Faith Over Fear - Host Jody Paar

Macdonald Lucky tells his story across the world of challenges, determination, and miracles. To support Macdonald Lucky's vison go to: https://gofund.me/1848f5c8 Also follow him at: https://www.facebook.com/luckymacdonald70 Please connect with Jody Paar :) Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jodypaar Follow me; on https://www.instagram.com/thejodypaar on https://www.facebook.com/jodypaar Coach with me: https://www.jodypaar.com

brings to light the reality of our broken world of human trafficking. Gigi is not only a survivor of domestic Sex Trafficking, but she is also now an inspiration, and leader in the movement to eradicate modern day slavery. Please connect with Jody Paar :) Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jodypaar Follow me; on https://www.instagram.com/thejodypaar on https://www.facebook.com/jodypaar #jodypaar #faithoverfearpodcast Coach with me: https://www.jodypaar.com To book Jody Paar for live events please contact Jim at Paar Media Group at info@paarmediagroup.com Out of the darkness now I sparkle! I didn't know I would break my silence of escaping human trafficking and help people around the world. I am so blessed to be able to inspire and encourage others. Never ever give up and always shine on like you beautiful diamond you are!! Jody and her Boss Nation team of speakers are available to deliver keynote speaking engagements, galas, special events, and more. Jody Paar and her team bring a radical and fresh perspective on the largest social justice issue of our times with poignant and compelling stories, you will laugh, cry and most of all walk away inspired. Contact us today so we can learn more about your event. jody paar initiative, Boss Nation, human trafficking, fight against human trafficking, sex trafficking Initiatives, stop domestic human trafficking, domestic human trafficking prevention, women ministries jody paar, motivational keynote speakers, human trafficking, sex trafficking, human rights, sex trafficking, abolitionists, keynote speaker, domestic slavery 2021, women ministries, fight sex trafficking, prevent sex trafficking, keynote speakers human trafficking, change the culture, motivational speaker, abolitionists, spirtual mentoring toolkit, prevent sex trafficking

Fight Fear with Faith Episode 49 w/ Stephanie Lombard – Overcoming Anxiety A story of what our first responders and military go through and how to deal with PTSD. Order PTSD @ https://www.ptsd.academy/ Stephanie and her husband Shannon wrote the book because they want to encourage others who suffer from stress, anxiety, depression, or PTSD that they can make it to. They hope by sharing this story and some of those lessons they've learned you can also harness the power of Pushing Toward Success Daily in your own life. Mental Illness/Wellness Resource List • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline- Available 24/7 1-800-273-8255 / 1-800-273-TALK • NAMI/National Alliance on Mental Illness- NAMI.org, Helpline Available M-F 10am-8pm EST 1-800-950-6264 or in a crisis text “NAMI” to 741741 for 24/7, confidential free crisis counseling • SAMHSA/Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration- SAMHSA.gov, call 1-800-662-4357 / 1-800-662-HELP for 24/7 for free and confidential referrals and information • Open Path Psychotherapy Collective- OpenPathCollective.org matches those in financial need with a therapist at a reduced rate For additional free or discounted opportunities for help you should contact: • You or your spouse’s employer for access to an Employee Assistance Program • You or your spouse’s insurance provider for in or out of network providers • Your local community center to explore peer group opportunities • Your local religious organization • University hospitals • If you are a veteran of the military you can seek help through va.gov If you are facing financial hardship, please request a low or sliding scale price if you are seeking therapy.

A story of survival from drugs and human trafficking. A story of survival and a fearless warrior of God. Jody Paar brings you stories of survival, healing, and victory with a story from a human trafficking survivor. If you need help please contact: 1 (888) 373-7888 National Human Trafficking Hotline SMS:233733 (Text "HELP" or "INFO") Hours:24 hours, 7 days a week Languages:English, Spanish and 200 more languages Website: http://humantraffickinghotline.org

