Keith E Smith's Podcast: Recent Episodes
Keith E Smith
If you've ever wished life came with an easy-to-understand instruction manual on how to live a life you enjoy living, you're not alone. The purpose of this podcast is to give you actionable inspiration that's easily understood and applied. You deserve to live your best life, so be sure to subscribe and tune in each week to hear from Keith, as well as a variety special guests from all walks of life, and get ready to experience life on a deeper level. Keith is a writer, author of six books and is currently living as a nomad traveling the USA. This show will give you a vulnerable, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create a meaningful life and ignite your dreams.
Do you feel stuck or bogged down? Do you feel like your life isn't going anywhere and you have no idea how to turn things around? If you answered "Yes!" this episode is for YOU. Listen as Keith shares how he recently got himself out of a deep rut of stagnation and depression and back on track!
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If I asked you if you are creative, what would your answer be? Many people believe that they're not creative if they're not actively involved in the arts, but the arts are only the tip of the iceberg! Listen as Keith explores the many reasons why exercising your creativity is absolutely essential to a fulfilled life and instrumental in making a positive impact on the world.
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You hear it all the time. "You need to have clarity if you want to achieve your dream!" But what exactly does that mean? In this mini episode, Keith explains what clarity means, what you really NEED to be clear about, how to maintain momentum and clarity, and take the necessary action that makes it all REAL!
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Whether it has been in caves, by the fire, in books, or podcasts, humans have been telling stories for thousands of years. We are hard-wired to love stories and they're still just as powerful today as they were in ancient times. Too often, we think that only epic tales of adventure have the power to capture our attention and impact our lives, but I've found that it's the so-called "every day person" who possesses the most powerful stories of all.
In today's episode, Keith highlights four tales from the road as he shares four special encounters with people whose stories influenced him in a big way.
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Have you noticed how it's often difficult to let go of negative experiences, or how easy it is to see the downside of situations instead of the upside? You're not alone! In this episode, Keith reveals the reason why we tend to emphasize the negative things in life rather than the positive. The good news? You can train your brain to emphasize the good stuff.
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It's easy to get caught up in the excitement when talking about your dreams and goals in life, but talking alone won't bring them into reality. Listen to today's mini episode as Keith talks about what you need to get moving and ACTUALLY working on your dream!
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"Life's a bitch and then you die." Have you ever felt that way, or do you have the belief that this is the way life is supposed to be? In today's episode, Keith tackles this question and reveals that we have a significant influence on just how difficult life is for us.
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We all go through dark times and experience mental and emotional pain. It's natural for that pain to grab your attention, but if you never think of anything else you will never find your way out! On this min episode, Keith shares a simple technique that will lead you to the kind of higher level thinking that will get you out of the funk and into a more fun and fulfilling life.
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What does it mean to have good mental health, and where do you even begin to improve it? Marlaena Miller, a coach and Licensed Professional Counselor share her deep insights based on her own life and years of experience helping people through trauma and struggles so they can create a life they love to live. This is an important episode and it's packed with information and guidance on how to improve your own mental health.
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This is YOUR life! Regardless of what is happening around you, and no matter what other people do or say, there's only one person who holds the power to shape your life. YOU.
Personal responsibility can sound a little heavy, but the truth is that it's the most fun and liberating thing you can do for yourself. In this mini episode, Keith explains how taking hold of the reigns of your life is the key to fulfilling your dreams and creating a life filled with meaning and purpose.
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Have you ever wanted something so bad that you were desperate to make it happen, and the harder you tried the the worse things got? We've all been there. Listen in as Keith explains why this happens and how you can break out of that cycle while getting closer to your dream.
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The cave you fear to enter holds the treasures you seek. There's little doubt that you've heard that before but what does it mean? What treasures are waiting for you, and what is keeping you from entering the cave? In this mini episode, Keith explains what keeps you from experiencing the life you want to live, and what life-changing treasures await you when you vanquish the cave troll of self-doubt!
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The Law of Attraction. We've all heard about and read about, but is it real? Do your thoughts become real, and if so how does it happen? In this episode. Keith dives into the world of manifesting and shares what he has learned, what has worked, and what hasn't. Listen as he shares a few crucial missing pieces to the often talked about manifesting puzzle.
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Self-care. It's a topic that is being talked about more than ever before. But what does it really mean? Is it just binge watching Netflix or HBO Max? Is it a day at the spa or eating an entire pizza? Or perhaps it means improving your health, spirituality, or well-being. Listen to this mini episode as Keith dives into what it means to care for ourselves as we seek to live a life of purpose and meaning.
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Whether you're working toward a goal or completely transforming your life, you've heard how important it is to have positive thoughts. It's true, but alone they're not enough. Listen to this episode as Keith goes deep into the way our subconscious minds work, how you can rewrite the programs that are creating your life experience, and intentionally design the life you want to live.
