Experts Connect with HelpMeSara - because mental health matters

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with author Robin Rinaldi . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The definition of open marriage What happens when one partner wants an open marriage and the other does not Why couples adopt this lifestyle The benefits and negative effects of an open marriage on a couple's relationship How society tends to view open marriage  

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Ann Douglas . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: What inspired Ann Douglas to write Parenting Through the Storm What parenting through a storm means Ann's personal journey and where she and her family are at today The dangers of not taking care of oneself as you parent through the storm and ways in which you can be kinder to yourself How s...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Gary Hyman . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The most commonly used social media applications including Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn What makes them more popular than others and why The power of social media to help grow a business or brand Time saving tips when using social media The best way to approach getting your business n...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Author Robin Rinaldi . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Whether or not most women share a basic maternal desire to bear and raise children Why some people (male or female) may not want to have children of their own The impact that having or not having children has on a couple (as a couple and for each individual) What happens when...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Meagan Solomon . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The age at which many children begin experimenting with drugs and/or alcohol? Some of the reasons this happens Signs that they may be using drugs or drinking alcohol The best way for a parent to approach his or her child about their concerns so as to encourage open, ongoing communic...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Lana Feinstein , Executive Director of LOVE (Leave Out Violence). Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The organization, Leave out Violence (LOVE), and the services they offer to youth How to define bullying and it's different forms (physical, emotional and relational) Whether bullying is rampant (especially in schools) and why this is...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Dr. Laurie Betito . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: What's normal? What's not? in the sex dept of a relationship and who cares anyway? The definition of a "sexless" marriage The difference between a lack of interest and low sexual desire Whether or not women are really not as interested in sex as men The real reasons people avoid...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with family law lawyer, Lisa Gelman . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: First steps towards formalizing a separation Whether the process is different depending on whether the couple is legally married versus living common law What separation means and whether a couple actually needs to be living in separate places in order to be consider...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Goldie Plotkin . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The laws of Yichud Whether these laws are explicitly shared with children as they are growing up or woven into the parenting fabric Whether these laws actually have to be presented as such or if they can just be applied as common sense rules when guiding your children as teens or yo...

In this podcast Sara Dimerman chats with Simon Zelcovitch , a Toronto graphologist, about handwriting analysis and how he can help you. Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Graphology and why people want to have hand writing analyzed Some more common strokes and styles of writing (e.g. size, slant) that almost always depict certain characteristics in a person Whether analysis...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Sarah Chana Radcliffe . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Why the start of school is a particularly anxious time for kids, parents and teachers Tips to ease anxiety and make the transition back to school easier After how long a period of adjustment should a parent be concerned and when to seek professional help  

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Una Wright . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: How parents can establish a relationship with their children (before they are teens) so that they will feel safe to open up and communicate with them Some of the fundamental building blocks when creating a foundation from which a parent/teen relationship is ideally created The difference betw...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with  Andrew Rodie . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The pros and cons of selling and buying cars privately Why not just go through a dealership if that's the safer route? What can go wrong when buying or selling a car privately What one needs to do in preparation for a private sale or purchase How people can protect themselves to reduce or...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Dr. Paul Saunders . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Whether there has been a change in the kinds of foods (and environmental triggers) that children have shown sensitivity to over the years What signs and symptoms to watch for as indicators of sensitivity Whether these symptoms differ depending on the age, race or cultural background of...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with  Samuel Waldner . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The definition of alcohol addiction Some signs to watch out for that social drinking, for example, has become a problem Whether alcohol addiction is typically an inherited or learnt behaviour The most common ways to treat this addiction The importance of finding a therapist who has speci...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Christine Hoheisel . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Ways to cut costs as a family such as: Clipping coupons - where to get them and how to organize them so that they are readily available when you are. Reward and points programs - what works best and how to make the most of them. Ways to enjoy travel while sticking to your budget How t...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Fiona Roche . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: What sex addiction means Signs of sex addiction Whether or not this is primarily a male related addiction Types of assessment used when determining if someone has a sex addiction Whether this is typically an inherited behaviour? or learned? The most common ways to treat this addiction and pr...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Joey Dimerman . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: What events or conditions might prevent one from earning an income? Whether or not most people have a rainy day fund set aside in case this occurs? How else one can plan ahead in the event of an accident or catastrophic illness The probability of someone being so ill or disabled that he or...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Les Kotzer . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: At what age or stage of life one should consider creating a Will and why What words such as executor, estate, assets, guardians, probate tax & power of attorney mean Whether do-it-yourself Wills are good enough. Why or why not? Whether or not you need a lawyer with special training to write y...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Nia Vardalos . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Nia's honest and heart moving account of the journey towards adopting their daughter The importance of grieving the loss of what might have been Whether the internet is a good place to begin when researching adoption The bumpiest spots on the road to adoption The ecstasy and challenges once...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with  Dr. Tiffany Chow . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: The age at which adult children typically find their roles with their parents beginning to reverse Age related factors that influence this change in role Other special circumstances that might accelerate this role reversal (eg alzheimers, dementia, stroke) The difference between dement...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Marc Saltzman . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: How technology has evolved over the past decade Gadgets and gizmos that are particularly appealing to children? teens? adults? Whether males or females are more drawn to technology than the other gender Why there is such a fascination with technology today How technology has enhanced our l...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Alison Tedder and Diane Flacks . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Whether children being raised in same sex relationships typically see themselves and their family structure as being different to their peers How children may voice their feelings and how same sex parents can prepare for their questions How acceptance from extended family...

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Henry and Valerie Kerr . Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: Their life stories When Henry discovered his creative talents Henry's prolific poetry writing skills How they re discovered love in their late eighties and nineties respectively how love has enhanced their lives The secret to remaining vital, nimble minded and interested in all th...

Drinking & Driving is a deadly mix. Certain times of the year we especially need to be reminded of this. Drinking alcohol on one's own time in the comfort of one's own home is your business. However, if we drink and drive, others can be affected. MADD Canada is one of the best known organizations of it's kind in Canada. They aim to support people who have been victims of impaired driving and to ed...