Seeds of Sunshine - A mother-daughter podcast

Season Three, Episode 132Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about what our subconscious mind knows and how to harness its power. Christine Brodmerkel is a clinical hypnotherapist with a master’s degree in counseling psychology, a certified professional coach, and a lifelong student of healing and human potential. Long before she became a practitioner, she was on her own self-healing path—curious about why we think what we think, feel what we feel, and repeat patterns we genuinely want to change.Her work bridges practical psychology and deeper consciousness. Christine specializes in helping people understand how the subconscious mind shapes their beliefs, behaviors, and emotional responses—and more importantly, how to work with it intentionally. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Christine learned from her parents the importance of staying on track with everything that she did in life. In working with her clients, Christine looks to help them heal emotionally and spiritually. By starting with the conscious mind, such as deciding what to wear today, Christine delves into the subconscious mind later on to help her clients heal. Our emotions rise from our subconscious mind. Christine describes the subconscious patterns and how they operate. When Christine helps her clients through hypnosis, she helps them introduce new information into the subconscious mind. Through hypnotherapy, Christine can change her clients old reprogramming to a new one.Additionally, Christine believes that we can all communicate with our subconscious mind and reprogram it with the right guidance. To connect with Christine Brodmerkel:Christine Brodmerkel Hypnotherapy - Near Charlottesville, VASupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 131Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about why wellness has failed women and how we can live a more joyous and meaningful life. Erica Ballard, who helps growth-minded women actually get healthy. Erica has a master's degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. She has been featured in Forbes and Women’s Health magazines. Erica believes that getting healthy involves the mind, body, and soul. She currently lives in Denver with her husband, two beautiful daughters, and two cute pups.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Erica calls herself a wellness "de-influencer," because she does the exact opposite of everyone else on the internet. Instead of being like, check out this biohack, grab this tracker, she tells her clients to eat real food and keep things simple and boring, as she pointed out. Moving our bodies and getting a good ight sleep are so important in helping us thrive as individuals.  Erica explained that our systems in America are not set up to support people being well. Our food systems are trash. Our health care is sick care, and we glamorize hustle. One misconception about women maintaining a healthy weight is that you eat less, move more, and drop weight, which is not true, especially for women over 40. Erica explains that when women put themselves in starvation mode, their bodies will prioritize holding on to fat. Every woman should do these things for her health: drink more water, eat breakfast, and don't drink coffee on an empty stomach.Erica is also a behavior change expert, which means she helps her clients do a lot of mindset work and rewiring, because that's how health becomes easy. To connect with Erica Ballard, please follow her:Erica Ballard | Women's Health CoachErica Ballard, MS, CHC | LinkedInSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 130Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about your authentic self rebirth and how to reconnect with your true identity.Peter Kolat, widely known as ‘Polish Peter’, author of Authentic Self Rebirth, creator of the 7 Human Drives Framework, and a transformational coach affectionately known as the “Polish Tony Robbins.” He’s coached thousands, spoken on over 100 stages, and was named Transformational Coach of the Year in both 2022 and 2024. Peter helps entrepreneurs and high achievers cut through the self-help noise, reconnect with their true identity, and build lives and businesses rooted in peace, purpose, and personal freedom. Beyond the mindset work, he grows purpose-driven companies, consults for equity, and invests in the coaching and personal development space. He’s also a proud husband and father of three—building a legacy without sacrificing what matters most. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Peter believes that we can all keep our inner child alive by having fun and trying new things. Polish Peter, as he is called, decided to write his book, Authentic Self Rebirth, after his wife asked for a divorce and he experienced optimistic depression, knowing that he could help others and become a life coach. Polish Peter wrote this book to that version of himself before the divorce, to help him get out of what he calls "stinking thinking" and rediscover his authentic self. In his book, Peter also outlined the seven human drives and how they impact every area of our lives. Peter also credits Tony Robbins for the inspiration and many things he learned from him.Peter believes that we can all become unstuck, since being stuck is mainly a metaphor. In his opinion, people are either getting anxious because they're constantly thinking about what happened in their past and living in it, or they go into the future and worry about what the possible future might be. I mean, so they're never present. To connect with ‘Polish Peter’ and buy his book, please follow him:Polish Peter | Life & Business Coaching for High PerformersInstagram(9) FacebookHidden Mastery MindSHIFTS - YouTube  Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 129Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to discover how to live a more purposeful and meaningful life with bestselling author David McNally. David McNally is the author of the bestselling books EVEN EAGLES NEED A PUSH, THE EAGLE’S SECRET, and BE YOUR OWN BRAND. He is also the producer of two inspiring documentaries, THE POWER OF PURPOSE and IF I WERE BRAVE. David’s groundbreaking new book, IF YOU’RE ALIVE-Your Mission on Earth Isn’t Finished, is receiving the highest praise. David also believes in the transcendent nature of the human spirit. No matter our age, we can stay engaged in life in ways that keep it meaningful and fulfilling.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:David became passionate about learning, development, growth, and human potential. He left a solid career and went full-time into the world of personal growth and development, or leadership development.David was inspired by Terry Fox, who had run 3339 miles across Canada after he had lost his leg to cancer. Terry Fox raised money for cancer research on one good leg and a prosthetic device. David ended up making a film about Terry Fox, and that film showed the world the power of purpose, which provides such impetus, such drive, and transcendence.That film won an award from the Los Angeles Film Advisory Board as a top inspirational film. It also became what the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Terry Fox Foundation.Although David had no knowledge about filmmaking, he learned that nothing gets accomplished without commitment. And Terry had such an extraordinary commitment.In his books, David analyzes the potential emptiness in our lives, and we need to accept that this is a normal part of a transition. He is also a firm believer in learning, no matter what age, which is the principle of contribution, that one's success in life is in proportion to the contribution that we make.To connect with David McNally and buy his books, please follow him:David McNallyDavid McNally(2) Instagram(2) FacebookThe Inspired Elder - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 128Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about unlocking the secrets to understanding everyone with Eric Gee, the author of The Power of Personality. Eric Gee has administered personality-based life coaching for more than twenty years. He built a successful education company that used his personality typing method to improve the lives of more than twenty thousand students, parents, and teachers. As creator of the Youtopia Project website and the Youtopia 16 assessment, he has disseminated his method to over half a million users since the website’s creation in 2016. His coaching program has been used by companies (Hulu, Disney), universities, and more than 40 school districts. “But growth and change are not the same thing. We can grow and mature, and as we do, our behavior changes and evolves, but our personality type cannot change, even if we want to, at least not in any genuine and true way.” – The Power of Personality by Eric Gee On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Eric points out that we spend 99% of our time worrying about what other people are thinking, but we should worry about ourselves because what people think or feel will constantly change. Eric studied many personality types growing up and realized that the introvert/extrovert classifications were not satisfactory, so he developed his own personality types that he considers more nuanced and accurate.His personality type focuses more on values and places people into categories based on those values: one person might value safety and security, while another might value visceral excitement and sensation. One might value information, and the other might value self-knowledge.Eric identified four animal types to match the four personality packs.There are 16 different animal personality types, according to Eric. Eric also talks about matching personality when it comes to dating. To connect with Eric Gee and buy his book, please follow him:ERIC GEE | THE POWER OF PERSONALITY | Youtopia Project(3) Instagram(8) Facebook Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 127 Join your host, Carmen Micsa, Broker/CEO with Dynamic Real Estate, Inc., and published author, to find out about the 2026 real estate market, as well as finding out about one of the best books of the year. