Running is Cheaper Than Therapy

By: Dr. Ouida Brown
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  • I created this podcast to educate, share my love of life and all that it entails, inspire, and promote movement in its various forms from a mental health aspect Also, I want to connect my listeners with others who will bring inspirational stories and experiences we can all relate to; people who have overcome obstacles to make it to their finish lines.
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  • Who Am I? Who Are We As Athletes When We Can't Compete

    Who Am I? Who Are We As Athletes When We Can't Compete
    Apr 5 2023

    In this episode, the last of Season 6  I'm sharing my personal journey. It has been a challenging season since the pandemic.  I faced various obstacles, including COVID-19, two knee surgeries, financial struggles, and my most recent surgery. 

     Many athletes find their identity in their sport, but it has been difficult to compete due to a plethora of reasons which I discuss.. It led me to reflect on who I am and the roles I play in life.I underwent another surgery recently. I share my fears surrounding the surgery and my desire to live without regrets. In this episode, I discuss the challenges athletes face and the importance of perseverance and self-discovery.

    Join me as I navigate the difficulties of being an athlete who has faced many obstacles to return to my sports.  How I am finding resilience, and discovering my path. 

     

    Episode Highlights:

    • Athletes face many challenges in life

    • Struggles with COVID-19, injury, finances, etc

    • An Athlete’s identity

    • Importance of perseverance and self-discovery

    • The Many Facets of Individuals 

    • The Unique Challenges of the Female Athlete 

     

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    21 mins
  • From Navy Officer to Ironman: Tom Scheer's Journey to Fitness

    From Navy Officer to Ironman: Tom Scheer's Journey to Fitness
    Mar 15 2023
    Navy officer, college president, and entrepreneur are only a few of Tom Scheer's many accomplishments. In this inspiring episode. Tom shares his story of growing up in a racist neighborhood and finding acceptance through sports, leading to a passion for fitness and endurance races, including over 30 Ironman competitions. It all began at the Boy and Girls Club and he is passionate about giving back to the organization that gave him so much.   Tom shares his strategies for managing a busy life, emphasizing the value of discipline and time management. He discusses his military mindset, focus on organization, and reliance on good general managers. Tom also talks about his experiences at the Kona Ironman and the World Heavyweight Championship belt he created to celebrate his achievement.  Throughout the conversation, Tom emphasizes the importance of pursuing new hobbies and finding joy in life, encouraging listeners to move their bodies, get some sunlight, and engage with the world around them. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Tom Scheer, and don't miss out on this episode. Subscribe now for more uplifting stories! Episode Highlights: Overcoming racism through sports and the Boys and Girls Club Managing a busy life with a military mindset and good general managers Discipline and time management in pursuing athletic goals Favorite Ironman races and completing all North American Ironman races Kona Ironman and the World Heavyweight Championship belt Racing in a kilt to honor Scottish heritage Bucket list of races and endurance tests Finding joy in life through pursuing new hobbies and passions.   Guest Bio Tom Scheer joined his local Boys & Girls Club on his seventh birthday and identifies his 12 years at the  Club as the most positive influence on his life, for this time fostered a sense of commitment, work ethic, entrepreneurial drive, and love of sports.  Tom began his career in the U.S. Navy; he served as a Damage Control Assistant, Assistant Operations Officer, and as the Navy’s Right Whale Protection Officer. He was recognized for his fire fighting expertise, and was selected to lead training exercises for the Qatar Navy. Tom left active duty to take a position as an associate brand manager on Kraft Macaroni & Cheese. While at Kraft he led brand licensing, added colored noodles to the macaroni & cheese box, and spearheaded trade spending reductions. He subsequently worked as a brand manager for Rich Products and CibaVision, working on Farm Rich French Toast Sticks, Rich’s Éclairs, SeaPak Shrimp, and FreshLook fashion contact lenses.  Tom has also been an owner and managing partner of several small businesses, among them T-Scheer Pizza Inc. (a Hungry Howie’s franchisee), Knox Consulting Group (small business consulting) and the Steilacoom Group (apparel company). He is currently pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors while in business school, and is the founder of Move-In Box, a student launched consumer packaged goods based company. Tom earned a B.S. in Computer Science from the United States Naval Academy and is currently a Dean’s Fellow at the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business, earning an MBA with Emphasis in Entrepreneurship. While a member of the Boys & Girls Club, Tom won Junior Olympic Gold and Bronze medals in table tennis. In college, he fought to become an All-American Heavyweight Boxer. Tom is currently the captain and starting goalie of the Ross hockey team, despite having never ice skated prior to business school.  His awards include the Navy Commendation Medal, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern MichiganAlumnus of the Year, Coast Guard Guiding Principles Award, and, as part of the Benjamin Banneker Society, President George H.W. Bush’s 437th Daily Point of Light. He is the proud father of three children from a former marriage.   Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email runningischeaperthantherapyolb@gmail.com. To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Apple Spotify Google  Get a copy of the book; Running Is Cheaper Than Therapy: A Journey Back to Wholeness. It is available in hardback, paperback, and newly released audio form Connect with Tom Scheer Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RahlowJenkins   Connect with Dr. Ouida Brown Instagram @ouilifeouilove Facebook @ouilifeouilove33 Twitter @ouilifeouilove Youtube @ouilifeouilove Sign up for my newsletter https://bit.ly/OuilifeOuiloveNewsletter  
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    52 mins
  • Finding Yourself Beyond Sports with Anna Marcolin

