In stockmanship (the art and science of handling cattle in a safe, effective, low-stress manner), we have this phrase . . . good movement draws good movement. It’s this thing that happens when we ask a small group of cattle, maybe a cow, or a pair to move out in a certain direction and their movement draws the whole herd into moving in the same direction. Good movement happens when we approach the cattle with a positive attitude, read and really listen to what they’re telling us, and communi ...
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Welcome to the Content Cowgirl Podcast with Kiley Cude - a ranch wife, momma of two wild cowgals, entrepreneur, and a creative. If you are in the western and rural scene and know the feeling of "wearing all the hats" but are struggling to find contentment where you are on your journey - then this podcast is for you! This is a journey to contentment and intentional living through inspiring and motivating stories from influential women in the western space. We ask about their thoughts on hustl ...
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In today’s episode, I want to dig into my mind-blowing realization about emotions. When it comes to emotions, we must understand that emotions themselves are not the problem, but rather, our resistance to actually feeling them is. Emotions are very much like riding a roller coaster too (which my good friend Sheila shared here on the podcast); we ca…
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What I Would Do Differently in Parenting if I Had It to Do Over Again
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Well...cue Rod Stewart, because I do wish that I knew what I know now when I was younger! In my recent episode about attachment and attunement (episode 38), I kind of left you hangin’ when I said I would have done some things differently - especially with parenting. After receiving some questions about what specifically I would have done differentl…
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Quest for Joy with Kiah Twisselman Burchett
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I’m very excited to welcome my great friend, Kiah Twisselman Burchett (better known as Coach Kiah), onto the podcast! Kiah loves helping people pursue curiosity and authenticity in their own lives, instead of chasing after worldly notions that only lead to emptiness and unfulfillment. In today’s conversation, Kiah and I discuss what a ‘Quest for Jo…
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Knowing When to Set a Boundary with Sheila Hansen
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I’m very excited to welcome my ‘bestie as a guestie’, Sheila Hansen, onto the podcast! Sheila is one of my dearest friends who’s also in Nebraska - she’s a fellow mom of 3, and a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) who’s had her own firm for 7 years (she has over 15 years experience in the accounting space though). She’s on a mission to help female o…
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I’m super excited to have my good friend, Kylie Epperson, on the podcast today! She’s on a mission to help rural women live authentic, confident, and colorful lives, and has found immense gratitude as she’s experienced rural living, ag life, and motherhood. More recently, she’s passionate about building the Farm Wives Club™️ community and membershi…
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Attachment and Attunement - What Do Those Words Even Mean?
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In today’s episode, I want to talk about attachment and attunement, and why we need BOTH of these to not only survive, but thrive. But...what do these words even mean?! Attachment is really the foundation upon which everything else in our brain is built, and attunement is our awareness and responsiveness to the needs of others. Our society is sever…
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This episode is a bit of a ‘proof of life’ one from Tom and I! Really though, we’re excited to give you a little update on how our cows are doing + other life happenings. This time of year is crazy busy for Tom and I as we’re deep into work on the ranch with calving season, branding cows, and a variety of other things going on for our family. While…
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In today's episode, I’m talking about something that's vital regarding communication, relationships, and good movement; it’s also something that gets overlooked, and just gets a bad rap sometimes. Yep, I’m talking about boundaries! This was on my mind after a recent conversation I had with a friend; we were talking about the infamous, all too commo…
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What I Learned About Human Communication From the Cows That Got Out
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We had a pretty memorable experience that happened during our recent calving season (we were several brandings deep into the season of spring work at the time of this recording). During this particular branding, some of the panels opened up, and quite a few remaining calves (along with a couple of cows) got loose, running out into the pasture. I ma…
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Thea is a working ranch wife and mom to two little cowboys, and the founder and host of all things Cowgirls Over Coffee. She’s on a mission to help women quit ‘white knuckling it’ through their days, and navigate a life that can get a little Western. It’s easy to get caught up in feeling like you have to go, go, go and do #allthethings all the time…
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What Happens When Honest Questions Are Met with Resistance?
