Written by: Nicola Hunt, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. If you were offered something that was without side effects and that could make you more creative, improve your memory, concentration and attention, reduce your stress levels, look after your mental health and boost your immune system... helping you become more productive, more successful and achieve the goals you want to achieve, would you be interested? Well, there is something that can do all of the above, is free and available to everyone .... sleep! As well as the benefits listed above, sleep also helps to keep you slim and reduce food cravings, protects you from cancer and dementia, lowers your risk of a heart attack or stroke and reduces the risk of depression and anxiety. So with all these benefits available to us and completely free, why do we not prioritize sleep? Why do we feel we are more productive burning the candle at both ends, working late into the night and getting up early to start again? To be at its best, our brain requires sleep, and different stages of sleep offer different benefits to our brain at different times of the night. Denying our brain sleep denies it the ability to function at its full capacity and then we wonder why we spend our days complaining of brain fog and struggling to maintain focus and attention on the tasks we need to complete. Let’s look at sleep and memory. We make different types of memory so let’s start with fact-based memory, such as memorizing a person’s name, phone number, or remembering where you parked your car. An area of the brain called the hippocampus receives all the information and creates a record. However, like all storage, the hippocampus can become full. Once full, there is a risk you will not be able to add any further information. Or just like a memory stick… you start writing over the information that is already there, otherwise known as forgetting. Scientists hypothesize that information is transferred out of the hippocampus either into long-term memory or is discarded during sleep. This means when we wake, our hippocampus is ready to take on our next days memories. So if we deprive ourselves of sleep, we deprive ourselves of the ability to go through our short-term memory and empty it. So we reach a point of information overload. We lose the ability to remember new facts and figures. We become forgetful, maybe missing appointments and life becomes more stressful as we spend more time looking for our keys and phone as we forget where we last put them. Neuroscientists have also demonstrated a link between lack of sleep and our ability to sustain attention. In part, this is due to sleep deprivation causing micro-sleeps or lapses of attention throughout the daytime, but there is also evidence that lack of sleep affects some of the functions of the frontal lobe, such as being able to sustain attention and problem-solving. No wonder those tasks become harder when we haven’t had our full quota of sleep. So, are you convinced you can sleep your way to success? It is pretty clear that sleep is vital, yet many people find it elusive. Ask a good sleeper what they do to go to sleep, and they are likely to answer something along the lines of “go to bed” or “put my head on the pillow”. Those who sleep well rarely do anything to sleep well, but for the poor sleepers, that elusive good night sleep is sought after with special pillow sprays, bedtime rituals and seeking the magic solution. What can you do if you’re one of the people who find it difficult to get a good night sleep? First let’s understand more about sleep. What happens to our body to make us want to sleep. Our body has a rhythm to it known as the circadian rhythm. Adults have a circadian rhythm of 90 minutes. Every 90 minutes, we cycle through a pattern of fluctuating levels of alertness. We have all experienced that mid-afternoon slump that we battle our way through until 45 minutes later our energy levels have lifted. This is true for adults; babies and children have a shorter circadian rhythm. So if we have a 90-minute circadian rhythm, why don’t we sleep every 90 minutes? As well as circadian rhythm, we have sleep pressure. In the morning, after a nights sleep, the sleep pressure (the need to sleep) is low, and as the day progresses, sleep pressure builds, hence the afternoon dip, until bedtime, we succumb to the pressure to sleep. What causes our pressure to sleep? A key factor in how sleep is regulated is exposure to light and darkness and its impact on the hormone melatonin, a hormone that makes us feel less alert and sleepy. Melatonin is a hormone created and stored in the pineal gland in the presence of blue light and released into the bloodstream as the light dims and darkness falls. Therefore melatonin levels are highest in the evening and night-time as natural light fades. This system worked fine before the negative impact of the invention of electricity. This system was even more negatively affected by the invention of televisions, tablets, and smart phones, all of which emit blue light that we often use when natural light is dimming. To help regulate melatonin production we need our eyes to be exposed to natural light, preferably in the morning, for at least 30 minutes and ideally a couple of hours. This is best achieved by being outside, or at least sitting next to a window and natural daylight. Even on a grey overcast day in the city, approximately 5000 lumens of light are compared to approximately 400 lumens of light from an indoor light source. We also do not want to continue to produce melatonin close to bedtime. We want to enable it to be released. So not using blue light-emitting screens before bed, ideally in the 2 hours leading up to bedtime, can help you get a good night's sleep. We also need to understand our sleep chronotype. Some people are natural larks, early to bed early to rise; while others are owls, late to sleep late to rise. We tend to select partners with the opposite chronotype to ourselves, because biologically, this provides the best 24-hour care for our young, with a shorter period of overlap. However, this does not necessarily lead to a harmonious relationship as one tries to fit in with the other's sleep patterns. It is also interesting to be aware that the circadian rhythms in teenagers are different from adults'. Teenager's natural rhythm is to fall asleep later and to wake later. A teenager who is still asleep at 9:00 am is just living by his natural circadian rhythm. However, one that is still in bed at 1:00 pm is not! So now we understand the physiology of how and why we sleep, let's consider other factors that may positively or negatively impact sleep. As we start to fall asleep, body temperature naturally decreases by 1 to 2°C compared with our waking body temperature. Therefore a room that is too warm can prevent this natural decrease in body temperature and inhibit sleep. Having a room that is slightly cooler can help you fall asleep. Having a warm bath before bedtime can also help as body temperature drops after having a bath. Eating before bedtime causes body temperature to rise as we have to digest the food that we have eaten. So while a small snack may be required to stave off hunger through the night a 3 course meal close to bedtime is likely to lead to tossing and turning. Exercise, although beneficial for sleep, needs to be avoided in the 2 hours before bedtime. Exercise has a stimulating effect, making us more alert and raising our body temperature. The environment we sleep in can also have a positive or negative effect on sleep. A noisy, cluttered environment full of stimulation can prevent us from getting that good night sleep. Keeping the bedroom clutter-free, dark and free of screens can help us achieve better sleep. A good rule to observe is to limit food, alcohol, exercise, screen use, and nicotine in the 2 hours before bedtime as all of these have a negative effect on sleep. Caffeine has a half-life of approximately 4 hours, meaning that 4 hours later, caffeine's stimulant effect is half as effective as it was when you drank it. Therefore restricting caffeinated drinks to the morning or certainly no later than mid-afternoon can help your sleep pattern. Stress can have a very negative effect on sleep, particularly falling asleep and early awakening, and stress management techniques can help you nod off and stay asleep. Sleep is vital for physical and mental health. If self-help techniques aren't enough seeking help from someone trained in sleep management is the next step on the path to a good night's sleep. Find Nicola at Physiocare for physiotherapy or follow us on Facebook and for coaching find us here! Nicola Hunt, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Nicola Hunt is a Chartered Physiotherapist and an Executive Coach, dedicated to helping people reach their full potential, whether that is with their physical recovery after injury or helping people be resilient, reach their goals and live their most fulfilling life. Nicola held a leadership role within the NHS and the position of Allied Health Professional Executive alongside developing her own physiotherapy business. Nicola specializes in the prevention and treatment of concussion and brain injury, is a CCMI affiliated concussion clinic and has a Diploma in Professional Coaching and Mentoring and a Diploma in Stress Management. After combining a successful career with the NHS with her own businesses, she now focuses solely on her Physiotherapy and Coaching businesses.

