Co-Creating Impact

Generational Neurodivergence seems to be more common than we think. Our brave mental health advocate, Missy says that she sees some improvement in the school system since her time. However, there are still some issues that parents are fighting to advocate for their children. She grew up feeling isolated and bullied by her peers for having a different way of learning. She felt that she was looked at as being different in a negative way because she was placed in a different learning support classroom yet had the same electives, lunch, and recess with her peers. So, she learned early on that keeping quiet and to herself was how she could cope. Even though she noticed that her child didn’t seem as isolated in his school as she felt growing up, there were still some issues with what he needed academically. After many discussions with the school and noticing he wasn’t receiving the resources that he needed, it was clear that the time had come to pull him out of that school. Her time researching different schools paid off because he is doing so much better now. Although Generational Neurodivergence seems to be more common than we think, Missy didn’t allow the stigma that she felt stop her from working hard to get her associates degree so she could live her dream of working with children. She says that she did not want to be a statistic! Missy’s biggest message is for parents to continue to advocate for their children!! Please welcome Missy to our Co-Creator family! Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net SlothFriends.com and BreakTheRage.org If you’re interested in becoming a Co-Creator, have a look at our Become a Co-Creator page.

The biggest impact in Marks life to write poetry began with his middle school English teachers positivity and discipline on a children's book project. Teachers are the BEST!! He recalls how middle school aged kids could be bullies and how this became part of his way to work through childhood stressors. When a close personal friend passed, his Counselor recommended that he write the story of the day that he passed. How he felt his friend's soul pass through him to say his final goodbye on that day. Some people feel talking helps, he describes how it feels to get it out on paper. To put down on paper the images and conversations from that day to be able to see it physically. Finding inspiration and mental clarity, for Mark, is from being in nature, going to parks, being with community, writing, and helping others. His favorite method is taking pen to paper to write when he's inspired to create a poem. Poetry is similar to music in the way it can magically transport us to our deepest core beliefs and values. It touches us in a deeply profound, personal level. It can be an amazing outlet to tap into our vulnerability. Helping us work through our emotions around all sorts of things. Mark's Poems have an incredibly deep impact that has the ability to wake up that part of you that may have laid dormant for years. It ignites inspiration that touches our mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being. I appreciate the 2 poems that he shared with us on this podcast and look forward to hearing more! We were also blessed with a nice little show and tell of an incredible German Devotional book that he found in Minnesota from Germany dating back to 1776! Thank you Mark for sharing your story, your incredible poems, and a part of your book collection with us! Please welcome Mark to our Co-Creator family! Purchase Marks 2 Poetry books from Amazon - 3 A.M. Stories 13 8 Watch this episode on YouTube Listen to Mark Maier's poetry on any music platform. Mark's YouTube Channel Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net SlothFriends.com and BreakTheRage.org

Trigger Warning. We are talking with the founder of Vet Life 4 Life, Shawn aka the Veteran Guy about the veterans that take their life and the importance of this is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization to help veterans. His motto is "Don't just talk about it, Be about it". Shawn is a 9 year Veteran that did 2 tours in Afghanistan. His story impacts a lot of veterans and people that struggle with addiction and mental health. He is an inspirational speaker and helps those that want to get better. He's also a Mindset Influencer and spends all of his time reaching out to others with his Social Media Platforms that he uses to helps others with Personal Development. He uses his message to show people that “No matter what you struggle with you can overcome it”. Shawn is a Veteran Activist who founded Vet Life 4 Life to Raise Awareness for Veteran Suicide, Mental Health, and Addiction. He uses his own experiences and knowledge to show others that “Your mental health does not define who you are”. Shawn's Book, Veteran Mindset 2.0 Website - Vet Life 4 Life Find this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Lori's perspective and behind the scenes

We can't say enough about our superhero nurses! They are an amazing gift to us all. Eric is sharing his experience and what tools he uses in times of stress as a nurse. No one was prepared for what happened in 2020! Some establishments handled things better than others. Just as some people handled it better than others. So, when we hear stories like Eric's, its more than inspirational... it IS superhero status! And I hope all our superhero nurses feel that way! Eric on TikTok Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Lori's Perspective and Behind the Scenes

When it comes to weight loss accountability, Elisa decided that she wanted to share her journey with her community through social media and through her blog. She's found it's something that helps her in times of struggle as well as with her triumphs. She has been focused and improving her food intake along with exercise that works best for her. Weight loss accountability for Elisa also means working on her emotional wellbeing and documenting it along the way. How do you hold yourself accountable? Elisa's Links Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Lori's Perspective and Behind the Scenes

