Kevin Polky – The Journey #231 | Shannon Krueger
She is Healing and Finding Her Purpose
As we start preparing for suicide awareness month, Shannon has an extra special story of her work with the military and veterans. She has over 20 years of experience in the military primarily focused on suicide prevention and mental health. During this episode, Shannon does a great job sharing the work she does as a veteran peer support counselor for the Captain John D. Mason Program in Wisconsin.
Kevin Polky – The Journey #230 | Walking Your Path
Many times, we question if we are on the right the path for our life. We question are choices and then question our fate. In this episode, I talk about the path you are on right now is exactly where you are supposed to be, but it is up to you if you want to stay on the path or make change. That is part that you can influence. Enjoy!
Kevin Polky – The Journey #229 | Move toward the Discomfort
Sports have taught many things throughout my life. During this episode, I talked about how sports are a metaphor for life. I talk about being hurt versus injury. The paradox of getting relief as move toward the pain versus avoiding it. Enjoy!
Kevin Polky – The Journey #228 | When Preparation = Success
I love competitive sports and the arts. I think they provide an opportunity for us to be challenged and stretch ourselves to be our best self. During this episode, I share about my observation of how art reflects life and how when you focus on developing your character, preparation + opportunity = success. Enjoy!
Kevin Polky – The Journey #227 | Three Elements of Character
During this episode, I reflected on an interview with Carey Lohrenz, the first-ever female F-14 Fighter Pilot. She shared about three elements of character: courage, tenacity, and integrity.
Check out this episode as go deeper into each of these elements.
Kevin Polky – The journey #226 | Adam Stivers
An Advocate for Attorney’s Mental Health
Adam openly shares his story of the complex trauma he endured as a child and “masks” he wore into adulthood until all came crashing down in June of 2018. He is now living his best life and advocating for mental health awareness for attorneys. Check this special episode out. Go to his website www.adamstivers.com for resources and more information.
Kevin Polky – The Journey #225 | What are the Foundations of Your Decisions?
In a time when there is an abundance of information, what is the basis of making the decisions in your life? Fear? Appearance? Judgement, of others? During this reflection, I share about some ideas of what we can build a firm foundation of decision making.
Kevin Polky – The Journey #224 | Lisa Koepp
Soul Shine Sister
I wonderful conversation with this new friend, Lisa. Check out this episode in which Lisa shares about her experiences throughout her life’s journey turns that she made and how she ended up exactly where she was supposed to be. One of my favorite conversations.
Go to www.ltkcounseling.com for more information.
Kevin Polky – The Journey #223 | Tommy Meeks
Champion for Juneteenth
Tommy has shared his passion for bringing the holiday, celebration Juneteenth to the Rockford area for the past 33 years. During this episode, Tommy shares the history and the importance of Juneteenth and his why is important for all Americans to share in the celebration.
For more information go to Facebook Rockford Juneteenth Celebration for the schedule of events for Sunday and Monday.
Kevin Polky – The Journey #222 | Planning Your Best Summer
At the beginning of summer there is excitement of school being out and the days being longer.
But before we know we could be preparing to return to school and the fall activities. What can you do to plan for having the best summer possible.