From Breast Cancer to Warrior to Conqueror with Delphyne Lomax Taylor
This special breast cancer awareness Choose To Challenge episode takes us on a journey of Delphyne Lomax Taylor whose battle with breast cancer began with a mammogram discovery. Delphyne is a breast cancer advocate, warrior and survivor. Her life is a message of inspiration and hope for those who are going through their own cancer battle or know someone who is in the fight. This year marks Delphyne's 8th year of being cancer and she is using her voice and her story to make a difference. She reminds us that mammograms save lives. Don't wait to get yours.
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Don't Let Life's Hardships Keep You Down with Brian Martin
Don’t Let Life’s Hardships Keep You Down
Choose to Challenge is a show designed to create a platform that change narratives surrounding the impediments the interfere with women elevating to the highest versions of themselves. This includes systems, institutions, legislation, mindsets, etc. It is a platform for deep introspective and challenging conversations. Choose to Challenge is in the third season and is a weekly show that airs each Monday at 6PM EST on e360TV.com.
Tune in on Monday, 12/5/22, at 6PM ET as host LaWanna Bradford (The Bradford Group and The Bradford Group Consulting) and Bryan Martin discuss the undulating moments in life that can rise to tsunamic proportions. One of the worst feelings that we can experience is when fight/flight kicks in and we begin to battle to survive. Those are the moments when our life begins to spiral out of control, which some call the dark night of the soul. During this episode, LaWanna and Bryan will talk about the power of choice that rising when we face challenges. They will explore the essence of recovery and what it means to rise like a Phoenix and continue to live your best life, freely expressing who you were meant to be. Bryan believes “through community we find support and that generates gratitude which, in turn, fuels the cycle to continue creating more positive energy and igniting the light that can guide others towards safe harbor.”
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Bryan Martin (Also known as Sealionbryan) is a marine biologist, educator, author and widower. He achieved his Marine Biology degree for Salem University in Massachusetts and had an extremely successful career in animal care as an animal trainer and Director of Animal Care. In 2018, he lost his partner Clayton to a terminal illness just 10 months after his father passed away.
The storm of the first two years led into a pandemic and Bryan was trapped alone in his widowed world. He could feel the loneliness and depression sinking in. Watching others post about their pandemic grief reminded him of the start his grief journey. He had the choice to just give in or take hold of the gift we all have inside - the ability to generate joy. Bryan quickly learned he could use that gift to fight the darkness and started to dance on social media.
Bryan began to share his widowed blog to show there is hope and that there would be smiles in their future. His first book is the collection of social media posts, blog posts, insights and reflections written from when his partner Clayton passed away until they were able to have funeral 4 years later. It contains the writings as is without grammatical edits and sentence structure corrections because grief writes as it feels, corrections would dilute the honesty and authenticity.
You can find Bryan on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok @SEALIONBRYANDr.
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Desire, Determination, Discipline_ My Breast Cancer Journey to Recovery - Linda Jordan
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Join us for a compelling Choose to Challenge special broadcast on e360TV.com in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, airing on Monday, October 30, 2023, at 6PM ET. Our esteemed host, LaWanna Bradford, will engage in an insightful dialogue with Dr. Linda R. Jordon, entitled ""Desire, Determination & Discipline | My Breast Cancer Journey to Recovery.""
Dr. Linda will delve into her unique perspective, encapsulated in her statement, ""I was blessed with breast cancer."" She shares her journey, highlighting how she embraced her support network, forged significant relationships, and clung to her aspirations despite the challenges. LaWanna and Dr. Linda will explore what it truly means to rise above adversity and find light in the darkest of times.
Dr. Linda emphasizes the critical importance of sharing her complete story, aiming to offer hope, knowledge, and empowerment to those battling breast cancer. She opens up about her realization that not everyone is meant to be part of your support circle, mastering the art of graciously letting go of relationships that no longer contribute positively to her life.
