Musical Creativity can do wonders for the mind and mental health. Whether you are the creator or the audience. It is a universal language that everyone can understand.

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Maryanne Fiorentino

Musical creativity and the gift of song helped heal Maryanne’s spirit

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Music, as well as the visual arts, often provide great healing powers to individuals who struggle with mental illness.  Some famous and talented performers and artists throughout time have had to deal with mood swings. Creativity is a holistic way to help heal the spirit.

Unruly children can benefit from musical creativity

Try musical creativity to help alter a childs mood

Children have the most difficulty with mental disorders. Frequently, they are undiagnosed and do not recieve proper medical attention. All to often, adults view them as troublemakers and disrupters. It can be frustrating for the child, parent, and teachers. Parents often want to deny that there is anything wrong or that their child needs special care. Therefore, punishing an unruly child without actually understanding the source of their behavioral problem will probably create more trouble than good. First of all, ADD, Auditory Processing Disorder, Depression, OCD, Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar, as well as other emotional issues are sometimes misunderstood. In addition, all issues need to be properly diagnosed and treated medically by a professional. Finally, when a child’s condition goes untreated, as a result, the entire family suffers.

Musical creativity can change your life 

Singing in a choir is musical happiness

Maryanne Fiorentino, suffered for years with behavioral problems she did not understand.  Consequently, Fiorentino’s mental problems were not diagnosed in her early years. As fate would have it, Maryanne was incredibly talented musically. One could say that learning to express herself with her beautiful soprano voice changed her life. Even as a child she loved music and singing. Above everything, she  wanted to excel. Most noteworthy, is how hard Maryanne studied to perfect her style. She has an amazing story to share that will give hope and inspiration to anyone who has mental illness or has a family member with an emotional disorder.

Dancing On Our Disabilities Radio is pleased to introduce you to Maryanne Fiorentino. Medical treatment, therapy, and music has transformed her life and given her hope for a magnificent future as a professional performing artist. She is a gifted singer. 

About Maryanne Dymond Fiorention

On November 27, 1984, a virtuoso was born as Maryanne Noel Fiorentino in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

The rest of Maryanne’s musical story

The talented singer has been a citizen for 13 years. The soprano has been studying music for almost two decades. In high school, the she studied music under the tutelage of Sonia Lewis.  Later on with Valerie Pineda. Especially relevant, while still in High School Maryanne was a featured soloist.  As a student she sang in Westfield’s Little Opera Company of New Jersey.  in addition, she also sang in the chorus of Mozart’s Le Nozze Di Figaro, Donizetti’s Eliisir D’amour and Mozart’s Don Giovanni.  Subsequently, after graduating High School the singer decided to study music at Westminster Conservatory in Princeton, New Jersey. Most noteworthy, she was accepted to study music at the renowned Westminster Choir College in Princeton. While there she studied with Julian Rodescu, a professional opera singer and a highly respected voice teacher. Later, she studied under the tutelage of Cristina Castaldi.

Musical creativity and hard word creates a winners

In Conclusion, 2017 is going to be an exciting year for the talented singer.  Furthermore, Maryanne has recorded her first professional CD titled Dymond in the rough. Hence, She is promoting her musical career this year.  Her debut recital Saturday,May 13th, 2017 located at Westminster Choir College in Princeton NJ. The time 4:00 pm and the  location is 101 walnut lane.

Tickets price: $15.00. To purchase, go to river.com

In addition, visit Youtube.com for more music from Maryanne

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Ron Pettit

Ron Pettit is changing the lives of people with disabilities. Ron Pettit is changing the lives of people with disabilities He has spent years improving the travel experience for people with challenges.

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Define what minorities mean to you

Minority means something a little different to everyone. However, one thing is always true; all minorities want acceptance, inclusion, and equality. Minority means “a group in society distinguished from, and less dominant than, the more numerous majority:†It doesn’t matter which catagory or minority one may belong. Most people would not choose to be a part of any minority. I am not insinuating that they do not want to be who they are. It is less about what gender, religion, ethnic background, economic status, or disability community that categorizes them as a minority. It is about being a less significant part of society in some way. Everyone wants to be treated as an equal, be given the same opportunities as the majority, and not be thought of as an outsider.

Dreams do come true

To be clear and reinstate my opinion, everyone wants to be part of the bigger picture and enjoy inclusion as a normal way of life. Perhaps that’s an idealistic and dreamers way to look at a diverse and fully inclusive society. However, if we do not strive for perfection and our goals, we will never achieve a better way of life. One of the most luxurious ways to vacation is to sail the seas in grand style. Ron Pettit is passionate about making the cruise experience as perfect as possible for passengers with disabilities. 

