Diane holds a master's degree of Science in Healthcare Policy and Management, and a bachelor's degree of Science in Therapeutic Recreation. Diane has been a certified by the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation since 1992. Diane is a seasoned adjunct professor for Florida International University since 2014. Diane has worked many years and a recreational therapist implementing holistic healing modalities. She holds certificates in guided meditation, yoga, hand reflexology, crystal healing, aromatherapy and she is a reiki master. Diane has written professional publications for Creative Forecasting and did a cable interview on the Public Access Channel with Dr. Larry Weiss, Associate Director of The Family Service League called "The Center of the Issue", regarding the establishment of their Saturday RECESS program for emotionally disturbed children. Diane's long dedication to the healthcare field led her to teaching higher education to foster that passion with students in the field of recreational therapy. On September 15, 2021, Diane published her first book-Mind, Body, Spirit and Discovering the Purpose of Life through Balbo Press. You can learn more about Diane on her website & listen to the Engaged in Rec Podcast interview with Diane- https://dianecalabrese.com Diane is also on Who's Who Marquis, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, Goodreads and Onlinebookclub.org.