Born just outside Edmonton, Erin Holowach and her husband Travis are the minds behind ComFree, which is a name well-known by anyone involved in Edmonton real estate in the early 2000's. Nowadays, Erin and Travis run its spiritual successor, homeFree, and are bringing fully supported private sales back to the real estate market.

In 2009, in an attempt to take ComFree to the national level, the pair entered into a merger- which unfortunately had disastrous results. Other shareholders had different plans for the company, bringing an end to ComFree and leaving Erin and Travis reeling.

Over the next 12 years, in search of a new business plan, Erin and Travis became full-time entrepreneurs. As it turns out, real estate was their specialty: they were involved in quite a few startups, investments and mergers, culminating in the creation of homeFree. In Erin's own words from her biography, she also "Continues to be involved in multiple entrepreneurs’ organizations, leadership summits and business coaching, helping other leaders and entrepreneurs grow and operate their business to their fullest potential."

To learn more about Erin, follow her on LinkedIn or Facebook. Also, if you're considering buying or selling a property anytime soon, check out homeFree for all your real estate needs.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joanna Griffiths is the Founder and President of Knix and Kt by Knix the direct-to-consumer intimate apparel brands reinventing intimates for real life. Since launching the company in 2013, Joanna has built Knix into one of the fastest-growing intimate apparel brands globally. Through a focus on impact work and product innovation the brand is on a mission to empower people to be unapologetically free. 

Joanna holds multiple patents and helped invent the leakproof underwear category which is pacing to become a billion dollar category and has changed the lives of millions of people around the world. 

Joanna broke the Canadian record for the largest publicly disclosed sale of a private company by a female founder when Swedish health and hygiene Giant Essity purchased 80% of Knix valuing the company at just over half a billion dollars. Always one to push for greater change when asked about the record Joanna said she “hopes it is a title she holds for a short period of time and can’t wait to cheer on whoever holds it next.”  

Joanna's long list of accolades includes being named Waterstone's Most Admired CEO and an AdWeek Women Trailblazer. Recently she was named the national winner for EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award and will go on to represent Canada for the global title in June. Joanna holds an MBA with Distinction from INSEAD, sits on the board of Futurpreneur Canada and released her first book “Life After Birth” via globally renowned publisher Rizzoli in 2021. 

For more on Joanna and Knix, visit their website, or follow Joanna on Instagram and Twitter.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stylist Carla Buchberger, a longtime friend of the podcast, joins the Inner Circle once again to chat about all things fashion. From trends, to body types, to sizing and more, Carla deep-dives into how to make a great, sensible outfit, and what makes a closet truly functional.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jane Stoller is a Swiss-Canadian life-biz organizer whose passion is to declutter spaces and organize a business’s practices. An author, speaker, university instructor, and business owner, Jane lends her gift of organization to people who long for less stress and more happiness. In this week's chat, Jane shares memories from her career journey, doubts, passions, feelings of societal pressure, tips for tackling your own organization goals at home or at work, and much more. Her tips and tricks emphasize how little changes in organization habits can make big changes in your everyday life. Jane’s unique experience climbing corporate ladders quickly as a woman, making the switch to become an entrepreneur, and maintaining relationships while honing her skills and developing her talents makes for an inspiring and motivating talk. You can register for a free webinar with Jane here! 

For more about Jane, her new book Decluttering for Dummies, and more, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Youtube.

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ashley Mielke is a decorated psychologist, public speaker, and strategic consultant, whose accomplishments range from founding and directing The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre Inc. to co-writing her first book in 2017. Ashley has spent her career offering a safe space to explore challenging questions and offer coping strategies for life’s toughest obstacles, using her scientific background as a psychologist to tackle each and every situation in an informed way.

Ashley lends her insight to the feelings of grief we are experiencing in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic; coping with loss, adapting to and grieving the loss of social interaction, the stigma of being exposed, and more are explored. Ashley’s years of experience and comforting nature make for an in depth but tender look at the current state of the world.

For more information on The Grief and Trauma Healing Center, or more insight from Ashley, visit their website or follow her on Instagram.

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amber L’Heureux is an incredible chuckwagon racer from small town Saskatchewan who overcame adversity in 2019 to become the first female to race chuckwagons professionally in the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association. Amber attributes the strength, mental drive, and toughness required to master chuckwagon racing to the tragedy she experienced throughout her life; she speaks with Carrie about the moment her life changed, the struggles that came with learning to cope at such a young age, meeting close friend and colleague Dallas Wylie, mental illness, the connection she has with her horses, and much more. Amber’s story is one of the highest highs and the lowest lows, and how perseverance and hope can drive a person to become a champion. By opening up about her journey, Amber hopes to motivate youth and women to pursue their ultimate goals, regardless of life’s challenges. 

Follow Amber on her amazing journey on Instagram Or Twitter 

You can also find equine sports therapist Dallas Wylie on Instagram 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The incredible story of Cathy Hughston and how she handled being in the hostage situation at the Workers Compensation board on October 21, 2009 in Edmonton. Carrie had just completed an exclusive interview with Cathy which she did not go to air with.(She will explain why) Time heals and shapes, and in the decade that has past, Cathy revisits that harrowing day and what transpired inside the Workers Compensation Board as a then 40 year old Patrick Clayton took hostages.

This is an incredible story of one person's ability to de-escalate and problem solve through the situation in a way that many of us would never entertain. This includes Cathy's announcement that she would go to the bathroom "but would be back", and her inevitable insistence that she was leaving because she couldn't help him anymore.  Carrie also asks why Cathy and her husband asked to pull the interview with three minutes before it was set to air on CFRN-TV. Carrie and everyone at CTV won an Edward R. Murrow award live coverage that day. You can see some of it here. 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It is fitting that Daryl enters the Inner Circle after this show has eclipsed 100 episodes and Daryl embarks his post-CTV journey. Daryl's last day at CTV Edmonton was September 18, 2019. In this episode, we sit down and go right back to the beginning of Daryl's television career. We learned that his first broadcast job was in radio playing music, but soon after progressed to television news. He also told us about how he landed the coveted job at CFRN Television and some of the many people he worked alongside including Daphne Kuhn, Leslie Miller, Shauna Randolph and myself. 

This is also the first time Daryl went into detail about his departure from CTV. Many people have asked me if he was pushed or if he left via his own volition. Daryl answers that question. Fittingly, Daryl was enjoying some downtime in the backyard when we were recording this episode, and he has now shifted to doing work ranging from auctioneering to voice work and emceeing events.

You can reach out to Daryl through his website to find out more. Daryl is still active on social media as well.

You can reach him on: Twitter LinkedIn Instagram

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s guest, Candace Toews, is sharing an incredible story of the sudden and unexplainable death of a little girl, told today by her very brave and courageous mother, and the inspiring story of how her dad is honoring her life. Thank you for the interview and for trusting me with your story. Let's start! WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE: 1:55 - We begin with Candace's background, family, depression, and the event that changed everything. 19:25 - Her other son was there; Candace recounts what he was doing at that moment, the friends who helped her, and how they managed it. 27:24 - As hard as it was, it was also inexplicable. Candace gives details of the tragic event, how they could process it, and Peter's illness. 36:15 - Candace attended her husband and her other son to get them through these events, but what about her?

Candace explains how she handled these situations, what other tests were done to try to diagnose the strange occurrence, and how she feels. 44:34 - She also describes how Ben is coping with the event and what his plans are. 46:10 - The Freezing Father's Fundraiser is how Peter handled the event; he wanted to give back and help those in a similar situation. QUOTES: "Life as I knew it was so great." "That's just where my brain was." "They bought us an hour of time with her." "It went so fast." "It was the hardest thing he has ever done." "Lots of people loved her so much." "Our family was there; our friends were there." "I want to know what the heck happened." "It is his healing journey." "A parent wants to share those stories." 

MENTIONED: @Elans_Mom - Twitter Candace Toews - LinkedIn @afathersfreezin - Facebook The Freezing Father's Fundraiser - Website 

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: Carrie Doll - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest today, Dr. Caitlin Dunne is the co-director of the Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine and a clinical assistant professor at the University of British Columbia. She is a specialist in infertility and egg freezing and has participated in numerous clinical studies and published research on in vitro fertilization, gynecologic surgery, and ovarian disease.  And, most recently she has been named in "Canada's Top 40 Under 40 Business Leader " List. 

This week I have the honor to have Dr. Caitlin Dunne joining us at The Inner Circle! Let's start with it! 

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE: 11:31 - Caitlin shares her a little about her journey, her role models, her desire to become a doctor, and why she specializes in fertility. 

16:48 - We analyze the impact of using birth-control pills, what "unexplained infertility" is, and the options couples have.

24:46 - She explains some of the treatments to raise the fertility rate like "superovulation," side effects, success rates, the cost of these methods, and who can be a candidate.

31:35 - We examined the top reasons for infertility and some of the risk factors that can contribute to it.

35:02 - Dr. Dunne talks about miscarriages, what's going on, and the emotional toll it produces on women and couples.

41:06 - I want to share an anonymous story that brought me into tears because of the struggle she suffered, and Dr. Dunne gives a medical standpoint of why that could happen.

43:50 - The price of these treatments is often costly and not covered. Dr. Dunne gives her thoughts. 

47:19 - The future looks brilliant, as new technology like "gene-editing" and "egg-freezing" are tested. Dr. Dunne explains the implications of fertility.

55:06 - We wrap up discussing infertility, is there a point where we have to throw in the towel, what options people can examine, and what factors must be considered and applied.

QUOTES: "The more we talk about it, the better things are going to get." "Infertility affects 1 every 6 couples." "I can do any job in this place that I want." "We have a lot to learn in medicine." "The sperm doesn't have to swim; it just has to be alive and show up." "Unfortunately, miscarriages are normal." "How can we better support those women without the stigma and shame from what's happened." "It must have been an extremely difficult choice, but now she has two healthy children." "If anyone wants to write a letter to the government, please go ahead." "The technology requires more refinement, but it is happening." "Come see a fertility doctor, and we'll work through it together."

MENTIONED: Caitlin Dunne - Pacific Centre for Reproductive Medicine @pcrmfertility - Instagram

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: Carrie Doll - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest today, Sherry Torkos, is a holistic pharmacist and leading health expert who has delivered hundreds of lectures to medical professionals and the public around the world. She has won several national pharmacies awards for providing excellence in patient care and is the author of 18 books. Her philosophy is to integrate conventional and complementary therapies to optimize health and prevent disease.

Her journey will inspire and empower you to never stop searching for answers when you know something is wrong and be your own health advocate. I'm so excited to welcome the one and only Sherry Torkos to The Inner Circle. Let's start!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

6:24 - We start with a little of Sherry's life, the challenges of getting pregnant.

10:04 - We talk about Sherry's childhood, the issues raised during her youth, and the horrible experience she had to endure.

19:17 - Sherry address why so many people so poorly tolerate gluten and the theories around it.

22:44 - Sherry reveals what put her on the path of holistic pharmacy and how receptive other doctors were to it.

28:17 - After gathering so much knowledge, Sherry was writing books and traveling around the world; she describes how her journey was.

34:10 - A lot of people are doing things to improve their immunity, health, and wellness. Sherry discusses what we can complement our daily routines.

44:00 - From a medical perspective, Sherry answers if she was surprised by the COVID outbreak, and what is her opinion of it.

46:35 - Moving on into one of the misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions in women, hormonal and thyroid issues, Sherry comments on what we are dealing with and what she is hearing and seeing.

55:45 - Poor gut health is a big issue for many people, but probiotics can improve our gut health. Sherry explains the benefits of taking probiotic supplements and her advice to get our kids on the right path to eat the right food and supplements.

QUOTES: "It's how you live your lifestyle the majority of the time that makes an impact." "It was a mystery why I was afflicted." "I was very mentally and physically drained." "If you eat something and your body is saying out loud, this is not good for you, then stay away from it." "Drugs do not have all the answers." "It was the worst experience ever." "Fresh is best." "Maybe we weren't as well prepared for this one as we should have been." "Have a doctor that was willing to look beyond the numbers."

