In this episode, we dive into Kelsey's real-life challenges of blending families-setting boundaries,navigating toxic family dynamics, and the ups and downs of co-parenting. Kelsey also share with us the heart of their love story and how it shapes the family today.

Inthis episode, we dive into the daily struggles women face with mental health. Join us for an honest conversation about the pressures, challenges and personal experiences that shape women's mental well-being and how we can support one another in the journey.

"Women's mental health is not a luxury, it's a neccessity for our survival and well-being".

Tegan Nichol's instagram handle - tegan_g_nichol

If you're needing mental health support you can check these links below.

Call or message 988 Lifeline if you need to talk regarding your own mental health, just simply dial "988".

988lifeline.org

www.sharedheatlhmb.ca

Today I sit down with Tess White, the wife to a former NHL defenceman, to talk about life married to an addict and how it brought her to the place she is now with wanting to help others.  Nothing is off limits in this hard but incredibly inspiring conversation.  I couldn't be more honoured to help Tess by providing this platform to spread awareness on all things addiction and help her be the light in someone else's darkness.  I left the conversation feeling completely inspired by her amazing strength and courage.

Tess White

Counsellor - Diploma in Applied Psychology and Counselling.

Insta - @tesswhitecounselling

Email - twhitecounselling@gmail.com

Specializing in Family Addiction.  As well as offers counselling support for all other emotional and mental health needs.

"When a loved ones addiction begins to affect your everyday life, remember you are worthy of support as well".

Mike and I sit down with Brady Leavold to talk about his journey from playing Pro hockey to finding himself living on the streets.  He is an open book to say the least and we commend his bravery and resiliency on facing his inner demons and being able to overcome them to inspire so many.

From the moment the interview began, it felt like we were sitting with an old friend, his energy and thought process is something to be admired.  Through hell and back he's here to talk about it all.

You can follow more of Brady's story and his foundations by clicking the links below.

https://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthhockey/

https://www.instagram.com/pucksupport/

Brady Leavold

Today I sit down with Delsie Martin , a 34 year old mom of two little ones who went to a Manitoba ER for postpartum depression help, but was told she had "nothing to be depressed about". 

We sit down together to talk about her journey that led up to that day, and life since that heartbreaking moment.

If you or someone you know are struggling with postpartum please find some resources below for help.

Mood disorders MB - http://mooddisordersmanitoba.ca or text 1-204-391-5983

Delsie's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-relationship-review/id1644632318 

Today I sit down with my returning guests:

Laurel Stevenson - Family Physician

Jenn Sherb - Counsellor/Registered Social Worker

Jordana Jones - Registered Nurse

We come together to talk about postpartum and everything in between.

"Don't rush your healing, don't pretend to be okay when you're not, and don't apologize for being broken."

-Lizelle Gutierrez

If you or someone you know needs help, please see information below:

Mobile Crisis Unit (MCU) - (204) 725-4411 or toll-free 1-888-379-7699.  MCU will meet with people in their own home, or another agreed location and is available by phone 24 hours.

Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) - (204) 727-2555.  The Crisis Stabilization Unit has 8 beds for people needing a place to stay for a few days while receiving help to develop a plan to deal with their mental health.

https://www.gov.mb.ca/healthychild/healthybaby/csp.html

https://manitobafarmerwellness.ca/crisis-services

http://www.spinbrandon.ca

https://www.mooddisordersmanitoba.ca/services/postpartum/

Today we sit down with Jenn to discuss what the last two years has done to relationships. We also touch on divorce, blended families, and everything in between.
Jenn Sherb possesses a Bachelor of Social Work Degree from the University of Regina and a Health Coach Certificate from York University. Jenn’s education and career experience are in Community Mental Health, not for profit, community outreach, acute care settings and private practice. She offer’s support to individuals, families and couples.

Jenn grew up right here in Brandon Manitoba. She is a mama of two boys and step mom to two more. Jenn is part of a blended family and co-parenting team, so she gets all things when it comes to divorce  and blending of families .

You can contact Jenn through her website, http://www.jennsherbwellness.com or email at info@jennsherbwellness.com.

Welcome to episode 15!  Today I sit down with dietition Rianna Tonn and Medical Doctor Laurel Stevenson to discuss bad habits and relationships surrounding food and diets.

