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Life is a Sacred Journey

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Cell Phone: The Enemy in Your Pocket

April 26, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

🎙 In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, our host, Michael Pope, engages in an exclusive conversation with the one and only Dr. Carolyn A. Brent. She has been through a lot in the past few years and is still fighting for justice today. She will share some eye-opening insights on the risks of owning a smart device, how easily hackers can steal your identity, and, most importantly, how to protect yourself. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etagluJjBGM

How Generative AI Can Transform Medical Care || Robert Pearl, MD

April 19, 2024 23:01 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to listen to an insightful conversation with Dr. Pearl, who joined us to share all about his third healthcare book ChatGPT, MD: How AI-Empowered Patients & Doctors Can Take Back Control of American Medicine, a seminal book co-authored by Dr. Robert Pearl and the advanced AI system, ChatGPT. This collaboration offers a unique perspective on the future of healthcare, highlighting the transformative potential of generative AI. Like the fir...

Micheal's Ponderings #67

April 12, 2024 15:00 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MB

Join us for a new Ponderings session with the amazing Micheal Pope as our host.

Empowering Retirees To Ignite Their Greatness || Sharon Rolph

April 05, 2024 15:00 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, join us for an inspiring conversation with the Queen of Courage and Boomers' life coach, Sharon Rolph. For most of her life Sharon felt invisible and when retired, she wondered how she'd know if she was productive.  Today she's a motivating influencer at 76, as an author, podcast guest and the Queen of Courage on Instagram. Her days now feel "right" since finding her Spark. This transformation she experienced is being offered to the public, for the f...

Micheal's Ponderings #66

March 29, 2024 15:00 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Join us for a new set of Ponderings with the incredible Micheal Pope as our host. Don't forget to spread the word, and let's all come together for this extraordinary experience. #podcast #LifeisaSacredJourney

Connected Horse || Paula Hertel & Nancy Schier Anzelmo

March 22, 2024 15:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

In this episode of Life is a Sacred Journey, we are joined by Connected Horse Co-Founders Paula Hertel and Nancy Schier Anzelmo. Connected Horse provides innovative equine-assisted workshops and training that inspire connection and engagement and improve the lives of those impacted by dementia together with their care partners. Our pathbreaking equine programming is driven by research conducted at Stanford University and UC Davis and is designed to help those who can attend workshops in perso...

Fly Above Life's Dangers || teZa Lord

March 15, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, join us for an engaging conversation with the teZa Lord, author, artist, and spirit activist. Disseminating meditative videos, posts, and inspiring visual aids in social media realms, using hashtags such as #stayWoke #higherConsciousness #IamCivitas, being a metaphorical Civitas, not entertaining or pitching, but uplifting others through books, public speaking, and offering creative expressions of various sorts. Balancing the weight of society’s tende...

Celebrating Women's History Month || Lynn Abaté-Johnson

March 08, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

In this special Life is a Sacred Journey episode, we'll observe International Women's Day by joining hands with the distinguished author and speaker Lynn Abaté-Johnson, who will impart invaluable insights. Get inspired by Lynn's latest masterpiece, VOICES OF THE 21ST CENTURY: WOMEN EMPOWERED THROUGH PASSION AND PURPOSE. This incredible book showcases the stories of 44 inspiring women authors, sharing their triumphs and empowerment journeys. So buckle up and get ready to be inspired because t...

Micheal's Ponderings #65

February 23, 2024 16:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

Join us for a new set of Ponderings with the incredible Micheal Pope as our host. Don't forget to spread the word, and let's all come together for this extraordinary experience. #podcast #LifeisaSacredJourney

Micheal's Ponderings #64

February 16, 2024 16:58 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Join us on #LifeisaSacredJourney for an episode with our fantastic host, Micheal Pope, as she dives into a new set of thought-provoking ideas. #caregiving #podcast

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #63

February 09, 2024 16:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to listen to a new set of Ponderings with our wonderful host, Micheal Pope, and special guest, Aundrea Sides, your Intuitive Life Architect. Aundrea helps people from around the world to take control of their lives by living their authentic selves. Having spent 15 transformative years guiding individuals through intimate 1-on-1 sessions, Aundrea now ventures into a new chapter of her life. Her mission is to liberate millions from the sha...

LIVING A LIFE OF PURPOSE || JOCELYN JONES

February 04, 2024 20:31 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we are joined by Jocelyn Jones. As an author, keynote speaker, podcast host, entrepreneur, and minister, Jocelyn has a wealth of experience to share. She knows firsthand the challenges of caregiving, having lost her father to Alzheimer's last year. But despite the difficulties, Jocelyn remains passionate about helping others. Through her workshops on preventing burnout and dealing with overwhelm, she inspires caregivers to find strength, hope, and joy...

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #62

January 29, 2024 19:23 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, for an inspiring set of Ponderings with our incredible host, Micheal Pope. Let's take time to reflect on our unique and sacred journeys.

The Future of Alzheimer's & Dementia Care || Micheal Pope

January 19, 2024 16:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, join us to gain valuable insights on how we can make a positive impact in the field of Alzheimer's and Dementia care.

