Have you ever had someone say to you "I'm sorry about your divorce?" or maybe you've said this to someone. Is there really something to be sorry for? "It was a choice I had to make and for other people, who don't understand what it is to be in a bad marriage and how hard it is to get yourself out of it, all they feel for you is sadness." Sometimes marriages just don't work. Toxic relationships can bring out the worst versions of ourselves and we just know it's time to move on. Moving on and your...
Feb 16, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 14
We all know that feeling when someone apologizes but doesn't really apologize. Or what about for ourselves, when we aren't sure we have anything to apologize. Why is apologizing so hard? What makes a good apology? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 13
So many women and mothers show up in my office struggling with high expectations and perfectionism. The challenge? Life is not perfect. You are not meant to be perfect. There will be mistakes. It is not possible to be the perfect caregiver, partner and individual. And even more so? It’s a trait that society places on us. And it’s not healthy. Join me as I speak with Dr. Jen Douglas, a clinical assistant professor at Stanford University, licensed psychologist, and mental wellness speaker. She foc...
Dec 08, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 12
One of the biggest struggles being seen with dealing with COVID19? The uncertainty. What does this look like tomorrow? Next month? This winter? So it's no wonder that 85% of the women I polled said they were stressed out and experiencing burnout. Today, I sit with Dr. Julie Beaulac to talk about how we can calm the F*#$ down by re-tuning our nervous systems. And ultimately, if we can retune our nervous systems, we can master burnout. Dr. Beaulac is a registered psychologist and consultant based ...
Nov 18, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Take a moment and reflect on the year of 2020. Sidenote. It’s already November 3rd! Did you get all of the projects completed that you wanted to? Make all of the moves you planned to? Start that new workout routine, begin to eat healthier, and find extra time in the day to be with your friends and family? Let’s be honest, the answer is probably “no.” And you are not alone in that. In today’s episode we slow down and talk about the stress of 2020 and how, as a female, this affects your body. And ...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 10
We all long to know that we matter to the ones we love. We have an innate need for emotional contact and security, and these attachment needs are healthy and adaptive. But at times, we question if we are important to our partners or if we matter. When our attachment figures - our partners - are not reliably accessible and supportive, the ability to securely attach is undermined. Insecurity develops when there are repeated experiences of nonattunement and noncontingent communication, and our part...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 9
We all have triggers. Our partners all have triggers. And they are not always the same things. Building a relationship that brings an understanding of each other’s triggers, strengths and differences is complicated. When we bring compassion, understanding, kindness and accountability into our relationships, our love and connection blossoms. In this episode, Michaela Thomas, clinical psychologist, couples therapist and founder of the private psychology practice The Thomas Connection, and I discus...
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 8
In June of this year, I was asked to speak at a conference on imposter syndrome for women in business. Being one of my goals for the year, I was super excited and quickly said yes. Then, a feeling crept in. This feeling of “who are you to speak in front of all those women?” and “do you really have anything to share that they already don’t know?” Have you been there before? When you start feeling like an imposter and that you are not qualified or worthy of that opportunity? That’s what Amanda Tob...
Aug 11, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 7
We know that women and mothers carry a higher mental load than their partners. It isn’t just completing the household and childcare tasks, it is also the mental and emotional work that it takes to remember to do these tasks. The mental load became even more evident to me after my second child was born. It wasn’t just going to the doctor appointments for check ups, it was remembering to schedule them. It wasn’t just showing up for the birthday parties, it was buying the gifts and remembering to R...
Jul 21, 2020•59 min•Season 2Ep. 6
When I returned to work after my second maternity leave, I was doing it all. Eight clients back to back. An hour commute home. Nursing my daughter. Building a website. Creating a podcast. The list goes on. I was feeling exhausted. I was often dizzy and short of breath (despite looking after regular meals, water intake, and sleep). And then my body started screaming at me, telling me that I needed to stop. This. Was. Burnout. If you have experienced burnout, or think you might be experiencing it,...
Jul 13, 2020•59 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Overwhelmed. Can you relate to this feeling? Overwhelmed with the number of things you need to get done. From cleaning the house, homeschooling your kids, organizing meals, working, maintaining friendships, and connecting with your partner - the list goes on. But what would happen if you took a pause? Took a deliberate moment to rest through the day. In this episode, I connect with Allison Keating, founder of bWell Clinic in Ireland, about how we can move out of the mindset of being a perfect wo...
Jul 06, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Friendships are hard, particularly as adults. Many of us believe that the quality of our life is based on the number of people we can count on as friends. The more friends we have, the better off we are. So when we go through a friendship breakup, it's hard to understand that it’s not necessarily about the type of person we are, or the kind of life we live, but rather a part of any relationship and personal growth. To dive deeper into the world of friendships, I had the honour to speak with my g...
Jun 29, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 3
There is so much happening in the world today. The events taking place are outside of our control, from COVID19 to the Black Lives Matter Movement. So that is why today’s podcast brings my favourite colleagues from across North America to share their top way of coping with the challenges so many of us are facing in the world today. Here is the list of experts sharing on this episode: Dr. Rachel Goldman, Clinical Psychologist in New York City, New York, on the importance of daily check-ins. www.D...
