Śivani Howe is a Sannyasin and the Spiritual Director of Ishtadev Niwas Ashram, an off-grid retreat center and farm wherein she guides individuals through all aspects of living and embodying their true potential through foundations of love, service and Yoga Ecology. She has travelled the world speaking, channelling messages of love and teaching in ways that raise one’s consciousness and quality of life. Śivani’s “crazy life tales” can be read about in her first book - “The Yoga of Remembrance”. In this episode, Sivani shares her powerful wisdom and sacred healing experiences. Sivani shows up with authenticity, humility, truth, and grace. She teaches yoga with devotion and authenticity and offers real and beautiful yogic teachings. This episode is a huge gift to get to listen to! Sivani can be found online: Website: https://www.solaceandshine.ca Instagram: @solace_and_shine UPCOMING EVENT: Victoria Sound Meditation - Where land, heart and light codes come together. Sign Up! Find LINKS to Sivani’s divine offerings here: Roots&Wings Summer Capsules (monthly online sadhana): This program gives you access to a monthly spiritual practice and ongoing guidance to help you maintain moments of calm and genuine solace throughout your day. Victoria Sound Meditation - Where land, heart and light codes come together. This Co-Collaborative Sound Meditation for New Earth Connection with Śivani Howe promises an immersive experience, where the vibrational language of sound becomes the key to unlocking the light codes of a New Earth within and around us. Tattwa Shuddhi Meditation Retreat Come, retreat and practice the traditional and transformational technique of Tattwa Shuddhi (Elemental Purification) as a complete weekend Sadhana. Chakra Sadhana Immersion Come and immerse yourself as we take a journey together through the physical, energetic and esoteric aspects of the Chakras. Dragonfly's Song This curated 4-week sacred journey with weekly online capsules is designed to activate a direct experience of New Earth within you. Land's Breath Retreat The Land's Breath Retreat will provide a unique opportunity to explore the symbiotic relationship between nature and personal well-being, at the deepest levels. Podcast Sponsor: Four Visions Plant Medicine. Use the code: NIKITA at checkout https://fourvisions.com/?sca_ref=5419137.6PJNKn8bJL Thank you for being here! May you be blessed!
Our guest today is Rejan, the Founder of Whole Harmony Wellness! Rejan has a background in Holistic Nutrition and through working with hundreds of clients over the last decade, she has learned that our health and wellness go far beyond nutrition. She strongly believes that our emotional and spiritual well-being play the biggest role and has had the pleasure of bringing this into her coaching practice. Three years ago she threw herself head first into the world of spiritual growth and emotional healing through courses, certifications, books, podcasts, and self-exploration and has discovered her soul’s purpose of guiding others to reach their highest potential through Human Design, somatic practices like breathwork, and mindset/belief system work. She is a student of life and understands her role here to share her knowledge and wisdom with those seeking fulfillment in all aspects of their lives. This episode was highly valuable as Rejan shared a story that many can relate to-- one of separation, isolation, and fear, which directed her to her SPIRIT. I am so honoured to get to share this episode because Rejan has devoted herself to a path of well-being, which continues to include herself and others. Rejan shares these highly valuable tools: You are definitely NOT alone Everything is temporary Our beliefs truly do create our reality Awareness is always the first step Your mindset matters immensely Ask for help, be open to guidance, be open to receiving support, and TRUST that the universe will support you in your desires Find Rejan's multifaceted and incredible offerings including Human Design Coaching, Nutritional Support, Somatic Healing Reiki, and Holistic Programs HERE: Instagram - @whole.harmony.wellness Website - www.wholeharmony.ca Email - rejan@wholeharmony.ca Thank you, Rejan! We are blessed to know you! SPONSOR: Four Visions- Order here to support the podcast
Season 2- Episode 2: Rising through Love with Katie Branter Katie is the founder of Rise through Love, a personal development and spiritual health company. She is a retired doctor of naturopathic medicine and a certified executive coach. Katie is a human who has been through unimaginable loss and has made a choice to transcend her pain into service. She is an ambassador of the energy of love and believes we all can share our innate ability to love with our world. In this episode, Katie shares her sacred journey of love and liberation through the process of loss, pain, beauty, and laughter. Katie allows us into her world of grace initiated through vulnerability. One thing that is highlighted in this episode is the strength that arises through Katie’s ability to dig deep to rise strong. Katie serves as an inspiration for all of us! Stay tuned and connect with Katie to access her incredible offerings: Tik Tok: @KatieBranter Instagram: @risethroughlove Sponsor: Our beloved sponsor is Kottakkal Ayurveda. Learn Ayurveda or buy some of their incredible oils, soaps, or herbal preparations. Use the coupon code: Iamresilient Or the link below: https://www.idevaffiliate.com/33220/ May you be well!
