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Finding Fertile Ground Podcast: Stories of Grit, Resilience, and Connection
Visit Fertile Ground Communications on Patreon and find out how you can support my work.I’ve turned away several white guys on my podcast. When I started this podcast, I wanted to invite people who do not get a platform to share their stories. I’ve interviewed 50+ people, including 38 women, 24 people of color, 12 immigrants, 12 who identify as LBGTQIA+, and only 7 men. Dr. Chuck Bergman is the first white man I have interviewed, along with his wife Susan. When I was a 20-year-old junior at PLU, he inspired me to become a writer and taught me an important lesson about resilience. Chuck has won several awards and published 5 books and 150 articles in prominent magazines. He has led PLU student tours to Ecuador, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Tanzania, and Uganda, and six tours to Antarctica.Susan is a professional coach and leadership consultant who has worked with Dr. Brené Brown and The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. She has researched and written about resilience in the workplace and in life.Every Penguin in the World: A Quest to See Them All is the story of their effort to see each of the world's 18 species of penguins in the wild. It is a story of overcoming challenges and health issues. They believe penguins are creatures of hope and resilience.Penguins also offer the therapeutic effects of laughter. “You can't watch them without laughing. There's just something about being in their company that is really gratifying and restorative…they will definitely make you laugh.”Chuck recounted an intimate encounter with a King Penguin on South Georgia Island. He got down on his stomach to take a photo, and a penguin started pecking at his boots and biting his pants. He looked him in the face and made a loud, hoarse call. Each penguin has its own call, and children recognize their parents through their calls. “When the penguin does that call, it's saying, ‘this is who I am’ and asking who are you. Your job is to answer. That really put me on notice. Who am I, really? And who am I in relationship to all these penguins in the earth that we love?”On Susan and Chuck’s 10th wedding anniversary, they were volunteering to study and conserve African Penguins on Robben Island in South Africa. Susan was holding a penguin chick, and she realized it was their tenth species of penguin. Chuck noted it was their 10th anniversary and they had a “10 for 10” record. “That's when we decided to go for all 18.”Susan recounted one of the grueling stories in the book involving a life-or-death river crossing in New Zealand. Another memorable story involves their journey to see Emperor Penguins in Antarctica. Chuck almost missed his once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Listen to the podcast or read the book to hear these stories.“The big threat for climate change for penguins is warming oceans…the cold water current is shifting 200 miles to the south…the penguins have to swim farther to get food for their babies, and it makes it harder for them to catch fish and to get it back to their babies…their babies are malnourished so it's harder for young penguins to grow to adulthood.”Susan survived Stage 3 breast cancer, and Chuck revealed in the book he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. When Chuck got diagnosed, he describes it as a sobering moment. “All of us are only one doctor's visit away from our mortality… penguins live in such daunting circumstances and can be such delightful creatures…it just became a model for me.”Chuck views their penguin quest as a spiritual journey. “I began thinking of it as a pilgrimage…for me this became a deepening interest in seeing more deeply into the mystery of things.Listen to the podcast to hear their memories of low and high points of their quest.
In this episode, we welcome Chuck Leddy. Chuck is a Boston-based marketer and writer. He creates content that is engaging and connects customers to a brand's story to help customers solve problems and be happier! When Chuck is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife and connecting with the communities he belongs to. Topics Discussed: Social Anxiety Family, environmental trauma and coping Psychological safety in the workplace Importance of community Managing balance in the era of 24/7 grind, hustle culture Chuck's Twitter Everyday Mental Wellness | Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/everydaymentalwell/support
Myriad is a noun that refers to an extremely great number. Our word of the day is derived from the Greek word myrios (MEER ee ose) which refers to the number ten thousand. Over time this evolved into a reference to any extremely large number. Myriad can sometimes be used as an adjective that basically has the same meaning. As a noun we would say: Chuck had a myriad of options when he graduated from an Ivy League college. As an adjective, we’d say: When Chuck graduated from an Ivy League college, his options were myriad.