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The moment you take initiative to change your life, go for a dream or big goal, you're going to set off an alarm that awakens the evil little voice inside called, The Saboteur. This voice will try to convince you that you made the wrong choice. Listen to this mini episode as Keith discusses that this is normal and you can silence the Saboteur! Plus, he shares a valuable exercise that can help you make the best choices to lead you to whatever it is you desire to achieve!
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Have you been working on your dream or goal for months or years and it feels like nothing is happening? Or maybe it's not happening fast enough? On this bonus mini episode, Keith walks you through a question and thought process that just may unlock the answers you're seeking!
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You can only prepare so much. There's only so much knowledge you can acquire ahead of time. Chances are, you already know more than enough to get moving on your dream or even completely change your life! Today's mini episode is all about getting you moving!
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Grace Askew is an amazing singer/songwriter who knows a thing or two about courageously pursuing a dream with unwavering commitment. And she's giving back by coaching and mentoring other songwriters, drawing from 20 years of performing and songwriting experience. She is an inspiration and an example of what it takes to joyfully live a dream
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It's springtime in the northern hemisphere, and it's a time of year when many people reflect on how their year is going so far. If things haven't gone how you envisioned they would when you started the new year, maybe it's time to hit the refresh button. In this mini episode, Keith shares with you a tool designed to deepen your self-awareness and help you pinpoint changes that'll help put you on a refreshed path, filled with purpose and passion.
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Free Spring Refresh PDF: https://www.straightupliving.com/contact-us/
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Do you feel like you're not making any progress in your life? You have a burning desire to fulfill the vison in your heart, but you don't know HOW to make it happen? You stress over not knowing until you're completely paralyzed and do nothing. Sound familiar? If so, then this episode is going to make your day! Listen as Keith shares why you're feeling stuck, how to overcome it, and start making real progress toward the life you've been dreaming about for so long.
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In this episode, Keith gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how and why he became a nomad, including thoughts and processes he used to transform his life, and shares an easy-to-use method to help you achieve your goals and dreams.
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This podcast is all about taking responsibility for your life, designing it intentionally, and living it to the max. But we also keep it real and raw by tackling things that few talk about. Like, how can you pursue a dream if you're facing a serious obstacle like an eating disorder or crippling anxiety because of a poor self-image?
Today's guest is Brittany Kurtz, and she's going toe-to-toe with these issues. A Nurse Practitioner and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Brittany offers clear and solid advice on the dangers of diet culture and how intuitive eating can be your path to recovery, health, and well-being.
You can learn more about her work at https://www.intuitiveeatingofthebluegrass.com/
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Oftentimes, we humans won't make life-changing decisions until we've reached our "enough" moment. Listen as Keith (who is in the midst of an "enough" moment himself) shares about tapping into your own awareness and making decisions BEFORE hitting rock bottom-again!
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This episode is a doozy because its message is so important. We spend much of our lives at work, and the majority of people hate their jobs, dread going to work, and they don't know what they can do about it. Not to mention that business owners and managers often feel the same way! Listen as professional certified coach, Mark Ramsay, explains how this is NOT supposed to be normal and how we can go about changing it. You don't want to miss this one!!
NOTE: Mark's website is hipsocket.net. In the intro I mistakenly said "dot com." I have personally been on the receiving end of Mark's coaching, and I HIGHLY recommend him. If you own or manage a business, or are an individual who's ready to grow and transform your life, HIRE THIS MAN!
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Willpower will only get you so far. In today's mini episode, Keith shares how tapping into your imagination can unlock the gateway to your dream. Remember, you don't necessarily get what you want, but what you EXPECT and believe.
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Are you sick and tired of how things are going? Are you ready to experience some serious changes in your life? If you answered "YES" then this episode is going to help you. Grab a pen and paper, take a few notes, and commit to really doing this. In this episode, Keith shares easy-to-understand advice on how you can radically change your life in just a few months by taking personal inventory of key areas in your life and creating change in those that will have the most impact.
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If you do an online search for "How to find my life purpose" you'll get millions of results and just about as many different answers on how to do it. What's truly mystifying about this is that there's so much mystery around what is supposed to be one of the most important questions we could ever ask. Why is it so difficult and confusing? In this mini episode, Keith shares some insights that will clarify what it means to "find your purpose" and live a meaningful life.
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In this episode, Keith sheds light on the trend of spreading hopelessness and doom & gloom on social media as well as in our daily conversations. The future is wide open and we have a lot of influence on how it unfolds. The key is to move collaborate with others, direct our energy toward solutions and move beyond inspiration and into action. It's time to work toward the future we desire rather than resigning ourselves to a bleak tomorrow. Not all bad things are inevitable, so let's get to work--together!
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Did you know that healing yourself from past trauma and old pain makes you a powerful force for good in the world? It's true! Even though what you've been through may not have been your fault, you're the only person who can fix it. When you do, you create positive and powerful change which influences everyone around you, as well as how you show up in the world. In this mini episode, Keith talks about the power that's unleashed when we face our pain and take full responsibility for instigating our own healing.