Welcome back to the I AM RESILIENT.™️ Podcast. In this episode, I share some personal updates, thoughts and topics I’m currently exploring. It is an episode from the heart. I look forward to connecting throughout this journey! To be on the podcast or have your story read anonymously (now accepting psychedelic stories and healing stories), email blissandyoga@gmail.com
“When we don’t get our needs met as young children, we strive to meet them as adults.” -Sabrina Siwiec, The I AM RESILIENT. Podcast Sabrina is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Candidate currently located in Victoria, BC. After a successful career of 15 years in the wealth management field, Sabrina made the brave decision to confront her past and heal her own trauma. This led her on an incredibly transformative journey, which fueled her desire to help others do the same. Sabrina started a counselling practice working one-on-one with clients, as well as co-founded a startup to share holistic healing and practical tools to be well in an all-encompassing and holistic way. Sabrina shares her work in many forms and we are incredibly inspired to share some of these forms with you as you listen! In this episode, Sabrina shares her expertise and personal story of resilience. She offers us a glimpse into the profound healing and divine connection that is available to everyone! Sabrina delivers her heartfelt stories and tools that truly improve overall health, resilience, and well-being. She provides the life-changing story of her own childhood and how the trauma in her family manifested in her life. Most importantly, she shares what actually allowed her to move through it and directed her toward a more life-sustaining and empowered life. The Practices: Nature Journaling Books (The Gifts of Imperfection-Brene Brown) Therapy Exercise Compassion and Empathy I hope you enjoy this episode and take from it some practical tools. We loved today’s discussion and feel so honoured to share Sabrina’s voice and story with you! If you want to book in with Sabrina or learn more: https://counsellingwithsabrina.com/ Instagram: @counsellingwithsabrina Aligned and Unfiltered: @alignedandunfiltered (Podcast coming soon!) Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/counsellingwithsabrina
Episode 16: The Yin and Yang of Self-Compassion with Madi Innes, Crescent Moon Connections In this episode, we were able to speak with Madi Innes about a very important topic and tool: Self-Compassion. Self-compassion has been one of the most important tools identified by the I AM RESILIENT. Podcast guests, listeners, and collaborators. Being a human in the critical society we are currently living in, it is increasingly apparent that the most harmonious path forward is the path of compassion and with that, self-compassion. Shame, self-destruction, and guilt bring about actions that are both degrading to oneself and one another. This episode provides the listeners with a glimmer of what self-compassion entails and the profoundly beneficial impacts it is having in the world today. Madi explains the yin and yang of self-compassion, the importance of fierce self-compassion, the eternal practice of cultivating compassion, and more. Together, we link arms in sharing this topic that has found its way to us at a seemingly optimal time. Although this topic is new to many, it can be learned at any age. It is an honour to have Madi once again on the podcast. She brings tremendous light and inspiration. She serves as a mentor and guide for those in her community and circle as she pioneers her path of self-compassion. Madi is a practicing Youth and Family Counsellor. She is an advocate for supporting survivors of sexualized violence and volunteers through Warmland Womens Support Services Society. she is also the creator of Crescent Moon Connections, which offers strong and sacred opportunities for healing and growth. I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did! This topic is only going to continue to grow in popularity and we are