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How to Have
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TOP 10 ANIMAL HERO/ADVOCATE
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CTRL—ALT—DEL
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HUMANITARIAN BUILDER Are You Willing Or Unwilling to Give Your Full Self? MELISSA HULL
HOW TO SEE YOUR PAST AS AN ADVANTAGE Focus On the Positive Side of the Coin GITTE RANDRUP
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ON THE COVER Interview with
RODICA 10 ISABELLA SHALDAN
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Who is Rodica Isabella Shaldan?
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Black History Month the Legacy
AWARD WINNING PRODUCER, ACTRESS, HUMANITARIAN
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How to See Your Past as an Advantage
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About Buck of America the Movie
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6 Reasons Marketing and Sales Should Work Together
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Interview with Adam Templar, Cast member of Bucks of America
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Entrepreneurialship In Today’s Business Economy
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Interview with Carlen “Maca” Clark, cast member of Bucks of America
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How to Have Gratitude Everyday
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Are You Unwilling to Give Your Full Self?
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CNTRL-ALT-DEL (Control-AltDelete)
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Interview with the Top Influential Animal Advocate Susan Hargreaves
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From The Depth of Darkness
HEIDE DANGELO
MELISSA HULL
JULES LAVALLE Sponsored by
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Trust Your Creative Abilities DENISE MICHAELS
MERIDITH POWELL
LORI MCNEIL
CHRIS SALEM
MISTIE LAYNE
STEPHEN SMITH
H o w to Us e P ri v a t e S e c to r to Pro m o te So ci al C ha ng e ELISHA ISRAEL
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elcome back to Influential People Magazine! I am excited to announce this month’s exclusive interview with the inspirational Rodica Isabella Shaldan. Rodica is an award-winning Influential Producer, Actress, Model, and Humanitarian. Rodica, her fiancé Ron Whitaker, and Robert Gatewood are collaborating to produce the historical Bucks of America movie that is currently in production! This movie covers the true stories of Black Soldiers and other historical figures who fought for our freedom in the Revolutionary War, it covers the battles from the Boston Massacre to Bunker Hill. In this issue Rodica shares her intriguing story how she and her fiancé Ron started “Hope for the Homeless Humanitarian Project”, this amazing project helps homeless people receive access to food and the supplies they need to survive. February is a month to celebrate, honor, and recognize black history and culture. We must continue the fight for equality, justice, and recognition for all. This month supports and recognizes those who have fought and rose up against the face of adversity. We wanted to honor the memory of Chadwick Boseman. While Chadwick has amplified Black voices as a superhero in Black Panther, he truly was a “superhero” in real life. He inspired so many people by his resilience in battling colon cancer as well as his humanitarian work where he selflessly helped children who were fighting the same invasive disease he was battling with. His legacy still lives on as an influential person, a true fighter. This magazine is also dedicated to my dear late friend Frank Shankwitz. I will miss him terribly; he was an angel and hero here on earth. His legacy will live on as an influential person who co-founded the “Make A Wish” Foundation that helps children obtain their dream while struggling with life threatening diseases. I met him when he and his wife Kitty started and growing the Make A Wish Foundation. I worked for him for a short time helping children obtain their dreams to become a model. In 2009 we reconnected and remained very close friends since. Frank was like a dad to me. When we would go to events we would sit together and share our stories. I got a lot of stories to share from the pub in Prescott he would frequent and can paint a vivid picture of the history. Frank told me he could not figure out why he feels so connected to me, like a daughter figure. We featured Frank on our September 2018 magazine https:// www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/1508378 where we were helping him promote his new released movie "The WishMan" and his "The Wishman" books. I continued to help and support him in his dream, and he supported mine. I watch him soar and he watched me soar in our dreams. Last, but not least, in this issue is our exclusive interview with one of the top 10 Animal Heroes, Susan Hargreaves who is the founder of Animal Hero Kids. This charity empowers youth by providing them with school presentations that highlight animal rescue, advocacy, and promotes a cruelty-free existence by youth. I pray that you will have the time to check out the interviews and articles from our awesome writers. I trust you will find each page informative and inspiring. I pray you will enjoy, learn, laugh, and share with others what you have found here, within these pages. ~Heide Dangelo POI FB: InfluencerHeideDangelo
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This human-interest story covers the amazing true accounts of the Bucks of America, as well as the story of Christine Salome Hartwick (played by Rodica Isabella Shaldan) and other influential people during America’s fight for independence. Who is Christine Salome Hartwick (woman of the revolution) you ask? If you do not know then you must see this
movie! She was the mother of young Christopher Seider who was shot and killed.