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Our real estate market is expected to be slightly better than the flat 2025 market, with a 1.2% rise in home values. For buyers, it will be a great year to purchase, and the same for sellers, who will need to continue pricing their homes at market value and keeping them presentable, such as with a fresh coat of paint, new flooring, etc. Sellers are also expected to benefit from more stable prices, lower interest rates, and steadier demand. For landlords, there is an important new law requiring them to provide a working refrigerator for tenants. For an incredible, unique book, I highly recommend The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 126Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about creating and recreating ourselves with brand expert Christine Blosdale. Christine Blosdale is an award-winning media personality and sought-after expert authority coach with over 25 years of experience in broadcasting, branding, and business growth. Christine has guided thought leaders, coaches, authors, and entrepreneurs worldwide in positioning themselves as the trusted go-to authorities in their industries. Voted Best Broadcaster at the 2025 Women Podcaster Awards and recognized as a five-time #1 bestselling author, Christine is also the host of Out of The Box With Christine — a globally ranked podcast landing in the Top 2% of all shows worldwide. On this Seeds of Sunshine:As a brand authority, Christine, who lives in Sidney, Australia, believes that our brand is us, and we are constantly evolving.Christine worked in radio and broadcasting in Los Angeles for 20 years, and she loved the art of interviewing and its intimate form.As an expert authority, Christine teaches other business owners how to properly build their businesses and succeed.One of the mistakes business owners make is comparing themselves to other people.Christine has three steps that she recommends to entrepreneurs who actually suffer from imposter syndrome.Step one is about not focusing on how entrepreneurs are perceived by others.Step two is to flip the script and focus on the people's needs, which changes the dynamic.Step three is about making it about the people that we serve.To buy her books and connect with Christine Blosdale, please follow her: Podcast Pro: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Get Booked on Podcasts and Much More!: Blosdale, Christine: 9798884998711: Amazon.com: BooksThe Expert Authority Coach™InstagramFacebookhttps://www.christineblosdale.com/mypodcastsSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 125Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about healing our collective mental health with author Phyllis Leavit. Phyllis Leavitt graduated from Antioch University with a Masters Degree in Psychology and Counseling in 1989. As a psychotherapist, I treated children, families, couples, and individual adults for 34 years, and I have worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing, including the intersection of our emotional well-being and spiritual healing and connection. Her latest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, is groundbreaking. Phyllis lives with her husband in Taos, NM, and is retired from her psychotherapy practice, focusing on writing and speaking. "I don't believe there's any person who, if they have a chance to heal in that way, doesn't become more loving, more kind, more compassionate, more creative, more contributing, more cooperative, and more peaceful." Phillys LevittOn this Seeds of sunshine:Phyllis knew from an early age that she wanted to become a writer.Phyllis ended up choosing to become a psychotherapist because she went to therapy herself, which was helpful and life-changing.When Phyllis decided to write her book American in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, she did so because she realized that in the field of psychotherapy, even if you're not working with a whole family, you're looking at the family configuration that a person came from.The author thinks that the mental health crisis in America has deepened because many people have really lost the sense of family in their own lives.Additionally, the extreme and escalating divide between the wealthy and those really struggling to survive economically is growing, causing enormous stress.The mental health crisis is also due to the lack of balance between the good of the individual and the good of the whole.To connect with Phyllis Leavitt and buy her book American in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, please follow her:Phyllis Leavitt Website - Phyllis LeavittInstagram(1) FacebookSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 124Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Steve McKinney's 3-W approach to fitness that works at any age. His book The Gospel of Fitness outlines his philosophy on weight training, walking, and diet. Steve McKinney is a bestselling author, fitness coach, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, dedicated to helping people age strong and live healthier lives. As the owner of Fitness and More, Inc., he has helped countless individuals transform their bodies through his Unique 3-W Approach to Fitness. Steve is also a church pastor, integrating faith and mindset into his approach to wellness. His book, The Gospel of Fitness, breaks down the science of strength training and nutrition in a practical, sustainable, and life-changing way. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Steve explains the 3W method of helping others live their happiest and healthiest lives. Steve explains which strength-training exercises are beneficial and which we should avoid.He is a big believer that we can fight sarcopenia, or muscle loss, by walking at least 30 minutes a day after dinner to improve digestion and by performing the right exercises. As a fitness coach, Steve has logged over 15,000 personal training sessions with his clients. Steve's seeds of sunshine: weight training is medicine for your body. Watching your diet is medicine for your biology, and walking is medicine for your brain. Exercise is Medicine. Just apply it correctly.To connect with Steve and buy his book The Gospel of Fitness, please follow him:Fitness and More - Fitness and More(9) FacebookSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 123Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Gail Showalter’s mission to help everyone grow and reach their true potential through some tweaks to how they approach life, motherhood, and careers. For the last 18 years, Gail Showalter has been helping single moms navigate their lives. The nonprofit she founded in 2007 supports single moms pursuing degrees that lead to employment. In southeast Texas, she is known as the “Old Bird with Feathers of Wisdom for Women and a Soft Spot for Single Moms.” Gail was a single mother of three for sixteen years before she remarried. Her first article on returning to college as a single parent was published in Single-Parent Family magazine. Her book, Living, Learning, Loving, was published by Morgan James Publishing on September 9, 2025. Gail holds degrees in speech, art, and special education, as well as a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. She is also a Certified Life Coach and Personality Specialist. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:As a single parent, Gail took what she learned as a single mom and helped other single moms navigate their lives. Gail’s life lessons resulted in a beautiful book Living, Learning, Loving.A big believer in the power of stories to shape our lives, Gail turned each chapter into a sharing of her personal experiences with readers, offering motivation and inspiration.Gail knows that when we take care of ourselves and get our priorities right, we are all better off. Gail’s primary goal is to help single moms who need it to get through college, and I have pointers for those individuals depending on where they live. Gail created a nonprofit program to help single moms get through college.As for Gail’s seeds of sunshine, she believes it is important to set reasonable goals related to lifestyle, raising children, finances, and more. To connect with Gail and buy her books, please follow her: Gail Cawley Showalter | helps single moms finish college | 152 Grandchase Drive, Nederland, TX, USA https://www.instagram.com/gail_cawley (1) Facebook Gail Cawley Showalter - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 122Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about life's indelible moments through komorebi, as well as the latest real estate updates. On this Seeds of Sunshine:Looking back at our mother/daughter podcast that Sophia and I started three years ago. We plan to continue with the same great and inspiring content, with Sophia continuing as the editor and introducing our guests from UC Santa Barbara, where she will be starting college next week. I came across a great concept, Komorebi, a Japanese word which literally means sunlight leaking through trees, or as I described it in my article published on Medium, I see it when I stand still during my runs, I feel like I'm steeping in nature to sip sunshine, living and loving the light in a world of shadows. Komorebi - the topic of this episode is this light that we all want to welcome into our lives and to seek during our daily lives, maybe during a walk, during a run, or just by being in your office or in your home. Author Hector Garcia defined komorebi as "the sunlight leaking through trees, a display of sunbeams filtering through tree branches."As far as our real estate market, there is beauty in being a buyer right now. You can see some komorebi out there, some light after experiencing really crazy prices that kept going up and up for us in the Sacramento region.Price negotiations are quite possible. The sellers are still understanding that they have to adjust their prices. So we see a lot of price reductions or price improvements out there in our real estate market. And basically, that's a really good thing for the buyers. And another great thing for my buyers is the fact that, finally, they have more choices. In recent years, there were very few listings on the market, so everybody was fighting for a few out there, and now that has become much better for the buyers and the sellers that I work with.  Please follow your host, Carmen Micsa, Broker/CEO with Dynamic Real Estate, BA/MA in English, podcaster, and published author:Carmen Micsa (@carmenseedsofsunshine) • Instagram photos and videosCarmen Micsa | FacebookTo purchase my tennis and poetry books, please go to Amazon or wherever books are sold.For real estate, check out my website. Receive up to $2,000 credit when buying or selling a home with me if you mention this episode.  https://dynamicsacramentohomes.com/Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 121Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about personal transformation and finding the light within us with international bestselling author David Richards. David Richards is a former Marine Corps officer with 15 years of service, a corporate leader in Customer Experience at Cisco, and a sought-after executive coach specializing in Executive Presence and Transformational Leadership. His work has guided senior leaders at some of the world’s largest financial and IT companies, including Fidelity, Microsoft, and Cisco, helping them elevate their leadership and communication impact at the highest levels. As a #1 international bestseller author, he helps people awaken their divine identity and step fully into their faith-driven purpose. With a unique blend of biblical wisdom, neuroscience, and practical leadership strategies, David is here to challenge the way we think about success, faith, and personal transformation. