The Be Ruthless Show

Healing is Hard. Facts. It’s less hard with the right people in your world. And as painful as grief is, it also instantly connects us. I’m so unbelievably grateful to have today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show in my life. Jess Marie is a single mom to a teenage son. She works for the county at the local DSS, primarily with the homeless population and she has another part time job in a similar fiel...

Have you ever had an aha about yourself? A realization about something that truly opens your eyes? That’s me - currently. Shocked at how much I’m loving being back in Michigan. Realizing how much of myself I was missing all of the years in Colorado. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how we can unknowingly get in our own way. Remember that you can reach out anytime to: sam@sama...

Ever feel like something is right at your fingertips…. and also completely out of reach?  On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how to get from where you are to where you want to be - and who you allow to be a part of your journey!! Remember that you can reach out anytime to: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community: : https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7 J oin Team R...

Do you do things for others just because? Or do you have an expectation of receiving something in return?  On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss conditional vs unconditional love and what this looks like in different relationships.  Remember that you can reach out anytime to: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community : https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7 Join Team Ruth...

Mistakes are part of life. Successful people make plenty! I’ve learned to laugh (loudly) at mine. So many people, though, live in a place of shame and embarrassment. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why it’s important to find outlets (people, places, or things) for all of our feelings. And remember, you can reach out anytime to: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community...

We all understand feeling out of sorts when things are difficult. People are supportive during tough times. But the world celebrates certain things in life.... traditions and accomplishments we work so hard for. Feeling out of sorts is an "unusual" reaction in these situations, right? On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss emotions other than joy and happiness after ce...

The Be Ruthless Show is 4 today! It seems like just yesterday I was that girl struggling to connect her microphone 🤣 On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what’s next….. literally (hear about all of the upcoming things!) and figuratively, as a mindset shift.  Tune in, and remember that you can reach out anytime: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebo...

It's 43 degrees, thank goodness! I was beginning to get a case of the Michigan Mood 😜 The Struggle is Real! On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how to catch ourselves before the decline. When does this apply, what do you do once you catch yourself, and why should you even bother? Tune in, and remember that you can reach out anytime: sam@samantharuth.com Joim the Griefhab...

There are things in life we prepare for, and then there are the things that just happen. The unexpected. Things that make you go hmmmmm.  On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the things that make you go hmmmm. I discuss how to handle the unexpected. Who to turn to, and who  not  to turn to. And why it matters to begin with!  Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions...

Have you heard?  I did a thing - a big thing!! But the version some of my friends heard? It was wayyyyy off!! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the telephone game! Remember that one? How information changes from person to person. Is what you’re hearing what the other person actually said? And what about things you hear in the world, even if they’re not just for your ears? Is th...

It. Has Been. A Minute! A LOT is going on.... still.... but what a difference a day makes! On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all things perspective. A new outlook. A question instead of a statement. An extra minute to pause. And why and how this impacts you and your universe! Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions , feedback, to work with me, for referrals and...

The Universe Listens. This is language 'Old Sam' wouldn't use let alone believe in, but loss changes you. Trauma changes you. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the stories we tell ourselves , often times without even realizing it. I discuss what can be different if those stories become questions . Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions , feedback ,...

We get warnings before road construction. We get winter weather advisories so we can plan accordingly.   Wouldn’t it be nice to get little emotional alerts, too?   On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss ways to prepare for the emotional storms in life…. because we all know there are many!!   Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for ref...

We live in a world where almost everything is available in an instant. It even seems like people communicate on devices more than they do in person. We’ve all seen people sitting together but interacting with their phones On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss text messaging - the blessing and the curse. Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work wit...

I’m noticing a theme. Everyone in my world is feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Clients. Friends. Family. Me. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss ways to prevent the overwhelm. Proactive ways to live in the now. Ways to  Be the Solution! And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and...

Caregiving is a topic many people avoid until it’s “necessary,” but if you ask me - it’s necessary now! For young widows, for single moms, for any and everyone you live and care about. Getting through tasks on your own is overwhelming. Exhausting. And trusting the right people is absolutely crucial! Shallan Rose Ertl brings 15 years of hands-on caregiving experience to her role as Director of Care...

I’m exhausted and completely grateful! Thank you to everyone who participated in Healing Together Through the Holidays. The on demand library is open through March - so you go back and watch anyone you loved or in case you missed it you still can access everything! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share my heart …full of appreciation! And remember that you can reach out anytime - with...

During Healing Together Through the Holidays , we had so may amazing speakers, Sabrina Victoria being one of them! Sabrina Victoria is a seasoned entrepreneur and TEDx speaker with a background in door-to-door sales. She brings over two decades of experience of building and co-building multiple 6 and 7-figure businesses to Her Nation, a dynamic media platform showcasing business owners through eng...

Life happens - and the right decisions often are the most difficult. Doing what’s best can disappoint others. That’s different than maliciously or intentionally hurting anyone. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my health, the holidays, and the impact this has on Griefhab’s upcoming 2nd Annual Healing Together Through the Holidays -  now entirely virtual. From Michigan to Colora...

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I don't understand how l'm the only one making a fuss about the fact that no one knows there's a National Grief Awareness Week. People (and by people, I mean professional organizations) think it's my made up week. That's a serious problem. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss uncomfortable conversations. Grief. Mental illness. Coexisting with people who have different beliefs. My...

In this episode of #TheBeRuthlessShow , we’re joined by the multi-talented Katy Owens for a powerful discussion on chronic pain and how it shapes lives. Katy shares her journey from a diverse career background to finding her calling in occupational therapy after an injury in the Coast Guard. She now specializes in helping those with chronic pain and mental health challenges, bringing empathy and e...

There's something special about being from Detroit!! Tune into this episode of #TheBeRuthlessShow - for an extra special Detroit vs Everybody episode!!! OnePride!! You'll hear allllll about the GRIT you have when you come from The D!! You'll hear allll about the hometown speakers participating in #HealingTogetherThroughtheHolidays Because Detroit cares!! Detroit fans care!! And my BHS and U of M A...

Stigma. Its everywhere. Grief - Mental Illness - Race - Some stigmas carry more weight than others, if that’s even possible. It doesn’t make sense in my brain…. but it is absolutely true in this world. Suicide. Addiction. People  run  from these conversations while others are living through these real life traumas. Today’s guest on  The Be Ruthless Show  doesn’t just fall into one category of thes...