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Cynthia Brian

May 4, 2019
2 min

Art is What You Make It!

“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” Edgar Degas Brigitte is Back! Resident BTSYA artist, Brigitte Jia co-hosts with Kenneth Jeon with lively discussions and in depth analysis on the meaning of art. Brigitte wrote the chapter, The Gift of Art in the new book by Cynthia Brian, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World which both hosts read aloud. Kenneth offers his 20/20 Vision segment relat

Cynthia Brian

May 1, 2019
6 min

Firescaping

“Some say the world will end in fire.” Robert Frost A running crown fire came rolling down the hillside toward our Lake County mountain cabin, moving faster than any human could run. All exits were blocked. Trees vaporized. Sixteen civilians trapped in the valley were being gathered in the meadow around our house. This acre of lush green grass would be the safety zone, everyone’s last hope of survival. Ninety firefighters had been spread out along the roads, trails, and hills

Cynthia Brian

Apr 30, 2019
3 min

Appreciation Station

“There is more hunger in the world for love and appreciation than for bread.” Mother Teresa The more we appreciate the little things in life, the more big things will appear that enhance and empower us. All three books in the Be the Star You Are! series boast a chapter on Appreciation. Kenneth Jeon kicks off this episode by reading Joven Hundal’s chapter on Appreciation from the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changi

The Gratitude Formula, Helping Kids Fail, The Gift of Gratitude

Cynthia Brian

Apr 27, 2019
3 min

The Gratitude Formula, Helping Kids Fail, The Gift of Gratitude

In The Gratitude Formula, McCarthy offers a definable, practical system that you can put to use every day to achieve success in your relationships, career, finances, health, personal pursuits, spiritual growth, and virtually any other aspect of your life. www.maymccarthy.com It may be easy to be a helicopter parent but the example you set for your children is negative. Instead of raising confident children, you breed risk averse adults. Learn to teach your children that figur

Cynthia Brian

Apr 22, 2019
3 min

Unleashing Your Dog

“Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read.” Groucho Marx Dogs. Companion dogs. The best non judgmental, good listeners after a tough day at the office, great motivators to humans to get up off the couch and go to the park! Kenneth Jeon interviews Marc Bekoff and Jessica Pierce about their newest collaborative book, Unleashing your Dog. Unleashing Your Dog builds on the latest research in canine science and provides many practical

Being a Great Boss, Modern Slavery, Supplement Scams

Cynthia Brian

Apr 17, 2019
3 min

Being a Great Boss, Modern Slavery, Supplement Scams

If you want to be a better boss, we have the qualities, habits, and policies that you’ll want to emulate and incorporate into your work culture. If you are seeking a new job and want to be successful and happy, it will behoove you to seek a great boss by looking for these signs. The horrors of slavery that transpired during the 350 years of the transatlantic slave trade may seem like past history, but the reality is that according to the United Nation’s International Labor Or

Cynthia Brian

Apr 15, 2019
3 min

ACTIVISM with R & B Singer Pris-K

“You can't always measure the effects of activist work; you just have to wish and pray that the message gets through.” - Yoko Ono Joven Hundal and Kenneth Jeon spearhead an episode of Express Yourself! dedicated to activism. Besides discussing personal experiences, they read Brigitte Jia’s chapter from the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World, then introduce Pris-K, the French R & B singer songwrite

Cynthia Brian

Apr 12, 2019
3 min

New Castle Disease and School Scandals

A highly contagious and deadly bird virus, the dreaded Virulent Newcastle Disease has moved north from Southern California. Most infections have occurred among chickens raised at homes on the outskirts of urban areas, where former farms and stables have become incorporated into cities but still have dense pockets of animals.Because of the threat to the state’s $2.5-billion poultry industry, poultry owners are prohibited from moving birds in all of Los Angeles County, as well

Positivity Power, Companion Planting, Pet Foster Parenting

Cynthia Brian

Apr 6, 2019
3 min

Positivity Power, Companion Planting, Pet Foster Parenting

It takes more muscles to frown than to smile. Although being a positive person may not come naturally, it is a skill that can be learned. Shifting your glass from half empty to half full offers health benefits and happier days. Empowerment Architect Cynthia Brian will give you the tools to less wrinkles with more positivity. Good neighbors help a household feel protected, happy, and balanced. Companion plantings in gardens serve the same purpose. Learn how to make your landsc

Cynthia Brian

Apr 6, 2019
4 min

Won’t You Be My Neighbor

by Cynthia Brian “Look for helpers. You will always find those who are helping.” Mister Rogers After sowing seeds of beets, arugula, Swiss Chard, and leeks, I sat on my small white wooden bench to watch. Within minutes a black and white king snake slithered by my foot sending shivers up my spine at the sudden surprise yet joy because I know that king snakes keep rattlers away. A tail-less baby lizard scampered to a rock to bask in the sunshine, and a chorus of frogs croaked t

