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What can trigger a bad mood? Our unusually soggy weather this summer and overcast skies can get a lot of people down. I’m a little unusual in that – as a meteorologist – I’m typically energized by forecasting and covering such weather. But even I find myself feeling lethargic and moody if the sun hasn’t been shining for a few days. What is an easy way to elevate your mood? Exercise! Running helps me clear my head. When I can’t do that, I never underestimate the power of good music to lift my mood. What saying puts you in a better mood? “Good things come to those who wait, but the best things come to those willing to work for them.” Where do you go to improve your mood? My favorite “rainy day” mood-booster is to head to a dance class at Dance 101. When all else fails, where can you go for help? Family and friends can be your best support group. For me, my husband is my sounding board and the one most likely to notice changes in my mood. However, if you suffer from true Seasonal Affective Disorder (also known as the “winter blues”), you should seek the advice of a physician who may suggest light therapy or medication.

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Get Reel By Flannery Winchester From classics like “Gone with the Wind” to the notyet-released “Anchorman 2,” Atlanta has hosted cast and crew of many movie productions over the years. At any given time, there are typically about 13 TV shows or movies filming in the city. If you want to know which ones and take a peek at the locations where they’re shot, grab a seat on the bus with Atlanta Movie Tours. On one of their tours, the Atlanta Film Sites Tour, you’ll see the car chase site from “Identity Thief,” the park that appears in “What to Expect When You’re Expecting,” Katherine Heigl’s bakery in “Life as We Know It,” the NCAA offices from “The Blind Side,” and multiple sites featured in “Driving Miss Daisy.” The tour guides, many of whom have been extras or had larger roles in these productions, will add in plenty of bonus information about TV shows like “The Walking Dead,” “Drop Dead Diva,” and “Vampire Diaries.”

Take a Hike For an adventure straight out of an Indiana Jones adventure movie, try your luck on the Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike at Tallulah Gorge State Park’s Tallulah Falls. The Tallulah Gorge is two miles long and nearly 1,000 feet deep with a suspension bridge that sits 80 feet up, providing trekkers amazing views of the waterfalls and river. This nighttime mile and a half hike under the full moon is not for the faint of heart! The cost is $5 for the hike and $5 for parking. The hikes are offered on September 19, from 7 – 9 p.m., and September 20, from 8:15 – 10:15 p.m. Details: 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Drive, Tallulah Falls, GA, (706) 754-7981, www.gastateparks.org

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The tour wraps up with group pictures in front of the downtown skyline and exclusive information about the filming of “Hunger Games: Catching Fire,” which comes out in November of this year. Atlanta Movie Tours will be adding a dedicated Hunger Games movie tour in the fall, but any of their available tours are sure to round out your Atlanta movie education and give you some great insider info. $30 Details: www.atlantamovietours.com, www.cometourgeorgia.com

Under the Fig Tree Enjoy nature’s bounty in the most logical place: outside! Each Sunday from September 8 to October 20, chef, event planner, and Best Self’s Over 40 & Fabulous! top 10 contest winner Sean O’Keefe will host Under the Fig Tree, an outdoor cooking class complete with grills, smokers, and a tented dining room. Taste seasonal flavors and fresh ingredients with groups of up to 20. Details: www.seanokeefeevents.com

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Cocktails in the Garden Sept., every Thursday 6-10 p.m. Live DJs, chef demos, and cultural performances, all in the middle of the Atlanta Botanical Garden! 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA, www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org

Midtown Restaurant Week Sept. 7-15 Brunch, lunch, and dinner from Midtown’s best restaurants will be available on fixed price menus from $15-$35 per person. www.atlrestaurantweek.com

DocuFest Atlanta Sept. 12-15 This four-day festival brings you independent documentaries from across the globe, shown at Goat Farm Arts Center. 1200 Foster St. NW, Atlanta, GA, www.auff.org

5th Annual Atlanta Barb-B-Q Festival Sept. 13-14 Featuring Atlanta’s best barbecue restaurants and 50 barbecue teams from across the region. Atlantic Station, www.atlbbqfest.com

Jazzoo Sept. 14 Walk on the wild side at this event featuring 30 Atlanta restaurants and four stages of live music, all with the backdrop of Zoo Atlanta. www.zooatlanta.org

Atlanta Arts Festival Sept. 14-15 Featuring 200 of the country’s artists, this festival also offers art demonstrations, classes, and food. Admission is free. Piedmont Park, beginning at 10 a.m. both days. www.atlantaartsfestival.com

NamasDAY Sept. 19 Celebrate the third annual namasDAY at exhale spa. The event will feature complimentary yoga classes, trunk shows and mini spa therapies. www.exhalespa.com/namasDAY

Music Midtown Sept. 21-22 Now with two stages, Music Midtown’s lineup this year includes The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Weezer, Journey and more. $52 www.musicmidtown.com

Jeanne Robertson: The FAB’ulously Funny Tour Sept. 21 This almost-70-year-old comedian, a former Miss North Carolina, is sure to have you rolling with laughter no matter what your age. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA, www.cobbenergycentre.com

The Color Run Sept. 28 Wear white and prepare to be painted as you run the “Happiest 5K on the Planet” at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. www.thecolorrun.com/atlanta-fall

Allstate Life Insurance 13.1 Marathon Oct. 6 Lace up your running shoes and come run this half marathon. The race begins in Town Brookhaven. www.131marathon.com/atlanta

Sarah Brightman at the Fox Theatre Oct. 9 Come see the “Phantom of the Opera’s” original Christine on her world tour promoting her new CD “Dreamchaser.” Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA, www.foxtheatre.org www.bestselfconnect.com

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Feel the Heat Goga Studios has Far Infrared Saunas that aid the body in detoxification, weight loss, and pain relief. Far Infrared Heat Therapy is one of the safest and most efficient detoxification methods for expelling harmful environmental toxins, chemical residues and dangerous heavy metals from the human body. Far Infrared Radiant Heat will Burn 600 + calories in a 30 minute session. Healing Therapy with Far Infrared Saunas provides real, lasting relief for: Nerve Damage, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Muscle Pain, Carpal Tunnel and Joint Pain. Infrared heat penetrates directly to the pain source to heal and soothe naturally. Goga Studios 3005 Old Alabama Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 (770) 343-6007 www.gogajohnscreek.com

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o you often find yourself lying in bed doing everything but sleeping? Is the digital glow of the alarm clock mocking you as you try to get the rest you need to be productive? When these bouts of sleeplessness become severe enough that they result in a disruption of your daytime activities, you may be suffering from insomnia. If so, then you are not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one-third of Americans suffer from insufficient sleep or some kind of sleep disorder.

