Leading With Legacy is officially available on Amazon! 

This is a collection of 20 stories, from authors selected by the readers! I promise these stories will move you, uplift you, and inspire you!

On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I speak with Leading With Legacy co-author Angela Germano.

Angela is currently an award-winning middle school Language Arts teacher, Communication professor, multi-faceted professional writer in the global medical and self-care sectors and produces inspirational documentaries. 

In these roles, Mrs. Germano coaches people through their academic, career and life challenges and is devoted to positively impacting people's lives so they can achieve their dreams.

We not only discuss Angela’s chapters in Leading With Legacy, Women Who Rise, and Women Who Illuminate - We also discuss Angela’s unique teaching style and what we all can learn from her incredible lessons.

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And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at [email protected]!

Dak is Back!! And The Cowboys beat The Lions - which is more than just any game for me. It’s the memories of this rivalry between me and Jim. The trips we don’t get to take. The future that isn’t.

So my emotions were all over the place - and I’m not sorry.

Because we’ve all been there! And hiding it makes it so much worse.

On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss feeling the feelings. 

Tune in now/: samantharuth.com/podcast

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There are so many things that I go through that no one sees. I lived alone for years before Jim and I reconnected. But living alone without him now - it’s an entirely different kind of living alone.

And the more clients I work with, the more I realize that it’s not just me.  

It’s universal. 

So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I share some things you’d never know without people like me telling you.

Widows. Divorced empty nesters. Trauma survivors. We’re everywhere, and we deal with a lot that isn’t discussed.  Tune in for six examples now.

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It’s National Domestic Violence Awareness Month - and I want to emphasize that emotional abuse is equally harmful.

It doesn’t have to leave a bruise to be wrong. Unhealthy.

Not everyone knows what that looks like. Not everyone knows what signs to look for. On todays episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss five things we can look for in relationships.

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It’s National #StopBullyingDay and it’s also Bullying Prevention Month - and I’ve got so much to say about this topic.

Because there are many different types of bullying. And speaking up isn’t something everyone is taught.

So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what to look for, questions to ask, and ways to get out of uncomfortable or unhealthy situations.

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Come join Team Ruthless and find Your Support – Your way

And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at [email protected]!

It’s World Mental Health Day - and while I absolutely want to celebrate this, I also want people to understand what it means. It’s not on any calendars. There aren’t any traditions associated with today like turkey and Thanksgiving.

So let’s decide what it means. Let’s make it what we want it to mean!

On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss a few different ways you can check in with yourself and your loved ones. I also wrote last weeks blog on a similar topic, and you can read that here.

If you want even more, check out Team Ruthless! Your Support – Your way.

And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at [email protected]!

Men’s Mental Health

There are stigmas surrounding mental health in general, and there are also stigmas surrounding men and mental health.

Joining me on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show is Michael Ceely,  a licensed psychotherapist and owner of Ceely Counseling.  He serves clients  in Florida at Men's Counseling Florida and in Wisconsin at Madison Online Therapy.

Michael is passionate about men's mental health. He is the founder of Men’s Therapy Directory, a website dedicated to helping men access counseling resources.

Michael is also a former competitive cyclist. During his career, he won two state titles, and twice went to the Olympic Trials. He currently works with athletes through his Elite Mindset Coaching Program.

Join us for an open conversation about accepting support and understanding that this is a strength!

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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!

And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at [email protected]!

It’s Mental Illness Awareness Week, and I hosted a 5k walk in Fort Collins yesterday to raise awareness. I met the most amazing people.

We talked about living with someone who isn’t willing to accept their mental illness, and the toll that takes on their loved ones.

And we’ve all been there - with a physical illness or injury we haven’t wanted to admit! I refused to admit I was sick as a kid and begged to go to school (my brother still laughs about that part!) I got sick in the car and ended up back at home 😂

On today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss The Bad Patient Syndrome in depth. I discuss how it impacts the individual in question and makes their life harder than it already is. And I discuss what friends and loved ones can do when dealing with people denying or resisting.

Reach out with any questions, anytime: [email protected]

Join the virtual walk for Whole Lotta Love: The James Lincoln Ruth Foundation here: Team Ruthless Virtual 5k

I cannot say enough about todays guest on The Be Ruthless Show.

Barbara Legere is the author of Keven's Choice, A Mothers Journey Through Her Son's Mental

Illness, Addiction and Suicide and coauthor of the bestselling book The Epiphanies Project. As

an advocate for those suffering from substance use disorders, mental health issues and grief,

she has been featured in Salon, The Huffington Post, and Prevention. Barbara lives in Southern California

with her sister, Therese, as well as her cat, tortoise and her two dogs.

Today we discuss her loss, Keven’s story, mental illness, addiction, and SO much more!

To connect with Barbara:

barbaralegere.com

Keven’s Choice

https://www.amazon.com/Kevens-Choice-Mothers-Journey-Addiction/dp/1956955143/ref=nodl_?dplnkId=47bb9828-b91a-4be9-a5b1-836a8154056

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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. 

And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at [email protected]!

The Washington Post reported that officers killed those they were called to help in at least 178 cases over 3 years. When I think of the police, I think of people protecting us…

But these stories are on the rise. And I want everyone struggling to get the help they deserve!

So on today’s episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss what to do if you need to make that call:

- what language to use and

- who to contact

- how to contact

I also discuss healthy vs unhealthy ways to approach someone “unstable” or erratic. Remember that people in crisis are dealing with fear. The way we approach and initiate conversations can make a difference in the outcome!

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Nominate a teen here for the Jim Ruth Award by the Whole Lotta Love Foundation!. Any young adult dealing with loss or mental illness that is in need of support is eligible. The winner of the award will be announced at the 5k walk. Come join Team Ruthless or make a donation!

And remember, asking questions and having conversations is always encouraged! Connect with me at [email protected]!