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Fearless Fabulous You! This Super Model’s Career Is Blooming in a New Direction

On April 23, 2016 / Inspiring Women

One of the world’s top models, Frederique van der Wal has had a career that bloomed brilliantly in the world of beauty and fashion. Today, it’s blooming in an exciting new direction through her floral lifestyle company Frederique’s Choice. Flowers have always been a source of inspiration for this Dutch born beauty. In fact, when a flower in Holland was named after her- the Frederique’s Choice Lily – she became curious to learn more about the journey flowers take from bulb to vase. She conceived a television program with the Discovery Channel to follow the floral journey, visiting farms, greenhouses and flower auctions around the world. Today, Frederique’s Choice is a successful

She Makes Soup with Soul- Elina Fuhrman- Fearless Fabulous Women

On March 4, 2016 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Inspiring Women

The healing power of soup can never be underestimated. A warm bowl of chicken soup will ease a cold. A mug of nourishing bone broth may be the only thing a cancer patient in treatment can tolerate. A cup of tomato soup with a toasty sandwich brings back happy childhood memories. A simmering pot of vegetable soup laced with herbs and spices warms a kitchen and a few hearts around the table. And that’s just the warm soup! Then there’s the zing of a tangy gazpacho on a summer afternoon, the silkiness of chilled Spring pea soup and my memories watching my soup loving father’s

This Diamond Is Priceless. She Shares Her Sparkle To Make a Difference

On January 30, 2016 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Inspiring Women

Some women want diamonds. But this Diamond shares her sparkle to help women….and animals…and veterans. This Diamond shares her brilliant energy from a life driven by purpose and commitment to making a difference. She’s beautiful, bright and funny. I am proud to call her my friend, When I first met Wendy Diamond in the mid 1990s we connected instantly. I was running my eponymous public relations firm, and she was launching a cookbook entitled “A Musical Feast.” This brunette bundle of energy with the blue-green magnetic eyes had managed to secure recipes from everyone who mattered in the music business, from Aerosmith to Madonna

Fearless Fabulous Women: This Single Mom’s Nutrition Curricula Helps Families Nationwide

On January 11, 2016 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Inspiring Women

I’ve known Lynn Fredericks for years and have admired her work to promote a nutrition and healthy eating curricula in schools through her nonprofit Family Cook Productions. A fellow member of Les Dames d’Escoffier, Lynn left the PR world in 1995 to pursue her calling to make more family time cooking time. The decision came at a time when Lynn was going through a divorce, and cooking with her two young sons was her recipe to reduce tension and bind the small family together. Lynn is an example of turning an adversity into opportunity. Family Cook Productions has grown into a national program reaching 200,000 parents and

Why Supporting Women Matters- A Visit with Wendy Diamond -Dec 21 on Fearless Fabulous You!

On December 18, 2015 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Inspiring Women, Making Things Happen

When I first met Wendy Diamond in the mid 1990s we connected instantly. I was running my eponymous public relations firm, and she was launching a cookbook entitled “A Musical Feast.” This brunette bundle of energy with the blue-green magnetic eyes had managed to secure recipes from everyone who mattered in the music business, from Aerosmith to Madonna to Mick Jagger, for her book whose sales raised money for charity. The next time I saw Wendy she was in People Magazine with Hootie and the Blowfish (recipe contributors) and embarking on a multi city book promotion. A second cookbook with recipes from

She Danced Her Way Back To Finding Her Joy- Fearless Fabulous You! Dec 14

On December 11, 2015 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Inspiring Women

Last week’s show focused on managing holiday stress, whether it is yours, a family member’s or your dog’s. If you missed this episode you can tune into iHeart.com podcast to listen to my podcast with Transformational Coach Jennifer Grace and Camp Bow Wow animal trainer, Laura Roach. This week’s Fearless Fabulous show topic is Joy: How do you define it; how can you capture it; how to recover it and how to share it with others. My definition of “joy” and your definition may be different. But everyone can agree that you can never have enough of it in your life! Patrice

