Life Is A Sacred Journey

In this episode, our host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by Sandy Gibson, the Co-Founder and CEO of America's first conservation memorial forests - BETTER PLACE FORESTS.Mission: To inspire everyone to leave a meaningful legacy for the planet and the people they love. We support families in their end of life arrangements while conserving and protecting natural areas. By choosing Better Place Forests, your legacy will inspire future generations.Sandy along with childhood friends Brad Milne and Jamie Knowlton launched Better Place Forests to change the way we think about and make arrangements for end-of-life experiences. Instead of the traditional burial or cremation, loved ones spread the ashes of the deceased under a specially chosen tree in a protected area. A resting place can be full of life and a meaningful contribution to protecting beautiful forestland. SOURCE: FORBES.Memorial Trees for Heroes is an initiative to support the nation’s fallen frontline heroes in the COVID-19 pandemic by offering memorial tr

In this special episode, Host, Micheal Pope will interact with the audience and share stories of humanity about 9/11.Where were you on 9/11?What did you learn from 9/11?How did it change you?Please reach out and share your story with us.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram. 

In this episode, Your Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by Chris Bravo, a documentary filmmaker based in Brooklyn, NY. His work is a blend of personal storytelling and activism. Over the past few years, Chris has been a caregiver for his mom, who has Dementia. He will share with us his most recent work: a film he made before the pandemic, and an essay he wrote after quarantine began about his experiences of separation and how COVID-19 is impacting people with dementia significantly. Read EssayWatch FilmHis goal is to bring audiences towards a more profound, emotionally engaged understanding of topics and themes that are often marginalized and suppressed.Bravo's films have screened internationally at venues and festivals such as Chicago Underground Film Festival, New York Underground Film Festival, Oakland International Film Festival, Anthology Film Archives, Berlin Director's Lounge, Chicago Filmmakers, Allied Media Conference, The People's Film Festival. His current projects explore the intersection of agin

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by Stuart Furman, ESQ.Member of State Bar of California and President of Southern California Legal Center, Inc. President of ElderCare Ready, LLC.Stuart's law practice has concentrated on elder law issues, including long-term care for seniors, planning for Veterans and accessing VA benefits, Medi-Cal planning, living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advanced medical directives, probate, and other peripheral issues. As Stuart had 6 family members (including 4 parents) in assisted living, he has also learned the practical aspects of dealing with families in long-term care. READ MORE: https://www.eldercareready.com/Based upon his own eldercare experiences and legal background, Stuart wrote The ElderCare Ready Book (2015) and The ElderCare Ready Pack (2015), winning an award in 2016 from Today’s Caregiver magazine.Get Your Copies: http://www.eldercareready.com/shop/Personal life: Stuart has genuinely enjoyed his marriage to Jayne of over 29 years. He is also a

Welcome to a New Season of "Life is a Sacred Journey"!In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by Maureen Dixon. Maureen has been the Board Chair of WriterCoach Connection/Community Alliance for Learning since 2014 and has been involved with the organization since 2010, serving as a coach, site coordinator, trainer, and board member. Previously, Maureen's career included more than 25 years of experience working in nonprofits as a program manager and independent marketing communications consultant.Mission and Vision: WriterCoach Connection connects trained, caring volunteer coaches with middle and high school students to engage, encourage, and inspire them to think more critically and write more skillfully. Our vision is that all students discover the power and richness of their own voices and learn to communicate their ideas with clarity and confidence to enable them to participate successfully in personal and academic challenges, career options, and community conversations.READ MORE: https://www.w

Dear Life is a Sacred Journey Community; we want to THANK YOU for being HERE and joining us every Friday to learn more about how to navigate this incredible sacred journey that we call LIFE. This is a special episode where, Your Host, Micheal Pope, will interact with the audience and provide more details about the new season of "Life is a Sacred Journey," which starts next week.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram. 

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be reflecting on how we can balance grief and joy in these times of uncertainty.Whatever you are feeling right now, it's valid. We are all just doing the best we can.So much is being lost amid the COVID-19 global pandemic. We have lost our routines and many freedoms. Many people have lost their jobs. We have lost the ability to visit freely with one another and, in some cases, to go outside our homes. And some people have lost their lives while others have lost the opportunity to be with people who are dying or grieving. One of the lasting legacies of this pandemic can be an increased ability to support one another in our grief.Source: www.medium.comUseful Resources: https://whatsyourgrief.com/its-not-selfish-to-grieve/ ||| https://www.self.com/story/moments-of-joy-in-pandemicSUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram.

