The Be Ruthless Show: Recent Episodes
Samantha Ruth
Mental. Health. Matters.
I’m so passionate about making more NOISE about this—regularly, because I believe it’s the only way that we can begin to break the stigmas—by having the conversations!
The Be Ruthless Show is a place where we’ll be having the conversations other people don’t. The conversations other people won’t.
In order to do that, I’m going BIG and BOLD. I’m anxious, I’m proud, and I’ll shout it for the world to hear. The shame game has got to stop, and it starts with US not being ashamed of OURSELVES!
Look out, world. I’m ready to make a lot of NOISE and DISRUPT things.... Ruthlessly
It’s not only Taco Tuesday, it’s National Taco Day - did you know??? It’s also Mental Illness Awareness Week, National Inner Beauty Day (a day supporting human trafficking survivors) and Ageism Awareness Day.
And so many people hide their stories.
On SEASON EIGHT’S first episode, I discuss why it’s important today more than ever to be REAL. In a world with Amazon orders available on our tv's now 😳 and social media portraying everything pretty and horrific - why do so many people “fake it until they make it?” Why is saying “help” so difficult?
Tune in for the conversation and the tools!
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As we remember 9/11, I can’t help but feel like this world hasn’t come very far.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I honor those lost on 9/11 - as well as those lost yesterday.
Charlie Kick was fatally shot while addressing an audience on the campus of Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah yesterday while a student at Evergreen High School in Colorado wounded two classmates before taking his own life.
This is the world we live in.
There are countless other tragedies that didn’t make the news, and while guns are the issue, hate is the root of the problem.
Tune in to hear an important conversation about doing better, communicating better, walking away better, apologizing better, disagreeing better, and just being better.
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
sam@griefhab.org
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sam@griefhab.org
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Pre register for Healing Together Through the Holidays
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We don’t learn in school how to talk about what’s bothering us—but we should. Holding things in doesn’t just disappear; it builds until it comes out sideways. Maybe it’s an argument, a mistake at work, or an explosion years later.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why bottling emotions is so damaging, what it does to our health and relationships, and how we can start expressing ourselves in healthier ways.
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
sam@griefhab.org
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Chaos comes in all forms -
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show discusses he importance of decluttering your emotional chaos! We’re talking Ditch Your Sh*t! With Kate Evans!
Kate is a psychologist and decluttering coach who helps people overcome the mental and emotional barriers to clutter in their lives and homes to create sustainable change. Her first book Ditch Your Sh*t: Declutter Your Mindset to Declutter Your Home will be out this October. Kate lives in Chicago where she maintains her own sustainable life and home with daily routines and yoga principles. She lives with her husband and two calico cats, none of whom will allow her to psychoanalyze them or declutter their toys.
Connect with Kate at
soulfulspacecoaching.com
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Growth comes in many forms - some of it consciously, some unconsciously, and some even comes from others.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how even the messy parts - the rumors, the gossip, the hate — can actually fuel growth. Without realizing it, those who try to tear us down are the very people building our resilience, patience and strength.
Because growth doesn't always come wrapped in pretty packages. Sometimes it comes from the fire, the struggle, and yes — even from the haters.
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
sam@griefhab.org
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What happens when the very system meant to protect us fails instead?
Neglect?
Stigma?
Financial Inequality?
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what ti di when the system fails - because professionals make mistakes, too! Me included!
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Get your FREE tickets to the 2nd annual VISIBLE event at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1564332794499?aff=oddtdtcreator
Today, I’m talking about something that no one wants to think about—but everyone needs to hear. Because what you don’t know CAN hurt you. And in 2025, addiction doesn’t look like what it used to. Even prescription pills like Adderall are being laced. Even household items are being misused. If you think addiction ‘couldn’t happen in your house,’ I need you to listen harder!
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This isn't your typical episode of The Be Ruthless Show. I'm not coming to you just as your host or as a Psychologist. I'm speaking not just as a gruef expert, but as a member of the Traverse City Community.
Yesterday something unimaginable happened at our local Walmart. First responders swiftly apprehended the suspect and saved the eleven victims with bravery and skill.
This episode is for those who were there. For those who weren’t but were also shaken. For all of us trying to navigate this world where going to the store turns into a tragedy. And for the first responders who run towards tragedy while everyone is running away.
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
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Overmedicated. Undermedicated. Afraid to be medicated. There is so much noise around the topic of medication, it’s no wonder there’s confusion.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I'm diving into a topic that desperately needs more open, honest conversation: medication and mental health!
Whether you’re taking medication, considering it, or love someone who is - this episode is for you. We're going to break the stigma, talk about real experiences , and explore how to work WITH your doctor to make empowered decisions for your well being. No shame. No judgment. Just truth!
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
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What if the way you fight is doing more damage than what you're fighting about?
We live in a world where we’re not taught that fighting fairly is a thing. We’re not always going to agree, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get along. Communication doesn’t equal confrontation!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I educate listeners on the difference between healthy conflict and destructive communication - especially in the digital age. I offer tools to fight fairly while preserving dignity, integrity, and relationships.
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
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400 Episodes. Little ‘ol ME!!!
It doesn’t seem possible.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss celebrating how far you’ve come - versus focusing on how far there is to go!
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July is National Bereaved Parents Awareness Month - an invisible awareness month that everyone should know about!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, bereaved parent Jason Tuttle shares his story of living with pain and surviving loss.
Jason is a married father of two kids with multiple mental and physical disabilities (some rare). He was a Stay-at-Home Dad for 12 years until his son suddenly and unexpectedly passed away from issues related to his needs on 01/28/22. Since the day his son passed, Jason created a website, FB blog, and community (Letters To Zachary) on grief that details his raw, unfiltered and open grief journey from a male's/father's perspective. It is a place where men can feel vulnerable enough to share their emotion, empower women to help the grieving men in their lives and see that it is OK to share vulnerability through Jason's example. Jason's community is open to allgrievers.
Connect with Jason at www.LettersToZachary.com
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552174684952I
https://www.instagram.com/letterstozachary2022/
https://www.tiktok.com/@letterstozachary2022
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
sam@griefhab.com
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Dallas is 7 🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾
Do you celebrate the day your pets were born or the day you rescued each other?
We celebrate both!
It’s amazing how quickly this little nut changed our world. Sassy and I were in agony after losing Jim. Dallas literally brought joy, happiness, and life back into our home and hearts.
Because Grief Hurts!
Emotionally. Physically. And spiritually.
On today’s Episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss 7 ways (in honor of Dallas!) to lessen the physical pain of grief - so you’re better equipped to handle the overwhelming emotional pain.
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
sam@griefhab.com
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"I thought you would have an agenda"
"I did NOT expect to hear you say that"
"My wife can't make me attend?"
Just a few of the comments I've heard this week....
Your appointments are about YOU!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss things that everyone should know before any and all appointments - doctors or otherwise!
Remember that you can reach out anytime:
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Holidays are hard - for so many reasons.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss 5 ways to get through the Father’s Day Feels.
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
sam@griefhab.com
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It took me 4 minutes to train Dallas and help her understand that she’s bigger than Denver.
Humans don’t all play so nicely!!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss picking on someone your own size - or just not picking on anyone at all!
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:sam@griefhab.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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sam@griefhab.com
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Learn more about becoming a certified coach
sam@griefhab.com
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Some people fall apart during a crisis. It’s a natural reaction. Others thrive - and fall apart when the adrenaline settles.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss delayed reactions…. as well as how to handle them best, rather than resisting them and adding to the overwhelm!
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
sam@samantharuth.com
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sam@samantharuth.com
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sam@samantharuth.com
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Are you really surprised though?
Meet Denver Ruth. He’s an almost 6 month Boston Terrier who loves sticks, Dallas, and snuggles.
He was supposed to join our family with Sassy….. but she just couldn’t hold on.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss different ways of surviving pet loss. Ours includes Denver Ruth.
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
sam@samantharuth.com
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Learn more about becoming a certified coach
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Sassy passed away one week ago, peacefully in my arms 😢
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I celebrate her life - as well as sharing some of life’s nuances, Dallas’s highlights, and my own adjustments.
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week and EVERY holiday!
sam@samantharuth.com
(Reach out for the full schedule!)
Learn more about becoming a certified coach
sam@samantharuth.com
Become a Faces of Grief: Surviving Pet Loss Author:
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Send Sassy Allll of the Love Please ❤️
Some people are fortunate enough to have the movie kind of fairy tale love story. Until it all comes crashing to an end.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m honored to connect with one of those fellow love story members. I feel like they’re few and far between. The magical love!
Bethel Stevens is the author of the newly released book Not a Cinderella Story-A powerful story of love, loss, and perseverance when life goes off script. As an author, speaker, and mental health advocate, Bethel shares her deeply personal journey as a young widow navigating grief and rebuilding her life.
Her work empowers others to reimagine their futures with hope, purpose, and strength.
Bethel incorporates insights from bereavement science to shed light on the cognitive and emotional complexities of grief. A first-generation Ethiopian-American, she is passionate about helping others and creating authentic spaces for connection, healing, and community.
***A portion of proceeds from her book will be donated to the Pheo-Para Alliance, to support critical cancer research and awareness efforts of pheochromocytoma, the rare disease that her husband courageously battled.
Website: reimaginedjourneys.com
Social media: @bethel stevens
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sam@samantharuth.com
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sam@samantharuth.com
Ask me about Griefhab On Demand!
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It’s been utter chaos.
I really wasn’t ok, Sassy still isn’t ok, and some of the people I really love and (thought I could) count on have been hurtful.
But I’m getting through it all - thanks to my village!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss surviving. It. Takes. A. Village!
But we live in a world that glamorizes the hustle and stigmatizes asking for help.
Newsflash: The world has it backwards!
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
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EVERY holiday - including Mother’s Day!
sam@samantharuth.com
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Happy NFL Draft Day!
It’s the reward I need for getting through this thing called life -
It’s been lifing! I have 2 friends dealing with serious medical things, clients going through it, and my own emotional fever (and aftershock!) from this whole move to Michigan.
Plus my health. And - most importantly - Sassy’s!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss finding your progress in the chaos. Finding your superpowers in the mess. Finding your people.
All of the things to keep you going when life gets in the way.
Tune in -
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
sam@samantharuth.com
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sam@samantharuth.com
(Reach out for the full schedule!)
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sam@samantharuth.com
As me about Griefhab On Demand!
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Do you ever feel like someone has been out of line but not breaking any laws? Do you question yourself when you’re setting boundaries?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss respect. Giving it. Receiving it.
Creating it!
Tune in now…
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sam@samantharuth.com
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 field. She started her podcast in June of 2022 called Unapologetically Overcoming. It discusses topics that usually have a negative stigma associated with them. Her hope is that by talking about such topics, people will see that they too can overcome difficult situations and hopefully the stigmas can be eliminated. She has been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and an eating disorder. She’s also been a victim of domestic violence & gone through other traumatic experiences, such as the sudden loss of her younger sister, but has been able to overcome them and has found happiness again.
Jess launched her own life coaching business early in 2024 called Unapologetic Life Coaching LLC. She offers services that focus on self love, mindset transformation, gratitude practices, & how to overcome barriers so you can live a full, authentic, unapologetic life. She is currently in the process of becoming a certified grief coach. Since the unexpected loss of her sister, she has discovered new purpose in helping others navigate grief and loss, as it is vital to the healing process.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with friends and family, going to concerts, & traveling. She’s also passionate about advocating for racial/social justice, women’s rights, and human rights.
Tune in to hear our important conversation about healing YOUR way. Unapologetically!
Connect with Jess at unapologeticlifecoachingllc@gmail.com
https://www.instagram.com/unapologetically_overcoming?igsh=bHd6bzFqMmMxbnNo
https://www.facebook.com/share/166TGCoivx/?mibextid=wwXIfr
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetically-overcoming/id1625971200
https://iheart.com/podcast/117678087
Remember that you can reach out anytime to:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week and EVERY holiday:
sam@samantharuth.com
Learn more about becoming a certified coach or a Faces of Grief Author:
sam@samantharuth.com
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@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7
Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week and EVERY holiday:
sam@samantharuth.com
Learn more about becoming a certified coach or a Faces of Grief Author:
sam@samantharuth.com
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:
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Learn more about becoming a certified coach:
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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 :
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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 :
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Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week and EVERY holiday (including today, St. Patrick's Day)
Learn more about becoming a certified coach:
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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 celebrations or victories. Exhaustion. Anxiety. Depression. In a world that expects the celebration, people experiencing any other type of emotion can be left feeling "different" and like something is "wrong with them."
Tune in for a conversation about how wrong the world is for NOT making spaces for these people and these conversations!
And remember, you can reach out anytime to:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community :
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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
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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
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Join Team Ruthless - for multiple groups every week and EVERY holiday:
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Learn more about becoming a certified coach or an author in Faces of Grief:
sam@samantharuth.com
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 , feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources , and just for support and connection :
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week PLUS EVERY holiday :
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about becoming a certified grief coach or an author in Faces of Grief:
sam@samantharuth.com
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 the information accurate?
Tune in now - for the episode and my big news!!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions , feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources , and just for support and connection :
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/J
oin Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week PLUS EVERY holiday :
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about becoming a certified grief coach or an author in Faces of Grief:
sam@samantharuth.com
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 resources , and just for support and connection :
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week PLUS EVERY holiday :
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about becoming a certified grief coach:
sam@samantharuth.com
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 , to work with me, for referrals and resources , and just for support and connection :
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups every week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
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 theemotional 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 referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Counselor!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
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 with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
Register for your FREE ticket to Healing Together Through the Holidays ON DEMAND library here:https://tinyurl.com/htthregister
Get your Griefhab 2025 Awareness Calendar with a 10% discount (code = Griefhab10) here:https://samantharuth.myshopify.com/
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 connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
Register for your FREE ticket to Healing Together Through the Holidays ON DEMAND library here:https://tinyurl.com/htthregister
Get your Griefhab 2025 Awareness Calendar with a 10% discount (code = Griefhab10) here:
https://samantharuth.myshopify.com/
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 CarePRN, a private duty caregiver organization committed to serving individuals with dignity and compassion. As a single mother to her 9-year-old daughter, Shallan understands the profound importance of balancing care and connection, both at home and in her work.
Her faith and active involvement in her local church inspire her daily, shaping her purpose-driven approach to leadership and life.
Shallan's story is one of service, strength, and a deep desire to uplift those around her.
Connect with Shallan at info@careprn.comcareprn.com.
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
- stay tuned for the caregivers who have lost clients group!
Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
And register for your FREE ticket to Healing Together Through the Holidays ON DEMAND library here:https://tinyurl.com/htthregister
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 questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday (including Thanksgiving!) https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
And register for your FREE ticket to Healing Together Through the Holidays, ON DEMAND library here:
https://tinyurl.com/htthregister
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 engaging podcasts, virtual magazine features, and empowering events. Her charismatic leadership style centers on community building, education, and strategic networking as the core of success for women in business. She is the host of Her Talk Show and leads several networking, business workshops and masterminds per week to help female business owners thrive!
Register for your FREE ticket to Healing Together Through the Holidays, with ON DEMAND access to everything here:
https://tinyurl.com/htthregister
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday (including Thanksgiving!)https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
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 Colorado to Entirely Virtual - you’ll still get all of the acclaimed speakers, workshops, and resources. Completely FREE.
Thank you in advance for your support and understanding.
Register for your FREE ticket, with ON DEMAND access to everything here:
https://tinyurl.com/htthregister
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday (including Thanksgiving!)https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
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 nieces and my teenage clients told me that their teachers didn’t discuss any of the chaos and hatred the world has been dealing with since the election. I’m not referring to political views.
I’m referring to coexisting with people who have different beliefs. Uncomfortable Conversations.
I also discuss the invisible awareness dates - like National Grief Awareness Week, as I thank all of those who gave our country service - and their families!
Register to be part of Healing Together Through the Holidays: whether you’re able to attend in person or online - the on demand library means you won’t miss anything! https://tinyurl.com/htth2024
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMFQ6CS1
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_for
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 expertise to her acute care work and private practice.
About Katy Owens:
Katy Owens has a long history of being a jack of all trades. She finally landed on occupational therapy after an injury in the Coast Guard, and today specializes in working with people with chronic pain and mental health issues. She works in acute care, and also has her own private practice, Empowered Path Occupational Therapy. She was recently featured by the Canadian Occupational Therapy Professional Development Committee for her work on grief and chronic pain and illness management. When she isn’t studying pain neuroscience, she can be found with her dogs Inga and Tucker and husband Jared, probably somewhere in the mountains.
Connect with Katy:
- Website: empoweredpathot.com
- Facebook: Empowered Path Occupational Therapy
- LinkedIn: Katy Owens or Empowered Path Occupational Therapy
Meet Katy in Person!
You can meet Katy in person at Healing Together Through the Holidays on December 2nd, where she will be speaking and offering Reiki sessions. It’s a unique opportunity to learn directly from her and experience the compassionate support she provides.
Ready to join us?
Register now to be part of this healing event—whether you’re able to attend in person, online, or even just for part of it. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and find support on your journey.
👉 Register for Healing Together Through the Holidays
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 Alumni communities really care
The LIVE venue will be announced and the FREE tickets will be available! Get your virtual FREE tickets now.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/735880356957?aff=oddtdtcreator
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 these “double stigma…” categories. She’s the “winner winner” of both world’s: parenting a teenager with #addiction that ultimately resulted in his death by #suicide.
Lisa Wilson is a wife and mother of two boys with eighteen years of experience in education. She has dedicated her life to fostering growth and resilience in others. Her journey as a survivor of suicide loss has profoundly influenced her mission to advocate for families facing barriers and trauma, offering them the support and empathy they need to heal.
As part of her grief journey, she became a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach, initially to help herself and then to help others. She is passionate about inspiring others to embrace positivity and self-care, believing that wellness and nutrition are foundational to a fulfilling life. Her goal is to educate, encourage, and empower individuals to lead healthier, happier lives through holistic wellness practices.
When she isn't exercising or enjoying the outdoors with her husband, Shawn, and dog, Marlo, she's reading a new book or listening to music while writing in her journal. Finding balance in life and making space for the important work of healing is a huge part of who she is.
This episode is for anyone who’s struggled with loss or knows the complexities of suicide, addiction, and mental illness. Join us as Samantha and Lisa dive into the realities of grief, the importance of community, and the power of embracing the “complicated” side of life.
Connect with Lisa Wilson:
- RadKidzFoundation@gmail.com
- RadKidzFoundation.com
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
- Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
- Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
- Pre Order a PAWTOGRAPHED copy of Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
- Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
- Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week): https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
- Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_link
I talk ALL the time about noise. Silence is equally as powerful. I regularly keep my phone in a different room, and some people hear that and look at me like I’m an alien.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss silence, how you respond when someone is silent, and how you want someone to respond when you’re looking for silence!
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order a PAWTOGRAPHED copy of Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week)https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_link
There’s stigma surrounding mental illness -
and then there’s the stigma surrounding men’s mental illness. Because boys don’t cry. And asking for help means you’re “not tough.”
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show knows all about acting tough.
Mark Coope is 63 years old, married with 3 children and 3 grandchildren. He is an ex Rugby League player. He’s also a Ju-Jitsu black belt, qualified coach and runs his own club.
By trade, Mark has his own business repairing HP Design jet printers. He’salso an online coach, specializing inhelping more mature people transitionfrom corporate life to the online world. Mark is in recovery from severe PTSD and depression.
Connect with Mark on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/share/1G4BBWx1jz/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order a PAWTOGRAPHED copy of Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week)https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_link
Ch - Ch - Ch - Changes
Turn and face the strange
Ch - Ch - Ch - Changes!
Change is difficult for most people. And things are already pretty stressful in this world right now.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss some unexpected, but extremely necessary, changes I’m making……
Griefhab’s 2nd Annual Healing Together Through the Holidays is ch-ch-ch-changing locations - because of my health, and most importantly - Sassy’s!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your compassion and understanding!
Some of you will love this adjustment, and others will say it’s unprofessional. This decision is for me - and all of you silently struggling.
If I don’t do what’s best for me, I won’t be my best for you. If I ignore my intuition, I’ll suffer somehow.
The entire event is FREE and STREAMING VIRTUALLY everywhere - none of that has changed! We’ll rock it out on our college campus in Metro Detroit next year.
This year will be a LIVE VIP Experience in Colorado for an exclusive group! Meet the Major Keynote Speakers, Faces of Grief Authors, & More.
It’s turning into something better. Something more beautiful.
A change this close to the event is scary. Not making the change is scarier!!
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order a PAWTOGRAPHED copy of Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
Apply to be an author in one of the next Faces of Grief books:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffR1tthu2O23kKPxWdrffd1dl9mWFIXfBo8fv_2KAqlnTP4A/viewform?usp=send_form
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week)https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Learn more about becoming a certified Coach!: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_link
Do you have something you’re working on? A project that only you can finish the way you see it?
If you’re like me, and many other creative people - you have many! What would happen if you disappeared?
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show deals with unfinished projects. She helps people complete them - which, in the world of loss, is such a beautiful gift!
Jen Simonic has been knitting since she was six years old. Her grandmother taught her with steel needles from WWII used for bandage-making. She was the weirdo that knit under the desk in 6th grade. A teacher and financial tech professional, Jen lives with her family in Seattle, WA. They love her even though her stash is taking over the house.
jen@looseendsproject.org
looseendsproject.org
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
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I meditate every day. I write letters to Jim every night. I do something outside every day. Religiously. Plus taking care of my back.
But I haven’t been taking the best care of myself this year. Even with all of my routines!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss really listening to yourself and your body. Tuning out the noise. And being true to you!
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week, PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
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Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week)https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
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There are so many things this world has opinions about - and some things are judged more harshly than others.
Bigger stigmas.
Addiction. Abuse.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show discusses both - and how unresolved assault issues actually tie into her addiction.
Danielle Miller is just a regular girl from Detroit, Michigan, and today she’s a stay-at-home mom. Danielle feels like she’s jumped through every obstacle that life has thrown at her - good and bad. They have run the gamut.
From being sexually assaulted to dealing with addiction to losing her kids because of that addiction. After years of self- shame and humiliation, Danielle is finally able to write about these things, all the while hoping that by sharing the darkest parts of it all, she can also help anyone else who is suffering in silence.
You can connect with Danielle at https://www.facebook.com/share/V8mpXAehXfLP2PTS/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
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Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week)https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
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So much devastation in this world right now - and it’s not over. I don’t know about you, but I’m finding it difficult to concentrate.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss some of the myths in this world that I reject, such as fake it until you make it. I discuss Mental Illness Awareness Week, and the 2024 theme ‘At Work.’ (I added ‘At School.’)
Now more than ever let’s have the conversations. Let’s not pretend things are fine when life is anything but!
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for multiple support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
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Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December 2nd - 8th (National Grief Awareness Week)https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
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It has been a bizarre week - to say the least!
L’Shana Tova to all who celebrate! 11 years later, and it’s still hard not being in Michigan with my family.
To those expecting a live episode with Jen Simpnic today, thanks in advance for understanding. Jen’s episode will be LIVE on 10/16!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how to deal with the life lessons you didn’t sign up for. Mistakes. Adjustments. I take all of these as signs from Jim and ways to connect with Jim. Things I say thank you for, not ‘why me?!
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
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Nationwide Verizon Outages. I thought I pushed some button messing up the settings on my phone :D
For real, though! It’s been known to happen!
Instead, on this last day of September - I’m ready to share news that’s been in the works for almost a year!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how I used today’s (literal) SOS. I 1000% believe that Jim is always protecting me! And I (proudly) announce Griefhab’s fully accredited coaching certification program.
Three options to choose from - and the first group begins November 12th! Because this world needs peers supporting each other through the healing process!
Reach out now to learn more: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PeMqSOd7FwOqpS2b6jO_zbqw1ksVNiMU0p69sFlvY9jIhQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&usp=mail_form_link
And remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
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Loss is loss and pain is pain. Somehow - you find yourself living life again, after being a zombie and going through the motions for what feels like eons!
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show knows those feelings all too well! Linda Henderson lived it.
Linda is a retired nurse who has spent 37 years caring for others. Experiencing the tragic loss of her daughter, Linda became passionate about helping others navigate the journey of grief. Together with her career, Linda was determined to increase her knowledge of suffering.
Linda has certificates in Professional Grief and Development, Coping with Child Loss, and Bereavement Counseling. Her journey has shaped her and given Linda the determination to live life to the fullest.
Nine years into her grief, Linda decided to put her pain and suffering into words and wrote her book “The Road of Love & Hope”. Since publishing her book, her new purpose and vision is to share her story to provide inspiration, hope, and empowerment to people suffering from grief and other adversities of life.
You can connect with Linda at https://www.facebook.com/share/WpbEjYEi6AQEYTbM/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Find The Road of Love and Hope here: https://a.co/d/3AX7o7f
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the Jimtember Virtual Jubilee THIS Friday & Saturday: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1004920834267?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Resting & Recovering after such an amazing Ruthless in the Rockies (stay tuned for 2025 dates - Shalini is still on her adventures!)
It takes its toll - physically and emotionally. For Sassy, too!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show - I discuss why it’s so important to me to be true to myself. And that you be true to yourself! I discuss the importance of resting and recovering in a world that glamorizes pushing through and faking it until you make it. I discuss why I use my voice and my story as a way to have the conversations other people don’t.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the Jimtember Virtual Jubilee THIS Friday & Saturday: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1004920834267?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
There literally was a full moon - People everywhere have been feeling off track.
Please send Tanya Manley your love and prayers. She’s dealing with medical issues and will be a guest on The Be Ruthless Show when things calm down.
On today’s episode, I discuss how to use feeling off track to get back on track.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the Faces of Grief Jimtember Virtual Jubilee: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1004920834267?aff=oddtdtcreator
Pre Order Faces of Grief - a collection of stories about ALL kinds of loss:https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
I started this with a lot to say and no idea how to do it. Here we are 3 and a half years and 350 episodes later! Thank you for making it all possible.
On today's episode, news hits all too close to home. We hear about tragedies every day. This one took me right back to those feelings.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the Faces of Grief Jimtember Virtual Jubilee: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1004920834267?aff=oddtdtcreator
Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
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Full moons. Things in retrograde. Wacky Wednesdays. Friday the 13th.
A LOT is going on If you tuned in to The Be Ruthless Show LIVE on Wednesday- you know!
If you didn’t - something bizarre was going on with the sound.
So here I am again!!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all the wackiness - how we cope, how we respond to it, who we lean on - and who we don’t!
Tune in for this bonus episode now, and remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT (soon to be NINE!) support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
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Did the Miami Dolphins react in outrage, as many of the fans and broadcasters did?
NOPE.
They said something along the lines of “We don’t know what happened yet. We’re going to make sure Tyreek’s ok emotionally and get everyone’s head in the game.”
The way we respond to the events in our lives impacts the outcomes.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss ways you can add to a problem, and ways you can avoid adding to a problem.
Because either way - there’s always noise!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
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Learn more about Jimtember Virtual Jubilee: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1004920834267?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Learn about Healing Together Through the Holidays, this December: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Certain things in life just change you. And you can start looking for ways to cope. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show (and Faces of Grief Author!) Jan Jeremias found herself in this position and attributes her entire life today to looking for those ways to cope. Jan Jeremias, a compassionate Health Coach, has a career in health and wellness that spans over three decades and is a Bestselling Author of the book SpOIL Your Pet: A Practical Guide to Using Essential Oils in Dogs and Cats. While overcoming personal health challenges, Jan developed an integrative approach rooted in nutrition, movement, yoga, essential oils, and meditation, and created and founded Aroma Lotus Yoga. Her mission is to empower individuals on their paths to achieving vibrant health, and she extends her inclusive approach to pets. Jan offers one-on-one health coaching, private and group yoga sessions and meditations, workshops, and retreats for people and corporations. Her services can be provided online or in person, thereby allowing her to help people and their animal companions worldwide. She's not just a guide, but a heartfelt companion, supporting holistic well-being for the body, mind, and spirit.Connect with Jan at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-jeremias-88b08120a?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appRemember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/ Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless Learn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events / Jimtember Virtual Jubilee: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1004920834267?aff=oddtdtcreatorLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief PRE ORDER NOW: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
One of the most common phrases I hear from my clients is “They should have known!” My response? No one reads minds! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss communication breakdowns - in relationships, in the workplace, in the healing journey. Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessLearn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events / Jimtember Virtual Jubilee:https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidaysLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-griefPRE ORDER NOW: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0
Do you ever feel like life is ganging up on you? Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Rick Cheatham, certainly did! And then he turned those thoughts around - and everything began to change.
