Let's Get Intentional

I did the Gut Health Protocol program a year ago and it was transformational. I didn't realize how much better I could feel with just a few tweaks to my nutrition. The challenge was for 30 days but what I learned will stay with me for a lifetime. Do you have heartburn, bloating, gas, poor sleep or are you lacking energy? Have you considered it might be caused by issues in your gut? What about...

Some musings about the weather followed by thoughts conducting a relationship audit. Have you ever considered how much you are influenced by those you spend the most time with? It might be worth thinking about this and seeing if your relationships might be negatively impacting you. Please reach out and let me know what you think of the Podcast. Here are some ways to connect with me! Ways to connec...

Had an a-ha moment and I wanted to share. I've been so much better at causing pain than processing it and feeling it. Ive caused pain for myself and for those closest to me. I am breaking up with that pattern. It no longer serves me. Please reach out and let me know what you think of the Podcast. Here are some ways to connect with me! Ways to connect with me: https://www.facebook.com/LGDintent...

I've been sick the past few days but I'm this episode I share what's different this time. I haven't been sick in more than 14 months. I thought I had developed super human immunity. That's not the case but I am bouncing back much faster than I normally would. In this episode I share why I think that might be. I chat about gut health and why I now follow a nutrition program with...

Inner Critics, we all have them. Have you named your inner critic? If not, it's great if you can name it. It's suggested to name it after a fictional character. I met a woman while away who shared that the only voice she hears is her inner critic. She hadn't considered that there were other options. In this episode we explore commitments, accountability, community and inner critics. Please reach o...

Grief and loss impact us in unexpected ways. Join me as I reflect on my own experiences with loss and how it impacted me. Grief is a process folks. It doesn't ever end. It changes over time. I recently heard a saying that struck me. "Grief is love with nowhere to go." I allowed grief to take over my life for too long. I've made the choice to take my life back and intentionally work on my healing....

A few thoughts on welcoming spring. I'm excited about what's coming up and I reflect on the value of having things booked in your calendar that you are looking forward to. I am a planner and enjoy having a trip in the not too distant future that I can look forward to. What are you excited about this spring/summer? Have you made any plans for vacations? I'd love to hear about what you enjoy doing f...

Today I discuss why relationships are important even as adults. We often think we don't need to invest any more time in our adult relationships but that's not the case.  In the Positive Psychology Certificate program I am taking, we are focusing on Quality Connections and the value they bring to us through our life span. We often only invest time and energy in our personal relationships early...

I'm having one of those weeks. You know the type I'm talking about. Sometimes thing happen and the negativity begins to pile up. I wanted to spend some time chatting about what I do to refocus and rebound and how I need to intentionally recommit. I hope this episode is relatable. We all go through this tough patches. How we respond is key. Thanks for listening! Please reach out and let me know wha...

How do you feel about getting older? What's your mindset when it comes to aging? Where do your beliefs around aging come from? I spend some time in this episode reflecting on aging and this season of life. I am thrilled to say hello to March! What about you? Does March provide you with feelings of hope? I am certainly looking forward to spring and summer and warmer days. I'm also starting a new fi...

How are you doing with building community? Do you have individuals around you that are positively impacting you? Are they lifting you up? Is this even something you have considered lately?  Perhaps it's time to do a relationship check-up. Reflect on your community. Do you need to spend some time building relationships with people who are more positive and are functioning at a high vibration l...

Is fear holding you back? Are you afraid of not meeting your goals? What is holding you back from living an abundant life? Fear sneaks into all corners of our lives. In this episode I share some of what has been helping me overcome Fear so I can step towards living intentionally and from a place of abundance. Mindset has been the key for me. My physical transformation has been truly massive (I've...

In this episode I talk about how I spent years (decades) cut off from my body and using disassociation as a coping strategy. I explore what has changed for me in the past 14 - 18 months and how I no longer wish to feel disconnected from myself. This episode talks about childhood sexual abuse and gender based violence. Please only listen if you're able. This is a difficult topic and if you need sup...

Our energy is one of our most precious resources. Just like our time, our energy can be shared. Have you reflected on how you protect your energy and how you ensure you have mechanisms in place to not only preserve your energy but build it up? How is your daily routine serving you and helping to protect your energy? If it is a precious resource, have you ever considered that you can choose to prot...

It's FEBRUARY and I want to talk about the importance of self-love. I thought I loved myself but I was engaging in a lot of self-sabatoging behaviours without even realizing it. It's a journey folks! It's ok to not have it all figured out. No matter what your age, we can all make changes that improve our overall well-being. Our winter wellness hub is launching our self-love challenge Feb 6th. Join...

Are you feeling like you are dreading everyday? Are you tired and exhausted from all of your responsibilities? Adulting is hard! In this episode I share what I've learned about how to rekindle joy in your life.

Learn about why I started on this journey of well-being. I share where I was at, how I was experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue. I was angry, resentful and lacking energy. It wasn't a fun place to be. I'll share how I've been turning things around.

Life changes when you get intentional. You begin to assess who choose to spend time with, you set new habits, you make different food choices. If you are stuck and feeling like you're in a downward spiral, give this a listen. Choose your community. Choose your habits. Set your intentions.

Welcome to Episode 1 of " Let's get Intentional ." I am excited to be starting this journey into podcasting. I am a 49 year old woman living in Ontario, Canada. I have been on a midlife awakening journey for the past year. I turn 50 in June and I thought a podcast would be a great way for me to express some of what I'm learning with listeners. This episode talks a bit about my journey so far and w...