Growing with Gratitude

We are a few weeks into 2022 and I hope you are going strong and meeting your goals for the year. But, if not, let's take a moment, not to beat yourself up, but to dig deep and find the goals that you have accomplished. Maybe that is a reflection of 2021 and all the things that went well, propelled you forward or made you a better person. This podcast has been going strong for a year now and I can't wait to see the next version of what the Growing with Gratitude podcast can offer to you all. Stay tuned.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Do you hide your true feelings, afraid of people knowing the real you? Is your standard response to everything “Good” or “I'm fine”. What if the year 2022 was a year where you could embrace yourself and others just as they are. Ok or not ok. No judgement, just love and understanding. I was compelled today to focus again on mental health even though it's not glitz or glamour. But it's about time we change the stigma on mental health and realize it's ok to not be ok.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

I'm sure you have heard the phrase “work smarter not harder”. Part of working smarter is staying focused and productive so you can accomplish more in a shorter amount of time. We all get distracted with phone calls, email overload, or scrolling FB or IG. So today's podcast focuses on 6 tips that you can easily implement so you can stay focused and productive and own the day!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Can you believe 2021 is nearing its end and we are about to ring in 2022. Join me for my last episode of this year as we talk about finding a word or phrase to propel you into 2022. I don't think you need to have or make a New Years resolution. But, I do that creating a word, or phrase to guide you as you go into 2022 is a cool idea. Listen up to the phrase that I have chosen and I'll help you find yours as well! As I wrap up this year I am truly grateful for all of you listeners and this outlet Growing with Gratitude has created for me!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Did you know that goal setting is not just for the self employed, entrepreneur? It's not all about business or fitness goals either. Some of my favorite goals are family and personal goals. Take a listen today as I break down the 4 key goal areas to focus on to make 2022 the best year yet!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

How do you grow and scale a business? Heck, how do you even jump in the first place? Meet my guest speaker Beth Trejo, owner/creator of Chatterkick, a social media agency, built from the ground up with hard work, a focus on personal strengths, and a heart for people and connections. Needing motivation to just go for it? This episode is for you! Wanting to take your social media to the next level? Chatterkick is just the company for you!!    Find and connect with Beth Trejo by going to chatterkick.com or emailing her at beth@chatterkick.com.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

I can hardly believe that Thanksgiving has passed and now we are about to turn the calendar to December and the rush of the Holiday season begins. If you're like me, you love the season, but let's be real, it's busy, it's expensive, and it can be overwhelming. So today I'm giving you 10 tips to surviving the holidays and yes, there is room for not just survival, but FUN!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

I was inspired by an interview last week at a conference I attended where Drew Brees shared his story on his journey to the NFL. On paper he looks like the token quarterback. Talented, ladder climbing, no struggle journey. But hearing his story made me realize that he has persevered through some major struggles. He said “the worst things can turn out to be the best things” and I was inspired to talk through that today with you. We all need a reminder to look for the good, to just keep going, and to put one foot in front of the other.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

We are gearing up for the holiday season and that can sometimes come with a lot of shame about what our bodies look like when we see family and friends, or how are we going to say no to the cookies and the wine. And the truth is, as women, we need to stop thinking that the way we look makes a difference in how good our life is. I have two great guests today, Becca and Alison. We are going to talk about body issues, affirmations and mindset work.    Follow Becca on IG: @flexlike_bex  Connect with Becca and her program: https://calendly.com/fitfarmnutrition/free-discovery-call Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

I am always looking for ways to stay positive and grateful. Recently I stumbled upon an amazing message on affirmations. In the book “Ask and it is Given” by Esther and Jerry Hicks they talk a lot about affirmations and visualizations to do each day during meditation to set your day up for success. And one of my favorite IG accounts @ashliemolstad just made a post about IFfirmations. Take a listen to today's episode to hear how you can incorporate small steps towards living a better life. Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