A seasoned Life and Career Transformation Coach, Rick brings a wealth of experience from a diverse background as a Fire Captain and Union President in Anaheim, California.
With a deep commitment to servant leadership,Rick specializes in crisis management, guidingover 200 union members through some of the most challenging periods in the union's history.Having overcome personal battles with addiction, financial bankruptcy, and the devastating loss of a child, Rick channels these experiences into empowering others.
Married to Kelly for nearly four decades, Rick's Journey embodles restlience and unwavering persistence, offering clarity and direction to those navigating life’s complexities.
Connect with Rick at rkconsulting292@gmail.comRemember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
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Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/ Join Team Ruthless for EIGHT support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless Learn more about Visible in Colorado https://www.eventbrite.com/e/927012789207?aff=oddtdtcreator PRE ORDER YOUR COPY OF FACES OF GRIEF NOW: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0 Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Noise. Its everywhere. It can influence us. It can drown out our own voices. What or who or where influences you? Positively or negatively?On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the impact people, places, and things can have. PRE ORDER HOUR COPY OF FACES OF GRIEF NOW: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ9BL1d882G5Mc3d0Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/ Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless *8th group beginning September 3rd!Learn more about Visible in Colorado https://www.eventbrite.com/e/927012789207?aff=oddtdtcreator Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
I don’t consider myself the most talented artist, but I absolutely enjoy all things creative. It’s about how I feel during the activity, not about the “success” or outcome of whatever I’m working on. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Sue Sutton, uses her creativity to help others. Sue is the Captain and Cruise Director of Pirate Radio, 93.5, Fort Collins, Colorado. She’s also a community connector, bringing together people who might otherwise never connect. She loves using things she finds to make new, beautiful things. (Join us at Ruthless in the Rockies!) Connect with Sue at ssdeejay@comcast.netRemember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessLearn more about Visible in Colorado https://www.eventbrite.com/e/927012789207?aff=oddtdtcreatorLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-griefLearn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Feelings. Such a negative word to some! Which I think is nonsense, because we’re not robots. Feelings make us human. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss healthy outlets for our feelings, as well as why this matters! Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:(Eighth group beginning September 3rd! Loss of a parent on Tuesdays at 10am mst)https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessLearn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events: Pilates in the Park, Visible & more…https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidaysLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
I feel connected with anyone who has lived through loss…. But some people are extra special, instant connections.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is not just a Faces of Grief Author. Dan Older is a man on a mission. He’s passionate. He wears his heart on his sleeve. And he puts his complete all into everything he does.
Dan works as a professional portation provider for people with nonmedical needs. In this capacity, he ushers people to and from their appointments with compassion and grace. In his down time, he is part of a hot-air balloon crew and enjoys the unique hobby of ghost hunting with his wife and friends.
In 2019, Dan's life changed when his only brother, Brad, died from a massive heart attack. Dan immediately started writing poetry to help process his thoughts and joined a support community that helped him see he wasn't alone.Five years into his healing journey, he now leads a “Write Your Soul" meeting that encourages others to express themselves through writing.
In addition to leading the group, he speaks at grief-orientedconferences and shares his poetry to help those who are hurting from a loss.Dan lives in Michigan with his wife, Starr, and their fur baby, Ash.Connect with Dan at danny_older@yahoo.com and continue to follow his Faces of Grief Journey!
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Join the Griefhab Community
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Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
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Learn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events: Pilates in the Park, Visible & more…
https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
Jim loved watching me play with my nieces. He especially loved the costumes and getups they put me in Who knew we’d fly back to Colorado with him singing “Let it Go-“ Jim/Elsa style We turned it into part of our lingo. I’ve turned it into part of my healing journey. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss when it’s necessary to let things go. I also discuss healthy ways to do so! Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessLearn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events: Pilates in the Park, Visible & more…https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidaysLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
Chaos. That’s the one word that comes to mind right now. About what, you ask? Pick a topic. Weather. Politics. Colorado has another inmate death that won’t reach your local news. Colorado mental health facility laid off 10% of their staff. Bomb threat in Fort Collins yesterday. Chaos. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss ways to survive the chaos. I also discuss the added toll stress and chaos have on those who are already struggling in some way. Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessLearn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events: Pilates in the Park, Visible & more…https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidaysLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
My dad used to say “let me see your eyes” when I wasn’t feeling well. Dead giveaway. I’m not the kid who got a fever. Ever!
He also could tell when I was “faking fine.” You know - when I knew I was sick but still wanted to do something.
One look. That’s all it ever took.
I’m not the best at evaluating that look myself, and I’m absolutely prone to adult faking fine….. doing something when I should be resting!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of prioritizing health - physical, mental, and spiritual!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Learn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events: Pilates in the Park, Visible & more…
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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The world doesn’t discuss grief, so how can we expect work places to address grief?
It’s necessary, because people will inevitably deal with loss. And then they’ll return to the work place.
Where everything is exactly the same - except for them!
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is all too familiar with loss and loss in the workplace.
Dr. Kimberly Harms has been around the block in life. She has served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Public Health Service, a dental school professor, a grief counselor, a death doula, a civil mediator, a clinical dentist with her late husband Jim in Farmington MN, a school board Chair, President of an international women's organization, the first woman President of the Minnesota Dental Association, a National Spokesperson for the American Dental Association (21 years), an award-winning, best selling author and international speaker on the topics of grief, conflict and legacy planning. She has also suffered many personal losses, including the deaths by suicide of her mother and son and the death by broken heart of her husband after their son's death. Her most important role now is mother to her two surviving children and grandmother to 6 precious grandchildren.
Connect with Dr. Kimberly Harms at DrKimberlyHarms.com
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
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Learn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
It’s been a year.
I have so many incredible things happening, but Sassy not being ok has been my main focus.
I’ve even been neglecting myself because I’ve been so preoccupied with her.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of taking care of YOU. I discuss when we don’t have to listen to doctors or people in positions of authority. Because if I had listened to mine - I’d be doing much worse!
We tend to assume that others know better than we do, but when it comes to your body - you know you best!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Learn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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Show notes:
I talk all the time about the secondary losses people experience while grieving. Loss of the futures imagined, loss of friends or family who don’t understand the grieving process.
As if anyone does.
Going through this recent crisis with Sassy took me right back to those feelings. Complete gratitude for so many who show up that I never would have imagined. As well as people you expect to show up - who don’t.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss Who Shows Up - as well as HOW they show up. I discuss how you can support someone without adding to a crisis. And I discuss the importance of being true to yourself. Trusting your intuition. And even letting go of some you thought were forever relationships.
Thank you all for every single moment of support, prayers, encouragement, donations and love. I couldn’t have gotten through this without you all!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
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Learn more about the Faces of Grief 'Meet the Author'events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
In Sickness & In Health
Vows. Commitments. Morals. Values.
What happens when people have different definitions of such important aspects of life?
What happens when someone disregards their commitments?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of looking at your own health.
In a world full of judgments and expectations, we don’t discuss the importance of our own well being when someone or something isn’t healthy.
And Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Learn more about our 'Meet the Author'events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
https://samantharuth.com/official-faces-of-grief
This world minimizes certain mental illness.
“The weather is bipolar” and someone who is anal is OCD.
In reality, these diagnoses (and so many more) have symptoms that are much more debilitating than the world’s stereotypical versions.
What do we do for people living through these illnesses? and what do we do for caregivers?
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, my guest discusses her late brother who lived with OCD. Danielle Booher shares her story of healing, including her book "Inside CJ's Mind: Navigating Middle School and Intrusive Thoughts.”
Danielle Booher is an Author, Speaker, Mom, Nurse, Podcast Host, and Life Coach. She has had a passion for helping others since she was a child. Spreading love and kindness is very important to Danielle. She loves to make people laugh and smile.
Mental health awareness is also a passion of hers.
Connect with Danielle at:
Get your copy of Inside CJ’s Mind here:
https://a.co/d/5THwdkS
And Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about our 'Meet the Author'events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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Being Present
I’m not doing the greatest - and if you know me, you know I wear my heart on my sleeve. I can’t fake it. And I won’t. So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share what’s going on, along with the positive and negative feedback I’ve been hearing. I discuss the importance of being true to yourself - and share how I’m being true to me. I’m tuning out the noise and listening to my instincts.
It’s not always easy, but we pay a bigger price in the end when we ignore our intuition.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection:
sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about our 'Meet the Author'events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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6 and a half years. Ten years. The waves still come, and we learn better ways to navigate the waters. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show has a special relationship
with water. Camille Woods is a Faces of Grief Author, a licensed school
social worker, private practice clinical therapist, storyteller, and
Moth Story Hour Two-time Grand Slam winner, through which her
storytelling has been featured on National Public Radio.Camille is also the founder of Project "I Got You. -Big Mack," an
educational program and winner of Washtenaw County Project of the Year
in 2018. She is dedicated to sharing her son's legacy of giving and kindness
with today's youth, and helping them understand what it means to say "I
Got You" through acts of kindness. Her program has accomplished over
10,000 acts of kindness to date.Camille is married and the mother to her beautiful daughter,
Mayceeclair, bonus son David, and "Grammy Cammy" to David's two
daughters, Eva and Naomi. Family means everything to Camille, and losing
her son Marcus taught her that every moment must be lived to the
fullest. You can find Camille in the pool swimming laps, listening to 70s
easy listening, basking in the sun in the summer by Lake Michigan, or at
the local public pool she calls the "Rutheford Resort."Connect with Camille at camille.woods@hotmail.comRemember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback,
to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and
connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Join Team Ruthless for SEVEN support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessLearn more about our ‘Meet the Author’ events:https:https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/healing-together-the-road-to-the-main-event-3442979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escbLearn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Grief is the one thing we’ll all experience. But that doesn’t mean we experience it the same way.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what to do when you live or work with someone grieving differently than you. And I discuss why this matters!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groupsEVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about our ‘Meet the Author’ events:https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/healing-together-the-road-to-the-main-event-3442979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
Learn more about Faces of Grief - available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Grief brings anxiety and depression issues for everyone. But what about people already dealing with mental illness?
My anxiety reached levels I didn’t know existed after losing Jim. My brain responds differently than someone who never had anxiety to begin with.
Today’s extremely special guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Kristina Bottenberg, also struggled with anxiety and depression before her losses.
Today, she shares the impact grief has had in her life, as well how she’s coping through the healing. This Faces of Grief Author shares a bit about her chapter, Unconditional Love, and why sharing her story is so important.
Kristina was born November of 1973, in Monterey California, moving just a few short months after her birth to Germany. Being that her father was in the army, they lived on the base there.
Being an Army brat, Kristina was accustomed to moving often. They spent a few years there before moving back to the U.S and finally settling in Washington state.
Growing up Kristina endured a lot of dysfunction and trauma. She persevered and throughout her early adult years had 3 beautiful, accomplished girls, one is now her guardian angel, her brightest star in the sky.
Kristina is, in fact, a grieving mother. She met her second husband Dave in 2013 and in 2014 they were married and so in love. Kristina is, in fact, a grieving widow.
She has 2 beautiful grandchildren from her angel Kenzie, and many bonus grandchildren through her late husband. She works full time in Skagit county, enjoys her work and her 3 cats, hiking, kayaking, fishing, camping with family and friends.
Kristina is taking this time to evaluate what’s important; you could lose those people that mean so much to you in the blink of an eye. And finally, Kristina is trying to learn to love herself. Life can change in ways that are so devastating, but Kristina knows there must still be beauty in living, that’s why Ishe hasn’t given up - though there are times she wants to. Even though she always will live with the grief and loss, because that will never go away, Kristina has hope it will coincide with joy.
Connect with Kristina on Facebook @KristinaAndrewsBottenberg and on Instagram at @bottenbergs
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about our ‘Meet the Author’ events:
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Learn more about Faces of Grief available this December at Healing Together Through the Holidays:
https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Therapy.
It’s a major word in our culture. What comes to mind when you hear the word therapy?
Lying on a couch talking about your childhood?
Medication?
How about “Lifelong Client?”
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss therapy vs. coaching. I discuss the impact of letting a word stand in your way of receiving the support and resources to make life more manageable. And I discuss the ripple effects these decisions have on your friends, loved ones, and even careers.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about our ‘Meet the Author’ events:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/healing-together-the-road-to-the-main-event-3442979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
Learn more about the Awareness Calendar - reach out for a reduced price 2024 Calendar and submit your children’s artwork for the 2025 Calendar. Contact sam@samantharuth.com
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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Grief comes in all different shapes and sizes. My definition of grief is an ending of some kind. This definition encompasses so much more than the end of life.
There are actually different kinds of grief, and one that is not talked about enough is Ambiguous Grief. To simplify - these are the not so obvious (ie ambiguous) losses.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Faces of Grief Author Connie Mae Inglis, shares her story of ambiguous grief.
Connie is an award-winning author, editor, speaker, and teacher. She also hosts her own podcast, "Born on a Bridge," — a podcast which focuses on building bridges of understanding and making relational connections. Her mission in her podcast and future memoir is to connect the world that knows nothing about, and often fears, mental illness, to the world of mental illness as she has lived it as a caregiver to an adult child diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She wants the world to know that in the midst of the pain and heartache, there is hope.
Connie and her husband have lived
cross-culturally in Southeast Asia for the last 30+ years, dedicating their lives to working with minority language groups in Bible translation, literacy, and teaching.
Connie's greatest joy is found in her grandchildren. They fill her with love and laughter and lead her into the wonder of life. Always.
If she's not spending time with family, you can find Connie painting or hiking or camping or, if she's lucky, traveling to places she's never been, always with pen and paper in hand. Ever curious, she knows inspiration for her next poem, story, or novel could be right around the corner.
You can connect with Connie at www.conniemaeinglis.ca
And connect to her podcast, “Born on a Bridge” here: https://www.conniemaeinglis.ca/media
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about our ‘Meet the Author’ events:
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Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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Do you schedule things in advance? Do you live by your calendar? Or are you someone who puts things off? Maybe you “perform better under pressure?”
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss when it’s ok, when it’s necessary, and when it’s problematic to put things off.
Whether it’s homework or a conversation, your decision impacts more than just you!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
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Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about Pilates in the Park: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/926158042637?aff=oddtdtcreator
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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Some families come together during traumatic times, and others drift apart.
We all handle things differently in the best of times.
During traumatic times, these differences can feel even bigger. The families that have the conversations - the uncomfortable conversations - learn how to navigate the unclear healing paths ahead.
Together.
Sisters Molly Cohen & Leslie Rott lost their father unexpectedly almost ten years ago. They had the conversations - and continue to have the conversations, and heal, together.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Molly and Leslie share their story of loss and their different paths towards healing. Respecting those differences led them to heal through writing, again together, in a co written / co authored chapter in Faces of Grief (available this December!)
Connect with them both on social media and meet them in person at Pilates in the Park this August, and Healing Together Through the Holidays this December.
Leslie Rott
Leslie Rott has a master’s degree and a PhD in Sociology from the University of Michigan, and a master’s degree in Health Advocacy from Sarah Lawrence College. She was diagnosed with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis in 2008, at the age of 22. She is a blogger, e-patient, health activist, patient advocate, healthcare disruptor, sociologist, and writer. She authors the blog Getting Closer to Myself (www.gettingclosertomyself.blogspot.com) and has contributed to a variety of other health-related sites, including CreakyJoints, Health Central, Health Line, Lupus News Today, Mango Health, and Rheumatoidarthritis.net. Leslie’s story has been featured in the U.S. Pain Foundation Invisible Project: RA/RD Edition, Women’s Health magazine (twice!), Real Life Diaries: Living with Rheumatic Diseases, and on a jacket, “Double Major,” that she proudly wears as a member of the Walking Gallery of Healthcare. She currently works as the Compliance & Experience Officer at a community healthcare company in Royal Oak, Michigan. Leslie lives in Beverly Hills, Michigan, with her son and husband.
Molly Cohen
Molly Cohen is a graduate student at Sara Schenirer/Yeshiva University’s Wurzweiler School of Social Work. She received her bachelor of arts in Spanish with a minor in biology from Wayne State University. She is passionate about perinatal and maternal mental health and helping others through some of life’s most difficult moments. Although she is unsure of her future career, she is grateful for the opportunity to find her path through social work. She interned at Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit and is currently interning at a Perinatal and Youth mental health clinic. Molly lives in Southfield, Michigan, with her husband and daughter.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about Pilates in the Park: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/926158042637?aff=oddtdtcreator
Learn more about Healing Together Through the Holidays:
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I always talk about the invisibles. The invisible populations, the invisible awareness dates.
The invisible symptoms.
It’s difficult enough going through something invisible - it might impact your sleep or appetite. Maybe your mood or your ability to concentrate.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why it’s so important to have certain people involved when working with the invisibles.
I discuss different levels of involvement, ranging from absent to enmeshed, and I discuss your role in making this happen in the event professionals aren’t reaching out to you.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the pre-events and Healing Together Through the Holidays:
https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
How many accidents do you pass when you’re driving? My parents will tell you stories of me traumatized as a little girl. Asking questions hours after seeing accidents. Wanting to know if everyone was ok.
I’m still that same little girl when I see any accident. It doesn’t matter whether or not I know the people. It stays with me.
SO many people have lost loved ones in tragic accidents. Today’s guests on The Be Ruthless Show, Jennifer & Jeff Forlastro, lost their son in a motorcycle accident and have created their foundation, Gears in Heaven, in Brandon’s honor.
Gears in Heaven is a 501c3 non-profit organization comprised of dedicated, compassionate volunteers and generous donors, missioned to offer comfort and support to the families of motorsport enthusiasts who are killed or seriously injured in a vehicle accident.
Learn more at gearsinheaven.org
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday:
https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the pre events and Healing Together Through the Holidays:
https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
(For information about July's Paddle & Paint event in Seaside, NJ - contact sam@samantharuth.com)
I’ve always been confused by some of the things we’re conditioned to believe. Ya know, the girls can’t do this and only boys can do that kind of things.
It’s Men’s Mental Health (Awareness) Month. And Men’s Mental Health (Awareness) Week.
Necessary? Absolutely!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why all mental health awareness days matter. I discuss why having the conversations matter - and more importantly, why not having them matters more.
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community:
https:// www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups
EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https:// samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the pre events and Healing Together Through the Holidays: https:// samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
(For information about July’s Paddle & Paint event in Seaside, NJ - contact sam@samantharuth.com)
The S Word. Suicide. If mental health has a stigma, suicide is in a world of its own.
There’s less support - when there should be more. We heal together. We heal through having the conversations.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show cared about helping others long before she really understood how much it would truly come to mean to her.
Jen Allen is the CEO of Front Range Family Resource Center, a counseling clinic, in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Prior to this, she was a registered nurse and spent most of her nursing career in inner city emergency departments. Shortly after obtaining her Master's degree in pursuit of a Nurse Practitioner career, she lost her son to a very unexpected suicide. This tragic experience led Jen in a whole new direction in life and in her career.
Mental health and becoming a support to families who have lost loved ones to suicide became her focus and her mission.
Jen is also the wife of Jeremy, an Air Force Veteran and psychotherapist. They have been married for almost 28 years and raised two of the most amazing children, Kaitlyn and Daniel. They also have a bonus daughter, Cassie and two beautiful bonus grand babies, Colt and Sawyer. Jen spends her free time on the sunny beaches of Florida with her husband and with her four dogs, Roxy, Frasier, Gromit, and Morty.
Connect with Jen on instagram at @ninjanursejen and read her chapter in Faces of Grief, available this December!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the pre events and Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
How is it already June? Did you know that June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month? National PTSD Month? Men’s Health Month?
It’s also Beautiful in Your Skin Month, which celebrates the unique beauty of each person's skin. It's a time to embrace individuality, foster self-love, and boost confidence.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss insecurities. I discuss what to do when you don’t feel beautiful in your skin. Because it’s another lesson we need to be taught in schools - but we’re not!
Remember that you can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Join Team Ruthless for SIX support groups EVERY week PLUS EVERY holiday: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless
Learn more about the pre events and Healing Together Through the Holidays: https://samantharuth.com/healing-together-through-holidays
Addiction. Recovery. Words many are ashamed of and won’t even discuss. Even those with years, even decades, of sobriety. Not today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show. Racquet Garcia shares her story of addiction and recovery with pride. It’s her “badge of honor.”
Racquel Garcia is a passionate advocate for change, working tirelessly to destigmatize and educate on the challenges of overcoming substance misuse and systemic and familial obstacles. She is deeply committed to advocating for underserved populations, particularly on the issues of racial equity, the power of peer coaching, and criminal justice reform.
Racquel is the owner & Chief Innovation Officer of HardBeauty and serves as the Executive Director of the HardBeauty Foundation. Her foundation is the first and only peer-led organization in Douglas County, Colorado, offering hybrid coaching and programming that serves the entire state.
Racquel's educational background includes an Associates Degree in Addiction Counseling from ICDC College. She is also a National Certified Peer Recovery Specialist with NAADAC and possesses qualifications as an ARISE Interventionist, Subject Matter Expert and Training Facilitator for Opioid Response Network, working at the national level on behalf of SAMSHA. March of 2023, Racquel began a 2-year term on the Colorado Opioid Abatement Council. Her appointment by the Attorney General highlights her expertise in the field. She serves as a member of the Behavioral Health Administration Advisory Council (BHACC). In this capacity, she collaborates to create a people-first behavioral health system in Colorado.
Racquel's involvement extends nationally as the Vice-Chair of the National Naloxone Project, where she is a leader in MOMs+. Her contributions have made her a powerful influencer, particularly with the "Tough As A Mother Stronger Than Addiction" campaign, which acknowledges her impactful work with mothers in Colorado and across the nation.
Racquel will be speaking at Visible in August and she’s also part of the 2nd annual Healing Together Through the Holidays this December - because addiction, recovery, loss, and grief are all connected - and all need to be discussed more!
Learn more about HardBeauty and Raquel at HardBeauty.life
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Ohhhh the noise. It can convince you that you should stay silent when silence is the enemy!!
It isolates you.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m coming Straight Outta the Fire to share 5 tips you must know when you’re dealing with haters.
Because they’re everywhere.
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I really am a clutz - it’s genetic. But lately, my bruises aren’t from me. I have people literally coming to knock me down.
I’m coming back even harder.
Because it’s NOT. ABOUT. ME.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss Betrayal. I discuss not knowing who you can trust after ONE betrayal in life.
What happens if you e had more than one?
As always - I discuss the importance of listening to our bodies. Learning how to tune out the noise so we learn what our intuition is - because it’s not taught in schools!
I discuss what I’m going through so it doesn’t happen to you. Because there is NO OTHER PROGRAM like Griefhab.
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Here is the new Team Ruthless Group schedule, effective immediately:
Tonight/weekly
Wednesday’s at 5:30 pm MST
Monday, May 27th at 5:30 pm MST
Memorial Day Holiday Group
Tuesday, May 28th at 1 pm MST
Loss of a parent
Alternating weekly
June 4th loss of a child
June 11th loss of a parent
Wednesdays at 5:30 pm MST (weekly)
Partner/spouse loss
Fridays at 8 am MST (weekly)
Pet loss
4 pm MST (weekly)
Addiction and overdose loss
Saturdays at 9 am MST (weekly)
Young Adults Grief Support and Loss Group
Monday, June 3rd at 10 am MST
Alternating weeks
Anxiety & Self-Esteem
June 10th Surviving Suicide loss
June 17th Anxiety & Self Esteem
“Accused of being kind!”
Legendary Hall of Famer, Terry Bradshaw, believes Quarterback, Dak Prescott, is not winning Superbowl’s because (wait for this one!) he’s “too kind 😳”
Pardon my French, but I. Shit. You. Not.
Advocating for Mental Illness. Too Kind.
Connecting with fans who have experienced loss. Too Kind. Sharing his message that Together We Can - Too Kind.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss tuning out this exact kind of negative noise. The world always has something to say.
Together we can do more. Together we can heal. Together we can get through the difficult times, celebrate the beautiful times.
Together we can!
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Red Alert. Red Alert.
Have you been wondering where I am? No calls from me lately? No emails? Maybe you did get a lovely voicemail from me -But was it really me?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss some craziness that’s been going on in my world. Again. But it’s an episode everyone should hear!
AI is taking over the world and it’s even taking over people’s voices. Profiles. How do you know if you’re really talking to me?
I like to see the good in everyone but there are dangerous people who do dangerous things. Tune in now!
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The children of professional athletes. I think they should be genetic studies. Michael Phelps son crushed it in his first race.
He’s SIX.
That’s got NOTHING to do with why I’m a fan! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why I follow certain athletes - and it’s got everything to do with their performance OFF the field!
I also share my Team Ruthless news…. Beginning on Memorial Day - there will be TEN groups a week.
Count ‘em - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 -8 - 9 -10… PLUS every holiday! If that’s not a reason to join….Stay tuned
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Grief is a taboo subject, but what about the end of life? People won’t even approach these conversations.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show literally makes it her job to have these conversations.
Carin Mikos brings with her 27 years of experience as a registered nurse. She has been an end-of-life specialist for the past 4 years. She is the creator of The Quietus House, a concierge service dedicated to supporting folks at end of life. And she is one of the incredible authors in Faces of Grief, available this December.
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Sassy. Sassafras. SassyPants. Sassaroo.
She marched into my life with personality and pizazz. Little did we know that we’d be moving to Colorado a year and a half later.
This mommy’s girl definitely loves her daddy, too.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I begin the introduction of our Faces of Grief Authors. That’s right. Meet Sassy Ruth! Hear her story. In HER words, not mine.
Learn more about Faces of Grief, Healing Together Through the Holidays, Griefhab’s Awareness Calendar, and all of the different ways that you can
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There are people in this world who mean well. There are people who even believe they’re your biggest cheerleaders. Your absolute biggest source of support.
Isn’t that your vote?
Who lifts you up? Who is there for you and meets you where YOU are? Who listens to you? Who checks in on you?
Relationships aren’t easy! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, on this first day of Mental Health Awareness Month, I discuss ways to be true to yourself - in any relationship. In all relationships.
I also discuss why these awareness dates are so important to me and how you can get involved!
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We’ve all heard the saying “It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.” But has anyone ever heard this added: “And who you say it to?”Were you taught to communicate your feelings to the person you’re ‘feeling them’ about?On today’s episode of #TheBeRuthlessShow, I discuss the importance of communication - in general, but especially in relationships.So many people avoid emotions and communication for so many reasons, yet we don’t address the problems this can lead to.Hashtags for YouTube & Apple#TheBeRuthlessShow #psychologist #communication #relationshios #emotions (?) yes or no #healthyrelationshipsYou can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.com Join the Griefhab Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/ Learn more about / Join Team Ruthless: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthless Get your awareness calendar: samantharuth.com/shop Curious about Ruthless in the Rockies? Learn more here:https://samantharuth.com/ruthless-in-the-rockies-may-2024?mc_cid=563807652asamantharuth.com/events
I fell on my morning walk with Sassy and Dallas yesterday. I’m a clutz - it’s absolutely genetic!
I’m more embarrassed than injured - but the reason I’m telling you is because emotionally, I handled it like a rockstar.
On today’s episode of #TheBeRuthlessShow, I discuss something I truly believe in and mention regularly: the universe (or spirit guides or angels) is always working for you. Protecting you.
This seems like the last thing I’d be thinking about as I’m bleeding, dazed, and on my butt after my fall - but that’s exactly what’s on my mind.
With no #anxiety - which is huge for this lifelong #anxiety sufferer. And proof that the consistent work really does allow you to design the life you choose!
Even when you fall!
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What a difference a year makes. I met Carol when she was at a dark point in her life. To see her now, it’s like she’s an entirely new version of herself. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Carol Meeter shares her journey with you!
You can connect with her at https://www.facebook.com/carol.meeter.7?mibextid=LQQJ4d
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I think every person I know who has dealt with loss says, “Grief Sucks!” Thinking back to the first year without Jim, the only thing I remember saying is “this sucks!”
It doesn’t adequately describe it - but are there really any words that can? Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show wrote a book with the same sentiments:
Grief Sucks: But Your Life Doesn’t Have To!
