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At a time when teacher burnout is rising, and many are questioning their future in the profession, nationallyrecognized educator Stuart Grauer is offering something rare: a path back topurpose. In his new book, The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guidefor Small School Leaders, Grauer blends field-tested lessons withvivid storytelling — from the Grand Canyonto Baja — to help learning community leaders reclaim the roots of education and sustainit for life. Please refer to the press release below foradditional information, and let me know if you would like to see a copy ofThe Way to Pancho’s Kitchen for interview and/or reviewpurposes. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Award-Winning Educator Stuart Grauer Releases NewBook on the Art of Small School Leadership ENCINITAS, Calif.,April 15, 2026 — Nationally recognized educator Stuart Grauer, Ed.D., Fulbright Fellow and founderof the Small Schools Coalition, is announcing his new book, TheWay to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guide for Small School Leaders.Published by The Worthy Educator Press and available now, this isGrauer’s third book. Drawing on true stories from the Grand Canyon to Baja to school communities across the country, the book isdescribed as an essential “trail guide” for the next generation ofeducational visionaries, exploring the art and soul of leading smallschools. “Seven years in the making, this book grew out ofan epic journey of reflection, writing and conversation witheducators around the world,” said Grauer. “Through vivid stories, fromBaja and the Grand Canyon to forests, classroomsand communities closer to home, the book explores what becomes possible whenschools are built as human-scale communities rooted in curiosity, connectionand the wisdom of the natural world.” Early readers have hailedthe book as “elegant,” “poignant” and “captivating.” Grauer’s expertise in education leadership isrecognized nationally and globally. A Fulbright Educational AdministrationFellow (2007), he is the founder of the Small Schools Coalition,which serves as an influential educational model for hundreds ofindependent schools across the United States and around the world.His ASCD SmartBriefs have ranked among the most widely read of the yearnationwide. He is a regular Chairman of School Evaluation Committeesfor the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and hastaught at both U.S. International University and the Universityof California, San Diego, specializing in international education andteacher development. Before founding The Grauer School in 1991, heserved as principal of the International School of Basel in Switzerlandand as founding assistant director of Fairbanks Country Day. He wasawarded the Arthur E. Hughes Career Achievement Award for 2014 (the University of San Diego’s School of Leadershipand Education Sciences’ highest alumni honor) and was named Peacemaker of the Yearby Rotary International. The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen: A Trail Guide forSmall School Leaders Publisher: The Worthy Educator Press Release Date: March 9, 2026 ISBN-13: 979-8234005632 Available from https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GS4PJVXN and IngramSpark TIP SHEET The press release above may be published in partor entirety by any print, broadcast or internet/digital media outlet,or used by any means of social media sharing. Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews andQ&As are available upon request. visit www.grauerschool.com

10 Shocking Habits to Reset Your Health By Dennis J. Henson "We spend our whole lives seeking comfort—climate control, soft chairs, easy food. But what if the secret to living longer is actually making yourself uncomfortable... just for a few minutes a day?" 1. Cold Showers (Thermal Shock) •The Shock: It triggers "Cold Shock Proteins" and a massive dopamine spike. •The Benefit: It wakes up your immune system instantly and forces your vascular system to contract, acting like a pump for your blood. 2. Sauna (Heat Shock) •The Shock: The opposite of cold. It mimics a fever, which is the body's natural way of killing invaders. •The Benefit: Triggers Heat Shock Proteins (HSPs) which repair damaged DNA and fold proteins correctly. It is a "cellular cleanup" crew. 3. Intermittent Fasting (Metabolic Shock) •The Shock: It convinces your body that food is scarce. •The Benefit: Triggers Autophagy (self-eating). Your body starts scavenging and eating its own damaged, weak, or senescent cells for fuel, leaving only the strong ones. 4. Breath Retention (Oxygen Shock) •The Shock: Deliberate "Intermittent Hypoxia" (low oxygen). •The Benefit: It panics the system into producing more red blood cells and improves your tolerance to CO2, making your energy delivery more efficient. 5. HIIT / Sprints (Energy Shock) •The Shock: Pushing your heart rate to max capacity for 30 seconds. •The Benefit: It shocks the mitochondria (your energy power plants) into growing stronger and multiplying to handle the demand. 