You're Already Whole

Have you ever wondered…What is my purpose?Who did I come here to be?How can I experience more aliveness in each moment?Every moment and experience is an invitation to deepen our resilience, to expand our capacity for love, and to express our true essence. You are so appreciated, celebrated, loved and supported. It is safe to be you.Today is the final episode of Season 4 and the fabulous Chris-Anne Donnelly joins me. Together we explore how creativity, curiosity, and intuition can help us move through change with greater ease and trust in our transformation. It’s filled with gentle reminders, inspiring reflections and valuable tips that you can add into your life, right now — you’re going to love it :)A bit more about today’s guest:Chris-Anne is a deck creator, artist, and magic-maker, as well as a marketing strategist. She offers unique courses for creators that combine marketing and branding with manifestation and intuition. She successfully Kickstarted three independent card decks—The Light Seer's Tarot, The Muse Tarot, and The Sacred Creators Oracle—followed by The Tarot of Curious Creatures, all available through Hay House. She is a wealth of knowledge and a true gem in this world.Connect with Chris-Anne:Website: www.chris-anne.comIG: @pixiecurioThis episode was brought to you by:“How to Cultivate Calm + Ease” the transformative workshop that empowers teams to thrive through change.Anchored in mindfulness + nervous system regulation, this 60 minute interactive workshop guides teams into greater presence, engagement, creative thinking and inner peace.Learn simple tools to reframe your thinking, change your mood and energy AND feel more empowered + focused in each moment.Say goodbye to employee mental health leave, stress leave and employee turnover, and hello to team connection, productivity + success.Learn more HERE. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

What ways are you allowing yourself to create and tap into creativity?What feels alive within you and is rising to the surface to be expressed?When your body communicates with you, are you truly listening?The guidance within you is always present. It’s safe to come home to heart and to your body. You can trust yourself. You are worth the journey of returning to your truth and remembering your joy, your wholeness and your power, peace + potential.Everything in your life is an invitation. Follow the aliveness.A bit more about today’s guest:Christine is a yoga teacher and a creative expressionist, who moves through life honouring her inner-child, and finds true joy in connecting with others. Through movement and breath she rediscovered deeper layers of herself, and her yoga classes hold space for students to do the same.Since Yoga is Christine’s soft and safe landing space, her classes are known to create that same environment - one where people feel safe to access themselves - while also tapping into play and light heartedness.With creativity and expression at her core, Christine also enjoys breathing life into “old / discarded” items - beautifully transforming them into something new… reminding us that we are all meant to be different AND we all deserve to give ourselves another chance too. She believes that being able to change (anything) is one of life’s greatest and most cherished gifts. What would it feel like to give yourself another chance?Connect with Christine:Website: https://www.christinerolling.ca/IG: @chrstnrllngThis episode was brought to you by:“How to Cultivate Calm + Ease” the transformative workshop that empowers teams to thrive through change.Anchored in mindfulness + nervous system regulation, this 60 minute interactive workshop guides teams into greater presence, engagement, creative thinking and inner peace.Learn simple tools to reframe your thinking, change your mood and energy AND feel more empowered + focused in each moment.Say goodbye to employee mental health leave, stress leave and employee turnover, and hello to team connection, productivity + success.Learn more HERE. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

What do you want?For this world, for your health, for your impact, for your legacy, for your life — What do you truly, deeply most wholeheartedly want?It’s such a simple question…. yet it’s not one we often make space for, or ask our Self…It’s ok to not know. It’s ok if your answer is different than the path your own or the role your in right now. Getting honest with yourself and your vision for your life is the greatest gift you can give to yourself AND the world.YOU are here to learn, grow, adapt and evolve.A bit more about today’s guest:Jill Proud is a leadership coach, peer group facilitator, and founder of Vital Visionary—dedicated to helping Founders, CEOs, and their teams 10X their leadership confidence and impact. For over 20 years, she’s coached trailblazers across sectors—from Olympic athletes to multimillion-dollar entrepreneurs—guiding them to lead with purpose, vitality, and belonging.Jill’s work includes launching the South Georgian Bay chapter of the Women Presidents’ Organization, coaching for Canada’s national women’s hockey team, and advising top executives. Whether 1:1, with teams, or on stage, her work sparks clarity, confidence, and belonging. She brings bold energy, real-world insight, and a deep passion for unlocking the power of conscious leadership in action.Connect with Jill:https://jillproud.com/LI: Jill ProudIG: @jill_proud This episode was brought to you by:“How to Cultivate Calm + Ease” the transformative workshop that empowers teams to thrive through change.Anchored in mindfulness + nervous system regulation, this 60 minute interactive workshop guides teams into greater presence, engagement, creative thinking and inner peace.Learn simple tools to reframe your thinking, change your mood and energy AND feel more empowered + focused in each moment.Say goodbye to employee mental health leave, stress leave and employee turnover, and hello to team connection, productivity + success.Learn more HERE. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

“She believed she could, so she did.”Have you ever had an idea that turned into a bigger initiative, project, offering or event?Have you ever surprised yourself with your strength and power by completing a race or personal fitness goal that you hadn’t achieved before?Have you ever changed the trajectory of your life because deep down there was a whisper for something greater, different and more in alignment with the truth of your soul?If you answered yes to any of these questions then you are really gonna love this conversation!Sometimes, YES -  life can feel chaotic, uncertain and trigger discomfort… other times it reminds us of our own power + strength and guides us to something FAR greater than our conscious brain could ever imagine. Most often, life is a practice of surrender + choosing love and faith, as we take steps to align with our greatest passion + truth. Remember: Your pace + path is your own - honour your process :)A bit more about today’s guest:Alicia Tone is a Collingwood native who has been in the ovarian cancer research field for more than 20 years. She has a PhD in ovarian cancer biology from the University of Toronto, a post-doctoral fellowship in ovarian cancer genomics from the BC Cancer Agency and was a Scientific Associate at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto for 7 years prior to joining Ovarian Cancer Canada (OCC) in 2019. As Director of Research at OCC, she works closely with scientists, clinicians and patient advocates across Canada to drive research progress and change ovarian cancer outcomes. In 2020, Alicia founded “Run for Her” - an annual fundraising run/walk for ovarian cancer - as a passion project. This initiative has raised more than $75,000 for OCC to date, with a goal of surpassing $100,000 raised in 2025.Connect with Alicia:Website: https://runforher.ca/IG: @alicia_runforherArticle in Collingwood TodayThis episode was brought to you by:“How to Cultivate Calm + Ease” the transformative workshop that empowers teams to thrive through change.Anchored in mindfulness + nervous system regulation, this 60 minute interactive workshop guides teams into greater presence, engagement, creative thinking and inner peace.Learn simple tools to reframe your thinking, change your mood and energy AND feel more empowered + focused in each moment.Say goodbye to employee mental health leave, stress leave and employee turnover, and hello to team connection, productivity + success.Learn more HERE. If you enjoyed this episode, please download it, share it or leave us a review.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