Change takes time as people move in and out of minorities

                    Hand of Time

The wheels of time turn slowly.  It takes work, thoughtfullness, and time to correct social injustice. Unfortunately, most people are unaware of those such as Ron Pettit who work behind-the-scenes on behalf of others. They work to bring about a significant shift in our society, along with the ADA compliance requirements. Their work alters what it means to be part of a minority by removing inconveniences. I believe this is particularly true for people with disabilities or who are living with a form of limitation. In my life time, I have witnessed a refreshing change in opportunity, accessibility, and acceptance for people with disabilities.

Employment is still a problem for minorities and people with disabilities

However, employment for people with challenges is still not on equal ground. We have a lot more work to do to create a fully inclusive society where no one feels the pressure of belonging to a minority. Ron is also involved in helping to open opportunities along the lines of employment for people with disabilities as well.

How do we create change?

Social Injustice never changes by itself. There are always crusaders who rally for minorities and a cause. I’m not speaking about those who protest openly in the streets against what they feel is wrong with society. Specifically, I am referring to people who choose a particular line of work where they can make a difference in the lives of others. One unique individual who has accomplished a great deal is Ron.  I want to celebrate all that he is doing to bring about change.

Does being disabled put anyone with limitations in one Bag?

He has a long history working in the travel industry. Ron wears two hearing aids because he has significant hearing loss.  His particular limitation allows him to blend in with the majority of society because he is not easily identified as disabled. However, he is sensitive to the needs of others. It is his caring for others that makes him special. His hearing loss created a passion to ensure a better travel experience for people with disabilities. Ron is the Senior Manager, Disability Inclusion & ADA Compliance Director at Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. He is also the President of The South Florida Business Leadership Network Board of Directors.

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NSI & DOOD Radio is pleased to introduce you to this interesting man. Royal Caribbean cruise lines along with Ron’s ADA knowledge and skill will ensure passengers with a disabilities have a wonderful inclusive travel experience.

About Ron Pettit

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd

 Pettit is Senior Manager, Disability Inclusion & ADA Compliance at Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. His goal and passion is to help people with disabilities have the best cruise vacation experience possible.

He is responsible for the accessible guest experience and product development as well as Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance for three global brands – Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises with a combined fleet of 32 ships. Ron has been in the travel and hospitality industry for over 27 years with over 19 years of managing accessibility programs.

Before joining Royal Caribbean in 2006, he was with Northwest Airlines and responsible for improving the air travel experience for over 3.3 million annual customers with disabilities and ensuring compliance with the Air Carrier Access Act. His efforts resulted in making Northwest Airlines a first choice option for people with disabilities.

Ron received a Bachelors of Arts degree in Communication Arts and Sciences from Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, Massachusetts.  Living life with hearing loss is not easy, and he wears two hearing aids

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Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson is a role model to others and changing the lives of others

 Johnson is the Director of Programs at CIL Broward helping others discover the joy of living independently

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Living independently is something most of us practice throughout life without giving it a second thought. We make choices as to a profession, whether we will be active physically and have a busy social life. Some choices are major such as deciding to have a family or not. We make detailed choices throughout each day. We eat, sleep, speak by choice. T Where we wish to live is also a personal choice. It was a decision I made to write this blog. It is up to you whether you wish to read it or not. Life is a series of decisions. What if all those daily choices disappeared? The fastest growing minority is the disability community. It is a minority that anyone can becaome a part of at any second.

Disabilities can limit you from living independently

What if you had limitations that controlled your choices? Would life then become stifling? In reality, we all have a certain amount of limitations we manage. We all live within guidelines set by society and Individual circumstances which can vary from person to person. Our ethnicity is determined by birth. We do not get to choose our parents. Our physical attributes and features are inherited. We can not choose where and when we are born either. As we become adults just about everything else is something we choose independently for ourselves. However, what if you were suddenly physically dependent?  How would you learn about all the options that can assist you to continue living independently?

Can CIL Broward aid you in living independently?

A life of living Independently

People with disabilities will have to adapt to their circumstances and learn how to live alone because of various impairments. In many cases, it may be a challenging task requiring the support and advice of professionals. The ideal goal is to allow individuals to live as independently and freely as possible. The Center for Independent Living , also known as CIL Broward, is a great resource along with other assistive agencies all over the United States. The center can refer you to other local centers in your state or city.

