Beyond the Rut: Create a Life Worth Living in Your Faith, Family, Career

BtR 006 – Be Intentional: Never Leave Your Closest Relationships to Chance

We plan for weddings, vacations, and hobbies, yet rarely plan to make our closest relationships better. We tend to think they will just work themselves out.  Is this a great approach for something so important?When it comes to marriage, we have to continue dating our spouse. This is not something that happens easily.  Life keeps on going and the next thing you know it has been 6 months since you spent time alone with your spouse.“The main way to resist the forces that pull us apart —the natural drift of marriage over time and the pull of the consumer culture —is to be a couple who carefully cultivates commitment and ways to connect over the years” - William DohertyIntentionality applies to your kids as well.  You have to get passed the closed door of a teenager and be purposeful in how you relate.We will give you some ideas on how to have an inexpensive and consistent date night. As you start to implement date night, you will be demonstrating to your kids that your marriage is the highest priority.  In doing this, you provide them with perspective and a sense of security.Also, share in the comments below some of the things you do to intentionally stay close in your closest relationships.Resources and LinksFree Range Kids www.freerangekids.comInvest in your marriage with a conference and getaway, WeekendToRemember.com and use Group Name "BeyondTheRut" to save $100 off the couple registration.Articles from Shawn's blog:Dads Need to Lead with Their EarsApathetic MarriageBook: The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts by Gary Chapman (2015 edition)Article: Living an Intentional Marriage - Marriage Message #165 from Marriage Missions International Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself.Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/aUHdSwhiNVU Music promoted by https://onsound.eu/ Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the show

BtR 005 – Overcoming Common Obstacles as You Pursue Your Dreams

You finally find the courage to do something out of the ordinary and pursue your dreams, the out of nowhere, obstacles seem to be everywhere. At first, they seem paralyzing. What if we told you that the vast majority of obstacles are only perceived, not real?Fear and doubt have robbed you of your future for long enough! In this episode, we walk through the five most common obstacles and provide some practical steps to help you overcome them and get back on the path."I've found that a substantial fraction of many people's days is spent worrying about what other people think of them.  If nobody ever worried about what was in other people's head, we would all be 33% more effective in our lives and in our jobs." - Randy Pausch from The Last LectureResources, Links and Quotes1. Perry Noble blog post "7 Differences Between a Coach and a Critic"  https://perrynoble.com/blog/7-differences-between-a-coach-and-a-critic-part-one?search=critic#search-modal2. "Don't share your dreams with people that don't dream." - John Maxwell3. "I write only when inspiration strikes.  Fortunately, it strikes every morning at nine o'clock sharp." Somerset Maugham4. BOOK -  Enemies of the Heart by Andy Stanley5. BOOK - The Last Lecture by Randy PauschGo to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself.Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/aUHdSwhiNVU Music promoted by https://onsound.eu/ Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the show

BtR 004 – Life Begins at the End of Your Comfort Zone

Do you have that nagging feeling that there has to be more to life than what you are currently experiencing? When you hear a story of someone putting it on the line, do you secretly envy them? If so, you're not weak or alone.  In fact, you are right where most people live their lives...in the Comfort Zone.The goal of getting out of the comfort zone is rarely about money.  Rather, it is typically about living a life of significance and pursuing a passion.Fear keeps most of us from every stepping foot into the unknown.  Is this fear even real?In this episode we dive into the "dangers" of never taking a risk. When you finally make a move, you may make mistakes, but of us that is far better than living a life of regrets.What's your bigger concern - fear of failure, or fear of success?If you have a story about how you stepped outside your comfort zone and started to pursue something meaningful, we would love to hear about it.Send us an email with your story to beyondtherut@gmail.com"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." - Neale Donald WalschIf you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod, subscribe to us on iTunes.If you have an Android device, Stitcher is the way to go.You can also use the ole fashion RSS feed link here.Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself.Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/aUHdSwhiNVU Music promoted by https://onsound.eu/ Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the show