What if you approach uncertain moments and hazy next steps with the mindset: “I wonder who I’m going to be at the end of this experience?” - Jess FlynnJust because you don’t know all the steps or have never carved your own path, doesn’t mean you can’t do it. Living the biggest, most beautiful life is for EVERYONE, not reserved for a select few.A bit more about today’s guest:Jessica Flynn is an Award-Winning Educator, Best-Selling Author, TV Host, and Entrepreneur. With an unyielding commitment to empowerment, quality education, and community, Jessica is a multifaceted force driving positive change. Her journey is a dynamic tapestry of diverse experiences and accomplishments, reflecting the belief that as humans, we are many things at once.Jessica is a catalyst for inspired learning, fostering an environment of empowerment, collaboration, and growth. Her multi-faceted approach, reflected in her roles as an author (One Decision Away), business consultant (The Flynn Collaboration), and educator (The YOU Power Project and The Academy of South Georgian Bay), positions her as a thought leader on the cutting edge of educational and professional innovation.When she is not in the office, you can find Jessica on the rocky shores of Georgian Bay, alongside her husband and 2 young children and an impeccable canvas of ambitious and beautiful family and friends.Connect with Jessica:IG: @thejessicaflynnwww.thejessicaflynn.com (speaking)www.theflynncollaboration.com (consulting)IG: @theyoupowerprojectwww.theyoupowerproject.com (youth entrepreneurship)IG: @theacademysgbwww.theacademysgb.com (private school)Book referenced during the conversation: “Principle Of 18” - Eyal N Danon This episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates till Sept 21, 2025:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book HEREsave the tax for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program ---> Sign up HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection + ease - now :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Do you believe you can do anything you put your mind to?Do you believe in the power of food as medicine to support your health + vitality?What is your relationship with your intuition / your body?You are a healing machine. Your body literally recreates itself on a cellular level through healthy thoughts, nourishing food, sleep hydration.YOU are powerful beyond measure.A bit more about today’s guest:Terry Brancati is a visionary leader paving the way for women to reclaim their authentic gifts & anchor into their power as an infinite creator. She is passionate about holistic healing medicine from the Earth, raising the consciousness of the planet, and helping people create the life of their dreams. She’s a certified Holistic Nutritionist specializing in regenerative detoxification, 6 years as a transformational business coach serving 100+ clients, and is a certified transformational breath work facilitator, yoga teacher, and reiki healer. She has traveled around the world, lived in 4 different countries and is now on a mission to build a global movement guiding women back to health and vitality. Connect with Terry: IG: @terry.brancati  Website: Terry.brancatiThis episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

"When you're on the brink of wanting to burn your business or life to the ground - keep going - you're about to experience a big transformation." - Amanda Wilson-CiocciDo you allow change to transform you and soften your edges? Or, do you let it harden you and find that you close yourself off from life + possibilities?When you think about transformation, is there a symbol, a feeling, or an image that comes to mind?What tools do you turn to when life gets tricky?Life is full of dark + messy AND bright + spacious moments. Learning to embrace them all helps the journey of life feel more enjoyable :)A bit more about today’s guest:Amanda Wilson-Ciocci is a two-time best-selling author, business strategist and proud mama of three. As the Founder of The Monarch & Co., Monarch Momentum Community, and Monarch Publishing House, Amanda has spent over 20 years helping heart-centered visionary entrepreneurs get clear, confident, and deeply connected to their purpose. She’s passionate about guiding visionary leaders to grow their impact, build legacy, and do the work they love—without losing themselves along the way. Her mission?  To help you step into your brilliance, expand your influence, and build businesses that leave the world better than you found it. It’s the butterfly effect!Connect with Amanda:Website: www.themonarchandco.comIG: @themonarchandcoLI: Amanda Wilson-CiocciEmail: [email protected] episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Movement, breath, mindset and love are key ingredients for your happiness and wellbeing.What practices or tools do you turn to for stability and grounding when life feels intense, overwhelming or like it’s constantly shifting?How do you process uncomfortable emotions?How do you honour the rhythm and seasonality of your life?Life isn’t happening TO you. It’s happening FOR you and unfolding through you.A bit more about today’s guest:Brooke is the founder of Dance Alchemy, is an intuitive business coach and somatic healer and has been facilitating transformational dance and healing spaces for people all over the world for over 15 years for over 100,000 people. With a background in Psychology, years of healing, intuitive, coaching and personal development trainings, she has taught hundreds of people to become dance healing facilitators as a Master Trainer and International presenter for various companies before starting her own. She has a passion for facilitating transformational experiences through movement and dance. Brooke has created a unique method and certification called Dance Alchemy Somatic and Embodiment certification which supports people in creating powerful, deep, somatic healing experiences for their clients through movement medicine!Connect with Brooke:Website: www.brookeyantzi.comWebsite for Dance Alchemy: www.brookeyantzi.com/dance-alchemyIG: @brookejillianyantzi IG: @dancealchemyglobalThis episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

“One of the most rebellious things you can do in your life, is feel joy” - Natasha BeddingfieldWhat do you most desire for your life right now?How often do you allow yourself to indulge in joy, fun and rest before work?Do you embrace uncertainty or do you resist it?Living the life of your dreams takes courage, self-awareness, presence and unwavering self-belief… sometimes we literally have to “fake it” until we become the version of ourselves we know we are here to be.A bit more about today’s guest:Victoria Marshman is a passionate entrepreneur, coach, and community leader dedicated to empowering women. Since 2015, she has launched and scaled three companies, raised over $300,000 for Canadian charities, and been featured in Vogue, Toronto Star, CTV, and National Post. She is the Co-founder of Mave & Chez, a luxury ergonomic slipper brand designed for women, by women. In under two years, Mave & Chez secured a deal on Dragon’s Den, launched in Nordstrom, served over 6,000 customers, and raised over $1 million from investors. A former competitive dancer, Victoria is deeply committed to women’s health and mentorship through her coaching practice, Unstoppably YOU, helping female entrepreneurs grow purpose-driven brands and build their legacies.Connect with Victoria:Website: victoriamarshman.caIG: @victoria_marshmanCheck out Mave & Chez:Website: https://maveandchez.comIG: @maveandchezSpecial discount code for Mave & Chez: ALREADYWHOLE15Book Suggestion: 5am Club - Robin SharmaThis episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Have you ever heard change described as the vehicle for abundance?Have you ever noticed that you actively create change in your life everyday?How would your life expand if you viewed change as an empowering experience vs a victimized one?Change and transformation truly are empowering experiences… it most often comes down to our mindset AND our mind-body connection.It’s an honour to have you with us for this mindset-shifting episode with myself and guest, Jen Scholte allll about change + transformation  :) It is filled with gems of wisdom, refreshing insights AND tips that you can add into your life, starting right now - you’re gonna love it.A bit more about today’s guest:Jen Scholte is a real estate leader, certified business coach, and author who empowers entrepreneurs to thrive through systems, mindset, and strategy. With over two decades of experience navigating change—from personal adversity to global market crises—Jen has built a resilient career rooted in purpose and community. She is the author of Launch, Deliver & Make Money, a guide that equips realtors with the tools to grow and scale with integrity. Through her coaching, Jen helps people move from chaos to clarity, encouraging them to uncover their "why" and create a business—and life—by design.Connect with Jen:Website: JenScholte.comIG:Jen.ScholteEmail: [email protected] episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

