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CleftCast is a podcast dedicated to helping and informing the cleft and craniofacial community through real-life stories and information.
Every one of us within this cleft, craniofacial and facial difference worldwide community will face struggles and hardship at different times, whether it is from our anomalies or just life itself. Yet there is an opportunity, once the struggles cease or simply rest for a bit, that we can find a lesson or two to help us live better lives. In this "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland discusses struggles around health issues -- both physical and mental -- that have played a role in life. His hope is that others will hear this #podcast and find some solace no matter what struggles and challenges they are facing. #cleftstrong
At times, it is extremely difficult for people with facial differences to look in a mirror. Something as simple as that, to many people, might seem so ridiculous in regard to being filled with shame and guilt about one's looks. Yet it can happen. Seeing the beauty within yourself, no matter how your face or even body looks, is one of the great challenges for children and adults who deal with cleft, craniofacial and/or facial diffferences on a daily basis. In this "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland talks about looking in the mirror at himself, what emotions arise at times, and offers a couple of suggestions that can get all of us toward the goal of smiling more and loving ourselves in the midst of anger, sadness, fear and guilt.
When facing uphill battles or struggles in the facial difference community, the adage of "keep on smiling" might feel heavy ... and, at times, it is. It does not have to be that way, though. For all of us, life provides tests of strength and weakness. We can either steadfastly hold our heads up high during the strong moments, or turn into a victim in those weak states.
In this "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland talks about the empowering way that keeping on smiling -- even when the chips are down -- can actually prove beneficial. This is not some woo-woo or too-fancy idea. Smiling is something that, because of our facial differences, that some might have trouble doing out of shame, fear, guilt or another emotion. Our smiles are what keep us balanced and in touch with the pulse of life.
Adversity strikes everyone in the facial difference community nearly every day. Whether it is an emotional matter or a health-related concern, every person can identify that moment in time where trouble rears its ugly head and sends you spinning out of control. In this "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about learning to smile through adversity and offers helpful tips and suggestions along the way.
The power of our thoughts is something that has been discussed for millennia, whether in the schools of philosphy, religion or social settings. Well, we're going to break down how thoughts do matter within the worldwide facial difference community. In this "re-birth" "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland will offer some words on how much more powerful kind, loving thoughts can help ease the pain of emotional disturbances versus filling minds with shame, guilt, fear, loneliness and anger. Rutland will talk about where these thoughts do have a place in people's lives, but they don't have to be so dominant. "CleftCast" is pleased to be back on the air!
There are times in life where the roads get bumpy and helping hands are needed. This is true whether dealing with a child in pain or life's twists and turns become an out-of-control ride. After some time away, "CleftCast" host Joe Rutland gets back in the saddle talking some about his recent adventures. He'll also offer words of encouragement and support for those children, adults and parents looking for peace in the midst of choppy waters. Here is one hint: Helping hands really do help. Subscribe to "CleftCast" at iTunes, Stitcher and Blog Talk Radio.
It is inconceivable that there are situations where people turn violent against those who have facial differences. But it does happen, and it must stop. Physical abuse, which also includes sexual abuse, has no place in a sane world. Living and attending to everyday life as part of the cleft and craniofacial community is difficult enough. This type of behavior makes it harder, and must be faced in spite of whatever fears keep the victims from doing so. Host Joe Rutland talks about this very personal area in this week's "CleftCast."
