Finding Freedom: A Daughter's Final Conversation

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about a year ago 1:22:53

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Alli joins us again to share the conclusion of her healing journey through shamanic Reiki sessions, focusing on finding closure after her biological mother's passing due to addiction.
• Appreciating listeners who reached out with support and sharing similar experiences
• Describing the experience of loving an addict as a roller coaster of ups and downs
• Importance of setting boundaries despite others' opinions about family relationships
• Significance of angel numbers, particularly 555 representing freedom and independence
• Detailed account of the final Reiki session and communicating with her mother's spirit
• Learning her mother never felt "good enough" - same feelings Alli struggled with
• Validating moments that confirmed her mother's presence during the session
• Commitment to prioritizing mental health and leaning into faith
• Breaking generational cycles to be stronger for her daughter
If you're struggling with addiction or loving someone with addiction, remember it's okay to not be okay, but accepting help is essential. Take one step in the right direction today.
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Chapters

1. Allie Returns: Healing Through Shamanic Sessions (00:00:00)

2. Happy Cinco de Mayo Conversations (00:07:16)

3. The Impact of Sharing Her Story (00:09:58)

4. Loving an Addict: The Roller Coaster (00:18:26)

5. The Final Reiki Session Journey (00:34:10)

6. Validating Messages from the Other Side (00:53:37)

7. Putting Herself First and Finding Faith (01:13:27)

8. Gratitude and Moving Forward (01:21:34)

257 episodes

Finding Freedom: A Daughter's Final Conversation

Share The Struggle

published about a year ago

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Chapters

1. Allie Returns: Healing Through Shamanic Sessions (00:00:00)

2. Happy Cinco de Mayo Conversations (00:07:16)

3. The Impact of Sharing Her Story (00:09:58)

4. Loving an Addict: The Roller Coaster (00:18:26)

5. The Final Reiki Session Journey (00:34:10)

6. Validating Messages from the Other Side (00:53:37)

7. Putting Herself First and Finding Faith (01:13:27)

8. Gratitude and Moving Forward (01:21:34)

257 episodes

#Entrepreneur #Business #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Loud Proud American, Keith Liberty #Keith Liberty #Loud Proud American #Entrepreneurship #Story To Tell #Advice

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When God's Plan Meets Generosity 1:09:42

3 days ago1:09:42

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We explore how unexpected blessings can become powerful catalysts for change when we recognize and embrace them with gratitude. • Life often tests us hardest right before sending the solutions we need • Comparing ourselves to ducks – calm on the surface but paddling frantically beneath • The challenge of running a business without reliable transportation for our family and camper • How friends Matt and Sarah from Ledgeway Farm blessed us with their farm truck, plow, and trailer • The spiritual signs that accompanied this blessing (eagle sighting, protection numbers) • Learning to "assess and resolve" rather than panic during roadside emergencies • The importance of asking "Whose dream can I support this week?" • How helping others achieve their dreams creates positive energy that returns to you • Small acts of kindness can make enormous differences in others' lives • Finding gratitude in challenges helps transform them into stepping stones If you're enjoying what you're hearing, find us on social media @loudproudamerican on Facebook and YouTube, and @loud_proud_american on Instagram and TikTok. Thanks for supporting our American dream! If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Freedom Isn't Cancelled: Defending July 4th 39:23

10 days ago39:23

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Freedom of expression comes with responsibility, and when our nation's independence celebrations are targeted for cancellation, we need to examine what this means for our shared values and identity as Americans. • TikTok trends attempting to cancel July 4th celebrations have gained national attention • Celebrating Independence Day transcends political differences and administrations • The importance of maintaining patriotic traditions even during politically divisive times • Media narratives often fuel division rather than promoting unity through factual reporting • Recent violent incidents against Jewish Americans highlight broader concerns about extremism • The Boulder, Colorado attack by an Egyptian immigrant demonstrates failures in immigration enforcement • Celebrating with family creates meaningful traditions that honor our nation's founding principles • Holding our baby girl during fireworks this year will be especially meaningful as a celebration of freedom No matter which political party holds power, our independence is worth celebrating, and no attempt to cancel July 4th will diminish our patriotic spirit. Join us in proudly celebrating America's birthday. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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When Life Forces Change, Growth Follows 1:11:34