If you are driving to work on Monday morning and you just wish you could turn back around and go home, then this episode is for you! We've all been there. Overworked, stressed, conflicts with co-workers, feeling unappreciated. But, what if you could make your current job one you would never want to leave? What if you had control over how you thought about your job? Well the truth is, you do! Let's dive in today on discovering how attitude shifts, fresh perspectives, and a positive viewpoint can absolutely change the way you see your current job. Not everything is everyone else's fault. Sometimes it starts with us.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Today while running around doing 7 things at once and feeling completely overwhelmed I heard a whisper “one thing at a time” That whisper was telling me that if I wanted to survive the day and even the moment, I was to do one thing at a time. I needed this whisper today, and thought maybe you needed to hear that too. So take a listen to today's podcast where I dive into managing the 700 things racing in our brains at any given moment.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

I remember being a high school football cheerleader and when we approached the last quarter of the game the entire sidelines would chant “4th quarter's ours, 4th quarter's ours” We've got 81 days left in 2022 and I created a 4th quarter challenge where I encourage you to come up with 5 tasks you want to make a priority each day for the rest of the 81 days. No comparison, no judging, completely customizable to your goals and what you rate as important. But join me, and let's rock these last 81 days!!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Have you ever struggled with your faith? Or have you been through a loss, divorce, death, or accident and wondered where was God in your situation? Well today I have an amazing guest Chris Haugan on the pod to have an open conversation about faith. We talk about faith in tragedy and we dive into the tough questions in a really transparent way. There are so many good nuggets of truth dropped in this episode, take a listen.   Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Have you ever struggled with your faith? Or have you been through a loss, divorce, death, or accident and wondered where was God in your situation? Well today I have an amazing guest Chris Haugan on the pod to have an open conversation about faith. We talk about faith in tragedy and we dive into the tough questions in a really transparent way. There are so many good nuggets of truth dropped in this episode, take a listen.   Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

December 21, 2019 our family changed forever when my oldest nephew Isaac died by suicide. Septmember is National suicide prevention and awareness month and so I brought my sister, Isaac's mom, to share her story of dealing with the loss of a child through suicide. Our road has been difficult, and the story is one we wished never had to be shared. But we feel it is important to share as too many others will walk this same path. Part 1 and Part 2 are in honor of Isaac and dedicated to all those families that have been or will go through loss by suicide.   See more of Kristin's story of Isaac on https://rememberingisaac.com/ Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

December 21, 2019 our family changed forever when my oldest nephew Isaac died by suicide. September is National suicide prevention and awareness month and so I brought my sister, Isaac's mom, to share her story of dealing with the loss of a child through suicide. Our road has been difficult, and the story is one we wished never had to be shared. But we feel it is important to share as too many others will walk this same path. Part 1 and Part 2 are in honor of Isaac and dedicated to all those families that have been or will go through loss by suicide.   See more of Kristin's story of Isaac on https://rememberingisaac.com/ Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

This week has been heavy with personal stressors and nationwide chaos. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, and stressed and let negativity consume you. But, there is always perspective. And this week for me, I realized real quick that my problems are not near as big as what other people are facing. Perspective helps keep us grounded. It levels out our crazy emotions. In today's episode I offer suggestions of how to start your day with intention, gratitude and perspective before your feet hit the ground. Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

There are moments in life when we may feel like we are made for more. But, how do we find the strength to pursue our passions and dreams? It's certainly not an easy journey but it can be so worth it if you put a plan in place. Today we hear Kelsey's story on how she started her business and now runs it full time from home while raising her daughter. She is real and raw about the good and the pain points. But in all of this you will hear her story on faith, and her relationship with God. Don't miss this one!    Follow our guest on FB and IG at @awonderfullymadelife or check out Kelsey's website at : https://thewonderfullymadeco.com/ Kelsey's pinterest link https://www.pinterest.com/wonderfullymadeco/_created/   Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Have you ever picked a path in life and just knew it was what you were meant to do? Or have you ever thought you would do one thing and then before you know it a life event makes different plans for you. On today's episode, I speak with Jon Fick, SDSU football lineman who was on track to play in the NFL when an injury forced him into a dramatic shift in future plans. Listen as he shares how he navigated through the disappointment, hustled to make a comeback, and ultimately found a new road to venture down. It's a rollercoaster of good and bad, full of insight and life lessons.