About Elizabeth Quiroz From Trauma to Triumph Elizabeth Quiroz is a student at Sonoma State University, where she is working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and a Master's Degree in Social Work. Her goal is to become a probation officer where she can help make a positive impact on the lives of those transitioning through the justice system. As Elizabeth pursues this goal, she also serves as an Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor at Athena House Residential Treatment Center for women in Santa Rosa, California, and she serves as a human trafficking victim advocate. Elizabeth's passion for helping victims of human sex trafficking has led her to start a nonprofit organization that will open a safe-house for human trafficking victims here in Sonoma County called Redemption House. Elizabeth does all of this while working with her husband, José "Mico" Quiroz to raise their five children, and working to raise awareness about human trafficking and its long-term impact on the lives of girls and women in communities across the country. Elizabeth's passion and determination were fueled by a desire to atone for what she describes as mistakes of her past. These mistakes include past drug use, multiple arrests, and incarcerations. But, she has come to realize that these mistakes were a product of her childhood years surrounded by alcoholism, addiction, and being the victim of abuse. Elizabeth was the victim of a broken foster-care system that focused on her negative behavior while missing signs of abuse and trauma. Elizabeth soon found herself trapped in an abusive relationship, the victim of human trafficking, moving from the foster care system to the juvenile justice system, and on to the jail and prison systems. Elizabeth dropped out of high school to run away from her problems. She developed a drug addiction, and by age fifteen, she found herself trapped in human sex trafficking and abusive relationships. By age sixteen, she committed a robbery under the control of her trafficker. She was arrested and placed in Juvenile Hall and later transferred to a group home facility in Sacramento, California. She soon became an adult and continued her life of drug addiction and crime while being controlled by her trafficker. Elizabeth was now spending time in and out of the county jail and state prison systems. In 2011, at age twenty-six, Elizabeth was arrested; this time, she promised herself it would be the last time. She had just given birth to a new baby boy and was determined to turn her life around by getting out from under her trafficker. While incarcerated, Elizabeth took classes and received her GED, and completed Starting Point, an in-custody drug treatment program. Upon her release, she attended the Women's Recovery Services, a one-year residential treatment program. It was there that she decided she wanted to save lives by helping those still sick with addiction and those in bondages of human sex trafficking. This desire to help young women at risk is what motivated Elizabeth to go to college. After completing the Women's Recovery Services program and receiving a certificate, Elizabeth enrolled at Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC), where she graduated with honors, earning three Associate of Arts degrees in Social Advocacy, Behavioral Science, and Human Services. Elizabeth's service to the community began upon her enrollment at SRJC, volunteering for the Bear Cub Scholar Program for foster youth. She soon became President of the Second Chance Club, an onsite support program for formerly incarcerated students. On Christmas Eve 2018, Elizabeth received an Unconditional Governor's Pardon from Governor Jerry Brown through the support of numerous community leaders. Motivating Others and Raising Awareness Elizabeth is a sought after speaker and presents on various topics, including Criminal Records Expungement, Addiction Recovery, and Human Trafficking. Among her audiences are; Sonoma County Jail GED graduate...

This podcast is about finding your voice. After a devasting illness, Renee Reisch lost her voice. She will talk about her unstoppable courage and strength. ABOUT RENEE REISCH Renee has cultivated and inspired individuals and teams for over a decade. You immediately feel her energy when she enters a room. After over twenty-five years working in Corporate America, Renee decided it was time to hang up the corporate ladder. She started her professional training and speaking as an instructor at WHW (Women Helping Women), a non-profit organization, where she donated her time helping the unemployed and underemployed find and keep their jobs. Renee has received numerous awards over the years for bringing her teams to the number one position. Both her years and experience in the corporate world have taught her that in order to move the bar and increase profit, you must first invest in people. After suffering a devastating illness that took away her voice, then a few years later the loss of her best friend and then father, Renee decided to follow their example to Never Give Up. Now, that legacy is how Renee has chosen to live her life and help others, showing them that just when they feel life is closing in on them, there is always a way out. Today, Renee is a four-time #1 international and Best-Selling Author for Finding Your Voice: Unlock Your Chains and Unleash Your Greatness. She is a Speaker, Ambassador for ChemoBuddies4Life, Influencer, and Transformational Coach. Using her V.O.I.C.E Blueprint, she works with women struggling with limiting beliefs, so they can release their excess baggage and go from feeling stuck to unstoppable gaining more confidence, clarity, and courage. Follow Renee Reisch @reneereisch Visit her website: https://reneereisch.com

