In Episode 045, Ruth Cowles shows how grandparents can have influence
With family often scattered far and wide, Ruth shows how to maintain thriving relationships with grandchildren even from a distance.
In Episode 044, Richard Duhaim describes Workamping and writing
What I liked most about Richard’s story was that he was pursuing his dreams of travel and adventure now, while he was still young enough to enjoy the experiences. In fact, he’s still adding items to his adventure list.
In Episode 043, Jeff Seckendorf describes his goal to set a bicycling endurance record in his 70s
What I admire most about Jeff’s story is that he is still setting goals in his 70s that motivate him to do something daily to reach that goal. Today, Jeff wants to help people identify and pursue their purpose, regardless of their age. So, he helped form the Institute of Purpose to show people how their lives can have purpose and meaning by simply focusing on ways to help others.
In Episode 42, Ever Nearer founder, Troy Stoneking, helps people become fully engaged in their Christian faith
Troy admitted his faith could be much stronger and far more involved than it was. He still attended church and led marriage classes with his wife, but it seemed to Troy that he was just going through the motions of his faith. He was not engaged with God during his quiet time, nor communicating with him throughout the day. So, Troy decided to go all-in and become fully engaged.
In Episode 041, Allen Lundy explains what led him to be a health coach
As Allen approached his 50th birthday, he started experiencing signs of aging, which included aches and pains as well as an overall lack of energy. Allen forgot what it felt like to feel good. He knew he needed to lose weight, and he watched some friends shed pounds rather quickly on the Optavia program.
In Episode 040, Mary Crimmins describes shifting from teaching to starting her own company
After COVID created extraordinary challenges for teachers, Mary decided to leave the classroom and start her own communications business. It was the fulfillment of a dream she harbored for years.
Dave and Laura Diehl describe turning tragedy into purpose in Episode 039
When Laura started blogging about losing their daughter, she and Dave realized they had been called into full-time ministry to give hope to grieving parents.
In Episode 038, Brenda Haire found fulfillment from obedience to God
Brenda’s approach to self-publishing is that it opens the door for anyone to write and produce a book. However, there remains a right way to do so in order for self-published authors to ensure their books can stand next to any traditionally-published books in bookstores without readers noticing a difference.
Mike Forrester describes his purpose for coaching men in Episode 037
Many men are haunted by discouragement, loneliness and depression; however, Mike said the antidote is to step out and be productive by actively seeking ways to make a difference.
In Episode 036, Kelly Mack McCoy describes how he gave up driving trucks to become a writer
When Kelly was in his 50s, the trucking company he worked for went bankrupt. Rather than be disappointed, he decided it was a good time to take his writing seriously. It was a dream Kelly harbored in his heart since childhood.