The Wellness Connection

Join Shannon and Paula as they collaborate with BTPS South Schools Mental Health  Program; BRITE, and BTPS students; Charlie, Camden and Clara. They are joined by special guest, Ryan Straschnitzki; athlete and Mindset & Resiliency speaker, who "aims to inspire greatness in others through storytelling".  Ryan is a hockey player from Calgary, AB, Canada and when he was 17, he was trade...

Join Shannon and Paula in another episode dedicated to workplace wellness. In this episode they explore, discover and connect to cultivating a culture of wellness in the workplace and tips on how this can be developed. They dive into communication, transparency and the importance of engaging employees in the process of creating an environment of psychological health and safety in the workplace.  h...

In this episode Shannon and Paula chat with Community Coordinator with Wainwright & District Family & Community Support Services, Cassidy Graden.  In this episode we explore, discover and connect to the 8 domains of wellness and how individuals can use these domains to support them to achieve a higher level of wellness in all areas of their lives. We also touch on the importance of engagem...

In this new season of The Wellness Connection, we are focusing on Wellness in the Workplace as part of the Rural Mental Health Project. In this episode Shannon and Paula chat with Health Promotions Facilitator, Christina Harvey who works with Community Mental Health and Addictions in Wainwright, AB. Join us as we explore workplace wellness, the joys, the challenges and simple, yet meaningful tips...

In this episode of the Wellness Connection, Shannon and Paula talk with Ulises Reynaga. Ulises was a newcomer who moved to a small rural town in  Alberta, Canada from Guadalajara, a large city in Mexico.  Ulises talks about some of the challenges, similarities and some great ways to integrate and start to build connections in a new community. https://www.sagewellnessconnection.com/ https://www.fac...

Join Shannon and Paula along with special guest, Joshua Iverson, as they dive into  conversation about the topic of LGBTQ+ issues along with discussing gender and sexuality. They talk about how to be open minded to explore, support, learn and grow as a community.  Josh grew up in Wainwright, but is now living in Montreal and completing his Doctorate in clinical psychology.  Much of Josh's psy...

In this episode of the Wellness Connection, Shannon and Paula talk with First Responder, Advanced Care Paramedic, Tammie Dales. Tammie opens up about her long career working in a rural Alberta town, and her heavy diagnosis of PTSD. Tammie talks about some of the things that were happening before she was diagnosed and the importance of recognizing the signs. Tammie shares some of the recovery strat...

In this Wellness Connection Podcast Episode, Shannon and Paula talk with Natalie Costa, an Exercise Specialist & Client Health Educator at Alberta Health Services about living with Chronic Pain and its affects on your Mental Health. Natalie lives in Wainwright and understands the benefits and challenges that come along with living in a rural area when looking to access services. Natalie is a C...

*This episode deals with grief and loss and may be difficult for some people to listen to. In this Wellness Connection Podcast Episode join Paula and Shannon with Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with special guest, Sandy Machado. Sandy is a mom who has experienced her share of loss. She shares how she has coped with her grief and has found ways to have hope. Sandy addresses the need to commu...

Join Paula and Shannon with Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with Jamie Knight, who has a Masters degree in Social Work and provides counselling services at the Good Life Collective in Wainwright, AB. Jamie is a skilled, experienced, and passionate social worker who provides safe, ethical, trauma-informed counselling services that focus on promoting connection and healing. She is highly sough...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, join Shannon and Paula of Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with special guest, Ariel Haubrich.  Ariel possesses a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and has over 20 years experience in the mental health field, particularly in schools. Ariel is an owner of a yoga studio and embodies a holistic view of wellness.  In this podcast Ariel lea...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, join Shannon and Paula of Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with special guest, Ariel Haubrich.  Ariel possesses a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and has over 20 years experience in the mental health field, particularly in schools. Ariel is an owner of a yoga studio and embodies a holistic view of wellness.  In this podcast Ariel lea...

