ISO Peace & Healing w/Celia Boone

Ep035: From Surviving to Thriving

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 06:00:00 GMT

My father used to always tell me that it's attitude, not circumstance, that determines the altitude of your achievements in life. Today's episode is about how to get inspired to take merely surviving to the next level, to an existence where we are thriving!

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Ep034: Miracles are Still Happening Today w/ Becky Oliver

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 06:00:53 GMT

Originally published for our Descant Pop-Up Podcast series, this episode features an interview with my life-long friend, Becky Oliver. In it, she shares how prayer and faith helped her to overcome a devastating hand injury that nearly costs her with the ability to play the piano. We are thrilled to say Becky is back to sharing her talents and story with the world!

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Ep033: Big Life Changes - Revisited

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:54 GMT

Here is another episode originally recorded during the first outbreak of COVID-19 back in 2020. The discussion here is how do we go about making those bid life changes, that require the help of a Higher Power to successfully execute.

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Ep032: Grief and Gratitude - Revisited

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT

Originally recorded during the first outbreak of COVID-19 back in 2020, the purpose of this episode is to suggest it is okay to take a break from life's many challenges to count our many blessings. Take gentle care.

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Ep031: How to Build a Core of Peace

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:00:55 GMT

After over 40 years of living with constant fear, resent, and turmoil, I found my core of peace. In this episode, I'd like to share with you the steps i took to reach this point, and how you can as well. Take gentle care.

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Ep030: Staying in Focus feat. George Don Denis

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT

In this episode, taken from an interview conducted at the height of the COVID19 pandemic, I talk to our dear friend, George Don Denis, about he and his family coped during the crisis. At the time of the initial outbreak, Don became a father for the first time. He and his sister, Nikki, just started Threadd Media, a video production company. I pleased to say that both his family and his business are doing quite well!

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Ep029: Our Struggles Make Us Stronger

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I'd like to revisit a challenging time in our lives. Both my husband and I were facing health issues that put a strain on both our finances and our faith. Fortunately, we emerged from our struggles with both still intact. Take gentle care.

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Ep028: Adversity is Just Another Growth Opportunity

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 05:00:47 GMT

The basis of this episode was originally published as the 10th episode of this podcast. It was originally recorded prior to some more health crises face by me and my husband, Ken. In this episode, I will update you on our conditions. I'm happy to announce that we both overcame those challenges with a lot of faith, prayer, and hard work. God Bless, my friends!

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Ep027: Dealing With Conflict

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:17 GMT

We all face challenges in our lives. Some are more uncomfortable than others to deal with. In this episode, I will share with you some of the strategies I use to deal with my least favorite challenge - direct and/or indirect conflict.

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Ep026: I Wish I Could Get this Song Out of My Head

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 19:28:59 GMT

It's been a while since we last got together. I'm hoping that this is the first of many more chats. Thanks for your support and God Bless.

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Ep025: A God for People Like Me

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 14:51:46 GMT

2020 was a crazy year, and 2021 is starting out just as chaotic! However, just because the world is chaotic, things don't have to be chaotic inside of us.

Alcoholism, including relapses, are on the rise. Due to traumatic lifestyle changes, our collective mental health has suffered. As someone who is a mental health educator and who has been in long-term sobriety, Celia shares some of her "secrets" to achieve peace & healing. She also suggests ways to find a "God of you understanding and your experience".

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Ep024: The Time Is Now

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:57:28 GMT

What keeps you stuck? As we try to cope with this pandemic, many are using this time as an opportunity to try new things. Our hobbies are becoming our livelihood. Are you one of these people?

To assess you desire or readiness to make such a huge life change, Celia poses a series of questions with a goal of helping you determine if this is something for you. She also discusses goal-setting strategies, along with some personal examples, that will help with your decision processes.

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Ep023: When Helping You Is Hurting Me

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:30:16 GMT

Have you ever tried to help someone who really needed help? Have you helped (or tried to help) them despite their willingness to make needed behavioral changes? In this episode, Celia compares and contrasts the blessings of helping with the the burden(s) of over-helping. The latter is known as co-dependency. What do you do? You choose your next move carefully. Just remember, there is an important difference between giving up and letting go.

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Ep022: My Death, Interrupted (Part 2)

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 09:00:17 GMT

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It is also National Recovery Month. In the second of a two-part episode, Celia makes further disclosures about the despair and depression that was gripping her. Recurring thoughts of suicide, this time using the installment plan, were never that far away.

Celia then talks about how she sought out help via the rooms of 12-Step Recovery, as well as weight loss surgery to take on the addictions of alcohol and food. This new path led her to a career as a mental health educator, a nonprofit business manager, and ultimately, to her now being a successful motivational speaker and podcast host.

