Beyond The Rut Podcast

Pocket Full of SunshineCan you imagine Brandon jamming out to Adele or singing Natasha Bedingfield’s “Pocketful of Sunshine”? That has been just the start of his father-daughter vacation with Maddy as they drive from Texas to New Mexico and on a loop back to Texas.After seeing sites like the International UFO Museum and Research Center in Roswell, New Mexico, and the Bottomless Lake, Brandon and Maddy take a moment to call in for an interview and update on how things are going from their hotel room in Colorado Springs, Colorado.It’s About Making MemoriesAs you listen to this episode, you’ll realize that the sites and activities do not matter as much as spending time together with family. Brandon is intentional about setting aside one-on-one time with his children and step-children. Maddy has had quite a bit of say in where they go on their trip, and she gives some advice on how to make a trip like this worthwhile.Brandon and Maddy also answer the question of, “Why take a trip like this? What is different abou

Rebroadcast from the original Episode 38.Vacation With Your Kids Before It’s Too LateBrandon goes out of his way to connect with his kids with quality one-on-one time. He has to when he has a blended family with five children. It’s easy for any one child to feel left out when we are doing everything we can to provide the best life for them.Whether you have one children or more than five, Brandon and Jerry talk about why you should plan a vacation with each of your children to build memories that will last a lifetime.Can’t Afford a Vacation with Each Child? Try This…While Brandon shares his strategy to vacation with each child one-on-one, Jerry talks about the same practice on a smaller scale. You don’t have to leave town to build memorable experiences with your children.What you do does not matter as much as you showing your child a number of things. That your child is so special to you that you are setting aside time just for your child. Nothing is going to interrupt the two of you while on your special time

Restby JerryEpisode 133 was a discussion around how U.S. culture has come to pride itself on being busy. I remember growing up in a home where my dad showed rest to mean sleeping on the couch while classic Westerns played on the television. He never came out of his naps feeling recharged. Instead, it would seem that he was groggier and foggier after these naps.Have you had an example like that?Rest is known, if done correctly, to revitalize our spirits and give us clarity. Even Jesus regularly pulled himself away to a place of solitude to find rest.Listen to this episode for tips on how to take a break that is effective is recentering yourself to take on the challenges of your day.Connect with UsEmail: info@beyondtherut.comVoicemail: 361-596-3788Twitter: Twitter.com/beyondtherutFacebook: Beyond the Rut Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk

Busy (by Jerry)You know you're probably too busy when you have a conversation that goes like this.Me: How are you?You: Busy! (or "Crazy busy!" if being just regular busy is not enough.)Over recent years, we seem to have changed the response to "How are you?" from "Fine" to "Busy".Being busy is a strange badge of courage. I just read a Facebook post of a friend who complained about coming down with a cold to kick off the Summer. It caught my attention that she finished the post complaining, or bragging, about how she still needed to get up early and prep lunches for her son for the next four weeks. No rest for the weary, I suppose. At a time when her body needs rest and she could use some encouragement, the author of the post lets us all know that the cold can wait because she's a fast-paced super-mom.Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed because of a promotion you received. Everyone seems to need your attention right now, and you're just trying to figure out how to be there for your child's event. It looks like th

Suzy RosensteinSuzy Rosenstein had what many would call a successful 25-year career in public health. Like many people, she felt stuck in a rut when she turned 50 years old. That mindset led to a downward spiral that ended in her career ending with a layoff.We sometimes need a sudden jolt to get us moving in a direction that blends our passion and need for income into a business and life that thrives.Regret Proof Your LifeIf you want to find the greatest concentration of untapped potential and regret, visit your nearest cemetery. There you will find many people who left potential on the table, and experiences un-lived before passing on. Suzy Rosenstein helps her clients live in a way that is regret-free. Is that not the way you'd like to live your life? Everything on the table, and nothing left to regret?That is the point about this episode, living life to the fullest. Suzy shares with us tips on how to do just that, and as an added bonus, she walks Brandon through an exercise on why he feels too busy and wha