17 days ago1:11:34

1:11:34

What happens when life forces you to confront deep-seated negativity? My wife joins me to share her transformative journey in this powerful episode that examines how removing toxicity creates space for unexpected blessings. After losing her mother to suicide, my wife began evaluating every aspect of her life—relationships, possessions, and most significantly, her increasingly toxic workplace. Despite creating her referral department position from scratch and investing five years with the company, she found herself consistently overworked and underappreciated. The final straw came when management approached her the day after her mother's death, offering a nominal raise while simultaneously eliminating her title. Today, she reveals how this painful chapter led to an exciting new opportunity with Maine Health's Home Health and Hospice Services—a position that perfectly aligns with her strengths while offering the work-from-home flexibility her previous employer had promised but never delivered. Her story powerfully demonstrates how removing negativity creates space for positive change. We don't just discuss her experience—we provide actionable steps to help you eliminate negativity from your own life. From becoming aware of negative thought patterns to challenging them through reframing, practicing gratitude, surrounding yourself with positive people, and engaging in activities that bring joy, we offer a comprehensive roadmap for transformation. The first half of the show also features exciting updates about our Loud Proud American brand, including our new No-Tariff Guarantee that allows us to lower prices while maintaining our commitment to American manufacturing. Our t-shirts are now $25 and hoodies $50—proving that supporting local production doesn't have to cost more. Ready to transform your own relationship with negativity? Listen now, and don't forget our challenge: for every negative thought you catch yourself thinking, counter it with two positive affirmations. Your journey toward positivity starts with a single step. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Would You Start If You Knew Where You'd End Up? 45:56

24 days ago45:56

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Ever find yourself questioning whether the entrepreneurial journey is worth it? That moment when you look at the calendar, realize half the year has passed, and your goals seem further away than ever? You're not alone. After a transformative weekend of back-to-back events kicking off our busy "selly season" (that perfect blend of selling and silly that defines entrepreneurial life), I'm sharing the raw truth about what keeps me going after nearly five years in business. This Memorial Weekend marked not just the start of our busy season, but a profound realization - we're approaching five years of Share the Struggle Podcast without missing a single episode, alongside five years of building Loud Proud American from the ground up. The weekend reconnected me with fellow entrepreneurs, loyal customers, and my own purpose. Through conversations with like-minded business owners facing similar challenges, I rediscovered something powerful: the community that forms when we're transparent about our struggles creates strength we can't find in isolation. One conversation particularly struck home - "I give you credit for not giving up, for continuing to fight... and I know if you keep going, it's going to happen." Drawing from research and personal experience, I'm sharing five actionable strategies that will help you push forward when giving up seems like the only option. From expecting challenges to reconnecting with your why, these aren't just business tips - they're life practices applicable to any dream worth fighting for. The most surprising insight? If I could have seen where I'd be after five years of hard work, I probably wouldn't have started this journey. But the relationships built, personal growth experienced, and impact made can't be measured in simple metrics. Ready to transform your perspective on business challenges? Looking for that boost to keep pushing forward? This episode is your reminder that small victories matter, perseverance pays off, and the journey itself holds value beyond the destination. Plus, I'm thrilled to announce our acceptance to the Syracuse Nationals event - a testament that persistence eventually opens doors you've been knocking on. Subscribe to Share the Struggle Podcast and join our community of resilient entrepreneurs who are committed to never giving up, no matter what challenges arise. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Chances Have Consequences: Business Growing Pains 53:32

