Joyce Ross, author, editor, and keynote speaker is a co-founder of Kindness Is Key, Training and Publishing Inc., the home of Heartmind Wisdom Inspirational Anthology Collection.
Joyce is a recovering gambling addict who lost over $300,000, her home, and her self-respect. Her story is compelling and revealing as she offers help to those who may have a similar problem -- or know someone who does.
In her interview, Joyce shares not only the indicators to determine that there could be a problem but also some solutions.
Joyce states that "Gambling is a global problem. Depending on the country, it can range from 1 in 500 people in Norway to as high as 1 in 20 people in Hong Kong. In Canada, the United States, and Australia, one percent of the population are considered to be pathological gamblers and one to two percent as problem gamblers."
Anita Barney, widow of the former CEO for Wendy's restaurant, is the only child of an alcoholic father, a victim of physical and emotional abuse by her first husband, a breast cancer survivor, and the target of a compulsive gambler and criminal predator. Anita's honest messages of hope, forgiveness, and second chances will connect with you on many levels.
Anita is a woman who traveled in the 'best' circles. She had been engaged to Henry Mancini and Perry Como was her neighbor. She was not an ignorant woman but easy prey.
When I saw Anita on the Dr. Phil show, I wanted her to be my guest on Never Ever Give Up Hope. Her story needs to be told.
Even as cancer claimed her husband's life, Bob ensured his wife was financially secure and left her with chilling advice, “Don’t let a man take all of your money.”