MENTIONED: Sherry Torkos - Website @holistic.sherry - Facebook @sherrytorkos - Instagram JOURNEY INTO

THE INNER CIRCLE: Carrie Doll - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest today is Dr. Lisa Korus, is a leading Plastic Surgeon in Canada who offers perspective in a a variety of controversial areas. She runs a full surgical practice focusing on breast surgery, aiming to improve surgical outcomes through her reconstructive breast surgery research in Alberta. She is also very passionate about improving the quality of care that women receive, providing women with multiple options regarding their bodies and about empowering them with the knowledge they need to make the right decision for themselves. It’s an honor to have Dr. Lisa Korus step into The Inner Circle. Let's dig in!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

4:13 - As the COVID outbreaks continue, we keep living in a strange world. Dr. Lisa brings us up to date on where her Practice is at and her perspective of the COVID world.

10:08 - We celebrate the first female plastic surgeon hired in the plastic surgery division of the university Alberta in its over 50-years! Lisa tells her story, her interest in the profession, what it was like to go to John Hopkins, and the intensity of medical school.

15:49 - When Lisa declared that she was going to be a plastic surgeon, it went well until some people ––male and female surgeons–– told her that it wasn't a career specialty for a woman.

18:19- Any woman can relate that trying to fit in in any industry is hard; we face many challenges during our journey. Lisa shares the misogyny she had to endure from women and men during her training, and how she is trying to be better.

25:26 - Being a female plastic surgeon is different. Dr. Korus explains her experience.

28:07 - Dr. Korus explains Breast Reconstruction, why she took it as her specialty; what a mastectomy is, how it impacts self-esteem, what implants are, how they work, and the risks associated with it.

37:02 - Breast Implant Illness is a problem causing a lot of issues. Dr. Lisa shares her professional perspective about it, some of the symptoms, the research and studies, and the commonalities around those who are affected.

43:43 - Implants don't last for an entire life, Dr. Lisa explains when someone should check theirs, what are the different implants, the history behind them, the pros and cons of each and what is the best age to start screening.

49:50 - Lisa does some mommy makeovers to help women in need; she reveals some of the most asked questions.

51:10 - Living our dream life is different for each person; Lisa shares what her present and future look like and else is on her bucket list.

QUOTES: "It's just nice to help those women complete their journey." "To do high-quality research takes time." "You also have to have a drive that at the end of the day, you just want to do better." "I didn't have a backup plan." "We didn't connect at that level." "I think I bring a different level of empathy for my patients." "It's their body, and so they should have control to do that." "You could be walking around and not knowing it." "If you want something badly enough, don't listen when somebody tells you no."

MENTIONED: Lisa Korus - Website @drlisakorus - Instagram

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: Carrie Doll - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @Carrie Doll - YouTube @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dawn Harsch is a registered nurse by trade, an entrepreneur, and the creator of 3 long term care homes called ExquisiCare Senior Living and received numerous awards for her work, one of them being Edmonton's Top 20 Future Business Leaders. She speaks on the importance of supportive living for seniors and what's next in the evolution of ExquisiCare - Edmonton's most caring and professional boutique provider of residential, supportive living accommodations and care for the elderly. I'm thrilled to welcome Dawn Harsch to step in The Inner Circle. Let's dig in!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

2:41 - We start talking about how Dawn is, how she and her nurses have dealt with the COVID outbreak and some issues, what they are doing to protect patients, how they are working with the most fragile, long term care, how is her population and how crazy the process has been.

9:11 - Managing so much stress can have a high impact on our lives. Dawn talks about the most significant challenges in her life, the business, and how the journey has been like during these last months. 

11:02 - Let's talk about life before business, a little of Dawn's personal story, having health issues at a young age, and dealing with it.

23:30 - Dawn explains why she opted to become a nurse if she had a bright entrepreneurial path, what was about it that attracted her so much.

28:10 - She finished her MBA and wrote the business plan for ExquisiCare, but something was missing. Dawn met the love of her life; with his aid, everyone who looked at the business plan was amazed by the value, so the business began. 

33:19 - After being initially told that she wasn't going to become a mother, she and her partner got an egg donor and got the biggest blessings of her life.

36:51 - They launched the business leveraging whatever they could. From an entrepreneurial standpoint, Dawn describes what it is, also discusses what ExquisiCare is, how it works, and what's its goal.

43:03 - Dawn is ready to launch her 3rd ExquisiCare home, she reveals how it will be and the challenges she anticipates, also how her homecare business originated and what it is like to be part of an entrepreneurial family.

47:10 - Making mistakes is how we improve; Dawn talks about the mistakes she has made, the takeaways from them, and what's next in the evolution of ExquisiCare.

51:51 - Having so much love to give and caring so much for people can be fulfilling but also really stressful; Dawn explains how she manages it.

QUOTES: "We should not be institutionalizing our parents." "We know it doesn't work; there needs to be a transformational change of senior care; residential models are what we need to be moving towards." "You gotta work hard." "I've always been that person that always says I'm fine, I'm fine." "I was so sleep-deprived." "He believed in it; he said, You know what, this is your passion, you've always wanted to do this." "It will force you to do what you need to do, what you were put on this earth to do." "Family can be made in multiple ways, and I just see it as the greatest gift." "I believed that I could make this happen." "We are here to respect and love and give them dignity and honor their family."

MENTIONED: Exquisicare @dawn_harsch - Twitter @Dawn Harsch - LinkedIn

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: Carrie Doll - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Keri Marie Irvine is a gold sheep. Growing up in Newport Beach with its picture perfect beaches, weather, and people, she always felt like she didn’t exactly fit in, but she was no black sheep. “A gold sheep is someone who stands out, but also sparkles,” Wilson explains. It was with that idea that she launched GOLDSHEEP, her line of stylish athleisurewear. Each piece in GOLDSHEEP’s collection of leggings, sports bras, windbreakers, and other activewear is inspired by pop culture, life, photography or art, and has its own story to tell. 

Made to order from their warehouse in Costa Mesa, GOLDSHEEP has been carried in over 1,000 brick and mortar stores, including Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Bandier and Soul Cycle with collaborators including Cindy Crawford, Kaley Cuoco, Saturday Night Live and Bravo. They’ve also produced products for major brands like Pepsi, MGM Hotel, SBE Group, SLS Hotels, Disney, Taco Bell, Casamigos, WWE and Peloton. Wilson got her start in fashion in Paris and New York, following in her father’s footsteps who helped launch Quiksilver and drawing inspiration from her grandmother as the ultimate gold sheep. “I’m inspired to make people feel happy and stand out in a room,” says Wilson. “All things bright ignite my soul.”

On the horizon, she looks forward to moving her headquarters back to a new location near Newport Beach where she’ll build out the ultimate GOLDSHEEP experience. She’s also launching a men’s and baby’s line with more to come. A go-getter who pursues her dreams, Wilson embodies what it means to be a dynamic woman. 

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Diane Quartly is an energy worker who used her incredible psychic abilities to move beyond grief. Her son was run over and killed by her best friend and Diane talks about how she moved from anger to peace through an incredible journey. Her book “About a Blue Angel” speaks about tragedy and her ability to move through the most difficult period in her life Diane now facilitates energy workshops and uses her powerful psychic connection in her spirit and soul coaching sessions. She is a positive and knowledgeable Medium who taps into the energy and vibrations of loved ones who have crossed over. From a student to a guest, I want to welcome Diane Quartly to The Inner Circle. Let's dig in!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

9:52 - We begin with Diane's impactful story, what life was back before tragedy hit her family, the disastrous event, and the incredible gift she was given.

27:57 - After such a tragedy and having a last moment with her child, Diane went through a lot of emotions, and people reacted in many ways, reaching out to help her and giving a lot of support.

33:00 - After the tragedy, her relationship with her best friend wasn't going to be the same. Diane talks about her reaction and what happened to them.

36:53 - The unbelievable loss opened an unbelievable door for Diane; she was aware of the ability, so she started learning about it.

40:31 - Diane embraced her ability, and it became her passion and her career. She describes how she became an energy worker with credibility in the public's eyes and her answer to anyone who thinks her work is false.

44:30 - She gives us a glimpse into her world, describing what does she see and feels, how she can tap into different types of energies, and tune in to interpret others' energy.

52:21 - Diane gives her perspective about the current COVID situation, and the energetic shift she and others felt was going to happen.

QUOTES: "We were living life, doing our thing, and having a happy little family." "We're always looking for the next great thing to do and be passionate about." "It was a disaster." "It wasn't until that very moment that I felt and really knew the differences between the spiritual and physical body." "You go through these emotions where you're thankful for the love; you're feeling the love and support, and you're grateful." "Give me some time to breathe here." "I could see steps ahead." "It's just was who I was, and it didn't scare me." "It solidified to me that I was something that not everybody could do." "Where can we go we this."

MENTIONED: About a Blue Angel - Book Diane Quartly - Website @dianequartly - Twitter @dqenergyinterpreter - Facebook @quartlydiane - Instagram

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: Carrie Doll - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Food and diet are multibillion-dollar industries. Both are confusing and complicated ––to say the least––, especially when we are continually being bombarded with messages of what we should and shouldn't eat. Today, we have an expert in the area of culinary nutrition and advanced female metabolism with certifications in both specialties. She helps people achieve their health goals by getting them off the diet roller coaster and then helping them focus on food, eating, and nutrition. She is also the executive chef, founder, and creator of all the amazing recipes for a new café ––that I'm in love with–– called Masterlab, which focuses on performance food. We're venturing into the world of food and nutrition! I want to welcome Erin Smandych into The Inner Circle. Let's dig in!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

3:50 - We start with Erin's powerful message about the capability of food, her background, her biggest passions, and the importance of considering the social and emotional components of food that take place in our health.

7:45 - We address the complicated topic of carbs, what they are, the sources, their importance, the fear around it, the impact they have on our bodies, biofeedback, and how to balance them.

15:19 - Time to discuss Keto Diets, where this comes from, what it is, what it is ketosis, how it works, the impact, the benefits, and for whom it is.

21:48 - Moving into Intermittent Fasting, the misconceptions, and intensity of it, what it really is, its impact, its benefits, how it affects hormones, and the implications.

29:40 - Stress is one of the biggest obstacles that everyone suffers; we ought to know how bad it is for us, the effects, how it can impact our body and metabolism, how to balance it, and the power of walking and slowing down.

37:21 - Gluten is one topic full of misinformation and misunderstandings; Erin explains what it really is, why it causes so many problems to people.

42:51 - We tackle a relevant topic: Is there a relationship between packed goods and our health problems, and how do we listen to our biofeedback and balance it.

44:30 - We wrap up the conversation by congratulating Erin on the opening of Masterlab, the fantastic recipes, and the philosophy behind everything.

QUOTES: "I'm also really passionate about cutting through a lot of the misinformation out there." "This very special time to connect over food." "Find a balance that works for your body." "It's important to get to know your own body so you can actually be your own expert." "It should always come back to what feels best for your body." "If we are under extreme stress, our metabolism constraints itself." "It's about learning your own body and not arbitrarily cutting something out because you heard it could be poison." "What is the quality of the food you're eating." "I love being able to combine holistic nutrition principles, and the way our food fuels us can be medicinal, healing, performance-enhancing with delicious recipes."  

MENTIONED: Masterlab - Website Erin Smandych - Website @erinsmandychnutrition - Facebook @erinsmandych - Instagram 

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: https://www.carriedoll.co/t - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest today, Bryan Mudryk, was a colleague when I was on CTV and hopefully a friend for life, but, I have to confess I've always been intrigued by him and his stories. You may know him from his work as a sports anchor; his career exploded quickly delivering comments for some of the most important events such as The Curling Championship of the World, hockey games, and the Olympic Games. He powerfully honors his roots, curling is his passion, his family is his everything, and he raised almost 2 million dollars for cancer research. ...Why? He lives every day at its fullest because, at a very young age, his health was defied by cancer, not once but twice, and later on in his life cancer took his best friends. I want to welcome my dear friend Bryan Mudryk to The Inner Circle. Let's dig in!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

8:55 - We start with how life was growing up in a "small town", and the strong bond his family has.