From the scenic countryside of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, author, speaker, and educator Brooke Carlock brings a refreshingly pragmatic and humorous approach to the often somber world of grief support. Her debut book, Grief Sucks: But Your Life Doesn't Have To, is far from a conventional self-help book. It is an unfiltered guide through grief, laced with the kind of candid realism only someone who's faced staggering personal loss can deliver. Beyond the written word, Brooke is a certified grief educator, the host of the"Mourning Coffee" podcast, and the face behind the YouTube channel "Grief Sucks with Brooke Carlock."
You can find her at brookecarlock.org and livelikelibby.org
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On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, it’s an especially taboo topic: sexual assault. April is sexual assault awareness month.Over 50% of women and 33% of men report at least one experience of being sexually assaulted .. and these are just the reported numbers.But what IS sexual assault? Most of my clients didn’t realize an assault had occurred at first. It wasn’t “violent” enough.I get into all of this - and so much more! including how to use this awareness month to make a difference.
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Dogs are part of my world. Sassy and Dallas come to my retreats - because animal therapy is a real thing! I’ve used it in an office and now, in nature. Sassy is writing a chapter in Faces of Grief - don’t get me started on the power of animal healing!
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is a genius when it comes to connecting with our dogs. Cherie A Marquez is The Dog Mystic. She is so grateful to be living her dream because she owns her own dog training company. She was a teacher for elementary education and she resigned to pursue her dog training career. Through the trials and tribulations of working for herself, she has prevailed and she has not had to work for anyone else since 2007.She is a published author of Happy Dogs = Happy Homes, Problem Solving Techniques Without Using Treats. Her mission is to keep dogs in their forever home by teaching people how to train their dog without treats and get and keep themselves healthy by drinking clean water..The Dog Mystic instructs dogs of all ages, sizes, and breed, with no breed discrimination. She works on problem solving, commands, and exercises to strengthen your bond with your dog or dogs on the soul level, so they will always be family.
Connect with Cherie at thedogmystic.com
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It’s Counseling Awareness Month, and over the past week I’ve had so many conversations with people asking about what counseling actually looks like.On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the fact that you get to choose - whether we’re talking about counseling or anything!
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Most medications give me serious side effects. As a toddler, something gave me hives. Countless things upset my stomach.
If I need to - I take what’s necessary. If I can find natural alternatives - in addition or instead of, I consider it a life changing win.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is a natural alternatives expert (and so many other amazing things!!)
Callie Mitchell is a Colorado Mompreneur who owns an all natural apothecary. She creates fantastic herbal remedies, CBD topical healing and self care community events. Today we discuss the ins and outs of CBD healing capabilities, who CBD can benefit and other possible wellness alternatives to prescription medication.
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April makes me think about Passover & The NFL Draft. It’s like the beginning of the Seasin after a loong winter. But a lot of people I know are not fans of April.Clients are missing lost loves. Teachers and Principals are heading into Prom & Graduation Season. Which means people in my field are about to get busy -On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss transitions. Emotions during transitions. it's not just ok to have a full range of emotions during major transitions. It’s necessary.Anything else is unhealthy and inauthentic.You can reach out anytime - with questions, feedback, to work with me, for referrals and resources, and just for support and connection: sam@samantharuth.comJoin the Griefhab Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/Learn more about / Join Team Ruthless: https://samantharuth.com/team-ruthlessGet your awareness calendar: samantharuth.com/shop
It’s not easy to find a real, live Colorado Native! I have no idea why! Jim fell in love with Colorado and got me here, and I loved it enough to stay even after losing him.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, you get to meet a Colorado Native, too!
Sara Duke is the youngest of three; she has two older brothers. She was born in Fort Collins and lived in Loveland until 3rd grade. Her parents relocated to the Englewood area where she would start 3rd grade. Sara has been very active in sports from an early age-most notably lacrosse. She played lacrosse since 5th grade, into High School and College. Sara graduated from Cherry Creek High School in 2000 and graduated from Colorado State University in 2004 with a Major in Economics and a double Minor in Marketing and Finance.
After graduating from CSU, Sara worked at Wells Fargo in Colorado and California as a personal banker. In 2008, Sara worked for the Pepsi Center to pursue her love for sports and did marketing for the Crush, Nuggets and Avalanche. In 2013, she started her own dog training business, Colorado Canine Concierge, and went back to school at Animal Behavior College and graduated with honors. She is still a dog trainer running her business almost 11 years later. In 2023, Sara joined K4CO Radio as their Vice President of Media Relations, reaching out to nonprofits, businesses and musicians for interviews and endorsements.
Sara has been involved with nonprofits for over 20 years. She began and founded Rocky Mountain Active 20-30 in 2008 to assist underprivileged girls get scholarship funds for school. (It is the female version of Denver Active 20-30). Also in 2008, she was on the board and helped start Kempe Champions and served as their marketing chair. She also served as the Marketing Chair for Easter Seals. Sara has volunteered with the Fine Arts Foundation, Rotary Clubs, Larimer Humane Society, Boys and Girls Club, Young Professionals, Elway Foundation, and Colorado Hospice Care. Being involved with the Denver Community has remained a passion of Sara’s for many years.
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Season Eight!THREE HUNDRED EPISODES. Welcome to Season 8 -I openly admit that I had no idea what I was doing when I started this wholr podcast thing.Working with people. Being a Psychologist. Bring a person of SERVICE. I have no problem saying I’m an expert.What does SERVICE mean to you? What does the word PROFESSIONAL mean to you?It’s not necessarily about degrees. Or years of experience. But there are absolutely things that matter. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Season 8 of The Be Ruthless Show - I discuss this online world we live in and the added threats we all face.I discuss what I’ve been going through lately, why I’m sharing it, and how I choose to respond.Please reach out if you’re struggling: sam@samantharuth.com
I was a guest on another podcast earlier today, and I was asked to describe one of my special traits. I wasn’t expecting that one So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, the last episode of Season 7, the 299th episode - I’m going to share what I’m describing as my In, Over, and Through Personality.You can reach out anytime: sam@samantharuth.com
Would you say you’re a private person? Or are you more of an open book? Do you easily let people in on important details?
And what details are considered important?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what is important, as well as who falls into the ‘need to know’ categories.I also discuss two reasons why not sharing certain things is extremely problematic!
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What we resist - persists. We have to feel the feelings before we can let them go. Avoiding something just means that it will show up in another way.
There are lots of different ways to describe what today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show calls ‘The Issues Trapped in the Tissues.’
Jason Wendroff-Rawnicki is a Somatic Grief Therapist, certified yoga educator, MA in psychology and döTERRA Essential Oil Gold Leaders, who is passionate about facilitating transformation and committed to empowering individuals and families with simple & effective tools to naturally manage their mental, emotional and physical health.
Entrepreneur & business owner since 2000, and co-founded Shine Yoga Center in New Jersey, Jason draws on over 20 years of experience living a holistic lifestyle - incorporating yoga, meditation, essential oils, healthy eating, conscious communication & authentic relationship to help guide you to a place of greater joy & self awareness so that you can make healthier more fulfilling choices in your life.
He travels nationally & internationally leading classes, workshops, retreats and educating about the way grief is stored in the body. And, how to release it.In June of 1998, he lost his sister Lauren in a car accident. Knowing that he needed more than talk therapy to deal with his grief, Jason turned toward a body centered approach. Yoga, meditation, mindfulness, healthy lifestyle and essential oils became that path towards recovery.
In his Somatic Grief Therapy, Jason believes in physiology first when dealing with grief. The issues are trapped in the tissues. When we change our physical state, we have the energy to do the mental and emotional work needed to bring hope back into our lives.
To see Jason's current classes and offering go to:
http://www.somaticgrieftherapy.com
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Do you like to keep the peace? Would you say you’re stubborn? I’ve been doing ‘research’ related to speakers for Griefhab’s upcoming events, and I stumbled into an unexpected topic of interest.
Two words: I’m Sorry.
The apology.
Giving and receiving. It’s a world of its own.
To some - it’s acknowledging wrongdoing. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how it is acknowledging wrongdoing - and so much more!
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Drug overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. Americans are more likely to die of an overdose than they are from a car accident or by a gun. Black Balloon Day helps create awareness around the important issue of providing support to those struggling with substance use disorder and their loved ones.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss addiction. Not many people do - including those who have overcome addiction. The stigmas are real!
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please seek help. You are not alone and your life matters more than you know.
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It’s National Words Matter Week - and on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all the ways to use this week to watch how you use your words with others - and with yourself!
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We live in a world where grieving consists of going to a funeral. Life then returns to normal for everyone - except the people suffering through the loss.
Their lives are forever changed.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Elizabeth Barbour, discusses the importance of designing rituals to prevent this dynamic.
Since 2000, Elizabeth has coached thousands of women to find their way back to solid ground when life gets chaotic and overwhelming. Elizabeth intimately understands the twists and turns of life's transitions, having weathered the pain of divorce (twice), the deaths of her parents, emotional struggles surrounding adoption, the indescribable heartache of miscarriage and fertility, complex family relationships, a near-fatal car accident, health setbacks, and cross-country relocations.
Elizabeth guides women through a self-care and ritual process where grief and gratitude can live side by side through her coaching program Solid Ground:
Navigating Transitions When It's All Just Too Much. A firm believer in the power of community, she guides her clients to create connections, so they aren't left to carry the weight of their grief alone. As a life coach and shamanic practitioner, she brings a unique blend of traditional coaching techniques and ancient wisdom to her practice. Elizabeth is the author of two books - Smart Self-Care for Busy Women and Sacred Celebrations: Designing Rituals to Navigate Life's Milestone Transitions.
Learn more at www.elizabethbarbour.com and www.sacredcelebrations.com
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It’s National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, and on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I get into not only eating disorders, but disordered eating.
No carbs. All soup. Fasting. Lemons only. I’ve heard it all. This world glamorizes dieting and we’re surrounded by unrealistic images of beauty everywhere. And unlike other diseases - we can’t stop eating. An alcoholic can choose not to go to a bar - but we need food to survive.
I also discuss how to have conversations with someone you’re concerned about, and how NOT to have those conversations.
Here are some eating disorder specific help lines:
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Grief is an uncomfortable subject. Avoided. Infertility and miscarriage are among the least discussed types of grief.
It’s just not healthy. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show agrees and is doing something about it.
Sarah Jane Smith is an embodiment teacher, grief ritual facilitator and coach who helps fellow childless not by choice women integrate grief, amplify agency and embody possibility.
Using the foundations of embodiment, self-compassion, grief tending and finding belonging she helps women uncover the confidence, spark and clarity that was buried on the way to becoming childless.
She has over 1000 hours of formal Yoga teacher + meditation training and over 4500 hours of experience leading classes, facilitating workshops, retreats and coaching cohorts in person and online.
She is a Health and Life Coach through the Health Coach Institute and has trained in grief tending and grief ritual facilitation with Francis Weller. Sarah Jane offers 1:1, group coaching, and courses online and in-person at embodiedpossibility.com
You can find her Self Compassion for Childless Women Course here;
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Have you put off something small only for it to turn into something bigger? So many people avoid things because of fear. Others are too busy. The reasons are endless.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how avoidance can ultimately feed in to stigmas.
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Grief doesn’t come with a how to book. And what works for one person might not work for someone else.
One thing that’s absolutely universal - if you want support and resources to get through a loss, it’s up to you to find them. It shouldn’t be that way, and people like me are working every day to change this, but unfortunately, it’s the reality.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show made it her job to find any and every tool, resource, and support possible to help her after she lost the love of her life, her fiancé John.
It’s how we connected.
Shawn Dinneen, owner of Heartstrings Journals, my dear friend, and the most unbelievable soul joins us today to share her story of loss and her story of how she’s found her way through this loss.
Connect with Shawn
Find her journals here
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Some people, like me, speak loud and proud. Sometimes too loud 🤣
Others struggle finding their voices altogether.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why silence can speak volumes, and why this can be a problem!
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I wear Jim’s wedding ring on my necklace. My Papa’s hat is in my office. I have my actual baby pillow ….. on my bed 🤣(Truth!)
It’s not the ring that matters, though. Or the hat. It’s the memories that are attached. The meaning. The stories.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, we discuss the importance of sharing your stories. To connect. To heal. To grow.
Today’s guest, Martie McNabb, helps people share their stories in the most beautiful ways!
Martie is a legacy artist who creates heirloom visual narratives from her client’s photo, document & memorabilia collections. In other words, she tells stories with other people's stuff. She’s fascinated by the stories that get attached to these Things. She’s an interactive story-sharing facilitator who helps people build deeper connections, community & legacy by curating highly interactive public exhibitions & hosting gatherings about the Things that matter.
Check out her show Things That Matter on YouTube & where you listen to podcasts and connect with her on social media: showandtales
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I talk all of the time about the block button - literally and figuratively! I’m so intentional about who and what I allow into my universe. Nothing toxic!But not everything has a warning label. People don’t walk around wearing their ingredients for us to see if we’re allergic.If only 🤣In these situations, it’s up to us to determine whether something (or someone) is healthy or not. But what about us?On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the not so obvious unhealthy situations - including the ones we put ourselves in.Saying yes because we feel obligated. Staying up that extra hour.Ignoring health concerns.Unhealthy things missing that toxic label!I discuss ways to protect your energy from these less obvious toxins, as well as ways to stay in touch with your intuition!Tune in now:
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“I can’t turn off my brain” Sound familiar? Are you the type who isn’t great at sitting still? Not the best at relaxing - even when you’re relaxing?!!?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my own recent lesson about how and where I can improve my use of the “do not disturb” button.
I discuss why it’s important to find ways to turn your brain off and truly relax. Unplug.Take a mini mental vacation before you need one!
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Did you have imaginary friends as a child? I know some people with parents who set a plate at the dinner table for theirs!
No one warned us about the invisible enemies that show up when we’re adults! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the typical internet scams and, of course, the haters.
And I also discuss the enemies disguised as friends. It’s one of my least favorite conversations, and also one of the most important!
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People hear the word trauma and think of something major: war, death, rape. But people are traumatized and tolerating it every single day.
It doesn’t have to be something major. Trauma looks many different ways! On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, we’re discussing workplace trauma, minimized trauma, unresolved trauma.
James Keddington is the owner of Better Me Nation. Better Me Nation is on a mission to help every individual develop healthy habits and lifestyles that empower them to confidently overcome the hard stuff in life, so they can ambitiously focus on being their best selves.
Not knowing he had experienced workplace trauma, James developed poor habits around coping with mental health issues he did not even know he was facing. After several years he eventually burned out in every category of health. After a 20-year career in marketing and business consulting, he needed something new. He stepped out of marketing and began to take care of himself. From a lot of trial and error, and helping his daughter resolve her own medical health issues, James discovered the world of Integrative Health and Nutrition. He went back to school and received an education from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition.
He is now working toward helping people avoid extreme burnout, or rebound faster and better than he did. He helps individuals do this through 1 to 1 health and human performance coaching, and as a Fractional Chief Wellness Officer helping growing businesses develop wellness programs for their employees.
In his personal life James enjoys the outdoors, playing water polo, and cooking. He has been married for 25 years and has 5 children and 2 dogs.
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Ten years ago today - Jim, Sassy, and I drove from Michigan to Colorado for our happily ever after. I’ve been here 6 of my ten years without him.
It would be easy to be miserable - today and everyday. It’s Hunt for Happiness Week, another unknown awareness week that matters!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss Hunt for Happiness Week and how we all absolutely find what we’re looking for: good or bad!
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Bill Correll is a certified Life and Business Coach and has consulted with a host of professionals and organizations on demanding projects and development goals.
In addition, Bill has launched a successful podcast called “Lighting the Candle: A World that Works”. Recently Bill and his team recorded the 100th episode.
Suffice it to say that Bill is for people living their best lives, especially kids. He works at this labor of love every day.
Tune in to hear our powerful conversation!
It’s MLK Jr. Day - a day that represents so much for so many. A day that reminds us all how far we’ve come -
In some ways…
Did you know that today is also Blue Monday? Blue Monday is a day that acknowledges feelings of sadness and depression. It serves as a reminder to prioritize mental health and seek support if needed.
But how - if no one knows about it?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss WHY today matters and what that means In today’s world. I share a handful of awareness days this week alone that most of the world doesn’t even know about.
Tune in now and
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It’s not easy to put it all out there - and men have been conditioned to leave feelings and emotions to women. Not today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, thankfully!
Dorian Johnson is a Motivational Speaker, Digital Marketing and Content Creator, Award Winning Author, and Influencer. He is the Co-Author of the Award-winning Memoir titled “The View from Above: One Fathers Memoir of Grief Guided to Grace.” which is the story of the search for his oldest son Bailand, who passed away in a hiking accident back in 2017, along with the memorial hike I took with friends a year to the day of Bailand’s passing.
He recently also published his second book titled “A Day in the Life of Grief- The 10 Most Common Misconceptions of Grief”. He is currently working on a new book titled, “The Truth about Loss”, which is about the secondary losses we feel from our experiences.
Along with sharing his story of grief and loss, he is sharing a simple message of hope and healing. This message is about learning what the different virtues we all have inside ourselves and then knowing that these virtues are what make us who we truly are.
He is a board member of the Global Grief Network over Marketing for the organization and has had the opportunity of sitting on several podcast panels discussing different aspects of grief.
He is about to launch his own podcast called “Unsung Heroes”, along with putting together a podcast called “The Chrysalis Effect” and will be looking for people to share their stories of how they became who they are because of their experiences.
Being an Idaho native, He loves the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He graduated from Utah State University and is a true Aggie at heart. Along with his son who passed away, he has 3 other children (2 daughters and 1 son) as well as 3 grandchildren.
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Middle school to high school. High school to college. Moving. New jobs. Everyone talks about the positive changes when, in reality, these are also examples of overwhelming times.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the Growing Pains we all experience during transitions.
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Eleni has found a true passion as an author and Motivational Speaker. She shared her inspiring life story in the internationally best the selling books, She Is Magic and Women Who Illuminate and continues to share her message on stages worldwide. Eleni is the co-founder of Kalyteros.Life, a lifestyle brand whose goal is to help people live their best lives.
“I believe we all have unlimited potential and divine purpose to express in this life journey. My mission is to show people of all ages that with defined vision and applied belief they can literally wake their dreams and live their most fulfilling lives“
Recently she has been creating a movement for the children, helping them with programs to express their unique magic and power within. Her recently released children's book, “I Am That! I Am” is a best seller on Amazon and making a positive impact on children world wide.
“The children are the key to shattering old paradigms and generational belief systems. Empower the children and you heal and shift the world” This belief is what prompted her to create The Empower Mentor Movement, to help others make a positive impact on the children of the world.
Eleni resides in southern New Jersey and is blessed with a magnificent daughter. She is a lover of nature, meditation, animals, and music. She loves creating through dance and building furniture. Eleni is also an advocate for women and children as a volunteer with Salem County Womens Shelter
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From the beginning, the odds were stacked against Dave. His 15-year old biological mother had already made the difficult decision to put him up for adoption. On January 12, 1966 Dave was born in Phoenix, Arizona as an otherwise physically healthy infant, but where other babies had hips and legs, Dave had two flipper-like appendages extending from his torso.
In 1996, Dave made professional sports history, signing a 3-week minor league contract with the St. Paul Saints. Marty Scott was the Saints manager when Stevens played, “He touched a place in my heart,” Scott said. “He’s limited physically, but it’s not a handicap. I have admiration for what he’s accomplished.” Dave is also one of the few players to ever Pinch Hit for Darryl Strawberry in his professional career, and was a starter at second base for one game with the Saints.
Dave tried out for the Dallas Cowboys, the Cincinnati Reds and the Minnesota Twins. He was invited to the Olympic Baseball West Regional tryouts in 1983, playing in the outfield with former Major League players Barry Bonds and Oddibie McDowell. Dave has worked out with the Tampa Rays and Minnesota Twins in Florida, taking batting and fielding practice, as well as throwing out the first pitch in three games.
Dave has been featured on That’s Incredible (1981) CBS Morning News, The Today Show, Good Morning America, This Week in Baseball, Baseball Tonight, Extra, USA Today, That’s Incredible Reunion (2002) Sports Illustrated, Baseball America, The National Enquirer, Star Magazine, People, ESPN’s SportsCenter and hundreds of other news and sports periodicals.
Dave also appears in three books about his athletic career: Slouching Toward Fargo by Neal Karlan Baseball Graffiti by Ed Howsam, and most recently, America at the Seams by Nathan Rueckert.
In 2017, Dave began working with co-author Karen Holt on his autobiography.
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Award winning speaker & best selling author Jesse Brisendine is a world renowned expert who works with individuals and organizations to move beyond their limitations, unlock their greatness, & build their Camelot.
Business leaders, Hollywood celebrities, entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, medical professionals, and educators have utilized Jesse's services to achieve unprecedented levels of personal mastery & fulfillment.
Jesse has helped mentor more than 4,000 people on their healing journey's.
Jesse is a big fan of buffets, professional wrestling, and finding the silver lining in any situation
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I immediately feel connected to people who have experienced loss. We share a bond we didn’t ask for, and I just feel this connection.
With widows, it’s an even deeper connection. Instantaneous. With today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, it’s weird to say that we were both also…. ? excited ?
Certain people have the same passion, this certain fire, about changing things in the grief culture. Kate Mollison is absolutely one of them.
She’s a certified grief coach who uses a unique approach to educate individuals and businesses around the importance of grief. Using her own experience with grief, Kate adds a personal touch to an otherwise isolating and difficult topic, as she has an understanding of the nuanced experiences grief creates. She is the founder and operator of On Tuesdays We Wear Black, a grief resource agency where she is a Grief & Bereavement specialist working with individuals experiencing grief. She focuses on helping people organize all the financial and legal components that happen after a death occurs so that grief can happen in the healthiest way possible. Kate has several years experience as a clinical case manager and as a certified “Playmaker”, she uses a modality that helps people unlock joy and find peace & meaning again after loss by educating clients about grief and creating self awareness to foster visibility and support. She deals with all types of loss, and can support anyone anywhere via zoom, text, or call.
Tune in now, and to connect with Kate, or for more information please reach out by emailing ontuesdayswewearblack@gmail.com
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I haven’t been full of energy - not gonna lie. All of my clients are struggling. In 9 days it will be 6 years since Jim passed away.
Not exactly my favorite time of year.
Old me probably would be judging me. Would be upset with myself for feeling this way. This me just accepts that I feel this way.
I’ve learned to always listen to my body. Period!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how you can too. I discuss the clues we get from our bodies. More importantly, I discuss the ways we can talk ourselves out of listening - and the consequences we pay.
I also discuss the upcoming holiday schedule for The Be Ruthless Show. Instead of missing any episodes during the difficult holiday season, I’ll be sharing highlights from Healing Together Through the Holidays on some dates.
You can still get full access to the entire library by registering here;
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I have clients coming to me regularly feeling hurt. Confused. Under appreciated. Relationships are roller coasters full of complicated emotions that were not always prepared for - or willing to - experience.
Most people focus on what the other person is doing or not doing. Saying or not saying. But what about our personal role in relationships - including our relationship with ourself?!!?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the feelings that come up in relationships. All of the complexities. And all of the ways that we tend to focus on the negative. The other person.
I discuss how we can shift that focus and shift the outcome! Quickly. And simply.
Many are struggling through the holidays. Don’t forget that you can still access the Healing Together Through the Holidays library. Sign up here
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You can also join Team Ruthless! We meet every Wednesday, Saturday and holiday - so you don’t struggle alone! Reach out for special holiday pricing!
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So much has happened in the 48 hours since Healing Together Through the Holidays ended. But that doesn’t change the fact that people are still struggling everywhere, many silently.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why Healing Together Through the Holidays took place. This world avoids discussing grief. It’s more than that. This world avoids the people who are grieving!
It’s totally backwards!
You can still access all of the talks in the library!
If you didn’t register, get your ticket here:
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Have You Heard?
Did you know that it's National Grief Awareness Week?
Did you know that Griefhab created a 13 month Awareness Calendar so you don't miss any awareness days and weeks?
Did you know that I have a new book project, and you can be a part of it???
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all that's happening during Griefhab's 1st Annual Healing Together Through the Holidays.
The speakers. The Awareness Calendar.
Faces of Grief. The new collaborative book project, featuring stories from authors like you!
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The speakers are all important to me - but I’m still blown away by these talks. It’s National Grief Awareness Week. Until now, NO ONE knew it existed.
Yet people everywhere are struggling.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss some of the lessons I’m learning in the first three days of Healing Together Through the Holidays.
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Today's guest on The Be Ruthless Show is also part of the upcoming Healing Together Through the Holidays Summit - live in Fort Collins, Colorado. Virtual everywhere on zoom!
Michael is a Canine-Partnered Men's Guide, Retreat Leader, Energy Healer and Autor. The death of his brother tore him open and a very special dog helped guide him to another way of being. That grief became a gift as he was able to see how he was being in the world and decided to change. He discovered how dogs are here to help us heal deep trauma and now shows other men how to heal their own lives.
Come see Michael December 4th!
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PHEW. I made it.
That’s how it feels surviving Thanksgiving without Jim. SO many people are struggling.
So many don’t speak up.
That’s why I do everything I’m doing. One of my clients told me that she listened to one of my podcast’s and was blown away by my passion.
It’s real. It’s a fire raging inside of me. It’s also not about me.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what it IS about. WHY it matters. Why OVER FIFTY people are joining me to help let the world know that National Grief Awareness Week exists.
Only Griefhab is going International - with speakers from Canada! That’s how big this is.
Healing Together Through the Holidays officially begins in 6 days! But the pre event has already started. Register now and you’ll have access to the library with everything you’ve missed -
But consider being a part of this movement. Help this 50 become 500. And then 5000. Because it’s not about me. It’s about these awareness days. Get your calendar AND your ticket, and be part of the change!
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The holidays are here, and they’re not fun for everyone. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show tells it like it is!
Catie Hill is an Intuitive Life Coach, Grief Mentor and longstanding member of the Grief Club. As a coach and mentor she provides support, strategies, understanding and compassion for individuals who have experienced devastating loss. Helping them to move through the process of reinventing their life and identity. By investigating the way behaviors and limiting beliefs impact their day-to-day lives, Catie helps them build strategies to shift these patterns. Whether they are new to the grief club or longstanding members, the results can be transformative. Leading to greater acceptance, healing, empowerment and growth.
The grief journey Catie has traveled since the devastating loss of her significant other to suicide in 2010 has culminated in a passion and gift for supporting others as they too navigate the long and arduous path that is grief, with the mission of providing the kind of highly personalized and compassionate support she wishes she had had during her most vulnerable times.
Today we have a real and raw conversation about grief, the holidays, healing, and living in this world that avoids all of these conversations.
You can hear more of Catie’s story during Healing Together Through the Holidays! She’s speaking on December 4th but will be in the audience other days - so come join us LIVE in Fort Collins.
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(same for Facebook and instagram)
Email: guidance.whitelight@gmail.com
\Website:
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It’s already Thanksgiving Week. I don’t know how that happened -The holidays are here. This used to be my favorite…. It still is. I’m still learning.
We lost my aunt today. So many people I know are experiencing losses. I, for one, don’t pretend I’m ok when I’m not. But so many others do….Why can’t we not be ok?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I get into all of the feeling stuff. And why it matters.
I discuss A Little Bit Of My Why.
I discuss communication.
And Healing Together Through the Holidays. All of the resources. Bonuses. Beginning ON THANKSGIVING!! But you have to register!
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“I moved out and started my own business when I was eighteen” was all I heard back in March when I knew I needed to connect with Madi Balman.
Creative director, wife and mom to be any minute! Literally! She makes it all look easy, but it hasn’t ever been easy.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Madi Balman shares her story, and her overall outlook, from misery to motivation!
Connect with Madi at:
https://www.instagram.com/by.madi.mae/
www.maecreative.graphics
Reach out anytime!
sam@samantharuth.com
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I had an experience today and I’ll have the bruises to show for it. I’m fine. Sassy and Dallas protected me.
But it just reminded me - again! - how much more support the “visible injuries” get. Our invisible emotional injuries get ignored.
Avoided?
No one knows there is a National Grief Awareness Week. But they will after this year. Griefhab presents the first annual Healing Together Through the Holidays.
It’s a 7 day event, live in Colorado, streaming virtually everywhere - with at least 5 speakers/panels a day. Providing you with every resource, support, connection, healing modality you need this holiday season.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share alllll the details. Including my ‘stumble’ earlier today. You’ll find out about the pre event. You’ll find out about how to get access.
You’ll find out about the 13 month Griefhab 2024 Awareness Calendar. With ALL the awareness dates.
