On episode 8 of AUA HOPE, we discuss the shrinking budget deficit, therapy dogs in the courtroom and how to use meditation to improve your career. We also talk about how to be more confident if you're a highly sensitive person (HSP) and what being HSP means. In our Ray of Hope segment, we meet Black Lives Matter activist Leslie Mac and she tells us why she left her career to focus on her passion full time. We have all that and more so please check out this amazing new episode! 

Intro- rundown of the upcoming storiesWhats the best thing that's happened to you this week?News Stories:Budget Deficit to Reach Seven Year Lowhttp://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/budget-deficit-reach-seven-year-low

Mediation Is No Fad-- it Could be your Careerhttp://www.wired.com/2013/06/meditation-mindfulness-silicon-valley/Dogs Providing Comfort in the Courtroomhttp://www.upworthy.com/testifying-in-front-of-your-attacker-in-court-is-terrifying-these-dogs-make-it-easier?c=ufMusic: There's hope- India ArieHealing Our Personal Energy Why Sensitive Souls Lack Confidence and How to Overcome ithttp://www.kimberleyjones.com/why-sensitive-souls-lack-confidenc/#sthash.H8PBUkX9.2YPFhjli.dpbsMusic: Love Letter to the Beat by Lupe FiascoRay of Hope Segment:Leslie MacMusic: We Gon Be Alright - Kendrick LamarHelping our Prosperity Expand-prosperity consciousness storiesInspirational Quote of the Day-"You are divine enough to ask, and important enough to receive." -- Dr. Wayne W. DyerMusic: Living My Life Like its Golden by Jill Scott