This is a True Story Podcast

19/01/2022

The why and how I became a minimalist. I believe that minimalism is an extremely good tool for those struggling financially, physically (adaptive) and more. Hit the link if interested.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/why-i-became-a-minimalist/

Why I Became a Minimalist. This is my minimalist story and how I came to embrace a a minimalist lifestyle.

07/12/2021

What is the medicinal/healing power of camping alone and how can this practice help you?

Today, Scott Carnahan presents his very true and transformative story of healing through the practice of camping alone and solo travel. He also talks about reclaiming spaces by building new memories.

Scott Carnahan is a director, producer, artist, photographer, dreamer, roamer, writer, storyteller and more. Scott has an intensely impressive platform with deep writings and incredible images. I really enjoyed my time with Scott and I hope you enjoy as he presents The Medicinal Power of Camping Alone.

More about Scott Carnahan...Scott is an adventurer. He states, "Camera over my shoulder, notebook in my pocket. A dreamer roaming the world looking for the good frame and the right words."

https://www.livingadaptive.com/the-medicinal-power-of-camping-alone-scott-carnahan/

What is the medicinal/healing power of camping alone and how can this practice help you? Today, Scott Carnahan presents his very true and transformative story of healing through the practice of camping alone and solo travel. He also talks about reclaiming spaces by building new memories. Scott Carna...

18/11/2021

My schedule was full of responsibilities. I had a bunch of social commitments I didn’t want to attend. My email and home inboxes were full of stuff. In my quest to get after life, my list of goals kept growing and many weren’t essential. When acquaintances, non-profits or other entities asked for help I almost always said yes...and while all this was going on I was having health complications. My body was breaking down and I was losing a bit of my mobility. I needed to learn how to opt out.

Read or listen here
https://livingadaptive.medium.com/opt-out-and-reclaim-your-life-aa16289ed5c6

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https://www.livingadaptive.com/opt-out-and-reclaim-your-life/

My schedule was full of responsibilities. I had a bunch of social commitments I didn’t want to attend. My email and home inboxes were full of stuff. I paid for a bunch of packages, but I really only used one service. In my quest to get after life, my list of goals kept growing and…

22/10/2021

Once you give yourself the permission to stop trying to do it all, to stop saying yes to everyone, can you make your highest contribution towards the things that really matter. This is the idea of essentialism.

When I eliminated as much nonessential stuff from my life as possible, I then found a surprisingly small list of essential things I needed to do. With this new time I found, I was able to focus more on family, adventure, podcasting and writing.

I believe the idea of essentialism is easy to grasp and a good method to prioritize your life...because...if you don't prioritize your life then someone else will prioritize it for you.
Check out this read I just posted if you're interested in learning how essentialism may improve your life. This is also available in audio form.

https://livingadaptive.medium.com/essentialism-doing-more-with-less-f1c6509dc9fb

If you don’t prioritize your life then someone else will prioritize it for you.

21/10/2021

Years ago I sat down and went over what I wanted from life. One thing I focused on was to avoid a career where I missed out on being available for my kids. I realize that I am very lucky to achieve this goal up to the present day. Finding work/life balance is definitely a significant challenge. I just aired the story of finding work/life balance while still chasing some dreams. Andre Le Brocquy The Life Couch witnessed his father work incredibly hard for his family, but by working so hard, his father sacrificed his health and precious time. Andre has a pretty interesting response. I believe this story will really hit for those of you looking to achieve work/life balance. If you got 30 mins then give a list by hitting the link below.

The presenter for this story is Andre Le Brocquy and he’s a speaker, voice artist, coach and more...but most of all he is a family man. Today he presents his transformative story of turning his attention from his career and instead towards helping others find success, especially fathers.