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope will be joined by Audrey Bond, Founder, and CEO of Vaultt. Audrey Bond has been an entrepreneur for over 25 years. As a single mother and the daughter of disabled aging parents, she was stressed, disorganized, and overburdened with information and schedules.She wanted a secure location to communicate and an easy way to store and share valuable information. Her mission is to help families and caregivers stay organized and connected, alleviate stress, and give people back control of their data by building an end-to-end encrypted organizational & communication platform – Vaultt. Better support for caregivers can improve the well-being of those giving and receiving care. Vaultt exists precisely for that reason – to provide the support that, in turn, empowers caregivers to regain control and increase peace of mind. Audrey graduated from the University of Ottawa and has worked both as a military and medical photographer. A passionate self-described foodie, Audrey also attende

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by the American Award-winning writer, bodybuilder, and elder-care legislation advocate - Carolyn A. Brent. Based on her book "Transforming Your Life through Self-Care: A Guide to Tapping into Your Deep Beauty and Inner Worth," Carolyn will share the impact of practicing self-love continuously. Also, Micheal will reveal how Carolyn's book inspired her to begin the transformational process and what she has learned so far.Moreover, Carolyn will provide more information about her new book coming out soon. Stay tuned.This motivational self-help book outlines the necessary self-care actions to become your wellness advocate and achieve success in your new lifestyle and wellness journey. Carolyn A. Brent brings fresh perspectives and cutting edge research to areas such as undertaking blood type diets, revving up your immune system, dealing with stress, starting exercise programs based on body types, and more.Brent's step-by-step guide will have you excited with your

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will engage in a lively conversation with Gaurav Kalidass, Consultant and Professor with experience in International Business Management. Also, he is a content creator and one of his biggest projects is ’The Lost Indian’, a YouTube channel focused on creating innovative and engaging content that provides information related to studying, living, and working in Europe.Moreover, in 2014, Gaurav was an International Leadership Fellow at ASEB (Alzheimer’s Services of the East Bay). Usually working between France, California, UAE, and India. He traveled to over 17 countries, former Toastmaster club member, and passionate about youth, women, and elderly empowerment. Passionate about - Public Speaking & Leadership | Story Telling | For-Profit & Nonprofit Organizational Strategy | Creating Innovative, Interactive & Engaging Online or Offline Content | Luxury and Unconventional Marketing Strategies | Fundraising | Wines & CigarsSUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE u

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by an extraordinary guest, Nicole Howell, the Executive Director forOmbudsman Servicesof Contra Costa and Solano Counties. Micheal and Nicole will explore the role of Ombudsman within the counties, and how has COVID-19 affected the activity of the nonprofit organization.Nicole is responsible for ensuring that the 13,000 residents of long-term care in her community have access to the highest level of care, respect, and above all, can live free of abuse and neglect. Before her role with OSCCS, Nicole worked for nearly five years as the Director of Operations for Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, where she became a fierce advocate for seniors and dependent adults and immersed herself in culture change initiatives and person-centered care philosophies. Ms. Howell has worked in the nonprofit community for a decade and attended the University of Nevada, Reno. When she is not working, she can be found at the Oakland Coliseum cheering on the Oakland A's and ho

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, is going to talk about the celebration of Independence Day in the middle of a pandemic. As the state sees a high increase in COVID-19 cases, Governor Gavin Newsom warns Californians to follow new health orders ahead of the Fourth of July. People have to understand that the Fourth of July 2020 should be celebrated differently and avoid road trips to state parks and beaches. Big gatherings are the environments in which COVID-19 spreads.Coronavirus infections throughout the Bay Area grew to 26,300 on Wednesday, an increase of more than 677 cases in 24 hours, county data showed. Single-day spikes in Bay Area counties included 202 new cases in Santa Clara, 192 in Alameda, and 116 in Contra Costa. In California, Newsom’s order requires restaurants, wineries, tasting rooms, family entertainment centers, movie theaters, museums, zoos, and cardrooms in the 19 counties to halt indoor operations for at least three weeks. The affected establishments are allowed to operate outdoors, su

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will cover subjects, such as cost preparation before the reopening of the State, guidelines/requirements for service-related programs, the rigorous attestation process, and more.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram.

