My Freedom Grove Podcast

Everyone carries an emotional load of varying weight.  To lighten the load there are two high level approaches.  One is to resolve the items and move them off the plate.  The other is to add pure joy.  Pure joy acts as a helium balloon that lifts us up.  But what is pure joy? Join me in this episode as I share the distinction between Joy and Pure Joy.  Hint: only Pure Joy is guaranteed to lighten...

What makes a real man?  Is it the money they make? Is it beer and football?  If they like to cook or keep a clean house, does it mean they are not a man? Judgments are flying all over the place.  When can a human just exist as a human?  When will the man bashing end?   As women's roles evolved over the decades with women's liberation and equality strides, it created a new set of questions and fear...

People with big hearts may experience dangerous work addiction.  Long hours and extreme levels of stress can lead to stroke, heart attack, unhealthy insulin levels and possibly suicide. When in the grips of work addiction, an individual is unable to recognize there is something wrong.  They feel they are doing everything right for their team, their customers, their community or for their family. I...

Advocacy for those without a voice is one of the best things you can do.  We saw the healing power of the #MeToo movement for Women.  Now it is time to give the same support to men. If you think women had a hard time coming forward, imagine how hard it is for a man.  There is disbelief that it can happen to a man.  There are additional identity fears when the perpetrator was another man. Author an...

About to lose your temper with someone for their behavior?  You had the right idea with how to help the person grow, but you made this one mistake… Take a breather and learn this 1 shift that will guarantee change...without damaging your relationships or anybody's mental health. Besides, if you are just trying to help people, why should you be labeled the Bad Guy and have to live with regret?  Let...

Is that person going to hurt me?  They are acting really weird. I don't know what to do.  I'm scared. Individuals with Schizophrenia may experience psychotic episodes when exposed to extreme stress.  The first occurrence usually doesn't happen until adulthood.  This Pandemic is piling on stress in ways we haven't experienced before.  We are already seeing folks in public experiencing psychosis, wi...

Everywhere we turn there is a new trigger with this Pandemic.  Being sheltered together for months on end, while being triggered is no fun.  It is hard enough dealing with your own emotional triggers. The dynamic of multiple people and their triggers can result in fireworks and permanent relationship casualties. It doesn't have to be that way.  Your relationship can not only survive, it can thrive...

You told everybody of your great big dream.  They all cheered for you. It felt so exhilarating!  And then the weight of if all fell on your shoulders. There is so much to learn. There is so much to do.  This is so hard. Overwhelm, dread and fear washed over you.  You have moments where everything feels clear and doable. And then it doesn't anymore. My friend, I've got you.  All of those feelings a...

Does your body image hold you back from stepping into the spotlight?  You know you have something special to offer the world. It will help so many people.  But, the thought of being seen makes you step back, right? My friend, you are exactly who this world needs!  It is not your body image that is holding you back.  It is your thought about your body image. It is time to switch out some thoughts. ...

Big events in life make us start to question who we want to be.  As strong people we tend to put everybody else first. That doesn't give much time for self care and reflection. Life experiences formed who we are and how we show up in the world.  Is that who you really are? Is that who you really want to be? For anyone feeling it is time for a big personal change, this episode is for you.  These 7...

It's hard to feel calm when the whole world is experiencing a crisis.  There is a lot of change being thrown at us all at one time. It is normal to feel uncomfortable and even scared.  It is part of being human and processing change. Comfort comes from knowing what to expect. Then you can plan for it.  It gives you back some control over your life. Today we'll explore how we adjust from one way of...

As much as we wish life could be perfect and without tragedies and challenges, it isn't.  Adversities happen to every single person. In the age of social media we can get discouraged by seeing the highlight reel of people's lives.  We start to think we are the only one struggling. But, that's not reality. What happens when someone is brave enough to share their struggles? They start a movement.  T...

You've heard people talking about a journey.  What the heck does that mean? Are you on one and don't even know it?   This one tool will help you understand it all and bring you peace knowing that we all go through it.  Applying it to your Journey of Self Value will be thought provoking and life changing.   In this episode you'll learn The 7 stages of your journey How to identify where you are One...

Believing negative self thoughts can be devastating throughout a person's life.  Recognizing the origin of these thoughts and knowing they are optional is an Emotional Intelligence skill underdeveloped in many. This is especially true for children.  Eli Alsdorf created the comic Alex Gojo to help children and adults talk about these hard topics. In this episode you'll hear directly from Eli The im...

New journeys may leave you caught up in a tornado of confusion. Advice and new opportunities grab your attention and derail you quickly.  The unending effort and emotional turmoil leaves you overwhelmed and exhausted. Progress stalls and you contemplate giving up. My friend, it doesn't have to be that hard.   My 7 step Clarity Process has worked for me and my clients on all sized dreams.  Empathic...

How could your life be better by living authentically you?  By hiding our true selves behind a mask we are subjecting ourselves to anxiety and depression.  And, we are denying the world the impact we can make just by being ourselves. In this episode we'll explore: The masks we wear The wonderful possibilities that open up from dropping the mask Why we wear masks Facing our fears easily How to face...

Sharing your story of mental health challenges paves the way for other people to get help and survive.  I am proud to introduce you to Erik Foster. He is a retired volunteer first responder and PTSD survivor. Erik shares his story How his PTSD started His experiences How his wife convinced him to get help The network of care providers that helped Actionable exercises you can try to help with PTSD,...

Speaking up for ourselves or saying No can feel uncomfortable.  Concerns over how the other person will react and feel about us, keeps us silent.  We just want to be liked, loved and appreciated. In this episode we'll explore how lack of boundaries creates more negativity in our relationships.   You can actually grow love by setting boundaries.   This episode guides you through exercises to define...

Here they come again, those toxic people in your life.  You can feel the dread building up inside of you. What if you were immune to the toxicity?  Imagine yourself being completely unshakable around any person.  This type of emotional freedom is completely possible for you. In this episode you'll learn How to recognize toxicity When to Stay or Go 2 Techniques to be unshakable Note: If you are bei...

2020 can be the year you change the trajectory of your life! Have you been dreaming of something bigger, better and more meaningful for your life? Courage to do it comes from inspiration & intention and is completely doable! Join me as I share my journey from depression laden corporate success to going "All In" to Live an Enjoyable  Life by the Ocean Living my Purpose - Helping people find their E...

Fearing other people's reactions to your mental wellness struggles makes your struggle worse.   Being prepared & emotionally ready for the conversation dissolves this fear. You have the strength to speak up for yourself & get what you need.  With this Podcast and 7 Step Checklist, you will have the practical steps to make it happen!   →Communicate your Struggle →Communicate your Needs →Without Sha...

Disrespect and inconsideration are causing frustration levels to build to the point of exploding.  You just want to feel calm. This 1 mindset management skill provides amazing, calming results at work and at home. Defuse any type of situation, even During an emotional explosion  Dissolve your frustration before you get to your breaking point Prevent the frustration before it even starts Bonus: 2 d...

Your life going forward is a Beautiful Blank Canvas.  You can create any life that you want and feel any way that you want.  You deserve all the best tools. Rule Books are Mindset tools used to keep you safe and give you all the steps for the Pursuit of Happiness.  But, they can also keep you stuck in misery, creating the same painful picture each time.  Tune in to learn how to rewrite your rule b...

Your brain is doing the job of processing the world.  But, when you're operating with a Mindset full of outdated or unhelpful thoughts, you will suffer.   You have the power to think anything you want so you can feel the emotions you want to feel.  Anxiety, Depression and Frustration can become a thing of the past. You are invited to learn how you can use Mindset Management to give yourself freedo...