The Simplicity Sessions

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In this episode, I address the questions and confusion around the signs and symptoms of high or low cortisol. This hormone impacts your energy, mood, sleep, cravings, weight and more, and when it is not balanced, you will  FEEL it. The problem happens when we guess what is wrong and try to supplement and support our bodies before we get tested. Grab your notebook  and pen, this episode is jam pack...

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Becky Campbell, a board-certified doctor of natural medicine who was initially introduced to functional medicine as a patient. She struggled with many of the issues her patients struggle with today, and she has made it her mission to help patients all around the world with her virtual practice.   Dr. Campbell specializes in Histamine Intolerance, Thyroid disease...

In this episode, I break down weight loss as a woman and how often it is so complicated when it really shouldn't be at all. It is difficult to watch others online have success when you are struggling. But when we break it down, we realize that there is no one-size-fits-all-diet that works. Join me as we demystify weight loss and health in today's episode.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining...

More than ½ of all women who menstruate suffer from heavy bleeding, often accompanied by pain, fatigue and interruptions in how they can show up at work, social settings and life in general.   Just because more than half of women experience this doesn't make it normal and for many of those struggling,   Frequent trips to the bathroom, changing tampons, pads or your menstrual cup and the fear of bl...

In this episode, I take you through my fitness journey that started at the early age of nine, and how I learned that resistance training is one of the most underrated tools, especially for women. As women,  we are conditioned to believe that if the scale is not under a certain number, that we are failing and doing something wrong.  Today I want to break down the misconceptions around what true hea...

In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Katie Lovitt, who is a wealth of knowledge for functional gut health. Katie Lovitt is a functional gut dietitian who is on a mission to empower women to get the answers they need in order to heal from chronic gut symptoms. She has seen conventional medical systems fail by not asking the "how's and "why's, especially around something so crucial as gut...

In this episode, I discuss Human Design, what it is and why you should look into it for yourself as well. I am an emotional projector, and since learning this, I have discovered better ways to show up for myself, my family, and my business. If you are or have been interested in things like astrology, tarot cards, numerology, energy and energy work, Human Design is right up your alley!   Connect wi...

In this episode, I am joined by 2 women who have been in my world and my life for quite a long time, and who have so much knowledge and wisdom to share – Nicole Scott & Dr. Mitra Ray. Nicole Scott is a Holistic Nutritionist, Pro Aging Advocate, Author, International Wellness speaker, Global Network Marketing Professional and mom of 2 teenage girls. Dr. Mitra Ray, with over 30 years of experience,...

In this episode, I dive into a very hot topic today – Intermittent Fasting – but specifically how it can impact and affect your hormones. I have been noticing that it tends to be the perimenopausal age group that subscribes to intermittent fasting because they want to lose weight, not because of the other benefits. Today, I demystify the pros and cons of intermittent fasting.   Connect with us - T...

In this episode, I am joined by Chana Ross, who is an incredible clinic director and pelvic health physiotherapist at Vital Physiotherapy & Wellness, a women's health and pelvic health physiotherapy clinic in midtown Toronto .Chana is a passionate women's health advocate, coach and host of the "She has the Audacity" Podcast. Her interest in women's health developed during her pregnancies with her...

Are you a heart-led service provider with big, audacious goals? Chances are you're the first one to step up and help your family and friends, and when a client reaches out you tend to go above and beyond to help them... but you can't seem to offer yourself the same level of self-care and attention. If you're feeling out of alignment with how much you GIVE vs. how much you RECEIVE in return, it's g...

In this episode, I am joined by one of our fabulous Hormone Project Coaches, Stephanie Dalton. Stephanie is a Certified Functional Medicine & Nutrition practitioner dedicated to helping women heal. She's passionate about discovering root causes to ensure her clients understand how to improve their health and wellbeing in ways that last.  After decades of not getting the help she needed from her ow...

In this episode, I address the biggest concern from women who are entering or in perimenopause. Many have been messaging, DM-ing, and emailing me saying "I wasn't doing too bad, and then 2020 hit and my symptoms are out of control". You are not alone. And some women are transitioning quicker and more aggressively since 2020. Why is it and how can you support your body best during this time? Today,...

In this episode, I am joined by the proud founder of the Kiru Psychotherapy Clinic, published author, podcast host, and media expert for National TV, Dr. Shyamala Kiru. Dr. Shyamala is an x-Therapist turned Relationship + Leadership Strategist, obsessed with the connection between our emotional intelligence and our capacity for success, both personally and professionally. She works with female ent...

Sleep is critical for detoxing, memory, and cell regeneration… But what if sleep has been a struggle for you? Rest is amazing for those of you who feel the required 7-9 hours of sleep is unattainable. Today, we tackle this with my tips and tools for sleep and rest for women. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a re...

In this episode, I interview my dear friend and beautiful leader Asha Frost about her new book "You Are The Medicine", the journey of creating this book, and what it really means. Asha Frost (she/her) is an Indigenous Medicine Woman and a member of the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation. She is from the Crane Clan, the totem of leadership, and believes in holding space from vision and heart. As an e...

Your nervous system is one of the most underestimated keys to healing what is going on in your body. We are multifaceted human beings, and perimenopause is a multifaceted time in women's lives. Nutrition support is a great part of the healing process, but it is not the only aspect we should be looking at. Today, we are talking all about your nervous system and how you can support it during this tr...

What if health wasn't about macros, supplements, diets, but instead, it was about having the correct amount of light? In this episode, we chat about your connection to natural light and how you can support your body year-round, especially if your daily life doesn't allow for you to get outside during the day. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting...

In this episode, we deep dive into the do's and don'ts of perimenopause.  If you feel like you are "doing everything right" – ie. eating healthy, working out – and yet nothing is changing, this episode is for you! The crazy part is, society puts such a heavy focus on nutrition and exercise,  but they are not the only factors that matter. Here are the main topics of today's episode: Hormone balance...

In this episode, I am joined by one of our Hormone Project coaches, Jill Kay. Jill is a Functional Nutritionist and owner of Down to Earth Wellness. She helps outdoorsy women beat burnout so that they can feel more energized, calm and get back to the adventures that feed their soul. Today, Jill and I have an in depth conversation regarding adrenal health, burnout and how you can support your body....

In this episode, I kick off our new March theme - Perimenopause. What you do during your fertile years is what sets you up for a smooth transition into perimenopause. Perimenopause could happen between ages 35 to 50 and can last anywhere from 8 to 10 years. If you have an unbalanced lifestyle or high stress, it may feel like a sudden and severe change. The way that we are living during our product...

In this episode, I continue the conversation from a few weeks ago on digestive issues and how low stomach acid is one of the common root  causes. If you have been told you have gut issues and been put on a protocol, and have seen little to no improvements, this is where low  stomach acid may become part of the equation. I discuss the signs,  symptoms and solutions for  low stomach acid in today's...

In this episode, I discuss the topic of masculine and feminine energies that have been coming up in quite a few of my programs recently. This ebb and flow of energies can show up in the boundaries we set for ourselves or how we structure and schedule our lives. The beauty of it is there is a balance and dance between the two, not a black and white mentality. Connect with us - Thank you for joining...

In this episode, I am joined by two-time author, Shantelle Bisson. Her Amazon bestseller and a second nonfiction book, Parenting Your Teen Without Losing Your Cool, is a thought-provoking, fun, light-hearted handbook that helps parents raise functioning adults during the challenging days of navigating teendom when all you seem to do is "lose your cool." We have a conversation about parenting and h...