| 11/29/08 – Happy Holidays: How To Make Your Holidays Merry & Bright |
| PROSPERITY 4 KIDS: Our first guest today was Lori Mackey, widely known as the “Suze Orman for Kids.” She shared her Top 5 Tips for Being a Debt-Free Santa. Visit her web site here. |
| ROBB WHITLEFF: We love Robb! And he shared some great ideas for making the most of December. Visit his store – Great Estate Home & Garden in Minnetonka – or visit the web site here. |
| PEGGY MCCOLL: Are your emotions literally getting the best of you this season? We got some great advice today from Peggy McColl, best-selling author of “Your Destiny Switch” and “21 Distinctions of Wealth.” Check out her web site here. |
DOING REAL GOOD: Today we shared some of our favorite ways to “do good” during the holidays. Here’s a list of links to the charities and volunteer opportunities we mentioned:
Nibakure Children’s Village in Rwanda
At Home Group
Angel Foundation
World Vision
People Serving People
Minneapolis Crisis Nursery
Cheerful Givers
Doing Good Together
Jenny’s Light
St. David’s Child Development & Family Services
MN LINC
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| HOLIDAY DEPRESSION: Having a hard time feeling happy this holiday season? Millions of people suffer from depression and find the holidays bring them down. WebMD offers a great guide for those dealing with December depression here. |
| SIGNS OF OVERINDULGENCE: Are you spoiling your kids? A Pioneer Press article last week explored how so many kids have become used to getting showered with gifts during the holidays. To find out how to curb overindulgence in your family (and why!), click here. |
| The Latest: 11/22/2008 Get Greatful! The Power of Gratitude |
| GRATITUDE GROOVE: We talked with Mary Kay Cochero, co-founder of Gratitude Groove, a 40-day program in which you and a girlfriend commit to focusing on the good stuff in life while being supported by a whole community of women who are discovering the power of gratitude. To learn more and sign up, visit their web site here. |
| GET REAL GIRL: Anne Pryor is our Get Real Girl of the week! She has a wonderful story of love and gratitude. We encourage you to check out her story which is featured on the left side of our page, but here is a quick link to her company.
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| DR. EMMONS: Could gratitude be the gateway to happiness? Our guest, Dr. Bob Emmons, thinks (and knows) so! He is an expert on gratitude and has a book to prove it. Check out: “Thanks! How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier.” Click here for his research. |
| EASY WAYS TO GET GRATEFUL: Check out these helpful hints on how to experience the transformative power of gratitude. Click here.
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| GRATITUDE VISITS: You may want to put one of these on your calendar after reading this New York Times article! Click here. |
| The Latest: 11/15/08 What Your Stuff Says About You |
ORGANIZED AUDREY: Is your clutter sending the wrong message to people? Call on Audrey Thomas and her crew to help those piles magically disappear!
Check out her FM107.1 Cyber Sale deal– get a $150 house visit for just $75. Visit her web site here.
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| SNOOP! We’re totally fascinated by Sam Gosling’s research out of the University of Texas-Austin. We want to snoop on him snooping on people! His new book is “Snoop: What Your Stuff Says About You” and you can visit his web site here. |
| DOES YOUR CLUTTER MATCH YOUR POLITICS? Some researchers say you can tell if someone’s a Republican or Democrat by looking at their clutter! Read the article here. |
| AMERICAN ZOMBIES: We read an excerpt of this disturbing but dead-on account of how we’re walking through life accumulating stuff for no good reason. Check it out here.
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| IF WALLS COULD TALK… What is your office saying to your co-workers about you? Read this article! |
| TALKING CARS: Your vehicle speaks volumes about you! See what message certain cars send in this article here. |
| YOU HAVE BAGGAGE: Who knew? Even our handbags send a signal about who we are! Check out what your purse is saying here. |
| BAD HAIR DAY? Does your hair style match your personality? Find out here.
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| The Latest: 11/08/08 Now What? Moving On After the Elections |
| POST-ELECTION GRIEF: Whether your candidate lost or you’re feeling lost without campaign news coverage, you’re dealing with a form of grief. Visit our grief expert, John E.Welshons, at his web site here. |
| ELECTION OBSESSION: Think you might have been addicted to campaign coverage? You’re not alone. Read this article. |
| LOVE IS THE NEW RELIGION: We read an excerpt of this beautiful poem, written by guest Brian Piergrossi, who is a writer, seeker and life coach. Read the poem at his web site. Click here. |
ISHA: This spiritual teacher and global peacemaker is author of the new book, “Why Walk When You Can Fly?” Visit Isha’s web site here.
Isha will be speaking at the Edge Life Expo on Sunday, November 9th from 1-3pm. For details, click here.
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| THE POLICHICKS: We talked with Annette Meeks, ½ of the powerhouse political team you’ll find on FM107.1 every Sunday from 12-2pm. Find out more about them here. |
| LATE NIGHT JOKES: Feels good to laugh about some of the most ridiculous moments in the presidential election, doesn’t it? Here’s a wrap-up of the best late-night jokes that aired this past week. Click here.
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| The Latest: 11/01/08 Listen Up! The Power of Sound |
| FENG SHUI TONES: Who knew!? Playing a certain tone in an area of your house can change the energy in the room! Carole Hyder will show you how it works at a seminar on Nov. 12th. For all the details, click here. |
| JONATHAN GOLDMAN: He’s a pioneer in sound healing and his new book reveals seven secrets on how to do it! Also, the CDs he mentioned are “Dolphin Dreams” and Ultimate OM.” Visit Goldman’s web site. |
| TOO MUCH NOISE: Are you surrounded by too many loud noises? Find out by clicking here. |
MUSIC THERAPY: Here’s an overview of music therapy and how it works – click here.