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We all go through tough times in life and wonder if we can find our way back. Michelle Mras shows us just what's possible once you make a powerful mental shift. She fought her way back from an automobile accident that left her in a vegetated state for two years, and a traumatic brain injury that caused her to lose function in four areas of her brain. She had to learn how to walk and talk again, just in time to be diagnosed with breast cancer-plus eight major surgeries.
Listen as Michelle shares her story that led her from a life filled with fear and playing small, to becoming an author, actress, professional speaker, podcaster, TV host, and more!
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In this mini episode, Keith discusses what it means to stand on your own, but still be open to receiving help when needed. Too often we either try doing everything by ourselves, or are afraid of doing anything. Keith talks about why the best path is right down the middle! BONUS: Keith shares a personal story from is nomadic journey and the song that was born out of learning to stand on his own. Check it out and let him know what you think!
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Too often we sabotage our dreams because we romanticize everything involved in making them a reality, yet neglect our finances. So many people name money as the largest obstacle standing between them and the life they want to experience, yet they have no idea how to turn things around. Enter certified money coach, Candice Bakx-Friesen. Candice lays out a path that can lead you out of the financial rut you've languished in for so long. There's no easy fix that gets everything handled in one day, but there IS A WAY OUT! All you have to do is shift the way you think about money, face your current situation, create a plan, and take action.
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In this mini episode, Keith exposes the lie that says it's normal to hate what you do for a living. There's an unwritten rule in society that says you're not really supposed to love your job or how you make money, and if you do it's a rare exception. It might be rare, but it is NOT okay and it is NOT normal. You have more options than you may realize. Look carefully, explore and expand yourself in new ways as you find that thing that lights you up, fills you with purpose, and you ENJOY doing!
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How can the words you use help re-shape your life? Bruce Pulver, global mindset speaker, co-host of Can I Have a Word With You Podcast, and author of Above the Chatter, Our Words Matter found out firsthand when his life was turned upside down following the loss of his job. He sunk low, felt the dark cloud of depression hanging over his head, but he knew he had to pick up the pieces, rebuild his life and take care of his family. Then came the morning he awoke with a single word coursing through his mind. The next morning, another word, and then another. 400 days in a row. These words formed the foundation upon which he built a new life, and became a book! Bruce shares how to acknowledge the bad, but not get stuck wallowing in it, and then how to reclaim your life by creating a brand new mindset.
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In this mini episode, Keith shares why the way you feel matters. In fact, how you feel will override your best thinking and mindset techniques. When you learn to shift your feeling, you will have learned how to shift your life. Have a listen, and while you do ask yourself, "How do I want to feel today?"
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With stress and mental health issues on the rise, what can we do to not just survive, but also thrive? Is it even possible? Sylvia Marusyk, a global activational speaker, occupational therapist, and leadership coach, shares her own story of struggle and the tools she uses to push through the internal blocks within and live a positive and vibrant life. Sylvia doesn't just inspire, she challenges you to accept responsibility for your life, use the power you already possess, and get into action. She helps you release the old survival stories from the past and write a new story for your future.
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"That's just the way I am!" Have you ever said that or heard someone else say it? It's understandable why you might think your personality and behaviors are written in stone, but they're actually just well-practiced routines. The good news is that routines and habits can be changed. In this mini episode, Keith shares how to get unstuck and shift into new ways of thinking and living.
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Does experiencing trauma mean you're damaged goods for life? Is there real hope on the other side? In this episode, Hannah Lee Jones shares her healing journey from the trauma she experienced as a child and how she built a new life even while in the midst of healing. She shares how she went from divorce to the desert where she underwent a personal transformation while facing the harsh environment head on. In that same desert was born Hannah's powerful book of poetry, When I Was the Wind.
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How does a mechanic turn into a writer? By changing his self-talk and beliefs! In this mini episode, Keith discusses why what you think, speak, and believe about yourself affects every area of your life. You can't can't control many things in life, but you can control what you think, say, believe, and do.
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Have you ever spent time pursing a dream, and then as time went on, it fell by the wayside? Writer, poet, and full-time mom, Lindsey Behee, is here to tell you that you can reclaim who you are, fan the flames of those old dreams and make them a reality. She also drops some great advice on authenticity and creating boundaries.
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Keith shares a mini episode about living life unscripted, leaving room for the excitement that comes with embracing the unknown and unexpected. You don't have to know everything in advance before making moves, no one does. Gte moving and learn as you go!
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Welcome to the Straight Up Living Podcast! In this first episode, Keith reveals a little of his own story, as well as the "secret" method many people have used to completely transform their life. People who are happy more than they’re not, the ones who are enjoying their lives, living their purpose, and spend lots of time doing things they love to do, did not get there by accident. The good news is that YOU can do it too.
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