I had a bit of a meltdown yesterday, and I’m so grateful. It reminded me of so many good things that come from meltdowns. On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss some of these benefits. I also address the clues you can look for so you allow yourself to Let It Out! March is Self Harm Awareness Month and keeping things bottled up inside and getting too busy with life is a form of self harm. Listen now as part of your self care ❤️
Mar 02, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 90
“If you really do that, I’ll stop talking to you.” “I can’t believe you’re bringing this up with everything I’m going through.” And the phrase that got me thinking about this episode: “Your therapist is steering you in the wrong direction.” Emotional blackmail comes in many shapes and sizes, but whatever shape and size that is….. It’s Unhealthy! On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss different types of emotional blackmail as well as how to use this information as your armor. As we ...
Feb 28, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 89
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my life and an unexpected upcoming MAJOR change. Ferris Bueller said it best: Life moves pretty fast! Much of the time, too fast for me! I’ve learned who helps relieve stress, as well as who adds to it!! And in this episode, I also discuss how to use this information to define your boundaries. Tune in to listen now!
Feb 23, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 88
JUST before I recorded this episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I received a call I get way too often. “My therapist isn’t responding,” or “My therapist told me to…” It really infuriates me on YOUR behalf. These people work for YOU so it’s critical to evaluate whether or not they’re meeting your needs. After this mini rant, I discuss National Eating Disorder Awareness Week and why it matters. Tune in to listen now!
Feb 21, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 87
What image comes to mind when you hear The W word? Until I lost Jim, I pictured someone older…. much older. Widows are one of the faster growing groups in the world. As well as one of the least talked about groups. On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my top 3 reasons that being a widow is more crushing than you’ll ever imagine! I hope this episode raises awareness and helps you understand what we widows go through… each and every day.
Feb 16, 2022•17 min•Season 3Ep. 86
When is the last time you experienced peer pressure? Or witnessed peer pressure? I see it all the time. With people of all ages and in all stages of life. Maybe the word pressure is misleading. People are more likely nudged. Encouraged. Tempted. On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share tips you can use when dealing with peer pressure. These are tips I use both personally and with my clients… of all ages! Tune in now!
Feb 14, 2022•20 min•Season 3Ep. 85
Most people hear ADHD and think of a rowdy child. But ADHD, like anything else, looks different for everyone. Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Jill Avey, shares her story of a later in life ADHD diagnosis and the relief that came with it! Jill Avey helps senior leaders develop so they can lead teams most effectively and grow to their full potential. She does this by supporting clients to cultivate their strengths, empower their teams, and deliver better business outcomes as a result....
Feb 09, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 84
“How are you?” is a widely used conversation starter. What no one mentions is that hearing this can be stressful for many. After losing Jim, I’d think “How do you think I am?” while muttering some other, more polite response. I know everyone asking means well. 1000%! I just want you to be aware that it honestly can be a difficult question. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss this as well as things to say instead. Register to the Relief From Grief Workshop here - samantharuth.co...
Feb 07, 2022•16 min•Season 3Ep. 83
Addiction is a topic that needs to be talked about more. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Lisa Kelly, authentically shares her story of struggles as well as how she has overcome them! Lisa Kelly is a 'Mentor In The Art of Living Your Dreams'. With certification under Gabby Bernstein and Mike Dooley, Lisa finds joy in inspiring others to find the courage to make the inner changes necessary for external transformation. With a focus on mindset, spiritual health, and accountability, she loves ...
Feb 02, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 82
I speak about listening to your body and trusting the universe all of the time. The “woo woo” stuff. But how do you even do that? What if the people you trust the most have conflicting beliefs? In todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all of this - and more! Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
Jan 31, 2022•16 min•Season 3Ep. 81
You are worth it!! Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Rachael Poffenroth, shares her story of falling apart…which ultimately resulted in her complete transformation. Rachael shares her perspective on worth vs wealth and more!! Rachael is an expert on how to become irresistibly magnetic to your goals and dreams. Because you don’t attract what you want in life, you attract what you believe about yourself. She is on a mission to re-invent Mental Health ideologies with “uncommon” knowledge, as sh...
Jan 26, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 80
After a major fall on the ice last week, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about safety - especially for those of us who live alone. So on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss measures we can take to improve our safety. Tune in to hear more.
Jan 24, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 79
Todays guest, Dr. Kevin Payne, shares his inspiring story. No matter where you are in life, you truly need to hear his perspective. It will help you in some way, I absolutely guarantee. Dr. Kevin Payne is a social psychologist, entrepreneur, author & skydiver — and he’s doing it all with MS. When he lost everything he cared about, he decided to rebuild his life by facing the fear of his uncooperative body in the air and becoming a skydiver. 600 jumps later (and counting), he found his home i...
Jan 18, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 77
I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about the differences between grief and depression. I devoted today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show to answering these important questions. I want to point out that if you’re concerned about yourself or a friend/loved one, it’s never wrong to express those feelings. It’s a sign of love. And it can never hurt to get more support - whether or not it’s depression!
Jan 16, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 77
My guest on today’s episode is the Creator and CEO of Human Better 365, a human transformation company! Sabrina Victoria focuses on time management and organization as the foundations of life. These values have helped her successfully create and run several other businesses, including… - Her Version Podcast - Envision Your Best Life 90-Day Planner - Catapult Your Life in 365 Days Equally important, Sabrina has overcome a traumatic childhood and left a toxic relationship to build an extremely suc...
