Deborah spent her life comparing the worst of her insides to the best of everyone else’s outsides. She shares relationships that have grown and helped her to be less judgmental toward herself. Some of the greatest parts of “Winning Over Shame” are the tools that Deborah created to manage her own pain and emotions. One of these tools is a coping box. Deborah shares extensive lists of items and ideas. There are choices ground and others to lift someone stuck in their emotions. Anyone can create a coping box for during a crisis or for day-to-day triggers. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Deborah Leah Adams Author The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Deborah Leah Adams Author Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Kicki Hjortmarker has a long history working holistically with injuries and chronic pain relief. She is a passionate mind/bodyworker who has facilitated healing for thousands of people and helped them lead a balanced pain free life. She has a multifaceted training- and life experience, which has led her to a broad perspective and strong intuition about what is needed when working with chronic pain. Kicki’s interest for the Healing Arts started at a very young age as a ballet dancer and later as a gymnast on the Swedish National Team in Rhythmic Sports Gymnastics. The intense training led to several injuries and chronic lower back pain. Hence, at the age of 18 Kicki stopped competing at elite level. The following years she spent studying education for elementary school at University of Gothenburg, Sweden, taught for a few years, and then headed to study acting in SD, California, a life long dream! In SD she picked up ballet dancing again, but her lower back pain was getting worse. So, she sought treatments from a wonderful acupuncturist in San Diego who helped her with the mind/body awareness. She feels that lessons gained from her injuries have given her a tremendous insight and advantage when developing her methods of working. After a few years in SD, she headed to NYC to study acting. Within the program she studied Feldenkreis, Alexander technique, the relationship between mind/body/voice/throat, movement improve, and psychology. The following years back in LA, she took as many classes and certifications in massage therapy and bodywork as she could. To name a few, she got certified in massage therapy in 2005, started CST and SER studies in 2010, Pilates teacher certified in 2015, Reiki master in 2020, and certified Hypnotherapist in 2024.   Kicki is currently working full-time with her private practice Swedish Balance, customizing holistic treatments and programs to combat chronic headaches-, back-, neck-, stress, and trauma related pain. It is Kicki’s true passion to help people become pain free. It is her mission to inspire others to trust the natural healing power of body, mind, spirit! Kicki Katarina Hjortmarker Executive Contributor Holistic Bodyworker Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Kicki Katarina Hjortmarker Holistic Bodyworker Kicki Hjortmarker has a long history working holistically with injuries and chronic pain relief. She is a passionate mind/bodyworker who has facilitated healing for thousands of people and helped them lead a balanced pain free life. She has a multifaceted training- and life experience, which has led her to a broad perspective and strong intuition about what is needed when working with chronic pain. Kicki’s interest for the Healing Arts started at a very young age as a ballet dancer and later as a gymnast on the Swedish National Team in Rhythmic Sports Gymnastics. The intense training led to several injuries and chronic lower back pain. Hence, at the age of 18 Kicki stopped competing at elite level. The following years she spent studying education for elementary school at University of Gothenburg, Sweden, taught for a few years, and then headed to study acting in SD, California, a life long dream! In SD she picked up ballet dancing again, but her lower back pain was getting worse. So, she sought treatments from a wonderful acupuncturist in San Diego who helped her with the mind/body awareness. She feels that lessons gained from her injuries have given her a tremendous insight and advantage when developing her methods of working. After a few years in SD, she headed to NYC to study acting. Within the program she studied Feldenkreis, Alexander technique, the relationship between mind/body/voice/throat, movement improve, and psychology. The following years back in LA, she took as many classes and certifications in massage therapy and bodywork as she could. To name a few, she got certified in massage therapy in 2005, started CST and SER studies in 2010, Pilates teacher certified in 2015, Reiki master in 2020, and certified Hypnotherapist in 2024. Kicki is currently working full-time with her private practice Swedish Balance, customizing holistic treatments and programs to combat chronic headaches-, back-, neck-, stress, and trauma related pain. It is Kicki’s true passion to help people become pain free. It is her mission to inspire others to trust the natural healing power of body, mind, spirit! All articles Health & Wellness Feel Like You’re Falling Apart? Think You Need to Walk More? Walking and massage may provide temporary relief, but they do not always address the underlying cause of recurring pain and limited mobility. Discover how a more holistic approach to movement, bodywork... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Having an Agonizing Spot Between Your Shoulders? – Part 3 Neuromuscular massage therapy involves working on trigger points and assessing alignment and posture. Your posture and movement patterns can contribute to the formation of trigger points and may need... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Having an Agonizing Spot Between Your Shoulders? – Part 2 Fibromyalgia and trigger point pain can feel remarkably similar, but their patterns and potential causes differ. This article explores how widespread pain may be distinguished from localized trigger... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Having an Agonizing Spot Between Your Shoulders? – Part 1 If you are experiencing a persistent, painful spot between your shoulders, or anywhere else in your body, that does not improve with massage or pressure, you may have a trigger point that is referring... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Healing Through Movement and Inner Wisdom – Exclusive Interview with Kicki Hjortmarker Kicki Hjortmarker has a solid background in the hands-on healing field treating people with injuries and chronic pain conditions. With a holistic approach she integrates Neuromusclular Massage Thearpy... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Ever Felt Better After Laughing Out Loud? Explore the Health Benefits of Laughter and Hypnosis You’re in a bad mood, and life sucks! But, all of a sudden, your dog or your cat does something funny… It cracks you up! Maybe you don’t have a dog or a cat, but most of us have an Instagram or... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Kicki Katarina Hjortmarker Holistic Bodyworker The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Kicki Katarina Hjortmarker Holistic Bodyworker Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Dawn Reno Langley has written extensively for newspapers and magazines, published more than 30 books, including children’s books; novels such as The Mourning Parade (Amberjack, 2017); nonfiction books on arts and antiques; as well as dozens of award-winning short stories, essays, and poems in journals such as Hunger Mountain, The Missouri Review, The Oklahoma Review, The Provo Canyon Review, and Superstition Review; and hundreds of articles, theater reviews, and blogs for national and global publications. A Fulbright scholar in Pakistan and TedX speaker with an MFA in Fiction from Vermont College and a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies from The Union Institute and University, Langley’s nonfiction work centers on women’s issues, including You Are Divine: A Search for the Goddess in All of Us (Llewellyn), which was released globally in January 2022. Currently, she is working on The Alligator the third novel in The Art of Rivers trilogy, a historical saga about an interracial couple’s relationship during the 1960s-1980s. Dawn Reno Langley Executive Contributor Author, Writing Coach, & Yoga Instructor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Dawn Reno Langley Author, Writing Coach, & Yoga Instructor Dawn Reno Langley has written extensively for newspapers and magazines, published more than 30 books, including children’s books; novels such as The Mourning Parade (Amberjack, 2017); nonfiction books on arts and antiques; as well as dozens of award-winning short stories, essays, and poems in journals such as Hunger Mountain, The Missouri Review, The Oklahoma Review, The Provo Canyon Review, and Superstition Review; and hundreds of articles, theater reviews, and blogs for national and global publications. A Fulbright scholar in Pakistan and TedX speaker with an MFA in Fiction from Vermont College and a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies from The Union Institute and University, Langley’s nonfiction work centers on women’s issues, including You Are Divine: A Search for the Goddess in All of Us (Llewellyn), which was released globally in January 2022. Currently, she is working on The Alligator the third novel in The Art of Rivers trilogy, a historical saga about an interracial couple’s relationship during the 1960s-1980s. All articles Business News Award-Winning Author Dawn Reno Langley Launches Two New Books That Confront Courage and Reinvention London, England, September 2026. Internationally published author Dawn Reno Langley, a native of Everett, Massachusetts, who graduated from Everett High School (EHS) in 1971, has released two... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Dawn Reno Langley Author, Writing Coach, & Yoga Instructor The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Dawn Reno Langley Author, Writing Coach, & Yoga Instructor Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?