NSI & DOOD Radio is happy to introduce you to Brian Johnson.  Brian has devoted his life’s work to helping other people find a way to live a more successful and independent life. He knows firsthand what it’s like to deal with the mobility challenges of everyday life as a man with a spinal cord injury. He has learned the art of living independently, and how to keep his self-respect and dignity intact. He is a leader with lots of information to share with the public.

 living Independentlyand about the man

For the past 18 years Brian has been involved in the disability advocacy field. His objective is providing assistance to individuals with disabilities who are trying to become more independent in their community. It is his mission to inform clients how to access services that they are entitled to, and may not even be aware exist. He has served as a volunteer surrogate parent for foster children with disabilities, conducts independent living assessments, training in independent living skills, assistive technology, employment assistance, housing assistance, and advocacy (ADA and IDEA).

Brian lives the life he as he chooses

Johnson is a person with a disability (a spinal cord injury), and has a Bachelors Degree in Education and Philosophy from the University of Miami. Brian wears two hats. He is a role model on the job. However, he is a devoted family man at home.  Twelve years ago he married his high school sweetheart. They have been together for over 20+ years. Brian is a proud father of two young kids, a six-year-old son and a 3-year-old daughter.  Proudly, he states he views his family as his greatest accomplishment.

About the CIL Broward

Source CIL website

What is CIL
Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1978, Congress established the Center for Independent Living in response to individuals with disabilities need for core services focused on independent living skills training, peer support, information and referral, and advocacy. Since 1991, The Center for Independent Living of Broward (CILB), a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, has served more than 60,000 individuals with disabilities in fulfilling their goals of independence and self-sufficiency. CILB strives to enhance the lives of people with disabilities, regardless of age, in Broward, Charlotte, Collier, Glades, Hendry, and Lee counties. The focus  of CIL is on providing individuals with disabilities an accessible link to achieving their life’s goals.

The Independent Living Philosophy
The organization empowered people with disabilities to control the direction of their own lives. This means choosing their goals, plotting their course, and taking responsibility for their actions and the results. People with disabilities have the right to make their own choices and decisions and the right to make mistakes and learn/benefit from those mistakes. Centers for Independent Living (CILs) foster independence, help people with disabilities to develop networks and supports, promote self-reliance, and advocate for the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities in all aspects of community life.

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Danny Creed

Danny Creed Master Business Coach & Consultant; Business & Personal Growth Expert; Speaker, Best Selling Author

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Second chances are an opportunity to learn from whatever went wrong the first time. However, it may have more to do with an opportunity to do something new and significant. A second chance is a particular time in your life to enhance what was already good and upgrade it to outstanding. Most of us believe that mistakes are harmful.  It’s the exact opposite, they are an important aspect of growth in any endeavor. Perhaps it has nothing to do with something going wrong and more to do with recognizing what is going right. The second chance situation may have more to do with the opportunity to do something better. It’s important to understand that it is highly unusual that anyone gets everything right on the first attempt, whether it’s in business, relationships, money management, sports and just about every aspect of life. Failing to get it perfect on the first attempt creates an opportunity to learn and at the same time start over for a second chance to enhance, renew, fine tune what is going right and build it to a greater height.

How to utilize the second chances

Taking second chances will improve your life

Where do you begin and how does one optimize the second chance? A positive state of mind with a clear vision of the future can be a starting point. You are now in the unique position knowing what not to do again. Keeping an open mind to the suggestions of experts is an essential ingredient. Experienced coaches can save you time and disappointments, as well as assist you in creating a new path. Never fear a second or third chance. Seasoned professionals devote time and energy assisting others to focus, feel inspired, and energized. Danny Creed, aka Real World Business Coach, is an exceptional individual who has achieved great recognition and success in his professional life through hard work and focus. Can Danny help you? He standing by and ready.

Never Say Impossible Radio visits with Danny Creed

Never Say Impossible Radio is pleased to introduce you to Danny Creed. He has experienced a second chance at creating the best life possible for himself. How he discovered this second chance is strange, heartbreaking, and at the same time enriching and inspiring. Danny almost lost his life and at the same time he lost his mom. Danny shares his story in his new book A LIFE BEST LIVED: A story of Life, Death and Second Chances

I am proud to introduce you to Danny. He is here with us today to share his journey with you and is ready and available to help you make the best of your second chance. It’s not too late. No matter what is happening in your life, there is always a second chance.

About Danny Creed- source –Real-World Caoching

Real World Business Coach Danny Creed is an internationally recognized Master Business Coach, speaker and author. His latest inspirational and motivational book, A Life Best Lived: A Story of Life, Death and Second Chances has just been published by Motivational Press.

He is known for his “street fighting business smarts”, 14 successful start-up businesses, over 400 turn-arounds and his powerful connection with world class partners and resources such as Brian Tracy. Coach Dan has over 8,000 hours of logged coaching time with over 12,000 recommendations. Dan is the unprecedented six-time winner of the Brian Tracy Award of Sales Excellence/ FocalPoint Coaching International Business Coach of the Year.

