NEW YORK, USA

Chicken Soup for the Soul’s Jack Canfield Pens Extensive and Deeply Personal Foreword to Matthew Cossolotto’s Harness Your PromisePower 

Canfield writes in his foreword: “When Matthew first told me about the heartfelt promise he made to his mother and that he was launching a special day called ‘Make a Promise Day’ on May 4th, I was hooked… There was something very attractive, almost magnetic, about this concept. And I say that as somebody who has been intimately involved in the personal development field for many years. I’ve seen and heard just about everything.”  

Jack Canfield, beloved author and speaker, has contributed an extensive and deeply personal foreword to Matthew Cossolotto’s new book: Harness Your PromisePower: Change Your Life, Transform The World. After spending decades studying achievement, purpose, and human potential, while inspiring millions through the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, The Success Principles, and other personal empowerment bestsellers, Canfield writes:

“There truly is something special about a promise, and I congratulate Matthew for shining a spotlight on this unique power through this book, his speeches, and his workshops.”

Canfield makes his emphatic endorsement of Cossolotto’s book unambiguous: “Being associated with Matthew’s inspiring ‘Make a Promise’ project is totally aligned with my life’s purpose.”

In his foreword, Canfield shares details about the purpose-defining promise he made to God at age 27. Canfield writes: “I promised I would spend the rest of my life learning and teaching others about wisdom and love.”

That promise eventually led him to collect inspirational stories that became Chicken Soup for the Soul, a publishing phenomenon that has grown to more than 250 titles, over 610 million copies in print, and translations into at least 43 languages.

In addition to Canfield’s foreword, Harness Your PromisePower features uplifting promise stories and insights from respected leaders and famous personalities, including Oprah Winfrey, Tony Robbins, Lewis Howes, Todd Newton, John Assaraf, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Lisa Nichols, Brendon Burchard, and many others.

Readers of Harness Your PromisePower will learn about:

• Inspiring promises stories from real people, some famous and many not-yet-famous.
• How a promise is like a goal on steroids and why you should turn goals or New Year’s resolutions into heartfelt promises.
• The G.P.S. Success Formula: From Goals to Promises = Success.
• 7 tips for making and keeping promises.
• Promise stories that appear frequently as plot devices in literature, children’s books, TV dramas, and movies.
• A Promise a Day: 30 Days to a Promising Future, including The Top 10 Promises for a SUCCESSFUL Life.
• An innovative proposal for an annual “holiday” called “Make a Promise Day” on May 4th – the only holiday dedicated to personal empowerment, goal achievement, and integrity enhancement.
• And much more…

Matthew Cossolotto and his mother at a sidewalk café in Paris a few months before her cancer diagnosis

Cossolotto’s Harness Your PromisePower is rooted in the author’s make-or-break promise to his dying mother the last time they were together. He promised that he would finish writing the book she had encouraged him to write and dedicate it to her memory. She looked up at him and said: “You do that, Matthew. You do that. This makes me very happy.”

Cossolotto kept that promise. 

“Doing so,” he continues, “opened my eyes to the unparalleled power of making a promise. That promise put me on my current path as a personal empowerment author and speaker. My mission is to spread the amazing power of making a promise to millions of people around the world.”

Cossolotto adds: “I’m thrilled to share these empowering ideas and uplifting stories with readers and audiences in the United States and around the world. And I’m deeply indebted to Jack Canfield for expressing his strong support for my book and my PromisePower concepts.”

Canfield closes his foreword by encouraging readers to identify goals important enough to become promises to themselves, to God, or to someone they care deeply about.

“Because when all is said and done, we’re left with that simple truth: A promise is a promise. So, choose your promises wisely… and make sure you keep them.”

About Matthew Cossolotto

Matthew Cossolotto’s high-profile communications career spans the corridors of power and influence on both sides of the Atlantic, serving as a speechwriter for top officials at NATO headquarters in Brussels, the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Chancellor of UCLA, senior executives of several Fortune 100 corporations, and as a legislative aide to former Congressman Leon Panetta.

As a guest speaker, workshop leader, and speech coach, he has shared his ideas and expertise with a wide range of domestic and international audiences, including corporations, associations, government agencies, conferences, schools, community groups, and nonprofits/NGOs.