Interviewed by IPM, Amalya Christy
IPM:
How did you become interested in
losing a child of course is a fear of mine. In
playing a part in Bucks of America?
that way, I appreciate every moment I
IPM: Is there anything about the character
Rodica:
spend with my children and grandchildren.
that surprised you?
Once I read the script, I
We should all cherish each moment with
Rodica:
thought it would be a perfect fit for me. I
our loved ones since we do not know when
carry on after her child passed away.
am an emotional person and believe that I
it will be our last.
I was invited to be part of the
movie trailer.
can really bring this character to life.
IPM:
You're playing the mother of a child
who is accidentally shot during a riot; losing a child is a mother's worst fear. Does it change your relationship at all with your
IPM: IPM:
Playing the part of a grieving mother
I think her will, and gumption to
Are there any interesting facts that
you want our readers to know about your
must be hard all the way around emotion-
character?
ally. What will you do to relieve the pres-
Rodica: There are some interesting things,
sure after a long day of shooting?
but for that they will have to watch the
Rodica:
movie. Then they can get the entire picture
To become the character, I dug
children when you think about the part
deep down from my own pain, and I al-
you're playing? Does this part change the
lowed that to show on the screen. To un-
way you look at your children?
wind after such an emotional day, I love to
IPM:
Rodica:
set up a bubble bath with a nice glass of
about the Bucks of America movie?
Not at all. Life is so short and
of her. Are you excited about this part, and
red wine.
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IN MEMORY OF CHADWICK BOSEMAN Chadwick Boseman became a lasting legacy playing T’Challa in the Avenger movie “Black Panther”. This was the first superhero movie by Marvel that casted a black superhero, and almost all black cast based in Africa. Chadwick played his role flawlessly and made a profound impact on the Black community. Boseman has given the black community insight into what is it like being Black and a hero in the movie and real life. The Black Panther Movie is about more than the latest superhero’s journey; it’s also about black culture’s journey, and it points toward a future where it could be the culture. It acknowledges and celebrates everything from traditional African society to African American political debates, from the power and beauty of black women to the preservation of identity, all within the lush confines of the fictional African nation of Wakanda. The impact he has made and left on the Black community from his character and his real-life battles has inspired many. Chadwick amplified Black voices as a humanitarian when he selflessly helped children who were fighting the same invasive disease he was
battling with. He worked relentlessly with a dedication to making his vision happen. He has inspired many to “carry the mantle” like a call to service to rise to the challenges, despite the circumstances. Even though he has been portrayed as a superhero in a movie, he truly was a “superhero” in real life where he has inspired so many people by his resilience during his battle with colon cancer. He knew he had cancer when he made the Marvel movie but didn’t let cancer slow him down and his dreams. Boseman has passed away in 2020, his legacy still lives on as an influential person, a true fighter.
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history. President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month in 1976, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” The Bucks of America movie being created by Robert Gatewood provides a perfect homage to how the actions of the Bucks of America helped save our right to freedom. With all the civil unrest and turmoil going on in today’s America, it is the perfect time to look back and reflect on how African Americans are part of the foundation of this country.
IN MEMORY OF MARY WILSON Mary Wilson was a singer, bestselling author, motivational speaker, businesswoman, former U.S. Cultural Ambassador, mother, and grandmother. She was well known as one of the original founding singers of “The Supreme”, where she made history and became one of the trendsetters who broke down the racial, social, and gender barriers after their first number one song hit off. Wilson also worked in activism, fighting to pass Truth in Music Advertising bills and donating to various charities. Wilson was inducted along with Ross and Ballard (as members of the Supremes) into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988. Mary passed away in her sleep on February 8th, however, her legacy still lives on as an influential person for her humanitarian work assisting non-profit organizations’ ending hunger, raising awareness, encouraging world peace, and helping children to realize their dreams.