Creed is a leading authority on business and personal development, a highly regarded Keynote speaker; workshop and seminar leader and an elite Brian Tracy International Certified Sales Trainer.

In his first book, Coach Dan co-authored the highly acclaimed BOOTSTRAP BUSINESS along with international business and personal development experts, Tom Hopkins, Jack Canfield and John Christenson.

A Life Best Lived: A Story of Life, Death and Second Chances is now available and sold worldwide on Amazon.

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Marilyn Murray Willison

         A Self-Empowered Woman

Self-empowered is an expression that does not require defining.  Do you consider yourself self-empowered?  It is a special quality to possess.  True self-empowerment comes from within.

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What is your personal definition of Self-Empowered?

Most people know and understand that the adjective means, “deriving the strength to do something through one’s thoughts and based on the belief that one knows what is best for oneself.† I totally embraced and understood that term.  However, I still felt the need to research different versions and explanations.  The quote above is taken from Dictionary.com one of my resources.  The description describes my guest on Dancing on our Disabilities Radio today.  Marilyn Murray Willison is one of the most self-motivated women I have ever met.  Maybe you are wondering why I would make that statement?  You will have to listen to this amazing individuals interview to understand her strength.

Hard work pays off

Marilyn is an author, speaker, book editor, blogger, and renowned journalist for decades.  Those who interact with her are uplifted by her positive energy.  Throughout the United States and the UK, numerous popular magazines and newspapers have featured her articles and interviews.  Marilyn’s success appears effortless at first glance.  However, many hours of long hard work contributed to her public recognition.  Many authors only dream of that kind of success.

Marilyn is the epitome of self-empowerment.  I met Marilyn about five years ago.  I was seeking professional advice about a book I was attempting to write.  Quite honestly I was hopelessly confused by the task.  Knowing some of her literary history, I felt inspired by her expertise and accomplishments.   My manuscript was a series of helter-skelter stories about “my life.”   I needed serious guidance if I wanted to finish my semi-written book.  At the time of our meeting, I was recovering from major surgery on my spine.  In addition, I was  fighting a Mercer infection as well.

The meeting I will never forget

On the day of my appointment,  I almost considered canceling because I felt unwell.  I resisted the urge to reschedule driven by the desire to complete my book.  When arriving at her home, I felt drained, weak and not at my best.  I had gotten lost and was unfashionably late.  The meeting was important to me, so I persevered.  Upon entering her room, she sat in a relaxed position in a recliner.  She had grace and elegance coming from every pore.  What I didn’t fully understand how physically  compromised Marilyn was.

Multiple Sclerosis

Marilyn has had a long battle with MS.  In Marilyn’s case, she experienced lots of atrophy caused by the disorder.  On the surface, she appeared healthy in her lounge chair covered with a beautiful throw.  Snap judgments are almost always wrong and that day did not prove differently.  After I had indulged in an irrelevant nervous description of why I appeared so unsteady and wobbly as I stood before her, she paused for a moment.  Then she calmly looked up at me and said: “from where I am sitting you seem pretty good standing there.†Wow, that was a wake-up call.  Everything is relative.  My disability caused by a bout of polio during childhood paled in comparison.  Marilyn’s mobility is ‘compromised by an aggressive form of multiple sclerosis.  Furthermore, she is extremely dependent on caregivers for her daily living needs.

What if it happened to you?

I remember thinking, how emotionally difficult that must be for such an independent woman.  I soon learned that nothing is going to stop her from making a difference in the world, not even Multiple Sclerosis.  However, can you imagine what it would do to your life if it happened to you?  It’s unthinkable for most people.

Why do we label people with the term disabled?

Recently I read her newest best-selling book, “ One Woman, Four Decades, Eight Wishes.” With each page, I became more enamored and respectful of this powerful woman.  As a result, I could not resist inviting her to be a guest on my online radio show for a second visit.   Marilyn interviewed some of the most famous people in the world.  One could not help wondering why it took her so long to write about herself.  The Library of Congress has a listing of her literary works. How can such a motivated woman be called disabled?  It is unfair  to label Marilyn in this manner due to MS.  In conclusion, this accomplished and self-empowered woman is the opposite of disabled.  Most importantly, being challenged by impairment, is not synonymous with disabled or broken.

The Guest

Dancing on our Disabilities Radio is proud to introduce you to Marilyn Murray Willison to you today.   Remember as you listen, MS has definitely impaired her body, however her mind is as brillant as ever.  Marilyn’s newest book is available on Amazon.