Greetings all you raging narcissists! In this episode of Fathoms, Drew and the Seths are joined by author, professor, counselor, and spiritual director Dr. Chuck DeGroat. We talk about his book, When Narcissism Comes to Church, which expands our stereotypical notions of narcissistic leaders through the lens of the enneagram. Abram quotes Russ Hudson re: coddling our own narcissism [3:12]The highlight of Chuck’s career [4:02]When Chuck received the enneagram into his heart [6:15]About Chuck’s book, When Narcissism Comes to Church [8:00]Chuck’s definition of narcissism [9:35]On Narcissistic Personality Disorder [11:45]Narcissistic style, type, and disorder [12:40]Narcissism and success [14:55]Epigenetics [15:33]The difference between acting narcissistic and being a narcissist [16:30]Having spiritual authority vs. being spiritually abusive [18:00]The nine faces of narcissism [19:00]The gift of healthy narcissism and original goodness [22:30]Narcissism and the enneagram triads [26:00]The concept of “splitting” and the path to transformation [30:25]The importance of shadow work [33:00]How we can use our narcissism to work towards healing and wholeness [34:47]Co-dependence and narcissism [38:15]Re: toxic positivity and toxic negativity [40:10] Follow Chuck’s work at www.chuckdegroat.net. **If you like Fathoms, please leave a review!** —Fathoms | An Enneagram Podcast: “Discovering our inner depths, one fathom at a time.”—Co-hosts: Seth Abram, Seth Creekmore, Drew MoserProduction/Editing: Seth Creekmore Follow us on Instagram: @fathoms.enneagramFollow Abram: @integratedenneagramFollow Creek: @creekmoremusicFollow Drew: @enneagrammers—Drew’s book: The Enneagram of Discernment | The Way of Vocation, Wisdom, and Practice now available on Amazon or direct from the publisher. [Order direct from www.fallscitypress.com and use code “fcpchristmas” for a 20% discount!]
Michelle from Federal Way has asked for help with her boyfriend Chuck. She says his friends are constantly hitting on her and making lewd comments about her body and Chuck never defends her or asks them to back off. She says while at first she was flattered by the attention, now it’s just annoying. Plus the fact that Chuck’s not stepping in makes her wonder if he cares anymore. When Chuck comes on he says these are his best buds in the world and while they may talk “guy talk”, they would never intentionally do anything to hurt him or to hurt her. And he says she has never told him it bothers her. She seems stunned that he hasn’t noticed how bad it is. But when one of Chuck’s bros calls in to the show, he claims Michelle is inviting the attention with the stuff she posts on social media and is basically encouraging Chuck’s friends to hit on her. If you think it’s testy between Michelle and Chuck, wait until you hear Drew and Claire.
Abstemious is an adjective that means marked by restraint with food or alcohol. Our word of the day combines the Latin prefix A-B-S, meaning ‘from’ or ‘away’ with the suffix temetum (TEM ay tomb) which refers to ‘intoxicating drink.’ As the word evolved, it came to refer to things other than alcohol. For example: When Chuck needed to lose weight, I worried about his ability to stick to a healthy diet. When it comes to his eating habits, he’s not exactly known for having an abstemious temperament.
When Chuck and Sharon Betters learned of the son's tragic death twenty-five years ago, they had no idea how God will minister to them in such a brutal heartache ...and then lead them into ministering to countless others. They've assembled resources for hurting individuals, families, churches, and communities. Just a few of the topics they address include: Post Abortion Guilt Infidelity Death Incest Abuse Now, they've created an video-counseling service. Safe, secure, and affordable, this Biblically-based counseling service can help those struggling with heartbreaking challenges who don't have access to counselors in their area ...or have lost their independence due to caregiving responsibilities. For more information visit: www.Markinc.org or https://biblicalcounseling.online/
Chuck Garric (bass, Alice Cooper / frontman and guitar, Beasto Blanco) returns to Car Con Carne before an Alice Cooper gig at the Genessee in Waukegan. Discussed this week: Why do punk bands have the best names? Cannibalism! Chuck: Beast on stage, zen guy off stage. Chuck's eating habits. The relentless Alice Cooper tour cycle: "The highway is my home." What mishaps happen onstage with Alice Cooper? Beasto Blanco's latest album, "We Are." Since Chuck plays with Alice in Alice's band and Calico Cooper in Beasto Blanco, is he essentially a family member? That time when Alice drew the "devil's hand" in poker. When Chuck started playing with Ronnie James Dio: "I owe everything to Ronnie." Chuck's thoughts on the Dio hologram. Guitar music has to come back. The first record Chuck ever bought. The white lie Chuck told when he got the gig with Alice Cooper. This episode is sponsored by Nerf Herder at Reggie's on 12/7: It's MERRY PUNKIN CHRISTMAS!
Chuck Garric (bass, Alice Cooper / frontman and guitar, Beasto Blanco) returns to Car Con Carne before an Alice Cooper gig at the Genessee in Waukegan. Discussed this week: Why do punk bands have the best names? Cannibalism! Chuck: Beast on stage, zen guy off stage. Chuck's eating habits. The relentless Alice Cooper tour cycle: "The highway is my home." What mishaps happen onstage with Alice Cooper? Beasto Blanco's latest album, "We Are." Since Chuck plays with Alice in Alice's band and Calico Cooper in Beasto Blanco, is he essentially a family member? That time when Alice drew the "devil's hand" in poker. When Chuck started playing with Ronnie James Dio: "I owe everything to Ronnie." Chuck's thoughts on the Dio hologram. Guitar music has to come back. The first record Chuck ever bought. The white lie Chuck told when he got the gig with Alice Cooper. This episode is sponsored by Nerf Herder at Reggie's on 12/7: It's MERRY PUNKIN CHRISTMAS!