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Get the Test If you’re so tired that you’re snapping at your family members and dozing at your desk, you may want to consider seeking medical help to get to the root of the problem. Select your doctor based on what you know about your sleep issues—do you snore? An ear, nose, and throat specialist might be your best bet, since you may be having trouble with the physical mechanics of your sleep. “One major sleep issue, obstructive sleep apnea, is treated by ENT doctors as it involves the tongue, soft palette and nasal airway,” explains Dr. Jeffrey M. Gallups, a double board certified physician specializing in nasal and sinus disorders. “ENT is the only specialty that can lessen or cure obstructive apnea through surgery. Obstructive apnea can also make reflux worse for those who suffer with it.” If you aren’t sure what the issue is, a general sleep specialist is a good place to start. Your doctor will likely begin by having you fill out a questionnaire about your sleep habits and lifestyle. Based on your answers, he or she may order a sleep study. Dr. Parina Shah, the medical director for FusionHealth, says these tests are performed either in a sleep lab or at the patient’s home. Your sleep patterns will be monitored, and data on the amount of time spent asleep and awake will be

collected. Whether at home or in the lab, a sleep study can accurately determine whether or not someone is suffering from insomnia or sleep apnea. Once a diagnosis is reached, there are plenty of techniques you can try at home to help alleviate the symptoms. But before you try to make yourself sleepy with a glass of your favorite wine, keep reading. You may be surprised by what saves or sabotages your snooze.

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First, turn off the screens. At least an hour before you want to fall asleep, Dr. Shah says to turn off TVs, laptops, and other electronic devices because “the bright light from them fools the brain into thinking that it’s daytime, and it makes it harder for you to fall asleep.” So, though it may be tough to part with your beloved e-reader or iPad, go old school and snuggle up with a regular book, magazine, or some other unplugged activity so your brain and body can realize it’s nighttime. www.bestselfconnect.com

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Another important factor is routine, routine, routine. “Get up at the same time each day seven days a week, avoid daytime naps, and make sure the bedroom is used only for sleep—sexual intercourse excepted,” says Dr. Faisal M. Bhutta, a board-certified sleep and lung disorder specialist at North Fulton Hospital. And, though you may be tempted to add an adult beverage to your bedtime routine, don’t. Dr. Shah says alcohol can actually make your sleep more fitful, so stick with some warm (decaf) tea. If all else fails, don’t just lie there counting down the hours until your alarm. If you’re still awake after 20 or 25 minutes in bed, Dr. Shah recommends getting up and leaving the bedroom for another dark area until you’re sleepy again.

Treatments & New Services Desperate to reach dreamland, you may find yourself trying everything from traditional medicine to alternative remedies such as acupuncture, herbal remedies or meditation. Dr. Bhutta says the evidence suggesting the success for these is sparse, but adds, “One supplement I do often recommend is melatonin. It is available over the counter in the U.S. and can be quite effective for certain types of insomnia.” If your insomnia is due to sleep apnea, though, board-certified sleep disorder specialist Dr. Ron Alvarez says the effective treatments are usually more medically geared than a simple supplement. “CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure, works for virtually anyone suffering from sleep apnea,” he says. “You have a mask and are hooked up to a machine that forces air through your throat and opens the airway so you don’t stop breathing.” Dr. Alvarez explains that one of the newer treatments involves radio frequency tongue abrasion. The technology has been in place for about 10 years but in the past year or two has become the most popular method of treating blockages that cause apnea. “A probe is placed in the patient’s mouth and a scar is created on the

tongue, shrinking it,” Dr. Alvarez says. “We used to have procedures where we removed part of the patient’s palate, but this is less invasive.” He notes that at-home treatments for apnea are successful as well, one of which he calls positional therapy. “A lot of times sleep apnea symptoms are worse when you sleep on your back,” he says. “By sleeping on your side or your belly, you can keep the airway clearer.” If you constantly find yourself waking up on your back, try this trick: Sew a tennis ball into the back of a T-shirt and wear it to bed. That way, you’ll be uncomfortable when you roll onto your back and will stay on your side.

My Sanctuary In a new poll from 2012, the National Sleep Foundation Bedroom Poll asked Americans about key elements of their bedrooms – the results they found were pretty interesting. When asked what was important for their sleep, about nine out of 10 (93 percent) rated having a comfortable mattress and pillows (91 percent) as important to getting a good night’s sleep, followed closely by comfortable sheets (86 percent). It may sound simple, but making sure your mattress is supportive and comfortable can make a big difference. Moreover, use sheets and pillows that are free of allergens that may be affecting your sleep. At the end of the day, there are several treatments available that can improve your sleep and your overall functioning. You don’t need to walk around in a fog because of lack of sleep. If you follow these lifestyle tips, get a diagnosis, and discuss a treatment plan with your doctor, you’ll be well rested in no time. Read on for real stories of troubled sleepers.