This episode hits home for me... Over eat, restrict, purge, binge, weighing yourself excessively throughout the day, eating the same thing day after day week after week month after month, avoiding celebrations, starving all the time, food consumes my thoughts 24/7.  It controls me.  I feel powerless because of it.  If you or someone you know can relate to any of these words then I'm glad you found this episode today.  There hadn't been a topic that I can relate to as much as I do with this.  Eating disorders...I've struggled for decades with restricting and binging.  I grew up watching my mom jump on every type of diet each Monday then fall off the wagon by Thursday and binge and repeat...so struggling with having a healthy relationship with food just seemed normal for me, until it wasn't I guess.  However, this year I feel I've made huge strides in breaking my old patterns and beliefs with my own relationship with food - so I hope after listening to this episode you too can find your way out of your own unhealthy relationship surrounding food.

Resources:

https://nedic.ca (Canada)

https://womenshealthclinic.org/what-we-do/pedpro (Manitoba)

https://www.westwindcounselling.ca (Manitoba/BC)

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org (USA)

To find Rianna, head to her Instagram page @guiltfree.dietitian

Amy Rabe - Maternal Mental Health Counsellor | @mind_fulmama | https://www.roziereblaikiecounselling.com/ 

Postpartum Support International | https://www.postpartum.net | 800-944-4773 (Text "Help" to 800-944-4773)

Postpartum Depression Association of Manitoba | https://www.ppdmanitoba.ca 

Manitoba Suicide Prevention and Support Line | 877-435-7170

Adult Crisis Services (Prairie Mountain Health) | 888-379-7699 | Mobile Crisis Unit: 204-725-4411

Through her own personal journey of life, Chelsea decided one day that she would put away her stilettos for good and instead spend her days barefoot and blissfully happy. 

With her gentle almost hypnotizing voice, she now uses it to guide others bodies and minds to a place where joy and peace live.

Chelsea has a very calm old soul type of presence, which in return makes it very easy to fall in love with her and everything yoga.

You can find Chelsea on her Instagram at @lunamunayoga or her website www.lunamuna.ca.

Her yoga studio is located in Brandon, MB.

Laurel returns to discuss life after going public telling her story of being violated at a young age.  You can find part 1 of her story in episode 8.

The book Laurel recommends this episode is called Unbound by Tarana Burke.  Tarana is the founder of the #metoo movement and a sexual assault survivor.  The story is so powerfully told.  Essential reading for any survivor.

The building blocks for success in one's life.  I truly believe to live your best, you have to mentally and physically feel it.  

I preach all the time about investing in your own wellness, an investment no one could ever look back and regret.

I'm so excited to sit down with on of Brandon's own guru of everything fitness, Angie Ball, owner and operator of Circle B fitness located right here in Brandon, MB.

Angie has lived in gyms since she was a little girl.  Starting out with a diehard love for gymnastics at a very young age to competing in Crossfit competitions as an adult.  At 40 she finally went after it.  She made her life long dream come true.  She opened her very own gym.  She is dedicated to creating an atmosphere that provides support, love, encouragement, and a room full of empowering cheerleaders!  She is determined to make everyone that walks into her gym into believers that anything is possible if you work hard and stay dedicated.  She not only becomes your coach but she turns into one of the most empowering people you could have in your circle.

I sat down with Erika and Michelle to  discuss their journeys with rescue and how it affects ones mental health, why Manitoba is  suffering from over run shelters, and ways that individuals can help.

Erika Shelvey, age 30 is a mom of 4, a business owner and has been working in rescue for over 4 years now.
“It has become part of my lifestyle and I couldn’t imagine not doing it. I have fostered with Funds for Furry Friends in Brandon, Mb and over time have become a volunteer with their rescue.”

Michelle Dominey, age 31, mom of 2 and a part owner of Blushed Beauty Studio.
“I will be celebrating my first year establishing “Stray Cats of Erickson”, a rescue that I created after brainstorming ideas to overcome the over population crisis of cats in my hometown.”

To learn more head to

Our pages:
Fb: Stray Cats of Erickson Inc.
Instagram: @Straycatsoferickson
TikTok: Stray Cats of Erickson
Website: www.straycatsoferickson.wordpress.com

Fb: Funds For Furry Friends
Instagram: @fundsfurfriends
Website: www.fundsfurfriends.com

A day in the life of my dream that came true.  I literally manifested this every single day and it finally came true.  I'm still so over the moon filled with excitement regarding my first official day doing hair on a film set!  Guys, I promise you that anything is possible if you want it bad enough.  I hope when listening to the excitement in my own voice, it lights a fire in you to chase that dream and make it your reality!

Kelsey sits down with Nick to talk about how, at 20 he seems to have it figured out career wise.