If you want to try it out, connect with the Music Therapy Association of Minnesota by going here.
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MUSIC FOR KIDS: The “Music Together” children’s classes that Colleen mentioned can be found here.
Another great resource for introducing children to music is at MacPhail Center for Music – click here.
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| The Latest: 10/25/08 A Spirited Halloween: Real Life Ghost Stories! |
ECHO BODINE: Echo’s new book is called “Look For the Good and You’ll Find God.” Get more details here. Here are her upcoming book signings:
Nov 13, 7:00pm at Border’s in Coon Rapids
Nov 17, 7:30pm at Barnes & Noble in Edina (Galleria)
Nov 20, 7:00pm at Borders in Roseville
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| ROSWELL GHOSTS: Paranormal investigator Dianna Avena is author of “Roswell: History, Haunts and Legends.” Check out the web site for Roswell Ghost Tours here. |
| MINNESOTA GHOSTS: Monica Zacharias is a Team Leader of the Minnesota Paranormal Study Group, focusing on the southern part of the station including the Twin Cities. If you think you have a ghost, invite their investigators to check it out for free by clicking here. |
| TWIN CITIES HAUNTS: Here’s the list of some of the most haunted sites in the metro area. Click here. |
| WHO BELIEVES IN GHOSTS? Here’s the CBS News poll we referenced – click here.
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| The Latest: 10/18/08 At Your Service: How Helping Others Helps You |
| RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS: This organization offers great ideas for committing random acts of kindness! |
| ONE BRICK: Check out the new Twin Cities chapter of this growing organization, which promises “commitment-free volunteering” and social gatherings after each event! Click here. |
| ANGEL DOGS: Always fun to have Linda Allen, co-author of the best-selling Angel Animals book series, join us and inspire us. The newest book is “Angel Dogs With a Mission.” Check it out here. |
| AZIM JAMAL: After a life-changing volunteer trip, Azim went from a successful career in the financial world to dedicating his life to helping the underprivileged. His new book is called “The Power of Giving: How Giving Back Enriches Us All.” Learn more here. |
| UNITED WAY: We were joined today by Caring Connection Program Coordinator Julie Dyste. For information on the wide range of volunteer opportunities available through United Way, click here. |
| WHY GIVE BACK? Check out all these reasons to give of your time and money to charities you care about. Click here.
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| CHARITY REVIEW: Make sure the charities you support are above-board. Click here for details. |
| VISTA PRINT: Here’s the online printer we mentioned so you can create kindness cards on the cheap! |
| DOING GOOD TOGETHER: This local organization helps you find volunteer opportunities to do as a family! Click here. |
| The Latest: 10/11/08 Keeping Your Spirits Up When The Economy’s Down |
| MARY HAYES GRIECO: Mary’s new book is “Be a Light: Illumined Essays for Times Like These.” For our listeners, she posted 11 tips for keeping your spirits up on her web site. Click here to get them |
| JANE LALONDE: We spoke to this financial advisor from North Star about practical, simple ways to empower yourself and feel good about your finances. Want to talk with her directly? Call 612-617-6170 or email Jane.LaLonde@northstarfinancial.com |
| STRESS INSTITUTE: Dr. Kathleen Hall shared ways to de-stress and keep fear from ruling your life. Click here for more info. |
| LISA LINDBERG: We love Lisa! Her six-part series – about developing a deeper relationship with all that is Sacred during difficult times – starts Wednesday, Oct. 15th from 7:00 – 9:30pm in Shoreview. Total cost is $150 or $30 per class. Email Lisa@LisaLindberg.net to participate. For more info on Lisa, click here |
| DON’T LET MONEY WOES GET THE BEST OF YOU: Check out this insightful article from The Today Show, featuring two of our favorite guests – Chellie Campbell and Kathleen Hall. |
| GREEN ENERGY: Daily Om offers up this helpful article about the spiritual energy of money. Read it here |
| LIV’S BLOG: Check out the dandelion details Liv talked about today by visiting her One Year of Beauty blog here |
| 10/04/08: Celebration Central: How To Live It Up Every Day! |
| CELEBRANT USA: We talked with director Charlotte Eulette about this global organization devoted to helping people create meaningful celebrations for virtually any and every occasion. Get more info by clicking here. |
| GIRLFRIEND CELEBRATIONS: Dawn Bertuca and a friend created this web site, filled with tons of fabulous ideas for celebrating life with your friends – from cool parties to friendship circles. Visit the web site here. |
DIVORCE PARTIES: Celebrate a divorce? Yep, lots of people are doing it! Read this CNN story about the growing trend. Click here!
And to see guest Charlotte Eulette’s video of her own divorce party, click here and then click on “Divorce Ceremony New Jersey.”
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| GET THE PARTY STARTED: Need some ideas for things to celebrate and ways to do it? This site is loaded with resources! Click here. |
| COLLEEN’S LIFE COACHING: Colleen just launched Life Celebration Coaching, devoted to helping clients celebrate and embrace life. For more information, click here. Don't forget to check this out....
