The Trifecta of Joy

Do you ever meet the most interesting people in your Uber?  In this podcast episode, I share an incredible woman with a message of finding joy in darkness and rising above. As a guest in her car, with the beauty of holding space, Gloria’s story was both chilling and inspiring. I wanted her to share her story with you, and she was thrilled to, with a desire to inspire others!   ...

ONE IN 10 people are living with diabetes - 1 in 5 don’t even know they have it. 1 in 3 have prediabetes. With so many of us having loved ones with diabetes, having Dr. Jelina Shah, Clinical pharmacist and holistic diabetes health coach seemed natural.   She brings her 15 years of healthcare experience to talk with us about our fears around health, shame and blame, and the stigma associated w...

What does legacy mean to you? Often we think it is about the choices we make when we have lost, are grieving, or after the death of a loved one.  These are definitely elements of legacy and so are the choices we make today.  How you show up in the world for yourself and others are creating legacy.  Your awareness of your own life, how you live, and the choices you make aligned with...

What does it mean to re-write your story?  In a candid conversation with Melody Ann Owen, founder of Author Nation, we dive into the beauty of getting clear on your story and letting go or re-writing your past to better understand yourself and your place in the world now.  Melody Ann shares her experience of growing up with labels that others placed on her as a result of being raised in...

In this epic conversation with Dr. Jody Carrington, we discuss her latest book Feeling Seen , and the tour she is in the midst of while living out her mission for people to find reconnection in a hurting world.  Dr. Jody spreads a message of hope and the importance of feeling seen, reminding us that so much of what we need is already done.  We discuss how to get back to connection throug...

In this episode Caitlin and I come together once again to talk about a big decision we made within Perfectly Imperfect Life coaching. We have been talking a lot about body image and self-love, and the importance of self-compassion, understanding, acceptance, and the relationship with yourself as being the most important one. In this episode we discuss all kinds of great things: -   ...

What is the value of listening?  In this candid conversation with Deb Porter, Founder of HOLD- Hearing Out Life Drama – we explore the value of having a place to just share what is on our minds.  When under stress, pressure, or in times of uncertainty, the desire to “just talk it out” can be present, but loved ones may not be the place.  HOLD offers a space where clients can move fr...

Waiting can be a source of anxiety for some, and a space of peace for others.  On a recent trip to Dallas, I met two new friends who are legally blind.  While they use all of their abilities to navigate life, they intuitively also know when to wait, and when to proceed.  This prompted me to consider the ways that the typically-abled may experience waiting, and the power of intuition...

In this conversation with Lawyer Charlene Sheffelmair, we dive into a different way to connect with community. In our conversation we talk about the evolution of adult friendships.  With vulnerability, we discuss the pain, grief and loss that comes from friendship change or closure.  We talk about the importance of proximity and maintaining connection in meaningful ways as well as t...

https://www.perfectlyimperfect.wtf/shine Body image and weight loss seem to be in the forefront of so many women’s minds.  I recently received a message from a follower querying my messaging about body image and weight loss, noticing that I had personally changed my body. I had to respond because I never want women to think they need a DIET to live.   In this episode I get real about ME...

What impact can youth make in the world?  Trinity Tacheny is a young lady who is committed to building community, self-awareness, and giving back. In this inspiring conversation, we talk about how Trinity has been through her own challenges of parental divorce and losing loved ones.  She leaned heavily into her faith, community, and finding supportive adults to continued to be inspired f...

Feeling sexy an any size is a struggle for many, and yet body positivity has created an environment where “Victoria’s Secret” no longer dictates sexiness.  In this episode I am joined b Joani, a SHINE member, who shares her experiences around sexiness, confidence, comfort, and joy as she navigates the realities of life as it happens.  She shares that SHINE was a program that changed her...

This is the true story of Amanda who, through no fault of her own, found herself caught up by the darkest most insidious corners of the criminal world of sex trafficking minors. Her husband, the man she loved and the father of her children, was a criminal.  And when it all came down, she was left holding the pieces. In this incredibly candid conversation with Amanda Quick, we discuss the deci...

