Honor Your Heart: Jessi Hartnett’s Journey from Addiction to Empowerment

Episode Description:

In this inspiring episode of WV Uncommonplace Podcast, JR Sparrow sits down with Jessi Hartnett—wife, mother, author, and advocate for personal transformation. Jessi opens up about her 15-year battle with addiction and how she overcame it by embracing spiritual principles and the gifts of her heart: wisdom, intuition, and love.

Jessi shares the story behind her transformative book, Honor Your Heart, which offers a unique, emotional approach to quitting smoking. She discusses how her background in Geology, Geography, and Early Childhood Education shaped her perspective and how mythic and psychological concepts guided her journey toward self-discovery and healing.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration to make a change or looking for tools to quit smoking, this episode is packed with actionable advice and heartfelt insights.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•Jessi’s personal journey through addiction and recovery.

•The spiritual principles that helped her transform her life.

•How she developed the method outlined in her book, Honor Your Heart.

•The emotional and psychological aspects of quitting smoking.

•Practical advice for overcoming negative self-talk and finding purpose.

Connect with Jessi Hartnett:

•Website: www.honoryourheart.net

•Book: Honor Your Heart

Connect with WV Uncommonplace Podcast:

•Instagram: @wvuncommonplace

•Website: wvuncommonplace.com

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In this insightful and inspiring episode of WV UncommonPlace Interview and Sessions, JR Sparrow sits down with Nathaniel A. Turner, a visionary author, speaker, and humanitarian. Nathaniel shares his extraordinary journey of creating a purpose-driven life and his pioneering Life Template method that empowers individuals and families to design their lives backward for success.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Life Template: How Nathaniel's backward design approach helped his son achieve academic excellence and personal growth without privilege or shortcuts.
• Parenting with Purpose: Nathaniel's mission to provide his son with opportunities for success, including playing soccer in Brazil, mastering four languages, and excelling at Harvard-level standards.
• Education and Empowerment: The strategies behind raising a child who earned a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University and an MBA from NYU Stern.
• Life Lessons: Nathaniel's passion for leaving a positive legacy, embracing joy, and ensuring others feel seen, heard, and valued.

Why You Should Listen:

Nathaniel's story will leave you motivated to think differently about success, parenting, and personal growth. Whether you're an educator, parent, or simply someone striving to live life on purpose, Nathaniel's tools and techniques will provide a fresh perspective.

Tune in to this episode for laughter, thought-provoking moments, and actionable strategies to serve something greater than yourself.

In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of WV UncommonPlace Interview and Sessions, JR Sparrow sits down with Erica D'Arcangelo, author of A Story About Pizza. This historical fiction novel is based on the life of her grandfather, an Italian immigrant who came to America to work as a coal miner and later built a legacy rooted in family, food, and, of course, pizza.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Story Behind the Story: Erica shares how her grandfather's journey inspired A Story About Pizza, blending historical fiction with real-life family experiences.
• Growing Up Italian: Exploring the importance of Italian culture, family values, and food traditions that shaped Erica's upbringing.
• The American Dream: How pizza became a symbol of opportunity for Italian immigrants and the rise of family-owned pizzerias across America.
• Cultural Connections: Why food, family, and storytelling remain vital in preserving heritage and connecting generations.

Why You Should Listen:

Erica D'Arcangelo's storytelling will transport you through history, culture, and the heartwarming moments of family life. Whether you love pizza, enjoy historical fiction, or appreciate immigrant success stories, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and nostalgic.

Tune in to hear Erica's reflections on Italian culture, her family’s journey, and how pizza became more than just a meal—it became a legacy.