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Today I want to touch on one of my favorite tools you can use to improve communication - asking honest questions! This is something I like to discuss often on the podcast, because I believe that honest questions and compassionate curiosity are one of THE best ways we can improve overall communication in our society. However, I also know this proces…
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Spoiler Alert - There's Nothing Wrong with Talking About How We Really Are
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In today’s episode, I discuss why there’s nothing wrong with talking about how we really are. Sometimes...things just SUCK. We have to be able to acknowledge our feelings, and normalize sharing honest answers when someone asks us how we’re doing. We shouldn’t feel like we need to sugarcoat our responses in order to appear like we have it all togeth…
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At the time of this recording, we’re officially halfway through calving season, and at the tail end of the school year, so alllllll the things are going on! It’s also been one year since my dad passed away, and in all honesty, I am TIRED. Yeah...you could say I’m feeling kind of ‘meh’ about life right now. I know we all experience busy, chaotic, an…
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Tom and I are here today to talk about a situation we just experienced with our cows - you could say it was rather...frustrating. We’ve been practicing low stress stockmanship for almost two decades; it’s rare that we have to reach out to others for support, but in this case, we knew that was the best option for us to move forward. In today’s episo…
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Just How Much Positive Does It Take to Counter One Negative?
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In today’s episode, I talk about how much positive it takes to counter one negative. After learning more about this particular ratio, and how it affects people’s overall moods and performance levels, it has me wondering what in the WORLD are we doing as a society?! I’m also sharing more about the amount of negativity (especially regarding news onli…
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In today’s episode, Tom and I discuss how we prepare for busy seasons, and really, how we continue practicing open communication during calving season. We bounced around with several different topics in this episode, from putting out fires (literally), to moving cows, and communicating with each other through it all. Ultimately, we want to remind y…
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While I talked about how we typically approach emotions in rural America in episode 25, I didn’t get into what emotions are, or what their specific purpose is. In today’s episode, I talk about the purpose of emotions, and why they matter much more than we may think. I’m sharing my thoughts on the key connection between emotions and communication, w…
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4: Expectations and Boundaries in Rural Living with Jessie Jarvis
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Today I am visiting with Jessie Jarvis, an Idaho native, wife, mother, third generation rancher and farmer, and founder of Of The West. In this episode we'll be talking about living ranch life and being an entrepreneur, all while managing and thriving in motherhood. Links You Need: I'd love to connect with you more on social media you can find me o…
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Trials, Self-awareness, + Living a Life of Abundance with Michaela Gasseling
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I’m so happy to have one of my dearest friends, Michaela Gasseling, on the podcast today! Michaela is passionate about sharing her powerful story of suffering from emergency brain surgery, and how that’s dramatically impacted her life. In our conversation, we talk about the many trials and self-awareness that Michaela has faced along the way, and h…
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3. Personality Types and How They Influence Communication with Personal Coach, Terryn Drieling
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Today I'm going to be talking about personality types and habits with personal coach and Rural Relationship Guide, Terryn Drieling. We are digging into how our personalities play a role in our God given wiring and how to better navigate life and our relationships. Links You Need: I'd love to connect with you more on social media you can find me on …
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The 'Thick Skin' Myth and How We View Emotions in Rural America
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For way too long, we’ve been taught that emoting is ‘bad’, and having ‘thick skin’ is the best way to show strength. In today’s episode, I’m sharing more about the ‘thick skin’ myth, and how we view emotions in rural America. I’m discussing more about what it really means for our health and well-being when we’re constantly repressing and numbing ou…
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How to Get Others to Do the Personal Growth Work with Tom
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Everyone’s favorite guest (yep..my husband, Tom), is back for another episode! In today’s episode, we share about how to get others to do the personal growth work, and why you really can’t get attached to the results (no matter what they decide to do). We’re talking about the equilibrium dynamic in relationships and why people really do learn from …
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2: Rural Living + Intentional Mindset with Natalie Kovarik
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In this episode I am joined by Natalie Kovarik to talk about what rural living is like, how to have an intentional mindset, the courage to step out a try new things and so much more. Links You Need: I'd love to connect with you more on social media you can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecontentcowgirl/ You can connect with todays…