Nicholas Cormier, Born in Thompson Manitoba, raised in Minto/Boissevain.  He's worked a number of jobs throughout his youth before starting his own business "Cormier Media".  They help personal brands and businesses with Branding, Exposure, Credibility, Social Presence, and Advertising.  He's determined to help as many people as he can!

Join Kelsey as she picks the brain of Nicholas Cormier.

Kelsey sits down with Laurel, a medical Doctor, a wife, and mom of 2 beautiful children, to get the story that Laurel has kept secret since she was 15 years old.

In Laurel's words:

"When I was 15, I experienced a violation by two boys at my school that was both traumatic  and illegal.  I've spent years working through confusion, humiliation, anger, and shame.  Now I am finally in charge of the narrative in telling my story, recognizing that I don't need them in order to find peace with myself and uplift others.

If you or someone you know are dealing with child sexual exploitation, here are some resources you can reach out to for support:

http://serc.mb.ca/sexual-health-info/for-parents-caregivers/child-sexual-exploitation/

http://www.mooddisordersmanitoba.ca/ 

Going towards "the roar", Kelsey opens up about her next chapter.  Though unsure and scary, she's doing it anyways.  She refuses to look back at her life with regret.  It's time for the next chapter to begin...

After spending many years being the life of the party and the guy who never said no to a cold beer, Kelsey's husband Mike opens up about what it took and what it means to be sober for more than 2+ years.

On this episode, I'm sitting down with Shaleena, who is going through every parent's worst nightmare.  Garrett & Shaleena have 3 beautiful children.  Cole - the youngest at 3 months old, Aria - 2 years old with a rare brain disease, and Brie the older sister with Ewing Sarcoma Cancer.  Brie is Garrett's biological daughter, and Shaleena has been there with her since she was 8 months old.  Brie has three wonderful parents that love her.  Garrett and Shaleena's little family has been so strong as a blended family and even more so now with the added health issues.

***UPDATE: Since the recording of this podcast, Garrett and Shaleena were given the excellent news that Cole is negative for Metachromatic Leukodystrophy.

Our blended family in a nutshell.  The first of many episodes talking about the blended family way of life.

Just a little glimpse into my "normal" childhood and how I got to visit mom and dad one more time.

Make time now, for a better future.  In all things health and money, the decisions we make today will heavily impact our future.

In episode 1, I will discuss the importance of ridding your life of toxic relationships and finding people that will truly be there for you when you need it most.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion on suicide.

Today I sat down with Delsie Martin. Delsie bravely shares her brothers tragic passing to bring awareness to a growing crime within our country - Sextortion

If you or anyone you know is suffering from this crime or wanting more information please visit the link below for support

https://www.cybertip.ca/en/online-harms/sextortion/ 

https://dontgetsextorted.ca/#help

https://globalnews.ca/news/9622864/canada-epidemic-sextortion-cases-children-teens/ 

https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/news/2023/sextortion-a-scam-trending-can-make-stop

https://www.cybertip.ca/en/online-harms/sextortion/ 

Today I sit down with Jenn Sherb and Delsie Martin of the Wellness Clinic to have a discussion about Grief.
We all share personal perspectives from our own journeys through it, hoping it’ll give some comfort to others who are navigating through their own grief.

WE ALL GRIEVE DIFFERENTLY

IT'S UNIVERSAL.
AN EXPERIENCE WE ALL GO
THROUGH. YET. IT'S SO UNIQUE. WE ALL GRIEVE DIFFERENTLY. YOU CAN LOSE THE SAME PERSON.
BUT STILL GRIEVE DIFFERENTLY. YOU CAN GO THROUGH THE SAME TYPE OF GRIEF. BUT STILL GRIEVE DIFFERENTLY. YOU CAN EXPERIENCE MULTIPLE LOSSES. BUT EACH LOSS WILL BE A DIFFERENT GRIEF. EACH EXPERIENCE WiLL BE UNIQUE. BECAUSE EACH RELATIONSHIP IS UNIQUE.
WE COPE DIFFERENTLY. WE GRIEVE DIFFERENTLY.
AND THE TAKEAWAY HERE IS THIS IS NORMAL AND TO NOT JUDGE. WHAT WORKED FOR SOMEONE ELSE MIGHT NOT WORK FOR YOU.
WHAT WORKED IN THE PAST MIGHT NOT WORK NOW.
GRIEF IS AN EXPERIENCE WE HANDLE ONE DAY AT A TIME.