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“Doctors tell me because of my hours that my circadian rhythms are off,” he explains. (A circadian rhythm is defined as a roughly 24 hour cycle in the physiological processes of living beings. According to the National Sleep Foundation, our internal circadian biological clocks regulate the timing of periods of sleepiness and wakefulness throughout the day.) “They suggest I keep the same schedule on the weekend to help.” Unfortunately, this remedy doesn’t work for him. “I just can’t go to bed at 10 p.m. and wake up at 4 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. I have to have some kind of social life.” Weiss has been to three different sleep specialists, and so far the only thing that has worked has been Lunesta. Weiss goes on to explain “If I’m off the Lunesta then I’m tired, irritable, and can’t concentrate.” Weiss attempted to get off the drug cold turkey, but he ended up sick. His general practitioner told him to go back on Lunesta so he could get enough rest for his body to heal properly. Although he has not found a permanent remedy yet, he is still hopeful.

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“I knew that lack of sleep would eventually lead to other more serious issues, so I had to find out what was causing my sleeplessness,” he says. Stewart decided to see Dr. Mark Yanta, who had him complete a sleep study at North Fulton Regional Hospital. The diagnosis was a moderate case of sleep apnea. Stewart was put on a sleep apnea machine that helps his breathing during the night, keeping passageways open for better breathing. “I’m still in a transition mode, but the CPAP machine seems to be making rest better,” he says. “It takes a while to get used to wearing a mask at night, but I’m definitely feeling better the next day.” Stewart admits he still gets up at least once per night, but it is now a lot easier to fall back asleep. “I’m not sleeping a full eight hours and probably never will, but the treatments Dr. Yanta prescribed have definitely made a positive impact. I have more energy, which leads to me being more active.” Green_Pear_Saavy_Rest_1-4.indd 1

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Five years ago, Ana Kewes was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. The tumor was estrogen receptive, so the chemo she received not only targeted the cancer cells, but also wiped out the estrogen in her system. The treatment put her body into a chemically induced menopause, which led to night sweats, frequent hot flashes, and depression, all of which resulted in insomnia. The oncologist she was seeing put her on sleeping and antidepressant medication to try to help. Her doctor also prescribed exercise, but she was too weak to do it very much. On top of that, Kewes was snoring. She went to see Dr. Ronald J. Alvarez, who diagnosed her with sleep apnea. “I figured I’m getting little sleep as it is, and on top of that with sleep apnea, it’s no wonder why I was tired all the time,” she says. She was put on a CPAP machine and instructed to use it every night.

“It’s been a challenge getting used to it, but I’m trying. My goal is to be off the sleeping meds soon,” she admits. “I might need to seek further medical care for it, but one step at a time. I still have sleepless nights. But when I can’t sleep I get up and read or do a puzzle. Now when I do sleep, at least I don’t quit breathing.”

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here are perks to getting older – finally settling into a career, dishing out wisdom to younger generations and having more time to practice that golf swing. But there are cons too, some of which are the rising health concerns as we age. Men in particular have a unique health concern: prostate cancer. Their risk increases drastically as they approach 50, and more than 70 percent of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age of 65. Prostate cancer, the most common non-skin cancer among men, affects the prostate gland and shows virtually no symptoms. “When the cancer is curable, there are zero symptoms,” says Dr. Frank Critz, founder and medical director of Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia. “When prostate cancer shows symptoms, it may have moved to your bones and you develop back aches – this is when it’s too late.”

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In 2012, more than 241,000 American men were diagnosed with the disease – in the U.S., one in six men will be affected by prostate cancer in their lifetime. “There are 30,000 men that die annually because of prostate cancer – it’s a really broad spectrum of disease,” Dr. Critz says. “We know that with the slow growing disease, you can have it for 20 or 30 years with no issue. The hard part is determining which treatment to choose when you are diagnosed.” Before the anxiety sets in, it’s important to know what you’re dealing with, and since September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, now is as good a time as any to get educated. As with many forms of cancer, certain groups will be affected more than others. According to Dr. James Benton, a board-certified radiation oncologist and president of Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, “Men with a first-degree relative with prostate cancer, and men of AfricanAmerican heritage, have a 2-2.5-fold increased risk of developing prostate cancer.”

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the survival rate for men with localized cancer, contained just to the prostate, is nearly 100 percent. This rate drops to just 29 percent once the cancer has spread to distant lymph nodes, bones, and other organs. Early detection testing, such as a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test or digital rectal exam (DRE), are the most common forms of prostate cancer screening. A PSA blood test measures the level of PSA, a substance made by the prostate gland, found in the blood – most healthy levels are under four nanograms per milliliter. A rising PSA level may indicate the presence of cancer. Currently, the American Cancer Society recommends men discuss their testing options with their health care provider and make an informed decision. This discussion should take place at age 50 for men at an average risk for prostate cancer, at age 45 for men with a high risk (family history, African-American race), and at age 40 for men with more than one close family member who has had prostate cancer at an early age. The practice of earlier PSA testing is somewhat controversial – some urologists agree with the recommendation to test as necessary, while others feel this should only be an annual screening after a man reaches a certain age. “The argument is that of all the people who have an annual PSA, a percentage may not have prostate cancer, and they still go through the cost of the testing and a biopsy if PSA levels are high,” says Dr. Scott Miller of Georgia Urology. “The second argument is if someone is diagnosed, a lot of prostate cancer doesn’t need to be treated immediately, but can be monitored. You don’t want to over treat.” Dr. Miller says, “However, the death rate is down 40 percent or greater since the introduction of PSA testing. The other side of the argument is that prostate cancer does not really cause symptoms while it is still curable. A PSA test is the only thing we have to detect at a time when [prostate cancer] is still curable. If we eliminate PSA, we don’t know what the number of deaths would be.”

