What happens when you're faced with the unexpected news of your daughter's pregnancy and your world turns upside down? Can you navigate the whirlwind of emotions, make challenging decisions, and rise above the situation? As your hosts, we invite you to explore this journey with Dave, a father who found himself in this exact predicament.With raw honesty, Dave peels back the layers of his personal saga, revealing the heart-wrenching choices he had to make considering his daughter's health, her relationship, and the future of the unborn child. As the situation unfolds, we delve deep into the realms of autonomy, responsibility, and self-reliance, navigating the turbulent waters of the legal system to find the best solution for his daughter. We reflect on the emotional and psychological impact of his experience, scrutinizing the strategies he employed and the challenges he faced. This episode concludes on a somber note, highlighting the importance of having a safe haven during tough times, and the transformative power of mindfulness and surrendering to the present. Through Dave's journey, we get a glimpse into the struggles and victories of parenting, reminding us that love and grace always prevail. This is not just about parenting; it's about life, resilience, and the power of choices. Join us on this emotional rollercoaster as we spotlight the true essence of being a parent.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Do you struggle with sleep apnea, bedwetting, or even a deviated septum? Discover how myofunctional therapy can improve your overall health by exercising your mouth and throat muscles for better airway function. We sat down with our dear friend, licensed speech pathologist, and Ayurvedic health counselor, Erin Browning, to explore the transformative power of this therapy.Erin brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as she shares expertise in feeding therapy. Delving into the sensory and motor components of this holistic approach to health and healing, we discuss the importance of creating comfort and predictability while building relationships with clients. Plus, we tackle the challenges of telehealth for speech therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has impacted speech and language development.Join us as Erin shares her journey of growth, self-discovery, and healing, as well as her experience in integrating Ayurvedic practices into his therapy work. From exploring the constitutional makeup of a person to finding balance and variety within a structured routine, Erin emphasizes the importance of embodying these practices for a more fulfilling and healthier life. Don't miss this insightful conversation with Erin Browning!Exceptional Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggesthttps//www.livingmindfullyaware.comAngie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Angie and Dave, along with Dave's wife Julie, talk. with  Sharon Pack.   Over the course of the 65 year marriage Sharon  and her husband Sam fostered over 150 children and adopted 5 of them to add to their three biological children.  Her life is a testament to the need for clear boundaries as we open ourselves up to the inexhaustible nature of love.You can email Sharon at [email protected] Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Angie and Dave talk with Matt Nannis, Founder of PIVOTPoint WNC.  Matt has an amazing story of his life and journey of addiction, recovery, adaptation and growth both personally, as a son and student.   Matt's amazing story applies to parents, as he gives insight to his addiction, but how parents can see the perspective of a child with addiction issues.   Matt is an inspiration and doing amazing work with young people in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina.    https://[email protected] Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Dave talks with Tom-Dalonzo-Baker, father and husband to a blended family.  Tom and  his wife have raised a blended family, and their story of adoption, fostering, and dealing with life's curveballs is a true story of love and compassion.  Here is Tom's contact [email protected]://www.totalmotionrelease.com/tmrhomeExceptional Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Meet Audra Bullock, Foster Parent, NASA Engineer, mom and passionate advocate for kids who need love.  https://www.fostercareaware.orgTidewater Friends of Foster Care. https://www.tidewaterffc.org757-227-4187. [email protected] Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Angie and Dave talk with Keith Bishop, COO of Q&A Associates, EAL provider at Saddles & Smiles, and many other hats.  The discussion is about how EAL is used in the programming, and how it helps kids AND parents connect and create opportunities for growth.   They also discuss the Journey and work relationship, and how that has been successful for 15+ years.  [email protected]://www.saddlesandsmiles.org304-704-9606Exceptional Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

The realities of parenting a challenging child are magnified in blended family situations, where the stepparent has “married in” to the situation and doesn’t have the same biological connection to the child as his or her spouse,   Dave’s wife Juli offers her unique insights into her pwn stepparents challenges with Dave’s daughter with a  candor, warmth and authenticity that models how couples can keep their marriages loving and strong in the midst of their unique parenting chalengesExceptional Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Angie and Dave talk with Jodi Liston, Educational Consultant.  Jodi is a powerhouse of a woman, mom, and industry leader.  She talks about her story, parenting 2 Extraordinary Challenged kids, and how she has managed that and how she supports families and kids through their journey.  https://www.harriskramer.comyou can email her at [email protected] 914-401-4442 Cell: 212-870-8780Exceptional Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]

Join Angie and Dave as they talk with Oswaldo Mora, Shaman.  They discuss exceptional parenting with a unique view.  Exceptional Parents, Extraordinary Challenges: Angie has helped young adults, adolescents, and their families through residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, and young adult transitional living programs where she has spent the majority of a 30 year career. She is also a Certified Shamanic Practitioner utilizing the traditional healing methods of indigenous cultures in her work with families and individuals. She has been instrumental in guiding Dave through  the challenging journey with his own daughter. In the podcast, Angie and Dave provide unique advice and perspectives - Dave as a parent who has applied Angie's wisdom to his own journey as a father - to help you navigate our parenting challengesWhile being a parent is an integral part of Dave’s journey, his deepest passion remains guiding others to the peace, freedom and love that find their way to us when we finally step fully into greater love and self-acceptance. And the heart and wisdom that is directly transmitted through this podcast will prove instructive, insightful and liberating, irrespective of your particular life journey, parental or otherwise,About your hosts:Angie Shockley is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Coach, and Owner of young adult transitional living programs. She brings 30+ years of experience working with teens, young adults and their families, as well as individuals.  She has developed a strong intuitive ability to see the underlying issues and provide avenues for positive change and growth.Angie has found that most people, regardless of age, lack the ability and vision to see past challenges in their lives. They operate from limiting beliefs which have formed through their lives, from their genetic lineages (DNA), environmental influences, trauma responses, or relationships. She has the unique ability of shining a light on the shadows, helping people gain awareness and build skills to step back into their lives with more flow, confidence, and happiness.Dave Gold’s 45 years as a businessman, trial lawyer, executive consultant, and spiritual mentor have given him the unique power to immediately “See” both the single biggest obstacle and deepest dreams in all those whom he mentors and befriends.Angie Shockley [email protected] http://www.livingmindfullyaware.comDave Gold [email protected] Engineered and Produced by: Keith Bishop [email protected]