Self-care is important with what's happening now because of the Covid-19 issue. Brigitte has been studying yoga more because of the overall benefits; and she gets a little yogi with her explanation of pranayama, which promotes deep and slower breathing. Not only does this help relax you, it strengthens your lungs and diaphragm too - both are important aspects for your overall health.
Brigitte wanted to share her thoughts about social distancing during Covid-19 A lot has happened globally since her last blog post, Resilience is your middle name. Many places are being quarantined for example. Social distancing sounds so much better than being quarantined. Take this time, if you can, and focus on a hobby or personal development or how you can help others. This was recorded before the State of Georgia 'shelter-in-place' directive ....
Alisha Carlson grew up in a tumultuous environment and told herself that she was going to be different with her kids. Alisha's resilience empowered her to make changes when needed and focus on what's important to her. She empowers others now and is a non-diet lifestyle coach with an approach to be mindful of your intuition. Learn more at https://alishacarlson.com/
One of the biggest lessons in life that Jesse Todisco learned is your environment affects your habits, good and bad. Changing his environment helped him become a better person. (We shared a lot of laughs in this episode.) Jesse grew up in the Boston area and witnessed his father's heroin addiction. That was his "normal" and Jesse was selling drugs at one point, even though he knew it wasn't the right thing to do. Jesse joined the military after high school and that changed his life; that new env...
Ido Singer is on a mission to inspire others. His confidence was boosted after learning to play basketball at a young age in Israel. It wasn't easy for him at first but through a lot of hard work, he eventually played basketball at the professional level. Resilience and learning to adapt to different situations paid off, and Ido's passion for sports led him to be a coach that focuses on creating a positive culture. Ido is currently the Assistant Basketball Women's Coach at the University of Nort...
Life is constantly changing and Evan Knox understands the importance of learning. Learning new things is what keeps you agile, flexible and strong. He also understands that resilience goes hand-in-hand with running a business and trying to balance life at home with family. Evan is the founder of Caffeine Marketing and has been an entrepreneur since he was 12; always doing something in some shape or form. Having a business is part of fulfilling his principles and personal mission statement. His f...
Gratitude is a huge byproduct of dealing with a health issue. And Deva Joy's picture should be placed next to the definition of resilience. She was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis as a young teen and this limited her physical ability. Instead of being negative about the situation, Deva decided to focus on what she could move and not what she couldn't move. She also chose the perspective of looking at her illness as a relationship, like a marriage. You're going to be together for a long time....
Tami Green is a Life Coach with a focus on helping others get unstuck to include those with a mental health issue. She developed the "Brilliance Code," a method that you can apply to any problem. The Brilliance Code can be summarized as PIRF (Problem, Inspiration, Resources, Future). Following this "code" allows you to re-frame a situation to make a better decision. We focused a lot on the word "hope"; which is self-explanatory, right? I also love that Tami highlighted that the word "brilliant" ...
It's rare to find someone that isn't a dog fan and dogs are one positive thing we have in common with others. As a big dog lover myself, I'm grateful Dee-Marie found find time to be a guest on the Real Things Living podcast. Dee went from being a pilot, to a realtor, to an entrepreneur. She is now the co-founder and CEO of Yogi-Dog, a human grade yogurt for dogs. Her business partner is Mike Basal...a yogurt maker for 30 years who operates his own yogurt plant. Together they created a treat that...
Susan wrote an inspiring memoir about the celebration of life and love titled, "Dying Well: Our Journey of Love and Loss." Most memoirs recount the grief and pain of their loss. Susan's book is so much more...it's a love story about her husband, Bruce; and this story can help others understand what's most important when saying goodbye. "Quality over quantity" was the biggest takeaway for Brigitte, the host of Real Things Living. Susan's mantra in life is simple: " May I see with tolerance; May I...
"You are responsible for your own brain." Brigitte has a great conversation with Loretta Breuning, PhD and dive into how brain chemicals affect your health and how "the brain learns from rewards." It's important to have confidence in your own strength and how to invest your time the right way. Loretta's recent book "Habits of a Happy Brain " can help you get motivated. Also check out this site for more info - https://innermammalinstitute.org/...