Marilyn Willison’s Bio

First posted on Amazon

Marilyn Murray Willison is a six-time author and respected international journalist who has contributed to over 25 publications in both the UK and the US.  In addition to her six non-fiction books, her byline has appeared in The Sunday Times of London, The Daily Mail, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, The Los Angeles Times newspapers, as well as Town & Country, Allure, and Ladies Home Journal Magazine, among others. Her expertise ranges from book reviews, fashion trends, and travel articles to high-profile celebrity interviews.

Furthermore, Marilyn is one of only a handful of journalists to have interviewed Britain’s Princess Anne, covered the Royal Wedding of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, and been invited to dine with the Queen and Prince Philip on the Royal Yacht Brittania.  Among her one-on-one interviews, are profiles of Sir Paul McCartney, Audrey Hepburn, Placido Domingo, Kirk Douglas, and Christopher

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Interviews

Yessenia Leyva

Yessenia Leyva-creator of Inclusion Through Entertainment

Inclusion Through Entertainment is changing the way we perceive the special needs community. Inclusion Through Entertainment is the name of an annual event held in southeast Florida to celebrate the accomplishments and talents of people with unique needs and challenges.  The event is so successful that it’s hard to get in if you don’t buy your ticket well in advance and arrive on time.  People come from all over to attend this huge celebration.  Music fills the air, as well as other various kinds of entertainment. In addition, you will see a beautiful fashion show, meet celebrities from the music world, hear speakers from all over the country.  The 2016 event featured Mohammed Ali’s widow.

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Electricity and excitement fill the room at each event.  Happy smiling faces glow from every table in the facility.  It is a family gathering and everyone is welcome.  Vendors are lined up selling beautiful arts and crafts.  Sponsors and contributing guests supply the products offered for sale.  It is a noteworthy gathering that is meant to promote Inclusion Through Entertainment.  Have you ever asked yourself why it has been the practice of Hollywood producers and casting agents to put non-disabled actors in roles that portray people with challenges?  Old misconceptions die slowly.

How do we change negative social stigma’s?

Yessenia speaks about inclusion for all

The special needs community has always been subject to negative stigma and public rejection.  One very talented young woman, by the name of Yessenia, is making a noticeable difference in the world with her original events, Inclusion through Entertainment.  As a child she struggled with physical chellenges because she was born with spina bifida.  Spina bifida is a condition that occurs when a baby’s spinal cord does not close completely during formation of the spine.  Not only did she overcome the worst of her  issues, she excelled beyond all expectations.  In addition to her day job, she uses every second of spare time to spearhead these events.  It is a demanding undertaking.  As a result of her determination others want to assist and join in.  In 2017, Yessenia plans to have the fourth annual Inclusion through Entertainment event.

Why is it successful?

It is a community working together to bring about change. That is one of the reasons it is so powerfull. It is a real display of energy for a greater good.  In conclusion, if you missed the last few events, do not miss the up and coming event in 2017!

Yesse speaks about Inclusion Through Entertainment

About Yessenia Leyva

Born with Spina Bifida, Yessenia and her family would face many lifelong challenges.   “Your baby will not live long, she will always depend on you, she will never drive, she will never go to college” are words parents dread.

It was time to find the best specialist in the medical field!  Yessenia’s parents found what they were looking for at Miami Children’s Hospital!  An excellent medical team was developed so that they could provide the best orthopedic, neurology and therapy services possible.  Yessenia was in for a battle.  Therefore, she fought back and refused to lose.

After many surgeries, therapy, leg braces, and pain, she began to manage her condition.  Driven by the desire to succeed, she participated in sports activities of all kinds refusing to accept limitations.

Nothing was going to stop Yessenia.  She peservered and became a strong, active young woman with a passionate desire to help others who have unique needs and challenges. Consequently, she  continues to struggle with a life long mobility challenge.

Yessenia proudly says, “I have always wanted a job where I’d be in a position to help others.  Now I am giving back.”  She not only works with the special needs community, but hosts radio programs, creates events and speaks professionally. Yessenia Levya enjoys using her talent of communication to inform the community on disability related topics and issues.

Since 2011, Yessenia has organized Independence on the Runway, “No Limits!â€- Showcasing our abilities in the fashion world, without limits as well as DisAbilities Expo, Inspiration Runway, and multiple Disability Employment Awareness, along with her most recent production, Inclusion Through Entertainment.

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Are you excerising like crazy?

Over exercising is not as unusual as you might think.

