It’s been an unconventional year and the holidays are sure to be the same. No matter what you’re roasting or who you’re with, there will likely be some adult beverages involved and Jim Laughren, CWE, can help your listeners figure out the perfect wine for the occasion, whether they’re looking for a comforting favorite or something […]
Thanksgiving: How to Feel Grateful When Life Stinks
This Thanksgiving will be especially difficult for many people. Some may even skip the holiday feeling that there’s nothing to celebrate. During these difficult times, how can we develop gratitude when we’re feeling anything but thankful? Myke Merrill, D.Min., says, “One great challenge everyone faces is how to manage your internal response in spite of […]
11/17/20 RTIR Newsletter: Inspiring Kid Activists, Career Saving Advice, Immunity Drinks
01. Lessons from Electoral History02. How Democracies Die Across the Globe03. Hate Your Job? It’s Not You, It’s 202004. Thanksgiving: How to Feel Grateful When Life Stinks05. Don’t Be a Turkey: How to Choose Holiday Wine06. How Tragedies Inspired Kids to Activism07. Why Biden Alone Can’t Heal the Nation08. Racist Cops? Are Their Numbers Exaggerated?09. […]
The Best Way to Stop Pain Is to Stop Fighting It
Who wouldn’t want to learn how to put suffering on hold? Trevor Campbell, M.D., says, “When you understand what pain is, you can work around it.” Let Dr. Campbell tell you things about pain management that most doctors don’t even know because the topic isn’t covered well in medical school! You’ll learn why you shouldn’t […]
Cheers! At Least We’ve Still Got Wine!
You may or may not be going to your favorite restaurant or bar these days, but everyone can still enjoy wine at home! And many would say we need wine more than ever right now! Don’t know the difference between a pinot grigio and a petite Syrah? Did your last wine come in a box? […]
Is Putting Yourself First Really Selfish?
If your audience is typical, it is filled with men and women who have difficulty saying no to requests even if saying yes is not in their best interests. Elana Davidson knows the guilt, exhaustion, and unhappiness that being a people-pleaser can produce and can offer tips and tools for eliminating this bad habit. Ask […]
How to Have Unstoppable Confidence … Even on Monday Mornings
What is it about Monday mornings that makes going back to work so hard? So anxiety-producing? Is it you? Or is it the job? Interview Jean-Paul Gravel, founder of ThroughConversation Personal Development, Inc., and Mondays will never feel the same! He will share three simple steps to raise your confidence, conviction, and persuasiveness – important […]
Mourning Alex Trebek, Wishing Al Roker Well
As the nation was processing the election results word came that Alex Trebek, iconic “Jeopardy” host, had succumbed to pancreatic cancer while beloved TV weatherman Al Roker announced that he had an aggressive form of prostate cancer. But even with this sad news, there are lessons to be had in how Trebek lived his life […]
11/12/20 RTIR Newsletter: Alex Trebek, COVID Vaccine, Luckiest Man Alive
It’s Not Over Yet: Beware After-Election Foreign MeddlingHow Biden Can Move McConnell Out of His WayFingers Crossed: A COVID Vaccine is CloserFor and Against Confederate MonumentsWhat Happens in Vegas … No Longer Stays ThereMourning Alex Trebek, Wishing Al Roker WellTime to Switch Careers? 3 Questions to AskHow to Have Unstoppable Confidence … Even on Monday […]
Who Says Learning Math Has to Be Hard?
Even dedicated, experienced educators are challenged helping students learn math. Students expect insurmountable lessons and often get frustrated when math doesn’t make sense. No wonder all types of audiences (teachers, parents, students, and employers) will enjoy hearing good news from Teruni Lamberg, Ph.D. The author of “Work Smarter, Not Harder: A Framework for Math Teaching […]