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  • S2E23 - Live a Grateful Life

    S2E23 - Live a Grateful Life
    Mar 30 2026
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    Live a Grateful Life: How One Man’s Experience Can Inspire You!

    Meet Bill Scholl:

    Bill Scholl is a United States Army Veteran, a retired lay minister, and a member of Virtual Lions.

    Bill lives in Shelton, Washington, USA. He is also a member of the American Council of the Blind (ACB) and the ACB of Washington.

    He de votes his life to advocating for the rights of people who are blind and uplifting people through gratitude, support and love.

    Learn about the American Council of the Blind at:

    American Council of the Blind.

    Reach out to Bill or sign up for the ACB Community Calls by sending an email to:

    community@acb.org

    Darian is a Certified Happiness Trainer and licensed clinical social worker.

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    Defying Death: Living an Empowered Life with Multiple Disabilities

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  • S2E22 - VIP Coaching in the Dark

    S2E22 - VIP Coaching in the Dark
    Feb 28 2026
    Read transcriptVIP Coaching in the Dark: Build Skills, Experience the Light! Meet VIP Coaching in the Dark: Contact Them: vipcoachinginthedark@gmail.com https://www.vipcoachinginthedark.com/ Desirée A. Christian VIP Coach Desirée A. Christian is a Visually Impaired Person Coach, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner with a passion for helping others navigate transitions with resilience, clarity, and kindness. Raised in a multigenerational blind family, she grew up with independence as the expectation and learned early that determination, not outside barriers, shapes success. Over the past 25 years, she has balanced managing a household with complex medical and dietary needs, raising two medically fragile daughters, and pursuing her own growth as a legally blind woman. For the last four years, Desirée has taught virtual classes and led peer support groups for people experiencing sight loss. Two of those years were spent as a hired coach and facilitator with the Hull Foundation, where she expanded her reach and deepened her experience supporting the blind community. Her professional life extends beyond coaching. She is the founder of FlauntYourAbility.com, “Cheeky Tees for those daring enough to be human,” an online shop featuring witty disability-related and fandom-inspired designs, along with custom work. She has also volunteered with the American Council of the Blind, fandom-based charities, and other community organizations. Her creative spirit shows up in her love for sewing, knitting, dance, and world cuisine, and her intellectual curiosity is fed by reading more than 150 books a year across history, science, and fiction. With decades of choir singing behind her and experiences ranging from solo traveling to Alaska to see the aurora borealis, to experimenting with diverse crafts, Desirée embodies adaptability and joy in exploration. Marja Byers VIP Coach Marja Byers has lived through sight loss in ways few can imagine—three times in her life she has been declared legally blind. Each experience bringing its own challenges and lessons. Today, with only a small field of vision remaining, she uses her white cane with confidence and a deep understanding of what it means to adapt and keep moving forward. Before blindness changed her path, Marja spent more than 30 years working in obstetrics as a surgical technician. Since losing her sight in 2010, she has dedicated herself to serving the blind and visually impaired community. She has led Blindskills as Executive Director, provided vocational assessments, taught Zoom classes with the Hull Foundation and Learning Center, and is a Certified Peer Support Specialist in Oregon—a role that allows her to use her lived experience to guide and encourage others. Her passion for this work began at her very first support group meeting. Feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, Marja remembers the simple moment when the woman beside her gently touched her arm as she grew emotional. That small act of kindness sparked something inside her: “This is where you belong.” From that day forward, she has been committed to helping others find the same sense of community and hope. When she isn’t coaching, Marja loves listening to audiobooks and playing music on the jukebox at her neighborhood spot—curating the mood of the room one song at a time. Her gift for creating connection, whether through music or mentorship, is what makes her work so meaningful. Marja brings warmth, humor, professional skill, and lived experience to VIP Coaching, believing wholeheartedly that no one should face vision loss alone. Teresa Christian VIP Coach Teresa Christian is a certified Empowerment Coach with VIP Coaching in the Dark, where she helps people with vision loss build independence, confidence, and resilience so they can create the lives they truly want to live. Her coaching approach is rooted in compassion, persistence, and humor. Believing that growth is easier when learning feels enjoyable, she brings warmth and positivity into the process—even when challenges arise. Clients often describe Teresa as someone who can find clarity in chaos, turn obstacles into opportunities, and keep going until solutions are found. Teresa’s background spans over 15 years as a massage therapy business owner, followed by studying social work with direct service experience serving the senior and disabled populations. Her work with those populations continued with her recent role as a Sight Loss Instructor at the Hull Foundation and Learning Center. She has also given back extensively through her volunteer work with the American Council of the Blind (ACB). Teresa served on the ACB of Oregon state board for ten years, edited the state newsletter for eight years, and led a local chapter as president for six years. On the national level, she contributed as vice president for an ACB affiliate for blind entrepreneurs for three years. Alongside her career and volunteer service, Teresa raised two ...
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  • S2E21 - Moving From Basic Survival to Success

