Podcasts by Learning to Slay the Beasts Podcast

Episode 152: How to Achieve Body Peace with Nina Manolson from 2023-12-08T18:20:45

This week we chat with Nina Manolson, a Body Peace Coach, on How To Achieve Body Peace. This is a huge challenge for many of us as we end up influenced by...

Episode 151: How to Find Our Best Selves with Tanya Cole-Lesnick from 2023-11-20T02:54

This week with chat with Psychotherapist and Coach Tanya Cole-Lesnick about how to find our best selves. Tanya has a Master's degree in Social Wo...

Episode 150: How to Raise Confident Kids with Dr. Kate Lund from 2023-11-06T02:31

Dr. Kate Lund is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Peak Performance Coach, Best-selling Author and TEDx Speaker. Her specialized training in medical psychology includes the world-renowned Shrine...

Episode 149: How to Heal Diet&Binge Cycles for Good with Anna Surrey from 2023-10-23T02:00

I am thrilled to speak to Anna Surrey this week about how to heal diet and binge cycle for good! Anna is a Food and Body Freedom coach that is focussed on helping women heal the diet/binge rolle...

Episode 148: PANDAS/PANS Perspectives with Zack Oates from 2023-10-09T02:14

Today, October 9th, we mark another PANDAS/PANS Awareness Day.

I am pleased to bring you an interview with a young person living with PANDAS that provides a first-hand perspective of livi...

Episode 147: Fall 2023 Preview from 2023-10-03T02:35

Welcome back! This week I give an update on my summer/fall and provide a preview of episodes to come!

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed as medica...

Episode 146: Shining A Light on PANS/PANDAS Kyra Dugan from 2023-06-27T04:07

Kyra Dugan (pen name Simone Riley Walker) is a PANS/PANDAS advocate and blogger that is raising awareness for a condition that comple...

Episode 145: How To Bounce Back From Rock Bottom with Amy Denson from 2023-06-20T04:44

Amy Denson is a former professional athlete turned Nutritional Therapy Practitioner after being diagnosed with her second autoimmune disorder post-reti...

Episode 144: Linking Gut Health and Mental Health with Ashley Carpentier from 2023-06-12T02:00

We have talked previously on the podcast about the importance of gut health (Episode 110: How To Pr...

Episode 143: Spiritual Hypnosis with Melissa Conkling from 2023-05-30T03:34

Spirituality can mean so much to different people and to me it is something I am still working to figure out. Today we connect with Melissa Conkling Listen

Episode 142: Floods and Mold from 2023-05-23T03:45

In this solo episode, I talk about life over the last 6 weeks, why I have been delayed in putting up new podcasts and what is coming in the spring/summer. 

Do you have ideas for podcast e...

Episode 141: Co-dependency, People pleasing&Healing After Divorce with Karen McMahon from 2023-04-18T02:00

Divorce is a topic that we covered in Episode 105: How to Journey Beyond Div...

Episode 140: How To Explore New Foods With Our Children with Samantha Goldman from 2023-04-11T19:48

Samantha Goldman is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and she also has a passion for exploring new foods with children and expanding ...

Episode 139: How To Thrive In Sobriety with Jennifer Hirst from 2023-04-04T02:00

Jennifer Hirst is a Sober Coach. She has a great platform on social media where she spreads the message of sobriety, its benefits and h...

Episode 138: How Do I Have High Cholesterol? from 2023-03-25T19:09

In this personal episode, I provide some recent insights into my health, including a recent discovery that I have high cholesterol and what I am doing about it.

As always, this podcast is...

Episode 137: How to Overcome Parental Alienation with Lisa Goodpaster from 2023-02-28T19:38:48

This week on the podcast we welcome Parental Alienation Survivor and Childhood Trauma Educator Lisa Goodpaster. Lisa has been through a dif...

Episode 136: How to Thrive in Tough Situations with Gladys Camacho from 2023-02-21T16:40:40

Gladys Camacho is a huge inspiration. She has been through a number of difficult situations, including having a child at a young age and a cancer diagnos...

Episode 135: All About Language Development&Audiology with Dr. Lilach Saperstein from 2023-02-14T02:23

Today we are speaking with Dr. Lilach Saperstein. She is an Audiologist and Parent Coach that helps families feel confident and connected. She helps to integrate the information along with the e...