Seven Simple Tips to Start a Daily Reading Habit

A reading habit can help you in your career, marriage, and more. Here are seven simple tips to start reading today!Start a Reading HabitA reading habit can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Not only can it provide enjoyment and knowledge, but developing a reading habit can also have a positive impact on your career, marriage, and more.If you’re looking to start a reading habit, here are seven simple tips to help you get started:Start small. Don’t try to tackle War and Peace on your first day. Instead, start with a shorter book or even just a few pages of reading each day.Set aside time each day for reading. Whether it’s 20 minutes before bed or on your lunch break, find a time that works for you and stick to it. Starting with just five minutes a day is better than nothing.Find a comfortable place to read. Make sure you have a comfortable chair, good lighting, and minimal distractions so you can focus on your reading.Try audiobooks. Whether you think you don’t like to read, or want something to consume while you drive your car, audiobooks add another way to consume the written word.Get an e-reader. An e-reader can make it easy to carry around a large number of books with you, so you’re never without something to read.Start with a topic you already enjoy.Be patient. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t see results immediately. It takes time to develop a reading habit, so be patient and keep at it.With these seven simple tips, you can develop a reading habit that will provide enjoyment, knowledge, and many other benefits. So what are you waiting for? Start reading today!Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself.Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/aUHdSwhiNVU Music promoted by https://onsound.eu/ Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the show

Life-Changing Ways to Take Advantage of Your Self-Talk

When you venture out to make your own path, your self-talk plays a critical role in either your failure or success. Let's talk about how to use self-talk to your advantage.How Self-Talk Has Power“Whether you believe you can, or can’t, you’re right.” Henry FordA friend of Beyond the Rut’s once shared that he was putting together a business plan. He has the financial backers he needed for the initial capital. Those backers felt he had the skills, experience, and plan to be successful, and they spoke with their wallets. They were ready, but was he? The conversation continued and his personal doubts surfaced. He wasn’t good enough. The plan wasn’t good enough. This may all be a mistake. I’m going to fail again. I can’t pay these people back if that happens. He was ready to throw in the towel and continue with his 9-to-5 job that he hated because it was the safer thing to do.That is when Brandon chimed in and reminded him that the biggest critic we will face will always be within ourselves. The friend snapped out of his downward spiral and began to tighten up the plan before launch.Your self-talk can make or break your success in many facets of life. All things being equal when faced with a task at work, the inner dialogue of “I’m in over my head” leads to a different action than “I have the experience and skills to get this done.” Which inner response above do you feel will produce positive results? The sad truth is that most of us will talk to ourselves in a way that we would never allow someone else to do to us. What we believe in ourselves can be seen by how we speak about ourselves and to ourselves. What does your inner dialogue say about you?Self-talk goes beyond the Saturday Night Live’s Stuart Smalley mantra of, “…and, Gosh darn it! People like me.”It is vital we win the battle of self-talk within us so we can win in the world around us.Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself.Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/aUHdSwhiNVU Music promoted by https://onsound.eu/ Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the show

BtR 001 – Introducing Beyond the Rut Podcast

Introducing Beyond the Rut PodcastWelcome to Beyond the Rut Podcast, a show about inspiring you to live the life you've always dreamed of. You may feel that you have shackled yourself to an average existence for way too long. If you have a desire and dream inside you that you’ve never acted upon, then listening to our show is for you.Shawn Albright and Brandon Cunningham introduce what you can expect from listening to our weekly episodes. This show is for you. Let us know in the comment below, Tweet us, comment on our Facebook Page, or send us an email. We will the opportunity to answer your questions, and especially honored to share your success stories on the Beyond the Rut Podcast.Join us every week on Beyond the Rut Podcast.Brandon CunninghamBrandon is the leader behind Beyond the Rut Podcast who approached Jerry Dugan from Family Time Q&A Podcast in early 2015 with the idea of helping people realize their dreams. Now, here we are. Welcome to the show, and thank you in advance for subsribing whether via iTunes, Stitcher, or RSS.Shawn AlbrightShawn is the content developer, the brains behind the content. If there is any semblance of a plan within this team, it is because Shawn asks the questions of what are we going to do, how are we getting there, and how will we make it successful? Basically, he's the dude asking all the questions. Brandon and Jerry get to come back and say, "Great question! That should be the next BtR episode."Jerry DuganWe mainly added Jerry's bio to get our word count up to the 300 word minimum to boost our SEO for this article. Shameless, we know. Seriously, Jerry works behind the scenes of Beyond the Rut Podcast, and is the voice of our intros and outros in each episode. On occassion, he will fill in as a host in the show.You can see the bios for the BtR Team here.If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod, subscribe to us on iTunes.If you have an Android device, Stitcher is the way to go.You can also use the ole fashion RSS feed link here.tCENlJeNq88CYz8MTIx9Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself.Support the showMusic Hopeful Camping Folk | Camping by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/aUHdSwhiNVU Music promoted by https://onsound.eu/ Go to BeyondTheRut.com/capsho for your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Click on BeyondTheRut.com/capsho to claim your free 14-day trial and see for yourself. Support the show