Conversations with Joan

Hearing the words, you have cancer, is a major fear for most people. A cancer diagnosis is shocking and scary – it can change your life and the lives of your loved ones in an instant. With so many questions and with a frightening road ahead, it’s often difficult to know what to do. Dr. Chadi Nabhan has decades of experience treating oncology patients. He discusses this complex disease and offers a compassionate guide to understanding a cancer diagnosis and treatment options. Dr. Nabhan is a board-certified hematologist and a medical oncologist who has authored or co-authored over 300 peer-reviewed manuscripts and abstracts. He is the creator and host of the weekly Healthcare Unfiltered podcast, and author of the book, The Cancer Journey: Understanding Diagnosis, Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Today, more than ever, it seems like people are emotionally charged – on edge ready for conflict. It is so easy to get caught up in that energy. According to Dr. Christian Conte, anger is natural and we’re not wrong or bad for feeling it, but it can lead to acting impulsively, with regrettable consequences. Dr. Conte discusses how we can deal with anger and inflamed emotions. Dr. Conte is a licensed professional counselor, a certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and a certified Level V Anger Management Specialist. He was the resident therapist on VH1’s Family Therapy, co-host of USA Network’s The Secret Life of Kids, and co- host of Spike TV’s Coaching Bad with football Hall of Famer, Ray Lewis. He is the author of the book, Walking Through Anger A New Design for Confronting Conflict in an Emotional Charged World. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

It’s not easy raising children. Just when you think everything is on track, the unpredictable will happen. Whether it’s a child facing an illness, bullying, or academic struggles, how can parents navigate challenges when life doesn’t go as planned? Allison Carmen offers parents a powerful and uplifting tool called the "maybe mindset" to help them navigate the unknown with greater ease and renewed hope. She discusses the gift of maybe and how it can help us maintain a positive outlook. Allison is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and podcaster. Her new audiobook is Maybe Everything is Okay: A Parent's Guide to Less Stress and Worry. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Many people believe that there is more to life than what they’re experiencing, but they don’t know how to attain what they want because they’re caught up in a loop of limiting beliefs, or stuck as the result of past wounds. Sylvester McNutt believes that we can achieve whatever we want by letting go of what no longer serves us. He discusses ways to heal wounds, break free from limiting beliefs, and unlock our potential. Sylvester is a self mastery coach and author. His new book is, Live the Life You Deserve: How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You and Embody Your Highest Self. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

ADHD often goes undiagnosed in older adults and very few resources focus on age 55 plus. According to Dr. Kathleen Nadeau, there are steps adults with ADHD can take to reclaim control and lead calmer, happier, more productive lives. She discusses how we can create a more ADHD friendly lifestyle. Dr. Nadeau is founder and clinical director of the largest private ADHD specialty clinic in the United States and author of many books including her newest, Still Distracted After All These Years: Help and Support for Older Adults with ADHD. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Deaths, hospitalizations, and emergency room visits due to medication or drug overdose, have become a growing public health concern. Getting sober and staying in recovery is a challenge for many. William Cope Moyers understands both sides of the problem. William was an addict and alcoholic who turned his life around and has now worked for over 28 years at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. He discusses his addiction journey and why there is more to recovery than simply staying sober. William is the vice president of public affairs and community relations at the Hazelden Betty Ford. He was a journalist for CNN, and is the son of journalist and former White House Press Secretary, Bill Moyers, and journalist, Judith Moyers. William has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, and National Public Radio. His work has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Newsweek. He has written four books, including Broken: My Story of Addiction and Redemption. His new book is, Broken Open: What Painkillers taught Me About Life and Recovery. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Every day it feels like we are becoming more and more divided. Many people spend time picking fights rather than communicating or solving problems. In a world that’s becoming exhausting and exasperating, how can we learn to come together? Diana McLain Smith believes that we must not give up on each other or give in to forces that tear us apart. She talks about how we can deepen our relationships, improve communication, and bridge divides. Diana is a thought leader who has led change efforts in some of the most iconic businesses. She developed a novel approach that has been used around the world to turn conflict into a powerful force for change. Diana is the author of Divide or Conquer and The Elephant in the Room. Her new book is Remaking the Space Between Us: How Citizens Can Work Together to Build a Better Future for All. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

