Rock and Roll Saved My Soul

What song(s) make(s) you sad? Heaven needed a Hero by Jodi Messina -Jenn W . Amazing Grace -Leanne Z. Blackbear - Idfc. / Hasley - Gasoline -Mark R . Testify to Love -Dan S.

Sandy: Yes! I believe this because my cat way laying on my belly before I knew I was pregnant with my 4th kid. Sid:  I do for sure. Animals know all sorts of things that we don't. My cat knows when my chronic pain is acting up and He lays on my knees.  Kate: I think so. My cat can always tell when I'm upset or in pain, even when I'm not physically showing signs of it. Sometimes it seems like he can read my mind and knows when I'm thinking about getting up. Usually that's when he decides to cuddle up right on top of me to try to prevent me from moving.  Facebook weighs in: Not a sixth sense but their senses are way more developed than ours. -Wendy S. I saw a parrot that can read its owner mind -Leanne Z.

Mazes and puzzles are meant to be a fun, creative outlet, but for me, it’s how, in my mind, my anxiety manifests. And it is far from a fun experience. I see it as one of those giant hedge mazes like you see in Alice in Wonderland or Harry Potter. Daunting, but a solvable puzzle…until my anxiety kicks in. It doesn’t happen often and I’m thankful for that, but when it does, I feel like I’m trapped inside the maze. Every turn a dead end and it starts to feel like the walls are moving in on me, shifting deliberately to keep me trapped inside. I struggle, trying to claw my way out, but the further I venture into the maze, the worse my anxiety level becomes and I panic. It’s then that I start to believe that maybe there isn’t a way out any longer and I’ll forever be trapped inside of the maze with no escape. When that reality sinks in, I want to give up, curling up on the ground in the fetal position, sobbing hysterically. The panic attack does eventually subside, but I'm still s

Pawel and Dorota originally met by chance at a Business Networking Conference, after Pawel had made the decision to leave the financial world, and Dorota had recently graduated from the University of Economics in Poznan. Dorota was also currently working for a Polish start up company, and Pawel was preparing to organise his Dreamers event and crowdfunding campaign for the 5 Pieces of Advice project (an initiative that would help spread collective wisdom between different demographics across the world). As the two began to talk, they realised that they both shared the same aspirations and dreams to make the world a better and more loving place. From that moment, both with a passion for business as well as social good, Dorota began helping Pawel with the 5 Pieces of Advice project. Pawel knew that he needed to find a way to engage more people into collecting knowledge and doing good things around the world. He wanted to make 5 Pieces of Advice bigger and more engaging, and after

Why, to you, does it feel like summer zooms by and winter drags on forever? Sandy:  Winter we aren't as busy doing fun things all over. Summer we are outside having fun not stuck inside all the time Aisling:  For many summer goes by in the blink of an eye and winter seems never ending. This in my opinion is because time flies when you're having fun. Yes, there are winter outdoor activities but with the sun setting earlier in the winter & the cold temperatures, there's a lot more that's easier to do in the summer time. Sid:  Because most people find winter unpleasant so it feels like it's taking longer, but people enjoy summer so it feels quicker. Kate: For me, I think it's because you're cooped up inside more during the winter, so you're more likely to get cabin fever and it makes it seem like seem like time is going much slower. Time seems to go by so much faster when you're busier/more active. Facebook Weighs in:

Soon we will be launching a new mission based street team where you will be able to earn points that are redeemable for prizes. Right now we are searching for a name for our new street team! Think you have a brilliant idea of what to call it, send it to us via e-mail!  To keep it fair, only one entry per person. If your name is chosen you will win a $10 Amazon gift card, so put your thinking cap on! The name will be chosen by the social media team without a name attached to keep it fair.  Send your entry to: rockandrollsavedmysoul2014@gmail.com  with "Street Team Contest" in the subject line 

Top New Year's Resolutions from 2017: 1. Lose Weight / Healthier Eating 21.4% 2. Life / Self Improvements 12.3% 3. Better Financial Decisions 8.5% 4. Quit Smoking 7.1% 5. Do more exciting things 6.3% 6. Spend More Time with Family / Close Friends 6.2% 7. Work out more often 5.5% 8. Learn something new on my own 5.3% 9. Do more good deeds for others 5.2% 10. Find the love of my life 4.3 11. Find a better job 4.1% Other 13.8% Percent of Americans who usually make New Year's Resolutions 41 % Percent of Americans who infrequently make New Year's Resolutions 17 % Percent of Americans who absolutely never make New Year's Resolutions 42 % Percent of people who felt they were successful in achieving their resolution 9.2 % Percent who have infrequent success 48.4 % Percent who never succeed and fail on their resolution each year 42.4 % Types of Resolutions: Self Improvement or education related resolutions