    S2E21 - Moving From Basic Survival to Success
    Jan 22 2026
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    Moving From Basic Survival to Success: The Power to Create the Life You Want is Within You!

    Meet Brenda Mosby: Rehabilitation Counselor and Certified Heal Your Life Coach

    Brenda Mosby is an advocate, educator, and empowerment voice dedicated to helping individuals tap into their inner power to create the life they truly want. Through her work, Brenda equips people with knowledge about their rights, benefits, and opportunities, especially those navigating disability, employment, and life transitions—so they can move from survival to stability and purpose. Her approach blends education, lived experience, and heart-centered guidance, inspiring others to reclaim confidence, make informed choices, and build a future rooted in self-worth and possibility.”

    “It is not what happens to you, but what you do with what happens to you.”

    Contact Brenda:

    blm@mosbyservices.com

    Website:

    https://brendamosby.com

    The Brenda Fix Podcast:

    https://www.podcastics.com/podcast/the-brenda-fix/

    Darian is a Certified Happiness Trainer and licensed clinical social worker.

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    Defying Death: Living an Empowered Life with Multiple Disabilities

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  • S2E20 - What is Codependence?

    S2E20 - What is Codependence?
    Dec 21 2025
    Read transcriptEpisode Notes Meet Abigail Gazda Heart-centered entrepreneur, Abigail Gazda has transformed her passion for education into a full-time career as an author, publisher, and life coach. Abigail is the CEO of Hearts Unleashed, a full-service transformation company committed to empowering people to operate with full freedom, power, and self-expression in every area of life. As the Founder of Hearts Unleashed House Publishing, she helps authors share their mission and message with the world. She is a Clarity Coach and supports souls speaking up about their silent struggle and unleashing the authentic leader within. She also empowers heart-centered leaders to create a life of fulfillment, impact, and legacy. As the Host of the Hearts Unleashed Podcast, she is committed to turning dreamers into doers and helping raise the frequency of humanity with the development of Emotional Intelligence. As a best-selling author, she personally thrives the most in life while writing, educating, and spending time outdoors. Born and raised a proud Indiana Hoosier, Abigail enjoys traveling the world to speak, work with clients, and adventure. Reade Chapter 11 in her book, Alchemizing Judgment, about codependence: Chapter on Codependence Meditations and podcast episodes: https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/337-15-min-fill-up-using-oreo-for-powerful-communication https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/277-15-min-fill-up-overcoming-adversity3933948 https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/222-15-min-fill-up-setting-maintaining-boundaries https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/261-15-min-fill-up-resignation-vs-surrender https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/228-15-min-fill-up-the-5-basic-human-needs https://youtu.be/pIkOfVbs4_8?si=HnanMc3tkpJtnF9x https://youtu.be/9HgUec2aFGs?si=5jjXXrbxsum-sDu4 https://youtu.be/VErvKhVCIP4?si=ikWFxfZqvcF_jiA_ https://youtu.be/cO6edcSVM64?si=_PsmsES5bxuMP5yl https://youtu.be/acsIeGXVfAI?si=W4BAopsABgxsTR0H https://youtu.be/sWgL8sEQ2LQ?si=c1C25Aaz5Rx-abcA https://youtu.be/byOKWMDPxGo?si=abql0KsbG7dc235p https://youtu.be/Tphk1k-G8ho?si=tPGivvuRTEwLfRIC https://youtu.be/URMPCfgSR_w?si=3b3gGGm-_Fhzfop- https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/331-15-min-fill-up-emotional-endurance https://www.heartsunleashed.com/blog/333-15-min-fill-up-emotional-recovery https://youtu.be/xUWYpDqvG4w?si=MqbUgiA5Oza24T7I https://youtu.be/Og4zonlxZ70?si=uG1YzUr0HL_Jg8rb https://youtu.be/GtXKg9EFTCM?si=0_6clF0mi0YU2fCd-- Connect with Me: abigailgazda.com heartsunleashed.com Instagram Facebook 219.718.8318 Darian is a Certified Happiness Trainer and licensed clinical social worker. Find out about her services: https://www.embracehappiness.me To learn more about Darian: https://www.getcounselingportland.com Order Darian’s books. Defying Death: Living an Empowered Life with Multiple Disabilities https://www.amazon.com/Defying-Death-Empowered-Multiple-Disabilities/dp/B0DKXV5N3Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11PJ6GMXCPQY8\&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MhfjbxMdL7zLHR7pCWeJLA.SxxBBVYPwAutUDtb8puxbzkl0fHFsgEPeCsM2QmjdwI\&dib_tag=se\&keywords=Defying+Death%3A+Living+an+Empowered+Life+With+Multiple+Disabilities\&qid=1746401139\&sprefix=defying+death+living+an+empowered+life+with+multiple+disabilities%2Caps%2C184\&sr=8-1 https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Speak+Up+For+Yourself%3A+Get+What+You+Need+and+Feel+Good+About+It\&i=stripbooks\&crid=1TGVTFEBCG839\&sprefix=speak+up+for+yourself+get+what+you+need+and+feel+good+about+it%2Cstripbooks%2C164\&ref=nb_sb_noss Find out more at https://get-what-you-need-and-feel-goo.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/get-what-you-need-and-feel-goo/6d565f49-eebf-4594-8c4e-37627b17fd31
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  • S2E19 - Whole Happy