It’s a must listen to episode. It’s also a must share - please. This is more than an event. It’s. My. Movement! Please help me get somewhere in this world that avoids discussing grief!
Be Part of the Change!
Interested in joining the movement?Contact sam@samantharuth.com
Reach out anytime!
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Some of you might be thinking, Shut Up Already, Sam!
Get ready - because I’m honestly just getting started. And people are joining me - so I’m about to get louder!
It’s not about me. It’s about the invisible populations. The people who are too afraid to speak up. Or too broken at this moment. Or they’ve been beaten down by people who just don’t get it. Yet.
You will. One day.
Grief is the ONE thing we’ll absolutely all experience. But the world avoids and ignores. So I got tired…. I got beyond sick and tired of waiting for the world to do what needs to be done.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m resharing my 50th birthday announcement from yesterday.
Because it matters. Because you can Be Part of the Change. Because now more than ever Griefhab needs your support.
Announcing the 1st ever 13 Month Griefhab 2024 Awareness Calendar. With artwork designed by kids impacted by loss.
Every person on this planet needs this calendar. Because, yes, it has all of the holidays. But it also has every awareness day you need to know. Every awareness day this world needs to be acknowledged.
Every order comes with a ticket to Healing Together Through the Holidays. Reach out for bulk orders. Share with everyone. Get your holiday gifts. Be Part of the Change!
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I’ve been in Colorado for practically ten years. I need to just accept the fact that mental healthcare here sucks. Period.
It’s below below average. Wayyyyy below average.
I’m not joking or trying to be funny.
It’s lacking and in need of improvement everywhere… but it’s beyond bad here.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the many, many recent examples proving again why I just wasn’t wrong. Colorado Mental Healthcare is a MESS.
It’s all the more reason you need to attend Healing Together Through the Holidays if you live here!
Get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/healing-together-through-the-holidays-hybrid-conference-tickets-747362550507
And tune in tomorrow for an extra special and extremely important LIVE birthday announcement. Noon MST (11am PST / 2pm EST) on all social channels and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eScn2vOpHLc You don’t want to miss this!
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Today is International Stress Awareness Day. Tomorrow is National Stress Awareness Day. During International Stress Awareness Week. Happy November.
Does anyone want to to discuss preventing stress? Or stress relief? How about identifying things that are stressful or triggering?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss these things. More of the things that we don’t learn in books or in school - but absolutely things we need to be learning about as early as possible.
FRIENDS is absolutely my favorite TV show. Check my website
But that’s not at all important.
Because Chandler Bing is a character.
And Matthew Perry has done SO much more than act. To quote him, in his book Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Things:
“When I die, I know people will talk about Friends, Friends, Friends. And I'm glad of that, happy l've done some solid work as an actor, as well as given people multiple chances to make fun of my struggles on the world wide web... but when I die, as far as my so-called accomplishments go, it would be nice if Friends were listed far behind the things I did to try to help other people.I know it won't happen, but it would be nice."
- Matthew Langford Perry
(August 19, 1969 - October 28, 2023)
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss those important things he did to help other people.
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Detroit Lions Wide Receiver Marvin Jones Jr. didn’t travel to Baltimore with the team on Sunday, and he announced yesterday that he’s taking a leave of absence for a personal matter.
Thank you for putting your well being first.
It’s difficult enough to do this as a human, let alone as a public figure. An athlete.
And the world judges. Probes. What personal matter?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what it means to have the Heart Of A Lion. I discuss why it’s none of our business what Marvin Jones Jr. (or ANYONE’S) personal matter is! And I discuss why we all need to do a better job of respecting boundaries when they’re given.
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Loss, by itself, is traumatic. People don’t talk about the fact that there’s more loss after loss. There’s the feelings of loss that follow the funeral.
You’re literally surrounded by everyone in one moment, and then left (by yourself, if you live alone!) the next.
There’s the actual people you lose along the way - friends, colleagues, relatives. Some are also grieving and in pain themselves. We’re all doing the best we can, right?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I tell you how I really feel.
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Ryan James is someone very special to me. I’ve known him for more than 20 years. I’ve watched him grow up and grow into someone who absolutely marches to the beat of his own drum. Proudly.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Ryan shares how he got here, including his 17 year struggle with addiction. We discuss his upcoming 3 part series called FFor the Record, which Ryan began filming while he was still using.
This is a conversation that’s real, necessary, and a must watch (or listen!)
Disclaimer: Ryan James is in the adult film industry. We don’t discuss anything too explicit, but this isn’t a “PG” episode.
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Sometimes, putting all of your thoughts into words can be overwhelming. Using some sort of coding system can simplify the communication process.
Just like a stop sign tells us to stop, a symbol or code can tell us something about our mood or feelings.
Police have been using codes to symbolize crimes for how long now? I recently learned that Colorado stores use colors as codes, too.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the relevance of Colorado color codes - and all color codes used in stores or hospitals or schools. If you go out in public - this is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss!
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There’s astrology, and then there’s Tatjana Obradovic. When I say she’s unlike any other - that doesn’t even do her justice!
Tatjana Obradović, Master of Psychology, or Energy-Astro-Shrink for short, is the creator of The Key of Love. After over 15 years of working in the field as a behavioral psychologist, Tatjana felt that the cognitive-behavioral approach, both when working with people diagnosed with Autism and other developmental disabilities, and neuro-typical people, does not offer tools and techniques that would assist in making profound and long-term results in thought process, habits, belief systems, feelings, behaviors and overall wellbeing of a person. Tatjana felt that there was an important piece missing from traditional counseling and therapy.
She decided to follow the steps of her favorite psychologist, Carl Jung, and expand her knowledge to include more holistic treatments, and with the help of several modalities of integrative therapy she created her synergetic approach which she writes about in her book “Women Who Rise”.On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, we discuss the upcoming eclipses, the impacts they’ll have on us personally and collectively, and all things energy!
You can connect with Tatjana at thekeyoflove.co
Learn about her 13 Lunar Oils Program here:
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Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a simple to-do list about how to get through the difficult stuff? I’d be out of work, first of all, but secondly - we’re all unique, so it’s impossible to have a plan that works for everyone.
It’s still human nature to look at others and what’s worked for them. But we live in this fast paced world of instant gratification! People want to get it done. Quickly.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of every step! I discuss why we need to experience them all, and why skipping steps is actually an unhealthy thing to do!
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Athletes are acknowledged for their performances on the field. We might recognize their good deeds, but for the most part - it’s about winning!
Injuries are detrimental. They put athletes on the sideline.
But those injuries are physical, right?
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show knows all about the physical injuries, but believes the emotional impact is even greater.
Hazel Gale is a former kickboxer and boxer with multiple World, European and National titles. Her outward success, however, had a dark side: the stress of competition and relentless self-doubt drove her into an emotional and physical burnout that led to years of chronic illness.
Hazel's eventual recovery inspired her to qualify as a therapist and coach, and for over a decade she worked with high-level athletes, business executives and others as a master practitioner of cognitive hypnotherapy - an evidence-based approach that combines elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and traditional hypnotherapy with theories of modern neuroscience.
Hazel's 2018 book "The Mind Monster Solution" was published internationally and became an Amazon bestseller in both mental health and psychology.
Currently, Hazel is the co-founder and the chief creative officer of Betwixt - an award-winning-app that blends psychology with interactive storytelling to make wellness feel like an adventure instead of a chore.
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It’s a new month. And it’s a New Season of The Be Ruthless Show!
It’s also Mental Illness Awareness Week -
And you know me. I think every day, week, and month should be about Mental Illness Awareness. And Grief Awareness. And ANY Awareness.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how much work with this world still has to do when it comes to mental healthcare.
I discuss how much work it takes professionals - to treat the WHOLE person.
I discuss how much work it takes clients - to be honest with themselves and their counselors.
I discuss how much work it takes society - to recognize that mental illness is NOT a weakness.
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3 heads are better than 1!
I’m so grateful to have my dear friends and co hosts for Ruthless in the Rockies joining me today on The Be Ruthless Show!
Tune in to hear our perspectives on working with the whole person, and why we believe that collaboration is the biggest gift.
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It’s not easy being a Psychologist. My client earlier today said It’s not easy being a parent.
Setting limits. Boundaries.
Everyone hates that word. It’s got a negative connotation.
Kind of like Ruthless.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my thoughts about perceived negatives - and more!
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As a #1 international best-selling author/speaker, creator of How to Build Your Extra-Ordinary Life, veterinarian, and award winning business owner, Dr. Lucette Beall woke up and realized that if she wanted a better life, she had to do something about it right now!
Following her wake-up moment to build her life on her terms and not allow life circumstances or her past to dictate her future, Dr. Lucette followed her heart to become a highly sought-after speaker and launch Extra-Ordinary Life.
She believes with all her heart that every single person is worthy of an EXTRAORDINARY life! It doesn’t matter where you came from, where you have been or what you have done YOU ARE WORTHY!!
Dr. Lucette has been featured on the TV show, Where All Things Are Possible, her books include Women Who Ignite and Leading with Legacy.
She graduated from SWOSU in 1984 with a BS in Business Administration, from Oklahoma State University in 1991 with a BS in Animal Science and in 1994 with Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She has been a veterinarian for 29 years and built and opened her own veterinary practice, Aubrey Animal Medical Center for 22 years and grew it to a 1.2 million dollar business prior to selling it in 2023.
You can connect with Dr. Lucette at drlucette.net
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I’m really unpleasantly blown away with the stories I’ve been hearing lately.
From my clients and their experiences.
From new people entering the Griefhab community after negative experiences somewhere else - or no experience at all because they just couldn’t find anywhere to go.
From old clients returning because they can’t find new services. Or they’re not happy with what they’ve found.
And on and on the list goes.
I’ve never done this before, but on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m going to tell you why I’m different. Why Griefhab is different. Why Team Ruthless is different.
I’m going to tell you what my clients have always told me - I am the best at what I do. There’s no one else who has anything remotely close to what I have to offer.
So many of my clients are struggling right now. Feeling embarrassed or ashamed when, in reality, they’ve had major breakthroughs.
They’ve been in situations and felt (or heard) their intuition. But because we don’t talk about this, because we’re not taught to listen - we might even be taught to NOT listen - they had no idea what was happening.
Tune in to today's episode to learn all about your intuition, recognizing it, understanding what to do with it, and turning it into your roadmap for life!
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Some people touch your heart and change your life the moment you meet them. Candice Shepard absolutely leaves you wanting more, and also leaves you with more. She’s been through it, but you’d never know! Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is special in so many ways.
Candice is an accomplished businesswoman, attorney, author, speaker and entrepreneur; as well as a certified success coach and values-based leadership trainer.
Her story is filled with really high highs and really low lows, and everything in between, along with the lessons, tools, and faith that got her through and helped her thrive. Seeking progress over perfection, relationship over rigidity, and Jesus over all things, she uses every ounce of God-given skills, gifts, and traits to pour into other women to see them reach their potential. Her most cherished role is as mama to four amazing humans, and friend and mentor to anyone who asks.
Candice loves the role of revealing the God-given magic that already exists in you, seeing you embrace healing and feel empowered, and walking with you as you share your magic with the world and the kingdom of God. Candice coaches and mentors our Aurora Network coaches and works one-on-one with a handful of individual clients. She is a skilled speaker for your event; holds life-changing workshops and events for Aurora and for your group; you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be ready to take on any challenge after you work with her, but you'll not leave unchanged.
Connect with Candice at:
https://www.auroranetwork.life/
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It’s National Suicide Prevention Week and National Suicide Prevention Month. I’ll say what I always say: shouldn’t every month be?
It’s not easy for most people to speak up, and we only know if someone isn’t ok if they do speak up. Mental illness, trauma, addiction, grief….. invisible!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss things everyone can do for each other -Speaking up is an important skill, but until then - let’s at least be there for one another. Whether we’re struggling or not.
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I’ve noticed a theme with several different clients lately. All different ages. Male, female. Different places in the world. Different jobs.
All having the same issue: difficulty standing up for themselves. They have no problem standing up for others, but when it comes to their own feelings or how they’re treated - it’s a different story.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why this conversation matters! I discuss why you matter, why your feelings matter, and more!
Self Care Fair: September 24th Fort Collins, Colorado Ruthless in the Rockies September 29th - October 2nd with Bonus VIP Day September 28th
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Sassy is going through it - which means I am, too. This long weekend has had me reflecting about a lot of things!
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share lessons from the perspective of this fur mommy.
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It’s National Grief Awareness Day - and no one even knows. I’m making even more noise today -
Because grief never ends. It’s invisible - so people don’t know who is struggling unless they speak up. And in this world full of judgments and stigmas, that’s not always easy.
Unless you’re me. I’m speaking up for every single one of us. Just because grief is invisible doesn’t mean that we are!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how you can make a difference today, how I’m making a difference today, and I share my plans for National Grief Awareness Week - Griefhab’s First Annual Healing Together Through the Holidays 7 Day Hybrid Summit!
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Grief isn’t talked about enough. It makes people uncomfortable. That doesn’t stop me, though! And it doesn’t stop today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show.
Tony Lynch is an International Best Selling Author, Founder of Memories of us, Speaker, Grieving Father, and acclaimed Grief Coach.
In addition to providing incredible services to people struggling, Tony also provides a community for other providers. The Global Grief Network is a place to connect, collaborate, and communicate about how we can all work together and change the conversations surrounding grief!
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Kids are sponges!They absorb absolutely everything around them, although many adults believe otherwise.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share some of the wisest tips ever from an eleven year old client.
His parents were under the impression that he had no idea they were having marital issues. Little did they know - he was telling me alllllll about it!
His input is priceless!
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Anxiety is something people might be starting to talk about, but it’s something very few truly understand.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show has lived it and has also learned how to successfully live with it!
Mandy Scanlon is an anxiety coach dedicated to helping individuals overcome their anxiety and live a more fulfilling life. With a deep understanding of anxiety disorders and years of experience, Mandy provides personalized support to her clients. She believes in a holistic approach, combining various techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and relaxation exercises. By creating a safe and non-judgmental space, Mandy assists clients in identifying the root causes of their anxiety and developing effective coping strategies. Her passion lies in empowering individuals to regain control and build resilience, allowing them to experience a calmer and more fulfilling life.
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Life certainly has its ups and downs, and today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show shares hers authentically in her book Searching for Sea Glass.
Roberta (Bobby) Pellant is a college professor, entrepreneur, consultant, international bestselling author, and TEDx/keynote speaker with 25 years of experience in the academic and business worlds. She is the CEO of Roberta Pellant Consulting and founder of the Business Success Institute and was formerly Vice President of Knowledge and Communications at US Capital Global, as well as an owner of Bum Beena @coo-friendly bamboo products. Her work has been featured in Wall Street Select, Yahoo! Finance, Market Watch and International Business, and on ABC Chronicle. Pellant is considered a top business expert across several industries and works with entrepreneurs to increase their business profitability in 12 months or less using her proven roadmap and Mastering Business Success program.
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Ugh!
That’s the exact text I sent my dad earlier today. It pretty much sums up my mood - because Sassy isn’t doing so well, therefore neither am I.
I talk about this on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show - not because it’s all about me. I share because people need to know that sharing isn’t only ok - it’s necessary.
I share because things like anxiety and grief and even just being tired are all invisible. The world will never know unless people like me are willing to put ourselves and our stories out there!
And as students everywhere return to school, expressing ourselves truthfully is more important than ever.
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Have you ever felt like your doctor was on the wrong track? Or maybe you’ve gotten misdiagnosed?
Have you had a doctor or nurse with not the best bedside manner before?I have clients talking to me so often about how intimidating it is speaking up in certain medical situations. We discuss the importance as well as ways to go about it politely, to alleviate their concerns.
Medical professionals don’t intend and might not even realize that their job title alone can put some people at ease and others in fear.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show discusses her perspective on “The White Coat,” including her belief that we all wear one!
Jenn Adamson is an executive- level mindset and manifestation coach, #1
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500 Companies, but after 8 years of climbing the corporate ladder, Jenn felt the pull to pivot and align into her purpose. Today, she specializes in empowering leaders to access their flow so they can live an abundant, innovative, and joyful life without the hustle.
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I DID IT!!
And I couldn’t have done it without all of you. Thank you for being a part of my world and for supporting me every step of the way.
I’m super proud of myself - and I think it’s important to celebrate our wins. Big, small, mini, giant. This world is so fast. We’re so focused on what’s next that most people don’t stop to celebrate their wins.
As we wrapped up our event yesterday, there were some sad faces. Goodbye’s are hard, right?
So call me crazy - but I was excited. Because I see endings as new beginnings. I see white where others see black.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how one door closing isn’t just another door opening - it’s all of the doors opening! Including some dangerous ones….
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You know I have a LOT to say about the system and how it needs to be improved. Pick an area - we can make progress everywhere. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show has lived it all - and his story has not one, but several examples of where we need to change and grow in this world.
As a motivational speaker, coach, and activist, Sonny Von Cleveland is passionate about sharing his story to aid and inspire people to choose growth from adversity because he has done just that. As a child, over the course of five years, Sonny was the repeated victim of sexual molestation by multiple men, which led him to become an angry adolescent that saw him incarcerated at age sixteen for eighteen years.
Since his release, he has mentored and worked with hundreds of individuals to encourage them to own their stories so that they too can recognize they have a choice - they can choose to live in victimhood, or they can choose to forgive, let go, grow, and empower themselves to live fulfilling meaningful lives. Sonny’s core message is that it's not what happens to us or what we have done that defines us; it's how we choose to move forward and grow those matters.
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And while my brain still adjusts to the fact that it’s 2023, here we are at the last day of July August seriously snuck up on my brain, but I just realized that my body has known for at least a week. Maybe two.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how our bodies always know. And how we can use the clues toour advantage.
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There are hundreds of photographers in Colorado alone. And hundreds of mediums, too - but I could tell that Cara Faith wasn’t like any of them the second I saw her Soulgraphy work.
I could literally feel the love through the pictures. I could feel the personalities. And I knew I had to connect - immediately!
Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show is Cara Faith, a heart-centered, trustworthy, and intuitive healer who uses her finely tuned psychic and mediumistic abilities to guide you on a healing journey. As you use your heart as a compass to restore clarity, Cara helps you to nurture your inner child, clear blocks, step into your power—and fall more in love with the real you.
Cara is an Internationally known intuitive and author who helps coaches, peers, and business leaders speak their truth, discover freedom, and find peace. Cara is here to help you feel clear, confident, grounded, strong—and FULLY YOU!
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It’s hard enough expressing your feelings as a female in this world. The added noise from the world about men being tough and emotions being a sign of weakness is a bunch of bs.
But I’m not a man.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why it’s important to model behavior to our teens but I also discuss why it’s important to create healthy support networks for them, too.
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Athletes talk about visualizing to improve their performance all the time. Coaches using visualization as a tool regular - whether it’s part of meditations or journaling or even casual conversation.
The world doesn’t discuss the fact that there are people who are unable to visualize. Aphantasia is the medical term, and most teachers and coaches are completely unaware, so how can individuals know if they have this condition?
Sassy Smith is a revolutionary in the world of personal coaching. As the founder of The Aphantasia Coaching Academy and a pioneering force in neurodiversity, she is transforming the way coaches approach their neurodivergent clients.
Her unique journey began in 2015 when she discovered that she has aphantasia, a neurological condition that prevents her from visualising images in her mind. This put her on a voyage of discovery, uncovering the other little known, but significant, differences in the way her mind works.
During this time Sassy suffered from a complete nervous breakdown and found out that not many counselors and therapists are equipped to support people like her. It sparked her mission to raise awareness about these conditions and to ensure that others like her can receive the therapeutic support they need. With an extensive background in leadership, coaching, and women's health, she offers a unique perspective on neurodiversity that is backed by personal experience and research.
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There’s absolutely no way to measure grief. None. But whoever came up with three days of bereavement leave grossly miscalculated. They give you more time off after getting your wisdom teeth pulled.
I’m not joking.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I dive into all the areas we do a better job supporting people than we do supporting people dealing with loss and grief.
And I’m glad we’re doing a better job in other areas. But are you kidding me???
We need to do better. Because one day it’s going to be your brother or sister or friend or husband or you!
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I’ve been talking about how much Mental Healthcare in Colorado is lacking for nearly ten years. I’ve been talking about how it’s pretty much avoided in conversations here, altogether. You don’t hear people discussing therapy. You certainly don’t hear people recommending it or discussing the need for more services - unless you’re talking to me. Or to today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show. Chrysta Bairre is a Colorado Native who shares my perspective on Colorado and it’s below par Mental Healthcare. She also happens to be a new friend and someone I’m so unbelievably grateful to have connected with - personally and professionally! Chrysta Bairre is a career coach, speaker, and author of the book, Beautiful Badass: How To Believe In Yourself Against The Odds. She engages and inspires on stage, speaking to employees and business owners on banishing burnout, overcoming impostor syndrome, and managing mental health in business. Chrysta has presented to audiences of 300+ at Ignite Denver, Boulder Startup Week, Fort Collins Startup Week, Northern Colorado Women’s Small Business Conference, General Assembly Denver, Aurora Chamber of Commerce Women In Business, and more than 100 other events and organizations.
Chrysta coaches women who want more from life and business. Her clients increase their income $10K or more, while also increasing their impact-- so they confidently say no in business, stop overgiving (and giving and giving and giving), and find greater peace and happiness in and out of the office.
Chrysta is also the founder of She Goes High, a 1,600+ introvert-friendly member women’s leadership community in Northern Colorado. She Goes High hosts more than 30 events per year to support women leaders in taking up their space in the world and leaving their legacy.
Her book, Beautiful Badass: How to Believe in Yourself Against the Odds, shares stories and lessons from overcoming poverty and depression in this guide for women who want to take command of their destinies and no longer fall prey to the hardships and setbacks that previously defined them.
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I’ve been more frustrated than usual, hearing from new clients about what they went through before they found me.
Unreturned phone calls.
Being told they can’t begin for several weeks.
No personal connection.
The list goes on and on -And my frustration grows as we add people struggling in the “stigmatized” communities where there is already less support. Substance abuse. Suicide.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why we need to do better. I discuss how we can do better.
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Let’s talk about putting it all out there. Most people don’t. We live in a world that glamorizes keeping it all together, which you know I think is not only unhealthy, but a recipe for disaster.
What’s healthy is dealing with things. What’s healthy is acknowledging our feelings - however difficult that is and however uncomfortable that might be for others. What’s healthy is pivoting when you need to, not pushing through.
Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show exemplifies putting it all out there and pivoting. Lace Flowers is The Digital Marketing Unicorn, a Certified Self Sabotage Coach and Solo Travelling Mum.
Not so long ago, she was a trapped SAHM (stay at home mom) in a financially dependent and abusive relationship dreaming of location independence. She had been toying with online business since 2016 when she created her first website at 7 months pregnant from her mobile phone.
In 2020 Lace had enough. She invested in education and coaching and applied what she learned. 2 years later, Lace left her home country of 33 years to break free from abuse and begin her travelpreneurship.
Over the last 18 months, Lace has lived in various parts of Latin America with her 2 daughters. She's been homless in México City, robbed by police in Guatemala, missed flight (twice!) to Costa Rica, pivoted in business, rode horses up to waterfalls, eaten amazing food and met some incredibe people.
Lace is now The Digital Marketing Unicorn for Impactful Personal Development Coaches and Luxury Wellness Retreat Hosts overwhelmed by tech who want their online operations taken care of so they can focus on growing their audience, serving their clients and doing what they do best!
When she's not freelancing you can hear Lace singing or find her swimming in the ocean or pool, eating street food, shopping or sharing her best solo mama travel tips with her mama community.
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Sassy and Dallas are my babies, not “just my dogs.” Someone said that about Sassy when I first moved to Denver and I thought Jim was going to lose it
I’ve now met two vets who really love Griefhab and recognize their clients need for support when they lose a furry family member.
Introducing Griefhab for Pets.
While this is wonderful, it’s also been eye opening for me. It’s shown me what I already knew, which is that this world needs to do more.
Veterinarians do more for their clients than doctors and funeral homes do for theirs.
I said it -July is Bereaved Parents Month. Parents receive absolutely nothing when they lose a child. I received absolutely nothing when I lost Jim. Not even a piece of paper with phone numbers.
Veterinarians immediately connect you with The Rainbow Bridge. And they’re actively looking to do more. They’re thrilled to hear about Griefhab.
While hospitals and funeral homes are turning Griefhab away.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all of this and more -
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There are so many people, with so many different sets of expectations in this world. So many people get caught up in becoming who their parents want them to be. Or who their bosses want them to be.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show knows that story very well! Amy Pons is a multifaceted feminist who holds fierce compassion for those walking in their healing journey toward their highest selves. A 20 year corporate executive turned reclamation coach, Amy is focused on providing a safe, sacred space for people to be able to take the next best step, to hit pause on autopilot long enough for them to be able to think with clarity and purpose to be able to amplify their unique brilliance. Amy is a coach, an author, a podcast host, and a human trying to find joy every single day as “we’re just a bunch of souls in loaned earth suits.”
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I survived my move! I’m completely unpacked. And I’m thoroughly exhausted. Physically and mentally - no joke!
I’ve always been this way…. I’ve always thrived during chaos, and then had a delayed reaction.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss delayed reactions and why knowing this about yourself is important.
I also discuss emotional reactions, immediate reactions, over reactions and everything in between!
I admit, I’m more than a little OCD. When my physical environment is disorganized, shall we say cluttered - my brain is literally just as cluttered.
And right now my physical environment is complete and utter chaos!! Buckle Up - because today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show is gonna take you on a ride.I discuss my move tomorrow. Yes, you read that correctly. I’m moving again I told you - it’s gonna be a ride. But through this roller coaster, I was reminded how widows are taken advantage of, and what we all need to do to protect ourselves.
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Lots of people are dealing with things that are a big deal - a really big deal, and they have no idea. Or they minimize it. It’s just everyday life.
Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show is one humble and perfect example. Dena Adams is a mom of 5 adults, a wife of over 20+ years and is a life, faith and business breakthrough coach for entrepreneurs who are driven, multi-passionate, ready to take action and discover the next steps needed to keep moving forward. She has worked in networking marketing, corporate america in multiple industries including customer service, business administration, accounting, and cosmetology, and has been a stay at home mom. Dena is passionate about working with her clients to help them reduce stress and overwhelm, gain clarity and improve their confidence in their life, faith and/or business. Dena has several different ways she can support you in your business based on your needs without breaking the bank.
You can connect with Dena at:
dena@denaadams.com
https://www.denaadams.com/
Over the last week, a few of my clients have been through some really difficult things. Trust has been violated.
And my clients are the ones who feel at fault. When they have done absolutely nothing wrong.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what to do when you’re in a vulnerable situation. I discuss how to determine whether or not someone is trustworthy, and who to turn to in the meantime.
You don’t have to know me well to know how much I love sports. Playing. Watching. Discussing.
Why do you think my littlest pup is named Dallas ? ?
You also don’t have to know me well to know how passionate I am about breaking stigmas and having the uncomfortable conversations. Mental Illness. Grief. Substance Abuse. Violence. The list is endless.
You might have to know me a little better to know my vision about combining the above two things: sports, rather athletes, and breaking stigmas.
I have been on a personal quest to connect with athletes who are open about their own mental health stories -
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I have two very special guests: Doug Cornfield and Dave Clark of The Disability, Dream, and Do (D3Day) Sports Camps and Pulling Each Other Along.
Doug Cornfield is an author, speaker, and former college athlete. He is the director of the Disability, Dream, and Do (D3Day) sports camps, created with Dave Clark. In college, he was a top contender in track and field, and a scholarship athlete at the University of Georgia. His professional experience includes time spent in both the family entertainment industry and as a senior financial advisor for Merrill Lynch. More recently, he partnered with Dave Clark to organize their company and run D3Day events, where the duo create opportunities for children and young adults with special needs to interact with professional sports players and compete with no limitations.
Dave Clark is a remarkable pro baseball player who has overcome tremendous odds to achieve his dreams. Born in 1952 in the small town of Corning, NY, Dave was diagnosed with polio at 10 months. This left him with a permanent disability and he could only walk with crutches and braces. Despite this challenge, Dave was determined to pursue his love for sports and began playing at a young age.
Dave faced many obstacles, including exclusion from participating in elementary school phys-ed, baseball leagues, and more due to his perceived limitations. However, he refused to let this hold him back. With the help of his parents’ pursuits of the Little League HQ leaders, Dave was allowed to play. And play he did.