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| BLESSING WAY: Want to have a celebration circle for a friend or relative who’s expecting or adopting? Liv’s was at Blooma in Edina. Check it out here! |
| 09/27/08: Facing Your Fears |
| JOE BAILEY: This local psychotherapist is a bestselling author whose latest book is “FearProof Your Life: How to Thrive in a World Addicted to Fear.” Great info! Check him out here. |
| LAVINIA PLONKA: Move through your fear! This discussion about how your body movements can alert you to when you’re feeling afraid and can also heal your fear. Visit her web site here. |
| MICHAEL LOSIER: Do you attract the things you fear most? Michael thinks so – he’s a huge law of attraction expert and hosts a show on the Oprah & Friends XM channel. Get his insights here. |
| WILD WINDMILL: No wonder Colleen’s scared! Here’s the video mentioned of the wind turbine that blew up! |
| MOST COMMON FEARS: Do you have one of them. Check out the Top 9 fears and some amazing stats about how our anxiety continues to grow in this Forbes article. Click here. |
| HOW FEAR WORKS: A cool look at how fear bubbles up and what it does to us. Click here! |
| MEDIA SCARE: Studies show people who watch the most TV – especially news – have more fears. Check out the research and how to keep yourself feeling safe. |
| 09/20/08: The Friendship Show |
| The Women: We talked to 17-year-old Cammy Nelson, a student journalist from Red Wing, who was the only reporter allowed on the set of the new movie “The Women.” She created a cool short film you can watch here. She created a cool short film you can watch here. |
| Girlfriendology: Check out this web site devoted to female friendship created by our guest, Debba Haupert. |
| FriendShifts: Today we talked with Dr Jan Yager, who has studied friendships for 25 years. Check out her books, “When Friendship Hurts” and “FriendShifts: The Power of Friendship and How It Shapes Our Lives.” Visit her web site here. |
| Games For Dames: We mentioned this new game for women to play together. It’s 20% off through Sept 23rd in honor of National Women’s Friendship Day (Sept 21). Check it out here. |
| Toxic Friends: Got any? Find out here (and what to do). |
Count the Friends You Can Count On: We made this list and challenged ourselves to think of how many friends we have whom we’d feel 100% comfortable asking to do these things for us.
- Calling to vent about a rough day at home or work
- Calling to celebrate a big accomplishment or promotion
- Asking for a charity donation
- Asking for a loan
- Listing as an emergency contact for you or your kids
- Inviting into your messy house
- Getting into an argument
- Sharing a hotel room
- Sitting in silence
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| The Latest: 09/13/08 Go With Your Gut: Trusting Your Intuition |
| SHAKTI GAWAIN: Today we talked with Shakti Gawain, a pioneer in promoting conscious living. The 30th anniversary edition of “Creative Visualization” is now out, as is a “Developing Intuition” card deck. Check out her web site here. |
| FRANCESCA MCCARTNEY: Do your doctors use their intuition? Do you follow your gut when it comes to your health? Dr. Francesca McCartney founded the Academy for Intuitive Medicine in 1984. Check her out here. |
| ROBERT OHOTTO: He’s a writer, teacher and intuitive astrologer (and, if you ask us, a real cutie!). Robert’s new book is called “Transforming Fate into Destiny.” Visit his web site here. |
| MOTHER’S INTUITION: Learn more about the study we mentioned about pregnant women “knowing” the gender of their unborn babies. The study is here. And for more on Kimberly Quaid’s intuition about her twin babies, click here. |
| OFFICE INTUITION: Here’s a great article about using intuition in work situations.
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| The Latest: 09/06/08 Making Your Workspace Work For You |
| WHY WORK SUCKS: We talked today with Jody Thompson, co-author of “Why Work Sucks and How To Fix It.” Get more info here.
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| ORGANIZED AUDREY: Need to get your workspace back in shape? Get organized with one of our favorite organization experts, Audrey Thomas. Click here for great ideas on organizing your office.
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| SMEAD ORGANOMICS: Audrey mentioned this new web site, designed to help you identify what your specific workspace needs to get organized and how to do it. Click here. |
| OFFICE FENG SHUI: We got lots of great feng shui tips from Amy Theisen, founder of Infinity Life Design and classically-trained Feng Shui expert. Learn about this local company by clicking here. |
| NO MORE STRESS: Dr. Kathleen Hall is founder of the Stress Institute. She talked with us about ways to de-stress even while you’re on the job and ways to achieve work-life balance. Click here for details. |
| WHAT DOES YOUR WORKSPACE SAY ABOUT YOU? Here’s a fascinating article that explains what the personal things in your office tell others about you! Click here. WHAT DOES YOUR WORKSPACE SAY ABOUT YOU? Here’s a fascinating article that explains what the personal things in your office tell others about you! Click here.
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| The Latest: 08/30/08 Keeping It Real During Election Season |
| PUNDIT MOM: Today we talked with Joanne Bamberger, who writes the popular PunditMom blog. Check it out here. |
| HOW TO TALK POLITICS WITHOUT LOSING YOUR FRIENDS: Check out this helpful article from Citizen Jane. Click here. |
| PEACEFUL PRESENCE: People from all denominations will gather in prayer together in hopes all views can be expressed without hostility during the Republican National Convention from Sept 1 – 4. Click here for info. |
| MIXED MARRIAGES: Can a Democrat and a Republican live happily ever after? Check out this article.