“There is so much joy in keeping what we love. There is so much freedom in letting the rest go.” - Emily RandHow do you feel about your home or in your most personal spaces?When you think of home organization, what do you experience (sensation / emotion) in your body?Have you ever considered how the organization of your home is directly linked to your happiness, health and wellbeing?Structure and organization (not perfection) leads to freedom, and when you feel safe, grounded and at ease in your life you feel most confident in your choices as well :)It’s an honour to have you with us for this amazing episode with me and Emily Rand - alllll about transformation + hone organization :) It is filled with gems of wisdom, refreshing insights AND tips that you can add into your life, starting right now - you’re gonna love it.A bit more about today’s guest:Emily Rand is the Owner + Founder Joyful Homes which helps busy women and families declutter, organize, and reclaim the joy in their homes, so that they can free up space, time, and energy for what they truly love. As a mom of two young children, and having a background in Physical & Health Education and Health Promotion, Emily understands how clutter can affect our physical, mental + emotional health and well-being. After going through a deep declutter and organizing journey in her own life, Emily started Joyful Homes to help others transform their spaces. With her non-judgmental support and expert guidance, clients decide what to keep or let go of, know where to functionally store everything, and gain the systems and skills to stay organized.Connect with Emily:https://joyfulhomes.ca/ IG: @joyfulhomes.caThis episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Welcome to Season 4 of the podcast! Who were you before the world told you who you should be?What did you love as a child?What did you daydream about?How did you express yourself?None of it is random. In fact, it’s likely still a big part of your passion, purpose and desire. It’s an honour to have you with us for this amazing episode with me and Shirlee Williams - alllll about transformation :) It is filled with gems of wisdom, refreshing insights AND tips that you can add into your life, starting right now - you’re gonna love it.A bit more about today’s guest: Shirlee is a powerhouse of presence, blending ancient practices with modern life in the most real, grounded, and soul-shakingly joyful way. With over two decades of experience, she’s not just a yoga teacher —she’s a facilitator of transformation, a mentor for teachers ready to rise, and a retreat leader who curates unforgettable experiences that crack hearts open and lights souls on fire.Known for her signature mix of wisdom, humour, and soul, Shirlee brings yoga off the mat and into the messy beauty of everyday life. Whether she’s guiding breathwork in the jungle, holding space for a breakthrough moment, or dropping truth bombs between asanas, her mission is clear: to help you remember who you are and share your light unapologetically.Connect with Shirlee:https://www.shirleewilliams.com/IG: @shirleewilliamslivingYoutube: @shirleewilliamslivingTikTok: @shirleewilliamslivingThis episode was brought to you by:My “3 Summer Specials”. Enjoy discounted rates all summer long (July / Aug 2025) on:1-on-1 breathwork + somatic release sessions1-on-1 Spa Yoga + Meditation sessions----> Book your session HEREsave the tax when you sign for 1-on-1 coaching via the RECALIBRATE Method Program in July or August ---> Learn more HEREEnjoy true health - vitality, happiness, connection and ease - this summer season :)If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

In today’s episode I emphasize the MANY gems of wisdom from ALL the conversations had in Season 3.You'll gain more insights about Health + Wellbeing, and you'll likely feel motivated to make a few simple tweaks to optimize your own health, too.It's quick, valuable and includes a personal share to tie it all together :)You're gonna love it!This episode was brought to you by:The RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with confidence and ease.Being YOU never felt so good.Learn more HERE.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

What you seek is seeking you - RumiYour body is a complex, beautiful eco system that is ALWAYS communicating with you - are you listening? What if you see your body as a friend, an ally, a wise teacher - someone to work with towards your greatest wellbeing instead of seeing your body as the “problem” and trying to conquer it?What if you trust your own process and the timing of your evolution / expansion?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the fabulous Brittany Bird. We’re exploring the topic of health - specifically how having a multifaceted approach to your wellbeing and learning to effectively process your emotions - is key to THRIVING vs surviving through your life. It’s truly an empowering conversation, with LOADS of gems of wisdom!You’re gonna love it.A bit more about today’s guest:With a passion for whole-body healing, Brittany Bird is a Manual Osteopath, BodyTalk Practitioner, and Personal Trainer dedicated to helping people move, feel, and live better. She blends science-backed therapies with holistic wisdom, addressing the body’s structural, emotional, and energetic layers for true well-being.Brittany is also a PhD & Doctorate candidate in Integrative Medicine and an expert in Ion Cyclotron Resonance (ICR) therapy, making her a leader in cutting-edge, non-invasive health solutions. As the Chief Medical Device Educator & Advisor for innovative Italian medical technology, she teaches professionals across North America how to optimize patient care.Her approach? Empowerment through knowledge. Whether through 1:1 treatments, education, or speaking engagements, Brittany helps clients and practitioners bridge the gap between modern science and holistic healing—because true health is about balance, awareness, and adaptability.Connect with Brittany:IG: @brittanyabirdWebsite: www.totalitytherapies.comThis episode was brought to you by:The RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with confidence and ease.Being YOU never felt so good.Learn more HERE.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

What is your relationship with food? Do you love to prepare meals, cook and bake? Or do you see it as a chore or more of a necessity?Do you ever notice how food makes you feel? Energized + grounded or tired, jumpy or bloated?Did you know that healthy fats help to balance hormones and support our cardiovascular health as we age?Did you know that as our hormones shift, our protein, fibre and fat intake changes too?In today’s episode I’m chatting again with the amazing Shannon Gale. We’re continuing our conversation from the last episode about the hormone changes we experience in perimenopause, menopause and post menopause - with a focus on nutrition. It’s truly an empowering conversation, with tips to elevate the way your nourish your body, starting right now :) You’re gonna love it.A bit more about Shannon:Shannon is a Registered Kinesiologist and Certified Nutrition Coach with over 20 years experience in public health. She’s also an educational instructor at McMaster University, where she teaches the Health and Wellness Coaching program. Shannon holds a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science from the University of British Columbia and is the founder and CEO of Success In Seven, an online coaching program designed to help women achieve their health and wellness goals.When she’s not coaching or teaching, you’ll find Shannon outdoors—hiking, biking, horseback riding, or carving up the slopes on her snowboard.Connect with Shannon:https://www.successin7.ca/IG: @success.in.7Youtube: @successinsevenLI: Shannon Gale*** Download her FREE Guide for Optimal Hormone Health HERE ***This episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to live a more mindful life, then RECALIBRATE Method is for you! Learn more HERE.And if you enjoyed this episode, please downlaod it, share it and leave us a review - it helps us so much :)If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Did you know that as we age and our hormones change, our workouts and nutrition needs change too?Did you know that strength training is foundational to living a healthy life as you age?Did you know that walking helps to stabilize blood sugar, reduce cortisol, promote a positive mindset and boost your energy and mood?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the amazing Shannon Gale. We’re exploring the topic of strength training for women - specifically diving deeper into a discussion about the hormone changes we experience in perimenopause, menopause and post menopause. It’s truly a lovely and enlightening conversation :) You’re gonna love it.Some key points to take away:health = JOY - does your life bring you joy? If not, how can you change your lifestyle + activities, so you feel joyful and good most of the time?some benefits of strength training: building bone density, maintaining muscle mass, supporting joint health, reducing injury + improving mental healthaim to be 1% better each week - make micro changes so you can sustain them and compound them overtime :)A bit more about Shannon:Shannon is a Registered Kinesiologist and Certified Nutrition Coach with over 20 years experience in public health. She’s also an educational instructor at McMaster University, where she teaches the Health and Wellness Coaching program. Shannon holds a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science from the University of British Columbia and is the founder and CEO of Success In Seven, an online coaching program designed to help women achieve their health and wellness goals.With a strong background in motivational interviewing and a passion for evidence-based exercise and nutrition, Shannon has taught workshops and developed impactful programs across South Georgian Bay. She’s dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where women can thrive.Connect with Shannon:https://www.successin7.ca/IG: @success.in.7Youtube: @successinsevenLI: Shannon GaleThis episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to live a more mindful life, then RECALIBRATE Method is for you! Learn more here: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/recalibratemethodprogram/Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Have you ever...felt like life is passing you by and you’re just sitting on the sidelines watching?based a decision about something in YOUR life, on the opinions of many people vs. simply honouring the whisper your heart?stopped short on a dream because you’re afraid of what other people will think about it or you?considered the relationship between your mindset and your overall health + wellbeing?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the wonderful Liz Comuzzi about the power of mindset, taking time to truly get to know yourself + tips to overcome in decision and fear of failure - two things that often hold us back from living a bold + authentic life. It’s a beautiful heartfelt conversation with many actionable tools :) You’re gonna love it.Some key points to take away:your life is not a dress rehearsal - go after what you want - it’s in your heart and mind for a reason :)your next chapter begins the moment YOU decidepeople really don’t care what you’re doing - if you are happy, healthy, kind and in love with your life - they feel that and are inspired to live more fully tooA bit more about Liz:Liz Comuzzi, who once traded corporate HR for a front-row seat, is approachable and dedicated to empowering purpose-driven women 45+ to ditch regrets and design lives they actually love.  As a living, breathing testament to reinvention, Liz coaches women to unlock their next chapter with strategies for clarity, confidence, and unapologetic success without the corporate jargon.  Liz refers to this stage of life as the Encore Act.From redefining priorities to smashing glass ceilings (or chucking them altogether), Liz coaches women to live boldly and unapologetically. With a mix of insight, humour, and straight talk, Liz is proof that it is never too late to pivot, thrive, and live on your own terms.Connect with Liz:IG: @the_encoreactAnd a special thank you to today's sponsor:This episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to overcome indecision or fear of failure, or you desire to feel confident + at ease in everyday life, RECALIBRATE Method is for you!Learn more: www.ediegudaitiswellness.com/recalibratemethodprogramDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