Over exercising seems unlikely to the average person.  Most of us worry that we aren’t getting enough exercise due to the amount of time we spend in front of computers.  As a result many of us join a gym or start a home-based regime by running outdoors or cycling.  After a period of time, predictably, a number of people will drop out of any formal exercise routine and end up back on the couch.  However, some people will become addicted to exercise. When we exercise our bodies go through major changes.  It is very important that we pay close attention to what we are feeling during and after exercising.  Exercising safely is not as easy as it appears.

NSI & DOOD

Interviews

Dr. Robert J Blackman

Founder of the Front and Back Holictic Health Center        and The New Gym

Click here to listen to Dr. Blackman’s riveting interview about our obsession with over exercising!!!

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Exercising every single day may be too much

We’ve all been told that exercising will increase your energy, your stamina, and at the same time keep you feeling and looking years younger than your chronological age.  But what about the person that goes bonkers and starts pushing their body far beyond what is healthy?  Are they misguided in believing that if moderate exercise is good more is better?  I’m sure anyone who is reading this has heard the stories of people who drop dead after a routine jog or any other kind of regular exercise.  Was it one jog too many?  What could possibly have gone wrong?  The answer to that question  is something that we all know but seldom embrace.  Sudden extreme exertion can be deadly.  When my family lived in the Northeast, I worried about the hours my husband would spend snow shoveling in the icy cold weather.  With good justification I might add.

The exercise craze is alive and well

Somewhere in the early 70’s in California, Arnold Schwarzenegger started the fitness movement. In 1977, he starred in a docudrama called Pumping Iron. It actually started a fitness movement and gyms started popping up everywhere. It became so popular that people built careers around fitness training. Was this a good thing or a dangerous preoccupation? We celebrate people who run marathons, while secretly feeling guilty about our inability to compete. All this talk about extreme physical activity is creating a generation of exercise junkies. What about all the reports of injury that are sustained during extreme exercise? Sadly, there are also those reports of people who simply drop dead in the middle of a job or a bike ride. What is going on? Is there another safer way? Actually there is. A little bit of knowledge about exercising and ignoring the full picture can be hazardous to our health.

Never Say Impossible Radio is pleased to introduce you to Dr. Robert J. Blackman, author of “The Antidote: A Window to the Unimaginable”. Dr. Blackman is a chiropractor who believes in the holistic approach to chiropractic medicine. He has spent decades helping others feel well by treating “the whole person†body, mind,  and spirit.  He is progressive in his approach and believes non invasive treatments.

About Dr. Robert J. Blackman

BIO: Dr. Blackman graduated in 1970 from Columbia Institute of Chiropractic in Manhattan, NY. He has been a holistic doctor of chiropractic medicine for over 40 years and has had literally decades of R & D in healing arts. He believes that in order to truly be well, you must treat “the whole person†body, mind and spirit.

He opened the first holistic health center in San Francisco, CA in 1980. His “Front and Back Holistic Health Center†is a healing center practicing  healthcare and fitness: drug free, non invasive, and non toxic treatment.

Dr. Blackman was the first to treat combat vets for PTSD, and was one of the first to use his methods to treat AIDS patients, which at that time (1981) was not diagnosable.

He shows his clients how and why you have to “Cure the Cancer. Heal the Pain. Feel the Magic.â€

Dr. Robert J. Blackman, author of “The Antidote: A Window to the Unimaginable”.

His book brings to light, an epidemic of the new millennium, called DEAD-D (Depleted Exhausted Apathetic Denial-Disease) which is far worse than AIDS.  His book is playful with many great characters such as: Senor Don T-Rump and El-Don Hubbub. America then becomes “In the land of “Unfit humanures”. Dr. Blackman brings to you, “The Antidote: A Window to the Unimaginable”.

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Contact info:  website: 
 www.drblackmannewgym.com 

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NSI & DOOD Radio interviews

Maggie M. Smith

Maggie M.Smith is a founding partner of DI Law Group/Disability Insurance Lawyer

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Disability Insurance Benefits, whether they are short term or permenant can be complicated.  Perhaps, most people never worry about disability insurance or expect they will need it.  It’s not in their line of vision.  When we hear that a co-worker has had a life altering illness or accident it is shocking.  Inevitably, our thoughts focus on how they will survive without a paycheck?  Naturally a second question surfaces.  What we would do if we were in that compromising situation?  Most major companies provide disability compensation plans for their employees.  Small and medium-size companies may not offer these benefits. Disability benefits are expensive for small businesses to provide for their employee’s.  Each year the number of claims being filed increases.  Predictably, the denials are on the rise as well.

Do you have all your medical records in order?

