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What’s Your Story?

By Judi Moreo

I recently had the chance to interview my long-time friend, Aimmee Kodachian, a two-time Global Award winner, on my television show “What’s Your Story?” airing on the WWDBTV channel on Roku. Having been fortunate enough to work with Aimmee on various ventures, I’ve had the opportunity to see how she serves as a source of inspiration to others and her story exerts a deep impact on all who read or hear it.  That’s why I felt it imperative to interview her on my show and to share the message from that interview with you.

Alongside Aimmee, I also spoke with the immensely talented rising star Stephanie Thompson—a classically trained singer-songwriter and vocal coach—and Rey Fernandez, a composer for film, TV, games, and songs.

Aimmee Kodachian wasn’t just recognized with the Global Award once but twice, a testament to her incredible work. She is the publisher of Empowering Humanity Magazine™ and wears many hats: Aimmee is the author of “Tears of Hope,” her incredible life-changing story. She is also a keynote speaker, TV show host, and producer. In fact, she produced my first show 15 years ago.   Beyond these roles, she’s developed a dynamic online platform, EmpoweringHumanityTV.com, dedicated to providing people around the world with inspiration, education, and transformative life programs.

Aimmee’s resilience can be traced back to her tumultuous childhood. She grew up amid the horrors of the Civil War in Lebanon. As a child, Aimmee struggled with severe dyslexia, leading her to be held back in school year after year. Additionally, she bore the scars of sexual abuse from the tender age of seven. Yet, in the midst of these challenges, she held onto her dreams and aspirations.

One fateful day, while discussing their futures in the living room, 12-year-old Aimmee and her 20-year-old brother, Robert, were full of hope and making plans for Aimmee’s future.

However, unexpectedly, tragedy struck their home as Aimmee went to grab Robert’s tea from the kitchen. Just two steps in, a bomb hurtled through the window, taking her brother’s life right before her eyes.

In the midst of the chaos, her mother’s panicked screams pierced the air, intensifying the cacophony of terror. The acrid sting of smoke overwhelmed her senses, while the relentless impact of the bombs caused their apartment building to tremble. Aimmee watched in horror as her father frantically tried to prevent her mother from throwing herself out of the window.

That horrific day altered Aimmee’s life irrevocably. Her family lost everything and found themselves homeless. They had no choice but to send Aimmee and her six-year-old brother, Roger, to a boarding school in the mountains for their safety. As the war raged on, roads became impassable, trapping the siblings in the mountains for several months. Facing scant food and water supplies, no electricity, and the unbearable uncertainty of reuniting with their family. At the tender age of 12, Aimmee had to adopt the role of a maternal figure to her younger brother. She grappled with feelings of loneliness, neglect, and fear.

Yet, just as despair threatened to overwhelm her, a miraculous event occurred on the playground of the dilapidated boarding school. Aimmee felt enveloped by a radiant light, and in that profound moment, she experienced what she calls God’s gift—the “Miracle Light”—that has guided and shielded her throughout her life’s journey.

To read Judi’s insightful full article about ‘Tears of Hope Movement’, click on this link https://rb.gy/e6xbbu and get your FREE access to Empowering Humanity Magazine™ Now!

Mastering the Art of Professional Image

By Eliz Nestorov

Your professional image serves as a powerful reflection of your character and competence, influencing how you are perceived in various business scenarios. It is a multifaceted concept encompassing not only your outward appearance but also your behavior, communication, and the lasting impression you leave on others. In the blink of an eye, people form their initial judgments of you, making it essential to cultivate a positive and enduring image in all your endeavors.

1. Dress to Impress: Your Image Matters

In your pursuit of a professional image, be mindful of the significant role appearances play in creating first impressions and fostering ongoing interactions. Transition from casual attire to dressier options, such as dress shirts and closed-toe shoes. Pay attention to grooming and personal hygiene. Invest in business-appropriate attire, including suits, ties, dresses, and accessories. Your appearance should convey confidence, credibility, trustworthiness, and approachability.

