SMFRThePodcast

Real life experiences, (very) short stories, and reminders we can all apply to everyday life. Hopefully thought-provoding, always down-to-earth along with a l'il stream of consciousness and humor.

You can access over 250 SMFRThePodcast 5-10 minute audio episodes and YouTube 1 minute shorts below, which are uploaded several times a week. Note: There are no duplicates; often there's one YT short and an accompanying longer audio episode on the same subject.

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Aug. 13, 2026

Take A Break (Do It For YOU!)

Take a break... do it for YOU! Small or extended, getting away from work or a less-than-fun situation does wonders for our mental health right? So even if you've got stuff backed up and you don't see a break in the proceedings - do it anyway. Organize and set things up for when you get back, or heck, just walk away and deal with it later. Yes this is a recurring theme here but so doggone important. Remember: WE are #1 and we have to look out for #1. Love all y'all!

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Aug. 11, 2026

Calmness Is Power!

Calmness is power... and you what else? It's confidence. When we stay calm in the face of a daunting situation it conveys strength to all involved. Pausing before we speak, not getting dragged into a pointless argument - all leads to respect and shows leadership. It's simple things such as this that show others (and proves to ourselves) that we are in control and on top of things. Oh yeah. Love all y'all!

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Ep104: Peace of Mind (How To Find It and Keep It!)

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Aug. 10, 2026

Ep104: Peace of Mind (How To Find It and Keep It!)

Peace of Mind... not just a great song by the band Boston, but something we dearly need in our lives. Kind of in the "take a break" category but also more encompassing. Peace of mind is more of a lifestyle change and concerted effort to chill and be happy in our own skin. Anyhoo, this l'il podcast points out seven ways to find it and keep it. Credit to verywellmind.com and you know I love all y'all! Support the show

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Aug. 10, 2026

Peace Of Mind (Getcha Some!)

Peace of mind... something we should never lose sight of, especially in these crazy times. It's so easy to get all balled up in the day's events that we forget to take time to chill. Just to meditate or take a small break for our mental and physical health. Yup I kind of bring this up a lot but it just can't be overstated. Sooooo take a break and remember that I love all y'all!

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July 16, 2026

Be The Thermostat Not The Thermometer!

Be the thermostat not the thermometer! In other words let’s control ourselves and our environment, in contrast to letting others control us (triggered?). Hard to master but once we do, the anxiety drops and so does worthless frustration and - you betcha - our blood pressure as well. Try it you’ll like it. Love all y’all!

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Ep103: The Most Powerful Skill We Can Develop!

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July 15, 2026

Ep103: The Most Powerful Skill We Can Develop!

The most powerful skill we can develop is in staying in control of our situation. Rather than react to others, let's be the boss of ourselves and act - not react. It may take a while for us to develop this skill but it makes all the difference over the course of our daily lives. To use an analogy, let's be the thermostat (in control) rather than the thermometer (the receiving end of it all). Makes senses so let's give it a whirl for a happier more positive life. Love all y'all. PS Yup that's my

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