Dear Caregivers, here is an exclusive episode created just for you. Host, Micheal Pope, will have two specialists as guests, Maryanne Connor and Carla McManus. The goal is to put a face to the struggles of all the caregivers who are trying to navigate through these challenging times. Maryanne is a Social Worker at ASEB (Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay), and Carla works as a Program Director/Music Therapist at ASEB. Maryanne specializes in working with people living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, their families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. She is personally familiar with vascular dementia as her maternal grandmother lived with it for years. This firsthand experience turned into a passion for working with older adults living with dementia and their families. Maryanne graduated in 2019 with a Master's of Social Work from the University of Michigan. SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram.

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by the Gen Zer, Jacob Jones. Micheal and Jacob will continue the dialogue about the impact of current events on the worldview of the postmillennial generation. Jacob studies Computer Science and Graphic Design at Diablo Valley College. Also, he is a caregiver for his grandmother. Jacob will share his experience and insight vis-à-vis the Black Lives Matter Movement, racial injustice, and how protesting/marching can generate significant change.Gen Z ranges from 7 to 22 years old.It is the most racially diverse generation in US history, with minorities about to outnumber the white population. Gen Z is revolutionizing how America thinks about race and gender.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel. L!KE us on Facebook. FOLLOW us on Instagram.

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will engage in a lively conversation with her daughter, Jade Davis, a Gen Zer who is a student at Saint Mary's College of California, pursuing a degree in Business Administration. Micheal and Jade will analyze how this global pandemic will impact the worldview of the postmillennial generation. Moreover, considering the current events, Micheal and Jade will share their experiences and opinions vis-a-vis the Black Lives Matter Movement.Who are the members of Gen Z? 'Business Insider' surveyed almost two thousand teens and 20-somethings to find out more about Gen Z's identity:Gen Z grew up online. Gen Z ranges from 7 to 22 years old.It is the most racially diverse generation in US history, with minorities about to outnumber the white population. Gen Z is revolutionizing how America thinks about race and gender.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel. L!KE us on Facebook. FOLLOW us on Instagram.

In this special episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by Pastor Schuyler Rhodes. They will discuss the role of religion and spirituality during a global pandemic. Moreover, Schuyler will share with us the numerous benefits of choosing faith over fear, wisdom over worry, and prayer over panic. Schuyler Rhodes is the Superintendent of the Los Rios District of the California Nevada Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. He received his MDiv (Master of Divinity) with honors from Drew University in Madison, New Jersey, and has also done graduate studies in Literature and Criticism at the State University of New York at Albany, and in Liberation Theology at Maryknoll School of Theology. Rhodes has served churches in California, New Jersey, New York City and New York State. He has published numerous articles, monographs, and books, including Journey Through the Psalms, Words of Hope and Clarity, Words for a Birthing Church, Pentecost Fire: Preaching Hope in Times of Change and Words to the Silence:

Caregiving takes more hours than the day provides. Our caregivers are warriors of their love for their loved ones living with Alzheimer's and any form of dementia. Tracie Fong is a caregiver, thus an essential worker at ASEB (Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay). Tracie will join Micheal and share her experience as a caregiver during and prior to the pandemic.Fact: According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there are 5.8 million Americans aged 65 or older who are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and more than 16 million Americans provide unpaid care for them. Family members and friends provided nearly $244 billion in unpaid care to people with Alzheimer's and other dementias in 2019. And almost a quarter of Alzheimer's caregivers are in the "sandwich generation," meaning they care for both someones with the disease and their child.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram.

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will explore the challenges of caregiving during COVID-19. Caregiving is more than a job. It can be very stressful, especially during a global crisis. If you are a caregiver, please reach out and share your experience with us.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel.L!KE us on Facebook.FOLLOW us on Instagram.

In this episode, Host, Micheal Pope, will be joined by Sunny Aujla, who is a real estate investor and developer. Since 2011, he has been immersing in all that real estate has to offer. I started in residential, moved quickly into rehab properties, and have transitioned into new construction. Currently, Sunny is working on several Custom Home projects in the Bay Area. One of which is a Hayward Hills development of 6 single-family custom homes. The future is looking just as busy, with low-income housing, micro-unit housing, as well as multi-family coming down the pipeline.Sunny always had a passion for MORE in life. His mind has always been focused on excelling and growing in all that he does.(ASEB) Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay provides meals, medical supplies, supervision, and transportation to elderly patients. they are vital resources for families with elderly parents and grandparents. “It is hard to stay compliant and keep our doors open,” says CEO and board member, Micheal Pope. “The people at Sunn