Freedom Life Journey Podcast
29 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsJamie and Ruthie pull back the curtain on their personal life and share how they have grown their dream life by expanding their vision, developing a successful mindset and building a profitable business. They share helpful tips and tools so you can do the same.
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Expanding your level of leadership
March 30, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 22.1 MB"The higher you want to climb the more leadership you need." John Maxwell. In today's episode, Jamie and Ruthie discuss leadership.
The Upper Limit
October 12, 2020 14:14 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBWhat is the Upper Limit challenge? Ruthie and Jamie explain the concept of the upper limit challenge and how we sabotage future success we desire. We have limiting beliefs and other issues that hold us back. Get clarity on your limits and get ready to make the big leap! Resource of the week Gay Hendrick The big leap.
The Fear of Failure
September 28, 2020 14:25 - 19 minutes - 24.5 MBWhat You Can Do About Your Fear of Failure "Our greatest glory is not in never falling; but in rising every time we fall." ~Confucius What if falling was a nature part of the success in life? How do you define failure? We need to know what failure is to us. "You miss 100% of the shots you never take." Wayne Gretzky Brian Tracy says instead of failure let's call it feedback. Coach Ruthie Facebook Page Video https://www.facebook.com/270572966626914/videos/4...
Pick Yourself
September 14, 2020 13:11 - 25 minutes - 29.8 MBIf you don't believe in yourself, how are you going to be a qualified candidate? Having confidence in yourself is what grows into the character you need to move up. Jamie at Benders before doing MBA studies & switching careers. The American Abolitionist Frederick Douglas was "Committed to freedom, Douglass dedicated his life to achieving justice for all Americans, in particular African-Americans, women, and minority groups. He envisioned America as an inclusive nation stren...
The Best investment you can make
August 31, 2020 08:30 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBWe've all heard it said there is no better investment than in yourself. In today's episode, Jamie and Ruthie talk about how only 25% of people actually do this. Are you in the percentage of people who invest in themselves or in the majority of the 75% that don't? If you not investing in yourself don't worry it's never too late to start. Jamie and Ruthie share ways to start investing in your personal development today. Resource of the episode. Jeff Olsen The slight edge
How to get anything what you want
August 17, 2020 15:05 - 26 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie share a process of 5 simple steps to achieving a goal. Instead of calling this goal-setting, they call it "going after what you want" Step 1: identify what you want. This first step is crucial. Be specific and define it. Example. I want to lose 10 lbs by September 1st, or I want to sell my car by next week. Step 2: Research/resources A. Learn about the topic B. learn about the Obstacles C. Time & Investment. (What is the cost of pursuing yo...
Victim Mentality and Becoming a Person of Action
August 03, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 37.3 MBAre You a Victim or are you a Person of Action? Exploring Our Post-Pandemic Mindset and Changing it for Good "Something bad happened to me!" We can process the emotion in the best possible way. We all have a person of action and a victim inside of us. When a problem comes, we can blame others. But if we choose to become a person of action we decide this is OUR problem. Making the shift out of the default victim to the transforming Person of Action. Notice ...
The Opportunity in Leveraging Your Property
September 21, 2019 18:08 - 32 minutes - 31.9 MBOn today's show, Jamie & Ruthie Slingerland talk about the opportunities found in the short term rental market. In this episode, you're invited to: Get over the hesitation to test out short term rentals for yourself Explore the options available as a host/guest Tap into a new stream of income using what you already have Be curious about what's possible Connect with your deeper desires through hospitality/generosity Release your space to benefit & bless others Connect wi...
The 5 Phases of Freedom
September 11, 2019 12:28 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBA year from now you will either be celebrating newfound freedom or feeling stuck. Where phase are you in? 1-Dream & Design Phase: What's possible? Creative process as you imagine what your life could look like? Allow yourself to be playful. Open yourself up to new resources. 2-Demo Phase: Executing phase. Saying yes to move toward a new life means tearing down walls and removing the unnecessary junk. Purging & pruning. 3-Difficulty Phase: Hitting a wall. This is where a couple might...