When you hear the words beauty + fashion, what pops into your mind? How do you feel? Excited? Overwhelmed? Curious? Put off?Do ever notice how what you wear - or - what you put on your skin makes you feel?When you think about your clothes - do you see them as a form of self-expression? Do you feel that investing in skincare is frivolous? How do you describe health… and beauty?In today’s episode I’m chatting with Susan + Nicole Bishop - the amazing mother-daughter duo and co-owners of Bishop Consignment and Bishop Botanicals, based in Collingwood, ON. We’re exploring the landscape of beauty, fashion, skincare and health. This is NOT your “normal” conversation on these topics - it’s real, raw and a breath of fresh air! You’re gonna love it.A bit more about today’s guests:Susan & Nicole Bishop are the faces behind both Bishop Botanicals skincare & Bishop Consignment clothing. Together they craft nutrient-rich skincare that is full of high quality ingredients & free from harmful chemicals as well as meticulously curated a beautiful consignment collection that includes clothing, handbags, shoes & more. Both of their businesses live under one roof (in downtown Collingwood) & are driven by their mission to help people feel & be their best self. Connect with Nicole + Susan:https://bishopconsignment.com/https://www.bishopbotanicals.com/IG: @bishopconsignmentIG: @bishopbotanicalsThis episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to feel healthy, relaxed and more comfortable in your own skin + in the face of change, then RECALIBRATE Method is for you!A personalized program filled with simple practices to help you thrive through change, RECALIBRATE Method empowers you to live the truest, most beautiful life you can imagine :)Being YOU never felt so good.Lear more here: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/recalibratemethodprogram/Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

When was a time you felt totally alive + free? (It can be in your imagination too)What were you doing? Who were you with? Where were you? What were you wearing?BE in that moment right now - how do you feel, now?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the fabulous Rachel Molenda. We’re exploring the topics of dance, movement and music as foundations to our health + wellbeing. It’s a truly inspiring and uplifting conversation! You’re gonna loveeee it.Some key points to takeaway:the journey of self-discovery, healing + being human doesn’t have to be so serious - fun + play are KEY to health and longevitydance is a practice of remembering - it connects you with your soul in the truest most beautiful way + can transport you to a different time and place - bringing out the essence of who you really are - the YOU that might have become hidden or forgotten abouthealth = is taking care of your physical, mental emotional body - and also - following the JOY of your soul - so do the things that light you up - when you are happier - you feel betterA bit more about Rachel:Rachel Molenda, aka “DJ RAE”,  is a Sacred DJ and Mindset Coach ("Like Diplo and Tony Robbins if they had a baby") and the Creator of REUNION – an all women’s alcohol-free dance party. Rachel is loved for her authenticity, vulnerability and contagious energy. Rachel uses music, dance, mindset strategies and in-person experiences to help people remember their power and catapult them into doing the damn thing they were born to do.IG + TikTok: @rachelmmolendaWebsite: www.rachelmmolenda.comSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rachelmmolendaA bit more about REUNION:REUNION is an alcohol-free dance party for women to the sounds of popular and eclectic house mixes. Created by Rachel Molenda (aka "DJ RAE"), REUNION was inspired by the self-expressive, uplifting nature of the rave scene to give women a safe, judgment-free environment to remember who they really are and catapult them into living their most authentic life. The experience begins with an opening circle, followed by a guided movement warm-up into free-form dance and is completed with a closing circle.IG: @thereuniondanceparty Website: thereuniondanceparty.comBuy tickets for March 8th HEREThis episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to feel more alive in your life, aligned with your desires and in tune with your heart, then RECALIBRATE Method is for you!Learn moreDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Do you believe in intuition or energy? Do you believe in a “greater” presence around you?What’s your relationship with your body? Do you love yourself? Do you trust yourself? Do you appreciate + respect your body?How do you speak to yourself? How do you speak about yourself?In today’s episode I’m chatting with my friend and mentor, Jenn Walker. We’re exploring the topics of intuition, mindset and health. It’s a super fascinating conversation! You’re gonna love it.A bit more about Jenn:Jenn Walker has kayaked with Monkeys in Thailand, sailed the Nile in Egypt, summited Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, jumped out of a plane twice, and completed a 50-mile UltraMarathon once just to see if she could.That exuberance for life extends to her business where she helps heart-centered entrepreneurs tap into their limitless power and potential so that they can make the impact that they are meant to make in our World.A high-energy perspective shifter with unwavering positivity, Jenn’s philosophy is that business is a vehicle for massive personal growth and social change.Whether it be at a workshop, an event, or 1-on-1, Jenn leaves people inspired, motivated, and armed with tangible actionable tools to take and apply right away.Connect with Jenn:website: https://www.diveheartfirst.com/IG: @diveheartfirstThis episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to feel more alive in your life, aligned with your desires and in tune with your intuition, then RECALIBRATE Method is for you!A personalized program filled with simple practices to help you thrive through change, RECALIBRATE Method empowers you to live the truest, most amazing life you can imagine :)Being YOU never felt so good.Learn more here: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/recalibratemethodprogram/Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

