Have you ever paused to consider the profound power of retreats? Retreats can be a therapeutic escape from the humdrum of our daily routines, a chance to engage with nature and ourselves in a deeper, more meaningful way. Drawing inspiration from Albert Einstein's wisdom, we unfold how retreats can become a nourishing space for personal growth, clearer purpose and decisive action. As we share our personal experiences and the transformative effects of stepping out of our comfort zones, we hope to inspire you to embark on your own retreat journey.

We delve into the various aspects of retreats, the emotional and mental benefits they offer, and the sense of belonging and connection they foster. Harnessing the power of shared experiences, we talk about the strengthening bonds formed in overcoming adversity together. We also underscore the importance of retreats, not as a selfish pursuit, but as a necessary tool to better serve our loved ones and ourselves. Join us, as we navigate through the intricacies of solo and community retreats and guide you towards finding a version that works for you. So tune in, retreat, relax and reconnect.

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What if retirement wasn't just a one-time, end-of-career event, but a lifestyle you could enjoy every seven years? Jillian John Shrewd, a renowned public speaker, progress coach, and podcaster, shares her unique perspective on retirement, advocating for a life that mirrors your values, passion, and purpose. After achieving financial independence at 32, she and her husband adopted a practice of "retiring often," taking regular breaks to pursue passion projects. 

We don't just talk about the concept, but also get into the practicalities of making it happen. Jillian offers insights on negotiating time off in your current role and discusses the prospect of turning "retiring often" into a career itself. She shares how she handles objections and logistics, and we also hear from two individuals who've taken mini-retirements, adding a practical dimension to the conversation. If you're wondering how a career gap might impact your future job prospects, we also touch on the art of storytelling and how it can be a powerful tool to explain such periods.

While retirement often conjures up images of life slowing down, Jillian's approach is anything but that. This episode is teeming with motivation to seize fleeting moments in life and convert them into unforgettable experiences. We discuss the significance of planning for life milestones, mini retirements, and how to make the most of the time we have. From medical professionals to teachers, we examine various professions that have successfully taken mini-retirements and the challenges they've overcome. Jillian also shares her family's plans for their upcoming mini-retirement, providing a first-hand glimpse into a lifestyle that emphasizes living intentionally and retiring often.

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What if the life you've always dreamed of is just a few mindset shifts away? Join us on a fascinating exploration as we pick the brain of financial professional and coach, Brandon Clark. With over 15 years of experience, Brandon walks us through his inspiring journey towards financial independence and entrepreneurship. Drawing from his frugal upbringing and his own set of trials and errors, he brilliantly deciphers how to gain control over one's mindset, time, and money.

Did you ever stop to think about how your unconscious scripts and rules shape your reality? Brandon leads a candid discussion about the common mental roadblocks we often encounter on our path to success. From the scarcity of time and money to the inherited values that unknowingly influence our decisions – we examine it all. We also explore the power of self-reflection in identifying and overcoming these hidden barriers.

As the conversation unfurls, Brandon opens up about his experiences in creating an accounting firm and how shifting perspectives led him to the life he yearned for. The importance of action, no matter how intimidating, is a recurring theme throughout the discussion. So, gear up for an enlightening journey that underscores the significance of perseverance, self-awareness, and personal impact. Brace yourselves, as Brandon's story might just nudge you into taking the first step toward your dreams.

Get in Touch with Brandon:

• His site: reexaminewealth.com
• On Instagram
• His financial advising firm, Toler Financial Group

Resources mentioned in today's podcast:

• 📘 The Way of Integrity - grab the book here
  • Our podcast reviewing The Way of Integrity 
• 📘 The Lion Tracker's Guide to Life
  • Our podcast reviewing this book
• 📘The Comfort Crisis

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• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

What if money wasn't just about dollars and cents, but also about emotions, behavioral patterns, and family history? Dr. Michael G. Thomas Jr. joins us to share his wisdom on the emotional side of money, revealing the crucial role of grace, self-compassion, and empathy on our financial journey. From discussing systems theory to exposing the impact of avoidance and shame, Dr. Thomas invites us to examine our relationship with money and challenge our preconceived notions.

