In this episode of the Relentless Positivity Podcast, we're thrilled to be joined by Amelia Walden, a former government contract auditor turned author of the inspiring memoir From Jew to Gentile. Amelia shares her remarkable faith journey, from her religious upbringing to breaking free from the confines of rigid religion.

Tune in as she discusses her heartfelt transformation, the humorous "Amelia Bedelia" moments that shaped her, and how embracing Christianity brought her the freedom she long sought.

Key Takeaways:

• Amelia’s Path to Writing: Discover how Amelia transitioned from auditing government contracts to authoring a deeply personal memoir about faith.
• Breaking Free from Tradition: Hear about Amelia’s journey away from strict religious rules and how it transformed her views on faith and grace.
• Hilarious Missteps: Amelia shares her "Amelia Bedelia" moments—lighthearted mistakes that taught her profound lessons on faith and forgiveness.
• Book Cover Story: The special connection between Amelia’s daughter and the cover of her book.
• GIG Break: Learn what a "GIG Break" is and how Amelia came up with the term.

Where to Find Amelia:

• Book: From Jew to Gentile is available on Amazon:

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• Website: Stay updated with Amelia’s latest work and blog posts on her website: ⁠https://fromjtog.com/⁠

Final Thought:Amelia leaves us with an inspiring message for anyone going through identity or faith struggles: "Embrace the journey with grace and humor—sometimes the missteps teach us the most about who we truly are."

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In this episode of the Relentless Positivity Podcast, I dove into one of the most powerful true stories of perseverance and positivity—The Pursuit of Happyness. This is the inspiring journey of Chris Gardner, a man who rose from homelessness to become a successful stockbroker, all while caring for his young son.

I break down seven life-changing lessons from Chris Gardner’s story and how we can apply them to our own lives.

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We need more people in the world like Ed Doherty! I love his approach to life, and I think more people should adopt it. Especially young people.

Highlights you don't want to miss in this episode:

• Memoir Insights: Leadership expert Ed Doherty shares powerful stories from his memoir, "Observations at the Speed of Life," highlighting the importance of persistence and self-improvement in achieving success.
• Boston Marathon at 70: Discover how Ed’s journey from daily walks to completing the Boston Marathon at age 70 became a testament to setting challenging goals and never giving up.
• Storytelling Mastery: Joe and Ed delve into the art of balancing humor and wisdom in storytelling, with Ed sharing how he used laughter to teach valuable life lessons. Including a story involving Larry Bird, McChicken, and mustaches.
• Leadership Lessons: Learn about Ed’s leadership philosophy of leading by example, including the unforgettable story of improving cleanliness standards by eating off the restaurant floor.
• Mentorship and Success: Ed discusses the critical role of mentors in his career and the lasting impact of tough feedback that helped him become a true leader.
• Personal Triumphs: Hear the touching story of Ed’s son, who overcame significant health challenges to live a resilient and fulfilled life.

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In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Dave Mowry, a man who transformed his life from the depths of bipolar disorder and severe anxiety to a beacon of hope and inspiration. After losing everything, Dave found his way back through the power of stand-up comedy, using humor to heal and to help others shatter the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Join us as Dave shares his incredible journey from a successful businessman to a man who found his purpose in the most unexpected way—on stage, making people laugh. We’ll dive into how stand-up comedy gave him control over his life, and how he now teaches others living with mental illness to find humor in their pain. Dave also talks about his bestselling book OMG That's Me! and the impact it’s had on readers worldwide.

We’ll discuss everything from the hardest he’s ever bombed on stage to the progress he’s seen in the fight against mental health stigma. Dave’s story is one of resilience, laughter, and hope, and it’s sure to leave you feeling inspired.

Whether you’re dealing with mental health challenges yourself or simply want to understand the healing power of comedy, this episode is a must-listen.

Topics Covered:

• Dave’s journey from losing everything to finding purpose through comedy.
• The role of humor in mental health recovery.
• Memorable moments from teaching stand-up to those with mental illness.
• Insights into his book OMG That's Me! and its impact.
• Navigating the fine line between humor and sensitivity in mental health topics.
• The evolution of public perception around mental illness.

Tune in for a powerful conversation that will make you laugh, reflect, and believe in the possibility of finding light in the darkest of places.

Find Dave's books and more here: OMG

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The Surgeon General has called the decline of mental health in children the 'defining public health issue of our time.' Suicide is the #1 killer of 13-14 year olds and the #2 killer of 10-14 year olds.

And now Wellstone is set to do something about it. They are about to open their pediatric wing, something the children of Madison County desperately need. Wellstone's Director of Development Karen Peterson is back to tell us all about why this is such a need in the community.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Give here! https://go.wellstone.com/be-the-rock

Info for WellStone Emergency Services (WES): https://wellstone.com/services/crisis/wellstone-emergency-services/

PEDS info not up yet.

WellStone: 256-705-6444 (Access to care, programs & services)

9-8-8 Lifeline (to call if you’re in mental health crisis)

To listen to Karen's powerful first episode: Episode 119

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My guest today is Katharine Giovanni. She is a three-time award-winning best-selling author, speaker, and one of the original founders of the independent concierge industry. Katharine has authored over twelve books, including her latest release, 'The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power.'

Don't miss how she teaches forgiveness! It is a unique and powerful approach that can help anyone.

Website: https://www.katharinegiovanni.com/

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In third grade, Steph Katzovi announced that she was going to be an author when she grew up. After graduating law school and serving as a strategic communications consultant she decided it was time to live up to her third-grade self. And now she is living her dream! I had a great time learning how she creates the characters and story lines for her books, her creative process, and much more. Steph is such an engaging and thoughtful guest, I really enjoyed meeting her. And I think she has inspired me to write some children's books for gingers :)

Go to her website for links to all the places you can pick up her books, learn more about her, and read her amazing blog: Steph's website

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Have you ever met someone, learned about their life, and said you should write a book! That’s exactly what my guest for today’s episode Jerry Werner did. And his story is a doozy.

From being fascinated with the space race as a young boy to his life mission to become an astronaut to his adventures as a Top Gun fighter pilot, he has lived a heckuva life! And I especially got a lot out of his failures and what he learned from them.

Big thank you to Jerry for coming on. He is suffering from Parkinson's and it affects his voice, but he still agreed to come on and share his story. Make sure to go to Jerry's website and pickup a copy of his book. I grabbed one right after our interview wrapped up :) https://jerrywerner.com/

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