Cossolotto has created the Triad Empowerment System fueled by three interconnected topics: Habits, Speaking, Promises. These topics are reflected in his personal empowerment trilogy of books: The Joy of Public Speaking, Harness Your PromisePower, and the forthcoming Harness Your HabitForce which deals with the seven habits of SUCCESS and FAILURE. Cossolotto’s books and Personal Empowerment Programs (PEPTalks) are all animated by a core concept: Success is an inside job.

Media and Speaking Availability

For interviews or guest speaking inquiries, or to learn more about Matthew Cossolotto and his books and speaking programs, visit www.MatthewCossolotto.com.

Media Contact Details
Matthew Cossolotto
The Empowerment Pro
Email: Send Email
Phone: +1 440-597-9018
Website: matthewcossolotto.com

LONDON, UK

At the end of the day, our coin holders are the foundation of everything we do. You can choose to participate however you want—hold, build, or move through to cash positions and all the way to the end of things—but the key principle is that value and opportunity must always flow back to the people who stood with us from the beginning.

THIS PROGRAM IS BEING BUILT FOR OUR COIN HOLDERS

The UK Financial Ltd Launchpad Series™ is not being created simply to launch more tokens. It is being developed as another way for UK Financial Ltd to create opportunities for the people who have supported the Maya Preferred Project and remained with the company throughout its eight-year history.

Subject to the final structure of each launch and all applicable legal, financial, and regulatory requirements, UK Financial Ltd plans to use proceeds generated through the Launchpad Series to support the company’s ecosystem and coin-holder programs. This may include future cash distributions, token distributions, or other forms of participation for eligible holders.

Any such benefit would be in addition to programs the company has already established or announced, including:

• The Maya Preferred Retirement Plan Program.
• The historical 72-month MAYA3 token-distribution program for eligible Maya Preferred Project coin holders.
• Complimentary token distributions connected to new UK Financial Ltd projects and managed partnerships.
• Additional holder-focused programs being developed throughout the company’s expanding ecosystem.

UK Financial Ltd does not merely discuss supporting its coin holders. The company has a history of taking action when its community has faced serious problems.

When certain holders mistakenly transferred coins to incorrect addresses, the company worked to resolve those situations and, where possible, protected the holders from losses caused by their own mistakes.

During the COVID-19 period, when the company experienced loss of access to wallets and related assets, UK Financial Ltd restored the affected Maya Preferred holdings to its coin holders. These were not low-value tokens. At the time, Maya Preferred was publicly displaying extraordinarily high market prices, yet the company still stood behind its community and replaced the affected coins.

UK Financial Ltd maintains records and transaction evidence supporting these actions.

This history matters because it demonstrates the principle behind the new Launchpad Series:

Coin holders come first.

The first platform selected for the UK Financial Ltd Launchpad Series™ is the Moonshot app. Moonshot was chosen because of its ease of use, accessible token-creation process, and active community of creators and participants.

Within the next several days, UK Financial Ltd plans to create the first token in the series through the Moonshot app. The new token will be called the UKFL Moonshot Token, establishing the first entry in the UK Financial Ltd Launchpad Series™ and marking the beginning of the company’s planned expansion across multiple token-launch platforms. Additional details regarding the token’s symbol, total supply, circulation structure, eligibility requirements, and launch date will be released by UK Financial Ltd.

UK Financial Ltd plans to introduce multiple projects through the Launchpad Series, with each launch designed around limited supply, controlled circulation, community participation, and the company’s long-standing commitment to its existing holders.

For eight years, UK Financial Ltd remained focused on building rather than seeking constant attention.

That period is ending.

The company is no longer remaining quiet about what it has built, what it has done for its coin holders, or what it intends to accomplish next.

The UK Financial Ltd Launchpad Series™ represents a new chapter—not only for the company, but for the people who believed in the Maya Preferred Project from the beginning.

This series is being built for them.

OFFICIAL RESOURCES & LINKS

• Company Portal: https://ukfinancial.world
• Coquizilla Project: https://www.ukfinancial.world/Coquizilla
• Coquizilla Whitepaper: https://www.ukfinancial.world/coquizilla/whitepaper.pdf

UK Financial Ltd Launchpad Series™

WE DON’T SELL. WE LEVERAGE.