Find your favorite app here,
https://www.livingadaptive.com/achieving-balance-andre-la-brocquy/

Listen on Spotify here,
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4pIJWCBXkMv4vJCG3CnMtR?si=q16nXPtgR4OxVm1uEz7pTg

12/10/2021

When I left my undergrad I received a relatively high paying job offer. I remember thinking about the financial security this income would provide, my new ability to buy lots of stuff like a luxury car, a big house in a sought after neighborhood and more. I also remember thinking, this doesn’t feel right, what’s the end game? Work a lot and buy stuff? Is this how I want to spend the rest of my life? Do I want to spend lots of hours away from what I really enjoy in order to purchase home upgrades, luxury cars, whatever?

I ended up rejecting this job offer.

Crisis averted.

I eventually did find balance where I could support my family while pursuing various passions. Things have since evolved.

I just aired the story “This is It” by Colin Wright on This is a True Story Podcast . On a much grander scale than mine, Colin rejected a very lucrative career, sold or gave away everything that couldn’t fit in his suitcase and began his life as a full-time traveler and writer (Exile Life). He’s often credited as the voice of the digital nomad movement and one of the major and original voices within the minimalist world. Minimalism is just a small piece of Colin. He’s written books, periodicals, has two highly successful podcasts and speaks all over the world on various subjects. His words and actions have impacted me and have the potential to impact you. He’s refined and impactful. Give a listen as Colin presents This is It. After his presentation we talk with Colin. Find on all podcast apps and using the link below.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/rejecting-wealth-to-pursue-something-more-colin-wright/

Have you walked away from money in order to pursue something more meaningful? If so, how did this move turn out for you?

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07/10/2021

Would you turn your back on guaranteed huge financial success and instead pursue a life of minimalism, writing, podcast creations and full-time travel?
Today, the very notable Colin Wright presents his very true and transformative story regarding the experiences that led him to move away from a career of financial wealth and instead towards a life of full time travel, minimalism, and building his impressive platform. Colin Wright is truly a brilliant mind and difference maker. Tune-in to hear Colin present "This is It."
Colin Wright is a massively talented author, speaker, and he hosts the highly successful podcasts Let's Know Things & Brain Lenses. Colin is the writer behind Exile Lifestyle.
More about Colin Wright. Colin is featured in several documentaries including Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things.
More about Colin Wright
Colin is an author, podcast host, and generalist maker-of-things. Colin presents to audiences worldwide at conferences, universities, and on the periodic national or international tour. Colin spends most of his time learning, making things that he hopes will be of value, and striving to grow as a person—in terms of physical and mental health, knowledge, resiliency, and overall capability. Colin is well known for his approaches to life and this includes building his incredible platform Exile Life where he talks about many phenomena including minimalism.
Prior to Covid, Colin was traveling the world full-time since approximately 2009, and according to Colin, "for most of that time I had my readers vote on what country I would move to next every four months or so."
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/4KWiM4ZFR1dmwRBFIVlz9l

Apple
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-a-true-story/id1548625406

Links to listen oon every other major podcast app and more info
https://www.livingadaptive.com/rejecting-wealth-to-pursue-something-more-colin-wright/

29/09/2021

Idea Episode: Declutter Your Mind and Life with The Minimalist Practice of a Packing Party.

This idea episode is for those that are feeling overwhelmed by stuff. This practice has helped me move from working for all this stuff in my home and feeing overwhelmed to instead minimizing much of this stuff and making what remains work for me. Thanks to The Minimalists for the packing party idea. Decluttering the home has helped to declutter my mind.

If you believe this episode might bring value to others then please do share.

Select link below or listen on your favorite podcast app.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/idea-declutter-your-mind-and-life-with-the-minimalist-practice-of-a-packing-party/

24/09/2021

What makes this extreme adventure athlete tick? Listen to Jim Jennings present why he chases the most extreme of adventure. Jim Jennings is an elite adventure athlete. He’s chased crazy adventures as a skydiver, BASE jumper, glider pilot and so much more and he presents his very true and transformative story on This is a True Story Podcast . Find This is a True Story Podcast linked below and on all podcast apps. You can select your favorite podcast app once you select the link below.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/adventure-changed-my-life-base-jumper-skydiver-and-adventure-athlete-jim-jennings/

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23/09/2021

How can adventure change your life? I mean legit adventure. Today, notable adventure athlete Jim Jennings shares how taking flight changed his life. By taking flight I mean BASE jumping, skydiving, gliding and more. After Jim presents his story, we then jump into his head and also learn about the cool s**t he's doing.

