Inspirational Writer, Speaker to Present at First Annual ‘Soul Healing Conference’

PINE MOUNTAIN, Ga. - June 25, 2015 - PRLog -- “People Development Expert” and author Maria Higgins will give one of four keynote addresses at the first annual Soul Healing Conference, to be held Sept. 25 through 27 at Callaway Gardens (17800 U.S. 27).

For a limited time, the conference will give away Higgins’ new book “Grab Fear By the Neck” (Clear Steps Group, 2015) to the first 50 people who purchase full registrations to the conference.

Higgins’ new book is an interactive journey of self-discovery that encourages readers to confront the fears that paralyze their forward progress. Higgins wrote the book after overcoming her own fears and finding fulfillment. She later re-wrote her life script and became a speaker, trainer, minister and coach. The principles and techniques outlined in “Grab Fear By the Neck” offer readers a blueprint to start living life on the other side of fear.

Keynote Address

Higgins’ keynote address will take place on Saturday, Sept. 27 during the dinner gala from 8 to 11 p.m. In her presentation, also titled “Grab Fear By the Neck,” Higgins will discuss how fear is part of any person’s natural toolbox of emotions, but when fear paralyzes progress, it has a negative effect on a person’s life. The presentation will provide tools to identify and confront the fears that paralyze progress in four key areas.

Higgins was a shy, antisocial introvert gripped by social fear until she broke free and discovered her gift for public speaking. Her career began in 1997 as a corporate trainer in the IT department for the American Cancer Society. She continued working as a corporate trainer for companies such as Coca-Cola Enterprises, Coca-Cola Refreshments and a few smaller companies. In 2007, after company reorganization, Higgins left corporate training to found Clear Steps Group, Inc. (www.ClearStepsGroup.com), a people development company that provides programs and products to equip people with the skills they need to succeed both personally and professionally. She spent two years in the National Speakers Association (NSA) and began to build a presence throughout the United States, speaking to encourage others to succeed.

Higgins is a Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+), Advanced Communicator and Competent Leader with Toastmasters International and a Licensed Minister at her home church, Harvesttime Apostolic Ministries in Riverdale, Georgia. She is the author of several self-help books and CDs, including “Grab Fear by the Neck” (www.GrabFear.com) and “Money is Never the Problem.”

“We are honored to have such a motivational author grace our conference goers with her wisdom during our dinner gala,” said Shatakia Niles, spokesperson for the Soul Healing Conference. “Listening to Higgins speak is a real treat. We know her presentation will be a highlight of the event.”

Other speakers and break-out sessions

The Soul Healing Conference’s other keynote speakers include veteran TV host, entrepreneur and leader Kim Gravel; business executive and entrepreneur Dr. Monikah Ogando and evangelist and actor DeEtta West. Break-out sessions will be given by other notable leaders, authors and entrepreneurs, including Ellen Baker, Dr. M. Sebrena Jackson, Althea Lawton-Thompson, Dr. Lepora Menefee, Richard Rutledge, Mel Clemmons and Mernice Oliver. A welcome event on Sept. 25 will be hosted by Pastor Julius Miles of Kingdom Generation Church in Orlando, Florida.

Sessions will be provided on personal subjects including self-image, trust issues, value, vices, financial health, transparency, interdependency and leaving a legacy and business topics including fundamentals in business, being successful, branding and marketing, value in the workplace, network/net worth and entrepreneurship.

All proceeds raised from the conference will be donated to the hosting nonprofit, the N.S. Weaver Restoration House & Outreach Mission (http://www.nsweaverrestoration.org/). N.S. Weaver Restoration House and Outreach Mission is a “safe haven” human service resource agency and transitional housing facility located in the Atlanta area.

Space at the Soul Healing Conference is limited; guests can register in advance online at http://conta.cc/1AiCbW4. Full registration includes all sessions, meals and entertainment.

About the Soul Healing Conference

The mission of the Soul Healing Conference is to destroy barriers and overcome obstacles by creating opportunities for women and uncover their unique purpose and power, personally and professionally. The conference provides a dynamic environment for participants to engage through education, empowerment and networking opportunities. Learn more about the Soul Healing Conference and register online at soulhealingconference.com. Follow the Soul Healing Conference on Facebook and Twitter.