Many times, people in the cleft and craniofacial community will have a lot of emotions and feelings stirred up inside. You name it. Frustration, sadness, anger, joy, happiness, etc. They all have a tendency to well up ... especially those that are soul-sucking ones and offer no peace and joy over an extended period of time. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about taking action around these emotions and offers suggestions toward addressing them. Attached to this description is a worksheet on where you might be emotionally in the moment. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes, Stitcher and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Worksheet link:
http://www.easel.ly/viewEasel/1787853
Everyone has their own journey or path to follow when it comes to their cleft or craniofacial anomaly. It can be stress filled and, at times, funny and humorous. Yet the strand that does tie many people together, in spite of different opinions and thoughts, is our connection within this worldwide community. This week's "CleftCast" talks about following the journey of your life. Host Joe Rutland discusses how following the journey of his life has led to great awareness, painful growth and a semblance of sanity. He also offers three actionable tasks that can help anyone discover their own life's course ... no matter how they look on the outside. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
It is quite easy to feel resentful about what life has thrown your way. "Why do I have this craniofacial anomaly?" some ask. "Do I have to go through another operation?" others will ask. "This sucks and I don't like anyone" also is a response. Building up resentments toward physicians, family members and friends does not lead to healthy solutions for problems. They can ultimately hurt the person holding the resentments more than anyone else. This week's "CleftCast" focuses on resentments and host Joe Rutland shares his own experiences around them. Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes and Stitcher.
Let's talk about speech therapy. It is one of the toughest parts for people in the cleft and craniofacial community to go through. Kind-hearted individuals take many of us by the hand and make sure we can pronounce our vowels and consonants. They also make sure we learn to enunciate words better. Most people don't consider this a big deal. Yet there are those of us who have dealt with speech therapy and had great results. In this "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about his own experience while offering encouragement for those going through it. Subscribe to "CleftCast" at iTunes. Download the podcast at iTunes, Blog Talk Radio and Stitcher.
Josh Blanco is a 25-year-old lefthanded pitcher out of El Paso, Texas. He was born with a cleft lip and cleft palate, managed to get his way through middle school bullies by focusing on athletics, and found himself being drafted by the Los Angeles Angels' organization in 2008 after graduating from Franklin High School. Now Josh shares his own journey with host Joe Rutland in this week's "CleftCast" podcast. Subscribe and download "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Don't you think that we all could use more serenity and peace in our lives? I do. It's quite comical to watch me lose my serene state and become agitated, afraid or scared. When these feelings crop up, I guarantee you that serenity is not around. In the cleft and craniofacial community, all of us face different stress-filled moments that can leave us simply asking why life has turned out this way. We all do deserve some serenity, sanity and peace. Host Joe Rutland talks about serenity, the gifts it offers and how we all can attempt to maintain more of it in our lives. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Yes, understandably, people, situations and circumstances can drive us in the cleft and craniofacial community to feeling upset, angry and frustrated. When they call come out at once, there is this unstoppable force called rage that appears. It does not make anyone look good, especially to family and friends. What can be done about rage? Host Joe Rutland discusses the topic of rage ... an emotion he's quite familiar with in his own life ... and how to temper the hot-headed monster inside. He'll also offer one or two ways to consider getting rage out, done with and sent to the corner with its own "Dunce" hat on. :-) Subscribe to "CleftCast" today! Download it at iTunes, Blog Talk Radio and Stitcher. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Too many times, a lot of us look to outside resources for solutions to our emotional problems. This is a good thing to do should these problems be so severe or damaging. Yet many of us do have the capability of stopping and looking inside for subtle answers that can help enhance self-esteem, courage, and healthier emotional states. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about "going inward" and asking deep questions that can spark solid answers. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Being hard on ourselves because of what we deal with in the cleft and craniofacial community might come very easily to us. Why? Because there are some internal emotional patterns that make us believe we are not good enough, beautiful enough or just plain "enough" to live joyous, free and happy lives. This is not an isolated occurrence. Have you considered being more compassionate with yourself? It might be the greatest gift you ever give your heart and spirit. