Wild & Waking

Over the past few months I’ve tuned in to the ways that I’m ready to better support my mental health. With such an investment in habits and personal growth, I know so many tools to help me feel physically, mentally, and emotionally strong yet something still just doesn’t feel right. I know in my gut that there’s something bigger at hand that needs to be tended to in this season. Finally, this week, I made the call to ask for help. This episode feels vulnerable and a little scary to share, but I know that it’s an important conversation worth having. My hope is that it will help you consider the ways you might be ready to ask for help and pass along the bravery to make the calls you need. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• What held me back from starting therapy sooner
• Learning that sometimes we need more help beyond what we can control and do ourselves 
• My journey to finding myself again
• How we aren’t meant to do life alone 

Resources & Links:

• Bettering Them Summit [affiliate link]
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Some links referenced above are affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/013-how-to-know-when-its-time-to-ask-for-help

Today my dear friend Kylie Epperson and I ask ourselves the question: whose expectations are you living into? We dive into her story of pivoting from working full-time off the farm, to then back to the farm, to then off the farm again and how that has affected her identity of herself and her personal growth. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• Combating expectations that we place on ourselves and that we feel from others
• Rediscovering ourselves in motherhood 
• Awareness and confidence of who you are in each season of life and each season on the farm
• The importance of asking for help 
• Giving ourselves permission to change our mind

Connect with Kylie:

• Follow on Instagram at @kylieepperson_
• Check out her website
• Listen to her podcast, Midwest Farm Wives

Resources & Links:

• ASCEND Mastermind Retreat Details
• Bettering Them Summit [affiliate link]
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Some links referenced above are affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! 

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/012-whose-expectations-are-you-living-into-with-kylie-epperson

I don’t know about you, but our family lives in the middle of nowhere and spends A LOT of time in the car. Today I’m sharing some of my favorite ways to build connections, take care of my mental health, and pour into my personal growth during the time we’re already on the road. 

Whether you live in the middle of nowhere and have a 45 minute drive everywhere you go, or you live in the suburbs and have a 45 minute commute to work, I hope these tips help maximize your drive time and add value to your life.

In this episode about how to maximize drive time as a rural mom, we cover: 

• The surprising part of living in the middle of nowhere 
• Being more intentional with the use of my time on the road and overall
• The 5 ways I maximize my drive time as a rural mom

Resources & Links:

• Peterson Farm Bros YouTube channel
• Marco Polo Video Walkie Talkie app
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/011-how-to-maximize-drive-time-as-a-rural-mom

In today’s episode I had the joy of chatting with Mary Pat Sass about finding your balance between farm and family. Join us as we chat farm wife - to - farm wife about setting boundaries, working as a team, and taking care of ourselves during the busy seasons. We discussed how communication is key in discovering and living the life that brings you joy and purpose. 

Mary Pat, “MP” is a midwestern farm wife and mom from Northern Illinois. She left her corporate career in agriculture technology to be a stay-at-home mom and become more involved on the family farm.  What she thought was her dream job turned out to be the one thing keeping her from living her dream life. Now, she works to inspire others to find what makes them happy and live a joy-filled life. 

In this episode about finding your balance between farm and family, we cover: 

• Our journeys back to the farm and what it was like coming back to our husbands’ operations 
• The conversation around taking breaks, resting, and prioritizing family time
• The importance of compassion and constant communication with your spouse and other family members 
• Readjusting to each new season on the farm
• Ways to set yourself and your family up for success and thrive as a farm wife

Connect with Mary Pat Sass:

• Follow on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube
• Join her email newsletter
• Sign up for the Thrive Through Harvest Workshop
• Check out her website and The Cheesery website

Resources & Links:

• ASCEND Mastermind Retreat Details
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Join my email list
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/010-finding-your-balance-between-farm-and-family-with-mary-pat-sass

Today I have the joy of telling you alllll about the thing that has truly fostered and nurtured the community we’ve built together online. It  has not only made a huge impact on my health and personal growth journey, but was the catalyst that got the ball rolling into the work I’m doing today. Today we’re talking all about YouDoYou82: my personalized habit challenge where you choose six habits that are relevant to your personal goals and lifestyle to implement for 82 days. 

In this episode, we cover: 

• How the YouDoYou82 challenge came about, what it is, and who it’s for
• How this challenge differs from other challenges and programs 
• How and when you can get started (hint: right now!) 
• The different types of trackers and accountability methods 
• The importance of making this challenge applicable to YOU and YOUR life

Resources & Links:

• James Clear’s book Atomic Habits [affiliate link] https://amzn.to/3LdYtCU
• Start YouDoYou82 today! https://emilyreuschel.com/you-do-you-82
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community! https://emilyreuschel.com/you-do-you-82 https://www.facebook.com/groups/352276485922606
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting  https://jillcarr.co/

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on @emilyreuschel and Facebook
• Check out my website here: https://emilyreuschel.com/
• Connect with on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyreuschel/

Some links referenced above are affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/009-youdoyou82-habit-challenge-everything-you-need-to-know

Today Aly Robins and I talked all about overcoming challenges as a rural business owner. We explored what it looks like to chase big dreams in a small town and how your business thrives when you have a healthy mindset. 

Aly Robins is a marketing strategist and business coach for agriculture and rural businesses. She grew up on a ranch outside of Helena, Montana, and got a bachelor's degree in rangeland management. After feeling unfulfilled working at her 9-5 job, she decided to take her marketing business full time. Now, she helps her clients set up a website that converts people into paying customers as well as utilizing social media to increase sales. She's extremely passionate about helping businesses in rural and agriculture industries thrive rather than just survive.