How do you feel about the winter holiday season?Does it excite you?Does it bring a wave of dread or stress?Grief and other complex emotions can feel heightened around key dates - like the winter holiday season…So how do you navigate it all? What tools do you turn to for support and grounding? What practices do you enjoy to access your peace?In this episode we discuss the very real and natural experience of grief from the death of loved ones - and - some helpful tools to navigate the joy and complexity of the winter holiday season. It’s a really great  conversation! You’re gonna love it.These are some of the takeaways:Compassion, empathy and patience help to “soften the edges” of the intensity of grief - and - they help us access greater peace and connection through the healing journeyVulnerability deepens resilience - the more we share about life-altering experiences, the more we inspire people around us to share their stories; bringing light and love to “heavy” or painful memoriesWriting is a powerful tool to process the complexity of grief. You can brain dump what you feel, you can write a letter to your loved one or a past version of yourself, you can write a letter to your loved one who has passed on - or you can write poetry or us journal prompts. Writing is a meditative practice that helps us access and communicate the wisdom of our heart If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.And if you’re curious to learn more about “LET GO” - the breathwork + movement workshop on December 8th, please click here: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/schedule/To learn more about my online programs, please click here: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/online-programs/For 1-1 guidance +  upcoming class, workshop, retreat info or other inquiries, please reach out: [email protected] Kit:Kit Muir is an advocate for mental health and grief awareness, and is passionate about activism, performing and Queer art. After Kit's dad died of suicide 12 years ago, their family created James' Journey, an annual fundraiser, which raises money and awareness for mental health initiatives through the organization, Lumenus. In 2019, Kit started their Holistic business “Sit with Kit” to offer Reiki and Crystal Healing to individuals navigating change and grief. In addition to their business, Kit works in the EVS department of the Collingwood General Marine Hospital and volunteers at Hospice Georgian Triangle. Email: [email protected]: @sit_with_kit_Kit's moms card Info:"Love Notes by M". They are sold at Loved You Madly in Thornbury, ON. One dollar from every card goes to the mental health organization, Lumenus.Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

What is your response to change?Do you love it? Do you resist it?What if you shift your perspective and realize you are an expert at change?What if you trust that your brain is functioning perfectly and you are exactly where you’re meant to be?What if you could “stress proof” your brain and change your whole life experience with change?In this episode Jaime Armstrong is my guest and we explore change, Neuroplasticity + grief. It’s an awesome conversation! You’re gonna love it. These are the key takeaways:we are pros at change. Change is a constant in life. We are always changing because we are always evolving. Change is natural, and it can be fun and feel GOOD.Our brains are designed to keep us alive - for survival. Nothing is “wrong” if you feel fearful or angry about change - that’s a physiological survival response. Your brain is “doing” its primary job to keep you alive. AND as humans, we have the additional development of the brain to think about the past + future AND to observe our thoughts, tap into intuition, assert willpower to do / not do something, connect with logic and reason (judgement) and imaginationAnother definition of grief is - the awkward transition of doing something different. It’s about reestablishing connection with the person, place or thing that is no longer present in our life. Your loved one wants you to be ok and good as you remember them. You don’t have to love the change - and - you can still be ok through it.Death is a transition of form. It’s not final. Energy is never created or destroyed. We choose how we reconnect with loved ones (past and present). And as we navigate the awkwardness of the new chapter of our life, we meet ourselves with grace and compassion along the way If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.And if you’re seeking tools to navigate change or to process suppressed emotions from stressful or traumatic life experiences, I’m co-hosting a trauma-informed breathwork + movement workshop with Jenn Kerr from Healing Minds Counselling, at The Schoolhouse Collingwood on Sunday, December 8th: https://ediegudaitiswellnessbookinglink.as.me/schedule/3fab735c/?appointmentTypeIds[]=68594284If you’re not in the South Georgian Bay Area or the GTA, please check out my online programs for stress relief, grief and emotional regulation. They each include breathing practices and somatic release tools to help you navigate change with greater confidence and ease: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/online-programs/For 1-1 guidance, upcoming retreat info or other inquiries, please reach out: [email protected] about Jaime:Jaime is a Psychotherapist, comedian, spreaker + brain changer. She specializes in brain-based and transformational therapy approaches with extensive training in Rapid Resolution Therapy®, Emotional Pain Intervention®,and Brain-Based Clinical Hypnosis.Her mission is to revolutionize the way we think about and experience mental health and therapy. In 2023, Jaime launched her live show, An Evening With My Therapist™, which combines comedy and education to provide a therapeutic experience while having some serious fun!www.jaimearmstrong.com IG: @therapywithjaimeYoutube: @therapywithjaimeLI: Jaime ArmstrongHope you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

How comfortable are you feeling your emotions?What if you remember you have always done the best you could based on what you knew at the time?What if you had tools to support you in understanding + processing suppressed emotions so you feel better - more vibrant, free and at ease - now?Today the amazing Jenn Kerr is back and we're discussing how change + traumatic events can lead to major emotional dysregulation and suppression. It’s a really powerful  conversation! You’re gonna love it.These are the key takeaways:You are NOT your past. You have navigated life the best you could based on what you knew at the time. Self-compassion + curiosity is key as you take steps to process deeply suppressed emotionsEmotions are energy in motion - they are fluid - and meant to move vs being suppressed. They carry deep wisdom that guides us into greatest alignment, health and easeYou are the witness to your thoughts and your emotions. They are meant to flow through our awareness and activate us into action and / or to be processed out of our body at the moment they are felt (or as soon as it’s safe and appropriate)Cultivating safety + trust within yourself is KEY to processing deeply suppressed emotionsOften the fear we feel about feeling an emotion is much more intense and painful than the actual emotional releaseTrauma can be explained as the wound imprinted on us as the result of a major life-altering eventIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.And if you’re seeking tools to process suppressed emotions from stressful or traumatic life experiences, I’m co-hosting a trauma-informed breathwork + movement workshop with Jenn Kerr from Healing Minds Counselling (my guest today), at The Schoolhouse Collingwood on Sunday, December 8th: https://ediegudaitiswellnessbookinglink.as.me/schedule/3fab735c/?appointmentTypeIds[]=68594284If you’re not in the South Georgian Bay Area or the GTA, please check out my online programs for stress relief, grief and emotional regulation. They each include breathing practices and somatic release tools to help you navigate change with greater confidence and ease: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/online-programs/For 1-1 guidance, upcoming retreat info or other inquiries, please reach out: [email protected] bit more about Jenn Kerr:Jenn is a qualifying registered psychotherapist who owns a small private practice called Healing Minds Counselling. Jenn specializes in trauma informed therapy, where she works with clients who struggle with their present day lives due to traumatic experiences from their past.https://healing-mindscounselling.com/IG: @healingmindscounsellingDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Have you ever experienced immense joy and gratitude while also sensing deep sorrow or yearning for something no longer in your life?When you think of change what comes to mind?Is it memories of excitement? Is it memories of pain and loss?Change is constant and it reminds us of the temporary nature of life.When we resist change and grasp to the past or a future desire, we limit the endless source of love that’s always present and supporting us.In this episode Mikaela Millington and I explore the intersection of grief, change + mindfulness. You’re gonna love it.These are the key points to takeaway:practice pausing intentionally - within the pause we access peace + clarity practice non-attachment + neutrality - you are not your thoughts or any sensations you feel - you are the observer of your thoughts + emotions -  get curious about thembe open - allow life to surprise you (change + grief don't have to be hard experiences to navigate - there can be moments of fun, play and joy too - and in fact, play is a key ingredient to NS regulation / resilience)intentional rest is key to our health. As we prioritize and practice rest, we learn how much we crave it and benefit from it. Often 10min - 1 hour can give us a full reset and support us in navigating the variability of life with more trust and easepractice being where your feet are - the brain goes 90 miles a minute - our body moves much slower. It's ok to take time as you figure out you next step. Patience helps us to feel more at ease in the moment and in lifeIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.And if you’re navigating a big change right now or seeking tools to process grief from previous events, I’m hosting a workshop with Rooted Woodland “Grief, Grace + Gratitude” on Nov 9 in the Blue Mountains: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/schedule/And if you’re not in the GTA, please check out my online program, Journey Through Grief. It includes breathing practices and somatic release tools to help you process grief so you feel more integrated and at ease: https://edie-gudaitis-wellness.mykajabi.com/offers/h2hLngJQ/checkoutFor 1-1 guidance, upcoming retreat info or other inquiries, please reach out: [email protected] Mikaela:Mikaela is passionate about helping others create a life filled with purpose and intention. As a movement teacher and retreat facilitator based in Tofino, BC, Mikaela draws inspiration from the slow, intentional pace of life on Vancouver Island. This grounding lifestyle fuels her ability to offer transformational wellness and yoga retreats both locally in BC and internationally. And when she’s not teaching in Tofino or guest instructing in Vancouver, Mikaela shares her yoga and Pilates classes on her YouTube channel and offers mindful, personal development content on Instagram.www.mikmill.comYouTube: MIKMILLMOVEMENTIG: @mikmillHope you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