14:12 - Bryan describes how and what put him on the path to broadcast journalism that aligned with his passions.

15:37 - Going back to one of the most challenging times in his life, Bryan remembers what it was like to be 16 and get diagnosed with cancer.

22:56 - He takes us back to the second cancer diagnosis, what it was like to sit in the hospital to wait, what got him through it, and the reality of reliving such a challenging time.

29:22 - After leaving the hospital, Bryan was a new person, and so was his mindset. 36:43 - Bryan details how and why he got a dog!

38:02 - When someone is going through difficult times, many people do not know what to say or how to act, Bryan gives his advice on what people really need during that time.

41:55 - We take a moment to honor Bryan's golf tournament and the 2 million dollars he raised for cancer research, he says what it was like to live such an incredible moment.

47:48 - The loss of his brother was one of the worst experiences Bryan had to go through; he describes the emotions he felt when he got the news that his brother was battling cancer.

53:30 - We talk about the mental health journey someone goes through after a life-changing event, the importance and massive impact of sharing one's story, and deliver a positive point of view.

57:00 - Bryan tells us what life is like living his dream in Toronto, what his plans are for the future, what is on the horizon in his personal life, and finally he shares a view of what we need to keep in mind during these crazy times.

QUOTES: "I had a good place to be a kid and grow up." "My glass is half full ...unless there's red wine, then it's usually empty." "I just remember my parents were crying in the room and I knew it was serious." "If you don't have a sense of humor coming out of that, you are not going to make it." "I wanted to get back to work; I wanted to feel normal, and I wanted to do what I loved." "The waiting around and not knowing is horrific." "To feel as normal as possible." "They wouldn't want you to grieve." "Be kind to yourself and give yourself permission to grieve." "Find a way to laugh every day."

MENTIONED: @bryanmudryktsn - Instagram @BryanMudryk - Twitter

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: https://www.carriedoll.co/t - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How many of us have trouble finding joy these days? We are all going to have tough days as we navigate through this COVID crisis. ...But what if I told you that everything is figureoutable? Today's guest is an expert in bringing joy. She recently finished a book named "Bring the Joy" (comes out May 26, 2020) because she knows the world needs to hear this message, especially during these difficult times. She believes that we can bring joy to death, and to a time like this. Before you roll your eyes; trust me, she lived it. After losing her son, she decided that she would stop wasting time and get moving on her big dreams. Her incredible journey and message teach us to "use pain as rocket fuel to create amazing change", and she is here to help us find joy starters amid all this uncertainty. She is a keynote speaker, published author, philanthropist, fashionista and all-around kickass woman and mom. It's a pleasure to have the one and only Jessica Janzen joining us in The Inner Circle. So let's bring joy!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

7:35 - We start with Jessica's incredible story, and the learnings she gained through the loss of her child. A wound of this magnitude is enormous for anyone; so finding joy becomes the mission.

24:00 - After a hard emotional rollercoaster, Jessica shares the details of the incident, and how she found the strength and joy in a moment at the funeral of her honorable son.

29:02 - We go back to when Jessica was in high school, where she lived through a powerful but dark moment, but she had someone to protect her and help her get through that moment.

30:45 - Even after so much pain, there was a joy for Jessica and her husband, as their new daughter was born, and they were able to start again.

35:00 - Jessica reveals how her "joy career" unfolded and the fundraising process around it, the events she created to grow the movement, and how it became a business.

44:00 - We turn to the other passions Jessica's business made, the struggle to grow them, the freedom that allowed her to build the foundation, and the origin of "joy starters".

50:36 - She explains the mindset wire that allowed her to become so "insane" to progress in life, and how she got to use all this crazy goodness to do good in the world.

52:40 - We are all going through different levels of pain in our lives, but Jessica teaches how to use pain as rocket fuel to better ourselves.

QUOTES: "Here's what your mission is, stay on this path, and you will have a great life." "There wasn't a solution to figure it out; it was how we're going to figure out how to make his death amazing." "We are going to do this with joy, and we are going to honor our son's life." "We literally had been given the gift of time saying, you don't have a lot of it so use it well." "There is no roadmap for grief; every day is different." "Because you lost your life, I found mine." "We wanted to encourage people just to move their bodies." "I know I have to use what I'm given."

MENTIONED: Pre-sale campaign for the book: Bring The Joy Love for Lewiston - Website Jessica Janzen - Website @Jessica Janzen Olstad - Facebook @thejessicajanzen - Instagram @Jessica Janzen Olstad - Youtube @Jessica Janzen - LinkedIn

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: https://www.carriedoll.co/ - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After the COVID outbreak and everything strange happening around it, I think it's safe to say that all of us would benefit from some laughter in our lives, after all, it is the best medicine. My guest today knows all about the importance of laughter as she discovered its power. Through countless trials and tribulations, Candy left her career as a hard-working lawyer and followed her passion for being a comedian. She has also been deeply affected by the crisis as all of her bookings have been cancelled, and now she is trying to map out a new normal as we all are. Sit back and enjoy the free show, the insights, and the hilarity throughout this conversation! I'm so glad to welcome the one and only Candy Palmater to The Inner Circle. Let's dig in!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

7:54 - We start with Candy's powerful story, and the learnings she gained throughout her journey. The power of knowing what you want and how to get it.

19:24 - After her first show ––and a standing ovation from the multitude––, Candy knew what her gift to the world was, she stepped away from law and started her new journey.

22:47 - Candy's father suffered from extreme alcoholism until one painful incident occurred, after that he decided to quit for good and become a better person and father. 

29:11 - Being indigenous can be a challenge; racism can emerge from anyone, even your family; but Candy was able to manage it and honor her roots.

33:05 - One of the most challenging things Candy had to do was recognizing who she really was and having the strength to leave her toxic boyfriend. Fortunately, it was one of the best decisions she made as she found a new partner and a more suitable connection to help her through tough situations.

40:37 - After so many hard circumstances, her comedy career exploded as she even got her TV show, Candy shares her experience and journey.

51:46 - Fast forward to today, Candy describes what her future looks like, what are her upcoming projects and dreams to accomplish.

QUOTES: "She is going to be a wonderment in the world." "When you are raised being told that, it's such a gift." "Life should turn you on in some way." "When I was still a lawyer, I started telling people I was a comedian, and I had never told a joke in public before... And I was 32 years old." "Maybe your job is to be a bridge." "You have to learn to love what is good for you." "It was a beautiful moment to look at my siblings and say she was there when we all took our first breath, and we were all here when she took her last." "You have to be your own best salesperson." "It has to end because I have to be open now for the next chapter." "Understand there are a lot of missteps along the way, there're a lot of fallings down, but the point of it is to figure out what is success for you." "Don't sit down on your couch and wonder; you got to try it!" “Whatever it is that tickles your funny bone, you need to look for that right now.”

MENTIONED: The Candy Show | Entertainment by Candy Palmater - Website @TheCandyShow - Twitter @The Candy Show - Facebook @TheCandyShow - Youtube @thecandyshow - Instagram @CandyPalmater - LinkedIn

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: https://www.carriedoll.co/t - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @CarrieDoll - LinkedIn

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's guest Mandy Trapp has spent nearly 20 years studying and teaching mindfulness and meditation. "A new world is being born; we need only to remember our source". This phrase by Deepak Chopra stopped me in my tracks and got me thinking a lot about our new reality and the million-dollar question on everyone's mind... What is the world going to look like pos-COVID? As a student of Dr. Deepak Chopra, Mandy Trapp learned how to blend ancient wisdom with modern science and integrated the teachings back into her own life, as a busy mom of 3. Her goal is to empower others by bringing them back to themselves and support them to seek the meaning in their suffering while using their struggles as a means for connection rather than disconnection. It's a pleasure to have Mandy Trapp joining us at The Inner Circle to give us an insightful answer to this uncertain matter. Let's start!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

05:30 - We start discussing the lessons Mandy learned from working with Deepak Chopra, what it meant to her and her perspective of his phrase.

10:07 - In the middle of a negative conversation around the COVID-19 crisis, Mandy offers us a positive reflection and an opportunity to examine.

21:18 - Mandy gives her viewpoint of what we should try to do individually at this unfamiliar time.

23:23 - By figuring out who she is, Mandy understood what she wanted to do and leaped faithfully into meditation. 

29:42 - Mandy shares the essential milestones throughout her journey; making leaps of faith that would move her closer to her goals and what felt right in her heart.

40:25 - When Mandy opened her meditation studio, many people were against it and even told her she was crazy. She responded by creating a successful business even though she had to deal with a massive health challenge.

54:42 - After one of the most beautiful reflections of vulnerability, Mandy shares why and where the strength came from to overcome the challenge.

QUOTES: "You should treat every day like it was your first day on the planet, with the wonderment, the curiosity of a child." "We need to understand that we get to consciously create the world we step back into." "You get to look at what is everything that is really working for me in my life." "We have to get rid of the parts of us that don't fit anymore, and to be comfortable with that leap." "I gained a lot of new friends and connections that felt so much more true." "I kept thinking about this woman who went through last year's training; she is a physician from Kuwait and the day after she left the training she was flying back, and she said, “I want you to know that I am going to be teaching this meditation to all of the patients and physician at the hospital." "We thought long and hard about how we serve our community, how can we help people who don't know where to go due to stress, anxiety, depression ...and that's when we had the idea." "Pay attention and check things a little bit more quickly." "How can you not see that this is an opportunity to love more deeply and to be more grateful." "I believe that everybody wants the truth of who they are and really be seen."

MENTIONED: https://www.lifestylemeditation.com/ - Website @MandyTrapp - Twitter @MandyTrapp - Facebook @mandytrapp - Instagram @MandyTrapp - LinkedIn

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: https://www.carriedoll.co/ - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From economies collapsing to not being able to spend time with your family, friends or colleagues; the crisis created by COVID-19 is precarious, it doesn't seem to have a near end, and it is creating a lot of questions along its path. Lucky for us, today we have a full female powerhouse capable of delivering the answers we so desperately need. She was the 9th Deputy Prime Minister of Canada and a remarkable woman who is still fiercely plugged-in to the workings of the Government. ...She extraordinarily knows what she talks about. It's an honor to have Anne McLellan joining us at The Inner Circle, where we'll dive deep all things related to COVID-19, the world as it exists today, how will we come out of it, and the role of Government guiding us through it all. Let's start with it!

WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:

16:53 - We start with Anne's perspective on the COVID crisis and the impact it is having on the world, and what she would compare it to.

20:48 - She talks of the pressure the Government and the systems have to give an accurate solution, and what they are doing to reduce the impact.

28:00 - Anne opines about the criticism that the Government is receiving for how they are handling the crisis and the measures used to control the infected.

39:35 - With the virus mutating, it could mean that the infection could be in our lives for the next few years. Anne describes how the world pos-COVID could look like, and how we will have to evolve.

45:53 - We compare and analyze the Canadian response vs the American response to COVID-19.

53:52 - When the US-Canada border was shut down, it was a rude awakening for us about the intensity of the situation. Anne describes what will it take ––and when–– to reopen it.

58:46 - The airline business is one industry that is being tremendously impacted; we explore what their reality may look like during this emergency.

1:03:36 - The oil market is another industry suffering because of the crisis. Anne explains what it means to Canada that an oil barrel that costs 25 dollars –or less–.

1:11:23 - Anne comment on how will the world crisis change how we do work, and if there is any good coming from this situation.

QUOTES: "This is a new experience for almost all of us." "It is pretty frightening when all a sudden, you don't have any customers." "To the people who'd been laid off, how do we get them enough resources." "We all need to pull together; this is about doing what we can all do in the best interest of all Canadians." "We have a social responsibility to each other, to keep each other safe." "To the people who are angry, it is actually all up to us, if we social distance, if we do what we are being asked to do, we will get through this a lot faster." "We are only as strong as the weakest link when it's an infectious disease." "People will be just a little skeptical about whether they want to take this chance with their health." "Technology will drive what the new industries look like." "After the crisis, ...we need to be careful with self-isolation." "I hope this doesn't make us more distant from our neighbors." "Human beings are amazingly resilient."