Despite facing skepticism, Dave continued to work hard and proved himself on the field which led to a 17 year minor league playing career and 55+ years in pro sports as a coach, owner, manager, speaker, author, and disability advocate.
Dave is a 3 time Championship manager in Sweden, Atlanta Braves pitching coach, Olympic Coach, and he still owns the famous Indianapolis Clowns.
https://pullingeachotheralong.com/
https://d3day.com/
https://peoacollective.com/
A client called me today so upset, saying “I screwed up. I’m back at square one. Everything is ruined.”
We play these games and set ourselves up for disappointment. Mistakes do not mean things are ruined. They are opportunities to learn. Lessons.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of accepting where you are - no matter what you’re going through!
Grief is many things, and one thing it is NOT is understood. Like myself, today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Evelyn Knight, is a widow who shares her story to help others.
It may seem like Evelyn has it together, but it hasn't always been that way. Evelyn has held almost every position in a Preschool or childcare center. She has owned 3 centers, one she built from the ground up, one she purchased while it was operating, and she purchased one that had been shut down due to regulation violations. For years, her centers owned her instead of Evelyn owning them. She worked at least 50 hours a week and used her family's personal money to keep the doors open.
During that period, the director and owner in Evelyn were in a battle between creating a high-quality center and a profitable one.
Her director's mind wanted a high-quality childcare center, not a daycare! The owner in Evelyn knew that making enough money to pay the bills had to come first. For a long time, she thought it was not possible to have a high quality, developmentally appropriate center and turn a profit.
Fast forward through a lot of lessons learned, money spent, and coaching gleaned….and now it is Evelyn’s life mission to show you how to take back control of your center so that you can own your time while making money!
https://childcarebusinessprofessionals.com/
It’s the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the important conversations.
Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show has certainly been through her share of life’s challenges. Dr. Chonta T. A. Haynes has survived the death of a child, a devastating divorce and a career transition. Through it all she’s come out emotionally, professionally, and mentally stronger.
Dr. Chonta T. A. Haynes empowers women to confidently live life with peace and financial security. Through her Amazon Best Selling books, coaching programs, and Keynotes, she equips with Biblically based resources. From her experience and degrees in engineering, theology and Christian counseling, she balances logic and faith. Known as the Performance Excellence Transition Coach and Biblical Money Management expert, she simplifies complex problems and creates actionable and effective solutions with sustainable results. As CEO and Founder of Heart 2 Heart Truth Ministries and Heart 2 Heart Truth Foundation, her mission is to help you put feet to your faith so that you can walk victoriously.
Visit https://Chontalaynes.com for more encouragement and inspiration.
I’m someone who is known to be on the blunt side. Someone who tells it like it is. Definitely not someone who sugarcoats things.
Am I in the minority? Do most people care more about the socially acceptable things to say?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss telling the truth when it might hurt someone’s feelings vs people pleasing and compromising your own feelings.
If you know me even a little bit, you know that I like to have the conversations. I believe in addressing things, not ignoring -a polite way of saying avoiding them.
My 10 year old niece knows this about me, and told me I had to watch American Idol “because there’s this guy who’s really really good but also, Aunt Sam, (said reallllly quickly, because she talks a mile a minute and never seems to need to stop for a breath ) his dad died and he’s sad, like you, and he talks about his dad like you talk about Uncle Jim.”
Ten years old.
And she recognizes the difference between how I have the conversations and how most of the rest of the world….. does not.
I started watching Iam Tongi’s journey, from his incredibly moving audition to his equally powerful victory. And I discovered that American Idol addresses grief better than the world. ABC handles grief better than the world.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss American Idol Winner, Iam Tongi’s journey. Not his American Idol journey. His healing journey.
And I discuss what the world can learn from ABC. Thank you ABC and American Idol, for a much needed lesson on life, loss, love, and hope
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On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’ll be covering controversial territory. Don’t I always?
Dr. Jay Joshi is a physician, entrepreneur, and author who was wrongfully convicted in 2018. He has since regained his medical license and become a national leader in the opioid epidemic. He has written a book about his experiences: Burden of Pain.
After reporting an employee who was forging scripts under his credentials to the local police, Dr. Joshi suddenly found himself at the center of an investigation led by the DEA. Over the following months, evidence was tampered with and statements were perjured, all of which resulted in a coerced plea and a sentence of 11 months in prison.
He fought to regain his medical license and reestablish his clinical practice while authoring legal briefs for prominent federal opioid cases, including the Supreme Court case, Ruan v. United States.
https://www.daily-remedy.com/
Burden of Pain: A Physician's Journey through the Opioid Epidemic
https://a.co/d/8IYtRVL
jjoshi45@gmail.com
Anxiety is different for each person, but one thing is the same - the body gives clues. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of understanding the clues. Most people wait until their anxiety is at a high level, and life doesn’t need to be that difficult.
I’ve been on a mission to change the way the world views mental health for as literally my entire life. And the moment I read Claudia Fernandez-Niedzielski’s chapter in Women Who Illuminate, I knew she shared my passion.
We collaborated and created Faces of Mental Illness - and we’re not done!On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, we share the next book in what has now become a series: Faces of Mental Illness: For Anxiety.
This is more than books, though. It’s our Passion. It’s our Mission. It’s our Movement. And we are not only sharing it with the world, we’re inviting you to join us… in whatever way feels right to you.
Please reach out to sam@samantharuth.com and claudiaimpactslives@gmail.com to learn more if interested.
Thank you for your support! Mental illness impacts many, and most suffer silently. We’re working to change that - because silence makes it worse!
To anyone struggling, please know that you’re not alone. You can reach out to me or 988 anytime for confidential support, resources, or a friendly ear.
It’s not only Mental Health Awareness Month…. Today also kicks off National Mental Health Awareness Week. We’re also in the middle of Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, National Women’s Health Week, and National Prevention Week.
That’s a lot of Week’s!
It feels appropriate to discuss things that contribute to our overall mental health. For me - feeling safe, physically and emotionally, is at the top of that list.
That might mean different things to different people, and they all matter because safety is the underlying concern. No matter what anyone else has to say about it.
Some people don’t feel safe in crowds. Others don’t feel safe alone. Both need to be treated with respect, not mocked, ridiculed, or questioned.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I get personal. I talk about the areas I don’t feel emotionally safe, as well as the impact this has on me physically.
I discuss physical situations that make me feel unsafe, and the impact that has on me emotionally.
I discuss how to use these clues from your body as your guide - even if you’re the only one, and especially when it definitively wasn’t yoga!
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Things don’t always go according to schedule. Whether it’s traffic, world events, or just something unexpected -life often gets in the way.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss it all. The chaos. The emotions that follow. The rollercoaster.
I even discuss the solution: Expect the Unexpected! Life is always throwing curve balls, and being prepared makes a huge difference!
Tune in now!
I say this frequently, and I’ll say it again: I don’t take my car to a lawyer and I don’t go to a realtor for legal advice.
Experts are experts for a reason - and YOU get to choose who you work with!
When I found my new doctors office in Fort Collins, I didn’t love my doctor. So I made a change!
One of my clients decided to make an appointment and discuss medication options. Her primary doctor wasn’t available, and when she told me how she was treated and what medication she was prescribed - I nearly lost my mind.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss doctors, medication, side effects, bedside manner, and ALL of the frustrations. I talk about why hearing “I Don’t Know” Is A Win and so much more!
Whether you’re dealing with back pain, depression, or your yearly physical - this information applies to you and your loved ones!
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Talking about grief makes many people uncomfortable. Tina Fornwald is not one of those people.
On March 11, 2017, life as Tina knew it was destroyed when her husband, Mark, died unexpectedly from a massive heart attack while on vacation.
Mark & Tina were together for thirty-two years, raised two wonderful children into adulthood, traveled the world together, and loved each other unconditionally. In 2015, Tina was diagnosed with breast cancer. With the love of Mark, her children, family, friends, and faith, Tina survived several operations and cancer treatments. Then Mark’s death in 2017, and she had no clue how she would survive in his absence.
Tina took the strength she learned from being raised in Chicago and the warrior mentality from serving in the US Army for twenty-one years to fight the overwhelming devastation of Mark’s death. With her faith, countless therapy sessions, and the support of family and friends, Tina discovered her way and purpose for living. The small daily steps allowed her to keep living and develop her new life.
Tina also began connecting with other widows and widowers to grasp insight and understanding of this challenging journey which became instrumental to her well-being.
Those many conversations were the inspiration for Widowhood Real Talk With Tina. “I’m not a licensed therapist. However, I want to offer other widows and widowers, along with their community, a way to navigate the heart-wrenching sorrow and devastation I experienced. I hope the candid discussions on the podcast, the resources, and the ability to connect with others on this journey bring you hope and encouragement.”
widowhoodrealtalkwithtina.org
P-SAG : Parents Safety Advocacy Groups.
Sounds like a group for parents, right? Well it’s Colorado, so buckle up for this one.
The P-SAG meetings have been happening WITHOUT parents. And many Denver residents are celebrating as the school board is opening the May 1st meeting doors to parents…
Sort of…
One parent is allowed to attend the meeting.
For 3 minutes.
THREE MINUTES.
180 seconds. What’s happening during the rest of the meeting? What CAN’T they hear and be involved in discussing?
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m fired up as I discuss how to advocate for your student today, tomorrow, and every single day - whether it’s about an academic issue, the transition from high school to college, or safety in these traumatic times.
You. Have. Rights - and you deserve more than 3 minutes - wherever you live!
If you or someone you know needs help or resources, you can always contact 988 or me at 248-730-5544 or sam@samantharuth.com
You don’t have to work with me directly to reach out. I’ll help you find whatever it is you’re looking for. No one should struggle alone.
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The world has always been crazy - but lately it’s crazier than ever. We all need to know how to protect ourselves - male, female, old, young, healthy, and injured.
Most people don’t think about this until after something has happened to them or someone they know. We need to be proactive. We need to be aware. And not just of ourselves and our surroundings.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is not only an expert on all things safety and protection. She’s amazing. She’s a badass!
And she has a supermicro pet pig 🐷
Beth Warford is the founder of Pretty Loaded and a former Children's ICU and Sedation nurse. On a mission to instill strength, awareness, and confidence, Beth began her journey as an educator and National speaker after a close encounter with a would-be predator. She has trained thousands of people in person, and through her online training and videos around the world. Her safety videos reach millions globally! The training is used by law enforcement departments, the U.S. Courts system, hospitals, security directors, Florida Game and Wildlife biologists, city housing authorities, Universities, lone workers, Grubhub, and other large corporations worldwide.
Beth is responsible for starting the National Situational Awareness Day and this was approved by the registrar of the National Day Calendar. Beth has been featured on Consumer Reports, Reddit, Yahoo!Finance, Elite Readers, BuzzFeed, ViralNova, and many more networks. Beth loves spending her time reading, playing tennis, cooking, and painting. She is married and has four wonderful girls, a supermicro pig named Clover Smalls, and lives on an organic produce farm and vineyard.
prettyloaded.org
Have you heard about Human Design? Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show is an expert!
Lauren Oberly is a theta reiki master, mediation coach, and human design guide who focuses on sharing human design in a way that’s simple, practical, and usable and for Lauren explains the mysteries of life, which is why she named her business The Mermaid Light.
https://linktr.ee/themermaidlight
We see and hear stories every single day about tragedy after tragedy. I get calls every single day from parents worried about their adult children, husbands worried about wives, adult children worrying about their parents…..
“How do I have the conversation?”
“I want my (so and so) to talk to someone. What should I do?”
“Am I just overreacting?”
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I answer theses questions - and more! Because there’s NO Time to Waste!
There are some people you just connect with - instantly. And today’s guest on SEASON 6 of The Be Ruthless Show is one of those people!!
We were co authors in Women Who Illuminate together in 2019 and we were together a couple of weeks ago at Dare to Dream and I just love absolutely everything about this woman!
From the way she parents to the work she’s doing to change lives in the schools to the way she lives and embraces life every single day, Eleni Yiambilis is a powerhouse!
As an ambassador for Iheart Coaching Academy, Eleni loves helping people cultivate their authentic voice and claim their sovereignty from societal programs and expectations.
She is the co-founder of Kalyteros.Life, a lifestyle brand whose goal is to help people deliberately create the life they desire through courses and opportunity. Eleni has found a true passion as an author and Motivational Speaker.
She shared her inspiring life story in the internationally best selling books, She Is Magic and Women Who Illuminate and continues to share her message on stages worldwide.
Currently she is shifting into creating a movement for the children, helping them with programs to express their unique magic and power within. Her goal is to help children understand the power of their thoughts and spoken words through her soon to be released children’s book “I am that! I am!”
“The children are the key to shattering old paradigms and generational belief systems. Empower the children and you heal and shift the world” This belief is what prompted her to create The Empower Mentor Movement, to help others make a positive impact on the children of the world.
Eleni resides in southern New Jersey and is blessed with a magnificent daughter. She is a lover of nature, meditation, animals, and music. She loves creating through dance and building furniture. Eleni is also an advocate for women and children as a volunteer with Salem County Womens Shelter.
https://www.iheartacademy.com/products/enroll
It’s the 200th episode of The Be Ruthless Show 😳 How is that even possible? There’s absolutely no one I’d rather celebrate the occasion with than Kate Butler.
Kate is an International Best Selling Author, Speaker, Success Coach, Host of her own TV Show Where All Things Are Possible, Publisher, Founder of The Inspired Impact Book Series, Wife, Mom…. Mentor to so many including myself, and I’m grateful to be able to say my dear friend.
On this 200th episode 😳 we discuss not only giant dreams (that do come true!) after you think they’ve all been shattered, but the miracles that happen along the way that help you get there - plus SO much more!
So many people are dealing with so many things that we don’t see. I call them the invisibles. Chronic pain. Mental illness. Substance abuse. The things that we only know about if we ask or if we share.
And quite honestly, most people don’t do either. Most people don’t make time for either. The world is fast. We literally have fast food drive thru’s at nearly every corner. Amazon doesn’t just deliver. They now offer same day delivery.
It’s a world of instant gratification and feelings interfere.
You know what I have to say???
Too bad!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss five things we can all do for people who are dealing with invisible stuff - which is all of us!
I love meeting other extremely real people who share what they’ve been through. It’s personal, I get it, and so many keep their stories private.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is as real as they come. She shares it all to help others - even just one. Allison Vukovich is an intuitive medium and mental health advocate from Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Allison struggled with a lot of grief at a young age, so she leaned into her spiritual side as a coping mechanism. After realizing how much this helped her heal, Allison started her business - Souls of a Feather - to offer online readings and guidance to others who are struggling.
Shortly after her mental health improved, Allison found out that she was pregnant. She suffered from extreme prenatal anxiety and later major postpartum depression.
Since going through these experiences, Allison is more motivated than ever to spread love, heal, and inspire throughsoul growth - which Allison defines to be mental health, physical health, self love, and self development.
Learn more about Allison at souls.of.a.feather
I shouldn’t be surprised that there’s another mass shooting today, at another school. And I shouldn’t be surprised to hear conversations about automatic gun law legislation.
Are you surprised that the shooter was a former student?Are you surprised that she had multiple weapons, including a handgun?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the bigger picture!
Remember that you can reach out anytime.
sam@samanthsruth.com
Safety concerns push University of Colorado students to request alternative class attendance options.
This is the world we live in, and these aren’t the only students recently impacted by real threats. We unfortunately hear about it somewhere every single day.
Including today. Two staff are in the hospital after being shot by a student earlier this morning at East High School in Denver, Colorado.
And what mental health follow up do the schools have in place??? There was an article last week reporting that 125 of 180 Colorado schools have no mental health professionals on staff.
Lovely.
I’m extremely impressed with the steps the University of Colorado students are taking, but it’s not their responsibility! We need to do better, Colorado.And we need to do better, World. Period.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the rights of ALL students. Of ALL ages. In ALL states.
I also discuss simple questions to ask your children to get conversations started. Thank you Kelly Clarkson for taking your very private situation and using your public platforms to raise awareness.
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I can’t tell you how many times people have told me to just “stop worrying” when it comes to my anxiety. People with fibromyalgia are questioned and even mocked. Lyme disease. Lupus. The list goes on and on.
The invisibles.
I talk about them all the time, and so does today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show.
Dr. Kristin Wild is an award winning holistic health practitioner. She has a PhD in Metaphysical science and holds a diploma in applied psychology. She is the creator of the therapy modality called Awareness Therapy and founder of the Modern Health Solution. She is best known for helping people heal from chronic physical and mental conditions that are thought to be incurable.
And she’s with me today to discuss awareness in general, self awareness, and awareness in relationships.
You can learn more about Dr. Kristin Wild at
https://www.modernhealthsolution.com/
I was welcoming someone new into The Griefhab Community recently, and she told me a story that reminded me why I created Griefhab in the first place.
There is NOT enough support available for people dealing with any type of loss. And the support that is available is often lacking.
It’s my job to reach out to you.
It’s my job to take stress off of your plate, not add to it.
And what about the word grief. Let’s just talk about the overall perception surrounding the word itself.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all of this and more. I discuss why we need to Redefine Grief -
so that people get the support they need.
I discuss services that are available, where to find them, and how to change the conversations - today, not tomorrow.
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Sports. I love ‘em! They played a huge role in my childhood years. At the time, I didn’t pay any attention but looking back I can see the lessons, both good and bad, I’ve learned from sports.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show brings a different perspective - coaches.
Mitch Lyons traded the courtroom as a trial lawyer advocating for clients from a basketball court for a coach advocating for children. A veteran coach of over two decades, he has been a coach at every type of level where kids play sports; Community and travel teams, AAU for 8 years, boys and girls high school basketball for another 8 years, and for 3 years an assistant coach on a men's D.3 college team.
Since 2000, he has founded and served as president of two Massachusetts nonprofits. GetPsychedSports.org is an educational advocacy group with a mission to advocate for changing the structure of the public school sports team that institutionalizes a power imbalance between coach and student. He also founded and served as president for the Social Emotional Learning Alliance for Massachusetts, an educational advocacy group of over 4000 members, dedicated to advancing the teaching of social and emotional skills in all settings. Made-up of largely teachers and school based mental health professionals, this organization is now being mirrored in 22 states.
Mr. Lyons has been married to his wife, Joanne, for 52 years and still doesn't know why she has put up with him for that long. He was lucky enough to play full-court basketball until he was 65. Both his daughter and son were point guards and captains of their respective high school teams. His daughter had an emotionally abusive coach, which had Mitch re-imagining what public school sports could actually teach children.
Don’t get me started on stereotypes. They’re everywhere. So, of course, they
carry over into the professional world.
Psychology is a predominantly female dominated field, while finance is a male dominated industry.
International Women’s Day seems like the perfect day to break some stereotypes, and today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show lives her life doing that on a daily basis!
Whitney D. Walter is the founder and CEO of Harness Your Power, a company dedicated to the development and advancement of professional women.
Whitney's drive to help other women was largely a result of her experience working as a financial advisor where she felt her access to mentorship from more tenured professional women was limited. As her career in finance advanced, she traveled the country as a corporate trainer and was soon offering others the professional guidance she had longed for as a young woman climbing the ranks.
Now, Whitney speaks passionately on topics that often impact professional women such as practicing self-advocacy, understanding imposter syndrome, overcoming failure, and building confidence. Her company also provides training on LinkedIn and job search strategies, Microsoft PowerPoint, and other popular professional development topics. Her mission is simple; to help women feel confident and capable of achieving anything they set their minds to - both professionally and personally.
Whitney is a recognized professional development expert, speaker, and consultant whose insights have been featured in Yahoo Finance, AOL, Business Insider, and Authority Magazine. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Florida State University and a certification in PowerPoint from Microsoft.
Join us as we discuss women and finance, women in the workforce. Well being in the workforce, and more!
And connect with Whitney at
Instagram @whitneydwalter
People can be funny when it comes to certain words. Take I’m Sorry, for example. Two simple words that can wreak havoc in relationships worldwide.
There are those who over apologize. Peace makers and peace keepers. Avoiders of conflict at all costs. And then there are those who you have to pull the words out of, if they’ll say them at all.
But what gets lost as people argue are the feelings. The relationships. The outcomes that could be altered by these two simple words.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I dive into the reasons apologies matter and the differences between good and not so good apologies.
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The Be Ruthless Show is 2 🎈🎈🎈
Thank you so very much for sharing this birthday with me and for supporting me and The Be Ruthless Show!
It’s all about #makingnoiseandbreakingstigmas!
On today’s bonus birthday episode, I remind everyone about the conversations I’m having - and how you can have them, too. Without feeling awkward or uncomfortable.
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IT’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and I love connecting with others who are also #makingnoiseandbreakingstigmas!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m honored to have someone brave enough to be real about such a vulnerable topic.
Jess Frey is a single mom to a teenage son. She works for the State of New York at a local DSS, primarily with the homeless population. She also has her own online clothing boutique. I Jess recently started her own podcast in June of 2022 called Unapologetically Overcoming. It discusses topics that usually have a negative stigma associated with them. Her hope is that by talking about such topics, people will see that they too can overcome difficult situations & hopefully the stigmas can be eliminated. Jess herself has been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and an eating disorder. She’s also been a victim of domestic violence & gone though other traumatic experiences, but has been able to overcome them & has found happiness.
In her spare time, Jess enjoys spending time with friends & family, going to concerts, & traveling. She’s also an advocate/ally for racial/social justice & human rights.
You can listen to Unapologetically Overcoming Here:
https://www.podbean.com/pi/pbblog-vzhxc-d7e1f6
Connect with Jess on Instagram here:
@unapologetically_overcoming
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Someone I knew in high school used to run errands so she could “sneak eat” fast food. Some limit calories while others binge.
What we all have in common is NOT discussing the uncomfortable conversations. It’s National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m having the uncomfortable conversations.
Too many suffer in silence. Not this week.
No one should struggle alone!
Please reach out at anytime: sam@samantharuth.com
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Life moves pretty fast. 4 years ago today, I was meeting Kate Butler for the first time. And today, with 28 other beautiful souls, we shared Dear Younger Self with the world - and it’s already a #1 Best Seller! ❤️
Thank you so much for your support.
I certainly didn’t know this is where my life was heading when I sat in that room, nervously. I was just learning how to survive in this world without Jim.
Who am I kidding? I’m still learning.
But I have these women in my life, by my side, every single day to help me figure it out.
And yesterday was a tough one.
Some of you might remember that I had major back surgery a month before Jim passed away. Stemming from a car accident that I was in 8 days before our wedding.
That was impossible to go through with Jim. So when I found out yesterday that I have to do more than physical therapy. More than acupuncture. I was FULL of emotions.
Because I don’t know how I’m supposed to do all this without Jim.
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What exactly is Team Ruthless?
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It’s a place for YOU to get any support you need – YOUR WAY.
No more waiting for appointments.
No more waiting rooms.
No insurance headaches.
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*Get unlimited access to each other and to me!
*Get weekly interactive support group calls. Some include special guests to answer YOUR questions and to share their magic!
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In honor of The Spartans, I’ve added another weekly support group centered around anxiety/ptsd. It’s extremely helpful
to connect with people who understand what you’re going through.
I needed other widows further along in their journey to help me through mine.
I don’t just throw you in a group with random people, by the way. I put you in a specific group with people you’ll connect with because you’re going through (or you’ve been through) similar things.
Get Interactive virtual holiday get togethers – on EVERY holiday. If you missed us on President’s Day, join us on Good Friday, Easter, Memorial Day….
Plus - Team Ruthless members get early access to any and everything, VIP discounts, and more.
After all the recent chaos, please share with your friends and loved ones. Because No One should struggle alone
Send me an email at samantha7ruth@gmail.com or Sign up here.
We are less than two days away from the launch of #DearYoungerSelf and I am sooooo excited to share these incredible stories with the world!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I have four more co authors for you
to meet!
Amber Whitt works closely with people in the spiritual world and in the physical world. She is a leader in her business endeavors and is motivated by helping others to grow and shift into their best selves. As a business developer, multi small business owner, and a quantum reiki practitioner, she gets the best of both worlds every day. She thrives off of new challenges and adventures and relishes in leading by example. Amber helps transform peoples lives energetically and spiritually and has helped numerous people to achieve a more fulfilling life by breaking through old patterns and old thought processes.
Erin McCahill is an organizational leader, entrepreneur, and #1 international best-selling author who is passionate about helping others build personal and professional cultures. In an intimate discussion with her younger self, Erin questions where that 3-year-old confident, sassy girl went which reveals important lessons learned throughout her journey that all lead to one core attribute.
Kristy Whilden is the Founder and CEO of Hands Up Silent Theatre and an ASL educator with degrees in Psychology, Deaf Studies, American Sign Language, History and currently is working on her Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Miss Whilden is a late deafened adult who shares her story of resiliency.
Kristy will take you for a ride on her rollercoaster of life in her chapter, "From Shelter to CEO." From assault and deafness to turning dreams into reality, she will teach you how to turn your passions into motivation to create a life you can only dream of.
Kristine (Kris) Gagnon McQuown is the founder and CEO of studionm. She is a best-selling children's book author, speaker, and coach. You can find her award-winning children's book on Amazon or at studiokm.com. Current projects include writing a book about Generation X with her husband and publishing her second children's book - both launching in 2023. Kristine resides in Indiana and enjoys travel, volunteering, photography and pizza.
You can read all of our stories in #DearYoungerSelf available this Wednesday, 2-22, on Amazon!
Whenever there is a tragedy, the world shows support. The media shares coverages and promotes change.
But things quickly return to life as we knew it.
For everyone who wasn’t involved.
For those in Lansing, the students, the faculty, the first responders- life as they knew it will never be the same.
For anyone who has experienced some form of trauma, “another” incident - such as the mass shooting on Monday at Michigan State’s Campus - can trigger a reaction or memory.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what we can do today. Not tomorrow. Not at the next election. Today!
Please don't struggle alone. Support is available.
Anyone struggling can contact me directly or 988 support.
Additional resources for Spartans-
Students call 517-355-8270 and press "1" at the prompt.
Community Mental Health: 517-346-8460
Counselors are now available at the Hannah Community Center.
Dear Younger Self is a collection of stories, but each author has interpreted the title in a unique way. The book applies to all ages, sexes, and stages of life - and it’s truly something so special….. unlike other books I’ve been a part of.
And it launches in just nine days!
On today’s episode’s of The Be Ruthless Show, two of my Dear Younger Self co authors join me to share their stories and reasons for sharing them in this particular book.
Tracey Watts Cirino is a #1 international best-selling author, award-winning business owner, highly engaging motivational speaker, and podcast host of Beyond Common Business Secrets. Tracey is dedicated to helping creatives and entrepreneurs succeed through her dynamic keynotes, retreats, and coaching programs. As the founder and CEO of Beyond
Common Coaching & Training Company, she is a certified success and mindset coach, Canfield Success Principles trainer, and John C. Maxwell certified speaker, coach, and trainer. Tracey has developed the proven Beyond Common Success Method and the Beyond Common Business Method and spends her free time walking and cooking with her family and their adorable dog.
Dr. Ericha Scott has been a healer who has walked the fine line between mysticism and evidenced-based psychotherapy for thirty-eight years. She is a licensed clinical professional counselor and is certified as a substance use disorder counselor, interfaith spiritual director, Reiki master, and a dually certified creative and expressive arts therapist. She is a published poet, artist, international best-selling author, and keynote speaker. Dr. Scott is a fellow for the oldest trauma organization in the world, The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, and is an expert in grief, trauma, dissociation, self-harm, nightmares, integrative health, and the creative arts psychotherapies.
She designed and facilitated psychoeducational and creative arts therapeutic workshops for many decades. She has been recognized throughout the United States and abroad for her original, unique, and powerful healing experiences.
Dr. Scott's academic writing and research have been published in several different forms.
You can read all of our stories in Dear Younger Self, available next Wednesday, 2-22, on Amazon!
I’ll never understand how first responders go from one emergency to another without any recovery time. Trauma takes it’s toll, and having to rush right from one to another….. my brain can’t.
We should have MORE support available for these people - but we don’t. And this problem is everywhere.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, my guest is all the way from Canada!
Derek Hogan is a 15 year veteran in first responder fields who can honestly say his life has been shaped by coping with tragedy. Derek created Yellow box partners podcast in 2022 to find others in different fields who have been subjected to ptsd and other forms of trauma.
Derek’s career has affected his personal life - as a father, as a husband, and as a friend, He’s had to rebuild his life many times
without understanding what he was going through.
