Survive and Thrive 8791 ☆ Mental Health Help ☆ ANXIETY ☆ DEPRESSION ☆ RECOVERY ☆WELLNESS

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, I welcome Caleb Frostman to the Buck & Honey’s remote studios. Survive & Thrive 8791, the podcast is where we share real stories that make you cry, laugh, and think. Caleb’s here to share his journey of navigating life after losing a job he truly loved. His journey is one of courage, mental toughness, and the lessons learned from a challenge experience. 

Caleb was born into a life of service, raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin, by a hardworking single mother. After graduating high school, he attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, launching a career in banking in Minneapolis. Eventually, Caleb returned to Wisconsin to make an impact in politics, serving in the Wisconsin State Senate. His work caught the governor’s attention, leading to his appointment as Secretary of the Department of Workforce Development.

However, just over a year into the role, with the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, Caleb faced public scrutiny and was asked to resign, a moment that brought significant emotional strain. Today, Caleb reflects on that chapter of his life and shares the coping strategies that helped him recover, survive, and ultimately thrive.

Join us as we delve into Caleb’s story of resilience, exploring the importance of finding strength in adversity and discovering new paths forward after setbacks. You won’t want to miss this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN’T WAIT!!!

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, I welcome Paul Schneider to the Buck & Honey’s remote studios. Survive & Thrive 8791, the podcast is where we share real stories that make you cry, laugh, and think. Paul’s journey is one of courage, honesty, and authenticity.

For Paul, life once revolved around family, children, and his church. Yet, amidst this dedication, his marriage took a backseat. When his divorce was finalized his world changed. It brought unforeseen challenges—and drinking quickly became a way to cope. But as alcoholism took hold, Paul realized the only way forward was one of recovery and sobriety.

In this episode, Paul shares his candid story about hitting rock bottom and the difficult yet rewarding climb to rescue his life. With encouragement from his children and recovery, he discovered new ways to connect with his family, deepen his faith, and embrace a life of sobriety.

Join us as Paul opens up about the lessons he’s learned, the battles he fought, and the hope that keeps him thriving today. You won’t want to miss this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN’T WAIT!!!

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, we share the inspiring story of Troy Melton, who overcame immense challenges as a single father to raise his son Nick into a fine young man and an outstanding athlete. For the first seven years of Nick's life, it was just the two of them—Troy working tirelessly to care and nurture his son’s potential. Their bond was unbreakable, defined by love, resilience, sports, and family.

Life took a beautiful turn when Troy met and married Heidi, who embraced their family with open arms. Together, they built a foundation of love and support that helped Nick flourish both on and off the court. From those early days of just father and son to a thriving, loving family, Troy’s journey highlights the power of perseverance, the importance of family, and the strength found in unconditional love.

Join us as we explore Troy's parenting story—his trials, triumphs, and the incredible legacy he’s building through Nick’s success. This heartfelt episode is a testament to the resilience of single parents and the extraordinary outcomes they can achieve when they never give up on each other. You won’t want to miss this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN’T WAIT!!!

In this powerful episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, Clinical Professional Counselor and Sport and Mental Performance Consultant, Patrice Whitfield, opens up about her personal journey with perfectionism. From a young age, Patrice struggled with the pressure of always needing to excel, a challenge she carried into adulthood. Her story is one of resilience, as she navigates the complexities of high expectations and the toll it can take on mental health.

Patrice's path to understanding and managing perfectionism has not only shaped her personal life but also her professional work. She now brings her expertise and unique perspective to the WNBA's Chicago Sky basketball team, where she helps athletes overcome mental barriers and perform at their best, both on and off the court. Through her work as a sport and mental performance consultant, Patrice has learned to embrace the concept of progress over perfection, teaching her clients how to develop healthier mindsets and strategies for long-term success.

In this insightful episode, Patrice shares her experiences, providing invaluable advice such as: being adaptable versus rigid, getting trusted feedback, using imagery and visualization, and finding environments where you can “turn off” for those grappling with similar challenges in the pursuit of personal and professional growth. Join us for an inspiring conversation about overcoming perfectionism, building resilience, and thriving in both life and sport. You don’t want to miss this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791. CAN’T WAIT!!!

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, Brian Kenney, owner of Team Extreme, a team building company specializing in hands-on customized team building events on site, opens up about his personal journey through the struggles of a gambling disorder and the steps he took to reclaim control of his life. 

Brian candidly shares the emotional and psychological toll that gambling took on him, from the early signs of addiction to the point where it spiraled out of control. He reflects on how the addiction affected his relationships, career, and mental health, and the pivotal moments that led to his decision to seek help.

Brian also delves into the recovery process, the challenges of overcoming such a deeply ingrained habit, and the support systems that played a crucial role in his recovery. He talks about the importance of reaching out for help, distract yourself with other activities, stopping for a moment and consider what will happen if he gambles, and even if you win you lose. 