The gut microbiome plays a key role in our overall health and well-being. Researchers are now beginning to understand just how massive a part it plays. One such researcher is Dr. Sabine Hazan. a gastroenterologist and microbiome expert whose work has shown the connection between gut health and disease. She discusses the complexities of gut health and what we can do to manage and optimize health. Dr. Hazan has published articles in numerous prestigious medical journals, and is the Series Editor on the microbiome for Practical Gastroenterology, a peer-reviewed journal. She is the CEO of Ventura Clinical Trials, where she has 20+ years experience leading clinical trials for cutting-edge research on various medical issues and has done over 300 clinical trials for pharmaceutical companies. She is also the founder & CEO of Progenabiome, a genetic sequencing research laboratory. She leads 35+ studies investigating the role of the gut flora in various diseases. Since March, 2020, Dr. Hazan has been at the forefront of COVID-19 research. Through their study exploring the role of the gut flora in COVID-19, Progenabiome became the first lab worldwide to detect SARS-CoV-2 from patient fecal samples by whole genome sequencing, and the lab that showed a susceptibility marker for COVID in the microbiome. Dr. Hazan is mastering familial fecal transplant showing hope for kids with Autism. She created The Malibu Microbiome meeting where physicians who perform fecal transplant can discuss their findings freely. She is a coauthor of, Let's Talk Shit: Disease, Digestion and Fecal Transplants. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you know how challenging it can be. We are constantly looking for easy, effective ways to take off the pounds and keep them off. According to Dr. Neal Barnard, certain foods actually cause weight loss, like a weight-loss medication without a prescription. He discusses the power foods diet, which he contends results in easy weight loss, with no calorie counting and no portion limits. Dr. Barnard is an adjunct faculty member of the George Washington University School of Medicine and president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, where he heads a research team investigating scientific issues in nutrition and health. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes, Power Foods for the Brain, The 21-Day Weight-Loss Kickstart, and Your Body in Balance, among many others. His new book is, The Power Foods Diet: The Breakthrough Plan That Traps, Tames, and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weight Loss. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

After a traumatic past, which includes kidnapping and physical, emotional and sexual abuse, Doug Dane beat the odds stacked against him to find happiness and success in his own life. Doug’s work is inspired by the steps he took to overcome the typical trajectory for someone in his shoes. He discusses ways to help us break into a new life, no matter what we may have experienced. Doug is a mindset mentor, speaker, mental health advocate, and author of Mistaken Identity: A Guide to Letting Go Of A Past That’s Holding You Back. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Millennials are opting for prenups in record numbers compared to previous generations. They are also more likely to simultaneously plan for divorce while preparing for their wedding, essentially assuming that it won’t last. But what if you could take preemptive action to have one of the marriages that does last? Dr. Frieda Birnbaum says that an emotional prenup, the often-unnoticed emotional investment, is the key to a successful marriage! She discusses how to navigate difficult topics to avoid conflict and divorce. Dr. Birnbaum is a research psychologist, radio and television personality, and author of the book, Life Begins at 60. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Despite our changing world, the majority of leaders still utilize a command and control style of leadership. But according to Stephen M. R. Covey, the old “command and control” model is no longer conducive to organizational success. He discusses a leadership style that he contends will allow for increased productivity and improved company culture. Stephen is the New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Speed of Trust, which has been translated into 22 languages and has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. He is also the author of Trust & Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others. Stephen is the former president and CEO of the Covey Leadership Center. He co-founded and currently leads Franklin Covey’s Global Speed of Trust Practice, and serves on numerous boards, including the Government Leadership Advisory Council. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Joy is one of our basic needs, and yet it eludes many. When we experience life’s challenges and turmoil it may difficult to live in joy. Grace Harry learned how to see her pain as a gift that created a pathway for joy. She discusses how we find joy, re-discover it, and incorporate it into our daily lives. Grace worked for 30 years as a music industry executive at Island Def Jam and Jive Records. Today, she helps people welcome joy back into their lives. Her new book is The Joy Strategist: Your Path to Inner Change. Follow CYACYL:Website: www.cyacyl.comDigital: www.cyacyl.com/digitalUpcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/showsFacebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlifeMusic: www.purple-planet.com

