Speaking
| Watch a preview of Lori in action with a live audience. She shares her experiences on how candida, sugar sensitivity, and controlling relationships contributed to her bulimia. She discusses steps in her healing: improving self-esteem, Hellerwork, how our thoughts affect our bodies and describes how different her life is today. |
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"Any advisor who truly cares about helping their students needs to book my friend Lori Hanson. Her message is one that positively influences students!"
James Malinchak "Two-Time College Speaker of the Year"
Co-Author, Chicken Soup for the College Soul, www.Malinchak.com |
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Lori's Mission
"To inspire people to live peaceful, purposeful, balanced lives"
Lori speaks to teens, college students, women and parents to build awareness on the devastating effects of eating disorders and much needed balance in life. Her goal is to help them develop coping skills and avoid addictive behaviors.
An entertaining and humorous speaker Lori shares her personal story of self-healing and recovery in her speeches. She also serenades her audiences with her songs. She challenges and inspires audiences to embrace their personal power and live life consciously.
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Speaker Testimonials
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"Thank you for such an awesome presentation at the November 19th program meeting for Soroptimist International of Glendale. Wow! Our club members are still singing your praises! Your motivational presentation, How to Keep Balance in a Crazy Lifestyle, was delivered in such a captivating way — and your ability to craft your message in an energetic and inspiring manner made it a fun and memorable experience for all who attended. On behalf of the SIG Board, I appreciate the valuable contribution you have made by speaking at our meeting and making our program meeting most enjoyable for our members. The knowledge, information, and enthusiasm you shared really inspired us to find guilt-free balance in this crazy lifestyle we certainly all live."
Liz Mirzaian, 1st Vice President of Programs
Soroptimist International of Glendale
"Wow! Lori Hanson is a powerful and exciting speaker and an entertaining singer. She had all 250 women in stitches with her song! If you can book Lori for your women's or community event it will be the BEST decision you make."
Dawn Cooper RN, BSN
Director Program Development, Citrus Valley Health Partners
"Your Balanced Nutrition on a Budget speech was perfect fit for our LifeForward community advocacy workshop. Your energy and humor were a great addition to our program."
Chris Miller, President
Zonta Club of Santa Clarita
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"Lori Hanson exudes the passion and energy of an individual who thrives on helping people improve their lives. She is an engaging and entertaining speaker. She discusses topics people don't usually talk about and inspired us to evaluate how we deal with stress and the amount of balance in our lives. Lori is humorous, compassionate and has a valuable message to share. I would highly recommend her for your next event."
Greg Nutter
Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club |
"Thank you so much for your terrific presentation last night. You did a great job explaining the often confusing maze of Amazon's information and programs, and your handout was very helpful. You are a wonderful speaker and we all greatly enjoyed your take on Aaron's book, what worked for you and your books, and the tips you shared with everyone. I received many compliments on the program and it was obvious what a great success it was by how many people were talking to you afterward. Thanks again for your time and support of PALA."
Sharon Goldinger
Vice President, Publishers Association of Los Angeles (pa-la.org)
"Just a quick note to thank you for your excellent presentation last night. I think it was the best PALA seminar ever. I especially appreciated your PowerPoint handouts to take notes on."
M. Crandall, Ph.D.
"Lori-really well done. You were very polished, decisive, informative, poised. Very impressive. We all thank you for an outstanding and generous presentation. We've received several praises about your presentation."
Gary Young
President, Publishers Association of Los Angeles (pa-la.org)
Director of Professional Development, Independent Writers of S CA (iwosc.org) |
"How to Keep Balance in this Crazy Life"
Lori is Available for Women's & Community Programs:
Hospital Community Outreach Programs
Women's Conferences or Retreats
Women's Professional Organizations
Women's Executive Retreats
PTA Programs or Events
Chamber of Commerce or other Community Events
Wellness Programs or Events
Student Quotes
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"Lori was personal, honest and funny."
"What I really liked most about Lori's talk was the fact that she brought many new ideas and stories to help others deal with life situations."
"I liked that Lori's message was clear and relatable. She used eating disorders as an example but showing how different ways of thinking about oneself applies to a variety of issues and situations. She also encouraged me to keep hope for situations which sometimes seem hopeless."
"I liked the energy exercise."
"What I liked about Lori's speech is now I can cope with things in a different way. Such as friends, family and work. I can now do things in a positive way instead of negative. Thanx."
"Lori touched all the points that affect me in my daily life (body image, self-esteem, stress). I liked her speech because it helped me to realize things about my self-esteem. Keep up your good job Lori! Thank You." |
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Lori with Transitional Youth Girls
at Penny Lane after her workshop.
North Hills, CA |
Lori is Available for Teen Programs:
PDF Teen Speaker Brochure
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"Her voice draws you in to listen. There's a calming energy to Lori that invokes a sense of comfort. I was impressed by her victory over her past and the willingness to share to help others to heal."
Bill Parrish
Project Manager, Penny Lane Centers
"Thank you for sharing your life experiences with the young ladies at Penny Lane Centers' Teen Pregnancy Prevention Workshop. You made them feel comfortable with themselves and life. They know you can stumble, fumble in your life's journey, self correct and still continue your journey. Thank you, continue to share your stories."
L. Dianne Kennedy
Volunteer Manager, Pennny Lane Centers
"It was a pleasure meeting you last night and hearing you speak about your book. As a teacher myself, I'd like to commend you for making a difficult subject easily understandable to those of us in the group who were unfamiliar with the terminology. Your knowledge of the subject is clearly vast, and your passion for helping others is obvious and inspiring. The audience ranged from adolescent to senior citizen, yet everyone was engaged and moved by your personal journey."
