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From Fear to Peace: Growing Spiritually as a Dementia Caregiver by Linda Knebel Pruden

Lindaknebelpruden.com

https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Peace-Spiritually-Dementia-Caregiver-ebook/dp/B0F7J3DJ3F

An instant #1 New Release in Dementia.

This spiritual growth book explores Linda Pruden’s experience as a dementia caregiver for her husband. Inspired by his own determination to find spiritual gifts embedded in the journey, her story provides encouragement for those living with a chronic illness and the people who love them.

“A powerful read for caregivers facing the journey of caring for someone with dementia. Her growth and faith over years of caring for Rob is an amazing blend of self-discovery and acceptance. An incredibly validating and relatable read.”

—Lisa M. Brown, MSW, LISW, caregiver services program coordinator for Lyngblomsten Community Services

When Linda’s husband, Rob, was diagnosed with dementia, he described it as a gift and an opportunity to grow spiritually. As things grew more difficult, Linda remembered these words and began her mission to live out his hopes.

Offering a fresh, positive outlook on serving as a dementia caregiver, From Fear to Peace is a reassuring road map for any faith-testing journey.

Linda Knebel Pruden is an author and national speaker residing in St. Paul, Minnesota. She received her master’s degree in speech/language pathology from Purdue University, and went on to write five books for teachers, as well as her award-winning memoir, Reflections on a Changing Family. Having grown through the experience of being a caretaker, it is now her passion to help others unbury their own truths and find beauty in painful times.

This book covers caring for dementia, but is also an essential read for . . .

people hoping for spiritual growth and peace,

those looking to effectively provide caregiver support, and

families needing a guide for walking in grace.

During the hardest of times, Linda’s words help readers to let go of expectations and hold tight to hope . . . it’s only then that we can move from fear to peace.

“Linda has created tools that will guide you through those darkest hours of transitions and fears. It is a story of empowerment and gratitude.”

—Kristin Burich, healing facilitator

About the author

Linda Knebel Pruden is an author and national speaker residing in St. Paul, Minnesota. She received her master’s degree in speech/language pathology from Purdue University, and went on to write five books for teachers, as well as her award-winning memoir, Reflections on a Changing Family. Having grown through the experience of being a caretaker, it is now her passion to help others unbury their own truths and find beauty in painful times.

Five Birdies by Rosie Bumgardner, Warner McGee

https://www.amazon.com/Five-Birdies-Rosie-Bumgardner/dp/148973600X

One sunny day, five colorful birdies set out on a bright adventure. Carl is a red cardinal, Oscar is an orange oriole, Connie is a yellow canary, Patsy is a green parrot, and Buster is a blue bluejay. Join the five birdies on their colorful trip to the park and help them explore their surroundings. Do you see something else on the page that is red like Carl or blue like Buster? This beautifully illustrated book will delight children by making learning fun and engaging. Interactive questions will encourage children to be curious, to search and find and to explore the world around them as they learn about colors and numbers.

Unleashed Leadership: How to Solve the 7 Issues Holding You Back from Your Greatest Impact (Unleashed Leadership Series) by Dr. Garland Vance, Dorothy Wood Vance

Advanceleadership.live

https://www.amazon.com/Unleashed-Leadership-Issues-Holding-Greatest/dp/163680523X

What if your leadership breakthrough is just one decision away?

They promoted you because you get results. Now you’re buried in meetings, juggling demands, and overwhelmed with responsibilities. You’re not alone. Like most leaders, you wrestle with exhaustion, confusion, and pressure to perform. You worry you aren’t meeting everyone’s relentless expectations. Some days, you feel like giving up. You question if you’re cut out for this role.

Here’s the truth: you’re not a bad leader. You wouldn’t have made it this far if you were. But you are a leashed leader.

In Unleashed Leadership, the first book of The Unleashed Leadership Series, you will discover:

How to solve the seven issues that cause 95% of leadership challenges

Three stages that will free you from what’s holding you back

The proven path for continually upgrading your leadership

Become the leader you would follow. Become the leader you would hire. Become the leader you know you can be.

Decide to unleash your leadership.

About the author

Dr. Garland Vance believes every person deserves to work with a great leader, and every leader can be great. He has spent over 25 years helping organizations develop the leaders they need to succeed. With his wife, Dorothy, he cofounded AdVance Leadership, which helps companies develop the leaders they need to succeed. Garland is the author of Gettin’ (un)Busy, named by Forbes as “one of the seven books everyone on your team should read” and recognized as the 2020 Best Business Book by the Author Elite Awards.