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Over the last few years, there have been multiple advancements in screening and treatment. Before you decide which option is best for you, Dr. Benton says to ask your primary care physician three simple questions: What should be my PSA value for my age? What is the real risk of screening? What is the benefit and risk of treating prostate cancer? “Of note, there is little or no risk to screening, whether through a PSA or DRE test,” he says. New screening tests are on their way, such as a prostate cancer antigen 3 (PCA3) test, which looks at the level of PCA3 in the urine. There is also a genetic test being developed to look at the DNA of cancer cells to assess the degree of aggressiveness. The treatment options for prostate cancer have improved from rudimentary surgery to advanced and minimally invasive procedures. According to Dr. Benton, current treatment strategies include open or robotic surgery, various radiation approaches, cryotherapy, hormonal therapy, high intensity focus ultrasound, and immunotherapy. “I suspect in the future, other immunotherapies, biological agents, and possibly genetic management will be available,” he says. “At this time, there are a number of therapeutic and diagnostic options on the horizon. Specifically, researchers are studying multi-gene panels to determine which prostate cancers are more likely to be virulent or indolent, and therefore, which cancer will benefit from immediate treatment, delayed treatment, or no treatment.” Just this year, Dr. Critz and Dr. Benton, along with Dr. Philip Shrake and Dr. Mark Merlin at RCOG, published the first prostate cancer study of its kind, analyzing 25 years of follow-up data after radiation therapy treatment in prostate cancer patients. The study analyzed men who received I-125 radioactive seed implants followed by beam radiation, and it concluded 73 percent of men who received this treatment had no evidence of prostate cancer 25 years after completion. “It’s important to determine how long we should study men after they are cancer free. It used to be 10 years was good enough, and we find now that it’s at least 15 years that we need to follow up. Five percent of the patients had cancer come back after 10 years,” explains Dr. Critz. Another important thing to note is patients may also be able to live with prostate cancer, under surveillance and annual check-ups, for years with little to no issue. “The biggest movement right now is the implementation of active surveillance. You don’t necessarily have to be treated for prostate cancer if you are diagnosed,” Dr. Critz says. “We need to educate the medical profession that there are people out there who can be observed.” When choosing a treatment option or educating yourself on the risks and signs, it’s important to know the facts. With all of the information out there, Dr. Miller offers this simple advice: “Any male over the age of 40 needs to know their risk of prostate cancer and needs to know their risk of screening. One size does not fit all.” Remember to seek advice from your doctor and most importantly, choose the option that works best for you.

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Consumer expert/radio personality WHAT WAS THE FIRST THING YOU DID AFTER YOU WERE DIAGNOSED? Continued sightseeing in coastal China. When I returned about a week later, I went with my wife to meet the urologist, Dr. Bruce Green and the surgeon, Dr. Nikki Shah.

WHAT TYPE OF TREATMENT DID YOU UNDERGO? After my consultation with them and a follow-up with a cousin of mine, Dr. Skip Holden, who is a urologist in Los Angeles, I entered a program called active surveillance. I have a blood test every 90 days and at first, a biopsy every 12 months. My cancer has shown no growth in these five years, so now I have a biopsy every 18 months.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL IS THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER? That treatment must begin immediately. Prostate cancer is unique among all cancers. It comes in more than two dozen genetic varieties of various levels of aggressiveness. Somewhere between 25 percent and 50 percent of men with prostate cancer have a variety that is so low growth that it is likely to have a zero percent chance of danger to your life or life span. The other 50 percent to 75 percent of men (the exact percent is still being debated in science) must move quickly into treatment. The key is knowing which genetic group you are in. New testing can determine with a high degree of certainty which group you are in.

HOW HAS YOUR DIET CHANGED SINCE YOU WERE DIAGNOSED? I eat a lot more vegetables. I even eat broccoli, and I hate broccoli but have it at least twice a week.

HOW HAS YOUR OUTLOOK ON LIFE AND HEALTH IN GENERAL CHANGED?

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I have always had a sunny disposition. That has stayed the same. I eat much better and watch my weight like a hawk. I weigh myself every day of my life.

When Clark Howard found out he was diagnosed with prostate cancer he was in Shanghai, China. “My wife got a call from the doctor that I had prostate cancer, and she had the unhappy task of telling me over the phone,” he recalls. “I was disappointed, but that was about all as I knew I had very early stage. My Gleason score, a measurement of the severity of my cancer, was a 6, which is the lowest score you can have with a cancer diagnosis.” Howard admits he didn’t know of any family history of the disease, but nevertheless he was quick to start learning all he could about it. “While I was still in China, I found enormous information in medical journals. I read and read and read.”

WHAT INVOLVEMENT DO YOU HAVE IN RAISING AWARENESS FOR PROSTATE HEALTH? I participate in prostate cancer run/walks, speak to organizations devoted to men’s health and have joined the board of the Prostate Cancer Foundation. I have used the microphone to spread the word on my syndicated radio show. I give an update once a year on the air and on clarkhoward.com.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO MEN ABOUT THIS DISEASE? Don’t panic. If you find out you have prostate cancer, explore all your options. If you are considered low risk, think about doing active surveillance.

NAME SOMETHING ON YOUR BUCKET LIST I want to go to Iceland and New Zealand. I have been to every continent except Antarctica. I always thought I wanted to go there, but they don’t have chain restaurants.

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Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition board member He had a radical prostatectomy in February of 1989. It was discovered after his post-op procedures that Stevens was already at stage 3 in his cancer. Stevens says his first thought about the diagnosis was, “OK, let’s get this thing out, and I’ll go on about my business.” His wife, a nurse at the Shepherd Center at the time, told him that his lack of reaction was because he didn’t have a clue about what he was going through. Looking back, Stevens agrees, “Boy, was she right!”

WHAT WAS THE FIRST THING YOU DID AFTER YOU WERE DIAGNOSED? I went to St. Simons and spent a week playing golf.