Let's remove the stigma of family recovery from addiction. Debbie is sharing how addiction affects the entire family along with some fantastic resources. Addiction is the one disease where pain is the motivator for change. It is caused by a complex set of factors to include; genetic, environmental, fitting in, or it was just fun at first. As humans we all have underlying pain and/or place of lack inside. We may fill that feeling of lack inside with a healthy or unhealthy thing. Debbie helps women learn to overcome obstacles in order to discover opportunities for growth and action by dismantling old belief patterns that operate as barriers and sources of confusion. She is a certified Inquiry-Based Coach who is also trained in The Work of Byron Katie. She's also a self-inquiry coach and facilitator for a non-profit recovery group for addiction-affected family members. Family recovery from addiction is a difficult and long process but with support anything is possible! Debbie's Website Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com My perspective and Behind the Scenes

Laura, our superhero, opens up about her life as well as sharing her tips and tricks for teaching with compassion. Even while the kids are now bouncing off the walls! Laura comes from a very religious upbringing and felt that her teaching beginnings were a little rocky. She says that a few of the kids are what kept her there. She's been teaching for 7 years and has so much compassion with the kids. Now even more than ever, they need her with the mental health that this last year has brought upon them. Teaching with Compassion is a skill that isn't taught, it's what our superhero teacher are born with! What are some ways we could provoke change in our school system to better serve our students? Laura on TikTok Laura on Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com My perspective and Behind the Scenes

Emotionally detaching from objects doesn't mean we can't have a cozy/comfortable home. Maria is a single mom that went through so much in her life to include being homeless. She went from feeling a little lost after finally purchasing her first home on her own to now helping others with emotionally detaching from objects that no longer serve them. She assists her clients with emotionally detaching from objects to help make their home a space that they love to be in. Creating physical flow with their most precious objects to allow for good mental flow also. Maria on TikTok Maria on Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com My perceptions and Behind the Scenes

Some of us take a mothers love for granted. Some of us grow up without a mother or with a toxic mother. Does that make us become less loving as parents? The death of Leo's parents and life as an adopted child to 2 different families, left her with many unanswered questions. Even though she's had some good influences and God on her side, she had a strong desire to have a mothers love. Leo is finally speaking her truth and helping others along the way. She is a service member of the Army National Guard and a loving mother to a 5-year old. She has her masters degree in school counseling and works with children with special needs. Her brand, Leo Speaks is about her story, healing, spreading encouragement, and coping. She will do group homes, individual counseling, and group work with the youth. Leo Speaks YouTube Channel - Leo Speaks Leo Speaks Instagram Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Lori's Perspective and Behind the Scenes

Knowing our family history is so important for many reasons. Anastacia shares details of finding her blood relations through Ancestry DNA after going with her instincts of feeling like an outsider for so long. Keeping secrets can be damaging when it comes to our family history. Once the truth comes out, it's such a relief. And the truth always comes out! There may be some investigating and bumps along the way but the truth always come out!!! To get to know your blood family can be such a blessing. Some people may never have that opportunity and some aren't too receptive. However, Anastacia finally feels like she fits in once she got to know her blood relations after so many years of not knowing her family history. There are many twists and turns within her story but she says that she places the highest value on family now. Don't miss this inspirational story! Anastacia on TikTok Watch on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine Lori's Perceptions and Behind the Scenes

Long Haul Covid Survivor, Christina shares her story with having the Coronavirus which lingered into what is now called the Coronavirus Long Haul. She, as a long haul survivor says, "It is NOT your fault! No matter how careful you are, it is still not your fault!" Christina is a member of the Survivor Corps group. This is a group of individuals who survived COVID, but now are battling the long haul symptoms that are left after the virus. In addition to the debilitating symptoms, many of the members are also dealing with family members who do not believe or support them. Christina's oldest sister, who is also a doctor, is a big reason she survived the virus and it strengthened their relationship. Christina is a Confidence Coach, and she plans on using her Social Media platforms with her sister to talk about how other survivors can deal with not having family support at this uncertain and scary time in their lives. Christina's Website Christina's Facebook Christina's Instagram Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Lori's perspective and Behind the Scenes Watch on YouTube

Gina was ready for her Paramedic Reset. Our paramedics are everyday superheroes!! Gina was aware of the psychological ramifications that come with such a stressful but rewarding career. I'm impressed that she was able to take the much needed break from it for her own health. The level of details that was necessary to tack onto all the Paramedics workload to ensure safety is daunting. The awareness that the Paramedics had of the added potential danger within their job brought Gina to the realization that it was time for her to just take a step back from this whole different level of stress.