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| POLITICS AT WORK: How do you handle political talk at the office? Here’s some advice – click here. |
| The Latest: 08/23/08 Discovering Your Inner Artist |
| HOME FOR LIFE: Here’s info on the animal charity we talked about today. Make sure to see (and bid for) the dog house that Liv, Colleen & Joan are making with artist Jodi Mills. Dog Days at the Mall of America take place the week of October 13th. Just click here. |
| IMPROV BOOK: We talked with actress, author and creativity consulatant Katie Goodman today. Her new book is called “Improvisation for the Spirit. Get more info here. |
| DR. ANNE PARIS: We spoke with this clinical psychologist about how she works with patients to unleash their creativity and release creative blocks. Her new book is called “Standing at Water’s Edge.” Learn more here. |
| ARTIST STATEMENT: We talked about the concept of making an Artist Statement, whether you’re a novice knitter or an accomplished pianist. Check out the details from creativity coach Molly Gordon here. |
| HEALING COLLAGE: Use art to heal old wounds or issues. Attend the Healing Collage seminar at Abbott Northwestern’s Institute for Health & Healing on Sept. 6th. Click here for details. |
| MN ARTISTS: Check out MN Artists, a non-profit organization that provides resources and inspiration for local artists. There’s info on art classes, projects, jobs, local shows and more. Just click here. |
| GET YOUR ART HERE! Need a little inspiration? Check in with the Twin Cities Fine Arts Organization to find out about local galleries, art shows, exhibits, and events. Get it here. |
| Aug. 16, 2008 |
| DR. RAYMOND MOODY: Dr. Moody, best-selling author of “Life After Life” and 10 other books, is a pioneer in the field of near-death experiences. Check out his web site here. |
| SUZANNE KRUPP: Psychic medium Suzanne Krupp shared with us what she has heard about heaven from those on the other side. To book a reading, email psychic@suzannekrupp.com. |
| ANGEL EXPERT: Joan W. Anderson, author of 15 books on angels, returned to the show today to talk about heaven and “Be An Angel Day” on August 22nd. Visit her web site here. |
| LIVING WELL CONFERENCE: GRG of the Week Chris Tonnar is among the presenters at the Living Well Northwoods Conference in Hayward, WI on Sept. 12 & 13. For more details, click here. |
| RELIGIOUS VIEWS: Here’s a great synopsis of how various religions view heaven. Click here. |
| AMERICANS BELIEVE IN HEAVEN: Survey says…we’re big believers. |
| Aug. 9, 2008 |
| CYNDI DALE: We got a lesson in chakras from expert and intuitive healer Cyndi Dale. Her many books include the best-selling “New Chakra Healing.” She’s based in the Twin Cities, so be sure to check her out here. |
| CHAKRA WORKSHOPS: Join healing touch therapist Tanya Boizenghan for one or all of her Chakra Workshops at the Yoga Center of Minneapolis. The next class in Sunday, July 13th from 7-9pm, focusing on the throat chakra to improve communication, expression and your ability to speak your truth! Learn more here |
| CHAKRA TEST: For our homework, we each took this online test to see which of our chakras need the most “work.” You can take the test here! |
| ALL ABOUT CHAKRAS: Here’s a great easy-to-understand overview of what chakras are and the importance of each one. |
| Q-LINK: We talked about the Q-Link worn by tons of celebrities and athletes to balance their energy systems. Check out the San Francisco Chronicle article here. |
| Aug. 2, 2008 |
| DR. ALICE DOMAR: We spoke with Dr. Domar, head of the Domar Center for Mind/Body Health in Boston about her new book, “Be Happy Without Being Perfect.” Get more info here. |
| DR. MADELINE LEVINE: Are your kids already turning into perfectionists? We talked with Dr. Levine about her fascinating research on how we’re raising a generation of very unhappy perfectionists. Her book is “The Price of Privilege,” and her school program to address perfectionism is called Challenge Success. Get more details here. |
| ROBB WHITTLEF: Joan’s buddy Robb, who you know from the Trash to Treasure segments on “Decorating Cents,” is a home style and design genius. His motto is “love where you live, dare to be different and don’t look like your neighbor!” Check out his Great Estate Sale Company by clicking here. |
| HOMEWORK: We decided to get real about our quests for perfection by answering this survey from renowned life coach Cheryl Richardson and ask our loved ones for honest feedback. Put yourself to the test here! |
| 10 TRAITS OF PERFECTIONIST: See if you fit the bill! Click here. |
| THE THREE TYPES OF PERFECTIONISTS: Are you one of them? Click here. |
| July 26, 2008 How Well Do You Know Mother Nature?
MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM: We talked today with Julie Weisenhorn, director of the University of Minnesota’s Master Gardener program, about the benefits of gardening. Think you want to explore becoming a master gardener or getting help from one? Click here!
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| PROJECT NATURE CONNECT: Dr. Michael Cohen joined us today to talk about his 60+ years of developing and teaching outdoor programs in an effort to help people reconnect with nature. Visit his Project Nature Connect organization by clicking here. |
| NATURE DEFICIT DISORDER: We spoke today with Richard Louv, a pioneer in the movement to recognize and address what he calls “nature deficit disorder.” The new edition of his bestselling book, “Last Child in the Woods,” is now available. To visit his web site, click here. |
| CHILDREN & NATURE: Richard Louv is chairman of the Children & Nature Network. For great ideas on how to get the kids in your life more engaged in the outdoors, click here. |
| MASTER NATURALISTS: Like the outdoors? Want to volunteer to teach others about the world around them? Minnesota is looking for a few good folks – click here. |
| I CAN CAMP: The state of Minnesota actually offers a practice session to families who want to try camping but aren’t sure how. I Can Camp includes lessons on setting up camp and cooking out. The next session is on August 16th. Click here for details. |
July 19, 2008
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FLIGHT FROM INTIMACY: We talked today with Dr. Janae Weinhold, conflict resolution expert and co-author of the new book “The Flight From Intimacy.” Learn more here. |
| DR. SUSAN CAMPBELL: This popular relationship coach is the author of nine books, including her latest, “Saying What’s Real.” Visit her web site here. |
