feelgoodery

We’re talking about the brain today, and the narratives that run on autopilot in our heads. If you tend to be the person who always goes to the WORST case scenario, or you’re always waiting for the other shoe to drop . . . OR you constantly resent your to-do list and feel like your days drag on . . . today’s episode is for you.  PLUS it’s our Season 2 Finale!!  We’re taking a little bit of a summe...

This morning I did something I never thought I'd do. I talked about this story on national television - which is wild.  So with that, and in honour of Pride - we're going into the vault and revisiting this episode with my sister, Emily Buchanan.  This episode was one of the most listened to, and shared episodes to date - so if you're brand new to feelgoodery - welcome! What a gay wa...

This is for the days, or times in our lives where we just feel like something's off.  Where maybe things are fine, but you just don't feel "like you" and you're not sure why.  There can be a lot of reasons - and in today's episode, we're taking stock of one of them.  And we're narrowing in on  a visual that might help us become aware of how valuable our ener...

We're opening up the inbox today and answering some of your questions!  But not before  talking about cults. More specifically - modern day cults and what this means.  Then we're covering your questions! From foods that might make arthritis worse  to topical magnesium gels for sleep, and nutritional considerations when it comes to cracked lips - it's a fun inbox!!  So buckle in for...

Who would have thought that Bone Broth Hot Chocolate could be a thing. Well, apparently, it can be - and  Beck’s Broth is leading the game with MASSIVE growth in under a year of business.  Here's the thing - I’ve worked in the CPG space before (consumer packaged goods) - and let me tell you, it’s a tough TOUGH grind.  So after seeing this company blow up this past year, I wanted to have a cha...

Whether you’re on Tik Tok or not, sometimes Tik Tok trends become mainstream - and everyone begins talking about it.  That was definitely the case with Oatzempic, the oatmeal-based Tik Tok drink reportedly helping dozens if not hundreds of people ‘drop weight fast.’. But can it actually work? Is it bad for you? Is there a catch?  In today’s episode, I’m breaking it all down and giving my thoughts...

If you’ve ever overthought an email, or got offended when you didn’t hear back from someone - or you constantly get sidetracked by email notifications . . . today’s episode is for you.  We are talking all things email anxiety in today’s episode, and different ways in which it can show up.  And then, we’re going over 6 key considerations when it comes to making emails easier to handle.  We’re cover...

Bee's are magical creatures. And we know that honey is good for us  - but what about all of that other stuff we hear about, but might not know how to use, like:  -Bee Propolis -Bee Pollen, and -Royal Jelly?  What ARE those things, HOW do they benefit our health, and how can we use them? In today's episode, we are talking with  someone who comes from a Beekeeping legacy.  We're chatt...

If this headline made you do a double take, you're not alone.  We know that the nutrition world can be incredibly confusing, and frankly, incredibly annoying. Part of the reason I do this podcast is to vent about my frustrations about the industry, because sometimes it really is exhausting to see all of the contradictory information out there.  And it can leave us feeling like there’s not eve...

It is our ONE YEAR today! feelgoodery is a year old, and I couldn't have done it without you. We’ve covered a lot in a year - we’ve talked better ways to poop, natural ways to reduce anxiety, how to reduce seasonal allergies naturally, how to sleep better - and we've spoken with wonderful wonderful guest who’ve offered fantastic insights about worry,  caffeine, homeopathy and more. It&ap...

We're opening up the inbox today and answering some of your questions!  From  coffee naps to coffee intoxication, to a compound in your cinnamon that's toxic - all the way to the things you want to avoid with trail mix and a substance that stops body odour?   . . . we've got a lot to cover today.  So buckle in for 24 short minutes and let's get to it! Today' we're cov...

Don't let allergies ruin your spring.  In today's episode, I'm breaking down  7 of my top tips when it comes to reducing seasonal allergy symptoms naturally. Both to reduce the chance of GETTING symptoms at all, as well as reducing symptoms if they've already crept in.    We're covering:  a nasty email why allergies happen who's more at risk difference between allergi...

