LinkinLady.net: What is your Children's Lullaby cd like?
Samantha: The Children's Lullaby & Meditation CD is a calming soothing introduction for children into meditation with an introduction to music & sounds. It is helpful for children to fall asleep & it is extremely calming. I also wanted to give children an opportunity to discover & learn how to meditate at an early age. Draven had been meditating to CD's like this, including the one I've created. Draven started at the early age of two.
LinkinLady.net: What made you decide to do Creative Life Coaching as a profession?
Samantha: My long desire as early as child hood was to be a philanthropist. I've always wanted to help people & found that I did in many different ways over the years. It's not just about volunteering or writing a check. After my divorce I wanted to find my Life Purpose. I always came back to the conclusion of working with others. A friend had informed me that I could build a career in this field. So I did some intensive research & went back to school. I feel I have a true gift & I'm helping people help themselves everyday. That is the key (helping them, help themselves) together as a team to get them on their right path & hopefully finding their Life Purpose.
LinkinLady.net: How do you have so much energy?
Samantha: I have so much energy because I try to stay in balance. I have always been very spiritual. With finding myself & trying to grow & evolve everyday I have found a balance that works for my life. Making time for my son, myself, staying fit & healthy, finding time for my family & friends, furthering my education, travel, fun, even dating, & enjoying life. Being happy & having laughter really helps this balance. Basically a time management that works for my life that includes these important things. Anyone can make a list of what's important to them & then give time to each of those things & you can create a balance.
LinkinLady.net: Any plans for the future?
Samantha: I have many plans for my future. I would like to now get my doctorate and further my education. I would like to re-marry soon one day. I would like to own a house as a vacation home for my family in another country. Draven & I are planning a European trip this next March. I'm working on workshops currently for the schools in California & would like to work in recovery homes. I have a true belief that recovering addicts do much better with the assistance of Life Coaching. Once they are clean they don't always know what to do next. Most of them start building their lives from scratch. They need a plan & sometimes therapy reminds them of their past & what started them using to begin with. So I want to Life Coach with them to help plan & look forward to their future.
LinkinLady.net: Do you like twitter? What are the pros and cons about it?
Samantha: I do like twitter. The pro's are you can talk to a mass. It can be a great business tool and you can stay in touch with many friends or meet new one's. The con's are it's a text so not everyone can hear or understand how you mean what you say. With that being said, that can become a real problem.
LinkinLady.net: What is your opinion on friendships through the internet, can they work?
Samantha: I hope so. I have made some really strong frienships on the internet. They also can not really understand at times because it is not as personal so you may not hear the person's tone of voice. You also have to be extremely careful. Especially as a Woman. I would not internet date. That is just me though. It may work well for other's that are too busy or shy to get out there & meet someone.
LinkinLady.net: What was your favorite subject back in high school?
Samantha: Recess! LOL I was always very social. Seriously, Drama. It was fun to sing & act. I loved being able to express myself in a different way. I also liked Spanish but I was not focused. Now I'm taking Rosetta Stone! I love it!!:)
LinkinLady.net: What was the best and worst thing of been married to an upcoming rockstar? And did the crazed female fans bother you at all?
Samantha: The best thing was is I believed it would happen. I was & still am very happy & proud. It also goes to show that anyone can do what they want if they put in the work. So the best part was watching someone & others that I cared about making their dreams come true, especially through all the diversities that had to over come. That was the best! The worst, the worst was when we didn't have enough money to see each other. That was extremely hard for me. I loved all the fans even the crazy girls LOL. I thought they were so cute! The only time I didn't like the fans was when I was pregnant. I had Draven through invetro & he was the most important thing to me & it was a very difficult & painful pregnancy. I was extremely protective over my family. I didn't want to be touched or my belly rubbed. It was out of character for me. I'm so social but at that time I wanted that "Special Time" all to myself. I should have sat on an island somewhere all alone, with all my music & a great hospital through my pregnancy. I'm sorry, I'm laughing so hard right now. It's really fun if you can laugh at yourself.
LinkinLady.net: Any advice on coping with the death of someone special?
Samantha: Wow! Very heavy. I like to think that, that someone special is always with you. Looking out for you, like your own personal guardian angel. Keep them in your heart & in your mind. Still love them & try not to ever forget.
LinkinLady.net: What are some TV shows you love?
Samantha: TRUE BLOOD, Entourage, ICarly (ha-ha)
LinkinLady.net: Best movie you've seen this year?
Samantha: I'm not sure if it was this year or last.. I think last.. Across The Universe
LinkinLady.net: Do you have a favorite clothing label or designer that you like to wear?
Samantha: I have no loyalty to one Designer. Jeans, P & Y Denim. Gucci. D & G.
LinkinLady.net: Who are your favorite bands/musicians?
Samantha: The Beatles, The Aditcs, John Gold is a new favorite (kinda surf mellow).. The first two never change...I love all kinds of music. Right now I listen to a lot of Latin, Greek, an Indian... It's refreshing
LinkinLady.net: Can you give us a little more information about DJ Kyle Hendrix's cd that you helped out with?
Samantha: Kyle grew up in the Amazon Rain Forest from 7 to 10& grew up amongst a Tribe called Shuar. His Mother worked as Anthropologist. They came back to the States & his passion has always been music. He worked in Miami as a DJ under the name "RAIN". Now lives in California working under his real name. Kyle Hendrix. He is AMAZING!!!
LinkinLady.net: How do you feel about people recognizing you when you are out sometimes?
Samantha: It always is a compliment, as long as there nice. So far I've been lucky & people have been very supportive & kind.
LinkinLady.net: Are you dating anyone?
Samantha: Yes. I am in LOVE & have finally met my Soul Mate. Funny thing is we have known each other since we have been 12 & reunited into each others life.
LinkinLady.net: How is Draven doing in school so far?
Samantha: He has been an Honor Student every year!
LinkinLady.net: Is there anything that haven't done yet that you'd love to try one day? If so what?
Samantha: Not sure.. Let me think on this one.
Thanks again to Samantha for taking time to answer all of these and having fun with it! Also thank you everyone who sent in questions. I hope you enjoy the interview.