Episode 134: How to Break Up Like A Badass with Tal Yardeni from 2023-02-01T02:18

Breakups are hard. I don’t think anyone is excited about going through the emotional aspects of a breakup. But, today’s guest Tal Yardeni...

Episode 133: Demystifying PANS/PANDAS with Dr. Nancy O’Hara, MD from 2023-01-10T02:49

This week I am so thrilled to learn more about PANDAS/PANS and welcome Dr. Nancy O’Hara. She is a Board-certified Pediatrician in the United States that ha...

Episode 132: Renewal Meditation from 2023-01-03T10:39:21

As we enter the New Year it can often feel like a time of renewal. Join me for a short meditation on renewal. If you would like to journal following the meditation, here are the prompts that I m...

Episode 131: Best of 2022 from 2022-12-29T15:30:36

This week we round out the year by recapping 2022. We play the best clips from all of the episodes! Find an episode you missed? Go back and enjoy it!

Here are the top 10 most downloaded e...

Episode 130: How to Tackle the Holidays&Winter Blahs with Miranda Barker from 2022-12-13T04:32

The Winter is a season that is full of a lot of ups and downs. We have the holidays which can feel exciting but also frantic and stressful at times. We then move into a period of Winter that can...

Episode 129: Holiday Gift Ideas 2022 from 2022-12-06T20:29:19

This week on the podcast I provide a few gift ideas that are timely for 2022.

Enjoy!

Don't forget my book:

Pendulum by S.E. German

My middle-grade fiction novel Pendu...

Episode 128: How to Start Over with Elle Hart from 2022-11-29T02:00

Imagine your whole life changed and you are completely starting over. You were recently divorced after 25 years and empty-nesting. You’ve also just moved across the country where you don’t know ...

Episode 127: How To Be A Conscious Parent with Nina Cruz from 2022-11-08T02:00

Parenting is hard and we have talked recently about helping our teens through challenges, supporting our LGBTQIA+ youth and teens, as well as parenting highly sensitive children. Today we are go...

Episode 126: How to Travel with Neurodiverse Children with Dawn Barclay from 2022-10-26T02:21

It’s estimated that one out of every 44 children falls on the autism spectrum and many more children have attention and/or mood disorders. It can be challenging for parents of neurodiverse child...

Episode 125: How to Parent Through Trauma with Stephanie Duesing from 2022-10-18T02:46

This week we are back into the parenting sphere. We have Stephanie Duesing joining us, a mother who is also a former music teacher and now an author a...

Episode 124: How to Master Change with Steven Twohig from 2022-10-11T04:25

Change and transitions are a big part of our life and can be challenging. On a previous episode, E Listen

Episode 117: How to Love Food&Fitness (in that order!) with Sam Gwaz from 2022-05-31T02:25

This week I am so excited to interview someone that I have been loving on Instagram for quite some time now. As I have been through my own journey of body acceptance, trying to find a balance be...

Episode 116: How to Achieve Happiness with Shaun Browne from 2022-05-17T02:10

We are all striving to be happy in our lives, but do we even know what that means or looks like?

I am happy to dig into this topic more with our guest this weekLisa Navarra, an award-winning educator, behavior specialist and creator of book...

Episode 112: How To Parent Through Health Challenges with Helen Wills from 2022-04-05T03:30

This week on the podcast we are going to dig into parenting tweens and teens during difficult times, like health challenges. I am excited to welcome

I would love to hear your story abo...

Episode 110: How to Promote Gut Health with Prajakta Apte from 2022-03-15T13:10:38

In this week's episode I chat with Prajakta Apte, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the Owner of Right Nutrition Works. Listen

Episode 109: Reclaiming My Personal Health...Pt 2 from 2022-03-08T06:38:28

In Episode 74 I shared about my own health challenges and the new steps that I was taking to...

Episode 108: How to Beat Burnout with Dr. Puja Aggarwal, MD from 2022-03-01T05:26

This week we tackle how to beat burnout and overcome stress. 

This week I am excited to welcome Dr. Puja Aggarwal, MD. Dr. Agg...

