Episodes

Fear; is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat. Episode 111 starts with education on fear inspired by the book Jump dare to do what scares you in business and life https://jumpwithkim.com/ by Kim Perell https://kimperell.com/ When chasing dreams and trying big things fear is inevitable but when we change how we process fear and gain a better understanding we learn we have a choice and fear is only here to help us. Thi...

After episode 109 of Share The Struggle Podcast we truly felt the bad luck was behind us but as you will find out in today's episode it was only beginning. Loud Proud American gets hacked and our customer base gets spammed with fake invoices. Mission 2% the company's mission statement gets criticized by internet tough guys and keyboard Karens, punk kids yell obscenities at the LPA display but we take it all in stride and put it aside. When you have the mindset that on the other side of adversity...

This weeks episode is truly against all odds! After Winston the pet pig has a battle with death Keith and Alli experience a world of setbacks as they embark on the latest event for Loud Proud American The Topsham Fair. Campers, tuna cans, a strangers poo, brake lines and brake lights when all we need is a break! Sprinkle in record setting heat and these setbacks are hard to beat but when you stay together and think positive together everything gets better. https://www.sharethestrugglepodcast.co...

Everything we touch does not turn to gold, we miss more shots than we make, and we end up with more strikeouts than home runs. The answer is not a participation trophy, the key isn't to look the other way. The secret is to never let success get to your heart and never let failure get to your heart. The most recent failure for Loud Proud American fuels today's episode and Keith's quest for success. In a world and society that glorifies success and shames failing, we must realize it takes a tremen...

Alli joins the show to recap a milestone moment for Loud Proud American as they complete the first out of state event for the brand. The 14th Annual Live Free Or Die Tattoo Convention provided the perfect opportunity. Alli steps out of her comfort zone and creates a unique opportunity to judge a tattoo convention and an amazing opportunity for new friendships. They arrived at the event as the new kids on the block but left feeling like long lost friends. A late night good deed has Keith riding a...

Does life have you feeling like your in a rat race living on a hamster wheel working a dead end job or in a comfort career surrounded by unfulfilled friendships or a part of a toxic relationship? It's time to break the pattern and live your life's potential. On todays episode of Share The Struggle Podcast we identify our limiting factors and look for commonalities. Instead of waiting for the motivation to do something we take action and with the action comes the motivation. Episode 106 is a upli...

The first fair of 2022 is a success for Loud Proud American, with new faces, new friends, and continued support. A couple of surprising conversations and a moment to reflect on all the accomplishments provide the motivation to keep grinding. As July quickly fades away and Keith realizes we are closer to the start of 2023 than the start of 2022 it's critical we take the time to revisit our list of goals. The time is now to make 2022 a great year for you. Carve out 30 to 60 minutes to review, rese...

As America celebrates Independence Day Keith highlights the importance of having your own independence and the impact it has on healthy relationships. If you find yourself single now is the time to grow your independence, become self-reliant, and build your self-esteem while doing it. For everyone in a committed relationship, independence is happiness, you are not competing for independence you are connecting with it, and doing so builds trust and freedom. As we grow older we need to recognize o...

A special weekend fuels a special message that stresses the importance of trust. When you lose trust in media, in government, and in leadership you are left not knowing who or what you can trust. Our time-tested truths get replaced with fear and conspiracy the answer is in simple philosophies, common-sense ethics, core values, and trust. Today's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast is a lesson on trust and the benefits of trusting your tribe. Living a fulfilled life that empowers everyone aroun...

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Share The Struggle podcast has had a streak of difficult episodes we are changing directions today with this milestone birthday spectacular! Keith is joined by his best friend and beautiful wife Alli Liberty on her thirtieth birthday. A nostalgic look back to the year 1992 provides some comic relief and insight into some of Alli's favorite things. As you look back on turning thirty or look forward to it you can't help but reflect on your own life and all that has changed. Join Keith and Alli as ...

Sometimes we plan for fireworks and rainbows but we end up with heartache and sorrow. The plan for a fun-filled celebration 100th episode changes when Keith pays a visit to his brother to say goodbye. A long battle with Alzheimer's, and dementia is coming to an end for Dennis. The family continues its childish ways as Keith and his immediate family distance themselves and do what is necessary for Dennis. Today's show is a heartfelt transparent conversation between Alli and Keith that holds no pu...

Keith opens this week's episode with a somber tone as he reads all 21 names of the lives lost in Uvalde Texas. Reading the names leads to a heartfelt explosion of emotion that puts an emphasis on parenting and society's infatuation with violence. Gone are the days of the feel-good family stories of the Waltons they are replaced with murder mysteries and psychopaths on a killing spree. As main stream media continues to give copious amounts of coverage to the murderers and terrorists some parents ...