Weight loss and body image are common struggles for many, and I can relate.  I spent most of my life in a never-ending battle with myself and believing my worth was tied to those very things.   I learned that making change from a place of love versus resistance is a game-changer!  More importantly, however, I’ve learned and am passionate about sharing the importance of the rela...

In this episode, I ask you some questions that you may ask as you enter a new year but can ask yourself anytime! We often focus on what we don’t want, what we fear, what holds us back.  What energy, vibration, and mindset are you creating for yourself? I offer tips to let go of some of those limiting beliefs, and invite you into a year of hope with gentle love and kindness with that ONE BIG Q...

As we enter a new year, I am joined by Spiritual Teacher and Psychic Intuitive, Vania.  In this episode we talk about the energy of now and The Unlimited Self of 2023.  Her message is clear:  live in your truth and as your unlimited self in the year ahead!   Vania shares the importance of self-awareness, as a means to letting go of perfectionism, stress, and the stories that ho...

In this conversation with Misty Kerrigan, we explore the way we frame disabilities and superpowers.  Misty is an incredible human who is proud of her ADHD superpower! She helps people find their zone of excellence within their superpower and use that to thrive. She also recognizes that sometimes we fall out of our “zone” and her mission is to help people find their way back into owning their...

Secondary infertility took our guest on a crazy journey to self-love and helped her create a life that truly resonates. In this candid conversation with Sarah Willoughby, author of Infertility Saved My Life, we talk about her experience of in vitro fertilization, and the physical, emotional and spiritual challenges it presented for she and her family as she and her partner attempted to grow their...

Are the holidays emotionally charged for you?  In this episode we talk about the feelings that come from holidays.  Stress, busyness, doing, and moving through the holidays can take us away from what matters most.  Bringing awareness to yourself during this time is a gift you can give yourself so you can enJOY this time for what it is.  We often strive for perfection in all thi...

What does it mean to raise Badass Humans? Kat Mullin, author of Raising Badass Humans, shares her experiences of parenting in its perfect imperfection and invites us into her definition of what it means to have the honour of Raising Badass Humans.  To be badass, according to Kat is to be Brave, Authentic, Decisive, Accepting, Strong, and  Supportive. In this conversation with Kat, we tal...

Making choices aligned with your values is important.  When I was writing The Trifecta of Joy, HELP yourself in a world of change , I felt honoured to be in a place where I could give back to an organization I care about.  Wood’s Homes Youth Shelter provides a safe, caring, supportive resource for kids when home isn’t. This organization works with families to create stability.  They...

Stress affects our thoughts, feelings and actions and often shows up in our body. How do you alleviate stress? In this episode I talk to Sara Nakamura, well-being consultant, board-certified therapeutic massage and bodywork therapist - and StressXpert!! With years of experience as a massage therapist, Sara realized a need for 2-minute techniques to help her clients with stress.   While f...

In this episode Caitlin MacTavish and I have a vulnerable conversation about the ins and outs of the experience of writing THE TRIFECTA OF JOY book. Writing a book can very much be like the process of birth with its aches, pains, and fears as well as elation, excitement, and anticipation. We discuss the complexities of: ·    Perfectionism ·    The inner...

Welcome to Season 2 – THE TRIFECTA OF JOY!    Throughout Season 1 we talked about life in its challenges, and celebrations, and how we find ourselves in wtf moments, and how to get through them and live with more peace, joy, love and gratitude! Along the way we have explored deepening awareness, befriending your inner critic, and raising your vibration!  My friend – THAT is THE TRIF...

Creating a life with purpose, intention, and clarity starts with where you are right now. We often notice that there are many analogies in life that we can use to construct meaning and purpose in our lives. Nature, Lego, Computer operating systems, even tissue!  There are concrete examples in our lives that show is a different way to consider what is, and where we want to go.  In this co...