Share The Struggle

The American Flag has stood as a symbol of freedom since being accepted as the official flag for the United States Of America in 1777. Though times of war and peace the American flag has served as a beacon of hope and a reminder of democracy. A heartbreaking antipatriotic trend is sweeping the country threatening to divide a nation and Keith is experiencing it firsthand. As he grinds to build an a...

Last week's episode and this week's lesson help us realize we have the power of choice, we get to choose what our mood is what our energy is, pessimistic, optimistic, realistic, or unrealistic, the choice is yours. To chase your dreams, to run and scream, to live and fear, or to tell our emotions to get the hell out of here, we get to choose. British novelist and short story writer Phyll...

Fear; is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. Episode 111 starts with education on fear inspired by the book Jump dare to do what scares you in business and life  https://jumpwithkim.com/                 by Kim Perell  https://kimperell.com/ When chasing dreams and trying big things fear is inevitable but when we chan...

After episode 109 of Share The Struggle Podcast we truly felt the bad luck was behind us but as you will find out in today's episode it was only beginning. Loud Proud American gets hacked and our customer base gets spammed with fake invoices. Mission 2% the company's mission statement gets criticized by internet tough guys and keyboard Karens, punk kids yell obscenities at the LPA displa...

This weeks episode is truly against all odds! After Winston the pet pig has a battle with death Keith and Alli experience a world of setbacks as they embark on the latest event for Loud Proud American The Topsham Fair. Campers, tuna cans, a strangers poo, brake lines and brake lights when all we need is a break! Sprinkle in record setting heat and these setbacks are hard to beat but when you stay...

Everything we touch does not turn to gold, we miss more shots than we make, and we end up with more strikeouts than home runs. The answer is not a participation trophy, the key isn't to look the other way. The secret is to never let success get to your heart and never let failure get to your heart. The most recent failure for Loud Proud American fuels today's episode and Keith's que...

Alli joins the show to recap a milestone moment for Loud Proud American as they complete the first out-of-state event for the brand. The 14th Annual Live Free Or Die Tattoo Convention provided the perfect opportunity. Alli steps out of her comfort zone and creates a unique opportunity to judge a tattoo convention and an amazing opportunity for new friendships. They arrived at the event as the new...

Does life have you feeling like your in a rat race living on a hamster wheel working a dead end job or in a comfort career surrounded by unfulfilled friendships or a part of a toxic relationship? It's time to break the pattern and live your life's potential. On todays episode of Share The Struggle Podcast we identify our limiting factors and look for commonalities. Instead of waiting for...

The first fair of 2022 is a success for Loud Proud American, with new faces, new friends, and continued support. A couple of surprising conversations and a moment to reflect on all the accomplishments provide the motivation to keep grinding. As July quickly fades away and Keith realizes we are closer to the start of 2023 than the start of 2022 it's critical we take the time to revisit our lis...

As America celebrates Independence Day Keith highlights the importance of having your own independence and the impact it has on healthy relationships.  If you find yourself single now is the time to grow your independence, become self-reliant, and build your self-esteem while doing it. For everyone in a committed relationship, independence is happiness, you are not competing for independence you a...

A special weekend fuels a special message that stresses the importance of trust. When you lose trust in media, in government, and in leadership you are left not knowing who or what you can trust. Our time-tested truths get replaced with fear and conspiracy the answer is in simple philosophies, common-sense ethics, core values, and trust. Today's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast is a less...

It has been said many times over the years "It takes a village to raise a child" the past two weeks have made Keith realize as an adult it takes a village to survive and thrive. As humans we are tribal by nature, we seek belonging our need for passion and compassion is in our DNA. Keith is joined by his wife Alli, together they discuss how the "village" of supporters has pushed...

Share The Struggle podcast has had a streak of difficult episodes we are changing directions today with this milestone birthday spectacular! Keith is joined by his best friend and beautiful wife Alli Liberty on her thirtieth birthday. A nostalgic look back to the year 1992 provides some comic relief and insight into some of Alli's favorite things. As you look back on turning thirty or look fo...

