Share The Struggle

Share The Struggle podcast has had a streak of difficult episodes we are changing directions today with this milestone birthday spectacular! Keith is joined by his best friend and beautiful wife Alli Liberty on her thirtieth birthday. A nostalgic look back to the year 1992 provides some comic relief and insight into some of Alli's favorite things. As you look back on turning thirty or look forward to it you can't help but reflect on your own life and all that has changed. Join Keith and Alli as they reflect on 1992, celebrate Alli's 30 years, and give everyone an update on the Loud Proud American schedule of events! 

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

Sometimes we plan for fireworks and rainbows but we end up with heartache and sorrow. The plan for a fun-filled celebration 100th episode changes when Keith pays a visit to his brother to say goodbye.  A long battle with Alzheimer's, and dementia is coming to an end for Dennis.  The family continues its childish ways as Keith and his immediate family distance themselves and do what is necessary for Dennis. Today's show is a heartfelt transparent conversation between Alli and Keith that holds no punches. A tell-all episode that tugs on emotions and honors a memory. 

When you open yourself and your story up to the world you hope it makes a difference for someone.  This was an incredibly difficult episode but one that I am confident will impact everyone that listens.

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

Keith opens this week's episode with a somber tone as he reads all 21 names of the lives lost in Uvalde Texas. Reading the names leads to a heartfelt explosion of emotion that puts an emphasis on parenting and society's infatuation with violence. Gone are the days of the feel-good family stories of the Waltons they are replaced with murder mysteries and psychopaths on a killing spree. As main stream media continues to give copious amounts of coverage to the murderers and terrorists some parents keep placing children in front of the tv set as they gear up for the latest episode of mature content tv series. As we mourn the innocent lives lost and search for answers we realize we have been creating a problem for decades.  The sadness and disappointment shared by all Americans leave many asking what is so great about America. As we pause to celebrate Memorial Day it is important to look beyond the day off from work and understand the opportunity to gather as friends was provided by the sacrifice of all the men and women in the US Military.  Puzzled by the extreme differences in philosophies of Americans some are ashamed to be American others so proud they are willing to risk their own lives and safety to defend America. No matter how difficult each day may be or how many tragedies we encounter it is critical we realize and celebrate all the great freedoms and opportunities our great country provides. As Americans find themselves emersed in challenging times it has never been more important to be a Loud proud American. A person that lives with passion and compassion and provides a level of leadership that inspires others to be better versions of themselves. Episode 99 is a passionate episode full of emotional points of view an assessment of Presidential leadership abilities and a demand to live in a way that honors the men and women that fought for our freedoms. Trying to understand tragedy, the first offsite event for the business in 2022, and celebrating Memorial Day all lead up to an excellent episode of Share The Struggle Podcast! 

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

As the 2022 outdoor event season opens in the state of Maine Keith shares his preparation for a successful season for Loud Proud American. Building a game plan based on the results from his first year on the road he is able to develop strategy and tactics to increase the likelihood of success. When you do things for the first time you have no way of being fully prepared you are unable to accurately forecast the result or anticipate the problems. After a year filled with "first-time" events, Keith now has the necessary experience to properly plan a strategy and execute the plan. Having a game plan for 2022 reduces uncertainty and provides a guideline for decision-making.

Diving into a recent book from Antonio Neves https://theantonioneves.com/
named "Stop living in autopilot" https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Living-Autopilot-Responsibility-Rediscover/dp/0593136837 Keith is inspired by Antonios 30 day assessment and decides to share the raw questions and provide personal perspective in an effort to motivate listeners to change behaviors and believe in a better future.

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

This week's episode of Share The Struggle podcast starts with having an uncomfortable conversation to cancel an event and maintain a relationship. Weighing the importance of potential gain vs core values to make the best decision.

A 40th birthday party for a great friend gathers childhood friends and creates a nostalgic atmosphere full of memories. Keith wakes up feeling motivated and optimistic for the future these feelings fuel some thought and a great discussion.