Suzy RosensteinSuzy Rosenstein had what many would call a successful 25-year career in public health. Like many people, she felt stuck in a rut when she turned 50 years old. That mindset led to a downward spiral that ended in her career ending with a layoff.We sometimes need a sudden jolt to get us moving in a direction that blends our passion and need for income into a business and life that thrives. 7:00 - Finding a career in public health for 25 years, earning a Masters Degree in Applied Social Psychology 10:00 - How our mindsets lead to our behaviors. 11:55 - The rut of being stuck in her career and what she did about it...after getting laid off. 17:25 - Clarifying where you're going while being fearful about where you're going. 19:40 - How it's the comfort zone that puts you in a rut, so here is Jerry's new business idea to help you get out of your ruts. 21:10 - The need for a wake-up call.Resources and LinksCheck out Suzy's website and download for free "10 Surprising Ways to Bust Out of Your Midlife Fu

From Good Job to Boyhood Dream Come TrueJody Maberry had a good job as a financial analyst for a commercial bank. One day, he made a decision to hang up that lucrative career to pursue his boyhood dream of working as a park ranger.Maberry shares his struggle with a rut while working as a financial analyst, the decision point to become a park ranger, and the determination to make a dream come true.In this life change, Jody found purpose, significance, and focus on what matters most. His joy of podcasting has multiplied his impact on entrepreneurs, leaders and more. He is able to still be involved with parks in a way that provides balance, joy, and satisfaction.As the conversation pivots to Creating Disney Magic, a podcast with Walt Disney World Resorts executive Lee Cockerell, Jody shares the benefits of mentorship he received from Lee in the year CDM has been running.Questions and InsightsQuestion: If being a park ranger was your boyhood dream, why are you not a park ranger anymore?Answer: You don’t have to b

The Hungry Mommy BlogDeeAnna Heavilin created The Hungry Mommy blog in 2015 to share the recipes that helped her achieve a clean diet. Faced with an autoimmune disorder that brought on bouts of "brain fog," diet change was one key factor in lifting the fog.Busy moms face the same challenges DeAnna does with full schedules, ever-changing sleep schedules, and trying to get it all done. Who has time to eat in a healthy way when there is so much sugar-rich, high-in-sodium quick options available? DeeAnna shares tips on meal planning, ingredient choices, and other tips to help moms (and dads, and non-parentals) successful build a clean eating lifestyle.Here's the great thing. She prefers ingredients that aren't so exotic. It's the foods we commonly see in our grocery store that will make clean eating accessible for us according to The Hungry Mommy.So, kick back, relax, unless you're driving then, in that case, keep your head on a swivel and check out this episode with The Hungry Mommy, DeeAnna Heavilin.Resources a

DeeAnna HeavilinDeeAnna Heavilin started her first online business to create time freedom for herself and her family. As a mother, a wife, and a woman with a background in business, she has proven that she has what it takes to create successful business processes.Many small business owners painfully watch their dreams fall apart. They have an idea, a special creative or technical skill, but are often undone by a lack of knowledge in the fundamentals of business. DeeAnna coaches women on how to hire the right people, working with one's own strengths, and running analyses that will help make better business decisions.She Leads ConsultingShe Leads Consulting is co-founded by three generations of women. DeeAnna Heavilin is the youngest who brings expertise in small business. DeeAnna's mother brings expertise in running a business with up to 500 employees. DeeAnna's grandmother brings the expertise of corporate leadership with over 40,000 employees.If you are a woman interested in improving your business acumen, c

Tim LewisTim Lewis was a happily married man in 2009. Like many men, he worked in a job that left him feeling unfulfilled, however. Work was so bad that he had a dresser drawer filled with letters of resignation that he never turned in.Unfortunately, Tim's wife Rachel suffered from a stroke that later died from in 2011. The time spent lovingly caring for Rachel in her final years made it clear to Tim how short and delicate life truly was. It was time for him to pursue his dream rather than waste away his life in work that did not matter to him.At the time of this episode, Tim Lewis has self-published six books and even helps people do the same through advice given from his podcast, Begin Self Publishing.In This Episode Tim's tea recommendation for Rob Lowe How Tim was faced with an unfulfilling career and what inspired him to take a leap What we can do if we financially stop trying to keep up with the Joneses The challenges of working from home Financial sense/advice - Would you choose to receive a $1 million