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1: Family Businesses + Family Dynamics on the Ranch with Madi Dunbar
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Welcome to the very first episode of the Content Cowgirl. In this episode I am joined by Madi Dunbar to talk about running a family business and family dynamics on the ranch. We dive into all the different hats she wears, creating and holding boundaries, communication, thinking outside the box and more. Links You Need: I'd love to connect with you …
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Welcome to the Content Cowgirl podcast with Kiley Cude - a ranch wife/mom, photographer, entrepreneur and founder of The Content Cowgirl. Join in on the journey to finding contentment, intentionality and purpose in our lives as women in the western industry + beyond. Discussing topics that are real and applicable to your daily life with influential…
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Behaviors Are a Clue but Not the Whole Story
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I’ve got a fun episode for you today, and it’s a little different than any of the others up to this point. It’s actually one of the lessons available inside the Good Movement Collective, and it’s all about motivations and behaviors! I believe that we're all shaped by our upbringings, experiences, etc., and there's always a reason WHY people behave …
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I’ve lived in rural America my whole life, and I understand the unique dynamic that rural living brings to relationships. I've also found that the stockmanship principle of good movement applies not only to our interactions with livestock, but also to the interactions with our fellow humans. In today’s episode, I share more about the Good Movement …
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Practical Tips for Rural Moms Managing Work and Family with Dawn Kress
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Dawn is a farm wife and mama living her best life in the heart of the Midwest. On today's episode, we talk about the powerful self-awareness journey that resulted from Dawn’s wakeup call with thyroid cancer, simple tools Dawn uses to support her clients with finding fulfillment while getting to know themselves on a (much) deeper level, the ripple e…
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20. An Unpopular Opinion - I Don't Find the Humor Worth the Harm
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The way we’re currently doing things in rural America is not only hurting our relationships, but our mental health too, and it’s only going to continue if something doesn’t change. In today’s episode, I share more about focusing on self-awareness and using the Enneagram as a supportive tool to do so, why we need to start ‘filling in the blanks’ wit…
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19. Mad Libs of the Mind - Filling in the Blanks with Fact Over Fiction
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Our brains don’t like mystery or ambiguity, and they are really, really good at filling in the blanks. Unfortunately, this can wreak havoc on our mental and emotional well-being, as well as negatively impact our relationships. In today’s episode, I share more about how this shows up in my own life, as well as simple ways you can start filling in th…
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18. Talking Curiosity and Kindness with My Mother In-Law
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I have a special episode to share with you today - a conversation that is with none other than my wonderful mother-in-law, Kathy! Kathy and I have quite a bit in common - we’re both stubborn and are deep thinkers (we are the same Enneagram type after all, which is pretty cool). Kathy has had a variety of careers over the years, and she’s also been …
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17. Leading by Example with Jessie Jarvis
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I’m honored to have Jessie Jarvis on the podcast today! Jessie has a true passion for the ag and western industries, which led her to create her company, Of The West, a job platform built specifically to connect hundreds of employers and job seekers in these industries. We talk all about some of the key communication challenges that arise (not only…
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I know so many of us can resonate with the ups and downs in life, and especially, those challenging ‘winter’ seasons that are bound to happen. In this episode, I talk more about how the seasons of our lives usually match nature’s seasons, the crisp clarity and opportunity that can come from those cold, dark winters we experience in our lives, how t…
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My husband, Tom, is back again! In today’s episode, we’re talking all about the time we got into a fight right after I posted on social media that working cattle with your spouse does NOT have to end in a fight. At first..I felt like a big ‘ol hypocrite after that one. However, I remembered that this occurrence was not the rule for us - it was the …
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Toward the end of 2023, I set three main intentions for what was left of the year - listen to Daily Audio Bible and have quiet time daily, be more present with my husband and kids and less in my head, and open the doors for my 1:1 Good Movement Coaching Membership. However, I ended up adding a fourth intention… unintentionally. This got me thinking…
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13. Behind the Good Movement Music with Aaron Espe
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I have a very special guest on the podcast today - Aaron Espe! Aaron is actually the incredible creator behind the good movement music here on the podcast, so I was very excited to have him on the show. I’ve been a fan of Aaron’s since I first heard him play (I like to consider myself a ‘superfan’) - his music has been like a soundtrack for my life…
