BumpInTheRoad

Vicki Matthews started off thinking she’d become a doctor. And she did; a naturopathic doctor.  Vicki also has a  BA in Psychology and an MBA in Marketing and Consumer Behavior from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Her curiosity and love of learning also led her to study Chinese Medicine. Meanwhile, in her naturopathic practice, she saw may physical problems triggered by emotional issues. Relationships were often at the heart of these issues. How could one better understand these dynamics? In her book,  Vicki tells a powerful story of a man and his son. The son was an introvert. The father an extrovert. The father was a jock. The son prefered photography. What brought them together?  Vicki's model will open your eyes to the possibilities in your relationships. Come listen in. See how Vicki’s knowledge can transform your relationships now! There's more information on the website at #BumpInTheRoad

Kenya has had a bumpy road. Reflecting on her childhood, she notes that self awareness wasn’t a skill set she was taught. But it would turn out to be a lynchpin in Kenya’s life. Kenya grew up in a middle class home in Detroit. Her parents believed in the prototypical American dream of a better life for their daughter. Instead, Kenya found herself attracted to urban street culture and that attraction sent her life on a different path. Kenya's story is ultimately one of learning to listen to the wisdom within. It's a story that will make you stop and think. It will touch your heart and soul. Come join the conversation. More Info at BumpInTheRoad.us under Stories where you can read more about Kenya.    #BumpInTheRoad

Every generation reflects on the differences between their experiences and that of their children. But in this world of 24/7 availability of "information" things are different. "Things are moving quickly; information is coming at an incredible rate. Children don't have the life experiences to sort this out." How does a parent cope? Christine Van Horn points to the importance of teaching your children to develop character and the critical life skills that help us navigate life's bumps.   Read more on the website BumpInTheRoad.us #BumpInTheRoad  

Brian Smith was faced with the unfaceable. He went to bed one night. The next morning, he went to rouse his fifteen year old daughter, Shayna, and she was dead. "You go to bed one night, you're living one world; the next day you're living in another world." How does a parent cope with such a terrible grief? Meet Brian Smith who's grief caused him to turn his life upside down to help others. You can reach Brian at . Join us as we explore the complex topic of losing a loved one. For Bump II Subscribers, there is an extended discussion, links to resources and more. Become a subscriber and support the podcast! You can learn more about Brian and all my guests on the website:   #BumpInTheRoad #Grief #Parenting

Marina Shakour-Haber did not seek out a spiritual journey. It came to her. Her story is one of success and despair. And success again. But slowly, it became apparent that she wasn't on the right track. She was meant to follow a spiritual path, and from that path much wisdom has arisen. Today, Marina coaches others in their journey. Marina has that rare ability to see the larger spiritual perspective, and to bring it down to concrete examples we can all understand. Her book is Your GPS To Happiness. Come listen to a riveting story about survival, a spiritual journey and all the wisdom that comes from it. #BumpoInTheRoad #Wisdom #SpiritualJourney

We all view the world through a different lens. For Conor Hogan, known as Doc Conor, sports was a natural choice.  But Conor's participation in sports was cut short by a back problem. What would replace his beloved competiton? This is a story of how one man used a potentially devastating bump in the road to find a new path for himself, and to help others along the way. His book, "The Gym Upstairs" share some of the wisdom gained along the way. Pictures, links and more at BumpInTheRoad.us under Stories. #BumpInTheRoad #Sports #SportsPsychology #Psychology

Since 2013, Renaye Thornborrow has been leading a global movement to bring life coaching to kids. Her company, Adventures In Wisdom, is certifying hundreds of WISDOM Coaches, transforming the lives of children and families around the world. Renaye uses stories to teach personal development and self awareness concepts to children, giving them the psychological strength and resiliency to move forward in life with self knowledge and confidence. Imagine how much easier all of our journeys might have been if we all had some of this basic wisdom! This is potentially a revolutionary idea for the next generation. Listen in and find hope for the future of humanity. More on this and other stories on BumpInTheRoad.us #BumpInTheRoad #Education #Personal Development

Michaela’s sister, Kaylen, was a star in a family of stars. She was athletically gifted, smart and motivated. She played sports, earned a Master’s and was always on the go. And she was a drug addict. Kaylen’s introduction to drugs started inadvertently when she broke her ankle skating at age 13. She was treated with oxicodonx, hydrocodone and a morphine drip. Next she’d be diagnosed with ADHD, which necessitated a steady stream of drugs. In time, that opened the door to pot, cocaine, mushrooms and more. This is a story about drug addiction, but more than that, it's a story about the power of love. Michaela's love for her sister never faded. And that love bound them and ultimately helped Kaylen to find a path to recovery. Read more at #BumpInTheRoad #addiction #Recovery 

Kristen Carter has a good life. Meaningful work, a husband and a family. But return of cancer with a Stage 4 diagnosis made her stop and re-evaluate things. What was most important? Where were her true values? Was she living her most authentic life? And what is an authentic life? This is a warm and wonderful conversation with wisdom for all of us. Enjoy.   #BumpInTheRoad #BreastCancer  

If you were psychic, what would you do with it? This is a story of a remarkable woman who survived an attempted murder by her first husband, saved her baby, and overcame multiple health issues. And along the way she found a set of psychic skills that set her in a most unexpected direction. Nancy Orlen Weber first discovered her psychic skills working in health care, where she could easily and intuitively diagnose patients.  Doctors were stunned. But it was in law enforcement where Nancy's skills truly shined when she started to help detectives solve cases. Her psychic powers led police to solve murders, embezzlement and other crimes. Join us for a fun and remarkable conversation.   #BumpInTheRoad #TrueCrime #Psychic