In this Wellness Connection Podcast Episode join Paula and Shannon with Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with special guest, Sandy Machado. Sandy is part of a farm family and touches on the challenges and the joys of living a life immersed in the agricultural field. Sandy addresses the need to have authentic conversations to stay mentally healthy and well. This podcast is brought to you by a...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode join Paula and Shannon of Sage Wellness Connection as they talk with special guest, Jodi Williams.  Jodi has lived and worked in the Wainwright area for many years and has been taking special care to cultivate her to  spiritual wellbeing.  Jodi calls upon her spiritual practice to get her through difficult times, and to help ground and connect her.  Jodi...

In this Wellness Connection podcast, join Paula and Shannon with Sage Wellness Connection as they talk with special guest, Sandra Grunow.  Sandra is an educator and Academic Advisor at Wainwright High School.  Sandra provides some great information to help you get started when thinking about choosing a career or making a career change.  Sandra supports students to take a look at their interests, p...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, join Shannon and Paula of Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with special guest, Ariel Haubrich.  Ariel possesses a Master's Degree in Educational Psychology and has over 20 years experience in the mental health field, particularly in schools. Ariel is an owner of a yoga studio and embodies a holistic view of wellness.  In this podcast Ariel lea...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, join Paula and Shannon of Sage Wellness Connection as they talk with special guest, Ashley Longstaff.  Ashley has a degree in Criminal Justice and works in our rural community with vulnerable persons.  She has a background in working with the homeless population and understands the importance of social connection and how it impacts our overall wellbeing...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, join Paula and Shannon of Sage Wellness Connection as they chat with special guest, Caroline McAuley, Registered Dietitian and environmental enthusiast.  Environmental Wellness inspires us to live a lifestyle that is respectful of our surroundings.  This realm encourages us to live in harmony with the earth by taking action to protect it.  In this podca...

In the Wellness Connection podcast episode, join Shannon and Paula with Sage Wellness Connection as they chat about the 8 Dimensions of Wellness and the Wellness Wheel Philosophy.  They talk about engaging a holistic approach to wellness and the benefits of exploring all aspects of your life to discover how they impact your overall wellbeing.  Connect to your strengths to support areas where you m...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, Shannon and Paula of Sage Wellness Connection chat with coach and personal trainer, Grant Friesen.  Grant is passionate about physical wellness but believes that true success in this area comes from coaching the whole person! This inspired view really connects to the wellness wheel philosophy, as all areas are interconnected and interdependent on the ot...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, Shannon and Paula of Sage Wellness Connection chat about intellectual wellness with special guest, Haley Newman who is a Mental Health Capacity Building Wellness Coach with the Vibe Program.  This program is based on the belief that mental and emotional wellbeing can be developed, nurtured and supported through promotion and prevention efforts. When ind...

In this Wellness Connection episode, join Paula and Shannon of Sage Wellness Connection as we chat with Kari Aykroyd, the Executive Director of Wainwright and District Family and Community Services.  Kari discusses the programs, supports and resources that make up FCS. Wainwright and District FCS is a joint venture between the Province of Alberta and the Town of Wainwright, the Municipal District...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, Paula and Shannon chat with special guest, Christina Harvey, a Health Promotion Facilitator with Community Mental Health and Addictions in Wainwright, AB.  We explore the social pressures of drinking and how this can influence excessive alcohol consumption and impact our overall health and wellbeing.    Thank you to our episode sponsor, The Canadian Men...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode, Paula and Shannon chat with special guest, Erica Waller, personal trainer and nutrition enthusiast to take a look at what it means to stay well during the winter months.  We chat about everything from fitness and nutrition to sleep hygiene.  Erica tells us about some of the tips she shares with her clients as well as how she creates a holistic wellness...

In this Wellness Connection podcast episode Paula and Shannon chat with special guest, Dr. Jaime Williams.  https://www.jaimewilliams-psychology.com/ Dr. Williams is a clinical psychologist supporting individuals woth online therapy who live in Alberta and Saskatchewan. In this episode we look at what living a balance life means to us and how to work towards creating balance throughout your day. ...