In this episode about overcoming challenges as a rural business owner, we cover: 

• How to combat criticism from those who just don’t understand what we’re doing or why we’re doing it
• The importance of being confidently rooted in our “why” 
• The power of community and surrounding yourself with others who support you and understand your mission 
• The unique challenges and opportunities of marketing a rural and/or ag business 

Connect with Aly Robins:

• Follow on Instagram 
• Connect with on LinkedIn
• Check out her website
• Agriculture & Rural Business Podcast coming soon!

Resources & Links:

• ASCEND Mastermind Retreat Details
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://emilyreuschel.com/008-overcoming-challenges-as-a-rural-business-owner-with-aly-robins

Are you wondering how to take action on dreams? Today we’re doing something a little bit different. I’m going to be walking you through one of the workshops that I facilitate called Growing Into Your Dreams. Although there’s nothing quite like going through this workshop in a group setting, I’m confident this version will bring immense clarity and focus to your goals as well! So, as you’re listening, feel free to pause, take notes, and work through the process. This is a powerful exercise that will put your dreams in motion. You deserve to live a life with intention that fills your soul and helps you walk in your purpose. 

In this episode on how to take action on your dreams, we cover: 

• The step-by-step process of taking all the dreams on your heart, putting them on paper, and choosing one to take action on 
• Mindset work that goes into pursuing your goals 
• The power of taking tiny baby steps forward toward your goal 

Resources & Links:

• Interested in having me facilitate this workshop in person? Learn more about my workshops and speaking offerings
• ASCEND Mastermind Retreat Details
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Related Episodes:

• Episode 001 | Do It Scared
• Episode 003 | Why We Procrastinate (and what to do about it)
• Episode 005 | 5 Morning Habits for Success

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/007-how-to-take-action-on-your-dreams

Today I had the absolute joy of sitting down with my dear friend Kiah as we chatted about defining enough and finding joy in the journey. In this episode, we share our personal relationship with enoughness, the comparison game, and finding contentment. If you too have struggled to feel like you’re doing enough in a given day or season, I know you’ll connect with this episode. Our hope is that this episode brings light to the things that so many of us grapple with on a daily basis and provides tools to both recognize and overcome the mindset traps that keep us feeling overwhelmed and stuck.

In this episode and about defining enoughness, we cover: 

• The power of the thoughts we think about ourselves
• Ways to combat the feelings of not being enough 
• Contentment is a moving target and sometimes we have to re-learn the same lessons over again in different parts of our lives such as motherhood, marriage, entrepreneurship, and our health journeys
• The comparison trap we sometimes face and how to overcome
• Accepting that with each season of life, there will be beautiful and encouraging parts as well as challenging and hard parts

Connect with Coach Kiah:

• Subscribe to Kiah’s podcast, Climbing with Coach Kiah
• Join Kiah’s email list
• Follow on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
• Check out her website

Resources & Links:

• Jon Acuff’s Soundtracks [affiliate link] 

• Dan Sullivan’s The Gap and the Gain [affiliate link] 

• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Some links referenced above are affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/006-defining-enough-and-finding-joy-in-the-journey-with-coach-kiah

For most of my life, a morning routine was something that did not exist whatsoever. When I started my health journey back in 2019, I knew I had to get very intentional about how I started my days if I wanted to change my life and get where I wanted to go. When I reflect on everything that has happened over the past three years, I give so much credit to the habits that make up my morning routine. 

In this episode about 5 morning habits for success, we cover: 

• The five habits that make up my morning routine
• How I haven’t always been a morning person and creating and staying committed to this routine did not come naturally for me 
• The breakdown of each habit; why I do them and how each one has impacted my life and my growth journey 
• A bonus habit!

Resources & Links:

• ASCEND Mastermind Retreat Details and Waitlist
• The journal I use for all the things [affiliate link]
• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Some links referenced above are affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/005-5-morning-habits-for-success

Today I’m joined by the wonderful Mya Nichol. What starts as a conversation about growing your instagram and business with a high level coach quickly turns into a life giving conversation with a friend about finding your path, getting intentional, and taking care of yourself along the way. 

Mya Nichol is a highly-sought after Instagram Marketing Expert & Business Coach who has taught over 5,000+ students worldwide. She works with service-based businesses to attract their ideal follower, grow their Instagram presence, and create a sustainable content strategy. Her passion is helping business owners minimize the overwhelm that often comes with growing on Instagram and maximize their results through organic marketing so they can hit their media goals while growing their business. Since 2021, Mya has helped students grow over 2 million followers combined and reach over 500 million people. And while those numbers are great, Mya’s goal is always impact>impressions.

In this episode about the blend of life and business, we cover: 

• THE most important things you need to know about growing your business and following on instagram 
• Auditing your time to grow your income and impact and minimize overwhelm 
• The importance of taking care of your physical and mental health to live an intentional life and reduce burnout 
• Getting clear on your intentions and defining success 

Connect with Mya Nichol:

• Follow on Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest
• Check out IG University  
• Visit her website and her shop    

Resources & Links:

• Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community!
• Gather in Growth podcast is produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting

Connect with Emily:

• Follow on Instagram and Facebook
• Check out my website
• Connect with on LinkedIn

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated!

Find the full show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/004-the-blend-of-life-and-business-with-mya-nichol-instagram-marketing-expert-business-coach