Jim Jennings suffered a TBI and other complications after an accident. Post accident Jim felt very hopeless at points. What helped in his recovery was an introduction to flying, and by flying, I mean skydiving, BASE jumping, gliding and more. This is a very true and transformative story that you don't want to miss.
https://www.livingadaptive.com/adventure-changed-my-life-base-jumper-skydiver-and-adventure-athlete-jim-jennings/

How does adventure improve one’s life?   More about Jim Jennings!     https://www.instagram.com/thisisatruestorypodcast/   https://www.instagram.com/living_adaptive/ Review This is a True Story Review Living Adaptive

10/09/2021

Rhonda Ramsay's story impacted me, listeners and many others. I remember encountering Rhonda's platform The Pink Project and knowing that I must capture her story of adapting to the highest of adversity.

I am airing a remastered version of Rhonda's story on This is a True Story. You can support the Ramsay family by donating using this link below. Much love to Ryan Ramsay and family.
https://gofund.me/e518a7bf

Listen on other apps or on your browser
https://thisisatruestory.libsyn.com/a-tribute-to-rhonda-ramsay

Listen on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/70vuuLHLFnHb7PFotqLD08?si=kXZSPE8mSa6F0w568NJ2Ug&dl_branch=1

07/09/2021

Much love to Rhonda Ramsay and Ryan Ramsay. Rhonda is a very special person. I feel honored to have cover her story. She's an incredible warrior that battled for many years. My heart aches for her family. You can learn more about Rhonda by using the link below.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-rhondas-girls

I was such a novice and Rhonda was super amazing. Really thankful to get to know her.

Hello all you loving and kind people, I'm putting this together for my dear Sister (in-law) who's dyi… Doug Ramsay needs your support for Help Rhonda's girls

26/08/2021

“Say your goodbyes, they told my family. She is not expected to live.”Just days before, SaraMae Hollandsworth was the picture of health sprinting up stadium stairs with her bootcamp clients in preparation for an upcoming fitness competition and half marathon. Now she lay, on the brink of death...while she was in a coma, she was experiencing the fight of her life both physically and spiritually.

This is a very true and incredibly transformative story. Listen to the rest of this story on This is a True Story Podcast found on all podcast apps and by using the link below.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0y7xeQG01L5lgeIZC1Qq8S?si=pyS_iUVeT0OjAlhq3TJa8A&dl_branch=1

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24/08/2021

If Your Life Should Fall Apart...This is a story of a high performing athlete that got an infection that almost took her life. SaraMae Hollandsworth was on life support, lost both her legs, left a toxic relationship, lost some of her identity and more. I've covered countless stories of individuals facing adversities and this is one of the best. Despite the adversities, SaraMae Hollandsworth regrouped and became one of the best adaptive athletes on earth. Really, she's one of the best athletes on earth, not just adaptive.

SaraMae Hollandsworth is a writer, speaker, transformational coach, athlete and my friend. I don't know if SaraMae breaks, but if she does, she rebuilds and moves forward. She's lifted up many. If you're lost or hurting right now, check out SaraMae Hollandsworth by using the links below. Her platform is full of authenticity and much goodness.

Stream using the link below and find on all podcast apps. If your ears have 30 minutes then take a dive into an incredible transformative journey!

https://www.livingadaptive.com/if-your-life-should-fall-apartsaramae-hollandsworth/

This is a story of a high performing athlete that got an infection that almost took her life. Saramae was on life support, lost both her legs, her relationship, some of her identity and more. I’ve covered countless stories of individuals facing adversities and this is one of the best. Despite the ...

