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In this episode of the 'Make Your Mood' podcast, Brett shares his personal struggles with stress and negative emotions and how they impacted his interactions with his family. Brett recounts how he vowed to change after an unfortunate incident with his son, immersing himself in personal development studies, delving into the New Thought Movement, Secrets of Success book club, and the study of positive psychology. He discusses how control over one's responses and understanding of one's predominant mood can lead to overall mental and emotional well-being. Brett emphasizes the therapeutic and stress-relieving benefits of spending time outdoors and encourages listeners to embrace the healing power of nature. The episode serves as inspiration for anyone struggling with stress and negative emotions, promising that change and improvement are always possible. Today's show is brought to you by Secrects of Success. The #1 community and book club studying the works of the original thought leaders from 1850's - 1950's. Sta

In this episode of 'Make Your Mood’, shares his journey of personal development, discussing the failure of resolutions and his decision to set intentions in 2024. He encourages listeners to live intentionally rather than reactively, he shares some of his own intentions, such as spending time outdoors daily, improving his speaking skills, and being a better father and husband. He also aims to establish a community around the 'Make Your Mood' and 'S’more Outdoor' brands to help people live more meaningful and adventurous lives. Finally, he concludes by urging listeners to start working on their intentions and provides a resource called 'The Morning Map' to assist them.   Start your trial at Growth Day (affiliate link) Get the Morning MAP™ Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

In this episode of the 'Make Your Mood' Podcast, Brett presents a framework aimed at helping listeners improve their mental health through outdoor exposure. The key idea is that being in nature can mitigate stress, evoke positive emotions and memories, and enhance overall well-being. Brett introduces five main steps: Relax, Reconnect, Release, Relieve and Restore. He also discusses 'The Balance Principle', an ebook he authored and suggests listeners make a commitment to enjoy ‘5 Minutes of Sunshine' - outdoor exposure - every day for improving their mood and overall quality of life.   Today's episode is brought to you by Systeme. The #1 All In One Platform hosting solution for beginners on a budget. Check out Systeme today and get started on their Forever Free Plan (affiliate link).  Get the Morning MAP™ Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

In this episode of the Make Your Mood podcast, Brett discusses the concept of his 'Morning MAP™'. This is a tool he has developed to help listeners manage their daily moods and tasks, aiming to improve their mental state and reduce stress. The Morning MAP™ consists of various exercises and tasks such as focusing on one area of health, wealth, or relationships, establishing a desired mood, anticipating potential stressors, and expressing gratitude. Brett's tool also includes a section for non-essential daily tasks (meaning if they don't get done, your world doesn't have to fall apart) and a nightly checklist of self-care actions. The ultimate goal of the Morning MAP™ is to help listeners lead more meaningful and adventurous lives. Today's show is brought to you by Secrects of Success. The #1 community and book club studying the works of the original thought leaders from 1850's - 1950's. Start your trial today (affiliate link) Get the Morning MAP™ Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

Brett discusses the final stage of his framework, The Progress Pro, on this episode of the Make Your Mood podcast. As part of the four pillars of his philosophy, Brett emphasizes the need to experience the healing power of nature, personal self-care, creating a long-term plan and continuous personal growth. He stands by the belief that ongoing personal development leads to a positive life, prevents a negative attitude and impacts all areas of your life including health, relationships, and wealth. Brett discusses how the practice of journaling can aid personal growth and introduces the concept of autosuggestion, highlighting how our subconsciousness can be influenced by ongoing pessimism or positivity. He encourages future-focused writing to enhance moods and positivity. Positive psychology and its future-focused approach are also emphasized, with curiosity, novelty, mindfulness, and play seen as key components. Brett draws attention to our instinctive 'doomscrolling' and use of socials, and how it wastes time

In this episode of Make Your Mood, Brett discusses the concept of leaving a Legacy which corresponds with the third pillar in his philosophy of living a meaningful life. He talks about the importance of creating a life plan using tools such as a daily planner. Brett challenges traditional ideas of legacy as purely financial, instead advocating for the passing on of values, dreams and character. He also shares power questions to consider when forming a life plan and recommends a guide called the Hero on a Mission by Donald Miller. Throughout the show, he encourages listeners to think about the impact they can have on subsequent generations, aiming to instill values and dreams that will be remembered and cherished. Today's episode is brought to you by Systeme. The #1 All In One Platform hosting solution for beginners on a budget. Check out Systeme today and get started on their Forever Free Plan (affiliate link).  Donal Miller's Hero On A Mission life planning program. Get the 7 Life Changing Questions to Trans

In this episode of 'Make Your Mood', Brett introduces the concept of 'The Balance Builder'. Emphasizing on the balance between work, health and relationships. Brett rejects the conventional understanding of the work-life balance. Instead, he uses one definition of balance as mental steadiness, emotional stability, and a habit of calm behavior achieved via frequent exposure to the outdoors. He asserts that achieving balance in life requires success in the three core areas of health, wealth, and relationships.

