With Heart and Wonder

Erica Howes had this idea in her head to write her dad’s memoir. Over the last year she’s been bringing this “maybe-one-day” project to life and learning a whole lot about herself and her relationship with writing in the process. She also just happens to be one of my very first (and longest) coaching clients. In this episode we chat about: Moving forward even when you can’t visualize the end produ...

My grandma recently shared one of those GEMs of wisdom that I’ll treasure forever. It was so simple, but helped me think even deeper about how I can create priorities in a way that feels empowering and exciting. This episode is for you if you are someone who is constantly trying to do all the things or if you are feeling a call to do less (but in a way that feels exciting, expansive and oh-so-inte...

“Creativity is on the other side of a courageous yes” In this episode, Maria Habanikova chats with me about the process of writing her first children’s book - a journey that she’s been on for the last five years. We talk about: The ocean canoeing adventure that inspired the story of The Flying Whale How her intention for 2023 became the catalyst for publishing What it was like seeing her words com...

Calling all overthinkers! If you’re anything like me it’s easy to find yourself using so much energy in planning, that there’s barely any left to bring your visions to life. In this episode, I share a recent moment where I was able to shift from overplanning into a more playful approach and I breakdown what made this so impactful. *** GET IN TOUCH Did this episode spark an interesting reflection o...

Many of us have been conditioned out of trusting ourselves! Today I’m introducing you to my friend Catherine Lenhardt. We met while training to become life coaches at the Beautiful You Coaching Academy in 2022. In this conversation we’re diving into: What it meant to be each other’s coaching “buddy” How to reconnect with your instincts What self-trust is and how to cultivate it Embracing the diffe...

There have been many times in my life where I’ve found the idea of Joy completely overwhelming. And I know I’m not the only one! This episode explores: Why joy can feel daunting How joy is different from happiness How to reframe your relationship with joy so that you can create space to feel more of it (no matter what is happening in your life) *** HAVE A MOMENT? One of the best ways that you can...

Are you a big feeler or highly sensitive? This episode with Heather Dressel is for you. We chat about: What it means to be highly sensitive or an empath Why having language for our experiences can make us feel less alone Framing emotions as "energy in motion" Why sitting with our emotions matters & what can happen when you don't Practical strategies to release your emotions. *** TODAY'S GUEST...

It's not just you. Transitions are tough. They can feel so sticky, confusing and disorienting. In fact, transitions by their very nature are disregulating. But I actually don't think that's a bad thing! Despite our obession with smooth transititions and generally wanting to rush right through them, I think they offer us a really incredible opportunity to realign with your truth and our values. ***...

After hearing Elizabeth Gilbert talk here in Ottawa, my sister (Becca Johnston) and I debrief our biggest takeaways. We cover a lot of ground including --> insights on what it means to be relaxed, how to have (and keep) your boundaries, and what it means to prioritize your creativity. *** Did this episode spark an interesting reflection or a question stirring in your heart? I love hearing from...

I did something veeeeery different to mark my birthday this year. Tune into this episode to hear how I celebrated the occaision and what I learned in the process. *** I love hearing from you! Let's chat. Instagram: @meghanljohnston Email: hello@meghanjohnston.com Website: meghanjohnston.com

Today’s episode is an invitation to get curious about decision-making. Specifically the fear that can surround this idea of making the RIGHT decision. We can get so stuck waiting for clarity, but what happens if we remove the pressure to make the right decision. But what if clarity comes from action? What if what's needed for clarity is simply a willingness to take a brave step into the dark woods...

Sabrina Persaud from Feast and Heal joins us to talk about the intersections between food, community, and care. It's a deeply nourishing and inspiring conversation that will inspire you to slow down and savour the opportunities to connect more deeply with yourself and those around you. You can find Sabrina on instagram @feastandheal *** Sign up for Nourish & Bloom with Meghan, a FREE community...

I've been working on writting a harmful pattern so ingrained in my life that I didn't even realieze all the places it was showing up. This episode shares a peak into my journey and how I've replaced this habit with the practice of gentle momentum. *** If this episode sparked any thoughts, insights or reflections. I'd love to hear from you! You can reach out on Instagram ( @meghanljohnston ) or sen...

You asked for it... get cozy and settle in for a meditation for loving kindness. In this 13 mins you'll anchor into your heart and expand the loving kindness within you. This meditation is a Metta Meditation - a meditation from the buddhist tradition. There are MANY variations on this loving kindness meditation so feel free to play with the thoughts that you offer to yourself and to others as part...

Dana LaVoie (from Making Menopause Easy) is on a mission to help you know that menopause doesn't mean your life is over or even that you have to experience tough symptoms. Menopause can be a second spring, a time of reigniting your creative potential and stepping into your authentic leadership. In this episode, Dana breaks down the three stages of Menopause, how this time of life can spark a creat...

Feeling off? I sure have been! The barrage of new year marketing has felt like a lot this year, and after some reflection (and following my intuition), I finally pinpointed what felt off and why it's been making me feel so disconnected. In this episode we talk about bringing more enjoyment into the day to day moments of life, a 3 step check-in process to help you shift from where you are to where...

This is the time of year where we start to get reflective… We reflect on the year that has passed and on what we are seeking in the year ahead. So in the spirit of all this reflection, I thought I’d share one of my biggest reflections from the year. AND it just so happens to be something you can bring into 2023 to live a life infused with more heart and wonder! 2022 has been a year for me of playi...

A creative practice can be a refuge for you in the moments when life gets tough. In this episode, I'm joined by artist Sabine Modder for a deeply inspiring conversation that explores: how art can be a creative process (that feels good!) not a product the link between creative practice and our wellness how a creative practice can be both a retreat and a playground how to start a visual journal This...

In the Fall of 2021 I experienced something that totally shattered my sense of self and left my confidence in shambles. In this episode I share three things that helped me rebuild my confidence.

Let's talk about success. In this episode, Sylvana Gatto from Bee Wellness joins us to discuss success at work. This conversation will encourage you to get curious about what it is that you are chasing, both in the workplace and beyond. You'll be inspired with tools to unravel your own assumptions about success, and to chart a path forward that feels aligned with you and your values.

Putting off the things that matter most? We talk about why in this episode. Tune in to hear about what I've been up to these last 6 months and how you can reframe fear and make her your friend.

"If you're not taking your soul on an adventure, it goes to sleep" This episode with Deepshikha Sairam is an invitation to connect with all the answers that are already within you. We explore how you can shed the layers of who you thought you should become, and embrace the highest version of you, including how to follow your intuition - especially when you feel stuck in fear and doubt. *** Grab th...

The short, sweet, & simple practices can still be impactful.  And when it comes to supporting our nervous system, they can actually be even more helpful as they let us recalibrate and reconnect with ourselves on a regular basis.  This episode is a celebration of taking small pockets of time for you! And I talk about a meditation I recently created to help you experience deep rest in less than...

Ever feel that tension between caring for your communities and caring for yourself? I get to work with some truly incredible people! They are highly motivate compassionate leaders. But they tend to put the needs of others first --> this eventually leads to burnout! Ashley is one of these people and in this episode we talk about her journey with rest and how she is learning to put herself first....

Our instinct when it comes to creating change is to go hard. We want to get out of the gate running with vigour and intensity. But this can set us up for imbalance, disappointment, cycles of shame and even an energy that is the opposite of what we are trying to invite in. This episode is a chance to reflect on whether your goals are supportive or of is there another way to bring about your desired...