A Quest for Well-Being

Valeria Teles interviews Marinda Freeman — the author of The Grief Train: A Healing Journey of Love, Loss and Renewal Marinda is a life-long spiritual student of many religions and disciplines. She has been a licensed spiritual counselor and teacher for over 20 years. Her book, The Grief Train, was the result of her personal exploration of grief after her husband died unexpectedly of a heart attack. She started a blog to write about her process and discovered that friends found solace and inspiration in reading her blog. Over a five-year period of studying grief as an emotion and mourning as a ritual and process, Marinda discovered the mourning etiquette of the 1800's that we no longer know or follow. She wrote her book in order to provide a gentle, spiritual, non-religious approach to grief as a way to help others. "I discovered after writing The Grief Train, that it was really an exploration of the meaning of death, of loss", Marinda says. "What did my husband's death mean? What does widow mean?" Marinda has had a successful event design business for 35 years. She is passionate about creating community and connection – the true purpose of every event. Marinda designs events that bring people together – where they feel comfortable, inspired, and at ease in connecting with others. She helps her clients think differently about their events for greater success – and to create not just results but memories. "For me, it's all about creating beauty – what the event looks like, and more importantly what it FEELS like. I create beauty everywhere – in the home, the garden, and in the food I prepare." Altars are another way to create beauty. It could be an entryway arrangement signaling welcome, peace is here; or an altar designed for a meditation space, or to honor the loss of a loved one, or used more formally as a ritual, as explained in the book. Food is another life-long passion of Marinda's. As a chef, she has taught cooking classes, developed recipes, and was Executive Director of Martha Stewart's catering business. As her husband Mike, was also a chef, she had to include recipes in her book. Marinda has lived in beautiful Marin County, California since 1991 and raised her daughter, Esther, there. To learn more about Marinda Freeman and her work please visit: https://www.thegrieftrain.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

Valeria Teles interviews Robert Hamilton Owens — the author of Beyond Average: Developing Yourself Through The 20x Principle Robert is a man of many hats. He's been and done a lot – mountain climbing, radio and TV personality, keynote speaker, minister, Ironman, philanthropist, triathlete, Special Ops Pararescueman, and father of five – to name a few. But of all the pursuits he's undertaken, there's one title that best describes this literal force of nature: Robert is The Fittest 66-Year-Old in the World. Period. For more than 25 years, Robert has been speaking before audiences as large as 50,000, from San Diego to Moscow on motivational and leadership topics. His past clients include the Navy SEALs, New York Jets, The Baltimore Ravens, The Philadelphia Eagles, South African Parliament, the Vietnamese Department of Foreign Affairs, and the Philippines Joint Chiefs of Staff. He's been invited to address the South African Parliament, and has made five trips teaching officials in the Vietnamese Department of Foreign Affairs. During 22 of those years, he hosted the regional Fox network television program "Leadership for Changing Times" in Reno, Nevada where, by two separate Governor's appointments, he also served for eight years on the Nevada State Judicial Ethics Committee. While it takes extraordinary physical condition to be in the Air Force Special Ops or to best the many Ironmans he's bested, Robert will readily affirm that success in these physical endeavors – and in life in general – is as much a matter of will and mental attitude as it is physical conditioning. When most have long since slowed as they approach their golden years, The Fittest 66-Year-Old in the World continues to routinely take on unprecedented challenges, and to help others see what can be achieved in their own lives. To learn more about Robert Owens and his work please visit: https://www.roberthamiltonowens.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

Laarkmaa is a loving group of interstellar beings who contacted Pia Orleane and Cullen Smith many years ago. They define themselves as "one of six and six of one", meaning that they have both individual aspects and unified consciousness. Using the Pleiades as a base for helping humanity, they communicate with Cullen and Pia, heart to heart, through the energy of love. Messages from Laarkmaa help us sow the seeds of conscious choice for change. With integrity, grace, love and generosity of heart, Laarkmaa provides the keys to our own freedom and gives guidance for aligning with universal truth. It is time for humans to step into planetary and galactic responsibility—and it all begins within each one of us, in every choice we make. Together, in powerful amplification of what we create individually, we weave threads of conscious intention and loving choice to create a beautiful tapestry of manifested reality that will carry us into the New Earth. Valeria Teles interviews Pia Orleane and Cullen Smith. The authors of Pleiadian Earth Energy Astrology: Charting the Spirals of Consciousness Pia Orleane, Ph.D. is a former practicing psychologist, a respected intuitive, astrologer, and the author of the Nautilus Gold award-winning book Sacred Retreat–Using Natural Cycles to Recharge Your Life. She is co-author with Cullen Baird Smith of the Wisdom From the Stars series. Trained in archeology and anthropology, Cullen Baird Smith is an empathic intuitive who has been accessing parallel realms of love and light since childhood. He is co-author with Pia Orleane of the COVR Award-winning book Pleiadian-Earth Energy Astrology- Charting the Spirals of Consciousness; Conversations With Laarkmaa–A Pleiadian view of the New Reality; and Remembering Who We Are–Laarkmaa's Guidance on Healing the Human Condition. To learn more about Pia Orleane and Cullen Smith and they work please visit: https://www.laarkmaa.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

