Iditarod Musher Mary Shields and Sled Dog Trainer Kine Leines Skår, Together

By Catherine | 03/29/2021 |

Two female athletes from two different generations meet together to share their tales of sled dog mushing, training and racing. Meet Mary Shields of Alaska and Kine Leines Skår of Norway. Mary is the first woman to complete the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Alaska. Kine trains dogs for recreational sled dog teams as well as for professional sled dog races. From two different eras these inspiring women share their perspectives of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and other races and also share their positive imprints. Both ladies are advocates for humane animal training. Joining in on the conversation for this LIVE show is co-host Brad Sedillo. This show is a direct recording from the LIVE show on March 27.

Come Join Me. I’m Going LIVE!

By Catherine | 03/22/2021 |

Your Positive Imprint is going LIVE for the first time on March 27, 2021 at 2:00pm MOUNTAIN TIME (4pm Eastern Time.) (March 28 for Australia, New Zealand and Asia Time Zones.)FACEBOOK LIVE show at Your Positive Imprint, with two special guests.The train conductor let go of her hand. That’s how Mary Shields, the first woman to complete…

Fitness Trainer Kila Duncan – Get in Shape with Strength Training

By Catherine | 03/15/2021 |

Keep your heart rate moving and grooving!! Get in Shape. Purely You, Purely Strong. Even at twenty-eight, fitness trainer and power lifter Kila Duncan has battled with her body. She hasn’t always loved it. Describing herself as a stress-eater she says that the bodies we are in have technically survived incredible events. As a trainer she is realistic…

Mary Shields. Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. First Woman to Complete the Race

By Catherine | 03/08/2021 |

Mary Shields, first woman to complete the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, ignored shouts from some spectators that SHE would never make it. Hear her tales of life in Alaska and how she acquired her first dog team. (A video of Kine Leines Skår may be seen on my YouTube Channel. She is an Iditarod Sled Dog Race trainer. https://youtu.be/6KB2ZdYJ2GY)

Honey Bees in Norway with Andy Friedrichs

By Catherine | 03/01/2021 |

Beekeeper Andy Friedrichs introduced beehives in the deep mystic forest of Norway beating the odds for raising honey bees in this specific area. Honey bees are essential insects responsible for pollinating most of the world’s fruits and vegetables. He advocates for the preservation and safety of our planet’s honey bees. When not tending to the bees he is the general manager of the Kleivstua Hotell.

Merchandise!! Rise to the Challenge shirts!

By Catherine | 02/21/2021 |

Your Positive Imprint Rise to the Challenge t-shirt campaign runs from February 21-March 04! Order your item now. When you purchase an item I know you will wear it with pride as you consider your own positive imprints as you rise to the challenge.

Birds are Nature’s Music. Casual Birder, Suzy Buttress

By Catherine | 02/15/2021 |

Casual Birder Suzy Buttress of the UK shares how you can help the natural world by turning a garden into an oasis for birds and other wildlife. It’s not just about seeing the natural world but also observing the birds and understanding their behavior. Birds are nature’s music. Be silent as you become witness to the drama…

Spinal Cord and the Myelin Sheath. Bob Gould

By Catherine | 02/08/2021 |

Bob Gould’s research on the myelin sheath, the nervous system and its communication with our bodies is now being applied in recovery models for spinal injuries and disease. Bob Gould also reflects on his role as researcher and now patient. His life was turned around by a bicycle accident leaving his spinal cord damaged.  The myelin sheath…

Decades of Advocating, Javier Robles Exposes Cracks in the System During COVID-19 for People With Disabilities

By Catherine | 02/01/2021 |

Pre-COVID, people with disabilities fight an uphill battle, lead by advocates like Javier Robles. And then COVID-19 hit. How are people with disabilities getting along during the pandemic?  Javier Robles, professor at Rutgers University and a team of advocates expose cracks in the system during COVID-19. What happened to the services they need including medical help,…

Your Positive Imprint Podcast 2021

By Catherine | 01/25/2021 |

It’s 2021 and I am back with the podcast and new episodes. This episode provides Your Positive Imprint Podcast’s 2021 updates.