Tom Germann

One Step At A Time

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Life doesn’t reset overnight. One Step at a Time is a podcast about starting again — from personal disaster, burnout, grief, or just waking up and realizing it’s time to change. Join Tom as he shares what he's gone through, with personal reflections, hard-won lessons, and the quiet work of rebuilding. Sometimes it’s slow. Sometimes it’s messy. It's okay being beaten down and struggling, but it's never okay to give in and it's always worth taking one more step even if that step takes you a while to take. PLEASE NOTE. There will be some topics discussed that may cause distress to some.

Author

Tom Germann

Episodes

Stop waiting for the Big Fix - Small wins that add up 20.09.2025 11:30

What I learned from Failing, again and again 13.09.2025 13:20

How I built a morning routine that doesn't suck 06.09.2025 14:05

Retirement Planning - I had no plan 30.08.2025 15:16

I thought I figured out retirement when I was younger. Then I ran the numbers - and realized I was wrong. This episode explores the shock of seeing my pension miscalculated and realizing how unprepared I was for the future. I share my journey of stress, rediscovering basic financial principles, and building new habits that are starting to give me peace of mind. Takeaways for you: -Don't wait u...

From The Recliner - Mid Week Ep 1 - Why am I doing this?? 27.08.2025 16:46

An unscripted look at why I am doing this journey and broadcasting it. I'll talk with you about why I'm doing this, at least touch on it and the changes that I hope we can make. Gains are small and manageable Anyone can do this We all have that inner strength, we just need some help to see it When you look in the mirror? Realize that you are the best version of yourself today that you have...

You're not Lazy - You're Wounded 23.08.2025 12:01

For years, people called me lazy. The truth? I wasn't lazy - I was carrying wounds no one else could see. This episode goes deeper into the voice of shame and negativity that many of us carry. I reflect on therapy, inner critics, and the strength it takes to stop believing lies others have planted in your head. Takeaways: Negative voices aren't always yours - they're learned Healing ta...

Meal Prep - It works 16.08.2025 11:56

In this episode I am going to talk about meal prep. How I started it, poorly, but it was a start. What I went through with COVID and how that changed everything about how I ate and then what I slowly learned over time. It's amazing what you can do with an internet connection and the desire to do, or eat better. We have a ton of options out there and I still have only touched on what can be don...

The Wake-Up Call 09.08.2025 11:34

In episode two I talk a bit about my initial start. How those false starts led me to start to see the real me. Those changes would not have led to anything if everything hadn't changed thanks to the big C in March 2020. We survived that and change became rapid. Please note that we are still covering the backstory. Change takes time.

The Beginning of the Journey 04.08.2025 8:23

Welcome to the very first episode of One More Step! This is where it all begins. I share how a few quiet moments, a small room, and a simple walk changed everythingg for me. This episode is about hitting pause on the chaos, taking an honest look at my life, and finding that first small step forward. If you've ever felt stuck, tired, or unsure where to start - this one's for you.