2. Sharpen Your Social Skills

While your academic qualifications may have opened doors, your ability to interact gracefully with others will determine your success. In today’s relationship-focused, interconnected environment, social savvy is paramount. Whether you’re engaging with people in person, over the phone, or through digital channels, impeccable human interaction skills are indispensable. Mastering good manners, business etiquette, and effective communication – along with cultivating civility and charm – requires practice and ongoing commitment. These skills not only enhance your personal and professional effectiveness but also help you avoid behaviors that could be perceived as disrespectful or abrasive.

3. Find a Mentor

Ascending the professional ladder and navigating the intricacies of personal and professional relationships demand skills beyond your formal education. Consider seeking guidance from a mentor or a sponsor who can offer valuable insights. Identify potential mentors, both within and outside your workplace, and initiate respectful interviews. Prepare a list of questions and a proposed schedule, outlining how your mentor can aid in your career advancement. Ensure that the mentorship agreement is mutually beneficial and put the terms in writing. Regularly assess your progress and be open to finding a new mentor if necessary.

4. Build Your Personal Brand – Stand Out with Distinction

Your personal brand is your reputation and a pivotal component of your professional image. Think of it as the essence of who you are, reflecting your values, goals, strengths, weaknesses, and methods. Constructing a robust personal brand is an ongoing endeavor that hinges on authenticity, clarity, and consistency. Your personal brand should resonate with your unique attributes, such as intelligence, trustworthiness, passion, and inspiration. Ensure that these attributes are evident in your presence, performance, and communication, both in person and online. Seek feedback from peers, family, friends, and supervisors to refine your personal brand as your career evolves.

5. Grow and Nurture Your Network

To read Eliz’s impactful full article, click on this link https://rb.gy/e6xbbu and get your FREE access to Empowering Humanity Magazine™ Now!

Spotlight on Unsung Heroes: Dr. Reeta Kaul Thukral – A Pillar of Hope, Health, and Education

By Aimmee Kodachian

In a world where so many seek their interests and pursuits, there are rare individuals whose life mission revolves around the service of others. Dr. Reeta Kaul Thukral stands as a shining beacon in this realm. Her legacy, marked by dedication, compassion, and unyielding commitment, extends far beyond her medical profession. She is, undoubtedly, an unsung hero in the heart of our global community.

With over three and a half decades in the medical field, Dr. Thukral’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. As a board-certified internist and nephrologist, she has served in multiple corners of the world, from India to New Zealand and the United States. But beyond her clinical achievements and leadership roles, it is her philanthropic endeavors that genuinely set her apart.

In 2007, Dr. Thukral birthed a vision: The Global Charity Foundation (GCF). Founded in the U.S., this organization took form with a singular mission in mind – to provide healthcare and education to the at-risk and less privileged children and women in Las Vegas. It’s astonishing to see the ripple effects of such noble intentions. From the GCF’s Nevada Student Achievement Program, which annually tutors over 200 students, ensuring they are well-prepared for high school and beyond, to dual credit programs for high school students to start earning college credits and scholarships for college students at two local universities, UNLV and NSU. Dr. Thukral’s leadership and the dedicated teams have made a significant impact!

But her influence isn’t confined to the borders of the U.S. Reeta’s heart for the global community led her to establish the Man Mohini Kaul Charitable Medical Trust in India in 1998, further extending her outreach to children and women in multiple Indian cities.

To read my full article about the amazing Dr. Reeta Thukral, click on this link https://rb.gy/e6xbbu and get your FREE access to Empowering Humanity Magazine™ Now!

Conscious Deliberate Manifestation Series, Part 2 of 4, Secrets about Time & the Mind

By Tim Zimmerman

One of the additional mistakes that many, even coaches, make in regards to correct thinking, & speaking in creating affirmations for Conscious Deliberate Manifestation is in regards to time.