When Chuck meets a fellow government agent with a double life he must decide whether to turn him in to Sarah and Casey
When Chuck's away, the Danimal comes out to play…
Kris is joined by very special guest, friend, skiing buddy, and founder of ChildCare CRM software, Chuck Gibbs. Kris and Chuck have much in common. They both started their businesses around early 2010 and are here eight years later, still great friends with a love for Colorado, working hand-in-hand on impacting the childcare industry and helping others toward their goals and dreams. In this episode, they do a deep dive on what you should be measuring in your business, some game-changing resources you can apply to your business, case studies and success stories on CRM, the specifics of how business owners can utilize ChildCare CRM to provide clarity around the enrollment funnel, as well as the use of automation so one can be enrolling people as they sleep or are on vacation! Now ChildCare CRM has the niche of providing the best software to improve enrollment and retention within childcare centers. Chuck’s software is now in over 2,500 schools in multiple countries, so he also shares an interesting take on childcare between countries and how his vision for his own business has grown and changed over time. He has started 19 companies, so he has some great and sound advice on challenges as an entrepreneur at every level. Key Takeaways: [3:37] Kris welcomes her guest, Chuck Gibbs. He shares his background and involvement in software in the childcare industries. [6:26] When Chuck first started, he reached out to over 100 different centers, and visited many of them personally. Only 37% of the time did they take his contact information and then only 20% of the time did he get followed up with. [13:48] Chuck speaks on how the original passion and dedication for changing the world and making a deep impact has stayed the same, but their goal has changed. At first, it was to improve communication and build a business that was a lifestyle business. Once he reached that goal he expanded his vision to impact more globally. [17:26] Both Kris and Chuck find being in a mastermind group with other entrepreneurs crucial to self-development personally and professionally. [30:01] Chuck shares some of his travel experiences as they relate to the childcare industry. He is surprised at how similar the experiences are. He cites New Zealand and Australia as having some of the most child-centered curricula. One of the key differences, however, is the tolerance for risk in the play areas. [32:14] Finding great people, knowing your metrics, focus, and perseverance are some of the top factors of success that Chuck has learned along the way. [43:02] Exciting new announcement! Kris has decided to bring back the Enrollment Bootcamp Challenge live training. It’s a five-week course that is the bread and butter of what she teaches and will be updated in 2018. More information on Enrollment Bootcamp. Mentioned in This Episode: Kris Murray Child Care Marketing Solutions Child Care Success Academy Enrollment Bootcamp Chuck Gibbs Blue Ocean Strategy, Expanded Edition: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make the Competition Irrelevant, by W. Chan Kim, Renée Mauborgne Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business, by Gino Wickman Conversational Capacity: The Secret to Building Successful Teams That Perform When the Pressure Is On, by Craig Weber
If you’re keen to live the expat life but overseas travel and cultures are not for you then why not consider being an expat traveler within your own country? Lots of people are doing it and todays travelers are no exception. Chuck and Lori Ros are combining the best of overseas travel with the chance to see more of the United States and they’re using a multiple of methods to cover the cost of their adventures including swapping work for travel, housesitting, house swapping and some very affordable one way cruise deals we’ll share with you on the show! They are loving their new life and don’t see themselves going back to the old one anytime soon. If you want to hear more about their new lifestyle and how you can enjoy the benefits of your own country affordably as an internal traveler then listen to what they have to say. You’ll find out more on their blog at www.chuckandlori.com What I learned from speaking with Chuck and Lori: Being flexible is a great way to take advantage of whatever’s going. These guys are very much making it up as they go along; but that’s half the fun of their adventure and gives them the chance to grab great cruise deals like the one way relocation from Miami to Barcelona If you’re looking at using your house as a lifestyle asset you need to choose what’s right for your market place. When Chuck and Lori first decided to use their home in Georgia for house swapping they struck the snag that no one really wanted to go to Georgia for a break! When they repositioned it as an executive house rental and started earning money they were able to tap into the corporate market in their region. If you want to see your house as an income earner or an expense offset think carefully about the market it is most likely to suit. Maybe the best answer is just to sell it! Again having a career that allows you to work on the road gives you the chance to top up with as little or as much income as you need. Chuck’s web design work really only ties up two days per week for him while giving him e freedom to move as he likes. If you’re current work isn’t portable is it time to start skilling yourself up in something that is?