CHASING EASY: "EASY AND BEST ARE SELDOM ON THE SAME PATH." ALLEN ARNOLD
by Teresa Leet
" Life is Easy, it's the choices we make that are hard. Ron Leet. Listen in as every day ordinary people share their stories of overcoming hardships through authentic and unscripted conversation. The goal is to spread hope in the face of adversity and to realize you are not alone. Be inspired and encouraged through the journeys of others.Your brokenness is meant to serve someone else. We share this in common; life's stuff happens to us all. It is what we do with it that makes the difference. We can choose to BUILD or BREAK DOWN.
Episodes
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When Chasing Easy Means Running Away
To my committed followers, I have been distracted from doing the thing I love, which is this podcast. Please extend some grace:) Here is the truth, I figured since I didn't drop a new episode a few months in a row, that it didn't matter if I ever recorded another one. I was consumed and allowed…
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Worth Beyond Achievement
Are you a high achiever who is always under pressure to perform, perfect or people please? (self-imposed or others imposed?) Do you feel like you are in a daily grind that is not satisfying? Are you a superstar at work, and lonely at home? Do you long to find purpose and passion? Your passion is...
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GLP1. Enjoy Wellness. Overweight to Overcomer.
“I was a 10-year-old 122lb fourth grader, publicly ridiculed and humiliated when my class witnessed the number on the scale. My weight wasn’t just on my body—it was on my confidence, my relationships, my future. But the moment I stopped trying to be 'less' and started choosing wholeness over...
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From Death to Life; Literally
Imagine riding your motorcycle on a beautiful sunny day in South Carolina and waking up a month later in the hospital unable to see or speak. That's exactly what happened to Kijuan. Brace yourself for a lesson in resilience, forgiveness and sheer heroics, as this amazing young man shares the...
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Chasing Likes
What do you do if no one likes your post? Or if you discover someone has "unfriended" you? How many times has your scrolling landed you in a state of depression based on comparison? IF you are chasing likes and the response is less than you "need" to feel, well, liked, what happens to you and…
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An Addiction to TikTok; Led to Revelation and Freedom
Simone, a successful businesswoman, struggled with jealousy, people pleasing and mindset. The summer of 2024 changed all that when she decided to engage with TikTok. An innocent scroll led her to ultimate freedom. Listen in as she shares part of her journey to encourage you to claim your worth…
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Hiding in Plain Sight: The Wife's Circle
Terri Jo shares her story of triumph over divorce from a pastor, to serving the very woman she was while going through the divorce. She guides you on a journey to self discovery, and awareness of how you can invite self worth and confidence into your circumstances; tethered to the Creator. Terri…
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ANXIETY rears its ugly head: "The past is never far." Goo Goo Dolls
Cayla suffered verbal and emotional abuse growing up. She believed what she was told until she discovered her family trauma was not "normal." She moved to self harm to take her "mind" by redirecting the pain to a physical release. Listen in as Cayla shares one part of her story and how she…
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"Leaning Into Life"; Eulogy Lessons
"Of all the losses we can experience; HOPE is the most damaging." TJL I very recently lost my younger sister, suddenly and unexpectantly. It was heartbreaking and devastating. What I gleaned and cherish from her life are captured in my eulogy. I pray you are able to relate to the lessons and take...
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Sex Trafficked: From living "In the Life" to Becoming the Light!
It was an innocent introduction at a party that led to the life Shannon, still to this day, cannot believe she lived. She was in a vulnerable place. He knew it. It was not intentional. It was not planned. It was not pleasant. Have you ever made a decision in the moment based on wanting to belong?...
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Rejection. Less Than. 75%. Unworthy and Unwanted to Unstuck and Unmoved!
Love who you are becoming. Would you believe the most vulnerable of women who have a message of rejection, are the least suspect to self-rejection and often suffer in silence? Is that you? DO you know someone else who fits the description? Are you aware it might be you? Listen in as Heather…
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Counterfeit Comfort; What's Yours?
Do you struggle with worthiness? How about your identity? Have you ever sought comfort in things that actually were more harmful than good? We invite you to listen in as Michelle offers transparency and a path to recovery based on her personal experience in working through the hard things. It all...