| 10 WORST WAYS TO HANDLE CONFLICT: Here’s what NOT to do when you’re in disagreement with someone. Click here. |
| ARE YOU RAISING PASSIVE-AGGRESSIVE KIDS? Here’s an interesting study and tip sheet from the U of M for teachers dealing with passive-aggressive students – but it could also be really helpful to parents, too. Read it here. |
| WORKPLACE CONFLICT: How do you handle conflicts at the office? Here are six suggestions and an overview of how common – and disruptive – workplace conflicts are. Click here. |
| PASSIVE-AGGRESSIVE NOTES: This is a funny web site with notes left behind by passive aggressive folks all around the world (see, they’re not just in Minnesota!). See it here. |
| July 12, 2008: Thanks for the Memories: Improving & Preserving Your Memory |
| HARRY LORAYNE: One of the world’s foremost experts on memory, Harry has written multiple books on the subject including the New York Times bestseller “The Memory Book.” His newest book is called “Ageless Memory: Secrets for Keeping Your Brain Young.” Check out his web site, www.harrylorayne.com. |
| CREATIVE MEMORIES: We spoke with Rhonda Anderson, co-founder of St. Cloud-based Creative Memories – the company that basically started the scrapbooking industry. Check out her website, www.creativememories.com. |
| SIMPLE TRICKS: Here are some of the simple tricks we discussed today to improve your memory. Click
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| WARNING SIGNS FOR ALZHEIMERS: Think a friend or family member may be developing symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer’s? Review the checklist of warning signs here. |
| IS YOUR MEMORY NORMAL? Ever wonder if your ability to remember things is normal…or not? Find out here. |
| MEMORY BOOSTING FOODS: This past week, the Today Show highlighted foods that can strengthen your memory. Check it out here. |
| July 5, 2008: Chakra Kahn! All About Chakras
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| CYNDI DALE: We got a lesson in chakras from expert and intuitive healer Cyndi Dale. Her many books include the best-selling “New Chakra Healing.” She’s based in the Twin Cities, so be sure to check her out here. |
| CHAKRA WORKSHOPS: Join healing touch therapist Tanya Boizenghan for one or all of her Chakra Workshops at the Yoga Center of Minneapolis. The next class in Sunday, July 13th from 7-9pm, focusing on the throat chakra to improve communication, expression and your ability to speak your truth! Learn more here. |
| CHAKRA TEST: For our homework, we each took this online test to see which of our chakras need the most “work.” You can take the test here! |
| ALL ABOUT CHAKRAS: Here’s a great easy-to-understand overview of what chakras are and the importance of each one. |
| Q-LINK: We talked about the Q-Link worn by tons of celebrities and athletes to balance their energy systems. Check out the San Francisco Chronicle article here. |
| June 28, 2008: How the Media Shapes Your World |
| TABLOID PRODIGY: We were fascinated by the stories Marlise Kast shared with us about her years as a tabloid reporter for Globe. Her book is called “Tabloid Prodigy” and you can check out her web site here. |
| BODY IMAGE: We spoke with Dr. Shelly Grabe, one of the top experts on how the media affects women’s body image. Get more info on her extensive research here. |
| GEENA DAVIS: Did you know the actress started an organization to examine and promote the role of females in the media? Check it out here. |
| TV TEENS: Think your kids might be addicted to the media? Have them take this quiz here. |
| MEDIA WISE: The Twin Cities is home to the National Institute on Media and the Family – a great resource! Check them out here. |
| June 21, 2008: Healing with Animals |
| ANGEL ANIMALS: Today we talked with Linda Anderson, co-author of the best-selling “Angel Animals” book series. Check out the Angel Animal Network online at www.angelanimals.com. |
| ALAN BECK: Did you know Purdue University has a Center for the Human-Animal Bond? We spoke today with professor Alan Beck, director of the center. Learn about their work here. |
| BARBARA MORRISON: We talked today with this pet psychic about communicating with animals. Visit her web site at www.animalstalk.com. |
| MN LINC: Our GRG of the Week, Molly, co-founded MN Linking Individuals, Animals & Nature to provide animal therapy for people facing challenges in life. Visit them and support their mission by visiting their website at www.mnlinc.org. |
| PET TALK: In our GRG Homework, we read this article about how our pets communicate with us and then looked for the signals from our own dogs. Read the article here. |
| THERAPY DOGS: Think your pooch could help others as a therapy dog? Get more information here. |
| June 14,2008: Laughing Your Way Through Life |
| LAUGHTER COACH: Today we talked with Dr. Annette Goodheart about laughter therapy. Check out her web site at www.teehee.com. |
| LORETTA LAROCHE: We always love talking with Loretta – motivational speaker, and stress expert extraordinaire. Her latest book is called “Kick Up Your Heels Before You’re Too Short To Wear Them.” Visit her cool web site at www.lorettalaroche.com. |
| LAUGHTER YOGA: We spoke with Sebastien Gentry, president of the American School of Laughter Yoga. Find a class or get more info at www.laughangeles.com. |
FUNNY VIDEOS: Need a laugh? Check out some of the YouTube videos we mentioned on today’s show.
Babies Giggling
Charlie Bit Me!
News Anchor Laugh Attack
HEY JUDE!
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| IS LAUGHTER THE BEST MEDICINE? Read this article from Psychology Today on all the reasons we need to laugh!
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| May 31, 2008: Just Say No: How to Say It and Mean It |
| ABSOLUTE YES LIST: We talked about this exercise in our GRG Homework. Try it by clicking here. |
| WHAT DO YOU FILL YOUR LIFE WITH? Check out this great article from guest Michelle Stimpson of LifeShine Coaching. Click here for the article. |
| WOMEN’S RETREAT: We talked today with Dr. Noel Radcliffe, co-founder of Edina Sports Health & Wellness. She’ll be one of the presenters at the “Reclaim Joy” women’s retreat in Minnetonka tomorrow, June 1st. For information, click
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| WHAT’S GOOD ABOUT NO? Read this USA Today article on the benefits of learning to say no. Click here. |
| HOW TO SAY NO: Need some help with ways to say no? Here’s a guide to what to say when you want to decline an invitation, offer or request.