Episode 107: FREE Mantra Meditation from 2022-02-22T05:30

After chatting with Hannah Jane Thompson in Episode 106 (How To Breath...

Episode 106: How to Breathe Like A Badass with Hannah Jane Thompson from 2022-02-15T05:00

This week we move from big topics into powerful tools. 

We dig deeper to understand the power of Meditation and hear perspectives from Author and Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher<...

Episode 105: How To Journey Beyond Divorce with Karen McMahon from 2022-02-08T04:57

This week we tackle another big topic for the New Year, Divorce. We touched on divorce in Listen

Episode 103: Supporting PANDAS, PANS and Chronic Illness Naturally with Eryn Darling from 2022-01-25T04:31

This week we are joined by Chronic Illness Health Coach Eryn Darling (aka The Healthful Darling). Eryn is a trained Nutritionist and Child and Yout...

Episode 102: How to Make Classrooms More Inclusive with DJ Nicholson from 2022-01-18T04:04

UPDATED with FULL FILE 01-23-2022

This week we welcome DJ Nicholson, Director of Inclusiveology. After 26 years in public edu...

Episode 101: How to Heal Your Inner Child with Mishka Sibert from 2022-01-11T04:06

We have talked a little bit on the podcast about both autism and trauma healing, but there is certainly a lot more to learn on these topics.

I am happy this week to welcome Listen

Episode 99: Best of 2021 Part 1 from 2021-12-28T03:39

This week I start my wrap up of 2021 and it was so much fun that I am going to split it into two episodes! Thank you to all of the guests that were part of the episodes this year. This roll up g...

Episode 98: Grounding for the Holidays from 2021-12-21T02:20

The holidays can be a stressful time. Add a pandemic, and it can be ever more stressful! This week on the podcast I talk about how I plan to get through the 2021 holidays and care for myself at ...

Episode 97: How to Deal with Awkward Situations with Paula Jean Ferri from 2021-12-14T02:11

This week on the podcast I am excited to speak with Paula Jean Ferri. She is an author and is going to share about a book she wrote calledAlex Pin an Author, Mom, Parenting Coach and...

Episode 93: Benefits of a Plant-Based Lifestyle with Kathy Davis from 2021-11-16T02:36

This week on the podcast, we speak with Kathy Davis, a plant-based lifestyle coach, recipe d...

Episode 92: How to Master Transitions with Rachel Shumway from 2021-11-09T03:45

This week on the podcast we dig into transitions with our guest Rachel Shumway. Rachel is a Coach, Podcaster and the Founder of Listen

Episode 91: Talking about ‘The Biggies‘ with Devin Tomiak from 2021-11-02T02:07

As you know, on this podcast we talk about all the challenging things in life. My guest this week has found a way to help us speak with our children about all the challenging things too.

...

Episode 90: PANDAS/PANS Month Recap from 2021-10-26T02:06

This week we continue to bring awareness to PANDAS/PANS. I do a recap of what I learned in the episodes this month, specifically Dr. Jill Crista. She is a rock star at helping families...

Episode 88: Brain Inflamed with Dr. Kenneth Bock from 2021-10-12T02:02

This week we continue to bring awareness to PANDAS/PANS. I am so thrilled to welcome Dr. Kenneth Bock, a world-renowned In...

Episode 87: ”I Am Not Alone” - PANDAS/PANS Awareness Day 2021 with Gabriella True from 2021-10-05T02:07

PANDAS/PANS Awareness Day is October 9, 2021 in many jurisdictions. To learn more about PANDAS/PANS, this week we speak with Gabriella True, Pres...

Episode 86: Back to School Series Recap + Seasonal Reflection Meditation from 2021-09-28T02:08

In this week's episode I recap some of the key lessons that I learned from the 2021 Back To School Series (Episodes 81-85). This series included interviews with Dr. Elham Raker about ways to prepare for back to sc...

Episode 84: Back to School Series - Techniques for Neurodivergent Learners with Leslie Gipson from 2021-09-14T02:02

As part of our back to school series, this week we chat with Educational Kinesiologist Leslie Gipson about ways to prepare for back to s...