delighted to perpetuate the movement. It is profound! You can find Madi here: Instagram: @crescent.moon.connections Website: www.crescentmoonconnections.com. Self-Compassion Resources Kristen Neff- https://self-compassion.org/ Fierce Self-Compassion: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/006299106X/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=selfcompassio-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=006299106X&linkId=72510bb0e43a8507025d9e3713f047e2 Self Compassion: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061733520/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0061733520&linkCode=as2&tag=selfcompassio-20&linkId=88965173bdbb2bdb51563a0f2da026b4
“What we are drawn toward shows us where we are at” Aeryana Castley, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast 2022 Aeryana Castley is the Founder, Culture Design Media Creator & Coach at INTRINSIQ - Inner Life Alchemy, the Birthplace of AttuneMints™ and The Praqtice™. She is devoted to helping people achieve highly leveraged lives of purpose and deeply regenerative relationships starting with Self-Aware Self Care Sovereignty. In this episode, Aeryana joins I AM RESILIENT. From Costa Rica where she is breathing life into transformative projects, which she will be offering to others in the near future. Aeryana shares effective systems for resilience including The Crazy 8, having a framework larger than Self, disconfirming experiences, and having a tribe. She teaches her Pause-Pivot-Practice tool and shares a profound story of her own resilience. Additionally, Aeryana reminds us to be the creators that we are designed to be to enable resilience in the world. This episode is deeply inspiring and medicinal. Aeryana is deeply attuned to herself, others, and nature. She synthesizes sincere wisdom and experience with sacred and transformational tools to assist others in improving their lives. Aeryana has greatly refined her ability to utilize language to guide people to their own insight. She has created extraordinary practices to help people individually, collectively, and multisystemically. I trust you will enjoy this podcast episode many times. There is so much to gain from listening. You can find out more about Aeryana’s creations and get involved here: https://linktr.ee/aeryanacastley “When We Are Kings” code: RESILIENT
“The self-care movement stems from our busy culture out of necessity.” Briana James, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast 2022 Briana James is a groundbreaking influential woman paving the way toward a better world by softening the rough edges in our culture. She is a Reiki Master and all-around soulful human focused on simplicity, getting back to basics and bettering our world through connection. She is Mother to a 2.5 year old with another on the way in 2022. Briana believes that clearing away what isn't ours and the external demands of our world, creates space for us to reunite with the earthly, natural humans that we are deep down. She consistently empowers women to attune to their needs, to play, and to remember themselves. This podcast is life-changing. Briana explains her courage to leap into the unfamiliar territory of motherhood in 2019. In this allowance, softening into uncertainty gave rise to the birth of her purpose. Briana truly embodies alignment in an inspiring and authentic way. Through being as she is, she allows people the permission to also tune in and be themselves. She openly shared what repercussions can arise when we push for goals created out of societal expectations. The ability Briana has to attune to herself is inspiring and she shares some tools to enable this journey home. Hohmcoming is the product of Briana’s true and authentic self. Try this: Attune to the Self Time to ask the self what is needed Give priority to what is needed in ourselves You can find Briana at Hohmcoming: Website: https://www.hohmcoming.com/ Instagram: @hohmcoming I hope you enjoy this beautiful culture-changing podcast as much as I did!