Karen Ratliff
Middle School Teacher, Santa Clarita, California |
Lori is Available for College and University Programs:
PDF College Speaker Brochure
- Lectures (anytime of year)
- AFA, APCA, NACA, NACURH, AAUW, NACAC functions
- Greek sponsored lectures
- Housing and Residence Life events
- Orientation / Welcome Week
- Student Conferences
- Classroom Programs
- Summer Programs
- Any other function where an "outside" speaker for students is needed
- Wellness Programs or Events
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"Lori Hanson has been a guest speaker for my Introduction to Psychology Class at Angelope Valley College. Lori brings with her a wealth of knowledge and personal experience regarding eating disorders to any venue. Lori very apparently relishes sharing her personal life journey and working with students. She speaks candidly, humorously and from the heart about her life experiences and recovery from bulimia.
She is adept at engaging students in discussions about life coping skills and imparting important information about the escalating epidemic of eating disorders in college life. There is a great need for what she has to offer and her passion for helping students is infectious. What Lori has to offer the college student population, I believe, is very important. Therefore, she will be a permanent part of my guest speakers during the academic year."
George N. Suel Jr. Ed.D.
Adjunct Instructor, Antelope Valley College
"Thanks again for speaking with my class. You gave an interesting and inspiring talk and I have received some unsolicited very positive comments about your presentation."
Ed Mazeika, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology, Pierce College |
OC Network Luncheon "It Started with Pop-Tarts...my story"
Lori is Available for Treatment Facility Events & Workshops:
PDF Brochure
- Eating Disorder Awareness Programs
- Inspirational Talks for Clients and Residents in Treatment
- Sober Living Staff In-Service
- Rehab Treatment Facilities Workshops
- Weekly and Monthly programs available
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"Lori is an outstanding speaker highly knowledgeable in assisting women having eating disorders. She is energetic, enthusiastic and extremely passionate about promoting healthy eating habits. She continues to bring a wealth of new ideas to our treatment team here at Casa de las Amigas.
Lori has a special connection with many of our residents. I do believe her personal experience is one of the strongest attractions for our residents because she demonstrates on a professional and personal level that recovery from any addiction is possible."
Doreen Garcia
Executive Director, Casa de las Amigas
"There was something about Lori...I-realized it was the passion in her voice as she talked about helping the victims suffering from eating disorders. Lori's personal experience hits hard and her authority, confidence, and knowledge of healing is advanced and practical. Lori's life experience suffering from an eating disorder herself combined with her articulate and passionate presence is leading the charge in the holistic treatment of addiction from eating disorders. After hearing Lori lecture I am reminded of the adage "the Cavalry is coming." Lori is on the fast track to becoming an icon in her field."
Mike Gantenbein
CADCII, MA, Drug & Alcohol Counselor |
Book Lori now for your next event!!
More Students Quotes From Lori's Speeches
"Lori shared a lot of useful tips for coping with, dealing with stressful/difficult situations. There were great ideas on how to work on focusing yourself and not always allowing others to "form" who you are. AND she shared some great stories."
"I liked how personal and open Lori was. Because she shared what she went through it made what she was saying seem more sincere."
"I really liked the 3 myths and also the ways of coping with stress."
"I liked the fact of how when Lori met with negative opposition she turned it around to be positive. I like the methods she used to let stress go, by the type of energy a person uses."
"I learned that the way you think is exactly what you bring into your life. And how to cope with stress."
"Lori spoke from her heart and made me feel for people with eating disorders."
"I like how Lori said people have to stop thinking in their bubble. Also how she said people treat you the way you think you deserve to be treated."
"I learned we don't have to be like everyone else and we don't have to care what they say about us."
"Everything was cool. I liked the Metal of Honor™ card part. That's a happy card."
"I like how Lori said you need to feel good and don't let anyone put you down."
"I like how Lori told us how she got through what she was going through and is now helping us just in case we go through life the same thing."
"I liked the fact that Lori was so open. She didn't hold back. She was able to giveus exclusive insight in her life."
"I liked the exercises Lori did with us."
"I liked it when Lori told us her childhood stories and that she was an easy person to understand."
"I like how Lori shared her personal life with us. It really made me think and appreciate myself even more."
"Lori's speech made me feel like I'm not alone and that it's not too late. She also gave me some things I would like to use to feel better."
"I like that Lori told her life story. I can related to her I used to be bulimic."
"I was able to relate to what Lori spoke about. I personally have low self-esteem and now I believe I can handle it and make a difference in my life."
"Lori's a great speaker! She was funny and her story really interested me."
"I liked everything because it all went well together. It wasn't just someone talking on and on about facts."
"I am an athlete, so when I hear about natural energy it helps me believe that I can better myself. As an athlete being in touch with your body is important. Lori seemed very educated about being in touch with your body; which kept me very interested."
"I liked the way Lori used personal stories and talked about how she overcame her problems. She is very sweet and seems like such a srong woman."
"Lori seems to be a very nice and outgoing person who is full of life. I feel like she has a lot of knowledge that she enjoys sharing and has a heart of gold."
"Lori's speech made me realize I can get through something I'm going through right now and that no matter what, my happiness is more important and I am going to be okay."
"I liked that Lori showed us that there are many things you can do to help you be a more positve person. And to accept yourself the way you are because you are worth something."
"What I liked most about Lori's speech was that it wasn't only about bulimia, but more about feeling good about who you are. I admire the fact she is using her story to help others."
"I liked the way Lori explained her life and how even though she knew she had problems, she never gave up."
"I liked Lori's personal stories. She was very cool and got over her problem."
"I liked Lori's personal story on the vision she had about Oprah."
"What I liked most about Lori's speech was that she showed me that I'm not the only one that struggles with food. She inspired me to better myself."
"Lori's speech really connected with me and I got many tips and new ideas about how to deal with problems from her. I know that what she told me can help me live better."
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