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IN MEMORY OF MAGGIE WALKER Maggie Lena Walker became a lasting legacy by becoming the first black woman to become a founder and editor-in-chief of the St. Luke Herald newspaper in 1902, then became the first woman to own a bank in 1903. Maggie Walker saw the struggle of the black community after the Civil War. There were millions of freed slaves working hard against the “Black Codes” that had prevented them from buying property, mortgages, investment capitals, checking accounts, or owning any businesses. This was still another level of oppression where Blacks could not participate in a part of wealth creation in the United States while the country was reforming into a new era. She saw an opportunity to start and make her St. Luke Penny Savings Bank a catalyst for economic independence in the Black community..
Walker has passed away in 1934, however, her legacy still lives on as an influential person. Maggie was so determined to make the world a better place than the way she found it by giving blacks a chance in the “rat race of life” and a launching pad for the advancement of many Black leaders.
At a time when America’s fate was hanging in the balance, free and enslaved African Americans mobilized to help the 13 colonies fight for their independence from the British. The British tried to entice these African American soldiers to fight for them with the promise of becoming free men, but they could not be swayed. The Bucks of America was organized in Boston and little is known about their campaign. Most of the unit’s history is constructed from eyewitness accounts because few records survived. This Patriot Massachusetts Military Company was instrumental to the success at the battle of Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, and the Boston Massacre. This human-interest story covers the amazing true accounts of the Bucks of America, as well as the story of influential people during America’s fight for independence. You have to check it out!
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AWARD WINNING WRITER, PRODUCER,
ACTOR, DIRECTOR
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Hollywood Fame, Outstanding Historical Motion Picture, Producers Choice Honors, Arts4Peace“Best History Film” Awards...
The true story of Black Soldiers who fought in the Revolutionary war from the Boston Massacre to the Battle of Bunker Hill. With all the civil unrest and turmoil going on in today’s America, it is the perfect time to look back and reflect on how African Americans are part of the foundation of this country. Robert Gatewood is a former NFL star, actor, writer, and producer of the upcoming film “Bucks of America”, which will be released July 2021. He has dedicated the past few years researching a lost part of America's history At a time when America’s fate was hanging in the balance, free and enslaved African Americans mobilized to
help the 13 colonies fight for their independence from the British. The British tried to entice these African American soldiers to fight for them with the promise of becoming free men, but they could not be swayed. The Bucks of America was organized in Boston and little is known about their campaign. Most of the unit’s history is constructed from eyewitness accounts because few records survived. This Patriot Massachusetts Military Company was instrumental to the success at the battle of Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, and the Boston Massacre This human-interest story covers the amazing true accounts of the Bucks of America, as well as the story of influential people during America’s fight for independence. As director and author of this film, Robert Gatewood integrates historical accuracy with Hollywood theatrics to create a masterpiece. Historians are helping with movie production to keep it accurate to detail and estimate an unbelievable 95% accuracy.
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superior to the average American colonist. IPM: If you were the character you are portraying when the sentence was delivered or announced how do you think you might have reacted? ADAM: I would have been shocked and angry to have been appearing in the court in the first place. If I were, he, I wouldn’t have understood how I was doing anything wrong in the circumstances I was in. IPM: When assuming the role of an historic person or any role for that matter what is it that you do to help yourself psychologically become that person and remain in character for endless hours each day of shooting?
trying, stick with it. It can be very soul - destroying indeed. But once you start to make the right contacts it slowly gets a little better. But unless you are born lucky, acting is a slow game. IPM: What is your biggest achievement in the field of acting? ADAM: I was actually cast as General Douglas MacArthur in a big feature film which was released first in Japan on December 18th this year. I got to portray an iconic American person and I also worked alongside some massive Japanese talent too. The casting director and the actual movie director are big names themselves. So to be noticed by them and work with them was amazing. The film is called Nippon Dokuritsu, in Japan, and will be called Independence of Japan when released in the West. IPM: Where did you learn to become an actor?