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland discusses the timeless topic of compassion and how we all can send ourselves a little more heartfelt love each day. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes, Blog Talk Radio and Stitcher. Remember: Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Admittedly, there will be times within the lives of people in the cleft and craniofacial community where feeling bitter about their lot in life happens. It's only natural and human. Yet staying stuck in bitterness, anger, rage and ranting about all of your problems never solves them at all. In fact, they seem to just get worse. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about bitterness, his own ups and downs around this heavy-duty emotion and offers a couple of ideas on how to stay focused on solution-based thinking rather than on your problems. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes, Blog Talk Radio, and Stitcher. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
In stress-filled moments, where children's needs, doctor's appointments, home and work life-balance, etc., crop up, it can get a little crazy between your ears. Calm and serenity aren't anywhere to be found, and just "getting things done" is important. Maybe it would be a good time to give your mindset a reboot. When you and I can clear out the clutter from between our ears, then we're going to be more effective people ... whether young or old. Host Joe Rutland talks about mastering your mindset in this week's "CleftCast." Download it at iTunes, Blog Talk Radio and Stitcher Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
There is little doubt that the power of our thoughts does have an effect upon our lives. If thoughts of anger and resentment fill up our days, then it leads to discomfort emotionally. If thoughts of peace and love are more prevalent, then it can lead to serenity and sanity. Of course, when a parent is having to deal with multiple issues around their child's wellbeing, even the thought of thinking clearly and having better thoughts lingers in the background. Host Joe Rutland discusses how those of us in the cleft and craniofacial community can think better thoughts while taking time for some good self-care, too. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes, Blog Talk Radio and Stitcher Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
So many of us born with cleft and craniofacial anomalies have potentially never come across the idea of loving ourselves just as we are physically and, well, facially. Messages from society, well-meaning friends and others can literally break hearts and souls pretty badly. Yet we do have the opportunity to love our anomalies and to own them in a way that makes us stronger and definitely not weaker. Host Joe Rutland talks about the process of owning and loving your anomaly in this week's "CleftCast." Be sure and stop by Joe's Facebook home page for a very special "CleftCast Announcement To The World" video. https://www.facebook.com/joe.rutland
Or you can catch the YouTube video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idDCmlI-fEs
"Take a minute. Stop. Breathe. Slow down. Get in touch with yourself and your environment." Are you caught off-guard by all those words and statements? Well, here's the idea. If those of us in the cleft and craniofacial community can slow down our busy lives, between doctor's appointments, surgeries, therapy sessions and the like, then we might have a better chance of listening not only to ourselves but others, too. Also, it gives us a chance to not speak out of anxiety and fear ... but through the voice of love and compassion. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland discusses these opportunities that we all have for growth and self-care. Download "CleftCast" at Blog Talk Radio and iTunes. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Many children and adults within the cleft and craniofacial community are quite familiar with spending time in speech therapy. Sure, some in third-world countries may not have the privilege of receiving such help. All of us, though, can agree that merely speaking words and having them come out of our mouths properly has been a hurdle many have faced. Host Joe Rutland, in this week's "CleftCast," talks about the power of words, speaking them, hearing them from other people (not always a nice thing, either!), and having the power to speak for ourselves. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Also, make sure and pick up a copy of "The Christmas Smile," now available at Amazon.com. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
It's 2015 now and time to take concrete steps toward making this year a wonderful one in the worldwide cleft and craniofacial community. What if we all attempted to smile and meditate more in 2015? Both have great benefits from a health standpoint. Smiling and meditation ... separately and, well, together ... can help improve an individual's mood. Hey, it's worth trying for a week, isn't it? "CleftCast" host Joe Rutland talks about these two subjects in kicking off another year of "CleftCast." Download the #podcast at iTunes and BlogTalkRadio.
Also: BIG NEWS! "The Christmas Smile," a novel focusing on a couple giving birth to a child with a cleft lip and cleft palate anomaly, is now available through Amazon. Here's the link to the novel, written by "CleftCast" host Joe Rutland. Buy it, share the link with friends, and enjoy!