Tia explains her story of the dangers of modeling, the fears she went through and the signs to watch out for. ABOUT TIA MAGNO-WALLEN Tia Magno-Wallen is 32 years old and a successful health & wellness coach with 15 years of experience. Tia was born in South Wales, however, she was raised in Belgium in her younger early teen years. In her younger years were filled with a lack of security, stability, guidance, a warm family home, or happy memories. Her teenage years were filled with rebellion, Immaturity, naivety, and a lack of purpose. She became a teen mum at 16 and was a single mum by the age of 19 and she moved to London when she was 21 with her son without any family or support and traveled the world as a model, which led me down some darker roads which is, however, God had his plan through it all as it connected her with Christian friends, her husband and her relationship with the Lord. Tia's journey from then to now has not been easy, she has battled many demons of the past, and struggled with her health for many years however, Tia have also found faith, peace, purpose, and a strong reliance in her walk with Jesus, and now ready to share that with others but most importantly share what God has done to transform her and her life and pour that knowledge into the lives of others. My social links are: Tik Tok/Instagram/Facebook/Twitter - @Livewellwithtia My website is - www.livewellwithtia.com My youtube is - www.youtube.com/livewellwithtia

Feeling distant from the stronger, happier, and more successful version of you? Are your relationships feeling more stressful than satisfying but you’ve tried everything to change them and you’re still feeling frustrated…like you don’t recognize or like the person you’ve become? Where you feel like life has control over you rather than you having control over your own life? The struggles, pain, frustrations, anxieties, and stress from your past or your present have just gotten to be too much (something you have a very difficult time admitting!). This podcast will give you hope and guidance. About Amy Van Slambrook Psychotherapist and life coach Amy Van Slambrook uses her personal journey of healing lifelong traumas to help others do the same, by giving voice to the unhealed wounds affecting their lives and relationships. With over 20 years of professional experience in healthcare administration and finance, genetic and psychological research, domestic violence, and entrepreneurship, Amy brings vast experience to her work in post-traumatic growth and overall wellness in mind, body, and spirit. In addition to a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelors in Psychology, she has trained with some of the foremost experts in the fields of faith, relationships, trauma, women’s issues, abuse recovery, brain health, and functional medicine, including Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk and Dr. Daniel Amen. As a licensed psychotherapist, certified life coach, experienced consultant, and published author, she specializes in trauma and relationships, helping countless women and couples to heal their trauma, find the gifts it gave them, and then go on to have lives and relationships of purpose and passion they never imagined possible. Follow Amy Van Slambrook Instagram @amyvanslambrook Facebook https://www.facebook.com/amyvanslambrooklmhc LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyvanslambrook/ Website https://amyvanslambrook.com/ Follow Jody Paar Please connect with Jody Paar :) Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jodypaar Follow me; Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thejodypaar Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jodypaar #jodypaar #faithoverfearpodcast Coach with me: https://www.jodypaar.com To book Jody Paar for live events please contact Jim at Paar Media Group at info@paarmediagroup.com Out of the darkness now I sparkle! I didn't know I would break my silence of escaping human trafficking and help people around the world. I am so blessed to be able to inspire and encourage others. Never ever give up and always shine on like you beautiful diamond you are!!

This is a story that held Veronica trapped for many years, a story of survival and how she broke her silence and came out of hiding. About Veronica Parks Veronica Parks' journey started on a farm in Moldova, a tiny country from Eastern Europe. She grew up suppressed under communism; her family struggled through poverty. At the age of 10, she was sexually abused and kept it a secret her entire life. Veronica set a goal to study hard so she can escape and be free. After years of studying healing, she is now FREE, living in California happier than she’s ever been. Veronica has brought a culture of Health, Nutrition, and Emotional Healing that she now shares with her clients. Veronica has deep expertise in Integrative Nutrition, Neurolinguistic Programming, Timeline Therapy, Energy Healing, and many other modalities that she had learned from years of dedication to healing people from the inside out Resources: Full library of Video Recipes to boost your immunity Healthy Hacks Blueprint to Heal your body the natural way and have boundless Energy Veronica Parks, Your Health & Wellness Coach Reach Out to Veronica @ https://vpexclusive.com