 No one plans for the possibility that they may become impaired by illness or disability.  It is not an easy task to navigate the pages of information requested on disability applications.  Don’t make the mistake of believing that you are prepared to produce all the information and documentation expected of you.  You will have to request information from your doctors supporting your need for benefits.  Some professionals simply don’t want to be bothered by filling out any paper work.  One omission, a careless mistake, or any inconsistencies in your application can result in benefits being denied.  It is advisable that you seek counsel or professional advice when filing your claim for the first time.  If you are denied, the process will become much slower and you will definitely need professional advice. You will be asked for medical records, test results, etc.

Does the company you are employed by offer disability benefits?

 The entire process can be overwhelming, when you are suddenly in a position to apply for disability payments because you can no longer work.  In general, the last thing people consider when applying for a job is the possibility that at some point in time they may become disabled.  Checking on the benefits that are offered by the company is often overlooked.

 Insurance companies need to make a profit

Claim adjusters employed by insurance companies are always looking for loopholes to save the company from paying out.  Even if you have all your documentation in place, the insuring company may request that you see their participating physicians.  In many cases insurance companies are known to spy on clients that they suspect to be  fraudulent in an effort to deny their claims.  Even if you are totally entitled to receive these benefits, it is important to remember that most insurance companies are conservative.  Their primary goal is to collect premiums.

Private Long-term disability insurance 

Medical science has increased our life span.  People are living into their late 80s and  90s. Long-Term Care Disability Insurance is not something that the average person thinks about when they are young as they go about their busy lives.

Baby boomers are finding themselves part of the sandwich generation.  Often boomers are caring for their aging parents while working fulltime and raising their own families.  It can be a very stressful and demanding situation.   Private long-term care disability is exhorbitantly expensive.  Many companies are no longer providing these policies.  If possible, purchase the product when you are young which helps keep the fees low.  In addition, long-term disability policies have fine print and elimination periods.  Have a professional read the document before you sign the contract.  The average elimination period is 100 days.  All long term care services are paid for in total by the client during the elimination period.  In conclusion, it is advisable  to consult a lawyer before purchasing or activating a policy.

About Maggie M. Smith

DI Law Group

NSI & DOOD Radio invites you to meet Maggie M. Smith, attorney-at-law, and founding partner of DI Law Group, and has extensive experience in representing individuals nationwide in their disability insurance claims, whether filed under a personal disability insurance policy or under an employer provided insurance policy provided as an employee benefit (typically subject to ERISA).  Ms. Smith focuses her practice in disability insurance matters, she also handles long-term care insurance and life insurance claims.  Maggie has a reputation with insurance companies, their in-house legal departments and those attorneys representing insurance companies in court, for aggressive representation of her clients.

Ms. Smith has been interviewed by ABC’s Good Morning America regarding ERISA insurance benefit claims wrongfully denied by employers and insurance companies.  In addition,  she has also been featured on local news stations regarding her representation of clients wrongfully denied disability insurance benefits. Along with her other partners, Ms. Smith has actively petitioned Congress, and personally met with Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, for much needed amendments to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Ms. Smith is a member of the Florida and New York Bars, and is admitted to practice before the Southern, Middle, and Northern District Courts of Florida, the Eastern and Southern District Courts of New York, as well as the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. She is a member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), American Bar Association (ABA), Florida Association of Women Lawyers, and the Broward County Bar Association, and attends local and national seminars to remain on the cutting edge of insurance benefits law.

Contact Information:

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Hollywood, FL 33021
Toll Free: 888-644-2644
Phone: 954-989-9000
Fax: 954-989-9999

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14255 U.S. Highway One Suite 235
Juno Beach, FL 33408
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Phone: 561-202-9170
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David K Jackson

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Winning becomes an important goal for almost every child.  Kindergarten children experience the desire to win right from the get go.  Society celebrates winners.  Everyone wants to be a winner regardless of the game being played.  However, life happens and adversity is an uninvited guest in life.  Do you throw your hands up and give-in to defeat?  “No”. says David K Jackson in his new uplifting, inspiring  book “Life in the Second Half“.  Within the book the author makes an analogy between the game of life and sports.

Is winning all that important?

It can be as childish as musical chairs at a children’s birthday party, or as serious as a campaign debate.  The winner gets all the accolades.  Winning feels great.  Pastor Jackson reminds us that no one is truly a loser, however everyone loves a winning story.  An individual who shares a story about never giving up is inspiring to everyone.  It gives all of us the hope that we to can enjoy the magic that is created when we win.

 Winning in the second half is what everyone wants to achieve

I think it is important to mention that frequently we forget one very critical ingredient.  On our way to winning we sometimes stumble, we often experience disappointment; we have to lose in order to truly understand winning.  Second or third place in any game should not be a letdown.   In fact, it tends to build our faith and give us the strength to give it another go.  Furthermore, I like to think of it as an opportunity to learn what we can do differently next time.  Pastor Jackson inspires his readers and followers to keep the faith.

