Happy Without Medicine

How are you feeling about 2022 so far? Maybe you’re hi-fiving yourself because you set scary goals, and pushed through the fear to get them done. If this is you, I’m so so happy for you!! But maybe you’re feeling disappointed because you’re looking at the goals you set at the beginning of the year and feel like you haven't accomplished much of anything yet. If the latter is you, please be encourag...

Worrying about a situation can falsely present itself as a method of problem-solving. But the truth is, worrying is an exercise in futility 99.9% of the time. Worrying is draining, and it is not an effective way to solve problems. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I offer a more effective alternative to worrying about a problem. You're going to need a pen and paper for this one, and the r...

You know it’s time to make a change, whether it’s a career change or a personal one like relationships or eating habits. But let’s be honest, knowing and doing are NOT the same thing. The latter being much harder than the former. So in this week’s episode of Happy Without Medicine, I’ll be sharing some concepts and steps that have enabled me to make one of the biggest changes of my life... switchi...

Change is inevitable. It's a normal part of life to transition from one season into another... whether that's in our careers, relationships, or even house décor! And although most transitions happen naturally, many of them can't happen unless we are active participants in making the change. I'm your host, Dr. Yewande, and in this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I share some tell-tale signs that...

Have you fallen out of love with your job? If you have, then believe me you’re not alone because according to Gallup, Up to 60% of people… that’s SIX every ten people report being unhappy at their jobs… and this is resulting in millions of people leaving their employers in search of more engagement, fulfillment and quite frankly, better pay. If you once LOVED your job, but find yourself daydreamin...

Becoming a mother is a life-long bootcamp in personal growth and development. Overnight you become a doctor, nurse, researcher, psychologist, prayer warrior... and becoming a mom brings things out that you never knew existed in you! Although there isn't ONE way to be a "good mom", I believe there are some things we can all do, to make sure we thrive and enjoy the motherhood journey as much as poss...

How manage feeling overwhelmed.

One of the most common questions I get during therapy sessions is - How do I stay consistent? Whether it’s with eating healthy, gratitude journaling, or being intentional about budgeting… my patients routinely lament over their lack of motivation after a few weeks or even days of starting a new habit. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I’m going to share the tips that I’ve shared with pati...

In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I share some ways that I've been able to limit my day-to-day stress. Enjoy the episode!

I know you’re no stranger to stress. And over time, maybe you’ve gotten so used to stress that you’re not even aware of it anymore. Like everything else, you’ve learned to manage, remain high-functioning, and roll with the punches. The problem is, that chronic stress does have its consequences, and in this episode of Happy Without medicine, I’ll be sharing 5 unusual symptoms of chronic stress that...

How to stop your emotions from getting the best of you.

Whether we like it or not, we all make mistakes, and unfortunately, sometimes these mistakes can haunt us for a very long time, causing us to blame ourselves and beat ourselves up over and over. In today’s episode of Happy without medicine, I’m going to share on some practical ways you can learn to forgive yourself for some of those past mistakes that you can’t seem to put to put behind you.

In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I was interviewed by Jackie Porter, a Certified Financial Planner, and Canada's financial confidant! We talked about ways that financial stress can manifest as challenges to mental health. We talked about the biggest source of financial stress for Canadians these days. And we also talked about how emotions like fear can impact your finances, as well as so...

Do you have a dream that you’ve been patiently waiting on to come true?  How long as it been? A week? A month? A year? More? We all have dreams, but the reality is, a lot of the times the realization of this dream is out of our control. And the waiting period can be really, really tough. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I’ll be sharing some strategies that will help you to enjoy you...

Do you ever wake up feeling "off"... You're barely out of bed, your day hasn't even begun yet and you’re already irritable, feeling annoyed by everything and everyone. Or maybe you wake up feeling sad and frustrated because it feels like nothing in life is going right for you? And on top of that... throw in the feelings of loneliness and isolation because it feels like there’s no one around you wh...

Do you find saying no really hard to do? Do you identify as a nice person and worry about the implications of saying no? In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I share some practical strategies for saying no, even if it's something that feels very uncomfortable for you to do right now. Connect The content of this episode can also be found on Happywithoutmedicine.com https://happywithoutmedicin...

Are you a good multitasker? If so, this episode is for you because I'm about to shake some tables! I am your host Dr. Yewande Olamide, a Medical Doctor, CBT Therapist, and Speaker. In this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I explain why multitasking is bad for your mental health. Tune in! Connect The content of this episode can also be found on Happywithoutmedicine.com https://happywithoutmedicin...

Self-sabotage is a BIG reason why you're not getting what you want out of life. You're putting things in your OWN way that hinder your OWN success and happiness. The problem, is these roadblocks aren't always obvious, but the good news is that they can be addressed and eliminated. This is Happy Without Medicine, and I'm your host, Dr. Yewande a Medical Doctor, Therapist, and Speaker. In this episo...

Can money buy happiness? This question has been debated for generations, and in this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I share why the answer to this important question lies in your personal values. This is Happy Without Medicine, a podcast for professional women where I share practical strategies to reduce stress and anxiety, so you can create a life you're excited to wake up to! I'm your host,...

It can be very easy for us to get trapped in the busyness of life, forgetting that every day is an opportunity to take one step closer to our dreams. The hard truth is that we only have a limited time here on earth. And it's so important to make it count by taking our happiness very seriously. If you struggle with figuring out what you actually want out of life, don't worry. I'm here to help! I'm...

Do you wonder what happened to the version of yourself that existed in your 20s? The version that existed when you had big dreams and hopes for the future? Do you ever feel unhappy or dissatisfied with the current state of your career, friendship, marriage, finances, or even your faith? Do things look different from what you imagined when you were a younger woman?  Many women find themselves...

 An interesting theme that comes up with the women I help (women who are givers and achievers) is that they miss "the old me" or they want "the old me" back. And my job is to coach them from where they are, to finding that version of themselves again. I'm your host, Dr. Yewande a Medical Doctor, Therapist, and Speaker. And in this episode of Happy Without Medicine, I share how I help givers and a...

There are two things we all want in life - Success and Happiness. I'm Dr. Yewande, the host of this podcast. I'm a medical doctor and after breaking up with my job as an ER doctor, I became a therapist. Happy Without Medicine is a podcast designed to educate, encourage, and inspire by exploring interesting topics around success, mental wellness, and happiness. By tuning in, you’ll learn practical...