Thank you Sifu Louis for conducting an outstanding interview with me!! The Meticulous Moments audience values your input and sharing of information. Keep shining and be blessed in all that you do!! Oss! ""Sifu Damien Chauremootoo is a distinguished martial arts expert and master trainer whose career spans across working with celebrities, corporate leaders, educational institutions, and community organizations. His name is honorably engraved on a marble plaque at the Shaolin Temple, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication. Sifu Damien’s programs are renowned for their depth and effectiveness, encompassing mindfulness, self-defense training, and Wing Chun Kung Fu. His commitment to empowering others is demonstrated through his impactful collaborations with schools and universities, where he delivers programs designed to inspire and motivate. Sifu Damien's expertise has been widely recognized and respected, with numerous publications in various articles and multiple features in Black Belt Magazine. As the founder of Empower Tactical, Sifu Damien has built a globally recognized organization dedicated to teaching self-defense, mindfulness, and martial arts to a diverse audience. Based in Melbourne, Empower Tactical offers innovative programs for schools, corporate clients, councils, and individuals seeking to enhance their physical and mental well-being. Sifu Damien’s approach masterfully blends traditional martial arts techniques with modern fitness and mindfulness practices, making his programs both unique and highly effective.

CEO/Founder, Champion Training/Team Torres Martial Arts Director/Founder, North American Federation of Martial Arts Publisher- Action Martial Arts Magazine and Martial Arts Xperience Magazine Host/Creator- Video podcast series The Martial Arts Xperience Master Jose Torres began training in the Korean martial art of Tang Soo Do thirty-eight years ago in 1982 under Master William Hamilton, receiving his 1st Dan Tang Soo Do Black Belt in September 1989. Furthering his martial arts knowledge Master Torres began training in Tae Kwon Do in 1991. In April 2001 he received his 4th Dan Black Belt Tang Soo Do from Grandmaster K. Rhee and in April 2002 received his 4th Dan Black Belt from the AAU Tae Kwon Do Organization. Grandmaster Ho Sik Pak, founder of the Hwa Rang Tang Soo Do Federation, issued Master Torres his Sa Bom/Master Certification in November 2006 and also promoted him to 5th and 6th Dans. Master Torres opened his first martial arts school, Team Torres Martial Arts, in Edgewater Park, NJ in April 2000 and opened his second Team Torres location in Burlington Township in January 2006, instructing children beginning at the age of 3 years to adults well into their 70’s. His passion for teaching children combined with his love of martial arts led him to establishing several after-school programs, including programs in the Edgewater Park School System in 2003, Wee Kids Early Learning Center-Children’s Tot Program in 2005, and the Greenburg Academy in 2008. Team Torres Lambertville in 2014 and the Wee Kids After-school Burlington Twp Program in 2019. One of the biggest accomplishments and contributions to the martial arts by Master Torres career is his founding of the North American Federation of Martial Arts in 2005, an organization whose members and tournament circuit have grown and become as recognized as the powerhouse organizations of NASKA and the NBL. Today NAFMA has over 2,500 competitors and 250 martial arts schools from various styles of martial arts, including Tang Soo Do, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Kenpo and Tai-Chi to name a few. Furthermore, in 2006 Master Torres began the North American Hall of Fame and most recently in September 2010 founded the MAX Radio Show- Martial Arts Xperience on WIFI 1460 AM. For the last 16 years Master Torres has been a key promoter of Domestic and International Martial Arts Events in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida, as well as the countries of Canada,Trinidad & Tobago, St. Lucia, and Guyana . He has hosted events in such facilities as the Taj Mahaj Casino, Spectrum- Philadelphia, Valley Forge Convention Center, Philadelphia Convention Center, Tropicana Resort, Oaks Convention Center and the Sheraton Resorts in Florida and NJ. Most notably Master Torres became the first ever martial arts promoter to host a fighting competition ( IKA) in the Wachovia Center (now known as Wells Fargo Center) in March 2009; preceding the UFC event at the arena six months later in August of 2009. In March 2010- Master Torres was selected as Tae Kwon Do Director for Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger- Arnold Sports Festival March 2010 in Columbus Ohio and in August 2010 was chosen as Tournament Director for USA Tae Kwon Do to host the 2011 Junior Olympic and National Qualifier for NJ. Master Torres was selected as one of only 6 Tang Soo Do Masters from the United States to attend the 2011 World Tang Soo Do General Federation Forum in Seoul, Korea. The forum hosted over 30 masters from around the world. Master Torres was selected among 5 other masters to test in Korea in front of the esteemed Grandmasters Board. Master Torres was successful and was promoted to 7th Dan by Senior Grand Master Hee Suk Choi ( Don Bom #3) and again tested in 2018 and was promoted to 8th Dan Grand Master in Seoul, Korea Tae Kwon Do Times Magazine featured Master Torres on the cover of its March 2013 Magazine with Master Eric Kovaleski from Dixon City, PA. He was then put on a solo cover in Sept 2018. In 2019, Grand Master Torres purchased and became Publisher of Alan Goldberg’s Action Martial Arts Magazine. He also was appointed Professor of Sport Tang Soo Do and Youth Development for the World Tang Soo Do International Academy in Seoul, Korea Beginning May 2020, he launched his new video podcast show The Martial Arts Xperience. He competed 20 episodes during his first season. 2021 is slated for 21 episodes for Season 2. Throughout his 39 plus years in the martial arts Master Torres has received a staggering amount of Commendations and Proclamations, made great achievements in competition and been inducted into several Hall of Fames, some of which are listed below: Commendations /Proclamations:

