Shelley Buck and Kathy Curtis are life-long friends who came together to write Leave Your Light On: The Musical Mantra Left Behind by an Illuminating Spirit, a book about the loss of Shelley&apos;s young musician son, Ryder. In this important and poignant episode, we talk deeply and honestly about grief and grieving: How can we move through such a painful experience when it feels as though it will never end? Is there a point when we should "get over it" and move past our grief? What are some of the ways to honor a loved one who has died?How can we live in our new, altered life after losing a loved one?More about my guests:Shelley BuckShelley Buck was born into a creative family in the Midwest and moved to California after college to follow her dream of working for Disney. It was there she met and fell in love with her husband, Chris, who worked in animation. After they married and had their first child, Ryder, she stayed home to be a full-time mom to him and the two brothers who followed.She is a storyteller and artist, which she expresses through her original jewelry at ShelRae Designs. When Ryder was diagnosed with cancer and the journey went to unimaginable places, she poured her heart into writing their story. Her lessons in parenting through these tribulations, combined with the power of Ryder’s larger-than-life spirit, offer profound messages for living in the light.Kathy CurtisKathy Curtis moved into Shelley’s neighborhood when they were both 12 years old and an instant, lifelong friendship took root. She has worked as a healing artist and writer since 1991. Her programs support the transformation of grief, illness, and emotional barriers through creative expression. She is the author of Invisible Ink, a memoir about her own journey through grief. The unique writing process that brought her so much healing has since become a successful program, online and at various venues in the Midwest.Kathy’s intimate connection to the Buck family, combined with her writing and healing background, made her the perfect person to partner with Shelley on the creation of this book. See the full video at: http://bit.ly/selftalkbuckcurtisMore from Shelley and Kathy:Book: https://www.leaveyourlightonbook.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/shelraebuck/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shelley.buck • https://www.facebook.com/RyderBuckTwitter: https://twitter.com/shelbuckeroos5Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk with Rachel Astarte

Self Talk #58: INTERVIEW: Shelley Buck and Kathy Curtis, Grief Authors

Kirk Nurmi rose to international prominence as the lead counsel for the infamous Jodi Arias. The stress of that case brought cancer into his life. And with cancer came big changes—a whole new life wherein happiness is his beacon. With this beacon in view, Kirk has written for the New York Daily News, authored eight books, has spoken all around the country, and in October of 2020, he debuted his new One-Man Show “Overcoming Jodi Arias.” In this episode, we talk about Kirk&apos;s journey to wholeness and how we, too, can celebrate our true selves even while overcoming major obstacles in life. Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalknurmiDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Kirk:Website: http://www.kirknurmi.comInstagram: @nurmiunchained_Twitter: @nurmiunchained Facebook:  http://facebook.com/NurmiUnchained Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #57: INTERVIEW: Kirk Nurmi, Former Defense Attorney and Author

Gloria Battini is on a mission to empower survivors of abusive relationships to free themselves from mental and emotional wounds by finding their authentic self. A survivor herself, Gloria is now a Relationship and Self-Love Coach. In this episode, we talk frankly about how to recognize that you are in a relationship with a narcissist. Once you are aware, how do you recover from gaslighting and other emotional abuse? The power of your true self is there, ready to be accessed and used for the benefit of yourself and others.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkbattiniDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Gloria:Website: https://www.theselfmasterycoach.co.uk/IG: @gloriabattiniMusic:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #56: INTERVIEW: Gloria Battini, Relationship and Self-Love Coach

Erin McCullough calls herself "The Joy Slinger” because she teaches people how to create Impenetrable Joy so that they can be calm, have peace of mind and meaning in their life—now.  In this episode, we discuss the anxiety disorder that had her holed up in her home, inspiring her to develop strategies to overcome and prevent anxiety. She now teaches those strategies to anxiety sufferers through her coaching practice.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkmcculloughDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Erin:Website: https://www.erin-mac.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinmacllc/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-mac-600b86178/Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #55: INTERVIEW: Erin McCullough, "The Joy Slinger" Coach

Zack Rutledge is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. He’s also a Certified Brain Health Trainer through the Functional Aging Institute. He has a black belt in karate and has practiced yoga for almost a decade. He is the author of The Official Depression Relief Playbook: Real-life Life Strategies From a Guy Who Has Lived It. In this episode, we talk frankly about depression and how to help ourselves (and even our loved ones) out of its grip.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkrutledgeDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Zack:Book: https://www.amazon.com/Official-Depression-Relief-Playbook-Strategies-ebook/dp/B08K3R6ZV5Facebook: facebook.com/theofficialdepressionreliefplaybookMusic:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #54: INTERVIEW: Zack Rutledge, Personal Trainer and Author