http://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Smile-well-being-craniofacial-community-ebook/dp/B00RJOB9VE/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420132600&sr=1-3&keywords=The+Christmas+Smile+in+books
It is Christmas Day for those who celebrate this day and time. Others may skip it for various reasons. Yet this is a time where more light can come into our lives if we allow it. Cleft and craniofacial families either find themselves enjoying the season or watching over their children in hospitals. Host Joe Rutland offers this special Christmas Day "CleftCast" #podcast for one and all. Download at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
It's the most wonderful time of the year ... at least it is supposed to be! For many in the cleft and craniofacial community, the holiday season can either be a welcoming time for family and friends or it can be an absolute downer. From Thanksgiving to Hanukkah to Christmas to New Year's Day, simply getting from one day to the next becomes a problem. Host Joe Rutland has been through his share of not-so-pleasant holidays and, through his experiences, offers some choice suggestions for himself and everyone to take heed of so the holiday season can be a bit lighter and joyous. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Staying fit matters. When people think of the word "fit," the first thing that probably comes to mind is physical fitness. Sure, that's an important part of life. Yet there also is emotional, mental and spiritual fitness, too. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about staying fit in these four key life areas while also offering a tip or two to get through this holiday season with some sense of sanity. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Hospitals, for the most part, are equipped with sound medical procedures to make sure your children are born safely. What a lot of them may lack is ready-made information for new parents of children born with cleft and craniofacial anomalies. Host Joe Rutland talks about this situation, which does crop up, offers a couple of ideas for solutions and references online resources for parents -- if they know ahead of time about their child's condition -- to go and gain education. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio.
First off, Happy Thanksgiving to all "CleftCast" listeners! Thanksgiving, obviously, is a holiday where giving thanks for what we all have in life is emphasized (far beyond those Christmas and holiday sales commercials on TV and radio). Yet it can be tough to feel or even be thankful if or when a child or young adult is going through serious complications -- either medically or emotionally -- because of their cleft or craniofacial anomaly. On this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks a little about his own experiences with Thanksgivings gone by and offers a few words of encouragement for those not feeling that spice of gratitiude and joy on this holiday. Download "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
In some countries, there seems to be a belief that hiding children born with cleft lip/cleft palate/craniofacial anomalies is a good thing to do. Whether it stems from cultural shame or an indwelling belief that there is "something wrong" with those of us with anomalies, this type of behavior is dangerous and unhealthy. "CleftCast" host Joe Rutland discusses this and raises some emotional awareness to the possibility that changing this pattern is a worthwhile endeavor. This "CleftCast" #podcast is being done in conjunction with a Google Hangout, so it's being placed in video and #podcast history. Thanks for downloading "CleftCast" at iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
Some health care providers may have a belief that when a child is born with a cleft or craniofacial anomaly that just one operation will take care of everything. Parents hear this and, wihle wanting to take the health care provider's word for it, discover that there is more to attend to with their child after an initial surgical procedure. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland discusses how this affects both parent and child, and what may be done to enligten those health care providers who really don't know much about children born with cleft and craniofacial anomalies. Download "CleftCast" on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. All podcasts are available 24/7/365.
No matter how loving, kind and tender parents are with their children, and children with their parents, a point is reached where both are tired. All of the positive, affirming energy that keeps your relationship beautiful becomes sapped with the numerous appointments -- doctors, hospitals, school, community activities, etc. -- that are on the schedule. Host Joe Rutland talks about how exhaustion (and staying exhausted) really does not work well for both parent and child. BREAKING NEWS on the new CleftCast Radio Network is included in this podcast. Download "CleftCast" at BlogTalkRadio and iTunes all around the world.
How many individuals with cleft and craniofacial anomalies are told, either directly or indirectly, to "get out of the way" or "I wish you'd never been born?" Maybe a few around the world; maybe a lot. That and many other forms of discounting people for the truly wonderful, kind and compassionate individuals that lie beneath the outer look can lead to isolation. Host Joe Rutland talks about how powerful, toxic and dangerous isolating from people, communities and life can be. He'll discuss the subtle difference between isolation, loneliness and solitude. Also, what does isolation look like to you? This, and much more, will be discussed on this week's "CleftCast."