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: David talks about his fascinating journey from a near-death experience as a child to serving as a Marine Corps officer and later thriving in the corporate world. After his near-death experience, David realized that his life had purpose, which inspired him to write his book Becoming One with Christ - The Lessons of King David. David believes that we possess intellectual mastery, which involves understanding something. There's also cognitive mastery.Because through the power of incantation, through the power of our voice, we can actually change our physiology and change our nervous system. And just because someone grows up in a different culture, with a different background, or with a different belief system, that doesn't mean they're wrong. There's no reason that we should judge them for that, because that's what they've grown up believing.There's a universal nature to what it means to be human.David encourages his clients to get clear on what they want from life. Our journeys of transformation begin within our hearts, with ourselves being ready to make those changes. To connect with David Richards and buy his books, please follow him: David Richards - International best-selling author, speaker in NC Instagram (1) FacebookSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 120Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Ros Place's journey from England to South America. Her teachings about finding and communicating with our guardian angel are full of wisdom and love. Ros Place is a Guardian Angel Communicator from England who empowers truth-seekers to connect with their Guardian Angels and find trustworthy answers to life’s important questions. Through her proven Channel of Clarity Method, Ros teaches you how to verbally channel your Guardian Angel, so you can gain clarity, confidence, and clear direction whenever you need it. Unlike other teachers, Ros won’t keep the tools to herself, make it confusing, or leave you to figure it out alone. She’s committed to guiding you every step of the way to communicate with your Guardian Angel so you can receive truthful and trustworthy answers whenever you need them. On this Seeds of Sunshine Episode: In April 2023, Trassan, her guardian angel, told her that she would leave England as a family and travel the world. "All will be well," Ros was told, so she trusted her guardian angel and has been traveling with her family for two years around Europe and South America. Ros talks about Trissan as her guardian angel who has been with her since birth. Everybody has a guardian angel. Ros feels that she was born being able to communicate with Trassan. In sharing with our guest that I feel protected by my guardian angel, Ros said that it's a wonderful way to live our lives. When we feel that benevolent energy, that loving energy, that guiding energy, and pay attention to that, then we can elevate our lives and live in joy. Ros was able to connect with the spirit of dead people, but now she only chooses to communicate with her guardian angel because angelic energy is so light and divine.To buy Ros Place's book and connect with her:Home - Angels with RosFacebookThe Guardian Angel Channel with Ros & Tressarn - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 119Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Danny Lehr’s strategy to take control of your time and start winning the next hour.  Danny Lehr—a sought-after speaker, entrepreneur, author, and former competitive athlete who’s obsessed with helping people accomplish their biggest dreams… one hour at a time. He’s the author of Win Your Next Hour, a high-impact guide for getting unstuck and taking bold action when life feels overwhelming. As the co-founder of the lifestyle brand Caffeine & Kilos, Danny has built a multimillion-dollar business, coached elite athletes and high performers, and shared stages with leaders across business and sport. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: What holds people back is that they don't know where to start, right? And so they don't end up doing anything because they're afraid they don't know how to start, or they're going to take the wrong steps. Danny thinks that we have so much to learn from our adventures, such as his bike ride around Lake Tahoe, which is 72 miles and 4,000 feet of climbing. Just keep going. Just get to the top of this hill; it'll level out. Danny’s favorite word is W I N, an acronym for success. The first step is to use our words. The second is investing money, time, and effort. And the N stands for note your progress.  Danny points out that the entrepreneurs he works with are successful because they saw an opportunity and went for it. Maybe they were scared or nervous, but they took the opportunity. To buy Danny Lehr’s book, please follow him:https://winyournexthour.com/(1) Instagram  Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 118Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Bronson Hill’s investment strategies and how to prosper. As the Managing Member of Bronson Equity (www.BronsonEquity.com), Bronson is a general partner in 2500 multifamily units worth over $250M. Bronson is the host of The Mailbox Money Show, where he breaks down the investor mindset and has personally raised over $45M for real estate and his private equity deals. Bronson is the author of the best-selling book, Fire Yourself: Replace Your Working Income with Passive Income in 3 Years or Less, and is a regular contributor to YouTube and his blog. Bronson is a regular keynote speaker and leads The Wealth Forum, an exclusive mastermind for affluent passive investors, providing unmatched investment opportunities within a growth-oriented community.  Bronson is a frequent guest on podcasts, such as The Best Ever Show with Joe Fairless, and has also been a speaker at the large Limitless Conference, alongside Ken McElroy.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Bronson shares lessons on hard work that he learned as a child and an adult. Bronson's book, Fire Yourself: Replace Your Working Income with Passive Income in 3 Years or Less, became an Amazon number one bestseller for investing.When it comes to passive income, Bronson quotes Warren Buffett, who said: "Unless you learn how to make money while you sleep, you'll work until you die."Financial freedom vs. time freedom are two important and distinct concepts. What successful people do is they don't get stuck.To receive Bronson's three favorite cash flow investments of 2025, text the word cash flow, all one word, to the number 33777.To connect with Bronson Hill and purchase his book, please follow him: https://bronsonequity.com/bronsonequity | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 117Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn how to dance your way to health with Jennifer Jimenez. Jennifer is the co-founder of Brave Thinking Institute, an expert faculty member and trainer, and the founder and director of the Health & Well-Being Division. She is a trailblazing leader in personal transformation, health, and well-being. As the Founder and Director of the Health & Well-Being Division at Brave Thinking Institute, she has inspired and empowered thousands worldwide to live healthier, more joyful, and purpose-driven lives. Jennifer has been prominently featured on DC News Now, Authority Magazine, NBC, ABC, and many more. She has also graced stages alongside legendary thought leaders such as Marianne Williamson, Maya Angelou, Byron Katie, Bob Proctor, Wayne Dyer, and Deepak Chopra.“TranscenDance™ is the secret language of your soul, it is a healing balm for your body, a pathway for transformation, and a safe haven for your inner-most thoughts, feelings, and dreams to be expressed freely.” - Jennifer Joy JiménezOn this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Brave Thinking Institute. Learn about Jenifer's mother, who was a thought leader. She spent the last 50-plus years studying the art and science of creating and living a life you love through transcendental studies, universal spiritual principles, success, and mindset.Jennifer's mother encouraged her to dream big. Jennifer wanted to become a professional dancer and sacrificed a lot to achieve her goal. TranscenDance modality, which Jennifer teaches to people worldwide, is recognized globally as a transformative movement practice.Although you think you are bad at dancing, Jennifer believes that we're actually all born dancers.TranscenDance connects people with that higher power, with their souls. Jennifer believes that allowing that soul self to dance allows the human body to expand in health, vitality, strength, and mobility.To connect with Jennifer, please follow her:TranscenDance (@transcendanceglobal) • Instagram photos and videos(4) FacebookHealth & Well-Being - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 116Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Angela Beyer’s inspiring journey to Miss Universe in bodybuilding. Angela Beyer's achievements span a wide range, from successful bodybuilding competitions to winning titles such as Miss Florida, Miss USA, and Miss Universe. She has also delved into celebrity training and authored a health and fitness book. Furthermore, Angela founded House of Shape, offering women the guidance they need to attain their fitness goals. Angela has garnered recognition for her accomplishments, and her work has been featured in prestigious publications such as All Star Magazine Germany, Flex Magazine, Florida Sun Magazine, Global Trade Magazine, and Naples Daily News. Today, Angela works with CEOs, entrepreneurs, high-level executives, top-class athletes, and clients worldwide, empowering them to rapidly increase their energy levels, transform their bodies, and enhance their mental clarity. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Angela was born and raised in Germany. At 30, she came to the United States to learn English and fell in love with the country. Although she was a banker in Germany, she decided to focus on bodybuilding to win Miss USA and obtain her green card.  Angela competed at the Miss USA in Los Angeles, a big show, and she won Miss USA. After that, she qualified for Miss Universe and got busy doing her homework to succeed. Bodybuilding was Angela’s lifestyle. She ate very clean, measured her food, and worked out consistently. The workouts were intense, but she had a goal in mind about how she wanted to look.Angela advises listeners to add strength training and movement into their daily lives. Her clients vary in age from 16 to her oldest client, 92.  So young women really need to understand that they have to move way more than they do right now, not be so focused on their devices. If they want to listen to a podcast or something, do it outside when they are on a run or on a walk or something. Angela thinks it’s important to incorporate activity and movement daily.Angela believes that when it comes to maintaining muscle quality or growing muscle, strength training is always needed.Angela is the founder of House of Shape, her business. She trains clients online and in person.To connect with Angela, please follow her: House Of Shape Angela Beyer (@healthcoachangela) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook  Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 115Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Amanda Furrer and her journey from runner to writer for Runner’s World. Amanda Furrer, Runner’s World test editor, has reviewed gear and covered other running topics for almost 10 years. Since 2013, she has run the Boston Marathon consecutively. She recently completed all the World Marathon Majors and is running the Sydney Marathon this year. In a past life, she was a professional baker for two years. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:From her mother, Amanda learned to be assertive and confident in life. As the Runner’s World Test editor, Amanda recounts her perseverance in becoming a writer. Amanda also learned many valuable lessons from being a baker. Oatmeal raisin and snickerdoodle are Amanda’s favorite cookies to bake. Amanda has run the Boston marathon 13 years in a row, which is very special to her. Amanda’s favorite marathons to qualify for Boston are the Chicago and Tokyo marathons. Running and life are very similar. Amanda points out that if we really want something, achieving our goals might take some time.  To connect with Amanda Furrer follow her on Runner’s World:Amanda Furrer Test EditorSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 114Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Teri Brown and her husband Bruce’s ride on their tandem bicycle across the United States from Astoria, Oregon, to Washington, DC. They both learned valuable lessons. Born in Athens, Greece, as an Air Force brat, Teri M Brown came into this world with an imagination full of stories to tell. She now calls the North Carolina coast home, and the peaceful nature of the sea has been a great source of inspiration for her creativity.  