The Straight Up Living Podcast
The Straight Up Living Podcast
Keith E Smith
If you've ever wished life came with an easy-to-understand instruction manual on how to live a life you enjoy living, you're not alone. The purpose of this podcast is to give you actionable inspiration that's easily understood and applied. You deserve to live your best life, so be sure to subscribe and tune in each week to hear from Keith, as well as a variety special guests from all walks of life, and get ready to experience life on a deeper level. Keith is a writer, author of six books and is currently living as a nomad traveling the USA. This show will give you a vulnerable, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create a meaningful life and ignite your dreams.
How to Get Unstuck and Back On Your Path
Do you feel stuck or bogged down? Do you feel like your life isn't going anywhere and you have no idea how to turn things around? If you answered "Yes!" this episode is for YOU. Listen as Keith shares how he recently got himself out of a deep rut of stagnation and depression and back on track! Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini courses on writing your first book and igniting your dream!
Nov 26, 2023
11 min
Why Creativity is a Necessity!
If I asked you if you are creative, what would your answer be? Many people believe that they're not creative if they're not actively involved in the arts, but the arts are only the tip of the iceberg! Listen as Keith explores the many reasons why exercising your creativity is absolutely essential to a fulfilled life and instrumental in making a positive impact on the world. Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini courses ...
Nov 19, 2023
12 min
How to Get Clarity on What You Want, How to Maintain It, & Take Action
You hear it all the time. "You need to have clarity if you want to achieve your dream!" But what exactly does that mean? In this mini episode, Keith explains what clarity means, what you really NEED to be clear about, how to maintain momentum and clarity, and take the necessary action that makes it all REAL! Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini courses on writing your first book and igniting your dream!
Jun 5, 2023
12 min
The Power of Stories: Four Tales from the Road
Whether it has been in caves, by the fire, in books, or podcasts, humans have been telling stories for thousands of years. We are hard-wired to love stories and they're still just as powerful today as they were in ancient times. Too often, we think that only epic tales of adventure have the power to capture our attention and impact our lives, but I've found that it's the so-called "every day person" who possesses the most powerful stories of all. In today's episode, Keith highlights fo...
Jun 2, 2023
34 min
Stuck On the Negative? Here's Why & How You Can Get Past It
Have you noticed how it's often difficult to let go of negative experiences, or how easy it is to see the downside of situations instead of the upside? You're not alone! In this episode, Keith reveals the reason why we tend to emphasize the negative things in life rather than the positive. The good news? You can train your brain to emphasize the good stuff. Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini courses on writing your f...
May 26, 2023
22 min
But Do You Have a Plan?
It's easy to get caught up in the excitement when talking about your dreams and goals in life, but talking alone won't bring them into reality. Listen to today's mini episode as Keith talks about what you need to get moving and ACTUALLY working on your dream! Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini courses on writing your first book and igniting your dream!
May 22, 2023
10 min
Is Life Supposed to Be Hard?
"Life's a bitch and then you die." Have you ever felt that way, or do you have the belief that this is the way life is supposed to be? In today's episode, Keith tackles this question and reveals that we have a significant influence on just how difficult life is for us. Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini courses on writing your first book and igniting your dream!
May 19, 2023
11 min
It's Time For Some Higher Level Thinking!
We all go through dark times and experience mental and emotional pain. It's natural for that pain to grab your attention, but if you never think of anything else you will never find your way out! On this min episode, Keith shares a simple technique that will lead you to the kind of higher level thinking that will get you out of the funk and into a more fun and fulfilling life. Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Instagram! Also on Tiktok! Check out these mini cours...
May 15, 2023
20 min
Marlaena Miller on Creating Sound Mental Health & A Life of Meaning and Purpose
What does it mean to have good mental health, and where do you even begin to improve it? Marlaena Miller, a coach and Licensed Professional Counselor share her deep insights based on her own life and years of experience helping people through trauma and struggles so they can create a life they love to live. This is an important episode and it's packed with information and guidance on how to improve your own mental health. Visit StraightUpLiving.com Catch us on Facebook! Follow on Ins...
May 12, 2023
59 min
Is It Time to Rock the Boat?
This is YOUR life! Regardless of what is happening around you, and no matter what other people do or say, there's only one person who holds the power to shape your life. YOU. Personal responsibility can sound a little heavy, but the truth is that it's the most fun and liberating thing you can do for yourself. In this mini episode, Keith explains how taking hold of the reigns of your life is the key to fulfilling your dreams and creating a life filled with meaning and purpose. Vis...
May 8, 2023
13 min
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