http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtreeNeed encouragement? We've got it by the bucketload. People are overcoming trials every day. From "small" things to "big", we're talking about it. Guests are welcome. Topics will include service dogs, health and family, ptsd, mobility issues and disabilities and more. Podcasts will be taken from my YouTube videos. Who am I? In addition to creating videos, I am an award winning travel writer with over a decade of part-time experience. It was during this time that I worked as a domestic violence victim's advocate. Motivation speaking engagements include jails, churches, women's groups and the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. An assault in 1995 left me with a head injury and seizure disorder. Foot drop since 2013 taught me what it's like to live fully despite mobility and other health issues. I bring all of this onto my YouTube channel and podcasts for one purpose. To encourage you. I bring in "experts" who overcome obstacles every day. These are people like you and me who face difficulties head on - no matter what they might be. Occasionally, podcast will be an open chat where participants have talked about whatever is on their mind! These can be the most interesting shows of all. Podcasts will be posted on Wednesdays at noon. Would you like to join me? enCopyright Gayle Crabtree (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 17:00:00 GMTFri, 30 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTSpiritualityBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/7e2c52d8-c0d7-43e7-9dda-1ab133cd14f4_gayle_google_plus_youtube_300_x_261.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtreeNeed encouragement? We've got it by the bucketload. People are overcoming trials every day. From "small" things to "big", we're talking about it. Guests are welcome. Topics will include service dogs, health and family, ptsd, mobility issues and disabilities and more. Podcasts will be taken from my YouTube videos. Who am I? In addition to creating videos, I am an award winning travel writer with over a decade of part-time experience. It was during this time that I worked as a domestic violence victim's advocate. Motivation speaking engagements include jails, churches, women's groups and the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. An assault in 1995 left me with a head injury and seizure disorder. Foot drop since 2013 taught me what it's like to live fully despite mobility and other health issues. I bring all of this onto my YouTube channel and podcasts for one purpose. To encourage you. I bring in "experts" who overcome obstacles every day. These are people like you and me who face difficulties head on - no matter what they might be. Occasionally, podcast will be an open chat where participants have talked about whatever is on their mind! These can be the most interesting shows of all. Podcasts will be posted on Wednesdays at noon. Would you like to join me? feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comtravel,ADA,service dogs,PTSD,budget travel,mobility issues,Epilepsy,encouragement,inspirationGayleCrabtreenoNeed encouragement? I and my guests have it. From overcoming health issues to service dogs and ptsd, we cover it all. Join us.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/30/about-overcoming-obstacles-on-youtubeSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/30/about-overcoming-obstacles-on-youtube/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/30/about-overcoming-obstacles-on-youtubeFri, 30 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTAbout Overcoming Obstacles on YouTubeWhat does it mean to overcome obstacles? On this channel, we talk about everything from small steps to great leaps.It's real stories, from real people, for real people. We've all heard of empowering rags to riches stories. They inspire us. We dig deeper and reach higher because of them. But, every day there are people who win achievements by battling every day circumstances. Consider these scenarios: What inspires a person to try for that job they really want. You know, the one job everyone says this person can't have. What inspires a person to go forward in live despite chronic illness or injury? Why do you push toward a goal when people around you say to quit? These are the things we talk about on overcoming obstacles. We're all about encouragement on this channel. The idea is to live bodaciously. To reach out, grab life and never let go. Whatever keeps you from doing that, is what we want to talk about. Come join us.  01:40:00GayleCrabtreenoovercoming obstacles,live bodaciouslyWhat does it mean to overcome obstacles? On this channel, we talk about everything from small steps to great leaps.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/28/foot-drop-and-an-ottobock-leg-brace-a-patients-storySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/28/foot-drop-and-an-ottobock-leg-brace-a-patients-story/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/28/foot-drop-and-an-ottobock-leg-brace-a-patients-storyWed, 28 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTFoot drop and an Ottobock Leg Brace: A patient's storyThis is my story about life with foot drop and an Ottobock AFO leg brace. Questions and comments were taken from participants in a chat during the livestream. The video was done by request from a subscriber who wanted information about an Ottobock leg brace from a patient. I have had the Ottobock Walk On leg brace since the spring of 2015. My right leg was affected by foot drop on New Year's Eve night of 2012 (2013 New Year's Day). I spent the next five months trying to relearn how to form a proper step. I wear the AFO because of residual weakness in my right foot, leg and ankle. Living with foot drop and wearing a leg brace isn't easy, but it makes my life more manageable.  Do you have any questions or comments about living with drop foot or wearing a leg brace (AFO)? Ask away! Follow me on social media for this to get word about future podcasts and livestreams.  I'm on: Twitter -  Facebook  and gaylecrabtree.com  Support me through my Amazon store. I earn between.5-5% of most sales done through this link. Amazon protects your privacy. I won't know that you did or didn't order, but my bills will appreciate it.  