As the 2022 outdoor event season opens in the state of Maine Keith shares his preparation for a successful season for Loud Proud American. Building a game plan based on the results from his first year on the road he is able to develop strategy and tactics to increase the likelihood of success. When you do things for the first time you have no way of being fully prepared you are unable to accurately forecast the result or anticipate the problems. After a year filled with "first-time" events, Keit...

This week's episode of Share The Struggle podcast starts with having an uncomfortable conversation to cancel an event and maintain a relationship. Weighing the importance of potential gain vs core values to make the best decision. A 40th birthday party for a great friend gathers childhood friends and creates a nostalgic atmosphere full of memories. Keith wakes up feeling motivated and optimistic for the future these feelings fuel some thought and a great discussion. Discussion points and knowl...

Are things too good to be true? Are you waiting for the next shoe to drop? Are you awaiting the inevitable, that infamous not desirable event? When that tragedy strike's does it always come in threes? These toxic tricks of overthinking can keep you from living and fulfilling your life's potential. Today's episode is fueled by curiosity, recent life events, and a powerful message from the book https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Brene-Brown-audiobook/dp/B07DX6TNR1/ref Daring Greatly, it's not a...

Today's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast is inspired by the influential philosopher Alan Watts https://alanwatts.org/ and his infamous story of "The Chinese Farmer" The meaning behind the story is that you never know what will be the consequence of the misfortune or you never know what will be the consequence of good fortune. Keith hears this story for the first time when loyal listener and friend Scott Pettengill owner-operator of Freedom Designs. https://www.facebook.com/FreedomDesigns603...

Scarcity; is the never enough problem. Today's episode of Share The Struggle podcast is fueled by a Ted talk https://youtu.be/iCvmsMzlF7o and a book https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Brene-Brown-audiobook/dp/B07DX6TNR1/ref Daring Greatly, it's not about winning and losing its about courage in a world where never enough dominates and feeling afraid has become second nature from Brene Brown https://brenebrown.com/ Before we even sit up in bed before our feet touch the floor we are already ina...

If you want to learn how to build self-confidence you need to start by identifying your personal weaknesses. Keith shares some advice and lessons learned from reading the book "how to make people like you" by James W Williams. Take the time to write a list of times in your life when you felt shy and unconfident. This list will highlight what areas in your life you want to work on then make a condensed and specific list to identify key areas you want to target to work on. Without confidence, you ...

Urban Dictionary; Optimystic is a combination of optimistic and mystical used to describe a person whose optimism transcends physical reality and therefore manifests a higher level of existence through higher thinking During the pandemic, Keith stumbled into a weekly youtube special on Country artist Drake White's Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/drakew5/featured named Wednesday night therapy https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5U9ENwi51aOhDCwzRxGsTwMPlv-Xsu8P Drakes's weekly live ...

This week's episode of the share the struggle podcast is a difficult one to record. Keith planned a positive inspirational episode after a fulfilling weekend but after learning of the loss of two friends plans changed. Agonizing over the direction of the episode and struggling with his emotions Keith turns the microphone on and shares his wave of emotions raw, real, and as they happen. Dealing with the guilt of not spending time with a friend fighting for his life and processing the loss of two ...

Keith joins the worlds discussion on the slap heard around the world. After some laughs and lessons the conversation turns to an interesting weekend. Attending two Birthday parties 94 years a part Keith gains life perspective from a six year old and a one hundred year old. A common confidence and perspective, a don't care what others think attitude and carefree instinct that is admired by anyone that takes the time to pay attention. One is too young and inexperienced to know any different and th...

This week's episode of Share The Struggle Podcast starts with some insights from episode 088. Jill writes in with a couple of product recommendations for women to protect themselves and Keith provides an update on his brother Dennis. A restless night's sleep leads to a stiff neck and some in-depth research on worrying. Definition; Worry gives way to anxiety or unease allows one's mind to dwell on difficulty or trubles. Keith's desire to learn how to stop worrying leads to an article on www.help....

The show starts with a tribute to Stone Cold Steve Austin in honor of 3:16 day! Alli joins the show to discuss a recent experience that left her feeling unsafe and concerned. Her story inspires a conversation and fuels today's episode. Women make up over 50% of the American population and a large portion of them do not feel safe in America. An unwritten but well-known safety protocol, don't walk alone, put your keys between your knuckles, pack pepper spray, don't draw attention to yourself, tell...