Show Notes

Reverend Annie Bachelder's story unfolds from early influences in the Bay Area to a profound calling as a master Akashic channel. Her journey, shaped by personal healing and transformative teachings, now empowers clients to access their soul's wisdom. By merging experience, compassion, and spiritual insight, she helps people embrace their true selves.

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Key Takeaways

Main Takeaway:
Reverend Annie Bachelder shares her personal journey toward spiritual enlightenment, describing the importance of connecting with one's soul and trusting in spiritual guidance. The central idea is that everyone can access a deeper, more fulfilling path through openness and self-exploration.

Main Takeaway:
A major focus is on the Akashic Records—described as a soul-level plane where every thought, word, and deed is recorded—and the method of "channeling" to access direct soul wisdom. The takeaway is that learning to open and interpret one's Akashic Records allows individuals to receive guidance, heal, and better understand their life's purpose.

Main Takeaway:
Reverend Annie Bachelder discusses her experience of healing from Multiple Sclerosis, attributing her recovery to dietary changes, spiritual practices, and alternative healing. The main concept is that holistic self-help—combining body, mind, and spiritual practices—can facilitate personal health transformations, even with chronic conditions.

Main Takeaway:
The discussion includes ways these spiritual practices and Akashic readings can be applied to tangible issues, such as real estate (reading the "energy" of homes), relationships, or career decisions. The message is that spiritual tools aren't just abstract; they can offer practical, actionable support in everyday life.

Main Takeaway:
As a closing lesson, Reverend Annie Bachelder emphasizes approaching oneself with love, kindness, forgiveness, and acceptance. The overarching concept is that healing, growth, and fulfillment become possible when individuals release past burdens and choose compassion for themselves.

Do you want to get organized but struggle with making decisions on what to keep, toss or donate? You're in luck! In this episode I am joined by professional downsizer and organizer Heather Swain, and she shares her wealth of experience on where to start and what to do whether it's time to de-clutter, downsize, or help an elderly loved one transition to a more focused lifestyle.

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If you have ever had a conversation about digital marketing techniques, you've probably heard the term SEO tossed around. You might know that SEO is important and has something to do with search engines. In the simplest of terms, good SEO maximizes your visibility online. If you're new to the world of marketing it can be overwhelming trying to understand the in's and out's of how it all works. Thankfully there are people like today's guest, Lanny Udell, content writer, who helps clients connect with prospects by telling their unique brand stories in their own voice. Lanny can help understand the benefits of having a proper brand, and teaches people and small businesses alike how to get "seen" on the internet and social media.

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In this spicy episode, Karina Solomon, relationship and lifestyle makeover expert gets raw and honest about intimacy. The author of Sexy, Sassy & Starting Over, Karina inspires men and women to be their truest selves and delivers the keys to confidence from the bedroom to the boardroom. Get ready to take some notes because you won't want to miss the valuable insights Karina has to share!

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What does it mean to listen to your intuition, even when everything around you tells you to ignore it?

Lorna Smith grew up moving from place to place as the daughter of a Navy man, learning to keep the peace and hide who she truly was. She spent years making herself smaller to fit expectations at home and in marriage, until a moment came when she trusted her own knowing and changed her life. In this episode, you'll hear:

• The challenges of breaking free from old patterns and starting over
• Practical steps to reconnect with your true self every day
• Why age 65 can be the start, not the finish

Key Takeaways

1. Lorna's journey highlights the importance of listening to your intuition, even when it runs counter to social programming or external expectations. She describes moments in her life where she ignored her inner knowing and the personal cost of doing so, ultimately discovering that embracing intuition is the gateway to authentic living.

2. The conversation explores how childhood experiences and rigid family structures can deeply influence adult choices, self-worth, and relationships. Lorna reflects on her upbringing in a strict, male-dominated household and how those early lessons shaped her adult relationships and self-perception, underscoring the value of consciously unlearning limiting narratives.