    S2E19 - Whole Happy
    Nov 28 2025

    Whole Happy:

    True, Lasting Happiness from the Inside Out

    Meet Amber Needham:

    Amber Needham is a public speaker, Happy for No Reason Certified Trainer, Energy healer as a Reiki Master, content creator and International Best-Selling Author of The Blind Girl Sees.

    For more information and to get registration details for Amber’s upcoming online Course: Whole Happy, email Amber:

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  • S2E18 - Start Your Able Savings Account

    S2E18 - Start Your Able Savings Account
    Oct 28 2025

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    Able Savings Accounts: Financial Empowerment for People with Disabilities

    Meet Edward Mitchell: Edward Mitchell was a victim of a hit-and-run bicycle accident in 2003 when he was hit by a truck, thrown into a ditch, and found by his little brother. Edward has quadriplegia with an incomplete spinal cord injury at the C5 and C6 levels. Edward crossed into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. by way of the Beta Pi chapter on the campus of Lane College in 2008. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in 2009 from Lane College, a private HBCU, and his MBA in 2011 from Union University. That hasn’t slowed him down; he works as Executive Director of The Statewide Independent Living Council of Tennessee, while serving on numerous boards. In 2018, Edward was selected as an inaugural ABLE Advisor for the Able National Resource Center. ABLE Accounts are tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities. In the summer of 2018, Edward was confirmed by the Republicans & Democrats of T.N. to testify. Before the Washington D.C. - Senate Special Committee on Aging. The hearing titled, “Supporting Economic Stability & Self Sufficiency as Americans with Disabilities and their families. Edward was inducted into the Lane College Hall of Distinction for the Young Alumni Achievement Award and was honored to accept the Jefferson -Multiplying Good Award from Leaders Credit Union. Last but not least, Money published its inaugural list of Changemakers, the 50 people impacting Americans’ wallets. Edward was featured as one of the 2023 Changemakers by Money Magazine for his advocacy. Darian is a Certified Happiness Trainer https://www.embracehappiness.me To learn more about Darian: https://www.getcounselingportland.com Order a copy of Darian’s new book on Kindle or in Paperback: Defying Death: Living an Empowered Life with Multiple Disabilities https://www.amazon.com/Defying-Death-Empowered-Multiple-Disabilities/dp/B0DKXV5N3Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11PJ6GMXCPQY8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MhfjbxMdL7zLHR7pCWeJLA.SxxBBVYPwAutUDtb8puxbzkl0fHFsgEPeCsM2QmjdwI&dib_tag=se&keywords=Defying+Death%3A+Living+an+Empowered+Life+With+Multiple+Disabilities&qid=1746401139&sprefix=defying+death+living+an+empowered+life+with+multiple+disabilities%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-1 Order a copy of Darian’s first book in paperback or on Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Speak+Up+For+Yourself%3A+Get+What+You+Need+and+Feel+Good+About+It&i=stripbooks&crid=1TGVTFEBCG839&sprefix=speak+up+for+yourself+get+what+you+need+and+feel+good+about+it%2Cstripbooks%2C164&ref=nb_sb_noss