Hear her story of survival and overcoming. About Laurie-Beth Robbins Laurie-Beth Robbins is a “passionista” and self-taught chef of exotic healthful cuisine and a certified wine connoisseur who serves up and pours a contagious joie de vivre into each room she enters - getting individuals “drunk on life,” one gallant sip at a time! A public speaking consultant, Robbins privately trains select folk to “stand and deliver,” via her specialty of extemporaneous speaking, teaching people to master the articulate and charismatic art of speech via this method, and thus freeing them from having to rely on any notes, prompters or scripts. An advocate against the diabolical snares of sex trafficking, (and a “Taken Survivor,” having narrowly escaped a harrowing international trek), Laurie-Beth raises a big goblet of gratitude toward life, and with a compassionate nudge toward increasing awareness of such frightening fiefdoms, and instilling her “VICTOR Versus Victim” mentality and a surge of hope into the masses. Follow Laurie-Beth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lauriebeth.robbins ____________________________ Connect w/ Jody Paar Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jodypaar Follow me; on https://www.instagram.com/thejodypaar on https://www.facebook.com/jodypaar #jodypaar #faithoverfearpodcast Coach with me: https://www.jodypaar.com To book Jody Paar for live events please contact Jim at Paar Media Group at info@paarmediagroup.com Out of the darkness now I sparkle! I didn't know I would break my silence of escaping human trafficking and help people around the world. I am so blessed to be able to inspire and encourage others. Never ever give up and always shine on like you beautiful diamond you are!!

Karmin Habibi Author, Sales and Confidence Trainer Karmin is a dynamic communicator with a passion to inspire, educate, and empower leaders to be, do, and have more. Her story of adversity and how she created her own path to success is not only unique but relatable, serving to give hope and guidance to people who demand more from life. She is the Host of Karmin Habibi, her Youtube channel, and the Founder of the Goal Getters Club as well as the signature program The Art of Persuasion. All her teaching's purpose is to provide today's leaders with actionable tools, resources, and education so they can create more Influence, Impact and Income doing what they love. Karmin is an internationally sought after speaker who captivates audiences of any size. She shared the stages with world-class leaders such as recently Brian Tracy and Robert Kiyosaki and leads the way to empower other female entrepreneurs to have a voice and to be seen, felt, and heard. Karmin has created a global audience that goes by the name of the Habibi Family. This audience attracts like-minded leaders and entrepreneurs that are driven by the values of Growth, Freedom, Love, and Integrity. Follow Karmin Habibi at: Website: https://www.karminhabibi.com Instagram: @karmin.tv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Karmin.TV/ Follow Jody Paar Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/jodypaar Follow me; on https://www.instagram.com/thejodypaar Facebook on https://www.facebook.com/jodypaar #jodypaar #faithoverfearpodcast Coach with me: https://www.jodypaar.com To book Jody Paar for live events please contact Jim at Paar Media Group at info@paarmediagroup.com Out of the darkness now I sparkle! I didn't know I would break my silence of escaping human trafficking and help people around the world. I am so blessed to be able to inspire and encourage others. Never ever give up and always shine on like you beautiful diamond you are!!

In this podcast, you will learn how failures are not all that bad, in fact they are required to become successful and build an empire. Jody Paar interviews her husband, a very successful entrepreneur that has done everything and built many successful companies. To follow or Connect with Jim Paar go to: Coaching with Jim Paar: https://jimpaar.com Marketing Company: https://paarmediagroup.com Green Marketing: https://fullmotionmarketing.com Follow Him at: Instagram @jimpaar YouTube: https://youtube.com/jimpaar ABOUT JIM PAAR Child-Actor | Speaker | Coach | Restaurateur | Life Flight Media | Former SWAT Member Jim Paar is the CEO of Paar Media Group and the Founder of Up2Paar. He has started more than 60 new companies for clients in the last 6 months. Jim is a digital marketing master for coaches, consultants, experts, and has generated millions for his clients and students. Jim has been so successful in everything he has touched. From a child actor in Hollywood to Restaurant Owner of 3 successful restaurants, to one of the most progressive Digital Marketing Agencies. He has worked with many leading brands in the world such as Michelin, Bosch, Southwest Airlines, PGA, Indy Racing Series, NASCAR, and many more. His mission has always been to help others which comes from his 18 years as a Life Flight Paramedic. He also served on a SWAT Team for many years, he has always taken risks to make a difference. Now he is saving lives that have been struggling to make their mark on the world.