3. Age is reframed as an opportunity for reinvention rather than a limitation. Lorna and Erin discuss how 65 is "just the beginning," emphasizing that it's never too late to change direction, pursue new passions, or start over in order to live more authentically.

4. Lorna candidly shares feelings of regret and sadness about the years lost to situations that didn't serve her, but points out the power of sitting with those emotions rather than avoiding them. By allowing herself to feel sadness and work through regret, she discovered greater resilience and self-acceptance, which helped her move forward.

5. Spirituality and intentional daily routines are central to Lorna's ongoing growth and fulfillment. She describes a morning routine centered around meditation, journaling, and inspirational reading, which she credits with helping her stay grounded, connected to herself, and intentional about how she shows up in the world.

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How do you make sense of Medicare when you've spent your life solving technical problems?

Bob Stern, a principal metrologist emeritus with a long career at Hewlett Packard and Keysight Technologies, had some clear decisions to make as he approached retirement.

In this episode:

• Hear what it's really like to transition from a lifetime on Kaiser to navigating Medicare on your own
• Learn how travel and lifestyle priorities can shape your healthcare choices
• Find out what Bob wishes every retiree would track as they approach Medicare

Key Takeaways

1. Bob highlights the importance of adaptability throughout his career, moving between divisions at HP (later Agilent and Keysight) and transitioning into retirement through programs that allowed phased, flexible work.

2. Making informed Medicare decisions can be daunting, even for highly intelligent professionals. Bob's experience shows that having an expert guide you through the process, such as attending seminars or consulting with knowledgeable agents, is invaluable for clarity and ultimately choosing the best coverage for your lifestyle and health needs.

3. Bob and his wife chose a Medigap plan for flexibility and nationwide coverage, versus being restricted to certain networks like Kaiser. The conceptual takeaway is that Medigap offers broader access and fewer copays, which becomes especially important for those who travel, want provider choice, or seek peace of mind about coverage across locations.

4. Prescription drug coverage is not a "set it and forget it" aspect of Medicare. Bob's story underlines the necessity of reviewing drug plans annually to adapt to changing medications and pricing. Proactive annual reviews can lead to significant savings and ensure that your coverage matches your current medical needs.

5. Retirement brings new financial considerations, especially related to healthcare costs and how income affects Medicare premiums. Bob emphasizes the value of tracking income, understanding how it impacts healthcare premiums, and planning withdrawals and charitable donations accordingly. Smart planning can help avoid unexpected costs and optimize your retirement finances.

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What does it look like when two people not only build businesses together, but also share decades of laughter and partnership?

Lois Smith never expected to own a winery or become a property manager, but life had other plans.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why Lois and her husband jumped headfirst into new ventures, even when they didn't have all the answers
• How they've balanced business, family, and a 45-year marriage
• Lois's approach to aging, staying connected, and living with humor

Key Takeaways

1. Lois's journey from working in banking and insurance to property management and then owning a winery exemplifies a willingness to take risks and try new things, even without prior experience. This adaptability and openness to new ventures have been central to her personal and professional growth.

2. Her 45-year marriage to Preston is highlighted as a source of joy and stability. Lois attributes their success to laughter, shared values, similar tastes, working through hard times together, and genuinely enjoying each other's company. The underlying message is that strong relationships are built on both fun and resilience.

3. Lois and Preston balance busy professional lives with active involvement in their community, extended family, and hobbies. Their secret lies in shared interests, mutual support, and finding common ground, even when working closely together. Community involvement and helping others are presented as key components of a fulfilling life.

4. Lois embraces aging with high energy, humor, and a refusal to become intolerant or set in her ways. She emphasizes the importance of staying open to new experiences, remaining accepting of others, and using humor to navigate life's changes. Her positive outlook on getting older is both practical and inspirational.

5. Lois's advice to her younger self, and to listeners, is to listen carefully to others, seek interesting people, and learn from every encounter. She stresses that doing kind deeds, even without recognition, enriches life. Her mother's wisdom ("Do something nice and kind today, but don't share it with anyone") reinforces the value of quiet generosity and genuine connection.

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