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| May 24,2008: From Bright Idea to Big Success |
| OUR HOMEWORK: Liv, Joan & Colleen each talked about a female entrepreneur they admire. |
| Liv selected artist Marisa Haedike and her Creative Thursday web site, www.creativethursday.com |
| Joan chose Lisa Roberts, creator of The Find and a line of furniture and accessories sold on shopNBC. Click here. |
| Colleen celebrated Sara Blakely, the inventor and founder of Spanx. Click here. |
| CHRISTOPHER HOPKINS: We talked with the ReVamp Salon owner about his great new book, “Staging Your Comeback” and how it came to life. Visit his website at www.themakeoverguy.com for more! |
| TRACY DYER: Tracy co-founded Urban Junket on a wing and a prayer – and it worked! Visit her website, www.urbanjunket.com, to see her fabulous handbags. |
| LADIES WHO LAUNCH: Co-founder Beth Schoenfeldt shared some key tips for women looking to start a business. Check out the Ladies Who Launch web site for resources and consider joining the local Twin Cities incubator group! Visit www.ladieswholaunch.com. |
| WOMEN VENTURE: This awesome local organization helps women of all backgrounds reach for their dreams. Tap into their expertise and low-cost classes to get started! www.womenventure.org |
| May 17, 2008: Raising Conscious, Spirited Kids |
| LISA WILLIAMS: We’re thrilled to be joined today by medium Lisa Williams, star of “Lisa Williams: Life Among the Dead” on Lifetime TV. Check out her web site devoted to helping spiritually gifted children here.. |
| Lisa at Orpheum Theater:You can see Lisa LIVE tonight at the Orpheum Theater. Buy tickets here. |
| CHILDREN OF NOW: Dr. Meg Losey, author of the groundbreaking book “Children of Now,” joined us for a full hour of discussion and call-ins about how so many young children are hearing, seeing and experiencing more than meets the eye. Click here to learn more. |
| CONSCIOUS KIDS EXPO: The first-ever Conscious Kids Expo will be held in the Twin Cities tomorrow – Sunday, May 18th – at the Ramada Mall of America from 10am – 5pm. Admission is $5 and Dr. Meg Losey is the keynote speaker. For full details, click here. |
| CHILDREN OF THE NEW EARTH: Looking for tips and resources? This magazine is a great resource. |
| SPIRITUALITY FOR KIDS: Karen Berg is founder of Spirituality for Kids, an organization dedicated to teaching kids how to listen to their inner voice and understand the interconnectedness of the world around them. Click here for more info. |
| May 10, 2008: Miscarriage & Child Loss |
| DR. TRACY GAUDET: Famed OBGYN and integrative medicine guru Dr. Tracy Gaudet joined us today. Her latest book is called “Body, Soul and Baby.” She’s director of Duke University’s Integrative Medicine center. Check it out here. |
| GUEST CO-HOST PILAR: Pilar Gerasimo, editor of Experience Life magazine, was our guest co-host today. Check out her magazine at www.experiencelifemag.com. |
| SHARE: Today we talked with Cathi Lammert, the Executive Director of SHARE Pregnancy and Infant Loss. SHARE is a wonderful resource for anyone who has experienced a miscarriage or loss of an infant or anyone who knows someone who has. Visit their website, www.nationalshareoffice.org. |
| NOW I LAY ME DOWN TO SLEEP: This amazing organization provides tasteful and artful photographs of babies often in their final hours or just after they have died. These pictures are treasures for the families of those who have lost a child. Find out more about them at www.nilmdts.org. |
| FAITH’S LODGE: A retreat center in Northern Wisconsin for families with seriously ill children or families who have just suffered the loss of a child. Find out about their programs at www.faithslodge.org. |
| MISS: A nonprofit organization that not only provides support to families in loss, but empowers people through community volunteerism, public policy and legislative education, as well as programs to reduce the incidents of toddler and infant death. Check out their website, www.misschildren.org. |
| DAILY STRENGTH: Are you struggling with infertility or do you know someone who is? Learn more about treatments and connect with other women who are sharing your struggles at www.dailystrength.com. |
| May 3, 2008: Spring Cleaning for Your Body, Mind & Soul |
| FIVE DAY DETOX: Today we talked with Jennifer Gray, owner of the Yoga Minneapolis Center, where they’ll lead participants through a five-day detox program this July, featuring Yoga, Chinese Medicine and whole foods. Get more info here. |
| EXPERIENCE LIFE: Pilar Gerasimo, editor of Experience Life magazine, was our guest co-host today! The May issue is all about Clean Living. Check out some of the articles at www.experiencelifemag.com. |
| FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE COMPACT: You may have read about a couple vowing not to buy anything new for a year in the Star Tribune. Check it out here! Today we talked to Norma Williams, who spent the year 2007 following the Compact along with her husband, Darrell. Find out more about the Compact here. |
| NOT JUST A PRETTY FACE: Today we talked to Stacy Malkan, who in addition to helping start a national campaign for safe cosmetics has written a book about the harmful nature of our cosmetics. The book is called Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry. Find out more at www.notjustaprettyface.org. |
| April 26, 2008: Think Yourself Thin |
| INTUITIVE EATING: How do you listen to what your body really wants and needs instead of following someone else’s diet? Get more info at this web site: www.intuitiveeating.com. |
| PETER WALSH: One of our favorite Get Real Guys is back with us today, organization expert and Oprah regular Peter Walsh. His latest book is called “Does This Clutter Make My Butt Look Fat?” Visit his web site here. |
| OUR LADY OF WEIGHT LOSS: Janice Taylor is founder of the Our Lady of Weight Loss web site. She’s a national weight loss therapist encouraging people to light up in every way, not just on the scale! Check out her web site here. |
| 7 THOUGHTS THAT CAN MAKE YOU THIN: If changing your thoughts can help you lose weight, her are seven to start with. Click here! |
| HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE THIN? Let yourself imagine the actual feeling of being slender. Find out why in this
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| CORNELL FOOD & BRAND LAB: Cornell University has a lab devoted to food psychology, with lots of interesting research. Check it out here.