10/08/2021

How to become okay when things don't feel okay. This story focuses on Lisa Gerard Braun’s Lisa Gerard Braun adoption story and the challenges, feelings surrounding this experience, meeting her birth mom, and eventually a transformation from uneasiness to acceptance and peace.

Lisa Gerard Braun is a writer that dreams to inspire the world to spread peace, joy, and love. Today, Lisa presents A Message to My Birth Mom.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/a-message-to-my-birth-mom-a-transformative-adoption-story-by-lisa-gerard-braun/

08/08/2021

This article is really flattering. This provides insight into the behind the scenes communications when building shows/content and talks about my own transformative story. Big thank you to Lisa Gerard Braun.

I truly love what I do…💛🌎

https://medium.com/finding-greatness/one-transformative-man-c0292ad9097

Building Communities and Living Adaptive

30/07/2021

Today, prolific personal development author Jordan Gross Getting COMFY presents I Asked 6 Homeless People “What is the Happiest Part of Your Day?” and the Answers Brought Tears to my Eyes. Jordan Gross is an author focusing on personal development. Jordan is also an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and all around good dude. His writing will bring optimization and joy to your life.

In this story, Jordan states, “In studying happiness, I questioned, who are or should be the unhappiest people? This is who I was going to interview. Understanding what makes the unhappy happy, puts happiness in its simplest form and should give tremendous hints into what I need to be happy each and every day as well.” Listen now and hear what Jordan discovers.

https://thisisatruestory.libsyn.com/asking-the-homeless-what-is-the-happiest-part-of-your-day-jordan-gross

17/07/2021

This week there’s not a new episode for

I am taking time to reconnect with nature. A new episode will release next week. Much love

07/07/2021

“Instead of wishing for a tender hand to comfort us, the calm touch of a selfless partner, we fear the strong hand that wants to tame us.” Vanessa Torre presents “We’ll Be Feral by the Time You Find Us” and then sits with us to share the story behind her story.

Vanessa Torre describes herself as a flaming pinball, nerd, music lover, wine snob, and horrible violin player. She’s also a talented writer with a strong platform.

https://thisisatruestory.libsyn.com/well-be-feral-by-the-time-you-find-us-vanessa-torre

01/07/2021

"In a hostel, friendships are measured by openness, not by time. It's amazing how fast people go from strangers to dear friends. To dear family, really. I am constantly making friends and losing friends as they travel onward. But when time together is short and transient, walls seem to come down faster. We would rather be ourselves, be vulnerable, than be cool." Alla Gonopolsky and her partner own and operate a hostel in Mexico (this a view of from the roof). This hostel serves as not just a home but also a soul school full of love, cacao ceremonies, yoga, and much more. Today, Alla Gonopolsky presents "When Your Home is also a Hostel."

Alla Gonopolsky is a binge traveller, yoga instructor, free spirit, writer, adventurer and so much more. She describes herself as the world's least annoying millennial and I agree. Listen using your favorite podcast app or selecting the link below.
https://thisisatruestory.libsyn.com/when-your-home-is-also-a-hostel-alla-gonopolsky

30/06/2021

"In a hostel, friendships are measured by openness, not by time. It's amazing how fast people go from strangers to dear friends. To dear family, really. I am constantly making friends and losing friends as they travel onward. But when time together is short and transient, walls seem to come down faster. We would rather be ourselves, be vulnerable, than be cool." Alla Gonopolsky and her partner own and operate a hostel in Mexico (check out the pic below). This hostel serves as not just a home but also a soul school full of love, cacao ceremonies, yoga, and much more. Today, Alla Gonopolsky Alla Gonopolsky presents "When Your Home is also a Hostel."

