What Your Body Needs

When Dr. Gregory H. Tefft’s publicist contacted me I was all over this. Divine timing. The publicity materials say, “Your hair is the key to your health puzzle, finding exactly what nutrients will restore your health." For close to a year, my hair has been not as full as it once was and not as vibrant. Dr. Tefft wrote a book called “Your Personal Life: Measuring What Your Body Needs to Live Lean, Long, Strong, and Better."

Dr. Tefft states in the book that you are not what you eat but instead what you retain from what you eat. I have always been a believer that everybody is different and there is no eating plan that is a fit for everyone. I think that is a huge reason why “diets” fail. If you were eating what your body needs to feel well you’d stick with it because you’d feel fabulous. So how do you figure out what nutrients are lacking and what ones you have in excess? Dr. Tefft uses one lock of hair – ONE! So why not blood work? Why hair? I bet you're thinking that because I know I was. From what I understand our blood fluctuates where our hair is more reliable as a biopsy specimen.

Dr. Tefft’s book talks about the Seven Health Obstacles, the best and worst foods for balancing your metabolism, our biggest wellness mistakes, and many eye-opening reality checks.

Personalized nutrition is the answer. If you want to find out what you are born to eat for YOU – for your optimal health, I highly suggest checking out Dr. Tefft’s book. AND you can take the test by getting your own personalized Hair Analysis Program at www.arborvitaenutrition.com.

Start 2017 with your own personal wellness plan!

Wishing all of you health, wealth, success and happiness!

Start Right Where You Are

As a fan of her last book, "Get It Done," I was very excited to receive Sam Bennett’s new book "Start Right Where You Are." This book could not have been published at a more perfect time. Lately I have been feeling like here I am doing all these things and not seeing the results I thought I would receive from all this effort. The subtitle of Sam’s book “How Little Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Overwhelmed Procrastinators, Frustrated Overachievers, and Recovering Perfectionists” screams 2 out of 3 for me.

As with Sam’s other books, this one is written for everyone and breaks it down simply. And her action steps do not take much of your time, but they are powerful and impactful.

Here is an example of one of my favorite “Little Changes Action Steps” from the book: “If you had someone you could trust leading you across the high-wire act of your life, who would it be? Picture that person or entity in your mind, and imagine what encouraging words they have for you right now.” This could change on any day I am doing the exercise depending on my daily circumstances. I have found it helpful and inspiring when I need a boost and encouraging words.

In the book, you’ll find 66 small doable changes. Even though I have read once through the book, now I am going back and putting action behind some of ones I didn’t take action on during the first read (perhaps I am still a perfectionist).

But here is the bottom line… a quote from the author: “All the things you keep telling yourself you want to do, be, or have are possible for you if you are willing to take it one step at a time. No matter how long you’ve been dreaming your dreams, they are still alive, still possible. Just because they haven’t happened up to now doesn’t mean they won’t happen. And just because your life, career, or projects haven’t gone the way you may have wanted doesn’t mean they are not going well. No matter what has happened to you up to now, you have an opportunity to create a new story, beginning right now.”

Now who doesn’t need that encouragement, wisdom ... and book!

For more information: http://www.startrightwhereyouare.com/

Farewell Show... For Now

In what may be the "Swan Song" to Freedom For All Radio, Jim and Jennifer reminisce over 5 years’ worth of joy and freedom.

Listen in to the ups and downs of 5 years and over 270 shows. That is a lot of great commitment for a great cause.

To hear this show: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/freedomforall/2016/11/18/guest-us-farewell-show-for-now

Celebrating Jim, Miscommunication and the Publication of "Huh?"

Yesterday was cohost Jim Ellis' birthday, and today is the date of publication of his new book "Huh?".  Listen in, celebrate, and learn all about the joys, sorrows and comic relief of miscommunication.

To purchase "Huh?: The Joys, Sorrows, and Comic Relief of Miscommunication": https://www.amazon.com/Huh-Sorrows-Comic-Relief-Miscommunication/dp/1539717275/

To hear this fun show: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/freedomforall/2016/11/04/celebrating-jim-miscommunication-and-the-publication-of-huh

Man Survives Near-Fatal Brain Injury to Serve Other's Health

Christopher “Mac” McLaine is a recent graduate from Los Angeles Chiropractic College. Prior to enrolling in the Doctor of Chiropractic program, Chris completed a Health Coach training program that catapulted his interests into autoimmune conditions, with a particular focus on gluten sensitivity and Celiac Disease.

After a near-fatal traumatic brain injury in 2009, Chris has taken an incredible journey of growth and professional development. He was inspired and motivated by powerful healers in the alternative community who helped him recover without the use of drugs or surgery.

While at school to become a Doctor of Chiropractic, Chris also embarked on a Diplomat in Functional Neurology at The Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies. He will become a board-certified Chiropractic Neurologist who will specialize in brain injuries and autism spectrum disorders. Chris is currently involved in a project aimed at getting San Diegans walking and moving with ergonomic footwear and bio-engineered orthotic devices. He is currently operating a Digital Orthotics franchise location in Liberty Station.

To hear today's inspiring show: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/freedomforall/2016/10/28/chris-mclaine--man-survives-near-fatal-brain-injury-to-serve-others-health

Fully Engaged

On this show we welcomed Thomas M. Sterner. Thomas is the author of Fully Engaged and The Practicing Mind. He is accomplished as a musician, composer, and technician in various fields of music; as a recording and audio engineer; and in athletic pursuits from archery to golf. He speaks around the world on developing focus and discipline and lives in Wilmington, Delaware. Visit him online at http://tomsterner.com

To hear this very engaging show: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/freedomforall/2016/10/21/guest-thomas-sterner

Pam Benjamin - Comic, Author, Radio Host, Funny Lady

Pam Benjamin, director of Mutiny Radio in San Francisco, is a stand-up comic with a free spirit that guides her life and entertains her audience. She hosts two weekly open mics (happy hour and joke workshop), a weekly comedy showcase (Pamtastic's Comedy Clubhouse ) and two human interest/news shows. All are available for download at www.mutinyradio.fm as well as on iTunes. Pam is the author of two published novels (voices available on Kindle) and over 50 national and internationally published poems.

Her website: http://www.pcrcollective.org/

To hear our show with her today:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/freedomforall/2016/10/14/pam-benjamin--comic-author-radio-host-funny-lady