The Wyldharts Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jess & Laura
It's easy to get weighed down by life, especially when society has boxed you in and told you what you can and can't do. Join Jess Raupers & Laura Lockhart (two best friends with a history of overcoming Trauma), as they set out to tell their stories & share their opinions with the goal of empowering women to live their most authentic selves in a wildly unapologetic way. You can expect episodes that will go over topics from mental health, self-care, cannabis, trauma & more. Join your hosts as they share stories, interview guests and remind you to let your heart run wyld.
Jess and Laura are kicking off the new era of the Wyldharts Podcast in this short yet sweet episode. Get re-introduced to the women behind the podcast and lean in for what to expect moving forward.
Did you know, Methamphetamine, better known as crystal meth, is 300 times more addictive than cocaine? Did you know, it has the power to change your brain chemistry after only a few times? In this episode, Jess & Laura sit down with their friend Jeremy Mielke, to discuss how he went from a successful musician and landscape foreman to a crystal meth user and his journey through addiction and into recovery. This is a powerful episode where Jeremy intimately shares hitting his rock bottom and what ultimately lead him to seek treatment. He discusses what recovery has looked like and what he is out to create for himself now being 14 months sober. Sit back, grab a Kleenex., and open your heart to this amazing story so that maybe, just maybe, your perception of addiction can shift to a more compassionate and empathetic narrative.
Addiction and mental illness will affect 1 in 5 Canadians, so chances are good that you or someone you know is struggling with this. This episode may be triggering for many, but know that you are never alone, and that help is available. Contact Wellness Together Canada at 1-866-585-0445 to speak with someone today.
Resources from this episode:
- The Wisdom of Trauma Documentary - thewisdomoftrauma.com
- Fresh Start Recovery Centre - www.freshstartrecovery.ca
- Heartland Wellness - Journey with Horses - www.facebook.com/HeartlandWellness
- Wellness Together Canada - wellnesstogether.ca
- Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) - afm.mb.ca
- AFM Hotline: 1-855-662-6605
- Alberta Addiction Hotline: 1-866-332-2322
- Addictions Treatment Helplines in Canada - www.ccsa.ca/addictions-treatment-helplines-canada
- The Landmark Forum - www.landmarkworldwide.com/the-landmark-forum
- Jeremy Mielke Facebook
- Wyldharts Instagram
Did you know stress is one of the largest root causes of health issues? Stress causes your mind to become overburdened by worries, many of which are out of your control. Plus it can affect your digestive system, bring on feelings of depression & insomnia, create headaches, trigger acne, decrease your libido, lead to substance abuse, increase your risk of type 2 diabetes, lead to weight gain and cause chest pain. Many of us are living with chronic stress and in this episode, Jess & Laura discuss how using meditation and living mindfully can benefit your daily life. They walk through different techniques of mediation that they use and share some free resources on ways to help you get started with your mediation practice. If you've ever been curious about starting meditation or living more mindfully, this is one episode you don't want to miss!
Resources from this episode:
- Aura - www.aurahealth.io
- Headspace - www.headspace.com
- Wyldharts Instagram - @thewyldharts
- Book a Medium Reading with Jess - @wiseoak.witch
- Don't forget when you shop at Octopied Mind, you can get 15% off your purchase with code WYLDHARTS Click here to Shop!
Do you have trouble getting organized, get distracted easily, have angry outbursts, always show up late and are a master at procrastination? If any or all of that sounds like you, take a listen to this episode where Laura & Jess talk through what Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is and what their journey has been like living with it unbeknownst to them for over 30 years vs what life is like now that they have been medicated for a few months. In this episode the girls talk about what lead to their self discovery of ADHD, their symptoms of ADHD, how they talked to their doctors about it and what differences they notice now that they have a diagnosis and are being medicated. They briefly discuss the medication they are on now compared to what the options were back when they were kids and dismantle the stereotypical views they had of what a person with ADHD looked like.
As you listen to this episode, if any of what is discussed resonates with you or someone you know, reach out to your family doctor to have a discussion. Jess & Laura are not medical experts, but are more than happy to share their experiences with the goal of helping others begin advocating for their own mental wellness journeys.
Resources from this episode:
- The Mini ADHD Coach Instagram Page - @the_mini_adhd_coach
- The ADHD Couple Instagram Page - @adhd_couple
- Sasha Hamdani, MD ADHD Specialist Instagram Page - @thepsychdoctormd
- Wyldharts Instagram - @thewyldharts
Don't forget when you shop at Octopied Mind, you can get 15% off your purchase with code WYLDHARTS Click here to Shop!