Alla Gonopolsky is a binge traveller, yoga instructor, free spirit, writer, adventurer and so much more. She describes herself as the world's least annoying millennial and I agree. Listen using your favorite podcast app or selecting the link below.
https://thisisatruestory.libsyn.com/when-your-home-is-also-a-hostel-alla-gonopolsky

26/06/2021

Scott Davidson presents two stories in this episode. Story one, "Start a Podcast Now and Change Your Life." Starting a podcast changed my life and it can change your life too! Story two, "Quit Your Job, You Lost Your Way." Do you ever feel like you lost your way? Do you feel stuck in your job? You probably didn't grow up dreaming of the job you're in, but there's a way out.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/start-a-podcast-and-change-your-life-and-you-lost-your-way-2-stories/

18/06/2021

When facing adversity you have a choice to quit or keep charging. Surfer, speaker, content creator and entrepreneur Jacob Pacheco Pronetoride chose to keep charging and he presents "Figure it Out" a very true and incredibly inspiring story about adapting to a life of significant disability and how he creates opportunity from adversity.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/figure-it-out-jacob-pacheco/

10/06/2021

This is a true story of a young Palestinian doctor that works on the front lines of the very recent Israeli and Palestinian conflict. I am thankful a cease fire occurred and you will hear the sounds of Palestinian children playing in the street as life begins to slowly normalize. This story is intense and very true.

https://www.livingadaptive.com/life-as-a-palestinian-doctor-on-the-front-lines-of-conflict/

04/06/2021

Volume up! What is it like on a 10-day silent mediation retreat? Caitlin Kratz presents her experience on This is a True Story Podcast. Find podcast on all podcast apps and by using the link below. ✌️

https://www.livingadaptive.com/what-its-really-like-on-a-10-day-silent-meditation-retreat-caitlin-kratz/

03/06/2021

"I am changed. Even in the almost 5 years that have passed since my first sitting, I find it difficult to lace the right words together to truly convey the impact of the experience. Enlightening, without a doubt, but I might go as far as to say profound. Numerous fellow meditators have described it as the most important thing they've ever done for themselves." Caitlin Kratz

Today Poet, Writer, and Experientialist Caitlin Kratz joins us from Los Angeles, CA and presents her story, "What it's Really Like on a 10-Day Silent Meditation Retreat."

Caitlin Kratz publishes on numerous platforms including her own stage, Flight of the Swallow where the core of this platform is an exploration of mindfulness. Caitlin believes that living in the present is the antithesis of living on autopilot. Select link below to listen and find links to Caitlin Kratz and her platform.

https://thisisatruestory.libsyn.com/what-its-really-like-on-a-10-day-silent-meditation-retreat-caitlin-kratz

30/05/2021

“Adventure with purpose.” These words mean something to me. When I get outside, I do so with purpose. When I stand on the edge of a cliff, I am here to challenge my fears of heights and grow. When I hike a bunch of elevation and miles, I am here to see what my adaptations can handle. When I am in the outdoors, I visit to heal.

What about you? What is the purpose of your adventure? Your stories lift me.

I believe it’s absolutely vital to get outside. Yesterday, I traversed the Mojave in a Good Somerville tech tee. I don’t take partnerships/sponsorships lightly because I don’t need the additional income. I don’t want your money, rather I want to be part of something meaningful. So when I recommend a product it’s because I value and use the product, it’s sustainably crafted and backed by an honest inventor with a good story.

This Good Somerville tech tee survives the crazy weather of the mojave desert, scrambling over extremely rugged terrain, and I love that it easily packs away into my pocket. will take back any used items for refurbishment and recirculation in exchange for an unparalleled instant credit.

We must support the brands that build high quality, sustainable products, and I am telling you that I own tech tees from the top outdoor brands and the Good Somerville brand is the best.

So support this sustainable brand that is creating the absolute best tech tee and of course get outside and go adventure with purpose. I will be in the Mojave, where will you be?

https://www.goodsomerville.com/shop