The Trifecta of Joy

Chronic pain is a condition many people live with, it is REAL, and can control one’s life. Affecting 1 in 4 people, chronic pain is a challenge that moves beyond the physical.  With an impact on everyday body function, as well as the ability to be present in many parts of life including home, work, and social gathering, it can make a person’s world quite small. In this episode we talk wi...

Join my guest, Candy Motzek and I for an unscripted conversation on imposter syndrome.  At different points in life we find ourselves in places where self-doubt and fear move uns into feeling like we are imposters in home, life, work, school, and even our communities.  This open free flowing conversation is intended to inspire you to understand that we ALL allow ourselves to believe we a...

Jessica  Brothers, a human biologist, joins us to talk about what makes us light up on the inside. In this candid conversation, we discuss the power of Spirit or Source as being a part of the body’s healing process, as a means forward in trust and intentional living.  Jessica shares her passion for striving to create a happier world for all – mind, body, and spirit – with the power of mi...

Stress is a reality for so many people these days, and yet, the path forward through it can seem so complex, and sometimes even debilitating.  In this episode we talk about how we think stress is in our heads, but when we pay attention, we notice how it show up in the body.  The impact of stress can be profound – and often also shows up in the body. Susan vulnerably discusses how stress...

Can a moment as a child change the trajectory of your life?  In this episode our guest Swanette Kuntz talks about the wtf’s that have aligned to help her realize the importance of living her very best life and following her soul path.  Swanette shares candidly her powerful experience of near death at the young age of eight. From this she developed a deep connection to all of life, includ...

Sometimes we become aware of “that feeling”.  It’s that knowing.  The situation we find ourselves in could be better.  We deserve more.  The knowing that it may be time to move let go and move on.   Sometimes it sounds like: “There has got to be something more than this”.   Change is scary, and staying stuck is even scarier!   Together coach Christy Holt and I ta...

Addiction comes in various forms and is pervasive in our society as it is often used to escape from one or several feelings. But what do you do if your loved one has an addiction, and you’re just don’t know what to do.  Candace Plattor, founder of Love with Boundaries, and I talk about the path of support and love of the loved one of an addict, and how to enable active recovery versus active...

As the month of September arrives, many people including teachers, parents, and many different professionals often think of 2022 as the other new year. In this episode I share some of the greatest lessons I have learned so far this year – as reflected in the trifecta of joy.   Living a life with connection, compassion, peace, prosperity, and joy and gratitude can be found in connecting with y...

I am absolutely thrilled to introduce you to my bff.  Tina Shingoose Fancy is a beautiful human with the most amazing heart!  We have super cool convos, so decided to share one with you!  In this episode we talk about the difference in opportunities, expectations, and options that our mothers have versus those that we have had, and been able to offer our children.  We talk abou...

Grief and loss are a part of life, yet death and the wash of feelings and change that comes with it simply isn’t sexy to talk about.  When we do explore grief, it if often cushioned around trying to make things “fine”. Alison Pena coins herself a “Bad Widow”.  Her husband died in her arms at home after their shared journey through his Pancreatic Cancer.  The result was her very real...

Guilt, shame, pain, and anger are natural reactions to trauma.  In this inspiring conversation with Anna Maydonova we talk about her life of trauma and the growing voice within that she recognized when she discovered a safe place to share.  When a voice is silenced by others and then self, it creates a burden of growing shame, guilt, pain and anger – the destruction of judgement.  ...

What does it mean to really SHINE?  Shining is being able to connect with your truth and live the life you love with authenticity and juiciness.   I talk to far too many women who have stopped living or been waiting to live a life they love because they aren’t a certain weight, size, or shape.  When you stop living for now and keep waiting for then, it can be easy to be tethered to...

Are there magical spaces and places in your life?   All over the world there are places that are identified as sacred, healing, or invite you to a place of peace, tranquility, insight and deeper meaning.  For some they are far away ruins or even temples.  I believe we find our own sacred spaces and places, and one of mine is Waterton.   In this episode I talk about how my relat...

Ever have a moment when you feel like there is something missing?   In this conversation with Sophia Coulanges, we talk about the importance of feeling the internal peace that comes from finding the missing pieces.  Sophia, author of The Missing Peace,  talks about moving through her own darkness.  In a life where her only outlet was anger, she realized the need for a different...

Empaths have the ability to feel the energy of others and it affects the way that we care for others and impacts the way that we move through life and care for ourselves.  Many people in caring professions, including caregivers, teachers, social workers, nurses, and healers have been impacted deeply in the past few years and are awakening to being ready to live in a new frequency.   This...

Spreading love and light is aligned with my values. In this episode I talk about my own personal ways of living in my values using the example of flowers for the three mothers in my life.  When we are clear about our values, we have clarity around where we choose to invest time, energy, finances and our self.  Because my values are grounded in love, adventure and health, I know that this...

Pets are our companions, friends, and there for us all of the time.  For many of us they aren’t just “like family”, they ARE family!  In today’s episode we have a conversation with animal communicator, Julie Evans.  After a car accident left her unable to continue to do her work as an accountant, she learned she had an incredible gift in being able to communicate with animals, parti...

Values are the foundation upon which we live our lives, and whether we think about it or not, they are the framework for the every day decisions we make and are often a driving force behind our work and passions.  In this episode we talk about how awareness of your values creates more harmony, connection, meaning, time and – helps you make decisions every day and at critical times in your lif...

The number one stressor for men, according to a recent survey, is a lack of purpose.  In a conversation with Dr. Peter Kellett we discuss how men define success and the importance that a clear purpose plays in carrying one through difficult times.  Traditional expectations have been imposed on men by society, and patterns of what is deemed masculine including career, emotions, and naviga...

Episode Summary Have you ever had a chakra reading?  In this episode I get very vulnerable in a personal chakra reading.  In Episode 11, I first introduced you to Cheryle Stelte, a spiritual healer and teacher.  In this conversation, Cheryl reads my chakras to invite us into understanding the layers of self, including noticing dark energy that has held me back, and the gifts that ar...

Have you heard of forest bathing?  Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is the immersive experience of being in nature and noticing the sights, sounds, and smells of your experience.  In this episode I take you into a forest for a chat about the magical effects of nature on your mind, body and spirit, and the power of noticing and perspective.  Not only are there incredible health benef...

What does healing and empowerment mean? In this conversation with Cheryl Stelte, we discuss the magnificence of energy in the path of healing and empowerment. Cheryl is a gifted Chakra reader and is passionate about helping people understand their energy flows, gifts, and areas for growth or blockage regarding their energy. Cheryl shares her what the eff moment of discovering her li...

The trifecta of JOY is awareness, befriending your inner critic, and raising your vibe! In this episode, I invite you into a chat with me about awareness using the everyday analogy of tissue, or kleenex. As women, we spend a lot of time in service to others, and at the same time accumulate a lot of stories about ourselves, who we are supposed to be, and what is expected of us, without no...

This episode is dedicated to those women who have already stepped into the Self Love Adventure and new ways to show up for themselves with honour, empathy, love, and presence.  In this interview, I have the pleasure of sharing space with Jennifer Forrest as she shares candidly her experience of moving through doubt, giving herself grace, and embracing the messiness of life by simply showing u...

US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has drafted a response to Roe vs. Wade, the law that made it legal for women to seek and attain a medically assisted pregnancy termination.  This is a what the eff moment for many of us.  How could we be here in 2022? You know the beliefs you hold about abortion.  I’m not here to sway you one way or another or engage in debate.  It is a com...