Often, those who suffer from anxiety either exhaust themselves trying to cure it or they resign themselves to a lifetime of fear and worry. But according to Dr. David Rosmarin, instead of fighting anxiety, we can learn to turn it into a strength. He discusses how we can use anxiety as a tool to be more self-aware, self-accepting, and resilient. Dr. Rosmarin is the founder of the Center for Anxiety, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, and director of the McLean Hospital Spirituality and Mental Health Program. He is a clinical innovator in the treatment of anxiety, a board-certified clinical psychologist, and a peer-reviewed scholar. He is the author of the book, Thriving with Anxiety: 9 Tools to Make Your Anxiety Work for You. Follow CYACYL:Website: www.cyacyl.comDigital: www.cyacyl.com/digitalUpcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/showsFacebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlifeMusic: www.purple-planet.com

Just about everyone has had an experience that has led to wondering if there’s a way forward. Sometimes it’s so devastating that you can’t see a path no matter how hard you try. According to Dr. Ken Druck, it’s not always clear how to go on. And that’s okay! He offers a guide for when we find ourselves feeling lost, uncertain, or even terrified about the road ahead. Dr. Druck is one of the nation's leading grief and resilience experts. Since losing his own daughter in a tragic accident, and later working with families after 9/11, Sandy Hook, and Columbine, he has dedicated his life to helping others learn how to face hardships and navigate life’s daily ups and downs. Dr. Druck is a best selling author of more than a dozen books, a recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Contribution to Psychology award, and a speaker. He is often featured in national press. His new book is, How We Go On: Self-Compassion, Courage, and Gratitude on the Path Forward. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

In today’s world, bullying and aggressive behavior is becoming increasingly prevalent. It’s easy to dismiss bullies as jerks, hateful or evil. But according to Bill Eddy, LCSW, JD, only by understanding how their personalities work can people effectively intervene with adult bullying behavior. He explains how bullies manipulate others and what we can do to overcome their power. Bill is chief innovation officer of the High Conflict Institute based in San Diego, California. He trains lawyers, judges, mediators, and therapists in managing high-conflict family, workplace and legal disputes. He is the author of over 20 books and manuals and has a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com. Bill is the author of the new book, Our New World of Adult Bullies: How to Spot Them – How to Stop Them. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

To combat negative life events, we need resilience. But what is resilience and how do we get it? Sally Baker offers a guide to developing a deeper understanding of how we can successfully emerge from life’s inevitable challenges. She discusses strategies to help us re-assess unhealthy coping mechanisms so we can gain resilience from the inside out. Sally is a therapist who began her training working with women survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. She is the coauthor of Seven Simple Steps to Stop Emotional Eating and How to Feel Differently About Food. Her new book is, The Getting of Resilience from the Inside Out: A Practical Guide to Learning Resilience at Any Age, No Matter Your Upbringing. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Sometimes it may feel like the world is becoming more and more divisive. Many people today feel disconnected and lonely and they’re seeking love and connection. Renowned mindfulness teacher, Henry Shukman, provides a way to healing based on four "inns" of practice —Mindfulness, Support, Absorption, and Awakening. He talks about how we use our wounds as a pathway to love. Henry teaches mindfulness and awakening practices. His struggles and traumatic experiences as a youth, combined with a spontaneous awakening experience at age 19, paved the way for him to develop a well-rounded approach to spirituality. His new book is, Original Love: The Four Inns on the Path of Awakening. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Paul Weigel trained for and completed an Ironman triathlon within six months of finishing chemotherapy. He talks about how to cling to the joy in life, no matter the odds. According to Paul, if you believe in the impossible, the incredible can come true. Paul is a six-time Ironman triathlete, college professor, and author of Iron Dad, A Cancer Survivor’s Story of Discovering Strength, Life, and Love Through Fatherhood. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

Lorna Byrne has been seeing and talking to Angels since she was a baby. She returns to the show to offer us a unique insight into the angelic help that is around us and available to us all the time. As Lorna says, "All you have to do is ask." Lorna is a spiritual teacher, international bestselling author, and philanthropist. She has dedicated her life to reminding humanity of the spiritual potential within us all. Lorna is the author of seven best-selling books, including Angels in My Hair, A Message of Hope from the Angels, and is founder of the Lorna Byrne Children’s Foundation, and the Seraph Foundation. Lorna has been featured worldwide by CNN, NBC Today, BBC, The London Times, The Economist, and many others. Also in this episode, Dr. Christopher Awwad discusses men's health. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com