Written by: Maria-Paz Hornisch, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. After creating my own business and in its early stages, I felt lost. ⁠I had 12 years of corporate experience and thought it would be easy to carry this new entrepreneurship, but oh boy, I was wrong! ⁠I struggled so hard trying to build all my business, its tech, and systems, choosing the right platforms to use, and ended up spending more time, energy, and money that I needed to. I quickly realized that this is something common among solo entrepreneurs, who need to learn things from scratch and often found themselves with too much information, too little knowledge and time to implement, and end up either confused with a headache, not having anything implemented at all, or implementing new things but not functioning the way they should. After some months and a little struggle, everything cleared up for me. I went from being an overworked and overwhelmed mompreneur into having a clear path to follow through, set up the right strategies for my business, and automating almost 90% of it! I decided to bottle my know-how and create a framework that would help entrepreneurs like me, going through the same I went through, to have more time to dedicate to their business and families and get the freedom they always wanted. The framework I designed helps implement the 5 essential systems a service-based business needs (Website, Landing and Sales Pages, Social Media, Email Marketing, CRM), in a step by step, organized, and productive way. It has helped my clients and me implement systems in a matter of days, generating more time to dedicate to our businesses and have less stress and overwhelm along the way. The Digital Madl Framework consists of four steps that should be used every time a new system is implemented within your business: 1. Align: Align your Business with your Ideal Client Before even starting to think about implementing systems, you need to have the core of your business align with your ideal client. This involves not only knowing who you want to work with, but it's more of a deep-dive of their daily life, affinities, and demographics to implement the systems that will help them when working with you. 2. Implement: Implement the Systems Implement the systems that will help your business run automatically and will give you the time you need to focus on what matters the most: your clients, your family, and yourself. Select the system to be implemented Outline the features the system should have/plan the system's roadmap Select the platform/tool to be used (it should have available the features your systems needs to function in the way you want to) Implement the roadmap into the platform Test If you implement things without a plan, you won't know what to do, lose time, and get overwhelmed during the process, and most probably won't be able to finish it. 3. Analyze: Analyze the Performance After the system has been running for some time, analyze its performance reviewing its main KPIs (key performance indicators). Implementation without analysis won't let your business grow and get close to perfection and optimization. 4. Optimize: Optimize and improve The analysis made will give you opportunities to improve, make sure your implemented system is running the way you planned, and work the way you dreamed of. An implemented system without optimization won't take you and your business to the next level. I use this framework in every coaching program I have, so my clients can learn how to do things in a straightforward, step-by-step, and easy way, without the overwhelm and stress of learning something new can bring. Do you want to read more about this framework? Download the complete PDF here. For more info, follow Maria-Paz on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn or visit her website. Read more from Maria-Paz! Maria-Paz Hornisch, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Maria-Paz Hornisch is the Business Coach & Digital Marketing Strategist behind The Digital Madl, dedicated to helping ambitious mompreneurs with branding and digital marketing strategies to create a rock-solid presence online and skyrocket sales. Maria-Paz is a bachelor in Business Administration and holds an MBA in Luxury Business from ISC Paris École de Commerce. For twelve years, she developed her career in Chile, France, and Germany, working for a Spanish multinational commercial bank and two German luxury and fashion e-commerce companies. Originally from Santiago de Chile, she now lives in Munich, Germany.

Cheryl Meyer suffered from autoimmune disease. By eliminating hundreds of toxins, she reversed her pain. Cheryl has a BA from UC-Berkeley and is a health coach from IIN. Cheryl is an award-winning author, international bestseller, health coach, speaker, local tv host and guest podcaster. Name: Cheryl Meyer aka Cheryl M Health Muse: Award Winning Best Selling Author, Publisher, Health Coach, Speaker, International Podcaster, Local Community Access TV Host Location: Los Angeles, California United States Industry: Health Business Name: Cheryl M Health Muse, Inc. Favorite Quote to live by: “At any moment you have to power to say, this is not how this story is going to end.” Anonymous Key lessons learned from my illness: Own your own life. Own your own health Learn to listen to your body. It will tell you how it feels. You just must tune in to hear it. Be proactive. Take back your power over your own body. It’s never too late to start healthy habits. Please give us a bit of background on who you are and what you do? I was a solopreneur with my own jewelry business, and I designed jewelry for major retailers. Nine years ago, I woke up in horrible pain. Every joint and every muscle in my body hurt. After multiple visits to my conventional MD and comprehensive testing, my MD suggested there was nothing wrong with me and offered me steroids. She suggested I seek mental therapy. I was not going to live a life of pain and pills. I knew I hurt, and that something was wrong with my body. I started researching. I tripped into summits being run by the Functional Medical community and watched 19 of them. The recurring themes were that I probably had an autoimmune disease and “leaky gut” and that “toxic load” was at the core of my pain. There were 2 things I could do for myself. I could lower my stress, and I could eliminate toxins from my life. So, I dug in. I was appalled to discover that toxins were everywhere.” Flash forward 5 years. I eliminated hundreds of toxins in my life. I found stress exercises I now do daily I found a Functional MD, who confirmed that I had autoimmune disease and approached my body from a different perspective. This combination eliminated my pain and lowered my inflammation. I kept meeting other women who were frightened, sick, in pain, and frustrated and I wanted to help them. At 67, I returned to school at the renowned Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) to become a health coach so that I could encourage others to use the tools I had discovered. After graduation, I wrote my first book, It Feels Good to Feel Good, Learn to Eliminate Toxins, Reduce Inflammation, and Feel Great Again. That book has now won 15 awards. I explain my entire journey, how I researched, where I researched, what I found was toxic in my life, and what I replaced it with. I discuss why it is important to lower our toxic load. It’s a layman’s guide to what is causing our chronic illness epidemic in the United States. In the last three years, I have done over 200 podcasts as a guest, and 17 summits about toxins. I published my second