The Roller Coaster of Midlife

Are you exhausted? I am. The past 2 years have been nothing less than trying at best and at worst, completely disheartening. More and more, I find myself asking – how will we make it through this global transformation? Joining me today is Lynnda Pollio, author of Trusting Currents , and Consciousness Doula, to open a conversation about the state of the world and how we can remain grounded amidst t...

Are you being your authentic self? You’ll likely say – of course, I am. But are you? Or, have you perhaps fallen into the trap of wearing different masks depending on the situation, doing what you need to so that you “fit in”. Joining me today is Todd Nyholm, to chat about the importance of being your authentic self. Connect with Todd at Nytality.com , on   Facebook @Nytality and Instagram @Nyholm...

Our comfort zones are like a cozy blanket, they keep us warm and safe. But that cozy blanket comes with a price. It’s a weight that’s preventing you from improving, it stops you from achieving all the things you are capable of and that can make you miserable. Joining me today is David Wood, who has spent over 20 years coaching thousands of entrepreneurs in 15 countries on how to do what matters, g...

If you have ever been through a divorce, you understand the feelings that it brings of being lost and overwhelmed. You may struggle to understand who you are post-divorce not to mention the pain and guilt that you might be harbouring, while still trying to be a Mom. You know, that you need to be the best version of yourself, but where do you begin? Joining me today is Erin Breeze, who pulled from...

Our world is one of duality, and we all possess both masculine and feminine energy. Collectively, we’re stuck in the masculine energy of doing, checking items off of a list, getting things done, which is great for some situations. But we must not ignore our feminine energy, the energy of being, because there are many benefits in remaining present. Joining me today is Ann Hince, author of A Pathway...

The pace of the world is hastening and has been for some time. It seems the more we do, the more we have left to get done. Somewhere along the line, this unnatural pace catches up, and it can show up as burnout or chronic disease. Joining me today is Dr. Karen Kan, a Doctor of Light Medicine™, a #1 international bestselling author, visionary, and pioneer in the fields of healing, consciousness, an...

Since the dawn of email and the internet, we’ve heard the term “hacking” being tossed around. Now, there’s a new term, biohacking or hacking your body. Seems a little scary, like something out of a sci-fy story. So what is it and how can you begin to implement elements into your health routine? Joining me today is Brittany Ford, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist who focuses on supporting gut, hor...

Ladies, is the thought of retirement a bit scary? Knowing that you have to have a plan and the financial means in place to continue to live comfortably. Joining me today is Russ Thornton, a retirement advisor to women in their 50’s and 60’s and host of the podcast Women’s Retirement Radio , to share how retirement is as complicated as we think. Connect with Rus at wealthcareforwomen.com and on Ins...

Many of us hinge our happiness on future events and reaching certain milestones but true happiness comes from enjoying life, exactly where you are. Life is a roller coaster, we have to embrace the highs and the lows. Joining me today is JM Ryerson, author of Let’s Go Win and host of the Let’s Go Win podcast to share the keys to living your best life. Connect with JM at letsgowin.com , on Instagram...

We are all unique energetic beings that possess equally unique frequencies which can become blocked or out-of-tune. This in turn, will impact all aspects of our lives. Depending on what resonates with you, modalities such as energy and card readings, crystal healing and sound therapy might prove beneficial to clear blocks and unlock a new path. Joining me today is Barbra May, the founder of I Can...

I’ve shared my story with you, about being in a dark place, lost and not knowing where to get help or how to even ask. I thought that I was the only one and felt ashamed. That’s one of the reasons why I started The Roller Coaster. My hope is that when someone finds themselves in a dark place that they can find comfort knowing that they’re not alone and provide resources so they can find the help t...

I’ve found that motivational and life lessons books stick with me when they’re wrapped in a good story. A parable. With the main character and a journey so relatable that you can see yourself in the pages. Joining me today, is Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver, a story of an ambitious young man who yearns for success but finds that the harder he works, success, always seems to be just out of rea...

Often, our beginnings, those early years in life, will imprint in our subconscious and form the stories we tell ourselves. Those stories can either hold us back or propel us forward. Why is it that some people can escape challenging pasts while others fall down? Joining me today is Darrell Williams, to share the story that began in Compton and brought him all the way to the Whitehouse. Connect wit...