ADAM: That’s actually a tough one to answer. When playing an actual person from history I first have to do whatever research I can. In this case all I have are relatively small notes and an Irish accent to work with. There is no video footage or anything concerning mannerisms, how he spoke etc. When I’m on set, in costume and make- up done, that is the final piece of my transformation into the person. From then on, I am him until I come off the set at the end of each days shooting. IPM: Is it difficult for you to quote, let go, unquote, and be yourself after long hours of being in character and then having to get back into character again a few hours later? ADAM: Actually no, not for me. I don’t " act" when on set. I AM my character. It's not a script I’m saying and there is no crew around me. It’s all very real in my mind. As soon as I am off set, I come out of character, have a coffee and relax. I find it quite easy to get back into character when called back to the set. IPM: During the times you're shooting a film is it difficult to maintain personal relationships with significant others and close friends how does your work schedule affect those relationships? ADAM: I’m not in a relationship, unfortunately, so it’s not something I worry about. If I were in one, they would know when I’m on set, communications would be minimal until my scenes were done for that day. I can talk easily later. IPM: What have you found in your research about Private Matthew Kilroy that grabbed your attention? ADAM: As I said earlier, I was surprised that someone who behaved like he did was still serving in the Army. Also, the guy must have made a lot of enemies along the way...maybe the Army kept him safe from them… IPM: What attracted you to begin a career as an actor? ADAM: I always wanted to be an actor, but then life happened, and I ended up in the Army for a while. I came into it quite late in my life, when I found myself wanting to change directions. I’d been bodyguarding for ten years and after having lost mates, and been in too many fire fights in Iraq, I felt I needed to do something else, safer. Thought I’d give it a go...and here I am. IPM: What is some advice that you would give to someone aspiring to become an actor? ADAM: You have to have a thick skin and be able to handle rejection....a LOT of rejection. But if it’s in your heart you can’t give up
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ADAM: I actually only did a few classes to learn about sets, how filming works, terminology etc. Acting comes from within, and because I’ve had a very full and adventurous life, not all of it good, I have lots of places I can go to mentally for good and bad emotions. Those things together with a great imagination made for a good actor. IPM: Do you have an important message you would like to share with our readers and aspiring entrepreneurs? ADAM: Just never give up on your dreams or ideas. Go for it...you are never too old. And by your dreams I mean YOUR dreams, not the dreams of others. We are here for a very short time in the grand scheme of things, it’s up to you to fill your life with more good memories than bad. Adam Templar
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Mark your calendars moviegoers! This must-see film will be hitting theaters in the summer of 2021. Its projected release date is set for the 246th anniversary of Bunker Hill. See you there!
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This human-interest story covers the amazing true accounts of the Bucks of America, as well as the story of Peter Salem (stand-in by Carlen “MACA” Clark ) and other influential people during America’s fight for independence. Who is Peter Salem you ask? If you do not know then you must see this movie! He was a African American from Massachusetts who served as a U.S. soldier in the American Revolutionary War
Interviewed by IPM, Amalya Christy
Carlen Clark is an actor, Print Model, and songwriter, he is known for his part in “The Rideshare Killer (2021), KevRevv feat. M.A.C.A. – “Dark Side” (2020), and “Peridot” (2019) He will be casting as one of the “Bucks of America” militia solders with the opportunity for one of the main lead as Peter Salem. IPM: What caught your interest in Bucks of America and caused you to audition for a part in that film production? CARLEN: First and foremost, I would like to thank our director Robert Gatewood for believing in my talent and presenting me with the wonderful opportunity to be a part of this historic film. I admire the fact that our soldiers in the Revolutionary War were able to unite against both the British and slavery despite the disparity between races, to bring necessary changes to this country at a pivotal time in our history.
IPM: Did you do anything unusual at your audition that may have helped you to land a role and become part of the cast? If so, what was it that you did? CARLEN: Sure. I am not sure if it's unusual or natural, (Laughs) I studied my character Peter Salem and put myself into his shoes, to get to know the man and his probable mannerisms and reactions, multiple times to prepare.
thing that he did while in the Army to be surprising?
CARLEN: What I found surprising is the fact he reenlisted and continued to serve in the army after the revolutionary war was over. IPM: As we noticed that you are a print model can you tell us a little about it? CARLEN: I've done a few collaborations for
IPM: During your research, what did you find most interesting or surprising about Peter Salem?
clothing brands in the past. I don't model as much nowadays, more so putting my focus on film and music.
