One of my favorite authors, the late Dr. Wayne Dyer, once stated that “There is no way to peace. Peace is the way.” This seemed rather contradictory to the common belief that a peaceful state of existence is a destination we arrive at after traversing the correct path. Wayne challenges us to view peace as […]
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Sipping Toddies- December 16 on The Connected Table LIVE
When the cold or flu hits me (as it did last October), I crave a warm Toddy. By definition a Toddy is a hot drink of whiskey, sugar and water. But in the right hands, it is much more. It’s hot magic in a glass. According to cocktail historian and author, Dave Wondrich, the Toddy originated […]
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A Beer That May Be Good for What Ales You
Remember that college mantra “beer makes you smarter?” Memory hint: it was usually uttered by someone with beer goggles on. We did a little research asking if drinking beer made you smarter. A 2012 study at Oregon State University reported that xanthohumol in hops, a main ingredient in beer, has been found to increase brain function in high doses. […]
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Host Nihar Suthar Interviews Guest Lily Yoseph on Incito
In 2008, after 25 years away from home, Lily Yoseph decided to take a trip to Kofele, Ethiopia, where she was born. When she arrived there, the poverty she saw was much greater than she could have ever expected. Her moving experiences prompted her to start Tangible Hope Foundation. Hear her powerful story tonight at […]
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Sarcasm, Fear, and Arrogance
Consider the following scenario: you and your neighbor engage in a political discussion. After a few moments, it becomes apparent that the two of you have serious disagreements about the upcoming presidential elections. Being equally as passionate about your positions, the debate quickly becomes heated. You, a more confident narrator, have more specific points to […]
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January Jones-Holidays with Michele Sfakianos
About the Author
MICHELE SFAKIANOS is a Registered Nurse, Life Skills Expert, Speaker and Author. In 1982, she received her AS Degree in Business Data Processing/Computer Programming. In 1993, she received her Associate in Science degree in Nursing from St. Petersburg Junior College, graduating with Honors. In 1999, Michele received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Florida International University, graduating with High Honors. Michele has been previously published in both Poetry Books and a Nursing
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The “Voice” in the Wine Business – Roberta Morrell Dec 9th- The Connected Table LIVE!
Long before there were any “women and wine” organizations or symposiums and back when the wine trade was a man’s world there was one woman whose voice stood out: Roberta Morrell. You can’t miss that voice. Roberta is a force to be reckoned with whose tenure in the wine industry spans 30 years as President and […]
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She’s a Voice in the Wine World
Long before there were any “women and wine” organizations or symposiums and back when the wine trade was a man’s world there was one woman whose voice stood out: Roberta Morrell. You can’t miss that voice. Roberta is a force to be reckoned with whose tenure in the wine industry spans 30 years as President and […]
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Inspired Communication
The purpose of communication is so individuals can freely share their ideas, feelings, thoughts, and needs with one another as a means of better understanding themselves and the situation at hand. However it can present a unique set of challenges for several reasons: 1) As children we are not typically taught how to communicate – […]
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The Illusion of Anger
I sent out an email about my upcoming show, The Illusion of Anger, and was met with an angry response. “Anger is NOT an illusion! People die from anger!” he wrote. I am well aware of that. However, that is not the illusion I’m speaking of. According to Webster’s dictionary, anger is a feeling of […]
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