We are a community of Doers. We live in a constant go,go,go lifestyle and rarely take the time to rest. In fact, we glorify the hustle and almost frown upon someone relaxing. What is that doing to our physical, mental and emotional health? Today we chat about why it's important to rest even when we feel we don't have time. Rest today, means progress in the future because we will be ready, fueled, and energized to tackle the tough because we have honored what our body needs. Thanks for listening!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

We are in the last week of our 30 day challenge focusing all around our body image and working towards self love, grace, and acceptance of ourselves and our bodies in their current state. It's very easy to forget and be grateful for all our bodies can do until they can't do something. Have you ever seen a post about someone losing a limb and you go “oh wow, guess I should be grateful that I still have my hands or legs.” It's all about perspective people. Take a listen to today's episode to hear what I'm challenging you to do next! This work on loving yourself isn't always easy, but I promise you it is worth it!    Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Week 3 challenge is here and it all about moving our bodies and finding ways to take care of ourselves. This weeks challenge is NOT about working out as a punishment. It's not about weight loss. But it is about honoring our health and moving our bodies in a way that feels good to you. I have a guest speaker Rachel on today and she shares her journey to fitness, self love and confidence! Take a listen to our tips on staying motivated and finding support.     Follow our guest speaker Rachel Nelson at: IG: @rachelmarinka713 FB: Rachel Nelson Junker  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

We are kicking off week 2 of the 30 days to grateful: Body Image Edition. I hope you have been participating in the week one challenge which was to write one thing you are grateful for with your body or one thing you love about your body every day and post it on your bathroom mirror. Week 2 we dive into detox, but it's not the type of detox you're used to. Take a listen and join me today.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Remember life before cell phones, IG, Facebook and tiktok? Wow, how things have changed. We are introduced to society standards of how you should look, how much you should weigh, and what size of pants is acceptable on a daily basis just by opening an app on our phone. Women are challenged daily on their body image and thoughts of if they are good enough just the way they are. So on today's episode we start week 1 of the 30 days to grateful: body image edition. Listen to hear the challenge and how we will work daily on self acceptance, self love, and approving of our bodies just the way they are.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Today we will talk about pain, loss, and heartache. But we will also talk about peace, grace and mercy. My family and I have had an emotional week as we prepared for possible loss. Take a listen to this story of my sweet Grandma and how we were shown signs earthside that God has her and us.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

½ of 2021 is already over so now is your chance to set goals for the last 6 months to make 2021 one that fills you with joy and makes you feel accomplished. Listen as I share my tips to break your goals down to 30 day, 60 day and 90 day goals.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

I've been obsessed with personality tests like the DISC assessment and my Enneagram type. Jeff on the other hand, has no interest in taking them. Join me and Jeff as we discuss both our viewpoints on these tests.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

This episode releases on my Birthday week and I can't wait to celebrate another year! Today I break down all the blessings about being another year older and why we should celebrate getting older, not fear it.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

“Comparison is the thief of Joy” - Theodore Roosevelt. We all know that playing the comparison game day after day is exhausting and bad for our mental health. But, sometimes not comparing is easier said than done. Today, I bring back my husband Jeff as we talk through how the comparison game can be detrimental to happiness, growth, and can increase jealousy. And we will chat about when comparison can be helpful for growth. Want to find true happiness and happiness for others? It's time to grow up emotionally, ditch jealousy and focus inward vs outward.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Summer break is almost here for kids, yet parents schedules don't often change. Join me as I interview mega mom Alison Haas as she shares her tips to routine, responsibilities, and chores that her kids do every summer. Alison shares how structure is good for parents AND kids in the summer and that there is alway time for fun and play!  Follow Alison on Instagram @haashomeofeducation and @revolutionsiouxfalls Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Look, being comfortable feels good. We have control of the situation and a handle on our emotions when life is coasting along. But if you never challenge yourself are you really growing to be the best version of yourself? I dislike jumping out of my comfort zone because I'm giving up control and we all know I like to know what's coming. So sometimes when I won't challenge myself I need someone else to call me out and make me uncomfortable. We can't let fear control us. We can't let that voice inside of our head talk us out of trying new things. Listen to this episode on how I have been challenged and how I survived.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