CARLEN: I like the fact how Peter Salem was
IPM: You are a songwriter as well; can you
brave and heroic. He was the very kind and a good role model for others to follow .
share a little about it? CARLEN: I've been writing music since I was
IPM: What do you think is the most im-
CARLEN: He stood strong in the face of life-
fourteen years old. Well over ten years now. I love expressing myself, my experiences and feelings through music. Since I wrote my first song, it has always felt good to me and that feeling never fades.
threatening down.
IPM: What attracted you to begin a career as
portant message about Salem that the people should know?
situations
without
backing an actor?
IPM: Your character was an African – American soldier from Massachusetts in the American Revolutionary War. Did you find any-
CARLEN: Well, I worked on my first film which was 'Bad CGI Sharks' in 2016 where I
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CARLEN: Well, I worked on my first film
IPM: What obstacles have you faced in the
@Carlen Maca Clark
which was 'Bad CGI Sharks' in 2016 where I played "Johnny". I remember at the time we wrapped my scene it was such an adrenaline rush like, "Wow, that felt really good. Now I am sad it's over". (Laughs). Now I want to see how my journey as an actor evolves and I also want to continue to experience walking in different people shoes. It's Fun!
pursuit of modeling, acting, songwriting, and how did you overcome them?
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IPM: What is some advice that you would give to someone aspiring to become an actor?
@Carlen Clark
CARLEN: I've faced quite a few obstacles over the years. Some of which are loneliness, homelessness, lack of financial security and addiction. I've overcome these obstacles by exercising my faith in God and in myself. You just can't forget the mission, can't forget what keeps your soul on fire. Gotta keep going! It's all about building momentous motion here. IPM: Do you have an important message
CARLEN: My advice would be to believe in
yourself, be patient. Be diligent in your research. Remember there are multiple ways to open a door to become an actor and remember what prompted you to become a actor, why you put the effort in it to begin with, and most importantly, have fun!! IPM: What is your biggest achievement in the field of acting? CARLEN: My biggest achievement is contributing my talent to a few award-winning films and music videos. I like to see my hard work to pay off contributing to an excellent production. It's a wonderful thing to help and see someone's vision to come into reality with the power of storytelling. [It's a beautiful thing and that's what it's about. IPM: Where did you study acting? CARLEN: In high school, when I was failing my band class in my senior year, I switched my elective to Drama (Theater) to regather my credits and that's where I gained my passion and respect for the craft of acting. I've also avail myself taking the opportunity to take a number of acting classes and lastly, I've taught myself a few techniques overtime. I am continuously learning on a daily basis to hone my craft of acting. IPM: Being an entrepreneur in your field, how are you able to manage to be an actor, print model, and songwriter in your life? CARLEN: One word, Focus!
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you would like to share with our readers and aspiring entrepreneurs? CARLEN: Thank you for reading and keeping an eye out for our movie, 'Bucks of America', it's a wonderful film! Thank you (Smiling).
Mark your calendars moviegoers! This mustsee film will be hitting theaters in the summer of 2021. Its projected release date is set for the 246th anniversary of Bunker Hill. See you there!