MENTIONED: https://www.annemclellan.com/ - Website @DalChancellor - Twitter

JOURNEY INTO THE INNER CIRCLE: https://www.carriedoll.co/t - Website @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @Carrie Doll - YouTube @carriedollconsulting - Instagram

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Exploring COVID-19, Business & Women's Leadership, Janet Riopel joins us in The Inner Circle. It seems like we're living in our modern version of WW2; evidently, the COVID-19 crisis is very different but way maybe worse. The impact in the global economy has been astronomical in just a few weeks. Is there a silver lining? We need perspective on this and my guest today certainly provides it! She is the President and CEO of the EDMONTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. She has deep roots in our community and considerable experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.  She is also the inspiring mom of two children and four amazing grandchildren. I have the utmost respect for this women, and I'm honored to call her my friend. Let's dive in.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

7:26 - We start with Janet's thoughts about the COVID-19 crisis. "Overwhelmed" was how she described it. Beginning with the pre-factors and how the crisis slowly grew.

10:33 - Janet answers from her business perspective, "How bad is COVID-19 hurting businesses around the world?".

13:25 - She also talks about which businesses are "immune" to the crisis, who are doing "fine" and which are just hanging by a thread.

16:46 - We discuss what other things could businesses do to survive, plus Janet shared fantastic advice and opportunities to take. Additionally, what will be the impact on stay-in-home businesses.

21:01 - If someone lost their job, and decided to follow a passion or dream - Is this the right moment? Janet gives us her point of view.

24:57 - She further answers another frightening question... "How bad is this (COVID-19 crisis) going to get?"

28:15 - Janet gives us a glimpse of how she entered the business world and how she was able to climb so quickly. 

31:20 - She also talks about Women's Leadership and "seeing herself as a woman in business." The challenges, the value of being a female, the skillset and things she did to set herself apart.

40:07 - There are a lot of mistakes women make when looking for leadership roles or climbing the ladder. Janet provides us with exceptional advice, and what is the worst thing to do.

49:50 - Finally, Janet shares with us the #1 thing that she has learned throughout all these years.

Quotes: "It seems like this pandemic is very similar to those times right now." "They are trying really hard to maintain some sense of stability or control and calm, in a very chaotic atmosphere." "Nobody thinks this is going to happen." "Businesses are just looking for help." "You spend a lot of time with the people you work with, those people are your family, and you wanna make sure that they are whole." "Take advantage --of the free knowledge-- of that, if there's some time to sit back and think, it's a luxury." "Look at these times as times that you have to be very conscious of how you conduct yourself and what you do, to try to give back to your community. It will matter to you." "I would just run right after it ...I could jump in that hole, and somehow someone would reach out." "Women often have to do the job well before they are recognized for doing the job." "Get involved in clubs cause they make everything more meaningful for you." "If this is my last career stop, ...I'll tell you I really feel like I made a difference in this world."

Mentioned: https://globalcitiescouncil.ca/team/janet-riopel/ - Website @Janet M. Riopel - LinkedIn @Janet Riopel - Facebook @edmontonchamber - Instagram 

Journey Into the Inner Circle: https://www.carriedoll.co/podcast @CarrieADoll - Twitter @Carrie Doll - Facebook @carriedollconsulting - Instagram

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we have an exceptional guest joining us in The Inner Circle; his job is to change lives. It's an honor to introduce Mike House; he is the President and CEO of the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation, committed to funding excellence at the Stollery Children's Hospital and children's health priorities. The Foundation's vision is "to give kids the best chance at a long and healthy life". Over the past seven years, he has raised over $170 million towards children's health in Alberta. With more than 50 workers and 100,000 donors giving annually to the cause, the Foundation raises over $32 million annually in support of this vision by graciously asking for money, saying thank you, and sharing the impact donors make towards improving children's health in Alberta, Canada. He loves being a fundraiser and story-teller and lives his motto "build the uncommon bridge", every day. 

Let's dig in! What You'll Hear in This Episode:

0:33 - I remember when I was a medical reporter at CTV News, I got to witness life-changing stories, but there was one that stood out. I saw life in its rawest form.

4:41 - Introducing our guest, he embodies voluntarism, community support and the beauty of human spirit.

7:19 - Mike shares his unmanageable story and why it's so essential for him to help others in need.

14:02 - Since an early age, Mike knew what his objective was; it became his sole goal to make it real. He knew the odds of failure, but he bet on himself because he understood the impact it could bring to the world.

16:57 - Mike's dream job was to help anyone he could; the objective was simple, to manage the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation. Mike created a plan and took action toward it.

20:00 - His plan succeeded, Mike took over the Foundation and led to expansion, he managed to raise more money than anyone before, resulting in allowing the Hospital to dream big and provide the level of care regular hospitals can't deliver.

22:40 - Dealing with kids is very different from dealing with adults, so he focused on "Family-Centred Care", gathering the techniques and equipment necessary to do so.

26:10 - One of the upcoming projects for Mike and the Foundation is to help children with sensory issues, create a space where they can release their stress and anxiety. 

30:38 - Hospitals need the Foundation to create the necessary experiences and fill the gap to get to the next level. By helping the children when they need to and how they need it, we can save time and money in the future, allowing them to create a healthier and happier population.

34:00 - Mike tells us a bit about what his daily work is and the effects generated in him by helping society. 36:14 - Each year, there are more volunteers to help the Foundation; they had become an army. Over 2000+ people are actively involved, all ages, all shapes, all communities trying to make a difference. 

38:00 - Mike talks about the power of women, the different programs focus on delivering an amazing experience for the children and their parents, and the world-changing results we can create. #Girlpower.

46:07: Mike shares the lessons he is most proud of, and the situations that have resonated with him the most.

Quotes: "It's your community, if you want to be great, you have to contribute". "Those residual things become part of who you are, physically, emotionally, intellectually; they are the motivators to overcome". "I would never ever wish that anything had happened differently because I am a better person because of what I went through". "When you take that length it changes your perspective on what you would do". "We can convince the community that this is a worthwhile, important cause, that we'll set kids up to be great healthy adults in the future". "We do things around the hospital to take care not just the patient, not just the child but the whole (family) unit". "Children don't have a grey area, they are black or white; either they are happy, or they're sad, and if they are sad, they are not motivated to get out of bed and get better. They don't understand why it's important, but if you can get them to play, if you can get them excited about healing, you can actually speed up the process to go home sooner".

Mentioned: https://www.stollerykids.com/ LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/mike-house-mba-icd-d-b066062 Facebook - @stollerykids Instagram - @Stollery Kids Twitter - @mikebungalow

Journey Into the Inner Circle: https://www.carriedoll.co/podcast @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the midst of a dramatic change in our world, challenged with the spread of COVID-19. If your head is spinning and you find yourself thinking... “is this real life?”, I’m with you 100%. We all need help during this unprecedented time. We need help, perspective, connection and most importantly, community. We need to lean in and lean on each other in every way. So today, bringing back a special guest by popular demand Dr. Jody Carrington, a clinical psychologist who is amazing when it comes time to guide children and families through difficult times. Not to mention a best-selling author! Jody shares her perspective as a leader navigating through uncharted, unprecedented times with COVID-19 and how getting through hard things as humans, is not unprecedented. Let's get started. 

What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Jody talks about what a normal reaction would be as an adult in times like these, to essentially working our way through the swamp and expecting to deal with the worst whilst focusing on being ok. Understanding how kids will be reacting in response to COVID-19 and how to respond to them. This is a time where we have to do things differently. From physically washing of the hands to understanding kids on an emotional level. She speaks on how much is too much when it comes to talking about the current pandemic and the criticalness of having hard conversations with your children and paying attention to their behaviors. Jody shares the 3 magic words for effective communication and the importance of holding space for listening. Discussing home-schooling - The why behind all the panic mothers had when they heard the schools were shutting down, the gift of some of the biggest things kids will learn from this is how to regulate emotion and how to stay connected when hard things come. She expresses that it's ok to accept that other people are better with your children and the reason why we actually have the institute of education. Jody shares her opinion on the upcoming transition where educators are serving our communities to teach on an online platform. 

Structuring your kid's day: Doing the best you can with what you got VS routine and predictability. We share the true admiration and love we have for all of the teachers/educators working around the clock to help our kids progress with education At the heart of Jody's teachings, she dives into reconnection. A glimpse of what this brave new world looks like in the light of social distancing and the importance of collecting before directing. How we serve each other in hard times and doing great things in our communities. Lastly, In difficult and challenging times, how to reframe our thinking and finding ourselves in a place of gratitude. 

Quotes: “There is nothing normal when you don't have a script for it.” “We are wired to do great things and we can only do so if we stay connected.” “How we stay grounded is not an end game.” “You cannot give something you've never received.” “When you feel out of control, what's the first thing you want to do? Get control.” “Some of the biggest things kids will learn from this is how to regulate emotion and how to stay connected when hard things come.” “What is so interesting is that we are in this situation, globally.” “We are in a fight with something that doesn't have a race, religion, non-partisan. It has nothing that goes It VS Them. This is a human race against something that we can't see. Are we in it together?” “Your responsibility is to be as kind as you can in this possible moment and think about other people first. You do it, we will survive.” “You got to collect before you direct” “What a gift this time is” “You gotta do your very best to stay connected in this hard time and see your kid's behavior as not attention-seeking but connection seeking.” 

Mentioned: http://www.drjodycarrington.com/ https://twitter.com/JodyCarrington https://www.instagram.com/drjodycarrington 

Journey Into the Inner Circle: https://www.carriedoll.co/podcast @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jason Gregor is a sports talk radio host on TSN 1260 in Edmonton weekdays from 2-6 p.m. He began his radio career in 2001 after graduating with honours from NAIT’s Radio and Television Arts program, and he has hosted his own sports talk show since 2003. In 2005, he started his own broadcasting company, Just A Game Productions, and he operates every aspect of his show: on-air, sales, marketing and promotions.

In addition to his daily talk show he is the lead columnist on OilersNation.com.

Besides being an avid sports enthusiast, Jason is very passionate about philanthropy and community involvement. Over the past eight years he has raised over $2 million on his radio show for charities including, The MS Bike Tour, Santas Anonymous, The Christmas Bureau, Alzheimer’s Faceoff, Operation Friendship Seniors Society, Adopt-A-Teen and many more.

He founded The Gregor Foundation in 2014. The Foundation provides high school boys, who can’t afford it, a brand new suit, shirt, ties and shoes for their graduation.

Jason was named a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary International in 2014 and was named one of Edmonton’s Top 40 under 40 in 2011. He was listed as Edmonton’s favorite sports host by Vue Magazine in 2011-2019 and he was the reader’s choice for top radio talk show host in the Edmonton Journal in 2014-2018.

In this episode, Jason details his relationship with his father, how a book changed his outlook, his relationship with his own children, and more.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we have a very special guest joining us in The Inner Circle. Stephen Petasky is the founder of the Luxus Group, he is my best friend and husband, and we both are very excited to share our journey of how we conquered the 75 Hard Challenge together. From the tough lessons, to the health wins, to the new habits we'll be implementing in our lives, you will not want to miss this. Let's dig in!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

2:25 - Carrie and Stephen introduce us to "75 Hard Challenge" that seeks to be more than just a physical change, but a mental transformation. 

3:52 - He describes the 5 pieces of the challenge, how and why it works, and the changes it derives in ourselves.

9:32 - You don't know what you don't know when you are getting into this. The 75 Hard Challenge takes us to a whole new place, where we won't know what will make us feel.

11:30 - We recall the first Friday night of the challenge, we hadn't had any alcohol in days, it was very cold, but we went out to walk. The power and connection it created just by replacing some habits with others better for us were so impactful.

