One of the recurring themes here on SMFRThePodcast is... da-da-da-da! Overthinking. We all do it and it can truly affect our mental clairty, if not even our overall mental health. But here are some points to consider to use overthinking to our benefit; to assist us in solving problems, exploring positive ideas, thinking of new ways to attack a project, etc. Sounds cool to me and it actually works. Hey thanks for allowing me to share these things with you and indeed, I love all y'all!

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Before starting, here's a disclaimer: this is the most Un-SMFR, Un-Steve Reeb podcast you'll ever see and hear and I assure you, it's not political. It's not about Trump, or blah blah blah. It's about We The People finally seeing the government for what it is: freeloading bums sucking us dry of our hard-earned dollars and sending it where? To illegals across the board, to fraudulent "day care centers" in MInnesota - The Ukraine is a whole 'nother kettle of stinking fish - and this is just the tip of the spear (to quote Andy Frisella). Meanwhile our homeless situation is out of control, hard-working Americans unable to make ends meet, and we are getting taxed (scammed) to an extent we're never seen before. Here's my point: We are seeing people of all ages, races, and backgrounds coming together and saying "no more". #NoTax26 is out there - look it up. Get pissed. Get inspired. We have to put a stop to this corruption and throw people in jail for the sake of our children and grandchildren - or there will be no America. Love all y'all!

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Seneca was a Roman Stoic philosopher from 4 BC to 65 BC, but his teachings and writings are still very significant today. One of the most influential Stoic thinkers, his teachings and writings focus on ethics, self- control, reason, and how to live a good life in the face of hardship. Does that sound familiar? Sure does, we live it every day and (I think you'd agree) that these topics are a main focus of SMFRThePodcast. Thank you for subscribing, liking, commenting etc; I love all y'all! PS, That's my son Trevor in the artwork pic this week ❤️...

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Here are a few things my Dad taught me perhaps he didn't teach me directly, but in observing this wonderful gentleman I learned so much about how to be just that - a gentleman. Just simple things that people notice and respect us for, and things that help us carry our heads high and, indeed, treat others as we would be treated. Got more to come on this in future podcasts, but I like keeping these short because, well, you know - squirrel! Love all y'all!

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The Rosenthal Effect is a famous 1960's study that really illuminates and ties together so much of what we discuss here on SMFRThePodcast. Anything we can do to help us be successful in our minds, in our work and family lives, and yes, in our bank accounts - is crucial to our development and happiness. Give this a listen and if you'd like more detail, just look it up on the interwebs. Love all y'all!

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Ever felt ready to give up? Yup, me too. But before we do, let's give it one more try. Persistence beats perfection, and history is littered with people who just gave up too soon, as well as the Edisons and Lincolns of the world who just kept going in the face of multiple "failures". So I'm challenging you and I to find one thing that we've perhaps given up on, and use our experience to get back to it - and give it one more try. Love all y'all!

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Here are 10 little things that we can incorporate into our daily lives - not only to make us more attractive - but to boost our confidence and self-esteem. I found these on the ol' interwebs and thought it was worth sharing with you. In essence, we don't have to make wholesale changes to improve ourselves; in fact, I'm sure you do a lot of these things already. However, I hope it's a nice reminder for you as it is for myself. Love all y'all!

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Steve's Harvey's journey from homeless to a household name has been popping up on my social media feeds lately. Perhaps you've seen it; he talks about living in his car for 3 years before getting his break. It's really good do look it up when you have time. The point being: All of our trials and tribulations are there on purpose. To guide us, to give us experience, to teach us - until we're ready. So when things look a little bleak or it looks like the plan isn't working, just trust it - and know that The Man Upstairs has got you. Truth. Love all y'all!

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One of our mantras here is "taking time for ourselves". Very true, but if we just sit at home and isolate ourselves - well, that's not good either. Let's learn to find a balance in our quiet time alone, and our need to get out in the sunshine, or to people watch somewhere, and just to enjoy being out of the house - or heaven forbid - the office. Rest can heal, but too much can lead of overthinking, or even worse, losing our vitality and enjoyment of simple, every day life. So let's get out there ok? Love all y'all!

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Here are a few reminders that can help get our days started with quiet power (i.e., confidence). Some days we jump out of bed and - perhaps we're late or whatever - we forget to "get our mind right" with a few good ol' positive affirmations. When stated to ourselves with belief, little things like "I can handle anything today", "Gratitude is my fuel", and the like will jumpstart our day and... WINNING! Let's do it and don'tcha know I love all y'all!

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