Vision Beyond Sight

Awakening Your Deepest Purpose and Living Your Soul’s Work with Jerry Fishman (Episode #156)

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Lynn Hellerstein speaks with Jerry Fishman, a lifelong creator, performer, and transformational leader devoted to helping people see—and live—beyond the limits of who they’ve been told they are, to talk about what it truly means to live your deepest purpose. Jerry shares how purpose is not something we find outside ourselves, but something we reconnect with by listening inwardly and aligning with what feels most true. Drawing from his journey as a young artist in New York and his transformational work today, Jerry explores why so many people feel disconnected from purpose due to distractions, responsibilities, and external expectations. He explains that purpose is not the same as career or achievement—it’s about fulfillment, presence, and authentic expression. Tune in to explore what it really means to live on purpose, why purpose is not tied to career or performance, and how intuition, presence, and reconnecting with childhood joy can guide us back to ourselves. Jerry and Lynn also discuss meditation, trust, and the importance of quieting the external world to listen more deeply within. Jerry shares that purpose is ultimately an expression of love and closes by reflecting on his own soul purpose: bringing people together, helping others feel they belong, and empowering people to live more authentically through his “Awakening Purpose” destination retreats and global outreach work with I Am Humanity. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to stop performing life—and start living from what is most true within you. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.

Longing: A Pilgrimage Into Your Being and Finding Your Purpose Through Sacred Calamity with Christopher Sansone, PhD (Episode #155)

In this meaningful conversation, Dr. Lynn Hellerstein speaks with Christopher Sansone, PhD, author, soul-centered coach and past-life regression guide about his book, Longing: A Pilgrimage to Your Quiet Power Within, and the transformative power of listening to the soul’s longing. Chris explains that many people feel stuck because they are disconnected from their deeper purpose. He shares how suffering or a “sacred calamity,” while painful, can hold meaning and become a path toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. Throughout the episode, Chris discusses powerful stories of individuals who faced profound hardships yet found healing by moving through their pain with courage and openness. He explores the idea of being “spiritual but not religious,” emphasizing that true spirituality comes from within and connects us to a greater source. The conversation also reframes purpose—not as external achievement, but as becoming more fully who we truly are. Chris touches on past-life regression as a tool for healing and accessing the subconscious, reminding listeners that we all carry a deep reservoir of wisdom within us. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to embrace curiosity, self-love, and authentic connection as they navigate life’s challenges and uncover their quiet inner power. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.

More Than Hope: An 18-Year Journey on Chemotherapy and a Multidisciplinary Cancer Team with Glenn Sturm (Episode #154)

In this powerful episode, Dr. Lynn Hellerstein speaks with Glenn Sturm, bestselling author, astrophotographer, and 18 years on chemo and counting. Guided by values like “Sturms never quit,” Glenn shares how he pursues passion, spreads positivity, and refuses to let cancer define his life. He highlights the impact of a multidisciplinary cancer care team where specialists collaborate and patients are part of the decision-making. This approach can significantly reduce mortality and improve quality of life compared to solo care. From managing cancer fatigue to using simple remedies like ginger for nausea, Glenn shares practical ways to navigate treatment. Originally given 2.5 years to live, he’s now looking at 30—crediting team-based care and self-advocacy. Despite its benefits, multidisciplinary care faces barriers like insurance and provider resistance particularly in the United States. While it’s typical to find palliative care team and tumor boards in hospitals, it is more challenging to find a true multidisciplinary cancer care team. Glenn’s mission is to raise awareness and encourage patients to seek better, more collaborative care through his books Warrior Hate War, Cancer Set Me Free and his upcoming work More Than Hope. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.

Policy or Safety? The Traumatic Impact of Immigration Enforcement on Children with Gladis Molina (Episode #153)

Dr. Lynn Hellerstein sits down with Gladis Molina, an advocate for immigrant children and families, to explore the profound and often overlooked impact of immigration enforcement on young lives. In this episode, Gladis breaks down the layered risks families face today—from detention to forced separation. She explains how families are often placed into immigration custody, and how outcomes differ depending on a child’s citizenship status. In many cases, children who are U.S. citizens are left behind when their parents are detained, sometimes entering the child welfare system—creating deep emotional trauma for both parent and child. Gladis shares her own childhood experience growing up during civil unrest in El Salvador, reflecting on the lasting effects of being separated from her mother at a young age. That early trauma continues to shape her work today as she advocates for children navigating similar fears, loss, and uncertainty. The conversation also highlights how fear of enforcement is preventing families from seeking medical care, impacting children’s long-term health and well-being. Gladis emphasizes the urgent need for clear boundaries to protect sensitive spaces like schools and healthcare facilities. Despite these challenges, communities are stepping up—escorting children safely to school, raising awareness, and supporting families in crisis. Gladis discusses her work with the Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights, including efforts to reunify children with deported parents and ways individuals can get involved. This episode is a powerful call to awareness and action, inviting listeners to reflect on their values, find courage in small acts, and support efforts that protect the safety and dignity of all children. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.

Staying Sharp: How Brain Science Can Combat Cognitive Decline with Dr. Therese Huston (Episode #152)

Dr. Lynn Hellerstein speaks with Dr. Therese Huston, cognitive neuroscientist, bestselling author, and TEDx speaker about simple, science-based ways to stay mentally sharp from her book Sharp: 14 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life with Brain Science, published by Mayo Clinic Press. Therese explains that cognitive decline isn’t just about aging—it’s shaped by sleep, heart health, exercise, education, and stress. She shares quick tools like a 5-minute sleep reset, list-making, and stress-reducing techniques such as self-touch and breathing exercises. While younger brains process information faster, older brains are better at pattern recognition and emotional regulation. Some forgetfulness is normal, but more serious issues may signal conditions like dementia and Alzheimer's disease. She also highlights that just 10 minutes of daily meditation—using tools like the Healthy Minds app—can help rebuild brain function. The episode wraps with how visualization can improve performance and goal achievement, offering practical ways to keep your brain strong at any age. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.