Mature Preneurs Talk With Diana Todd-banks

Jean Sheehan is an internationally recognised award winning Medical Intuitive, and travels globally to teach the Millennium Modality®. The courses consist of Medical Intuition, which can be learned, to Sacred Geometry and Millennium Children® Jean’s life is exceedingly fulfilling as she enjoys imparting her knowledge.Thiswould be a wonderful skill to learn particularly for the over 50’s looking for a new direction. Known by many as the ‘walking talking MRI’ Jean has the ability to see the anatomy and physiology within a person to know where each person limits them self and what the body is saying in relation to health and empowerment. The question on many people’s lips is - how did Jean come to have these incredible abilities? This is where listening to this Podcast is so important. Jean’s career transformed from a child with intense health insights, to Nursing, Pathology and Autopsies to teaching her Millennium Modality® after her awakening journey. Jean’s purpose is to gently assist those who are awakening,

Jim Sweeney says sports are universal which few would doubt. This Mature Preneur, has crafted a digital innovation to become the first universal animated brand in sports and Trademarked MIKE the cartoon sports character. Sports transcends religion, cuts through cultural ties, eludes ethnicity, ignores bank account balances and fails to distinguish between sex, weight, age and even familial allegiance. Describing how Mike the Cartoon sports character came, about makes fascinating listening. Jim's 'property' has enjoyed an incredible start in digital media, despite only been going for a few years. In addition to penning 900 + blogs, Jim has published 40 MIKE Sport Comic Books. You can learn more about his publications at www.theemike.com Eloquent and witty, the 60 year-old Sweeney still participates in sports (slowly!) as a Masters athlete and serves as the Head of USA and as an international board member for FIMBA, which runs masters basketball tournaments around the world. Utilizing his lifetime experiences i

Suz Slater said realising her whole life and business had revolved around her husband / partner for 27 years, brought her to an abrupt stop. Shocked at what she discovered she began wondering about her own future beyond 50. Having successfully bought and sold apartments with her husband, the couple began travelling to Bali regularly. One thing stood out for the soon to be single mature woman. Over the years, Suz had met a lot of women who were either married (husband preferred to stay home) widowed or divorced who loved to travel and when she mentioned a concept of doing personalised women only tours, small groups, under ten not the usual 20 people tour groups, the response she received was resoundingly positive. Unlike many people who are facing 50, 60 and beyond who worry about their future, for Suz knew instinctively this was the direction she was meant to go in. It felt right. Everything seemed to fall into place. She listened to her instinct, never questioning it, Suz says she felt 'this was her destiny,

Diana Todd-Banks Host of Mature Preneurs Talk knows this only too well, because blocks and limitations stopped her from moving forward at various times in her life to where she is today. After a little however she has consciously worked on clearing those blocks. Her goal has been to not wallow in her limitations, rather to find a way to move forward even if it is slow.  This Podcast is based on her considerable research, which she first applied to herself then after working with clients on this topic she wrote a workbook for others and that is the basis for this Podcast. The reader can ask themselves many of the simple yet practical questions and soon they will uncover some remarkable blocks. If they get stuck then contact Diana. When people arrive at the so-called magical age of 50, many if not most will have retained some blocks and limitations, which can become more pronounced when a major life event occurs which does occur in mature years. These blocks need to be dealt with and removed then that person ca

Tracey Carmichael talks about anxiety and depression – is a growing problem world wide, says today’s guest Tracey Carmichael.  With a spike not only visible amongst teenagers but also mid-life women, other segments of the community are also affected. Most have no idea how to deal with it in a healthy way. Initially Tracey didn’t either. Her goal was to identify natural approaches, which created some lengthy research, which she used to heal herself. Tracey’s frank and open description of her early life dealing with anxiety will no doubt help and inspire others. When she discusses her topic as in her writing she is frank, clear, comprehensive, and offers a much-needed healthy pathway to those experiencing anxiety and depression. Anxiety can make life very hard, but Tracy Carmichael makes it easier to recognize, understand, manage, and to create an all important, healing way forward. Through her coaching skills and now with this wonderfully practical and easy to read guidebook Tracy has unlocked and created a he

