Life Changes Channel

How to Navigate Grief - Your Way, Your Journey. Because grief can even show up with happy life changes. Here are some quick tips from Margaret Dennis that will help you navigate grief of any kind, help support your kids through it, and do it on your own terms. Margaret Dennis is a Women’s Life Empowerment & Grief Coach , TEDx Speaker, #1 International Bestselling Author, Certified Dare2Declare™ Vi...

You can gain confidence through sexual empowerment!  It starts with your relationship to yourself. Confidence & Sexual Empowerment Coach, Jannine MacKinnon, is here to help you with easy, practical tips to get you started. Jannine is a Confidence and Sexual Empowerment Coach , Speaker, and Host of the Unapologetic with Jannine MacKinnon Podcast . She helps women feel empowered to speak up for thei...

Is it possible to have a 'good divorce'? My guest has written a book about how to do just that! Today we talk about the 1st stage of divorce: preparing for change. Sarah Armstrong, Author of " The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce . What to think through when children are involved." joins me on the show to share how her and her ex-husband intentionally navigated their divorce as parents to have what t...

Can you get addicted to porn? What are some of the symptoms? How does this affect your life & relationships? Joshua Shea is a former pornography addict-turned-expert on a mission to get the world talking about pornography addiction, betrayal trauma, and the importance of truth and communication in relationships. He's given a TED Talk, and written four books on the subject. Shea is a certified coac...

What lessons could divorce & poverty offer? My guest shares some she learned during her bankruptcy & unemployment as a single mom. On the show today, Sue Styles shares a few lessons she's learned about how to get past fear & criticism. Listen to Episode #78 to hear more of her story.  Sue is an author, podcaster, speaker, realtor & business coach . Her book "The Little RED Stick - What gets measur...

What about your career? Is there a way you plan for a better future? YES! Are you considering a change or transition in your career?  Maybe you're thinking of: - pursuing a different career - starting a new business - retiring or  - your career has been affected by divorce.  My guest today is Ann Nakaska, a Career Consultant and Career Educator with Constructive Career and Life Designs . She share...

Christa Jones is the Founder of Rose City Professional Organizing and in this episode we join one of our online support groups for a mini-workshop. Her Team of 20 Professional Organizers & Declutter Coaches serve clients in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Calgary, and Central Alberta communities. They help busy, overwhelmed and discouraged individuals reclaim control of their homes, renew peace in their...

1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experience domestic violence. This violence is not just physical. And it’s an epidemic that can’t be ignored. Alberta has the 3rd highest rate in Canada with Red Deer having the highest per capita rate in the whole country . It is close to home for all of us.  If it isn’t affecting you directly, then you definitely know someone who is not safe. In today’s episode I am j...

DON'T MAX OUT YOUR CREDIT CARDS to pay for legal fees! Find out what financing solutions are available to help you get through your divorce or while settling an estate. Tim Andrews of BridgePoint Financial joins one of our online support groups to share how this company has been helping Canadians for 20 years with their legal fees and other expenses. Divorce is already stressful enough, but the fi...

On this episode, Family Lawyer and Author, Nandishi Bekah , discusses the impact of divorce on kids and families and shares her experiences from practice, as well as her reasons for writing a book to help families through divorce. Her book “ I Used to Have One, But Now I Have Two ” offers parents a way to open these difficult conversations to help their children understand the changes their family...

Abuse can take many forms and today we discuss SPIRITUAL ABUSE. A cult & coercive control expert , Bethany Jantzi , joins me on the show today to share how this form of abuse can be hard to describe, detect and deal with. Bethany has her Masters in the Science of the Psychology of Coercive Control and is a Cult & Coercive Control Educator. ~~~ For more information, you can find Bethany online: Web...

How can you help your kids get through a divorce? Here are some quick tips from Margaret Dennis that will help you support your kids while you're dealing with divorce or separation. Margaret Dennis is a Women’s Life Empowerment & Grief Coach , TEDx Speaker, #1 International Bestselling Author, Certified Dare2Declare™ Vision Board Facilitator, Founder & CEO of EVOLV coaching , and Co-Founder of Uns...

Realtor Chris Matlashewski joined us for one of our online divorce support groups to share important information you may want to consider about your real estate during divorce or separation. Read Chris's article on our blog . Chris is a licensed Realtor with Comox Realty in Calgary.  If you have questions for Chris, please email chris@chrismat.com Real Estate Probate and Estate Specialist Resident...