While many may be motivated by accolades, awards, and honor, she is most empowered by pushing underserved populations into their purpose. After conquering years of emotional and verbal abuse, obesity, and low self-esteem, Charese Sailor made a conscious choice to live as a victor, not a victim. As a successful entrepreneur, author, and life coach, she is not only intentional about ushering others into dream fulfillment as it relates to business, faith, and finances—she teaches them how to thrive, not simply survive, in life. As the daughter of the late Charlie Sanders, NFL Hall of Famer, her physical and mental fortitude allows her to press past life’s most challenging times—using those stumbling blocks as stepping stones to her next level of success. A community leader in her own right, Charese proudly serves as the founder and CEO of Detroit Has Heart, where she helps families overcome the devastation of loss, the hopelessness of economic disparity, and the trauma of violence. From clothing and food distribution to housing assistance and financial literacy, she is adamant about rebuilding and strengthening communities in and around Metropolitan Detroit—one family at a time. Through her life, and her father’s legacy, Charese diligently helps others define what “winning” means to them—and to go after it! To connect or book, email charese.sailor@gmail.com or call 248.910.4273. CONNECT HERE: Detroit Has Heart: https://detroithasheart.org Join Here: https://jointeam15.org Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charese.sailor

Margie Santos is the founder, President, and CEO of Synergy Network Worldwide, a corporation that brings exposure to small businesses. In the year 2000, Margie Santos created Resumes4Christ, a company that created and enhanced personal resumes for individuals looking for work. Since then, Santos has continued in that line of work, by offering resume enhancement as a service provided in one of Synergy’s divisions: Synergy Consulting Worldwide. The creation of Synergy Network Worldwide, in 2016, was due to Santos’ desire to expose her Resume business. Margie Santos had the aspiration of connecting with other small businesses in her area yet discovered that there were no platforms for her to do so. She decided that she would create that platform and bridge the gap between her business and others nearby. She believed that networking with the community would benefit every business and that a business with a small network would not thrive at the capacity that it should. Santos offers affordable pricing for Synergy’s services, because of the belief that small businesses should receive exposure, but should not pay excessive amounts for it. Her current business network has a reach of about 40,000 people, which has helped many small businesses connect with other businesses that they otherwise may not have met. These connections are vital to these businesses because they open many doors for many people. Santos has appeared on multiple radio stations, television programs, and magazines. She has won multiple awards, including the “Business Woman of the Year Award”, from the New York League of Puerto Rican Women, “Woman without Limits” from Lucy Reyes Ministries, and the Ambassador for Jesus Christ Award from The GoodNews Hangout Ministry. Santos leans on God’s word for the development of her business. She is currently working on opening and expanding the divisions within Synergy, where she promotes specific talents within the body of Christ. Her vision has always been to provide a platform for those who do not have one, and to encourage people to lift one another up. She believes in tomorrow, her for personal life and for her business, and leans on Jeremiah 29:11 for hope. Santos is an Ordained Minister and Chaplain, serial entrepreneur and business builder with the capacity, given from God, to encourage success to those who seek it. Jeremiah 29:11, “’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’”

The NGO Whisperer Carolyne Akinyi Opinde is the Founder and CEO at The NGO Whisperer™. She is also the owner and editor-in-chief of The NGO Whisperer™ Magazine, the host and producer of The NGO Whisperer™ Show and the moderator of The NGO Whisperer™ Masterclasses. Ms. Opinde is a respected Resource Mobilization Specialist, a Certified Project Management Professional (UK), and a Certified Scrum Product Owner. She was named the Best Impact-Focused Social Development Female Leader of the Year, 2019 by the British Award for African Development (BRAAD), and one of the Future Leaders in 2015/2016 by Resource Alliance. Ms. Opinde has over 15 years' experience in the nonprofit sector. Her knowledge and expertise in international development have impacted communities across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Caribbean. She has raised over US$100 million and managed various projects of up to US$20 million. Ms. Opinde holds a Master of Science in Project Management from the University of Salford, UK, and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Chemistry.

