The Revolutionized Mind

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by the wonderful Hailey Hechtman. We usually think of grief as something that comes with endings, such as death, breakups, or major loss. But we often overlook the grief that shows up in new beginnings. Inspired by Hailey’s article, “When Grief Goes Good”, we unpack how grief can quietly live in our moments of growth, success, and transformation, even when things seem to be going really well. For example, when we start a new job or move to a new city, we typically leave behind parts of ourselves or things that we love, but we aren’t always given the space to express those grievances. In this episode, we talk about what it means to hold joy and sadness at the same time, how to let go of old identities without shame, and why it’s so important to acknowledge the grief that comes with starting something new. We also discuss different ways to foster deeper dialogue around these feelings so that we can both strengthen our relationships and learn to grow alongside heavier emotions. This is an episode for anyone in transition, moving through change, or learning to let go. Grief doesn’t have to be something we hide - it can actually be a sign that we’re growing.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Hailey’s article: https://www.the44north.ca/when-grief-goes-good

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Lindsy Matthews, a  cancer advocate and inspirational public speaker.  In this deeply moving conversation, Lindsy talks about navigating life with stage 4 breast cancer. From the moment of diagnosis to the long-term impact of treatment, she explains how her physical and mental health have evolved through the years, and what it means to truly live when faced with terminal illness. We explore the theme of “letting go and holding on” -  the expectations Lindsy has released, the joy she’s rediscovered in movement and presence, and the intentional mindset shifts that allow her to live with both grief and hope simultaneously. She also shares how she’s preparing her young children for the future while still finding magic in the everyday moments they have together. With grace and clarity, Lindsy reminds us that even when life doesn’t follow the script we imagined, it can still be deeply beautiful, meaningful, and worth holding on to. You don’t want to miss this one!Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Lindsy's Speaker Slam Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jt-pNaXgid8

This week on TRM, we are joined by mental health advocate and speaker, Anna-Lisa Barrett. In this episode, Anna-Lisa opens up about her journey with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and the pivotal moments that shaped her relationship with her diagnosis and how she talked about it. From a Grade 5 speech on anxiety that was silenced by a teacher, to the seven years she spent hiding her struggles, Anna-Lisa reflects on the lasting impact of being dismissed in a space where she should have been supported. We dive into the crucial role educators play in shaping how young people experience and talk about mental health. Anna-Lisa shares how that early experience of being held back out of fear led her to internalize shame, and how finally being given the space to open up about it again in Grade 12 changed her life. That moment of empowerment encouraged her to get involved in advocacy, community, and other mental health initiatives that have continued to fuel her purpose. We also discuss some systemic changes needed in the education field and emphasize the responsibility schools and teachers hold in fostering safe, inclusive environments for students. This is a must-listen for educators, students, and anyone who has ever felt misunderstood in their mental health journey. Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we’re joined by Deluxson Yogarajah, a community advocate, future psychotherapist, and someone who’s rewriting the narrative for himself and others. Growing up in Jane and Finch, Delux faced the weight of responsibility from a young age. With limited resources and mental health rarely discussed, he found himself having to make money to support his family. He got involved with the justice system and was forced to navigate a lengthy court case as he was pushing himself through university. It wasn’t until he began learning about mental health that things started to shift. For the first time, he was able to reflect on his pain and move towards healing. That turning point sparked a passion that would lead him to study psychotherapy and dedicate his life to helping others. Now, Delux is giving back to the very community that shaped him - mentoring youth, creating opportunities, and using his story to show what’s possible. This is a powerful conversation about struggle, survival, self-awareness, and the impact of showing up for others once you’ve learned how to show up for yourself.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Documentary: You Can't Heal What You Don't Reveal

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, I’m joined by the incredible Kristina Fernandez, a Certified Career Life Specialist and Registered Social Service Worker who’s all about helping people lead with purpose and live in alignment with their values. In this conversation, we talk about what it really means to create a work-life balance that feels good and supports your goals. Kristina shares her journey of building a life and career that aligns with her version of success - and how you can do the same. From discovering your “North Star” to using tools like SWOT analysis for self-reflection, we dive into practical ways to grow both personally and professionally without losing yourself along the way. We also chat about how to make this work part of your everyday life and why networking doesn’t have to feel transactional when it’s rooted in real connection. If you’ve been feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or like you’re ready for more alignment, this one’s for you.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to subscribe to the show and leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Kristina's website: https://promotingharmony.ca/

