Halloween Fright: 3 Ways We Can Embrace ALL Our Spooktacular Emotions

Available for Interviews:  Nadine Levitt

Founder & CEO Nadine Levitt is an education advocate, speaker, and the CEO & Founder of WURRLYedu, an educational technology platform. Nadine specializes in the social-emotional curriculum (SEL) and is also the author of the children’s book series, My Mama Says. Last year, Levitt founded Inspired Educa8ion, a non-profit to support and celebrate teachers everywhere.

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Navigating Our Anxious Feelings:

Halloween is a much-loved tradition with pagan roots that originated around 2,000 years ago. Most scholars agree that it stems from a Celtic celebration called Samhain, which celebrates the end of the harvest and the start of a new year. However, with Halloween comes some often anxiety-producing images, events, and traditions.

5 Investment Hacks That an Everyday Investor Can Utilize

Available for Interviews: Mario Payne, CFP

Mario Payne is a certified personal planner and the founder of TOAMS Financial in Jacksonville. Mario brings over 15 years of investment experience to his business. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, The RELAX Investor: Conquering Fear & Investing Through Self-Discovery.

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Fundamental Investment Strategies:

In our sometimes topsy-turvy economy, it’s difficult to predict how the markets will behave from month to month. That’s why it is essential that we put into practice sound investment strategies to meet our long-term goals. Here are 5 smart tips that individual investors should employ:

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Women’s Health Medical Devices (For Pelvic Health)

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, or Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

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Hormone Replacement Therapy:

It seems like the only attention medical devices for women gets is negative: silicone breast implants, vaginal mesh, and morcellation. So are there any medical devices for women that are good? Yes! And many are for women’s pelvic health. 

  • First of all, it’s worth noting that while silicone implants, mesh, and morcellation have received negative publicity, these are all still available for women because, when used appropriately, they have helped many women.

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What Is Night Eating Syndrome and How Can We Treat It?

Available for Interviews: Dr. Franchell Hamilton

Dr. Franchell Hamilton, MD, FACS, FASMBS, FOMA is the Founder of NeuroSwitch™ Weight Loss. Dr. Hamiltion is also the author of the latest book, Curiosity Is the Best Weight Loss Medicine: Observations From a Bariatric Surgeon. 

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Night Eating Syndrom:

This is a real problem. People wake up in the middle of the night and binge eat.  Dr. Hamilton can talk about what this is and how to deal with it.
    • Night Eating Syndrome (NES) is an eating disorder in which a person consumes a large amount of food at night—at least 25% of their daily food intake. This occurs after dinner and/or in the middle of the night, and sleep is typically interrupted.

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Sweet Yet Healthier Options for Halloween

Available for Interviews: Dr. Franchell Hamilton

Dr. Franchell Hamilton, MD, FACS, FASMBS, FOMA is the Founder of NeuroSwitch™ Weigh Loss–a place for people to receive treatments ranging from bariatric surgery and medical weight loss to hormone therapy. Dr. Hamiltion is also the author of two books, Transformation Is a Mindset: The Journey to Changing Your Input and Your World and And the Best Diet Is . . . .

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Healthy Halloween Options:

Here we go, and here comes the start of the holidays! Halloween is upon us and it’s important to look at healthier options if you’re concerned about the extra consumption of sugar, fat, and calories. Here are some healthy Halloween tips:

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Postpartum Moms: 5 Helpful Things Everyone Should Know

Available for Interviews: 
Dr. Karyn Eilber, Dr. Jennifer Anger, Dr. Victoria Scott

Interview one or all of the “Down There Doctors.” Dr. Eilber, Dr. Anger, and Dr. Scott are a team of urogynecologists and a powerful resource for all things people are generally hesitant to discuss. They are also the authors of the newly released book, A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# Is Going on Down There?

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Postpartum Days:

You’ve spent the past 9 months (or maybe every longer) preparing for the new bundle of joy you’ve just brought into the world, but probably little to no time learning about the changes and challenges you will face during the postpartum period. We want every expecting and postpartum mother to know these important things to help her get through this exciting but also difficult time. 

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5 Strategies to Increase the Size of Your 401(k)

Available for Interviews: Mario Payne, CFP

Mario Payne is a Certified Personal Planner and is the Founder of TOAMS Financial in Jacksonville. Mario brings over 15 years of investment experience to his business. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, The RELAX Investor: Conquering Fear & Investing Through Self-Discover.

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401(k) Retirement Accounts:

 1. Maximize Employer Match. If your employer offers a 401(k) match, be sure to contribute at least enough to get the full match. This is essentially free money that can significantly boost your retirement savings.

 2. Increase Contributions Annually. As your salary increases over time, consider increasing the percentage that you contribute to your 401(k). Even a small increase each year can have a big impact over time due to compounding.

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5 Biggest Money (Tax) Moves You Need to Know

Available for Interviews: Mario Payne, CFP

Mario Payne is a Certified Personal Planner and is the Founder of TOAMS Financial in Jacksonville. Mario brings over 15 years of investment experience to his business. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, The RELAX Investor: Conquering Fear & Investing Through Self-Discover.

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How to Take Advantage of Tax Opportunities:

 1. Maximize Tax-Advantaged Accounts. Contributing to tax-advantaged retirement accounts like 401(k)s, Roth IRAs, and traditional IRAs can provide substantial tax savings. Not only do these accounts allow your investments to grow tax-free, but contributions may be tax deductible, depending on the type of account and your income level.

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7 Steps to a Successful Mediation When Divorcing

Available for Interviews: Teddi Ann Barry

Teddy Ann Barry, Esq. is a family attorney and writer who has been serving families through divorce and custody and has been practicing family law for over twenty years, and also comes with a wealth of experience in mediation and collaborative law. She is also the author of The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Divorce in Colorado.

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Everything You Need to Know About Mediation:

YOU NEED MEDIATION WHEN. . .

    • You have accurately determined or agreed upon the value of your assets
    • You have received the legal advice you need to make sound decisions
    • You exchanged proposals and are stuck and can’t resolve the remaining issues.

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4 Healthy Habits for Staying Healthy in Your Golden Years

Available for Interviews: Dr. Mimi Secor

Dr. Mimi is a fitness and health advocate who is passionate about helping women to lose weight and feel great, and is the author of Healthy & Fit at Any Age: A Guide to Creating nutrition, exercise, and mindset habits for busy women!

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Staying Motivated With Our Fitness Goals:

Many assume that older people can’t get healthy and fit and stay healthy and fit. This is a myth. I started my current health/fitness journey when I was 59 and now, I am 68 years young. I lost 30 pounds and 12 inches from my waist (during my doctoral program) and have maintained this nine years later. I started weightlifting, doing consistent cardio exercise, stretching, eating healthy, getting adequate sleep, and reducing my stress. And guess what? I now feel better than ever. I feel better than when I was in my 30s and 40s. 

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