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248. Mike Van Thielen on optimizing your life

Known as the 'Houdini of Health', Dr. Mike is regarded to be a pioneer in the fields of health, wellness, nutrition and peak performance.
Dr. Mike's credentials in his field are equaled by few others and his revolutionary book Health 4 Life – User Manual has become the ultimate guide for many in their quest to regain control of their health and perform at maximum potential.
Dr. Mike Van Thielen, PHD. HOLISTIC NUTRITION - WELLNESS EXPERT – AUTHOR – KEYNOTE and MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, has been involved in optimal health practices, sports performance, nutrition and supplementation for nearly three decades.
As a top swimmer in his country of origin, Belgium, he gained interest in optimizing health and athletic performance. Dr. Van Thielen graduated from the University of Brussels (Belgium) in 1993 as a Bachelor in Physical Education and in 1995 as a Master in Physical Therapy. He served as the Assistant Coach and Physical Therapist for Belgian Olympic swimmers in preparation for the Olympic Games in Atlanta (1996).
Dr. Van Thielen moved to Florida in 1997, and after managing several pain management clinics, he pursued to receive his Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine and his Bachelor of Science in Professional Health Studies from the Florida College of Integrative Medicine in Orlando, Florida.
Dr. Van Thielen is a licensed Physical Therapist, a licensed Acupuncture Physician and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, with certifications in Injection Therapy, Homeopathy and Homotoxicology, Chinese Herbal Medicine, and Non-Invasive Cosmetic procedures. He also received his PhD. in Holistic Nutrition from the College of Natural Health.
 
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247. The edge of the blade

So they say the sky is the limit but yet look at our feet because they act as if their anchors hold us firmly to the ground along with being born comes this ability to dream. And over the course of the years that we walk across this earth that collection of dreams helps to shape our goals and build this outline of who we truly wish to become.
 
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246. Design for your life (Campfire Sessions with Shana Francesca)

Shana Francesca, a speaker, writer, and entrepreneur, also writes under the pseudonym Maeve Marin. She guides individuals towards more joyful and connected lives by applying the principles of life design. Shana advocates that by infusing our lives with intention and embracing the role of authoring our own stories, we can transform our present and shape our future.
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245. The story fire

From one generation to the next the art of storytelling has been passed down. Each one is shaped with lessons and reason. 
 Where we came from our purpose for being here shaped the stories that elders would tell those who gathered around the campfire. 
 This amazing art form was used to help the goals each member of their tribe would strive to reach through their lives. 
 Each individual who sat around the story fire would absorb the reason and morals of these stories with a curious mind.  
 The storyteller always left each member of their tribe with the power to incorporate these lessons into their own story. 
 It was this teaching that built a tribe. The lesson still holds true today. Though a story is made up of one theme there are countless stories that make up the book.
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244. The laws of the soul

As I set out to begin the work that will over time make up the body of work that will become the season number of this project. I can’t help but recall the footsteps that have led me to where I am and shaped me into who I’ve grown into. Often I find myself facing situations or even just looking in the mirror and having to honor those shifts within my spirit. Still I also so must acknowledge what is still the same.
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243.Songs of grief (Campfire Sessions With Page Park

Indeed, you can only create the music that is uniquely yours. No one else can do that for you. It's the collective act of each of us creating our own music that fosters a diverse community and a diverse world. By singing your song, as Cloud did, even in sadness, you contribute to the whole. He didn't follow the crowd; he blazed his own trail, composed his own music, and expressed the feelings of his heart. When we honor our truth, life becomes magical and unique, allowing us to break free from the molds of 'should' and simply be.
Page Park is a master of grief yoga, who harnessed the power of yoga and breathwork to reconnect with herself. After years of prioritizing others, her personal journey through yoga led to self-discovery. Incorporating yoga asana, meditation, and gratitude journaling, she experienced a shift in attitude and resilience. Page utilized these tools and the teachings from her SoulWork yoga teacher training to create programs that assist others in their healing journeys.
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242. Connecting with nature to find inspiration (Campfire Session With Alaska Úlfhé∂nar)

Many of us fail to recognize the profound impact spirituality has on our daily lives. This is particularly true for those who believe they have abandoned any adherence to spiritual teachings and practices. Yet, spirituality transcends mere "conversations" with a deity; it encompasses far more. It involves acknowledging the perpetual bond with our ancestors who have departed from this world, the spirits of the land (for me, this refers to the Landvættir), and the spiritual connection with other physical life forms—plants, animals, and fellow humans. My teachings have guided me to this understanding: to impart to my clansmen and women the significance of their spiritual ties with the world around them.
-Alaska Úlfhé∂nar
 
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241.Desiree Argentina on understanding fear

Fear is something we face all of the time. Which makes it so important to understand and build a healthy relationship with it. This is what makes this conversation with Desiree Argentina such a relevant one.
Des's background
Growing up as a multi-passionate person, I was always interested in a lot of different things. I loved movies, I loved animals, I loved volunteering; I was passionate about human and animal rights. I didn’t really know how to get where I wanted to go. I didn’t know how to implement the things that I loved until I went to college and was exposed to different classes and clubs. I didn’t know what I wanted to do at first, so I got my associate's degree in general studies but just going to college opened my eyes to a lot of different opportunities and options I didn’t know existed.
 
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240. Hypnosis Therapy (Campfire Session with Mari Vasan)

As a hypnotist, NLP expert, and stress management consultant, I stand out from the typical life coach. With over a decade of experience, I have coached high-achieving women and elite athletes, guiding them to excel amidst significant life transitions by eliminating undesired behaviors, fostering positive beliefs, and reigniting their inner spark. My Smooth & Easy Change method simplifies the process of change. - Mari Vansan
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239. Building Friendship ( Campfire Session with Lee Hopkins)

The primary challenge in forming enduring friendships and meaningful relationships is failing to position ourselves in the "right" places to meet the people who can foster the connections we desire. Often, we find ourselves in the wrong places because we fear being truthful about our true desires. Coach Lee Hopkins can guide you in cultivating significant relationships. As a transman, his openness about his identity is not the central theme of his message, but it exemplifies vulnerability, fostering the intimacy necessary for deeper connections.
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