Not letting 2020 get the best of her, Teri chose to go on an adventure that changed her outlook on life. She and her husband, Bruce, rode a tandem bicycle across the United States from Astoria, Oregon, to Washington, DC, successfully raising money for Toys for Tots. She learned she is stronger than she realized and capable of anything she sets her mind to.  Teri is a wife, mother, grandmother, podcaster, and author who loves word games, reading, bumming on the beach, taking photos, singing in the shower, hunting for bargains, ballroom dancing, playing bridge, and mentoring others.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Learn how a 3102-mile bike trip across the United States changed Teri’s life and about her book 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure.Teri shared three rules that she learned from this adventure. One of them is don't quit on a bad day.The author’s favorite mantra is to do hard things; she explains why and how that became her mantra. Teri believes that it’s important to give creativity space to play.  To connect with Teri Brown: Teri M Brown, AuthorTeri M Brown - Award-Winning Author (@terimbrown_author) • Instagram photos and videos(12) FacebookSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 113Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about optimism with best-selling author Zander Sprague. Zander Sprague is a compelling storyteller and an expert in personal empowerment, self-help, and overcoming adversity. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and best-selling author, he is a sought-after voice in self-improvement. Zander’s transformative message, captured in his book EPIC Begins with 1 Step Forward, resonates with anyone seeking to take control of their lives, move past challenges, and embrace an extraordinary future. Through his TV show, podcast, and social media content under the banner of EPIC Choice Media, Zander empowers his audience to see that everyone can begin their journey toward an EPIC life by taking one step forward. His public access TV show and podcast are proof of his ability to connect with audiences authentically and deliver actionable insights that inspire change.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Zander Sprague's book Epic Begins with One Step Forward will reshape your thinking about success and progress. It gives you the practical steps you need to create epic results—whether you want to run a marathon, lose weight, write a book, get promoted, start a business, or achieve any other goal.Zander believes that no matter what you're doing in life, there is a process, and if you create structure, it gets infinitely easier.Zander's two magic words he likes to use because they will dramatically boost someone's success: NOT YET because many of our epic journeys take time.Having studied psychology, Zander doesn't think that we encounter roadblocks, for we can make a scenic detour and embrace the fact that there's more than one way to get to a destination.You will appreciate and apply Zander's 97/3 rule and feel empowered by it.  To connect with Zander Sprague:Podcast - Zander Sprague(4) FacebookZander Sprague LPCC (@epic_begins) • Instagram photos and videosEPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward - YouTube (23) Zander Sprague | LinkedInSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 112Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about the art and science of sourdough bread making and how to balance motherhood with running, hiking, and environmental sciences from our guest, Leigh Patterson. Leigh Patterson is a mom to three children and a Senior Environmental Scientist. She enjoys staying active, spending time outside, running, hiking, camping, and exploring. She and her husband have a small chicken farm. They enjoy gardening, building things, and doing projects around the house. Leigh also bakes sourdough bread and is passionate about helping others do the same. Sourdough is both a science and an art, and Leigh believes anyone who wants to learn truly can!On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Leigh calls balancing out motherhood with her business and athletic endeavors a juggle. However, she prioritizes athletics and running, which helps her with everything else.Leigh started baking bread about eight years ago to have a healthier option for her family.As people asked questions about the sourdough breadmaking process, Leigh created a curriculum and a class. Then, she hosted her first class for a group of friends at her house.As a biologist, Leigh is interested in the science of making bread. Sourdough is a very flexible and dynamic process.Leigh quoted a baker who said, "It takes 10 loaves to get comfortable and 10 years to get good."We've all heard of prebiotics and probiotics. Sourdough is baked in the oven, so those microorganisms don't survive that baking process. It's too hot for them. However, the fermentation process actually alters the cellular structures and creates new compounds. This is true for any fermented food, and scientists have grouped those compounds into this general category they call postbiotics.Sourdough refers to the process, so we can have sourdough bread, waffles, etc.  To connect with Leigh Patterson: Home | OaknEggOak ‘N Egg (@oaknegg) • Instagram photos and videosOaknEgg - YouTubeOaknEgg's Amazon PageSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 111Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about personal development and how to navigate the challenges of dating in the digital era. Patrycja Karas is a Life and Personal Development Coach. She graduated from the famous Jay Shetty Certification School and now works with young women, helping them increase their inner confidence and build meaningful relationships with themselves. Patrycja believes that everything starts from within and that the way we treat ourselves is reflected in the external reality. She is on a mission to provide people with the practical tools to improve their mental health, increase confidence, and fight the pandemic of loneliness. “The most important relationship in your life is the one you have with yourself. Work on yourself because that’s who you’ll be spending the rest of your life with”. Patrycja Karas On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Patrycja believes in helping empower women and just help them thrive.When helping women, Patrycja teaches them to build a strong relationship with themselves first. Dating has become harder in our modern society, so Patrycja shows women how unique and valuable they truly are. She also teaches them to stop looking outside of who they are, as everything they need is inside their soul and heart. Regarding dating, taking one’s time is important, as is only investing energy in connections that truly resonate with her clients. Patrycja also teaches her clients to focus on quality over quantity. Everything in life starts with those small, intentional habits.To connect with Patrycja: Patrycja Karas – Life Coaching for young femalesPatrycja Karas | Certified Life Coach (@patisacoach) • Instagram photos and videospatisacoach (@patisacoach) | TikTok Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 110Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about John’s Crazy Socks and their creative way of conquering Down Syndrome and empowering people with differing abilities. John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store, earning EY’s Entrepreneurs of the Year recognition. John is not only an entrepreneur, but he also has Down syndrome. Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half of their colleagues have differing abilities. They are fierce advocates for the rights of people with differing abilities, having testified twice before the U.S. Congress, spoken at the United Nations, and recorded two TEDx talks. They are members of the CEO Commission on Disability Employment. Their work has been featured on national broadcasts by CBS, ABC, CNBC, PBS, the BBC, and Fox News.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Mark, John’s father, feels gratitude to his son for teaching him about Down Syndrome and how to live a happy and fulfilling life. John and Mark plan to start a publishing company. Their focus is on publishing books by and about people with different abilities.Listen to their story and how they started the most successful sock company John’s Crazy Socks.  To connect with John and Mark X. Cronin: Johns Crazy SocksJohns Crazy Socks (@johnscrazysocks) • Instagram photos and videos(2) FacebookJohn's Crazy Socks - YouTube   Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 109Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about writing, creativity, and making changes in your life with our guest award-winning author and educator, Bonnie Garvin.  Bonnie Garvin fell into writing quite literally. She was pushing 30, married, and in therapy, trying to figure out if she wanted to have a baby. Her therapist suggested going back to university and taking classes that sounded interesting. Bonnie signed up for a class that sounded like it had to do with journalism. It was an advanced playwriting class. The play that Bonnie wrote became a finalist for the most prestigious playwriting festival in the U.S. When Bonnie received that notice, for the first time, she thought she could become a writer!  Bonnie gave up her job, convinced her husband to give up his law practice, and set off for New York so she could pursue a career as a writer. Over the last thirty years, Bonnie continually invented and reinvented herself, creating a more diverse and multifaceted career than she could've ever imagined back then.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Bonnie thinks everybody needs to write, but not everybody needs to become a writer. Bonnie recalls something she learned as a child that has helped her become the good storyteller she is today. Since her mother was controlling, Bonnie learned early on to lie and cover things up so she wouldn’t be discovered, which translated into her storytelling gifts. As a screenwriter, Bonnie learned she could also write personal essays, so she greatly believes in reinventing herself. During COVID, Bonnie created a storytelling lab. She had been teaching at USC for a long time and needed something different to encourage her students to write and reflect. Bonnie is a huge believer in paying attention to the world around us daily, which helps us tell infinite stories.  To connect with Bonnie Garvin:Storytelling Lab | unlock creativityStorytelling Lab (@story.tellinglab) • Instagram photos and videos(7) FacebookBonnie's Hollywood Tales | Bonnie Garvin | Substack(23) Benita (Bonnie) Garvin | LinkedIn  Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 108Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about becoming the best student, how to take tests well, and developing more critical thinking with our guest, Jesse Hartman. Jesse Hartman became the co-owner of Hartman Tutoring in 2006 and has over 20 years of tutoring experience. As a student at Emory University, Jesse worked part-time as an SAT tutor/teacher. He aimed to reach learners not as a teacher but as a mentor and academic guide. Jesse has prepared students for nearly every standardized test and every available subject. He is currently the Director of Hartman Tutoring and continues to tutor in NYC and beyond. ​Jesse is also an accomplished poet and award-winning lyricist. “Keep on asking until you understand. Keep on asking until you feel like you have a grasp of the subject that you're trying to get a hold of. There's no sense of walking away being like, I still don't really get what's going on here.”