Dr. Deborah Vinall joins the podcast today to discuss schizophrenia, trauma, mental health, and her two most recent books, Gaslighting and Trauma Recovery Workbook for Teens. Dr. Vinall is a trauma expert and author who holds a Doctor of Psychology and works as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She currently runs a private practice in Los Angeles where she specializes in helping individuals heal from traumatic life experiences and painful relationship dynamics. In this conversation, we cover: When and how gaslighting occurs. The importance of recognizing mental health issues in gaslighters. Different types of cognitive distortions and how to treat them. How trauma typically manifests in people’s lives.  How does Dr. Vinall help people heal, cultivate self-compassion, and build meaningful connections in holistic and sustainable ways? Join us now to explore her transformative approach – and gain valuable insights into reclaiming empowerment and fostering resilience. Learn more about Dr. Vinall and her work by visiting her website! Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this episode, we connect with Annie Chen, an author, therapist, consultant, and coach who uses neuroscience research to help clients navigate the complexities of relationships and emotional safety. Annie has been studying the mind, nervous systems, and relationships for over 17 years – empowering her to help others in unique and productive ways…  Annie recently wrote I Want to Connect: Rewire Your Nervous System for Stress Resilience and Secure Attachment, a book that demystifies what it takes to have better relationships. By transcending surface-level advice and digging into the fundamentals of stress resilience, Annie provides readers with the resources to practice self-awareness, reflection, and skills to improve daily life. Join us now to find out: What inspired Annie to write her latest book. Why relationships are so critical to our well-being. How mental health issues have changed since the pandemic. Factors that determine our mental and physical health. How has Annie’s work with meditation, therapeutic work, and community transformed her own life and others around her? Click play to see for yourself! You can follow along with Annie by visiting her website. Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this episode, we sit down with Marc Brettler and Amy-Jill “AJ” Levine to discuss the Jewish faith, Rabbinic Literature, the New Testament, Christianity, Anti-Semitism, and more. How do Judaism and Christianity intersect? These two experts are certainly the people to enlighten us on this intriguing subject… Marc is a biblical scholar and the Bernice and Morton Lerner Professor in Judaic Studies at Duke University. His research interests include a vast array of topics, including biblical metaphors, the Bible and gender, biblical historical texts, the book of Psalms, and the post-biblical reception of the Hebrew Bible. He is a co-founder of the website thetorah.com and the author of several books, including The Bible With and Without Jesus, which he co-authored with AJ. AJ is Rabbi Stanley M. Kessler Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies at Hartford International University for Religion and Peace. She works in biblical studies – and is a well-known critic of antisemitic, sexist, and homophobic theologies. AJ is a self-described "Yankee Jewish feminist who teaches in a predominantly Protestant divinity school in the buckle of the Bible Belt." Dive in now to explore: What Rabbinic Literature is, and how it fits into Old and New Testament studies.  The captivating history of the Hebrew language. The difference between Rabbinic Hebrew and Biblical Hebrew.  How Christians and Jews understand their respective historical texts.  You can learn more about Marc here, and AJ here! Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

As businesses emerge from tax season, many ask: How can I maximize profits and minimize taxes for next year? John Scott, an Anders CPAs + Advisors partner, sits down to enlighten us. John has been working with Anders since 1992, leading the firm’s legal industry efforts for the Virtual CFO team. He effectively uses key performance metrics to offer dedicated resources, financial insight, and critical thinking to help law firms address complex issues. John is on a mission to help his clients understand what’s going to happen based on current data. How does he achieve this? By accessing financial records and reconciling cash flows on a weekly basis… In this episode, we cover: How to make data-driven decisions. How to stay in sync with your cash flow curve. Ways to determine your “working capital”, and how to build cash reserves. Key factors that every business owner should know. To learn more about John and his work with Anders CPAs + Advisors, click here now! Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this episode, Avi Kumar, the Founder and CEO of KUWARE Inc., joins us to discuss business marketing, growth, and advertising. KUWARE is a marketing and advertising agency that focuses on growing businesses through organic and paid media. How do they do it, and what makes their methods unique? Avi sits down to explain… KUWARE has been helping businesses since 2008, turning marketing into a science. From strategy to implementation, Avi and his team specialize in providing digital marketing solutions with targeted budgeting options. Dive into the conversation now to learn about: How Avi got into marketing and advertising.  The two distinct groups that KUWARE works with.  How marketing differs between big and small businesses.   The best thing a business can do to achieve growth and exposure. Avi says, “Some have described marketing as a practice of the arts and the sciences. At KUWARE, we only practice science!”  Are you ready to find out what this really means? Click play now to see for yourself! You can find more on KUWARE here.  Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