6. The Niacin Flush (Vascular Shock) •The Shock: Taking high-dose Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic Acid). •The Benefit: It causes an intense, visible "flush" (redness/heat) that forces your tiniest capillaries to dilate fully and dump stored toxins that other detoxes can't reach. 7. Rebounding (Gravitational Shock) •The Shock: Changing the G-force on your body (acceleration and deceleration). •The Benefit: It physically opens and closes the check valves in your lymphatic system, forcing lymph fluid to drain and detoxify without stressing your joints. 8. Cayenne Pepper (Chemical Shock) •The Shock: The Capsaicin acts as a mild irritant to the gut and tissues. •The Benefit: It revs up your metabolism to cool the body down and increases blood flow to the stomach lining, actually helping to heal ulcers rather than cause them. 9. Sulforaphane / Broccoli Sprouts (Toxic Shock) •The Shock: This compound is technically a mild "toxin" to the body. •The Benefit: It triggers the Nrf2 Pathway—the body's master antioxidant switch. You are shocking your system into building a "super-defense" shield that lasts for days. 10. Morning Sunlight (Circadian Shock) •The Shock: A blast of photons to the retina within 30 minutes of waking. •The Benefit: It triggers a Cortisol Spike (the good kind) that acts as a "Start" button for every organ in your body and sets your sleep timer for that night.

10 Shocking Habits to Reset Your Health By Dennis J. Henson Here is a scripted Q&A session designed for our program. The Host (you) plays the role of the ‘Questioning Sceptic’ who loves comfort, setting the Guest (me) up to deliver the hard truths. Host: "We spend our whole lives seeking comfort—climate control, soft chairs, fast food. But what if the secret to living longer is actually making yourself uncomfortable... just for a few minutes every day?" Host: "Our returning guest today is Dennis Henson. Now Dennis, you sent over a list of topics that frankly looks… terrifying. You’re saying that 'Comfort is the enemy of health.' What do you mean by that?" Guest: "Exactly that. We spend our lives seeking relaxation, climate control, soft chairs, and fast food. But biologically, to be healthier and live longer, you have to shock your systems. It’s called ‘Hormesis’. Introducing short, sharp stressors, causes your body to over-compensate, becoming stronger and healthier." But let’s pause here for a moment. I need to interject a voice of reason. When we talk about 'shocking' your systems, we aren't playing games. These are real physical stressors. Host: Yes! If you have a heart condition, high blood pressure, or any underlying health issue, some of this could be too much for you to handle. We want you to be healthy, not in the hospital. So, before you try any of these techniques, please consult your physician. Now that that’s out of the way, let’s dive into today’s topic. Number one is something I avoid at all costs. You want us to take Cold Showers Or to bath in ice water.?!" Guest: "Yes! Specifically, for a ‘Thermal Shock’. This triggers 'Cold Shock Proteins' and a massive dopamine spike. It wakes your immune system and forces your vascular system to contract, essentially acting like a booster for your blood." Host: "Brrr. Alright, well number two is the opposite. You listed Sauna. Isn’t that mainly for relaxing?" Guest: "Well not just relaxing. It Creates a ‘Heat Shock’ Mimicking a fever, the body's natural way of killing invaders. This ‘Heat Shock’ acts like a 'cleanup crew,' by repairing damaged DNA and fixing impaired proteins." It also triggers a profound physical purge. The deep, profuse sweating literally flushes toxins and heavy metals out through your pores, detoxifying your body from the inside out. Host: "Okay, hot and cold. Got it. Now, number three is about food. You’re suggesting we stop eating?" Guest: Yes! But not all together, only for short windows of time. This is called ‘Metabolic Shock’. Intermittent Fasting convinces your body - food is scarce, triggering Autophagy, where your body devours its own damaged cells, leaving behind only the strong ones." Host: "That sounds intense. But this next one sounds a little weird... you think we should stop breathing?" Guest: Not all together! "It’s called ‘Oxygen Shock’ - Intermittent Hypoxia. You do this by... taking deep, rhythmic breaths to lower carbon dioxide, then exhaling fully and holding that 'empty' state until the urge to breathe becomes intense. The body responds to this temporary air starvation by producing more red blood cells and improving your tolerance to CO2, making energy delivery much more efficient." Host: "Okay - that makes sense. Number five is exercising, but you specify 'High Intensity.' Can’t we just jog?" Guest: "You could-- but you really need an ‘Energy Shock’. Sprints or ‘High-Intensity--Interval Training’ pushes your heart rate to its capacity. This shocks your mitochondria—your energy power plants— into growing stronger and multiplying to handle the demand. A slow jog doesn't do that."