Episode 84: Back to School Series - Techniques for Neurodivergent Learners with Leslie Gipson from 2021-09-14T02:02

As part of our back to school series, this week we chat with Educational Kinesiologist Leslie Gipson about ways to prepare for back to s...

Episode 83: Back to School Series - Personal Perspectives from 2021-09-07T02:05

In this solo episode, as part of the Back to School Series I give my personal perspective on Back to School 2021. I talk about my current worries, new gear for the kids, advocating for food alle...

Episode 82: Back to School Series - Using Yoga and Breathwork to Parent Successfully with Anja Simmons from 2021-08-31T02:01

As part of our back to school series, this week we chat with Parenting Success Coach

This week we focus on bullying and speak with Listen

Episode 80: Recovering From Life’s Stressors with Dr. Jannine Krause from 2021-08-17T02:01

Dr. Jannine Krause is a Naturopathic Doctor that mixes Traditional Chinese Medicine & acupuncture with functional medicine to creat...

Episode 79: Womb Wisdom, Ancestral Healing and Meditation with Catherine Hull from 2021-08-10T02:00

Catherine Hull is a Guide and Healer who has worked in the world of Energy Medicine and self-healing practices for the past 14 yea...

Episode 78: What Do I Need Right Now? from 2021-08-03T02:01

In this week's episode, I take a week to do a solo episode on what I need for myself right now and what is saving my life right now. With the stresses of COVID, parenting, work, and more, there ...

Episode 77: Everything You Need To Know About Allergies with Dr. Karen Kaufman from 2021-07-27T02:05

In this week's episode, we speak with Dr. Karen Kaufman all about environmental and food allergies.

Dr. Kaufman is an awar...

Episode 76: Overcoming Dysfunctional Eating with Amy Johnson from 2021-07-20T02:01

In this week's episode, we speak with Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Amy Johnson about overcoming dysfunctional eating.

Episode 75: Let It Go Meditation from 2021-07-13T02:01

This week I am celebrating my 75th Episode with another free meditation. This meditation focuses on letting go of things, emotions, situations that are no longer serving us. The meditation leave...

Episode 74: Reclaiming My Personal Health from 2021-07-06T00:01

In this week's episode, I give an update on my own personal health journey. I talk about the fact that I haven't been feeling my best in recent months and how I have decided to tackle this issue...

Episode 73: Holistic Mental Health Practices for Teens with Devorah Goldblatt from 2021-06-29T02:01

In this week's episode, we speak with Holistic Counsellor Devorah Goldblatt about holistic mental health practices and treatment for teens and ear...

Episode 72: Finding Alignment with Career Coach Penelope Layzell from 2021-06-22T02:00

In this week's episode, we speak with Intuitive Career Coach and Soul Healer Penelope Layzell to dive further into finding our purpose and the right path for our career and ultimately, our life....

Episode 71: Bodytypology 101 with Naturopath Sue-Anne Hickey from 2021-06-15T02:00

This week we speak with Naturopath Sue-Anne Hickey to learn all about bodytypology (https://www.body...

Episode 70: Living to Our Full Potential with Mindset Coach Marina B from 2021-06-08T02:01

In this week's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Corporate Attorney turned Mindset Coach Marina B Laura Baumann ( from 2021-05-25T02:02

In this week's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Selvi Vasudevan, MD. We learn about her struggle with Crohn's dise...

Episode 67: The Importance of the Mother-Daughter Connection with Amelia Mora-Mars from 2021-05-18T02:00

Coming off of Mother's Day 2021, I speak with Psychotherapist and Coach Amelia Mora-Mars, founder of Listen

Episode 65: Homeopathic Treatment of PANDAS and PANS with Dr. Jennifer Bahr from 2021-05-04T02:01

On this week’s episode, I have the opportunity to interview Dr. Jennifer Bahr of Resilience ...

Episode 64: PANDAS/PANS Options&Pendulum by S.E. German Chapter 1 from 2021-04-27T02:00

On this week’s episode, I provide an overview of some of my recent learnings on PANDAS/PANS from the Get Unstuck Parenting Summit hosted by Dr. Ros...

Episode 63: Finding Food Freedom with Melissa Rohlfs from 2021-04-20T02:00

This week I had the pleasure to speak with Melissa Rohlfs, Holistic Health and Life Coach, Founder of Anasha Khan, Certified Life Coach and Blogger at anashakh...