book in May 2020 at the request of my Functional MD. Feeling Good, Living Low Toxin in Community and Everyday Living explains how my new habits became sustainable without giving up my crucial social relationships. How I eat out at restaurants when I don’t eat the SAD, (Standard American Diet of processed foods and fast foods.) I discuss how I am a guest in others homes, how I travel by car, domestically, and internationally, how to cruise. I discuss the importance of eating the rainbow and the significance of controlling what we eat by cooking our own food. I give tips on how to buy healthy food on a budget and on how I convert any recipe to a healthier version using my “Use This Not That” exchange list. I share tips on controlling stress, how to get 7 hours of continuous sleep, practicing gratitude, and utilizing nature for self-care. Finally, since over 50% of the children in the United States have a chronic illness, I included a section on raising healthy children in the 21st Century, and also a section on how to create a low toxin environment for our pets so that they too can grow old and thrive. This book has already won 4 awards, including the prestigious Mom’s Choice Gold Award. To reach a broader audience, I started a podcast, “It Feels Good to Feel Good, Learn to Eliminate Toxins, Reduce Inflammation, and Futureproof your Health” on RHG TV/ Voice America. It plays in 69 countries. One week I discuss an important topic on health, and the opposite week, I interview someone who also got a chronic illness, owned their own body and health, and returned to wellness by making lifestyle changes. I have interviewed someone who is bi-polar, cancer survivors, heart attack survivors, celiac disease survivors, Crohn’s’ disease survivors, a coma survivor who found her destiny, and someone who got a chronic illness who went from a wheelchair to training others as a resiliency coach. I recently interviewed someone with Rheumatoid Arthritis who had started slipping down the slippery path to Alzheimer’s, and who has returned to wellness and cognizance. These interviews are to give others hope that whatever the state of their health, if they own it, and change, it is not where their story needs to end. I will always have an autoimmune disease, but I no longer have pain, and that’s huge. I am now 71 and feel better than I did in my 50’s. What has happened in your life since you got so ill and then returned to wellness yourself? I found my mission to help others with chronic illnesses. Since I first got sick, there is very little about my life that is the same. I ended a toxic relationship. I met my soul mate and married him. I sold my jewelry business and became a health coach. I became an award-winning author and now an international podcaster. I am as happy as I have ever been in my life. It does “feel good to feel good.” What are your next projects? I am planning to publish a digital magazine about health, that will be published by the end of 2020. I would like to do a compilation book with all the stories of victory from illness to wellness that I hear on my podcast. I keep looking for new ways to get my mission heard so that I bring hope to many and inspire positive change. What makes you different from other health coaches? Why should someone hire you? To start, I have walked in my client’s shoes. People never truly understand something until it happens to them. I got sick, I owned my own health and I figured out how to return to wellness. I specifically work with clients with chronic illness giving them hope and helping them find solutions. People come to me because they are hurt and frustrated and don’t think anyone understands. I carefully listen to the client about their health issues. I am a compassionate coach because I was once in their position. I believe that everyone can significantly improve their health if they are willing to change. My research has given me a vast basis of knowledge that I use to inspire others. I keep clients on the path and hold them accountable to their own goals. People who hire a coach want to win, and I can help them do that with their health. I help clients write their own stories so that they can create their own ending. They take back their power over their health. Cheryl has written four books on health and toxins available here. For more information, follow Cheryl on Facebook, Instagram and connect with her on LinkedIn! Read more from Cheryl!

Written by: Sukanya Datta, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Hello and a big welcome to all people around the world. As we might have noticed, varied things have taken place with respect to the pandemic. Business were shut down suddenly, some offices got closed forever, millions lost jobs, and thousands of employees faced salary cuts. Overall, unemployment increased and a slowdown occurred. We also saw a heavy crash down on the stock market. Many must have thought that this would be shattering their dreams. But this is not the truth! When one door closes, the other opens. Things can get quite complicated and overwhelming for most, especially entrepreneurs. Finance is the most important characteristic to look in to before positioning oneself in the world of pioneer dom. Here are a few tips and secrets on how one can remain stable irrespective of the external environment. Trading This is a very lucrative option to grow money. Beware! You can also lose a lot if you don’t play around this well. There are various trades offered worldwide. They are cryptocurrency, corporate shares (stock), mutual funds, forex, options, bonds and futures. Before you delve into any of these, make sure you do extensive research. Gather all the information through news channels and authorized websites. The most important question that you should be asking yourself is about the kind of investment and profit you want. “Long term investment or short term investment with immediate profit”. It is not necessary to be in to full-time trading to make huge gains. In fact, passive trading is also worthwhile. Many might consider taking smaller gains and slowly progressing rather than waiting on a long term basis. Whereas long term profits might The most important aspect is technical analysis that most people tend to ignore. Thorough research needs to be done. Many are afraid of entering trading due to this reason. As I always say, nobody needs to be a mathematician in order to learn this. Letting go of the fear and be able to break free from the apprehensions is highly needed. A few extra tips to consider… 👉 Allocate funds wisely. Diversify it in to various industries. Invest more on dividend receiving stock. 👉 Apply the Fibonacci series to analyze the graph pattern for certain markets. Create check points to inspect for bearish (buy) and bullish points (sell). 👉 Having a trading plan. Casual trading may not bring the profits you desire. 👉 Being risk averse. The money that you are willing to risk on a given trade needs to be determined. The risk to reward ratio is a way of accessing lower risks and higher profits. Make and raise money yourself!! Visit my Instagram for more info! Read more from Sukanya! Sukanya Datta, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Sukanya Datta is an electrical engineer. Along with the tech side, she is also a certified fashion designer. Being a tech lover, she have had a penchant for creativity. Entrepreneurship is a big journey and both tech and fashion have been a boon in her life. From developing monetary strategies and embark on the body positivity mission across the world and bridging the gap between women and fashion.