If anyone says that people do not change…. Let me tell you… that is not true! I am Natalie Coleman and I introduce myself from a place of gratitude, confidence, and self-love. But it took me 44 years to come to the realization that I have a voice which is worthy of being heard and only by the Grace of God, am I able to tell my story without fear and self-judgment. From a young age, I struggled to understand just who I was and spent most of my life wearing a variety of masks that fooled me into believing that I was someone that I was not. But these masks were a survival mechanism that protected me from revealing the pain of traumatic childhood experiences that no young girl should have to experience. My tapestry of self-escapism grew into anorexia, alcoholism, and drug addiction: self-destructive behavior that would nearly take my life and taint those around me for over three decades. My story is one of turning survival into freedom: where God has turned self-centered fear, hopelessness, and spiritual emptiness into courage, hope, and a life filled with His Grace and Blessings beyond my wildest dreams…. Serenity and Peace within. Overcoming chronic addiction and poor mental health is one of the most difficult challenges that anyone can endure. But recovery is possible! God showed me that if I became willing, open-minded, and embraced truth and honesty, CHANGE is inevitable and now I know that with Him, anything is possible Speak Up Empower: https://www.speakupandempower.com/ Speak Up Empower Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupandempowertv/

In this podcast, Emily speaks about the fears of chasing her dreams of being a Country singer-songwriter. The fear of leaving her normal safe life to branch into the life she always dreamed of. About Emily Elgin This Oklahoma native is on a mission to create authentic, thought-provoking music that earns a place in the hearts and minds of the people who listen to it and see her perform it live. And she’s the real deal. A horsewoman, rancher, musician, loyal friend, romantic, goofball. Yes, this woman laughs a lot. At herself and at this crazy thing we all call life. Music is the medium she uses to paint beautiful canvases that we can all relate to from a deeply personal space Follow Emily Elgin Instagram @emilyelginmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emilyelginmusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbL15qP1RorAX5oOVD8qR2Q Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/23gW637SmfxXJ5fzxFBeVX Ticktok: @emilyelginmusic

In this podcast, Jody talks about certain fears we have and how we can overcome those fears she has faced over the years. Get my Book "Break Out Silent Soldier" https://jodypaar.com/shop/

It's how you overcome these adversities can make all the difference. Every challenge we successfully conquer serves to strengthen not only ours but shows others that it can be done. Melody Garcia and Jody Paar talk about the challenges and multiple adversities they went through last year and how faith overcame all of them. Melody Garcia is an International Best- Selling Author, Award-Winning Sought-After Keynote Speaker, Thought Leader, Writer, International Media Icon, Transformational Catalyst Coach, and Humanitarian. With over 20 years in Fortune 100 Corporate Management and Leadership, Melody has a proven track record of building winning sales teams, business processes, coaching, development and mentorship, and extensive experience in hiring practices call center management and more! Melody is a Certified Green Belt Six Sigma, along with extensive leadership certifications and high-ranking accolades that boast of her winning mindset and expertise. Her entrepreneurial spirit, combined with top executive commercial industry expertise, gives her a lethal edge in a visionary focus, balancing microscopic attention to detail and macroscopic implementation for increased revenues, connectivity, and staying power of any marketplace. Her International-Best Selling and critically-acclaimed book, Women Who Influence was recently accepted into the US Library of Congress in March 2018. Led by her humanitarian heart, Melody founded the 14th Congressional advocacy team for UNICEF. Known as UNICEF Unite, it is based in Orlando, Florida, and represents 190 countries in global advocacy platforms. She also launched One Night, One Voice, an event that impacted over 20,000 lives across the globe and has been deeply involved with other philanthropic and humanitarian endeavors. An international media powerhouse, Melody's award-winning articles, and TV show exposed her to increased global connectivity and reach. Melody has had the incredible opportunity of securing world-exclusive interviews with iconic influencers and globally-renowned figures such as Trent Shelton, Dr. Steve Maraboli, and Kelly Wright - just to name a few. Dynamically, she also expanded Manila Up! International Magazine by increasing distribution to five additional countries, in addition to its already existing national and foreign markets. Melody also creatively managed content in both the Manila Up! TV and magazine with its viewers and readers in the hundreds of thousands around the world. Recently, Melody also launched her podcast titled Life Unscripted, now currently on iTunes, Spotify and I Heart Radio by September 2018. Melody is a global speaker, polarizing her audience across international auditoriums and stages with her platform messages. She has shared the stage with World's Greatest Motivational Speaker Les Brown; additionally, she has shared empowerment platforms on the United State of Women with Michelle Obama, Jane Fonda, Tanara Burke, and other iconic legends. Simply put: her messages drive people to global change, massive actions, and standing ovations. Connect with Melody Garcia: https://www.melodygarcia.org/

