Kristina Lucia, an award-winning and bestselling author, creator, and artist known for her Bella Lucia Book Series. In this heartfelt episode, Kristina shares her journey from a corporate career to becoming a beloved children's book author, and how her personal healing journey has shaped her mission.

We delve into the importance of identifying our feelings and empathizing with others, key themes in Kristina’s work. She offers valuable insights into improving communication skills, both for parents and children, and discusses how she incorporates the principles of the Serenity Prayer into her life and writing.

Kristina also talks about her beautifully crafted crocheted characters that complement her books, enhancing the emotional connection with her readers. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone interested in emotional growth and healing, this episode is filled with practical advice and inspiring stories. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with the talented and compassionate Kristina Lucia.

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• https://www.subscribepage.com/bellas-garden-coloring-drawing

• Website: www.kristinalucia.com

• Instagram: Kristinaluciapezza

If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy listening to my interview with Donna Carr Roberts author of The Adventures of Mr. Fuzzy Ears

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Noah Asher talks about his book on finding God in the Chaos. This is a great book recommendation on finding purpose. We are thrilled to welcome award-winning author Noah Asher. Noah shares his incredible journey from incarceration and despair to becoming a successful business owner and acclaimed author. His book, CHAOS: Overcoming the Overwhelming, is a beacon of hope for those facing life's toughest challenges.

Join us as Noah discusses how he found purpose in his pain and how his faith has guided him through chaos. Learn about his mission to provide free copies of CHAOS to prison libraries and rehab centers, his work on a groundbreaking re-entry reform bill, and his efforts to bring free resources to inmates across the country.

Tune in to hear Noah's inspiring story and discover how you, too, can find strength and purpose amidst life's chaos. This episode is a testament to the power of hope, help, and humor in transforming lives.

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• https://www.instagram.com/thenoahasher

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Kim Colella is a Spirit Doula and Author of Spirit Embraced: A Guiding Memoir for a life Authentic and Free, won a 2020 Nautilus Award and a 2021 American Bookfest Award. Her purpose is to assist others to move with courage and grace through life’s many transitions and has followed her spirit’s urging to places beyond her familiar. She ministered to both the elderly and teens as a Jesuit Volunteer; traveled to Calcutta to meet and experience the work of Mother Theresa; joined a delegation of women to witness the AIDS pandemic in South Africa; designed and implemented a Peace Program for her son’s inner-city public school, assisted over 25 women in giving birth, and helped others prepare for their deaths. These experiences have fostered in her a deep awe and respect for each phase of life. Today we will be talking about honoring our needs, moving beyond resistance, and trusting ourselves.

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• Website: http://SpiritDoula.com

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KimColella.MA https://www.facebook.com/KimColella.Author

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/kimebert

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritdoulakim/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimec/

If you are interested in purchasing her book Spirit Embraced: A Guiding Memoir for a Life Authentic and Free

If you enjoyed this episode you might also enjoy my interview with Debbie Weiss, author of On Second Thought… Maybe I Can. You can listen to it here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QntzgLQju5dlRGtd1bJj9?si=BXplBRpSRJGde8MTQLBKhw

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