Kary OberbrunnerKary Oberbrunner is an author, coach, and speaker who helps individuals and organizations clarify who they are, why they're here, and where they're going so they can become a Soul on Fire, experience unhackability and share their message with the world.That is the value proposition statement of a man on fire for helping people make their own path and live the life they've always dreamed of beyond the rut.In the span of two years, Kary left a good job where he felt only 80% alive to pursue a business that brought him 100% fulfillment. You'll be a little confused when you hear his story because the job he left was a full-time pastor position with a church. That is a job many people would think brings fulfillment if money were not a factor. Being in business is not about the money either. It's about helping others in a way he couldn't as a pastor doing things that multiply the impact he has.After you listen to this episode of Beyond the Rut, we ask that you show Kary the love and read his blog, l

In a Rut at Work?Do you feel like you are in a rut at work? Maybe you catch yourself hitting that snooze button on your alarm eight times too many every morning. Many of our episodes have been about people who left their jobs to start a business. That does not have to be the case for everyone. You may like the corporate environment. It's just time to re-energize yourself and your career.Brandon and Jerry came across an article written by Christina Wilson of a blog titled The Charlotte Agenda. Wilson interviews executive recruiter from Lowe's, Courtney Rhodes regarding tips to re-energize yourself at work.You can regain your footing and create results again that get you noticed with just a few simple tips to boost your energy and mindset at work.Read the Article That Inspired This EpisodeWhile we'd love to re-write this article and try to pass it as our own, that simply is not the right thing to do.Click here to read the original article written by Christina Wilson based on an interview with Courtney Rhodes.Re

Sean McCoySean McCoy is a U.S. Navy veteran, Christian, podcast host, and entrepreneur. Well, he's a lot more than that, but this is what we are covering in this episode. We'll discuss the drive behind The Come to the Table Podcast and his challenge to Christians to get beyond the rut of judging others and seeking instead to connect and understand those who are on the fringes of society. We will also talk about how he started the business Charity Corps. Sean lives in Sugarland, Texas with his family, and hopes to impact the world one connection at a time.The Come to the Table PodcastThe Come to the Table Podcast is hosted by Sean McCoy. The show's aim is to demonstrate that love is action is listening to understanding and not react. Many Christians today are known for their judgments on marginalized groups. The very message of the Gospel is one of reaching out to those in need and showing them the love of God through Jesus Christ. Each episode discusses topics like atheism, homosexuality, eating disorders, an

Trevor SpencerTrevor Spencer was living the dream. The only problem was that he was living in a physical rut as a desk potato. Lots of work at a desk with very little movement beyond mouse clicks and keyboard strokes.We often say on Beyond the Rut that you already have what you need to pursue a better life, and Trevor was no different. He is married to a marathon runner, Angie Spencer. She gladly put together a running plan for Trevor. He put in the work, because there's just no substitute for doing the work, and has now completed 14 marathons and 15 half-marathons at the time of this recording.Marathon Training AcademyTrevor Spencer and his wife Angie run a website and host a podcast called Marathon Training Academy where they coach members to safely and enjoyably run their own marathons.Experiencing a transformation in his life and health through running, Trevor is passionate about sharing his message with new runners. He created the MTA tagline, “You have what it takes to run a marathon and change your lif

Melissa MonteWe are wrapping up our conversation with Melissa Monte from Episode 121.Melissa Monte is one of today’s influential and thought-provoking explorers of the mindset and positive energy. She’s known for her ability to educe and explain complex ideas with humor and clarity, in a way that deeply connects with a wide audience.She was a victim of sexual assault, twice! She suffered the loss of a close friend by suicide, struggled with bulimia, lost a parent to lymphoma and even spent time in jail because of an ex-boyfriend.You wouldn’t think any of that when you speak with her, because of how much positive energy she exudes. Today, Melissa hosts Mind Love podcast. Mind Love is a show about creating a positive mindset to pursue the life that will make you happy and fulfilled.In This Episode Hitting setbacks when your past wants to haunt you - New Zealand trip Importance of positive routines Identify and replace your limiting beliefs A physical tips on getting out of your tunnel vision and anxiety Know wh