Written by: Maxim Minin, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. In my career as a business and wellness coach, which involves meeting and conversing with people from different walks of life, with different mindsets and issues, I have seen one aspect of psychology be the underlying issue more frequently than others in recent years. The issue is that of an IMPOSTER SYNDROME. In fact, I have heard myself talk to people dealing with imposter syndrome more in the last 5 years or so. I am sure many of you have passingly come across the word or read about it somewhere. In my opinion, since Impostor syndrome is not a recognized disorder, and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Fifth Edition) (DSM-5) does not list criteria for diagnosing it, it is important to have some level of understanding of its symptoms and methods to deal with it. Thus I want to spend some time explaining the definitions of imposter syndrome and share some useful steps to deal with it. Let's get to the fundamentals. What exactly is imposter syndrome? Imposter syndrome can be defined  as a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist despite evident success . ‘Imposters’ suffer from chronic self-doubt and a sense of intellectual fraudulence that override any feelings of success or external proof of their competence. They seem unable to internalise their accomplishments, however successful they are. What are the common feelings people suffering from imposter syndrome deal with? Some common thoughts and feelings associated with imposter syndrome include: “I must not fail” there is pressure not to fail in order to avoid being “found out.” Success becomes an issue since it brings the added pressure of responsibility and visibility. “I feel like a fake” imposters feel they do not deserve success and believe that they give others a false impression of being competent but deep down feel inadequate and unknowledgeable. “It’s all down to luck” Imposters" attribute success to luck and not their own abilities. “Success is no big deal” Imposters downplay or discount their success. A person with impostor syndrome has: a sense of being a fraud fear of being discovered difficulty internalizing their success Who can suffer from Imposter syndrome, and how long does it last? Impostor syndrome can affect anyone, regardless of job, social status or gender. Having said that, high-achieving individuals experience imposter syndrome often. Many people experience symptoms for a limited time, such as in the first few weeks of a new job. For others, the experience can be lifelong. How does imposter syndrome impact mental health? The fear of not being good enough can lead to mental health complications, in some cases. The person may experience: Anxiety Fear of being a fraud Depression Frustration Lack of self-confidence Shame However, experts do not consider impostor syndrome a mental health condition. What are the different types of Imposter Syndrome? Below are the five types of “impostors” who can manifest as a result of Imposter Syndrome: The expert will not feel satisfied when finishing a task until they feel that they know everything about the subject. The time spent searching for information can make it hard to complete tasks and projects. The perfectionist experiences high levels of anxiety, doubt, and worry, especially when they set themselves extreme goals that they are unable to achieve. A perfectionist will focus on areas where they could have done better rather than celebrate their achievements. Natural geniuses master many new skills quickly and easily, and they may feel ashamed and weak when faced with a goal that is too hard. Learning that everyone needs to struggle to achieve some goals may help. The soloist , or “rugged individualist,” prefers to work alone, fearing that asking for help will reveal incompetence. The person may turn down help in an attempt to prove their self-worth. Superheroes often excel due to extreme effort, as in “workaholism.” This can lead to burnout, which can affect physical and mental well-being and relationships with others. What are the tips for overcoming impostor syndrome? Recognize imposter feelings when they emerge . Awareness is the first step to change, so ensure you track these thoughts: what they are and when they emerge. Rewrite your mental programs . Instead of telling yourself they are going to find you out or that you don’t deserve success, remind yourself that it’s normal not to know everything and that you will find out more as you progress. Talk about your feelings . There may be others who feel like imposters too – it’s better to have an open dialogue rather than harbor negative thoughts alone. Consider the context . Most people will have experience moments or occasions where they don’t feel 100% confident. There may be times when you feel out of your depth, and self-doubt can be a normal reaction. If you catch yourself thinking that you are useless, reframe it: “the fact that I feel useless right now does not mean that I really am.” Reframe failure as a learning opportunity . Find out the lessons and use them constructively in future. This is a critical lesson for everyone. Be kind to yourself . Remember that you are entitled to make small mistakes occasionally and forgive yourself. Don’t forget to reward yourself for getting the big things right. Seek support . Everyone needs help; recognize that you can seek assistance and that you don’t have to do everything alone. This will give you a good reality check and help you talk things through. Seek help from a trusted confidant that you can reach out to for some guidance? Find a friend, family member, colleague, or manager you can connect with, so you feel less alone in navigating Imposter Syndrome. Visualise your success . Keep your eye on the outcome – completing the task or making the presentation, which will keep you focused and calm. Follow me on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and visit my website for more info! Read more from Maxim! Maxim Minin, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Maxim, Wellness & Business coach and Founder of www.livewithsmile.com , started his entrepreneurial journey as a personal trainer and wellness coach. Through the years of self education and working with clients in achieving their health goals, he realized that real wellness is achieved through a balance and fulfillment in finances, relationship, parenting, and of course, self-care. His mission is to help stay at home mothers, parents or those who are not fulfilled in their life to breakthrough their beliefs, transform their relationship and communication as well as start building an online coaching, consulting or experts business that will allow them to generate more income, free more time, promote self-growth and in the end lead to that desired fulfillment with finances, relationship, kids and well being.’

Rachel Tindall is a Writer and Writing Coach at Capturing Your Confidence. Her lifelong love of learning inspired her to pursue education in writing, as well as teaching. Throughout her years of teaching at the university and community college levels, she has developed a strong desire to continue to be the best learner and educator she can be – a coach. Rachel uses intentional motivation and empowerment to facilitate growth for driven writers and creatives on their journey to becoming unstoppable dream-getters. Building confidence in her colleagues and students is at the heart of all she does. Who is Rachel? Well, I’m a writer – that’s both personal and professional. My current work in progress is a Young Adult (YA) fiction novel that I’ve been working on for a little more than a year. I love it and I continue to be excited to see where it goes! I also like to read. Because I do what I love for a living, I’ve also been trying to find some unrelated hobbies. So far, I’m enjoying sewing & paint by number. Other than that, I’m married to a pretty great guy & we have two dogs, Charlie and Maxwell. They definitely keep us on our toes & make quite the pair! There’s never a “boring” day around here. We love to walk in the local parks, and pretty soon, Max will be old enough (and listen well enough) to go hiking in some of the local trails. We live in central Indiana, so we’re just starting to see the fall foliage. Fall is my absolute favorite – I wait all year for it! You can definitely catch me looking longingly at my baggy sweaters in the middle of summer. Tell us a little bit about your business Capturing Your Confidence. My mission at Capturing Your Confidence is to facilitate measurable growth, through intentional motivation & empowerment, for writers and creatives on their journey to becoming unstoppable dream-getters. That being “officially” said, I work with writers and professionals who are bored and/or unhappy at work to create a work-life balance with creativity and “the day job.” Because everyone is different, this could look like setting up a writing schedule, or it could mean figuring out a plan to quit their job and pursue their creative passion full time. I also do freelance writing & editing. I’ve done blogs, articles, and landing pages so far. I’m currently learning how to write more effective sales copy & email marketing strategy. I specialize in taking clients’ thoughts and general brand feel and putting them onto the page in a way that meaningfully connects with their audience. I’m beginning to dabble in course development for clients as well. Having been a university instructor for years and growing a career in education outside of academia, it feels like a natural (and exciting!) extension of writing. Who should hire/work with you? In terms of writing coaching, if you’re someone who: Loves to write Wants to write but is stuck Is interested in writing but someone told you you’re not good enough Is terribly bored at work and knows you have more creative potential Is ready to get serious about your writing Wants some encouragement & accountability for your creative projects Needs help on the “skills” pieces of writing: Grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, sentence structure, etc. Wants to plan ahead but doesn’t know how “Doesn’t have time” to write but wants to Doesn’t think that writers can make good money, but the idea appeals if you could just figure out that one piece I can help, and I would love to chat! In terms of writing & editing, if you need: Well-written content Precision editing Open & forward communication Consistency & professionality with a warm touch Someone who can take what you’re thinking and feeling and put it onto paper in a way that your audience will fall in love with I’m your girl! The advantage of having multiple degrees and teaching experience in writing is that I’ve seen almost anything you could possibly throw my way (especially in terms of editing). How exactly can you coach someone to be a better writer? I always start new coaching clients out with a 1:1 goal-setting session. It’s one thing to have goals, but it’s something else to actually write them out and plan how to get there. We typically set about 1-3 goals to work toward in the short term. Once we have the goal(s) in place, I work with each individual during our sessions and give tasks in between sessions to practice new skills and take small steps toward their goal. Recently I’ve worked with clients on outlining presentations to stay on topic & setting up a manageable writing schedule with multiple looming deadlines. I think, perhaps, writing coaching is a little different from other types of coaching. For instance, a business coach might be able to say, “I can help you scale to $10k income per month in X number of months working together.” As a writing coach, I can’t do that as precisely because there isn’t one set outcome. I could say, “I can help you outline your next big writing project,” but it’s equally likely that someone needs encouragement and accountability, which might sound something like, “I can help you set up a writing schedule and be an accountability partner for you so that you can land that next big opportunity when you complete this project.” The first step will always be to identify the goals and then figure out how to get there. Sometimes this looks like more traditional skills building, but other times it’s being a fountain of positivity and encouragement because the skills are already there, but the confidence is not. For the coaching I offer, everything is based on the individual needs and 1:1 time. What kind of content can our readers expect from you? As you might expect, I write a lot about writing! In the context of leadership, coaching, and entrepreneurship, I think it’s also going to be important to discuss the skills and steps it takes to be a professional writer and writing coach. It’s definitely not something I think everyone could or should pursue, so I want to make sure all of my content is grounded firmly in reality, while still leaving room to dream of what could be. One of the biggest things I feel is critical for any leadership role is mindset. I work most often with creative confidence & growth mindset, so those will be high in my priorities to discuss in a professional setting, as well. For more info, follow me on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and visit my website ! Read more from Rachel !

