Welcome to "Ask Auntie Artichoke" online audio and video shows. The honorary title of “Auntie” is given in many cultures to the wise women who guide and mentor others in life. “Aunties and Uncles” are sources of encouragement, support and unconditional love.

Why The Artichoke?

The symbol of the artichoke has great meaning in my teaching and writing.  As I work with families, I frequently find only the outer edges are exposed and can be prickly, hard to open and sometimes bitter. They are closed to new ideas or methods. Many families prefer the known over the unknown, even when the old patterns and skills are not serving them well.

But, as you expose the artichoke and people to warmth, caring, and time, gradually the leaves begin to open and expose the real treasure—the heart.

My training is as a parent educator, family coach, and personal historian.  I have written more than 20 books, hundreds of articles and am blessed to have had opportunities to speak internationally on family issues, including care giving. I am a life-long learner and connector.  My favorite volunteer activity is writing end-of-life stories for Hospice.

I have confidence in your ability to succeed.  Grab a cup of tea, put your feet up, and join me as I accompany and support you in your life's journey.

After the Stork will deal with common parenting challenges and discuss creative ways to discipine, balance family and work, and raise morally responsible children.

If you are really ready to WAKE UP to the truth of who you are, then ReAwakening Women will support you in doing just that.  Each week you will be provided with powerful tools & exercises to ReAwaken the warrior women within.  If you know that something needs to change and are looking for the HOW, here it is!  Ask any question & I will do my best to guide you with effortless Grace.

Kirsty O’Callaghan is known as an ethical and passionate business woman with a talent for engaging those around her. Kirsty shares that passion and her experience by speaking and sharing with you in the areas of parenting, wellbeing, and success.

These shows are for you, the Parent.  Right now Parenting is becoming all about finding balance, instead of re-engaging with the fun and fulfillment that parenting can be.  Kirsty leads you on a journey of rediscovering you, you feeling whole again, reducing judgement in your life and getting on with the job that is parenting.

"All healthy relationships begin with a healthy relationship with self."  Kristen Brown

 Are you struggling with relationships?  Are you recognizing repeating patterns in your relationships?  Are you seeking "more" but unsure how to find it?               

The best area to enlighten others is the journey we have overcome successfully.  After a major upheavel of my life where I was literally reduced to, what I perceived at the time as nothing, I decided right then and there I was going to figure this out!  I began my journey into discovering what the heck was going on!  During what I call my "Growth Year" I learned so incredibly much about myself and the world that I came out of a situation that could have ruined me forever as a brand new blossoming flower.  I finally understood that I was my own worst enemy and I had created so many negative situations in my life (either directly or indirectly) because of it.  My new way of showing up in the world has led me to a place of peace everyday.  It feels so amazing, I can't wait to share it with the world.  You too can discover this place of self-love and step into the life you desire!

Welcome to the Sensational Relationships Show, where you will learn how to empower all sorts of relationships. You will learn powerful tips and strategies for more positive  relationships with partners, children and your self!

Sensational Relationships  Made Easy is all about understanding positive communication.
It’s also about strategies to prevent and avoid conflict while having fun in relationships.
There is an emphasis on adult intimate relationships and good loving.
There are also practical parenting tips for promoting co-operative and happy kids so that parents have more time for themselves!

The quality and nature of our relationships directly determines our level of satisfaction and happiness in life.  The Sensational Relationships Show will give you practical strategies to enhance your relationships and build your own sense of personal power.

Welcome to The You and Yours Show, designed to help you embrace your strengths, take care of your emotional health, and strengthen your family relationships. You'll gain practical tips to carve out "you" time, increase self-acceptance, and help your family relationships thrive! With 21 years of practical experience in the trenches of family life AND over 15 years as a therapist, Julie Hanks, LCSW will offer practical insight and inspiration on how to care for you AND your family!

Websites:

JulieHanks.com

WasatchFamilyTherapy.com

Contact: Email

Welcome to "Cupid's Corner", the show that provides you with dating tips, relationship advice and inspiration on how to live your best life and be the best you with or without a man. As a real life matchmaker, I can help navigate you through the sometimes perilous waters of first dates, break-ups and everything in between.