We spend so much of our life striving for that next goal, climbing that corporate ladder. But sometimes when we get there, the feeling of the reward falls flat. Today we listen to a speech by Kyle Martin, Valedictorian of his class. I had chills….did you?  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Why do we always wait to tell people how much we care about them? We wait until funerals, tragedy, loss and then wish all the unsaid words could be expressed in person one last time. Well, today I urge you to take the challenge, get uncomfortable and make contact with someone that has made a difference in your life, and say all the things before it's too late. I can't wait to see the outcome!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

My daily practice of gratitude has changed the way I tackle a day. So today I'm here to convince you to pick up a journal and start sharing the positive moments. Life throws you hard, and sad, and unfair moments and I am not discounting that struggle. But, I do believe that even in the deep hurt, there can always be a grain of gratitude to give you hope.   Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Kendra Brouwer is back for part 2 of her medical journey and shares her story of how her husband saved her life when out of the blue she stopped breathing in the middle of the night. Learn her advice on how to make every day count and why she finds it so important to give back to those who showed up for her in her time of need.  Find Kendra on IG Kbhohu4  FB Kendra Brouwer Kendrabrouwer.arbonne.com Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

How does one person make it through not one medical diagnosis but two? In part one of my interview with Kendra Brouwer we will hear about her journey from diagnosis to treatment and beyond and her battle with breast cancer.  Find Kendra on IG Kbhohu4  FB Kendra Brouwer Kendrabrouwer.arbonne.com Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

You don't have to be a pro to implement meditation into your life. Join me and my husband Jeff as we discuss some simple tricks to incorporate meditation into your life and watch the benefits grow.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

We've spoken about Faith, Family, and Job in regards to prioritizing your life effectively. But we left out one very important priority, and that's YOU! Join me today as I share tips on how to carve out time for YOU so that you can be the best version of yourself.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Is your business moving right along but you truly have no idea what your income vs expenses are every month? Maybe you want to start a business but have no idea how the finance part works? Well I've got the pro Ary here today, to talk about all things money and finance. Learn how her love of numbers could help you in your business!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com Follow Ary here:  https://www.facebook.com/badassbudgetbabe/ http://www.badassbudgetbabe.com/ Email: hello@badassbudgetbabe.com

Who's going to be there for you in the end and where are those people falling on your priority list? Join me as I share wise words from my friend Julie, and her advice on how to keep your priorities in order.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Today I dive in with an amazing woman Desire' Jansen owner of Gemineye Studios and Gemineye Academy. Want to know what it truly takes to start a business and make it successful? Today you will hear the good and bad, the joys and pain points, the utter truth. Desire' has found success with hard work, staying authentic, and focusing on growth always. I promise you will walk away inspired to go for whatever is tugging at you.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com Follow Desire'  @gemineyestudio on IG View Desire's FREE Online Course called “Master Your Mindset”  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ktOEbwT5jdEBD0SiOMcK_n2KPNIRcSIr/view?usp=drivesdk

Social media has its positives and negatives and many times we need social media to grow our business. But, who can admit you get addicted to the scroll and before you know it you lost 20-30 mins of productivity in your day. On today's quick episode I'll offer you 4 tips to minimize your social media use and get more productive in your day!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Join my husband Jeff and I as we talk about our non-conventional road through career changes, financial struggles and how even the hard stepping stones were necessary to lead us to our next destination Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Prepare to be motivated as I dive into the 75 hard challenge with my special guest Sara Dornbusch. Listen as Sara describes how 75 hard challenged her mental, physical, and emotional health and how the experience changed her life. Looking to take your life to the next level? This episode will give you the inspiration to challenge yourself and grow to be a better YOU!  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Growing through trauma and finding gratitude in difficult times. Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

Listen up! We all have the choice to decide how we show up each day. We can choose positivity or allow ourselves to operate negatively. Today I”ll help you identify how to be your best self and how to get rid of negative traits that aren't serving you.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

In today's episode you will hear my story of working in the corporate world transitioning from job to job, and then taking the leap to a fully commissioned job in real estate. I'll share advice I learned along the way and what it takes to find a job you truly love.  Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com

  Did you set new year's resolutions or big goals and already find yourself overwhelmed with the process? Maybe you have given up already? In this podcast I share my tips on how to stick to a goal, follow through with your promises and make BIG dreams possible! Join me on Facebook and Instagram @growingwithgratitudebeth or email me at gratitudewithbeth@gmail.com