Episode 91 of Toward A Better Life.  Host Kevin Pennell.     This Episode Features Kim Mosiman, Loving Wife, Mom, and Grandma who Specializes in Empowering Women.  If you enjoy the episode and if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing through your favorite podcast platform like Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon to name a few and please be sure to leave a review.   Kim Mosiman Specializes in empowering women who are embarking on their "second act."  Nutritionist - Certifications from Precision Nutrition and The Institute of Integrative Nutrition Wellness Coach Offering a unique blend of spiritual and physical wellness. Her Book, "Reflections of Joy," provides practical strategies to inspire strength, beauty, and holistic growth in every aspect of life.  Interview with Kim "Living Abundantly" Connect with Kim Mosiman: https://www.kimmosimanwellness.com/ Vist Toward A Better Life Website: https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Contact Kevin Pennell: [email protected]  

Welcome to Episode 90 of Toward A Better Life.  Kevin Pennell Host.  Tim Robinson steps into the future.  Cate Tunney shares her poetry "Seasons" Following the interview.  Listeners!  Share your prose, poetry, storytelling or music.  Tim Robinson Interview Download Tim's Chart for the Episode: https://life-of-earth.org/poster/ Loves anything to do with the natural world. Created “Life of Earth in a Year - past, present and future” and launched it in 2022.  Has a fascinating perspective - Let's look at Life of Earth In A Year. Cate Tunney Poetry Connections: Tim Robinson: https://life-of-earth.org/  Cate Tunney: https://catetunneyrmt.ca/ Visit Toward A Better Life:  https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Contact Kevin Pennell: [email protected]   

Welcome to Episode 89 of Toward A Better Life.  Host Kevin Pennell.  Thanks to those who left their review: Miss Ninja "I love the topics Kevin covers in his podcast and the wide range of guests he brings on - truly something for anyone interested in personal growth." Dr.Browne Titled their Review "Bam"!  Dr. Browne shared "I just found you and love who you bring on and how deeply you connect and explore!  Thank you for all you do!!" Please Follow and Subscribe through your favorite podcast platform: Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon Leave A Review! A free way to support our show.  Leave a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts.  This episode? Let's Unlock Our Growth with Scott Allan.  Scott's journey transcends personal achievement to empower audiences globally.  About Scott Allan Bestselling books, include "Do the Hard Things First," translated into 16 languages and over half a million copies sold, Scott's Mission Unlock human Potential.  Dedicate teching Skill-building,  Inspire action  Offer transformative insights Offer practical strategies for embracing challenges Foster personal growth Pursue relentless self-improvement. Episode 89: Unlock Our Personal Growth with Scott Allan Links: Connect with Scott Allan: https://scottallanbooks.com/ Toward A Better Life Website: https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Contact Kevin Pennell: [email protected]  

Welcome to Episode 89 of Toward A Better Life. This episode features an interview with Jeff Patterson on the blending of meditation with martial arts and other forms of movement.  Guided meditation at the end of the episode. Thanks by the way for the fantastic results from the last episode featuring Damh the Bard from DruidCast, OBOD, the Order of Bards Ovates, and Druids along with a couple selections from Damh's latest album Raise The Flag of Green available from Pagan Music and Spotify. Looking for your talent everyone!  Stories, Storytellers, Poetry, or Music you'd like to share, send it to me through [email protected]!  Now, for this episode.  First I'll be chatting with Jeff Patterson from Portland, Oregon Jeff has over 36 years of experience, practicing and teaching the meditative and martial arts. Founded Northwest Fighting Arts/Portland Tai Chi Academy and The Yielding Warrior He has published two books and hundreds on instructional videos.  Jeff also founded The Yielding Warrior online program Keeping with the meditation theme - Guided meditation right after Jeff's interview Links: For those who would like to donate or lend assistance for Western North Carolina here is a link to the local newspapaer that lists good resources: https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2024/10/02/asheville-nc-flooding-how-to-help-helene-relief-efforts-in-western-nc/75472474007/ Contact Jeff Patterson:  https://www.theyieldi ngwarrior.com/ Toward A Better Life Website: https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Contact Kevin Pennell: https://towardabetterlife.com/contact/ Send in your Talent:  [email protected]  