4 weeks ago53:32

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What happens when your business is growing 92% but you're still struggling with doubt, guilt, and anxiety? Welcome to the entrepreneur's paradox. Ever feel like you're being pulled in multiple directions at once? In this revealing solo episode, I dive into the complex emotions that come with balancing new fatherhood, business expansion, and pursuing the American dream on my own terms. After sharing some heartfelt appreciation for my wife's recent vulnerability on the podcast, I explore how our first "official" Mother's Day with baby Paisley outside the womb created one of those perspective-shifting moments that makes everything feel different. As the busy season approaches with back-to-back events at Ledgeway Farm, Bonnie Eagle Car Show, and Memorial Weekend at Bentley Saloon, I confront the overwhelming guilt that comes when pursuing your passion means disrupting everyone else's routine. My mom takes time off work, friends step in for childcare, and my wife adjusts her schedule—all so I can bet on myself. The weight of these dependencies creates a pressure unlike anything I've felt before. I share the raw truth about taking chances and their consequences. Our Florida venture didn't deliver the breakthrough we'd hoped for, forcing us to pivot strategies and postpone bigger dreams. Yet despite these challenges, our business is up 92% in net sales—proving that sometimes success doesn't feel like success when you're in the trenches. The episode culminates with exciting news after years of persistence: we've finally secured a triple-wide booth at the Freiburg Fair! While this expansion requires substantial investment, it represents the growth we've been pushing toward. Remember: anything unattempted remains impossible. If there's one message to take from this journey, it's simply never give up. The regret of not trying far outweighs the difficulty of waiting for success. What chances are you taking in your life? I'd love to hear about your journey in the comments or on social media. And if you found value in this episode, please share it with someone who might need this encouragement today. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Finding Freedom: A Daughter's Final Conversation 1:22:53

5 weeks ago1:22:53

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Alli joins us again to share the conclusion of her healing journey through shamanic Reiki sessions, focusing on finding closure after her biological mother's passing due to addiction. • Appreciating listeners who reached out with support and sharing similar experiences • Describing the experience of loving an addict as a roller coaster of ups and downs • Importance of setting boundaries despite others' opinions about family relationships • Significance of angel numbers, particularly 555 representing freedom and independence • Detailed account of the final Reiki session and communicating with her mother's spirit • Learning her mother never felt "good enough" - same feelings Alli struggled with • Validating moments that confirmed her mother's presence during the session • Commitment to prioritizing mental health and leaning into faith • Breaking generational cycles to be stronger for her daughter If you're struggling with addiction or loving someone with addiction, remember it's okay to not be okay, but accepting help is essential. Take one step in the right direction today. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Breaking Free: A Journey Through Shamanic Reiki 251 1:16:31

6 weeks ago1:16:31

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Alli returns to share her healing journey after opening up about her mother's tragic loss to addiction and suicide last week. • Sharing raw, vulnerable stories in real-time speeds up healing and can help others find their own path forward • Multiple listeners reached out after last week's episode to share their own struggles and some even requested to share their stories on the podcast • Alli explains she's "good" because the hard part - the constant worry about her mother - is over, allowing her to finally heal and grow • Shamanic Reiki healing combines traditional Reiki energy healing with shamanic practices to restore balance and replace negative energies • During her healing session, Alli worked through blocked chakras, particularly the throat chakra where she carried unexpressed feelings • The session revealed surprising symbols including an anteater as her spirit animal, connecting to real-life events like an ant infestation appearing in their home the day of her mother's passing • Alli's mother's spirit appeared during the session angry that Alli was healing, but the practitioner protected the healing space • The freedom Alli feels after her healing sessions comes from releasing the weight of anger, hurt, and disappointment she carried If you're struggling with loss or trauma, consider exploring alternative healing modalities alongside traditional therapy - they may provide powerful breakthroughs on your journey toward healing and freedom. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Loving an Addict: A Daughter's Journey to Healing 2:21:21

7 weeks ago2:21:21

2:21:21

The grip of addiction tears through families like a silent hurricane, leaving behind shattered relationships and broken promises. In this raw, vulnerable episode, we dive deep into what it truly means to love someone battling addiction – and the impossible choices that love sometimes demands. Through a daughter's heartbreaking journey growing up with addicted parents, we witness the devastating ripple effects that spread through generations. From enduring physical abuse as a child to protect her younger brother, to the repeated cycle of hope and disappointment as an adult trying to help her mother find sobriety, her story illuminates the complex reality faced by millions of families across America. What makes this conversation so powerful is its unflinching honesty about the hardest truth many never acknowledge: sometimes walking away is the only path to survival. "I wanted her happiness more than she did," she shares – a realization that ultimately led to setting boundaries that saved her own life and helped her build the family she never had but always deserved. This episode doesn't offer easy answers because there aren't any. Instead, it provides something more valuable – the permission to prioritize your own wellbeing, the understanding that you cannot save someone who doesn't want to be saved, and the hope that by sharing our darkest struggles, we might become the light that guides others toward healing. Whether addiction has touched your life directly or you know someone fighting this battle, this conversation will forever change how you understand the disease that makes someone "too selfish to see the havoc they've created or care about the people whose lives they've shattered." If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Maine's Betrayal of Women; Miss Maine Controversy 249 49:09