Discussion points and knowledge found from these resources;
https://youtu.be/s--bdwJ60Ks You are your memories, Ryan Cummins, TedTalk Hollywood
Nobel Price winning neuroscientist Dr Eric Kandal https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Kandel
"You are who you are by what you learn and what you remember you are your memories."

"You are who you are by what you learn and what you remember"

Examining the two types of memory short term vs long term low stimulus vs sensitized you learn that long terms do more than stick with you they change you.

https://pca-global.com/benefits-of-nostalgia/

Nostalgia is a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.  When people speak wistfully of the past they typically become more optimistic and inspired about the future.

https://www.harleytherapy.co.uk/counselling/nostalgia-good-or-bad.htm#:~:text=We%20miss%20and%20long%20for,to%20learn%20from%20our%20reminiscing.
If nostalgia is random and unconscious it can be negative and we must be aware of the difference between nostalgic memories and unhealthy thoughts that actually lead to mental health issues.

Like most things in life, moderation is best when nostalgia is used to ground us and motivate us it's a useful tool but we must not let it overwhelm us and defeat us as we find ourselves in the never-ending self-assessing perfection quest. 

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

Are things too good to be true? Are you waiting for the next shoe to drop? Are you awaiting the inevitable, that infamous not desirable event? When that tragedy strike's does it always come in threes? These toxic tricks of overthinking can keep you from living and fulfilling your life's potential. Today's episode is fueled by curiosity,  recent life events, and a powerful message from the book
https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Brene-Brown-audiobook/dp/B07DX6TNR1/ref
Daring Greatly, it's not about winning and losing its about courage in a world where never enough dominates and feeling afraid has become second nature from Brene Brown https://brenebrown.com/

When we feel life just can't get any better we make the subconscious decision that it has to get worse.  We manifest the hurt and rehearse the tragedy to the point we often self-sabotage our success and happiness. In this episode of Share The Struggle Podcast we challenge superstitions, overcome some myths and embrace a gratitude attitude. With new tips and tricks, we learn to embrace the moment and celebrate our successes.

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

Today's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast is  inspired by the influential philosopher Alan Watts https://alanwatts.org/ and his infamous story of "The Chinese Farmer" The meaning behind the story is that you never know what will be the consequence of the misfortune or you never know what will be the consequence of good fortune. Keith hears this story for the first time when loyal listener and friend Scott Pettengill owner-operator of Freedom Designs.
https://www.facebook.com/FreedomDesigns603/
https://www.instagram.com/freedom_designs_603/
sends him a quick video clip from the Joe Rogan Experience showcasing the story of the Chinese farmer. After further research and personal reflection, a quick trip to the local Big Lots provide an interesting perspective and an opportunity to share some secrets. One of those secrets is a popular country song from Garth Brooks that always arrived at the opportune time. Unanswered Prayers is the voice of reason lyrics that provide a harsh dose of reality and a sense of comfort for what is possible.

https://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/garthbrooks/unansweredprayers.html

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

Scarcity; is the never enough problem. Today's episode of Share The Struggle podcast is fueled by a Ted talk  https://youtu.be/iCvmsMzlF7o  and a book
https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Brene-Brown-audiobook/dp/B07DX6TNR1/ref
Daring Greatly, it's not about winning and losing its about courage in a world where never enough dominates and feeling afraid has become second nature from Brene Brown https://brenebrown.com/

Before we even sit up in bed before our feet touch the floor we are already inadequate already behind already losing already lacking something.  The never-enough mindset controls our inner thoughts and is the foundation for greed in jealousy.  If you have ever described yourself as not enough this episode is for you. As Keith started this book it fueled six hours of note-taking and inspired this episode of the podcast. Discussing Brenes research and relating it to personal experiences provides a valuable lesson on Courage,  vulnerability and worthiness.

https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/

https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

If you want to learn how to build self-confidence you need to start by identifying your personal weaknesses. Keith shares some advice and lessons learned from reading the book "how to make people like you" by James W Williams. Take the time to write a list of times in your life when you felt shy and unconfident. This list will highlight what areas in your life you want to work on then make a condensed and specific list to identify key areas you want to target to work on. Without confidence, you will not be the best version of yourself identify your limiting beliefs, and find the areas of need. Minimize comparison and remember comparison kills the only safe way to compare yourself is to yourself.