Show Title: A "Superfood" Upgrade Segment 1: Almost everyone knows blueberries are good for you. However, most people have no idea what happens inside their biology when they eat them every day. Let's discuss 5 things that happen inside you right now by making blueberries a daily habit: • You Slow Down Brain Aging. •These "Brain Berries" contain Antho-cya-nins that cross the blood-brain barrier. •Research shows they boost cognitive function by up to 20%, scrubbing away "brain rust" and improving memory recall. • Your Blood Pressure Drops Naturally. •High blood pressure damages your artery lining, making it like Velcro for plaque. •Blueberries smooth out that lining. It’s a daily "system reset" that keeps arteries slippery and flexible. • You Protect Your Vision. •They strengthen the tiny blood vessels in your eyes, helping to prevent macular degeneration and cataracts. • You Reduce Your Diabetes Risk. •Despite being sweet, they improve insulin sensitivity. •They don't spike your blood sugar; they help manage it better than some medications. • You Fight Cancer. •Every day, your DNA takes hits from UV rays and pollution. The antioxidants in blueberries "patch" these holes and destroy abnormal cells before they become tumors. So, blueberries are a miracle food. But what if there were another food that could deliver these same antioxidant benefits 40 times over? And what if, rather than fruit, it was a decadent dessert? ________________________________________ Segment 2: The "King" of antioxidants. It’s not a berry. It’s Ca-cao. The plant source of chocolate. •"The ORAC Score" – (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) is the scoreboard for antioxidants. oBlueberries rank highest of all berries. oBut Cacao scores up to 40 times higher oIt is the most chemically complex food on earth Inflammation is the root of all evil joint pain, weight gain, brain fog. oCacao is the most potent anti-inflammatory food in the world. It cools down the "fire" in your joints. oIt contains An-an-dam-ide (The Bliss Molecule) and Theo-bromine. oUnlike caffeine which makes you jittery, Theo-bromine opens up blood vessels (lowering that blood pressure even more) while lifting your spirts. ________________________________________ Segment 3: The bad news is that Snickers bars don't count. They are Alkalized: Regular Coco is treated to taste less bitter, which strips 60-90% of the medicinal antioxidants. Meaning you’re eating empty calories. 1. To make it sweet, they add massive amounts of sugar, 1. That causes the inflammation you are trying to fight. You need "Functional Chocolate." •A specific blend of Raw Cacao and Collagen Peptides. •The Cacao protects the joints (anti-inflammatory), •And the Collagen rebuilds them (structural repair). So, here is the best strategy: Swap your current desserts for healthy chocolate treats to... • Flood your body with cell-repairing antioxidants 40x blueberries. • Lower blood pressure and reduce stress. • Boost cognitive function by 20% and slow brain aging. • Protect your vision. • Reduce diabetes risk and fight cancer. • Develop better skin and lessen joint pain while you sleep. Call to Action •Now, to get the benefits of 40 bowls of blueberries in some delicious dessert recipes... •Visit DennisJHenson.com and look under the Health Tab.