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RAPED, what good can come of it? #chasingeasy
You've seen movies, you've had an opinion. Listen in as Juda unpacks and reveals a new perspective on the goodness that can come from a horrible life event. Please listen intently, laying aside your biases. You might surprise yourself. What was meant for evil, turned ....... #chasingeasy
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How Well Do You Really Know Him?
Maritza left her hometown to follow the father of her baby to his. Once removed from her support system, she discovered the man she loved had changed when surrounded by his support system. She could have stayed and toughed it out. All her material needs were met. However, she had a greater need...
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" I knew I didn't want to do it, but I did it anyway."
I wanted to please others and put myself last. Listen in as Charise pulls at your heart strings through her story of overcoming. Maybe not your story, however statistics show 1 in 4 women have shared in the experience with varying results. Tragedy adverted. Treasure Revealed. People Pleaser in...
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"You Can't Control the Wind, but You Can Adjust Your Sails." Are you pushing against life, or adjusting the course to adapt?
Have you ever?? Leona and Captain Harry have been living on "Selah" (their 44ft sailboat) for 3 years! Listen in to discover how the voyage and journey, planning and prepping and the surprise twisters relate so well to life! #chasingeasy
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"Woodoggie" ; Clifford the Cowboy Closer Shares a Roadmap to Success #chasingeasy
Listen in as Clifford shares his journey from truck driver to (now) successful real estate investor. It doesn't stop there! He uses what he learned by paying it forward and coaching others to like success.
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My ZOOM convo with God
Struggling with purpose and at the tail end of a coaching program; I decided to make my capstone the real prayers I have with the Lord. "Some of the deepest struggles hide behind the brightest smiles." Dean Graziosi I invite you to come out of hiding and heal to find a greater purpose than you…
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"I'll Quit Tomorrow."
"Feelings aren't facts and Thoughts aren't the truth." WATCH this episode (recommended) or listen in as Kate shares her journey from a self loathing pre-teen to an amazing inspiration to men and women alike. Have note taking capabilities handy; or flag the episode to listen to again and again....
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From Suicide to the arms of the Savior**WARNING; STRONG CONTENT**
Kim was married to her best friend for 23 years. She focused on her husband and her children (now grown) but in the process lost herself. When her husband decided he wanted to separate without warning, she blamed herself and fell into a deep depression. She decided it would be easier if she were...
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Valentine's Day. What Does it Bring Up for You? How do you recognize if you have a "Whatta Man" type man? (Salt n Pepa ;maybe you're too young to get the reference)
Ladies, do you know what it feels like to be treated with dignity and respect? Men, do you know what it means to cherish your lady? Listen in as my special guest, who doubles as my husband, shares some insight on being a man and loving your woman well. I thought I had the best I would ever have:...
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Addict to Valedictorian. Really?
Follow the path of Viola as she reflects on her journey from a broken home and negative thought patterns at an early age, to straight A student, turned addict and back to an exemplary student! Your upbringing greatly influences your self talk and ultimately your actions that follow. Viola is open...
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A Rags to Riches Tale and how Real Estate Made it all Possible
Left home at 15, married at 18, had a child at 19; 15 years later divorced and poured herself into work. In an unexpected business encounter, friendship turned relationship turned marriage. Listen in as Michele shares her journey of darkness to light and rags to riches; AND how she gives back…
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Breast Cancer; Friend or Foe? Are you the patient or the portal of support?
Have you or someone you know been effected by a breast cancer diagnosis? Listen in as Terri shares how she moved from the diagnosis> to a double mastectomy > to reconstruction> and finally recovery and healing . The authenticity of this interview will hopefully impart wisdom of what a woman may…
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Addict to Advocate; Bonnie's Story
Follow a fast paced journey from a place of security, to a place of addiction that fueled insecurity . Vulnerability allows discovery and triumph. Don't go at it alone. Surround yourself with the love and support of others to help you overcome your set backs. Bonnie is someone who took the...
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A Male Entertainment Dancer: Struggling with Anxiety and Depression, Discovers a Defined Destiny.
Follow Brandi's courageous journey from a male entertainment dancer, pregnant at 17, relationship turmoil, to the reality that she wasn't who she was meant to be until she recognized her calling. That calling was to speak into the lives of women wrestling with anxiety and depression and making...
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Praying for a Wife; JR's call to men and his journey from divorce to bliss!
