Our guest Nicole Meier is the author of three critically acclaimed women's fiction novels. In this episode, Nicole and I talk about the aspects one needs to focus on to be able to write their first book in their genre of choice.Episode focuses on:How it all began for Nicole as a book author and book coachPatterns to observe in an individual for any story to come out , genres.Types of genres and fiction vs non fiction.Catching a reader's attention and capitalizing on it.Developing a narrative.Role of research, timeline and accountability.Nicole's 3 books and  passion for fiction as a genre.What if someone gets stuck? Areas where a book coach can help.Finding an editor, publisher -how do you go about all this?Steps involved in writing to publishingPurpose, goals, end result.Visibility to top publishing houses.Tying it all together and coming out with the book.Typical coaching session and Nicole's role in polishing someone’s concept.Importance of trust, encouragement, motivation and support system.Role of editors and publishersCriticism, doubts and risk takingBeing authentic for a very natural messaging and delivery.Mistakes that happen during writing, overcoming them.Creativity and being focused, motivated and turning it all into something fruitfulAspects like cover design, forming a launch team and marketingSelf publishing, hybrid publishing.Contact info - https://www.nicolemeierauthor.comFollow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or app of choice or the website .Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and on twitter as well.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.  You can also avail promotional offers from Instacart by shopping their website.Scroll below to read about the promotion.Please support this show  by using support the show link at the bottom. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

Neha Gupta is the CEO and Founder of College Shortcuts and she, along with her team help students find their dream fit as far as college applications/admission.She is a Ted-x speaker, three time best selling book author.In this episode, Neha and host Vai talk about:* Neha's initiation into the stream of college admissions counseling as a career* Achievement culture and self discovery* A student's path to college admissions - when to start the process and how to go about it* College tours and other factors involved* Testing and application requirements* Test optional, test blind, test flexible requirements* College essays and resume building as well as supporting documents* Choosing a major and its importance* Course rigor, AP, IB, in person vs virtual classes* Admissions angle and decisions* Early action, early decision, regular decision and implications* Private, public universities, Ivy League, scholarship opportunities* Neha's role in the community and giving back, her books and contact infoFollow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or app of choice or the website .Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and on twitter as well.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.  You can also avail promotional offers from Instacart by shopping their website.Scroll below to read about the promotion.Please support this show  by using support the show link at the bottom.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

Our guest Dr.Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman is a board certified homeopathic and naturopathic physician, practicing for over 35 years. Along with her husband Dr.Robert Ullman, she has co-authored several books on homeopathy including the best selling "Ritalin-free kids" and "Homeopathic Self Care: the quick and easy guide for the Whole family". She has written another best selling book "Whole woman homeopathy".In this episode, Dr.Reichenberg-Ullman and I discuss about :What is homeopathy and what is the underlying principle behind it.Who founded homeopathy and where this is mostly practiced."Law of similars" and whether it mimics anything conventional medicine does.Her journey and how it all began for her in homeopathy.Who can benefit  from homeopathy, how a patient is treated and about history taking.Whether there are side effects to homeopathic medications.Getting certified in homeopathy.Acute illness care, chronic illness care.Homeopathy for humans, pets, plant life.Common remedies, basic kit, self practice and whether it is safe to do at home.Importance of understanding physical, emotional, mental side .The Sensation method used by Dr.Reichenberg-UllmanOver the counter homeopathic medications and is it safe to use them.Taking homeopathy along with conventional medicines.Her books, practice, contact info.Dr.Judyth Reichenberg's website is https://www.healthyhomeopathy.com .DISCLAIMER: This episode is not a substitute for in person or one or one consultations with a homeopath or a doctor for any illness and this is not to be construed as direct medical advice. Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout. Follow link to Instacart to avail promotional offers from them.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

Our guest Dr.Bindu Alexander is a renowned Atlanta area doctor practicing both internal medicine and an integrative approach using functional medicine.She is board certified with ABIM(American Board of Internal Medicine) and IFMCP (Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner).In this episode, Dr.Bindu Alexander and host Vai discuss the role of functional medicine in addressing root causes of illnesses and how every practitioner can possibly do both conventional medicine and functional medicine.Episode highlights include, but not limited to:1. Care regimen as a functional medicine practitioner vs only internal medicine previously.2. About functional medicine and the underlying principle.3. How root causes of illnesses can be addressed.4. functional labs, parameters and application to clinical practice.5. Genetics and illnesses.6. Diet, nutrition and lifestyle choices for individuals and their impact on health.7. Achieving optimal wellness.8. Chronic illnesses and why anyone falls prey to autoimmune conditions and such.9. Management of the above.10. Gut microbiome, women's health, pre natal wellness, teen girls issues.11. Factors impacting health of menand much more .....Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.  You can also avail promotional offers from Instacart by shopping their website.Scroll below to read about the promotion.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

In this episode we focus on the current trends in education with  our guest Dr.Maureen O’Shaughnessy, an expert educational consultant, micro schools founder, book author and a Tedx speaker. She founded Lead Prep, an innovative micro school where education is engaging, not one size fits all so learners can be seen, heard, valued and can thrive.Vai and Maureen talk about the following aspects in this insightful discussion.- Current trends in education system- Nurturing student confidence and ability to have a discussion oriented classroom- Does a one size fits all approach work?- What are micro schools and what is the concept of a micro school?- Differentiating features of this program- How Maureen founded LeadPrep and created her microschools- Pandemic world and the learning environment- Achievement culture, peer pressure faced by students- Mental health issues and impact of achievement culture on student morale- Teaching teens and tweens to be accountable- Indicators in present day system and the need to pivot- Maureen's Tedx talk and her book on Micro schools- College readiness and non traditional school setup- Student success, best way for students to thrive and worldwide scenario..... and much moreFollow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also avail promotional offers from Instacart by shopping their website.Scroll below to read about the promotion.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