8 weeks ago49:09

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"Maine continues to cater to transgenders at the expense of women." This powerful statement opens a raw, honest conversation about a growing controversy in Maine's social landscape. Following the state's decisions about transgender policies in women's sports and prisons, attention now turns to the Miss Maine pageant, where the first-ever transgender contestant will compete in the traditionally female competition. The episode features deeply personal insights from a former Miss Maine contestant who shares her transformative experience competing at age 19. She describes the year-long journey of preparation, fundraising, community service, and personal growth that made the pageant so meaningful. With remarkable detail, she reveals the financial investment required and the sisterhood formed through shared vulnerability backstage. This controversy touches on fundamental questions about women's spaces and opportunities. The hosts discuss how the intimate nature of these competitions—including communal changing areas and the trust between contestants—creates environments specifically designed for women's empowerment. They question what happens when these spaces change, potentially making contestants uncomfortable or causing some to withdraw altogether. Drawing connections to other recent incidents where women's rights have been subordinated to transgender inclusion policies, the episode examines how this fits into a larger pattern in Maine and beyond. A surprising revelation comes when the former contestant shares her pageant program featuring Donald Trump (then-owner of Miss Universe) emphasizing opportunities specifically for "young women"—highlighting the stark contrast with current policies. Whether you're concerned about women's rights, interested in the complexities of gender politics, or simply want to understand the human impact of these policy decisions, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives from those directly affected. Join us for this crucial conversation about balancing inclusion with protecting spaces that have historically empowered women and girls. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Cell Block She: How Maine Lost Its Correctional Funding 248 52:46

9 weeks ago52:46

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Maine's transgender policies have cast the state into an unwelcome national spotlight, creating ripple effects that reach from schoolyards to prison cells and ultimately into living rooms of everyday families like mine. The federal government recently pulled $1.5 million in funding from Maine's Department of Corrections over its policy allowing transgender inmates to be housed according to their gender identity rather than biological sex. At the center of this controversy is a biological male who murdered his parents, now identifying as female and housed in a women's prison. Attorney General Pam Bondi made the federal government's position clear: "We will protect women in prison. We will protect women in sports. We will protect women throughout this country." Meanwhile, Maine's governor – ironically, the state's first female governor – continues implementing policies that fail to protect women and girls. What makes this policy debate personal for me is how it directly impacts my family. My brother, who has spent over ten years incarcerated and is nearing release, was set to receive four months in a halfway house to help him transition back to society. Due to these funding cuts, his prison sentence has been extended, and his rehabilitation program cut in half. The harsh reality: political decisions about gender identity are having real-world consequences for rehabilitation programs designed to help people rebuild their lives. The situation mirrors broader concerns throughout the state, including reports that dozens of Maine schools are hiding students' gender plans from parents. When policies prioritize ideology over practical considerations about safety, security, and family involvement, vulnerable populations often pay the price – whether they're women in prisons, girls in sports, or inmates seeking rehabilitation. I firmly support protecting women's safety and opportunities. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Can Social Media Boost Productivity? 247 55:46

10 weeks ago55:46

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I explore whether social media can actually increase productivity, sharing surprising results from a challenge my wife gave me to do TikTok Lives while working. This counterintuitive approach completely transformed my perspective on how social platforms can benefit my business. • My struggle with social media as both necessary for business and a massive distraction • How dopamine addiction creates a cycle of unproductivity and guilt • My wife's challenge to use TikTok Lives while working on hats • The unexpected result: seven straight hours of productive work while building relationships • Discovering that relationship-building online mirrors in-person sales success • The difference between quick dopamine hits versus sustained satisfaction from meaningful connections • How this approach could potentially solve my work-life balance challenges • Building a loyal, positive community across the country through authentic interaction Find me on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube at Loud_Proud_American to connect and watch future lives. I truly thank you for supporting my American dream. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Benign Myoclonus Of Infancy 246 1:35:33

