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A highly contagious and deadly bird virus,the dreaded Virulent Newcastle Disease has moved north from Southern California. Most infections have occurred among chickens raised at homes on the outskirts of urban areas, where former farms and stables have become incorporated into cities but still have dense pockets of animals.Because of the threat to the state’s $2.5-billion poultry industry, poultry owners are prohibited from moving birds in all of Los Angeles County, as well as large areas of San Bernardino and Riverside counties. The college admission scandal has rocked the world for students who are working hard to attend institutions of higher learning. It is admirable that parents encourage their children to succeed but deplorable when some parents buy prestige. Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian will deconstruct the recent university scams providing a mother/daughter viewpoint. Read more at http://www.StarStyleRadio.com

It takes more muscles to frown than to smile. Although being a positive person may not come naturally, it is a skill that can be learned. Shifting your glass from half empty to half full offers health benefits and happier days. Empowerment Architect Cynthia Brian will give you the tools to less wrinkles with more positivity. Good neighbors help a household feel protected, happy, and balanced. Companion plantings in gardens serve the same purpose. Learn how to make your landscape more compatible for a more beautiful, flourishing environment. Pick up copies of the book, Growing with the Goddess Gardener from http://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store and receive lots of free goodies, including seeds. If you are an animal lover but can’t keep a pet long term, perhaps signing up to be a foster pet parent is the answer. Volunteer to foster an animal that suits your lifestyle and your timetable.

Traveling alone can be a rewarding and enriching experience. Even though most popular destinations are safe, it is wise to take precautions no matter where you are. It’s not all about getting your wallet nabbed. Dangers and challenges can be avoided by following a few simple tips. “I can’t believe a film about menstruation just won an Oscar,” Rayka Zehtabchi exclaimed in her acceptance speech. Menstrual equity—the fight to ensure that people who get their periods have access to the products and support they need—is a hard fight. Reproductive Health specialist, Cynthia Brittany, and women’s advocate Cynthia Brian tackle this touchy topic. As Rayka said: “A period should end a sentence, not a girls education.” Period!

Hello Spring! As if on cue, terra firma has erupted in a procession of power plants. As the soil warms and the daylight hours grow longer, it is time to prepare your garden for seeding by weeding, hoeing, and adding rich soil. Find out what’s happening this season with author of Growing with the Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. http://wwwCynthiaBrian.com Do you know the difference between loneliness and being alone? There are proven benefits to spending time by yourself. Taking moments of solitude will enhance and increase your creativity and restore your well-being. Learn how to be by yourself and thrive. Workers of today covet more flexible time to spend with their families or perform other tasks. But what if your nine-to-five doesn’t allow for a flexible schedule? We’ll look at ways you can convince your boss that you’ll be a fabulous employee no matter where you are.

Spring is just around the corner, making this a great time to start thinking about sprucing up your garden. With just a little effort, you can make your entire property bloom! Even if you think you don’t have a green thumb, try these quick and affordable gardening tips with easy ideas to suit every budget. Sitter cams are personal surveillance cameras that are either hidden or installed in plain sight to record a nanny or baby sitter’s activities on the job. Is it a useful tool or is it a relationship buster? Florence Ann Romano, The Windy City Nanny joins Cynthia Brian to discuss the issue and her children’s book, Nanny and Me, a sweet, educational story that helps families introduce a new caregiver to their home. Can you be diagnosed accurately with a virtual physician? What about virtual psychiatry? With secure video connections, expert help can be just a few clicks away. For children with depression, a virtual appointment could release the tension sooner.

When you need advice, do you know where to turn? Do you have mentors that can steer you in the right direction? There’s no one size fits all coach, so start creating a team of advisors that can be mutually beneficial. From strategy to growing pains, stay on topic and keep the questions to fifteen minutes or less. When it comes to exercising, many people believe if they don’t hit the gym they are failing. The reality is that all physical movement counts. Whether it is a walk around the block, carrying groceries, or dancing the samba, every little bit will improve health. Explore alternative ways to get moving with Cynthia Brian. Bobby McFerrin sang, “Don’t worry. Be happy!” The pursuit of happiness is being scientifically studied with fascinating results. Research indicates that 50% of our happiness is determined by genetics, 10% by our circumstances, and 40% by our personal choices. We can choose to be happy and being generous and grateful are ways to be happier.