Book: Ready to Listen?: A spiritual self-help memoir Website(s): http://www.llsanders.com Twitter: https://facebook.com/lls4sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lls_sanders/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@lls4sanders What if the voice you’ve been taughtto silence is the one telling you the truth? In Ready to Listen?: A Spiritual Self-Help Memoir, author and advocate for intuitive living Leslie Lee Sanders shares her journeyfrom feeling invisible and dismissed to embracing the guidance from theUniverse — a path shaped by signs, synchronicity and a deep inner knowing shecould no longer ignore. Please refer to the press release below for additional information, and let me know if you would like a copy of Ready to Listen? for interview and/or review purposes. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ready to Listen?: A Spiritual Self-Help Memoir Explores the Power of Symbols,Synchronicity and Self-Trust MESA, Ariz., April 10, 2026 — As a child, Leslie Lee Sanders learned the rulesearly: Stay quiet. Don’t interrupt. Don’t talk back. And as an adult Blackwoman in America,she felt equally silenced, underestimated and dismissed. But beneath thosefeelings of powerlessness, a quiet presence — a knowing — was always speaking. It was a voice she could no longer explainaway. After years of struggle and self-doubt, Sanders learned to recognize thespiritual guidance all around her — the signs, symbols, synchronicities,visionary dreams and angelic visitations — and found her way from poverty andtrauma to success as a prolific author. Eventually,she felt called by spirit to write her latest book, Ready to Listen?: ASpiritual Self-Help Memoir. “The Universe is always speaking, always nudging, always offering signs,”Sanders writes. “When you learn to recognize them, interpret them, and alignyour efforts with their direction, you can manifest anything your heartdesires.” In Ready to Listen?, Sanders shares her deeply personal journey of learning totrust her inner guidance while shedding the masks shaped by societal pressureto reclaim her authentic self. “This is not glossy manifestation,” Sanders said. “It’s not spiritual cliché. It’s the hard, honest work of waking up after years of shrinking.” Blending memoir, psychology and spiritual insight, Sanders explores: • How burnout can be a message, not a failure • Why silencing yourself is often mistaken for maturity • The difference between fear’s noise and intuition’s quiet persistence • What it means to reclaim your voice in a world that rewards your silence Through her story, Sanders invites readers, especially women who’ve spent yearsperforming strength, to stop overriding their own inner truth, dust off theirdreams and reconnect with their power. “I hope readers feel less alone in questioning their power to create change andmore confident in themselves, their abilities and their intuition,” she added.“If someone finishes the book feeling empowered, braver, inspired and excitedabout their future, then it has done its work.” Ready to Listen?: A Spiritual Self-Help Memoir ISBN-13: 979-8993513201 Available from: https://www.amazon.com/Ready-Listen-spiritual-self-help-memoir/dp/B0G5TJP2GK and other online retailers TIP SHEET The press release above may be published in part or entirety by any print,broadcast or internet/digital media outlet, or used by any means of socialmedia sharing. Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews and Q&As are available uponrequest. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Leslie Lee Sanders resides in Arizonawith her husband, three daughters and a wild beast she calls her imagination. She launched her writingcareer in 2005, publishing more than 30 books across multiple genres. Writingas L.L. Sanders, she crafts psychological thrillers and horror, while her worksunder Leslie Lee Sanders explore diverse romance and dystopian fiction, oftenblending genres in unexpected ways.

A bold mindset that crushes self-doubt, fear and awakens the unstoppable force within you Filled with perspective-shifting insights, The More Mindset: Break Mental Limits and Step into Extraordinary Results delivers a roadmap for your future. Pagano gives readers the tools and techniques, backed by science and neuroplasticity, that transformed her life and the lives of many she’s coached throughout her career as an action-driven mindset coach. Pagano shares relatable stories from her own life that will leave you inspired and ready to take action. This book is a testament to the inspiration that can emerge from life's challenges. In this book, readers will learn how to: Harness the power of your thoughts so your beliefs build you up rather than break you down Recognize and conquer your fears that have been quietly running the show in your life Take bold, imperfect action with confidence and develop a daily state of gratitude Embody a winning mindset to gain momentum Build resilience and grit to become unstoppable Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking for more, a business leader carrying the weight of others expectations, or juggling work and family while still holding onto big dreams, The More Mindset is your key to start living a life filled with purpose and fulfillment, the life that you’ve always dreamed of. Hi, I’m Diana Pagano, I’m a successful entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, 2X national bestselling author author, mom of four and a wife to a man who dreams as big as I do. I fill my life with healthy breakfast smoothies, very high heels, and a fierce passion for helping others “Make Things Happen!” But that wasn’t always my story…. I grew up with little to no certainty, overcoming obstacles was the norm. Living to just survive. I did not know what it was like to have stability and security. Simply, trying to make sense out of life. Wondering “How is this my life?!” Ever asked yourself that? Failure was just not an option for me…. I wanted more! That’s when I realized I wasn’t truly living with intention. I was settling. I had to make a change, reprogram and reset my way of thinking. I learned the power which exists in every one of us, God’s greatest gift, to control what I allowed in and how to take control of how I was manifesting my reality. I raised my standards both in business and my personal life. I transformed my life! I’ve created an amazing life that I have always dreamed of and so can you! From being a successful real estate professional and business leader; no professional milestone even comes close to the passion – to the obsession – I feel each day for showing you how to “Make Things Happen”. Not only are YOU capable in changing your life around for the better – you deserve it! I’m here to tell you, you can change your circumstance around regardless of how you got there. Regardless of your past circumstances, regardless of your life path… YOU, CAN “MAKE THINGS HAPPEN!”