He come from a small town on the eastern part of Québec, Canada. Derek always thought ptsd was more of a regional thing but has learned that the stigmas and daily struggles are not reserved to urban areas.
At the age of 40, Derek decided to make a difference and explore the questions all of
us need answers to.
Derick Hogan is a paramedic and a part time firefighter.
It has been a bumpy ten days… to put it mildly. Just when I thought I had recovered from a massive fiasco, there was another one.
I’m naive. I see the best in people. And I got burned. Big time. Twice in a row. But I feel like I wound up in a really great place. Somewhere I might not have ever thought of looking if I hadn’t been in the middle of such a major crisis.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why avoiding the difficult conversation is absolutely worse - for you and the person you’re disrespecting!
We all see things happen every single day that can make an impact. A car accident. Something on the news.
For some people - this can stir up other memories and feelings. Take my reaction to Damar Hamlin receiving CPR on the field. I still get emotional thinking about it - and he’s home and recovering smoothly.
I’m open about these difficult things in my life, yet many others struggle silently. Feelings are often mocked. Minimized. How often do you hear (or say) things like “Put your big girl pants on…”
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how to show up for people struggling. What to say, but more importantly what not to say. How to communicate your support when you don’t know what to say. All of the things!
sam@samantharuth.com
https://samantharuth.com/home/team-ruthless/
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Welcome to Season FIVE of The Be Ruthless Show!!! I can’t even believe it’s been almost two years. And 180 episodes.
You never know what you’re capable of until life happens to you.
I talk all the time about how many people suffer in silence. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show shares my passion for making noise!
Lauren Rose is a disabled wife & mom living with chronic pain, major depressive disorder, & paralyzing anxiety. She is also a rape survivor and a survivor of verbal, physical, emotional, and spiritual abuse. In 2017, she had to stop working due to debilitating spinal pain. For the next two years she was in a deep depression. Last year, she started a podcast & blog as ways for her to put good into the world & encourage others with chronic pain, mental illness, or previous trauma.
You can connect with Lauren at
ithurtstomom@gmail.com
Get her free 30 tips for pain relief - without taking a pill:
ithurtstomom.com/tips
Follow Lauren on Instagram:
@ithurtstomom on IG
You know me - I absolutely love natural healing options. This includes essential oils - but I have a confession.
Oils are overwhelming.
There are SO many to choose from…
There are SO many brands to choose from…There are SO many ways and places to use them….
So I am super excited about todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Nikki Fraser.
Nikki Fraser is a Certified Clinical
Aromatherapist from London Ontario. She has her own holistic practices, Fraser Holistic Health, that incorporates aromatherapy with other holistic modalities, is co-founder of Essentria School of Aromatherapy, and co-host of the podcast Vetiver Vibes. She was the education director for several years with the Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists, and was recognized as a top aromatherapist in her town 3 years in a row, and recognized as one of the most influential people in aromatherapy for 2022.
Nikki loves to focus on the safety of essential oils, and works a lot with children and pregnant people. Nikki is a lifelong learner, bookworm and proud tree hugger.
You can learn more about Nikki and Essentria Aromatherapy School here:
https://www.schoolofessentria.com/
Listen to the podcast, Vetiver Vibes here:
http://www.schoolofessentria.com/vetivervibes
Join the Facebook Group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/loveessentialoilswithessentria
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On a special note, Griefhab is 2 today 🎈💝🙏💝🎈
Come celebrate with me here.
Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
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Since I moved to Colorado 9 years ago, I’ve been extremely vocal about how different mental healthcare is here. And not in a good way.
Moving to Northern Colorado has given me hope - but only for Northern Colorado. Denver and the surrounding areas are still light years behind where things need to be.
In the conversations.
In the education.
In the services they provide.
A recent Douglas County Elementary School made headlines - for alllll the wrong reasons, as indicated by this title:
“DougCo elementary school uses excessive restraint on second-grader”
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss YOUR RIGHTS. I discuss services that are available to your children, although they’re not advertised or offered. I discuss when and how you need to become involved.
These are YOUR children. No decision should be made without your input, and theirs for that matter.
I discuss the importance of having an advocate who is NOT part of the school staff. I discuss it all - because there IS support available.
And you deserve it. Your kids deserve it!
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
I don’t keep certain snacks in my house because if they’re around - I know I’ll eat them all.
We live in a world where millions binge Netflix. But no one talks about bing eating. And so very many suffer, believing they’re the only ones.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, my guest, Julie Latz, shares her story. of being obsessed with and controlled by food for 45 years. It felt like her life revolved around it! She was a yo-yo dieter and when she went off a diet, she found herself bingeing on all of her favorite foods and felt miserably out of control.
In 2010, Julie created a simple yet powerful process to finally become free from food addiction, which is detailed in her book Stop Binge Eating and Start Living Again. She coaches women worldwide on how to stop compulsive, emotional and binge eating without dieting or deprivation.
Connect with Julie: peacefuleating.com
Purchase Stop Binge Eating and Start Living Again https://a.co/d/gLBxZY3
Discount code for listeners: Ruthless10
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
I’m exhausted.
The 1st 8 days of January feel longer than all of 2022😂 (kidding not kidding)
Between my health stuff, Sassy’s, the Damar Hamlin scare, and actually living life/working/scheduled appointments, I’m truly beat.
I automatically went right into the “getting things done” mode.
And then I tripped over my own two feet - literally!
And, by the way, it hurts when you’re already in pain. I had to sit and regroup...
And remember that taking care of ME comes first. It has to!
So I slowed down and forgot about the to do’s and listened to my body. And wouldn’t you know, things started falling into place.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I talk about life’s curve balls and how to best navigate them.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
A day and a half after The Monday Night Football Trauma, and I’m still completely shaken.
All of my love and prayers are with Damar Hamlin and his family.
If you haven’t heard, Hamlin, 24/Buffalo Bills, collapsed on the field and received CPR before being transported to the emergency room where he remains in critical condition.
It took an hour, but the game was eventually suspended. Thank Goodness!
This is no longer about football. This is about how to help the world recover from this trauma.
Damar Hamlin, who we all are praying for…
His family
His teammates
The Cincinnati Bengals who were on the field
The referees
The medical staff
The announcers
The fans who were in the stadium
YOU!
Your children. Your friends. Your colleagues. Your students. Your employees.
This impacts us all and we need to address it, not bounce back to life as usual.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I dive deep into the importance of our mental well being - now more than ever.
PrayersForDamar
MentalHealthMatters
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Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
And just like that, it’s 2023. Happy New Year, Everyone!
I really can’t believe it’s already another year. 2022 flew by, and was full of many amazing things - but it was also an extremely difficult year. For many. Certainly for me.
I’m ready for 2023, and there are some things that I’m going to bring with me and continue doing more of.
Other things, I’m letting go of!
What’s working for you and what are you continuing in 2023? What isn’t working that you can leave behind?
Maybe you’re focusing on health or a relationship. You can apply this to any and all areas of life.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the emotional areas, including our feelings and our mindset.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
Eating disorders are under discussed and surrounded by stigma. That’s what makes todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show so special.
Dr. Marianne Miller is real and up front - about her own story as well as recovery in general.
Dr. Miller has been in the mental health field for 25 years and has specialized in eating disorders for the last 10 years. She was a full-time academic for 12 years and had a part-time eating disorder practice for much of that time until she left the university and went into private practice full-time in 2018.
Dr. Miller loves working with eating disorders as a therapist and a coach. She takes a non-diet, feminist approach that helps people of all genders live empowered, authentic lives. She embraces the Health at Every Size model, and is LGBTQIAA+ affirming. In November, she launched the Elite Binge Eating Recovery Method. It is a virtual coaching system that helps high performers regain their mental and emotional energy by shifting their relationship with food to be fully present in their life.
http://www.drmariannemiller.com/
https://www.drmariannemiller.com/blog/
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
Tomorrow will be 5 years.
FIVE years. It doesn’t seem possible. It still feels like I lost you just yesterday - but a lifetime has happened in these five years.
It’s longer than our time time together after reuniting…. To be clear: This is not the anniversary I want to be celebrating.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share 5 lessons I’ve learned in these 5 years. I also discuss how I’ve shifted my mindset -
Because 2022 has been an extremely difficult time. For many, including me. It’s easy to get caught up in the overwhelm -
So I make conscious choices to find the positive.
Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
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Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
After losing Jim, I found myself drawn more than ever to nature. It’s truly how I healed. How I still heal. And to many, it seems strange.
Not to todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show! Ari Gunzberg understands the immense power of nature.
Ari is a rising new star in personal growth who is working to solve human disconnection. He uses his experiences in the great outdoors to talk about finding a greater sense of belonging. The forest has been the stage for many moments in Ari's life, such as when he was 10 years old and his teacher passed away surrounded by the bright green leaves of spring.
Ari is an award winning international speaker and coach who inspires people using personal stories filled with triumph, tragedy and transformation. In his speeches and his coaching programs, Ari draws on his experiences in the great healing domain of nature to give hope and light to others. He is the author of the popular parable, The Little Book Of Greatness.
Connect with Ari @arigunz on Instagram
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Come join Team Ruthlessand find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
How Bout Them Lions??? (Let’s NOT discuss The Cowboys today. I’m not over it yet 🤣)
Being a Lions Fan is work!! We’ve been through it together! The disappointments. The almost’s. The could’ve been’s.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share 8 lessons we can all learn from The Lions (and The Fans!)
I chose 8 in honor of Hanukkah - Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! 🕎
Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
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Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
Suicide is a unique kind of loss that is widely stigmatized. Loss isn’t discussed enough in this world, and suicide loss even more so.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show has a lot to say about this topic, and more!
Sarah Gaer is a suicide loss survivor and holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health.
She has spent the past 10 years working in Suicide Prevention focused on men in their middle years and first responders.
Sarah currently works as a consultant in suicide prevention and trauma recovery and is spearheading long term recovery efforts at Holyoke
Soldier's Home, which experienced a mass causality event during Covid-19. Sarah also holds a contract with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health creating and providing training for Law Enforcement on topics such as suicide prevention, toxic stress and resilience building.
Sarah is also a National Trainer for Psychological First Aid
She authored the novel
"The Price" which chronicles the suicide death of a police officer as well as co-authoring Guts, Grit & The Grind, which is an anthology series about Men's Mental Health. Sarah has also published a children's book, Good Night Grace, which assists families and caregivers in talking with children about their parents' substance use disorder.
You can connect with Sarah at sarahgaer.com
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
How should I act when my friend gets out of rehab?
Or when they’ve suffered a loss?
An injury?
These are things we don’t discuss - but should!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share my 3 most important tips on how to show up for someone after they’ve been through something intense.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
Addiction is a topic that is under discussed with plenty of stigmas. Gambling addiction is even less discussed.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Patrick Chester and I dive deep into this much needed discussion.
Patrick Chester is a 50 year old father of two boys and husband. He spent 15 years living in the darkness that is gambling addiction.
Patrick spent many years building a solid reputation, and was widely respected as a business owner and professional. He threw it all away as his sports gambling addiction took over his life. Everything took a back seat to his gambling addiction, including his own family. He ended up over a million dollars in debt, suicidal, and ultimately sent off to jail for the crimes he committed to feed his addiction.
Patrick left jail in June of 2015 and has devoted his life ever since, to those that suffer in their addiction. Gambling addiction lives in the shadows and it's hard to recognize, Patrick’s hope is to raise awareness and educate people about the dangers and warning signs of this addiction.
PatrickChester.com
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Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
How Bout Them Cowboys!!!
And, of course, LETS GO BLUE!
Big Football Weekend, and also a big emotional weekend for me. On top of being sick last week, my back has been acting up…. which immediately triggers my anxiety.
The what if’s. The could it be’s. The not knowing is, by far, the worst.
So yesterday I wound up at urgent care -
I have a follow up with a specialist on Friday, and my mind - and body - are already completely at ease.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all the reasons we can come up with to NOT do what needs to be done. And all the reasons we need to ignore ourselves and just deal with it.🤣
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Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
Disability. I don’t even like the word let alone what it stands for. And most people think of something physical when they hear the word disability, but there are emotional disabilities as well.
They’re just invisible.
My guest on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show addresses physical AND emotional disabilities as well as the stigmas that come with them.
Shanice Green is a Transformational and empowerment mindset coach and disability advocate. She openly shares her story of multiple surgeries and life in a wheelchair to help others and to raise awareness.
Website - wheelempowercoaching.com
Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/wheelempowercoaching
Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/554173225421117/?ref=share
Instagram - @shanicewheelempower
Email - wheelempowercoaching@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/582325150256138/?ref=share
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Please help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling.
I survived my first Thanksgiving in Michigan without Jim…
It was so amazing being with my family and friends, and it was also extremely emotional. I’m beyond grateful for The Griefhab Community.
It’s my safe place. It’s my people. It’s my sanity.
It’s also my way of helping others get the support that I so desperately needed and couldn’t find.
And I need you - to help me share Griefhab. So no one struggles alone!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all of this as well as Griefhab Goes Global.
My gift to you for Giving Tuesday is my newly designed 8 week Relief From Grief Groups. Connect with people who get it and learn how to move through your grief your way! Learn more here:
My ask is that you help me share Griefhab with the world. With someone struggling. With someone who works with people struggling. With someone who simply cares about a good cause.
To anyone interested in Giving Tuesday, your gift supports:
🧡direct client services
Help someone receive the support they need
💙client assistance
Help pay for a funeral, a bill, or even groceries
💜advertising
Help share Griefhab with the world - so no one struggles alone!
Make your donation here and thank you for your generosity and compassion!
Joining me on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show - Kitt O’Malley.
Kitt is the author of "Balancing Act: Writing Through a Bipolar Life," a mental health advocate, a public speaker, and a former psychotherapist who lives with bipolar disorder. Her personal experience and clinical background inform her advocacy and enable her to help herself and guide others toward mental health recovery.
Her memoir recounts her struggle with bipolar disorder, the two decades it took to receive a proper diagnosis, and how her journey gave her purpose.
Tune in to hear our conversation about the road to recovery, and to connect with Kitt O’Malley visit: https://www.kittomalley.com
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I’m on my way to (or already in) Michigan, depending on when you read and listen to this😂
My first Thanksgiving in Michigan without Jim. Holiday travel. The chaos of family, or cooking - or both!
It’s an overwhelming time for most, so for those already struggling… it can be even more overwhelming.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share important ways for you to keep your sanity and survive it all!
I also discuss all the support available this week, including:
Griefhab Goes Global: Tuesday on zoom. Register here
Black Friday Starts NOW: support groups and services. Contact me to secure your spot and discount!
Thanksgiving Virtual Holiday Get Together with Team Ruthless
Tune in to listen now and read todays blog for more tips.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share five of YOUR questions -
That’s right. Five questions from the weekly Ask Sam Calls that I know so many people need to hear.
Questions about relationships. Questions about self care. YOUR questions.
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Join us on Tuesday, November 22 for a virtual event with an exciting announcement about Griefhab!!
I talk all the time about clients interviewing us to find the best fit. But we need to interview them, as well!!
I fired a client last week -
Not because I didn’t like her.
Not because I didn’t want to work with her.
Because I need to protect myself.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the clients who aren’t safe. I discuss the importance of documentation - for both our clients protection and our own.
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Join us on Tuesday, November 22 for a virtual event with an exciting announcement about Griefhab!!
Northern Colorado’s Thompson School District has invited mental health co-responders to assist school resource officers in the FIRST co-responder school program in Colorado.
THIS. IS. HUGE!!!
I’ve talked for 9 years about the differences in mental health care between Michigan and Colorado. This is common in Michigan - and we’re just now seeing the FIRST in Colorado.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share my excitement! I also discuss what we all can do to make this more common - everywhere!
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It’s been a week!! I know, it’s only Monday. But I’m talking about the past week. I was at the vet 3 times with these 2. Thankfully we’re all fine now.
But man - Life is hard.
Being a widow is hard.
And people everywhere are struggling.
So I’m offering some support groups through the holidays -
For anxiety
For loss
For You!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss these groups as well as my birthday wish - Griefhab Goes Global.
Because people need to know support is available!!
So please share with your world - because people everywhere really are struggling right now!
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And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Stress looks different for each and every one of us. And different things are stressful for different people.
No matter what causes you stress - the important thing is having healthy outlets. People. Activities. Self care.
It’s International Stress Awareness Day, and on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why this day matters - and more!
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Happy Halloween, Everyone.
Wanna hear something different? I’ve never loved Halloween. I know, I know -
I hear the reactions all of the time.
That’s what I talk about on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show: not loving something that the majority of the world loves. Or enjoying it in a different way.
There’s nothing wrong with me - or with you - for not liking certain traditions that the world celebrates. The issue is what we do about it -
And that applies to both those who are “in the minority” AND their friends and loved ones.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Leading With Legacy is officially available on Amazon!
This is a collection of 20 stories, from authors selected by the readers! I promise these stories will move you, uplift you, and inspire you!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I speak with Leading With Legacy co-author Angela Germano.
Angela is currently an award-winning middle school Language Arts teacher, Communication professor, multi-faceted professional writer in the global medical and self-care sectors and produces inspirational documentaries.
In these roles, Mrs. Germano coaches people through their academic, career and life challenges and is devoted to positively impacting people's lives so they can achieve their dreams.
We not only discuss Angela’s chapters in Leading With Legacy, Women Who Rise, and Women Who Illuminate - We also discuss Angela’s unique teaching style and what we all can learn from her incredible lessons.
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And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Dak is Back!! And The Cowboys beat The Lions - which is more than just any game for me. It’s the memories of this rivalry between me and Jim. The trips we don’t get to take. The future that isn’t.
So my emotions were all over the place - and I’m not sorry.
Because we’ve all been there! And hiding it makes it so much worse.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss feeling the feelings.
Tune in now/: samantharuth.com/podcast
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
There are so many things that I go through that no one sees. I lived alone for years before Jim and I reconnected. But living alone without him now - it’s an entirely different kind of living alone.
And the more clients I work with, the more I realize that it’s not just me.
It’s universal.
So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share some things you’d never know without people like me telling you.
Widows. Divorced empty nesters. Trauma survivors. We’re everywhere, and we deal with a lot that isn’t discussed. Tune in for six examples now.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged!
Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
It’s National Domestic Violence Awareness Month - and I want to emphasize that emotional abuse is equally harmful.
It doesn’t have to leave a bruise to be wrong. Unhealthy.
Not everyone knows what that looks like. Not everyone knows what signs to look for. On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss five things we can look for in relationships.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
It’s National #StopBullyingDay and it’s also Bullying Prevention Month - and I’ve got so much to say about this topic.
Because there are many different types of bullying. And speaking up isn’t something everyone is taught.
So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what to look for, questions to ask, and ways to get out of uncomfortable or unhealthy situations.
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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
It’s World Mental Health Day - and while I absolutely want to celebrate this, I also want people to understand what it means. It’s not on any calendars. There aren’t any traditions associated with today like turkey and Thanksgiving.
So let’s decide what it means. Let’s make it what we want it to mean!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss a few different ways you can check in with yourself and your loved ones. I also wrote last weeks blog on a similar topic, and you can read that here.
If you want even more, check out Team Ruthless! Your Support – Your way.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Men’s Mental Health
There are stigmas surrounding mental health in general, and there are also stigmas surrounding men and mental health.
Joining me on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show is Michael Ceely, a licensed psychotherapist and owner of Ceely Counseling. He serves clients in Florida at Men's Counseling Florida and in Wisconsin at Madison Online Therapy.
Michael is passionate about men's mental health. He is the founder of Men’s Therapy Directory, a website dedicated to helping men access counseling resources.
Michael is also a former competitive cyclist. During his career, he won two state titles, and twice went to the Olympic Trials. He currently works with athletes through his Elite Mindset Coaching Program.
Join us for an open conversation about accepting support and understanding that this is a strength!
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
It’s Mental Illness Awareness Week, and I hosted a 5k walk in Fort Collins yesterday to raise awareness. I met the most amazing people.
We talked about living with someone who isn’t willing to accept their mental illness, and the toll that takes on their loved ones.
And we’ve all been there - with a physical illness or injury we haven’t wanted to admit! I refused to admit I was sick as a kid and begged to go to school (my brother still laughs about that part!) I got sick in the car and ended up back at home 😂
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss The Bad Patient Syndrome in depth. I discuss how it impacts the individual in question and makes their life harder than it already is. And I discuss what friends and loved ones can do when dealing with people denying or resisting.
Reach out with any questions, anytime: sam@samantharuth.com
Join the virtual walk for Whole Lotta Love: The James Lincoln Ruth Foundation here: Team Ruthless Virtual 5k
I cannot say enough about todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show.
Barbara Legere is the author of Keven's Choice, A Mothers Journey Through Her Son's Mental
Illness, Addiction and Suicide and coauthor of the bestselling book The Epiphanies Project. As
an advocate for those suffering from substance use disorders, mental health issues and grief,
she has been featured in Salon, The Huffington Post, and Prevention. Barbara lives in Southern California
with her sister, Therese, as well as her cat, tortoise and her two dogs.
Today we discuss her loss, Keven’s story, mental illness, addiction, and SO much more!
To connect with Barbara:
barbaralegere.com
Keven’s Choice
https://www.amazon.com/Kevens-Choice-Mothers-Journey-Addiction/dp/1956955143/ref=nodl_?dplnkId=47bb9828-b91a-4be9-a5b1-836a8154056
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
The Washington Post reported that officers killed those they were called to help in at least 178 cases over 3 years. When I think of the police, I think of people protecting us…
But these stories are on the rise. And I want everyone struggling to get the help they deserve!
So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what to do if you need to make that call:
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what language to use and
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who to contact
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how to contact
I also discuss healthy vs unhealthy ways to approach someone “unstable” or erratic. Remember that people in crisis are dealing with fear. The way we approach and initiate conversations can make a difference in the outcome!
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is Charlie Beswick, and I am extremely honored to have her with us.
Charlie Beswick is mum to 17-year-old twins, Oliver and Harry. She is the author of best-selling book Our Altered Life, a brutally honest account of how she came to terms with a life she never expected. She is also an award-winning blogger and her family's story has been featured internationally on Sky TV and national press.
Charlie is the founder of More Than a Face charity and has spoken with over 6000 students to educate them on visible differences including behaviors typically associated with autism. She is also a teacher with over 16 years' experience in both primary and secondary schools.
To learn more about Charlie:
https://www.amazon.com/Our-Altered-Life-Charlene-Beswick/dp/1976533015
Buy the book:
https://www.amazon.com/Our-Altered-Life-Charlene-Beswick/dp/1976533015
Join her community:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sendginandcheese/about/
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Today is the day -
Sort of 😂
Doors for Team Ruthless don’t officially open until October 1st.
But it’s Jimtember -
So I’m opening the doors now - only to my communities.
Are you confused? Don’t worry! On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I talk about all the things….
Including what you get: two very special Bonus Calls AND a Ruthless shirt if you join today.
Rates increase October 1st, so tune in now. And while Griefhab is devoted to all things loss, but Team Ruthless is open to anyone ❤
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
How do you know when it’s time to walk away from a relationship?
With a partner, with a company, with a therapist….
And how do you actually end the relationship?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all this - and more!
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
I’ve loved football my entire life🏈 . But for me, it’s about more than the actual game. It’s about the players - as people. It’s about being part of a team.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss two off the field examples of what we can all learn from the game of football.
Derek Carr and DeVante Adams survived a white water rafting accident together in their college days. Their friendship off the field has helped them both become the players, and people, they are today.
Dak Prescott has been open about his anxiety and depression ever since he lost his brother to suicide in 2020. Over the weekend, Prescott opened up about his anxiety connected to injury - or re-injury to be more specific.
(Don’t even get me started on his newest injury😳 I guess it’s Go Brady-Go Blue this season, too)
How often do you fight through the pain? Do you stop to think about the risks of injury?
And are you in touch with the people you’ve really been through life with?
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
You know how you can have things all mapped out - and then life happens!!??!!
We’ve all been there and probably will be again.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show certainly has been there - more than once.
Amanda Lees lives in Australia with her husband and is the proud mother of their three children. Amanda has been a nurse
for 25 years with a Bachelor of Nursing and a Post Graduate Diploma in Women's Health. Amanda is currently studying a
Diploma of counselling while still nursing and writing.
She has recently published her first book; According to plan: Riding the unpredictable waves of motherhood.
By publishing her book, she endeavors to inspire others, as she openly shares how her family navigates through Autism, ADHD,
Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, multiple Anaphylactic food allergies, Dyslexia,
Dysgraphia, and Anxiety to now thrive in this world. All topics that are often kept behind closed doors. This has now
ignited a new path for Amanda as she plans how to best extend her support to others.
According to Plan: Riding the Unpredictable Waves of Motherhood https://a.co/d/7qBHHL7
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
It’s September - otherwise known as Jimtember - and Michigan CRUSHED Colorado State on Saturday 💙🏈💙
On a serious note, It’s also National Suicide Prevention Month AND Week.
It’s important to remember that as you celebrate football, or back to school, or this holiday weekend - people everywhere are struggling. Silently.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all this - and more.
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Overeating. Undereating. Not eating.
There are so many things that people struggling endure. Things that might seem simple to most but can be unbelievably difficult.
My guest on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Janet Verney, discusses our health and why it can’t be ignored.
Janet E. Verney is an Author and Artist with a passion for wellness and whimsy! She is certified as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and is the Community Coordinator for the Gut Health course at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Janet is passionate about creating plant-based recipes and loves helping others to “health-up” their lives through Primary and Secondary Foods! She has shared her healing journey on TV, radio, podcasts, conferences, and workshops.
Part of her own healing therapy includes creating whimsical upcycled clothing, which can be found on her Etsy shop JanetsFashionFlips. When she is not working on wellness or her art you can find her in her garden, on the water, or playing with her grandsons or her pup, Ollie! To learn more, please visit her website janetverney.com
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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
I’ve been sharing like crazy about National Grief Awareness Day tomorrow. And someone else added to one of the threads that Wednesdays is International Overdose Awareness Day.
Another people so many don’t even know exists. But the conversation didn’t end there. Someone shared that August 21st was also Fentanyl Awareness Day.
Why do we need separate days? On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I explain the why, the who….. all of the things. Because it’s important.
And it’s more that most people don’t know let alone understand. Thank you to The Griefhab Community for having these conversations!
Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk on October 2nd. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
I’ve been out and about promoting National Grief Awareness Day which is next week, 8/30/22. And I have literally been met with this response 100 PERCENT OF THE TIME: “I didn’t know there was a National Grief Awareness Day….”
And that, my friends, is the problem!!
How can people acknowledge a day they don’t even know exists?? It’s not on calendars. Or billboards. There aren’t commercials or advertisements. And on and it goes.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I take this conversation further. I share what we all can do to make this day KNOWN!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
Are you good at expressing your needs? You have to be in touch with your needs in order to do that - so are you in touch with yours?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why this conversation matters -
Whether it’s couples, siblings, students and teachers, parents and children - understanding one another’s needs is a key component of the relationship.
And this is true even with our relationship with ourselves!
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
President Biden signed The Inflation Reduction Act yesterday. A nearly $400-billion investment in clean energy subsidies will mark the United States' most serious effort ever to combat climate change. Seniors on Medicare will have a cap on their prescription drug costs each year. And an extension on subsidies provided during the COVID-19 pandemic will lower healthcare costs for 13 million Americans.
I’m not bringing this up to talk about politics. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss finding gratitude during challenging times.
This was impossible for me when I first lost Jim. And, of course, some days are still more difficult than others. Difficult, but not impossible!
Grand Lake, Colorado. The first place Jim took me in Colorado. Our wedding venue. My absolute favorite place. And the place that helped me find my path. My way.
Tomorrow is our 8 year wedding anniversary. And the 5th I’ve experienced without Jim. Being in Grand Lake doesn’t change that…
But it makes it less painful. More peaceful.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share my healing journey. I share my progress - that I’m seeing vividly here in Grand Lake.
I remember being here in 2018 and being in SO much pain and feeling completely lost. And I see myself now - still in pain but not at all lost.
To everyone struggling - this episode is for you. I’ve been there. I get it. And I promise you you’ll get through it!
I talk about the “invisibles” regularly. Chronic health. Mental illness. Loss and grief.
So much goes on that the world doesn’t see.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what you need to know to support someone dealing with an “invisible.”
I also address things people struggling with an “invisible” can do to help others understand.