Phil De Luca discusses how can communication approaches decrease or increase inflammation of the body as well as the mind? That’s a curious question and one that you wouldn’t necessarily consider. But Phil De Luca does. How do you teach people to stop talking in order to communicate better, heal their relationships and even their health? Phil Deluca does just that and discusses in part why he does this, and how in fact what caused him to become interested in this process. Known as the Un-TalkTM Therapist and Un-TherapyTM, Phil first became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Providing psychotherapy over 40 years ago, he quickly realized that the ‘Express Yourself” communication approaches were creating more, than less conflict. As a result, he dedicated himself to finding out why emotional catharsis efforts weren’t working. Along with his multi-decade journey, he turned to the latest body and brain science to upgrade the outdated ‘Express Yourself,” the feelings model that was developed in the 60’s. He became

Phil De Luca asks How can communication approaches decrease or increase inflammation of the body as well as the mind? That’s a curious question and one that you wouldn’t necessarily consider.  How do you teach people to stop talking in order to communicate better, heal their relationships and even their health? Phil Deluca does just that and discusses in part why he does this, and how in fact what caused him to become interested in this process. Known as the Un-TalkTM Therapist and Un-TherapyTM, Phil first became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Providing psychotherapy over 40 years ago, he quickly realized that the ‘Express Yourself” communication approaches were creating more, than less conflict. As a result, he dedicated himself to finding out why emotional catharsis efforts weren’t working. Along with his multi-decade journey, he turned to the latest body and brain science to upgrade the outdated ‘Express Yourself,” the feelings model that was developed in the 60’s. He became his own guinea pig and even

Elizabeth Rentz says starting over are two tantalizing words that can either threaten or excite anyone thinking about making a change in their life but more so for those who are boomers or seniors. This was the case for Elizabeth. At 68 Elizabeth was suffering from severe pain in her shoulder and arm, which caused her to remain in bed. She couldn’t ‘stir a pot of water, more importantly she said not even open a bottle of wine. Hard decisions needed to be made. She closed her successful bank recruiting firm of 10 years which provided her with financial security so taking a bit step to shut it down caused severe stress. As Elizabeth said, “Her soul was telling her to ‘Fly’ yet she was stuck inside her body and mind with severe limiting beliefs which affects so many people. What happened from here on is makes for fascinating listening, because Elizabeth decided to reinvent herself, something which many over 50’s long to do but are too frightened to do. As Elizabeth say it’s all about mindset. Today, using a fres

Maura Sweeney talks about turning Dreams to Reality after turning 50.  By now most people know if you can think a thought then you can make it happen.  So why is it so many people say ‘I wish I could...’ Why is that? People don’t ALLOW themselves, particularly women don’t. As a child, Maura dreamed of travelling the world, making new friends and, publishing ideas to ignite and inspire the best in human nature and society. Though often kept indoors and groomed by parents for a career in law, she left the matrix at age 23 to pioneer her own path to happiness, passion and power. Following a decorated corporate management career and time as a home schooling mom, Maura set out anew to make her ultimate mark. Today, she's an Author, Podcaster and Huff Post contributor who's been featured hundreds of times in the media for her views on Influence, Leadership and Identity. She's also an international speaker and, of all things, the trademarked Ambassador of Happiness. What's important to note is that what Maura has ac

Claudia Braun talks about the gremlins in her closet. Discussing her messed up relationship with food from about 10 years old, Claudia says food was a place she ‘hid out,’ it was her private world, food kept her feeling safe and protected but it also prevented her from putting herself out into the world. That place of using food had her feeling not good about herself and the more she ate the worse she felt. As she got older it consumed her, from trying to fix her problem or being caught up in the problem.  Claudia said there’s a quote by Albert Einstein that says, ‘The mind that caused the problem, cannot fix the problem.’ This made her think. So how did Claudia transition from where she was?  ‘I got to the place where I was sick and tired of my story sick and tired of doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results.’   Then an incident occurred that changed her life. She looked around to see who could help her situation and found a great professional who helped her albeit slowly and