Dr. Linda challenges viewers to introspectively examine their own lives, encouraging them to ponder on what they are prepared to sacrifice to achieve their aspirations. In addition to her triumphant journey to recovery, Dr. Linda R. Jordon is celebrated as a best-selling author, with her latest release, ""Unleash Your Inner CEO | A Country Girl's Guide to Being Your Own Boss,"" available for purchase on Amazon.com.
This transformative conversation extends beyond the realm of personal health, also addressing the paradigm shift necessary for entrepreneurial success. Dr. Linda and LaWanna discuss the pivotal role of altering one's mindset in business, recognizing the potential to elevate your venture through collaborative efforts, investing in self-education, and forming strategic partnerships.
Don't miss out on this inspiring and educational episode of Choose to Challenge, also available for streaming on LinkedIn and Facebook. Ensure you tune in, engage, and be part of a community standing strong together in the face of adversity.
#BreastCancerAwareness #ChoosetoChallenge #LaWannaBradford #LindaRJordan
Don't Be Silenced...Your Voice Matters with Ricky J. Spann (LTC, US Army Ret)
Choose to Challenge is a show designed to create a platform where narratives are changed surrounding the impediments the interfere with women elevating to the highest versions of themselves. This includes systems, institutions, legislation, mindsets, etc. It’s a platform for deep introspective and challenging conversations. Choose to Challenge is in the 3rd season and is a weekly show that airs each Monday at 6PM EST on e360TV.com.
Tune in on Tuesday, 11/7/22 at 6PM ET as host LaWanna Bradford (The Bradford Group and The Bradford Group Consulting) and guest Ricky J. Spann (LTC, US Army Ret) talk about the importance of to being silence and recognize that your voice matters.
Today, like never before, we must rise and not be afraid to exercise our voice whether in our personal lives, in business, in the workplace, or at the polls. Where do you stand when it comes to expressing your voice? Do you temper it based on the environment? Do you silence it to gain a greater following? Think about experiencing the liberating feeling of true, honest, and unapologetic self-expression. When you know your truth and for what you stand, jumping on the playing field and joining the vocal orchestra of change becomes possible. Let’s not just talk about it (i.e., words without action), let’s be about it.
Ricky J. Spann, (LTC, US Army Ret), is a retired Intelligence Officer, a speaker, teacher, inventor, and serial entrepreneur. Ricky is the author of the controversial and provocative book, Man Up – A Plan for the Spiritual and Organizational Retooling of Black America. He is a proud father and grandfather who spends his time fueling grassroots efforts to create community, local, and federal political awareness, and ensuring that everyone knows their power and exercise their right to vote.
#ChoosetoChallenge #LaWannaBradford #RickyJSpann #ManUp #WomenRise #YourVoiceMatters
Complex PTSD and a Journey of Healing with Gricelidis “Gigi” Bosse
#mentalhealthmatters #ChoosetoChallenge #mentalhealthawarenessmonth
Mental health is a conversation that is gaining more momentum around the word as we recognize the importance of embracing those who have struggles, increasing awareness and understanding, and removing stigmas, biases, and taboos that exist around mental health. Together it is possible that we can shift the narrative and create conditions in our families and communities where individuals can heal and have the tools they need to safely manage their mental well-being.
Tune into Choose to Challenge with LaWanna Bradford, airing on Monday, 05/29/2023 at 6PM EST on e360TV.com. You can also catch the show on FB, LinkedIn, ROKU, Apple TV, and Samsung TV.
Choose to Challenge is the perfect platform for women who are looking to shift the narratives and mindsets surrounding the various issues facing us both domestically and globally. This show will challenge you to reflect on the norms, systems, institutions, biases, and stereotypes that limit us from being the best versions of ourselves.
Join LaWanna Bradford and guest Gricelidis “Gigi” Bosse for a moving conversation about complex PTSD and how she has been able to gain strength to battle the emotional and mental challenges. Gigi reminds us that recovery is a daily journey of discovery, realization, acceptance, and choice.