“You can do the tough work while being with others and it can be a lot of fun.” Chris Van Deventer, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast 2022 Chris is dedicated to promoting well-being in ways he has found transformational on his path. In this episode, he brings an open heart and honest vulnerability to share his experiences with mental illness, healing, and transformation. Every single listener will have something to learn from Chris. Speaking to Chris during this recording reminded me that we are not in this alone. We can all hold hands and lift one another out of the darkness and into the light while honoring and being patient with the process. Understory is an emerging eco-tourism brand based on Vancouver Island. Guided by the values of openness to experience, social connectivity, and an appreciation of the natural world, their mission is to create transformative lived experiences for individuals and groups. As a partner and co-facilitator at Understory, Chris utilizes his mental health experiences to be both creative and vulnerable. He can’t wait to continue his self-growth journey while inviting others to venture further into their own stories. The understory of a forest is the warm, damp, and sheltered layer below the leafy tree canopy. It is the place in the forest where the smaller trees and saplings can grow under the shelter and protection of big elder trees. Chris and his business partner Liam offer retreats to assist people wholeheartedly in their journeys. They invite people to Understory to heal, grow, and transform in nature. They will be offering a retreat in the beautiful Sooke, BC May 6th-8th, 2022. Stay connected through their website and social media for future offerings. You can find Chris here: Website: https://www.understory.life/ IG: @understory.life Personal IG: @becoming_christopher_ Some of the tools we discussed: -Nature -Balanced nutrition and sleep -Social Connection -Expressing Creativity -MAPS Clinical Trials in Psychedelic Medicine: https://maps.org/news/media/maps-phase-3-trial-of-mdma-assisted-therapy-for-ptsd-achieves-successful-results-for-patients-with-severe-chronic-ptsd/ -Breathwork -Experiential Medicine -Medical therapies -Connection to Self May you be well!
Practicing Compassion is the Key with Sophie Harvey of Well+Why Research Society “We need to collectively build our empathy.” -Sophie Harvey Sophie is an incredibly dedicated and influential well-being advocate. She is the social media manager and research assistant of Well+Why research institute. She owns her own business as a photographer and is currently completing a degree in Sports Management and plans to later complete a master of Sport Psychology. She is a true sport enthusiast and mental health advocate. Sophie is also an inspiration to us here at I AM RESILIENT.™ In this Episode, Sophie gives us a beautiful view into not just her own resilience story, but the innate ways she navigated her way to very powerful resilience practices that are now researched, promoted, and prescribed all over the world such as self-care, self-compassion, and exercise. She reminds us that the body knows how to be resilient and that there are ways we can integrate these practices into our lives consciously to make us more resilient. Sophie also highlights a very important point and this is, seeking help. Since challenge is a spectrum in life, we can insidiously move into ways of being that are detrimental to our health without even knowing. During periods of significant disconnection, such as the pandemic, it is easier to slip into these ways of being and coping with it. We have seen this globally and we can see the impact of this over time, but we can also learn how to move through this by listening to Sophie’s story. It is such an honor to have Sophie on the I AM RESILIENT. Podcast to share a story that will undoubtedly impact thousands of people. I hope you are comforted as you listen to this episode. Sophie inspires us all to put well-being first! You can find Sophie’s incredible work at: @wellwhyresearchinstitute @s_harveyphotography @harveeys The Well+Why Research Society information: https://www.wellandwhy.org/
Episode 10: Mobilizing Internal and External Resources For Resilience with Founder of I AM RESILIENT., Nikita Paddock “The world needs more unconditional loving connection”- Nikita Paddock In this episode, The Founder of I AM RESILIENT., shares her history, insights, and stories of resilience. Although it contains sensitive information, the vulnerability enables deep insight into the importance of resilience practices and the intimacy of the I AM RESILIENT. Movement. I AM RESILIENT. is fully owned by Nikita Paddock, a humanitarian and entrepreneur. Prior to starting I AM RESILIENT., she explored universities, communities, nations, cultures, and various corners of the world to learn about resilience practices. After working as a nurse in neurosciences, she gained an understanding of the brain’s ability to change and be resilient, which resulted in resilience in one’s life. Nikita taught workshops, yoga, and mindfulness for universities, and healthcare centers to promote resilience in students, faculty, and healthcare providers. She went on to work in public health gaining experience in small nonprofits, private businesses, community enterprises, regional health authorities, provincial and national organizations, and global corporations. These included wellness promotion, family health, pre/postpartum/ infant health, comprehensive school health, mental health, and suicide prevention. While gathering data on her employment and volunteerism, Nikita identified an important gap in our modern western culture, which she is using I AM RESILIENT. as a tool to fill. This gap is caused by the lack of education and actionable tools to promote resilience around the world. During the 2019 global pandemic, Nikita began publishing the I AM RESILIENT. Journals, which include scientifically proven prompts for resilience and well-being. She delivered these to healthcare providers, neighborhood libraries, and eventually elementary and middle schools. Nikita continues to receive feedback by email with personal stories of resilience claiming that the journals were life-saving. In 2020, I AM RESILIENT. The podcast was started to promote resilience education sharing and has received positive feedback from listeners including professionals in the counseling and nursing education professions. I AM RESILIENT. continued to grow by offering corporate yoga, mindfulness, and courses on Resilience University. I hope you enjoy this episode! Website: www.iamresilient.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/theiamresilientmovement Instagram: @blissandyoga and @resilienceuniversity.ca Twitter: @Paddocknikita May you be well. May you be well. May you be well.