Sometimes we plan for fireworks and rainbows but we end up with heartache and sorrow. The plan for a fun-filled celebration 100th episode changes when Keith pays a visit to his brother to say goodbye.  A long battle with Alzheimer's, and dementia is coming to an end for Dennis.  The family continues its childish ways as Keith and his immediate family distance themselves and do what is necessa...

Keith opens this week's episode with a somber tone as he reads all 21 names of the lives lost in Uvalde Texas. Reading the names leads to a heartfelt explosion of emotion that puts an emphasis on parenting and society's infatuation with violence. Gone are the days of the feel-good family stories of the Waltons they are replaced with murder mysteries and psychopaths on a killing spree. As...

As the 2022 outdoor event season opens in the state of Maine Keith shares his preparation for a successful season for Loud Proud American. Building a game plan based on the results from his first year on the road he is able to develop strategy and tactics to increase the likelihood of success. When you do things for the first time you have no way of being fully prepared you are unable to accuratel...

This week's episode of Share The Struggle podcast starts with having an uncomfortable conversation to cancel an event and maintain a relationship. Weighing the importance of potential gain vs core values to make the best decision. A 40th birthday party for a great friend gathers childhood friends and creates a nostalgic atmosphere full of memories. Keith wakes up feeling motivated and optimis...

Are things too good to be true? Are you waiting for the next shoe to drop? Are you awaiting the inevitable, that infamous not desirable event? When that tragedy strike's does it always come in threes? These toxic tricks of overthinking can keep you from living and fulfilling your life's potential. Today's episode is fueled by curiosity,  recent life events, and a powerful message fr...

Today's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast is  inspired by the influential philosopher Alan Watts https://alanwatts.org/ and his infamous story of "The Chinese Farmer" The meaning behind the story is that you never know what will be the consequence of the misfortune or you never know what will be the consequence of good fortune. Keith hears this story for the first time when loya...

Scarcity; is the never enough problem. Today's episode of Share The Struggle podcast is fueled by a Ted talk  https://youtu.be/iCvmsMzlF7o   and a book https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Brene-Brown-audiobook/dp/B07DX6TNR1/ref Daring Greatly, it's not about winning and losing its about courage in a world where never enough dominates and feeling afraid has become second nature from Bre...

If you want to learn how to build self-confidence you need to start by identifying your personal weaknesses. Keith shares some advice and lessons learned from reading the book "how to make people like you" by James W Williams. Take the time to write a list of times in your life when you felt shy and unconfident. This list will highlight what areas in your life you want to work on then ma...

Urban Dictionary; Optimystic is a combination of optimistic and mystical used to describe a person whose optimism transcends physical reality and therefore manifests a higher level of existence through higher thinking During the pandemic, Keith stumbled into a weekly youtube special on Country artist Drake White's Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/drakew5/featured named Wednesday n...

This week's episode of the share the struggle podcast is a difficult one to record. Keith planned a positive inspirational episode after a fulfilling weekend but after learning of the loss of two friends plans changed. Agonizing over the direction of the episode and struggling with his emotions Keith turns the microphone on and shares his wave of emotions raw, real, and as they happen. Dealin...

Keith joins the world's discussion on the slap heard around the world. After some laughs and lessons, the conversation turns into an interesting weekend. Attending two Birthday parties 94 years a part Keith gains life perspective from a six-year-old and a one hundred-year-old. Common confidence and perspective, a don't care what others think attitude and a carefree instinct that is admir...

This week's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast starts with some insights from episode 088. Jill writes in with a couple of product recommendations for women to protect themselves and Keith provides an update on his brother Dennis. A restless night's sleep leads to a stiff neck and some in-depth research on worrying. Definition; Worry gives way to anxiety or unease allows one's mi...