Feeding New York City’s Elderly Citizens

On November 6, 2015 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Inspiring Women, Life As We Know It, Making Things Happen

Usually when we think of malnutrition our thoughts drift to impoverished areas of the United States or overseas to Third World countries. Rarely do we think about New York City much less a neighbor in your building. But the reality is New York City is home to nearly 1.3 million senior citizens age 60 years and older. Many of them are hungry…for food and for companionship. The same goes for other cities, not just New York. It could be your elderly neighbor down the street who has mobility issues or weakened memory for whom cooking is difficult and eating is

Living with Multiple Sclerosis, This Mom Shares Her Raw Energy To Stay Nourished & Strong

On August 21, 2015 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Inspiring Women, Nutrition and Diet

Imagine being diagnosed with a life threatening illness. “How can I gain control of my life and manage my health?” you ask. It’s happened to me and to many friends and colleagues. And it happened to my guest August 24th on Fearless Fabulous You! Shari Leidich was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2004. MS affects approximately 2.3 million people worldwide. MS is an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. At this time the cause is still unknown, and there is no cure. Research is being done in many areas including genetics, immunology, hormonal and environmental risks. According to the National Multiple

This Young Mom Kicked Cancer in the (Gr)ass Going Green and Clean

On July 24, 2015 / Breast Cancer, Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Inspiring Women, Nutrition and Diet

Walking the aisles of the Specialty Food Association’s Summer Fancy Food Show this year I was on the prowl to find healthy and delicious foods made by people with an inspiring story and mission. I found it in Shauna Martin, Founder of Daily Greens™. Shauna is a breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed on July 28, 2004, at the age of 33, the date of her son’s birthday. Just three weeks later her younger sister, Tamara, was also diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 31. Two sisters are diagnosed at an early age with breast cancer with no

How To Eat Like a Greek Goddess

On July 10, 2015 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Inspiring Women, Nutrition and Diet

The Greek economy may be in turmoil, but the Greek diet is healthier than ever. International renowned Chef Maria Loi joins me July 13, 4pm EST on Fearless Fabulous You! to discuss her 12 Pillars to eating healthy using fundamental and simple recipes that are fresh and flavorful from her book The Greek Diet. The Greek Diet by Chef Maria Loi and veteran health journalist Sarah Toland offers a path to healthy eating that is not only sustainable but also completely satisfying and enjoyable. A few things I love about Maria’s approach: Yes, you can, enjoy good coffee and wine, both in moderation, and everything

Fearless Fabulous You! How Homeopathy Can Help You

On June 28, 2015 / Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Healthy Living, Inspiring Women

I’ve been curious about alternative and complementary medicines after researching my books and studying integrative nutrition. One that fascinates me is homeopathy, a system of natural medicine dating back over 200 years. It is very common in Europe where its originator, Samuel Hahnemann, created the word “homeopathy” from the Greek words for ‘similar suffering’ referring to the ‘like cures like’ principle of healing.” Ref: http://www.homeopathyschool.com/. Benefits can alleviate side effects from traditional Western medicine, strengthen your immune system, help healing and reduce pain, among other conditions. You probably have seen all sorts of homeopathic essences, gels, creams and pellets at your local health foods store. But do

Fearless Fabulous You: Cancer Community Activist Mailet Lopez

On June 26, 2015 / Breast Cancer, Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show, Inspiring Women, Life As We Know It, Making Things Happen

Every cancer survivor I speak with remembers their “cancer-versary.” It’s the date you were diagnosed. And every cancer survivor will tell you hearing the news is gut wrenching. Your head spins; your heart skips a beat, and many people, including myself, go numb or break down in tears. Imagine being a beautiful young woman whose life is filled with promise hearing this news. Maybe you are newly married or a new mother. Maybe you are a fun loving single gal who looks forward to finding that someone special. The future and its possibilities seem limitless. Then cancer pays an unwelcome visit