Pat Obuchowski discusses opening yourself to new opportunities and How to Get Gutsy and Win. Doing that may sound easy, but for most people it certainly isn’t the case. Pat and Host Diana talk about how people can best adopt this approach to life and moving forward and Pat has some definite easy approaches to adopt. Founder of Gutsy Women Win, Pat Obuchowski says she has dedicated this group to support women leaders around the world. Author of the newly released Gutsy Women Win: How to Get Gutsy and Get Going, her vision is that through the connections you make, the support you receive and the inspiration you find in others and give to others, you make your visions a reality.  Pat describes The Bigger Game In Gutsy Women Win, and says it’s a model for success. It will help you identify your passions for leadership and life and then empower you to pursue them. This book offers you an opportunity to examine how the model works through the lens of the stories of seven women. The model introduces nine elements th

Bernice Fitzgibbon conversation with Host Diana Todd-Banks is definitely about life’s hurdles and triumphs.  Years ago Bernice asked herself and others this question:  “Do you feel no matter how hard you aim to achieve your goals somehow you fail to hit the mark?” While you know what you need to do then you get so far, then sabotage your efforts ... but why? This issue had plagued Bernice Fitzgibbon “I have been there many times, as no doubt have many listening to this podcast.”   You may know the ‘how-to’, but each time you get close, something goes wrong, you make a decision you know wasn’t right and you allow yourself to be swayed by the so-called experts, but why? This discussion is fascinating from which everyone can learn. On the edge of an abyss having arrived in another country with her partner, plus 4 suitcases, and $5000 dollars the couple were about to venture into the unknown and start over.  But they were broke. Losing everything, home, business, investment properties and in debt for $50k it was

Beverly Gandara says adapting a screenplay into a book is not an easy task for anyone and what is intriguing, is to hear her describe the experience along with her achievements which are extremely inspiring and motivating. Inspired by her husband, Armand’s experience Concrete Wings is about Julian, a naive teen sent out of Cuba on the eve of the Bay of Pigs Invasion to retrieve smuggled family jewels.  He comes of age in New York at the height of the sexual revolution as he earns his political and economic freedom.  By a twist of fate, he begins to lose his freedom when his oppressive parents arrive and refuse to assimilate into American Society. Originally written as a screenplay, two Hollywood producers suggested to Beverly Gandara she adapt the screenplay into a novel, which she was told would be easier to sell as a motion picture either for television or theatrical release. Learning to adapt a screenplay into a book is not an easy task and for those who have never done that it’s complex. Beverly Gandara h

Nancy Virden is an author, Mental Health and Recovery Advocate, and Founder of Always the Fight Ministries. As a survivor of major depression and attempted suicide, Nancy knows that anyone who struggles with past or current hurts can learn to thrive. She did and in this podcast she shares what worked for her to gain and maintain a mindset of hope to helping others. Dynamic and honest, her three books in which are stories told as only one who has been there can. The author and advocate offers compassionate love for those fighting mental illness, addiction, and abuse which is so prevalent in society. The message is simple, says Nancy there are no pat answers.  No quick fixes.  No judgment.  Instead, she says whether one's fight is mental illness, abuse, or another human difficulty, it is definitely possible to have a new fulfilling life free from the shackles of the past. It is very clear Nancy brings compassion, relatable insights, and practical ideas to this sad topic but she shines when discussing the soluti

At 62 Cheryl Meyer is inspiring - her story of persistence and achievement from waking up one morning not being able to get out of bed because of extreme pain, then on to a total health turnaround is definitely worth learning how she did that.   Cheryl discusses her experience with toxins, stress and other things like sugar to how today she is assisting other over 50’s suffering with chronic pain. With an inquisitive mind Cheryl began her get-well journey where she found a functional Doctor, and learned about “leaky gut” caused by toxins, stress, and other things, like sugar.   Digging deep into the EWG (Environmental Working Group) database, she identified the toxins in her life, then, experimented until finding much less toxic replacement items. This discovery and working with her Functional Doctor her healing began.  Not content with that, Cheryl went back to school at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, became a health coach, and now teaches others how to clean up to improve their health and the qual