Feeling brave enough to speak up for yourself can be scary. It can make stomachs flutter, hearts beat faster than normal, and leave one of us in the cleft and craniofacial community wondering if it is OK to speak up and speak out for ourselves. In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about speaking up for yourself, speaking out on subjects that affect those with cleft and craniofacial anomalies, and knowing that it is OK to do so. The trick, Rutland says, is to understand where it is safe to do so. Not everyone will understand, yet some people will and they will listen with open hearts
For many children, adults and parents within the cleft and craniofacial community, grief and sadness over their physical anomalies can be a heavy burden to carry around. Add that to whatever life brings along ... from loss of a relationship, friendship or death of a loved one ... and the grief can feel overwhelming. In fact, it could turn into depression, repressed feelings and lead people to harm themselves. On this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about the topic of grief and shares a couple of personal stories that hopefully relate with listeners.
Parents of children with cleft and craniofacial anomalies have so much to deal with in their lives. While focusing on their own relationship, they also turn their attention to the care and wellness of their beloved child. Then, of course, there are those doctor's visits, surgeries, health care insurance matters ... and attempting to make sure their child has as normal a life as possible. In this week's "CleftCast" #podcast, host Joe Rutland talks about parents and their importance to their children's lives. Sometimes, marriages get strained to the point of separation and divorce. It does happen. So, there will be plenty of stuff to talk about as parents receive some much-deserved love and respect on "CleftCast."
Shame is a really powerful emotion that many people feel deep within their bodies, whether it is mentally or emotionally. Host Joe Rutland talks about how shame can affect those in the cleft and craniofacial community, define the difference between shame and guilt, and provides a couple of proactive steps to break the cycle of shame. This and much more in this week's "CleftCast" #podcast. Get in touch with Joe on Twitter at @JoeRutland or on Facebook at www.facebook.com and type in "Joe Rutland" in the search bar.
Emotional abuse covers a wide range of topics and issues. When it comes to name-calling, shaming, blaming, belittling and a total lack of attention, many people in the cleft and craniofacial community can identify. Why? Because it has happened to them. This week's "CleftCast" #podcast focuses on the subject of emotional abuse, its roots in family backgrounds and totally backwards thinking, and considers the question of just how damaging it can be to a child and/or young adult's life. Host Joe Rutland shares some of his experiences in life around this subject, too. "CleftCast" continues its ongoing series of bringing up so-called "taboo" subject matter and puts it out into the light of listening, sharing and caring.
One of the biggest problems and stigmas that individuals with cleft and/or craniofacial anomalies deal with is name-calling, bullying and flat-out abuse from other people. While each of these issues is worth talking about individually, collectively they can cause the receiver of these taunts to suffer mental abuse. This week's "CleftCast" begins a long series of podcasts focusing on what could be called "taboo" subjects ... the ones that no one wants to talk about openly. Host Joe Rutland offers insights and observations around mental abuse, how he has seen it affect himself and others, and what potential solutions are available. NOTE: It should be understood very clearly that Rutland is not a mental health professional, counselor or physician in the field of mental abuse. If you or anyone listening to this podcast needs help and support, then Rutland encourages you to seek help immediately in your area. #mentalhealth #cleftlip #cleftpalate #craniofacial #mentalabuse #abuse
Growing up into adulthood has enough challenges of its own. Add cleft and craniofacial anomalies to the picture, and it gets a little tougher, too. While many adults, from their 20s on up, have learned and comprehended their places within the Universe and grow up, there are others who -- emotionally speaking -- remain stunted in growth. On this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland wraps up "The Healthy Smile" series by focusing on adults. What do adults need to move forward in their lives? Are the cleft and craniofacial anomalies still holding them back from living a present, abundant, prosperous life? Where are the trapdoors that can, either real or not, open and keep those of us from moving forward? Thoughts, feelings, emotions and structure are important factors in developing a healthy life ... and a healthy smile. Be encouraged, adults within the cleft/craniofacial community around the world. You are not alone. Enjoy this week's "CleftCast" and download it. Also, there will be a heads-up on a major topic that will be discussed at length throughout the fall.