13:16 - By simply introducing walking into our regime, it helped us in our growth and development. 

15:22 - Stephen talks to us about his goal of improving our brain health, the 3 pillars for everyone to improve and how these changes affect us.

21:00 - Stephen describes the power of sleep, the circadian rhythm, and, the healing and recovery effect it has upon us.

26:25 - We talk about the importance of melatonin for going deep sleeping, and how to use our hormones to our success.

27:55 - We further explore the changes of resetting our "set point", what it is, and how to take advantage of it.

31:45 - We continue with the nutritional part of the interview, you'll be amazed by what type of food is critical for your health.

35:58 - A big area for us to improve was gut health, what type of biotics we introduced to our lives and the resulting differences in our bodies that had been incredible.

39:58 - We discuss hormone health and the battle it has been in our lives, the changes we did and the phenomenal result.

42:33 - Finally, we talk about what are the "new habits" we'll keep implementing in our lives. Don't miss out. 

Quotes: "I think there's enough garbage out there about weight loss journeys and that where people yo-yo diet and don't achieve the health goals that they want". "That was the moment where I understood that I can do a lot more than I think I can". "It was the behavior, the habit of having it just the sake of having it versus replacing that behavior or habit with luck". "What we found was our habit of drinking wine to reconnect was replaced by a new habit of going for walks together, and it benefited us in countless ways". "When you're done sleeping, don't let the alarm snooze (and stress you)". "If you have to wake naturally, just get up when you wake up naturally". "The blue light that's emitted from your phone blocks the production of melatonin when you are sleeping". "Your body fights to be at a specific weight that you are pre-programmed to be at". "No matter what, during the day take something green, get your micronutrients during the day". "You have to support your partner in this journey".

Mentioned: https://luxusgroup.com/ @stephenpetasky - Twitter @stephenpetasky - Instagram @Stephen Petasky - Facebook Resources: -Shawn Stevenson - Sleep Smarter. https://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Smarter-Essential-Strategies-Success-ebook/dp/B019G14UQI -Jonathan Bailor - The Setpoint Diet. https://www.amazon.com.mx/Setpoint-Diet-21-Day-Program-Permanently/dp/0316483834

Journey Into the Inner Circle: https://www.carriedoll.co/podcast @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

They lived a nightmare and navigated challenges that we can't even imagine. I'm humbled that Lynne Rosychuk has stepped into The Inner Circle. We'll share the story of an incredible and courageous mother and her painful yet inspiring journey. This story needs to be heard and shared all around the world. Today we'll dig into the harsh reality of domestic violence. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Jessica Martel and all women that suffer from abuse. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

2:28 - Lynne explains her life project -Jessie's House-, the dream is to build an emergency home for individuals and families fleeing domestic violence. An amazing place for anyone.

3:42 - We start with the beginning of Jessie's story. A soul who loved people, and never thought twice to help anyone in need.

5:48 - The beginning of the end. Lynne shares the start of the relationship that would put her on a devastating path.

11:38 - Lynne talks about her relationship with James. 

18:15 - Lynne takes us back when things were getting worse and worse. There was a safety plan, but all went wrong.

24:03 - Lynne opens up about what life has been after Jessie passed away, she became the mother of her grandchildren, and attempts to help them overcome what happened and be themselves again.

32:14 - The psychiatrist told Lynne that the kids were beyond her help, they could be dangerous, so she had to make a decision and take action to help them out.

40:48 - People felt her pain, empathized with her and wanted to help her continue in life.

43:37 - Lynne talks about the dream of making Jessie's House a reality, and what to do if you want to be part of Jessie's and Lynne's story.

Quotes: "Abusers have a really good way to talk themselves out of bad situations". "We really tried to be supportive of him so he wouldn't be harsh on Jessica". "Only 50% of domestic violence is reported because most often women aren't believed or there's nowhere they can go, they become homeless". "The psychiatrist kept saying that we should abandon the kids to children services, that that would be their best chance for getting the proper services". "Community is key". "The simplest gestures go a long way". Domestic abuse is wrong at any level. I urge you to not cause it, and if you suffer it... Please take action and get help.

Mentioned: https://jessicamartelmemorialfoundation.com/ Journey Into the Inner Circle: https://www.carriedoll.co/podcast @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram @Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's special guest Chau Lui is stepping into the Inner Circle. Her company Paris Jewellers' purpose is to be known as Canada’s most Customer-Centric retail jewelry brand. They had a dream, to move from Vietnam to Canada to create a better life. Today Chau and Trang carry the vision and legacy of the Paris Jewellers luxury brand with 25 locations across four provinces, employing over 230 people. She has lived and learned everything about the family business, so you don't want to miss this episode! Their goal is to ensure each customer feels happy about every purchase they make by bringing together people who love what they do with products that bring people happiness.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

1:59 - Their journey began when Chau's parents decided to emigrate from Vietnam to Canada in a search for a better life. Her parents got a job to support them until the opportunity came when they got a job at a jewelry store.

4:47 - Chau remembers when she was young and seeing her parents work a lot, they had to support the store, help the customer and do the work.

9:39 - Chau started helping at the store at 15; when helping customers she loved the process and the fun, she learned what her clients needed and delivered.

11:20 - She recalls when her parents' business was growing and had the opportunity to open the second store, they took it even when the store was an hour and a half away from their home.

14:12 - When it was time for her to fully enter the business, Chau wanted to know the business from top to bottom, so she started in reception and worked through every single aspect and department in the company. Learning was the only goal.

16:37 - 2010 was the most challenging year for them, they opened 5 new stores in different provinces, in the process they failed to connect with their customers due to the speed of the expansion and the amount of work needed to open each store, but also learned a lot about how to scale their business. 

22:03 - Chau recognized that the company required a connection, so she made a decision: Don't say yes to anything until they went back to their values, beliefs, vision, mission and build a strong foundation. After they figured it out, Chau and her sister implemented the training in all of their stores.

29:53 - Chau explains her relationship with her sibling, the company, and how they work so perfectly together.

35:09 - She also recalls when she had kids, how it changed her life, how it influenced the growth of the company.

38:00 - Chau reveals some of the lessons she learned during her entrepreneurial journey, and how she tackled it.

40:17 - One of the most important activities that Chau does with her family and in her company is the practice of gratitude, and how it has been a game-changer.

43:21 - Another essential practice for Chau is time management, how she can have time for two kids, 25 stores, head office, and the company. The importance of being clear with her and the company goals, and how to achieve them.

Quotes: "My parents didn't know English, so when customers would come in, they would pull a dictionary and that's how they communicate and translate with customers." "I remember growing up, we would always try to help, we would make the sales sign with a marker, and they would put it up in the store." "Nothing in life worth having is going to be free, you have to work hard for it." "When we are pointing the finger at somebody else, we are actually pointing three at ourselves." "Having values really determines who we hire, who we work with." "It is our responsibility to ensure people are set up to win at their jobs". "If you are going to do something, do it with grace, do it with kindness and just work really hard". "We're a team doing this together and when you are a group of people you just go so much further, so much faster". "I measured my worth as a leader by how many people liked me".

Mentioned: Instagram - @parisjewellerscanada@chautlui FB - ParisJewellers Website - https://parisjewellers.ca/ Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Losing your dad to cancer at 17 to finding a lump in your breast at 21, feeling completely lost in life, finding your purpose in life, and transforming the lives of thousands with your work. What a journey! Today's special guest, Kacie Rainey is stepping into our Inner Circle to tell her tale. S

he specializes in 3D hyper-realism, certified in "paramedical micro-pigmentation specialist" who works with the best doctors fighting breast cancer. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Kacie recalls her raw life and talks about how the pain to purpose ratio lead her into her growth path. Her passion for entrepreneurship and helping others was given to her by her dad. He was a go-getter, he was highly respected in the business world based on his kindness and willingness to give everyone a chance, and her role model.

She talks about when she was bullied in school, how it has changed today with cellphones and Social Media, how it impacts the lives of everyone and her process of taking pain from different areas of her life and letting them go until she could say them without crying. As her father's strength weakened, he gathered his courage and guided the family into peacefulness and taught her the importance of union, braveness, and change. Every year her dad used to write a letter to everyone in the family, right until the last week before he passed, he updated the "last letter" and read it to them. Kacie explains her formula for success, mindset plus practice is what will transform your life, and how to achieve it. After Business School Kacie didn't know what direction to go until she got her "A-HA" moment when she stopped looking for it.

Quotes: ”Life is a privilege, each day is a privilege, do right by others, treat people how you would like to be treated, always give more than you’ll ever take in life, but lead by example”. ”Your purpose comes from a place from taking pain and turning it into a purpose”. "Grief can just set up in your heart and sit there until you choose to unlock it". "He read his letter, and it was the most beautiful pain you'll ever experience in your life because you got to have that moment with that person". "It wasn't closure, it was a send-off back into the world". "Your body is just matter and your soul is what carries on". "When you know your purpose, you don't even question it, you just do it".

Mentioned: @kacierainey Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you have ever questioned what true freedom really looks like? Then you are in for a treat. This week’s guest is Marianne Cantwell. Marianne has been helping entrepreneurs get out of the 9 to 5 race, create a life they love while still paying the bills! She helps entrepreneurs reach freedom. Her book “Be a Free Range Human” makes an important question… Are you living or are you surviving? So if you don't fit the norm, and you want to create something for yourself, this episode will blow your expectations! What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Marianna describes how to “design” your career and future, giving a powerful insight into how she did it. Discusses her book which focuses on finding your "really right direction", quitting your job, and growing your own thing that fits the life you want and your personality! Marianne also has a TedX called "The hidden power of not always fitting in". She originally grew up in Australia, but her parents were from different countries since childhood she always struggled with fitting in anywhere, and how it affected her confidence and self-love. Marianne expresses how someone gave her a chance, how it pushed her beyond her comfort zone, it was the first time she felt confident. It was her fuel.

She shares how she founded and gathered her creativity. Creativeness + free-range projects allowed her to find her passions and increase her confidence. How self-awareness enabled Marianne to tap into who she really was, and what she wanted. Marianna talks about her self-discovery process and answers how to stop being stuck. How she unlocked her dream life and took action into it.

Quotes: "You DON'T have to be this super confident person, you just have to find the place in which you can be confident and the way you can be confident". "I've done free-range projects where I could try things out". "Just because you have the opportunity to take that big job, doesn't mean you have to take it, you can say now that options field, but that's not who I wanted to be". "Try things you liked when you were younger and ask yourself what is something you left behind because it doesn't count anymore or because it is silly". "My dream now is to have a life where I feel like I'm doing what I like every day". "Real freedom is the freedom to dance with the changes that will come in your way".

Mentioned: @freerangemarianne Freerangehumans.com Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s guest Mozhdah has a story so inspiring that she is now named as the “Oprah of Afghanistan”, by individuals like Barack and Michelle Obama as well as Ms. Winfrey herself. She joins the inner circle to share her astonishing journey of fleeing to Canada during a civil war in Afghanistan for a better life to becoming an international singer to a ground-breaking television show “The Mozhdah Show”. She’s risked everything in order to express herself—along with the deepest hopes of inspiring and empowering women across the planet.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Mozhdah recalls growing up in a time of civil war in Afghanistan, what she experienced living in the middle of a war zone. The moment her family was forced to flee the country, in fear of her father being captured for speaking out against communism and seeking exile in Canada. Mozhdah shares her struggles with integrating with the new environment, learning English and dealing with racism and being inspired by Oprah Winfrey. Being inspired by her father and eager to spread her message, she became a singer and released a song called “Afghan girl”, a protest song reminding people about women who have played such a huge role in history and in society in Afghanistan which then became a hit record. Mozhdah shares how combining manifestation and her mission of empowerment led her to sing in front of then-President Obama and the first lady in the White House on International Women's Day. She details being the first Afghani woman to brave death threats in order to host her own talk show and cover sensitive subjects impacting Afghani women and children The importance of respecting yourself as a strong woman and how social media is the most powerful tool for women to speak up and share their message with the world.