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Susan Hargreaves THE ANIMAL HERO
By Influential People Magazine International Journalist, Jules Lavallee
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Susan Hargreaves is the Founder of Animal Hero Kids, a charity that empowers youth by providing them with school presentations that highlight animal rescue, advocacy, and promotes a cruelty-free existence by youth. She has been an animal advocate for over 40-years and has been revered by World Leaders and Celebrities across the globe. Jules: You planted a seed four decades ago about Animal Hero Kids. Share your backstory. Susan: When I discovered what is happening to animals in the animal-based agriculture industries, on fur farms, in hunting, and circuses, I was shocked to my core. At 9 years of age after witnessing male chicks being gassed and suffocated at a chicken hatchery, I began to realize the truth about how our society treats other species. In 1980 I determined to be part of the solution and began organizing, investigating, writing, and educating about the realities of animal cruelty that the public is not being shown. I began giving free, customized humane education presentations for all grade levels to build empathy, the building block of kindness. Combine empathy and knowledge with the ability to critically think and what do you have? A prime motivator for positive change, and boy, do we need positive change and more kindness towards all species and the planet! In the past forty-one years I have been encouraged by the compassionate actions by youth, the youth I have met through the school presentations, and through the annual Animal Hero Kids Awards, I created, and of course, the Animal Hero Kids Crew. Jules: Animal Hero Kids has empowered youth to courageous action and true stories of animal rescues. Your books show the true stories of animal rescue and advocacy by youth which are heartwarming and energizing. Susan: In the Volume 2 edition of “Animal Hero Kids Voices for the Voiceless”, there are 284 pages of compassionate, courageous actions. There is the story of the 13year-old boy named Bradley, who was walking home from school and saw across the road a large dog hanging out of a
parked vans’ window being strangled by a leash around his neck, and no-one was approaching the canine because they were scared of him due to the dogs’ size and breed. Bradley sprang into action releasing the pressure around his neck and saved the dog from certain, painful death. When Bradley was at a school assembly he was surprised with an Animal Hero Kids Award and a letter and tickets from his favorite soccer team I had arranged. Then there was the 12-year-old girl who lived in Central Florida, Rebecca, she received a call from a frantic neighbor for help. A pig was lying in the road, the tail was cut and she had road scrapes all over her body, dehydrated, she had escaped from a transport truck on the way to the slaughterhouse. Rebecca called her Stella and cared for her back to health, that story is called “How Stella Got Her Groove Back” Depending on how old your readers are they may know that movie. In Daytona, there was a group of surfer high school-age teens who fought to free a stingray suspended and dangling from a pier. I love surprising kids or teens with Animal Hero Kids Awards during school assemblies with my constant canine companion, Lovey. She was rescued from the kill list of a pound and loves meeting kind folk. I am so proud of the recently published “Animal Hero Kids Voices for the Voiceless" Volume 2, Lovey, and the rescue stories, animal hero tips, classroom projects, and vegan recipes are all contained therein.
“I was an animal hero kid at 3 years old when I felt that animals had the right to live free of harm and suffering. It is vital to foster empathy and critical thinking in youth which leads to compassionate actions, and ultimately, a more peaceful world for all.” ~Joaquin Phoenix—Activist, Actor Jules: AnimalHerokidtober was a huge success. Share some of the initiatives. Any surprises? Susan: Who would have thought we could accomplish so much in this very difficult time and climate? World Animal Hero Kids Month/AnimalHeroKidtober went global. In Brazil an Animal Hero Kid convinced her local restaurant to feature a vegan AnimalHeroKidtober special, in Los Angeles, Animal Hero Kids was sponsored to feed plant-based food to the residents at 1736 Family Crisis Centers and we donated 40
Animal Hero Kids books to drop-in centers, schools, and sanctuaries. Children read some of the stories to the rescued farm animals and shelter dogs and cats. In Alaska, an Animal Hero Kid made catnip toys for shelter cats. There were two surprises to me, one a Kenyan teen, and a Japanese girl, cooked vegan meals for the vegan chef activity, they had simply heard about AnimalHeroKidtober on Instagram. The second surprise was I learned one of the Animal Hero Kids volunteers had a son who had just graduated from film school for claymation. I was looking for a claymator for the new “Veganza Animal Hero” character, and surprise! -he remembered me and was positively affected by the presentation when he was a preschooler. So now Wyatt, who is in the video on the left with a “Team Herbivore” t-shirt, see video…is in the process of completing our first ever claymation, Veganza Animal Hero! Jules: You have received support from celebrities in 2020. Why is celebrity important? Susan: When people have the power of a public spotlight to illuminate injustice and cruelties, it works! Why does it work? Because one tweet from Billie Eilish to her gazillion followers about how going vegan helps animals, the planet and makes a huge difference! I am so happy Maggie Baird, the mum of Billie has given a positive quote for the new book “Veganza Animal Hero” The quote Joaquin Phoenix was kind enough to give bits of help lift Animal Hero Kids.