Can we truly connect with others without getting vulnerable about our finances? In this digital age, it's all too easy to join tribes without revealing our true selves. Dr. Thomas guides us through the complexities of community and connection, stressing the power of language and the importance of engaging in genuine discourse about money. We'll explore the challenge of negotiating different socioeconomic standards, and how insecurities can be passed down across generations.

The struggle of self-care and future planning is a tightrope we all walk, and Dr. Thomas offers insight on balancing this challenge. We'll explore the role of delayed gratification and frugality in personal finance and discover how to live in the present without compromising the future. To cap it all off, we'll delve into the cultural perspectives on finance, learning from the wisdom of different cultures and understanding that our stories are universal. Join us for this enlightening conversation with Dr. Michael G. Thomas Jr., and discover a new perspective on money.

Get in touch with Michael:

• Get his book: Black Financial Culture
• on Instagram
• on his site, blackfinancialculture.com 

Resources mentioned:
Die With Zero - Bill Perkins

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• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

What happens when the nest starts emptying out? Do you feel a strong sense of melancholy or are you filled with anticipation for the next chapter of your life? We found ourselves grappling with these feelings as we experienced our daughter's high school graduation and the subsequent transition. This episode is a heartwarming mix of laughter, tears, and insight as we share our journey through these major family transitions.

This summer was a whirlwind of emotions as we navigated our way through Claire's graduation, traveling, hosting retreats, and spending ample time at swim meets. We even had a thrilling river rafting adventure that taught us a lot about preparedness, teamwork, and resilience. And as we adjusted to the emptiness of Claire's room, we realized the importance of giving ourselves permission to rest. We also found joy in hosting the first two Go Bucket Yourself retreats and were delighted by the positive impact it had on our community.

But that's not all. We're also excited to share the progress of our outdoor kitchen project and our homeschooling journey. We learned the importance of setting boundaries and saying 'hell yes' rather than 'I guess so'. As we move forward, we're eager to hear from you. Your questions, feedback, and curiosity drive us to curate content that resonates with each of you. So, feel free to reach out to us with your thoughts or questions. Trust us, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

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• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

Connect with Maria!

• Maria's Instagram
• Shop | Blog & more from Maria

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Do you ever wonder how the products you use on your skin can impact your mental health? Join me as I chat with the inspiring Maria Laura, a beauty blogger, mental health enthusiast, and entrepreneur from Venezuela who's passionate about natural, holistic beauty. As a full-time mom who has overcome her own mental health struggles and self-doubt, Maria Laura's journey will empower others to pursue their passions, regardless of the challenges they face.

Listen in as we discuss the important intersection between holistic beauty and mental health, and how simple lifestyle changes can make a world of difference. Maria Laura shares valuable tips for choosing the right products, her expertise in organic skincare, and her inspiring story of balancing passion with family life. Discover how she uses the Done app and timer strategies to stay organized, focused, and connected with her diverse audience in both Spanish and English.

Don't miss this insightful conversation as Maria Laura shares her future plans for her business, the power of self-awareness, and her dedication to empowering others. Tune in and get ready to be inspired by Maria Laura's story and her unwavering commitment to holistic beauty and mental health. You'll walk away with a newfound appreciation for the impact your skincare choices can have on your overall well-being, and the motivation to make changes in your own life.
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Resources mentioned in today's show:

• Done - productivity app Maria uses to keep on top of her tasks--whether it's her business or her family tasks

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• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

In this super-vulnerable conversation, we dig into money wounds--what are they, and how do they show up in our daily lives?

The founder of FI Freedom Retreats, Amy Minkley’s, life changed when she discovered the Financial Independence movement in 2019. Money was tight in her childhood. To feel secure, Amy became an over-worker and over-saver from a young age. After working in Asia for 18 years, she was burned out. In a frantic bid to save her sanity and relationship, a late-night online search led her to the FIRE movement. Armed with the knowledge of hundreds of FIRE blogs and podcasts, Amy gained a new sense of hope, overcame ‘one more year’ syndrome, and quit her job in Bangkok. In 2021, she moved to Bali to live her dream life and share the message of Financial Independence and purposeful living. She is now happily engaged to her Australian partner and organizing transformational FI retreats.

