Stories That Inspire Us / The Author Series welcomed to my podcast (Episode #138) on Saturday, April 13, 2024, Katrina McGhee. Katrina is a Certified Life Coach and the Author of the Book: Taking A Career Break for Dummies.

Her book is absolutely phenomenal and receives my 20 Star review! Stunning how she turned a 20-month break to travel the world into a life changing career. This ultimately led her to create a blueprint to help her clients create fail-proof plans and navigate successful breaks of their own.

You will absolutely love how she laid out her book which is broken down in “Parts” then Chapters. What initially captivated my attention was Part 6: The Part of Tens, Chapter 16 - Ten Ground Rules for a Successful Break. Yes, I am one of those people who reads and studies the table of contents and this chapter was exciting and I learned so much.

You have to be open and have courage for changing your perception. Katrina did for sure! We had such an amazing conversation and I’ll leave you with a question Katrina asked: “What is success for you and do you know what success is?”

To connect with Katrina further, please check out her website and various social media platforms:

kmcgheecoaching@gmail.com

https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com

https://www.instagram.com/kmcgheecoaching

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinamcghee222

What if you could press the pause button on the rat race? Are you ready for a career break? There is a way . . . Katrina did it!

Let me know what you thought of today’s episode. Also, do you have a story you want to share? Your story will inspire others as Katrina’s has! If you are interested in sharing your story, please go to my website and “register as a guest”.

https://www.podpage.com/stories-that-inspire-us/

Thank you Katrina - “Truly” these are the Stories That Inspire Us!!

Stories That Inspire Us / The Author Series, welcomed to the podcast on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 (Episode #137), Dr. Audrey Birnbaum. Audrey is the Author of the\ book: American Wolf: From Nazi Refugee to American Spy, a true story of her father, Jack Wolf Schwersenz, his family's nail-biting escape from Germany, and his subsequent adventure-filled efforts to embrace his adopted home.

As soon as I started reading Audrey’s book, I was mesmerized and immersed in a time that I’ve only read about in history books. Imagine this - you lose your Dad and years later you stumble upon your Dad’s notebook that he had written about his adventures as an 11-year old growing up amidst the rubble and antisemitism of war-torn Nazi Berlin.

Destitute and facing deportation, he must leave behind his sister and travel across a continent entrenched in war. With nothing in hand but expired visas to the US, Wolf and his family must figure out how to sneak aboard the Spanish freighter the Navemar, a ship that will gain its reputation as the "Hell Ship of Death." But Wolf's odyssey is just beginning.

An electrifying true account brimming with last-minute rescues and life-and death struggles that defy the impossible. This gripping narrative is not just a tale of survival, but a profound coming of age story, delving into the complexities of family dynamics and the search for national identity.

In my opinion, once you pick up her book to start reading it, you won’t be able to put it down! From narrowing escapes, no instructional manuals and banana splits, this will have you on the edge of your seat!

Her voice tells his story . . . you must read her book!

"American Wolf: From Nazi Refugee to American Spy" by author Audrey Birnbaum is available at retailers and online including at Barnes & Noble, Walmart and at Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CHXXC9J8?tag=vangoghdrawin-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=true

For more information on author Audrey Birnbaum and "American Wolf: From Nazi Refugee to American Spy," visit:

www.audreybirnbaumauthor.com

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Thank you Audrey - “Truly” these are the Stories That Inspire Us!!

Stories That Inspire Us welcomed to the podcast on Saturday, April 6, 2024, Episode #136, Kimberly Parker. Kimberly is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Revive to Thrive Wellness Center, a group practice dedicated to meeting the needs of Texas residents. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and Transformative Coach, Kimberly brings a wealth of expertise in trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, and self-esteem improvement. With a deep commitment to providing culturally humble care, Kimberly is passionate about empowering individuals and addressing the unique challenges faced by marginalized populations.

Kimberly’s knowledge and her expertise is demonstrated in how and where she guides and mentors her clients. In our heartfelt and honest discussion about trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, Kimberly empowers her clients in unique and challenging ways.

Honestly, this certainly could have been an hour conversation. Kimberly’s heart and soul is truly in the work with her clients. Not only is she compassionate, she is well-equipped to deliver a transformative experience. Kimberly is also a coach, speaker and trainer. As Kimberly shared, when in the midst of a very unexpected moment in your life, “be compassionate with yourself” and remember, “there is power in the pause”.

To connect with Kimberly further, please check out her website and various social media platforms:

kimberly@revive2thrivewc.com

https://revive2thrivewc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyparker_lpc/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/R2TWC

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-parker-ma/

https://www.tiktok.com/@therapist_ms_parker

Let me know what you thought of this episode. Also, do you have a story you want to share? Your story will inspire others as Kimberly’s has! If you are interested in sharing your story, please go to my website and “register as a guest”.

https://www.podpage.com/stories-that-inspire-us/

Thank you Kimberly - “Truly”, these are the Stories That Inspire Us!!