Ramblr Project: Mental Health Uncensored

On this episode, we bring on trainer, Brent Phillips.  Dan ran into Brent in Bayfront Park, Hamiltoin, and instantly knew he had a story to share.  Medidtation is something lots get overwhelmed with. Most people think its sitting cross-legged with your eyes closed. Brent and Dan break down alternative ways to meditate that can range for all different induviduals. They later get into how to release...

Our new segment on Mind Sweep, Quick Thoughts! in 20 minutes or less we talk about varying topics in the mental health realm that include personal stories. In this episode, Dan Pelosini and Matt Davidge talk about the quote "reasoning doesn't erase the program". Something Dan was told from his therapist after constantly trying to reason for why he feels certain ways. 

Our new segment on Mind Sweep, Quick Thoughts! in 20 minutes or less we talk about varying topics in the mental health realm that include personal stories. In this episode, Dan Pelosini and Matt Davidge talk about Matt's past year that started with the thoughts of suicide and ended with finding himself and creating happiness.

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Garrett McFadden. Playing high levels of hockey, Garrett saw how tough it was to address and bring up mental health struggles.  He started his own not for profit based on the difficulties he endured himself. His Goal with McFadden's Movement is to help create mental health conversation among young athletes as well as promote a safe space. His movemen...

Barbie Liss has been through something that no mother should ever experience. Her daughter was the victim of a sexual assault that left the family in pieces. Barbie comes on the podcast to share how love, compassion and therapy always wins and how it truly helped her family heal. She talks about what restorative justice is and how it helped with the aftermath of her daughter's assault. Barbie...

Being addicted to helping and serving others it is often common to forget about yourself. Hailey comes on the podcast to share her experience with burning out and neglecting herself. She shares how it's so easy to get caught up and forget about yourself in the midst of giving your energy to others. after stepping away from serving she focused on herself and faced her jobs moving forward with...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Matt Zerker. Matt created an app called Tethr, that allows men to connect, find support, and open up about their mental health. Matt created the app based on the fact that men are less likely to open up to others including; friends, family, and co-workers. The idea is to provide a positive space that encourages each man to embrace their story. Tethr curre...

Jenna joins us on this episode of Mind Sweep to talk about several topics revolving around anxiety and depression and how to manage it. She breaks down the importance of putting in the work in order to achieve success, instead of grabbing onto the first pill or resource that is provided. Jenna talks about looking at wellness as a whole and uses her background in naturopathic medicine as a way to a...

On this episide of Mind Sweep, we bring on Nursing student and long term care worker Lawan Kakei. Lawan comes on and shares his experiences working in Long Term Care and the roller coaster of a year its been for himself and others. He talks about the challenges of working in floors with Covid outbreaks, and the struggles of not being able to see some of his loved ones.  Is a great podcast shining...

on this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Kune Hua and Matthew Carmelo Matthew wrote a song titled lost a friend to honour those lost by suicide and also shed some light on the topic. The pair comes on to talk about the background of the song as well as their initiative on march 24th titled 'Lost a Frind' a moment for reflection, where they are having an interactive open conversation ab...

On this episode, we bring on Zeina Beidas and Tegan Duncan. The two share their powerful deep within the world of anorexia and eating disorder. They touch on the stigma still within society today and the misconceptions that are made with not associating ED as a mental illness. fueled by the struggles the two created a documentary surrounding these topics titled 'Gain', which is available...

On this episode, we bring on the creative behind the viral video movement "Are You Happy?"  Atdhe goes around the world asking strangers this one simple question, and the answers are nothing short of amazing. You might recognize some of these videos as a few of them in particular have ammased over 30 million views. Atdhe shares where this all started and what he has noticed from interivw...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Timm Chiusano who is a corporate exec in New York City, responsible for 200+ employees, as well as an avid content creator, and family man. Timm shares his perspective on not rushing to find yourself, being responsible for so many people, finding purpose in life, making sure you're doing something that makes you happy, the importance of being a good...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Trevor Cyr. Trever shares his story that includes horrific injuries, addictions to substances, and trying to take his own life. Moving forward after his rock bottom Trevor started opening up, finding help that worked for him, and realizing how much amazing is in the world. Trevor now operates Take Control Training for athletes. He makes sure there is alwa...

Episode 50!!! On this episode, Matt and Dan breakdown the past year and all the amazing Mind Sweep Podcast guests that took part.  The pair talk about their low points and how they both overcame them.  They finish up by sharing when Ramblr Project is heading in 2021 and beyond!

Lily comes on the Mind Sweep podcast to talk about everything Anxiety. From growing up overly anxious, to getting a degree in psychology and masters degree in educational psychology. When the pandemic hit Lily turned to sharing resourceful videos on her Instagram and TikTok profiles. In these videos, she breaks down how one might feel when experiencing certain episodes of mental struggle that incl...

In this episode, we bring on Erin Cowan to share her story of living with epilepsy and working as a welder- a predominantly male occupied trade- as a female. Erin shares all the ups and downs of what epilepsy is and how it impacts her. On top of that, she shares battles around boundaries with other individuals in her workplace. 

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Mark, Julio, and Nate from the initiative Giving Care Deserves Care. These three are behind a great campaign in December called Week Of Thanks where the goal is to supply 50,000 thank you cards to front line workers.  Over the last 10 months a lot of changed. For some, their jobs have become a whole lot more hectic, as new procedures threw a curveball in...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on award-winning journalist, TV personality, and mental health advocate, Micheal Landsberg. Known for many on-air roles such as the TSN series Off The Record Micheal steps out of the limelight and shares his journey with Depression and anxiety, as well as, amazing insight and knowledge he's taken in along the way. Micheal, Matt and Dan have a laid back,...

Katie joins the Mind Sweep podcast to share her powerful story. A journey that includes the depths of addiction, as well as the victories of recovery. She helps provide a motivational outlook that listeners will find magnetic. Katie has several tips in this episode that she has used to help recover including building a new relationship with her past and becoming a mentor herself. Katie is now also...

From birth, Brian was told that he would never be able to walk. From the get-go, he had a spark inside of him. he had something to prove.  Brian doesn't let his disability dictate who he is, in fact, he continues to push the boundaries on accomplishing what he's been told he could never do. Brian joins the podcast to share the trials and tribulations, along with his amazing accomplishmen...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Mindset, and Wim Hof Instructor, Ashley Orr. The Wim Hof Method is based on three powerful pillars: Cold Therapy, Breathing, and Commitment. When carried out one can expect benefits such as increased energy, better sleep, reduced stress levels, heightened focus and determination, and a stronger immune system.  The group share their experience taking part...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, we bring on Tyler Smith.  On April 6th, 2018 Tyler was a part of an accident that rocked the hockey world; and also the whole country of Canada for that matter; to its core. That event was the horrific crash involving the bus carrying the Humboldt Broncos hockey team. 16 team and staff members lost their lives, and 13 members of the team injured. Tyler shares how he...

On this episode, we bring on ex-National Hockey League pro, Riley Cote. Riley talks about playing the role of a hockey enforcer and the damage it can do to your mind, body, and soul.  He talks about getting into the wellness community shortly after he retired and focussing on natural healing. He shares the positive impact things like CBD and mushrooms can do to help reduce swelling in the brain am...

On this episode of Mind Sweep, Matt and Dan have a conversation about choice.  So many people are overwhelmed with the ability to make decisions or more importantly, the right decision. With help from Wes Gray, we break down why we think choice is so tough and how to figure out how to make the best decisions for ourselves moving forward