The only time for the subconscious and unconscious mind is NOW – the Here and Now. The past is an illusion because it refrains from happening right now in the Here and Now. The future is an illusion because it has refrained from happening in the Here and Now.

Before talking about correct and practical thinking, feeling (belief), speaking, and affirmations, we should really go into setting Goals and Objectives. Your goals and objectives should be positive, realistic, something you feel deeply about, and be the ideal situation put into written words – without any conflicting goals in all eight areas of your life – financial, family, professional, community, social & recreational, health, self-improvement, and spiritual.

The coaches who teach, “If your goal doesn’t scare you, it is not big enough,” are doing an injustice to their clients. One of the reasons you have refrained from attaining your goals already is because they are OUTSIDE your comfort zone and belief system.

Remember the SM3 Success Five Laws of Conscious Deliberate Manifestation: If you refrain from believing it, you are going to refrain from manifesting it and probably get frustrated, too. Then, that frustration leads to more negative thinking, manifesting as other negatives in your life. See the pattern?

To read Tim’s compelling full article, click on this link https://rb.gy/e6xbbu and get your FREE access to Empowering Humanity Magazine™ Now!

Unsheltered: Voices from the Street Rediscovering Humanity

By Aimmee Kodachian

In the tapestry of life, we occasionally encounter threads that shine with a rare brilliance. Dennis Pitocco is one such luminous thread—a visionary leader and the Founder of 360° Nation. In a world often driven by profit margins, Dennis chose a different path guided by an unwavering mission to rediscover humanity at its best. Over a decade ago, he embarked on this remarkable journey, and in doing so, he has woven a legacy defined by acts of goodness that extend far beyond personal gain.

At the core of 360° Nation, three distinct enterprises bear testament to Dennis’s resolute commitment:

• BizCatalyst 360° is an award-winning publishing platform that unites thousands of writers across six continents.
• 360 ° Nation Studios serves as the canvas for powerful, humanity-driven videos that come to life, further amplifying the mission.
• GoodWorks 360° is a consulting foundation dedicated to providing invaluable support, free of charge, to noble nonprofits worldwide.

My encounter with Dennis was unanticipated, an unexpected intersection of paths that inspired me profoundly. Engaging in a conversation with him, we found common ground in our shared mission—empowering humanity and rekindling the true essence of our shared existence. Even before his involvement in the transformative book project ‘Unsheltered: None of Us Are Home Until All of Us Are Home,’ co-authored with Peggy Willms, Dennis’s dedication to positive change was evident. This endeavor, devoted to illuminating the stories and struggles of the unsheltered population, provided a glimpse into his unwavering commitment to forging alternative paths to create a better world.

Dennis’s dedication to this cause is a guiding light, a testament to the boundless possibilities of positive change. As we embark on this journey through his life and work, his story promises to inspire and illuminate the path forward for humanity.

A: Please share a bit about your background and the journey that led you to rediscover humanity.

D: After spending decades in the international financial services sector, building and selling businesses, my wife Ali and I decided to leave the corporate world altogether to dedicate our time, talent, and treasure to rediscovering humanity. We do that through serving nonprofits from the grass-roots level all the way to the board of director level. We felt (borrowing from the words of Gandhi) that we could ‘in a gentle way, shake the world” for good. If we are serious in our quest to rediscover humanity at its best, we believe that our job is to “walk the talk” today and every day, doing our best to figure out what the world is trying to be – and then help the world be that, be better, and be even more. The world depends on everyone to show up and be present as best we can in our imperfect radiance. And we are blessed to have the opportunity to do so.

A: What inspired the creation of your latest “for good” humanity endeavor, the anthology book entitled “Unsheltered: Voices from the Street,” and what are your goals and aspirations for this project?

To read Dennis’s powerful and transformative insight and cause on ‘homelessness’ through an interview with Aimmee Kodachian, click on this link https://rb.gy/e6xbbu and get your FREE access to Empowering Humanity Magazine™ now!

Cybersecurity Breaches at MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment: Ocean’s 13-Style Digital Heist

By Mack Jackson, Jr.