Fitness Queen to Counselor Follow along as Tina shares her struggle with going from a soul sucking job to finding her purpose through the avenue of health and fitness. She went from listening to the old stories she would play in her head of not feeling good enough to finding the tools to help her get where she is today. How she was able to let her true self shine by putting herself out there with less self-judgement. Even though stepping away from her marriage meant she would go from being known as an inspirational person to being talked about over night. Tina's Links Brought to you by: https://CoCreatingImpact.net Buy Me A Slice of Pizza eh?

A formerly self-proclaimed person with abusive behaviors, Sean has changed his ways and now is an advocate against abuse. He says he was intentional and premeditative with his verbal and mental abusive. Being a bully and knowing how to not leave marks on his victims. Sean experienced childhood trauma, was addicted to drugs, and served his time in prison. He understands rock bottom and how to navigate through those learned behaviors now. Self-awareness of his auto response to certain triggers, the shame, pain, and hiding who he was by speaking through it has helped him over time to become less abusive to now a strong advocate against abuse and a mentor for men. He credits his healing through speaking his own truth and telling his story while absorbing similar stories as well as having professionals on his podcast speak on the subject. Sean's Links Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com

Vulnerability is Ok Jo Deb wants others to know that vulnerability is ok and that you can find a way to your dreams at any age! She was isolated due to her suppressed autoimmune system for so long but she saw it as putting on a pair of glasses and the world just coming into focus. She feels that she's living her second chance in life after going through a liver transplant. She went from a fast paced stressful job to painting and developing her own business. She's also a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) standing up for abused and neglected children in the court.

Do you believe that someone who says offensive things to your face is someone you could probably trust? We are diving deep into our offensive culture today! Are we subscribing to a fairytale? It’s all about perspective and not masking red flags. We are only responsible for ourselves and the easiest person to fool is ourselves. Self-examination is the hardest thing we can do. We CAN do hard things. Billy’s Links Billy on TikTok Find this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e8Z_5uF9nE0 Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com

Sexual assault advocate, Kimberly is sharing her sexual assault story. We are talking about rape, sexual assault, and trauma in this episode with understanding, compassion, support and some solutions. She’s telling her story to help others navigate through their story. Our stories may be different but are alike with the emotions we go through during trauma and sexual assault are alike. She comes from a place of understanding and feels that we can take that heavy coat of shame off by asking for help. Creating a support circle of therapy, doctors, support groups, and/or close friendships. Kimberly’s Website Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com

We are getting to the root of trauma/PTSD stigma by discussing how it affects our mind, body, and spirit. There are so many types of trauma that happen in our lives. The dismissal of our trauma by others doesn't negate the fact that we feel traumatized. It can be a life-long journey to manage the symptoms of what happens in our day after trauma. It takes constant work to move through the survivor mentality to get to the place of evolvement. Feeling safe, secure, and stable are guiding...

Elisa is sharing the challenges of adult ADHD. Her understanding of her diagnosis, getting to the root of her ailments, her health/wellness journey, and staying focused. How she's created a command center to help her stay organized. Elisa shares the tools and routines that work for her. About her short term memory, journaling and focusing. She found a great journal called Beacon that has an open calendar, a place for goals, gratitude and blank paper that has helped her stay organized. She found that when she stopped using that tool, things have been off. Elisa's inspirational blog - Thoughts from my crowded mind Join Elisa's Facebook Page - Thoughts from my crowded mind Elisa on TikTok - elisa_1969 Watch this episode on YouTube Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Lori's perspective and behind the scenes.

Do you think sobriety & mental health are connected? Cait is laying out everything for us! From her sobriety, mental illness, eating disorder, spiritual journey, and her past adventures. She feels better about going public about her story largely due to a mentor that has been an inspiration in her life. The correlation between addiction and our mental health raises the question of what more can we do to assure better mental health options? Watch this episode on YouTube Cait on TikTok Cait Kuentzel's YouTube channel Brought to you by CoCreatingImpact.net and ItsTimeSunshine.com Buy Lori a coffee and find Support/Extras