WHERE DID YOU GO TO FIND SUPPORT? American Cancer Society. I had heard lots about BRCa and precious little about prostate cancer even though they had the same statistics. I swore I would strive to change that and volunteered to be a spokesman for the ACS. I’ve been doing that ever since. That was my support therapy.

WHAT WAS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU RECEIVED? Keep on keepin’ on. Spread the word. Talk about it.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL IS THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER? Number one on a “Myths about PCa” list is “You will not be able to have sex after treatment.” The myth can become reality if the PCa is found in an advanced stage.

HOW HAS YOUR OUTLOOK ON LIFE CHANGED? I give thanks every day that I am vertical. I used to take it for granted.

WHAT INVOLVEMENT DO YOU HAVE IN RAISING AWARENESS FOR PROSTATE HEALTH?

Ken Stevens was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1987, before PSA was used as a detection tool. He went in for an exam and came out with the diagnosis of a lump on his prostate. “They sent me to a urologist who sent me to DeKalb Medical Center for a biopsy. They were done then by finding the target with a Digital Rectal Examination — no ultrasonic-guided technology was yet available,” he explains. “The total time I spent at the hospital was three days — now it takes about one hour.” After that exam, the results were still inconclusive, so Stevens returned later for more analysis. Eventually his diagnosis was unequivocal carcinoma of the prostate, and the orders were to schedule surgery.

I’ve been a spokesman since 1990 for American Cancer Society. In 2000, a like-minded group of survivors (seven of us) founded the Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition. Our mission is to promote prostate cancer awareness. We now number 17 on the board and some 35 to 40 like-minded survivors, all volunteers.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO MEN ABOUT THIS DISEASE? Talk about it, learn about it and get information about it so that if you find it, you can make an educated decision. Remember that the first answer of this response is that the procedures are changing, and then, so must your knowledge.

NAME SOMETHING ON YOUR BUCKET LIST. Get up in the morning. “There is no such thing as a bad day,” says Hamilton Jordon, author of a book by the same name.

LAST BOOK YOU READ? “Surviving and Thriving — Candid, Real Life Stories of Prostate Cancer, A Complete Guide For Every Man (And Woman),” written and published by the staff at Midtown Urology. My story is in chapter 13.

WHO IS YOUR HERO? Roosevelt Grier, one of the fearsome foursome, a PC survivor, speaker about prostate cancer, and the best needlepoint artist of all time.

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Reporter with WXIA-TV, 11Alive WHAT WAS THE FIRST THING YOU DID AFTER YOU WERE DIAGNOSED? I took a trip to North Carolina to visit a friend. I had a long drive to reflect and decided it was only proper for me to go public. I started a blog soon after and have kept it going for almost five years now.

WHERE DID YOU GO TO FIND SUPPORT? I talked to a lot of people who’ve endured the same cancer and treatment. There are plenty of support groups out there, including the one at St. Joseph’s Hospital where I had surgery. Most of all, I’ve relied on my family, mainly my wife, and on God.

WHAT WAS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU RECEIVED? Do your research, talk to people who’ve been through it, and do what makes you feel comfortable. Treatment may not be necessary. There are low aggressive forms of cancer that you can survive for years. My cancer was not aggressive, and I could have picked a “wait and watch” approach. My fear was waiting 20 years before facing a cancer that decided to spread. I’d rather have surgery at 49 than 69. Don’t limit your discussions to one doctor or one potential treatment. And include your wife. She’ll ask the most pertinent and vital questions. Take her to every single doctor’s appointment.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL IS THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER? That it’s an old man’s disease and it’s no big deal. There are people in their 30s who’ve been diagnosed with it.

HOW HAS YOUR OUTLOOK ON LIFE CHANGED? I’ve grown closer to God. It’s not that I feel I had a brush with death. That’s not it at all. It was a signal that I’ve reached an inevitable stage in my life. The stage where I need to acknowledge that I’m not so strong and that God is the only real source of true strength.

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WHAT INVOLVEMENT DO YOU HAVE IN RAISING AWARENESS FOR PROSTATE HEALTH?

When Jerry Carnes was diagnosed with prostate cancer in August 2008, he was not surprised. “My father was diagnosed the year before with what would turn out to be incurable prostate cancer,” he explains. “I kind of suspected it would pay me a visit at some point. The only real surprise was that it would come so early.” Besides his father, cancer has also affected his sister’s life. “My sister is currently beginning her fourth battle with breast cancer, but she is so upbeat it is unbelievable. If anyone can beat it, she can,” he says. For his cancer, Carnes underwent robotic surgery and walked away with minimal side effects and a clean bill of health. “I had surgery and the cancer is gone. I’m really one of the really lucky ones.”

I talk, and I write. I’ve appeared at dozens of events to spread awareness. There’s the Blue Ties luncheon every year and the Dash4Dads event at Father’s Day that I promote. I’m a board member of the Men’s Health and Wellness Center and the Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition. The station, 11Alive, has also supported my efforts. They started a campaign called Wear the Gown as a way to spread the word about the dangers of prostate cancer.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO MEN ABOUT THIS DISEASE? Don’t be afraid to talk about it. Ask questions. It’s nothing to be embarrassed about. There are a lot of us out there who’ve been through it, and we’ll be honest with you. Just don’t ignore it, that’s deadly. I know so many men who don’t even get yearly physicals and it breaks my heart. Knowledge is key.

NAME SOMETHING ON YOUR BUCKET LIST. Do something significant in the fight against cancer.

WHO IS YOUR HERO? My father.

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WHAT WAS THE FIRST THING YOU DID AFTER YOU WERE DIAGNOSED? I had to decide how I was going to go forward. I could either fall down on the floor in self-pity, or I could simply realize how lucky I was to have found out early and return the favor by making certain other guys knew to get tested and watch their PSA levels. Having a “mission” that I felt was worthy helped me focus on others and not on myself. I remembered a phrase that I grew up with: “God doesn’t give you things you can’t handle.” I have since added to that, “But, he also expects you to handle what he gives you.”