And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at sam@samantharuth.com!
I’ve been pretty open about feeling a bit off lately. It’s not in my nature to ‘fake it until I make it’ or to hide it, because talking about it is part of what helps me get through it.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the shifts I’m making, the tools I’m using, to navigate my way.
Simple adjustments that make a big difference.
And I discuss how to use these tools proactively. Whether it’s back to school, a new job, a move - or a difficult stretch - it’s important to have tools and supports in place.
>>>Mark Your Calendars<<<
Join me on October 2nd for a 5k walk fundraiser in conjunction with CKG Foundation, an organization devoted to raising awareness about teens and mental health. Please consider joining The Be Ruthless Show Team or make your Donation now and thank you for your support!
A portion of the proceeds raised will be donated to CKG, and the rest will be awarded to the winner of the 2022 Jim Ruth Scholarship. Nominate a teen here.
I don’t know much about Twitter - but I’ve connected with someone truly amazing. She’s real and raw and open - and working diligently to break stigmas surrounding mental health. MY kind of people.
And today, I’m honored to have her as my guest on The Be Ruthless Show.
Ashley Perkins, PharmD, is a mental health advocate with a background as a pharmacist and educator. She graduated from Butler University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 2008 and is currently in the Ed program at Marshall University, with a focus on curriculum and instruction. In March of 2020, with John Bollinger, she formed We Matter Too, Inc. which focuses on helping those with mental health issues and mental disorders through first-person narratives of experience.
On todays episode, we discuss a LOT of things, including what you can ask your pharmacist, the benefits of sharing - especially when you’re trained NOT to share, your rights, and more. Ashley also discusses We Matter Too, Inc and her book, I Matter Too - which absolutely everyone needs to read!!
Connect with Dr. Ashley at:
https://www.drashleyperkins.com/
wemattertoo.org
Buy the book:
https://www.amazon.com/I-Matter-Too-Ashley-Perkins/dp/B0B6XX2ZNY
Listen to her Ted Talk
https://www.ted.com/talks/ashley_perkins_mental_disease_empower_others_by_sharing_your_story
Do you ever send out little hints hoping that someone will just read between the lines? Or say something when you’re hurt or angry hoping for a certain response?
Maybe it’s been the other way around and you’ve had someone communicate this way with you.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share 5 real life examples of communication mishaps - as well as the alternative, healthier ways to communicate.
I talk about why it’s so important to mean what you say and say what you mean - for yourself AND for others in your life.
Sexy Pizza in Fort Collins is my new favorite Pizza - and I’ve never eaten it before!
After a patron was found unconscious in the bathroom, the owner decided to do more. He now provides medical training for his staff, specifically training on how to use and administer Narcan, a nasal spray given to overdose patients.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why I’m a fan. Too many people are afraid to seek help because they fear consequences. Proactive measures, like Narcan, save lives AND raise awareness.
Thank you, Sexy Pizza, for making a difference!
I had the craziest migraine last week, and Dallas knew before I did. For Real!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I get a little personal. I talk about living alone in a new area and how something as simple as a migraine can become overwhelming.
I discuss how Sassy and Dallas keep me going when, truth be told, without them it would be easy to neglect myself and my needs.
I say all the time that we live in this fast paced world. Healing isn’t fast. It’s not linear. It’s ongoing.
What do you think of when you hear Domestic Violence? Something physical?
Verbal abuse is just as dangerous and often overlooked. On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, my guest discusses all of this, and more.
Susan Omilian is an attorney, author and motivational speaker who has worked to end violence against women for the last forty years. With the death of her nineteen-year-old niece Maggie, killed in 1999 by her ex-boyfriend, Susan’s work became more personal and immediate. She vowed to help victims move on after abuse as Maggie could not. She is the originator and facilitator of My Avenging Angel WorkshopsTM based on the idea that “living well is the best revenge.”
Since 2001, her free workshops have helped hundreds of survivors take the journey beyond abuse from victim to survivor to thriver. Susan’s innovative seven-step motivational model follows the three stages of recovery from trauma developed by Dr. Judith Herman, a psychiatrist best known for developing the diagnosis of complex PTSD.
Prior to this work, Susan founded a sexual assault crisis center, worked as a courtroom victim advocate and represented domestic violence victims as an attorney in divorce cases. She also led psycho-educational groups for male domestic violence offenders for fifteen years.
You can connect with Susan at Susan@ThriverZone.com
http://www.thriverzone.com/
On Saturday, we had a huge event in The Mental Health Community. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I celebrate this and go more in depth about how we can all take advantage of 988.
For informed about Relief From Grief, contact me at sam@samantharuth.com
To donate to Whole Lotta Love: The James Lincoln Ruth Foundation click here: https://gofund.me/a00bc584
Email nominations for The 2022 Jim Ruth Award to sam@samantharuth.com
CBS6 Albany's Heather Kovar was suspended after appearing disheveled, slurring, and calling the weather anchor the wrong name on the Saturday evening news.
Kovar lost her father in May and after time off to mourn his loss, she returned to a grueling schedule. It’s a position millions of people face every single day.
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I dig deeper and discuss how much grief impacts our health. I talk about the confusion, the difficulty sleeping, the inability to focus…. The “invisibles.”
I also talk about how we can do better - for each other and for ourselves!
My Relief From Grief Live Workshop on the evening of July 19th has a few remaining spots that you can register for here.
Join my fundraising team for teens struggling with their mental health here.
Mental Health Matters.
People are struggling. Everywhere. The world is full of chaos and uncertainty. So thank you Shawn Mendes!
On Friday, Mendes postponed his current tour “until further notice” so that he can concentrate on his mental health. He talked about how touring post Covid is much more difficult than it used to be.
Again - thank you. We’re all struggling and readjusting. And we need to talk about the fact that it’s difficult!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share my own struggles as well the tools I use to get through them.
I also discuss important upcoming events:
First up on July 19th, 6 pm MST, Relief From Grief, our powerful free live workshop is back and it has a few spots remaining. Register here.
Secondly we are hosting on September 10th a walk and fundraiser for Whole Lotta Love: The James Lincoln Ruth Foundation.
Donate to our cause for supporting teenagers experiencing mental health concerns here.
You can also join us for the in person walk in Fort Collins, Colorado or attend virtually. Confirm your spot (s) by emailing sam@samantharuth.com with the subject line "walk for teens".
Well being…. what does it mean?
People talk about physical well being. People talk about emotional well being. And people talk about spiritual well being.
Most conversations separate these categories when in reality, they’re all connected. Our emotions impact our health. Our health impacts our emotions. And on and on it goes.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, my guest Monica Heiz talks more about these inter connections.
Monica is a new breed of career women. A heart centered entrepreneur. Through the power of physical, mental and emotional well being, Monica grounded into a state of well being, where health and wealth find balance.
From learning to overcome, and manage the loss of her parents, her family, complete her college degree, becoming a top level Group Fitness Instructor in NYC, an elite level athlete, Monica made it her job to redefine and re-establish health and well being. “So much of the work comes from the mental and emotional components”, she says.
These aren’t skills you can learn in school or through a certification, they’re experiential. You must experience them to teach them with emotional intelligence and intellectual stimulation. You must have a context in how they feel, how to feel them, to relate to others.
The power in them is the ability to create change. Lifestyle is a series of choices and decisions. There is no quick fix. It takes practices, habits, re-reinforcement and support.
In understanding her own self, Monica has created a series of programs to support physical, mental and emotional well- being and health. Confidence, courage, good boundaries, self esteem are all built through health and well-being.
Monica Holds a B.S. Degree in Nutrition and Fitness from Florida State University and she is a National Aerobic Champion. You can connect with her at monicaheiz.com
Happy July. Happy 4th! I can’t believe it’s The 4th Season of The Be Ruthless Show! Thank You for your support!! I wouldn’t be here without all of you.
In addition to upcoming workshops and fundraisers, on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why you need to hire an expert.
All of my newest clients have had the worst experiences….. including un-returned calls, the inability to get appointments, lack of collaboration with important family members, and on and on it goes.
It doesn’t have to be that way, but most people don’t know they have more options. Newsflash: You Absolutely Do!
Upcoming workshops:
1. Relief From Grief Workshop is back by popular demand, happening live July 12th 2022.
You can register for Relief From Grief easily online here: https://samantharuth.com/workshop
- For more info about Survive and Thrive happening August 2nd email sam@samantharuth.com
3.I am excited to share that I am fundraising for the Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation (CKG). One teen out of every five suffers from mental illness, yet less than 33% get help. Together, we can change that.
For more information on joining or donating to The Be Ruthless Show Team Walk for CKG in September, email sam@samantharuth.com
Being part of The Canfield Family has been the biggest gift. I honestly don’t know where I’d be without these people. These experiences. These friendships.
These stories.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, Aanchal Vash joins me as I celebrate her book, Ongoing Success and Wellbeing (available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4CXHPKN/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_53YET9T0F7KQD4T5XT9M_2)
Aanchal is a 2x international bestselling author and 3x award-winning thought leader. In 2022, she was recognized as the 'Top 10 Indian Women Leaders in Canada' by Women Entrepreneur India. Her passion for creating impact radiates through her personality and her relentless advocacy for social work. She was born in India, raised in Nigeria, and is now a citizen of Canada. She has been relentless in her pursuit of being financially independent ever since her childhood. After the passing of her twin brother, Tushar, by suicide, she became mental health first aid certified and realized the need for basic mental health education in her community. She is also a Certified Canfield Success Trainer and has made it her mission to help people improve their well-being while achieving continued success.
She is the founder of Reach Out Together Foundation and this conversation is one you just can’t miss!
To connect with Aanchal, visit www.AanchalVash.com or https://reachouttogether.com/
There is so much that we’re just not taught about healthy communication. Key word: healthy!
There are aggressive communication styles. Passive communication styles.
And oh my, the passive aggressive communication styles
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I make it very simple. I talk about listening to understand. Period.
Not listening to respond.
Not listening to correct.
Not listening to judge.
Listening to understand. It’s crucial for healthy relationships - including your relationship with yourself!!
What comes to mind when you think about therapy? About anxiety?
So many people I talk to have huge misconceptions, so on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I’m getting into it with my guest, Laurie Singer.
Laurie is a licensed Psychotherapist and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who heads Laurie Singer Behavioral Services in Camarillo, CA.
Over the last 20 years, she and her team have used an uncommon, integrated Behavioral and Cognitive therapy strategy to help those facing a wide variety of mental health issues.
Laurie is also an accomplished and decorated endurance athlete. She was a recent inductee in to the Ventura Sports Hall of Fame and has competed in more than 100 marathons in addition to many ultra-marathons and Ironman triathlons.
Laurie also recently released her first book, You’re Not Crazy: Living with Anxiety, Obsessions and Fetishes, which brings readers in to the therapy room and provides a workbook to help individuals serve as their own therapist.
Connect with Laurie at lauriesingerbehavioral.com or Yourenotcrazybook.com
I’m having sooooo much fun with my family! But, once again, I’m blown away by the differences between Colorado and Michigan’s mental health care.
We should all be uniting together to make the world a better place! I truly don’t understand and this is part of what I discuss on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show.
I also share some family funnies and just wait until you hear about my arm
So many people in this world are suffering, whether it’s physical pain, a major transition, or even a loss. What do these things all have in common?
They’re invisible.
We need to talk more about healing, and you know I’m all about natural healing methods. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Catherine
Gagnon, is an Emotional Alchemist Mind-Body Healing Practitioner and Master NLP Transformational Health Coach who works with people who
are tired of being tired and worried.
She can hear, see and feel the emotional and physical "energy leaks" in people and Catherine helps them "plug" these leaks. As a result, her
clients regain sustained physical/emotional energy, recover faster from illnesses, attain mental clarity, self-confidence, feel more at peace with
themselves and are happier in their relationships.
Catherine is a hang glider pilot certified as an applied neurosciences practitioner and also holds a Nurse Practitioner diploma!
She's currently pursuing a doctorate in Natural Medicine and studying the Ancient Wisdom of Siddha Veda that stems from Ayurvedic medicine.
Connect with Catherine at http://www.catherinegagnon.ca/
Book a discovery call: https://calendly.com/catgagnon/discoverysessiondecouverte
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19 year old Tik Tok Star Cooper Noriega was found deceased in his car on Friday, hours after posting about dying young.
This in the same week that Jack and Kristina Wagner’s son, Harrison (27 years old) was found deceased in his car after posting "Focus. YOU are left with YOU and your thoughts."
It was reported yesterday that Harrison lost his battle with addiction, while the cause of death for Cooper has not yet been determined (or announced).
On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how scarily similar these two situations are and why I’m so concerned.
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, or anything for that matter, trusted resources are:
sam@samantharuth.com
National Alliance On Mental Illness
www.nami.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-8255
I’m so honored to have Jay Shifman on The Be Ruthless Show today. Jay is a passionate soul making noise maker who is breaking stigmas by sharing his own story.
Jay Shifman is an open book. A vulnerable storyteller and stigma-destroying speaker, podcaster, and event host, Jay’s story of struggle is familiar to the millions of people the world over who also struggle with issues of mental health, substance misuse, and addiction. The survivor of two suicide attempts and an overdose and now in long-term recovery, it is Jay’s mission to encourage difficult conversations and honest education concerning these and similar struggles.
Jay founded his company, Choose Your Struggle, in 2015 with two distinct goals: ending stigma and promoting honest and fact-based education around the topics of Mental Health, Substance Misuse & Recovery, and Drug Use & Policy. Looking to make these conversations even more accessible, Jay launched the Choose Your Struggle podcast in early 2020. In Spring, 2022, Choose Your Struggle dropped Made It, Season 1: Stay Savage, a serial-style podcast documentary on Sarah Laurel and the Philadelphia Harm Reduction organization Savage Sisters.
A fervent believer in radical honesty and the simple fact that neither struggle nor recovery should be treated as a one-size fits all experience, Jay uses his voice, and his platforms to educate, entertain, and empower.
Holding a BA in Psychology from Northern Kentucky University and with over a decade of lived and professional experience in the field, Jay has put in numerous hours of independent learning acquiring certifications in mental health, substance misuse and addiction, and drug policy. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife, Lauren, and their dog, Nell.
For more information, visit: https://jay.campsite.bio/ or find him on your favorite social media platform.
I know there are dishonest people in the world - but this latest story disgusts me at my core.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss a company that specifically takes advantage of people who have experienced a loss. As if the loss itself isn’t enough!
It’s a must listen - because in this world, we all need to know and be prepared.
Reach out anytime at sam@samantharuth.com
Abortion. Divorce. Living together before marriage. Therapy. The list of things stigmatized in this world goes on. And on.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Rebekah George (LMHC), shares her story of saying Goodbye to Shame!
Rebekah has helped people from all walks of life overcome fear, addiction, limiting beliefs, low self esteem, anxiety, depression and more. She worked in several roles over the past 15 years, but they all centered around helping others to overcome obstacles in their life that impedes their ability to grow.
Rebekah approaches things with the knowledge of both the therapeutic world as well as the coaching/mentoring world. She is committed to helping others find their purpose and feel as though they are living an empowered and fulfilled life!
On today’s episode, Rebekah shares her story of leaving a toxic marriage, moving across the country, and losing more than 100 pounds. Tune in to listen now, and connect with Rebekah at:
https://www.sheaLrvisioncoaching.com/
The country went through a lot last week, and it’s important to not only acknowledge that but to deal with it. We live in a world that focuses more on moving on than it does on discussing how we feel.
And people have been traumatized. That’s not something you can just move on from. So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how we can all be more supportive of each other’s feelings.
I discuss the different reactions you might see, as well as what to do when you see them. It’s an episode that everyone needs to hear.
Tune in now: samantharuth.com/podcast
So many people are walking around with pain, whether it’s physical pain, emotional pain, or both. The world focuses on pushing through rather than pausing and addressing the issue.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I speak with Simone Fortier who is known for her deep intuitive understanding of the root cause of pain coupled with her vast knowledge of human anatomy and the lymphatic, cranial, and trigger point systems.
We discuss the relationship between the brain and pain. This is an episode you can’t miss. Tune in here: and see below for the link to the assessment we discuss!
More About Simone:
A highly regarded lecturer, teacher, and innovative fascia therapist, Simone is also the author of two books: How to Beat Brain Burps (an exercise-based way for children to ignite all facets of their brain for streamlined learning) and Gaining Control Over Pain which contains eleven secret healing therapies that patients can practice in their own time.
Simone sees the bigger picture works backwards. Knowing that treating the symptom of a problem will lead to continuous treatments without resolution, she teaches to get to the root cause of the problem to create permanent change. Sought after in the four corners of the world, Simone's mission has always been to help people. Now, with her expertise in high demand, she travels the world to share her knowledge with Health Practitioners and Advanced strength Coaches so that their clients and athletes will have access to true fascia therapy and the ability to find real brain boosting and pain healing solutions in their own locations.
This is an episode you can’t miss. See below for the link to the assessment we discuss!
Website : simonefortier.com
Assessment:
https://www.fasciatraininginstitute.com/product/brain-health-assessment/
The gunman in the recent mass shooting in Buffalo was evaluated in the past - and admittedly told professionals what they wanted to hear. He mocked that his evaluation lasted all of 15-20 minutes.
We can do better. As professionals but also as people. It’s our responsibility. Lives are at stake.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss HOW we can do better - as parents, as professionals, as people. I discuss the significance of creating a safe space, as well as the significance of enlisting a strong team
Tune into listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
Millions of people in the world are impacted by suicide every single day. We need to be having all the conversations - so people struggling know they’re not alone. So the world can be more educated and more understanding. So we can make changes happen.
Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show is doing her part to help teens and their families have the conversations. Melanie Brown is the Owner of Healing Hearts and Homes and Teens Alive, dedicated to Teen Suicide Prevention. Everything she does is around the healing of family and relationships... including Healing your relationship with yourself!
Melanie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
To learn more or connect with Melanie, visit healingheartsandhomes.com or call her at (801) 548-3017.
Tune in to hear our conversation now: samantharuth.com/podcast
Loss is traumatic - that much the world understands. But there is so much still undiscussed about loss. Because it’s uncomfortable.
But here’s the deal. It’s part of the healing process. It needs to be talked about it so more people start to understand.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss secondary losses- the losses experienced after the initial loss. I have more people registered for Relief From Grief than ever before, and one of the themes I’m noticing is that most are struggling with secondary losses.
Tune in to listen here samantharuth.com/podcast and you can sign up for Relief From Grief here: samantharuth.com/workshop.
There are stigmas surrounding substance abuse. And there are even stigmas surrounding traits such as jealousy…. which means we need to be having the conversations - not avoiding them!
Joining me on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show is Shanenn Bryant. Shanenn is a certified life coach focused on self-worth, confidence and one of the few who helps others overcome extreme jealousy in relationships.
She is also the host of a self-improvement podcast called Top Self, helping childhood trauma survivors by providing tips, tools and resources from experts in their field, to turn their struggles into successes.
Tune in to hear our conversation now: samantharuth.com/podcast and to connect with Shannen, visit https://www.yourtopself.com/
I continue hearing stories about drugs laced with fentanyl and the tragedies that follow. Ohio State University announced that two students were hospitalized after taking fake adderol: adderal laced with fentanyl. One died, one has been released from the hospital, and one is in intensive care.
We NEED to do something. We Need to have the conversations rather than avoiding conversations. And on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, l do just that.
Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
On Monday, 5/2/22, James Madison University announced that they will be canceling the rest of the softball season after the death by suicide of star player, Lauren Bernett.
This is the 3rd division one female collegiate athlete death by suicide in the past two months. Yes - in the past two months.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss five very important lessons we can learn from JMU. My deepest condolences to The Bernett Family. Sending love during this traumatic time.
Tune in to listen now!
PS I discussed Naomi Judd’s death and accidentally said Amy Judd. My apologies!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss why Mental Health Awareness Month matters. I discuss ways you can show your support.
You never know who is dealing a mental health issue… unless they choose to tell you. In this judgmental world, the stigma stops so many from getting the help they deserve.
Raising awareness can change that! Tune in to listen: samantharuth.com/podcast
Joining me on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show is Jenna Parkany. Jenna is a young, female entrepreneur who knows the significance and power of resilience. After losing her older brother tragically in a house fire in 2017, she learned quickly how impactful that experience would be on the trajectory of her life. A sophomore in college at the time, Jenna was determined to find the greater purpose for the pain she was experiencing and realized her dreams were very much worth chasing. After college, Jenna moved from the midwest to Central Florida and landed her dream job. When that job ended due to the pandemic, she was left with no choice but to be resilient again. Two years later, Jenna owns her own digital marketing company, where she helps business owners share their unique experiences and stories with the world.
Jenna and I discuss the healing process, including the importance of letting new people into your life and being your true self rather than hiding your grief.
Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
It’s National Youth Violence Prevention Week - and it’s got me thinking…. we don’t teach kids healthy outlets for their anger. But we need to!
So on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss ten appropriate ways to cope with anger. Because being angry makes you human - not wrong. It’s how you deal with the anger that matters.
Tune in now: samantharuth.com/podcast
Laura Gmeinder is an award-winning entrepreneur, International Coach Federation certified business and life coach and national speaker.
Her story? She survived a quarter life crisis, made friends with her fear, set a few goals to help her leave her corporate HR job (after 14 years) and set out to make an impact in the world. Her entrepreneurial spirit has led her to start several businesses including Laura Gmeinder Coaching & Consulting. She has been recognized as an InBusiness Magazine “40 Under 40”, honored for her business savvy and civic contributions, and a BRAVA magazine “Woman to Watch” a nod to her 20 years of women’s leadership and empowerment work.
Laura strives to live an interesting life; the above was accomplished in the spirit of “Do one thing every day that scares you.”
At an event this past weekend, someone told me that I “don’t really look Jewish.” What does that even mean? What makes it ok to even say this?
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss how to turn these comments into conversations.
Tune in to listen now at samantharuth.com/podcast
Joining me on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show is Jennifer Mariani, Author of soon to be released poetry book: All Forgotten Now. (http://www.offtopicpublishing.com/books)
Jennifer was born and raised in
Harare, Zimbabwe. Jennifer writes about Africa; both the landscape and being white in post-independent Zimbabwe. She also writes about domestic violence, body image and eating disorders. She is passionate about sharing her eating disorder recovery with others and is currently working on a poetry
collection on the subject.
Jennifer currently resides in Calgary, Alberta with her two daughters, three cats and numerous volumes of Pablo Neruda's poetry. She teaches ballet and her favorite poems are written for her children.
Jennifer bravely shares her story of living with anorexia and bulimia and I am so unbelievably grateful. So many people suffer in silence, and Jennifer and I discuss how important it is to let others in.
Tune in now to hear our full conversation - samantharuth.com/podcast
We live in this world where success is often measured by performance. By outcomes.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I talk about Tiger Woods’s performance in the 2022 Masters. Some might see his 18th place finish as a loss. I see it as the biggest victory of his life.
Tune in now to hear why!
I really can’t believe today is the 100th episode of The Be Ruthless Show. Thank you ❤️
I’m unbelievably proud of myself - and it feels so gooood. So I devoted todays episode to this… and the fact that, once again, it’s not something we’re taught.
It’s important to be proud of yourself - and I discuss all the reasons why, as well as how you can increase your feelings of pride. Tune in now!
My dad had a crazy cut on his leg that ended up requiring surgery. My mom didn’t tell me until AFTER the surgery 😤
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the role reversal that happens as the children become the parents.
Have you been there?
How do you have the conversations with a defensive or sensitive parent? Parents: how can ease this process together?
I discuss all this and more (including a HUGE announcement!) so tune in now!
sam@samantharuth.com
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, co-author of Faces of Mental Illness: For Anxiety, Nina Acosta joins me.
We discuss the ups, the downs, and everything in between. We got so caught up in our conversation, we didn’t even get to discussing Nina’s anxiety and her upcoming chapter. She’ll be back another time to dive into all that - so stay tuned to follow her journey.
About Nina:
Nina Acosta is the founder of Transcend the Light. She helps women step into their power and create a life they truly desire! Her methodology combines psychology, science and the woo-woo. Her deepest desire is to guide others to rediscover their most authentic self! She believes the key to creating the bad a** life vou love starts with you being connected to the core of your purpose and what you stand for!
Learn more and connect with Nina at transcendthelight.com and tune in to hear our episode now!
I made it!!
Todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show is coming to you from Fort Collins, Colorado. And my move couldn’t have come at a better time.
There was ANOTHER fire in Boulder on Saturday and I’m telling you - if I was still there, I would have lost my mind.
On today’s episode, I discuss all of this and more. Tune in to listen now!
Miami Beach has implemented a curfew after a shooting incident this past weekend. Mind you - the curfew is only Thursday through Sunday. But it’s something. It’s a start.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss things we can do to prevent more of these incidents. I discuss the conversations. I discuss the questions. I discuss the options.
Tune in to listen!
Did you know that the average age kids experiment with alcohol and drugs is 13? THIRTEEN.
Or that 50% of all suicides, and over 50% of all violent crimes, involve alcohol and/or drugs?
I could give you more data, but that doesn’t tell us WHY people turn to alcohol and drugs.
There are several categories people who use fall into, and this information is more useful than the facts provided above.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss these different categories as well as why they matter. I discuss the conversations you can have with friends, loved ones, and YOURSELF.
Tune in to listen now!
Millions of people all over the world are dealing with loss. And there are so many different types of loss. We aren’t taught the significance of dealing with loss, let alone how!
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the significance! I discuss my SHOUT Five Step Guide to Healing … YOUR WAY.
Tune in to listen now and be sure to join me on March 22nd for my Relief From Grief Live Workshop where I’ll walk you through all five of the SHOUT steps!
Register here: samantharuth.com/workshop
I can’t talk about Spring Break without thinking about the FRIENDS episode: Spring Break or Spring Break Woo Hoo 😂
And in today’s world - it’s all Spring Break Woo Hoo. So parents and young adults, listen up!! Communication is everything.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I address the importance of making sure that you’re young adult has someone to turn to if they’re uneasy coming to you! And young adults, don’t fret! I also discuss what your parents can do to make it easier for you to come to them - with anything!
Tune in to listen now!
The Donor Alliance has been a huge part of my healing journey. Through them, I connected with Jim’s organ recipients which has been such a beautiful gift.
One particular relationship impacts my life every single day. In more ways than I ever could have imagined.
Tune in now to hear more!
People are struggling as the situation in The Ukraine continues. Understandably so!
But most people are judging themselves for such struggles, even though they’re not judging others. We’re our biggest critics!
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the importance of NOT judging. I share coping skills you can implement today to help you through these, and any, difficult times!
Tune in to listen now!
I had a bit of a meltdown yesterday, and I’m so grateful. It reminded me of so many good things that come from meltdowns.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss some of these benefits. I also address the clues you can look for so you allow yourself to Let It Out!
March is Self Harm Awareness Month and keeping things bottled up inside and getting too busy with life is a form of self harm.
Listen now as part of your self care ❤️
“If you really do that, I’ll stop talking to you.”
“I can’t believe you’re bringing this up with everything I’m going through.”
And the phrase that got me thinking about this episode: “Your therapist is steering you in the wrong direction.”
Emotional blackmail comes in many shapes and sizes, but whatever shape and size that is….. It’s Unhealthy!
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss different types of emotional blackmail as well as how to use this information as your armor.
As we head into March, which is Self Harm Awareness Month, pay attention to your emotional well being. Self harm isn’t just physical!
Listen to the full episode now and please leave a review.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my life and an unexpected upcoming MAJOR change.
Ferris Bueller said it best: Life moves pretty fast!
Much of the time, too fast for me! I’ve learned who helps relieve stress, as well as who adds to it!! And in this episode, I also discuss how to use this information to define your boundaries.
Tune in to listen now!
JUST before I recorded this episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I received a call I get way too often. “My therapist isn’t responding,” or “My therapist told me to…” It really infuriates me on YOUR behalf.
These people work for YOU so it’s critical to evaluate whether or not they’re meeting your needs.
After this mini rant, I discuss National Eating Disorder Awareness Week and why it matters.
Tune in to listen now!
What image comes to mind when you hear The W word? Until I lost Jim, I pictured someone older…. much older.
Widows are one of the faster growing groups in the world. As well as one of
the least talked about groups.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss my top 3 reasons that being a widow is more crushing than you’ll ever imagine!
I hope this episode raises awareness and helps you understand what we widows go through… each and every day.
When is the last time you experienced peer pressure? Or witnessed peer pressure?