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  • S2E17 - Become a Mindful Mom

    S2E17 - Become a Mindful Mom
    Sep 29 2025

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    Episode 17: Mindful Mom Revisited

    Meet Juli Womack:

    Juli is the founder of Mindful Mom, a space of healing and hope for mothers walking through the heartbreak of disconnection from their adult children. Through her own journey of loss and self-discovery, she found peace and joy again — and now helps other moms do the same. Juli shares mindful practices, honest conversations, and safe spaces where women can heal, rediscover themselves, and remember that joy is still possible.

    For moms who feel ready to go a little deeper:

    Juli has created an eBook of prayers called Grace Between Us to help you through those tough moments-you can find it at:

    Grace Between Us

    Juli also offers a Mindful Mom Mentoring Call. It’s a safe, one-time call and supportive space to talk through what you’re facing and start finding some new pathways forward. “If that feels like something you need, I’d love to walk alongside you.” Here’s the Facebook link:

    Reconnect With Your Grown Children

    Darian is a Certified Happiness Trainer She offers one-on-one happiness coaching as well as courses and groups designed to help you eliminate core beliefs that no longer serve you, become happier, improve your quality of life, and live the life you love. Check out her services at:

    https://www.embracehappiness.me

    Reach out to Darian at:

    office@embracehappiness.me

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    Defying Death: Living an Empowered Life with Multiple Disabilities

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  • S2E16 - Celebrate

    S2E16 - Celebrate
    Aug 30 2025

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    Episode 16: Celebrate: The White Cane Safety Day Law Meet Mary Lee Turner: Email Mary Lee: smilingmarylee@gmail.com Oregon Department of Transportation Video #1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdEF2ibNFJk Oregon Department of Transportation Video #2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HLVQMBhhyM Oregon Department of Transportation: Additional Digital Resources for White Cane Safety Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HLVQMBhhyM American Council of the Blind Links About the White Cane Safety Law: https://www.acb.org/search/node?keys=white+cane+law Pedestrian Environmental Access Committee: https://www.acb.org/PEAC National Federation of the Blind: https://nfb.org/search?keys=pedestrian+safety&honeypot_time=OiHiMEM65RXov2ux-rzQWNErq4DwfLnYgl1ce-3srwc&membershipemail= Darian is a Certified Happiness Trainer Email Darian: office@embracehappiness.me Subscribe to Darian’s Newsletter: https://www.embracehappiness.me/the- If you are an entrepreneur looking to grow your business, join Darian’s Marketing Exchange Group: https://www.embracehappiness.me/marketing-exchange/ Darian’s Happiness Work: https://www.embracehappiness.me To learn more about Darian: https://www.getcounselingportland.com Order a copy of Darian’s book on Kindle or in Paperback: Defying Death: Living an Empowered Life with Multiple Disabilities https://www.amazon.com/Defying-Death-Empowered-Multiple-Disabilities/dp/B0DKXV5N3Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11PJ6GMXCPQY8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.MhfjbxMdL7zLHR7pCWeJLA.SxxBBVYPwAutUDtb8puxbzkl0fHFsgEPeCsM2QmjdwI&dib_tag=se&keywords=Defying+Death%3A+Living+an+Empowered+Life+With+Multiple+Disabilities&qid=1746401139&sprefix=defying+death+living+an+empowered+life+with+multiple+disabilities%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-1 Order a copy of Darian’s book in paperback or on Kindle:

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