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When it comes to miscommunication and frustration that happens among us as humans, I believe so much of it comes from not having the ‘whole story’ (even though most of the time, we think we do). In today’s episode, I want to talk with you about handling judgment and criticism from others (I have a personal experience of my own to share), why the co…
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11. Tom's Take on the Enneagram + Good Movement Trainings
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On my most recent podcast episode, I went into detail about what the Enneagram is, and how it can be used to draw good movement. Well today, Tom is back for another episode, and he’s going to be sharing HIS take on the Enneagram! We’re talking about Tom’s initial thoughts on the Enneagram and how that’s changed over time, the value in knowing YOUR …
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10. Expediting Self-Awareness with the Enneagram
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If you’ve tuned into my podcast at all in the past, you probably know that the Enneagram has come up a lot, because it’s something I love! In this episode, I’m excited to talk with you more about what the Enneagram really is (especially key differences compared to other personality typing systems), why you should never assume someone else’s Enneagr…
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In today’s episode I’m very excited to have my good friend, Emily Reuschel, on the podcast! We talk about how life-changing personal growth can be, ripple effects and the connection to drawing good movement, the power of self-awareness, not stressing about other people’s opinions and expectations of you, and more. Emily Reuschel is a farmer’s wife,…
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8. Our Best Advice for Making the Most of an Internship
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Back by popular demand, I have my husband, Tom (formerly known as Mr. FFB) on the podcast again today! I received some questions regarding internships (for those who are offering internships and those who are interns as well), so we thought it would be fun to answer those and give our best advice for making the most of an internship. In this episod…
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Today’s episode is going to be a little more of a somber one, but it’s something I feel very strongly about, and it’s important to share with you. I want to talk about grief, because seven months ago today, I was thrust firsthand into learning about it when my dad suddenly passed away. I’ll also be covering more about how our society views grief an…
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6. Rethinking Mental Health with Ashley Machado
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In today’s episode I have my good friend, Ashley Machado, on the podcast! She’s truly been a wealth of knowledge for me when it comes to my own mental health, and she has so much goodness and wisdom to share. We’re talking more about curiosity and gaining self-awareness when it comes to mental health, how mental health plays a big role when it come…
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Today’s episode is going to be all about gratitude, because it’s Thanksgiving week in the United States! While it’s amazing to practice gratitude during the month of November, I believe it’s something that is important to do year-round. I’m excited to talk about the two main types of ‘fuel’ the brain runs on (it’s truly fascinating to me how God de…
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4. How I Got Here – the Evolution of Good Movement
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Today’s episode is going to be more of a story-centered one for you, and it’s definitely a good one! I’m excited to share more about how I got to where I am today - essentially, the evolution of Good Movement. I’m talking more about my upbringing in agriculture’s impact on me, what it looked like for me to step away from the career I knew and was c…
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3. How Self-Awareness Has Helped Our Marriage
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In today’s episode I have a very special guest, formally known as Mr. FFB, my husband, Tom! We’re covering the importance of communication, accommodating each other’s needs, and how self-awareness has helped our marriage. In this episode, we cover: How we met and our journey into ranching together Tom's discovery of good movement principles in catt…
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I’ve been sharing about good movement on social media for a while now and one of the most common questions I get is: “How do I learn good movement?” It’s a good question and it's also a hard question to answer because there isn’t a step-by-step guide to good movement. In today’s episode, I’m going to share one of the pieces to learning good movemen…
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Welcome to the first episode of Good Movement Draws Good Movement! I’m so excited to have this podcast out into the world and to have you listening in today. Thank you for being here! Today I’m sharing what exactly good movement means and my story of taking this concept from not just cattle, but applying it to human interactions as well. What if we…
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Welcome to Good Movement Draws Good Movement!
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In stockmanship (the art and science of handling cattle in a safe, effective, low-stress manner), we have this phrase . . . good movement draws good movement. It’s this thing that happens when we ask a small group of cattle, maybe a cow, or a pair to move out in a certain direction and their movement draws the whole herd into moving in the same dir…
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