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| April 19, 2008: Your Invisible Support Team: Angels, Spirit Guides & More. |
| ANGEL EXPERT: Today we spoke with Joan Wester Anderson, one of the nation’s leading angel experts and author of 15 books including “Where Angels Walk.” Visit her web site at www.joanwanderson.com |
| SLADE ROBERSON: Slade conducts Spirit Guide Readings and runs the web site Shift Your Spirits. Check it out at www.sladeroberson.com. |
| MARTHA BECK: We were thrilled to welcome best-selling author and renowned life coach Martha to the show today! Her latest book is “Steering By Starlight.” She’ll be signing books at the Borders on Tamarack in Woodbury this Tuesday, April 22 from 7-9pm. Check out her web site at www.marthabeck.com. |
| TYPES OF ANGELS: In this article, angel expert and past GRG guest Doreen Virtue explains the difference between angels, guardian angels and archangels. Click here. |
| MEET YOUR SPIRIT GUIDES: Author and intuitive Sonia Choquette is well-known for her books and speeches on connecting with your spirit guides. For a brief overview on how to get in touch with them, click here. |
| April 12, 2008: The Mommy Trap: How to Stay True to You. |
| YOU’RE A GOOD MOM: Jen Singer was in the middle of writing this new book, “You’re a Good Mom,” when she was diagnosed with cancer last year. Check out her web site at www.mommasaid.net. |
| BLOOMA: Local doula and yoga instructor Sarah Longacre opened Blooma in Edina late last year to help moms stay in tune with their minds, bodies and souls. Visit Blooma at www.blooma.com! |
| RENEE TRUDEAU: This work/life balance coach is the author of “The Mother’s Guide to Self-Renewal: How to Reclaim, Rejuvenate and Re-Balance Your Life.” Visit her web site at www.reneetrudeau.com. |
| 100 DAY CHALLENGE: We mentioned the online 100 Day Challenge that our GRG of the Week Clarissa is part of. You can join at any time for free to get great support from people around the globe – including many moms – as you reach for your goals and dreams. Visit her website at www.100days.ning.com to learn more. |
| MOMS PASS DEPRESSION TO KIDS: If you suspect you might be depressed, get help for your sake and your kids’! If your depression goes untreated, it can have a negative affect on your children, as explained in this article.
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| MOM TALK: Connect with other local moms online via the new and improved Mom Talk web site. Just go to www.momtalk.com. |
| April 5, 2008: How To Get Happy And Stay Happy |
| THE HAPPINESS CLUB: Today we talked with Lionel Ketchian, founder of The Happiness Club in Connecticut. Get Happy by signing up for their newsletters or a virtual meeting here! |
| SADDLE UP: We spoke with life coach Saundra Pelletier, author of the new book “Saddle Up Your Own White House: 5 Principles Every Woman Needs to Know.” Visit her web site here. |
| DAILY OM: Madisyn Taylor launched the popular web site Daily OM four years ago. Now she’s authored her first book, “Daily OM: Inspirational Thoughts for a Happy, Healthy and Fulfilling Day” – to be released Monday. Give each day a dose of happiness at her web site here. |
| LIV GETS HAPPY: Read this recent article by Liv on SelfGrowth.com about her search for happiness at the Happiest Place on Earth! Click here. |
| IS FULL-TIME HAPPINESS POSSIBLE? Read this New York Times article on the search for perpetual happiness (featuring one of guests, Lionel Ketchian). Click here. |
| POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: The University of Pennsylvania has a center devoted specifically to exploring positive psychology and authentic happiness! Check it out
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| March 29, 2008: Attracting Money into Your Life |
| PEGGY MCCOLL: The best-selling author of “Your Destiny Switch” is back with us today to talk about her cool Magnet for Money program and her new book, “21 Distinctions of Wealth,” coming out in May. Click here for more info. |
| JAMES RAY: We love this guy! You may have seen him in “The Secret” or talking on Oprah and Larry King about “Harmonic Wealth.” Now see him in the Twin Cities on April 2 or 3 for free! Colleen and Liv went to the seminar last year and loved it.
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FINANCIAL FENG SHUI: Local Feng Shui expert Amy Theisen of Infinity Life Design returned to GRG to offer advice on how to make sure your home and office and set up right so you attract abundance. Next Saturday, April 5, she’s teaching a class on personalized feng shui.
Click here to register.
In the class, she’ll expand on some of the tips she shared with us:
1.In 2008, don’t renovate or do projects in the southern-most rooms of your home or the south part of your yard.
2.Get a compass. The best area of your house for attracting abundance is in “East 2.” To find it, stand in the very center of your home and find the area of your home that’s between 83º -97º. If it includes your front door or is a heavily trafficked area, you’re in good shape. If not, install a fountain or fish tank in that space on April 8th at precisely 7:30am (and keep it there until Feb 4, 2009).
3.To boost the success of financial/property investments, use the same technique to find the “SE 3” area of your home – that’s between 143 º - 157 º. Install your fountain or tank on June 9th at 5:30pm. (Note: only 1 fountain per house, so choose the most important space to you).