Gary Roe is such an inspiration. He is a grief counselor, pastor, and definitely a strong story teller. He truly understands the importance of resilience and has experienced grief multiple times first-hand. Gary shares what his life was like before the age of 17 - sexual abuse, suicide of a friend, death of his father at 15 are just a few. Those experiences helped define his purpose in life ... and that is to help people. He'll start with where you are, help you recover, heal and grow. Gary is t...
Keith M. Huber, Lieutenant General, US Army (retired) was very generous in writing the foreword for the book "Expecting the Good" - which is a tribute to Jean-Luc Nash, a badass who had a big heart. Both were West Point classmates (class of 1975); they went through Special Forces training together and remained in touch for decades. Keith emphasizes the importance of doing what's right in any situation, no matter the circumstances. "Have the courage and conviction to accept the consequences." Kei...
A great discussion with Brigitte Cutshall and Michael O'Brien about how his near-death experience (after being hit head-on by an SUV while riding his bike) changed his perspective to live a more purposeful life. They also discuss the "value of Freedom" and how we tend to put too many conditions on happiness. Michael is President and Founder of Peloton Coaching and Consulting and is the author of SHIFT. Creating Better Tomorrows: Winning at Work and in Life ....
Jill Henning was given 12 months to live after being diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer that spread to her lungs. That diagnosis was 18 months ago and she's extremely thankful to be part of a clinical trial which will last another 6 months. She's an example of someone who adapted to a major life-changing event using her inner strength and found a way to move forward. Jill is a powerful voice with a lot of passion. Her motivation is to be the voice for those who don't have a voice, and her a...
Relationships are not perfect and can be messy at times. Being mindful plays a big part because there are many benefits for your relationships and overall health. The quality of our life is directly related to our thoughts. Being mindful helps develop your ability to love and live a more meaningful life.
Michele is a middle school teacher and a proud parent. Her family had to deal with a major health issue with their daughter, the only granddaughter in the family. The wonderful support everyone provided her during this crisis was a cathartic experience. And Michele's a very popular teacher - "a rock star without the rock star salary" she jokingly references to the low salaries that teachers receive. Michele was heavily involved in acting and theater as a high school student. This expressed her n...
Dr. Michael Rucker's experiences are a great example of resilience. He used to be a tri-athlete and had to stop running a few years ago due to severe osteoarthritis. His younger brother passed away in that same time-frame. That was difficult to deal with, especially since running helped him manage stress in general. He now makes time to focus his energy on the power of fun and writing a book about the benefits of it. If you find joy in something, you will make time for it. https://michaelrucker....
Donna Seebo was kind enough to let me share our conversation regarding my recent book, "Expecting the Good: Inspiration from a Badass with a Big Heart." Donna provided great feedback and believes the book I wrote about my stepfather epitomizes the best of the best. Donna's favorite excerpt from the book was provided by Keith M. Huber (retired Lieutenant General, US Army): "Making a decision to do the right thing when it's physically dangerous is difficult. Doing the right thing even if you might...
It's not a sexy topic but something we should talk about. The impact of Alzheimer's on Teresa Valko's family is an eye-opener for many. The experience of having to help take care of her mother the past 15 years definitely changed her life. She is now heavily involved with the Alzheimer's Association and advocates in DC every year, meeting with members of Congress. Teresa's passion for knitting (her form of creativity) helps her focus on the positive aspect of life. You can learn more at https://...
Following a creative endeavor is good for your brain and overall health. Scott is passionate about that and guides struggling creatives to become thriving artists. Running also helps Scott stay healthy mentally and physically, allows him to be present in the moment. You'll also learn that he likes to run around the local cemetery as a reminder that life is short, and you should contribute to life while you still can. :) BeCreativeOnPurpose.com
Harry is a former paratrooper and disabled veteran who was severely injured in the Grenada invasion (October 1983). Despite losing both of his legs, his attitude of gratitude about life empowers him to stay active and enjoy it. He understands the depths of desperation and despair and loss. His perspective allows him to see what's possible. There are so many opportunities! Harry is a great writer and philosopher as well. https://hardcoreharry.wordpress.com/
Introduction to the Real Things Living podcast. Gratitude changes your attitude