Have you ever made a list of what you want in a husband or wife? What did you place at the top? JR shares his heart on all things manly in a relationship. There is a message for women, in what to look for in a man, and there is a message for men on how to be that man women need! JR is full of...
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The Rest of the Story. From Abuse to Redemption; Beauty for Ashes Testimony. Jessies story. ( 2 of 2)
Do you allow your past to define you, or you use it to inform your future? This is the follow up episode fo Jessie's story whom we met last month. How she was stuck in the past, BUT GOD found a way to redeem her stubborn heart. Once she laid to rest the victim mentality that held her in bondage,...
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WARNING: Sensitive Material, Domestic Violence Episode 1 of 2 part series.
WARNING: Jesse shares some insight into her situation and how she can now use her story of domestic abuse to break the stereotypes and help you to gain insight and understanding of how someone can stay in an abusive relationship and how to recognize if this is you. PART 2; the first Thursday of...
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WARNING: Episode includes DISTURBING MATERIAL: Domestic Violence: Is this you or someone you know? (1 of 2 episodes)
WARNING: in this episode my guest uncovers some ugly details about domestic violence. For the purpose of your safety, if you are experiencing DV, or think you might be, please listen where you are safely out of harm's way. Some details may be disturbing; please proceed with caution. This is a...
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Broken to Bride
Marriage ( or a relationship for that matter) fixes everything right? Our insecurities pale in comparison to the rewards of having someone in your life; right? Are you believing the lies someone else has said as your truth? Have you ever failed at a relationship you were certain was "the one?" In...
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"You Can't Always Get What You Want" Rolling Stones
....but if you try sometime you'll find, YOU get what you need. Now that you're humming that tune, listen in as Wendy shares her journey from a thought, to a "dream" to reality. She got what she needed! If 'you're "nothing but a dreamer" (Supertramp), I encourage you to take the risk instead of...
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From Mom to Mrs. Maryland; What?
Meet Julia; a wife, mom, health & fitness mindset coach, Taekwondo black belt ( don't mess with her) and writer. Listen in as she guides you through the process of turning diappointment into a goal realized. Allow her journey to inform yours relative to mindset shifts and goal setting. Learn some...
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Can you outexercise poor eating ?
The new year can bring in anxiety OR revelation! This episode offers a new and refreshing perspective on how to navigate your health journey. There is something for everyone. Listen in on Dr. Catherine's personal health journey to help inform yours. She is not so different from most of us. As a...
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"Here comes Amazon, Here Comes Amazon, right down my driveway."
What do debt and money have in common? it takes one to feed the other. Debt is not an American virtue, or is it? Find out some practical steps to help you with your money mindset for the holidays:) #chasingeasy
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Overdraft Tuesday's
A more light hearted episode that goes along with the theme of Tyler Perry's "Diary of a Mad Black Woman." This episode I am deeming the "Diary of a Call Center Operator." If you have a bank account, use on-line banking or cash apps, this episode explores all three; from the perspective of the…
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Numbing Out; Life is Meaningless
Cleo shares a very raw account of a priviledged little girl turns who chose to escape reality starting at age 12. She had loving parents. Follow her from Tormented to Treasured.
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Life is What You Make It
Theresa's story is one of revelation and resilience. She shares what she has learned about her own unique adoption story and how what seemed tragic turned treasure. Be encouraged and inspired as you listen in on her recounting of how her story has led her to embrace her past to inform her present.
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You Don't Know Jack. #chasingeasy
Are you chasing easy through drugs, alcohol, relationships or work? Jack has a powerful story to share that many people can relate to. In his authenticity, he reveals the heartache of trying to be someone, seeking love and acceptance anyway he could, to the beauty of becoming someone elses. Its…
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Do Not Despise Small Beginnings
A podcast that explores the depths of "chasing easy" in a life of hard choices. Topics covered will all fall under human interest experiences. So, if you are human, it is likely we will touch on something that speaks to you:)
About this show
" Life is Easy, it's the choices we make that are hard. Ron Leet. Listen in as every day ordinary people share their stories of overcoming hardships through authentic and unscripted conversation. The goal is to spread hope in the face of adversity and to realize you are not alone. Be inspired and encouraged through the journeys of others.Your brokenness is meant to serve someone else. We share this in common; life's stuff happens to us all. It is what we do with it that makes the difference. We can choose to BUILD or BREAK DOWN.
Hosted by
Teresa Leet