David Kurzhal (aka the ""Viking Samurai"") is a lifelong martial artist, natural bodybuilder, actor, screenwriter and popular YouTuber. He has recently starred in 'The Last Kumite', 'Bloodstorm' and ‘Elite Target’. With projects like these under his belt and the momentum he is building as an actor, the future is bright and he seems destined to become the next big action film star. He has also recently signed with Official Celebrity Boxing and had his first bout on March 9th, 2024 in Atlantic City, which he won. Now, on September 28th, 2024, he will be facing one of the greatest boxers of all-time, hall of famer and multi-weight class Champion, “Sugar” Shane Mosley! His quick trajectory in the fight world will surpass Jake Paul if he’s able to get a win over Mosley! His popular Viking Samurai YouTube channel features interviews with many greats from the action and martial arts world including Scott Adkins, Sheldon Lettich, Don ""The Dragon"" Wilson, Mohammed Qissi, Mark Dacascos, Michael Jai White, Benny ""The Jet"" Urquidez and many more! The evolution of his YouTube channel has become somewhat legendary as he first started talking about action and martial arts films, which then lead to him interviewing the people who were involved in their creation. The next step was meeting them in person and actually training with the martial arts masters such as 11-Time World Kickboxing Champion Don ""The Dragon"" Wilson, and now more recently starring alongside the greats such as Billy Blanks in movies. This all lead to him starring in his first lead role in the soon to be released 'Bloodstorm' and also fighting a world-champion boxer, “Sugar” Shane Mosley!

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Lamon Brewster is a former professional boxer who held the WBO heavyweight title from 2004 to 2006. He was ranked as the world's number 8 heavyweight by BoxRec. Lamon won the U.S. National Championships in 1995 and a silver medal at that year's Pan American Games both in the heavyweight division. He made history with his record-breaking TKO of Andrew Golota in the first round. Lamon is also working diligently on a new Reality Show called The Perfect Combination. This show includes 5 Heavyweight World Champions namely: Lamon Brewster ""Relentless"" Riddick Bowe ""Big Daddy"" Chris Byrd Alias ""Rapid Fire"" James Toney Alias ""Lights Out"" Ray Mercer Alias ""Merciless"" The team: Juanita Kapp Alias ""Bosley"" Kevin Oliver Alias ""The Fixer"" The 5 Champs will through pure willpower and tenacity take over the business world through their ventures of uplifting Communities and helping others to be educated through the principles of boxing.

Tune in for "Open-Eyed Adoption: Real Help for Parenting Adoptees," featuring Robin Hitt. In this empowering session, Robin will address the misconceptions surrounding adoptive parenting and offer practical advice for those raising adoptees, emphasizing that you are not a failure. Robin Hitt, a retired registered nurse, is the author of the Morgan-James Open-Eyed Adoption: Real Help for Those Parenting Adoptees. She is a professional life and business coach, a Certified Daring WayTM facilitator and a lifelong learner. She and her childhood sweetheart - husband of over 46 years, reside in Colorado, where she enjoys hiking, fishing, entertaining friends, and catching up with her adult daughters. Robin can be reached at: (719) 435-0777 robin@robinhitt.com robinhitt.com @HittRobin on IG @RobinHittLifeCoaching on FB www.linkedin.com/in/robin-hitt-26a335158/