Eric Reid acknowledges yes, some might think to pick up and move halfway around the world with two newly adopted toddlers to a country that we had never visited or even had family in place to support the new adventure, as a bold step. But for Eric Reid in truth, it just felt like the next natural step in his journey and that of his newly formed family.  During Eric’s interview Podcast Host Di Todd-Banks, uncovers 11 vital questions Eric has identified to ask yourself, significant, yet practical questions that will help you discover your value.  Together they discuss these important questions. Revealing more Eric says, what he has learned in life is there really are no "big bold steps," but just the next step that we have been moving toward all our life either consciously or unconsciously. Anyone wanting to live or create a bold new life, a new future, needs to just think in terms of their next best step, and before you know it you will be miles away from where you started.  Stop worrying about what people wil

At 50 Jaimi Wolotsky finally found her “life purpose” combining the two things she loves most in the world - children and animals.  Becoming an Author, animal activist, and non-profit publisher, Jaimi has written a series of children’s picture books that teach “life lessons” through the eyes of animals.  Starting her non-profit educational publishing company in 2015 and publishing her first book called “Rescue Me.” The stories are based on Jaimi’s “life” experiences, and watching her Rescue animals recovery experience, which demonstrated the similarities humans and animals share in their personal struggles.  Each story in the series (five in all), are heartfelt, uplifting and inspirational showing tremendous courage and resilience with all the books designed to be used as a tool by parents and educators. Donating a portion of every book sale to local charities (animal rescues and women shelters and giving back to the world by raising awareness to the plights of animals and humans, the author is fulfilling ano

Colleen Kochannek says any woman who wants to launch an online business but is mystified as to how to achieve that without technology overwhelm needs to listen to today’s podcast. Colleen Kochannek is the founder of www.ScrappyFrontier.com, helping women over 50 launch successful online businesses.  Launching her first business, a local online magazine, and having a completely overwhelming experience, Colleen knew there had to be an easier way having seen so many of her peers, women over 50, struggling to launch their own online businesses. Once she ‘figured it out’ and got her online magazine to a successful place, today’s guest dissected what it really took to create a successful online business and then developed a simple business launching system designed exclusively for women on the feisty side of 50. Colleen’s goal is to help every woman over 50, who wants to launch an online business, to do so the easiest way possible. This podcast is packed full of powerful positive information and toward the end toda

LINDA BINNS Dog Saved her from doing the unthinkable. She was divorced, homeless, in-debt and with nobody she could turn to for support. This is a story of transformation from giving serious consideration to the easy solution of taking own her life but Linda Binns beloved dog stopped her, which changed her life.  Anyone who is a lover of animals knows how painful it is to see an animal ill, and when it’s your precious dog that is suddenly ill it tough. This is when Linda Binns was introduced to the concept of energy and healing, and that changed her life and became the beginning of Linda’s journey to complete transformation. Now an accomplished energy coach and author of several self-help books, people come to Linda when they are frustrated with their situation in life.  Often, people are in the midst of change and are searching for techniques for freeing their energy, getting focused, with an inner awareness, to acceptance, and peace.  With Linda’s guidance, clients find meaning and move towards a hope-fille

Aaron Marcus discusses his craft with Mature Preneurs Talk host Diana and says, “ It doesn’t matter whether you are heavily wrinkled, overweight or aren’t a fashion model, or svelte shape, size or height, anyone can get involved. You just need to be you. Going on Eric stresses this is a perfect part time role for anyone over 50 as it is so easy to do ... you just be yourself” Aaron has been a full-time actor for over 30 years and has been included as a guest on Mature Preneurs Talk because of what his skill means for over 50s. As a mature model, during the interview explains this in great detail.  “How to Become a Successful Actor and Model,” is Aaron’s new book and is an excellent guide for anyone of any age who is interested in exploring this field.  Another book, http://aaronrobertmarcus.com/book-the-job-book, is considered to be the most important book on this topic. This eloquent guest talks about some of his experiences in having been cast in over 1,200 acting and modelling jobs to date, Aaron does know