Quotes: “When you have power over your mind, you can do anything. Just take control.” “You know what, If I am to make a difference I have to put shyness away.” “Nobody will fight for you. You have to fight for yourself. And as women, we have to fight for ourselves.” “Be as confident as you are, everybody is beautiful and everybody is capable of anything if they focus on their own selves, their love, interests, and their passions.” “A lot of people care about what other people think about them, and a lot of people live for other people either to please other people or to show other people. And I say, live for yourself. Do what makes you happy, be your own individual, and don't care what anyone else thinks about you.”

Mentioned: @officialmozhdah Voice of Rebellion - Book Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sheila O’Kelly is an amazing leader, mother, and cancer survivor who set a new high standard in sports, leading a team that secured the ITU rights to stage the World Championships in Triathlon in Edmonton in 2001 which was judged as the “best ever World Championship.”. This volunteer extraordinaire is now the President of World Triathlon Series in Edmonton where the city will also be hosting the Grande Final in 2020. She talks about overcoming adversity with a “don’t take no for an answer” mindset and how having a community that takes ownership through honesty truly creates positive everlasting impact.

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Sheila shares her view as an immigrant, forced to go out of her own way to make friends and surrogate families because she didn’t have her real family near to becoming a community builder and taking on massive projects as a volunteer. Sharing her secret keys to success for community building and event planning. How in 2001, she managed to gather 900 volunteers to support the Triathlon World Championship in Edmonton. She openly talks about raising children while traveling, being part of the triathlon world championship, and finding out how her husband had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2013. How Sheila created a triathlon program for elementary schools. Helping almost 10,000 kids go through that program to date and aims to work with Universities to reach Triathlon as a core sport. Sheila shares a tough period in 2017, where a pimple on her nose became life-threatening as she discovered it was precancerous, undergoing treatment and eventually beating cancer. Thanks to Sheila, the ITU is bringing back the World Championship back to Alberta for 2020. She shares this year’s focus and the importance of getting families involved in triathlon for the development of the sport and highlighting the fun side.

Quotes: “Triathlon had some kind of lure. It was a fun thing so I thought, let's do this!” “I think that is key to being successful as an immigrant and in a community, is getting involved in the community and just having that comradery and the people with you are like-minded and want to do the same things. This is what makes your life richer.” “A family that tries together, stays together.” “They do feel like family because all of those volunteers were like your ambassadors. Some of our volunteers turned in triathletes.” “Community engagement is critical, and however you identify your communities, for what you are doing, they have to be part of your journey.”

Mentioned: Sheila O’Kelly sheilaokelly1 Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook Please rate, review and follow the podcast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thordis Elva is an Icelandic playwright, speaker, and author who embraces the power of her voice and uses it to advocate for women’s rights and gender equality. This week, she joins the Inner Circle to share the incident of sexual abuse that impacted her life and forever changed the course of her life. She talks about contacting her abuser, and why it’s important to demystify who is capable of the act, and how she alleviated her own shame and blame by sharing her truth. Thordis also talks about the powerful TED Talk between herself and Tom, watched by over 5 million people, as well as her book South of Forgiveness, and her superpower of having an “army of light” behind her. 

What You’ll Hear in This Episode: There is no such thing as an unworthy story, or someone unworthy of sharing their own. It is what makes us connect with ourselves and each other. Thordis has dedicated her career to gender equality and helping women realize they don’t need to take the blame and shame from gender-based violence. Thordis details how she was exploited at 16 years old, and really what a profound impact it had on her. Sexual abusers are seen to be mythical inhuman monsters, but really it’s far more common to be violated by someone that you know and trust. Thordis reconnected with Tom because she wanted to know “why” and also see how it had marked his life.

He also felt the consequences of his actions and wanted to share his story as well so it could be prevented and avoided. Thordis recognizes her privilege of being able to share her experience. Many women are in different situations and can’t say anything for fear of being hurt or killed. What it was like when they met up in person, and literally faced their truth once and for all. Thordis and Tom took their conversation of 7+ years to the next level with a TED Talk, “Our story of rape and reconciliation” and their book South of Forgiveness. Thordis found her Army of Light that gave her strength and carried her through a time where she had an extremely slim chance of giving birth to her twins. Whether it’s speaking to the UN or a conference of thousands, Thordis puts the emphasis on sharing her truth and threading humanity together by illuminating our faith and belief in miracles.

Quotes: “Every single person on this earth has a story worth telling.” “I needed to unload the blame and the shame.” “The internet has the capacity to bring out the worst in people, but it can certainly bring out the very, very best.” “If you cling to hope, incredible things can happen.”

Mentioned: Our story of rape and reconciliation South of Forgiveness @thordiselva yoga_girl

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s guest, Bean, has a story that serves up a dose of reality like you’ve never heard before. She joins the Inner Circle to share the unbelievable events of bullying, love lost, and the physical trauma and recovery that changed her life forever. Bean talks about how she went from dealing with a new identity of life in a wheelchair and losing mobility to using her situation as a platform to help others through her ReYu Recovery Centre which she Co-Founded and currently runs. 

What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Bean’s experience of growing up in a culture that had strict religious rules, and more about how she rebelled against the restrictions. How Bean got into becoming an X-ray technician, and the ways it opened her eyes to the good and bad aspects of healthcare in the country currently. Bean shares what it was like to be heavily bullied as a child, and how that plays into her mission now to welcome others and remind us we are all human. The crazy event in Las Vegas that changed everything in Bean’s life, and led her to finally stop and process her emotions. What Conversion Disorder is, and how our brain can be so powerful that it can literally shut down the body. How Bean took her health into her own hands, got the answers and help she needed, and maintained an attitude of gratitude, bravery, and courage. How Bean met her business partner Nancy, started the non-profit ReYu Paralysis Recovery Center with zero capital, and are now up to 131 clients. ReYu serves as a safe judgment-free place where people with disabilities can come and be accepted. What Bean wants us to know about how we really treat people with disabilities.

Quotes: “There are so many things wrong with our healthcare system. It’s good, but it’s not great.” “My life will always have challenges, and I will always face adversity more than the average citizen.” “There is a lesson in everything.” “I wish I had someone to help me through the dark times, and by sharing my story I can be there for others.”

Mentioned: Teaching the Message of Charge with Dr. Farha Shariff First Steps Wellness Centre Project Walk Zag Creative University of Alberta Canada ReYu Paralysis Recovery Center

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll - Twitter @carriedollconsulting - Instagram Carrie Doll - Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nicole Rice, owner and operator of Sweet {Jolie}, started the very successful company as a place where customers can connect, shop, and perpetuate the body positive movement. Nicole is open about her own battles and challenges and built Sweet {Jolie} from the ground up. From making jewelry in her basement to countless hours of focusing on the little details to get things as perfect for her audience as possible, Nicole is a heart-centered and mission-driven business powerhouse. She joins the Inner Circle to talk about why community is so important to her, how Sweet Jolie is removing the stigma of alopecia, and the significance of the different collections in the company. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: How Nicole developed her mission to be kind to herself, so her daughters could see first hand what an impact the words we choose about ourselves and others have on our world. Nicole openly talks about suffering from postpartum depression, and the impact it had on herself and her family. Why Nicole taught herself how to make jewelry, and came to peace that being a full-time stay at home mother wasn’t the right path for her. It was important for Nicole and Sweet {Jolie} to offer items that made women feel empowered, beautiful, and had a universally flattering fit. How Nicole went from running a daycare and jewelry business from her home to expanding into an internationally known and respected brand. What it was like for Nicole and her team to expand from jewelry to accessories and clothing. 

The truth - Nicole is an introvert at heart but connecting with community is what makes her blossom and come alive. The leap of faith that Nicole and her husband took to give all their savings in order to say yes to a new massive space, and how her intuition led her to the decision. Why the Sweet {Jolie} Love Project encourages showing love to yourself and embrace who you really are. How Nicole’s daughter, Kate, developed alopecia when she was two, and what they do to educate and inform others on the condition. Also, the steps Sweet {Jolie} has taken to contribute to the Alopecia Foundation and give back to others. 

Quotes: “From the beginning, I wanted the company to be as inclusive as possible.” “There are some days where I can’t believe the overwhelming feeling of community around us.” “I want more growth, and want to make a greater impact.” “I just knew this was going to be something, and I had to prove it.” 

Mentioned: Sweet Jolie @sweetjolieboutique

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A paradox - something that makes sense but doesn’t make sense - is the only way to describe how living a messy, challenging life makes it a better one. Choices born of naivety, insecurity, and the awful-beautiful-unthinking way a young adult navigates the world is how it went for me. A need to feel loved, a fast engagement, and back-to-back pregnancies are what happened; addiction, disability, and death are what made it interesting. We don’t plan for messy - we plan for perfection, but the messiness of the human experience is where the gold is. Messy is what sets you up for humility, empathy, connection, and gratitude. Messy is what allows you to arrive in new spaces & places with a sense of purpose and preparedness. Messy is what has made my life hard and meaningful and scary and worth living. See? Paradox at its finest. 

Contact Information

email: katie@kelloinclusive.org

Website: https://www.kelloinclusive.org/

Instagram: @kelloinclusive

Personal Instagram: @mskatie__j

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It is Ashley Mielke’s life mission to empower others to move beyond pain and heal after loss. Ashley is a Registered Psychologist and founder of the Grief and Trauma Healing Center in Edmonton, and her action-oriented program has brought massive success and comfort to over 3,000 people in times of grief and loss. She joins the Inner Circle to share her own story of painful losses, including her father’s substance abuse and suicide, and how she healed herself and found a calling that can support and give hope to others. It’s a story of how sometimes our darkest and loneliest moments can also be the driving force that leads the way for us to connect with our inner calling and give permission for others to do the same. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Ashley’s raw and vulnerable story of what it was like growing up with a father who struggled with drug addiction and alcoholism, even to the point where she would be neglected and left alone in a car for hours while he was using. The feeling of being different and disconnected that Ashley felt in childhood now serves her well in her profession because she can relate to how others going through trauma may feel. Although Ashley spent much of her time and energy even up until grad school trying to help her father, she still found him to be her emotional rock. 

The shame and devastation that Ashley felt when her father committed suicide, and how she managed to move forward and sign up at the Grief Recovery Institute. How signing up at the Institute changed her life, and Ashley was quickly on the fast track for being the trainer for Canada and starting her own company at 26. Above all else, Ashley has a desire to serve others and to show us how we are all more alike than different. How Ashley trained and built a team of psychologists and therapists at the Grief and Trauma Healing Center that have now collectively helped over 3,000 people with their action-based program. Ashley debunks the common myths and misinformation about grief, and how her programs give people an action-oriented roadmap to deal with loss. The Conscious Culture Bootcamp that Ashley spent over 800 hours creating, which will help leaders in the business world find a common thread between team members and help them create an environment of trust and safety in the workplace. 

Quotes: “We have to take action to heal our heart, we can’t just wait for time to pass.” “I had no idea what I was doing, but I knew I was called to serve grieving people.” “To watch our clients flourish after loss is why I do this work.” “Our office is the most energetic, enthusiastic, hopeful place.” “To be willing to go first and tell your story, you give permission to others to do the same.” 

Mentioned: The Grief Recovery Institute The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre Ashley Mielke Consulting @theashleymielke

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Courtney Buhler, CEO, and owner of the now huge brand Sugarlash Pro, has gone from servicing fifty people a day in her basement, to running a global success of a business with over 60,000 lash professionals in her community. Courtney joins The Inner Circle to talk about how she built her empire, what wisdom she can share from owning and learning from mistakes, the difference that great eyelashes really make, and Sugarlash’s new partnership with Ulta Beauty. Courtney is also extremely vulnerable and shares how success and money really changed her personal life, and that it’s more than okay to embrace your “weird normal”, learn by trial and error, and truly own your voice. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Courtney’s family moved 13 times while she was growing up, and this gave her the valuable lesson to appreciate the reason, season, or lesson that people play in your life. As a young tomboy, Courtney realized that she didn’t need beauty to feel confident and powerful, but instead she truly loved it and really had fun with creating transformations for herself and others. How Courtney’s son literally saved her life and the mindset shift that changed everything and helped her get out and heal from a toxic relationship. Courtney fell in love with lashes so much that she would clean her consultant’s house in trade for an application. She also took it upon herself to gain an outstanding education, and understand the business from the outside in. Courtney shares what she learned not only about building a business from the ground up but how important it is to surround yourself with people that have your greatest interest in their hearts. 

