RealityTC® Dog Mom Out.

EPISODE 7 | DOG MOM OUT SLEEP RETREAT - SLEEP STORY

We're spending the night at the Dog Mom Out Sleep Retreat. An island in the middle of somewhere, inhabited by the most wonderful dog companions, who just want to help you get a good night's sleep. Your boat guide, Catch... er Chase, is ready to take you there!

FORMAT:
Show intro
Relaxation
Story
Ambient soundscape

Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, is a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The RealityTC® Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is mid-life—and getting back to the creative things we love.

Topics include: Relaxing, letting go of negativity, magical travels, dogs, nature and soothing sounds.

Self-rated: G (No explicit language in this episode. Suitable for all ages.)

LINKS:
Website: https://www.realitytc.com
Support: https://www.realitytc.com/support
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Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/realitytc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitytc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realitytc

SHOW CREDITS:

Story, 'Dog Mom Out Sleep Retreat,' written and produced by Tara Cole.

Opening lullaby licensed by MelodyLoops.com—license number available upon request.

Sound effects licensed by AudioJungle.net

GEAR:
Microphone: Audio-Technica AT3035
Preamp: Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Processor: dbx 286s
Edit and Mix: Pro Tools
Studio: “The Blanket Fort”

EPISODE 6 | PASSION, DOUBT & BELIEVING IN YOURSELF

Hi, I’m Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, and I’m a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The RealityTC® Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is mid-life—and getting back to the creative things we love.

In this episode, I explore the science of how we go from that first spark of passion that results in a great idea, to making it a reality by improving our mindset, to turning our thoughts into beliefs that will boost our self-confidence.

Topics include: Idea generation, creativity, inspiration, self-doubt, fixed vs. growth mindset, challenging negative beliefs.

Self-rated: PG-13 (No explicit language in this episode.)

LINKS:
Website: https://www.realitytc.com
Support: https://www.realitytc.com/support
Shop: https://www.zazzle.com/realitytc
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/realitytc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitytc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realitytc

SHOW CREDITS:
Special thanks to Sun Channel for our music soundtrack, Peaceful Indie Blues, provided by Audio Jungle and licensed for Music Mass Reproduction.

Other music tracks licensed by MelodyLoops.com—license numbers available upon request.
AG Music, ‘The Circles Of Life’
Manuel Ochoa, ‘Intimate Pianist’
Maxim Panchenko, 'Dancing Rainbow'
Yoav Alyagon, 'Spread Your Electro Wings'
Eitan Epstein Music, ‘Positive Thoughts’

REFERENCES:
Fast Company, What Happens To Your Brain When You’re Having A Brilliant Idea by Vivian Giang
Your 5 Brainwaves: Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta and Gamma
Why We Have Our Best Ideas in the Shower: The Science of Creativity, by Leo Widrich
The Boston Globe, When being distracted is a good thing, by Jan Brogan
The Washington Post, With Brain Science Doubt Can Be A Distant Memory by WP BrandStudio/Strayer University
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset test by Carol Dweck
Success Magazine, Your Thoughts Create Your Beliefs, by Steve Rizzo

BOOKS:
The Midnight Disease: The Drive to Write, Writer's Block, and the Creative Brain by Alice Flaherty
Your Creative Brain, by Shelley Carson, PhD

GEAR:
Microphone: Audio-Technica AT3035
Preamp: Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Processor: dbx 286s
Edit and Mix: Pro Tools
Studio: “The Blanket Fort”

EPISODE 5 | FOOLING YOUR FEAR

Hi, I’m Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, and I’m a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is midlife—and getting back to the things we love while we navigate life's craziness.

In Episode 5, I explore tools to manage fear: How our primitive prefrontal cortex responds to fear before our conscious mind does and what we can do to work around it.

Topics Include:
Intuition, brain function, fight or flight, fairytales, the Iowa Gambling Task, Mel Robbins 5 Second Rule

Self-rated: PG-13 (No explicit language in this episode.)

LINKS:
Website: https://www.realitytc.com
Support: https://www.realitytc.com/support
Shop: https://www.zazzle.com/realitytc
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/realitytc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitytc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realitytc

SHOW CREDITS:
Special thanks to Sun Channel for our music soundtrack, Peaceful Indie Blues, provided by Audio Jungle and licensed for Music Mass Reproduction.

Other music tracks licensed by MelodyLoops.com—license numbers available upon request.
AG Music, 'The Circles of Life' and 'Timeless Memories'
Alex Borg, ‘Slide Blues Indent’
Manuel Ochoa, ‘Intimate Pianist’
Sergio Schnitzler, 'East to West'
Eitan Epstein Music, 'Positive Thoughts'

REFERENCE MATERIALS:
The Billy Goats Gruff (fairytale)
Take Control of Your Life: How to Silence Fear and Win the Mental Game by Mel Robbins (Audible Exclusive)
The Five Second Rule by Mel Robbins
The Importance of Being Scared: Polish Nobel Laureate Wisława Szymborska on Fairy Tales and the Necessity of Fear by Maria Popova
Staying in Control: How The Prefrontal Cortex Helps Us Be Human by Professor Amy Arnsten
Adult Children of Alcoholics – world service organization
The Iowa Gambling Task by Antonia Damasio
How to Find The Best Therapist for You – Psychology Today
Calm App

RealityTC Episode 5 | YOUR SUMMER READS

GEAR:
Microphone: Audio-Technica AT3035
Preamp: Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Processor: dbx 286s
Edit and Mix: Pro Tools
Studio: “The Blanket Fort”

EPISODE 4 | FREEDOM TO FAIL

Hi, I’m Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, and I’m a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is midlife—and getting back to the things we love in a world full of chaos.