In this episode Brett explores stress, or what he calls the 'tension tamer.' He shares insights about the inevitability of stress due to internal self-talk, actions of others, unexpected events, and electromagnetic fields (EMFs). He argues that living completely stress-free is unattainable and suggests instead the need for understanding and managing it. He encourages listeners to experience the healing power of nature as stress relief and to plan for it ahead of time and prepare appropriate responses. He emphasizes the need to protect oneself from the negative impacts of stress for a healthier and happier life.   Start your trial at Growth Day (affiliate link) Get the 7 Life Changing Questions to Transform Your Family's Future Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

In this episode, Brett takes us through the second part of his process, the 'Nature Novice'. He discusses the importance of embracing nature to improve mental, emotional, and physical health. He emphasizes the need to be aware of the environment around us and its benefits, encouraging listeners to engage their senses fully outdoors. Every show he reminds you of the philosophy of 'Make Your Mood,' consisting of four pillars; getting outside daily, focusing on self-care, having a life plan, and a continuous self-improvement mentality. He highlights the concept of Earthing (aka grounding), which espouses physical connection with the earth and its potential to reduce inflammation, potentially improving various health conditions. The episode ends with advice to listeners on how to incorporate grounding in their daily routine for better health. Today's episode is brought to you by Systeme. The #1 All In One Platform hosting solution for beginners on a budget. Check out Systeme today and get started on their Forever

Brett introduces his framework designed to help people lead more adventurous, meaningful, and extraordinary lives. The framework consists of various stages including the mood maker, nature novice, tension tamer, balance builder, legacy lever, and progress pro, each offering different ways to improve life quality. From getting outside daily and focusing on personal growth, to managing stress and maintaining life balance, to creating legacy and continuity in personal development - Brett provides a multi-stage path to ensure positive changes in life. He asserts the crucial nature of personal development for health, wealth and relationships, and shares his plan to guide listeners into a more fulfilling lifestyle. Today's show is brought to you by Secrects of Success. The #1 community and book club studying the works of the original thought leaders from 1850's - 1950's. Start your trial today (affiliate link) Get the 7 Life Changing Questions to Transform Your Family's Future Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

In this podcast, the Brett reintroduces the revamped Make Your Mood Podcast, formerly called S'more Outdoor. In this episode, he discusses the life and contributions of Elsie Lincoln Benedict. Celebrated as one of the best-known women speakers in the 1920s, Benedict's influential works in psychology and anthropology have been recently revitalized. She significantly contributed to the world of human analysis, personality studies, and success. The host goes in-depth into her works, with a particular focus on how moods influence our life and success. He reflects on how her teachings made a profound impact on his life, encouraging him to restart his podcast.  Get the 7 Life Changing Questions to Transform Your Family's Future Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

In this episode, Brett Traudt brings back his podcast 'S'more Outdoor' under a wider umbrella titled 'Make Your Mood'. He expresses his keen interest in highlighting the importance of outdoor activities and its impact on mental, emotional, and physical health. Brett also introduces us to his philosophy that revolves around a daily dose of outdoors, self-care, planning your life, and continuous self-improvement. He discusses his researching on stress relief, attitude and mood. In the next episode, Brett will delve deeper into the teachings of Elsie Lincoln Benedict and her influence on Brett's renewed vision for S'more Outdoor and his personal life all starting with understanding that our predominant moods make our life. Get the 7 Life Changing Questions to Transform Your Family's Future Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 

Ryan Shauers is a former legislative assistant for Congress who, at the end of 2012, left the working world to climb, hike and explore the American West for a year. He got so caught up in travel and adventure that he just decided to keep going, traveling to South America and later driving through all of Central America.

Join us on Mikes's journey as he shares his experience with the outdoors and how it has an impact in his business and life today. Mike is a husband, father, writer, woodworker, and occasional thespian. He is also the founder and curator of Wolf & Iron where he helps men heed the high call of manful living with articles and a podcast on classic manly skills and virtues.

Alex Staniforth is a 20 year old adventurer, ambassador and speaker from Cheshire in England. His story is one of overcoming adversity on his journey to climb Mount Everest, where both of his attempts to reach the summit ended in tragedy with the 2014 and 2015 avalanches. He has recently released his first book ICEFALL endorsed by Bear Grylls and is passionate about helping other people to discover the outdoors and their own 'Everest'.

In the latest episode of the S’more Outdoor Podcast I had the pleasure of interviewing Abigail Wise about the outdoors and her journey of landing her dream job with Outside Magazine where she gets to blend her passion of story telling with her passion for the outdoors.   She talks about camping and canoeing the Boundary Waters in Minnesota, camping in a meadow of purple flowers at Fiordland National Park in New Zealand and what it’s like to work at Outside Magazine.

Kate writes the Pacific Northwest Mystery Series for Kensington Publishing, featuring a young journalist, Meg Reed, who bills herself as an intrepid adventurer in order to land a gig writing for Northwest Extreme. Only Meg’s idea of sport is climbing onto the couch without spilling her latte. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and son, where you can find her hitting the trail, at an artisan coffee shop, or at her favorite pub. Better yet—at all three. Buy Kate's books on Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Josh and Heather are the hosts of The First 40 Miles, a weekly hiking and backpacking podcast.  Their family has enjoyed living in some of the most beautiful regions the United States, from the Cascades to the Adirondacks to the Rocky Mountains.  Heather and Josh live in Oregon with their four wonderful children.

What can the Nature Effect do for you? Join us on John’s journey as he shares his experience with the outdoors and how it has an impact in his business and life today. John is the Founder and Host of EntrepreneurOnFire, an award winning Podcast revealing the journey of today’s most inspiring Entrepreneurs 7-days a week. With over 1 million unique listens a month, EntrepreneurOnFire has inspired Fire Nation to take control of their life and take the Entrepreneurial leap.

Jon was born in London, England, in 1977 and moved to the USA at the age of 10. He and his wife Amy live in the mountains of Colorado with their four children. Jon is an avid outdoorsman. In the winter, you’ll find him snowboarding with his kids. When spring comes and the snow starts melting, you’ll find him riding his mountain bike or motorcycle with friends throughout Colorado. A serial entrepreneur, Jon spent a decade working with well known brands helping them develop and implement innovative marketing strategies. In 2009, he participated in one of the most selective and unique MBA programs in the country, a six month journey working directly with Seth Godin in New York City. In 2011 Jon joined the team at Ransomed Heart where he leads online strategy and helps provide leadership to the And Sons Team. Learn about Jon's new film A Story Worth Living at http://astoryfilm.com/