11 weeks ago1:35:33

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The moment you notice something isn't right with your child, your entire world shifts on its axis. For us, that moment came when our six-month-old daughter Paisley began experiencing strange head-dropping episodes that would ultimately lead us on an unexpected 72-hour journey through fear, uncertainty, and eventually, profound relief. What started as a routine Friday quickly spiraled into a whirlwind of medical consultations that left us caught between two drastically different opinions. Our trusted pediatrician assured us these episodes were merely developmental—a six-month-old's muscles still learning to support a heavy head when tired. Meanwhile, neurologists reviewing the same footage urgently directed us to the children's hospital, using words no parent ever wants to hear: infantile spasms, potential epilepsy, developmental concerns. The hours spent in Barbara Bush Children's Hospital were simultaneously endless and fleeting. Watching technicians attach electrodes to our baby's head while she looked at us with confusion and betrayal tested every fiber of our being. Yet through it all, Paisley remained remarkably resilient, smiling and charming everyone who entered her room, becoming the unexpected bright spot for hospital staff during their difficult shifts. What this experience taught us transcends the medical diagnosis. When you're sitting in a hospital room, staring at your child connected to monitors, everything else in life—work stress, financial worries, petty grievances—simply evaporates. We found ourselves making silent promises to give up absolutely everything if it meant she would be okay. The profound clarity about what truly matters in life is perhaps the unexpected gift hidden within this terrifying experience. We're sharing this intensely personal journey because we know someone listening needs to hear they're not alone in their medical uncertainty or parental fear. If our story helps just one family feel less isolated during their own struggle, or encourages someone to trust their parental instincts, then exposing this vulnerable chapter of our lives will have been worth it. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Counting the Cost: A Bike Week Business Gamble 245 1:13:13

12 weeks ago1:13:13

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After our Daytona Bike Week adventure, we face the hard truth about whether the financial outcome justified the personal sacrifices made to attend the event. The tension between leaving family behind and achieving business results creates a powerful backdrop for exploring what "success" really means. • Financial results fell short of expectations despite positive relationship-building • Leaving a 5-month-old daughter behind created significant emotional struggle • Being positioned off the main path dramatically reduced foot traffic • Conversations with veteran vendors revealed this was an unusually slow Bike Week • Event organizers were also struggling, firing staff and making changes mid-week • Eagle sightings at key moments provided spiritual reassurance and connection to late father • Breaking even financially but gaining valuable experience for future events • Maintaining courage (the year's guiding word) meant pushing through despite challenges If you're enjoying the Share the Struggle podcast, find us on social media at Loud Proud American on Facebook and YouTube, or @loud_proud_american on Instagram and TikTok. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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The Bus, The Brotherhood, and The Big Son of a Bitch 244 57:45

13 weeks ago57:45

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After completing Loud Proud American's greatest challenge and biggest risk—attending Daytona Bike Week as a vendor—I reflect on this transformative adventure and the incredible relationships formed along the way. • Giving heartfelt thanks to Brian and Zach Pomerleau who put their lives on hold to help make this dream possible • Driving 26 hours straight in our converted school bus "Large Marge" from Maine to Florida • Navigating the challenges of our vendor location and campground situation at Cackleberry Campground • Operating on 3-4 hours of sleep each night while maintaining an intense schedule from 11am to past 3am • Meeting Lisa who became our unofficial tour guide and introduced us to key industry connections • Forming a brotherhood with country singer Daniel Johnson, leading to Loud Proud American's first musician sponsorship • Having a memorable encounter with WWE star Braun Strowman who accepted a shirt from our brand • Learning that relationships and connections are the true rewards of stepping outside your comfort zone • Recognizing that people are placed in our paths for specific purposes if we're open to those encounters Stay tuned for next week's episode where I'll break down the financial aspects and whether the rewards were worth the risks. If you found value in today's show please return the favor and leave a positive review and share it with someone important to you! https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/reviews/new/ Find all you need to know about the show https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.com/ Official Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077724159859 Join the 2% of Americans that Buy American and support American Together we can bring back American Manufacturing https://www.loudproudamerican.shop/ Loud Proud American Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Loudproudamerican Loud Proud American Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loud_proud_american/ Loud Proud American TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loud_proud_american Loud Proud American YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYQtOt6KVURuySWYQ2GWtw Thank you for Supporting My American Dream!…

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Balancing Dreams and Family: The Journey to Daytona Bike Week 40:01

14 weeks ago40:01