Have you ever received an email from a stranger with information that you felt compelled to share? Hear real world lessons imparted in an email with strategies that are not taught in school. Resilient people are happier people and less likely to develop PTSD, depression, and anxiety, Being able to bounce back after an injury, surgery, or difficult challenge is the realm of optimists. When life is cruel, find out how you can learn this skill from coach Cynthia Brian. Mustard greens are known for their peppery flavor when raw and milder taste when cooked. Fields of yellow mustard blanket vineyards and orchards providing a cover crop. The plant’s seeds are what goes into the “grep poupon”. The leaves have the same amount of fiber and iron as kale. Discover what other superfoods you can be growing in the winter. http;//www.cynthiaBrian.com

A practice is a combination of an intention, an aspiration, and an action. Grounded in the depth and simplicity of his experience of leading a Zen monastery kitchen, Marc Lesser unpacks the richness of mindfulness in his book, Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader. With success stories, exercises, experiments, and activities, we’ll be able to implement the seven practices into our daily lives. An exploding community of people are increasing their finances by frugal living as they save and invest with the goal of early retirement. This movement is called F.I.R.E. which stands for “financial independence, retire early.” Money is connected to the quality of life. Are you ready to fuel your fire? As gardeners, we know we need to be careful what we plant now because it will determine what we will reap tomorrow. Your garden needs to be a reflection of you. Buy healthy seeds, plants, and trees and trees from reputable retailers. Like everything in life, you will reap what you sow!

If you have dieted forever and yet keep losing then regaining weight, maybe it is time to look at food as your best friend. Start enjoying what you eat and stop depriving yourself. Intuitive eating is not a new fad, but it is a way of bringing more joy into your life while being in charge of the body you were born with. Cupid shoots his bow on February 14th as we celebrate the day of love. Who was Cupid and why do we associate him with love? Find out Valentine trivia and interesting lore when Heather Brittany and Cynthia Brian raise a toast or two for Valentine’s Day. Who is your special arrow aiming for?

If you have a passion for roses, tune in for a guide to planting and caring for roses with Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian. Get ready to smell the roses. “Becoming a Godly mother is the most important journey you will ever take”, writes Ellen Mongan, who has walked down the road of motherhood for over four decades. This journey birthed her ministry. Ellen is a woman of wisdom, teaching the younger generation how to navigate their own unique path of motherhood. Her book, Wow Mom is a bible study originating from her experience in raising her family. She also wrote the chapter, The Gift of Wings, in the book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. Virtual Reality or VR is a technology that has been promised for decades and has finally arrived for regular consumers. Is it still a parlor game, Hollywood entertainment, or will its main purpose be used for health and wellness?

Do you want to feel stronger, healthier, and more vital? Founder and Director of Health at Your Fingertips, Deborah Myers, is passionate about empowering others to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Deborah helps audiences reduce stress, relieve pain, and begin healing through the use of energy balancing techniques of acupressure and Jin Shin Jyutsu. Deborah will share her techniques for boosting energy, creativity, and productivity and introduce her animated video, the Daily Clean Your House Flow. www.deborahmyerswellness.com Is your young teen moody and emotional? Hormonal changes peak in early adolescence. Parents can help by focusing on what matters most to teens. It’s important to be aware of the signs of serious issues. Learn a few strategies to modulate the mood. Do you find the marvelous in nature? Why do you garden? In Growing with the Goddess Gardener, discover how a warm summer resides within our souls even in the depths of a frozen winter. www.cynthiabrian.com/books

Sears, the 125-year-old department store that represented value to Middle America has filed for bankruptcy. Its demise is a sad reflection on what’s happening in the retail world. Cynthia Brian reflects on what Sears meant to her as a child. The impact of over-scheduling your child can have dire effects on development. While extracurricular activities offer enrichment and a healthy alternative to video games, kids need idle time to just be imaginative. Avoid the over-scheduling trap with a few ideas from Cynthia Brian. Do you ever feel like quitting when things start to get tough? Don’t! Stick to the fight when you’re hardest hit. It’s when things seem worst that you must not quit. Cynthia Brian’s reads the chapters on Longevity and Nature from her newest book, Be the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Gifts of Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. Learn tips to live to a ripe old age while helping the planet survive. www.cynthiabrian.com/books

Studies have shown that the benefits of spending time outdoors are huge. You’ll relax, get physical exercise, improve your mental health, and interact with other nature lovers as you breathe in fresh air. Cynthia Brian gives you a prescription for wellness by nudging you outside. Are you one of those people whose glass is always half empty? Do you look at the bad things more than the good? It’s time to start appreciating your blessings and incorporate gratitude into your daily life. The perks are big and we’ll help you attain them. Read Be the Star You Are! books for more info on bringing gratitude into your life. http://www.CynthiaBrian.com/online-store Did you know that poinsettias grow into trees? Cynthia Brian hikes through the rainforests, parks, and waterways reporting on the flora and fauna of this island that Christopher Columbus exclaimed was “the most beautiful land that human eyes had ever seen.”

