I have not not published an episode on either of my podcast for 6 months, missing May through October of 2022.    What happened during that time period?     YIKES.  I am still not completely sure (the results of a brain MRI will be coming within the next day or two as I write this), but the entire experience was…ineffable.   Ineffable means, “there are no words to describe”.  I can put some color around the edges, like -graduating our youngest child -moving to a Caribbean island (and...

I loved this interview with my dear friend and mentor Teresa de Grosbois. Teresa heads the international  Evolutionary Business Council, a membership-based organization that empowers changemakers to create profitable, impactful businesses that have a lasting and transformational impact on the individuals that they serve.    We talk about the Evolutionary Business Council, or EBC in detail. We explore elements of her bestselling book, Mass Influence - the Habits of the Highly Influential....

In this episode, we talk about the brain and how it protects us. However, the way our brains are wired can get in the way of ease and flow.  We dive into some productivity hacks, understand how language affects our feelings, and learn how to make intuitive decisions for the highest good. My guest is Dr. Jane Tornatore. Jane is the author of the compact and wonderful book, Everything is Perfect, Just Not ME! A Roadmap for Self-Acceptance. She is a therapist, coach, author, and speaker who...

In this episode, we talk with Positively Disney’s Kimberley Bouchard.  Kimberly followed her passion and created a life integrating fun, making a difference, and being a successful entrepreneur. She fell in love with Disney as a child dancing to The Wonderful World of Disney in her living room. When her husband encouraged her to spend more time at the Magical Kingdom, she saw the Disney mission of  “representing all that is good in the world” as being something worthy of spreading....

I am thrilled to continue to introduce you to more of my amazing friends from the Evolutionary Business Council.  Today’s guest is Lumari, an Intuitive Coach, Conscious Channel, and Creative Catalyst. In this episode, we talk about her channeled book, Streams of Consciousness.  We uncover five fun nuggets in our discussion about her work with clients on the path to living their higher soul’s callings. She offers a free gift that will allow you to create your own personal sacred space. ...

I welcome a long-time friend Traysiah Spring to the show to discuss her new book and love project, Clean Green Eating, Plant-Based to Feel Great! We discuss mutual friends that have been on the show (see references at the end) and how she’s excited to help others eat clean, feel peace, and feel more powerful in your body. We uncover eight fun nuggets that will help you find more joy in both preparing and savoring your food: #1: Make food fun (mindset). This page has numerous resources...

In this episode, we talk about deep healing and transformation with Soul Guide Kerri Hummingbird. Kerri is the author of the bestselling books "The Second Wave: Transcending the Human Drama" and "Love Is Fierce: Healing the Mother Wound". We uncover nine fun nuggets in our discussion about her work with clients on the path to spiritual enlightenment. Listen closely for the information about her upcoming programs, “Calling All Earth Mamas” and her year-long program which starts in February. ...

In this episode, I have the privilege of introducing you to my friend and fellow Evolutionary Business Council member, Rodney Flowers.   After a traumatic high school football injury, Rodney was paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair. Despite a challenging recovery process over 18 years to regain his ability to walk, Rodney is all about making a positive impact on the world.   Today, Rodney is an internationally respected speaker, thought leader, and 3-time bestselling author who helps...

In this episode, I have the privilege of introducing you to my friend and fellow Evolutionary Business Council member, Rodney Flowers. After a traumatic high school football injury, Rodney was paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair. Despite a challenging recovery process over 18 years to regain his ability to walk, Rodney is all about making a positive impact on the world. Today, Rodney is an internationally respected speaker, thought leader, and 3-time bestselling author who helps others...

In this episode, you’ll hear the story of a man who left positions with high influence and pay to start a retreat center for transformation in Peru. Daniel Gutierrez was a former advisor to the White House and the author of the book Radical Mindfulness. When he published his book, he transformed his own life by listening to his own lessons. He is still on an amazing journey today by hosting guests at his center named Catalina to honor his mother. Daniel is a good friend and fellow member...