How Courtney and her family went from a “Sugarshack” and around the clock appointments in their basement to a giant company in 89 countries with over 60,000 lash artists in their community. Courtney did her own market research and took that information to launch training with a 200-page manual she constructed on her own. We can honor the way we think and process, even if it’s having a bathtub to work, like Courtney! Why Courtney hasn’t moved full time to New York or Los Angeles, and why she is SO proud to live and do business in Edmonton. How Courtney keeps her children grounded while still educating them on the opportunities within the world through travel. 

Quotes: “People are in your life for a reason, season, or lifetime.” “I had never felt so transformed by a beauty service.” “Don’t lie, own your mistakes. No one expects perfection, but I expect honesty.” “Mistakes are such powerful lessons. We learn so much more when we screw up.” “Anything I develop and create, I get to see it in thousands of people’s eyes.” “Anything I’m doing needs to be world-class.” “If you believe in yourself and your vision, there is no telling where you can go.” “Every hard time is the means to the next chapter.” 

Mentioned: Sugarlash Pro @sugarlashpro High Lash Society

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Carrie expands the inner circle of her family and invites her beloved father in law, Don Petasky, on the show. Don shares his personal stories that exemplify exceeding against all odds, the power of family, and the impact of young love. He also shares what it was really like to grow up raising Carrie’s husband and partner in life, Stephen, and the wisdom he gained from running his own business and working closely with family with The Luxus Group. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: The accident that Don’s father had that impacted his life in both the most severe and eventually positive way, and how his father’s attitude about it all showed him what perseverance and perspective really were. The beautiful love story of Don and his wife Nancy, and the secrets behind their marriage of over 40 years. What it was like for Don and Nancy to be young parents, and how they raised Stephen and his sister to value hard work and contribute to running the household as a family team. What having two physically handicapped parents taught Don about not limiting your success due to your situation. Stephen’s sister, Ashley, is a true Christmas Miracle! Don’s wisdom from running a business, and what he wished he knew back then. The importance of clear roles and responsibility when working closely with family. More about The Luxus Group, a Luxury Real Estate Private Equity Group, and how Don found the path to this endeavor. 

Quotes: “You never know how it’s all going to end up.” “We grew up with our kids, and all had to figure it out together.” “When you have good people around you, it’s funny how much easier it is.” “Communication is number one.” “Surrounding yourself with good people makes life way easier.” 

Mentioned: The Luxus Group @donpetasky @stephenpetasky @theluxusgroup Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At the young age of 74, Pearl Gregor is an example of what it means to be curious and invested in personal and spiritual growth. Pearl joins the Inner Circle to share her wisdom as an educator, Catholic, and proponent of using meditation and mindfulness as a tool to heal our wounds and clear the way so we can connect with our highest self. Pearl shares how she healed her own depression by tracking and understanding her dreams, ways that we can begin to catalog and write down our dreams, and some of the experiences she has had while on this path. Pearl closes the show by giving guidance as to where we can begin in our own journey and insight into what happens at her workshops for those looking to get personal coaching to be their own guru.

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Pearl suffered from nightmares for many years as a child and then an adult. She also had fainting spells and illness that baffled her family and doctors. Hear how she healed and began to use her dreams as a teacher. Pearl shares a few of the bodily sensations and detox symptoms she has had from releasing stress and toxicity out of her body. How we can ask for a dream and access our highest wisdom through mindfulness and being consistent with tracking and writing down our dreams. That’s right...we only use 5% of our true potential.

Pearl is on a mission to help us understand the other remaining 95%. Through her own meditation, Pearl discovered some painful details about her past. She talks with Carrie about how she processed the trauma and healed herself. The stories of others that suffered from depression and tragically ended their own life that keeps Pearl inspired to work with people so they find a light in the darkness. How Pearl encourages others to understand their own dreams, rather than her tell them what it means. How we can begin to remember and track our dreams using just a journal and a pen. Some of the best art, whether it’s music, painting, or even comedy, has been created from and within dreams. Why you will want to turn off those electronics before bed after listening to Pearl talk! 

Quotes: “The body knows, but the mind keeps things from us that we can’t cope with.” “Responsibility is the ability to respond. It’s not a duty.” “I don’t know how to knit, nor do I intend to learn.” “People create the most powerful art out of dreams.” 

Mentioned: Dreams Along the Way Pearl Gregor Books University of Alberta Descent to the Goddess 

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Victoria Smith knows firsthand the damaging effects that stress can have on our health, along with our general well-being. She has taken her own experience with stress, burnout, and recovery to transition to a life where she coaches others to use stress management and reduction tools. Victoria talks about the moment she knew that she had to take control of her health, gives us a few quick tips that we can start today to destress, and the common stressors she sees when working with her clients. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: It may look on the outside like everyone besides us has their life totally together and figured out. Not only is that not the case, but it’s far from it. This can help us have realistic expectations instead of feeling like we are always falling behind in some manner. How Victoria’s high paced and stressful way of life lead to burnout, and what exactly the symptoms of stress can look like. Stress is the #1 cause of shingles in younger adults, and what it felt like for Victoria to have to be vulnerable and admit to her coworkers that she had it, and needed to take time off to heal and rest. What burnout can look like and ways that you can recognize the signs for yourself and your loved ones.

The painful and tumultuous time in Victoria’s life when she was caught in the middle of her parents’ divorce, and the toll it took on her own energy and life force. The benefits Victoria found in counseling services, and other major tools that helped her along her wellness recovery journey. Why setting boundaries is so important to our well being, and to preserve our energy so that we can be the best for both ourselves and others. How Victoria’s podcast Girl Tries Life shines a spotlight on other women who are accomplishing big things and also committed to their health and self-growth. It takes time, energy, and dedication for stress reduction, but the results are worth it. A few of Victoria’s strategies to immediately reduce your stress. We have power over our stress life and being a “stressed out” person is not a life sentence. 

Quotes: “Everyone on the outside always seems to be hacking it, but you don’t go home with them.” “The most important thing is to always try.” “I may not succeed, but I will have tried.” “You can only control you.” 

Mentioned: Calgary Counseling Center Girl Tries Life Stress Less Ladies Release Meditation Technique

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lisa LaFlamme is a powerhouse journalist who has been the Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor of CTV National News since 2016. Lisa was also appointed to the Order of Ontario, the province’s highest honor, and won the Radio-Television News Directors Association President’s Award in 2016. Today, Lisa steps away from the TV and into the Inner Circle to talk with Carrie about the pivotal moments she has experienced throughout her decades of reporting on the airwaves and into Canada’s homes. Lisa also shares how she handles the pressures of delivering a national newscast and her takeaways from covering everything from the aftermath of 9/11 to Hurricane Katrina and the war in Afghanistan.

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Lisa was born in Ontario as the middle child, and her family was very encouraging. She credits their honesty and support to her current mindset that there is nothing she can’t do. Lisa always wanted to be a journalist and had a desire deep inside her to explore what makes us human and share the stories with others. How Lisa ended up living in the best neighborhood in Ottawa while a young student, and then worked her way up from the night shift on the radio to doing a TV/radio hybrid job 7 days a week.

The amazing prediction from a psychic that Lisa experienced, which led to her having an even deeper appreciation when she sees all the flags of the world. More about Lisa’s time as a National Consumer Affairs correspondent, and how she reported a new scam to the country every week. The pivotal, and often scary, moments that Lisa remembers about working in war zones like Baghdad and Afghanistan, and seeing devastating environments like the aftermath of 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina. How it felt when Lisa earned her spot as the first female alone on a National news desk. What’s Lisa sees in the future of journalism, and what we need to know to keep the human aspect alive when delivering often negative news. 

Quotes: “Journalism is the opioid of the restless.” “I have to stand up to it (fear).” “Being a woman has never slowed me down.” “Find a balance.” “Media literacy is as important as math.” 

Mentioned: @LisaLaFlammeCTV CTV News Chateau Laurier National Arts Centre Lloyd Robertson Journalists for Human Rights

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amy Ledin, Co-Owner and Operator at Lean Bodies Consulting, is open to the hard conversations in life that move us forward and raise us to the next level of growth, love, and understanding. Amy embraces her vulnerability and courage in this episode, sharing the deeply personal experiences that had a profound impact on every aspect of how she looks at life. Amy shares the Three Daily Agreements she found to be life-changing, opens up about her cancer diagnosis, and why she believes every situation has a silver lining. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Amy is an inspiration for knowing that you can transform your life, no matter how dire the situation seems. When we are courageous enough to tell our story and share it with others, it shows that we have evolved. Amy grew up on a farm and struggled with weight for most of her teen and young adult life. This is part of her mission today, to help people make smart choices without feeling restriction. Amy became pregnant as a teenager, and she felt shame and guilt about the adoption process due to social stigma and religious beliefs. Why we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, and Amy is an example that we never quite know what our fellow human is going through. Amy opens up about a very hurtful matter in her family’s past, an affair that had a giant impact on both families. How Amy and her family healed, and her relationship with her now partner Erik also grew into them running their business Lean Bodies Consulting together. Amy’s love for helping people through online coaching and mindset coaching gives her the chance to share the skills that have gotten her through the darkest hours of her own life. Amy’s miracle mindset on how her cancer diagnosis provided her with the chance to live life fully present and grateful. Amy’s Three Agreements, and what they do for helping her stay on track with the promises she has made to herself. 

Quotes: “Failure teaches us our biggest lessons.” — C  “It’s not win or lose, it’s win or learn.” — A “You always should find the silver lining, on everything.” — A

Mentioned: Joe Dispenza 75Hard @amy_ledin Lean Bodies Consulting 

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lauren Regula is a perfect example of what happens when balance, tenacity, and humility are mixed with innate talent and skill. Not only has Lauren been to the Olympics twice to represent the Canadian Women’s Softball Team, but she was just invited back a third time to pitch in the 2020 Olympics in Japan. Lauren talks about how she became a professional pitcher, her takeaways for instilling a true love of the game in children, and what it’s like for her back on the mound now as a mother of three. Lauren openly shares her struggle with depression, and what helped her to get back on her feet to play her best, represent her country, and inspire others to play big. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Why Carrie prefers the term “finding harmony” vs. “finding balance”. As a wife and mother of three with a busy career and dedication to a sport, Lauren agrees that it is next to impossible to balance every need and desire at all times perfectly. What Lauren’s experience of competing twice in the Olympics on the Canadian Women’s Softball Team was really like, and how each of them were completely different experiences with polar opposite learning lessons. Lauren’s brother Jason is also an incredibly talented athlete and played in Major League Baseball for teams including the Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, and New York Mets.

However, Lauren is most proud of the human that he is and the heart he shows on and off the field. Lauren and her brother were encouraged by their parents to try their personal best, but learn from their mistakes rather than dwell on them. This light-hearted encouragement helped them stay consistent in their love for the sport and became the foundation of their extremely strong work ethic. Lauren wasn’t the perfect left-handed pitcher from the start, but she loved being involved with all the plays on the field and put in the work and hours to reach superstar status. The Olympic game that left Lauren feeling crushed, hopeless, and even caused her to put her glove away. What finally got Lauren to take the glove back out in 2016, and why her mindset now is stronger and more focused than ever for that Gold Medal. How Lauren and her family find time for a personal connection with a busy and demanding schedule. Lauren is out there playing not just for herself, but all the moms out there. She wants to show we can push our limits and go beyond what we think we are capable of. 

Quotes:  “I’m telling you, I was not good when I started pitching.” “The mound and the softball field is where I feel at home.” “Find good in the tough moments, because there always is.” “The girls you see out there playing are there because they love it.” “My greatest accomplishment today is just being happy, to be honest.” 