Written by: Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Let’s be honest for a moment…Millennials get such a bad rap nowadays, not because of experience but because of their age. Discrimination takes on many forms, and even though we don’t want to believe it, Millennials fall into that category. Coming from a Baby Boomer era, I also was once guilty of this. I had my discriminations, my uncertainties, my one sided conversations, my thoughts until I opened myself up to learning why I felt this way. After having conversations and working with Millennials, it was then I received my “a-ha” moment. As Lisa Nicholas would say, this was my “BOL” (break through out loud) time. Opening yourself to the possibilities and gifts that Millennials can bring to your Entrepreneurial team are very informative, fresh ideas and you might just learn something. Imagine that! Below are some of the biggest myths I have heard about this group of young professionals. In working with and adding Millennials to my team, I realize they are looking for the same things as anyone else, the opportunity for their voice to be heard! 1. Millennials in the workplace are young & entitled. Yes, even though they are young, I don’t get the perception that they feel entitled. I think this is one of those myths that was passed down onto this generation. I look at it as an asset because they are young; they can offer fresh and new ideas to the team. They want to be on a winning team, just like anyone else. 2. Millennials have no sense of work ethics. No, I don’t find this statement true. Some of the hardest working people on my team are Millennials. They don’t have to prove what they are capable of. They have shown the passion, willingness and desire to be open to endless possibilities of what they can be taught and willing to work hard for it. Not having any work ethics can fall on all of us, not just this group. 3. Millennials don’t have any sense of patience or loyalty toward slow career growth. No, think about this how many people, especially business owners or entrepreneurs, have you run across in your life who wanted “instant results”, who didn’t want to put the work in, but wanted the “rewards” now? So why would we put this label on Millennials only? Based on my experiences, because Millennials are discriminated against, they will work harder and be more loyal because they feel they have to prove themselves repeatedly just to have a seat at the entrepreneurial table. 4. Millennials (Generation Y's) are often confused with Generation Z's. Yes, the youngest aged millennials are 24. They are really not that young, so to speak. The age range of Millennials, also known as Generation Y, is 24-39 years old. The age range of Generation Z is 25-29 years old. Even though there is cross over with ages, when you are referring to myths that are placed on these generations, are you getting it right? Be open to what both generations can offer and bring to the table. You may be pleasantly surprised at what an asset they can really be to your "Dream Team". This is the year of 2020, the year where things are constantly changing. In the corporate office world, Millennials might be looked upon as one way, whereas it's different in the business online world. It's accepted to be younger, almost to the point to where it is encouraged. Let me leave you with this, allow yourself to be open and see what this generation cannot only offer your team but how they can help you reach levels that you never thought was possible. Have a great day on purpose! For more information, follow me on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and visit my website ! Felicia Shanken, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Felicia Shanken is a Women Strategist and Builder. She is the Founder/CEO of the Philadelphia Women's Network Connection, LLC and PWNC Foundation 501(c)(3). PWNC is about helping local business women build their business, connect with like minded individuals and benefit from shared resources. The Foundation is committed to helping women growing a business as a solo entrepreneur transition from a full-time or part-time job to full time entrepreneurship. Felicia has also been recognized and honored by " Fun Times Magazine " in their March/April 2020 edition for being, " 2020 Philadelphia Who's Who Black Women of Influence". Felicia had the opportunity in September 2019 to have her own show on RVNTV a digital television platform called " Power Up Your Passion" where she brings guest on to talk about their passion in life and how it lead to where they are now. Felicia was raised in Queens, New York. She moved to Philadelphia over 20 years ago where she met her husband, Paul, a native Philadelphian. They live in the Fairmont area of Center City Philadelphia.