Confidence means feeling sure of yourself and your abilities — not in an arrogant way, but in a realistic, secure way. Confidence isn't about feeling superior to others. It's a quiet inner knowledge that you're capable. https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/confidence.html?ref=search

Self-confidence is an attitude about your skills and abilities. It means you accept and trust yourself and have a sense of control in your life. You know your strengths and weakness well, and have a positive view of yourself. You set realistic expectations and goals, communicate assertively, and can handle criticism.  https://www.usf.edu/student-affairs/counseling-center/top-concerns/what-is-self-confidence.aspx

Everything in life is a skill and any skill can be practiced and practice makes improvement. Identify what needs work implement progress and remain ready to learn.

Outside of another motivational and educational episode, Keith starts the show with some exciting updates to Share The Struggle Podcast and announces the creation of https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/

https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream! 

Urban Dictionary; Optimystic is a combination of optimistic and mystical used to describe a person whose optimism transcends physical reality and therefore manifests a higher level of existence through higher thinking

During the pandemic, Keith stumbled into a weekly youtube special on Country artist Drake White's Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/drakew5/featured named Wednesday night therapy https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5U9ENwi51aOhDCwzRxGsTwMPlv-Xsu8P

Drakes's weekly live performances provided a great deal of comfort and distraction to all that was happening around us. The more Keith listened the more he felt a personal connection to Drake and his words. On today's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast  Keith shares lyrics from some of his favorite songs and offers a personal perspective on them.

"Drake White; lyrics song Giants For some it's a cigarette For some it's a blackjack bet For some it's playing Russian roulette With the bottle For some it's a broken heart Pink slip in a foreclosed yad Eighteen and a goodbye car Waving to her father

We all got giants, we all feel like a David Facing Goliath sometimes Well, they make us feel so small, back us against the wall But they don't know they're turning underdogs to lions So bring on those giants

For some it's a locker room Makeup on bourbon bruise For some it's a Sunday pew Talking to Jesus For some it's the sound of goodbye A single seeing two pink lines Some people gotta stay high And some are scared of flyin Scared of trying, scared of dying

We all got giants, we all feel like a David Facing Goliath sometimes Well, they make us feel so small, back us against the wall But they don't know they're turning underdogs to lions So bring on those giants

we all, we all got them skeletons in the closet  we all got them mountains worth climbing
They're testing our faith in defiance We all got giants, we all feel like a David Facing Goliath sometimes Well, they make us feel so small, back us against the wall But they don't know they're turning underdogs to lions"

Drake White song lyrics for "It Takes Time" 
"It takes time, you can't rush right through this life Time, no a crop don't grow overnight
Time you gotta put the work in to get it right Lord it just takes time"

Drake White song lyrics "Hurts The Healing"
"goodbyes Oh, they cut like knives This pain ain't nothing like I've ever known This heartbroke has got a hold and won't let go, no Even in the worst, I got a feeling Maybe the hurt's the healing Maybe the hurt's the healing"

The only thing more inspiring than Drakes's song lyrics is his actual life story from suffering a hemorrhagic stroke while performing on stage to his to making the choice to be an inspiration and defat his situation. You can learn more of this story from his Ted Talk in Nashville Tennesse in 2020 https://youtu.be/VRbPDIlnDHk

In March of 2022 Drake released his new album The Optimystic, the release of this album was backed by a tour that created an opportunity for Keith and Alli to meet Drake!

Find all things Drake White @  https://www.drakewhite.com/

All Things Loud Proud American
https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_america

If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/
Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/
Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859

Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/
Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican
Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/
Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american
Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw

Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!