Welcome to Episode 88 of Toward A Better Life.  We're beginning this episode with music provided by and with the permission of this episode's guest Damh The Bard! "How Can We Believe (That We Own It All)" - Damh the Bard from Raise the Flag of Green Album This is your host Kevin Pennell.  Think of me as your guide while we travel together, creating more fulfilling, rewarding, and healthier lives.  You won’t need much for this journey, just an open mind, spirit, and heart.  Toward a Better Life podcast features like-minded people sharing stories, ideas, and activities, on what we can do to generate a Better Life individually and collectively. If you enjoy the episode, if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing through your favorite podcast platform like Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon to name a few and please be sure to leave a review. Please help this podcast reach out to even more people who are interested in moving Toward A Better Life. Damh the Bard A modern-day Bard whose spirituality and love of folk tradition is expressed through his music, storytelling and poetry.  Eleven outstanding albums Singing and speaking engagements all over the world, One of the most popular contemporary Pagan musicians A musical storyteller who works within the world of myth Now settle back and enjoy this journey into The World of Druidry with Damh the Bard Connect with OBOD The Order of Bards Ovates and Druids: https://druidry.org/ Connect with Damh the Bard: https://www.paganmusic.co.uk/ Listen to DruidCast: https://druidcast.libsyn.com/ Toward A Better Life Website: https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Contact Kevin Pennell: https://towardabetterlife.com/contact/

Welcome to Episode 87 of Toward A Better Life.  Leslie Draffin is joining me on this episode to discuss something considered controversial by some and very therapeutic by others.  More on that in a moment.  This is your host Kevin Pennell.  Think of me as your guide while we travel together, creating more fulfilling, rewarding, and healthier lives.  You won’t need much for this trek, just an open mind, spirit, and heart.  Toward a Better Life podcast features like-minded people sharing stories, ideas, and activities, on what we can do to generate a Better Life individually and collectively. If you enjoy the episode, if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing through your favorite podcast platform like Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon to name a few and please be sure to leave a review. Also, with expenses rising as they do to keep the podcast going, please consider sending a donation through PayPal to my email address [email protected].  Please help this podcast reach out to even more people who are interested in moving Toward A Better Life. This episode: Former News Anchor Leslie Draffin discusses magic mushrooms also known as Psilocybin.  We're Discussing Microdosing and Cyclical Microdosing of Psilocybin Background: After years in therapy, and trying every spiritual modality she could think of, Leslie found psychedelic mushrooms. Psilocybin mushrooms helped Leslie Get Sober Come Off Anxiety & Depression Meds Identified Her True Purpose Heal the Shame Felt for So Long. Connect with Leslie Draffin: https://www.lesliedraffin.com/ Interested in beginning a microdosing practice, but have no idea where to start? Leslie's free guide takes the guesswork out of micro-dosing and will help you feel more confident about welcoming this sacred medicine into your life. This free guide does more than answer the most frequently asked questions, it shows you how to consciously & respectfully infuse intention into your medicine practice through journaling prompts, a monthly & weekly micro-dosing tracker and a beautiful guided meditation.   https://lesliedraffin.myflodesk.com/microguide Interested in discovering whether you're a good candidate for the life-changing practice of microdosing? Book a free no-pressure discovery call with Leslie. https://calendly.com/lesliedraffin/book-a-call?month=2024-09 More About Leslie's SHIFT Method: https://lesliedraffin.myflodesk.com/shift Leslie's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-light-within/id1554915881 Visit Toward A Better Life website: https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Connect with Kevin Pennell: https://towardabetterlife.com/contact/  

