The Hero Within Karen Hall
Welcome to The Hero Within Podcast!™ I'm your host, Karen Hall. I’ve always been a truth seeker and over forty years ago, I began a deeply spiritual quest to understand myself and others. With the challenges of my early life and ongoing adversity, I hungered to understand myself and others. I found my calling in helping entrepreneurs and others learn incorporate these life lessons and envision their dreams as a reality. If you ask anyone what they want, ultimately, we all want to be happier, seeking a life filled with love and meaning. Understanding our emotional selves marks the first step toward that achievement. This podcast is for anyone seeking to deepen their connections and improve their life by understanding and dealing with their own emotions both professionally and personally.In each podcast episode, expect a blend of inspiring guest interviews and personal reflections. We explore true stories of unsung heroes who navigate life’s trials and setbacks with resilience and grace, revealing how deep connections and understanding can emerge from adversity. We dive deep to discuss practical ways to use empathy to build relationships of trust, enhancing both professional and personal interactions. Through these conversations, we delve into spiritual insights and the miraculous moments of compassion to find hope and healing to return to love.™This podcast is created for those who celebrate the transformative impact of love and empathy. It's for anyone eager to strengthen their emotional connections, seeking spiritual growth, and peace amid the chaos. We focus on empowering you to lead with integrity, enrich family ties, and inspire a spirit of resilience.Meet Karen Hall: A woman of faith and an internationally recognized speaker and emotional intelligence expert, known for her talks on The Empathy Advantage™. I serve as Trainer, Co-Producer of Events, and Managing Director of the Women's and Spanish Journals for The Los Angeles Tribune. Trained by Marianne Williamson as a spiritual life coach, I have dedicated over four decades to coaching leaders on integrating spirituality to regulate their nervous system and build resilience. An international bestselling author and host of The Hero Within Podcast™, which ranks in the top 3% globally, I am passionate about helping entrepreneurs overcome fears and limiting beliefs to build trust in relationships. Married for 39 years to my supportive husband, Joshua, we have four successful children and five wonderful grandchildren. My life mission is to inspire and help others recognize their God-given gifts and fulfill their divine calling.Subscribe, follow, and engage with us to not miss an episode:Listen to hope and inspiration on our Podcast Page: https://podnews.net/podcast/ia7z1 Follow on Instagram to be uplifted : @theherowithinpodcast Discuss resilience and hope on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.o.hall/Watch faith filled clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@karenhall8873/podcastsConnect professionally about emotional intelligence and entrepreneurship on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-hall-749369130/Tweet with us about empathy: @TheHeroWithin23 Check out Karen's website: https://www.karenhallcoaching.com Join me on The Hero Within Podcast™, and where we share inspiring true stories to strengthen you and your faith as you go through your individual difficulties. I’m wishing you lots of love on your own hero’s journey!
Episodes
In this episode of The Hero Within Podcast, host Karen Hall interviews Lisa Urbanski, a holistic wellness advocate from Manitoba, Canada. Lisa shares her profound story of overcoming opioid addiction and embracing her highly sensitive and empathic nature. Struggling with these traits from a young age, Lisa turned to substances to cope, which led to a severe addiction. At the age of 30, she decided to turn her life around, utilizing...
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The Hero Within podcast, Karen Hall sits down with Skylar Sorkin, the founder and host of the Regardless podcast. Skylar shares her personal journey of resilience, grief and growth, highlighting how the word “regardless” became a transformative mindset during pivotal moments in her life.
From navigating early career challenges to dealing with personal grief and the California wildfires, Sky...
Join host Karen Hall in this heartfelt episode of The Hero Within Podcast as she sits down with David Meltzer, a successful serial entrepreneur who married his dream girl, had 3 loving children yet hit rock bottom.
David shares his emotional journey of overcoming life's adversities, the pivotal role his wife played in his transformation, and his healing journey to learn to release his hate for his father, his mother and others, inc...
What happens when you step onto a stage with your heart pounding and your mind going blank? In this heartfelt episode, host Karen Hall vulnerably recounts her deeply personal behind-the-scenes emotional journey of facing her fears and overcoming her public speaking anxiety to deliver an impactful speech at SPEAK Faith event in NY. Joining her is the empathetic and insightful Barbie Ray, who witnessed Karen’s journey f...
In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Hero Within Podcast, host Karen Hall sits down with bestselling author Dan Armstrong for a heartfelt conversation about surviving bullying, overcoming adversity, the power of gratitude, and the profound impact of a mother's love.
Dan shares his remarkable journey from a child struggling with a speech impediment from his cleft palate and facing relentless bullying to becomin...
What happens when ambition meets unwavering support and strategic brilliance? Visionary entrepreneur Aaron Young learned valuable lessons from his hardworking parents. From a young enterpriser at 18, driven by financial desperation, to becoming a leader who has guided over 100,000 entrepreneurs and in his successful firm, Laughlin USA, Aaron's strategic vision and business acumen have transformed his multiple ventures...