4. For help with a big exam, find “SE 2” – that’s between 128 º - 143 º. Install fountain/tank at any time.
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| ATTRACTING ABUNDANCE: In his book, “The Power of Intention,” Wayne Dyer shows readers how to attract more of what you want into your life. Read an excerpt
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| March 22, 2008: Body Talk: How to Hear What Your Body’s Telling You |
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| We talked with Michelle Lynn, owner of Yoga House in Edina. Click here for info. |
| DR. JUDITH ORLOFF: This pioneer in Energy Psychiatry and author of “Positive Energy” spoke with us about tapping into your intuition to get clear messages about what your body needs for health and happiness. Visit her web site here and watch this video in which she describes how to listen to your gut. |
| REIKI MASTER: Today we talked with Reiki Master and Teacher David Gleekel, director of the Reiki Center of Greater Washington. He’ll be in Minneapolis April 26-27 for a weekend introductory class to Reiki. For more information, click here. You can also call 1-866-59-REIKI. |
| POWER OF YOGA: Think yoga is just about complicated poses? Read this fascinating article a journalist who used to think so – until she nearly died and used the principles of yoga to come back to life, both literally and figuratively. |
| ENERGY VAMPIRES: Ever notice that you feel worse after spending time with certain people in your life? Maybe you feel exhausted, anxious or stressed. Click here to read about how to deal with these so-called “energy vampires.” |
| March 15, 2008: Oevercoming Yours Fears About Death and Dying |
ELIZABETH HARRINGTON: This well-known East Coast psychic/medium uses her abilities to comfort those who have lost a loved one and ease fears about death through one-on-one sessions and workshops.
Check her out here.
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| MORNINGSIDE CHURCH: This Sunday (3/16), Rev. Rosemary Rocha will wrap up the Lenten series on “Living Fully, Dying Well” at Edina Morningside Community Church. For more info, click here. |
| THE NEW PDA: Do you display PDA - Personal Death Awareness? Grief experts say it’s the only way to kiss off fears about death and dying. Learn more by clicking here.
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March 8, 2008: Understanding the power of words
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14 WORDS TO LET GO: Today we talked with inspirational coach and speaker Debbie Friedman about her workshop, “The Power of Words Can Set You Free.” The 14 words she encourages people to let go of are: can’t, don’t, won’t, want, hope, will, need, wish, try, if, but, not, should and lose. Can you do it!? Check out her web site for more insights here.
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GRG SPECIAL OFFER @ EMPOWORD: Our Get Real Girls of the Week, Stephanie and Wendy, created the local company “empoword” with cool products featuring powerful words that remind you to live authentically and fully (read their stories on the left side of our page). If you place an order online, enter the promo code REAL to receive a free “word cling.” Click here for their web site.
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CAT THOMPSON: Local writer, speaker and executive coach is well versed on the power of what she calls “conscious” or “authentic” language. Read this article by her on the subject.
And check out her company, Emotional Technologies, here.
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CREATE A NEW HABIT: Need some help getting better at positive self-talk? Check out this article for tips on how to get started.
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DO YOU MEAN WHAT YOU SAY? Read this intriguing article on how to speak with integrity – say what you mean and mean what you say.
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WORD COUNT WEB SITE: Just type in your favorite word and you’ll see how commonly it’s used in the English language. Click here!
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March 1, 2008: Getting Mad Without Going Mad: Anger 101
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ANGER TO FORGIVENESS: Today we talked with local practitioner Valerie Lis, an expert in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). On March 10th, she’ll lead a workshop titled “From Anger to Forgiveness in Minutes.” Click here and scroll down to learn more.
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DR. HARRIET LERNER: How does anger play a role in your relationships? We talked with internationally-known relationship expert Harriet Lerner, author of the New York Times Best Seller “The Anger Dance.” Find more resources at her web site here.
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LETTING GO OF ANGER: Top anger expert Dr. Ronald Potter-Efron, who practices in Eau Claire, is author of multiple books about controlling anger including “Letting Go of Anger” and “Angry All the Time.” Check out his books here.
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ANGER RESOURCES WEB SITE: We spoke with local anger management therapist David Decker, who co-founded the helpful Anger Resources web site. Check it out here.
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Colleen was able to share her daughter Brady's story on StarTribune.com's Cribsheet blog. Click here to read it
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February 23, 2008: What’s Your Story? Exploring the World of Writing & Publishing
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STORYCATCHERS: Today we talked with author Christina Baldwin about her book, “Storycatcher: Making Sense of Our Lives Through the Power and Practice of Story.” Check out her cool web site here.
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I LOVE YOU MORE: Laura Duksta is back with a huge success story! After selling 179,000 copies of her self-published children’s book, “I Love You More,” her book was acquired by a major publisher and just this week became a New York Times Bestseller! Visit Laura’s web site here. And follow her lead by setting your intentions as a future author at her 100 Day Challenge web site here.
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DOREEN VIRTUE: This world renowned expert on angels and spirituality – and a doctor of psychology – just released her first novel. She shared her writing tips, including getting angelic guidance, with us today. Visit main web site is here and the book web site she mentioned on-air is here.
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LOCAL LEADS: Not sure where to start on your journey to getting published? The Twin Cities has some fabulous resources, including The Loft Literary Center and Hamline University’s Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children and Young Adults.
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THE WRITE STUFF: Want access to the publishing stats the GRGs shared today? Click here.
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ONLINE SCRAPBOOKING: Liv mentioned that she often uses Shutterfly to create books featuring family photos and stories. Similar sites include Snapfish or Kodak. Or, if you could use a little more hands-on help, use Heritage Makers and tap into local consultant Kelly Hocks if you need help.
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February 9, 2008: Attracting Love Into Your Life
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SECRETS OF ATTRACTION: Today we talked with New York Times Best-Selling author Sandra Taylor about her book, “Secrets of Attraction,” and how to attract the love of your life. Click here for details!
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TAO TALK: We spoke with CJ Golden, author of “Tao of the Defiant Woman,” about how – and why – to love yourself before you love anybody else. Click here for information.
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AMERICAN SOULMATE: Stop looking for love in all the wrong places and go to the Mall of America! Our GRG of the Week, matchmaker Kailen Rosenberg, will be among the featured experts at this cool event for Twin Cities singles on Tues., Feb. 12th. Click here for details.
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