Is It Burnout, orBetrayal Trauma? Burnout,which is estimated to cost the USover $500B every year, is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “anoccupational phenomenon resulting from chronic stress that has not beensuccessfully managed.” But what ifBurnout isn’t just about overwork, too little rest, or setting poor boundaries,as is often assumed? What if it’s about Betrayal Trauma? Many peoplearen’t just tired or overwhelmed; they’re disoriented. The institutions andidentity narratives that have shaped how they understand fairness, opportunity,justice, and stability feel less predictable. When systems shift faster thanidentity can adapt, the nervous system registers a threat. The result lookslike overwhelm, outrage, shutdown, or exhaustion — but underneath it isidentity disruption, the precursor to Betrayal Trauma. Thesymptoms of Burnout and Betrayal Trauma are strikingly similar, yet their rootcauses are very different. Recognizing the difference is key to a productivesolution. Interview Op: Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt, former attorneyturned Burnout and Betrayal Expert, Author, and Speaker, explains what BetrayalTrauma is, why it is often mistaken for Burnout, how to recognize thedifference, and how to embrace betrayal as a threshold for productivechange. Website: https://loracheadle.com/ Sample Media: PIX11 on WPIX-TV New York | The Optimal Life Podcast Social Media: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram “People don’t always burn out from workinghard—they often burn out from working hard for a story that stops beingtrue.” ~ Lora Cheadle Talk Points: · Thesymptoms of Burnout and Betrayal Trauma are strikingly similar, yet their rootcauses are very different. o Theroot cause of Burnout is unmanaged stress. § Burnoutis characterized by 1) feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion, 2) increasedmental distancing from one’s job or negative feelings towards one’s career and3) reduced professional productivity. o BetrayalTrauma is caused by broken expectations that have ruptured your view ofyourself, the world, or your career. § Thesymptoms of Betrayal Trauma include 1) feeling emotionally numb and withdrawingsocially, 2) having negative beliefs about yourself and others, 3) experiencinghypervigilance towards perceived threats and 4) difficulty managing youremotions. · Whyso many people feel destabilized right now · Howinstitutional trust erosion impacts identity · Examplesof expectations that can cause Betrayal Trauma if broken: Loyalty will berewarded/ Hard work will lead to promotions/ “Doing everything right” will leadto recognition · Howto recognize Burnout vs Betrayal Trauma in yourself (It may also be a littlebit of both.) · Thesolution is not in doing more. Doing more and doubling down on performanceleads to more stress and more opportunities to have your expectationsbroken. · Thesolution is to FUEL UP- empower yourself to reserve more of your energy and maintainthe capacity to manage both your stress and your broken expectations moreeffectively by following these practical steps: o F-Find your why o U-Uncover the truth o E-Expectation management o L-Learn to laugh o UP-Unbroken Promises About Lora Cheadle: LORA CHEADLE, JD CHt, is an author, TEDx speaker, and leadershipwellness coach who specializes in burnout and betrayal recovery. She showsburned-out professionals, teams, and organizations how to reframe burnout asbetrayal trauma so they can get to the root cause of their symptoms and stayengaged, productive, and happy for the long haul.