    Finding Yourself Beyond Sports with Anna Marcolin
    Mar 8 2023
    Do you find it difficult to define yourself beyond your sport? As athletes, we often identify ourselves with our sport and struggle to find our identity outside of it. In this episode, we sit down with psychotherapist Anna Marcolin to explore this topic and learn about her own journey in finding her identity beyond sports. Anna shares her love for sports and how she believes that athletes should enjoy every moment of their sport and be consistent while being easier on oneself. She emphasizes the importance of sports being fun and rewarding work for doing hard stuff. Anna talks about her favorite and worst races and shares her personal obstacle of getting divorced with three small children. The conversation also touches on the topic of eating disorders and how it is not about the food but the meaning attached to the way the body looks. Anna advises athletes to show themselves grace, slow down, and not always be so competitive. She tells her athletes to focus on their process and consistency, not the end goal, and to put blinders on, look straight ahead, and focus on themselves. Join us in this inspiring conversation with Anna Marcolin as she shares her insights on finding your identity beyond sports and how to overcome obstacles both in sports and life.   Episode Highlights: Anna emphasizes self-compassion in sports Encourages athletes to explore their identity beyond sport Shares her favorite and worst races Advises athletes to focus on process and consistency Works with many everyday people, especially women Practice changed due to Covid Highlights importance of having a support team Emphasizes availability of resources for everyone   Guest Bio As a psychotherapist and life coach, Anna Marcolin has built a thriving private practice over the past 25 years. Her specialties include supporting corporate and individual clients in the areas of anxiety and depressive disorders, leadership and team building, relationship challenges, imposter syndrome, and confidence.  Anna has helped hundreds of people heal from trauma, break through limiting beliefs and confidently go after the life they want through her evidence-based, holistic approach. She breaks through to her clients quickly with her unique ability to connect with authenticity, empathy, and humor. Anna’s power comes from success in the world of triathlons, a sport that’s been a constant in her adult life. As a medaled and sponsored triathlete with hundreds of races behind her, Anna has honed skills that make her an exceptional life coach and therapist including mental flexibility, focus, and endurance. This experience has given Anna insight into the presence of stress and self-doubt that many of us face in our high-pressured society. With an unwavering belief that every human being deserves a deeply fulfilling life, Anna meets clients where they are and gives them the tools they need to truly thrive. To invite Anna to speak to your team or work one-on-one, please contact hello@annamarcolin.com   Connect with Anna Marcolin Connect  with Anna Marcolin on Facebook. Connect with Anna Marcolin via email Connect on Anna Marcolin  on  Instagram Connect with Anna Marcolin via website  Listen to Anna Marcolin Podcast- Badass Confidence Coach   Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email runningischeaperthantherapyolb@gmail.com. To subscribe and review use one links of the links below  Apple Spotify Google  Get a copy of the book; Running Is Cheaper Than Therapy: A Journey Back to Wholeness. It is available in hardback, paperback, and newly released audio form   Connect with Dr. Ouida Brown Instagram @ouilifeouilove Facebook @ouilifeouilove33 Twitter @ouilifeouilove Youtube @ouilifeouilove Sign up for my newsletter http://bit.ly/OuilifeOuiloveNewsletter  
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    54 mins

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