— There is only one solution to unhappiness – engaging in the process by which separation is undone and perfect oneness is restored. Valeria Teles interviews Dr. Jon Mundy. Dr. Jon is an author, lecturer, the publisher of Miracles magazine and Director of the Miracles Studies Program for All Faiths Seminary in New York City. He taught courses in Philosophy and Religion from 1967 to 2008 at the New School University and the State University of New York specializing in The History of Mysticism. The author of 10 books, his newest book is A Course in Mysticism and Miracles His previous book, Living A Course in Miracles has become a perennial best-seller and now exists in 8 languages. He has also produced 149 YouTube presentations on A Course in Miracles. Jon met Dr. Helen Schucman the scribe of A Course in Miracles in 1973. Helen introduced Jon to the Course and served as his counselor till she became ill in 1980. He also appears on occasion as Dr. Baba Jon Mundane, a standup philosopher comedian. To learn more about Dr. Jon Mundy and her work please visit: https://www.miraclesmagazine.org/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

— "A Goddess is a woman who emerges from deep within herself. She is a woman who has honestly explored her darkness and learned to celebrate her light. She is a woman who is able to fall in love with the magnificent possibilities within her. She is a woman who knows of the magic and mysterious places inside her, the sacred places that can nurture her soul and make her whole. She is a woman who radiates light. She is magnetic." — unknown Valeria Teles interviews Candy Leigh — the author of Finding Life In Between: A Journal From Me To You Candy Leigh is the president and owner of Candy Leigh Coaching, LLC. She spent the majority of her career in the financial services industry for a Fortune 500 company, most notably developing diversity and inclusion leadership programs. Candy also spent many years consulting with and coaching sales executives and leaders across the nation. After a successful corporate career Candy branched out on her own. She decided to pursue her dream of writing and coaching and advocating for individuals. As a coach, Candy encourages all individuals to stand in their truth and create their own narratives. She believes that when we can honestly share our authentic selves in safe spaces, not only do we show up as better employees/spouses/partners, we ultimately open ourselves up to leading more fulfilling lives. Her personal mission is to help and motivate women to stand in their truth and live authentic lives. To learn more about Candy Leigh and her work please visit: https://candyleigh.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

— "Integrity means there is no gap between what you say and what you do." Says Michael Massucci Valeria Teles interviews Michael — the author of Elite Journey books: An Elite Journey: A Young Man's Leadership Story — An Elite Journey II: The First Task of Leadership. Coach Michael Massucci is also a President of AEO: Leadership LLC. The values of Attitude-Excellence-Others (AEO) are the core of his mission and message. Using the principles from his books, Coach Massucci currently advises student-athletes, coaches, athletic departments, and organizations. Coach Massucci is a graduate of Central Michigan University, where he earned a major in history, a minor in reading, and a professional coaching certificate. He later earned his master's degree from Oakland University in Reading and Language Arts. Coach Massucci has completed the Galileo Leadership Program, is certified in the Steven Covey Leadership Program, trained by the Disney Leadership Institute, and is a facilitator of Restorative Practices. A former 20-year varsity basketball coach, Michael is currently employed by Bloomfield Hills Schools, where he teaches American History, instructs a Mindset Class, and facilitates a leadership seminar, which hosts successful people from all walks of life. To learn more about Michael Massucci and his work please visit: https://www.michaelmassucci.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