This week on TRM, I am joined by mental health advocate and former Team Canada goaltender, Kendra Fisher! In this episode, Kendra shares all about her journey - on and off the ice. She talks about how she grew up playing hockey on boys’ teams because there weren’t any opportunities for girls at the time, and how she eventually worked her way up to the national level. Just as she achieved her dream of being selected for Team Canada, she had to make the life-altering decision to step away because of her mental health. We discuss what it looked like to walk away from everything she thought defined her, the reality of living with depression, anxiety, and panic, and the nonlinear path she’s taken to truly heal. Kendra also talks about why she decided to speak publicly about her mental health, and how owning her story has become a powerful act of resistance and connection. This conversation is a reminder that vulnerability isn’t weakness, but rather it’s strength. And healing doesn’t always mean going back - it often means moving forward in a whole new way.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Kendra's website: https://kendrafisher.com/

This week on TRM, we are joined by mental health advocate and public speaker, Liv Miller! In this episode, Liv shares their journey through mental health advocacy. Beginning back in high school, she recognized that her community was in need of mental health support. She started planning events to spread positivity, speaking and storytelling to raise awareness about the importance of mental health, and bringing people together in safe spaces. Liv realized that she loved speaking about mental health and sharing her story in a way that could make a positive impact and move the world forward. Liv has learned a lot about themselves, including the importance of boundary setting, putting yourself first, and leaning into the things that you’re passionate about. We emphasize how special it is to be able to connect with other people in these very deep and personal ways! We also discuss some of the behind-the-scenes work that comes with being a public advocate.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Liv's website!

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by two members from the YouthREX team, Rahma Kiongozi and Cyril Cromwell. In this powerful conversation, we dive deep into the realities of anti-Black racism, including what it is, how it continues to shape our world, and why it's essential to remain actively engaged in dismantling it. We begin by unpacking the foundations of anti-Black racism through a historical lens, noting that these systems continue to operate and have lasting impacts on black folks today. This episode also challenges us to confront our unconscious biases through self-reflection and critical reflexivity. We are encouraged to approach this necessary work with grace, humility, and a willingness to learn. We discuss the importance of “calling people in” - creating space for education and conversation rather than shame or exclusion - and explore what true equity and sustainable inclusion look like in practice. This episode is an invitation to deepen our understanding, reflect on our roles in change, and take action from a place of compassion and accountability.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Resources:The Kit: https://youthrex.com/the-kitCentering Black Youth Wellbeing Certificate: https://youthrex.com/abr-certificate/

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Luc Grey! In this episode, Luc shares some of the work that they do as a therapist and everything that they love about providing a safe space for others to navigate their own life journeys. Luc emphasizes the importance of asking questions, being curious, and really thinking about how we exist within different systems. We spend a big portion of this conversation discussing social media use and the balance between simply consuming content and being intentional with the way that we use our own personal platforms. As a therapist, Luc talks about being guided by our values, ensuring that we are present in our daily lives, and constantly checking in with ourselves as we go. We validate that having the world at our fingertips can be exhausting and overwhelming, and we’re just not meant to see or do it all. But, the small ways that we choose to make a difference in this world go a lot farther than we think. This episode is reassuring and empowering, and will definitely encourage you to start thinking about things a little bit differently.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Come watch our panel for Mental Health Month on May 14th @ 7pm EST - Building Your Village: The Role of Community in Mental Health

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) & Certified Complex Trauma Practitioner, Serenna Silva. In this episode, Serenna talks about her journey of becoming a therapist - from the moment she knew this was her calling to the genuine love and care she has for the people that she works with. She uses her compassionate, empathetic, and warm qualities to build strong therapeutic relationships while also supporting individual growth. We spend a big portion of this conversation discussing the topic of “second puberty” and how these experiences impact us physically, emotionally, and mentally. Serenna shares some science and research behind the changes that happen in our bodies and how these tend to affect our body image and self-esteem. She highlights how we can meet these shifts with self-compassion by practicing gratitude, body neutrality, and just simply talking about what we’re experiencing. We also discuss how things like Botox can really change the way that we perceive ourselves and our own self-worth, emphasizing how important it is to be kind to ourselves and our aging bodies. This episode is your gentle reminder that it’s okay to be human, and that healing often begins with compassion, grace, and a whole lot of love.Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by mental health speaker, author, and CEO, Wes Woodson! In this episode, Wes talks about some of his personal experiences with mental health challenges and how these have inspired him to do the work that he does today. Growing up in a predominantly white suburban town, Wes experienced social anxiety as people would often look at him differently. Additionally, he struggled with test anxiety in school and was put on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) which contributed to both internalized shame and externalized judgment. Achievement was a big deal in his household and he put a lot of pressure on himself to succeed over the years. When he was 22, he experienced domestic violence and was then placed in an intensive outpatient program. Here, Wes learned a great deal about himself, his anxiety, and other people. He decided to take what he learned and turn it into a mental health education company where he now goes around the country working with students and educators. We discuss the difference between stress and anxiety, share practical strategies that actually work to manage anxiety, and emphasize the importance of nurturing your own personal needs. This conversation is sure to teach you something new and/or bring some positive energy into your day. Full episode coming out tomorrowContent warning: This episode mentions the topics of suicide and domestic violence. Please make sure that you are in the right headspace to consume this content before pressing play on this episode. If you are in a crisis or require immediate mental health support, please call or text ‘988’. Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Wes' website: https://weswoodson.com/