– Jesse Hartman “The purpose of critical thinking skills is to have a sound view of how to come to a valid conclusion and recognize something as true versus not. It's harder than we think, especially in a world where many very large entities benefit from duping us, either as individuals or as collectives. Sometimes it's scary to have an opinion or a viewpoint or a vision of reality that differs from the masses.” – Jesse HartmanOn this Seeds of Sunshine episode:As the owner and director of Hartman Tutoring, Jesse specializes in counseling, coaching enrichment, and test prep tutoring.Jesse believes students use his tutoring services to improve their executive functioning or critical thinking.Hartman Tutoring has been a family business. Jesse particularly enjoyed working with his mother and seeing great results in students’ learning and developing their critical thinking skills. Jesse’s opinion about standardized testing. He sees it as a grand subject that has a lot of ups and downs, but it's just something complicated for us in society. It's an imperfect mechanism that serves a purpose and contributes in many ways to the functionality of the educational system and to the societal world that we live in.Jesse is a big believer in preparing the child for the road, not the road for the child. Therefore, there are many ways that kids can become successful.To connect with Jesse HartmanHartman Tutoring: customized tutoring & test prepHartman Tutoring (@hartmantutoring) • Instagram photos and videos  Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 107Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about living a healthy life and wearing the correct shoes with Doctor Roberto De Los Santos, as well as many other tips. Dr. Roberto De Los Santos is a highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon committed to providing exceptional patient care. During his time in medical school and residency, he took the opportunity to travel to 15 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, immersing himself in diverse cultures, medical practices, and innovative foot health treatments. As the first in his family to complete college, medical school, and earn a doctorate, Dr. De Los Santos is deeply motivated to inspire the next generation to dream big and pursue their goals. In his free time, Dr. De Los Santos enjoys exploring Houston’s vibrant food scene, participating in outdoor activities, and spending meaningful moments with his family and friends. He also has a passion for cars and racing.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Dr. De Los Santos recollects one of his childhood lessons, which increased his dexterity as a surgeon. Shoes can break us or make us why they need to be customized for our feet. Even brands have different subcategories of shoes.Dr. De Los Santos uses positive words when his patients recover well from surgery since positive patients recover quickly.He believes that we're here for a reason: to motivate others and ourselves, and even the little things that seem bad might turn out positive in the end.One of Dr. De Los Santos's passions is Corvette cars.To connect with Dr. Roberto De Los Santos:About - Dr. De Los SantosDr. Roberto De Los Santos, DPM (@doctor_delossantos) • Instagram photos and videosDoctor De Los Santos - YouTube Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season Three, Episode 106Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Katherine Giovanni’s wise approach to forgiveness. Catherine Giovanni is a three-time award-winning best-selling author and speaker. Katharine has authored over twelve books, including her latest release, 'The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power.' Katharine's journey, from battling stage 3 breast cancer to navigating a challenging childhood, has given her profound insights about resilience and forgiveness. Join us as Katharine shares these invaluable lessons and explores the transformative power of forgiveness. Get ready for a conversation brimming with inspiration and empowerment! “When you worry, you are actually worshipping the problem. This magnifies what you fear instead of freeing your mind.” – Katherin Giovanni On this Seeds of Sunshine episode:Katherine’s forgiveness method works because she has a plan, working her way up from easy to hard forgiveness. Forgiving someone doesn't mean they are right or that you are giving in. It means they’re still wrong.Forgiveness is selfish. You do it for you. You don't do it for them. You do it because you literally want to start thinking about something else.Katherine also teaches others how to forgive the energy around others who have wronged them. To connect with Katherine:Katharine Giovanni (@katharinegiovanni) • Instagram photos and videosFacebookhttps://www.katharinegiovanni.com/ Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 3, Episode 105Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about Mark Collins's encompassing approach to imposter syndrome.  Mark Collins is a Business / Life Coach, the founder of Freedom For Life, LLC, and the author of the transformational leadership book LIFE MASTERY: Living Life by Design, Not by Default.He has a singular passion for seeing people unleashed as the Heroes they are created to be in their business, relationships, and life. Mark has developed and launched his Life Mastery online course and has seen hundreds of lives transformed. He has also been privileged to speak at conferences throughout the Western US.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: As a child, Mark learned to be comfortable with the discomfort of being in a new place, as he grew up in a military family. Mark created a course called Life Mastery.Mark’s personal experiences led him to focus on helping others conquer imposter syndrome.Our guest thought that, by succeeding, maybe imposter syndrome would disappear and the fear of failure would no longer exist. Yet, those feelings resurfaced no matter how successful he or his clients were. Mark believes change is nice; it gives us new habits and things that can be a blessing in our lives.The author’s mother was his big advocate in telling him to write his book. The journey from small to big takes time and motivation, and nobody who is just doing it, to do it, ever gets to that place of success if they're not celebrating what they're doing along the way. Mark details a three-step transformational strategy for mastering our thoughts, words, and actions in his book. To connect with Mark Collins and purchase his book:Freedom For Life - You UnleashedMark Collins (@_freedomforlife_) • Instagram photos and videosFacebook Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 3, Episode 104Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn more about Esther Avant’s holistic approach to fitness and nutrition.  Esther Avant spent 20 years in the health industry in various fitness, nutrition, and wellness-related roles before branching into broader aspects of personal development. She realized that the same tools and strategies she'd been using to help clients reach their health and weight loss goals could be applied to goals of any kind, and now she helps audiences apply that success "formula" to their career and personal goals, as well. Esther is the co-owner of MADE By ME Coaching which provides wellness programs and health coaching services to organizations and individuals. She is also the author of To Your Health: A Lifestyle of Health, Happiness, and Confidence, and host of the Live Diet-Free podcast. As a speaker, Esther helps audiences level up their lives with a health-first approach built on self-compassion, personal responsibility, and consistent action. Esther is also a boy mom and Navy wife who has lived and traveled all over the world while writing, speaking, and coaching. “Prioritizing your health isn't selfish.” – Esther AvantOn this Seeds of Sunshine episode: As a health and weight loss coach, Esther points out that what we choose to eat and drink will impact our journey to maintaining a healthy weight. She realized that her clients knew about nutrition, but lacked consistency, which is key to making lasting changes. Esther’s approach to making changes is connected to the 3 Cs: consistency, commitment, and confidence, which are all needed to be successful. To connect with Esther:Home - EA CoachingEsther Avant (@esther.avant) • Instagram photos and videos(9) FacebookEsther Avant - YouTube  Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 3, Episode 103Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn more about Craig Meriwether’s techniques to help people eliminate the negative emotions and limiting beliefs that might keep them from reaching their full potential. Craig Meriwether is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Medical Hypnosis Specialist, Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) specialist, and Founder of Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy. For over 12 years, Craig has been helping people heal from early childhood trauma, helping cancer patients with pain control, veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, students with test anxiety, children with nightmares, entrepreneurs with confidence, athletes with peak performance, and anyone who may be dealing with overwhelm, fear and anxiety. Craig has created Ace Any Test, the most comprehensive course for test anxiety relief so people can eliminate anxiety around exams, auditions, job interviews, and public speaking, as well as increase confidence and self-esteem. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Craig believes that asking for help is not a sign of vulnerability but of strength.As a clinical hypnotherapist, Craig teaches that our subconscious mind is for our safety, protection, and survival.Neuroscience tells us that the conscious mind only makes up 5% of the mind, while the unconscious part, your subconscious mind, makes up 95%, and that's where that hurt and pain are held.Craig emphasizes that focusing on one’s intention to heal is paramount to success and healing through hypnotherapy. Craig points out that the mind can't tell the difference between what's real and what’s not, so we want to imagine ourselves as we wish to see ourselves in the future. To connect with Craig:Ace Any Test | Eliminate Test AnxietyArizona Integrative Hypnotherapy | Flagstaff Hypnosis(7) FacebookAce Any Test (@ace_any_test) • Instagram photos and videosaceanytest - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 3, Episode 102Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn more about Leigh Shulman’s ideas about creativity and writing.  Author and writing mentor Leigh Shulman founded The Inspired Writer Community, a women's writers network for writers at any stage in their writing lives. Her bestselling book The Writer's Roadmap: Paving the Way to Your Ideal Writing Life helps thousands find their way in the writing world. Shulman writes for the Washington Post, Wired, and Insider, among others. She lives with her family in the mountains of Argentina.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: This is our second interview with Leigh Shulman, who still lives in Argentina and loves every moment of her life there. Leigh really enjoys the exploration that writing offers her and the ones she teaches. She would like to do more teaching and working with writersShe also wants to go deeper and build more writing communities.Leigh explains why writing The Writer’s Roadmap was important to her. Leigh’s advice to everyone working on their college essays is to think about what you're going to do and how you're going to do it, and then once you finish, figure out what comes next.Leigh has a free big writing workshop at the beginning of November – details on how to sign up are below.   