— "The moment you believe in yourself and how much you matter, is the moment you become unstoppable!" – Michelle Nelson-Schmidt Valeria Teles interviews Michelle — she is the author of The Whatif Monster Chapter Book Series Michelle Nelson-Schmidt has been an author/illustrator since 2011 when her first two books, Dogs, Dogs! And Cats, Cats! were released. She has since published fifteen additional books for children. She's currently creating a series of early reader chapter books based on her most popular picture book, Jonathan James and the Whatif Monster. Michelle travels the country extensively during the school year visiting schools with a goal to talk to as many children in this country as she can to share her message of dreaming big and attaining your goals through hard work and perseverance. Michelle strives to create books for children that will make them feel safe, loved, and to help them understand how very much they matter to this world. Her books are filled with inclusion and diversity so that as many children as possible will see themselves within her books. Since 2011, she has spoken in schools, libraries, and community centers in 43 states, visited over 1000 schools and spoken with over a million children. She's a tireless advocate of literacy and empowering children through books. With hundreds of thousands of books sold, she is one of her publisher's best selling authors. To learn more about Michelle Nelson-Schmidt and her work please visit: https://mnscreative.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

— Brilliance Is A Decision It's Time to Disrupt Your Current Reality and... Experience Your Shift Into Brilliance Simon T. Bailey's work is our roadmap, our call to action; our opportunity to create accelerated results professionally, personally, and financially. It is time for us to turn every day into a brilliant breakthrough. Valeria Teles interviews Simon T. Bailey — the author of Shift Your Brilliance: Harness the Power of You Simon equips companies with the tools necessary to effect cultural transformation resulting in higher employee engagement and platinum customer service experiences. He challenges individuals to dig deep to find and release their inner brilliance and become Chief Breakthrough Officers - personally and professionally. Simon has been named one of the top 25 people who will help you reach your business and life goals by SUCCESS magazine, joining a list that includes Brene Brown, Tony Robbins and Oprah Winfrey. He is the author of ten books including his most recent release, Be the SPARK: Five Platinum Service Principles for Creating Customers for Life. His courses on Lynda.com, Building Business Relationships, Finding a Sponsor, and Leading Through Relationships, have been viewed by thousands of people worldwide. His Goalcast video has over 87+ million views. To learn more about Simon T. Bailey and his work please visit: https://www.simontbailey.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

Valeria Teles interviews Mary Obana — the of Shine: A Simple Guide to Finding Your Light and Letting It Shine On The World A businesswoman turned spiritual author, inspirational speaker, podcast host, and intuitive guide. After graduating from Stanford University, Mary spent over 30 years in business, working for Fortune 500 companies and running 2 technology companies of her own. Underneath her professional persona, few knew that she was on a very personal spiritual journey, seeking answers to questions such as what am I here to do? What is this life experience all about? Why am I here? Then, in January 2020, something remarkable happened. It all began somewhere over the Pacific Ocean as she and her husband were traveling from the United States to Australia for a long-awaited trip. As she started writing in her journal, messages started coming to her in the most unexpected and extraordinary way. Just days later, the answers to her most pressing questions poured through her, in the form of a beautiful book: Shine! A #1 Amazon New Release. Shine's simple message of love, hope, and purpose revealed what she had wanted to know for so long. Through Shine, she found—she remembered—who she was always meant to be. She discovered her light. And it is now her calling to share this beautiful message so others can find their own light and share it with the world. Mary hosts a podcast called "Shine with Mary Obana" which is devoted to helping people get unstuck so they can live with all the joy, love, fulfillment and peace they are meant to have so they can live the life they are meant to live. To learn more about Mary Obana and her work please visit: https://www.maryobana.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

— Dr. Shannon South work is for spiritually-minded entrepreneurs or those wanting to start their own business and achieve their highest potential. By using the wisdom and time-tested approaches of Spiritual Psychology, Dr. Shannon guides you through the 3 stages of consciousness and how to align with the strengths of these for maximum abundance, joy and success! Valeria Teles interviews Dr. Shannon South — the author of Grow Your Business By Growing You: The Spiritual Entrepreneurs Guide To Maximum Abundance, Joy And Success Dr. Shannon D. South, aka the "Joy Doctor", is an award winning therapist, an amazon best-selling author, and an inspirational speaker. As an expert in the field of spirituality and healing trauma for over 20 years, she knows how to assist people in finding wholeness and joy naturally. In 1994, Shannon had a spiritual experience during meditation that healed her debilitating anxiety and depression permanently. Since this transformative experience, Shannon has helped thousands of clients connect to their most loving, abundant and joy-filled selves. Shannon is the founder of the Ignite! programs and Grow Your Business by Growing You Breakthrough Day! She is a sought out, international trainer and coach helping spiritually-minded entrepreneurs breakthrough what is standing in their way from abundance, joy and success! Shannon loves dancing, being in nature, and a rowdy game of volleyball. For a free discovery call to see how she can help align you with your highest potential, go to drshannonsouth.com To learn more about Dr. Shannon South and her work please visit: https://drshannonsouth.com/ — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life to the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.