“The more I heal myself, the more valuable I am as a resource to bring healing for others.” -Allan Vonkeman Allan is an experienced healer and this podcast is sure to provide you with a consilient perspective on resilience. He weaves various knowledge systems, intuition, and storytelling with spirituality and service. Allan has a Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University, a certificate in Human Resources, studied Traditional Native Teachings and done extensive training in Critical Incident Management, Body-Mind Therapy, and spiritual traditions. Allan shares his experiences in policing, trauma support, the after-effects of 9/11, First Nations and Shamanic Training, and his personal work in an eloquent and relatable way for us to learn from. This episode provides us with a profound and personal perspective on life and what we can do when things are out of our control. Allan shares a key to understanding Resilience by explaining the 3 things that prevent us from being Resilient: Expectations, Entitlement, and Control. Although we do not have control over our environments, we can benefit from being of service to others. I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I did because these intimate and beautiful conversations are healing on many levels. Here are some additional tools Allan uses for Resilience: -Be compassionate to me, all arising within my emotions and to others -Releasing all I can release especially related to expectations and control -Spending daily time in Nature to connect to the interrelated aspects of my being -Look for the beauty in life and people as it unfolds around me. Silience. Silience (noun): The kind of unnoticed excellence that carries on around you every day, unremarkably—the hidden talents of friends and coworkers, the fleeting solos of subway buskers, the slapdash eloquence of anonymous users, the unseen portfolios of aspiring artists—which would be renowned as masterpieces if only they’d been appraised by the cartel of popular taste, who assume that brilliance is a rare and precious quality, accidentally overlooking buried jewels that may not be flawless but are still somehow perfect. Allan is stepping into Eldership to share his wisdom and I am incredibly grateful that the audience of I AM RESILIENT. is able to experience Allan’s wisdom. Additionally, I hope you are able to connect further. Book a transformational coaching session and read more about him on his website here: https://www.thecoachingcircle.ca/ Stay connected because Allan has tremendous and truthful insight to share in future podcasts.