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Gricelidis Bosse’s journey has been filled with remarkable experiences, personal growth, and formidable challenges as an empath. Despite the obstacles she faced, this single parent managed to obtain a Marketing degree, achieve career success, actively engage in the community, and discover the love of her life.
A decade and a half ago, she made the decision to relocate to Canada. Since then, she has chosen a secluded path, prioritizing her family and focusing on raising their children. Determined to shield them from toxic environments, she deliberately opted out of social media to maintain their privacy.
In 2018, grappling with overwhelming depression and anxiety, she sought help through brief therapy. During this time, she gained valuable insights into narcissism and the importance of setting boundaries.
The years 2020 and 2021 brought further therapy sessions, leading to a diagnosis of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Committed to her healing journey, she persevered through the challenges and began to experience a renewed sense of well-being.
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep passion for teaching, she is currently building her own business and expanding her reach through a podcast and a YouTube channel dedicated to anxiety management. Guided by love, dedication, and a strong belief in equality, fairness, and justice, she strives to make a positive impact on the world. Through her endeavors, she aims to empower others and foster holistic well-being for individuals and the environment.
#ChoosetoChallenge #womenentrepreneurs #GricelidisBossee #mentalhealthmatters #LaWannaBradford #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #TheBradfordGroup #e360TV
To contact LaWanna as a podcast guest, speaking engagements, or to schedule a complimentary strategy review session, please email her at lawanna@bradfordgroupmtg.com and include Choose to Challenge in the subject line.
Choose to Challenge - Priorities & Values - Tips to Create Alignment and Increase Income
[Choose to Challenge airs each Monday on www.e360TV.com
at 6PM EST and streams on AppleTV, SamsungTV, ROKU and Facebook.]
April is Financial Literacy Month. There is so much information about budgeting, saving, investing, and building generational wealth that it can be a bit overwhelming. Whether in your personal life or businesses, our goal is to improve our financial literacy and application to increase our influence, impact, and income. It is imperative that we stand up and be the captain of our financial ship.
During this Choose to Challenge episode, we will review business tips that we may not regard when we think about Financial Literacy and increasing our bottom line.
Values and priorities are critical cornerstones to building frameworks, processes, systems, and relationships.
However, how often do we check to see if they align with each other and our long-term vision? Do they align with what we do each day, how we operate our business, and with whom we engage? Have we compromised in any area, and now are feeling the weight of fiscal compromise and frustration?
Tune in at 6PM EST for a time of reflection and exploration. Your discovery and personal answers may surprise you.
Choose to Challenge | Hold Fast to Your Dreams with Tony Saunders
#MLKDay2023 #TonySaunders
This is a special tribute to MLK and the next generation setting its mark. On Monday, January 16, 2023, tune into the special Choose to Challenge with host LaWanna Bradford and her guest 2x Emmy award-winning bassist and composer, Tony Saunders. Tony reminds us what it takes to live our dreams!
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Choose to Challenge | How Do You Rate Your Business? Struggling, Surviving, or Thriving?
On Monday, June 6, 2022, at 6PM, tune into another edition of Choose to Challenge with LaWanna Bradford. Now that we are mid-year, what thoughts do you have about your business? It is not unusual for small businesses owners to feel the pressure of goals not being. It is those times of uncertainty that many begin to second guess the initial plans made for the year. Are you struggling, surviving, or thriving? What do these phases look like, and how can entrepreneurs begin to challenge themselves to stay afloat despite the shifting economic tides.
Though there are indicators that one can use to evaluate business, LaWanna will unpackage elements within each of the three phases of the business journey that can help women entrepreneurs to assess their business with strategic lens, embrace the arts of leverage, and stay committed to the vision. As she often states, “When your vision intersects with opportunity, success is inevitable.”
#ChoosetoChallenge #womeninbusiness #businesstips #womenentrepreneurs