Jan 12, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 76
Anxiety continues to rise through the Covid Pandemic. While the world focuses on what the individuals struggling can do, today I discuss what the rest of the world can do to be better educated and supportive for these people struggling. I share a recent encounter I had with some Colorado teachers who, like me, wont take no for an answer. Tune in to The Be Ruthless Show to hear more.
Jan 10, 2022•16 min
I can’t wait for you to meet my guest today on the podcast! Laura is one of our wonderful Faces Of Mental Illness co-authors, she is also a support group facilitator, professional photographer and teacher, mental health advocate, and a certified speaker for NAMI. Join is for a raw and honest chat, including how the National Alliance for Mental Illness can provide valuable support for you and your family.
Jan 05, 2022•27 min
Happy 2022 Everyone!! It’s Season 3 of The Be Ruthless Show & I’m starting it off with a bang. In todays episode, I discuss the world we’re living in, with shootings, Covid cases, and natural disasters happening on a regular basis. And people still aren’t having these vital conversations. What’s the difference between protecting your children and protecting them to the point of causing harm? How do you discuss these real life issues with your kids?
Jan 03, 2022•18 min
My last podcast episode of the year is devoted to Jim ❤️ I share my top 10 lessons learned without him physically here. I believe that we all need to learn these lessons. I hope others can learn them sooner than I have, and without so much pain… I hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired, either to reflect on the lessons you have learned this year, or on how you can implement these lessons in the year ahead.
Dec 27, 2021•17 min
My guest on the podcast today is Jewels, an award winning author, speaker and bodybuilder who hopes to inspire others to push forward no matter the challenges. After enduring an abusive childhood, Jewels decided to use her earlier trauma to enter into recovery, sexually liberate herself and enter the competitive world of bodybuilding. In our raw and open conversation Jewels shares her journey with getting sober, clearing out the chaos in her life, and learning to follow her gut.
Dec 22, 2021•29 min
Rocking the boat is scary but it’s also a sign of love!! Todays podcast is all about how we can show up for people in our lives who are struggling. It’s a sign of love to express concern. I repeat - It’s a sign of love!! Ignoring, pretending everything is ok….THAT is part of the problem! Tune in now for this powerful message.
Dec 20, 2021•17 min
Erik DaRosa, known by friends and clients as “Yoda,” is the Founder and Co-host of the From Survivor to Thriver podcast. Along with his Co-host Marc Fernandes, they aim to normalize discussions around mental health topics through honest and relatable conversations with real people who are shattering mental health stigmas and finding their voices. Through the podcast, Erik hopes to continue reshaping both the message and the messenger within the mental health space.
Dec 15, 2021•51 min
I want those of you that are struggling to listen up... It's very easy to feel like no one gets it, and it's very easy to isolate & not let new people in. But I want you to understand that connections are life changing. In today’s episode, I share my journey from psychologist to published author, and the choices I made along the way that led to Faces Of Mental Illness. Listen to “My Journey From Stigma to Health”
Dec 13, 2021•22 min
Today I have another one of our amazing authors from Faces Of Mental Illness joining me, Katie Williams Cole. Katie bravely shares what it's like living with a mental illness while working in the mental health field, grappling with mental illness from a very young age and the motivation behind sharing her story. Listen to my inspiring conversation with Katie now.
Dec 08, 2021•32 min
Today I am delighted to be talking with Claudia Fernandez-Niedzielski, international best selling author and co-founder of Faces Of Mental Illness. Join us for an exciting conversation about our new book and our plans for more Faces Of Mental Illness books. MEET CLAUDIA Claudia is a transformational coach, small business consultant and real estate professional. In Faces Of Mental Illness Claudia shares her personal journey through a story titled “The Secret That Could Destroy Us All.”
Dec 06, 2021•15 min
Dec 01, 2021•17 min
On today’s episode I am chatting with one of our coauthors from Faces of Mental Illness, Diane Mintz. Diane has been speaking publicly about bipolar disorder since 2014. Her mission is to share a new perspective on mental illness and addiction, one that inspires society to support the afflicted and give everyone hope for recovery.
Nov 29, 2021•27 min
Imagine having all the B.S. taken off of your plate so you can focus on what's important to you… - Healing - Strengthening your relationships - Improving your mood or health I recently had an enlightening conversation with a friend about what I do for my clients and how I define my work. And I was inspired to share it on today's podcast episode. If you’ve ever wondered what it's like to work with me, you are going to love this episode. Website: samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth
Nov 24, 2021•16 min
Today’s guest is Danielle Beck, the founder of the Art For Wellness Academy, a platform inspired by the extensively researched evidence that art improves brain health. Today, Danielle teaches creative business owners how to create time/lifestyle/financial freedom by breaking through mindset barriers. Danielle’s FREE masterclass: wellness.co.uk/masterclass
Nov 22, 2021•23 min
On today’s episode, I discuss what to do when you hit rock bottom with the host of The Roller Coaster Podcast, Lucie Quigley. In our empowering conversation we touch on: - The first step to getting out of your home, - How to use comparison in a positive way, - Not being afraid of vulnerability Listen to today’s episode now. Podcast: www.therollercoasterpodcast.com Website: www.necturegrowth.com
Nov 17, 2021•28 min