“I have unbounded strength, potential, and resilience inside me. I can trust THAT!” -Ariane Telishewsky Ariane Telishewsky is a Speaker, Guide, Internal Growth Advocate, and Founder of The Inward Path. Ariane guides people inwardly through guided journeying, imagery, and blogs. Explore Inward Path private sessions, online programs, meditations, and a weekly podcast series created by the ocean shores of beautiful Vancouver Island. Ariane and I truly link arms in this episode to talk about resilience, healing, and personal experiences. Ariane is an incredibly powerful healer. She shares education, stories, and asks thought-provoking questions about how to live our lives. She shares a practice of pure and potent medicine: rest. What happens when we rest? Ariane explains that from conception, we were chosen. We do not need to hustle and struggle to be resilient because these are the very things that keep us from being resilient. With her incredibly real and trustworthy ways of being, Ariane delivers profoundly inspiring and awakening wisdom in this podcast. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. Listening to this is sure to enhance resilience. You can find Ariane and her healing here: https://www.theinwardpath.com FREE Guided journey recordings: https://www.theinwardpath.com/journey
Episode 7: Honouring Life and Death for Resilience with Amanda Ng Amanda Ng is a curious and innovative community builder. With a Master's in Public Health, she is passionate about creating healthy and equitable communities, facilitating authentic conversations, and inspiring individuals to find their true selves. She is a firm believer that finding our true selves has positive ripple effects in our community. She finds immense joy in moving and shaking her body in any way. She has taught kickboxing, bootcamps, and now teaches mindful movement/meditation classes. A lifelong learner of holistic ways of healing, she has also completed training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Medical Qi Gong (200hr), Acupressure, and Reiki Level 1. Amanda is committed to helping people feel seen, loved, and accepted. To help others find the courage to speak from the heart and connect in authentic ways - with a sprinkle of laughter. In this episode Amanda shares her expertise on resilience with humility. She embodies resilience by practicing, teaching, and sharing the wellness practices that have deeply impacted her life path. Amanda reminds us of the powerful fertilizer for resilience: humour. The way Amanda shares her deep understanding of life and what really matters is transformative. She emphasizes the magnitude of shared stories and takes the opportunity to share her own personal story of life and death in the family. Amanda teaches us some new (and ancient) resilience tools to practice for the coming seasons including Meditation, Creative Writing, Storytelling, and Qi Gong. Amanda reminds us that it is inevitable that we are going to get brought down and taken off centre, but it is how we come back that shows our resilience. She shares the message passed down from her grandfather to “always finish something you start”. I hope you find this podcast as uplifting and inspiring as I did! May you be well. Amanda can be found on Instagram: @mandaengee or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-ng-174870108/ References TCM Explained: https://www.ctcma.bc.ca/public-protection/what-is-tcm/ Patricia Galaczy Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) 8 Week Course: https://www.patriciagalaczy.com/about/ Ann Randolph: Youtube video of Yay-Boo Exercise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95C_pojr5q8 Ann's website: https://www.annrandolph.com/about Qi Gong for Immunity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BC9MvsxZrW4 Goop Podcast Amanda Referenced About A Good Death: https://open.spotify.com/episode/79jHFcaymqdwFTUINSykoD?si=pJYg9CUSQ_q1hHf_uBzbig&dl_branch=1
Using Acceptance To Unlock Resilience with Nicole McLellan, Certified Business Coach and Founder of My Aligned Purpose “Coaching asks the “what” questions that actually allow us to move us forward.”- Nicole McLellan Nicole McLellan is a certified business coach, her company My Aligned Purpose is an online coaching and educational platform where women come to learn and grow. Nicole specializes in Mindset, Manifestation, NLP practices and Entrepreneurs, blending science and spirituality she supports women to get in Alignment with their purpose and live lives they’re in love with! Nicole is the host of My Aligned Purpose the Podcast and an Amazon Best Selling Author. When Nicole is not growing her business and others’, she can be found with her partner Jeff, their two dogs Bella and Louie somewhere outside exploring the eats, treats and trails that Vancouver Island has to offer. In this episode, Nicole shares a story of her own biological story being shaken up in childhood. She shares the vulnerabilities of uncertainty and how she reframed her thoughts to move forward. The episode is full of Nicole’s incredible humour, strength, and insight into the power of our acceptance in shaping resilience. When we accept where we are, we can look for the tools to move forward. Nicole reminds us that during hard times there are things we can control such as the mind and body, and she empowers us to take action. She highlights the importance of mentorship, collective support, and meditation. If there is one person in this world that knows how to lift others, it is Nicole Mclellan. I hope this podcast leaves you unshakeably confident! You can find Nicole and her offerings here: Personal IG: @learnwithnic. Business IG: @myalignedpurpose Facebook: @myalignedpurpose. website: www.myalignedpurpose.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/my-aligned-purpose-podcast-map-podcast/id1504392927 Youtube: My Aligned Purpose LinkedIn: Nicole McLellan Email: myalignedpurpose@gmail.com