WHAT WAS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU RECEIVED? To be patient. Recovering from surgery is a process. I’m sure the same is true with radiation or any other treatment.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL IS THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER? That it “won’t happen to me.” Too many guys are walking around now, completely unaware that they have the early stages of prostate cancer. One in six will get it. We need more guys to go to the doctor on a regular basis, get tested, and then to know their (PSA) score the way they know their golf score.

HOW HAS YOUR OUTLOOK ON LIFE CHANGED? I know how much I am blessed to have excellent health care. I have a greater sense of how important it is to take care of myself. I am still around at age 62 for a reason. I’d like to continue to be a survivor for a long, long time.

WHAT INVOLVEMENT DO YOU HAVE IN RAISING AWARENESS FOR PROSTATE HEALTH? I have joined the Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition (GPCC), a terrific organization that focuses on awareness. It’s made up almost entirely of prostate cancer survivors who have a passion for awareness.

Bill Buckley was diagnosed with prostate cancer in January of 2012. Buckley had no family history of this cancer, but when his regular doctor saw his PSA rise during physicals over an 18-month period of time, he referred him to a urologist for a biopsy. “PSA testing saved my life,” he says. In March of 2012, Buckley opted to have his prostate removed. “‘When in doubt, take it out’ is the motto I heard a lot, and it was just the best option for me. There were side effects that occurred instantly as a result of the surgery such as incontinence and impotence. And while they lasted longer than I would have liked, I am now fully recovered and thankful that I chose the route I did. I am very fortunate.” www.bestselfconnect.com

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WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO MEN ABOUT THIS DISEASE? Get regular checkups that include a physical exam of your prostate and a blood test that measures your PSA. If you are going to have prostate cancer, find it early, while you still have choices (as I did). It’s lousy not to have choices other than a dramatic, negative effect on your lifestyle and a shorter life.

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“We’ve probably seen some improvement or at least stabilization,” says Dr. Stephanie Walsh, medical director of child wellness for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. This does not mean that Georgia has reached the finish line, but it does mean that childhood obesity is a problem that can be solved. “It should be encouraging. If we all work together, we can change the way we’ve been living.”

Lower sodium limits will be required by the 2014-2015 school year, and these could also prove to be a trial for picky eaters. “This year our focus is testing and implementing recipes with more herbs and spices and fresh ingredients. Healthy food isn’t nutritious until it’s eaten, so we’ve always involved students in our menu planning process,” says Brittany Slotten, MS, RD, LD, food and nutrition area supervisor with Cobb County School District. “We constantly collect feedback about our menus and test new products and recipes with students.” Working with and educating students has earned the Cobb County School District awards from the USDA for creating healthier school environments through promotion of good nutrition and physical activity. The district served more than 80,000 pounds of Georgia Grown produce in school cafeterias during the 2012-2013 school year.

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“If we were able to figure out ‘energy in and energy out,’ we would solve the obesity issue,” says Vanetta Keyes, founder and executive director, Center Helping Obesity In Children End Successfully, Inc. (CHOICES). At CHOICES, parents are encouraged to set the standard. “We want parents to be an example,” says Keyes. “You cannot ask your child to go walk because they are overweight, and you stay home and open a pint of ice cream. In order for children to change, they’ve got to see the adults in their lives as role models. They need to know that someone is there as their cheerleader.” Parent Myia Clay turned to CHOICES several years ago to help her teenage daughter, knowing that the 8th grader’s activity level was causing a weight problem. “We wanted to find something that she could be a part of to encourage her to lose weight,” says Clay, who appreciated the program enough that she still volunteers with CHOICES. “We increased her activities a bit. It was helpful allowing her to come to herself as an individual and say, ‘This is what I need to do.’” With many temptations readily available, the battle against childhood obesity will not be won overnight, but as awareness increases and schools and organizations join the fight, parents can find the support they need.

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Each year CHOICES, based in Kennesaw and downtown Atlanta, hosts two expos to bring health education into underserved communities. Those are the areas that need more after-school programs and subsidized activity offerings. At its new location, CHOICES will have a teaching kitchen where they will be able to train representatives who can take healthy practices into more communities. They also offer Camp Diva, a summer camp for overweight girls, and Sisters in the LITE, a 12-week program that teaches girls and women how to sustain a healthy weight by making lifestyle changes. www.choicesforkids.org

Camp Strong4Life Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Strong4Life program combines a fun camp, parent involvement and healthy education for kids struggling with their weight. Families must attend Family Welcome Weekends in the spring and in the fall, while children attend a one-week summer camp where campers participate in traditional camp activities like rock climbing and swimming while also gaining the support of other children struggling with the same issues. www.strong4life.com

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Active Schools Acceleration Project (ASAP) ASAP is an entrepreneurial non-profit focused on increasing quality physical activity in schools. The organization will provide $1,000 to 1,000 schools ($1 million total) across the country to help implement one of three innovative movement programs. Any school in the nation can apply for the funding, and seven Atlanta-area schools were awarded monies for the 2013-2014 school year. www.activeschoolsasap.org

Georgia SHAPE Launched by Governor Nathan Deal, this initiative addresses childhood obesity by providing digital resources at GeorgiaSHAPE.org. The resources include a fitness directory where people can enter their zip code and a list of nearby fitness programs will be provided. Georgia SHAPE also wants to combat childhood obesity at the very earliest by promoting breastfeeding. www.georgiashape.org

The Recess Rocks This national initiative offers a low-cost way for schools and other organizations to integrate physical exercise into kids’ days with things like “Subject Switchins” and “Hallway Grooves” to get kids moving in a fun way. Recess Rocks provides a free toolkit to implement their positive program in any area. www.recessrocks.com