Are you curious about cannabis but not quite ready to take the leap and go to a dispensary? After Episode 12: Meeting Mary-Jane, Jess & Laura were sent a number of questions about what cannabis dispensaries were like along with a few other questions on weed and in this episode they are answering them all! Jess & Laura aren't promoting the use of cannabis, but offering their experiences and sharing their stories in an effort to remove the stigma around cannabis. They talk about their first experiences going into a dispensary, what to expect when you go in, their preferred stores and why you shouldn't let other people's judgements prevent you from entering a store. Beyond dispensaries, the girls share some ways you can consume cannabis, briefly touch on the differences between smoking and vaping and share what some of their favourite strains are. This is the episode for you if you've ever found yourself in the position of wanting to try cannabis but felt unsure of where to start, where to go and who to talk to about getting some more information.
Resources from this episode:
- Leafly - www.leafly.ca
- Octopied Mind - Use Code: WYLDHARTS for 15% off your purchase
- Wyldharts Instagram - @thewyldharts
How are you doing? Don't just answer "I'm good" or "Fine." Take a moment, look within and for once be really honest with yourself and ask yourself how are you actually doing? Really look for yourself. Wherever you're at, whether the top of your game or the lowest you've felt in a while, you deserve to and owe it to yourself to make your mental wellness a priority. In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss their experiences with counselling, therapy and give a brief overview of their mental health support journey. They go over how they first started seeking support, what their experiences were like and how you can go about getting started on your own journey. The girls get candid about what's actually in your control and what isn't and break down some common misconceptions about counselling. The way they look at mental health is that it should be treated the same as your physical health and isn't something to be ignored or dealt with only when in times of crisis. Also as a fun bonus, Jess gives an update on how her whistling training has been going!
Honestly, if you've ever thought about counselling or therapy but just didn't know where to start or if you've been prioritizing everyone else's happiness and health over your own for a bit too long, this is the episode for you!
Resources from this episode:
- The Wyldharts Instagram Page
- Employee Assistance Program
- Need to find free mental health services in your area? Click Here
- Mental Health Apps for 2021 - Verywell Mind
- BetterHelp app
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Haley Linski is a Self Love Coach, the host of the Hearing Yourself Podcast and an all around amazing human being who is out to create a world where you can elevate your own voice to advocate for yourself, create amazing connections with like minded people. She was born with a sensorineural hearing loss in both her ears and challenges each of us to really start hearing ourselves. In this episode, Jess & Laura sit down with Haley and learn about her journey growing up Hard of Hearing in a hearing world, the challenges Covid created for her and how she is living her best life now as a psychiatric nurse, Self Love Coach and podcast host. Oh and did we mention she's also planning her wedding?
Jess gets a bit emotional in this episode as she shares the positive impact Haley really is in the community. Especially in her own family because Jess' son was also born with a sensorineural hearing loss in both of his ears. Beyond the sentimental emotions, this episode is jam packed with laughter, discussions on podcast goals (look out Zac Efron, we're coming for you), and shared childhood memories of growing up at the rink and how we like to prepare our hotdogs now as adults.
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Resources from this episode
- Haley Linski Instagram @haleylinski
- Hearing Yourself Podcast Instagram @hearingyourselfpodcast
- Hearing Yourself Podcast
- The Wyldharts Instagram @thewyldharts
**For Haley's Self Love Coaching program, reach out to Haley on her Instagram page
Have you ever noticed, Fall brings all the best things? Soup, pumpkins, pies, boots, scarves and so much more! In this episode, Jess & Laura explore their love of Autumn and how in their youth, a correlation was created between fall fashion and body image. They discuss how their views of themselves has evolved over the years, beauty standards and how life is simply too damn short to spend any time hating yourself.
Make sure to follow the Wyldharts on Instagram @thewyldharts and send in some soup recipes if you got 'em!
In this episode, Jess & Laura reflect on the whirlwind that was Summer 2021. From Laura's wedding to healing trauma surrounding sexual abuse and then getting diagnosed with ADHD, this was a big few months for both girls and they are eager to share part of their stories. You'll hear about some of their ideas around Season 2 of the podcast and get the inside scoop on what their summer highlights were.
Mary Jane, aka Ganja, aka Marijuana, is the topic of discussion in this episode. Jess & Laura are on a mission to end the stigma around Weed, the people who use it and why they even use it in the first place. As many Canadian millennials can relate to, growing up in the D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) era we were taught that Marijuana was the "Devil's Lettuce" and if taken would only ever lead to harder drugs, therefore it must be avoided at all costs. Stoners, aka people who smoke a ton of weed, were only ever depicted as lazy, unmotivated individuals who usually lived in their mom's basement and listened to Bob Marley.