Can love really last a lifetime, in your opinion? Sandy:  Love can certainly last forever as long as both parties have Patience, understanding, forgiveness and most of all both communicate with each other. If both sides dont have this and fight for each other then things will not work. However, it is not impossible to make it last. Michaelle: Aisling:  In my opinion, yes, love can really last a lifetime. Any relationship takes work and commitment, true love will always prevail. Sid:  I think it can. If it's honest and true and an effort is made.  Kate: Absolutely. Life and love aren't always easy, but if two people love each other, they'll stick through the good and bad times, working things out and taking life as it comes. Facebook weighs in: I think it can, but you gotta work at it. -Andrew K. Absolutely. But true love isn't just a fantasy inside one's head. It's time, effort, energy, commitment, loyalty, living together

I went to a lot of concerts when I was in college. I wish I could remember all of them now that I'm older. So many memories will be forever lost because of the time that has passed. Stemming from that, I had an idea for a new book for Rock & Roll Saved My Soul: a concert journal. It will be comprised of four page sections where you can put in entries for each concert you attend. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available. It should be published sometime in February on Barnes and Noble for hardcover and Amazon for paperback.

Volunteer of the Year: Sid Scott Lee  I'm an author from a little big town, creating is a big part of my life. I adore animals. I spend most of my days writing and trying to crank out my first novel. I absolutely love reading and creating in anyway I can.  A message from the RRSMS Team:  Kate: Sid, you are such an asset to the team! We wouldn't be where we are today without all of your hard work and dedication. You do so much for us. I cannot thank you enough for everything that you do for me and for the RRSMS family. Andrea: Sid you do an amazing job!! We appreciate your dedication and all your hard work! Congrats Sid! You deserve this. Aisling: Congrats Sid, you're doing an amazing job! Thanks for all that you do! Twinkle:  Thank you Sid! You truly deserve it. No words will suffice our gratitude and appreciation for all the hard work you put in for RRSMS Sandy: Sid, you are so awesome! You do great work for RRSMS and you have a

What advice would you give someone before going to a job interview? Sandy:  Dress nice, but not over the top (unless the job requires it), be yourself (if you are a caring person) make sure you show them that. They want to see these things. Be aware of things you need to work on for yourself. Maybe if you can explain how this job will help you work on sale things. Good luck!! Sid:  Do you best, be honest and attentive.  Aisling:  1. Pick out your outfit the night before, even your shoes. 2. Before the interview do something that helps calm your nerves such as go for a short walk, listen to music. 3. Get plenty of sleep the night before. 4. Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview. 5. Just be yourself. Kate: Be confident, even if you aren't on the inside. Accentuate your strengths. Try to turn your weaknesses into positives.  Facebook weighs in: Depending on where the interview is, some places check your shoes. It was a tip my fianc

My new years resolution is to finish the first chapter of my novel. -Sid L. I'm going to write and read more. I've been doing a bad job at both the past couple years. -Heather K. Try to drink more water. -Lori M. 1. To try & read 6 books each month 2. To try & write 1,000 words a day 3. To set weekly goals that will help me stay on track towards my bigger goals 4. To drink more water 5. Cook more meals at home. -Aisling S. I would like to self publish at least one book in the first quarter of this year. -Michaelle M.

Even before signing his record deal in early 2016, rising star Kane Brown had already established a passionate online following in the millions. Almost immediately, the RCA Nashville/Zone 4 singer/songwriter was making chart history with the release of Chapter 1, which became the highest-debuting country EP of the Nielsen SoundScan era and featured the RIAA Gold-certified “Used to Love You Sober.” His Kane Brownfull-length released in December 2016, debuting at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and Top 10 on the Billboard 200 all-genre chart. Country’s #1 best-selling new-artist album debut since 2014, Kane Brown also claimed the #4 spot as the best-selling new-artist album debut of 2016, in any genre, and launched the Platinum-certified smash “What Ifs,” featuring Lauren Alaina. The October 6, 2017, release of the 15-song Kane BrownDeluxe Edition builds on that success with four new tracks including “Setting the Night on Fire—a duet with Brown’s hero and RCA labelmate Chris

New year resolutions: good or bad idea? Sandy:  I think they are good if you can stick to them. Most of us don't though Sid:  It really depends on the type of person you are. If you like setting goals and meeting them, then go for it! If not… maybe skip the new year resolutions. Kate: I'm not necessarily against improving one's self, but you don't need the whole new year, new you attitude to do it. You can start any day, any time. Setting goals and working towards them are great. I just don't feel that you need to wait for a new year to go for your goals. Facebook weighs in:   I think they're a waste of time. I don't think you should wait to make a goal. You can start one on a Tuesday at 7:38 p.m. if you wanted to. If you have to wait for a new year to start a goal, to me it feels like you're just putting it off. -Colleen R. Most people break them after a few days. You can set a goal any day though, so why wait? -Joseph