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #61

January 12, 2024 16:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

🎙 As we kick off the new year on #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to watch our latest *pre-recorded* session of ponderings from our host, Micheal Pope, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. #share #podcast

Advocating For Your Chronically Ill Child || Maureen Michele Petersen, MD

December 29, 2023 16:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB

Join us on #LifeisaSacredJourney as we discuss with Dr. Maureen Michele Petersen, an award-winning leader, life coach, author, and physician who helps parents of chronically ill children regain control of their lives and thrive at fulfillment. 🔗 Learn more: https://maureenmichelemd.com/

THE GIFTS OF LIFE || MICHEAL POPE

December 22, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

This #LifeisaSacredJourney special is a gentle reminder that life is truly a sacred journey, full of beautiful gifts that we receive every day. It's important to celebrate these blessings and cherish each moment.

23 GOOD THINGS THAT HAPPENED IN 2023

December 15, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

🎙️ In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to join our fabulous host, Michael Pope, in a retrospective of 2023 and celebrate 23 beautiful things that happened throughout the year. Let's cherish the memories of the past and look forward to an even brighter future ahead. ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #60

December 08, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to ponder with our incredible host, Micheal Pope.

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #59

December 01, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to listen to a new set of ponderings from our extraordinary host, Micheal Pope. For more information, visit https://www.michealpopeproductions.com/.

COPING WITH THE HOLIDAY BLUES || AUDREY L. WHITE

November 24, 2023 16:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MB

🎙️ In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we are joined by Audrey L. White to discuss how we can beat the holiday blues. ✨ She is the CEO of the Grief Coach Academy, the #1 coach training program dedicated to training coaches how to help people through grief. With her expertise in dealing with life’s setbacks, grief, and stress, Audrey has helped countless individuals find hope and healing during times of trauma and loss. ✨ Audrey’s passion for healing is borne from her own journey thr...

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #58

November 17, 2023 15:59 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

We are live on #LifeisaSacredJourney for a new Ponderings session with our dearest, Micheal Pope.

CREATIVE EXPRESSION AND BRAIN HEALTH || MAGDA KACZMARSKA

November 11, 2023 19:42 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

🎙️ In this brief #LifeisaSacredJourney episode, we'll be joined by the wonderful Magda Kaczmarska, dancer, teaching artist, and creative aging advocate based in New York City. ✨ Magda will share why engaging in dance in an intentional way may have benefits to our wellbeing. Moreover, after the interview, we get the opportunity to experience the benefits in an exclusive 30-minute dance ZOOM activity guided by Magda. #dance #creativemovement #podcast #caregiving

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #57

November 03, 2023 14:58 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

🎙 In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to listen to a new set of ponderings from our incredible host, Micheal Pope, ✨

AGING IN PLACE VS. ASSISTED LIVING || DAYNA WILSON

October 20, 2023 21:24 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

🎙️ In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to meet Dayna Wilson, also known as the "Downsizing Diva." Dayna is a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and Certified Senior Housing Professional (CSHP), focusing on helping Boomers, Zoomers, and Savvy Seniors. As a Downsizing Coach and a seniors specialist, she not only creates customized strategies for marketing and selling a property but also works with clients to explore housing options, ensuring that their next home best serv...

SAFETY COMES FIRST || LAURA FROMBACH & JOY FARROW

October 13, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we're joined again by the co-authors of Street Smart Safety for Women: Your Guide to Defensive Living, Joy Farrow and Laura Frombach. to learn more about Dating app red flags: online safety for dates, College campus safety and Halloween safety.

PAVING A PATH FROM PAIN TO PEACE || AUDREY L. WHITE

October 06, 2023 15:01 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we discuss grief healing with Audrey L. White, co-author of the book Grief Coaching: Paving a Path from Pain to Peace, released in the summer of 2023. Also, she is the CEO of the Grief Coach Academy, the #1 coach training program dedicated to training coacheS how to help people through grief. With her expertise in dealing with life’s setbacks, grief, and stress, Audrey has helped countless individuals find hope and healing during times of trauma and l...

THE IMPACT OF DEMENTIA ON THE BLACK COMMUNITY || TERI CARLYLE

September 29, 2023 14:59 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

🎙️ In this episode we are delighted to introduce you to Teri Carlyle, the Director of Finance and Operations at Urban Strategies Council. who will help us learn more about the 14th Annual African American Alzheimer's Forum.