Media Contact Details
James dahlke
Email: Send Email

Los Angeles, CA

Survivors abused as children inside L.A. County juvenile halls, probation camps, and detention centers generally have until their 40th birthday to file a civil claim. Free and confidential case reviews are still available at (866) GO-SEE-SAM.

Dordulian Law Group (DLG), a California sexual abuse civil litigation firm led by former Los Angeles County sex crimes prosecutor Sam Dordulian, announced today that it now represents over 125 survivors of sexual abuse in Los Angeles County juvenile halls and detention camps. The firm confirmed that it is continuing to accept new cases and is urging survivors and their families to learn whether they may qualify for compensation before their respective filing windows close. Case reviews are free, confidential, and available 24/7 by calling (866) GO-SEE-SAM or visiting DLG’s Los Angeles juvenile hall sexual abuse lawyer page.

The Window to File Is Still Open, and It Closes at Age 40

Under California Code of Civil Procedure section 340.1, a person who was sexually abused as a minor generally has until their 40th birthday to file a civil claim, or five years from the date they discover that a psychological injury or illness after the age of majority was caused by the abuse, whichever occurs later. For thousands of people abused as children in Los Angeles County facilities during the 1990s and 2000s, that means the courthouse doors have not closed.

“Every week we speak with a survivor who assumed it was too late for them, and in many cases they are wrong,” said Sam Dordulian, founding president of Dordulian Law Group and a former sex crimes prosecutor and Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles County. “If you have not turned 40 yet, or if you only recently connected your depression, PTSD, or addiction to what happened to you inside that facility, you may still have the right to be heard. The worst outcome is a survivor who waits, turns 40, and loses a claim they always had.”

Separately, for childhood sexual abuse occurring on or after January 1, 2024, California’s AB 452 law removes the filing deadline entirely. That change is not retroactive and does not apply to older claims, which is why survivors of historic juvenile hall sexual abuse should have their specific dates reviewed by a lawyer rather than relying on headlines. DLG offers that review at no cost through its sexual assault and child sexual abuse practice teams.

Los Angeles County Facilities Named in Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Claims

DLG is reviewing and filing claims involving sexual abuse reported at Los Angeles County-run juvenile detention facilities, probation camps, and shelters, including:

• Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall (Sylmar)
• Central Juvenile Hall (Los Angeles)
• Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall (Downey)
• Eastlake Juvenile Hall
• MacLaren Children’s Center (El Monte, closed in 2003)
• Camp Scott, Camp Dorothy Kirby, Camp Paige, and Camp Kenyon Scudder
• Challenger Memorial Youth Center
• County-placed foster homes and group homes

In April 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a $4 billion settlement resolving thousands of claims of sexual abuse in county juvenile and foster facilities dating back decades, the largest institutional child sexual abuse settlement in United States history. That settlement resolved the claims of people who had already come forward. It did not close the door on survivors who had not yet filed. New lawsuits have continued to be filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court throughout 2026.

Important note for survivors: Dordulian Law Group is not a claims administrator for the county settlement and does not take part in any claim that is not verified. Survivors who were contacted by strangers, recruiters, or unfamiliar firms about “signing up” for a payout are encouraged to speak directly with a licensed attorney before signing anything.

Who May Qualify to File a Los Angeles Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Claim?

A person may have a claim if, while under the age of 18, they experienced sexual abuse in a Los Angeles County juvenile facility, probation camp, or shelter. Common examples of abuse endured at L.A. County juvenile halls may include:

• Rape, attempted rape, or forced sexual contact by a staff member, probation officer, counselor, medical provider, or another detainee
• Unwanted touching, fondling, or sexualized “pat-downs” and strip searches
• Coerced sexual contact in exchange for phone calls, food, privileges, protection, or early release
• Physical/sexual retaliation or discipline (including isolation) after reporting abuse
• Sexual harassment, exposure, or forced viewing of sexual material

Claims can be brought against the individual perpetrator and against the institutions that hired, supervised, ignored, or covered for them. Survivors do not need a criminal conviction, a police report, or physical evidence to pursue a civil case. Many cases are filed under a pseudonym such as John Doe or Jane Doe to protect the survivor’s identity. Related practice areas include sexual abuse, foster care abuse, school sexual abuse, child abuse, and rape victim representation.