Unlocking Emotional Healing: Discover the Power of Tapping Therapy with Amy Vincze

Soarwithtapping.com

About the Guest(s):

Amy Vincze has been a committed professional in the health and wellness sector for over 20 years. As a certified tapping coach for more than 16 years, Amy brings immense expertise to her work. She is the founder of Soar with Tapping, an organization dedicated to the transformative power of tapping. Amy believes deeply in the healing potential of tapping and is passionate about making its benefits accessible to people globally.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris engages in an enlightening conversation with Amy Vincze, a seasoned professional in the health and wellness field, particularly known for her work with tapping. The discussion explores Amy’s journey into the world of tapping and the development of her app aimed at bringing the life-enhancing benefits of tapping to a broad audience. Tapping is expounded as an influential practice blending acupuncture principles, cognitive therapy, and somatic therapy to alleviate stress and anxiety.

Amy delves into the biological underpinnings of stress, explaining how the amygdala’s reaction releases cortisol and puts the body into a state of fight or flight. The healing mechanism of tapping helps in calming the stress center of the brain, aiding in faster cortisol reduction and improving overall health. From helping individuals with phobias to alleviating trauma-related stress, Amy shares compelling stories of transformation through tapping. Listeners are introduced to the multifaceted uses of tapping for corporate settings, personal development, and workshops centered on themes such as feminine rage.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Tapping: Tapping is a powerful combination of acupuncture, cognitive therapy, and somatic therapy that works to alleviate stress and improve mental health.

Biological Impact: By tapping on acupressure points, the stress center of the brain is instructed to de-escalate, reducing cortisol and positively impacting heart rate, blood pressure, and immune response.

Versatile Applications: Tapping can address a range of issues from phobias and stress to deeper trauma and PTSD by allowing individuals to process emotions safely.

Innovative App: Amy’s app offers comprehensive guides, scripts, and instructions to help users practice tapping effectively at home.

Corporate and Personal Growth: Workshops and individual sessions are offered, extending the benefits of tapping into corporate environments and personal development arenas.

Notable Quotes:

“When you’re tapping on your body, over and over again you’re telling that stress center…to deescalate.”

“Phobias are generally really, really easy to dislodge and can be totally neutralized within one or two sessions.”

“You are no longer in that situation and that situation no longer exists.”

“It’s my mission to educate people.”

Navigating Elder Care: Julio Gonzalez’s Innovative App Solution: Parensure

Parensure.com

About the Guest(s):

Julio Gonzalez is the founder and CEO of Parensure, an elder care innovation platform designed to help seniors age safely at home while keeping loved ones informed and reassured. With firsthand experience in navigating the challenges of supporting an aging parent, Julio has crafted a solution to bridge the emotional and logistical gaps families face when balancing care. Julio’s work is driven by a deep understanding of caregiver anxiety and strives to maintain senior autonomy through thoughtful design and simplicity.

Episode Summary:

Join Chris Voss in the latest episode of The Chris Voss Show as he delves into the innovative world of elder care with Julio Gonzalez, founder and CEO of Parensure. In this engaging discussion, Julio explores how technology can proactively assist caregivers in monitoring and supporting aging parents to safely remain in their homes. He speaks passionately about developing a platform that balances senior independence with reassuring insights for caregivers to optimize senior care.

Throughout this insightful conversation, Chris and Julio discuss the “sandwich generation” and the “silver tsunami,” underlining the critical need for innovative solutions like Parensure. By utilizing modern technology like wearables and AI, the platform offers caregivers vital data on seniors’ well-being without being intrusive. They also talk about the challenges seniors face today with isolation and the burgeoning market for home modifications that accommodate aging loved ones. Julio envisions Parensure becoming a leading tool in supporting seniors and neurodiverse adults, ensuring happier and healthier lives.

Key Takeaways:

Julio Gonzalez introduced Parensure, an elder care platform aimed at reducing caregiver stress and enhancing senior independence.

The “sandwich generation” and “silver tsunami” are key trends driving the need for better senior care innovations.

Parensure utilizes technology like wearables and AI to provide caregivers with crucial data about seniors’ health and activity.

A significant challenge is creating non-intrusive ways to monitor seniors’ activity, ensuring privacy and comfort.

The app aims to extend its capabilities to support neurodiverse individuals, addressing a broad spectrum of care needs.

Notable Quotes:

“My mom’s 84 and lives alone in the house where I was born just 20 miles away from where I am today.”

“You know, it takes a village, right? So I’m creating that village in an app.”

“The loneliness epidemic, especially with seniors, is a thing.”

“For 25,000 individuals turning 65 every single day, this is something that is going to continue to be a problem.”

“90% of all seniors want to stay at home, and the best place for them to be is at home.”