Yogi and The BeachMan
Welcome to our humble podcast, where guests share their stories and passions, showcasing how they help people and alleviate suffering, making the world a better place one insightful conversation at a time. Join us as we dive into a myriad of topics fueled by our passion to make a positive impact.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, we bring you fresh episodes packed with entertaining and inspiring stories with proven life hacks you'll appreciate.
Meet our hosts: two witty Michigan transplants now enjoying life in sunny Southwest Florida. One is a left-leaning Yogi, and the other a right-leaning BeachMan. Despite their differing views, they find common ground on peace, self-improvement, helping others, healthy eating, light-heartedness, music, and a shared love for animals.
Our backgrounds are as diverse as our interests, ranging from naval nuclear training and submarine adventures to in-depth explorations of yoga, sales, solar power systems, and labor and delivery nursing.
Tune in and join the conversation as we explore how individuals are making a difference and learn how you can too.
Yogi and The BeachMan
From Prison to Purpose: Sherri Keenan's Journey of Healing and Transformation
In this heartfelt episode of Yogi and The BeachMan, hosts Jim and Rick welcome Sherri Keenan, a trauma-informed yoga teacher, Reiki master, herbalist, and the creative force behind Wild Woods Goods. Sherri opens up about her remarkable life journey, from her roots in South Dakota to her transformative experiences in Florida and beyond. She shares how practices like yoga, belly dancing, and hula hooping helped her overcome personal challenges, including significant weight loss and a life-changing 10-month prison sentence for cannabis-related charges. Sherri reflects on the profound lessons learned during her incarceration, including humility and bravery, shaped by Lakota ceremonies and community.
The conversation dives deep into Sherri’s holistic approach to healing, emphasizing mental, physical, and spiritual wellness. She discusses her work as a trauma-informed yoga instructor, creating safe spaces for others through restorative classes, grief groups, and sister circles on Florida’s beaches. Sherry also touches on her herbalist craft, sharing how she makes everything from deodorant to tea at home, embracing a DIY lifestyle rooted in intention and sustainability.
With raw authenticity, Sherri recounts the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Morgan, and how it has fueled her mission to help others navigate trauma. Through stories of resilience, accountability, and living life as a "ceremony," Sherri inspires listeners to embrace their own journeys, ride life’s waves, and find peace within. Join us for a powerful discussion filled with wisdom, empathy, and a reminder that we’re all "recovering" in our own way—whether from pain, mistakes, or broken Corningware.
Tune in for an episode that’s as enlightening as it is uplifting!
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Wild Woods Goods wildwoodsgoods.com
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Meet "Yogi" Jim and "Beachman" Rick, two Michigan natives who now call Port Charlotte, Florida home. Jim's journey includes serving in the US Navy, specializing in nuclear power on submarines. He's transitioned through roles in sales, owned a yoga studio, trained extensively in yoga, served as a Youth Director at Unity Church, and now thrives as a Labor and Delivery Nurse. Rick, also a Navy veteran skilled in nuclear power and submarine service, pursued careers in sales, owned a landscaping company, worked in car sales, and now excels as a solar power expert at Advance Solar. Rick's musical passion includes playing bass guitar in a band and he's deeply engaged in politics. Together, their lively discussions and stories promise both entertainment and laughter.
