EverExpanding Conversations

What would it take for you to say yes to your biggest dream — even when it feels scary? In this episode, I'm joined by Elissa Fesyk, founder of Fesyk Marketing and the Momentum Collective. Eleven years after launching her business, Elissa moved her family from Edmonton to Milan, bringing her relationship-focused business with her and fulfilling her vision of a business she can run from anywhere in...

When life gets hard, most people do one of two things: suppress the pain and push through, or put their dreams on hold until they feel "ready." The problem? Both keep you stuck. In this episode, I share the "yes and" approach; a mindset that lets you grieve and keep moving toward your vision at the same time. I talk about why burying your emotions never works, how Napoleon Hill's principle of find...

What's actually happening in your brain when you're stuck in a worry loop...and what can you do about it in seconds? In this episode, I'm joined by Pete Sanders , MIT honors graduate, former naval officer, and 56-year pioneer in mind-body-spirit science. Pete is the founder of Free Soul , a nonprofit education foundation in Sedona, Arizona, and the author of Access Your Brain's Joy Center and You...

Have you ever found yourself putting off the very thing that could move your business, goals, or life forward? For years, I thought procrastination was simply about discipline, motivation, or getting organized. What I've discovered through my own journey and coaching hundreds of entrepreneurs is that procrastination is often something much deeper: fear. In this episode, I'm sharing why procrastina...

Have you ever felt like you've spent so much time taking care of everyone else that you've lost connection with yourself? In this episode, I explore what it truly means to choose yourself; and why doing so isn't selfish, but essential. Too often, we put our own growth, happiness, and fulfillment on hold while waiting for the right time, the right circumstances, or permission from others. But when...

In this episode, I’m sharing one of the most powerful mindset shifts I’ve ever learned about confidence: confidence doesn’t come before action; it comes because of action. For years, I believed I needed to feel ready before taking big steps toward my dreams. But the truth is, confidence is built through competence, repetition, and the willingness to start before you feel fully prepared. I break do...

In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and founder of Cranston Master Builder, Neet Dhaliwal, to explore the journey behind building a thriving business, navigating uncertainty, and creating success from the inside out. After immigrating to Canada as a teenager without speaking English, Neet went on to build one of Edmonton’s respected construction companies — all while raising a family, le...

What if manifestation wasn’t about hoping, wishing, or waiting but about alignment? In this powerful conversation, I break down the true principles of manifestation and transformation, revealing why your current results are simply tuned to a specific frequency and how to shift it. You’ll learn: * Why energy, frequency, and vibration create your reality * How to stop living from your current condit...

Have you ever felt like there’s more for you… but you can’t quite explain it? In this episode, I sit down with soul alignment coach Lara Thomas to explore what happens when we stop ignoring that inner voice and start listening. Lara shares her deeply personal journey from a structured, logical world into the realm of intuition and spiritual awareness. What began as curiosity quickly became a life-...

I know what it feels like to believe you’re meant for more… and still feel stuck. In this episode, I’m diving into what’s really holding you back, and it may not be what you think. Because the truth is, it’s not your circumstances, your time, your money, or your support system that’s stopping you. It’s something much deeper. I break down the concept of your internal operating system —the belief pa...

Have you ever reached a moment where you’re just… done? Done with the stress, the overwhelm, and the feeling that something in your life isn’t working anymore but not knowing how to change it? In this episode, I share the story of the moment that began to shift everything for me, from being in a six-figure corporate career, missing meaningful milestones with my family, to finally deciding that eno...

What if the moment I feel most stuck is actually proof I’m leveling up? In this episode, I’m sharing a story from when I was 16 and learning how to drive my first car, a stick shift. I stalled out more times than I could count, and one particularly embarrassing moment had me stuck in the middle of an intersection, completely mortified… until I realized I was in the wrong gear. That experience taug...