Celia ends this episode by providing her listeners with resources that will help them or their loved ones who are struggling with mental wellness issues. Among the online resources are: https://www.nami.org/Home (The National Alliance on Mental Illness), and one of her favorites: https://www.verywellmind.com/

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Ep021: My Death, Interrupted (Part 1)

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 00:11:11 GMT

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. It is also National Recovery Month. In the first of a two-part episode, Celia shares her story of despair, depression. She reveals that she had thoughts of suicide along with battles with multiple addictions.

Initially, this beautiful, intelligent, talented, and accomplished woman keep her emotions suppressed until she went about the task of permanently putting an end to her suffering. That was until the miracle of divine intervention redirected her in search of peace and healing.

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Ep020: I Have Learned...

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:46:00 GMT

In this episode, Celia talks about the things she's learned in her 60 years on life. Even though she had to learn a lot the hard way, many friends in her support network find Celia's life lessons valuable.

Drawing on decades of sayings, adages and scriptures, Celia shares the knowledge and wisdom she's acquired along the way. And as she always says, keep what you like, and leave the rest.

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Ep019: What Is Prayer?

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 11:45:05 GMT

In this episode, Celia asks the age-old question, "what is prayer"? She shares with you her favorite prayer that starts with the phrase "if others will be helped...", and how that prayer has been answered throughout her life. After a brief pause, Celia will return with all new episodes this Fall. Thank for your continued support, my friends!

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Ep018: When We Cry...

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 11:00:12 GMT

Some people can't cry. So if you really can't - if you are one who suppresses tears, this episode may not be for you. But we invite you to listen anyway. Today, Celia describes a number of scenarios when shedding tears can actually make us physically, mentally, and spiritually stronger. So, let's learn how to "feel our feelings".

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Ep017: My Happy Place

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 11:31:37 GMT

The pool's finally open and the Water Warrior, aka Celia, is returning to her happy place. This is a place where she gets to get exercise, visit with dear friends, compose music, and bask in the sunshine. This is also a place where, when not crowded, she can commune with her higher power. Do you have a happy place? If not, maybe you should.

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Ep016: I Have a Resentment!

Fri, 29 May 2020 11:00:20 GMT

Resentment is bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly. It's also a complex, multilayered emotion that has been described as a mixture of disappointment, disgust, anger, fear, and ego.

Holding a resentment is like drinking cyanide, waiting for it to kill the other guy. Maya Angelou said that "Resentment is like cancer, it eats the host".

In this episode, Celia takes you through the different types and levels of resentment. She also strongly suggests that we put away the poison by keeping our expectations low and our acceptance high. In other words, how to rise above resentment.

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Ep015: Self-Soothing / Super Heroes

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:00:17 GMT

Because of the current COVID-19 pandemic, most or all of us are walking in unfamiliar, scary territory. The phrase "stay positive" is used quite a bit, without specific suggestions on how to do so. I will provide you with a list of possible activities you can do to help you cope with all of the crazy that's going on.

I will then pause to thank all of the true heroes out there trying to keep us safe and provide us with some semblance of normalcy in these challenging times.

If you enjoy these podcast episodes, I invite you to check out my "ISO Peace & Healing" weekly blog posts. Just go to my website at: https://iso-peace-healing.weebly.com/

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Ep014: Celia's Hospital Adventure

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 10:00:15 GMT

This episode was originally recorded after I underwent my first hip replacement surgery. Little did I know that this was just the beginning of a series of health challenges faced by me and husband, Ken. Our faith was tested, but we survived, as I will express in subsequent episodes. Take gentle care.

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Ep013: Thanks Friends, Old & New

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 10:00:05 GMT

Celia's back from surgery! All is going well and she'd like you to know about her recovery and how she's spending her time these days. In this episode, Celia breaks policy to give thanks to some dear friends, this time by name.

She also highlights a very special friendship has flourished for almost 35 years. Robin, along with her husband, Jimmy, have been such a great source of support and encouragement to both Celia and her husband, Ken.

BTW - this episode marks the 50th podcast episode produced by the Descant Music & Media Group on the Spreaker Podcast Network. Thanks again for all of your support!

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Ep012: Cancel the Pity Party!

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 10:00:04 GMT

Living in a cauldron is no place for one to dwell if they wish to live joyous and free! Celia contrasts her many years of being consumed with fear, shame, and resentment. She also talks about her 15 years in recovery, and how it has brought her to a place of peace! This is a powerful episode that we hope you'll take a few minutes to check out. You'll be glad that you did!

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Ep011: Fact, Not Perception

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 10:00:07 GMT

We are thrilled that Celia is back for another season of "ISO Peace & Healing". Now that you know what this show is all about, Celia invites you on a quest to find a higher power who can supply divine help, change past bad behavior, and inspire you to share your peace with others.

She also continues to disclose details from her path to recovery, both spiritual and physical. We pray for a speedy recovery as our Celia undergoes hip replacement surgery on July 8, 2019.