Resiliency is greater in those who are resourced and it shows up differently for everyone. "I wish there could be more interconnected services in our communities that provide wrap around services so that people do not have to stand alone and be brave." Madi Jayne, I AM RESILIENT Podcast, 2021. Madi is a settler on the unceeded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, in particular the Quw’utsun’ Tribes, where she is currently living and working. Born and raised on these lands she is mindful to work within a trauma informed lens and decolonizing practice. Madi is a Youth and Family Counsellor at Cowichan Valley Youth Services as well as a volunteer with Warmland Women’s Support Services Society supporting survivors of sexualized violence. Madi has been passionate from a young age to work with individuals to feel seen and heard, which she believes is at the heart of connection and human desire. She finds connection to nature, animals, and self to be at the root of all healing and seeks to offer safe spaces in which we all can receive these gifts. In this episode, Madi explains so beautifully that resiliency is self-compassion and tending to the fire in oneself. She points out the dangers of a reductionistic approach to resilience and goes deep to show us how to find true resilience when we actually need it. She reminds us of the temporary reality of our mortality, which allows us the gratitude for small moments that light us up. Madi also reminds us to rest. We all experience trauma, the pandemic, and our circumstances differently, so tending to the emotions that arise with compassion will allow us to heal deeply before moving on to the next chapters in our lives. Madi has generously and lovingly extended her email to ask questions and request resources: madi.innes@hotmail.com I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I do. Each time I listen to Madi in this episode, I learn more about myself. Enjoy!
“We have the capacity as we develop more awareness to be able to choose again.” -Meghan Aris, 2021, I AM RESILIENT. Podcast Meghan is an embodied movement educator and health coach. She spent years diving into the process of creating meaningful movement and thrives in helping others discover new patterns and supports to live a more inspired and healthful life. She believes everyone’s body has its own unique gifts and loves to light the path for people to discover theirs! Meg says if there’s one thing she has learned through her own journey it’s that the quest we’re on is about seeking excellence which requires inquiry, failure, vulnerability, and resilience. When we are ready to start opening those doors the awe and wonder of our exceptional gifts as humans reveals itself to us. Meghan has completed two comprehensive pilates trainings (The Pilates Center, The PhysicalMind Institute), several levels of yoga teacher training and trauma informed somatic studies. She has been faculty for many different pilates and yoga training sessions around Vancouver Island and the lower mainland, as well as throughout Canada. She also holds a bachelor's degree in writing and anthropology. In 2010, Meghan joined the team at Fix Healthcare Victoria and continues to lead the pilates program there. She is also passionate about sharing clean living practices and choosing non-toxic products for our homes and our bodies. Meghan lives in Victoria, BC, with her dogs, chickens and bees. In this podcast, Meghan shares her incredible insight into our human intelligence and innate ability to be resilient. She shares the story of her journey from illness to wellness through resilience practices. She explains the tools she used and the response of the brain and body. Meghan has a deep understanding of healing and I recommend tapping in to her wisdom at every opportunity. Meghan reminds us of the incredibly important simple ways we can reconnect with the signals our body has for us. These require listening and connecting to ourselves and our surroundings. She also reminds us to connect with others through community to enable nervous system recalibration. She offers RECALIBRATION practices and holds a community through The Hub Life (link below). Meghan’s inspirational strength and gentle motivation is medicine for everyone who is blessed to be around her. Even her voice embodies healing vibrations and intonations. As you listen, notice your shoulders soften, your jaw unclench, and the rigidity you may be holding begin to release. Whether intentional or natural, Meghan has the unique ability to invoke humility and softness in those around her, so get ready. Your healing journey begins as you listen. Make sure to try Meg’s classes and workshops and follow her on instagram for great wisdom and inspiration: @meghan_aris @thehublife.ca www.thehublife.ca www.meghanaris.com As mentioned in the podcast, thehublife.ca is also offering a free monthly gathering called Hubble, resources, and you can sign up free trial classes on the website! I left this chat smiling and I hope you experience the same!