Tips of any size are welcome through my Pay Pal link. Music credit: Sweeter Vermouth by Incompetech  00:48:00GayleCrabtreenoOttobock leg brace,living with foot drop,gayle crabtree,Ottobock Walk On AFO,leg brace for foot dropLife with foot drop and an Ottobock AFO leg brace was taken from a YouTube livestream where questions and comments were taken from a live audience.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/23/taking-risks-for-successSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/23/taking-risks-for-success/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/23/taking-risks-for-successFri, 23 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTTaking risks for successOvercoming what stops you. Taking risks for success can net big rewards. If you can take that first step, then you're on the way. 00:05:00GayleCrabtreenoOvercoming what stops you. Taking risks for success can net big rewards. If you can take that first step, then you're on the way.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/16/living-with-chronic-illnessSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/16/living-with-chronic-illness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/16/living-with-chronic-illnessFri, 16 Mar 2018 16:00:00 GMTLiving with Chronic IllnessOn this video we talked about beating the difficulties caused by chronic illness. Helpful and encouraging,  ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 00:10:00GayleCrabtreenoChronic illness can zap your energy, patience and rob you of life. This podcast shows, that it doesn't have to.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/09/how-to-prioritize-and-reduce-stressSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/09/how-to-prioritize-and-reduce-stress/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/09/how-to-prioritize-and-reduce-stressFri, 09 Mar 2018 17:00:00 GMTHow to prioritize and reduce stressPrioritizing will reduce stress. We also know that learning how to prioritize to reduce stress is a lot harder than it should be. The tips in this podcast will help you with that. It's real tips, from real people, for real lives. Recorded live as a YouTube video and then turned into a podcast for you to enjoy.   00:06:00GayleCrabtreenohow to prioritize,prioritize to reduce stress,stress reduction techniques,tips to help you priioritizeA little prioritizing can knock that stress way down. But how? These tips will help.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/05/life-after-adrenalectomy-post-op-update-not-pheochromocytomaSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/05/life-after-adrenalectomy-post-op-update-not-pheochromocytoma/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/05/life-after-adrenalectomy-post-op-update-not-pheochromocytomaMon, 05 Mar 2018 17:00:00 GMTLife after adrenalectomy post-op update (not pheochromocytoma)I've been asked to share my story about life after adrenalectomy for awhile. This podcast comes from the questions that were sent in about having an adrenal tumor removed, dealing with a possible pheochromocytoma (it wasn't). I talk about the pheochromocytoma study at the NIH in Maryland and answer some of the other questions about what it's been like after the adrenal gland removal.    00:40:00GayleCrabtreenoadrenal gland,adrenalectomy,pheochromocytoma,life after adrenalecomy,life after adrenal gland removalNo one said what to expect after adrenalectomy. My adrenal gland and tumor was removed. It was not a pheo, although my body has acted like it was in many way.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/02/who-started-createnothate-and-what-is-itSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/02/who-started-createnothate-and-what-is-it/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/03/02/who-started-createnothate-and-what-is-itFri, 02 Mar 2018 17:00:00 GMTWho started CreateNotHate and what is itThe #CreateNotHate movement was started on YouTube by PetMonster and his wife, MonsterChic. Granny Monster got wind of it and quickly put her creativity behind the idea. The #CreateNotHate movement encourages people to spend time creating, not hating. It's a grassroots movement of hope against a sea of difficult headlines and hate filled rhetoric that is consuming society. Why not put the energy into creating something that is beautiful (to you if no one else). This podcast is a recorded Google Hangout with some very important people who got it all started. You'll want to learn more about this effort! For more information steer your browser to the PetMonster YouTube channel or, see MonsterChic or Granny Monster there.  But listen to the podcast first. :) 00:57:00GayleCrabtreenoCreateNotHate,#CNH,Pet Monster,Granny Monster,Monster ChicThe #CreateNotHate movement started on YouTube and is touching lives across the internethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/02/23/bed-bugs-service-dogs-and-travelSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/02/23/bed-bugs-service-dogs-and-travel/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/gaylecrabtree/2018/02/23/bed-bugs-service-dogs-and-travelFri, 23 Feb 2018 16:00:00 GMTBed bugs, Service Dogs and TravelIt's all about living life head-on. This podcast covers how to search for bed bugs in a hotel and travel with a service dog. It was recorded live in a hotel and was originally broadcast via my YouTube channel. In the opening, I talked about how to look for bed bugs in a hotel. We talked about the need to have a copy of the ADA law on service animals with you, what to bring on your road trip  and discussed some of the challenges of vacationing with a service animal. Questions were accepted during the live chat or could be submitted in advance. Not all are called out on the livestream as many questions were built into the conversation. Let me know if you have questions or would like to see something covered. You'll notice that I'm a little short winded in the video. That's because my asthma is making itself known. This is one of the reasons why I have a service dog. It's also one obstacle that I won't let slow me down. What's my motto? A life lived bodaciously is a life worth claiming!  Thanks for listening! I'll see you out, about, and online! :) 00:18:00GayleCrabtreenolive bodaciously,travel,service dogs,traveling with service dogs,how to find bed bugs in a hotelAvoiding bed bugs and traveling with a service dog are two topics in this podcast.