Episode 61: Radical Self-Acceptance and Being Gluten Free with Carrie Veatch from 2021-04-06T02:00

This week I had the pleasure to speak with Carrie Veatch, Mindset Coach and Founder of Set Yourself Free LLC. Carrie and I spoke abou...

Episode 60: Micro-Meditation from 2021-03-30T02:01

After my conversation with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge in Episode 59 Listen

Episode 58: Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey from 2021-03-16T02:00

In this episode, I catch up on life one year after my Rise Toronto experience, one year after COVID and review Matthew McConaughey's book Greenlights.

As always, this podcast is based on ...

Episode 57: Grief, Loss and Self Care with Amanda Ferrat from 2021-03-09T02:00

In this episode, I speak with Emotional Wellness Counsellor Amanda Ferrat. Amanda is the Founder of Value Yourself Counseling and...

Episode 56: Moving from Body Shrinking to Body Positive from 2021-03-02T06:00

In this episode, I talk about progression in my health journey from focusing on restriction and body shrinking to learning about intuitive eating, diet culture and the Health at Every Size (HAES...

Episode 55: Pendulum by S.E. German Q&A from 2021-02-23T02:00

In this episode, I do a Q and A on my new middle-grade novel, Pendulum by S.E. German. I talk all about the inspiration and the writing and publication process. 

Pendulum by S.E. German i...

Episode 54: Self Love Meditation from 2021-02-16T02:00

In this episode we switch from loving others on Valentine's Day to some self love, as we walk through a 10-minute Self Love and Acceptance Meditation.

I also mention the publication of my...

Episode 53: Happiness Habits from 2021-02-09T02:00

In this episode, I talk about the 9 Pillars of Happiness that are the basis for the @HappinessHabits613 Happiness Challenge for Februa...

Episode 52: A Parental Perspective on PANDAS/PANS with Marnie&Richard Deschenes from 2021-02-02T02:00

In this episode, I speak with Marnie (IG: @marniedeschenes and FB: Marnie Deschenes...

Episode 51: Reducing Stress to Lose Fat with Lydia DiFrancesco from 2021-01-26T02:00

In this episode, I speak with health and fitness expert Lydia Di Francesco (IG @fithealthy365) of F...

Episode 50: PANDAS/PANS Fundamentals with Dr. Scott and Dr. Ellen Antoine from 2021-01-19T02:00

In this episode, I speak with American Board Certified Physicians Dr. Scott and Dr. Ellen Antoine (@thepandasdocs) of @bytownboy, Listen

BONUS Episode (47): 40 Nuggets of Wisdom as I Turn 40 from 2020-12-30T02:00

In this episode, I reflect on my 40th Birthday and provide 40 nuggets of wisdom from my life experience.

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed as med...

Episode 46: Year End and New Year Reflection Prompts from 2020-12-29T02:00

In this episode, I provide some ideas for Year End reflection and New Year visioning.

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed as medical or professiona...

Episode 45: Wintertime Hot Chocolate Meditation from 2020-12-22T02:00

In this episode, I build on our Meditation Series to bring you a short Wintertime Hot Chocolate Meditation for kids and adults alike! I use movement and visualization to create a relaxing time f...

Episode 44: Prepping for a Different Kind of Holiday Season from 2020-12-15T02:00

On this week's episode I talk about preparing for the 2020 holiday season during the COVID pandemic. There are opportunities to make it different in a fun and less stressful way this year! Also,...

Episode 43: Eating for a Healthy Weight with Emily Cornelius from 2020-12-08T02:00

On this week's episode I interview Emily Cornelius, a Registered Dietician, Co-host of the

As always, this podc...

Episode 41: The Benefits of Tea with Jenny Tse from 2020-11-24T02:00

On this week's episode, I interview Jenny Tse, Owner and Founder of the Award Winning Tea Company, Sipping Streams. We talk about her background in tea, types of tea and how tea can be used to r...

Episode 40: Updates on all the things... from 2020-11-17T02:00

In this episode I provide updates from past episodes so you know where things are at!

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed as medical or professiona...