Jun 22, 2020•59 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We are in a time of crisis. Moving into the summer, what is one question that you should be asking yourself. Picture your life as a garden. Everything you can pour your energy into, everything that is important to you is a different plant. You have a plant for each relationship (your children, your partner, your extended family), for career, friendships, self-care, etc. Close your eyes for a moment and imagine your garden. When you can see your garden, now picture a watering can filled with wate...
Jun 22, 2020•14 min•Season 2Ep. 1
It's episode 12 and the season finale! In this episode I'm talking about my THREE R's for maximizing your wellness over the summer months. Be sure to get out a piece of paper because I challenge you to set an intention for this season, and I want you to write down one idea under each R! We know that when we write out our goals and intentions we are more likely to achieve them! I look forward to touching base with all of you in Season Two! Want to get the latest updates and keep in touch? Sign up...
May 27, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Anxiety. So many of us experience this normal emotion. And yet, anxiety is a common presentation in the therapy office, often times clients saying they want to get rid of it. It has taken over their lives and impacted their ability to cope each day. They have stopped going out to the grocery store. They have stopped seeing friends. They can't complete what they want to do each day because they are stuck in a worries and fears. Can you get rid of anxiety? Dr. Julie Groveman, clinical psychologist...
May 13, 2019•46 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Today I chat with Melissa Mitri, a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, where her practice is focused on helping moms and moms-to-be build a healthy baby and nourish themselves through a practical, whole foods approach. Melissa has over 10 years of experience in the field of nutrition, and has a true passion for helping women feel confident entering motherhood. In this episode, we talk about: Melissa's journey into motherhood and her struggle with breastfeeding Top nutritions that you need to be c...
May 06, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Shame is the notion that one is unworthy, defective, or a failure in some way. As one of the most painful emotions experienced, shame disconnects us from others, leading to feelings of isolation. And we all experience shame! On a regular Tuesday morning, I find myself yelling at my son, and then being washed away in shame. In this episode, I talk all about shame and how it impacts our relationships, the difference between shame and guilt, and give strategies you can use to help you cope with sha...
Apr 29, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Money matters. But women don’t like to talk about it and there are so many emotional barriers to talking about and addressing issues related to money. I chat with financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin about the challenges women face when it comes to the view of money and their own worth, connecting money to your values, core themes that people get stuck on when it comes to managing money, and how couples can begin to manage their money together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Apr 15, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 8
I sit down with registered physiotherapist, yoga teacher, and mother, Andrea Plitz. We talk about the the fundamentals of pelvic floor health for ALL women and when you need to see a pelvic floor therapist. I ask Andrea to demystify the kegal and teach us how we can access this area in our body. Finally, Andrea gives three different ways that you can connect to your pelvic floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 08, 2019•52 min•Season 1Ep. 7
I answer a listener’s question on how to deal with her partner’s defensiveness in their relationship. I first talk about what is defensiveness, and then discuss different strategies for you to use to address and change this tricky response style with our partners! Are you someone that tends to feel defensive? This episode is also for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 01, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 6
I sit down with Erica from Mom.Break and talk about her experience with postpartum depression and going to therapy. As a psychologist, I could never ask my clients to share in this format. When I met Erica through Instagram and for coffee, I wanted others to hear her story. We talk about the realness of motherhood, the intrusive thoughts and difficulties coping as a parent. Tune in to hear Erica's journey of acknowledging when she needed help and how she told others about going to therapy. Learn...
Mar 25, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 5
I am talking all about self-care this week - an important aspect of living a meaningful life. I talk about what self-care is not and what gets in the way of you looking after you. I offer specific tips about how you can improve your self-care. Be sure to tune in to the end of the episode - since so many people struggle with the term "self-care," I offer a new perspective on how you can view this pivotal act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 18, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 4
I speak with psychologist Dr. Soph about authenticity, shame, and navigating boundaries in your life. Setting boundaries is one of the top things we talk about with our clients. Tune in to find out more about just what boundaries are, signs you may need to set boundaries, and how you can do this. If you are someone that always says yes, has a hard time saying no, feels overwhelmed by others asking you to do things, and feels stressed by caring for everyone but you, this episode is for you! Learn...
Mar 10, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 3
There are so many times when fear stops us from doing something that is important – from taking that big risk or making a change. In this episode, I talk about my experience of fear through creating this podcast and how this primary emotion derails us from living a meaningful life. You will learn specific tools that you can use to help face your fear so that this emotion becomes just an emotion and not something that stops you in your life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
Mar 04, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Join me, Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, psychologist and couples therapist, as I discuss two core themes that I see in therapy every day and why I created this podcast. With over ten years of training and experience in providing therapy, I’m combining what I have learned as a psychologist sitting with people in their hardest moments and my experiences of being a mother and a wife, to help you change the dialogue in your life so you can live a life filled with meaning. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Feb 15, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 1