Animal Hero Kids, the charity I founded has a small budget, the effect of celebrities using their arena to empower more people to think about their consumer choices is priceless. Your free humane education programs are so powerful. One of the goals of Animal Hero Kids is to gift the book, “Animal Hero Kids Voices for the Voiceless” to every library? Tell us about the program and your ebook. After every presentation I leave a copy of “Animal Hero Kids Voices for the Voiceless’ for the school library, group home, treatment center…I am presenting to. They have just been empowered by hearing stories of people their age, their background rescuing, and advocating for other species. When I say other species, I am including humans by the way, as we often forget we are animals, too. We all deserve
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From the Depths of Darkness STEPHEN R S M I T H AUTHOR, SPEAKER, CEO, FOUNDER, BROADCASTER Copyright by Stephen R Smith Dillon, a man who for the most part lived an abundant and blessed life, has gone to hell and come back. His repeated poor decisions cost him everything he had in the past. He lost businesses, two marriages, family and friend relationships, and everything else in between. He survived a few near-fatal car accidents, deadly diseases including hepatitis C, and suffered from alcohol addiction, and mental illness. Dillon went through a drug and alcohol recovery program three times. He also consulted with several Physiatrists, attended self-help programs and counseling. It was two steps forward and three steps back many times over 25 years. Despite that Dillon was an honest, and compassionate person, he found himself fresh out of jail, homeless, and living in the woods with nothing left but himself.
Sustainable addiction recovery improves self-image and prepares one to be a productive individual Dillon found the LWN Live with Nature Foundation that was founded on the premise of a connection to nature, Source, and community, where the mission is helping a person in mind, body, and spirit. We have built a solid foundation of verified referral sources and have helped many people to recover from addictions and poor choices achieve a higher quality of life as the result of our educational videos and counseling network. Transformational change is a slow and not always steady process. Dillon had to go through many failures. He realized that he had been a victim of his creation and had to release himself of the self-hatred he held against himself. He had to forgive himself for his poor choices and behavior, suicidal tendencies, addiction, and feeling of worthlessness. Changing his perspective, thinking pattern, and attitudes toward whatever issue he was not comfortable with, issues like feeling that he was not worthy, good, or smart enough to accomplish whatever he was trying to do took perseverance. Dillon realized that he had to eliminate incorrect and limiting beliefs with new, positive thinking habits. He found that it takes a lot of hard work, determination, consistent healthy routines, and faith in a Higher Power to become successful and stay on the right path. Dillon takes one day at a
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time and has learned from his mistakes, even better, he learns from the mistakes of others. Dillon just does not give up.
Addiction recovery and a purposeful productive life starts with a thought and some imagination. Every day Dillon wakes up is a new day that he can paint the canvas in any way he chooses. He starts his day early, three or four o’clock in the morning. The first thing he does is say a prayer of gratitude. Then, he listens to inspirational videos and enters a positive thinking mode and attitude which helps guide him to become a better person. He proves that barriers can be broken down and obstacles can be overcome. This has enabled him to become a reliable father to his children, and someone his family, friends, and the community can count on. Today with the help of LWN, Dillon can smile, look in the mirror and tell himself, “You’re Okay, I love you, Dillon”. He accepted who he used to be and who he is now. He has earned back most of what he lost. Dillon found his purpose and every day, with his faith in a Higher Power, he works to achieve his dreams and goals.
Embolden people who struggle with addictions to recover and inspire others to pay it forward. Dillon strives to help others with addictions. He gives back freely to pay it forward with no expectation of reimbursement. His daily goal is to become a better person. He has made a transformational change which resulted in a lust for life and becoming a role model for others and an asset to his community. The LWN Foundation
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model for many people. What this organization does has a positive effect on my life every day. LWN is a registered nonprofit offering educationThe reward of giving even one person hope for a al programs, free consultations with a case manbright future is beyond measure. ager, and recommendations for professional service providers. Our Director of the Health https://www.lwnfoundation.org Advisory board is a Naturopathic Doctor, Pharmacist and nominated top in her field for 2019 by the International Association of Top Professionals. The parent company provides educaStephen Smith is a man who has gone to hell and come back from the depths of darkness to a place filled tional videos and will help to secure financial with Light, Love of God, himself and others. assistance for clients and/or refers them to lowHe made many good, but too many poor decisions that cost him everything he had. He lost businesses, two cost alternative providers. We have plans to marriages, good family and friend relationships and everything else in between. He survived a few near open an inpatient transformational center next fatal car accidents, deadly diseases including Hepatitis C and alcohol and drug addiction. Having for the year which help an individual transition to the most part lived an abundant and blessed life, he found himself fresh out of jail, homeless living in the point of self-sufficiency. -Stephen R Smith woods and nothing but himself left. Today, he earned back most of what he lost. A real survivor, God fearAs the Founder and Executive Director of LWN, I live my purpose which is to be a servant to my community. I am a thought leader, an influencer, and a role
ing, honest, caring and compassionate person who strives to help others and give back freely in an effort to pay it forward with no expectation of reimbursement. He strives daily to become a better person and has made a transitional change which resulted in a lust for life and becoming a role model for others and an asset to the community.