To sign up for Turn the Page November Writing event, there are two options:  1.     https://courses.leighshulman.com/turn-the-page-membership-event2.     https://courses.leighshulman.com/ink-&-impact-a-workshop-series-for-your-creative-&-business-journeyTo purchase her book The Writer’s Roadmap: Paving the Way to Your Ideal Writing Life, please go to Amazon, and wherever books are sold.  To connect with Leigh Shulman: Facebook Leigh Shulman (@theleighshulman) • Instagram photos and videos (20) Leigh Shulman @writing.exchange@leighshulman (@TheLeighShulman) / X (twitter.com) Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 3, Episode 101Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Andrew Matthews how to be happier in your personal and business life by applying his simple, yet powerful strategies. Andrew Matthews is an Australian author and international speaker. Andrew's books, including BEING HAPPY, FOLLOW YOUR HEART, and BOUNCING BACK have sold over 8 million copies in 48 languages. Andrew has presented to over 1000 corporations on 5 continents on attitude, enjoying work, and resilience. Andrew also speaks in universities and prisons."It's not failure that crashes us...What hurts most is never having tried. - Andrew MatthewsOn this Seeds of Sunshine:Andrew wrote 12 books on happiness. Andrew believes that there are many things we can change to be happy, such as our attitude.  Acceptance of the things we cannot change is power. Andrew strongly believes that we don't find happiness; we create it! The biggest difference between happy and unhappy people is their gratitude.  To connect with Andrew Matthews and buy his books:Home - ANDREW MATTHEWSAmazon.com : andrew matthews booksAndrew Matthews - YouTubeAndrew Matthews (@andrewmatthews.author) • Instagram photos and videos(41) Andrew Matthews | LinkedInSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 100Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from Kim, two-time Olympian about the two important Rs running and reading in her life, as well as what it means to be a female entrepreneur and coach with Next Best Run, training athletes from all over the world. “Running has given me so much – so many of my best friends, my husband. It’s taught me about putting in the work and then just seeing results over time…Now in any endeavor I pursue, I go into it with that mindset of water on a stone- you just keep chipping away and doing good work, stay consistent, and look for ways to just move up one rung of a ladder at every time.” Kim Conley in an interview with Dominique Smith on Lactic Acid Podcast. On this Seeds of Sunshine:Kim Conley’s childhood lesson is to really believe in ourselves and go after the things we want to achieve.We talk about the two important Rs in Kim’s life: running and reading.One of Kim’s goals for next year is to run the Brooklyn half marathon, which she won this year and absolutely loved the energy. Kim thinks it is important to stay consistent in running life and business.Kim believes that lofty goals need to be broken down into manageable steps, and then we can go after them.Kim shares her big dreams and goals that she wrote in her high school journals.There is a connection between running and reading because you have to develop patience, perseverance, and consistency.Kim loves to read not only because it is a great recovery in between her running sessions, but also because it gives her a different perspective on things and life. Regarding Next Best Run, the coaching company that Kim Conley runs together with her husband Drew Wartenburg, she explained with sincerity: “Having a business and running it, yeah, a lot of times I feel like I'm just making everything up as I go along. It's about adapting, growing, and learning as you go.”   To connect with Kim Conley and her coaching business Next Best Run: Online Run Coaching - Next Best Run Next Best Run (@next_best_run) • Instagram photos and videosKim Conley (@kfconley) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 99Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Ashley Vingi  how to stay authentic and succeed as an entrepreneur and human being. Ashley Vingi is an entrepreneur, innovator, and metaphysical creator who has been blazing her own trail for over a decade. With a passion for shaking and awakening the collective, Ashley is here to remind us that humanity is far more powerful than we've been led to believe. As a spiritual teacher, mentor, and business coach, she’s known for her straightforward approach to staying authentic and aligned on the entrepreneurial journey. Get ready for some raw truth and powerful insights!On this Seeds of Sunshine:Ashley talks about multiple ways to tune into our emotional intelligence.Creativity is an important outlet.Energy work requires self-awareness, accountability, and action.Ashley is a huge believer and practitioner of Reiki.Ashley’s authentic self will inspire you to reach for more in your daily and professional lives. To connect with Ashley Vingi:https://www.thedivinesavage.com/coaching-healingsAshley V Biz Coach & Metaphysical Mentor (@ashley_v_divinesavage) • Instagram photos and videos(7) Facebook Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 98Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Mark Gray three longevity tips and how to take your fitness to the next level, as well as. Mark Gray is originally from Ireland and lived in London for 8 years where he started working as a personal trainer in 2016. Currently, Mark lives in Barcelona, helping clients live a healthier, happier, and higher quality of life for almost a decade. Since 2019, Mark’s focus as a coach has been on helping some of the finest Entrepreneurs build a leaner, stronger, & most importantly of all, Pain-Free body. His coaching business is called ‘The Paradigm Project.  “It's the big and the small efforts that lead to big, big things.” Mark Gray On this Seeds of Sunshine:Mark talks about fitness like money having a compounded effect.Mark reflects upon his childhood and how sports molded him and are responsible for he who is right now.Mark believes that his confidence in what he does as a coach and the skills he has to help people make him different from other coaches. Through fitness and good nutrition, Mark thinks that there's a big difference between aging and then getting older.Mark’s three longevity tips will help you live longer and motivate you to reach higher in your personal and fitness lives. Mark coaches people from all over the world with his innovative approach to fitness, so give him a try!  To connect with Mark Gray: https://www.paradigmproject.uk/1-1-coachingMark Gray | Online Performance Coach (@coachmarkgray) • Instagram photos and videosMark Gray | Entrepreneurs Pain-Free Performance - YouTube Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 97Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Rob Tracz how intentionality is the key answer to our being successful in life and business. Rob Tracz, a distinguished international speaker and transformative coach, a pioneer in guiding entrepreneurs from stagnation to "Prime ​Performance," employs a strategic fusion of coaching and personal development ​principles for professional success, aiming to unleash the complete potential of ​ambitious professionals. As CEO of TAPS - Coaching and the visionary creator of ​"Prime Performance: Path to the Ideal Entrepreneurial Lifestyle," Rob's innovative ​methodology systematically addresses uncertainties and inertia. Through keynotes and podcasts, Rob champions strategic lifestyle elevation, ​advocating vitality, mindful consumption, restful reflection, and network building. ​With a Masters in Exercise Science and elite certifications, he redefines fulfillment, driving ​clients to surpass mediocrity and achieve unparalleled success in both personal ​and professional realms.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Rob talks about intentionality and how it helps us open up different doors in life. Rob learned a valuable lesson from his father that he incorporated in his business. Being good to ourselves and not missing out on meaningful connections is one of those lessons. Rob teaches entrepreneurs how to overcome shadow stagnation. Chasing this goal or target might seem that it is something we really want, but it's not necessarily. It's just the shadow of what you're really looking for. Most of the time, that's money, fame, and all these other things that detach from reality and living genuine lives. On the road to success, Rob thinks that we all need to be like diamonds and pursue the right amount of pressure and heat by constantly challenging ourselves. Rob also has salient advice for women entrepreneurs, which includes strong social connections. Rob is certain that to achieve success, we need to be intentionally flying our own FLAG. He explains what each letter in the word flag stands for foundational values, likes, aspirations, and growth as human beings.  To connect with Rob:Rob Tracz (@robtracz) • Instagram photos and videosFacebookhttps://robtracz.com/ Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 96Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Misha Sramova about empowering ambitious females to break free from outdated patterns. Misha Sramova is an Energy Coach, Sound Healer, and Mindset Coach with a mission to empower ambitious females to break free from outdated patterns, reclaim their time, and become the CEOs of their lives. Her role is to assist women in focusing on the factors that shape their reality, which are deeply rooted in their energetic frequency and subconscious beliefs. Misha's client list includes high-ranking individuals from prestigious Fortune 500 companies such as Hewlett Packard and Deloitte, as well as entrepreneurs who have experienced profound life and career changes under her guidance. Based in the beautiful city of Prague, Czech Republic, Misha continues to illuminate the path to intuitive success for all who seek her transformative teachings."Intuition is our inner voice or maybe the voice of our higher self. Something that also works subconsciously. It's not our analytical mind, but it's the opposite of that." Misha SramovaOn this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Misha likes to look at the energy fields of her clients' chakras to figure out what is blocked.Sound healing means working with energy with a frequency vibration, still the same logic behind it as with energy healing.Intuition plays a big role in our lives, as Misha points out. We can all practice our intuition by setting a certain intention, asking questions, listening to our emotions, and asking bigger questions to understand what our intuition tells us. Misha explains the four steps we can all take to tune into our intuition.  To connect with Misha:Misha Sramova | Energy coach & Sound healer 💫 (@mishaenergycoach) • Instagram photos and videosGet ready for your next step ✨🪶 (youtube.com)To join Misha on her Bali retreat, please check out the link below: https://mishaenergycoach.thrivecart.com/the-journey-retreat/Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 95Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest AmiLynne Carroll how to become more open and embrace change. AmiLynne Carroll, certified Holistic Practitioner & Holistic Life Coach, is a devoted and trusted Travel Partner supporting seekers worldwide, who wish to transcend the roller coaster of the human experience to rediscover the divine ebb and flow of Life. An author, speaker, and steadfast seeker herself, AmiLynne is dedicated to the healing, liberation, and awakening of all that lives. AmiLynne Carroll’s new book is Conversations of Consequence - Lessons From the Still Small Voice“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” RumiOn this Seeds of Sunshine episode: AmiLynne Carroll reminisces about how her father instilled the importance of having a structure, which she carried into adulthood.  