Weight loss is more than just calories in and calories out and we all know that diets – well they suck! What’s the solution? Is there a way to hack our brains and achieve lasting weight loss? Joining me today is Jonathan McLernon, of Freedom Nutrition Coaching, to share his Brain Driven weight-loss formula. Connect with Jonathan at www.freedomnutritioncoach.com , on Facebook @canadianomad and Inst...

It’s a new year, and so many people likely set a resolution around health and fitness, but chances are, although we’re just a few days in, the resolution has been long forgotten. Why is it that our overall health is soo important yet we continually push it to the bottom of the list? Joining me today is Brooke Robinson, of B Tribal Fit, to share how you can prioritize your health. Connect with Broo...

I can't believe that this is the last episode of the year! Join me where I share my thoughts on resolutions and finding purpose. Your support of The Roller Coaster is always appreciated, please make sure to SUBSCRIBE! If you REALLY like what you hear, leave a comment, and share it with your friends! Connect with me at www.therollercoaster.com , on Facebook @therollercoasterpodcast and Instagram @t...

Are you frustrated with the medical system? Have you ever gotten sick or suffered from chronic pain, been diagnosed with chronic disease, been on medication for life, been depressed, or been told your lifespan was limited? Did you blame yourself or feel like there was no solution for you? Joining me today is Avital Miller, author of Healings Happen and a yoga instructor, to share how you can heal...

Is it possible to awaken your brain’s ability to identify your limiting beliefs and reprogram your mind to become your true self, thrive in life, build better relationships, and improve self-esteem? Joining me today is Juan Carlos Gouveia, Rapid Transformational Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, to share how you can free yourself from your limitations. Connect with Juan at changeideserve.com...

For whatever reason, life has brought you in a new direction. It wasn’t what you thought your life would be, yet here you are. Where do you start? How do you align yourself with a new path? Joining me today is Gary Austin, coach, author and podcaster, to share how you can be empowered and find your way to an abundant life. Connect with Gary at garyaustincoaching.com , on Facebook @garyaustincoachi...

Imagine, in the blink of an eye, going from being a professional athlete to barely being able to walk up the stairs. Joining me today is Jamie MoCrazy, who was a professional slopestyle and halfpipe skier and in 2015 Jamie crashed on her second run at the world tour finals. Jamie landed her double backflip but caught an edge, slamming her head into the ground. Her brain started bleeding in eight s...

As a mom, I know the challenges that come with raising two kids while balancing a career. It’s only now, that they’re grown, living their own lives, that I feel like I have room to breathe. I had my husband, Jeff, right there at my side, I wasn’t going at it alone but what about the women who are single moms? How do they fit it all in? Joining me today is Dorothy Kolb, a single mom of 4 sons, to s...

Have you ever thought about bringing massive change to your life, but then thought, I’m too old! Or it’s too hard to reinvent who I am. Joining me today is Inger Nordin, author of The Power Of You and coach at IN Life Amplification, to share how it’s never too late to start over. Connect with Inger at lifeamplification.com , on Facebook @YourPowerYouMatter and @inger.m.nordin Your support of The R...

Are you curious about hypnotherapy? I am. To be able to tap into your subconscious mind, and initiate change at the very source, get to the heart of the matter. Joining me today is J. Robert Parker, Clinical Hypnotherapist at Twin Ravens Hypnotherapy and Research, to share how hypnotherapy works and how it might be able to help you. Connect with Robert at twinravens.org Your support of The Roller...

Self-confidence has been on my mind a lot lately because I’ve had to dig deep, find the courage and be confident in who I am. It doesn’t come easy, confidence is a muscle that needs to be worked and over time will strengthen. How do you begin to build your own self-confidence? Joining me today is Sheena Yap Chan, Self Confidence podcaster, speaker, coach and author of Asian Women Who Boss Up , to...

Over the past year, the term “manifesting” has shot up in Google searches well over 669% and “shut up I’m manifesting” is among the defining memes of 2020. The film and book, The Secret, which was based on Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill and the law of attraction, came out over a decade ago but left out a few key pieces which may be why people are still searching for answers. Joining me today...