Doing epic things doesn't need to require extreme or grand gestures. It can simply mean showing up daily with intention and consistency. Keith and Laura explore what it truly means to pursue meaningful goals while maintaining balance and avoiding the traps of perfectionism and limiting beliefs.
After observing a bird floating peacefully on Lake Michigan, Keith imagines the bird to likely be paddling steadily beneath the surface. The metaphor: appearing calm and thoughtful while consistently working toward goals without frantic busyness. Keith emphasizes the importance of defining and confining work time to create both focus and freedom, noting that "the process is the point" rather than just the end result. 
Laura shares her struggle with writing consistency on her book project. Having gone weeks without writing, she reveals a common creative challenge: feeling stuck when unsure of the next step. Laura draws inspiration from her grandmother Doris, who pursued multiple creative endeavors. Highlighting the importance of both personal discipline and social support, Laura centers showing up every day while being kind to herself. 
Keith advocates for writing down goals, setting realistic timelines, and surrounding yourself with supportive information and people to maintain momentum. Laura is emphasizing progress over perfection and celebrating small wins like writing just 50 words. Epic achievements are built on consistent daily actions, supportive community, and the courage to embrace imperfect progress over time.
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Keith and Laura discuss the common struggle of being caught in cycles of good intentions followed by inconsistent action.Keith examines the disconnect between where he places his energy and where he wants to direct it. The conversation reveals how perfectionism often disguises itself as high standards while actually preventing progress, rather than supporting growth. 

Keith's is noticing energy misalignment and is working on reframing limiting beliefs. Drawing inspiration from Matthew McConaughey's father's wisdom, he explores shifting from "I can't" to "I'm having trouble, ” this simple reframe  transforms insurmountable obstacles into solvable problems. This illuminates possibilities for seeking help, adjusting approaches, and maintaining forward momentum despite setbacks.
 Laura offers the valuable insights about breaking free from "should" thinking and removing the "shame shawl" that often accompanies unmet expectations. Her approach emphasizes setting minimum viable goals—like rowing twice weekly for ten minutes—that create success experiences rather than setup for failure. This strategy builds positive momentum and establishes sustainable routines over time. 

Alignment between intentions and actions requires patience, community, and self-compassion rather than perfect execution. Sustainable change happens through small, consistent steps rather than dramatic overhauls. Rather than focusing on what hasn't been accomplished, the path forward involves celebrating small wins. The goal isn't perfection but progress, creating sustainable habits through minimum viable commitments that set individuals up for success rather than failure.

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Keith and Laura share what they've learned through nearly two decades of marriage. This conversation reveals practical wisdom and insights that strengthen their relationships while maintaining individual growth and shared adventure.
 Laura champions adventure and spontaneity as vital relationship elements, consistently encouraging new experiences and maintaining curiosity about the world. Her approach demonstrates how pushing comfort zones can create lasting memories and deeper connection, from Door County day trips to international adventures. Laura's gift for adventure helps Keith rediscover parts of himself that had been quieted over time.

Keith believes patience serves as the foundation for a lasting partnership. Stress can create conditions where partners feel like rivals rather than teammates.Recognizing these patterns and taking proactive steps to maintain emotional equilibrium is key to long-lasting harmony. Keith’s experience is that challenges that test patience often emerge when personal care lapses.

Both Laura and Keith recognize music as central to their bond, from their initial meeting through guitar playing to current family sing-alongs with Hamilton and their favorite artists. Approaching their 18th anniversary, the couple embraces the spontaneity and teamwork that strengthens their partnership, and they bring the lessons forward to many more adventures ahead.

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Long-Lasting Marriage Lessons

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Keith and Laura explore ideas from Jon Acuff’s book Soundtracks. Mental soundtracks—the thoughts we repeat to ourselves—shape our decision. Acuff's practical framework for identifying and transforming our limiting thought patterns into forward momentum through intentional environmental design and supportive rituals is simple and actionable.

Both Laura and Keith agree that sustainable creative practice requires matching internal reframes with external support systems. Whether it's Keith's music-powered emotional processing or Laura's ritual-supported publishing schedule, success comes from small, consistent actions backed by environmental design that makes good choices easier.
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Fixing Broken Soundtracks

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Keith and Laura celebrate two years of In Residence by examining how comfort supports resilience. Framed by the “cotton” theme of a second anniversary, the conversation blends seasonal coziness, practical habits, and mindset shifts that help sustain energy without compromising pace, and why leaning into discomfort is essential for growth.
Laura and Keith seek comfort intentionally through designing spaces, rhythms, and rituals that restore. They step into strategic discomfort to grow and return to comfort to recharge. It’s a cycle that supports living well and contributing meaningfully over time.