Something had been brewing for years in the heart of the Nightingale household: a fervent desire to chart a course away from reliance on conventional systems and embrace a life of self-sufficiency, health, and well-being. When the perfect property came up for sale, Kelsey Nightingale and her husband Sean seized the opportunity to take a significant step toward their dream: they purchased a small house on acreage in the quiet corners of Scottsburg, Oregon, a literal ghost town with a population of just 350. Building a homestead is a slow process with plenty of challenges, yet their progress only further motivates them with each passing year. No longer tethered to grocery store aisles as they once were, they produce their own bread, milk, eggs, chicken, and turkey. They also have a burgeoning food garden that improves each growing season. Tune in to explore: The timeline of success in small farming and homesteading, understanding the patience and perseverance required The labor of love that is starting and nurturing a homestead and the unparalleled rewards it brings The financial aspect of homesteading and ways to make money off it What exciting new plans are in the works at the Nightingale Farmstead Press play to hear the entire conversation, and follow Kelsey and Sean's journey by finding them @NightingaleFarmstead on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

Mark Holtzapple, a chemical engineering professor at Texas A&M University, returns to the podcast to delve into his unique approach to engine efficiency and alternative energy. His passion for scientific exploration drives him to push the boundaries of what is possible. What is his current mission? To revolutionize the efficiency of automobile engines… Mark is the co-author of two engineering textbooks used to teach engineers throughout the world: Foundations of Engineering and Concepts in Engineering. His research interests include biomass conversion to fuels, water desalination, high-efficiency air conditioning, engines, compressors, and more.  In this discussion, we cover: How Mark’s research closes the gap between what an automobile engine can do, and what it is currently doing.  How hot fuel, exhaust, and incoming air interact inside an internal combustion engine. The best engines that are carnot-efficient.  How water evaporation impacts engine performance. To learn more about Mark and his fascinating research, click here now! Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this conversation, we sit down with a member of Doomberg to discuss the mindset of continuous improvement and other thought-provoking ideas that are important for us all to consider.  Doomberg is an anonymous news publication that provides readers with an in-depth analysis of financial and economic trends – underscoring information missing from mainstream media. By utilizing the principles of continuous improvement, it has become the #1 paid finance newsletter on Substack, boasting more than 85,000 email subscribers and 250,000 Twitter followers.  Dive in now to explore:  What continuous improvement is, and the many facets of it. How to turn mistakes into an opportunity to improve.  The difference between perfectionism and continuous improvement.  How to facilitate personal and professional growth. How can you hone your skills over the span of your career? What actionable steps can you take to enhance your productivity and success? Doomberg is here with insights you can’t miss out on… You can find more on Doomberg by visiting their Substack here. Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this episode, we discuss teenage social anxiety with Kyle Mitchell, a Tedx Speaker, author, and the founder of Social Anxiety Kyle. With a passion for solving mental health problems and the impact they have on our communities, Kyle works with teens and youth to help them go from socially anxious to socially confident. Kyle collaborates alongside teens, educators, parents, nonprofits, and other organizations to change the narrative and stigma surrounding social anxiety. Drawing from his own 10-year  mental health battle, he found his calling and purpose – and is eager to share it with the world… Join us now to find out: How anxiety manifests itself in school environments. Why having supportive parents is so important for struggling teens. Programs that can help young people address their mental health issues. The biggest social struggles that students face in class. What practical approaches and strategies can we utilize to make a difference in the lives of struggling teens? Tune in now to find out for yourself! To learn more about Kyle and his mission, click here now! Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9

In this episode, we are joined by Matthew Moody, the President of Mental Health America of Arizona and a licensed counselor in Arizona. He has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Arizona State University.  Before his current position, Matthew oversaw over 100 employees in a crisis contact center and provided oversight to 2-1-1 Arizona, an organization that offers information and referral services to the state of Arizona. He also has over fifteen years of experience in the behavioral health field, specializing in police collaboration, 988 and crisis mobile teams.  Matthew is on a mission to help other people better understand mental health and how to get help for it. Through legislative advocacy and alternate response strategies, he has been instrumental in fostering safer and more effective communities – all while reducing costs and liabilities for municipalities… Jump in to now to discover: What it’s like working on a crisis line, and how calls are typically resolved.   The importance of supporting and de-escalating a person in crisis.  How working on a crisis line affects those handling the calls. Matthew’s experience working with people living with schizophrenia. You can learn more about Mattew by visiting his website! If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, dial 988 to speak with a specialist now. Available on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/2Os0myK