Written by: Amanda Rose, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Entrepreneurs in the online space are always talking about this "magic" income number. Yet relatively few achieve it. "6-SIMPLE STEPS TO 6-FIGURES" IS A LOAD OF HOT STEAMING BULL DUNG. Sorry to burst the fairytale bubble of that attractive marketing tactic, but it's simply a lie. A business has a lot of components. It's not 6 simple steps. It's more like putting together a 1000-piece-puzzle without knowing what the image is that you're trying to create. To run a wildly successful business, you'll need to learn and implement a wide variety of skills, which will include the majority of the following: Sales Marketing Product/Service Development Building Authority Website Design Knowing your Niche Funnels SEO Back End USP Elevator Pitch Automations Positioning Distribution Success Mindset Bookkeeping Accounting Business Registration Trademarks Copyright Time management Money Management Exposure Working Income Residual Income Passive Income Collaboration Branding Opt-In E-Mail Automation Quotes Contracts Proposals Onboarding Customer Service Sales Copy Advertising This list goes on and on, but you get the idea - there's a lot to learn! Don't let that scare you, though! It's all learnable. When you thoroughly know how to run a successful business in all of its facets, you can create sustainable and scalable results. HERE'S WHAT IT REALLY TAKES MINDSET Your mind is your moneymaker. Everything starts as a thought before it enters into the physical world. So, where do your thoughts come from? Your beliefs. Your belief system governs your thoughts. Your thoughts evoke an emotional response, which in turn propel you into action, and those actions ultimately create your results. Knowing this, that your results are traced back to your beliefs, we can understand how crucial it is to have beliefs aligned with conscious desires. To change your outcome, your work begins within. Master Your Mindset and you Master Your Life. Feed your mind and expand it daily. Rewrite your limiting beliefs into supportive ones. Books, courses, masterminds, retreats, classes, & memberships, are all avenues you can explore to expand your mind! CONSISTENCY Consistency over time equals results. Rich and successful people don’t have more hours in the day, they aren’t necessarily smarter, and the majority of them are working less than you are, yet they’re accomplishing more. How? They understand the power of consistency. People often ask me how I’ve managed to get 12 full-length books published, built over 30-programs in less than 2-years, run my business, fit in all of the media exposure, write articles (like this one), and all of the other things I do, plus find time to sleep! The truth is, I typically only work from 11 am to 4 or 5 pm each day. I understand the power of consistency, and I leverage that. For example, I know that if I commit to writing for 30 minutes every day that after a couple of months I’ll have a manuscript done. Instead of trying to go gung-ho for hours on end day after day until you burn out and quit, commit to a manageable amount of time to work on each project that you can stick to no matter what! You’ll make leaps and bounds following this method. SUPPORT Successful people don’t do it alone. They have a great support network in place! To hit your full potential, you need to surround yourself with motivated individuals! We are the sum of the 5 people we spend the most time with, AKA, if you’re the smartest, most successful person in the room, you’re in the wrong room! Find people who challenge and motivate you to evolve into the fullest expression of your soul! On top of choosing to spend time around other kick-ass individuals, get a coach! Olympic Athletes, Oscar-Winning Actors, & Fortune 500 Executives all have coaches, so why don’t you? A coach will be able to see what you can’t, help you progress faster towards your goal, and be a wonderful support in your life! DIVERSE INCOME STREAMS The old adage, “Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket,” holds true. Diversifying your income gives you options, and ensures even if one stream gets cut off that you’ll still have revenue flowing in. Learn the 3-Income Avenues here! STRATEGY & SCALABILITY Typically most small business owners and entrepreneurs hit a financial “glass ceiling” before they hit $10K months. They find that they can only make a certain amount with the number of hours in the day based on their business model. This is where automation becomes crucial. You must leverage your offer in a way that it can serve more people without costing you more time. I would highly recommend getting onto a platform that has easy integration of funnels, course hosting, checkout pages, e-mail marketing, and everything else you need to simplify a systemized onboarding process. I personally use Kajabi, and I love it. If you want to try Kajabi, you can get an extended 28-day free trial here! PATIENCE It doesn't have to take forever to hit and surpass those desirable $10,000 months, however for the average entrepreneur. It will take a few years. Why? Because you have a lot to learn, be in it for the long haul. Commit to learning, applying, and growing as an entrepreneur. How to REALLY Hit $10K+ Months 2 Hour Masterclass Are you committed to finally hitting $10K months and beyond? Get Access to the How to RALLY Hit $10K+ Months 2-Hours Masterclass for ONLY $1.11 [Reg. $111.11] By Clicking Here *Discount Valid until January 31st 11:59PM EST 2022 Cheers to Your First $10K Month! *Some clickable media, usually the book recommendations, are affiliate links, and should you choose to buy through using those links, then The Infinite Power of You Inc. may earn an affiliate payout commission. This is at no additional expense to you. For more information, visit my website and follow me on Facebook! Read more from Amanda! Amanda Rose, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Amanda Rose is the founder & director of The Infinite Power of You Inc., a multi-published multi-genre author, business, wealth, & mindset coach, actor, motivational speaker, and online course creator. She is a multi-passionate entrepreneur who has been in the online space since 2013, and a sales expert for over 10 years. It's her passion to help her clients build lives of freedom and joy, and thriving businesses with multiple revenue sources, through strategies combined with mindset mastery. Amanda's mission to shift human consciousness to create soulful abundance through mindset practices.

Written by: Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise If you’re running an online business, your first focus is going to be on attracting customers to your company. Yet, relying solely on traditional advertising methods like mailshots or printed ads is a major mistake. Digital marketing may seem intimidating, but it’s the best option for getting your new or existing online business noticed in a highly competitive marketplace. Why Choose Digital Marketing Methods? The primary reason for opting for a digital marketing strategy is that the number of potential clients or customers you’ll find online is considerably larger than the numbers you’ll attract by advertising only locally. Digital marketing allows you to reach a huge audience in a cost-effective way. Digital marketing also allows you to interact effectively with prospects to find out what precisely they’re looking for. Getting to know that target audience in-depth and allowing them to get to know your business well also helps boost brand loyalty. Even better, digital marketing efforts can be measured effectively since tracking responses is possible. Your Customers Are On the Internet When you’re running an online business, it goes without saying that your customers are already online. They’re already looking for businesses like yours, and that’s why they need to be able to easily find yours, or they’ll go with one of your competitors instead. These days, customers naturally turn online in their research to find businesses that operate within any given niche and to find out more about brands that they’ve heard of. They expect reputable organizations to have a presence on social media and a website that they can visit. Businesses that don’t will simply miss out on their custom. Accessibility to Customers In the modern digital age, customers demand accessibility. If your business's competitors can be more easily found than you can, you'll lose out on business. Therefore, SEO strategies are imperative to help you to get ahead of rivals. Also, prospective customers want to know your company's basics – your hours of operation, what you can offer, and where you're located. They need to find this information quickly and easily through a rapid internet search. When you harness the power of digital marketing, you can extend the scope of your business to a much wider cross-section of the public simply by making your company more accessible. Customers will be able to interact with your business at any time and will be able to contact you via a host of channels. This, too, will boost your business and increase your revenue exponentially. Engaging With Target Audiences Digital marketing strategies allow full engagement with prospects. They allow you to get to know who they are and what they want. You can start conversations on blogs or social media platforms and run surveys to learn more about their requirements. Digital interactions help you identify and then address pain points, find and offer effective solutions for customers that make your business stand out from the crowd. There are a few types of marketing that offer equal cost-effectiveness to digital marketing. You can find out more about its importance and how you can harness its potential by attending my free digital marketing workshop. You too could get your business noticed and increase your profits. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter! Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Natalia Nicholson is a Serial Entrepreneur, Business and Digital Marketing Coach, and Professional Public Speaker. Natalia has over 20 years of experience working as a digital serial entrepreneur and has had plenty of her own failures as well as success stories. This has perfectly placed her to be able to offer insight and advice to other women aspiring to become digital entrepreneurs, together with those who have already launched their own businesses. Through her mastermind group Women in Digital Business, Natalia teaches them the best way to leverage the potential of digital marketing and helps them to learn the best ways of overcoming the challenges that they are facing when it comes to becoming a successful online businesswomen. Her passion for online business coaching and digital marketing has inspired her to bring inspiration to women from largely overlooked underrepresented groups.