It is important to raise awareness about college-age adults entering this new world of independence, learning and exploration, especially those in the cleft and craniofacial community. This week's "CleftCast" continues "The Healthy Smile" series, giving attention and emphasis on the college years. Host Joe Rutland shares personal stories as well as insights into different subjects that might trigger (in a healthy way) helpful ideas and ways to get through the college years with a craniofacial anomaly. One thing is for sure: these college-age years will not be dull and boring. Some will find new energy for life; others may still be haunted from their past. The hope is to build an educational and emotional foundation that not only carries forward from high school into college, yet into further adult development. Embrace the special wonder that is you ... no matter where you are in life as you download and listen to "CleftCast" any time of the day or night, anywhere around the world.
Growing up is tough enough for children. When they reach the teen years moving forward, what they have learned or picked up from their families, peers and friends begin to form their own view of life. When a craniofacial anomaly also plays a significant role, that adds more to the maturation process. This week's "CleftCast" continues "The Healthy Smile" series as host Joe Rutland speaks about growing up through these years, how developing a healthy self-esteem can definitely help and begin to set yourself up for success in life. Life is worth living and those in the cleft/craniofacial community can always use a listening ear and helping hand.
Without a doubt, the death of Oscar-winning actor and comedian Robin Williams has touched millions of people. The topic of depression and, yes, suicide is on the public radar right now. These subjects weave a tapestry through the human experience, and it is true for the cleft/craniofacial community. In this special "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about depression, anxiety, suicide and how they might affect children, teenagers, adults and parents within the cleft/craniofacial community.
It should be noted that the information on "CleftCast" does not equal that of reaching out to a professional counselor or therapist. If you find yourself needing help, then reach out.
Here are two website links for information and reaching out for support:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
National Institute of Mental Health on Depression: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml#part3
Young children in their developmental years (ages 3-8, for discussion's sake) take in a lot of information, both verbally and orally, from their parents, peers and -- in the case of the cleft/craniofacial community -- physicians, plastic surgeons, craniofacial teams and others. This week, "CleftCast" host Joe Rutland begins a four-part series called "The Healthy Smile." In this series' first podcast episode, the focus will be on early childhood and how much a cleft lip/cleft palate/craniofacial anomaly can affect children. Rutland will emphasize how important it is to tend to the emotional well-being of children while they go through their own journey of reparative work. Other episodes in "The Healthy Smile" series will focus on middle to high school-aged kids, then the college years and, finally, adulthood.
Everyone can use some inspiration in their lives. Whether it is through a book, speaker, music or simply being out in nature, it all helps bring an inspired feeling within ... and that can help a lot of people in the cleft and craniofacial community. On this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland offers personal insights and tips on the light of inspiration that shines within all of us. Also, there will be a Term of the Week and some news and notes, for sure. Download "CleftCast" and share it with friends. It is the world's No. 1 #podcast for the cleft and craniofacial community. Thanks for listening! Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
There is little doubt that the power of anger and its ramifications play a powerful role within the cleft and craniofacial community. In this week's "CleftCast" #podcast, host Joe Rutland offers his thoughts on "The Art of Anger" and how it can manifest in different ways. It is natural and normal to feel angry about having craniofacial anomalies, yet is there a healthy way to deal with anger? This will be part of the discussion. Meanwhile, there also will be the usual shenanigans ... Term of the Week, a little humor with a side of seriousness, too. All that and a heapin' helpin' of love and honor make up this week's "CleftCast" #podcast. Thanks for downloading and listening. Pass the word along to your friends around the world that "CleftCast" is here. It is the world's No. 1 podcast dedicated to the cleft and craniofacial community. Thanks to the support of our sponsors Vision Sports News (www.visionsportsnews.com) and Healed by Spirit (www.healedbyspirit.com).