How do you relate to time?When was a moment in your life where you felt that time stopped, the world froze, and everything was still?How has life taught you about love?In this episode Ashley Lougheed joins me as we explore the topics of change, grief and love. It’s an amazing conversation! You’re gonna love it.These are the key takeaways from our conversation:time is our most precious resource - use it mindfullygrief is a living experience. It is the greatest act of love. It teaches us how to open our heart so we can experience the fullness / the truth of lifegrief is a combination of SO many emotions and the energy of it can literally support us in summiting mountains + navigating the curveballs of LIFE with grit unlike anything elsegrief encompasses darkness + heaviness AND lightness + joy - it is botha powerful tool to help you understand grief and process some of the emotions you might be feeling (from despair to gratitude) is through writing and expressing our experience with changeIf you’re navigating a big change right now or seeking tools to navigate grief + process the various emotions that can get stirred up by the discomfort of it all, I’m co-hosting a workshop with Jodie Heffren, owner of Rooted Woodland, called: “Grief, Grace + Gratitude” on Nov 9 in the Blue Mountains: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/schedule/And if you’re not in the GTA, please check out my online program, Journey Through Grief. It includes breathing practices and somatic release tools to help you process the emotions that arise during grief, so you feel more integrated and at ease with change: https://edie-gudaitis-wellness.mykajabi.com/offers/h2hLngJQ/checkoutFor 1-1 guidance, upcoming retreat info or other inquiries, please reach out: [email protected] about Ashley:Ashley is an author, speaker and the CEO and founder of Girl Time Inc., a social club for everyday women and women in business. Her mission is to create a community for women, one where they can collaborate and create life-long friendships, live a healthy and active lifestyle and inspire each other to grow both individually and as a whole.https://www.girltimeinc.ca/IG: @girltimeinc_ Hope you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Have you heard of human design?Have you heard of manifestation? If so, what comes to mind? Did you know that feeling relaxed + living your design - is a big part of receiving the manifestations you desire quicker and more regularly?Creating a daily routine to simply BE is a big part of transformation and living the life of your dreams.Today my beautiful friend Heather Beresford is here to join us, and we’re chatting manifestation, change and nervous system regulation… with a touch of human design :)These are the key points from our conversation:We are always manifesting - often it is overlooked because it’s so natural - and sometimes it’s what we don’t want because the fear based subconscious beliefs we think 90% of the time are so strongWhen we are living in chronic stress our nervous system is dysregulated, so it is challenging to clearly state what we desire because the higher functions of our brain are “offline” since we are focused on survivalEvery baby step / micro action towards your desire counts. Building a new neural pathway in our brain takes time (min 21 days + practice)Change is a natural part of life. Grief often accompanies change. Tools like breathwork and grounding techniques (orienting, earthing, visualization practices, hand on heart) can help you feel anchored within yourself + more empowered in your life as the exterior world shiftsThe more you listen to and trust your intuition, the easier your desired manifestations unfoldUnderstanding your human design can really help you consciously manifest and build the true life you deeply desireIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.And if you’re curious to learn more about healing from chronic stress, or desire to live a more mindful life, please check out the RECHARGE Program. It’s an 8 week self led program that blends simple breathing exercises and Spa Yoga to help you release stress + tension from body and mind: https://edie-gudaitis-wellness.mykajabi.com/offers/L2JyrWfA/checkoutA bit more about Heather:Heather is a writer, educator, guide and co-owner of Pearls in the Sky, an astrology and inner mystery school. She has formally studied literature, yoga, breathwork and the science of quantum healing. Her current passions include Human Design, the Gene Keys and the space between myths and meaning. Her teachings incorporate her love of language and symbolism, with a deep reverence for God, and the desire to see others shine with new facets of awareness. She believes that the truth is within and a great teacher will guide you back into your Self over and over [email protected]@pearlgirlsinthesky https://www.pearlsinthesky.comHope you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Have you ever witnessed someone close to you navigate the death of a loved one? Perhaps you yourself know loss on an intimate level. Grief can be such a heavy and awkward topic. Yet we all experience it. And, death and change are a part of life.Today we are bringing more light and conversation to death + grief - so it’s less uncomfortable and scary - and a bit more approachable…And the wonderful Jennifer Kerr is here to chat all things grief, loss, change and bereavement.Jennifer is a qualifying registered psychotherapist and has been a grief and bereavement counsellor at Hospice Georgian Triangle for over five years. Jennifer works primarily with complex grief and runs the disenfranchised support groups such as substance related grief and grief around sudden deaths. Continuing to meet the unique needs in the community, Jennifer has a passion for normalizing the grief and bereavement journey.https://hospicegeorgiantriangle.com/what-is-grief-counselling/These are the key points from our conversation:Grief is a natural response to change and intensifies with the death of a loved one based on the depth of connection shared with the personGrief is complex. It often includes a range of emotions. It’s not linear and can take time to process. There is not right way and no timeline with grief.Your feelings are not too much. You are not a burden. It’s ok / encouraged to reach out for support.Death is life changing for the people grieving the loved one. Be gentle with yourself as you adjust and change and adapt to your “new normal”.when we are living in chronic stress our nervous system is dysregulated, so big changes - like the death of a loved one can create a stronger stress response of fight, flight or freeze. When this happens, it is challenging to think and communicate clearly because the prefrontal cortex of the brain is “offline” since we are focused on survival. Simple tools like noticing your senses + body scanning can help you feel more grounded when you feel out of whack. Breathing exercises, Walking, running and yoga can be especially helpful to process bigger waves of grief and support nervous system regulation If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.And if you’re curious to learn more about navigating grief, please see my program Journey Through Grief: https://edie-gudaitis-wellness.mykajabi.com/offers/h2hLngJQ/checkoutAnd if you live in the South Georgian Bay Area and are seeking group bereavement services, please visit the Hospice Georgian Triangle website: https://hospicegeorgiantriangle.com/Hope you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Have you ever experienced a big change?Perhaps you moved, navigated an injury recovery, changed careers or had a loved one pass away…Or perhaps you’re now a mom or an empty nester and processing grief related to how your life used to be…Whatever the change, then this episode is for you :)Today we are taking a deeper dive into change and grief with the lovely Jodie Heffren - a nurse, bestselling author, breathwork + cold therapy guide and the owner + founder of Rooted Woodland.And, Jodie and I are excited to share that we are hosting the second “Grief, Grace + Gratitude Workshop” on Saturday Nov 9 at her beautiful property in The Blue Mountains Ontario. This workshop is open to everyone and is for anyone navigating change or loss: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/schedule/These are the key points from our conversation:Change is a natural part of life. Grief often accompanies change. Tools like breathwork and grounding techniques (orienting, earthing, visualization practices, hand on heart) can help you feel anchored within yourself + more empowered in your life as the exterior world shiftsWe all process grief differently - it’s ok to feel what you feel + go at your own pace. The main thing is to process it - don’t suppress itVulnerability is your superpower. By speaking about how you feel + asking for support, you inspire other people to speak up as well Community is everything. We are relational beings and we heal on the individual and collective level. For resources to meet conscious and welcoming communities, reach out to Jodie or EdiePractice. Practice. Practice. Connecting with your breath everyday + taking time to check in with your senses is incredibly supportive for your nervous system health and can help you shift out of a stress response with more ease when you are triggered in the momentIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.A bit more about Jodie:Jodie Heffren is a Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience and a certified breathwork and cold plunge facilitator. Jodie courageously pursued her dream of escaping city life in 2022, finding solace and inspiration in the forest. The magic of the forest led to her to create Rooted Woodland—a 42-acre forest sanctuary in Ontario’s Blue Mountain region. Here, she shares her gift of healing and tranquility, guiding guests on transformative journeys of self-discovery through forest bathing, cold immersion, and contrast therapy.Connect on IG: @rootedwoodlandHope you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Grief is like an itchy sweater that you can’t take off.Sometimes it’s the only thing we can think about. Sometimes we get distracted by life and it becomes a dull sensation in the background or disappears all together. Until we get triggered and reminded of a memory..What is your relationship with grief? What have you learned from leaning into discomfort and being brave?In this episode we explore grief, bravery, forgiveness and gratitude. You’re gonna love it :)And if you’re navigating a big change right now or seeking tools to process grief from previous events, I’m hosting a workshop with Rooted Woodland “Grief, Grace + Gratitude” on Nov 9 in the Blue Mountains: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/schedule/And if you’re not in the GTA, please check out my online program, Journey Through Grief. It includes breathing practices and somatic release tools to help you process grief so you feel more integrated and at ease: https://edie-gudaitis-wellness.mykajabi.com/offers/h2hLngJQ/checkoutThese are the key points from our conversation:There is no “right way” to grieve. We all process it differently based on our own relationship and attachment with the loved one who has passed and we all express our emotions differently - based on what feels safe within our own bodyIt’s not about getting over grief. It’s something we move through. It’s important to process the emotions when we feel them, so we gain the deeper wisdom beneath them.Often our own fear of the immensity of grief or our judgement / criticism of our experience with the emotions we feel, intensifies our pain and suffering. When we neutrally observe the sensations and allow them to move through us, we notice they often aren’t as bad as we imagined they might be Forgiveness is the pathway to freedom. We forgive to feel free + at peace within our own heart. And we forgive others to bring peace and space the relationship we sharedChoose to be brave + vulnerable. It supports your resilience as you continue to grow + move through lifeRemember to practice gratitude. It helps you see the gifts and lessons in ALL of your experiences (the joyful + peaceful and the more painful ones) and it expands your capacity to give and receive loveIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review - it helps us so much. And if you know someone who might love it too, please share + download it or comment below.For all other inquiries, please reach out: [email protected] bit more about Sarah:Sarah Kinlin is a professional speaker, mindset & leadership coach and educator who is nurturing busy corporate moms to go from tired and overwhelmed to rested and focused, with the right balance of grit and [email protected] you have a wonderful week :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