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #56

September 22, 2023 14:59 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #56

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #55

September 15, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

#LifeisaSacredJourney is live! Join us for a pondering session with our dearest Micheal Pope. ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #54

September 08, 2023 14:59 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

#LifeisaSacredJourney is live! We invite you to ponder with our host, Micheal Pope, current events and our sacred journeys on this planet . ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #53

September 01, 2023 14:59 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

#LifeisaSacredJourney is live! Join us for a new set of Ponderings from our excellent host, Micheal Pope. ✨

HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR SAFETY INTUITION

August 18, 2023 15:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to listen to an interview with Former Deputy Sheriff Joy Farrow and Domestic Violence Survivor Laura Frombach, co-authors of Street Smart Safety for Women: Your Guide to Defensive Living. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.streetsmartsafety.org

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #52

August 11, 2023 14:59 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to ponder ..., and more. ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #51

August 04, 2023 20:03 - 47 minutes - 43 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to ponder the importance of doing what we love, living in the moment, challenging our thinking, and more. ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #50

July 21, 2023 14:59 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, enjoy another set of Ponderings from our excellent host, Micheal Pope. ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #49

July 07, 2023 14:59 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, enjoy another set of Ponderings from our wonderful host, Micheal Pope. ✨

HOW TO THRIVE IN TIMES OF CRISIS || DR. NELVA LEE

June 30, 2023 14:59 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

🎙 In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, enjoy an inspirational conversation with Dr. Nelva Lee, the Founder and CEO of MiTio Technologies, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consulting firm and Medical and Court Interpreting and Translating Training Institute. 📖 Dr. Lee is the author of several books including Be the SuperHero of Your Story, a personal responsibility development guide. ✨ MiTio Inc. employs Interpreters and Translators directly to healthcare/legal organizations in need of...

PUTTING YOURSELF 1ST WHILE CARING FOR A LOVED ONE || IRIS WAICHLER

June 23, 2023 15:22 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, enjoy an exclusive conversation with Iris Waichler, MSW, LCSW, who has been a medical social worker for over 40 years. ✨ She counseled people with catastrophic illnesses and their families. Iris was a caregiver for her parents and helped 2 friends to die with dignity. Iris is a 12-time award-winning author of 3 books. ✨ Her most recent book, Role Reversal How to Take Care of Yourself and Your Aging Parents, won 8 major book awards. She has authored ...

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #48

June 09, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

🎙 In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, enjoy another set of Ponderings from our dearest, Micheal Pope, around current events and our sacred journey, Life. ✨

HOW TO BLOSSOM THROUGH CAREGIVING || LYNN ABATÉ-JOHNSON

June 02, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

🎙 In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to enjoy an inspiring conversation with International Best-Selling Author & Speaker Lynn Abaté-Johnson. 🌸 After being a primary caregiver for her mom for over six years, Lynn understands the typhoon of emotions and responsibilities that come with caring for a loved one. However, she discovered how to blossom through (and after) caregiving rather than let it drown her. Like most family caregivers, Lynn juggled caregiving duties with a ...

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #47

May 26, 2023 14:59 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, join our host, Micheal Pope, to ponder how we enjoy the fruits of our labor, what matters most, the power of communication, and more. ✨

FINDING EMOTIONAL BALANCE WHILE CAREGIVING || MARIKA HUMPHREYS

May 19, 2023 14:58 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to enjoy a lively conversation with Life Coach and recovering perfectionist, Marika Humphreys, who helps people who are caregiving for their partner. As her husband's care partner during his 5-year battle with cancer, she knows how challenging it can be. She knows first hand that you cannot give what you don’t have, so she teaches people how to calm their mental anxiety, build their emotional capacity, and support their spirit. Learn m...

CELEBRATING LIFE || MICHEAL POPE

May 16, 2023 00:05 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, our host, Micheal Pope, is joined by her dear friends to mark her 66th birthday and celebrate life. Special thanks to everyone who joined: Ayan, Nancy Resing, Ofa Haunga, Rowland Yovonie, Samuel Yun, Sandy Blazer, Stuart & Jane Furman, Sun Hee Kim, Theresa Jiggetts. ✨ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeisasacredjourney

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #46

May 05, 2023 14:59 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we invite you to enjoy a new set of Ponderings from our dearest, Micheal Pope, around current events and our sacred journey, Life. ✨

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #45

April 28, 2023 14:59 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

#LifeisaSacredJourney is live! Join us for a new set of Ponderings from our dearest, Micheal Pope, on current events and our sacred journey, life.

LIMB LOSS AWARENESS || KALE SUDHOFF

April 21, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

🎙 In honor of Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, we are pleased to present an exclusive interview with Kale Sudhoff, an extraordinary 18-year-old high school senior who is taking the world by storm. Despite juggling a busy schedule attending high school, taking college classes, working at a golf course, and teaching at a local preschool, Kale has found the time to pursue his passion for writing and illustrating children's books. With two published children's books under his belt, ...

BRINGING AMERICA TO THERAPY || PHYLLIS LEAVITT

April 14, 2023 15:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

🎙️ In this episode of #LifeisaSacredJourney, we have the pleasure of discussing with Phyllis Leavitt, a psychotherapist with over thirty years of experience who is currently writing a book on what it would mean to bring America to therapy. 🔗 Learn more: https://phyllisleavitt.com.

MICHEAL'S PONDERINGS #44

April 07, 2023 14:57 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

#LifeisaSacredJourney is live! Join us for a new set of Ponderings from our host, Micheal Pope, on current events and our sacred journey, life.

TAKING CARE OF THE CAREGIVER || GRETCHEN STAEBLER

March 31, 2023 14:57 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

#LifeisaSacredJourney is live with Gretchen Staebler, Caregiver Ally and Author of “Mother Lode: Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver.” Learn more: https://gretchenstaebler.com