Episode 39: Body Scan Meditation from 2020-11-10T06:00

In this episode, I build on our Meditation Series to bring you a 30 minute Body Scan meditation. This is the first style of meditation that I started to use consistently. Once you learn the form...

Episode 38: Rachel Hollis - Didn't See That Coming from 2020-11-03T06:00

In this episode I talk about Rachel Hollis' new book Didn't See That Coming. 

I give an overview, my thoughts on the book and specific parts that spoke to me.

As always, this podca...

Episode 37: COVID Halloween&Celebrations from 2020-10-27T06:00

In this episode I talk about our approach to Halloween this year and what we have done for birthdays over the past few months. I am heading into birthday season, with my son's birthday only a mo...

Episode 36: Reducing Caffeine to Reduce Anxiety from 2020-10-20T07:23:58

In this week's episode, I talk about reducing my caffeine intake in order to reduce my feelings of anxiety. The headaches, oh, the headaches...

As always, this podcast is based on experie...

Episode 35: Wind Down Meditation from 2020-10-13T06:00

I am building on my meditation training from the Peace Room (IG @thepeaceroom) to bring you a Wind Down Meditation. 

Enjoy this...

Episode 34: PANDAS/PANS Awareness Day (October 9) from 2020-10-06T06:00

In this episode, I dive further into my family's experience with PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder After with Streptococcal Infections), PANDAS/PANS Awareness Day (October 9...

Episode 33: Exploring Play from 2020-09-29T06:00

In this episode, I explore the idea of play to relieve burden and ultimately anxiety using examples in my life.

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed...

Episode 32: Creativity and Social Responsibility during COVID-19 from 2020-09-22T16:53:48

In this episode, I ask questions and give thoughts about the impacts of the COVID 19 pandemic on creativity (e.g. impacts of increased stress on creativity) and whether creatives are should be p...

Episode 31: Back to School Part 2 from 2020-09-15T06:00

In this episode, I talk about the experience of my children returning to school during the Coronavirus(COVID-19) Pandemic in Canada. This is such a tough time and no decision feels like the righ...

Episode 30: Is "Transformation Tuesday" just fat-shaming? from 2020-09-08T06:00

In this week's podcast, I talk about the health, wellness and fitness industry's obsession with before and after photos.

After scrolling through my IG feed and seeing one too many before ...

Episode 29: Judgement Meditation from 2020-09-01T06:00

I recently took training in giving meditations at the Peace Room (IG @thepeaceroom) and put it to work on this 15-minute Judgement Med...

Episode 28: Back to School? from 2020-08-25T06:00

On this week's podcast I talk about the decision to send our kids back to school in person versus remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. I provide resources that I have been seeking out a...

Episode 27: Top 5 Inspirational Women from 2020-08-18T06:00

I am always trying to keep myself motivated. Having a young daughter also makes me very conscious of the messages that she is receiving about being a girl and eventually a women. I want ...

Episode 26: Staycationing during COVID 19 from 2020-08-11T06:00

In this episode of the podcast, I explore what I got up to on my staycation this summer. There is definitely a challenge this year with wanting to fulfill our vacation dreams, wanting to stay sa...

Episode 25: Untamed by Glennon Doyle from 2020-08-04T06:00

In this episode of the podcast, I explore the new book 'Untamed' by Glennon Doyle. Glennon (I think we are on a first name basis) is an author, activist, blogger (Episode...

Episode 23: The Mystique of Therapy from 2020-07-21T06:00

A lot of podcasts and social media speak vaguely of 'therapy'. But, what does that mean? What does it look like?

In this episode, I provide some personal examples of my experience with 't...

Episode 22: Mid Year Journal Prompts from 2020-07-14T06:00

In this episode, I provide a few journal exercises that I have undertaken recently:

- Adjusting my goals for 2020 in my Start Today journal;

- Writing a letter of what I would like...

Episode 21: Advocating For Your Children from 2020-07-07T06:00

In this episode, I provide my experience in advocating for my kids in the health and school systems. Some things that worked well for me:

- use your strengths;

- build on the exper...

Episode 20: Gluten Free 4 Kids from 2020-06-30T06:00

In this episode I provide my experience in transitioning my son to gluten free eating. Some things that worked well for me:

- focussing on foods he already loved that are naturally gluten...