In Part 2, Symone Fairchild and I unpack the transformational power of overcoming with divine support. Symone founded Eye on DV, and is creating a sanctuary for those battered by abuse, proving that even in the clutches of darkness, faith can be the beacon leading to empowerment and renewal. Be sure to hear Part 1.
Symone is an actress with a deep-rooted connection to God, who guides her and enables her every step of...
Have you ever wondered how someone can transform the deepest pain into their greatest strength? Simone Fairchild, a survivor turned advocate and force for good, shares how she has transformed her pain into purpose, with me, Karen Hall, the host of The Hero Within Podcast.
In part 1 of 2, she describes her extraordinary story of overcoming domestic abuse and empowering others to reclaim their life. Symone's candor abo...
In today's episode, we delve into how Austrian psychotherapist Viktor Frankl, a Holocaust survivor, and Jose Pereira, a former hostage in Venezuela, found meaning in deplorable conditions and circumstances.
Frankl's philosophy emphasized finding meaning through creative pursuits, service to others, contradictory experiences, decisions, spiritual connection, and perceived meaningless tasks.
Similarly, Pereira found way...
Imagine being on the brink of an ordinary business trip, only for it to spiral into a tale of survival against all odds. This episode brings to light the arresting narrative of Jose Angel Pereira Ruimwyk, a Citgo oil and gas executive in the US, whose life was changed forever when he was falsely imprisoned in Venezuela on espionage charges. Jose describes the eerie forewarning that presaged his ordeal, and the subseq...
Discover a tapestry of human experience as we share intimate conversations with Mary Taylor, the resilient president of Pro-Life Utah, on this episode of our podcast. Her personal odyssey from a pro-choice perspective to a staunch pro-life advocate following her own abortion, reveals the intricate complexities of unexpected pregnancy and the healing journey that ensues. Mary bravely opens up about the emotional turmoi...
Reflecting on a year of profound narratives, I, Karen Hall, invite you to join in our celebration of the Hero Within podcast's first anniversary. We revisit Rusty Labushagne's journey of wrongful imprisonment and his extraordinary path to forgiveness, showcasing the indomitable strength of faith. It's a moment to acknowledge the inspirational tales that have woven themselves into the tapestry of our lives, as I share ...
Have you ever looked at a candy cane and seen more than just a sweet treat? Join me, Karen Hall, in our special Christmas minisode as we unwrap the hidden depths of holiday symbols that enrich the festive season with sacred meaning. As a mother, I've found these emblems to be a powerful way to teach my children about the love and light of the Savior, and I'm excited to share these stories with you. We're journeying be...
Ever found yourself grappling with the commercialization of Christmas, struggling to keep Christ at the heart of your celebrations? In our latest episode, we explore this challenge with an inspiring conversation with Kathryn McAdam, the host of Unstoppable Joy. We delve into some practical tips for maintaining a Christ-centered focus during the holiday season - from breaking free from the pursuit of holiday perfection...
Are you ready for a life-altering journey towards positivity? Join us in this powerful episode as we unravel the transformative power of gratitude. Tune in, sit back and prepare to reshape your understanding of your brain’s circuitry through the lens of gratitude. We tap into fascinating research that demonstrates how gratitude practices not only shift our focus from negative to positive but also lead to physiological...
Ever wondered how to unlock the transformative power of gratitude? I'm Karen Hall, and I invite you to join me for an enlightening episode of the Hero Within podcast. As we gear up for Thanksgiving, we reflect on the term 'gratitude' and its profound impact on both our physical and mental health. We discuss enlightening studies conducted by the University of California Davis and the University of Pennsylvania, reveali...
Have you ever wondered how faith can provide strength during the darkest times? Join me, your host Karen Hall, as I sit down with Dirk and Sharla Gardner in a deeply moving episode. This courageous couple opens up about their heart-wrenching journey - from their son's cancer diagnosis, through his treatment, grappling with unanswered prayers, and learning to accept the Lord's will. Their story is a beacon of hope, res...
What if you suddenly lost your job of 17 years, and your child was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer, all without the safety net of medical insurance? I invite you to join me as I sit down with Dirk and Sharla Gardner, a couple who faced these horrific trials head on. Their story unfolds, filled with suspense, hardship, and unexpected blessings. Dirk and Sharla reveal the power of love and faith as they navigate th...
Feeling the weight of the world's tragedies? You're not alone. In the latest episode of Hero Within, I, your host Karen Hall, share my own struggles with grief and the overwhelming feelings that come with bearing witness to the hardship pervading the world. We dive into the importance of acknowledging pain instead of rushing to find a quick fix, and discuss the power of self-validation and grace in navigating these tr...
Have you ever wondered how faith, hope, and love can guide us through the darkest chapters of our lives? In this thought-provoking episode, we will journey through the harsh realities of mental health struggles as we commemorate World Mental Health Day. We will discuss the power of taking action in times of despair, inspired by the profound words of poet Donna Ashworth. Join me as I sit with Lark Dean Galli, a courage...
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