In this episode, we move from the heart (our last episode featuring Dr. Akil) to the brain, with today’s guest Dr. Jacqueine Chan. Dr. Chan is the author of the book, Regenerate Your Brain, A Breakthrough Plan to Regain Your Brilliance. This book tells the story of her own encounters with brain injury (a bike accident, a tick bite, and a stroke) as well as her incredible recovery plan. This episode is somewhat different from typical Positive on Publishing episodes in that it is more of a...

In this episode, you’ll hear the story of a physician who lived according to a “Type A” schedule, until he suffered from angina and needed bypass surgery. It was at this point, when he was being wheeled into the operating room, that he decided to turn this setback into a comeback. This comeback came in the form of a dramatic transformation in mind, body, and spirit.

In this episode, you’ll learn about how publishing a book is very similar to the process of inventing a product, as we go through the process of “getting your ideas out of your coffee cup, and on the market.”. Link to the FREE Make Publishing Fun Summit: https://makeeverythingfun.teachable.com/p/the-make-publishing-fun-summit

In this episode, you’ll learn from anxiety coach Heather Rider, who personally overcame high-functioning anxiety to lead a life with more grace and ease. Heather is the author of the Anxiety Detox Workbook, a publication that allows clients to take consistent action towards improved mental wellness.

In this episode, you’ll learn about the differences between self-publishing and publishing with a traditional publisher with author, media personality, and clinical psychologist Dr. Chloe Carmichael. Dr. Chloe’e interview not only shines a light on the publishing industry but also the mental wellness industry. We discuss how our world is in the midst of a triple pandemic, one around physical health and the virus, another around nutritional health, and a third around mental health. We have 5...

In this interview, we talk with Innovation Alchemist Laura Seymour about her quantum strategy to bring out creation and innovation, in a grounded way, with leadership teams. You’ll learn about the amazing roots of the Baca Institute, a beautiful instrument for change in our world. We talk about her upcoming quantum collaboration program, which I really hope the world is ready for!

In this episode, we are ON FIRE for 20-minutes with John Lee Dumas, host of the podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire as he talks about the launch of his brand new book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success. We ground our discussion around quotes and concepts from the book, which form the three“fun nuggets” (and I would also say, in JLD terms, “value bombs”) from the show: Fun nugget #1: Freedom is not just about money. Financial freedom and fulfillment (from the book’s subtitle, A Roadmap to...

In this episode, you’ll learn how to become a conscious leader (and how to spot a leader whose NOT yet awake). You’ll learn how to lead from the heart through a model called the SER model, which comes from the Spanish verb SER, to be.

In this episode, you’ll learn the rules of highly successful business operators. We talk about how culture is everything, in the context of creating a sustainable profit and cash flow.

In this episode, you’ll learn about emotional intelligence, emotional energy, and how you can increase your performance through a heightened awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

In this episode, you’ll hear a lot about purpose from a fresh, positive voice. Our guest is Jenn T. Grace, business strategist, speaker, and author. You’ll also get to know Jenn as strategist, therapist, and cheerleader. You’ll understand what this eclectic list is all about when you listen to the interview. :)

In this episode, you’ll learn about how to show up as the best version of yourself AND get tips on how you can write a transformational book in just five weeks. Our guest is Ben Gioia. a three-time, best-selling author who makes it easy to write high-quality, #1 best-selling books. With 35 years of print and digital publishing, Ben is the creator of The Influence With A Heart® Method.

In this episode, you’ll learn about creativity, intuition, and the power of observation. Our guest is Pushpendra Mehta, author of one novel and several nonfiction books. We focus on his latest title, Observe to Unmask: 100 Small Things to Know People Better.

In this episode, you’ll learn how contributing to an anthology, coordinating an anthology, writing children’s workbooks, Brainspotting, Imago Therapy, and more, all come together to create a story of helping others in the community. Our guest is Brooke Randolph, founder, and director of Counseling at The Green House and a bestselling author of several books. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapist and a certified Brainspotting therapist & Consultant.