FLAME with Brad Hook

After the deaths of two husbands, as well as many family members and friends, Emily Thiroux Threatt has much experience in the grieving process and has learned to face life with love, optimism, and joy. Her books include the bestselling The Grief and Happiness Handbook (https://www.griefandhappiness.com/⁠) and Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief (⁠https://lovingandlivingyourwaythroughgrief.com/⁠). She created The Grief and Happiness cards and is the host of the Grief and Happiness Podcast. She facilitates weekly online gatherings of the Grief and Happiness Alliance, where people dealing with loss write together and learn happiness practices. In this episode, Emily shares her journey of grief and how writing has been a powerful tool for healing. She started a writing group to help others navigate their grief and eventually turned it into a podcast and online community. Emily emphasizes the importance of community and support in the grieving process. Writing allows individuals to express and complete their stories, providing a sense of closure. She also discusses the challenges of decision-making in grief and the need for open communication. In this conversation, Emily Thiroux Threatt shares her insights on grief and happiness. She discusses the different ways people can die and the importance of taking responsibility. Emily also talks about the power of saying yes to opportunities and how it can lead to a happier life. She emphasizes the need for authentic and meaningful support for those who are grieving and provides practical suggestions for offering help. Emily highlights the role of gratitude in dealing with loss and encourages living fully in the present moment. She concludes by emphasizing the importance of savoring life and honoring loved ones. - - - - - - Meet the host, Brad Hook, here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bradhook/⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/bradleyhook⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyhook/

Dr. Tom Ingegno, DACM, LAC, is the best-selling author of The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing (⁠https://thecuppingbook.com⁠). Dr. Tom owns and operates Charm City Integrative Health (⁠https://charmcityintegrative.com⁠), a multifaceted clinic NYT bestseller and futurist David Houle called the "Future of Medicine." His clinic provides a multidimensional approach to reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and regulating the immune system to help people thrive. In addition to nearly a quarter century of clinical experience, Dr. Tom has taught at two universities of East Asian Medicine and served as Chair of the Maryland Board of Acupuncture. In this episode, he shares his background and motivation for exploring traditional practices. Cupping therapy involves creating a vacuum on the skin to stimulate blood circulation and promote healing. Dr. Tom explains the mechanism behind cupping and its potential benefits for pain relief, digestive disorders, and respiratory conditions. He also discusses the safety and accessibility of cupping, including its use as a preventative measure. The resurgence of interest in traditional practices is attributed to a desire for holistic well-being and a shift towards proactive healthcare. Dr. Tom highlights the sophistication of ancient medical practices and the valuable knowledge they offer. In this conversation, Dr. Tom Ingegno discusses the misconceptions of Chinese medicine and highlights its effectiveness in treating various health conditions. He emphasizes the importance of health practices such as meditation, exercise, and diet modification in making a significant impact on one's well-being. Dr. Tom also introduces the concept of health stacks, which involve combining synergistic therapies to enhance their benefits. He shares insights on investing in personal health and the role of acupuncture in reducing inflammation and regulating the immune system. The conversation concludes with a reminder to explore traditional therapies and not dismiss them without consideration. - - -- - - Meet the host, Brad Hook, here: ⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bradhook/⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/bradleyhook⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyhook/

Joel Gandara shares his journey from growing up in a communist country to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He faced numerous challenges along the way, but with the help of mentors and a resilient mindset, he was able to overcome setbacks and build a thriving business. Joel emphasizes the importance of leadership and creating a culture of trust and empowerment. He also highlights the significance of physical fitness for mental performance. Joel's 31 Daily Challenges program helps individuals improve their lives in various areas over the course of 31 days. In this conversation, Joel Gandara discusses the importance of taking care of your mental and physical health. He shares insights from his book, '31 Days to Become a Better Man,' and explains how his program helps individuals develop good habits. He also highlights the significance of purpose and values in driving daily habits. Joel's wife, Jessica Gendara, is mentioned, and her book, 'It's My Turn: 31 Daily Challenges for Women,' is discussed. The conversation concludes with Joel's advice on raising resilient children and taking action in life. www.31DailyChallenges.com instagram.com/joelgandara - - -- - - Meet the host, Brad Hook, here: ⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bradhook/⁠ X: ⁠https://twitter.com/bradleyhook⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyhook/

