As a Certified Life Coach, I often hear people say their lives would be better if only they had grown up in a more loving home. They blame their parents, siblings, partners, or even their bosses for not encouraging them to be bolder, smarter, or wiser. They feel as if life dealt them the wrong deck of cards, leaving them stuck in a cycle of limitations. Have you ever felt cursed to live a life that falls short of your dreams? Do you struggle to see your own value? Do you wonder how different your life could be if only the people around you had treated you better? I will share how to break free from blame, shift your perspective, and start building the life you truly deserve, regardless of your past or present circumstances.
I know the importance of meditation and the effects it has on our body. It takes a lot of discipline to sit and practice this ancient ritual. There are many forms of meditation but which is the one that connects most with you. It has been a while since Jason Stephenson of Jason Stephenson Meditations has been in The Classroom. I am so grateful he is back! Jason will help us discover the healing power of sound and how to embrace the meditation that is best for you.
I never allowed my children to use the word “HATE.” I never thought I would say this, but it seems like hate has replaced common sense. A difference of perspective is breaking up friendships and families. Stories are distorted and truth has become political. Although in many ways the world has united, it stands very divided. But why? Why are our opinions taken so personally? Why would anyone stop loving or communicating with someone just because of a difference in politics, lifestyle, or religion? I will explore why this division is happening. I will share how when we choose LOVE over FEAR we can accept others for who we are and eliminate HATE.
Do certain simple situations, people, places, or things bother you more than you think is normal. Even when you are not paying attention, a word, a sound, or a song, can evoke anger, frustration, short temperedness, and can make you confused or sad. Consciously, there is no real reason why this reaction is felt. Could there be something underneath driving your emotions? Do you ever wonder why you feel the way you do? Could there be something trapped inside that you do not remember? Recall Healing and Mindbody medicine expert Michelle LaMasa-Dawson, PhD, knows how trapped emotions can change our lives, even when these memories are suppressed. Dr. Michelle will share how we can find freedom by discovering forgotten wounds.
What is the difference between the end of December 2024 and the beginning of January 2025? Anyone… anyone… Buhler? Answer: Perspective! The way we relate to the new and to starting over. Somehow that shift from one year to the next will make the past disappear and the future change miraculously. But what if the old year is meant to teach us beautiful gifts and lessons for the new year in our lives? It is so important that we take the time to reflect on what we want, instead of what we don’t want. In this last class for 2024, I will share how to look at the old with a set of new eyes.
Just recently I gave a talk to a group who wanted to learn more about holistic alternatives to treating the body that has cancer or other diseases. As I was preparing for the talk it dawned on me, that after all these years in The Classroom, people still want to have a list of things they can do to fix the body. But what if the body is not broken? What if it is not the body that needs fixing? I will share the importance of accepting the past, embracing our present, and loving ourselves to heal.
With all the chaos and hate in the world, we need a change of perspective through the eyes of love! If you have ever experienced pain, disappointment, or loss, and you have shut down your ability to accept, forgive, or move on, you may be finding anger raging within yourself. When this happens, you might develop behaviors that will ultimately hurt you in achieving your goals. It is time to shift your perspective about how these behaviors affect your life. Author, Master Teacher, and world-renowned expert on a Course in Miracles, Carol Howe, will teach us tips on ending self-sabotage and abuse!
Why is it that everyone becomes “a saint” after they take their final breath? For many years people might hold a grudge and stop all communications with another person. When tragedy hits, all of a sudden whatever the grudge was about, it does not exist anymore. After someone is gone, it is too late to reconcile. So, I ask, what is so important about that argument, misunderstanding, disappointment, judgement, feeling, or whatever has kept you from a loving relationship with another person? Perhaps, it is not the other person… Perhaps it is us. We may need to learn how to accept others for who they are without excommunicating them. I will share tips on how to forgive and love UNconditionally.
There are times in our lives when we throw caution to the wind. There are other times we play it safe. As we get older, it seems we get stuck playing it safe. That safety becomes such a priority, we stop living life to the fullest. Just recently my father, Jose Enrique Medina, took his final breath. This extraordinary event was totally outside of my comfort zone. But the blessings and miracles experienced reminded me that life begins outside my comfort zone. Are you feeling stuck? I will share how to step out of comfort and into life.
How do you know you are ready to become a caregiver? How long are you willing to take on the caregiving role? For many of us, becoming a caregiver can happen unexpectantly, without warning. We find ourselves in a role and we have no idea how it will affect us. Caregiving expert, advocate, author, and speaker Pamela D Wilson, MS, BS-BA, NCG, CSA, knew from an early age she possessed a love and passion for the elderly. And when this passion took a personal turn towards loss, Pamela brought her passion to those she loved the most, her parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. Pamela will share the caregiver’s journey and how we can prepare for this volunteer job that can lead to deeper love, higher stress, and feelings of being taken for granted.
It felt like a minute… but the month of May flew by faster than I would have liked. I had so many goals and, for the most part, I feel good about my achievements. But it is the goals that I was not able to complete that make me wonder why. What caused me to get derailed? Perhaps it was all my distractions in this world that caused me to disconnect with that voice within me. What is that voice that guides us beyond our understanding? I will share the importance of listening to and connecting to that voice within us.