Cynthia Brian

Mar 29, 2019
3 min

Traveling Alone, Women’s Health…Period

Traveling alone can be a rewarding and enriching experience. Even though most popular destinations are safe, it is wise to take precautions no matter where you are. It’s not all about getting your wallet nabbed. Dangers and challenges can be avoided by following a few simple tips. “I can’t believe a film about menstruation just won an Oscar,” Rayka Zehtabchi exclaimed in her acceptance speech. Menstrual equity—the fight to ensure that people who get their periods have access

Cynthia Brian

Mar 24, 2019
4 min

Winter Awakens to Spring

“The ghostly winter silences have given way to the great spring murmur of awakening life.” Jack London It all began when I witnessed the new growth unfurling on one of my loquat trees. The leaves were a mesmerizing bright green, like the color of lime with a hint of sunshine. Ah, sunshine, I thought! How I longed for warm, sun-drenched days. The darkness, cold, and wet of winter had begun to unravel my soul. The rains throughout the winter, although welcome and necessary, hav

Cynthia Brian

Mar 20, 2019
3 min

Awaken Spring, Solo, Flex Time

Hello Spring! As if on cue, terra firma has erupted in a procession of power plants. As the soil warms and the daylight hours grow longer, it is time to prepare your garden for seeding by weeding, hoeing, and adding rich soil. Find out what’s happening this season with author of Growing with the Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. http://wwwCynthiaBrian.com Do you know the difference between loneliness and being alone? There are proven benefits to spending time by yourself. Taki

Cynthia Brian

Mar 19, 2019
3 min

The Gift of Wings

“The man who has no imagination has no wings.” - Muhammad Ali “Wings are not only for birds; they are also for minds. Human potential stops at some point somewhere beyond infinity.” - Toller Cranston Are you looking to spread your wings and fly? Joven Hundal hosts an inspirational hour interviewing “WOW Mom” Ellen Mongan, contributor to the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. After reading her cha

Spring Garden Prep, Nanny Cams, Virtual Doctor

Cynthia Brian

Mar 15, 2019
4 min

Spring Garden Prep, Nanny Cams, Virtual Doctor

Spring is just around the corner, making this a great time to start thinking about sprucing up your garden. With just a little effort, you can make your entire property bloom! Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, try these quick and affordable gardening tips with easy ideas to suit every budget. Sitter cams are personal surveillance cameras that are either hidden or installed in plain sight to record a nanny or baby sitter’s activities on the job. Is it a useful to

Cynthia Brian

Mar 13, 2019
3 min

The Gift of Volunteering

“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.” - Sherry Anderson Volunteering and community service is often associated with directly helping others in dire need, like helping save lives at a hospital or cooking food for the hungry. Kenneth Jeon hosts and interviews Becca Tankersley and Dominic Maciel from LionsHeart, a nonprofit organization focused on inspiring teens to volunteer in their community, creating a new generation of le

Cynthia Brian

Mar 8, 2019
5 min

Petal Power

by Cynthia Brian “Blossom by blossom the spring begins.” AC Shinburne Even on the darkest, dreariest, rainiest day, looking out my dining room window to my ever-blooming hillside garden gives me great joy. For the past two months, the daffodils and cyclamen have been in full bloom, now joined by the radiant pink blossoms of the Italian white peach tree, the purple fronds of lavender, and the delicate periwinkle flowers of vinca minor. My Meyer lemon tree is bursting with brig

Cynthia Brian

Mar 7, 2019
3 min

Mentor Milestones, Get Moving, Be Happy

When you need advice, do you know where to turn? Do you have mentors that can steer you in the right direction? There’s no one size fits all coach, so start creating a team of advisors that can be mutually beneficial. From strategy to growing pains, stay on topic and keep the questions to fifteen minutes or less. When it comes to exercising, many people believe if they don’t hit the gym they are failing. The reality is that all physical movement counts. Whether it is a walk a

Cynthia Brian

Mar 5, 2019
2 min

Gifts of the Present and Understanding

“The noblest pleasure is the joy of understanding” - Leonardo da Vinci “Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment” – Buddha Kenneth Jeon and Joven Hundal tackle two big issues of today’s hectic lifestyle; being understanding and living in the present. They read two chapters on those topics from the anthology Be the Star You Are Millennials to Boomers, Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World follow

Real World Lessons, Bounce Back, Leafy Superfoods

Cynthia Brian

Mar 3, 2019
3 min

Real World Lessons, Bounce Back, Leafy Superfoods

Have you ever received an email from a stranger with information that you felt compelled to share? Hear real world lessons imparted in an email with strategies that are not taught in school. Resilient people are happier people and less likely to develop PTSD, depression, and anxiety, Being able to bounce back after an injury, surgery, or difficult challenge is the realm of optimists. When life is cruel, find out how you can learn this skill from coach Cynthia Brian. Mustard g

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