In Episode 4, I explore pursuing a creative path as a perfectionist, and my thoughts on dealing with failure and rejection. I also discuss pursuing a creative path later in life, Leslie Odem's book, Failing Up, and how I stay creatively motivated, i.e., where I get my Inspiration Juice!

Topics Include:
Perfectionism, failure, rejection, motivation, goals and attitude.

Self-rated: PG-13 (No explicit language in this episode.)

LINKS:
Website: https://www.realitytc.com
Support: https://www.realitytc.com/support
Shop: https://www.zazzle.com/realitytc
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/realitytc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitytc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realitytc

SHOW CREDITS:
Special thanks to Sun Channel for our music soundtrack, Peaceful Indie Blues, provided by Audio Jungle and licensed for Music Mass Reproduction.

Other music tracks licensed by MelodyLoops.com—license numbers available upon request.
Alex Borg, ‘Slide Blues Indent’
AG Music, 'Timeless Memories'
Erick McNerney, 'Contemplative Stars'
Manuel Ochoa, ‘Deep Blues’, ‘Intimate Pianist’
Eitan Epstein Music, 'Positive Thoughts'

Book recommendation:
Failing Up: How to Take Risks, Aim Higher, and Never Stop Learning by Leslie Odem Jr.

Podcast recommendation:
Creative Pep Talk — with Andy Pizza

RealityTC Episode 3 | PICKING UP WHERE YOU LEFT OFF

GEAR:
Microphone: Audio-Technica AT3035
Preamp: Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Processor: dbx 286s
Edit and Mix: Pro Tools
Studio: “The Blanket Fort”

EPISODE 3 | PICKING UP WHERE YOU LEFT OFF

Hi, I’m Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, and I’m a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is midlife—and getting back to the things we love in a world full of chaos.

In this episode, I explore my personal experiences on the creative path and ways to reconnect with your creativity.

Topics include: Creativity, the creative process, the creative journey, tricking the brain with sideways actions and tracking our projects when things are going well.

Self-rated: PG-13 (No explicit language in this episode.)

LINKS:
Website: https://www.realitytc.com
Support: https://www.realitytc.com/support
Shop: https://www.zazzle.com/realitytc
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/realitytc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitytc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realitytc

SHOW CREDITS:
Special thanks to Sun Channel for our music soundtrack, Peaceful Indie Blues, provided by Audio Jungle and licensed for Music Mass Reproduction.

Other music tracks licensed by MelodyLoops.com—license numbers available upon request.
AG Music, ‘The Circles Of Life’
Manuel Ochoa, ‘Deep Blues’, ‘Intimate Pianist’
Eitan Epstein Music, ‘Parisian Night Jazz’
Sergio Schnitzler, ‘East To West’

Journaling app mentioned:
Day One https://www.dayoneapp.com

GEAR:
Microphone: Audio-Technica AT3035
Preamp: Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Processor: dbx 286s
Edit and Mix: Pro Tools
Studio: “The Blanket Fort”

REALITYTC S1 EP2 - COPING WITH CHANGE

Hi, I’m Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, and I’m a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is mid-life—and getting back to the things we love in a world full of chaos.

In this episode, I explore ideas for coping with change.

Topics include the nature of change, accepting the present moment, meditation, positive vs. neutral thinking, relationships and change, journaling and creating resilience.

Self-rated: PG-13 (No explicit language in this episode.)

LINKS:
Website: https://www.realitytc.com
Support: https://www.realitytc.com/support
Shop: https://www.zazzle.com/realitytc
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/realitytc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realitytc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realitytc

SHOW CREDITS:
Special thanks to Sun Channel for our music soundtrack, Peaceful Indie Blues, provided by Audio Jungle and licensed for Music Mass Reproduction.

Other music tracks licensed by MelodyLoops.com—license numbers available upon request.
AG Music, ‘The Circles Of Life’
Manuel Ochoa, ‘Deep Blues’, ‘Intimate Pianist’ and ‘Magical Stars’
Eitan Epstein Music, ‘Parisian Night Jazz’
Sergio Schnitzler, ‘East To West’

The following reference materials contributed ideas to this podcast:

The Harvard Gazette, April 9th, 2018, When science meets mindfulness, Researchers study how it seems to change the brain in depressed patients. by Alvin Powell https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2018/04/harvard-researchers-study-how-mindfulness-may-change-the-brain-in-depressed-patients/

The Problem With Positive Thinking, Psychology Today, Joel Mindon, Ph.D. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cbt-and-me/201608/the-problem-positive-thinking

10 Ways to Cope With Big Changes, Psychology Today, Stephanie Q. Sarkis, Ph.D. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/201701/10-ways-cope-big-changes

Meditation Apps Mentioned
Headspace https://www.headspace.com
Calm https://www.calm.com/

Julia Cameron, The Artist’s Way, Morning Pages free writing exercise.

Self-Care Video youtube.com/realitytc

GEAR:
Microphone: Audio-Technica AT3035
Preamp: Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Processor: dbx 286s
Edit and Mix: Pro Tools
Studio: “The Blanket Fort”

RealityTC® Dog Mom Out Podcast | S1 E1: Reclaiming Your Time—3 Things to Let Go Of and 3 Things to Keep

Hi, I’m Tara Cole—aka RealityTC®, and I’m a writer from Minneapolis by way of the ad business. The Dog Mom Out podcast focuses on reinvention—the strangeness that is mid-life—and getting back to the things we love in a world full of chaos.

In this introductory episode, I explore personal rituals and ways to reclaim our time, including three things to get rid of and three things to keep in order to create an 'island of peace' in our lives.

Topics include perfectionism, getting a handle on social media, people who deplete our energy, important rituals, better scheduling and embracing those who support our journey.

Self-rated: PG-13 (L)