The Tool of the Enneagram
May 31, 2019 16:00 - 32 minutes - 32.3 MBOn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie share their interview with Teresa McCloy on her podcast The Enneagram in your Realife Podcast. Interested in taking the Enneagram Assessment? Contact Ruthie at [email protected]. Connect with us on social media: Facebook Instagram Jamie on LinkedIn Ruthie on LinkedIn
Start living your dreams.
May 12, 2019 16:00 - 20 minutes - 16.3 MBOn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie share 2 steps to help you start living your dream.
Help! I'm in a Funk
April 30, 2019 22:31 - 17 minutes - 13.6 MBEver have a slump or get caught in a Funk? On this episode, Jamie and Ruthie talk about 2 simple ways that work to help get you out of a funk. Interested in being coached by either Jamie or Ruthie? Call or text Jamie at 615-801-6577 Call or text Ruthie at 615-972-0051
Smart Device-Negative Consequence
April 12, 2019 15:25 - 21 minutes - 23.4 MBAnyone who wants a better relationship must have healthy boundaries around their devices. In this episode, Jamie and Ruthie discuss three negative consequences that result from not having limits around our smart devices. Don't miss this powerful episode. You will learn: The high cost of overusing our devices The unconscious choice we're making The effect it has on our mind It's in your hands to get wise about using your device proactively. Resources mentioned in this episode: S...
Conquering the Budget
March 28, 2019 03:04 - 26 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode, Jamie & Ruthie share how to start a budget and begin taking charge of your money together. They share their personal struggle with money before they finally got on the same page. Don't lose track of what you're making and let's have a conversation about money. Resources mentioned in this episode: Everydollar: Spend Less Time Budgeting; Budgeting App by Ramsey Solutions Mint Budget Tracker & Planner Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss Continue the conversation wi...
The Dreaded B Word
March 17, 2019 21:24 - 19 minutes - 21.8 MBAre you being intentional with your money or is your money drifting away? What do you think about budgeting? Is it almost like a bad word in your house? People often have a visceral reaction to the word Budget. We know because we felt the same! Uninterested at first followed closely by: "Ugh!" But, after a few budget meetings we finally got the hang of living on a budget. We where hooked! More cash for the things that really matter? Sign me up! On this episode, Jamie and Ruthie ta...
The Hidden Benefits of Obstacles
March 01, 2019 00:46 - 21 minutes - 45.6 MBAs we walk through life we will face adversity and obstacles. We might as well accept them as benefits. Everyone should learn from their obstacles because they are a necessary part of life. Accepting obstacles as a part of our 'life training' can allow for a tremendous value in our marriages and families. In this episode we share: three obstacles we faced while paying off our debt the opportunity we saw in each obstacle the two benefits of accepting obstacles that come while we bu...
Dating Your Spouse
February 11, 2019 16:15 - 20 minutes - 38.2 MBOn this Valentine's Day episode, Jamie and Ruthie share why it's vital to the health of marriage to date on a regular basis. Together they discuss: Why important things, like dating your spouse, gets pushed aside. The excuses we tell about dating. Zig Ziglar's quote on teeth reminds us that just like we undervalue our teeth, we may be undervaluing our marriages: "Only brush the ones you wanna keep." Jamie says: "Only date the wife you wanna keep." Stop right now and make an appointm...
Everyone needs a mentor
January 23, 2019 15:56 - 18 minutes - 14.8 MBYou know what it feels like to walk in the dark? How trekking through a new forest at night without a flashlight can send a chill down your spine? You hear shaking in the trees or a howl in the distance. Not to mention, you don’t know where your headed and can’t see where you’re going. This is how it feels to go through life without a mentor. A few weeks ago, we read a “Create your own Adventure” book to our four children. It was all about this group of young hikers going up Mount ...