Elysha Andrews discusses overcoming anger, addiction, and self-sabotage while finding forgiveness, faith, and self-love. Elysha N. Andrews, Mentor and Author of the newly released book "Get Real I am Triggered: The Truth Behind The Trauma" navigates the complexities of family life with insight and resilience. A devoted mother to her son Jeremiah, Elysha has triumphantly recovered from alcohol addiction and is embarking on a transformative journey. While she resides in Toronto, her heart remains in sunny Florida, reflecting her warm and hopeful outlook. Elysha's experiences and insights offer guidance and inspiration to others walking similar paths. Her social media is: www.instagram.com/disciplinedxdesign www.instagram.com/elyshaandrewsllc www.ENicoleMinistries.com

Faisal Butt is a wealth management professional specializing in customized investment and financial strategies for high-net-worth clients. With an MBA in Finance and extensive experience at a major Canadian bank, Faisal focuses on providing tailored wealth strategies that emphasize capital preservation, income generation, and long-term results. He works closely with clients to turn their dreams into measurable goals, explaining complex financial strategies in everyday language. At iA Private Wealth, Faisal's people-centric approach and dedication to client success drive his practice. He collaborates with trusted professionals to offer sound investment estate advice and tax-efficient strategies. Faisal can be reached at: Name: Faisal Butt, MBA, FMA, QAFP Title: Senior Investment Advisor Company: iA Private Wealth Address: 2075 Kennedy Road, 5th Floor, Scarborough, ON M1T 3V3 Office Phone: 416-332-3867 Email: Faisal.Butt@iaprivatewealth.ca

Join this livestream today at 9am CST as we talk about New Beginnings Motivation and what it involves!

Kris D Roberts is an actor of note. Having appeared in amazing productions with Hollywood stars such as Jason Momoa and the cast of the Cobra Kai Netflix Series, Kris continues to hone his acting and martial art skills on a daily basis. It is his origin story that captivates the audience and brings inspiration to the masses. Join us for this upcoming show! We will see you there!

Don't miss "How to Love and Let Go with Grace: A Foster Mother's Journey," featuring Nicole Jolene, a devoted mother of four and foster mom. This show offers an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs of foster parenting, providing heartfelt insights into letting go with dignity and love. Nicole Jolene was born in Jamaica and migrated to Canada at the age of 2 to be reunited with her parents. She grew up in the York region area with her parents and her brother & continues to live in the York Region. Nicole has been a foster parent for over 11 years and has lovingly cared for many children during that time. Nicole holds a Doctorate Degree in Counselling and is Certified as a Health and Life coach. Nicole is passionate about fostering and is passionate about counselling and coaching women to live their best lives. Nicole is the proud mother and foster mother of 6 children. Social Media @NicoleJolene08

S1E4 ~ Continuing with our series “What is Family,” our guest CEO Christy Nichols shares her journey as an adoptee, unconditional love, and her search for answers. Are you ready to have more energy in your life and biz? Then Christy Nichol is your go-to expert! A burnout recovery specialist, business mentor and executive coach, Christy has equipped countless small business owners, successful professionals and other service providers with the tools they need to break through burnout so that they can keep doing the work they love without having to go on stress leave or walk away from the success they’ve created. When she's not hiking with her dog, skiing knee-deep powder in the glorious mountains of BC or stocking her bag with crunchy cucumbers from the local farmers market, you'll find this former chemist geeking out on the magical connection between all things quantum physics, the law of attraction and how to manifest more fun, laughter and joy! Social media: Website: www.ChristyNichol.com Free Guide: 5 habits that lead to burnout (and what to do instead) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christynich... Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/break... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christyni...

I am excited to welcome Deneen Andrades, the dynamic Founder and CEO of 7 Stages of Hope, bestselling author, international speaker, and Life Transformation Specialist. Known for her ability to inspire and mentor, Deneen shares her insights on overcoming limiting beliefs and transforming lives through resilience and empowerment. From her extensive corporate background to sharing stages with thought leaders like Les Brown and Randi Zuckerberg, Deneen’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and positive change. Join us as she discusses her unique approach to mastering resilience and achieving success.