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Michael Brovac! In this episode, Michael shares his story of being diagnosed with a rare disease when he was only 12 weeks old. This disease, called IPEX Syndrome, involves immunodeficiency that landed Michael in the hospital for the majority of his first 18 years of life. His younger brother, Cameron, was also diagnosed at an early age which at the time, made them only 2/50 known cases worldwide. Unfortunately, Cameron passed away at the age of 10 and Michael wanted to give up on his own fight. Then, he met someone who significantly impacted his life for the better. Right before he went into emergency surgery, he was pushed to think about things differently. Everything changed from that day forward. He changed his perspectives, he started actually believing in himself, and he learned how to live a full life despite what people told him. Now, he’s a speaker and coach who aims to inspire others along their own journeys. We discuss what it felt like to be "the sick kid", the role his parents and support system have played throughout his life, and the importance of finding your purpose. This conversation is extremely inspiring and eye-opening!Content warning: This episode mentions the topic of suicide. Please make sure that you are in the right headspace to consume this content before pressing play on this episode. If you are in a crisis or require immediate mental health support, please call or text ‘988’. Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Michael's website: https://michaelbrovac.ca/

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Maria Estrada! Maria is a Mental Health Advocate, Public Speaker, Program Manager, and Child & Youth Counsellor. In this episode, she tells us all about her mental health journey as she navigated immigration as a young child, instability in her day-to-day life, and a lack of healthy relationships. Maria has been diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and Bipolar Disorder, and she explains that each diagnosis has felt like a puzzle piece that was missing in her life. Focusing on BPD, she shares some facts about the mental illness, some of her own lived experiences, and some of her professional experiences working with people who have BPD. Maria emphasizes the importance of learning to sit with your emotions, cope with distress, and practice self-compassion. She knows what it feels like to live with this mental illness and she does everything she can to support those who need it. This conversation is real, inspiring, and empowering, and I truly hope you love it!Content warning: This episode mentions suicide, self-harm, substance use, and domestic violence. Please make sure that you are in the right headspace to consume this content before pressing play on this episode. If you are in a crisis or require immediate mental health support, please call or text ‘988’. Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Check out an Emotion Wheel: https://www.calm.com/blog/the-feelings-wheel

This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by the fabulous Emily Martin. Emily is a fitness instructor, law clerk, and content creator from the GTA. In this episode, she tells us about how she first started struggling with anxiety when she was in high school and she shares some of the strategies that she has learned along the way. She still has anxiety today, but she is much better at managing it which allows her to keep up with her other commitments. Emily works full-time as a law clerk, teaches 10+ fitness classes a week (spin, barre, mat pilates, reformer pilates, and boxing), and posts content every single day. Her goal is to inspire people to create balance in their lives, to prioritize their health and wellness, and to motivate people to get uncomfortable. I hope you're able to take something positive away from this conversation and apply it to your own life!Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!

Happy Friday! Today we are joined by the Founder and Executive Director of the Women’s Nonprofit Network (WNN), Hailey Rodgers! Hailey is all about women’s health and empowerment. In this episode, she tells us about how her background in marketing and her experiences in the not-for-profit sector both really inspired her to create WNN. This new Canadian nonprofit empowers women to thrive, lead with purpose, and build stronger communities. Hailey talks about her journey in starting her own organization and emphasizes the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships and putting yourself out there. Hailey is also the Growth Marketing Manager at myStoria, a femtech startup that is aiming to reshape the fertility care landscape. She shares some statistics about fertility and explains why the work that they are doing is crucial. This episode is inspiring, informative, and (unbiasedly) incredible! Thanks so much for tuning in today! If you enjoyed the episode, please don't forget to leave a rating and/or review on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes will be coming out every Friday. Be sure to follow me on social media @therevolutionizedmind for all the updates!Women's Nonprofit Network (WNN) - https://www.womensnonprofitnetwork.commyStoria - https://linktr.ee/mystoriafertility?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=468c7fc9-a776-4d7d-88a5-7cf6922ae06aAngelica's Recommendations:Sex Education: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0jQz6jqQS0Hysteria - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1435513/