I see it all the time. With people of all ages and in all stages of life. Maybe the word pressure is misleading. People are more likely nudged. Encouraged. Tempted.
On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share tips you can use when dealing with peer pressure. These are tips I use both personally and with my clients… of all ages!
Tune in now!
Most people hear ADHD and think of a rowdy child. But ADHD, like anything else, looks different for everyone.
Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Jill Avey, shares her story of a later in life ADHD diagnosis and the relief that came with it!
Jill Avey helps senior leaders develop so they can lead teams most effectively and grow to their full potential. She does this by supporting clients to cultivate their strengths, empower their teams, and deliver better business outcomes as a result.
“How are you?” is a widely used conversation starter. What no one mentions is that hearing this can be stressful for many.
After losing Jim, I’d think “How do you think I am?” while muttering some other, more polite response.
I know everyone asking means well. 1000%! I just want you to be aware that it honestly can be a difficult question.
On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss this as well as things to say instead.
Register to the Relief From Grief Workshop here - samantharuth.com/workshop
Addiction is a topic that needs to be talked about more. Today’s guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Lisa Kelly, authentically shares her story of struggles as well as how she has overcome them!
Lisa Kelly is a 'Mentor In The Art of Living Your Dreams'. With certification under Gabby Bernstein and Mike Dooley, Lisa finds joy in inspiring others to find the courage to make the inner changes necessary for external transformation. With a focus on mindset, spiritual health, and accountability, she loves helping people understand how powerful they truly are, harness their infinite potential and say YES to an extraordinary life!
Learn more about Lisa: https://lisakelly.life/about/
I speak about listening to your body and trusting the universe all of the time. The “woo woo” stuff. But how do you even do that? What if the people you trust the most have conflicting beliefs?
In todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss all of this - and more! Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
You are worth it!!
Todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show, Rachael Poffenroth, shares her story of falling apart…which ultimately resulted in her complete transformation.
Rachael shares her perspective on worth vs wealth and more!!
Rachael is an expert on how to become irresistibly magnetic to your goals and dreams. Because you don’t attract what you want in life, you attract what you believe about yourself. She is on a mission to re-invent Mental Health ideologies with “uncommon” knowledge, as she lovingly guides her clients to re- connect to the Truth of who they are so they can fully enjoy the human experience.
Tune in to listen now: samantharuth.com/podcast
Links:
Website | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook
After a major fall on the ice last week, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about safety - especially for those of us who live alone. So on todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss measures we can take to improve our safety.
Tune in to hear more.
Todays guest, Dr. Kevin Payne, shares his inspiring story. No matter where you are in life, you truly need to hear his perspective. It will help you in some way, I absolutely guarantee.
Dr. Kevin Payne is a social psychologist, entrepreneur, author & skydiver — and he’s doing it all with MS. When he lost everything he cared about, he decided to rebuild his life by facing the fear of his uncooperative body in the air and becoming a skydiver. 600 jumps later (and counting), he found his home in the sky.
Born from a decade of research, Your Life, Lived Well is his labor of love: a book, a podcast, a curriculum of classes, organizational services, and a technology — they all support those whose lives have been touched by chronic illness. There’s no one answer to living well, but Dr. Payne is committed to showing you the practical tools you can use to build the life you want
I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about the differences between grief and depression. I devoted today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show to answering these important questions.
I want to point out that if you’re concerned about yourself or a friend/loved one, it’s never wrong to express those feelings. It’s a sign of love.
And it can never hurt to get more support - whether or not it’s depression!
My guest on today’s episode is the Creator and CEO of Human Better 365, a human transformation company!
Sabrina Victoria focuses on time management and organization as the foundations of life. These values have helped her successfully create and run several other businesses, including…
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Her Version Podcast
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Envision Your Best Life 90-Day Planner
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Catapult Your Life in 365 Days
Equally important, Sabrina has overcome a traumatic childhood and left a toxic relationship to build an extremely successful life for herself and her son.
Join me for a fascinating conversation with Sabrina - “The Queen of Time”
If you want to check out any of Sabrina’s positive work, I’ve included links below:
- www.sabrinavictoria.com
- www.herversion.life
- www.sobersociety.solutions
- www.humanbetter365.com
Anxiety continues to rise through the Covid Pandemic. While the world focuses on what the individuals struggling can do, today I discuss what the rest of the world can do to be better educated and supportive for these people struggling.
I share a recent encounter I had with some Colorado teachers who, like me, wont take no for an answer.
Tune in to The Be Ruthless Show to hear more.
I can’t wait for you to meet my guest today on the podcast!
Laura is one of our wonderful Faces Of Mental Illness co-authors, she is also a support group facilitator, professional photographer and teacher, mental health advocate, and a certified speaker for NAMI.
Join is for a raw and honest chat, including how the National Alliance for Mental Illness can provide valuable support for you and your family.
Happy 2022 Everyone!! It’s Season 3 of The Be Ruthless Show & I’m starting it off with a bang. In todays episode, I discuss the world we’re living in, with shootings, Covid cases, and natural disasters happening on a regular basis.
And people still aren’t having these vital conversations. What’s the difference between protecting your children and protecting them to the point of causing harm? How do you discuss these real life issues with your kids?
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 the year ahead.
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 getting sober, clearing out the chaos in her life, and learning to follow her gut.
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 reshaping both the message and the messenger within the mental health space.
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 Stigma to Health”
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 shares her personal journey through a story titled “The Secret That Could Destroy Us All.”
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 me, you are going to love this episode.
Website: samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth
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 Email: sam@samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth FB group: Griefhab
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: Griefhab
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 an out of the box thinker.
Website: amylewissolutions.com
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.youcanteatlove.com Amazon: Flowers: An Adult Coloring Book (You Can't Eat Love Coloring Books)
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 Eric on LinkedIn as well as his new website, www.translateacademia.com
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 Group: Holistic Fertility Coach
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: /unmaskinghope Instagram: @unmaskinghope
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 you question that.
YOU are the boss. YOU decide who you work with. Therapists work for YOU.
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 labels.
Facebook: Parenting Teens That Struggle App: Brabapp.com Podcast: Beyond Risk & Back
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 difference between mental health and mental illness. Website: samantharuth.com
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.
Website: www.sammiewalker.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammiemlwalker/
Today on The Be Ruthless Show I am talking about the inspiring message behind the Free Britney Spears movement.
Your voice is powerful. Listen to it more. Trust it more. Don't be afraid to use it.
Silence is the enemy.
Website: samantharuth.com Email: sam@samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth FB group: Griefhab
It's now Episode 26 of Season 2 entitled The FemiNinja with my special guest Cheryl Ilov.
Cheryl Ilov is a physical therapist, martial artist, dancer, and Feldenkrais practitioner. With over 20 years as a physical therapist in private practice, Cheryl has helped thousands of clients recover from pain and injuries by integrating the science of physical therapy with somatic movement.
Website: www.cherylilov.com
In today’s episode, I sit down with Misti Patrella, a Transformational Business Coach to discuss a crucial topic I am really passionate about…
The Anti-Hustle!
Misti and I discuss a healthier alternative to hustle culture where you don’t have to burn out and crash to run a successful business or live a successful life.
Tune in to today's podcast and be sure to leave a review!
You can connect with Misti through: Website: coachmisti.com FB Page: CoachMisti IG: @mistipatrella
In today’s episode, I am talking openly and honestly about a topic I don’t often speak about...
Medication.
I often speak about alternatives to medication but today I want to break the stigmas and preconceived notions surrounding medication. I discuss when and why medication can be a helpful tool to improve your mental health.
There are times when medication is absolutely the best option. No one should struggle more than they already are when there are solutions available.
In today’s episode, I address a serious issue I wish nobody had to experience. I want to talk about the type of bullying and abuse that we don’t see bruises or marks from, but one that leaves internal marks that last even longer...
I share valuable tools to help you block out the negativity. I also discuss why we should all think twice before we click send or post.
Tune in to today's podcast and be sure to leave a review!
website: www.samantharuth.com
In today’s episode, I discuss something so unbelievably important: Living Life YOUR WAY. This is something we discuss with children, but we forget that it’s as important, if not more, for adults!
When we live a life without joy, when we live out of alignment with our true passions, we experience discontent. We can avoid this by consistently asking ourselves the important questions:
Who am I doing this for? Why am I doing this? What do I TRULY want?
Website: www.samantharuth.com
Today’s episode with my beautiful guest Raina Sweeney, shares her experience with anxiety and depression.
Raina talks about the importance of learning how to love and trust yourself, learning what your boundaries are, and learning how to accept your anxiety so you can have open and honest conversations about anxiety with the people around you.
Website: www.rainasweeney.com Facebook Page: @RainaSweeneyCoaching LinkedIn: @rainasweeney Youtube: Raina Sweeney
Today I have a very special guest: Kimberly Baca, she is a Holistic Health Strategist.
In today's episode, Kimberly shares her success strategies for those seeking true and lasting health and creating a specific and actionable plan to have a healthy lifestyle.
Be sure to leave a review! Send a picture of your review to sam@samantharuth.com and you’ll be entered in my September Raffle!
Facebook Group: @healthempoweredtribe Facebook Page: @kimberly.macbaca Instagram: @naked_veganista
Today is a special episode of #TheBeRuthlessShow and I want to wish everyone an extra special Jimtember. I’m devoting this episode to Jim… the most amazing man. Jim would be 50 on Sep 7th and I want to honor and celebrate him in every way. Tune in to today's podcast and be sure to leave a review! Take a picture of your review and send it to me at sam@samantharuth.com and you’ll be entered in my September raffle for a special gift!
Event: Ask Sam (September 28th): samantharuth.com/ask-
Welcome to another solo episode of #TheBeRuthlessShow.
There are so many things out of our control that happen every single day. There are also things we do have control over. And by recognizing that and accepting responsibility, we can take more control of our lives.
Tune in to today's podcast and be sure to leave a review! Want to win a free Ruthless gift? Take a picture of your review and send it to sam@samantharuth.com. You’ll automatically be entered into the upcoming September raffl
In today's episode I talk about people who get taken advantage of and ways to avoid this happening to you.
We have rights as human beings. We deserve conversations and explanations. We are not powerless.
I invite you for my upcoming event, Ask Sam. Last Tuesday of the month at 6 PM MST, 5 PM PST, and 7 PM EST. If I don't have the answers, I will help you find them.
Register here for August 31st: https://samantharuth.com/ask-sam
website: samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth
In this episode I talk about one of Jim’s favorite sayings - Everyone's An Expert 😂 There is never a shortage of opinions in this world, and today I discuss the importance of listening to ourselves!
I want you to hear that YOU KNOW YOU BEST and when you start to listen to your voice, you prove to yourself that you're right! You can start to recognize it and do it more often.
website: samantharuth.com email: sam@samantharuth.com IG: @samanthamruth FB group: Griefhab
Today I have a very special guest, Chris Holter. She is the founder of Chris Holter Consulting to senior executives with a comprehensive experience as a global executive leader.
In today's episode, Chris talks about being UNIQUELY YOU. She explains that being yourself and recognizing that you don't need acceptance from others is the path to living life to your potential. By doing this, Chris says, you'll find the right people that appreciate you, accept you, and love you.
Website: chris-holter.com
Today's episode I want to bring some awareness to things I deal with on a far too regular basis.
I received an email from my tiny neighborhood about an end of summer party. However, I don’t fall into any of the categories listed which include kids, parents, and couples.
This resulted in an amazing conversation with the woman who sent the email.
Most people do care and want to meet our needs. It’s up to us to let people know what those needs include.
website: samantharuth.com
In this episode, Gianna shares her traumatic experience being hit by a drunk driver and her journey to survive and heal.
We discuss not being ashamed of your feelings as well as how to discuss these feelings with others.
Why? Because if we avoid these feelings, they show up in other unhealthy ways.
Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B09251NBBX Websites: giannamauceri.com msha.ke/giannamauceri
In this episode, Nikita shares her story of living with chronic illness. We discuss the importance of allowing ourselves to grieve the life that is no longer - whether that’s due to a death, illness, move, or circumstance.
Don’t suffer alone or in silence. Finding others who understand is a part of your healing process.
Tune in to today's podcast and be sure to leave a review!
Instagram: @thrivewithnikita Free Workshop: https://www.subscribepage.com/thecreativebusinessalignworkshop
My guests for today’s show are two amazing women: Libby Rapin and Lisa Thompson. They are the co-founders of BluWave Wellbeing, a certified women-owned business.
In this episode, Libby and Lisa talk about how people can transform their lives with a playful mindset. It's about being open-minded.
We must learn how to create tiny habits that can help manage our stress or support our mental fitness.
Website: www.bluwavewellbeing.com Instagram: @bluwavewellbeing Facebook: @bluwavewellbeing
In this week's episode, I talk about Simone Biles and other athletes who have been brave enough to share their mental health struggles with the world.
Does anyone understand the strength it takes to share your personal story?
Simone Biles didn't just pick up the phone and call her parents. She shared this with the entire world. From an International Stage. And the response from me? Emotional Gold!
email: sam@samantharuth.com
IG: @samanthamruth
FB group: Griefhab
Today I have another beautiful author from Faces of Mental Illness joining us, Bobbie Jo. She is the Founder of Bravely Authentic, LLC., a trauma-informed Transformational Healer.
In this episode, Bobbie shares what it is like to live with PTSD. and the path to start your healing journey by letting it out and talking about your trauma and how it’s important to live life for yourself.
Website: bravelyauthenticliving.com Facebook: @bravelyauthenticliving Instagram: @bravelyauthenticliving
In this episode, I just want to share with you my thoughts about the number of suicide issues in our Detroit Firefighters making three in eight months and I am speechless. We need to make changes and the first is to normalize mental health. If you're in pain, you don't have to hide it, dealing with it is not a weakness, dealing with it is the way through it, so it doesn't resurface in other ways and other areas of your life.
website: samantharuth.com FB group: Griefhab IG: @samanthamruth
It's now Episode 7 of Season 2. And today I have my guest Alison Pena aka Bad Widow. She supports clients to tap into their innate resilience and take back their lives after loss with stories, insights, and strategies.
In today's episode, Alison shares her story of being a widow, the process of her grieving, and how she moves through grief to live and love again after a heartbreaking loss.
website: https://badwidow.com Instagram: @badwidowonline Facebook: @UnlockingTheAffluenceCode
I have an amazing guest, Christine Lavulo, another author from Faces of Mental Illness. She is a certified professional success coach, best selling author, motivational speaker, and a successful principles trainer.
In today's episode, Christine’s shares about her own struggles with depression as well as her family history of mental illness.
Tune in to today's podcast and be sure to leave a review!
website: chrissylavulo.wixsite.com IG: @momof5warriors FB: @christinelavulocoaching
Today, I have a very special guest Sarah Abbott, one of the coauthors from Faces of Mental Illness. She has a genuine love for people in all things creative, diagnosed with bipolar disorder, A.D.D., and anxiety.
Sarah and I talk about people who struggle to share their lives because of the stigmas, judgments, and fears of this world we live in. Those who are in the resisting stage and fighting for it, you are not alone. Learn how to accept and be surrounded by people who understand your situation.
In this episode, I'm really excited to finally talk about Faces of Mental Illness - a project with my dear friend and partner, Claudia Fernandez-Niedzielski that is launching this September!
This book talks about reframing your biggest disadvantage or weaknesses and how you can see that as a superpower and live such an amazing life.
I'm part of 2 summits July 12th - From Mourning to Meaning July 19th - Healing The Trauma Within
Survive and Thrive worshop - samantharuth.com/workshop
George Kalantzis is a Marine Corps combat veteran, personal coach, author, and dad. He became a writer during his darkest days of depression.
In this episode, George shares about his own tough times of transition. He also discusses the need to accept and recognize these struggles and feelings and not repress our emotions which causes us more pain.
theartoftoughtransitions.com nowheretogobook.com @_georgekalantzis
Dr. Shad Helmstetter is the best-selling author of more than twenty-five books in the field of mental health and the founder of The Self -Talk Institute.
His new Self-Talk Plus app helps people learn positive self-talk via self-talk sessions covering all key areas of life including stress & anxiety, weight loss, self-esteem, organization, relationships, finances, career goals, focus, dealing with negatives and staying focused, and much more.
www.SelfTalkPlus.com www.ShadHelmstetter.com
It’s season 2 of The Be Ruthless Show.
Pre register for SURVIVE & THRIVE - Happening July 20th (college students ) & August 3rd (middle & high school students) A workshop designed to help you survive and to help your child thrive. I’ll be covering * Knowing Your Rights * Using Your Voice & * Involving Your Child in the process.
www.samantharuth.com
Pre-register for Survive and Thrive: https://us19.list-manage.com/survey?u=ceaae4b1933d72e8e972b15f6&id=e27893d4c3&attribution=false
Today's episode we have our special guest Lona Cook.
Lona is an author, a chiropractor, and a firm believer in personal growth and holistic health.
Tune in on your fave podcast platform to know how Lona helps people deal with pain to function and thrive through our intelligent bodies, system, and energy after trials and tribulations and enable them to figure out how to evolve and grow.
drlonacook.com @cooklonadc
In this week’s episode of “The Be Ruthless Show” I spoke with Lee Wind about the important LGBTQ+ topics he is passionate about, and his latest book “No Way, They Were Gay? Hidden Lives and Secret Loves”.
Lee Wind’s superpower is stories – true and fictional – that center marginalized kids and teens and celebrate their power to change the world. Closeted until his 20s, Lee writes the books that would have changed his life as a young Gay kid.
Leanne is a wife, a mom, an entrepreneur, and a newly discovered empath. After a powerful experience with numerology. Leanne's entire life changed... so much so that she is becoming certified herself and offering readings.
Leanne shared the gift of being an empath. By just identifying your ruling number, she identifies the great positive aspects of your personality and the challenges or obstacle you are currently facing.
Tune in to this episode to learn more.
leannevelky.com @leannevelky
There are many problems in this world: drugs, gun violence, and racism to name just a few.
What they ALL have in common is the fact that people are left suffering.
And yet we focus on the solutions to these problems, such as changing gun laws, rather than directing our attention where we can make an immediate difference: helping the survivors. It’s time we address loss, grief, and trauma and the impacts they have in this world.
www.samantharuth.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7
Today's guest, we have Natalie Vecchion - a homeschool mom of two who built her family through adoption. Her son who is almost 19, lives with a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
She's been an FASD podcaster for a year. In October 2020, Natalie and her husband co-founded “FASD Hope” - a podcast, website, and a place for awareness, information, and inspiration for those people whose lives have been touched by an FASD.
Visit FASD Hope through this link - Fasdhope.com
We're now on Episode 15 and I'm so excited to introduce to you Griefhab: For Teens!
There aren’t enough support systems for grief, let alone for teens. This is a community for YOU. To grieve YOUR WAY!
You can reach out to me anytime - text, dm, or email - I am here to listen and provide whatever support that you need.
Don't forget to join Griefhab for Teens (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1084342352090940)
Cara is the founder of Blendwell collective, clean conscious care to support the nervous system of developing Babies and Moms.
Are you getting the quality of care you deserve? It’s completely understandable that the majority of us believe what the “Doctors” tell us. After all, they’re the experts. Right? I’m not so sure. When it comes to your mental health, YOU know you best. So, this episode is devoted to providing you with some information you NEED to know! samantharuth.com
Sergeant Jim Plieth is a 25 year veteran of the Detroit Fire Department and Advocate for all things health and wellness throughout the fire service. He is the Father of two amazing daughters. ffmox3443@gmail.com
Serena Sterling, MA, PsyD, holds a master’s in International Journalism, a doctorate in clinical psychology, and is a certified Life Coach. Due to her own experience of overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome and finding ways to alleviate her own chronic pain from years of living with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, Dr. Sterling pursued a degree in clinical psychology and learned advanced stress reduction techniques to assist others in overcoming their own health challenges. drserenasterling.com
Catherine Just is an artist, photographer, and activist living in Los Angeles. Her work investigates what lies in between the words and underneath the surface of all forms of relationship. She considers her art process a sacred practice of listening to energy. Catherine got sober from a meth addiction at 18 years old on August 18th, 1987. That was the beginning of her artistic career and a life worth living. catherinejust.com www.catherinejust.com/offerings
Hayley is the CEO of Soul Sparkle Living and the Creator of the Soul Centered CEO Collective. She is a business strategist and intuitive advisor to leaders called to create a Soul Centered business and life and the author of the forthcoming book, "Invocations: Prayers and Blessings to Illuminate Your Life." She is the creator of Soul Sparkle SEVA, global service trips and experiences and is an expert in transformational travel.Hayley spent over 20 years in the corporate wellness industry consulting over 300 employer clients and as a senior level executive leading strategy/innovation and new product development for a national health management organization. She has always felt called to help others craft a business that gives back and makes a global impact. Her vision is big - helping Soul Centered CEO’s make millions so that together we can give millions.
https://soulsparkleliving.com/soul-centered-ceo-collective-1
https://youtu.be/BTfQNYqrxpg
How can there be another mass shooting in Colorado? Honestly?!? It doesn’t make sense. At least not to me. And I grew up in Metro Detroit.
Let’s talk real thoughts, real talk, and ask the real questions. Because I’m completely shaken, and my anxiety is high, folks.
What’s different here than in other states?
Why, in one of the most beautiful states in the country is this happening not only at all, but more than anywhere else?
What needs to change? And why isn’t it being talked about?
Why does the state control every aspect of mental health? Is that part of the problem? Let’s talk.
sam@samantharuth.com
samantharuth.com
GriefHab Group
Cathleen Elle is a three time #1 International Best Selling Author, a transformational speaker, intuitive coach, certify healer and creator of the “Ellelogy System”. Cathleen revolutionizes lives by assisting people with moving through layers of pain, healing through trauma, and breaking cycles and patterns. For more than twenty-five years she served alongside the Vermont Governor, was an elected legislator , and was the CEO and lobbyist for The Associated General Contractors of VT. As a legislator she addressed the Brazilian Parliament on women and minorities serving in Government and Israeli Government for the Young Political Leaders. She has also served by speaking with high schools, colleges, CEO’s, businesses, individuals and many different organizations . Her life’s work became refocused in March 2010 after her son took his life by suicide. Cathleen works with, educates and assists those who are interested in breaking patterns, healing through trauma and moving through layers of pain. She is a Certified Success Coach, Certified Energy Healer in RIM (Regenerated Images in Memory-) and well on her way to becoming a Master Facilitator, and has a diverse background which provides many skills and tools that will revolutionize people’s lives. cathleenelle.com
Maggie Sullivan is committed to making it her mission to help awaken people to reach their highest potential.
She was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario Canada and attended Carleton University to complete her Bachelor and Master of Arts in Sociology. She then went on to receive her Bachelor of Education at Nipissing University in North Bay, Ontario, Canada and worked as an elementary teacher for over twenty years. Maggie took an early retirement to fulfill her true passion of sharing her purpose of helping others deepen their self-awareness and inner peace. She does this through sharing her stories of adversity and perseverance. Maggie has inspired many people through her stories, keynote speeches, and live events. Her on-line programs focus on topics of everyday life and how to create and enjoy a beautiful life.
Maggie Sullivan is a #1 International Best Selling Author, Certified Canfield Methodology Trainer, Speaker.
Maggie is married and has two sons: Alex and Andrew. She currently resides in Northern Ontario, Canada, and loves to travel to warmer climates.
To book Maggie for speaking or training:
Email: msullivan@persona.ca
Website: maggiesullivan.ca
instagram @maggiesullivanfromtheheart
twitter @maggiefromheart
Paula Harris is part financial-advisor and part dream-architect, who takes great pride in helping her clients, particularly widowed women, obtain financial peace of mind while they get back on their feet and navigate forward. Paula is an engaging speaker, author, and leader. She enjoys assisting women in the life planning that goes hand-in-hand with financial planning and is the creator of Rise Up Success Training and Retreats as well as Wisdom Wednesday which can be found on her YouTube channel where she shares her positivity, pondering and prayers. She can be reached at whcornerstone.com.
Donna wants you to know it is never too late to find your Fabulous and live the life of your dreams! If you are not certain what they are or what that looks like, her passion is to support you using her training, knowledge, and intuition to guide you in uncovering your true purpose so you can fully live a life of joy. She believes we all deserve to live an incredible life and allow ourselves to do what makes our hearts happy. She can guide you from feeling unfulfilled and not knowing your purpose to living in joy by showing you what is possible.
In addition to supporting her clients, you can find her most evenings watching the sunset and reveling in Mother Nature's beauty. She is most content when she is with her family enjoying favorite activities such as boating, sailing, walking along the water's edge, collecting treasures, enjoying an amazing meal, or simply just being together. Family trips to Maine each summer are among her favorite memory-making life experiences.
Donna is a three-time #1 bestselling author. Please visit her website to purchase her books, to learn more about her video series, her Leap To Fabulous Coaching program, and her Chakra Balancing and Reiki sessions.
Email: Donna@DonnaBrownDesigns.com
website: www.DonnaBrownDesigns.com
Instagram: @crystals_to_clarity
FB: @donnabrowndesigns
Linked-in: @donnabrowndesigns
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From an early age, Claudia became obsessed with positive information and positive quotes after her father introduced her and her brothers to books that would inspire them to always strive to be the best they could be.
Claudia is a survivor and a woman who has learned to thrive despite the many challenges she has faced. She loves her parents, brothers, children, husband and extended family with all her heart and continues to learn how to live a life full of passion and in full harmony with herself. Claudia is currently on a quest to be the best version of herself and fully master that. She has a genuine and profound impact on others as she mentors and leads them to live life to the fullest and shares the tools she has utilized on her own personal search for meaning, self-discovery, understanding and compassion for herself and others and her deep self-worth.
She is a Jack Canfield Success Principles® Certified Trainer and a Barret Value Center® Certified Practitioner and Consultant. She is an entrepreneur, an accomplished speaker and #1 international best-selling author.
To learn more about Claudia Fernandez-Niedzielski, you can visit her website at:
www.ClaudiaImpactsLives.com
To book Claudia as a speaker or work with her, please contact her directly at:
ClaudiaImpactsLives@gmail.com
(916) 248-3004 Direct
Call me quirky, different, unique, spunky.... I’m all of the above. Find out what makes me- me.
From my likes to my true love, Jim, and how losing him of course destroyed me but ultimately resulted in Griefhab™.
Samantha is a Transformational Psychologist, Best Selling Author, Speaker, Coach and Founder of
Griefhab™, a 24/7 support community for anyone who has experienced a loss. Sam helps people around the world turn their pain into their power by guiding them to be their true selves not who they think they need to be, by embracing their differences, and by living life on their own terms.
Her mission is to change the way the world views mental health, so people can openly speak about whatever issues they have and get the help they not only need but deserve without fear of judgment, labels, and repercussions.
In her free time, you can find Sam and her pups, Sassy and Dallas, on one of their outdoor adventures. They love living in Colorado and never miss an opportunity to explore their beautiful surroundings. Music fuels Sam’s soul, family means everything to her, and honoring her late husband, Jim, and making him proud gives her life daily purpose.
Contact Sam to learn how to work with her individually or to learn how to have her as a keynote speaker at your event or organization at sam@samantharuth.com
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass...It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”
Website:
www.samantharuth.com
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/samanthamruth/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthamruth/
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/samantharuth
How The Be Ruthless Show was born.
A little bit about your host and why this show means so much to her.
What to expect, not to expect, and with someone like Sam... there’s always the unexpected.
Samantha is a Transformational Psychologist, Best Selling Author, Speaker, Coach and Founder of
Griefhab, a 24/7 support community for anyone who has experienced a loss. Sam helps people around the world turn their pain into their power by guiding them to be their true selves not who they think they need to be, by embracing their differences, and by living life on their own terms.
Her mission is to change the way the world views mental health, so people can openly speak about whatever issues they have and get the help they not only need but deserve without fear of judgment, labels, and repercussions.
In her free time, you can find Sam and her pups, Sassy and Dallas, on one of their outdoor adventures. They love living in Colorado and never miss an opportunity to explore their beautiful surroundings. Music fuels Sam’s soul, family means everything to her, and honoring her late husband, Jim, and making him proud gives her life daily purpose.
Contact Sam to learn how to work with her individually or to learn how to have her as a keynote speaker at your event or organization at sam@samantharuth.com
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass...It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”
Website:
www.samantharuth.com
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/samanthamruth/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthamruth/
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/samantharuth