When you think of self-care, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s a bubble bath, a glass of wine, or a massage. But in this episode, I want to invite you into a different way of thinking about self-care, one where it’s not something you do once in a while, but a way you live every single day. I’m sharing four powerful ways you can begin to practice self-care as part of your everyday lifestyle...

I’ve achieved things I once dreamed about… but for a long time, it still didn’t feel like enough. In this episode, I’m getting real about something not enough high achievers talk about, the quiet feeling of dissatisfaction that can exist even when everything looks successful on the outside. I’m sharing the mindset shifts that helped me move from constantly chasing “what’s next” to actually appreci...

I recently had an experience that challenged me in ways I didn’t expect. After hearing Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield speak, at a time when the Artemis missions are reigniting humanity’s drive to explore, I found myself reflecting on my own life, my own goals, and the gap between wanting something… and truly deciding for it. This episode isn’t about space. It’s about identity, growth, and the i...

What if the moments that break you… are actually the ones that align you? In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, I sit down with spiritual mentor and entrepreneur Lauren Brollier Newton to explore what it really means to transform your life, from the inside out. Lauren shares her journey from feeling stuck in a safe but unfulfilling life, to experiencing a complete personal and professio...

There’s something quietly shaping every decision you make, whether you realize it or not. In this episode, we dive into the powerful role of core values and how they influence your choices, your fulfillment, and your overall sense of alignment. If you’ve ever felt off-track, frustrated, or unsure why something just doesn’t feel right, this conversation will help you uncover what’s really going on...

If you constantly feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day, the solution isn’t waking up earlier; it’s changing how you think about and use your time. In this episode, we break down the real reason you feel time-starved and share three powerful shifts to help you take back control of your day. You’ll learn how to get clear on your priorities, identify where you’re unconsciously wasting time,...

In this episode, I sit down with Juno-nominated singer-songwriter Shawn Hook to talk about his journey from studying engineering to building a successful music career. Shawn shares the mentors who encouraged his path, the work behind long-term success in music, and how his battle with tonsil cancer transformed his perspective on life, faith, and purpose. We also discuss the inspiration behind his...

What do you do when a dream gets ignited inside of you… but your spouse or partner doesn’t support it? Many people experience this moment. You discover a new passion, a new idea, or a vision for something more in your life. Naturally, you want to share that excitement with the person closest to you; only to be met with hesitation, doubt, or resistance. Questions like “How will we afford that?” or...

Have you ever reached a certain level of success… and still felt stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what’s next? In this episode, I’m sharing the heart behind Passion to Purpose LIVE , the three-day transformational experience I’ve been leading for over a decade. I created this event because I saw how many driven, capable people were working hard; yet still not getting the results or fulfillment th...

We’re still in the first quarter of the year, and this is when it matters most. The energy you surround yourself with right now will shape your mindset, your mood, and your momentum for the rest of the year. I believe we’re all either a sponge or a faucet. Sometimes we’re absorbing the energy in the rooms we’re in. Other times, we’re creating it. The key is being intentional about when we’re doing...

In the busyness and noise of everyday life, many of us lose touch with our intuition, the inner guidance that’s designed to lead us exactly where we want to go. In this episode, I explore what intuition really is, why so many of us stop listening to it, and how to reconnect with your inner GPS when life feels overwhelming and loud. I share real-life stories, powerful reflections, and practical too...

In this heartfelt episode of Ever Expanding Conversations , Stacey Berger explores one of the most important mindset shifts we can make during difficult times: practicing self-compassion instead of self-criticism. As ambitious, accomplished people, it’s easy to feel like we shouldn’t struggle — especially when we understand that our thoughts create our reality. But Stacey reminds us that highs and...

So many people say, “I need better boundaries.” But what if boundaries aren’t actually the problem? In this episode, I share a powerful reframe that completely changed how I think about boundaries, and why trying to “create” them can feel hard, restrictive, and even exhausting. Instead of focusing on saying no, this conversation explores a more expansive approach, one that starts with clarity arou...