The Spoonie Podcast

It's Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. I am joined by Joyce Shen, a business analyst and mother to two beautiful daughters. Her husband Jeff took his own life a couple of years ago. Joyce opens up about what it is like to sit on the other side of someone who is struggling with mental illness, how to deal with guilt and grief, and how she finds strength moving forward.  Let's connect: I...

I read a letter that I wrote to myself at the beginning of my gradual return to work last summer. I also announce that I have decided to take a brief pause from releasing new episodes in order to take important time to pause, reflect and recharge.  Thank you for listening and following my journey! Let's connect: Instagram: @thecalmpodcast E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com Facebook: The Calm Po...

Jason Rempel had a successful corporate job but knew something was missing. So he took a year off work to travel around 31 countries and 7 continents. Listen to his inspiring story to hear what he learned along the way. We talk about living in alignment, what success means, the importance of well-being, and how to take a leap of faith. Get in touch with Jason LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/...

This episode is an audio recording of a conversation I had on June 2, 2020 with my husband Adam, my colleague Tasha and some current/former students who are passionate about social justice and human rights (Ganiyat, Hannah, Ivana, Isabelle, Jayhan, Lizzy, Tayo, Aribim and Edward). We discussed systemic racism, micro aggressions, privilege, white fragility, intersectionality, performative allyship,...

Meet Helen Youn, one of the first certified KonMari Consultants in the world! She breaks down Marie Kondo's process, and the Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing. Even if you have already read the book, watched the Netflix series, or done the "tidying festival," I promise this episode is LOADED with major take-aways. Helen explains how her life changed for the better since le...

I am passionate about diversity and as a teacher, I work hard to create safe spaces for queer youth on campus. This episode is a reflection about some of the things I have learned attending workshops and facilitating a Gender and Sexuality Awareness Club (GSA) at my school. I address and explain the following topics: Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Biological Sex, Gender Expression, Conversio...

Jen Stuart is a facilitator for Healing Trauma with Yoga. Her practice revolves around empowering people to release emotional traumas from the physical body. This is done through practices including yoga, somatic experiencing, breath work, mindfulness, self soothing and self regulation techniques. Through learning the language of the body, we can learn to transform emotional trauma into emotional...

I discuss how I use positive affirmation in my daily life. Instagram: @thecalmpodcast www.thecalmpodcast.com   emily@thecalmpodcast.com 

Meet Cindy Drummond, author of "Reflections from the Dating Pool." After the initial shock of witnessing the arrest of the man she had been in love with for six years, Cindy and her daughters fled their beloved family home and sought refuge in her parent’s basement.  Betrayed and heartbroken, Cindy knew she needed to act fast. She refused to let the actions of one deceitful person define...

Thinking of starting a podcast but don't know where to start? I walk you through the steps I followed.  Self-confidence (you can do it!) Come up with a concept Figure out the technology. Here is what I use: Zoom H4N Pro Recorder Manfrotto MTPIXI-B PIXI Mini Tripod Zencastr or Ringr websites to record interviews online (use headphones) Adobe Audition to edit audio (Audacity and Garage Band are...

My former student Ly-Anh Reid joins me to talk about her upbringing and what it is like pursuing a Master's Degree in Kinesiology at the University of Alberta. Topics include: balancing academic/athletic/musical pursuits, developing a strong work ethic, getting involved with co-curricular activities, learning when to say no, intrinsic motivation, following your interests/passions, networking...

I share two strategies that have helped me resolve conflicts before they escalate! Let's Connect Instagram: @thecalmpodcast Website: https://www.thecalmpodcast.com/ E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com 

Human Design Expert Erin Claire Jones works with individuals, partners and companies to help people better understand themselves and know how to work together. Established in 1987, Human Design is a system that combines principles of the I Ching, Astrology, Kabbalah, Hindu-Brahmin Chakra System and Quantum Physics. If you love learning more about yourself and want to uncover a way to live in align...

My former student Maryn Franks joins me to talk about the different ways we use journals in our lives. We also discuss an awesome free app with journal prompts called Dive Thru . Let's Connect Instagram: @thecalmpodcast Website: https://www.thecalmpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecalmpodcast/   E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com 

Christopher Primeau and Jordan Remple talk about their work with the non-profit "Impact Society." They get real and vulnerable with personal stories about incarceration, mental illness and addictions. We talk about the crisis in boys, the importance of self-worth and the impact a positive mentor can have on the trajectory of someone's life. Check out their new podcast "Talking...

I introduce a new segment! Find out some of my favourite fiction and non-fiction books, and cool apps for book worms. What topic should I address next? Message me on instagram @thecalmpodcast or emily@thecalmpodcast.com. 

Meet brain injury survivor Juliana DeMay. She shares her experience with mental health, ADHD, HSP (Highly Sensitive Person), having a non-linear career path and her self-care strategies. Let's Connect Instagram: @thecalmpodcast Website: https://www.thecalmpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecalmpodcast/   E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com 

Based on popular demand, here are my top tips for dealing with headaches. What topic should I address next? Message me on @thecalmpodcast or emily@thecalmpodcast.com. 

Benazir Radmanesh is the Student Experience and Careers Development Coordinator at Curtin University. She shares how she maintains recovery from an eating disorder, how she is staying grounded during this time, and how she took a leap of faith and moved to Australia this year! Instagram: @thecalmpodcast E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com Facebook Group: The Calm Podcast

Meet Ana Laura Pino, a graphic designer and founder of Crystal Soul. She is a graduate of the Crystal Healing Academy with Hibiscus Moon, and breaks down everything from working with crystals, setting intentions, manifesting, balancing chakras, discovering your soul's true purpose, being a lightworker, finding ethically sourced crystals, and her perspective on what Covid 19 means for the coll...

Meet the Creator of @houseplantjournal and the author of "The New Plant Parent" book. Darryl Cheng goes over the benefits of having houseplants, the basics of light, soil, fertilizer and watering, and answers all of your questions. Whether you are a plant expert of a complete newbie, this episode is for you! Join the facebook group "The Calm Podcast" to post a picture of YOUR f...

I hosted a thank you brunch with the wonderful health practitioners who have been helping me recover from a brain injury and whiplash. They discuss their profession and how they treat concussions. Meet my audiologist, physiotherapist, vestibular physio therapist/craniosacral therapist, psychologist, acupuncturist, massage therapist, family physician and reiki practitioner. Not present: Physiatrist...

In part 2, Dr. Molly Parker answers questions from listeners about concussions. Topics include PCS (do we still call it post concussion syndrome?), getting a second concussion, invisible injury vs invisible illness, neurofatigue, corona virus/access to treatments, neck pain, sleep hygiene, the vagus nerve and parasympathetic nervous system, concussion symptoms, what apps @mollyparkerpt uses for he...

Dr. Molly Parker discusses outdated advice about concussion recovery, forms of brain injuries, the most common concussion therapies, who treats what symptoms, and current best protocols for return to learn/return to play after concussion. Links from the show: Instagram: @mollyparkerpt Molly Parker PT Facebook Symphony Rehab Instagram: @post_concussion_support Berlin Concussion Consensus Statement...

I connect with Kailey Lefko, the co-founder of Educalme Mindfulness Program. We discuss mindfulness, how to destress, brain development, the body's stress response, emotional regulation, fostering empathy, conflict resolution, mental health, Maslow's pyramid, creating safe spaces, developing compassion, Critical Friends Group (CFG) protocols, how teachers can support students/establish c...