The SAJE Team: A Four-Tiered Support System, Not Just a Law Firm

DLG’s Sexual Abuse Justice Experts (SAJE) Team gives every survivor client access to a dedicated support structure at no additional cost:

• Sam Dordulian, founding president, former Los Angeles County sex crimes prosecutor and Deputy District Attorney, with more than 100 jury trial victories and a 98% winning record
• Moses Castillo, chief investigator and retired LAPD child sex crimes detective with over 30 years of experience, who investigates every juvenile hall sexual abuse case personally
• Two nationally accredited victim advocates, available to clients around the clock
• A licensed in-house clinical therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting survivors of trauma

Los Angeles juvenile hall sexual abuse lawyer Sam Dordulian is a member of the National Leadership Council for RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence nonprofit organization. His firm has recovered more than $150 million for clients and handles all sexual abuse cases on a contingency basis. There is no upfront fee and no out-of-pocket cost. If DLG does not win, the client does not pay. See DLG’s case results and firm overview for more.

“Survivors of juvenile hall abuse were failed by the exact system that was supposed to protect them, and then they were told for years that nobody would believe them,” Dordulian said. “Our job is to make sure the second failure does not happen. We investigate with a retired LAPD detective, we provide access to victim advocates and mental health resources, and we do not ask anyone to relive the worst days of their life alone.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still file a Los Angeles juvenile hall sexual abuse lawsuit in 2026?

Yes, in many cases. California generally allows survivors of childhood sexual abuse to file until their 40th birthday, or within five years of discovering that a psychological injury was caused by the abuse, whichever is later. Dordulian Law Group is actively accepting new juvenile hall sexual abuse cases. Call (866) GO-SEE-SAM for your free case review.

What is the statute of limitations for juvenile hall sexual abuse in California?

For abuse that occurred when the survivor was a minor, the deadline is the survivor’s 40th birthday or five years from the discovery of a related psychological injury, whichever comes later. For childhood sexual abuse occurring on or after January 1, 2024, California has eliminated the filing deadline. Deadlines are fact-specific, so an attorney should confirm the date that applies to your case.

Do I need to have reported the juvenile hall sexual abuse at the time it happened?

No. A police report, a criminal case, or a contemporaneous complaint is not required to bring a juvenile hall sexual abuse civil claim. Most survivors of institutional abuse did not report at the time, often because they feared retaliation or were not believed. Attorneys, investigators, and records requests can develop the evidence.

Can I file anonymously?

In many sexual abuse cases, California courts allow survivors to proceed under a pseudonym such as John Doe or Jane Doe. DLG requests these protections wherever appropriate and takes additional steps to shield client identities during litigation.

Was the $4 billion LA County settlement the end of these cases?

No. The April 2025 settlement resolved claims that had already been filed. Survivors who had not yet come forward may still bring new claims, and new lawsuits continue to be filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court. A settlement of past claims does not extinguish the rights of a survivor who was not part of it.

How much does it cost to hire Dordulian Law Group?

Nothing upfront. DLG handles sexual abuse cases on a contingency fee basis. Clients pay no fee until the firm recovers compensation. Consultations are free and confidential. Call (866) GO-SEE-SAM or request a free consultation with a Los Angeles juvenile hall sexual abuse lawyer online.

What compensation is available?

Survivors may pursue compensation for therapy and medical costs, past and future lost earnings, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and in some cases punitive damages against institutions that concealed or enabled the abuse. No two cases are identical, and no outcome can be guaranteed.

About Dordulian Law Group

Dordulian Law Group is a California sexual abuse civil litigation firm. Founded by former Los Angeles County sex crimes prosecutor and Deputy District Attorney Sam Dordulian, the firm represents survivors of sexual assault, child sexual abuse, juvenile hall and institutional abuse, and serious personal injury matters throughout California. DLG’s SAJE Team pairs trial attorneys with a retired LAPD child sex crimes detective, accredited victim advocates, and a licensed in-house clinical therapist. The firm has recovered more than $150 million on behalf of its clients and maintains a 98% winning record.

Survivor resources: If you or someone you love was sexually abused in a Los Angeles County juvenile facility, call (866) GO-SEE-SAM for a free and confidential consultation, available 24/7. Se habla español.

Media Contact

Jason Kitchen

Dordulian Law Group Los Angeles Sexual Abuse Lawyers

[email protected]

8187884919255

dlawgroup.com