Carroll went from a diagnosis of stage four cancer to becoming a certified spiritual development and life coach. Carroll embarked on this journey of transformation because, as Rumi pointed out in his wise reflection when we become wise we can change ourselves.Carroll believes that the universe conspires to help us achieve what we want.Looking at vicissitudes not as a verdict, but as an invitation. Self-awareness requires an S at the capitalization for the word self. To buy Carroll's new book, go to Amazon, or wherever books are sold:Conversations of Consequence: Lessons from the Still-Small Voice: Carroll, AmiLynne: 9798894092881: Amazon.com: BooksTo connect with AmiLynne:Homepage - Sacred Kaleidoscope Community (amilynnecarroll.com)(7) FacebookAmiLynne Carroll CHP, CHLC (@amilynnecarroll) • Instagram photos and videos Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 94Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Matthew Sanjari about finding your why in life. After a life-altering accident derailed his career and life, Matthew Sanjari spent much of the next decade overcoming chronic pain, depression, and a disability to become a serial entrepreneur and transformative figure in the business world. As the founder of PRIME Consulting, he leverages over 15 years of business ownership and public speaking experience to empower entrepreneurs and business leaders through coaching and consulting, focusing on pragmatic strategies for scaling businesses and achieving personal growth. With a track record of helping brands surpass their limits and a successful exit to his name, Matthew's holistic approach blends operational strategy with personal development, aiming to elevate clients from day-to-day operations to executive roles, he stays true to his motto: build people, build business.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Matthew Sanjari is a coach who helps his clients become the best version of themselves by giving them strategies that help them get unstuck.Matthew's three-step framework, which emphasizes the fact that everything can be automated, eliminated, or delegated is quite successful with his clients. By delegating other things in our lives we become more productive. Matthew also likes to use an exercise called the Five Whys. To connect with Mattew Sanjari:Matthew Sanjari (@matthewsanjari) • Instagram photos and videosPRIME Consulting - Business Coaching + Strategic Consulting (consultingbyprime.com)Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 93Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Tony Schmaltz how to be schmaltzy. Tony Schmaltz is a husband, father, author, speaker, trainer, coach, fisherman, and all around Schmaltzy guy. He puts his family first and has for the more than 21 years that he and his wife Anika have been together. His friends and colleagues know him as "Schmaltzy", a nickname he first attained on a trip to Germany at 17. The German definition of the word schmaltzy means "to be overly sappy or cheesy", like a joke is cheesy. Tony brings an energy and level of humor that makes his Schmaltzy nickname very fitting.Tony is passionate about helping people upgrade their lives in any area possible. Specializing in mindset, wealth creation, manifesting, relationships, and happiness, he will help you live the life of your dreams. Tony has shared live or virtual stages with Les Brown, Tom Ziglar, Steve Chandler, Waldo Waldman, Tana Goertz, Kevin Sorbo, and many more.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Schmaltz believes in leading people and not managing them. Our guest said that in his coaching career,  he discovered how to be schmaltzy, which means overly sappy and cheesy in German. Furthermore, he emphasizes that being our true selves is what truly matters. The worst phrase anybody can ever use is I give up.Being a people pleaser is one of the biggest challenges that most people in the world today face, and even more so in the United States and Schmaltz has a few solutions. To connect with Tony Schmaltz:https://www.tonyschmaltz.com/(7) FacebookTony Schmaltz (@tony.schmaltz) • Instagram photos and videosTony Schmaltz - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 92Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn more about Iraq and the Arabic culture from our guest Zaid Brifkani and his wonderful novel Waters Under Baghdad part of our book club conversation.  Dr. Zaid Brifkani is an American physician of Iraqi Kurdish descent. He specializes in dialysis and kidney transplantation with a lifelong passion for writing. His debut novel "The Mountains We Carry" was released in November 2021. He lives in Nashville with his wife and three children. Growing up in Iraq, Brifkani witnessed many traumatic experiences of war, migration, and political turmoil, which have highlighted his dedication to writing about the negative impact of wars and political struggles. “The Tigris River flowed through Baghdad, watering the seeds planted by all who claimed that Iraq belonged to them. But Iraq does not belong to anyone. They belong to Iraq.” – Dr. Zaid Brifkani, Waters Under Baghdad On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Dr. Brifkani discusses the political environment in Iraq and how Saddam Hussein was addicted to power. His novel looks at history through the lens of power and us vs. them. Learning about the correct history helps us empathize and be kinder to others. Being open-minded is also what helps us appreciate the beauty of other cultures.  Dr. Brifkani emphasizes that we are human beings before we are Americans or Iraqis. Religion was unfortunately being used to justify the greed for power.  To buy his books, go to: Amazon.com: Zaid Brifkani: books, biography, latest update To connect with Dr. Zaid Brifkani: Zaid Brifkani, MD د. زيد بريفكاني (@zaidbrifkani) • Instagram photos and videosFacebookSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 91Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Shanti Hershenson what it means to be passionate about life, writing, and achieving goals. Ever since Shanti Hershenson could hold a pencil, marker, or crayon, she created stories. Shanti’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade.Shanti lives in California with her parents, sister, and furry friends. Besides writing, she enjoys skateboarding, Beyblading, free-running, falconry, and, of course, reading. Shanti writes in a variety of genres, including Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Historical Fiction, although she mostly sticks to Sci-Fi. She advocates for anti-bullying, and you may find her at open mic nights, performing her spoken word poem Needles & Thorns, which is about the struggle of bullying in middle schools.On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Our 16-year-old author Shanti recounts how much she loved to read from a young age, which is why she wished to become an author herself to create books and stories.Shanti shares her greatest tip for becoming a prolific author, which is to write every single day 1000 words no matter what. Shanti writes whether she has something going on that day or not feeling well.Shanti published her first book when she was 12! It was a novella that she had written with a friend of hers.Shanti discusses the pros and cons of traditional vs. self-publishing. She prefers self-publishing because it’s a great way to get into the business and learn how everything works.Writing has made Shanti a much more confident person and a better speaker.Shanti has written stories about bullies and has empowered others. Shanti shares a few of her favorite books for teenagers, such as The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky. To buy Shanti’s books, go to her website:Author | Shanti Hershenson To connect with Shanti:Shanti Hershenson (@shantihershenson) • Instagram photos and videosShanti Hershenson (@shantiwhowrites) | TikTokShanti Hershenson (shantihershenson) - Profile | Pinterest Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 90Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Dr. Mort Orman what it takes to eliminate anger and stress from your lives.  Dr. Mort Orman, M.D. is an internal medicine physician and a 40-year anger elimination and stress elimination expert.  He has written 23 books on how to eliminate anger and stress without using drugs, relaxation exercises, or other traditional management techniques. He is the creator of the 10-session Angry No More anger elimination program and The Ultimate Stress Relief System and training program. Dr. Orman has led more than 100 anger and stress elimination workshops for doctors, nurses, lawyers, business owners, entrepreneurs, other professionals, the clergy, and even the F.B.I. His newest book Dr. Orman’s Life-Changing Anger Cure was released in March 2024. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Dr. Orman loves to help people understand how to stop getting angry, which he calls anger elimination.After going through the 10-session coaching program, Dr. Orman’s clients can eliminate their anger. Dr. Orman believes that it is the filters that cause the anger not the external situations that happen.A big myth is believing that you have a lot of anger and there's not much you can do about it.To receive a free anger elimination guide, go to: List Building Template Maria Gudelis (clickfunnels.com) To help spread the word about Dr. Orman’s Life-Changing Anger Curego to:HOME (docorman.lpages.co) To connect with Dr. Orman:(2) Facebook(30) Mort Orman, MD--Anger Elimination | LinkedInI Can't Believe I'm Not Angry Anymore - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 89Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Dr. John De Oca how to become a relationship expert. Dr. John De Oca is a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Coach residing in New Jersey. He offers more than 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry with his ultimate passion being in relationships. John strongly believes in personal insight and development to help his clients achieve their outcomes with a mind, body, and soul approach. John has worked with and studied with some of the most innovative coaches and therapists in the country. Clinically practicing aesthetic medicine allows John to work prudently and meticulously at his craft and passions. Importantly, like everyone else, John is a human being experiencing many of the things his clients are in his own life. He conscientiously works on his own development to achieve the best outcomes for himself and is passionate about doing the same for those working with him. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Most of Dr. De Oca's clients are single, and trying to get into a relationship. It is important to manage expectations and have a good level of insight and awareness to know what works for you and what doesn't, as well as what your wishes are in a relationship versus those around you.Dr. De Oca explains the pros and cons of meeting someone in person vs. online. Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge are some of the dating apps that Dr. De Oca helps his clients get on. Chemistry versus connection. Chemistry is that instantaneous spark. Connection is what we're building towards.His advice for teenagers when it comes to friendships and relationships is to take timeout from social media.To connect with John De Oca:HOME | The Relationship Pre (therelationshipprescriber.com)https://www.instagram.com/therelationshipprescriberSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 88Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Gloria Galloway why she wrote a YA novel about neuroblastoma cancer and why it’s important to strongly advocate for finding a cure for childhood cancer. Gloria Galloway is an author and a member of the Authors Guild and the Sacramento chapter of the California Writer’s Club. Gloria grew up in Sacramento within driving distance of the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains. A strong advocate for finding a cure for childhood cancer, Gloria wrote Amber’s Way, a triumphant YA novel about love, courage, and hope in the face of impossible odds. A percentage of the proceeds from Amber’s Way will be donated to the Children’s Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation, Bloomingdale, Illinois. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Gloria recalls that she started writing when she was about six - it was all in her head first. Gloria did copious research for her novel. Gloria shares her serendipitous story about a deer and how Amber, the heroine in her novel Amber’s Way, becomes friends with the deer. By writing Amber’s Way, Gloria learned so much about neuroblastoma, a devastating form of cancer.Gloria also made many connections with people who handled neuroblastoma and cancer itself, but also with search and rescue, and different hospitals with psychologists.Gloria talks and is a big believer in serendipity and writing Amber’s Way felt like magic. Gloria also believes that we can all overcome the imposter syndrome by believing fiercely in ourselves. In her case, she considers herself an ordinary woman who wants to write a good story.Through her YA novel and by living a life full of serendipity, Gloria’s goal is to help people understand neuroblastoma and bring attention to it. If this story has moved you, feel free to donate to the Children’s Neuroblastoma Cancer Foundation in Bloomingdale, Illinois.  To connect with Gloria Galloway:Gloria Galloway - Books     (gloriagallowayauthor.com)Gloria Galloway (@author_ambersway) • Instagram photos and videosFacebookSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 87Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Leigh Woolard why progress is better than perfection and how we can reprogram our minds toward success. Leigh Woolard lives in the UK and has been a business owner since 2006 working with global brands, entrepreneurs, and business owners to help them transform their businesses online and themselves as individuals. His personal journey fuels his passion for helping entrepreneurs and business owners. Overcoming bone cancer taught Leigh the power of what his thoughts were creating in the outside world. Leigh is on a mission to guide and support fellow business owners and entrepreneurs globally in creating a compelling vision for a business and life they would love and taking purposeful action to make it their reality. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Suppressing feelings does not serve us. Leigh learned how to express these things.Leigh thinks that perfection isn't actually real and this flawed belief may be holding us back. Perfection versus progress.Give that gift to somebody else and the space to make a mistake.Each one of us is capable of reprogramming our minds toward success.Leigh thinks that our thoughts create our feelings, our feelings create our actions, and our actions create our results. To connect with Leigh Woolard:Leigh Woolard - Transformational LeaderLeigh Woolard (@leighwoolard) • Instagram photos and videos(20) Leigh Woolard | LinkedInLeigh Woolard - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 86Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Lizbeth Meredith how to use the power of stories to affect change.  Lizbeth Meredith is an award-winning author, speaker, and online teacher and coach living in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Her memoir, Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters is now a Lifetime television movie, Stolen By Their Father. Lizbeth provides coaching for those grounded in grit, ready to turn their past challenges into their superpowers rather than merely “get through them.” She proudly served crime victims and offenders for 30 years in Alaska. In her off-time, she enjoys movies at the theater, talking with podcast guests at Persistence U with Lizbeth, and Facetime chats with her adult daughters and grand-pets. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Lizbeth used to live in Alaska for 50 years and she recently moved to Chattanooga, TennesseeLizbeth worked in the criminal justice system, as well as with trauma-informed care, and feels that life sort of chose her work. And sometimes all patients need is someone to believe in them to help turn things around.  Working with survivors of trauma helped Lizbeth get continuing education. She became a trauma-informed care trainer.Lizbeth is a firm believer that sharing our stories when the situation and the time is right is critical to healing, which is why she writes and does her podcast. In her new book Grounded in Grit: Turn Your Challenges Into Superpowers, Lizbeth talks about turning our challenges into superpowers. To connect with Lizbeth Meredith:(1) Facebook(9) Lizbeth Meredith | LinkedInLizbeth Meredith - YouTubeSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 85Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Lara Buelow how to plan your life with more clarity and more productivity.  As a certified coach and professional life designer, Lara Buelow is a catalyst for transformation. She specializes in guiding professional women through powerful career transitions, empowering them to become their most effective, fulfilled selves. Lara gets people unstuck, reignites their passions, and infuses her coaching with a contagious zest for life. A firm believer that joy and purpose should be integral to success, she advocates for having more fun, chasing your dreams, and rediscovering your sense of purpose.   On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: One of Buelow’s favorite books is 4000 Weeks by Oliver Burkeman, as it approaches modern life and productivity.She also highly recommends Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey.Buelow is a huge believer in getting a coach who can help redesign your life and then step into action. Clarity comes from taking action. It's not from overthinking or thinking about something all the time it's from taking that action and then gaining the confidence to move forward with the clarity that you're uncovering.To receive Lara Buelow’s actionable seeds of sunshine and schedule a complimentary call, please go to https://larabuelow.com/#session To purchase Lara Buelow’s upcoming book:Book | Lara Buelow To connect with Lara Buelow:(1)    Facebook(2) Coach LB | Lara Buelow (@larabuelow) • Instagram photos and videos(3) Lara Buelow - YouTube(4) (1) Lara Buelow, CPC | LinkedInSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 84Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest David Bush how to plan your life and position for success.  DAVID BUSH Author, Speaker, and Extraordinary Results Coach Through his coaching and motivational speaking, David inspires entrepreneurial leaders to design and live extraordinary lives. His passion for developing exceptional leaders and high-performance teams translates into a high-energy and powerful message that empowers individuals to live their dreams and change their world.  David guides leaders on an inspiring ride and he challenges them to get out of their COMFORT CAVES and become extraordinary CLIFF CLIMBERS in everything they do. Top industry leaders from across the nation have called on David to coach them and their teams to extraordinary levels of success and significance. On this Seeds of Sunshine episode: Bush explains that it’s important to know what you want in life and that he learned that from an early age. Everybody is in control of writing their own book.In his book, Live an Extraordinary Life: Six Commitments to Live Your Dreams & Change Your Life, David explains how to focus on what's above and beyond what's usual, regular, and customary, and begin to climb the mountain.Life is about getting out of a comfort zone and out of the stage of complacency. Bush encourages everyone to become a Cliff Climber by finding something meaningful that gets us out of the cave.Zig Ziglar the famous motivational speaker used to say that "fear is false evidence appearing real." To purchase David Bush’s book, please go to:Live An Extraordinary Life: Six Commitments to Live Your Dreams & Change Your World: Bush, David: 9781737989004: Amazon.com: Books To connect with David Bush:Free Planner - Signup - The Extraordinary LifeDavid Bush (@davidbush65) • Instagram photos and videos(6) FacebookDavid Bush - YouTubeDavid Bush - Owner - Extraordinary Results Coaching | LinkedInSupport the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]

Season 2, Episode 83Join your hosts Carmen and Sophia Micsa to learn from our guest Constantin Morun how to deepen our relationship with ourselves by looking inwards. Constantin is a passionate advocate of personal growth, self-discovery, and professional development with over 15 years of experience. Through his journey from a fear-ridden man hiding his authentic self to embracing vulnerability and authenticity, Constantin demonstrates that self-discovery can unlock the keys to personal and professional success. As a Holistic Life Empowerment Mentor & Coach, he inspires and empowers individuals on their unique journeys towards growth and self-discovery through both his professional and personal life, as well as his podcast, Unleash Thyself. Integrating his passion for technology, spirituality, and mentorship, Constantin helps individuals unlock their full potential, fostering a positive impact on the world around them. On this Seeds of Sunshine: Overcoming a fixed mindset that Constantin grew up with during communism just like myself, which is this idea that you don't necessarily learn from your mistakes. It's about hiding your mistakes, being punished for your mistakes, punishing yourself or others, and essentially putting people down if there are mistakes and something is not perfect. Now, Constantin adopts a growth mindset. Constantin talks about the difference between being resilient on the outside vs. true inner resilience. Working for Microsoft, Constantin found a way to merge technology with being present and mindful. At the end of the episode, Constantin has three seeds of sunshine that if practiced correctly will help us feel happier and more content. Give them a try!To connect with Constantin Morun:https://unleashthyself.com/Unleash Thyself - YouTube Support the showFull editing credit & art design to my daughter Sophia Micsa.  There are three ways to support our podcast:1.  You can become a monthly subscriber to our podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1999885/support to help us continue our journey of sprinkling as many seeds of sunshine your way. When you become a subscriber, we will also give you a shout-out on our next episode and promote your business! No strings attached and you can cancel at any time. 2. Please donate any amount at https://ko-fi.com/carmenmicsa. 3. To follow me on social media, buy my books, or contact me about real estate, please visit https://linktr.ee/carmenmicsa, or email me at [email protected]