Join us as Ramona Kossowan , a trauma release practitioner, empowerment & fitness coach takes us through a mini-workshop. Email Ramona to get your worksheet to accompany the event as well as a bonus resource, the Gentle Trauma Assessment. This will support your experience both during the workshop and afterwards. For more information, you can find Ramona online: Website:  ramonakcoaching.com Instag...

Tina Huggins, a high-conflict divorce coach shares parts of her story and experiences that led to her work helping others navigate the complex struggles associated with family violence. Tina started her journey into divorce while working in law enforcement and teaching self-defense at a local battered women’s shelter. She choose to work with both men and women dealing with a divorce from a toxic/n...

How can redefining success help you reduce stress, increase well-being & open up new opportunities for you? Jennifer Keable, Success & Well-Being Strategist, leads us in a short workshop to explain how this works. She's gone through burnout twice and offers insights and guidance she's learned along the way.  Jennifer is a remarkable force in the field of well-being transformation. As an Employee T...

What happens in your life when you become the caregiver for your aging parents? Educator, Author, Speaker, Kim Fraser joins me to share experiences and insights about caregiving from her book, "The Accidental Caregiver: Wisdom and guidance for the unexpected challenges in family caregiving". Dr. Kimberly Fraser, author and speaker, is a champion for family caregiving. As a nursing professor she st...

An author & entrepreneur shares her story of abuse and addiction. Successful entrepreneur, Janet Folk , has written her story in "Hell in High Heels" where she shares the high highs and the lowest of lows of her life - which start before she was born. Through her journeys she learned some life lessons that guide her now in supporting others. ~~~ For more information, you can find Janet online: Buy...

Christa Jones is the Founder of Rose City Professional Organizing . Her Team of 20 Professional Organizers & Declutter Coaches serve clients in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Calgary, and Central Alberta communities. They help busy, overwhelmed and discouraged individuals reclaim control of their homes, renew peace in their lives, and restore confidence in themselves.  Since 2019, hundreds of clients ac...

Coercive control is a nasty tool used to gain power over another person. My guest today digs into this with me and shares how this is used in abusive situations that can be hard to spot. Trish Guise , a behavioral scientist specializing in the psychology of coercive control, holds a Master of Science in the psychology of coercive control. Needless to say, she's a wealth of knowledge about this top...

Don't fear your finances. Her husband's affair was her wake up call. Are you scared to face your finances? You’re not alone. Most people are afraid to look closely at their bank account, cheque book (are they still a thing?) or have conversations about money. But that doesn’t help the situation. And usually it’s not as bad as you think. ~~~ Financial Advisor Francesca Rea of Alzati Wealth joins me...

Is it possible to find joy after experiencing deep grief?  The answer is 'yes!' and this quick tip episode offers some helpful encouragement. Margaret Dennis is a Women’s Life Empowerment & Grief Coach , TEDx Speaker, #1 International Bestselling Author, Certified Dare2Declare™ Vision Board Facilitator, Founder & CEO of EVOLV coaching , and Co-Founder of Unshakeable ME© Summer Camps for Teenage Gi...

How can you reduce the stress of conflict? Finding the right fit to help you resolve conflict - whether it's a divorce, separation, family matter or something you're dealing with at work, a mediator can be a very valuable member of your team. My guest today is Mediator Jerusha Letal. She has a background as a chartered professional accountant, a skill that is also an asset to her mediation clients...

Our 100th Episode!! ~~~ A cult and coercive control expert, Bethany Jantzi, joins me on the show today to share how this form of domestic abuse can be hard to describe, detect and deal with. Bethany has her Masters in the Science of the Psychology of Coercive Control and is a Cult & Coercive Control Educator. ~~~ For more information, you can find Bethany online: Website:  freefromcontrol.ca Email...

Her mother taught her to be confident & to fear less. But she also had some other life-altering truths for her daughter. Hear Lyndsie Barrie's story of being a child living through divorce and finding her way in the world while navigating challenging relationships. ~~~ For more information, you can find Lyndsie online: Website:  yycfempreneurs.com IG:  yycfempreneurs YouTube:  Lyndsie Barrie Faceb...