The Wellness Dojo Podcast

In this powerful episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik sits down with TJ Sheehan, founder of Gloves Not Guns, a program that offers free boxing and martial arts training to at-risk youth from troubled backgrounds, including gangs, addiction, and jail. TJ opens up about his own past in gangs and drugs, a failed suicide attempt, and how martial arts and community helped him turn his...

In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik is joined by Adam Kolozetti, co-founder of Enta Solutions, a company focused on helping organizations build healthier and more engaged cultures. Kyle and Adam discuss their shared love for martial arts and how its principles apply to creating balanced, high-performing workplaces. They explore how companies can foster fun, engaging envir...

In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik is joined by Jennifer Keable, who shares her personal journey of battling burnout and her mission to help others create success without sacrificing their well-being. Jennifer dives into key strategies for avoiding burnout, including the importance of self-discovery, maintaining curiosity, regular exercise, and other practical tools that...

 In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik is joined by Dennis Agbegha, who describes himself as a connector, peacemaker, and explorer. Dennis shares heartfelt stories from his childhood, where his parents embodied happiness through giving and building community.  Throughout the episode, Dennis discusses how he creates happiness by fostering connections with others and reflects...

In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik sits down with Tracy Borreson, a passionate advocate for living authentically. Tracy opens up about her journey towards embracing her true self and the importance of authenticity in everyday life. They discuss how being real and true to oneself can lead to deeper connections, greater fulfillment, and personal growth. Whether you're...

In this heartfelt episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik sits down with Curtis Alexander, co-founder of the non-profit organization Day1Dads.  Together, they discuss the importance of creating support systems and removing barriers for dads and families to maintain their mental and physical health, along with everything else that helps parents succeed. Curtis opens up about his own e...

In this insightful episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik chats with Mark Smith, the founder of SQRD Away, a journal designed to build daily consistency and habits.  Mark shares the benefits of using his journal and explains how the principles of martial arts seamlessly align with achieving daily life goals. Listeners will also hear about Mark's impactful meeting with Jocko Wil...

In this solo episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, host Kyle Craik dives deep into the critical roles of discipline and consistency in achieving long-term success. Drawing from his extensive experience in martial arts, Kyle outlines the importance of delayed gratification and how embracing the journey, even with minimal immediate rewards, can lead to profound personal growth and accomplishment.  J...

In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, Kyle Craik sits down with Dustin Hogan, a men's mental health counselor from Therapy for Dudes. Together, they delve into the often overlooked topic of men's mental health, exploring why many men struggle to seek therapy. Dustin and Kyle discuss the profound impact that goals and purpose can have on men's mental well-being, highlighting...

Welcome to The Wellness Dojo Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the world of creativity with David Schmeikal, a renowned creativity coach.  Join us as we explore the depths of discovering your creativity. David shares invaluable insights on following your inner voice, creating the right structures to nurture your creativity, and how life's experiences, lessons, values, and belief systems...

In this powerful episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, we sit down with Danielle Wilson, the inspiring founder of "Anxious Alice," as she courageously opens up about her personal journey through mental health struggles. Danielle shares her experiences battling suicidal thoughts, navigating anxiety and ADHD, and the impact of the pandemic on her mental well-being. Through resilience and d...

Join us in this thought-provoking episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, where therapist Joe Seddon delves into the profound realm of meaning in life. In a candid conversation, Joe shares insights on how we can cultivate meaning through life's struggles, overcome traumas, and skillfully navigate our emotions for personal growth. In this compelling discussion, Joe opens up about his own journey...

Welcome to a transformative episode of The Wellness Dojo podcast, where we dive deep into the often unexplored realm of men's mental and emotional health. Join our insightful conversation with local therapist Melanie Taylor as we unravel the layers of the challenges men face and explore the profound impact emotional awareness can have on their relationships. In this episode, Melanie shares he...

Welcome back to The Wellness Dojo Podcast! In this deeply moving episode, we are honored to have Jilisa Chenard, an experienced disordered eating coach, as our special guest. Join us for a powerful conversation as Jilisa courageously shares her personal journey from the depths of a life-threatening eating and exercise disorder, anorexia, to a path of healing and empowerment. 🌟 Episode Highlights...

Welcome back to The Wellness Dojo Podcast! In another impactful episode, we dive deep into the world of emotional healing and growth with the brilliant Registered Psychologist, Katrina Shaw. Join us for an eye-opening conversation as we uncover the transformative power of recognizing and healing our emotions. Episode Highlights Exploring the importance of acknowledging and healing complex emotions...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast! Today, we're joined by the esteemed workplace revitalization coach, Tim Kessler. Prepare to unlock a world of transformation as we delve into the art of making impactful and lasting changes to supercharge your workday. -Harnessing the power of small practices for maximum impact -Understanding the link between recovery, perf...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Welllness Dojo Podcast! Today, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Sam Hale, the visionary founder of Nutrimeals, a game-changer in the world of healthy eating. Get ready to explore the delightful intersection of nutrition, convenience, and scrumptious flavors! 🌱 Episode Highlights 🌱 Unveiling the benefits of healthy eating for your body and...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast! In this thought-provoking installment, we dive deep into the world of sports psychology and personal development, as we sit down with renowned performance coach, Andrew Simpson. Get ready to discover the secrets to unleashing your full potential, both on and off the field! 🌟 Episode Highlights 🌟 Unleashing your athletic potential...

In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, Registered Dietitian Theresa Dvorak explains the idea of culinary medicine and how we can use food to heal. Theresa explains how even the least experienced chefs can turn their meals into medicine with a few simple adjustments.  Listen in now to hear about navigating healthy recipes, healthy food combinations, getting a variety a nutrients, and more! F...

Join us for an engaging discussion on The Wellness Dojo Podcast Episode 60 with renowned Fitness and Nutrition industry icon, Jordan Syatt. In this episode, we delve into the profound influences of martial arts, jiu-jitsu, and wrestling on everyday life. Discover Jordan's transformative journey as a new father, the challenges of navigating a large social media following, and gain insights int...

Join us on The Wellness Dojo Podcast as we sit down with Nikole Squires, the CEO, president, and co-founder of Intuitive Movement, as she bravely shares her personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder. In this episode, we delve deep into the signs to recognize an eating disorder, strategies for recovery, and the impact of body image on mental and physical well-being. Discover how to align wi...

In this captivating episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, join us as we dive into the fascinating world of sports preparation and injury recovery with renowned physiotherapist, Terrace Boath. Strap in as we explore the intricate balance between mental and physical aspects of athletic performance, uncovering the techniques and strategies that propel athletes to their peak potential. From pre-game r...

Welcome back to The Wellness Dojo Podcast! In this inspiring episode, we are joined by Berryl Gamayao, a talented videographer who embarked on a transformative journey from nursing to pursuing his true passion in life. Berryl shares his captivating story of immigrating from the Philippines to Canada, and how he discovered that his path to fulfillment lay elsewhere. Join us as Berryl candidly discu...

In this episode of The Wellness Dojo Podcast, we delve into the topic of disordered eating with Kary Woodruff, a Registered Dietitian. We explore the spectrum of disordered eating and what classifies as an eating disorder, including whether or not it's possible to be addicted to food. We also discuss the physical and psychological impacts of dieting and how it can lead to disordered eating. I...

In this episode, we speak with Ashley Hunt, Co-Founder of Pancea, a pain management platform that helps people effectively and sustainably manage pain. We discuss how pain is a complex experience that can be affected by both physical and emotional factors, and how simplifying pain management can be incredibly powerful.  Ashley shares her insights on the chronic pain cycle and offers strategies for...