Welcome to Episode 86 of Toward A Better Life.  This is your host Kevin Pennell.  Think of me as your guide while we travel together, creating more fulfilling, rewarding, and healthier lives.  You won’t need much for this trek, just an open mind, spirit, and heart.  Toward a Better Life podcast features like-minded people sharing stories, ideas, and activities, on what we can do to generate a Better Life individually and collectively. If you enjoy the episode, if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing through your favorite podcast platform like Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon to name a few and please be sure to leave a review. Also, with expenses rising as they do to keep the podcast going, please consider sending a donation through PayPal to my email address [email protected].  Please help this podcast reach out to even more people who are interested in moving Toward A Better Life. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month.  Many who work with the disabled come together to recognize and celebrate the incredible talents, skills, and contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workforce. It's a time to reaffirm our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunities for all.  Angela Calzone is a thought leader, advocate, and changemaker dedicated to finding employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Her two-decade career in the for-profit world informed her desire to give back in the nonprofit sector.  We're looking at Creating Opportunities for the disabled so they can find their path Toward A Better Life. Connect With Angela Calzone and Inroads To Opportunities: https://www.inroadsto.org/ Visit Toward A Better Life:  https://towardabetterlife.com/ Contact Kevin Pennell: https://towardabetterlife.com/contact/

Welcome to Episode 85 of Toward A Better Life.  This is your host Kevin Pennell.  Think of me as your guide while we travel together, creating more fulfilling, rewarding, and healthier lives.  You won’t need much for this trek, just an open mind, spirit, and heart.  Toward a Better Life podcast features like-minded people sharing stories, ideas, and activities, on what we can do to generate a Better Life individually and collectively. Insights and advise on how to create a better life for yourself can also be found at www.towardabetterlife.com.  You'll find opportunities for self care, spiritual growth, and online classes for your own journey Toward A Better Life.  I also offer mentoring sessions.  If you enjoy the episode, if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing through your favorite podcast platform like Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon to name a few and please be sure to leave a review. Also, with expenses rising as they do to keep the podcast going please consider sending a donation through PayPal to my email address [email protected].  Please help this podcast reach out to even more people who are interested in moving Toward A Better Life. On this episode, I'll be talking with Aiden Gabor.  Aiden was still a teenager when Department of Justice agents approached him with an ultimatum: spend his life in prison for racketeering, embezzlement, extortion, and conspiracy to commit murder, or become an undercover agent.  What he did not expect was how his life would be changed toward the better.  Stay tuned while Aiden Gabor shares How to Re-Invent Life to one that really counts on this episode of Toward A Better Life. To Contact Aiden Gabor and Order a copy of his book:  https://conflictingloyalties.com/ Visit Toward A Better Life Website:  https://towardabetterlife.com/home/ Contact Kevin Pennell: https://towardabetterlife.com/contact/

Welcome to Episode 84 of Toward A Better Life.  This is your host Kevin Pennell.  Think of me as your guide while we travel together, creating more fulfilling, rewarding, and healthier lives.  You won’t need much for this trek, just an open mind, spirit, and heart. Toward a Better Life podcast features like-minded people sharing stories, ideas, and activities, on what we can do to generate a Better Life individually and collectively. If you enjoy the episode, if you learned something today, please consider following the show, subscribing through your favorite podcast platform like Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Amazon to name a few and please be sure to leave a review. Also, with expenses rising as they do to keep the podcast going please consider sending a donation through PayPal to my email address [email protected].  Please help this podcast reach out to even more people who are interested in moving Toward A Better Life. I'm talking with Beth Sandlin about Pilates in this episode.  Pilates help the body and integrate to a healthier life promoting stress reduction, effective breath work, and even bringing joy and happiness into your life.  Beth merges her passion for Pilates, health, and trauma-informed practices, aiming to uncover the joy and beauty in each day through movement. As the founder of Trifecta Pilates, she offers a wide range of online Pilates classes through YouTube and the Trifecta Pilates App, bringing Pilates into homes worldwide, emphasizing the importance of moving in alignment with your nervous system.  Stay tuned as Beth Sandlin shares Pilates In Depth on this episode of Toward A Better Life. Connect with Beth Sandlin! https://trifectapilates.com/ Connect with Toward A Better Life:  https://towardabetterlife.com/contact/ Contact Kevin Pennell: [email protected]