“A Million Miles Away” staring Michael Peña, is inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández. The film follows Jose on a decades-long journey, from a rural village in Michoacán, Mexico, to the fields of the San Joaquin Valley, to more than 200 miles above the Earth in the International Space Station. Despite numerous rejections and impossible odds, Jose makes a hard fought dream a reality. During our interview Dr. Hernandez discussed what it was like to be above the earth and to see the vastness of space. He also explained how to deal with failure and the huge impact ..read more

Every so often a film comes around that reminds us of the unbreakable will of the human spirit. A Million Miles Away staring Michael Peña, is inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández. The film follows Jose on a decades-long journey, from a rural village in Michoacán, Mexico, to the fields of the San Joaquin Valley, to more than 200 miles above the Earth in the International Space Station. Despite numerous rejections and impossible odds, Jose makes a hard fought dream a reality. Available on Amazon Prime, September 15th! The post “A Million Miles Away” a true stor ..read more

  Image via Pexels As a creative, you pour your heart and soul into your work. You have incredible skills and talent, but getting discovered is one of the most significant obstacles that stand in your way. It can be challenging to break into the industry, especially when you’re not entirely sure where to start. But don’t worry! This blog post shared by aknowingspirit.com will guide you through the essential steps you need to take to get discovered as a creative. These strategies are tried and tested, and we’re confident that they’ll help you achieve the success you deserve. Create a BHAG ..read more

Marilyn Mitchell sat down with Candace Paul, founder of Aknowingspirit, for an emotional interview about the failures of the healthcare system. Both Marilyn and Candace had to advocate for a parent while they received emergency medical care, and those moments were difficult to discuss. Marilyn’s book, “In the Hands of Her Caregivers” explains in detail what happened when her mom went to the emergency room, and the series of heart wrenching events that followed. Through it all, Marilyn protected and supported her mother when it felt like no one else would. Watch the interview below to understan ..read more

Something interesting has been happening in the film industry lately. More films telling the true stories of Black heroes—we never knew, are being made. Jesse Brown, the first Black U.S. Naval Aviator to fight in the Korean War, is one such story honoring his life and legacy. Aknowingspirit was invited to a private screening of “Devotion” at the American Film Institute (AFI). Private screening of “Devotion” at AFI The film centers on Jesse Brown as a Naval Officer in flight school, and highlights the racial tensions he endured while in training. Throughout the movie, just before a test, Brown ..read more

A few years ago, the world anxiously waited for updates regarding the boy’s soccer team trapped in a cave. “THIRTEEN LIVES” tells the story about how it happened, and how the brave rescue was even possible. “There were no easy choices in this film,” Candace Paul, founder of Aknowingspirit LLC said. “With each dive, and with every moment that passed, the probability of death for the children and the divers increased exponentially.” The Ron Howard film shows how ingenuity, and faith in action, can make all the difference. Also, why every life matters. “THIRTEEN LIVES” premieres today on Amazon ..read more

Watch this clip of author Christine Young discussing Tatianna’s Ocean Adventures! The post Author Christine Young on Antigua Today! appeared first on aknowingspirit ..read more

On the afternoon of April 20th 2022 God closed one door, and on the morning of April 21st 2022, he opened another, when I received an unexpected e-mail from Tedx Northumbria. They were requesting further clarification of my topic, and within 24-hours.  Being fired from my waitressing job the day before, because, “You’re not gelling with the team,” was a kick in the teeth, as just hours before I’d been told repeatedly that I was world class and would be fantastic with the customers.  When I was fired, however, they were all of a sudden singing from a different hymn book, publicly humi ..read more

Juanita Headley, author of Can You Keep a Secret, will be featured on TEDx today in Cambridge! TEDx is a popular talk platform where people from around the world with various initiatives, exchange innovative ideas. Ms. Headley spoke to Aknowingspirit last year about child abuse, human trafficking, and her important work trying to raise awareness about these issues. Watch our talk here. Tune in today at 10:30ET to listen LIVE. Watch below: The post Aknowingspirit Contributor on TEDx Today! appeared first on aknowingspirit ..read more

At Aknowingspirit, we know that self-care can be painfully easy to overlook when you are new to giving care to someone else. It may seem like your senior loved one requires constant attention and you might develop a guilty conscience if you take time for yourself. Statistics show that over 34 million Americans provide unpaid care to older family members. This massive “workforce” of caregivers would be quickly exhausted without proper consideration for one’s own well-being. Prioritizing your own wellness will make you a happier and more productive caregiver, and you can get started right away w ..read more