You know those days where you get sidetracked and swept away with anxiety, or self doubt or your brain starts going wild with the comparison game? It's those days where you just can't seem to get perspective, where you can't quite see it . . .  and you just want someone ELSE to tell you that it's all going to work out.      Today’s episode is for those days. For when I - and yo...

If there’s a healing modality that can bring up some polarizing opinions… it’s homeopathy.  Some say it’s incredibly effective (even where all else fails), some scoff it off as nothing but placebo. Others don’t understand what it is at all, or how to use it . . . So today- we’ve got an incredible expert on the show.  Rachel Roberts is the Chief Executive at the Homeopathy Research Institute, and s...

If you have crappy sleeps, or are going through a stressful time, or are just feeling drained all day… OR all three… today’s episode is for you. We’re doing a brief overview of some *key* considerations for each, and how they’re all connected. We’re covering  the cyclical relationship of sleep, stress & energy  2 Important S’s for sleep my thoughts on melatonin  pillow hack for a better nights...

It’s a sore sore feeling when nerves get the best of you, especially for something you REALLY wanted to excel at.  However we want to phrase it - performance anxiety, stage fright, butterflies, interview-nerves . . . it all produces a similar feeling in the moments leading up to needing to be “on” and perform at your best.  And these feelings - I should note -  are completely normal, they can even...

If a good mood, better gut, glowing skin and a happier mood are of interest to you,  listening to today's episode is worth the 14 minutes.  We're getting right into it today, and talking about a KEY shift that can have a ripple effect on your over all health. We're covering: why the microbiome is so important are bacteria the ones controlling us? a key marker of a healthy microbiome...

Today's guest is the wonderful Gina Livy.   Over the years I have received a lot of DMs from people asking me if I know Gina, if I'm familiar with her work and her weight loss approach. And my answer is always a resounding yes.  And after today's conversation, I'm an even bigger fan than I was before.   We talk about her approach to weight-loss  in today's episode, BUT als...

Ever heard the optimistic concept that the MORE effort something takes, the LESS likely we are to succeed?  It's a downer . . . but in many ways it's true. And it's one of the reason why it's so hard to make habits stick when we pile on massive change. So if you've been one to try to make multiple changes, and none of them stick . . .  Or you're so busy that you feel...

Protein is  the building block of life.  But a LOT of people are surprised to hear they're actually not getting enough.  So in today’s feelgoodery short, we're doing a rundown on Protein! We're covering: what protein does in the body what happens when we don't get enough  why the RDA doesn't cut it most of the time my personal recommendation range per day 5 tips to increas...

It’s a special Wednesday release today! Is it because it’s Valentines Day and I’m a hopeless romantic? HARD no.  BUT. It is a good excuse to talk about sex drive, or lack thereof. So in today’s episode, I’m diving into some considerations when it comes to boosting the mood, from a major driver of decreased libido, to foods that can help give the ol’ system a spark. And of course, we’re talking abo...

Today, Jordan Gavaris is getting candid and honest (and charmingly funny). From body image issues and internalized shame, to navigating homophobic "advice" from agents and finding success on a massive scale in a harsh industry - we're getting into it all today.  And spilling some tea (both of us). We live in our own unique worlds, and when it comes to body image and how we see ourse...

We're opening up the inbox today and answering some of your questions!  From  mustard for back pain, to colloidal silver and the "Love Has Won" documentary, to grass-fed butter and celebrities sleeping schedules  - we've got a lot to cover today.  We're covering: why I'm recording this podcast at 5am mustard for back pain and other considerations colloidal silver and...

If you're an over-thinker, sometimes your brain can feel like it's filled with endless possibilities, and what-ifs, and worst-case scenarios.  I call it feeling "full".  And while overthinking isn't necessarily a bad thing (and sometimes a very necessary thing), when it results in you feeling frozen, and unable to make decisions . . . that's where it can be a problem....

If you're dealing with the blahs, where you're just generally feeling a little down, maybe fatigued, maybe more annoyed than normal? If so - you're not alone.  January is a tough month. And if it's getting to you, today's episode is for you.  We're going over 3 considerations when it comes to this blah crap. NOT to deny it, but to acknowledge it and then move forward...