John Davis has been a professional fight director and stuntman, artistic director, sword-fighting comedian. After breaking his spine in two (you read that right), he harnessed his life experiences and became a motivational speaker, author, and coach. In this episode, we talk about limiting beliefs and how to overcome them using what he calls the "Five F Formula."Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkdavisDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from John:Website: http://corporateactionhero.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corporateactionhero/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CorporateActionHero Twitter: https://twitter.com/JDActionHeroSpecial Gift From John!The Five F Workbook and Videohttp://corporateactionhero.com/giftMusic:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #53: INTERVIEW: John Davis, Motivational Speaker, Author, and Coach

Murielle Fellous is an intuitive life coach helping single moms with teenagers avoid constant arguments that often happen as a result of both parties spiraling into negative emotions. In this episode we talk about "co-parenting with the universe"—our true selves—to guide us through the oftentimes tumultuous path of parenting. Also, join us in a mutual EFT (tapping) session that helps us to alleviate feelings of stress.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkfellousDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Murielle:Website: http://singlemomsdoingitall.comEFT Guide: http://liveeft.clubMusic:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #52: INTERVIEW: Murielle Fellous, Intuitive Life Coach for Single Mothers of Teens

Dr. Roseann is a mental health trailblazer, founder of The Global Institute of Children’s Mental Health and Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC. In this episode, we talk about her mission to change the way we view and treat children’s mental health using drug-free and natural methods. We also discuss the  COVID-19 pandemic and its effect on children and teens.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkdrroseannDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Dr. Roseann:Website: http://www.drroseann.com Book: http://itsgonnabeok.comBusiness Page: http://www.childrensmentalhealth.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrRoseannCapannaHodge Instagram: @drroseannMusic:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #51: INTERVIEW: Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, Children's Mental Health Advocate

Sonia Frontera is a divorce lawyer and survivor of a toxic marriage who&apos;s been happily remarried for 14 years. Sonia is a domestic violence advocate,  empowerment trainer, and bestselling author. In this episode, we discuss her new book, Relationship Solutions: Effective Strategies to Heal Your Heart and Create the Happiness You Deserve, and how resisting societal pressures can help you invite a healthy relationship that suits your soul.BONUS: Sonia has gifted 5 free ebook copies of  Relationship Solutions for listeners. Details in the episode.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkfronteraDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.Full audio: http://selftalkpodcast.comMore from Sonia:Website: https://www.soniafrontera.comAmazon Author Page: http://amzn.to/3cee2JrTwitter: https://twitter.com/FronteraSoniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sistersguidesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-frontera-93214a28/Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #50: INTERVIEW: Sonia Frontera, Divorce Attorney and Author

Described by music icon Gloria Estefan as “a balm for the soul," award-winning author and TEDx speaker Christian de la Huerta is a sought-after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach, and leading voice in the breathwork community. His book, Awakening the Soul of Power, the first of a three-part series, Calling All Heroes, was released in October 2020. In this episode, we discuss our innate connection to the spirit of nature and our path to psychospiritual awakening.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkdelahuertaDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.More from Christian:Website: https://soulfulpower.com/Facebook Group (Unleash Your Inner Hero): https://www.facebook.com/groups/290440885360555/Book: https://soulfulpower.com/Awakening-The-Soul-Of-Power-BookVirtual Coaching Group: https://soulfulpower.com/offerings/retreats/adventures-in-transformation/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiandlh/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiandelahuerta/Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #49: INTERVIEW: Christian de la Huerta, Self-development Author and Teacher

In honor of Pride Month, I speak with Cetvies, a human rights activist and journalist. She campaigns and writes about human trafficking, environmental rights, animal rights, LGBTQ+ issues, and spirituality. In this episode, we talk about the political power of love, her struggles as a lesbian in relative seclusion, and how each of us can be activists in our own way.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkcetviesDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.More from Cetvies:Website: http://www.inthenameofhumanrights.com Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Self Talk #48: INTERVIEW: Cetvies, Human Rights Activist

In honor of Pride Month, I speak with Cetvies, a human rights activist and journalist. She campaigns and writes about human trafficking, environmental rights, animal rights, LGBTQ+ issues, and spirituality. In this episode, we talk about her work, her personal struggles as a lesbian in pandemic lockdown, and how each of us can be activists in our own way.Watch the full video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/selftalkcetviesDon&apos;t forget to subscribe for more self-related topics and interviews.More from Cetvies:Website: http://www.inthenameofhumanrights.com Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (http://paypal.me/rachelastarte)

Psychotherapist and transformational life coach Rachel Astarte talks to the voice in your head.