Written by: Henrik Pettersson , Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise As a mental coach, you use terms that say as much as possible with the least number of words. One such is commitment, which I often use because it describes how devoted you are and contains driving sentences such as motivation and attitude and determination. Factors necessary for success are about DOING things, not just thinking and pondering and thinking and then postponing and avoiding dealing with the situation. Take action! A challenge that comes from the fact that many feel insecure about the outcome: and start building a story for themselves about why it will not work. Flip the coin. Do the opposite. Unleash your potential. Find reasons, motivation, and see the result in front of you. It is the only thing that counts in the end. Things that separate a mediocre life from a perfect one. A productive from an unproductive. A positive from a negative. Light from darkness. Joy from anxiety. Some do not like their jobs, their results; they are dissatisfied. They want to change their lives. They say they want to improve, strengthen their finances, career, or health. But they do not read books or articles, do not study their fields, never listen to inspirational clips, do not make any plans, lack ambitions, have no clear gameplan and do not develop their skills. They are not committed. A fruit tree is judged not only by its potential but also by its production—the same thing for us humans. We are primarily judged by what we DO, not by how we think. Why then are we so afraid to commit? The answer is simple - as it requires delivery. Not just what many use: - I try, which only create escape routes. Commitment commits. No excuses accepted. Or as we who have served in the military may learn as point 1 A. SOLVE THE TASK! Simply. 7 tips for commitment to reach stronger results; Write down your goal on paper. Be as specific as possible. Instead of just "start training" - write, for example, 3 days a week - 60 min max, Mondays and Wednesdays 18-19 and Sundays at 13. Write down three "why" and what it will give you when you reach your goal. Find someone who holds you accountable. A Personal Trainer or a high-performance coach who gives you inspiration, motivation and makes you want to implement. Burn your bridges, minimizing the chances of explanations. Close your escape routes. Take action instead of procrastination. Meet inactivity with activity. Remove obstacles and escape routes and the word "try". Commit yourself to succeed. Exercise and eat well (at a pace you can handle where you are in life right now). And increase your knowledge step by step – in your field of passion. Commitment is also about how you use your time. How you spend it tells you the truth. It is always action that separates people! Follow me on Facebook , Instagram and connect with me on LinkedIn ! Read more from Henrik ! Henrik Pettersson, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Since 2004, Henrik has been working as a coach, educator and motivational speaker around Europe. Life is about growth. The challenge to growth is to gain boldness to handle our fears and vulnerability. To strengthen your spine - to be able to handle your challenges towards stronger results. Life’s tough at times, and the formula for gaining more boldness, and dig deep into, is: Faith – Energy – Focus. His new book is built on the three pillars above, and is called: program yourself to success. Henrik is frequently hired by large companies like Volvo, H&M, and Avis.

Interview with Joud Outry Joud Outry is a Syrian woman from the city of Aleppo. The city of civilization, culture, and history. Joud s tudied Interior Design in Aleppo and was a teacher at the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Aleppo. She was also part of the Syrian Girl Scout and participated in the World Conference of World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) in Switzerland in 2011 representing Syria. In 2011, she decided to start her journey and move to Dubai in order to search for success. Who is Joud? I am a Syrian woman from the city of Aleppo, the city of civilization, culture and history. Studied Interior Design in Aleppo and then began teaching at the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Aleppo. I was also part of the Syrian Girl Scout since I was a kid and participated in the World Conference of World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) in Switzerland in 2011 representing Syria. I am an artist by nature and have an immense passion for arts and music and have been painting, drawing, and playing the piano for more than 25 years. In 2011, I decided to start a new journey and moved to Dubai in order to expand my horizons, discover the new “ME” and search for success in this city of unlimited opportunities. During my first 2 years in Dubai, I earned two diplomas in Sales & Marketing and Business Management. I have worked with a couple of companies and in different domains since my arrival until today and also advised and worked as a freelancer for a few projects in Qatar between 2011-2014. In my spare time, I give piano lessons to a few of my neighbors. Despite having horses and dogs on our farm in Aleppo, I wasn’t a big fan of pets. However, with COVID and lockdown, we adopted a Pomeranian dog, aka Twix who added joy to our house. Tell us more about who you are and what you do? Creative individuals need an attorney to help them build their dreams. Someone whom they can trust to provide them with a sustainable platform and guide them through the complicated maze of making their own identity. Having studied Interior Design and topped that with 2 diplomas in Business Management and Sales Marketing, in addition to my extensive experience in the field of lighting, interior design, and regional markets, the entrepreneurial side of me started taking over and I started a few platforms to share my knowledge with everyone. My passion for success and helping others led me to establish MyFkra ( @myfkra  /  www.myfkra.com ) which is a non-profit platform dedicated to empowering creative Arab women. I launched my career in Dubai in the field of lighting and became specialized in decorative lighting design. The past 10 years combined with my interior design degree enabled me to become one of the outstanding experts in the field. I also developed extensive expertise in market and business development over time and became a brand ambassador for two Italian suppliers for the past 4 years. In 2016, I had another idea and this time it was in the form of a blog, InsideUrBox ( @insideurbox  /  www.insideurbox.com ). It’s all about tips tricks and creative ideas. Since then, I’ve become a home personal shopper for VVIP in 2018. Despite being busy and life taking us in different directions, I always make sure to find time to take a break from the busy life and indulge myself in my beloved hobbies such as painting, creating dazzling calligraphy arts (Check out @al__jeem on Instagram), and playing the piano. Music is my soul-soothing activity when I am looking to get inspired or simply get a break from life. "HAVE the will. Do what you truly love" I have received a few awards in the Middle East, become the face for a magazine, and have been chosen as one of the top 12 entrepreneurs in 2015 and selected as one of the best businesswomen most fashionable awards in 2020.  Who should hire/work with you? Three type of clients: Creative woman with a talent: A talent of creating products/art and looking to turn it into a real project/business. As we aim to support and empower the creativity of Arab Women and encourage creative projects, develop it and expand its scope further.  Any client who is looking to refresh his/her space. Ever wanted your own interior stylist for the day to help you pick out items for your home. We hang out together and shop till we drop.. I am here to put together a shopping list that suits your budget and your home style and turn your space into a fashionable one just by hiring me as your Personal Home Shopper.  Clients who are looking to light up their space. With more than 10 years of experience in the domain of lighting, I can provide you with specialized tips and give you access to products that otherwise would’ve been difficult for you to find on your own. What is your big goal? Where do you see yourself in 10 years from now? I am a very motivated and positive person and my motto is to shoot for the moon when it comes to goals and dreams. "Striving to accomplish big goals is not easy. Most people will give up on their dreams in order to have a clear path." As an entrepreneur, my goal is to achieve greater efficiency in all aspects of my organization. Right from speeding up processes, quicker delivery of services, weaving in improvements in offerings with changing times, be updated with the latest technology, and pursuing excellence in every way. As an expert, what is your top 3 free advice to get a more "elegant" touch in my home?  