FOF Episode 32 Before embarking on her professional path, Ms. Gallardo pursued an education at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, completing coursework in vocal performance in 2000. Subsequently, she continued her studies at Central Connecticut State University, enrolling in courses on communication, media studies, criminology, and public relations. In addition to these accomplishments, Ms. Gallardo has been certified as a domestic violence counselor by the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV).In light of her exceptional undertakings, Ms. Gallardo has accrued several accolades throughout her impressive career. In 2015, she was presented with the Live Your Dream Award from the Farmington Valley, Connecticut, chapter of the SIA. Notably, she was honored with the First 100 Men and Women Award from the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence that same year, the first year women were able to be inducted. Moreover, Ms. Gallardo accepted the Women of Inspiration Award from the CT Sun of the WNBA in 2015. In 2018 She received the 40 Under Forty award from the Hartford Business Journal and in 2019, the 40 Under 40 award from CT Magazine.A dedicated single mother who is committed to raising her daughter to be well-versed in healthy relationships, Ms. Gallardo is further dedicated to making survivors feel comfortable, as she can relate to their experiences; she has walked in their shoes in a way that a therapist may not have, which allows them to connect and overcome their pain. Looking toward the future, she hopes to release the Veterans for Victims Program in Connecticut and, eventually, nationwide. Furthermore, Ms. Gallardo plans on completing her memoir, compiling the stories of other survivors, and cementing herself as a living example of life and success in the wake of domestic violence SARAH GALLARDO Executive Director of Sarah Speaks Up Public Speaker, Advocate, DV Counselor Author of Hiding In Plain Sight sarahspeaksup.org The Choice As little Sarah played with her dolls in the shade, She never gave the mommy cuts and bruises. When she grew up big and strong her Prince Charming came along And she learned that every game they played, she loses. The smiles turned to shouting, Holding hands to flying fists. I And every day another piece of Sarah was dismissed. Split lip. Broken nose. The love she had for him the greatest weapon that he chose. Until the day he shot at her, A nearly fatal miss. She believed that she deserved it, that her life would end like this. A hollow shell of skin and fear, Not a human any more. The exit in her mind now, All while staring at the door. Her power stripped, her spirit tattered. Every day she’d cry. Hopeless and confused, left wishing she would die. Any hope that she’d get out alive belonged to someone else. An outstretched hand, a call from home To tell her that she’s not alone. A choice. To stay and throw her life away or leave for the unknown. A glimmer, A sparkle. Like a single firefly, On its way to join the others and illuminate the sky. Her hope, at first so slightly, swayed amidst the wind. Now a fire burning brightly, day and nightly from within. Her eyes open, let the hope in, So she finally could look. And write tomorrow, less the sorrow, Another chapter in her book. ~ Sarah Gallardo © https://www.facebook.com/sarah.spitko/videos/10208277307202790/?