In this Special episode series, my guest Lisa Caprelli, who is an author of multiple books talks about her Amazon TV show Unicorn Jazz for kids. Lisa and I talk about her book series on this and her show and also so much more on youth, their opportunity to succeed as entrepreneurs and for anyone to carve a path for themselves in business. Lisa is a digital media marketing expert as well and shares her acumen with listeners in this highly engaging and enlightening conversation.Episode focuses on -* Lisa's journey and being a brand expert in both conventional and digital marketing * Importance of being a differentiator* Authoring Skip a Step - business know how and tips for kidpreneurs to succeed* Struggles, triumphs and challenges in running a business* Unicorn Jazz book series, brand and TV show for kids* Imparting knowledge to children and importance of letting children blossom*Role of educators and parents in establishing a platform for children to succeed* Emphasis on reading, writing for children to become experts in life* Giving back to societyand much more ....Lisa's personal Instagram handle is  @lisacaprelli and her brand @unicornjazz for listeners to find out more about her success story.Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

Part 2 of interview with Dr.Kousalya Nathanis about the role of gut microbiome, robust immunity, women's health and menopausal issues.Dr. Kousalya’s philosophy is to treat and prevent diseases through personalised lifestyle intervention and precision nutrition. She practices out of Chennai, India and her website is www.kousalyanathan.comIn this discussion, our conversation focus is on - * What is gut microbiome and why is this being talked about everywhere* How can we build our gut microbiome*Seasonal eating and the role of indigenous cultivation and consumption* Benefits of eating what's sourced locally* Building robust immunity* Women's health, what is early menopause and why does this occur ?* How best can women prepare their body to enter into this phase of life* Role of diet, lifestyle, exercise and routineand much more ....Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

 In this Special episode series, my guest Dr.Jayne Morgan (a renowned Cardiologist) and I, talk about Pilates, her journey and now her role in teaching Pilates.Dr.Morgan is a returning guest on the show and has 17 certifications in Pilates to her credit.This conversation in this episode is centered around - What is Pilates and what areas of the body it focuses onWhat can one hope to achieve with pilates as their exercise regimenPilates for beginners and for people with established fitness routinesHer certifications and involvement - how it all began ?Equipments involved in PilatesBenefits of Pilates What health issues can it help address ?Dr.Morgan's pilates schoolPilates as an exclusive fitness regimen or integrating with existing exercise programsDifference from other forms of workoutKids and PilatesPilates as it relates to health conditionsDos and don'tsDiet, nutrition and lifestyle recommendationsand much more ....Dr.Morgan is on Instagram and her handle is @pilateswithdrjayne. She runs weekly classes online via Zoom and her Instagram handle above has the link to sign up for classes.Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

Part 1 of interview with Dr.Kousalya Nathan is centered around adolescent well being and puberty changes in both girls and boys.KALM is the brain child of Dr. Kousalya Nathan Ph. D., a well known lifestyle and anti-ageing consultant. Having a broad base of national and international clientele, Dr. Kousalya is known for her promising results not only for weight management, but also various complicated lifestyle disorders. Her unique blend of clinical experience with a research background gives her an edge over the conventional approach. Dr. Kousalya’s philosophy is to treat and prevent diseases through personalised lifestyle intervention and precision nutrition.In this discussion on adolescent well being, Dr.Kousalya and I focus on -* Adolescence in girls, onset of puberty and what signs to look for* Emotional needs of girls and what they tend to exhibit* Supporting the needs and helping girls transition to accept this phase* Adolescence in boys, their mental state, physical changes and behavior* Nutritional needs of both boys and girls during this phase* Menstrual cycle for girls and pre menstrual tension* Hormone balance, acne issues, birth control and ramifications* Soy and dietary implications* Role of diet in cycle syncing and tips* Overcoming the above and best practices to adopt* Diet and lifestyle* Education, external pressure factorsand much more ....Dr. Kousalya's website is www.kousalyanathan.com. She practices out of Chennai, India and is available on LinkedIn to connect and on Facebook via the practice page for KALM.Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)

In this Special episode series, this conversation is on junior tennis and how one can chalk out a path successfully for themselves from the time they're a small kid to high school and further on.Pragnya Kumar, a Division 1 NCAA college tennis player, talks about her journey from the time she first picked up a racquet to her current stage in tennis.We talk about * Path one can carve for themselves as a junior* Team tennis and its role * Role of coaches, parents* Physical, emotional needs and how to cope up with those* Nutritional aspects that one needs to focus on* Balancing school and tennis as a junior* Competing in National and International level tournaments, progression in ITFs* College recruitment process* Coping with injuries and how best to focus on improvement* Drama associated with sport, importance of fair play* Establishing a routine and sticking with it for success* Relying on support system and using it to advantage* Identifying what works best for every individual physically, nutritionallyand much more ...Follow the podcast on Spotify, Google, Apple , Amazon or wherever you source podcasts from. Fresh leaf forever  website has all the episodes for anyone to enjoy.Follow me on Instagram for interesting digital media content and all that I do and follow me on twitter as well.Follow the podcast instagram @freshleafforever for all things relating to the podcast and twitter @freshleafforev1 to provide feedback. Spread the good word about it to friends and family.Also, click this Buzzsprout link to get started with your own podcasting hosting service with Buzzsprout.Following the above link  let's Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.You can also support this show otherwise by using support the show link at the bottom. Fresh leaf forever podcast comes to you from Listen Ponder Change LLC, founded by Host Vai Kumar.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/listenponderchange)