In the fast-paced digital age, the security of sensitive data is paramount for every industry, and the recent cybersecurity incidents at MGM Resorts and Caesars Entertainment, both in Las Vegas, underscore this imperative. Both high-profile cases have served as a stark reminder that even well-prepared organizations can fall prey to cyberattacks, causing significant financial loss and jeopardizing customer trust.

The Incidents

On September 22, 2023, MGM Resorts concluded a 10-day computer system shutdown in a preemptive effort to secure its data following a cyberattack. While specific details have not been publicly disclosed, the ramifications are profound. Preliminary estimates suggest that the shutdown may have cost the MGM up to $8 million per day, totaling a staggering $80 million in cumulative losses.

Caesars Entertainment also came under a cyberattack on September 7. While its casino and online operations remained functional, the company needed help to assure the security of the personal information of tens of millions of its customers.

The Cost and the Vulnerability

The impacts of these attacks extend beyond monetary losses. For MGM Resorts, the cyberattack compromised several vital functions, including hotel reservations and credit card processing. Some resort services like dining and entertainment remained operational. Likewise, the disclosure from Caesars about the insecurity of customer data poses a potential PR crisis and long-term damage to brand trust.

In both instances, experts have noted the exposure of critical cybersecurity weaknesses, challenging the perception that casinos are invulnerable data fortresses.

To read Mack’s eye-opener full article, click on this link https://rb.gy/e6xbbu and get your FREE access to Empowering Humanity Magazine™ Now!

TRUST & HAVE FAITH… IT’S ALL DIVINE!

By Tracey Starr

It happened about eight years ago while doing my morning Mirror Time practice after having one of those soulful cries in the shower about how painfully hard life was at the moment… I suddenly had this AHA download that I just needed to trust and have faith… it is all Divine!

At the time my life was seemingly in shambles. I was a struggling single mom after going through the most insane divorce imaginable with my children being torn in two due to maternal alienation tactics that seemingly worked. I felt completely alone and lost. It turned out to be my Dark Night of the Soul that lasted for years.

Since then it’s sometimes been a hard pill to swallow when experiencing tough times but what I’ve discovered over the years is that when you lean into the magic of this reality you come to realize that this statement is the truth… when you trust and have faith you can see the Divinity in all things. The “good” and the “bad”. From the Oneness of Life, everything that happens is truly neutral, but it is our perception that makes you feel as if the experience is good or bad. At least in the moment. In time, you may see your “bad” experiences as “good” for they helped to shape who you are now.

The hardest pill to swallow though, at least for me, is the death of a loved one. There is nothing more difficult to move through, especially if the death is unexpected or the person is young. It is here that trust and faith come into play. Death is the end of suffering, no matter how the end came to be. Trust that none of us get out of this reality alive so we will all one day take our last breath. Trust that everything and everyone here is temporary, so whatever it is you are going through will change. Trust that this change will make you stronger and better prepared, and perhaps be a turning point in your life to move you into alignment to being the person you are here to be.

And faith… that whatever is happening is happening for the highest good of all concerned no matter the outcome. These are the life lessons you need to experience that moves you to action in ways that you would otherwise not have taken. When you have faith you can feel that all the seemingly senseless evil and war and suffering in our world are what give you contrast in this reality to know and appreciate the light and the good that also exists here. There’s something remarkable that happens when you have faith in the Universe or God or whatever label you choose to represent the connectedness and energy of Oneness.

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How Did the Unacceptable Become Acceptable?

By Joan S. Peck

Those of us who have experienced the 1950s and the somewhat naïve living portrayed on television with shows like “Father Knows Best,” “Leave It to Beaver,” and “The Donna Reed Show” are dismayed at how far we’ve departed from what they represented. For many, those shows highlighted the importance of loving and spending time with your family and reaffirming manners and etiquette.