Niki Norlock is an author and filmmaker known for her 2015 documentary Beyond Strength. In this episode, she shares her personal journey of transformation and how she found faith and purpose in her life. She discusses the power of asking the divine for help and the unexpected ways in which guidance came to her. Niki talks about her experience writing a book in the Philippines and the process of creating a documentary based on her book. She emphasizes the importance of truth and the need to listen and learn from different cultures and belief systems. Niki also discusses the shift in consciousness happening in the world and the power of the younger generations to bring about positive change. She shares tips on applying alchemy daily and encourages listeners to focus on gratitude and positivity. Niki concludes by discussing her future projects and the importance of following one's inner guidance. Takeaways Asking the divine for help can lead to unexpected guidance and transformation. Writing and documenting personal experiences can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and healing. Truth is subjective, and there is much to learn from different cultures and belief systems. The younger generations have the power to bring about positive change and create a better future. Applying alchemy in everyday life involves shifting mindset, focusing on gratitude, and positively surrounding oneself. Connect with Niki Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/feenxrising/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feenxrising/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feenxrising X: https://twitter.com/feenxrising LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikijnorlockfeenxrising/ You Tube: https://youtube.com/feenxrising - - -- - - Meet the host, Brad Hook, here: https://bradleyhook.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradhook/ X: https://twitter.com/bradleyhook LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyhook/

John Wayne S. III (JW), a masterful storyteller, producer, and director whose career spans over two captivating decades in entertainment. JW's narrative prowess seamlessly intertwines film and music, resulting in an extraordinary ability to craft stories that leave audiences spellbound. In this session we discuss: Filmmaking Staying Focused Rebounding Living your life outside of career Finding out what is important to you Visit https://londyntownpictures.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wayne-s-iii-747ab67/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/johnwaynesiii/ - - - Meet the host, Brad Hook, at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

Gina Kunadian is a devoted wife, loving mother, certified massage therapist, and a dedicated women’s alcohol-free sobriety coach. Her life's mission revolves around guiding women to break free from the shackles of alcohol dependency, enabling them to realize and live their fullest potential. As the host of the podcast "Shine Within," Gina shares inspiration and transformative insights that cultivate unwavering confidence, clarity, and vitality in her listeners. Having personally triumphed over alcoholism, she's deeply passionate about championing others on their journey towards sobriety. Gina's unique "Transformation SHINE Process" provides steadfast support, illuminating the path of recovery and self-rediscovery for many. RESOURCES Gina's Website Listeners Gift: 6-Step Blueprint To An Alcohol-Free Life FB Group: Awakened Souls: Women Embracing Sobriety & Spiritual Wholeness Podcast: Shine Within w/ Gina Kunadian SOCIAL MEDIA: YouTube Facebook Instagram TikTok LinkedIn

Chantal Landreville is the author of "Raise Your Love Signal" (https://raiseyourlovesignal.com/book-landing-page/) and a certified love and relationship coach with over two decades of experience in personal growth and human connection. Her mission is to help individuals discover the path to authentic and lasting love, and she is dedicated to empowering us with the knowledge and tools needed to create healthy, fulfilling relationships. In this session we discuss: Why people struggle with dating and relationships Finding love later in life Effective communication Common misconceptions about love and relationships Her new book Connect with Chantal at: www.raiseyourlovesignal.com Instagram @chantal.landreville Meet the host, Brad Hook, at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

Noah Healy is a market designer and game theorist working on better economic systems. After training in nuclear engineering he worked for tech startups at the peak of the dot com boom. Becoming fascinated by the mathematics of information and computation led to patent work on a better commodity market design. In this podcast we discuss: Market design Applied superintelligence Commodities Game Theory Ethics Contact Noah on noahphealy@yahoo.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-healy/ Website: http://coordisc.com/ and his whitepaper is here: https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.229/246.5fc.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/CDM_whitepaper.pdf Meet the host, Brad Hook, at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

Nick Goblirsch is a change management powerhouse, transitioning from an HR executive to a passionate entrepreneur. His inspiring journey encourages others to embrace change, discover purpose, and break free from discontented lives. Through extensive professional experience - and more importantly - the story of his own breaking point, Nick equips individuals to discover their best next steps when it comes to creating a stable, fulfilled life. Meet Nick on the Buckets of Change Podcast or on LinkedIn. We discuss: Overcoming Fear: Making Significant Career Changes Embracing Mindfulness and Spirituality with Personal Change Defining Self-Worth on Your Own Terms and much more! Meet the host, Brad Hook, at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jonny Thomson is a philosopher and writer. His first book, Mini Philosophy, is an international bestseller and has been translated into 22 languages. He taught in Oxford for more than ten years before working full-time as a Staff Writer at Big Think. Be sure to follow Jonny's excellent @philosophyminis Instagram profile. In this podcast episode, we discuss: The power and importance of philosophy What common themes are found in Philosophy What philosophies can change your life and much more! Meet the host, Brad Hook, at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bradleyhook.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