OK Boomer Thomas Nance

Do you wake up with joy and excitement as you contemplate the day ahead of you, or would you describe your life as stagnant?  Are you running on a hamster wheel and feeling trapped?  Are you being called to do a little bit more? 
Are you simply surviving?  Or are you thriving?  Are you, as stated in the title to a Garth Brooks hit song, “Standing Outside the Fire?”
Our guest, Genesis Hick-Krey, asks us to reflect upon these questions, to be open to self-discovery, to reconsider where you might direct your life.  And she offers practical advice on how to start this transformational journey.  It’s not a fluff ‘n stuff approach to change.
 
Connect with Genesis:
Website: https://genesisspeaks.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genesisspeaks/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/genesishey
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genesisheykrick/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genesisheykrick/

Surf Therapy-  Say what?  Say yes to an alternative therapy that successfully treats PTSD, chronic pain, depression, grief, autism, and much more.  Say WOW to the International Surf Therapy Organization (ISTO) that brings together 133 surf therapy groups all over the world to serve hundreds of thousands of clients a year to get into the water, get on a surfboard, and get on with their lives.
This is part II of our conversation with ISTO's Chairman of the Board, Brian School.  Brian explains how their deliberate and analytical approach to surf therapy is a rapidly growing treatment that is changing lives.

Surf Therapy is growing alternative therapy for a multitude of afflictions, including PTSD, chronic pain, autism, depression, grief, among others.  Brian Schoo, Chairman of the Board of the International Surf Therapy Organization, explains the vision of this non-profit and how he and his team hope to improve the lives of people by "hanging ten."  Brian's passion for this effort is highlighted by his recent resignation from the Nestle company where he was a top executive involved with global logistics and then eventually developing The Thrive Network, a branch of Nestle dedicated to mental health.  Enjoy listening to how this young man who grew up in the Midwest is now catching waves and changing lives.

In Potpourri IV, a litany of literary gems await you.  
This edition includes these goodies: philosophy by Charles Schultz, an interview with a cat, advice on how NOT to ruin your life and so much more.
Let the eargasm begin.

My audio holiday gift to you is the story of "A Christmas Rifle."  Ralphie, in the movie A Christmas Story," cries when he almost shoots his eye out with his treasured Red Ryder.  I cried a bit when I read "A Christmas Rifle" in a Facebook post.  I doubt that you'll fare differently.  May the blessings of this season be upon you and your family and may they be shared with others.  Length: 12 minutes

What type of person interacts with United States presidents, military leaders from the U.S. and other countries, along with various dignitaries and leaders throughout Latin America?  Who briefs Colin Powell on Latin America events, has face-to-face meetings with the "Angel of Death," learns hostage escape tactics and reports on coup d'é·tats?  Someone in the CIA?  Possibly.  But it's also Joanna Esty, a barrier breaking courageous lady who for more than a couple of decades was a linchpin in Latin America as a civilian employee of the Defense Intelligence Agency.  This is part two of our conversation.