Winning requires learning to lose with grace

The point I am making is as we travel through life everyone experiences winning and losing.  As we mature we begin to review our lives and make the changes we feel are will enhance our lives.  However, sometimes we begin to lose our objectivity.  Have you ever asked yourself, “I wish I had  known then what I know now?† Actually, asking that very important question is a good thing.  Occasionally we lose our way and feel stuck in a negative mode.  That is the time to reach out for support and guidance.

Today on NSI & DOOD RADIO we’re going to be speaking to David K Jackson.  David is a man of faith, a Pastor.  He has taken his many life experiences, to create a winning life for himself.  He openly shares what he has learned in his new book, Life In The Second Half.  As a former United States Marine, Pastor Jackson served as an Elite Marine Security Guard.  The training he received assisted him to become focused.  The United States military considers the Marine core a highly disciplined modality.  Pastor Jackson is now on the second half of his journey through life.  Life has taught him many lessons that he openly shares with his followers.  Today Pastor Jackson  is a certified personal trainer, life coach, motivational speaker and author.

The book-LIFE IN THE SECOND HALF

Author David K JacksonThe book is truly inspiring.  The book emphasizes that second chances are always present.  We all have the opportunity to learn from the past and rise to a winning status through faith, guidance and perseverance.

Enjoy Life Lessons by David K Jackson

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Speaking engagements: 404 -449 – 0682

email:secondhalf1@hotmail.co

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Artist Nona Lightman

Chinese Brush Painter

Click Here to listen to Nona Lightman’s Story art and Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a condition that affects millions of people in the United States today.  Studies have shown that there are many causes of this condition.  Fibromyalgia is a result of overactive nerves, which cause muscle pain, extreme sensitivity, tenderness, and overwhelming fatigue.  While, fibromyalgia is more common among women than men it can affect both sexes.  It is a chronic condition, which can cause great pain throughout the entire body.

Medical specialists have varying opinions as to the exact cause of fibromyalgia.

Furthermore, it is commonly accepted that people with any other form of autoimmune disorders are susceptible to developing this painful condition.  Often people struggling with this disorder suffer from sleep deprivation as well.  Fibromyalgia affects the level of serotonin in the body.  In conculsion, the good news is that it can be managed when supervised by a licensed medical practitioner.  There are several methods used to help relieve the chronic pain such as acupuncture, alternative holistic approaches, as well as pharmaceuticals.  Above all, it is important to remember that it is a real disorder and not imaginary.  As a result of misunderstanding the disorder, many people suffer in silence instead of seeking medical assistance.   Finally, you can live normal and productive lives even with fibromyalgia.

 Does Fibromyalgia prevent productivity and creativity?

Pink Lotus by Nona Lightman

Magnolia by Nona Lightman

Nona Lightman is an extremely talented artist specializing in Chinese Brush Painting.  She also struggles with fibromyalgia.  Her work is amazing and her fortitude is just as impressive.  During a recent conversation with Nona, she said, “ life goes on regardless of adversity.† If you are unfamiliar with Chinese brush painting it is an extremely disciplined art form, which has been in existence since 4000 BC.  Through the centuries the art has evolved allowing for a more individualized style and interpretation.  Nona has shown her work in galleries throughout Florida.  She is an outstanding instructor as well.  Although Chinese brush painting can be taught and learned, seldom is it totally mastered in the same high quality found in Nona’s work.  Her art decorates walls in public facilities as well as private homes.

Nona’s art and fashion clothing

Nona Lightman recently created a new way for us to enjoy her art.  She now has a new line of clothing, which allows you to wear her beautiful creations.  NSI & DOOD Radio is delighted to have Nona visiting today.  We are going to learn about the woman behind the art.  What makes her unique and how she deals with fibromyalgia?  See the results of her perseverance.

Wear the art

Make a statement with Nona’s art

Carry the art

 About Nona Lightman

Nona discovered her passion for Chinese brush painting while on a trip to Japan.  Chinese brush painting incorporates her love for nature’s beauty and an interest in the Chinese culture.  She has been painting and learning the skills that brush painting requires for over twenty years.  After becoming skilled in this art form she began teaching many others and taught in art centers and the Dayton Museum of Art.

Nona has a Bachelors of Art and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy from Wright State University.  Galleries and private homes proudly display Nona’s work.

In addition to Chinese painting she also works in mixed media to produce abstract paintings.  In 2005 she developed a technique of an abstract expressionist style using mixed media.

 Nona’s art is  now printed on tops, scarfs, and totes. Available for purchase at shopvida.com 

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