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Embracing Comfort and Discomfort

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Keith and Laura open up about the transitions of midlife. There is a mix of excitement, anxiety, and self-discovery that comes as children grow, careers evolve, and our health demands new attention. 
Recognizing changes so they don’t become hidden stressors takes intention, consistency, and work. Check your blind spots. If you don’t pause to notice the shifts, they’ll catch you off guard.
Keith shares the pride and mixed emotions of guiding their oldest through the driver’s license journey—a milestone of independence for both parent and child. Laura reflects on how her 20s, 30s, and now 40s have reshaped her sense of identity, purpose, and how she chooses to invest her time. More intentional than ever, she balances professional aspirations with being a present partner, mother, and daughter. 
Laura and Keith look to invest in health, relationships, and work with a fresh perspective. Everyone is “living life at their age for the first time.” Lets keep leaning into patience, grace, and honesty to build purpose and connection, together.
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Midlife Transitions - Episode 105

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Keith and Laura explore the often-overlooked value of wonder—those moments of awe, gratitude, and joy that can shift our perspective and bring us back to the present. Keith shares how a simple moment at a wedding—a magician’s performance—became surprisingly transformative.

The Freedom of Letting GoNormally someone who seeks answers and explanations, Keith found himself choosing to not analyze the trick and surrender to the feeling of amazement. That decision created a deep sense of joy and gratitude. For Keith, wonder is a reminder that life doesn’t always need to be figured out; sometimes it’s more powerful to embrace mystery. He ties this back to the importance of agency: making small, intentional choices to step away from the grind and place ourselves in situations where wonder can appear.

Wonder in the EverydayLaura brings her perspective shaped by nature, music, and slowing down. From watching caterpillars transform into butterflies, to the beauty of waterfalls and music that transcends the notes on the page, she emphasizes the importance of noticing what surrounds us. For Laura, wonder often comes when she gives herself permission to pause and not over-schedule life. Being present in these moments fosters gratitude and creates lasting joy.

Living a Life of WonderLaura and Keith highlight how our routines often keep us moving so fast that wonder rarely has space to surface. Their reminder is simple yet profound. Wonder isn’t something extraordinary or rare, but something we can cultivate by slowing down, being present, and making intentional choices.

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The Power of Wonder - Episode 104

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Keith and Laura discovered that the gap between what we say and what others assume we mean during a post-travel communication breakdown. 

When Laura mentioned being hungry during their drive home, Keith’s tired brain immediately filled in the blanks creating unnecessary tension. His exasperated response shut down the conversation before it could truly begin.

But, curiosity offers a powerful solution. Through practical application, Laura and Keith demonstrate that curiosity isn't just a nice-to-have social skill—it's a fundamental tool for creating patience, reducing conflict, and building genuine understanding in all relationships.
Curiosity and Clarity - Episode 103

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Keith and Laura examine how time, money, and attention function as finite resources, while skills like reflection, communication, and self-awareness serve as tools that strengthen through practice.

The conversation takes place during their trip to Sweden, where they reflect on personal growth, the importance of "sharpening the saw," and how stepping outside comfort zones reveals opportunities for intentional living.

Together, Laura and Keith distinguishing between what depletes and what strengthens us, offering practical strategies for building a sustainable, growth-oriented life.

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Maintain Resources, Sharpen Tools - Episode 102

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Keith and Laura take a trip to Sweden. Sometimes the most meaningful journeys happen when we step outside our individual comfort zones, together. 

Record in their hotel’s podcast booth in Stockholm, Sweden, Laura and Keith discuss their family trip which included: Swedish midsummer celebrations, a Green Day and Weezer concert, playing mini golf across multiple towns, connecting with family heritage, and meeting an online friend in person. 

Keith has grown in handling travel transitions, and Laura's passion for creating memorable experiences has deepened connections. Both discuss the balance between adventure and comfort, the importance of being present while documenting memories, and how travel strengthens family bonds across three generations.

Adventure, Anticipation and Awareness - Episode 101

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