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How to Use to Promote Social Change Copyright by Elisha Israel Anyone curious about psychology and personal development has likely heard of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. However, many people aren’t aware that much of Maslow’s later work was focused on what happens to people after their basic needs are met. Maslow researched and theorized that once people’s basic needs are met, they begin a path towards what he calls selfactualization. From studying others, he realized that the people who he respected and viewed as self-actualized shared a common trait. Once they had met their personal needs, they began to dedicate their lives to helping others. In our world, many people need help. Most of us are aware that for every instance of success and privilege, there are many others who are under-resourced and in desperate need of a helping hand. Many people have different paths to advocacy to help others. Whether through the non-profit sector, philanthropy, or policy, we see individuals and institutions doing incredible work to help underprivileged people have a better life. However, I’d like to address the private sector and business communities with this article, because I feel many people have a negative association with the private sector. When starting a business, one of the most foundational lessons is to find a group of people, identify the problem they’re experiencing and provide a solution. This can be applied to many different cases. Some are trivial, selling fidget spinners or unnecessary products for a profit. These can be necessary services such as home repair, consumer products, or even the food we eat.
However, I’d like to highlight that this meth-
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odology can be leveraged for high-impact solutions that recognize the dire need to provide for marginalized people, the dire need for direct action related to systemic changes, and the relatively slow nature of achieving necessary systemic changes. How? Through the private sector. An example may be ideal here. Let’s identify a problem. A personal favorite is the energy sector. The combination of destructive fossil fuels and horrendous foreign policy to maintain supply chains have led to an increasing need for alternative solutions. These solutions include renewable energy, electric vehicles, oils (and plastics) made from renewable sources, and overall, an immediate shift into a future that’s not reliant on fossil fuels. However, as you may be aware, there is a significant incentive for established industries to lobby for a lack of action with these initiatives. This is where the private sector enters. Companies such as Tesla provide electric vehicles and energy storage for profit while using their influence to guide the consumers towards sustainable choices. We see the same in the renewable sector where solar companies are able to provide sustainable solutions for property owners, reducing their energy expenses while also giving them autonomy and protection from future rate increases. These are examples of leveraging the private sector to drive systemic necessary change. We see the same happening with the increased popularity of companies like BeyondMeat and ImpossibleBurger, driving social behavior for a necessary cause, in this
case reducing the net negative impact on our planet and society that factory farming creates. This is where business becomes interesting, fun, purposeful, and allows for us, as business owners, to combine our vision for a better future with the reality that there’s is much work to be done for that future to exist. One of the side benefits is that many initiatives founded in sustainability are also rooted in inefficiency. This allows for better business practices, improved profit margins, and a society that makes decisions based on the net impact of an initiative, rather than just the amount of money a project can make. As consumers, we have a responsibility to use our buying power to incentivize this shift in the business sector. As business owners, we have a responsibility to offer a mindful commitment to this balance. I’ll end with a challenge. ~ Elisha Israel
Elisha Israel is a direct response advertiser that has generated millions in sales for his clients. His focus is on creating sustainable digital solutions, allowing for greater access to opportunity. He is a global citizen & passionate about listening to diverse voices to gain a nuanced understanding for ways to improve our world. A published author and accomplished musician, Elisha is an advocate of continuous improvement and maintains a focused
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