Emily Fraser (The Spoonie Mentor)

The Spoonie Podcast

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This show is full of inspiration and advice for anyone struggling with chronic pain and/or fatigue. Listen as host Emily Fraser shares her journey learning to thrive with multiple chronic illnesses. Follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thespooniementor/ and visit www.thespooniementor.com to join our spoonie community!

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Emily Fraser (The Spoonie Mentor)

Episodes

7. Getting Laid Off and Making Marriage Work with my Husband Adam Fraser 20.03.2020 35:18

Meet my husband, Adam Fraser. We cover the ups and downs in our marriage so far, strategies that have helped us with conflict resolution, dealing with being laid off, being a caregiver through my medical leave, the importance of networking, and how to have a crucial conversation. Learn about Gary Chapman's "Love Languages" and John Gottman's "Four Horsemen." Links...

6. [Bonus] Coping with Quarantine 19.03.2020 45:00

Stuck at home? Stressed out student? Suddenly homeschooling your children? Feeling anxious? This episode is for you! I share some inspiring stories coming out of the Covid 19 Pandemic, and how a couple people in my life are coping with the quarantine. Links from the show: Morgan's Padlet: Resources for parents/teachers/students Morgan's Instagram: @kidlitbookaday The Calm Podcast Faceboo...

5. Being a Student: School, Stress, and Success with Holly Kletke and Aidan Wolfson 18.03.2020 47:24

I connect with former students Holly Kletke and Aidan Wolfson. We chat about the highs and lows of being a teenager, finding balance, developing resiliency, making long distance relationships work, figuring out your passions, the importance of authenticity, and the challenges of university. Let's Connect Instagram: @thecalmpodcast Website: https://www.thecalmpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www...

4. Performance Anxiety, Shifting Careers, and Creating Safe Spaces with Ben Promane 16.03.2020 1:08:44

I connect with Ben Promane (Professional Musician, Band Director and Coach). He shares how he decided to pursue a music degree, the importance of mental health, how his career path is continuously evolving, and the importance of supporting youth. Links from the show: https://www.benpromane.com/ https://www.who.int/ https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/topics/Page16997.aspx Let's connect: In...

3. Yoga, Design Thinking and Losing a Parent with Paige Johnston 09.03.2020 1:06:45

I interview Paige Johnston (Design Strategist, Interior Designer and Yoga instructor based in New York). She talks about losing her father in a tragic accident, how her mother helped the family develop resilience, how she discovered her love of yoga, and how she sees her role as a designer. In the last segment, my sister Danielle joins me to discuss coming out and being a member of the queer commu...

2. Life Lessons From My Grandmother Lillian Willmon 09.03.2020 55:56

My 85 year old grandmother Lillian Willmon discusses her upbringing, her career as a wife and mother, and how she copes with the grief of losing loved ones. Let's Connect Instagram: @thecalmpodcast Website: https://www.thecalmpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecalmpodcast/ E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com Special Thanks Logo: Carly Balestra Social Media Graphics: Br...

1. Gratitude, Concussions and Launching a Podcast with Emily Fraser 09.03.2020 56:52

I discuss the importance of gratitude, introduce the concept of the show, and give advice to a teacher about how to return to work after concussion. Let's Connect Instagram: @thecalmpodcast Website: https://www.thecalmpodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecalmpodcast/ E-mail: emily@thecalmpodcast.com Special Thanks Logo: Carly Balestra Social Media Graphics: Brianna Da...

Trailer 23.02.2020 1:00

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