Mark shares his powerful journey from being a bullied child to becoming a mental health advocate fighting to end school violence in America. In this eye-opening conversation, discover why he believes switching the conversation from guns to mental health is the key to stopping school shootings.

🎯 In this episode, you'll learn:

How bullying creates a mental health crisis in children

Why Mark believes emotional intelligence should be taught in schools

The connection between bullying and the school shooting epidemic

Practical advice for bullied children to love themselves and thrive

How parents and schools can work together to address this crisis

Mark's film "In Plain Sight" tackles the root causes of school violence and offers solutions for change. His Ted X talk explains the critical link between bullying and mental health that we can no longer ignore.

🌟 Featured Topics:

Bullying prevention strategies for schools and families

Mental health awareness for children and teens

Emotional intelligence education

How manifestation and self-love can transform lives

The school shooting crisis in America

Generational trauma and breaking the cycle

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Join Ellie on Storytime with Ellie as she welcomes Hilda, a remarkable woman who moved from South Africa to the USA in 2018. In this enlightening conversation, Hilda shares her journey of rediscovering herself after 50 and launching "Her Second Stage" podcast.

Discover powerful insights on:

Embracing feminine energy in a masculine-dominated world

Healing emotional wounds and ancestral trauma

Building sisterhood communities for women in their second stage of life

Creating balance between career success and personal fulfillment

Preparing for 30+ extra years of vibrant, healthy living

Hilda explains how our bodies communicate through symptoms and why healing past traumas is essential for thriving in your 50s and beyond. Learn practical ways to reconnect with your feminine essence through sensory awareness and community connection.

This episode is perfect for women navigating major life transitions, empty nesters reclaiming their identity, and anyone interested in energy healing and feminine empowerment.

Find Hilda's podcast "Her Second Stage" on all major platforms and visit hersecondstage.com for more resources.

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In this captivating episode of Storytime with Ellie, we're joined by Tess, a remarkable entrepreneur who arrived in the USA from Sweden in 1993 and has built multiple successful businesses while breaking taboos around women's sexual wellness.

Tess shares her fascinating journey from working as a nanny in Orlando to navigating careers in hospitality, property management, and eventually discovering her passion for women's sexual health and wellness. With 18 years of experience in the industry, she discusses how American attitudes toward female sexuality have evolved since she first began, and how "50 Shades of Grey" created a revolution in how women discuss desire.

This conversation explores:

How a chance encounter at the beach completely changed Tess's career trajectory

The challenges of discussing sexual wellness in the South compared to other regions

Why women over 50 need more education and support around menopause and sexuality

Practical advice for couples looking to reignite intimacy

Tess's new venture "Vibing with Tess" that combines sexual wellness with spiritual practices

Her upcoming women's retreats focused on spiritual healing and feminine empowerment

Tess also shares invaluable wisdom for female entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of perseverance through rejection and finding your supportive tribe.

Whether you're interested in women's health, entrepreneurship, or personal transformation, this episode offers candid insights from someone who has built a career helping women embrace their authentic selves.

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