Struggle Creates Strength

Invest in YOU! Invest in yourself to create the person you aspire to be. Go get a gym membership, follow a diet, hire a trainer, stop making excuses and invest in your health. Invest in your mental health too. Hire a mentor, hire a life coach, seek professional help, and stop making excuses about money and time because this is YOU and YOUR life. At the end of the day your excuses are a clear indicator of the level of commitment you have towards yourself and your health. You need to sacrifice certain aspects of your life in order to help yourself grow. You may think you don't have time and you may think you can't afford something, but I am going to tell you first hand; YOU CAN! If there's a will then there's a way, period. If there is a will driving you to become a better version of yourself then there is a way. But first, it all starts with one simple question, "Are you willing to invest in yourself?" 

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James McCrae has not always had life figured out and who's to say that any of us ever really do.  Life is filled with unpredictable events and right when we think we have everything figured out, another obstacle seems to transform in thin air. Life is a journey and James shares what his journey brought him from being a writer, poet and meme-artist.

In this episode he allows us to gain a deeper understanding of his book "Sh#t​ Your Ego Says," his experiences with Ayahuasca (Psychedelic Plant Medicine), and hear a piece of his life story. James has continued to find success in his life, but he is the first one to admit that life can be very hard. His statements regarding the practice with psychedelic plant medicine's, specifically Ayahuasca, are extremely eye opening and something that everyone should gain a better understanding for.

I hope everyone enjoys and just remember, EVERYONE has a story. 

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I highly suggest that you take a look at James' social platforms and even more so, go read his book to learn even more about his story!

Instagram: wordsarevibrations

Book: "Sh#t Your Ego Says"

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The topic of this episode was inspired by a very generous act of kindness on behalf of Jaden Steinke. He did not ask for a podcast episode nor did he know I was dedicating one to him, but it only seemed fitting. When he and I spoke this week about his act of kindness it was very evident that the sole purpose for his kindness was to help ensure that Struggle Creates Strength continues to help those struggling in silence. Kindness is something that takes very minimal effort and it can impact people in substantial ways. A simple act of kindness every day will not only change your outlook on life, but it will also create a snowball affect of kindness. Be like Jaden and spread some kindness today. 

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You are more than welcome to reach out to me if you want to have an insightful conversation, talk about mindset, or are interested in coming on the podcast. 

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Thanks so much for listening to another episode of Struggle Creates Strength and just remember that EVERYONE has a story. 

Mackenzie Netherton, 24 years old, is courageously embracing her story, using her voice, and speaking up about her struggles to prove that it’s okay to experience mental health struggles. Mackenzie openly speaks about her continuous struggles with anxiety stemming from a young age, the abundance of loss she has suffered within her family, and the importance of forgiveness within herself and especially for others. She is such a strong and powerful individual who lifts up others with her contagious smile. Despite encountering various struggles in her life, she still seems find the positive in every situation. Also, I highly encourage everyone to take a page out of Kenzie’s book and find the peace that can be attained through forgiveness.

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If you want to reach out to Mackenzie and have a conversation with her, you can reach her via:  

Instagram: kenziecn

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Thanks so much for listening to another episode of Struggle Creates Strength and just remember that EVERYONE has a story.

It’s never too late. It’s never too late to follow your dreams. It’s never too late to leave a dead end relationship. It’s never too late to travel to that place you’ve always wanted to travel to. You have the ability to accomplish and achieve anything you set your mind to, but it’s a matter of actually doing it! Nobody owes you anything in life, so if you truly want change within your life then you need to be willing to make it happen yourself. Don’t compare yourself to anyone else because the more you compare and look outward means the less you achieve and look inward. It’s okay to fear change, but let that motivate you to construct your dream life. Let that fear inside you drive you forward. Some decisions are meant to be scary and that’s okay. The bigger the goals, the harder it gets. It’s never too late to jump into the life you want, but it does require you to take a leap of faith followed by some selfish decisions. So, let me ask you, are you ready to change your life? 

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You are more than welcome to reach out to me if you want to have a vulnerable conversation, talk about mindset, or are interested in coming on the podcast. 

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Thanks so much for listening to another episode of Struggle Creates Strength and just remember that EVERYONE has a story. 