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Ep010: The Best of Angel (Bonus Episode #03)

Fri, 24 May 2019 10:15:20 GMT

Before she landed her own podcast show, "Can I Say Something", Angel appeared on this show. This episode was compiled from highlights of episodes originally published on February 22, 2019 and March 08, 2019. We recognized her passion and extraordinary talent for this medium and immediately went into production for her very own podcast! Recently celebrating one year of sobriety, Angel is living life "one day at a time" with tremendous success! She is also a key member of Celia's support network, one who Celia refers to as her daughter! Prepare to be inspired!

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Ep009: The Best of Marion Johannsson (Bonus Episode #02)

Fri, 10 May 2019 10:15:08 GMT

This episode was compiled from highlights of episodes originally published on January 25, 2019 and February 08, 2019. We've brought together this compelling interview with Ms. Marion Johannsson. With decades of wisdom and sobriety under her belt, Marion serves as an inspiration to people in recovery as well as those who are just dealing with life's challenges. She is also a key member of Celia's support network, one who Celia refers to as her second Mom. Prepare to be inspired!

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Ep008: The Best of Beth Butler (Bonus Episode #01)

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 10:15:17 GMT

This episode was compiled from highlights of episodes originally published on December 28, 2018 and January 11, 2019. We've brought together this compelling interview with Beth Butler, Executive Director of Disability:IN North Carolina. Born legally blind, Beth forged an impressive career, including a successful law practice! She is a key member of Celia's support network. Prepare to be inspired!

Beth served as host of the first season of the "Let's Have a Conversation", which was the first podcast show produced by the Descant Music & Media Group.

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Ep007: Resilience Means Rising the 8th Time

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 11:00:09 GMT

Are you able to adapt well and recover quickly from life's adversities? If you get knocked down seven times, how many times to you get back up? How do you cope with traumatic experiences?

Resilience, or the ability to bounce back after a downfall, can be achieved. Listen to Celia and her mystery guest as they share examples of how they dealt with some of the challenges of their lives.

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Ep006: I'm Not Afraid of the Good Wolf + Marion J is Back!

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 11:15:13 GMT

In this episode, we continue our interview with Marion Johannsson, where she shares with us that constant prayer is her secret to peace, healing, and never being afraid. Before we get to Marion, Celia talks about fear, anger, and her processes for dealing with both.

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Ep005: Boxes, Butterflies, and a Second Mom

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 11:15:18 GMT

Welcome back, friends! In this episode, I share some of my methods of coping with the high levels of stress we encounter each day. I also give you a peek into my seminar titled "Depression... How to Heal, How to Help", that I hope to restart this Spring.

In keeping with past episodes, the second half is devoted to an interview with someone from my support network. Marion Johannsson is a second Mom to me, and I want to publicly thank her for sharing her wisdom with all of you. I'm so pleased that this is part one of my two-part interview with her!

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Ep004: My Hula Hoop and Beth's Journey

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 11:15:14 GMT

As she looks forward to 2019, Celia shares with us the valuable lesson of keeping expectations low and acceptance high. She also brings into the conversation the Serenity Prayer as well as value of “staying inside her hoola hoop”.

Later in the episode she continues her conversation with her dear friend, Beth Butler, JD. In this episode, Beth shares with us her journey in search of peace and healing and how this quest has led her to her life’s work. Once again, we thank Beth for her generosity for sharing her powerful story of triumph over adversity, in her own unique way, with all of you today!

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Ep003: A Look Back at 2018 w/Guest Beth Butler, JD

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 11:15:03 GMT

As she takes a look back at 2018, Celia reflects on some of the goals she achieved, such as healthy eating and how to achieve success while relying on Plan B. Later in the episode she begins a two-part episode with one member of her often-mentioned support system, Beth Butler, JD. Beth is a Disability Inclusion Consultant, a dynamic keynote speaker, as well as Executive Director for Disability:IN North Carolina. She is also the host of the podcast "Let's Have a Conversation w/Beth Butler", also produced by The Descant Music & Media Group. We thank Beth for her generosity for sharing her powerful story of triumph over adversity, in her own unique way, with all of you today!

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Ep002: Releasing Resentment & Fear

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 11:15:07 GMT

In this 2nd episode of “In Search of Peace & Healing”, I will share how resentment and fear were ruling my life; some actions I took that broke their hold on me, and the healing power and freedom that flowed as a result. There's even a blooper at the end that my all-time favorite producer (Ken) decided to keep. If nothing else, it might give you a chuckle or two.

Take gentle care, Celia

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Ep001: Introduction - Celia's Story

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:15:18 GMT

Are you ready to be inspired? Meet Celia Boone, a dynamic inspirational speaker, musician, motivational consultant, mental wellness educator, trauma survivor and lifelong learner. Join Celia as she shares in a unique way her history of self-destructive thoughts, beliefs and behaviors, how she turned her life around, and why she created this podcast.

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