Motivation

When CJ Scarlet was told in 2002 that her long-term condition had become life-threatening, her world came to a screeching halt. She spent an entire year consumed by her illness, grief and fear, until a spiritual master told her to turn her attention away from her own troubles and focus on the needs of others.

The more CJ helped others, the happier she became; and the happier she became, the better she felt, until her illness began to reverse itself. Today, CJ can once again do cartwheels, and she is happier than she ever dreamed. By cherishing others more than herself, she has found the secret to both happiness and healing.

When her spiritual teacher told her to write books to help others learn those secrets,CJ sat down and wrote the basis of Neptune’s Gift in one 24-hour period. CJ has completed another book entitled, “The Paradox Principles”, which expands on the lessons CJ learned from her teacher and her illness, and will be published in late 2007. A third book about the healing prayer technique that transformed her illness into healing and happiness will be released in 2008.

CJ Scarlet is a fully Certified Personal Coach and noted expert in victims’ issues and human violence. With seventeen years as an advocate for individuals facing tragedy and trauma, and a Humanities Master’s Degree with an emphasis on Human Violence, CJ has a solid understanding of the myriad physical and emotional challenges people face and how they habitually—and often ineffectually—respond to them. She also has a deep personal connection to others due to her own experience living with a debilitating medical condition. Using unique, paradoxical lessons outlined in her new and upcoming books, CJ has triumphed over her own life-altering obstacles, and is committed to helping others do the same.

As Director of Victim Issues for the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office, CJ initiated and co-chaired the nation’s first Statewide Automated Victim Notification System, which saves lives by ensuring victims are automatically notified when their perpetrators are released from custody. This program was selected as the national model by the U.S. Department of Justice and received numerous national awards.

CJ is an award-winning photojournalist and editor with 25 years of marketing, public relations and professional writing experience. She has given speeches and workshops at state, national and international events. She has appeared on numerous radio and television programs, and was a media spokesperson while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. In 2000 she was one of 20 women in the country selected to present at Springboard Enterprises Mid-Atlantic Venture Capital Forum, which showcases women-led companies to venture capitalists from across the country.

CJ has served on a number of boards and commissions, including the National Victims Constitutional Amendment Network and the North Carolina Governor’s Advisory Commission on Military Affairs. She was chosen as Honor Graduate of her Marine Corps platoon in bootcamp and was named Outstanding Young Careerist by the Business & Professional Women’s Club in her region. The USMC Combat Correspondent’s Association and the Thomas Jefferson Awards Program have honored CJ for her writing and editorial skills.

CJ Scarlet is certified with the Coach Training Alliance and is a member of the International Coaching Federation. She is passionate about her role as a personal coach, author and motivational speaker, through which she helps others achieve the happiness they deserve—using the simple lessons found in her book and other products to help them shift their perspectives and find solutions to the challenges they face.

Jennifer Koretsky is a professional ADD Coach and author of Odd One Out: The Maverick's Guide to Adult ADD. She specializes in coaching overachieving adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), including business owners, entrepreneurs, high-level executives, creative types, and all-around mavericks. She is also a frequent conference speaker. Her work has been featured in various media, including The New York Times Magazine, The London Times, ADDitude Magazine, and numerous books on ADD. Jennifer received a Bachelor's degree in English from Stony Brook University. She worked in advertising and marketing before becoming a coach and founding the ADD Management Group, a company dedicated to helping adults with ADD learn how to simplify, focus, and succeed. Jennifer graduated from The ADD Coach Academy, is a member of CHADD and ADDA, and received an award for "ADDA Volunteer of the Year" in 2006. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, whale watching, and music. She takes voice lessons and hopes to one day front a local rock band. Jennifer resides in Ulster County, NY with her partner, Erin Moore, and their two dogs, Punky and Rascal.