Mentioned: Trak Athletics Oklahoma State @laurenregula Jason Bay 

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Dash is a best-selling author of Chasing the High, an entrepreneur and a recovering addict. Michael was living life in the fast lane chasing money, power, and external success fueled by an addiction to drugs, alcohol, and gambling. He joins The Inner Circle to share his story on when his behavior came crashing down around him and how a trip to Bali changed it all around to inspire him to seek help and build new beliefs and habits from the ground up. Michael shares how he now finds the rush through philanthropy and helping others transform to find a life of meaning and internal happiness.

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: How Michael’s upbringing created a belief system that success meant chasing money, taking drugs, and gambling. What life was like in the fast lane for Michael as he was ruled by a combination of gambling, pills, cocaine and finding the next high. Gambler’s Anonymous was Michael’s first step in creating a community of people with similar struggles and celebrating wins together as they recovered from an addiction. Why Michael lives in a co-living space, and how it puts him in an environment with people that support his well being and goals.

How Michael’s life shifted when he went from making decisions based on ego, to ones that serve the greatest good for himself and others. Michael’s advice on staying away from working with family, and being careful who you trust with your investment of both time and money. How a trip to Bali for the Unconventional Life conference opened up a door for Michael to take a leap and commit himself to living a different way. What tapping and EMDR are, and how they are powerful tools to shift limiting mindset and beliefs. How Michael found new highs in life such as philanthropy and promoting his book Chasing the High. The ripple effect that has happened since Michael has become vulnerable, authentic, and available to help others with their addictive compulsive behaviors. 

Quotes: “I wasn’t high enough, I needed that extra adrenaline rush.” “Most addicts will resist if you are trying to push something on them.” “You will affect people that you don’t even know.” “There’s going to be people in life that love you and people who hate you. Who cares.” “Change is easy, and any one of us can change.” “Do one small thing in your life tomorrow and implant it in your day. Do it consistently.” “One small step can lead to one huge change.”

Mentioned: Chasing the High Michael Dash Facebook | Instagram Gamblers Anonymous Young Entrepreneur Council Scribe Media Unconventional Life Summit

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When you are given a gift, you must share it with the world. At least that is what designer and artist Cory Christopher believes. Cory joins the Inner Circle to share how his experience of growing up on a farm helped plant the seeds for him to come the highly successful and sought after designer he is today. He and Carrie talk about honoring what inspires you in life, changing your environment to reflect your passions, and how we can nurture the love of nature in our own children and future generations. Cory is a regular presence in the media, and his creative ideas and excellent taste have landed him projects working with clients featuring Poppy Barley, Glow Juicery, and Lululemon.  

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: It’s in Cory’s nature to create beautiful spaces wherever he goes. His amazing sunflower field was not only a fantastic Instagram spot, but it created a space where people could appreciate great scenery. Cory’s parents let him be exactly who he was, and nurtured his creative spirit. He also grew up on a farm and learned the value of hard work and tending to something that is growing. Cory found a community that gave him a safe and bully free zone while attending the Victoria School for the Performing Arts, and yes, it really was like the real life version of FAME. When we spread our wings and try something new, we have the chance to recreate ourselves. 

Cory’s talent of using his voice for theater and opera came in handy for his career in design working with people and his on camera work. What it’s really like to balance the artistic side of design and creativity, mixed with the business and numbers aspect of being an entrepreneur. More about Cory’s Design endeavors featuring wedding design, floral arrangement and much more. How Cory got into interiors design, and decided he was more into projects that have a definite ending with structure. Every artist and designer goes through a lot of trial and error. It’s not always as perfect as it appears on Instagram. Why Cory believes that an urban environment can also be a place to connect with nature and greenery.  

Quotes: “Imagine walking outside and having 160 acres of potential.” “Before you judge someone, imagine putting yourself in their shoes.” “We need to put kids in environments where they flourish.”  

Mentioned: Cory Christopher @corychristopher Cory Christopher Design Birchwood Meadows Victoria School of the Arts  

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cheryll Watson is a proud, born and raised Edmontonian from the northside community of Beverly. She has built her career as a business executive, bringing 20 years of experience in strategic business transformation, innovation, and advocacy in both the private and public sectors. Her career began at IBM in the late 1990s. She went on to spend 15 years with Silicon Valley headquartered Intuit, a Fortune 500 firm. Intuit’s relentless focus on the customer and their commitment to developing world-class leaders gave her the opportunity to gain the skills and practices required to lead in large and complex organizations.

Most recently, Cheryll has led growth in the economic and innovation ecosystems of Edmonton and Alberta. Recognizing the need to catalyze our future economic prosperity, she joined the Edmonton Economic Development Corporation and founded Innovate Edmonton. Her team’s mandate focused on collaborating to create the best possible environment for technology innovation, assisting with securing venture funding and supporting local startup companies to grow and scale.

She is an active and engaged community leader committed to serving her city. Most recently she was named the Chair of the Building Stronger Futures Capital Campaign for the Terra Centre for Teen Parents and is a founding member of the Downtown Recovery Coalition. Throughout her career Cheryll has served on a variety of boards, including Co-Chairing the Startup Genome Global Senior Advisory Policy Forum, as a mentor in the University of Alberta Venture Mentoring Service and as Fundraising Chair for the Zebra Child Protection Centre.

Cheryll, her husband Geoff, and their four adult children actively contribute to causes and issues that have directly impacted their family’s lives, or will in the future, including mental health, child poverty issues, and environmental causes.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shelly MacInnis-Wynn is a brave, vulnerable, and inspiring woman and mother. She is also someone that endured an unimaginable heartbreak when her husband, Const. David Wynn of the RCMP, lost his life after being shot in the line of duty after responding to a call. This week, Shelly speaks publicly for the first time since David’s death about how she will never be the same, and the impact this tragic event has had upon her and her family. Shelly details that fateful night, and the moments after, spent in David’s final days in the hospital. She uses her voice and heartbreak to change practices and procedures that hopefully will never have another family in her situation suffer again. Shelly’s story is an example of strength and using the past to make the future better. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode:

• Shelly walks us through that fateful night that her husband, Const. David Wynn of the Alberta RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police), responded to a call and got shot. 
• The ways Shelly honors David’s spirit as she moves forward as best she can, including his beloved sense of humor and memorable laugh. 
• The heartbreaking moment of when she had to tell her children, a moment that will haunt her forever.
• Shelly and David spent the previous summer together, and she is so grateful that they got time with their family. Life is precious, and Shelly urges us to realize this before it is too late.
• Stories about the fellow RCMP officers that supported Shelly during this time, and also the truthful ways that they failed both her and David through the process.
• Shelly is changed forever, but she has the perspective of it changing her for the better. She took what went wrong in her situation and is taking action to prevent it from happening to others, and families will get the support that they need.
• Home is a safe space for Shelly and her children, and there is not a day that doesn’t go by where they don’t lovingly remember or discuss a memory of David.
• How Shelly worked on her anger so she could concentrate on moving forward.
• As time goes on we get stronger, and it’s up to us to listen and allow others to help us.
• We look at first responders as the superheroes they are, but we also must remember that they are human beings too and need support.

Quotes: 

• “Now it’s time to find the new me, because I will never be the same person that I was before this happened.”
• “This is my chance to discover what it is that I can do.”
• “We spent the whole summer together as a family, and it was the best.”
• “It’s not a job, it’s a lifestyle.”

Mentioned:

University of Alberta Hospital 

D.A.R.E. 

RCMP

Journey Into the Inner Circle: 

Carrie Doll 

@CarrieADoll – Twitter

@carriedollconsulting – Instagram 

Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eveline Charles is a powerhouse female entrepreneur and a brilliant example that we each have the ability to create our personal empire with the right tenacity, skill, and commitment. Eveline shares her story about the path from working in the salon and spa business to running the Eveline Charles company and bringing in over 16 million dollars a year. She also talks about how to grow at a pace that’s right for you, when to take the step into the next level of business, and the power in asking for help. 

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: How Eveline founded a multi-million dollar business and became the first woman to be inducted in the Alberta Business Hall of Fame. Why we need to think big, dream big, and then take inspired action. So many people underachieve because they don’t set their goals high enough. Eveline went to beauty school but is a self-taught businesswoman. She is an example of how well we can do when we educate ourselves, ask questions, and get mentors. More about the success of the Eveline Charles company, and what is next for the very popular brand. So much of business is about being friendly and connecting with others. Eveline shares her goals publicly so those in her tribe hold her accountable. She also sets her personal and professional goals to a timeline, so she can work even harder to accomplish them. Eveline is not just amazing in the business world, she also is an athlete. She ran the 100th Anniversary of the Boston Marathon. Running has given her the gift of health, and a place to clear her mind and get creative. Expansion is great, but you have to make sure you understand the markets you are in. The changes Eveline has noticed over the past 5 years in terms of marketing, customer service, and advertising. Brands must continue to evolve and respond to the needs of their business if they truly want to be successful. Eveline’s advice for women to speak up and say what they really think. Dream big and think big, but you always have to make sure that your goals are accountable and measurable. 

Quotes: “If you think big you are going to grow big. If you are going to think small you are going to fall behind.” “Business has an interesting way of pushing you in the right direction.” “Business is in my blood. It makes me so excited to hear about different successes in different businesses.” “If you are not evolving, you are dying.” 

Mentioned: Eveline Charles @Eveline Charles UCLA QuantumShift Think Big Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Building a million dollar business is a huge accomplishment for Natalie MacNeil, but it doesn’t even come close to stopping there for this Emmy Award Winning media entrepreneur. Natalie is devoted to expanding human potential for herself and others, and dedicated to living a deeply meaningful life. She joins The Inner Circle to talk with Carrie about her powerful N.E.T. technique and why you will want to start using it immediately in everyday life. Natalie also talks about her film projects, the inspiration behind her new book The Rituals, and what’s next for her as she transitions from the She Takes on the World blog to a new updated version of herself and her brand.  

What You’ll Hear In This Episode: Natalie spent so much time feeling like she had to be someone in order to succeed, and she is at a point where she wants to live and embrace all her dimensions. There will never be a better lesson about business than jumping in and learning for yourself. While Natalie studied business in University, she got a firsthand education by being an entrepreneur. Natalie shows us that we shouldn’t be afraid to dive in and embrace new parts of our identity, and maybe let go of those that no longer serve us. She is taking the big leap of rebranding her blog, She Takes on the World, to level up to meet the current version of herself. Natalie co-produced the interactive film experience, Out My Window, and it was the world’s first 360 interactive documentary. The film won an Emmy, and viewers got an inside look at someone’s life in an initiative and immersive way. Natalie knows that her capacity to succeed in the external world is directly related to her inner experience. The N.E.T. (No Extra Time) principle calls for utilizing our time in a way that best serves us.

While we have things we all do in a day, you can make that part of your mindfulness practice. Examples would include a grounding exercise in the shower, taking a few calming deep breaths and at red lights, and using the little spaces of silence throughout the day to practice gratitude. She Takes on the World has had 1,000,000 + entrepreneurs from almost every country come to the site for inspiration, action steps, and support.  Natalie discusses accomplishing our goals one at a time as a 3-4 month focus, rather than trying to do everything at once. When we choose to hear the stories of others, we get a huge part of what is available to us in the human experience. Natalie’s new book, The Rituals, includes many beautiful practices that make huge differences.  

Quotes: “When a creative wave comes, you have to ride it until the bitter end.” “The human experience is messy, beautiful, and wild and painful. We can hold all of those truths.” “I need to feel deeply held and grounded in order to show up the way I show up.” “You are enough and more, and worthy of your dreams.” “Inspiration without taking action serves a purpose, but it’s not as powerful.”  

Mentioned: @nataliemacneil She Takes on the World Out My Window Burning Man The Rituals  

Journey Into the Inner Circle: Carrie Doll @CarrieADoll – Twitter @carriedollconsulting – Instagram Carrie Doll – Facebook 

Please rate, review and follow the podcast! 

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.