Jenn is the owner of the Wellness clinic right here in Brandon Mb, and Delsie is one of the many amazing counsellors there.

https://www.wellnessclinicbrandon.ca/ 

(https://www.wellnessclinicbrandon.ca/)

Grab yourself a cup of coffee and come listen to some light hearted girl talk, good for the soul kinda conversation!
Rachael shares with us about her life in LA, where her roots are back home, life on set, divorce and what dating is like for her today. She gives us all the tea on her up and coming movie “A Tourist’s Guide to Love”, coming to Netflix in April.
Sweet, hilarious and just one big heart full of love doesn’t do Rachael justice when describing her!

Today I sit down with the man behind the mask, Dr. Islur of First Glance in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
We dig deep into his life inside and outside of his ever growing and successful practice.
From being a private tennis instructor to now the most sought out cosmetic surgeon in the area today, and everything in between…we discuss it all. From the newest beauty trends, his view on implant illness, skin care on a budget, and date nights with his wife, there’s not much that we don’t touch on. In this episode Dr. Islur is an open book and let me tell ya, what a book!

To find out more about Dr. Islur and his practice, The First Glance, please find social media links below

https://instagram.com/drislur?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=

https://instagram.com/the_first_glance?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=

https://thefirstglance.ca/

Top 5 things you need to know if you want weight loss in 2023!

Today I sit down with Alicia and Josee from YWWL (Your Way Weight Loss)
They share their own personal stories with battling weight loss and gaining.
Now they are on a mission to spread awareness to others who struggle and setting them up for success with the proper mindset tools. Their program is unique and so much more than your hamster wheel of meal plans, calorie counting and everything else the diet culture has made us believe we need for weight loss. They are living proof that weight loss is actually simple, once you get your mindset right around your relationship with food. In fact they just released a must see documentary on eating only Tim Horton’s for one month which left them with a combined total of over 110 donuts eaten within 30 days. Eating 3 Tim Horton meals a day plus donuts for snacks they ended up losing weight at the end of the challenge.
I left this discussion with so many ah ha moments. The conversation was not only good for my mind but my soul.

Would you eat a donut a day documentary
https://vimeo.com/713391981 

YWWL Instagram link
https://instagram.com/yourwayweightloss?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=

YWWL website
https://linktr.ee/YWWL 

Today I sit down with a very inspiring human, Robin Pickering of Vancouver Island. Together we talk about how no matter where you are doesn’t determine where you can go. If you're feeling stuck currently in your own damn way, here’s a great episode for you to listen too.

I’m so excited to also mention that Robin will be offering private coaching in the early part of the new year. 

“After living a life of drugs and alcohol, toxic relationships, no coping skills, struggling with health and habits that made me feel horrible mentally and physically, I’ve pulled myself out of this vicious cycle I was in. I had zero knowledge in health, nutrition, and fitness and was stuck in this “diet culture” mentality.
I knew I needed a change and it took me years to get there, but I never gave up. I kept trying over and over again and managed to seek help with both my physical and mental health.
Having lived both lives, I know it’s not easy and I can see it from both ends and understand what it’s like to feel like you’re getting nowhere.
I want everyone to know that with a shift in mindset, some discipline, and guidance that aligns with you, you can truly achieve anything you desire.
I want to be a part of other peoples journey who are looking to better their habits through nutrition and movement.
With a holistic approach through nutrition, and my knowledge in training, I hope to help others get healthy, strong, and fall in love with a healthy sustainable lifestyle.”

-Robin

Today Mike and I sit down with Robert Broten, a Mental Health & Performance Coach.
We discuss the mental side of the game, the conversation between the parents and players and how to guide your son and/or daughter through the ups and downs of sports.
Robert is a mental performance coach working with junior, college and professional athletes to elevate their mental game to another level.
He is the founder and CEO of Align Your Mind Mental Coaching, a leader in sports mental health management working with athletes all over Canada, USA and Europe. Robert is a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Mental Emotional Release, and Hypnotherapy. Certified by the Association of Integrative Psychology in 2014.
He has the ability to quickly remove the mental blocks and limiting decisions within the mindset of an athlete. Robert provides the tools needed to perform at their best and reach their full potential. This has contributed to the success of many athletes at every level of sport.
With years of experience in a high-performance environment, Robert teaches athletes to be consistent in the way they manage their mindsets and bring their best performance consistently. He coaches players how to manage the emotions and challenges that they all encounter on their individual journey and how to build resilience to reach new heights.

Contact for Robert Broten
204.794.6463

bobert204@me.com

www.alignyourmind.ca 

https://instagram.com/alignyourhockeymind