Chelsea Tansey has had a life filled with breaking down barriers and climbing  mountains in order to achieve the success she possesses today at age 22. Her entire childhood consisted of verbal abuse and neglect, due to her moms drug addiction she had to live with her dad’s new family, and she battled a serious eating disorder in high school. At age 16, while the majority of kids were concerned about their Snapchat streak ending, Chelsea was figuring out where she was going live. After running away from home, her independence led to maturity and her maturity created confidence. Chelsea was always told that her life resembled Cinderella’s and I agree under the circumstances that she was her own fairy godmother because nobody gifted her anything along the way. 

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If you want to reach out to Chelsea or want to have a vulnerable conversation with her you can reach her via:

Instagram: chelseatansey

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Abby Wessels is a 19 year-old who is currently studying Psychology at the University of Victoria. Abby grew up with a well put together family who always loved and cared for her, so when her mental health struggles crept in it came as a surprise. She shares her experiences with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, panic attacks, binging and purging, and a dreadful call to her mom which revealed her battle with depression. Despite encountering some heavy hearted years, she has absorbed various strategies and mechanisms to identify her anxiety and acknowledge when a panic attack is approaching. She also openly speaks on the benefits that medication and professional help have played in her life and the self-growth she’s experienced because of them both. Her story is one that left us both in tears, but also one that will leave everyone with numerous techniques to help conquer their own mental health struggles. 

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If you want to reach out to Abby or want to have a vulnerable conversation with her you can reach her via:

Instagram: abbytwessels

Email: [email protected]

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If you want to reach out to me or are interested in being on the podcast you can reach me via: 

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Thanks so much for listening to another episode of Struggle Creates Strength and just remember that EVERYONE has a story. 

Jenna Maychos is 19 years-old and currently attends the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta. It’s no fluke that Jenna is achieving great accomplishments, but I think she can be the first to admit that the road to her success has not been a smooth one. Jenna talks a lot about being diagnosed with CPTSD, her mother’s journey with alcohol addiction, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and the extent of her past mental health struggles. Despite having a life with various bumps in the road, she does not ignore the strength that she has gained from her past. She has continued to grow and appreciate herself more and more each day because she is following her dreams and living for Jenna instead of living for those around her. Jenna’s contagious smile has a story hidden beneath it and today she shares it for the world to hear!

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If you want to reach out to Jenna or want to have a vulnerable conversation with her you can reach her via:

Instagram: jennamaychos

Facebook: jmaychos

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If you want to reach out to me or are interested in being on the podcast you can reach me via: 

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Email: [email protected]

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Thanks so much for listening to another episode of Struggle Creates Strength and just remember that EVERYONE has a story. 

Kevin Rempel is 38 years old and has always been one for defying the odds. In 2006 Kevin was in a freestyle motocross accident which left him as an incomplete paraplegic. Most would take the news and give up, but Kevin saw the word “incomplete” and ran with it. Through hard work and his resilient attitude, he found himself on the podium at the 2014 Sochi Paralympics, becoming a keynote speaker all across Canada, and walking again. Kevin continues to prove his notable achievements and sharing his story is just another way he proves that you can do anything you put your mind to. Kevin has overcome various obstacles in his life and he has started a resilience toolbox showing people that with resilience any obstacle is conquerable. EVERYONE has a story and Kevin's story proves that anyone can be battling with mental health struggles, even on top of the podium. 

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If you want to reach out to Kevin or if you have any questions for him, then you can reach him via:

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Facebook: rempelinspires

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If you want to reach out to me or are interested in being on the podcast you can reach me via: 

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Thanks so much for listening to another episode of Struggle Creates Strength and just remember that EVERYONE has a story.

What have my struggles taught me? This is a question that has been lingering in my mind for so long and after analyzing my life I discovered that my struggles have taught me EVERYTHING. In this podcast I speak about expectations, love, relationships, travelling, hockey and ultimately how my struggles have added insight into these topics. I don't know what my future will hold nor do I know what tomorrow will bring me, but one that I do know is that any struggles that come my way will be another learning curve that will better my future. Life can be tough, but it purposely breaks us down to prove that we are strong enough to overcome our struggles. If you are reading this and are listening to the podcast then I suggest you take a look at your past struggles and truly dissect the purpose of them. Our struggles make us stronger and teach us a lesson along the way, so accept your struggles and ask yourself the what they are teaching you.

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Thank you so much for listening and just remember that EVERYONE has a story!