The Be Ruthless Show

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...

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...

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.

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 reshapi...

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 S...

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.

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 s...

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.

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...

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

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

Does living with grief get easier? When people ask me this question I say - No, it gets … different. In today’s podcast episode, I talk about GRIEF. Including, what it’s like living with grief 4 years on, how you can be there for a friend who is grieving, and living life YOUR way, even on the holidays. Listen to “A powerful message for anyone living with grief” now.   Website: samantharuth.com Ema...

How can you bring World Kindness Day and Anti-Bullying Awareness Week into your everyday life? In today’s episode, I share my favourite ways to be kind to others, to ourselves, and to stop being our own worst bully. “Pay attention to how you treat yourself, you cannot help others if you don’t help yourself first.” Website: samantharuth.com Email: sam@samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth FB group: G...

In today’s episode, Amy Lewis joins me. Amy is a serial entrepreneur and transformational coach for visionary leaders. When Amy Lewis received a Crohn's disease diagnosis at 12 years old she also received powerful advice that changed the way she viewed life’s challenges. And she is sharing that advice with you today. Join us for a conversation on how to achieve freedom and fulfillment by becoming...

In today’s episode of the Be Ruthless Show, I speak with the one and only Leslie Davis. Putting in the hard work to become the best version of yourself is a life-changing decision that Leslie made a long time ago. It was on this journey that she discovered she was not broken, just uninformed. Now Leslie is on a mission to help others learn to love themselves and find their WHY.   Website: www.youc...

How can we become more supportive of each other during the holiday season? For a lot of people, the Thanksgiving and Christmas period trigger anxiety and depression. So thoughtful actions go a long way during this time of year. We often think that offering support means making a big gesture, but something as simple as a text can make a huge difference in somebody’s day. Website: samantharuth.com

Today's guest is Dr. Eric James Stephens. Having mental illness can oftentimes be hard, but acknowledging that you have those beautiful circumstances and understanding the importance of human connection can enable you to reciprocate and be better than you were previously. Listen in to today's episode to learn more how to become empowered by embracing your mental illness. You can also connect with...

In today's episode, I discuss mental illnesses that are often dismissed or minimized by the world, such as anxiety, depression, OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), or PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Website: samantharuth.com Email: sam@samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth FB group: Griefhab

Today I have a very special guest joining me - Ashley Holmes. She’s a holistic fertility coach for women struggling with infertility who have tried multiple rounds of IVF or traditional medical intervention to conceive naturally. In this episode we discuss other options women have in order to be able to conceive - such as doing yoga and meditation to resolve different kinds of stressors. Facebook...

My guest on today’s episode is Eric Christiansen, acclaimed documentarian, trauma survivor, and mental health activist. In “Unmasking Hope with Eric Christiansen” Eric shares what he has learned from the fascinating people he has interviewed, including a grief expert and a trauma researcher. He brilliantly shares why we should rethink the term “trigger.” Website: www.ecproductions.com Facebook: /u...

Bullying doesn’t just happen in schools or online. Bullying can also come from people you trust. When you seek help from someone in a position of power over you, like a therapist, you tend to take their word over your own. Even when it makes you feel small. Today, I want you to make a commitment to yourself that you matter. And you're not going to let anyone, no matter what their title is, make yo...

Today’s guest is fellow Coloradian Aaron Huey. He is the founder of Parenting Teens That Struggle and the host of the number one parenting podcast: Beyond Risk and Back. In this episode, Aaron shares valuable tips and tools for parents raising children in a world consumed by the internet. He discusses the importance of sitting down regularly for family dinners as well as the dangers of using label...

How can you continue to make an impact after Mental Illness Awareness Week ends? Here are 2 ways you can join me on this mission: Ask someone how they're doing. Share your story with someone that you trust. In today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show you’ll learn why these two simple actions create the biggest ripple effect, what helped me on my healing journey after my husband passed away, and the...

Today’s guest is Sammie Walker Herrera (she/her). Sammie is a certified career and accountability Coach with Self Made Millennial, who has recently been diagnosed with ADHD. Sammie and I discuss: How to work best in “A world that wasn't made for her type of brain” How to trust yourself and trust the signs even when doctors rule out a diagnosis. Why getting a second opinion can change your life. We...