Our Debt Journey: How We Turned Our Life Around
January 15, 2019 17:00 - 19 minutes - 15.3 MBChanging your life can start today. Jamie and Ruthie share how they turned their life around by taking control of their finances, being honest about debt and working together toward financial freedom. Listen to Jamie speak to a live audience, a group of men, how every man can change their life. What's next for you in 2019? In this new year, what can you and your spouse do to turn your life around? Be inspired to take your own steps toward change and financial freedom. The Entrepren...
Do New Year's Resolutions really work?
December 30, 2018 20:56 - 16 minutes - 13 MBMany people come up with a New Years resolution the last week of the year. Ruthie and Jamie explain that 8/10 people never accomplish their goal and accept failure by valentines' day. Step away from the the masses and join the 20% of people who are truly committed to to a year of success.
How to avoid burn out this Christmas
December 18, 2018 22:25 - 20 minutes - 22.5 MBJamie and Ruthie know from experience what burnout looks like. In this episode they share how saying no to the crazy is so worth it.
Don't Get Lost in the Marketing Madness
November 28, 2018 03:29 - 12 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode, Jamie and Ruthie discuss the messages sent through marketing, the meaning behind the advertisements during the most magical time of the year. What's Christmas really about? It's definitely not about retail therapy. Gain insight and encouragement to do Christmas differently this year.
The Antidote to a Victim Mentality
November 19, 2018 01:28 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MBJamie and Ruthie talk about the importance of thanksgiving and share insights on practicing an attitude of gratitude. Resources mentioned in this podcast: Brene Brown "The Gifts of Imperfection"
Moving Out of a Poverty Mindset
October 22, 2018 14:23 - 16 minutes - 19 MBIs money evil? Is the topic of money something you struggle with? Would you like to change the way you think about money? In this episode, Jamie and Ruthie uncover the reasons why money is a resource and a tool and how you can start creating a positive perspective around money. Recommended resources: The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki The Millionaire Next Door by Stanley & Danko
Are you Watching your life away?
October 08, 2018 01:47 - 16 minutes - 13 MBTV Therapy: How screen time is stealing life out of your years Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland share insights on the opportunities missed by filling our life with unlimited screen time, help you identify if this is an obstacle, and how to start change. The Nielson Research Group says the average American watches an average of 4.5 hours of tv a day. A couple could be spending over 60 hours a week on tv and missing out on the potential of making $1500 a week if you were paid $25 an h...
The Value of Travel
September 24, 2018 03:38 - 17 minutes - 20.3 MBWhy Travel: In this episode. we talk about the value of travel. Why is travel a part of a freedom-filled life? Travel is important to us as a couple and as a top value for our family. Before we were married, travel was an important thing for us as individuals. Once we were married travel was more difficult but we cleaned up our consumer debt and slowly started to travel. We began traveling regularly in 2013. Before they knew how to travel as a family, Ruthie took he...
Working from Home with Young Children
September 17, 2018 16:00 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MBWould you like to start a business while raising a family? Working from home with young children can be a challenge but it's possible and it's worth it! Join Jamie and Ruthie Slingerland as they share what they've learned from working from home with young children. Listen to this conversation to discover how to enjoy being together as a family AND still get some work done. This episode will help you: Accept the challenges when working from home with children. Tap into your n...
Dealing with Conflict In Marriage
August 31, 2018 03:07 - 24 minutes - 25.9 MBIf your marriage doesn’t experience conflict you may be headed for trouble. This sounds like an oxymoron. Avoiding conflict or dealing with disagreements may lead to resentment and deeper hurt. Patrick Lencioni says "Great relationships are built on the ability to disagree". He speaks about doing conflict well in his presentation of The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team: https://youtu.be/inftqUOLFaM When share our struggle or our issue with our spouse in a healthy way, we allow the relationshi...
Intro Episode To The Freedom Life Journey Podcast
August 29, 2018 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBIn this episode, we're introducing ourselves and sharing what values anchor the Freedom Life Journey Podcast, who we are for and what topics to expect in upcoming episodes. This show is about helping you discover what freedom looks like for your family. Are you looking to build more financial freedom into your life? Maybe you want to work from home so you can spend more time with your family. How about adding more margin into your life? Topics to be discussed in future episodes: ways t...