Do you know how to turn your dreams and goals into reality? It’s time to clean the cerebral clutter and tap into a mindful way of being. Cynthia Brian will bring you strategies by top successperts and help you recall your roots. Between segments, Cynthia Brian introduces the American debut of English Popstar, Lydia Singer’s newest release, Never Said! Get ready to fall in love. with this teen’s voice. www.lydiasinger.com Anxiety threatens our peace of mind spontaneity, enjoyment, and health. It can interfere with relationships and work experiences. Learn to manage and overcome anxiety by taking charge of the situation and developing a relaxation response. You will always succeed when you tell the truth. You’ll earn a reputation as someone who can be trusted. Get tips from the chapter, The Gift of Honesty from Cynthia Brian’s book, Be the Star You Are! 99 Gifts for Living, Loving, Laughing, and Learning to Make a Difference available at www.cynthiabrian.com/online-store

The years seem to fly by and here we are with another one at our doorstep. Cynthia Brian offers quips and tips from several of her favorite sources to bring you a year filled with joy and fulfillment of your dreams, goals, and desires. Margaret Winslow met midlife aging not head-on, but ass-on, fulfilling a childhood curiosity about donkeys by answering a for-sale ad for a “Large White Saddle Donkey” in the American Donkey and Mule Society’s magazine, The Brayer. Her midlife decision to adopt Caleb, a 700-pound white Andalusian donkey, upended her life — and her understanding of herself. Her book is Smart Ass. In 2019 we shift our focus from ME to SHE, as in Mother Nature. The report examines the intrinsic connection we have with nature and how we are banding together to save the planet. We will begin to develop a healthier relationship with technology, get outside and back in touch with our roots. Cynthia Brian shares the trends for 2019 by the Garden Media Group.

When you hear the word “Cuba”, what do you think? Bay of Pigs, Fidel Castro, Revolution, Cigars, Mafia, Christopher Columbus, pirates? Cynthia Brian has just returned from this largest island in the Caribbean on a Support the Cuban People cultural experience and found a rich culture steeped in history with European, African, and Asian influences. From UNESCO World Heritage sites to celebrating Cuban music, Cynthia and her new friend from the Cuba adventure, Paul Devaney, bring you along as they reminisce about participating in the daily life of the charming people, enjoying delicious dishes, breathtaking flora, and crystal aqua seas. Want to learn a few simple tricks to keep your brain healthier? If even one of the tips resonates with you, your brain will benefit and so will your overall wellness. Freshen the air in your home with a calming aroma. Cynthia Brian explains how to make potpourri, homemade incense, and other fragrant packages with flowers and herbs from your garden.

Most Americans love their grass and we’re talking the variety that is called lawns. If you want to know how to seed, re-seed, and grow a lush, luxurious lawn, Cynthia Brian will offer the tips for success. By now you have heard of the million-dollar disparity in wages for two stars reshooting some scenes for a major film. The male received $1.5 million while the Oscar nominated female received a per diem of approximately $80 per day. The time is now for equal pay for equal work. Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany debate the freedom and peace that comes when both sexes are treated with dignity and equality.

How do you define success for yourself? Do you keep that purpose and definition of success in mind as you make life and career decisions? Are you taking actions that will help you become the star you want to be and are capable of becoming? Dr. Bud Bilanich contributed the Gift of Clarity to the third book in the Be the Star You Are! series, e the Star You Are! Millennials to Boomers Celebrating Positive Voices in a Changing Digital World. As a leadership consultant and best selling author, he knows how to help us have clarity and determination to succeed. In a turbulent world do you worry about the safety of your family in your own neighborhood? Home security systems are now affordable and easy to install. Find out how you can have peace of mind for less than a dollar a day. In the rush of the holiday season, it is soothing to find the hush in the garden. Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian finds relaxation and beauty in nature and helps cultivate tranquility through the turmoil.

We’re all animals who are interdependent on each other. When we work to protect wildlife, we are fighting for the protection of the environments in which they live. Journalist and author of Resucing Ladybugs, Jennifer Skiff talks with Cynthia Brian about her book showcasing people who have shown extraordinary compassion for other animals. What’s the difference between moths and butterflies in evolutionary terms? The answer could be night and day, literally! Can you picture a perfect stream? Do you know that beavers are the most crucial ingredient of a healthy watershed? Ecosystem engineers are magical creatures. The air is cooler, trees have dropped their leaves, and the smells of pumpkin pie and cinnamon delight our senses. Autumn is a time for gratitude for the bounty of the season. Thanksgiving is celebrated once a year as a holiday, but we can learn to be appreciative of the small gifts in our daily lives.

The world of Feng Shui is fascinating and rich., unlike the Westernized versions, traditional systems are personal, precise, and powerful. Denise Liotta Dennis is a Feng Shui master with six published books. She’ll discuss her newest book, Hollywood’s Fatal Feng Shui, An In-Depth Examination of 10 Celebrity Homes with a Tragic History. This is the first book to do a critical assessment of the tragic homes of Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, O.J. Simpson, Nicole Brown Simpson, Phil Hartman, Anna Nicole Smith, Sharon Tate, Phil Spector, Lyle and Erik Menendez, and Brittany Murphy using Feng Shui. These celebrities’ homes attracted illicit affairs, drug abuse, lawsuits, murder, sexual scandals, greed, bankruptcy, cult-driven murders, loss of reputation, and fatal illness. If you face the day with gratitude, science indicates that you’ll be happier, healthier, and enjoy better relationships at home, work, and play. Cynthia Brian will help you cultivate gratitude through nature.