There's a saying: "we are what we eat"...And it's true - what, when and how we eat contributes to our overall health, wellbeing and longevity.What we eat impacts how we feel. How we feel about ourselves + food in general, impacts what, when and how we eat - it's all intricately linked.When we feel stressed out we're more likely skip meals, or go for the quick fix, or self-soothe with "comfort" foods.Butttttt when we eat comfort foods all the time lots of carbs, sugar and fat - and later at night - it places additional stress on our digestive system.Why? because decadent foods are a lot to digest + when eating them late at night, our metabolism is slowing down for sleep, so the combination creates more stress on our body than actual relief.Quick fixes, are OK once in a while. They are not recommended everyday - especially if we're already experiencing IBS, bloating, gas, GERD, sleep issues, brain fog, low libido or other imbalances.In this episode, Leah and I dive a bit deeper into:- our eating habits + food choices- how... what, when and how we eat helps us feel + be our best while also reducing stress in our body and mindAND- mindset: how our relationship with food - our judgments, narratives or negative self talk about it, impacts our choices... Ultimately, when we feel good in our body, we're more active. When we're more active, we crave healthier foods - like lean protein and more produce. Whereas, when we feel disconnected, stressed or overwhelmed all the time, we're more likely to binge watch TV, eat "junk food" and retreat from social opportunities or exercise routines. It's a really great episode! We're excited for you to give it a listen :)A bit more about Leah:Leah is a Registered Dietitian with over 15  years of experience specializing in women’s weight loss, wellness, and habit change. She’s passionate about empowering you to elevate your health, nutrition, and mindset so you can feel confident in your skin, connected to your body, and have the energy to do more of the things that make you feel alive. Leah’s known for her no-BS and practical approach to living a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Her “thing” is helping you get out of your own way so you can take consistent action and be the healthiest, most vibrant and powerful version of you!Connect with Leah on IG: @leahvandolderDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Ladies - this one is for you!How do you define beauty? How do you define success? How to you feel about your appearance?Are those actually *your* definitions? Or are they societal norms that you strive to uphold... yet don't fully align with now?This episode is part 1 of 2 with Leah. In this episode we dive deep into beauty norms, societal definitions of success, being HEALTHY vs. skinny and more!Listen along to learn how stress might be infiltrating your life and derailing your health and fitness goals...I LOVED doing this interview - there are so many gems about how to manage weight goals and stress levels with mindset, movement and eating habits.A bit more about Leah Van Dolder:Leah is a Registered Dietitian with over 15  years of experience specializing in women’s weight loss, wellness, and habit change. She’s passionate about empowering you to elevate your health, nutrition, and mindset so you can feel confident in your skin, connected to your body, and have the energy to do more of the things that make you feel alive. Leah’s known for her no-BS and practical approach to living a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Her “thing” is helping you get out of your own way so you can take consistent action and be the healthiest, most vibrant and powerful version of you!Connect with Leah on IG: @leahvandolderDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