Crown Molding – Details Matter It’s all in the details. When it comes to decorating your home and making it look high-end and custom-made, details are key. In this instance, the detail is  crown molding . Crown molding has a way of making a room look complete or finished; it brings the ceiling and the walls together, giving them an elegant appearance. Without this finishing touch, rooms tend to look cheap or unfinished. Paint – Color Matters Paint color  is perhaps one of the most difficult decisions to make when decorating a room, especially when the remaining décor will be based on the color palette. However, if elegance is what you are after, there are certain colors that add instant glamour to your home. Choose one of these two color options—bold and dramatic OR soft, understated hues Lighting Makes a Difference Most contractors will choose standard lighting fixtures, which are probably the same they have used over and over again in all the homes they have built. However, designer light fixtures will add more elegance to your home than the standard chandelier and give it a customized and special feel. What is the most important factor that has contributed to your success? First of all, surprisingly, the fact that I am an expatriate and because of it, I am always seeking new opportunities. Everything I do and all the risks I might take are a result of trying to find something that makes me stronger. "In the end, the fact that you are trying is a success by itself. It’s enough that you seek. If you keep on trying and believing in yourself, you will absolutely succeed and reach your goals." I see so many people trying to succeed for all the wrong reasons, even though some of them do succeed, but others fail. In the end, the fact that you are trying is a success by itself. It’s enough that you seek. If you keep on trying and believing in yourself, you will absolutely succeed and reach your goals. You cannot buy happiness with money, and because of that, I feel like I cannot fail, because as long as I do things that make me happy, I do the right thing. What would you say is the biggest challenge you faced? To prove myself in this city of opportunities as an entrepreneur and not as an employee What would you say is your main characteristic? Success means to believe in your capability. With passion, you turn your conception into reality. 10 fast with Joud Work alone or with a partner? - Alone Single or married? - Single Mountain or sea? - sea-beach and sun Risk or routine? - Risk Drama or romance? - Romance Neural or Placid? - Placid Problematic or pacified? - Pacified Money or Love? - Love with money :) Spring or Autumn? - Autumn Apartment or house? - House "You cannot buy happiness with money, and because of that, I feel like I cannot fail, because as long as I do things that make me happy, I do the right thing." - Joud Outry Follow Joud on Instagram , and visit MyFkra and Insideurbox for more information!

As an Intuition Cultivator and Mindset Mentor, Moira Hutchison guides her clients to access the inherent power they have available when they ignite their personal trinity of trust, inner awareness, and self-confidence. Moira works with professionals who have a feeling that there is something better in life for them, but they have no idea how to access it. However, they have a yearning to be guided by their intuition and align with their unique calling. What makes her distinctive and different in this work is that she has developed the ability to take complex energetic and spiritual ideas and interpret them in ways that people find easy to understand, integrate and implement. Hi Moira! Please tell us about yourself. I am an Intuition Cultivator and Mindset Mentor, and my passion is to inspire and support clients to access the inherent power they have available when they ignite their personal trinity of trust, inner awareness, and self-confidence. I specialize in helping people who struggle with finding motivation for change who may be feeling stuck, stressed, and wondering what their life calling or best path is. Essentially, I guide people to recognize and remove mindset blocks, so they can thrive, acknowledge their unique gifts, which leads to them feeling purposeful, prosperous and calm… as a result, my clients align with and serve their calling in this world without suffering from struggle or burnout. What inspires you to do this work and offer the services you do? I get so sad to hear people talk about themselves in a derogatory and judgemental fashion - giving more importance to the "Inner Critic". Where is the loving nurturing that we all deserve and need? It deeply saddens me when I hear people say that they will never succeed or achieve their dreams (or even have one!) or that they hate the way they look. For me, it is all about ensuring inner connection for people – helping them see that there IS a divine plan for them and that they can choose what and how they show up in their lives! I want to guide and support people to take FULL responsibility for the life they have created for themselves… ultimately creating what makes them happy!! Why are you so dedicated to guiding people to get unstuck and taking responsibility for their life? I would say it is mainly because I have learned how it feels to have a loving relationship with me and what to do with the inner critic and the drive to be perfect. I WISH that someone was there with the knowledge and information I now have when I was a teenager/early adult so that I did not have to go through the depressions, ill health and break downs that I have experienced. I think that by getting my message out will allow people to transform their relationships with themselves, which will translate into better relationships all around and huge successes for all. Was there a specific life experience cause you to follow this path? Yes, thanks for asking this - I left home at age 18 to join a religious cult (thinking that this could give me some sense of self!), and I stayed in it for almost two years. Trapped in an overly critical and controlling environment, I gave all my personal power away – until (finally!) I came to the realization that if I did not start tapping into my own inner wisdom and trusting myself, I was never going to figure out who I am or what I wanted to be when I grew up!! I am now blessed to see that all my early adult experience was an amazing gift: I have developed an ability to see beyond the “problems” that arise in life – I can see the deeper meaning within most situations and can help you do the same. I have developed a sense of fun, a sense of ease and a sense of humor – I love to laugh and often help people laugh at themselves… don’t you find that we have the tendency to take ourselves just a wee bit too seriously? Have you been providing the services you currently offer for a long time? I have worked in the intuitive guidance and personal development field full-time since 2004 – prior to that, from 2000, I was splitting my time between my corporate work and healing work. In the corporate world, I worked as an office manager and financial supervisor – I was always viewed as the go-to gal when there were emotional problems, problems at home, depressions, anxieties, and so on . I was also known and depended upon as the person who could think outside of the box and instill a sense of calmness in whichever environment I was in. Could you share a story of how you have made a difference in someone’s life? I would love to… I worked with a client who felt stuck and unable to make better choices in his life – after working through my coaching program, this is what he had to say: "My work with Moira has been amazing and most helpful. She does not fill you with platitudes and etheric ideas. She helps you set realistic goals and outline the steps you need to obtain them. She continues to work with you finding the obstacles to your success and gives you real tools for overcoming them. I can honestly say my life is much better since I took on Moira as a coach." Any final thoughts? In closing, I would like to share: If I could change one thing about the world, I would teach people to fully realize that THEY choose everything in their lives and if they truly get that and find that there are things in their lives that they do not like or does not serve them. Then they have the power to do something about it and change the experience for themselves. For more information and tips on accessing your inner guidance to align with YOUR best success, follow Moira on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn, join her Facebook Community or visit her website!