Make Your Mood
Make Your Mood
Brett Traudt
S'more Outdoor Presents Make Your Mood. This show is based on the premise that spending more time outdoors is beneficial for our mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well being, that everyone needs to incorporate the outdoors into their life and experience the Nature Effect. Join host and Certified Enthusiast of the Outdoors, Brett Traudt as he dives into the challenges we all face living in an online world and how we have become trapped in our own electrical paradise. Brett shares from his own personal experience how reestablishing a connection with nature helps us to relax and unplug, encourages and inspires us, gives us more energy yet reduces stress, and how spending time outdoors will help us live with childlike wonder again.
Can Words Affect Water?
In this episode of 'Make Your Mood', Brett dives into a fascinating theory on the power of emotions and vibrations over our physical body, as proposed by Japanese scientist Marusu Emoto. Emoto's experiments suggested that water retains memory and can change its physical structure based on environmental factors and external stimuli, which can extend to photographs, music, and written or spoken words. The episode wraps up with a thought-provoking discussion on how the positivity or negativity of our thoughts, emotions, and words might impact our physical, mental, and emotional health, since we as humans are made up of roughly 70% water. Therefore, a shift towards positivity, optimism, and kindness could potentially lead to an overall improvement in our well-being and life circumstances. 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 
Jan 9, 2024
13 min
The One About Shame
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. Start your trial today (affiliate link) Get the Morning MAP™ Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 
Jan 5, 2024
16 min
Happy New Year 2024
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 
Jan 1, 2024
11 min
Getting Back To Nature
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 
Dec 29, 2023
18 min
Your Morning MAP™
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 
Dec 22, 2023
12 min
The Progress Pro
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 that could be used for personal improvement. Brett concludes by announcing the opening of a few slots in his six-month coaching program designed to help listeners live a more adventurous, meaningful, and extraordinary life.  
Dec 15, 2023
16 min
The Legacy Leaver
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 Transform Your Family's Future Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 
Dec 8, 2023
11 min
The Balance Builder
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.
Dec 1, 2023
12 min
The Tension Tamer
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 
Nov 24, 2023
15 min
The Nature Novice
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 Free Plan (affiliate link).  Learn more about Earthing here by watching the Earthing Movie.  Get the 7 Life Changing Questions to Transform Your Family's Future Follow S'more Outdoor on Instagram 
Nov 18, 2023
21 min
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