This episode serves as a testament to resilience, showing that overcoming addiction is not only possible, but it’s a journey that can lead to greater self-understanding and a brighter future.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the power of recovery and the courage it takes to confront personal struggles head-on. Brian’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction, reminding them that recovery is within reach.  You’ll enjoy this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791. CAN’T WAIT!!!

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, I share parts of my story and offer up the 5 suggestions that have helped me survive and thrive for the last 1,100+ days.

In December 2021, I took a leap of faith, afraid of the unknown and asked for help.  With the help of two co-workers, I got the necessary direction and help from a counselor and psychiatrist that saved my life. 

In segment one, I share what happened as my anxiety became unmanageable. Help was just three words away. Those three words were: I NEED HELP!!!

In segment two, the five suggestions I share can be applied to any tough life situation that comes your way. Apply these suggestions in your life and things will get better. Those that work, keep, those that don't get rid of and find something that works for you.

If you or someone you know who is struggling with mental health, ask for help and seek professional advice. Or, use the five suggestions I shared in this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN'T WAIT!!!

According to the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 12 million women in the United States ages 12 and older had an alcohol use disorder (AUD) in the past year.

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, I welcome Kristi Tanner to the Buck & Honey's remote studios. For many years, Kristi struggled with alcohol and sobriety.  With four young children, Tanner found it hard to manage life and being a parent.

In July of 2019, she decided enough is enough and entered a rehabilitation facility which would lead to nearly 2,000 days sobriety at the time of this recording. 

Kristi Tanner started to experiment with alcohol in high school, but it wasn't until her college days and professional life when things started to escalate. With the support of family, recovery groups, and a recent business venture, she has been surviving and thriving. 

Tanner, a owner of the non-alcoholic (NA) shop, Sober Social, just outside Madison, WI is an advocate for sober living and bringing many different NA choices to those who want to live a healthier better way.  

If you or someone you know who is struggling with alcohol or sobriety, ask for help and seek professional advice. Or, use the coping strategies Tanner talks about in this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN'T WAIT!!!

According to an internet search, almost 50% of all marriages will end in divorce or separation. 

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, we welcome Mary Kay consultant Sheryl Motiff into the Buck & Honey's remote studios. 

Motiff has accomplished many things in her professional career. In addition to Mary Kay, she has been an engineer, bookkeeper, Uber driver, and managing director of Polka Dot Powerhouse. 

Her biggest accomplishment may be raising four amazing children amidst divorce in her first marriage. She credits her business and life philosophy of God 1st, family 2nd, and her career 3rd as the driving process in surviving.

That philosophy has led her to thrive in life with her children and a second marriage. Her positive approach to life is infectious with all who come in contact with her.

If you or someone you know is going through the divorce process, you will not want to miss this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN'T WAIT!!!

On this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, I welcome Emily Murray into the Buck & Honey's remote studios.

According to an internet search, 1 in 5 women experience postpartum anxiety and 1 in 8 women experience postpartum depression. Emily Murray was experiencing both.

After a normal pregnancy with her first child, Emily gave birth to a bouncing baby girl. Just six weeks into motherhood, Emily communicated with her primary care physician that she might be experiencing some postpartum anxiety and depression.

Emily Murray's postpartum symptoms accelerated with her daughter's first bout with illness culminating with another call to her doctor. She started her road to recovery with help from her doctor and counseling. 

As a part owner of an outpatient therapy clinic, Murray did what she has told her patients. She asked for help. Since then, she has survived and thrived.

If you are an expectant mother or planning to have children of your own someday, you need to listen to this episode of Survive & Thrive 8791. CAN'T WAIT!!! 

On this episode of Survive and Thrive 8791, Coach Decorah talks about the start of his anxiety.

It all started as a two to three month old baby tracking his great grandmother's movements, watching her struggle with the onset of Parkinson's. Seeing her shake and tremble, fall due to the loss of balance and coordination, or helping her to her feet once he was old enough to stand himself, things just escalated.

His anxiety would continue to grow as his mother, living the life of a young adult, would leave him home with his ailing great grandmother or at times by himself. Fear, worry, and panic were a constant as he would await her return on those nights.

Those same feelings came back in the late 90s as Coach Decorah's wife took a job that would cause her to be gone a few nights each week. This left him having the same thoughts and feelings he experienced as a young child. Without any coping skills, Coach Decorah suffered.

Finally, in 2021, relief came in the form of professional help, strategies to handle the anxious feelings, and forgiveness at his mother's grave. The road to recover started!

If you or someone you know struggles with anxiety, then you'll want to tune into the next episode of Survive & Thrive 8791, CAN'T WAIT!!!