How often do you check in, and notice your breathing? The pace, depth, frequency, temperature.Our breath is an amazing tool and teacher within us. Our breath can help indicate when we are locked in a sympathetic stress response AND in a relaxed state. And our breath is the fastest tool to help shift from stress + tension to presence and ease.For this reason (and many more) breathing is essential to managing + reducing stress.When locked in a fight / flight response, the breath is short, fast and shallow (predominantly felt in the chest and shoulders).When in a state of flow, joy and comfort, the breath is longer, deeper and slower (reaching into the low belly and expanding the full capacity of the lungs).In this episode, Ashlee and I discuss the power of the breath for nervous system regulation. The breath can help us process intense emotions (like fear, anger, anxiety and shame), cultivate inner calm, navigate challenging life experiences, AND more!Listen along to learn new ways to breathe, so you feel most present, connected and at ease - in all areas of your life - now :)A bit more about Ashlee Livingstone:Ashlee is a Personal Growth Coach and Breathwork Facilitator who holds space for people who hold a lot of space for others. Working with leaders, parents and community builders Ashlee helps them regulate their nervous system, better manage their stress and relationships, and learn to not only create space for themselves but move through their challenges so they can get back to supporting their clients, team and family.She works with people who cannot afford to stay stuck because they have lives to impact.Ashlee focuses on stress management, nervous system regulation, healthy sleep, emotional intelligence, limiting beliefs and self doubt. She knows from experience you cannot give from an empty cup and is on a mission to help her clients continue to make an impact without burning out or sacrificing their wellbeing in the process. Ashlee is a proud mom, wife, co-parent, and entrepreneur who has released the pressure of doing it all and embraces being present, intentional, and healthy.Connect with Ashlee:https://www.ourforte.ca/IG: @ashlee.livingstoneDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Unmanaged stress and anxiety can lead to various addictive tendencies / behaviours to self-soothe in the moment. In many cases, addictions serve as a distraction from the pain, uncertainty or discomfort of a situation. In North American culture, we are quick to judge addictions - most often linking them with substance abuse - like drugs and alcohol - when truthfully, people are addicted to work, fitness, social media, sugar, caffeine and more - yet it is't judged as harshly or seen as a "concern".In this episode, I interview Jeanne Foot about her work with helping clients heal from addictions, and how addictive patterns relate soooo deeply to unprocessed past trauma and chronic stress.Jeanne is the Founder of The Recovery Concierge, a boutique with a suite of services designed to help those struggling with the impact of substance. Jeanne is trained in Somatic Relational Therapy, Compassionate Inquire and is Certified International Addiction counsellor and Recovery Coach. She has been a guest on the "This Naked Mind Podcast" and "The SHAIR Podcast", and has been published in The Canadian Mental Health Journal on behalf of her contribution for herwork with The Family Navigation Project at Sunnybrook.You can find Jeanne at:Instagram: @the_recovery_concierge or the @theholisticreocveryspecialistTwitter: @recvryconciergeFacebook: http://facebook.co/therecoveryconciergeDisclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Often when we feel stressed out, anxious or super triggered we have disconnected with the intelligence of our body in some way.In certain instances we might need someone to guide us back into our body via guided breath practices, body scans or other modalities that they literally talk us through.In most everyday experiences, we can turn our focus within and guide ourselves back to our centre.In this episode I share super powerful tools to help you feel grounded, connected, powerful and present when triggered in the moment.The tools are all found within YOU.Tuning into your senses ---> orienting, tracking impulse, body scanning, mindful movement, placing a hand on your heart, noticing your breath and controlling your breathing + moreListen along to gain simple new tools. Enjoy! :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Ohhhhh the Vagus Nerve.A very important part of managing and reducing stress in the body.Put simply, the Vagus Nerve is the communicator between the brain and the body that signals the Sympathetic or Parasympathetic Nervous System to kick in during a stress response.The Vagus Nerve is not fully developed at childhood, thus experiences that we had between age 0 - 7 can greatly impact our perspective with fear and the strength of our communication signal between the brain and the body to communicate safety + relaxation or threat and protection.There are many exercises that can help us strengthen the signal between our brain and body via the Vagus Nerve so we more easily self-regulate in everyday life AND most especially during times of stress / discomfort.Happy Listening!Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

When we feel stressed it can throw everything out of whack - digestion, hormones, sleep, cognition, intimacy, performance, creativity and more.Sleep is foundational to our health + wellbeing.When we struggle with falling asleep, staying a sleep or waking up feeling rested, it's important to reflect on our morning + evening routine AND our thoughts.If we shoot out of bed in the morning and run full speed ahead into the day and just crash at night, we may not get the deeper sleep that supports us in feeling rested, responsive (vs reactive) and more at ease during the day.If we watch or read or listen to really intense / fear provoking content before bed, it can trigger a stress response leading to poor sleep and negatively influence our subconscious mind + our thoughts when we awake in the morning.Listen along to learn key tips / practices to reduce stress AND support your sleep cycle + productivity during the day :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Are you  a people pleaser?Do you ever associate with imposter syndrome?I know I have in the past. Both are connected to fear, lack and scarcity. With people pleasing there is often a fear that we will lose connection or be disliked if we don't meet the other persons needs - or - our assumption of them.With imposter syndrome, we often allow narratives anchored in shame (not being worthy of what we desire) and fear (not feeling ready, or not being, knowing or doing enough) to drive the bus.In both cases, they create a sense of dis-ease (lack of safety) within our body and can create feelings of stress, anxiety and overwhelm... As discussed in Episode 4, remembering that we create and give life meaning is a game changer.YOU can redefine words to improve your own wellbeing + support your own beliefs whenever you choose.Listen along to learn more :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

How do you define success?How do you define productivity?The meaning we give to words - or that we accept as the truth - can reduce OR increase feelings of stress in our life.Remembering that we create and give life meaning is a game changer.YOU can redefine words to improve your own wellbeing + support your own beliefs whenever you choose.Shifting my definitions of success and productivity helped me move out of burnout and into greater wellbeing.Listen along to learn more :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

To feel calm, grounded, stable and at ease in our life - especially in moments of change or uncertainty - we have to check in with our body AND our mind.This episode is about the basics / foundations of Nervous System Regulation :)Learn simple practices to help you communicate safety to your body in the moment - so you feel grounded and present amidst discomfort vs. anxious or triggered.The foundational tools are explained in simple language and references are applicable to everyday life - so you can start noticing patterns in your own life and making changes to self-regulate, NOW :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

Stress is something that we "do". We create it from our thoughts about a situation. When we believe all of the fearful or negative thoughts that float through our mind, we trigger a subtle (or major) fight, flight or freeze response - which can make us feel anxious and/or overwhelmed.We can choose to view the world through a lens of fear - or - through a lens of learning + growth.This episode is all about mindset and how emotions can trigger more feelings of stress.This episode is key for self-regulation :)All concepts are explained in simple language and references are applicable to everyday life - so you can start noticing patterns in your own life and making changes to self-regulate, NOW :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com

We hear the word "stress" all the time - yet do we actually know what it is, why it might affect us so intensely or what we can do about it?In this episode I explain how the stress cycle works, the 3 types of stress AND how it impacts our mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.This episode lays the foundation for the episodes that follow :)All concepts are explained in simple language and references are applicable to everyday life - so you can start noticing patterns in your own life and making changes to self-regulate, NOW :)Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com