Episode 19: The Trailer from 2020-06-22T18:08:25

Better late than never! ]

In this trailer episode I provide my background and my intent for the podcast.

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be construed...

Episode 19: Essential Oils for All the Things... from 2020-06-16T07:00

In this episode, I speak about how I got into essentials oils and all the things that I am using them for. I have recently become a doTerra Wellness Advocate and am thrilled to share my story. Listen

Episode 18: Review of Dave Hollis' Get Out of Your Own Way from 2020-06-09T07:46

I review Dave Hollis' book, "Get Out of Your Own Way" and talk about each "Lie" that I found applicable to my life. This book includes tangible advice and will get you interested in more teachin...

Episode 17: Keeping busy during self-isolation from 2020-06-02T07:00

In this episode, I speak about all the things that I am doing to keep busy during self-isolation and the COVID 19 pandemic.

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not ...

Episode 16: Exploring Creativity from 2020-05-25T08:00

In this episode, I speak about Big Magic, a non-fiction book by Elizabeth Gilbert, and her perspective on creativity. I also speak about writing, one of my creative outlets, and the development ...

Episode 15: Music for Stress Relief from 2020-04-30T19:39:24

In this episode, I explore music for stress relief, from studying lyrics, to playing music and attending live shows.

As always, this podcast is based on experiences and should not be cons...

Episode 14: Interview with Author Tina Wilson from 2020-04-21T06:45:10

I interview author Tina Wilson on her first book and anxiety. Check out her book

Follow her on I...

Episode 13: First, We Make the Beast Beautiful.... from 2020-04-13T19:45:58

In this episode, I review 'First, We Make the Beast Beautiful' by Sarah Wilson. I consider this book to be very valuable in anxiety management. Sarah is not a doctor but instead provides her per...

Episode 12: Talking Body Image In the Time Of Coronavirus from 2020-04-07T08:00:31

I reflect on body image during the time of the coronavirus. I talk about the need to focus on real priorities like eating well, moving our bodies, sleeping and loving each other.

See the ...

Episode 11: A Baby Story from 2020-04-01T19:19:35

I love hearing birth stories! After listening to the recent birth story on the Ultimate Health Podcast, I reflected on the stories of the births of my two children and I thought I would share th...

Episode 10: The Four Tendencies from 2020-03-25T18:50:43

Gretchen Rubin's 'The Four Tendencies' has totally taken over how I run my life and my relationships! Listen to my explanation of the tendencies, including my tendency, read the book and/or take...

Episode 9: Self Care During Times of High Anxiety from 2020-03-22T10:04:29

Anxiety is running high right now. I can feel it in myself and in others. We all have unique situations in dealing with this pandemic. In this episode, I talk about things that I am doing right ...

Episode 8: Rise Toronto 2020 Review from 2020-03-16T19:42:57

In this episode, I give my experience at Rise Toronto 2020 and focus on key learnings from the event. Speakers included:

- Rachel Hollis ( from 2020-02-10T18:17:48

At the beginning of a new decade, many of us have made New Years' Resolutions. If yours is a fitness resolution, listen to my tips and tricks having kept my resolution six years ago to live a he...

Episode 2: Dipping a Toe in Personal Development from 2020-02-10T18:12:28

I attend the MoveCON (Health and Fitness) Conference in Ottawa, Ontario and share my insights from the event.

I also share that I have registered for Rise 2020 in Toronto, ON, Canada!

Episode 1: Storytelling from 2020-02-10T18:00:30

I love a good story. I have found over the years that I learn the most through storytelling. Here I tell a story I heard on a recent trip to the Netherlands!

 As always, this podcast is b...

Background: Getting Stuck from 2020-02-09T13:13:55

Addressing behaviours of getting stuck as part of the neuroimmune disorder PANDAS.

Background: PANDAS from 2020-02-09T13:06:16

The impact of a little known disorder called PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Strep).

As always, this podcast is based on my experience and should no...

Background: That Mom from 2020-02-09T13:01:21

Ever feel like that annoying mom?

As always, this podcast is based on my experience and should not be construed as medical advice.