EPISODE · Oct 22, 2023 · 30 MIN
A Chance Meeting
from No Magic Bullet Podcast - An Honest Discussion on Mental Health · host NoMagicBullet
SHOW NOTES “That's where I really rely on our traditional teachings because it speaks to humility, and understanding that your gifts are valuable. And everybody has gifts.”— Jillian MorrisTrigger Warning: This episode makes brief mention of self harm and addiction.On this episode of What’s In Your Toolbox: An Honest Discussion on Mental Health, host Bobby Koven shares a deep and open conversation with his guest Jillian Morris which started at a chance meeting in New Brunswick. In this conversation, Jillian shares some of the tools that her community uses to heal the indigenous communities in Ontario, and further expanding into Canada. A member of the Feather Carriers, Jillian is committed to community mobilization that enhances mental health and addictions and suicide prevention through a culturally appropriate training. One thing is for sure, Jillian will absolutely inspire you to take up a practice of gratitude for every element of life, which is an excellent tool to manage mental health.This episode discusses: ✔ The power and importance of storytelling✔ Connecting to your own spirituality through healing✔ Sharing your gifts as a way to contribute to a larger communityAbout Jillian:Jillian is Kanien’kehaka, a member of Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, and Poet Laureate for Collingwood. Jillian is a former federal public servant and in addition to writing, she is a researcher, creator, public engager, mother, wife, and bridge builder. Jillian is also a member of the Unity Collective where she finds endless reward in volunteering and working to build relationships, capacity, and understanding.Highlights: 00:01 Intro02:54 Meet Jillian Morris 08:35 The call to nature 10:02 Spirituality 11:21 Tools for healing 13:01 Jillian’s path of healing 15:15 Traditional teachings24:45 The Feather Carriers26:07 Jillian’s Amazing Support Team (JAST)26:51 The power of listening 30:17 Next episode Links: Connect with Jillian: https://www.jillianmorris.ca/instagram: @jk_morris_lessCollingwood Today: https://www.collingwoodtoday.ca/columns/kanikonhriio/columnWise Practices: https://wisepractices.ca/practices/feather-carriers/Subscribe to What's in your Toolbox? http://nomagicbullet.org/24/7 Crisis Support 1-888-893-8333
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SHOW NOTES “That's where I really rely on our traditional teachings because it speaks to humility, and understanding that your gifts are valuable. And everybody has gifts.” — Jillian Morris Trigger Warning: This episode makes brief mention of self harm and addiction. On this episode of What’s In Your Toolbox: An Honest Discussion on Mental Health, host Bobby Koven shares a deep and open conversation with his guest Jillian Morris which started at a chance meeting in New Brunswick.&n...
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