Stress is a major cause for a lot of illnesses and troubles. That's backed up by many medial studies done over the years. This week's "CleftCast" #podcast focuses on how stress affects children, adults and their parents within the cleft and craniofacial community. Host Joe Rutland introduces some basic information around stress and its symptoms while sharing from his own experiences with a cleft lip and cleft palate. This week's #podcast also has information about "The Healthy Smile" educational series, the Term of the Week, and more. Feel free to download "CleftCast" and share it with your friends in the cleft and craniofacial community. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
On this week's "CleftCast" #podcast, host Joe Rutland talks about overcoming the fear of speaking up for yourself. It's quite difficult for children and adults with cleft lip/cleft palate/craniofacial anomalies to "crack open" and speak up. Many people are afraid of how they will sound, or have been told by others not to speak up. On the other hand, others have been encouraged and strengthened to share and speak up in safe environments. I will talk about this in more detail. Also, I'm going to be offering a glimpse into a major announcement coming out soon that will be a great offer to the craniofacial community. I also will have this week's Term of the Week, too. All that and a whole lot more are in store for "CleftCast," the world's No. 1 #podcast for the cleft and craniofacial community.
On this week's "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland discusses the "H" word -- harelip -- and how it can affect those in the cleft and craniofacial community. It's a serious subject, and we're going to take it seriously. Also, July is National Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness & Prevention Month, which will be celebrated throughout "CleftCast" this month. Besides all of that, the podcast will have its Term of the Week, recognition of our sponsors and a whole host of other good stuff. Download and share "CleftCast" with family members and friends. Thanks!
This week's "CleftCast" podcast features host Joe Rutland discussing the importance of remaining emotionally present when numerous feelings and emotions are stirred up within an individual or family member dealing with craniofacial anomalies. He'll offer three golden keys to being emotionally present. Plus, there will be this week's Term of the Week and a little news about what is taking place in July for the craniofacial community. Thanks for listening and downloading "CleftCast" and tell your friends about it, too
In this week's "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland discusses bullying and how this vital social topic affects children, adults and their parents across the worldwide craniofacial community. Bullying belittles the human being, simply because his or her face doesn't look like another person's face. Really? Make sure to listen and share with your friends. We'll also have our usual spots for our sponsors Vision Sports News (www.visionsportsnews.com) and Healed By Spirit (www.healedbyspirit.com), our weekly Term of the Week, and some soulful fun, too. It's all part and parcel of this week's "CleftCast" podcast. Listen, enjoy, share. Every minute counts ... and you are loved.
On this week's "CleftCast" podcast, host Joe Rutland discusses how attitudes people have toward those with craniofacial anomalies can have an effect. Sometimes, individuals dealing with cleft lip, cleft palate, Crouzon Syndrome, Treacher Collins Syndrome and many others develop unhealthy attitudes within themselves. That can either be from a lack of support at home from family and friends, or from how others look and observe people. We'll have this week's Term of the Week, and introduce a new sponsor. Great stuff for the craniofacial community, so sit back, relax and enjoy "CleftCast."
In this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland talks about how addictions might affect teens and adults within the craniofacial community. He'll discuss how different feelings and emotions can potentially play a role in having substance abuse, emotional abuse or physical abuse lead to not wanting to feel anything at all. Plus, the Term of the Week will be shared. Also, there will be news of an upcoming special "CleftCast" where people can call in and share their personal experiences. Finally, Rutland will share contact information on how to get in touch with him off-air through social media platforms and email. Welcome to "CleftCast"!
On this week's "CleftCast," host Joe Rutland takes time to discuss the emotion of fear and how it can affect children, adults and parents when dealing with cleft lip/cleft palate and craniofacial issues. Also, "CleftCast" welcomes its first sponsor, introduces a new segment, and puts a call out for guests that are deeply involved in the craniofacial world. Finally, there will be a little news about upcoming podcasts where people can call in, share their stories and ask questions.
CleftCast premieres on BlogTalkRadio with host Joe Rutland, discussing issues involving the craniofacial community. In this initial podcast, Rutland welcomes listeners to CleftCast, lays out the format for future podcasts and shares some about his own journey while growing up with a unilateral cleft lip and cleft palate. CleftCast will be a weekly podcast where guests, callers and weekly news surrounding the craniofacial world will be offered. While this initial podcast is 15 minutes in length, future CleftCast podcasts will be 30 minutes. Welcome to CleftCast!