PowerUp! This after-school program combats childhood obesity in Georgia on the local level by encouraging physical activity and healthier eating habits for Georgia’s kids. This initiative is led by the Resurgens Charitable Foundation, whose mission, among others, is to address childhood obesity. Some of PowerUP!’s other partners are the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, fitAtlanta Magazine, and the Georgia Department of Education. www.powerupgeorgia.org

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Editorial Resources Active Schools Acceleration Project – www.activeschoolsasap.org Camp Strong4Life - www.strong4life.com Dr. Stephanie Walsh – Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, www.choa.org Vanetta Keyes – CHOICES, Inc., www.choicesforkids.org Emily Rose – Georgia Organics, www.georgiaorganics.org Georgia SHAPE – www.georgiashape.org Kaiser Permanente – www.kp.org PowerUp! - www.powerupgeorgia.org The Recess Rocks – www.recessrocks.com Voices for Healthy Kids – www.voicesforhealthykids.org

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What can the Marketplace offer my family and me? The main thing the Marketplace offers is government subsidies for lower-income individuals and families. “Lower-income” is defined as an annual income of less than 400 percent of the poverty level – for an individual, Owen says, that works out to about $45,000. Weiss points out that the number of dependents will raise this threshold. For example, 400 percent of the poverty level for a family of four is about $95,000. If you or your family fall within this 400 percent category and do not have access to affordable healthcare through an employer, you should be eligible for a government subsidy through the Marketplace to help with the cost of your premium. Weiss explains that the subsidies are “financial assistance, basically. And so those that have not been able to afford it before, now have opportunities to afford it.”

What about my business? If you run a small business (fewer than 50 employees) and are below a certain threshold, your business too may be eligible for a subsidy through the online Small Business Health Options Program, known as SHOP. The smallest businesses, Owen says, with fewer than 25 employees who make less than $50,000 annually, may also be eligible for a small tax credit through the SHOP. Owen posits that the price offerings for businesses through the SHOP may not be very different from those found elsewhere, so she says the Marketplace and its subsidy offerings will likely be most utilized by individuals. “All businesses, including small businesses, need to be aware of the compliance/administrative impact. I refer to this as the “soft cost” associated with the law. The man-hours, systems, reporting, etc. that it will take to maintain compliance will be an added burden to all businesses (i.e. the mandatory DOL notice all businesses have to distribute to all employees no later than October 1, 2013).”

Let’s talk money. Will I pay more? Maybe. Part of the ACA is something called “community rating,” according to Owen, Haglund, and Weiss. Weiss explains that the “community” this phrase refers to is a geographic community. “For instance, Metro Atlanta is ‘Rating Area #3,’” she says. Insurance companies now look at your geographical area and your age to determine your rate. “Tobacco status is also taken into account,” Parker says. This is different than in the past, when your personal medical experience determined your rate. “So that could mean an increase in cost for some people and a decrease in cost for other people,” says Weiss. Something else to consider is a new three-to-one ratio in place for insurance companies: The price of their lowest-cost person cannot be more than three times the cost of their highest-cost person. Now, an example in plain English: If a 20-year-old is paying $100, a 60-year-old can only be charged three times that amount, or $300. Before the reform, that disparity was as high as a ratio of six to one. Basically, this means that in the past, young healthy people started out with low premiums that could – and would – climb throughout their lives. With the new ratio in place, you can expect less fluctuation across your lifetime. Weiss illustrates it plainly, saying, “Imagine that as a big slope. As you bring the slope more toward even, you’re going to see some rates increase for younger folks and some rates decrease for older folks.” Haglund explains, “If community rating for individuals and groups under 50 means that rates are basically averaged, then in theory 50 percent of Americans should pay more and 50 percent will pay less. However, because of required changes in coverage and new taxes, if I had to guess, then more likely 75 percent will pay a higher premium and 25 percent will pay less. Groups with more than 50 employees also have new taxes in January so rates should increase on those group plans.” This is all an educated guess as specific rates have not been released. Parker also notes, “With such a restrictive three to one band you may see a shift in the whole price continuum towards a more expensive cost. I would be very surprised if 25 percent or more saw a price decrease.” www.bestselfconnect.com

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But before you younger readers worry too much about your rates possibly increasing, remember that the subsidy kicks in if you make anything up to about $45,000 per year. If you make more than that but still don’t feel you can afford your healthcare premiums, Weiss says the government has created a catastrophic plan, which is a lower-cost plan geared toward people under 30. Haglund expresses some concerns that this younger age bracket still might struggle to afford their premiums when the community rating kicks in, but Weiss says, “I think there are enough options, and quite honestly, so many people fall under the subsidy amount.” So, how does the law’s implementation vary from state to state and what does that mean to Georgia residents? “Each state is making a number of decisions about implementation that will change the experience for consumers in small ways. For instance, in some states (i.e. CA and OR), they are mandating health plan designs,” says Weiss. This means that all carriers will offer the same plan and the difference will be in the choice of doctors, quality and price. Some are mandating rules about how brokers can sell on the Marketplace (MD, CO). There are many more differences as well. What this means is that consumers may have a slightly different shopping experience in other states, but in general all states have essential health benefits, access to premium subsidies through the Marketplace and standard pricing rules across carriers. Georgians may not see a Marketplace or plans that are tailored directly for the unique aspects of Georgia, but they will still receive all the same benefits that other states will have.