https://www.somaarah.love/ Soma ARah is a Cosmic Starseed A Pleiadian Channel. A Pleiadian Hybrid with a Galactic mission on Earth. Who has remembered her mission through extreme abuse and trauma as a child she began having spiritual experiences and connecting to the Pleiadians as a child brought about by trauma. (trauma releases D.M.T) Receiving Downloads & Transmissions of information from the Pleiadians. An Out of Body Experience with Jesus at the age of 12 that stopped her from committing suicide. This experience changed everything for her, she began meditating in her room alone not knowing that it was called “Meditation” and reading esoteric books by Edgar Cayce and Doris Stokes. She was blocked by the Pleiadians from entering the secondary school system and rather received her education directly from the Pleiadians, spirit and her guides she spent her childhood years from 12 to 16 reading and meditating alone in her room while receiving downloads and transmissions from the Pleiadians. Throughout her life she has had many spiritual experiences part of her Mission is to help awaken and raise the frequency of Humanity bringing forth teachings, transmissions and downloads from the Pleiadians helping to create a New Earth during this Ascension Period. Soma ARah Internationally Renowned Psychic, Medium, Reiki Master, Healer, Shamanic Practitioner, Pleiadian Starseed, Pleiadian Channel, Pleiadian Hybrid, UFO Abductee, Contactee & Experiencer, A Channel For The Pleiadians Since Childhood, Spiritual Teacher, Visionary, Indigo Adult, Indigo Mystic, Clairvoyant, Lightworker, Channel, Empathic, Intuitive, Healing Channel Author of The Pleiadian Child Available on Amazon & What's Really Going On? Available on soon on www.SomaARah.Love My Mission Soma ARah is a Pleiadian Starseed & Channel who came to help assist Humanity Raise its Frequency. To Inspire, To Uplift, To Shine, To Teach, To Learn, To Heal, To Transform, To Grow. To Share Teachings, Downloads, Transmissions & Channellings from the Pleiadians. As part of her mission and why she’s here at this time on earth now, that we call Ascension Through Readings, Courses, Workshops and more. A beacon of Light, Inspiration she came to Reach Humanity. “Chosen by our ancient galactic cousins to communicate the messages for Humanity.” - April Cordner

A very brief synopsis of my coming to the country this year being the 40th anniversary The history of me wanting to help people in South Africa and the beginning in this country The faith in which I was born in and the spirituality that I followed as a child and adult - culminating in me opening the Indian Association, Of Santa Barbara encompassing the Sikh Association of Santa Barbara. This led to much interfaith work and eventually into working with different religious organizations to bring a more positive role in interfaith gatherings The history of the start of the “Street Langar “and how I intend to do this in Santa Barbara in Association with the UCSB SIKH ASSOC Which will also be held on 25 April on State Street close to the corner of Cota Street

New findings from USC just detailed a statistical nightmare for parents: Federal data confirms that 71% of schools are currently overwhelmed by a record-breaking spike in "acting out" and student anxiety. The fallout is a disaster for literacy. Students struggling with these emotional hurdles score 11 percentile points lower on tests than their peers. The bottom line: You can’t teach a child to read if they don't know how to handle a tantrum first. Joy Berry is the "Inventor of Self-Help for Kids" who provides the literal manual for this crisis. With 85 million books sold, she replaces "acting out" with self-reliance. Joy can provide expert commentary on: The "Tantrum-to-Textbook" Bridge: Why kids literally cannot learn to read while their brains are in "fight or flight" mode. The 11-Point Crash: Why traditional discipline is failing the 71% and how "Living Skills" (honesty, self-control, and responsibility) are the only way to bridge the academic gap. The Post-Pandemic Panic: How to identify the 3 specific skills kids lost during lockdown—and the step-by-step tools to get them back. Joy is available to show your audience how to move families from "crisis mode" back to learning. About Joy Berry Joy Berry is known as “The Inventor of Self Help Books for Kids,” with more than 200 titles and over 85 million copies sold worldwide. Her work teaches children how to replace negative behavior with responsibility, self control, and real world decision making. She has spent decades developing clear, step by step guidance that helps kids actually change their behavior. A former educator with advanced degrees in Education and Human Development, Joy’s approach is built on one principle: teach children how to think so they can function independently.