I am still on cloud-9 about the I AM the SOLUTION Natural Health Summit! It was full of so many gifts, lessons, and surprises. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left; it was apparent that there is a need to look at the most important aspect of health… Our Mindset! So, before I take some much-needed time off, it is time to look at our mind and see how we hold ourselves back. Also, on May 14th we will celebrate another year in The Classroom. I will share my reflections on the past, present, and future of The Classroom!
When you have a dream or a passion, how willing are you to follow that passion to the end? Have you ever given up when life got truly tough? For Matthew Kenslow, author of Unstoppable, living with autism makes every choice tougher. Matthew knows firsthand that with determination and perseverance, everyone can be successful. Matthew’s courage to follow his dream of becoming a teacher and worldwide influencer is contagious. He will share how, even if we have a disability, we can all create the life of our dreams.
With all the chaos and hate in the world, we need a change of perspective through the eyes of love! If you have ever experienced pain, disappointment, or loss, and you have shut down your ability to accept, forgive, or move on, maybe you are finding anger raging within yourself. It is time to shift your perspective about how anger affects your life. Author, Master Teacher, and world-renowned expert on a Course in Miracles, Carol Howe, will teach us tips on remaining calm even when angry!
Although we all love being in love, February 14th can create a multitude of emotions for many of us. Valentine’s Day can add pressure to be in a relationship. This day can be a lot of fun. But it can also bring up memories and disappointments, especially if we are not in a relationship with a cooperative partner. One thing we know for sure is that we all want to be in a great relationship and madly in love. Mary Jo Rapini, M.Ed, LPC, is a speaker, psychotherapist, and author who encourages healthy relationships. She will share how to have the relationship of your dreams, even if it is with yourself.
When we hold on to past traumas, even when we ignore them and act as they never happened, they affect how we view others, our circumstances, and the world. If you are tired of putting yourself last, if you desire to leap out of your skin, if you are about to make a change and are fearful, perhaps we can take this leap together. Many times, we think we are selfish if we put ourselves first. Let’s change that thought… I will share the importance of valuing everything in life, especially ourselves.
Summer Perkins, MS, CCC-SLP, is a certified Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist with a Master's degree in Communicative Disorders. She has held roles as a Clinical Professor at the University of Florida and Director of a Pediatric Outpatient Therapy Clinic in Chicago. Summer specializes in working with Children and Adults who neurodiverse conditions like, Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Down Syndrome, and other issues. Summer is currently developing an innovative program that redefines language therapy for neurodiverse individuals, focusing on self- and co-regulation, advocacy, and social-emotional goals using trauma-informed techniques. Summer will share how we too can use these tools to better understand the brain and improve how we manage our emotions.
Going into the new year, many of us have great plans for a better year. But seldom are those plans fully executed. Do you want to get healthy? Do you want a better job or more income? Do you want better relationships? Do you want more meaning in your life? What do you want? But most importantly... What does God want for you? On this first class of 2024, you and I will look at what we do to sabotage ourselves and how we are going to embrace a New Year, New Truths, and a New You!
Where has the time gone? I cannot believe this is my final class for 2023! When I take a look at all the things that happened this year, I have to take a pause. Some things I could have controlled, while others I could not. This year included meeting and interviewing great teachers, creating wonderful events, and the loss of my friend Lorraine Day, MD. Regardless, each step has been an opportunity for growth. This includes the discovery that each one of us may not have the power to control the outcome, but we can certainly become the SOLUTION! I will share my excitement about the upcoming, 2/3/24, I AM the SOLUTION ~ Natural Health Summit 2024! Are you ready to be your own SOLUTION?
Have you ever noticed how there are certain circumstances that seem to repeat themselves? Even when we are not paying attention, choices we make will create the same unwelcome results. But why does this keep happening? Recall Healing and Mindbody medicine expert Michelle LaMasa-Dawson, PhD, knows that our behaviors and choices are created for us to learn from. Dr. Michelle is back to discuss how by discovering our patterns, we can learn from these growth opportunities and create a lesson to end the cycle.
We are almost at the end of 2023 and this is the time we start thinking about our New Year’s Resolutions. But did you know that approximately 92% of people who make resolutions do not keep them? Well, we can focus on the 92% or we can figure out what the 8% are doing to keep their commitment. I will share how we can set our goals for 2024 to be successful!
Germs, germs, and more germs… There are a lot of gifts that linger that nobody wants. We will be surrounded by many people; some we don’t even know at the store. We focus on the perfect gift, and just like that, Tis’ the season to get sick! Most people are fearful of germs but what if germs were not the root cause of getting sick? I will share tips on staying healthy during the holidays.
As we get older, and hopefully wiser, we realize what truly matters in life. What do you remember most… receiving the latest and greatest toy or spending time having fun with your parents, family, children, or grandchildren? Sometimes our priorities, when it comes to gift giving, can be off balance. We want to give the best gift ever, but we neglect the gift that endures. I will share how to give the gift that keeps on giving this holiday season and beyond.
We just celebrated a holiday that focused on giving thanks. After Thanksgiving, different denominations, faiths, and cultures celebrate their winter holidays. But when you have suffered a loss, family gatherings can create great sadness as you realize that someone who died will not be at the celebration. Celebrations are an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and rejoice. But how can we do that when the person we love is no longer on this earth. I will share how to embrace and deal with the loss of our loved ones during the holidays.