The Groovie Bunch, London’s boutique comedy club join us for their final show, hosted by Thomas W Kelly. Host: Thomas W Kelly https://thomaswkelly.com/ Don Biswas / donbiswascomedy Andrew Rakowski / andrewstandup Derya Yildirim / cybelerocks Mac Larry / maclarry_comedy MUSIC Credits: Rebecca Poole Purdy www.purdymusic.co.uk Marc JB www.marcjb.com

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Women Behind the Millions," where we delve into the fascinating world of wealth-building and personal empowerment. In today's episode, host Jessica Weaver sits down with Celina Mattocks, a corporate executive, author, and advocate for intentional living. Together, they explore the concept of money as energy, revealing how our emotions and energy levels can significantly impact our financial situations, either attracting abundance or fostering scarcity. Jessica and Celina also discuss the power of boundaries, the significance of intentional action, and the transformative Bliss Method for personal productivity. Additionally, they address the unique challenges women face in balancing careers and household responsibilities, offering insights into creating a harmonious life. From financial check-ins to the importance of personal time, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for women looking to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us as we uncover the stories and strategies of the women supporting their financial success and find inspiration in their journeys. Guest Bio: Celina Mattocks is a dynamic leadership and action expert with over 15 years of experience in communications, talent management, and enterprise change management. Recognized as a Top 100 Emerging Leader by the Diversity Awards in 2022, she is passionate about helping individuals and organizations achieve success and fulfillment through a combination of heart-centered leadership and data-driven insights. A Fortune 500 executive, Celina has shared her expertise globally as a speaker and consultant, backed by a Master of Science in Organization Development. In her personal life, she enjoys traveling, reading, and outdoor adventures with her family in Washington, DC. Celina is also the author of 54 Flights, a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Dr. Williams, a Clinical Psychologist, Radical Self-Care and Wellness Expert, and bestselling author, shares her insights on Embracing Self-Love. With years of experience as a leader in wellness, leadership, and diversity, Dr. Williams will guide us through the transformative power of self-love and its role in personal and professional growth. www.DrNatashaWilliams.com @DrNatashaWilliams

Sheniquah is a passionate entrepreneur and advocate who has used her lived experiences in the child welfare system to redefine her circumstances and create a thriving hair styling business. In this episode, she shares her journey of resilience, faith, and empowerment, highlighting the power of embracing one’s unique hair and identity. Join us as Sheniquah talks about turning challenges into triumphs and how she continues to inspire and mentor others navigating similar paths. Don’t miss this powerful conversation about self-expression and redefining what’s possible!

Today’s Guests, Katherine Reid, a biochemist, and Barbara Price, a seasoned science writer, delve into the hidden dangers of MSG, revealing how this additive, prevalent in processed foods, is linked to conditions such as obesity, diabetes, autism, addiction, depression, and cancer. Show Benefits: ~ Learning to spot MSG hidden in food labels ~ Control inflammation in the body ~ Tips for reducing MSG ~ Learning to make informed food choices Broadcast Bio: Katherine “Katie” Reid, PhD is the founder of Unblind My Mind, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to improving health through informed food choices. With a background in biotech cancer pharmaceuticals, she brings a wealth of scientific knowledge to her work on chronic inflammatory illnesses. Barbara Price, PhD is a science writer and editor who has turned her passion for science into a career, helping to make complex scientific concepts accessible to all. Her experience spans climate change, protein biophysics, and educational content creation. #healit #kendfoster #KatherineReid #BarbaraPrice #energy #healing #health #food #weightloss #inflammation #diet #allergies #illness Website: unblindmymind.org Facebook: facebook.com/UnblindMyMind Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/katherine-reid TikTok: unblindmymind Twitter/X: x.com/UnblindMyMind YouTube: youtube.com/@katiereidSC Instagram: instagram.com/unblindmymind Episode links: Youtube: https://youtu.be/soegip2F_tI Spotify: https://shorturl.at/itzX3 iTunes: https://shorturl.at/jpvIY Amazon: https://shorturl.at/bowxH iHeart: https://shorturl.at/aktH7 Ken D Foster (Social Media): kendfoster.com Facebook: facebook.com/kendfoster1 Twitter: twitter.com/KennethFoster Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kendfoster Heal It (Social Media): Facebook: facebook.com/healitshowofficial Instagram: instagram.com/healitofficial Youtube: youtube.com/@healitofficial

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S1 E3 ~ My dear friend Colina Phillips shares with me her loving and vulnerable journey as an adoptive mom. In another episode, we will hear from Colina’s daughter, Christy Nichols, as she shares her journey as an adoptee. COLINA PHILLIPS worked in Toronto on top-tier sessions, singing everything from country to jazz and rock on radio and television. She wrote and directed two films, Making Change (TIFF) and Leap Year Love Dance, about the legendary Alberta cowboy John Ware. She continues a solo music career as a singer/songwriter. Interests include learning about African Canadians who are part of Canadian history and developing food knowledge and food security practices to present to local communities. Building on cooking skills learned from her parents and encouragement from her family, her handmade pastries sell well. The happy lives of her children and grandchildren bring joy into her active life.