Ask Auntie Artichoke "Finding the Heart of the Story in the Journey of Life"
Show Summary:
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.
It's All About People! Do You 'Tell & Sell" or "Care & Share"?
It's all about people! Remember that when you network and interact with others! Learn how to do it effectively from our guest Bonnie Ross-Parker, America's Connection Diva who will uncover secrets of successful networking and give you valuable tips for life.
Go to www.EQforSuccess.com or www.Facebook.com/EQforSuccess to learn more about Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Relationships.
Episode Number:
008 Self-Help Sex Therapy
Episode Number:
057
In this episode #057 “Self-Help Sex Therapy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson provides some helpful resources and key steps and for individuals or couples to do while they are waiting for professional help or if they are on their own to create a mutually fulfilling sexual relationship.
See Also: "Self-Help Sex Therapy" on Laura's Strengthening Marriage Blog
KEYWORDS: self-help, sex therapy, homework, podcasts, counseling, marriage, resources, Marital Intimacy Show, Laura Brotherson
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Episode Duration:
09:57 
It Is All About Love
Self-love is the purpose of my current healing journey. I heard the words back on July 23rd 2011. I wrote in my journal at that morning :
Today I have 8 hours in the Dialysis Ward for both Dialysis and Plasma Exchange. This will be my 5th trip this week. The people on this ward are such friendly people and it is a great atmosphere. When I first went in there last Monday the ward was decorated with streamers etc, I thought maybe a birthday, no I found out later it was the football colors of Queensland and New South Wales.
The message that self -love was my journey was downloaded when I was having what was to be my last Dialysis treatment. I was just sitting there in a meditative state and I received the message. So this is what this kidney failure was all about. I also kept hearing that this was my soul's journey.
I wrote in my journal that day that this was where HEART centered living comes in and also The Law of Empowerment - more about that in an upcoming post. I know that empowerment and dis-empowerment are major players in this journey I am on. I slept well that night after watching the movie Beaches and I cried and cried. Now that is a very empowering movie. I then rested most of Sunday. Monday morning I drew the cards Harmony, Power and Soul- Mate and wrote the following: Read more ...
Overcoming NPS - The Need To Please Syndrome
Episode Number:
003
NPS - The Need to Please Syndrome. Admitting you have NPS is the beginning of healing. It's something most of us can diagnose ourselves with. Self diagnosis is the first step in healing NPS.
This is one of the many self healing tools I personally use and I talk in depth about in my book Embrace the BITCH Within - Being In Total Connection with Herself.
Episode Duration:
12:45 Your Conversation at the Salon Says More About You Than You Think
What do you usually talk about while you're getting your hair cut?
Your salon conversation can be an important indicator of how you feel about yourself as a woman.
Today, we're talking about some conversations that might sound silly when we point them out, but that are happening in salons everywhere. And they can actually be very degrading to women!
Emily, one of our fabulous hair stylists, came to us after working in the salon industry for several years. She's experienced both a typical salon environment and a salon where every woman is Dressing her Truth. I was curious how the conversations she had before compared with conversations she has now with women who understand their true nature and Type of beauty. Read more ...
Episode Number:
win32 ABUNDANCE VERSES ACCUMULATION
Show:
Glory of Home 
Dear Friends:
I am Donna Bell. I have been a coach and consultant for years with individuals, communities and Corporations. I am an author and expert on "Integrity of Space™. I am here to teach you how you may connect with your Home and Life. Your home is truly your abiding sanctuary, not only from the world; it is the compass for connecting with a new world that affects our society. The degree in which you allow your self to be be trained by your environment is the degree you may receive a Radiant New Life.
The key to having this life of which I speak is Space. Our Homes and Businesses are filled with so much noise which is seen in the way in which you are connected with your physical space. "I will sort this pile later, I will put the dishes away tomorrow, I can ... can... can... later..later.. later." This becomes your constant drumming of this someday world. Your world is bustling, incessant calls, tending to and project after project. Sound familiar?
The ego is great at demanding you have no time to focus on your home, your environment, desiring someone else may take over your job, especially when being successful. You have more important things to do. What amazes me is how often we miss the message and outcomes that occur any time you connect with clearing up what has been on your mind. This is way beyond completion. The Glory of Home is a sacred foundation available to you as you attend to what calls to you. Your home is your opportunity to notice who you are being within your home. It is not another thing to manage and get on top of, it is an intimate guidepost in connecting with your life. How alive is your environment? How much joy are you having without racing continuously? Read more ...
Overwhelm and Procrastination
The Get Stuff Done Lady ~ http://TheGetStuffDoneLady.com ~ gives tips on ending overwhelm caused by procrastination which releases guilt and shame while raising self-esteem and self-worth.
Episode Number:
005 "I'M LOST BUT STANDING IN MY KITCHEN"
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I'M LOST BUT STANDING IN MY KITCHEN-
Have you ever felt lost, yet were somewhere familiar like at home? How many times do we see with our own eyes what’s going on yet have no clue what just happened? What about when you make a solid plan to receive specific results and nothing turns out the way you expected? I’m not sure about you, but for me… when these have happened, I generally had an overwhelming feeling of ’WTF’ and stood dazed and confused until I could logically make up some reason to give my brain an answer that seemed to make sense. Because I didn’t know the truth. Obviously.
A person dies and their spirit goes to heaven right? Isn’t that the general rule and consensus that we all have been told? Of-course taking into account that that is only if you’ve been ‘good’ or the opposite is you’ve been ‘bad’ and your spirit goes to hell. This is a whole ‘nother subject that I will get into later because it has nothing to do with what I’m talking about right now. So, let that one go for the moment. What I’m talking about isn’t when a person dies and their spirit leaves their body. I’m going to introduce you to what happens when your spirit leaves your body when it is still alive. Huh? Yes. This happens. Your body is functioning like an empty tomb. The walking dead. No spirit inside… yet, heart is beating, lungs are breathing and you’re still driving your car to work. Read more ...