Men held doors for women; we played and got along with the other kids in our neighborhood because they were our neighbors; we watched over older adults by carrying their groceries, mowing their lawns, and shoveling snow for them, and without any formality, a neighborhood watch existed because everyone watched out for everyone else at that time. If we did something we shouldn’t be doing, we reported it to our parents without them becoming defensive. Right was right, and wrong was wrong, unlike today.

Today, few seem to own up to the consequences of their own making. Our society lives in the shadows, where people do not live their highest good, where the unacceptable has become acceptable. We live in fear. If those in power don’t like what we have to say, we feel threatened with retaliation. Because of social media, anyone can say, do, and threaten another person or group without proper guidelines or consequences. Truth is often wholly misrepresented, and the unhappy, discontented folks grab onto the lies to ease their anger or sense of powerlessness or injustice.

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Children and Music: The Rich Rewards of Harmonious Growth

By Stephanie Thompson

Music is often considered the universal language of the soul. It resonates with feelings and emotions, traversing boundaries and bringing people together. Did you know that immersing children in the world of music, especially through playing instruments, carries with it a plethora of benefits?

Parents often ponder the merits of introducing their children to music. “Is there any tangible benefit to getting my child involved in music?” they ask. Drawing from personal experience, I can answer that with a resounding “Yes!” Singing from the tender age of three has imparted me with invaluable gifts. Beyond the personal anecdotes, research and observations point to several advantages:

• Develop Better Cognitive Skills: Studies have shown that children who learn music have an edge in understanding complex concepts, problem-solving, and even math and language. It’s not only about reading notes but deciphering the intricate patterns and structures within them.
• Create and Develop Friendships: Just as I cherished the bonds formed in the Children’s choir, countless children forge deep friendships with their peers in musical settings. It becomes a shared journey of discovery, where they learn, practice, and perform together.
• Develop Self-Esteem: There’s a unique kind of confidence that sprouts when you master a musical piece or when your notes flow seamlessly. For children, this translates into a boost in self-worth. Every applause and word of encouragement adds another layer to their self-esteem.
• Less Depression and Anxiety: Engaging in music acts as a therapeutic outlet. It offers an escape, a means to express, and, most importantly, a sense of accomplishment. These factors combined can significantly alleviate feelings of sadness or anxiety.
• Increases Social Skills: Interacting with fellow budding musicians, understanding group dynamics in an ensemble, or even patiently waiting for one’s turn during a recital all hone a child’s social skills.

Not everyone is destined or even aspires to tread the path of a professional musician, and that’s perfectly okay. As every song has its unique tune and every instrument its distinct voice, every individual’s musical journey is personal and deeply meaningful.

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The end is also the beginning.
By Pat West Turner

People said this to me as I was about to graduate high school, but they, nor I, fully understood how real that statement was. How could I have known that a few months before graduation, I would be in a car accident that changed my life forever? This was not a beginning I asked for and certainly not one I would wish on anyone else. But it is what it is! Accept it, learn to cope with it; deny it, or suffer because of it…the choice was up to me.

Two days before Christmas, returning home from Wenatchee, Washington, in a snowstorm, three friends and I encountered the backend of a snowplow. We all survived despite the lack of seatbelts. It was three months before I slept in my own bed again.

The injuries I sustained resulted from being tossed over the front seat and, in the process, my legs were trapped from my feet being under the seat. Before settling, curled up on the passenger floorboard, my left hip dislocated, and my right knee compound dislocated. Arriving at the hospital I was taken to surgery to reconnect the main artery in the back of my knee. Complications resulted from the hard cast that was applied the first night. Days later when the cast was taken off because of indescribable pain it was discovered because of swelling from the fresh injury as well as lack of circulation, the side of my calf had third-degree burns. More surgeries were required to remove the dying skin. During the thirteenth surgery, gangrene was discovered. The following morning my leg was amputated above the knee.

The time spent during endless days with no distractions like a TV or phone I could reach, or even being able to change the positioning of the head of my bed, I had hours to map out a new life. The first goal was to heal enough to get out of the hospital to receive my high school diploma.

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