“It helped me to understand myself, the universe, my place within the universe, and what this is all about.” Maximilian Waid, I AM RESILIENT Podcast, 2021 Maximilian (Physio-Fitness Trainer, BBus and MA), is a Certified Bioenergetic Practitioner, Accredited Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher, Certified Wholistic Guide for Health and Wellness, and Registered Yoga Teacher. Max grew up in Germany, and began travelling and living in several countries around the world in my twenties. He was fortunate enough to call places, such as Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Hong Kong, his temporary home and now beautiful Vancouver Island in Canada. It is here that Max follows his path practicing energy medicine and working as a meditation teacher. Maximilian offers energetic medicine and health resources through Wholistic.guide while actively supporting healing through in-person and distant energetic work, podcasts, and more. Coming together with I AM RESILIENT. And other local organizations during the global pandemic, Maximilian provided healing during times of extreme stress by offering service vouchers. In this podcast, Maximilian shares an incredible journey of growth, learning, and healing. Exploring various modalities for healing including Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, Energy Medicine, Tibetan Practices, Quantum Physics, and Western Medicine, Max has created healing therapy encompassing the threads between all of them: energy. Max shares the most powerful tools for resilience including: Morning meditation before leaving the bed Meditation before sleep Ensure to check out Maxilimian’s informative and revolutionary website where you can also book a session! Instagram: @wholistic.guide Website: www.wholistic.guide Maximilian also offers podcasts including: Inspiring Wellbeing Wholebeing with Ariane and Maximilian I hope you take notes and incorporate some of these teachings into your life.
"Moving my body and challenging my brain helps me nowadays." (Ashley Kelley, 2021) Ashley Kelley is a blogger, photographer, cat mama, social media strategist, inventor of plant-based recipes and she is always looking for the road less travelled. She is a lover of all things coffee and tea and a wholehearted lifestyle enthusiast. It is a true honour to reach Ashley from across the country. By sharing stories and experiences, we can unlock growth and resilience. Ashley gives us a u Kaye perspective on adversity as necessary for growth. She emphasizes that wishing for the world to be kind is not necessarily our world’s cure, instead it is fostering resilience! Find Ashley at @monchatcacahuete and www.monchatcacahuete.com
“Resilience is a preventative health practice.” (Sarah Lambert, 2021) Sarah is forging a strong path of resilience for everyone around her. Sarah Lambert is an empath, yogi, dog mom, and is studying to become a registered therapeutic counsellor in Victoria, BC. Being a highly sensitive person, resilience is an important part of her daily life, and she hopes to help foster this in others through her work with clients, volunteering, and mental health advocacy. Her own resiliency practices include mindfulness, journaling, social support and spending time in nature. Take notes while you listen to this podcast because Sarah shares her incredible expertise and beautiful practices of resilience, which she has dedicated herself to during these times of adversity. Sarah is highly educated and experienced in the field of resilience. Her voice and offerings are not only a gift, but an urgent message to all people during this time. Resources and Practices RAIN meditation: https://www.mindful.org/tara-brach-rain-mindfulness-practice/ Family Connections Program: https://sashbear.wildapricot.org/BC-Groups-Upcoming/ -Setting boundaries, self-care, mindfulness, meditation, behavioural therapy, education, social supports, and normalizing the conversations around mental health and resilience. Follow Sarah at @the.conscious.counsellor on Instagram and look for updates because she will be launching a website, offering mindfulness groups, and hosting virtual and drop-in counselling.