What if I don’t want or need to use the Marketplace? Good news: You don’t have to! The Marketplace is merely a tool for customers who want to take advantage of the federal subsidies. Weiss points out, “You can still do any of your normal shopping methods that you use today: going directly to carrier sites, using the broker, etc.” If you don’t need to shop around because you’re insured through work and satisfied with your coverage, then as long as your company keeps the same plan, it’s unlikely that much will change. Even your doctor will probably stay the same, since most employers are not changing their networks of care providers. The only real difference, Weiss says, is “people are getting more coverage than before, and that means your costs are more. But it’s that tradeoff,” she says – higher costs, but better care. She points out that the “lean plans” of years past with high deductibles and little coverage would certainly be cheaper, but thanks to the law’s requirements about “essential health benefits,” insurers are required to provide more coverage than before. “It varies how much that is going to increase costs for folks,” says Weiss. “We have a lot of people that will actually see their prices drop.” So, while the exact changes in rates remains to be seen, the bottom line is that there are lots of options out there and you, the consumer, are more empowered than ever to find the coverage you need. Whether you utilize subsidies through the Marketplace for yourself, through SHOP for your business, or whether you stick with an employer’s plan, know that it’s up to you to seek out the right plan. Above all, make sure you use your available tools and resources to find coverage that works for you and is effective by January 1, 2014. If you have further questions, post them on our Facebook page (www.facebook. com/bestselfatlanta). We’ll ask our experts to answer them in “The ‘New’ Healthcare: Part II,” coming in October, which will delve deeper into this complicated topic. Editor’s Note: While every effort was made to ensure the information provided in this article was accurate up until press day, due to implementation changes that are continuing to be made, we cannot guarantee the information has not changed in some way.

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Painting Atlanta, Empowering the World By Flannery Winchester Body painting. Is it different? Yes. Is it sexy? Sure. Is it about more than that? Absolutely. Over the last few years, The Chelko Foundation has brought body Randi Layne and Paul Chelko painting events to Atlanta and paired this unique art form with their ultimate mission of ending gender bias. It all began with the man himself, Atlanta artist Paul Chelko. After watching his dear wife Debbie suffer through breast cancer, he was angry at how women were treated in the medical system and in the world. His frustration spurred him toward great things: He started The Chelko Foundation with the lofty, overarching goal of ending gender discrimination and violence toward women. Chelko was an artist, so the foundation tapped into various forms of the arts to further their mission.

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Randi Layne, the executive director of The Chelko Foundation, met Chelko in the early ‘80s when he was painting jeans in the window of Tootsies in Atlanta. Already he appreciated an unconventional canvas for art, and Layne remembers that he had “paint buckets everywhere, just painting clothing—jeans, jean jackets, shirts, everything.” She was drawn to his dynamic, engaging personality, and they soon became close friends. In 2007, when Chelko passed away from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Layne took over his foundation. She was a natural choice thanks to her close relationship with Chelko and the fact that, she says, “Women’s issues really speak to me.” At first she was a little afraid to tackle such a big goal. She was encouraged, though, when she realized, “[Running the foundation] did for me what we want to do for other women. What it did was empower me.” With that knowledge and personal success already under her belt, she forged ahead with Chelko’s mission to empower other people through artistic media.

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34TH ANNUAL GREAT MILLER LITE CHILI COOK-OFF

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HISTORIC BROOKHAVEN CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF HOMES Enjoy an exclusive look at the beautiful homes of Brookhaven while supporting Atlanta’s two Ronald McDonald Houses. 5:30-8:30 p.m. www.armhc.org

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Known by many as “The Bra Whisperer,” Susan Nethero has helped countless women find the bra of their dreams and changed the way they feel about themselves. Giving women a positive body image is something she is passionate about. Whether she was doing a bra fitting at Intimacy, the store she founded in 1992, or fitting Oprah Winfrey herself, it is all about uplifting the spirit. She remembers, “At Intimacy, we were able to take our expertise and share it every day to uplift women and give them a whole new confidence about their beauty, their bodies and their lives!” Nethero’s newest venture, REVEAL Total Transformation, with a two-time Emmy-nominated executive producer, centers on improving women’s self-esteem, body image, and confidence. “My life’s purpose is to uplift and support women in their professional and personal lives,” she says.

Best advice you ever received?

Find something you are passionate about and don’t let others discourage you from pursuing your dreams. You may not be able to have it all, but you can surely get a whole lot of what you want by loving what you do every day! So live large!

Best achievement?

Being on The Oprah Show five times and really exploding women’s interests in bras and how they make a difference in a woman’s shape, beauty and confidence! It still blows my mind to see the transformations of women at Intimacy bra fit boutiques.

Best thing about owning your own business?

Creating a culture of fulfillment for each employee and serving the needs of customers before your own.

Best new project?

I am actively working on women’s self-esteem issues through the new REVEAL Total Transformation seminars to help women improve their self-perception, body image and confidence. I am working with an esteemed reality TV executive producer of over 100 style and makeover shows, Riaz Patel, whose experience is unparalleled. We will offer innovative perception and psychological techniques to help women let go of years of defeating behaviors and see themselves in a new light. The next Reveal workshop will be September 28-29 and October 19- 20. There is more information on the website www.revealworkshop.com.

Best bra you’ve ever owned?

Marie Jo bras from Intimacy because they are beautiful and fit me perfectly.

Best guilty pleasure?

I love shopping for new clothes and feeling special in new fashions!

Best surefire mood booster?

A good glass of wine to share in my husband’s company.

Best place for “me” time? The spa or the pool.

Best book you’ve read recently?

Photo courtesy of Susan Nethero

“Dreaming in Chinese,” as I just got back from a trip to China to visit my youngest daughter, who is a Fulbright Scholar working on empowerment of women in the political process. It has given me great insight into my daughter’s life in China.

Who are the people who help you to be your best self?

I have business associate friends from the corporate and entrepreneurial world that I often call upon for advice, and as a member of C200 and Golden Seeds, I have amazing women with whom to network. My husband and I attend several conferences throughout the year with Dr. George Pratt. We have a personal trainer, Mary Elizabeth Hogenmueller, who is a great motivator for health, wellness and yoga.

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