Listen to this episode to hear:

• What childhood money wounds are
• How they changed the trajectory of Amy's life--career, relationships, personality traits, etc.
• The benefits of the coping mechanisms she developed as a result of her money wounds from an outside perspective
• The symptoms that began to show her she wasn't living an aligned life
• How she came to awareness--symptoms
• How she was able to heal and create the aligned, fulfilling life she lives today

Listen all the way to the end to hear about her amazing Bali retreat and for so many juicy nuggets of wisdom!

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Grab your tickets to join GBY & CampFI this July - we'll be whitewater rafting, hiking, and dropping into some deep conversation around the campfire🔥
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More from Amy:

• FI Freedom Retreats - connect in Bali
• Amy's FabX talk: From Fear to Freedom

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• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

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Grab your tickets to join GBY & CampFI this July - we'll be whitewater rafting, hiking, and dropping into some deep conversation around the campfire🔥
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At Go Bucket Yourself we value living a life of adventure regardless of our age, so today we chat with Nate Palmer of Low Carb Hustle and Million Dollar Body Method about all things fitness and nutrition, particularly in those middle ages of life, but truly for ANY body.

Nate simplifies the seemingly super complex and ever-changing worlds of diet and exercise so that everyone might feel comfortable and equipped to begin taking positive steps for their health today. Because, as Nate says, results are inevitable. Listen in to hear how to begin getting the results YOU seek, today!

Listen all the way to the end to hear a new, laugh-worthy segment, created on the fly with Nate--hot or not? You don't want to miss it!

Get to know Nate:

• Nate's book - Million Dollar Body Method (MDBM)
• Follow Nate on Instagram
• Low Carb Hustle Podcast on Apple Podcasts | Spotify
• Front Row Dads - the community Nate & I are part of where we strive to be healthy, emotionally intelligent dads & husbands

Resources:

• Basal metabolic rate - Nate suggests an easy formula: your current weight x 12 = caloric intake 
• The Brain That Changes Itself - by Norman Doidge
• Deep Work by Cal Newport

Stay in touch!

• 🌎 gobucketyourself.com
• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

In this conversation full of surprises with Mike Wagner of Storage Rebellion, we get into the nitty gritty of what freedom truly means, having much less to do with finances and much more to do with awareness and inner healing.

Mike tells us his story of:

• realizing the career he'd spent years and a lot of money securing was creating a life he wanted to escape
• how this realization lead to his search for financial freedom
• what it took to reach financial independence and his change of course along the way
• his next steps toward true freedom--mental emotional health/healing--beyond finances
• the balance between being and doing--task-oriented habits vs practices that allow for simply BEing
• what he means by the "push and pull between serotonin and dopamine"
• how this lead to some modalities of deep emotional healing from childhood trauma that may be considered outside the box:
  • breathwork
  • psychedelics & plant medicine
• what he means by the difference between "getting through" or "getting over" emotional obstacles

Listen all the way to the end to get all the juicy details!

Resources from this episode!

• Mike's site 🌎 & HERE
• Storage Rebellion @storagerebellion on Insta
• Front Row Dads
• John Wineland's book, From the Core 

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• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE

In this fun conversation with David and Stu--long-time friends from the navel academy, turned business partners, turned community co-creators & coaches--we share laughs AND helpful conversation to guide YOU in gaining clarity on how to build a life you feel proud of.

David and Stu share with us some simple, actionable steps that commonly help the men in their community become the husbands, fathers, and businessmen they truly want to be.

You'll hear how getting clear about:

• Your why
• Your core values
  • as a father
  • as a husband
  • in business
• Evaluating your calendar to see if it reflects those values
• And clearly defining what success looks like (as a father, husband, and entrepreneur)

can transform your life into one that feels truly aligned and allows you to grow into the person you truly want to be.

Listen to the end for even more helpful tips, laughs, and summaries!

Get to know David and Stu!

• 🌎 Storehouse3:10.com
• Check out their PODCAST
  • and THIS episode with Chris
• Join their MASTERMIND
• Attend their RETREAT

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• 🌎 gobucketyourself.com
• Chris @bucketyourself on Insta
• Deb @imperfectprogress.me on Insta
• Get Deb’s book HERE