Melissa MonteMelissa Monte is one of today’s influential and thought-provoking explorers of the mindset and positive energy. She’s known for her ability to educe and explain complex ideas with humor and clarity, in a way that deeply connects with a wide audience.She was a victim of sexual assault, twice! She suffered the loss of a close friend by suicide, struggled with bulimia, lost a parent to lymphoma and even spent time in jail because of an ex-boyfriend.You wouldn't think any of that when you speak with her, because of how much positive energy she exudes. Today, Melissa hosts Mind Love podcast. Mind Love is a show about creating a positive mindset to pursue the life that will make you happy and fulfilled.In This Episode Did Jim Carrey really break Melissa's toe? Discovering the common denominators, principles, for living How energy is something that you cultivate We are constantly changing either towards the life we want or the life others decide for us Who have you surrounded yourself with?Resources and

A Case for Peaceful LivingLaura Lange lived in a big city or a suburb of one her entire life. With that came feelings of stress and even despair until she moved to a small rural community in the mountains of California five years ago. Talk about a change! Driven by a desire to get away from urban sprawl, she found herself living in and among nature.Her podcast called The Peaceful Life shares how the small community, people, nature, and living simply has brought incredible peace and joy to Laura's life.You don't have to move to a small community outside of Yosemite National Park to find peaceful living for yourself. We'll discuss the following in this episode: The point she decided to move away from the stress of urban living How Laura planned to make the move The resistance she met from loved ones when she made the move The benefits of peaceful living she has found in the last five years How you can apply some strategies for simplification to create a sanctuary in your own homeResources and LinksCheck out Lau

About Megan VowlerMegan Vowler is a mom blogger who shares her life story and adventures. In July 2016, she and her husband, Mitch, received shocking news during Megan's pregnancy from a routine genetic screening. The results showed there was a high risk for Trisomy 21, Down syndrome.Listen to this episode as Megan Vowler shares her story of how they handled their surprising news and the blessing it has been to raise a child with Down Syndrome. In fact, you'll discover why Megan says having a child with Down Syndrome was "the best gift you never wished for."Megan is a first-time mom, Texas-transplanted to Pennsylvania, foodie, Aggie, traveler, football-enthusiast, and sometimes-worker-outer. Her life's mantra is simply, "You just really don't know what's going to happen [in life]" so make the most of what you have.Topics Discussed How did Megan react to the results of her Non-invasive Prenatal Test? How did Megan find and draw support from a community? The challenge of staying open to that supportive communit

Sean DouglasSean Douglas is a U.S. Air Force Veteran, Master Resilience Implementer, TEDx Speaker,International Radio Show Host, Performance Enhancement Expert, and Author. He inspiresand motivates you to “Live Your Brand” so you can grow personally and professionally.Millennials to 50-year-old professionals hire Sean to learn life transformation skills that elevate them to new heights in their personal and professional lives in a highly interactive and engaging environment, utilizing online coaching sessions and face to face workshops. Sean equips people with the tools necessary to live EPIC lives, and leaves people better equipped to manage change effectively. His WHY is he's a suicide survivor and shares his powerfultestimony globally.Connect with SeanSean's Website, TheSuccessCorps.comListen to Life Transformation Radio on iTunes, Stitcher, or Blog Talk Radio.Buy Sean Douglas's book, Decisions: The Power to Overcome Self-Defeating BehaviorsWatch the TEDx Talk by Sean about resilience.Facebook: https://www

PresenceWhat if the phrase "mind over matter" was wrong? Instead, your mind was influenced by your body? That is what Brandon and Jerry discuss in episode 117 of Beyond the Rut Podcast.What are power poses and how do they influence your feeling of confidence by changes in brain chemistry?There's a science to getting out of your rut of low self-esteem, and Amy Cuddy may have found the answer.Resources and LinksBeyond the Rut Episode 75, Lisa Reynolds on Leading Through RelationshipsBuy your copy from Amazon, Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy CuddyConnect with UsEmail: info@beyondtherut.comVoicemail: 361-596-3788Twitter: Twitter.com/beyondtherutFacebook: Beyond the Rut Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by