However, since Cannabis became legal for recreational use in October, 2018 (Canada) both Laura & Jess have learned more about it and have come to discover that those stereotypes are nothing more than urban myths. In this episode, learn about the girl's first experiences with smoking weed, why they enjoy it now and their high hopes for the future. They break down the differences between CBD and THC, sativa vs indica and sprinkle in a few fun facts along the way.
They also discuss the effects cannabis can have on a person and that, it, just like any substance, can be abused. If you or someone you know is having substance abuse issues and/or dealing with addiction, you are not alone and help is available.
Resources:
- D.A.R.E - https://dare.org/
- Wellness Together Canada - https://wellnesstogether.ca/ or call toll free at 1-866-585-0445 for 24/7 helpline
When you hear the word Witch, what do you think of? What emotions get stirred up? In this episode Jess & Laura sit down with Kirsten Gillis from the Healers Cupboard to discuss how she got started on her spiritual journey, her views on religion, why she calls herself a Witch and what that word means to her. If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about energy and how to protect it, the essential items needed to start your own healers cupboard and what it means to really take up space as a woman and live unapologetically this is the episode for you!
Resources from this episode:
- Kirsten's Instagram: @thehealerscupboard
- Kirsten's YouTube Channel: The Humanitarian Witch
- The Healer's Cupboard Etsy Shop
- The Healer's Cupboard Blog
- Hearing Yourself Podcast - Episode 4: The Healer’s Cupboard with Kirsten Gillis
Have you ever been in a relationship where there were a lot of red flags but you just didn’t see them at the time? Perhaps your friends and family tried to give you a head’s up but their comments just sounded like white noise and went in one ear and out the other. In this episode Laura & Jess sit down and discuss their past relationships, what the red flags were and how in some cases those experiences have carried forward in their current relationships. They go over what some red flags are to watch for, how they managed to get out of some unhealthy relationships and how as an outsider you can support your friend or family member who may be in an unhealthy, manipulative relationship. The girls discuss what love bombing is and how narcissistic, abusive people use that technique to boost their ego and they share what they would tell a younger version of themselves if they could go back in time. Tune in to this episode for some laughs, tips on how to distinguish those red flags and gain some insight on what it’s like to be in a manipulative relationship.
Resources from this episode:
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Domestic Abuse Crisis Line: 1-877-977-0007
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Sheltersafe.ca
Have you ever been told you couldn't do something just because of your gender? In this episode, Jess & Laura sit down with two powerhouse women, Cassandra & Stephanie Lepp, of the Tulepps, to discuss how they are breaking stigma's and proving to the World that you can be anything you want to be. In this interview we discuss everything from their high school days to their love of farming, fashion, modelling and women empowerment along with who their current inspirations are and we even get the exclusive on what their newest project is for fall 2021.
This is one dynamic gathering between the Wyldharts & the Tulepps that you don't want to miss! So if you're ready for some infectious laughter and a look into what makes Cass & Steph tick, then this is the episode for you.
Resources from this episode:
- The Tulepps Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetulepps
- Learning About Ag with Maddy - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL7JP89VUGOEUNcrAnsosIA/featured
- The Tractorettes - https://octanepress.com/content/tractorettes
- The Night Witches - https://www.history.com/news/meet-the-night-witches-the-daring-female-pilots-who-bombed-nazis-by-night
- Tezza - https://www.instagram.com/tezza
- Natalie Kovarik - https://www.instagram.com/nataliekovarik
- Maison Corazon - https://www.instagram.com/maisoncorazon
Don't forget to follow the Wyldharts on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewyldharts
Do you often find yourself taking care of everyone else but yourself? Are you experiencing burnout? In this episode Laura & Jess talk about how important self care is and discuss five different types of self care from physical, social, spiritual, mental and emotional and how to practise taking care of yourself in these areas. Remember that you can’t pour from an empty cup and you are the only one responsible for your wellbeing. So if you’re ready to learn how you can start taking better care of yourself then this is the episode for you.
Resources:
The Landmark Forum - https://www.landmarkworldwide.com/
Burning Bright: Rituals, Reiki, and Self-Care to Heal Burnout, Anxiety, and Stress by Kelsey J Patel - https://www.kelseyjpatel.com/book
The Prism Lighthouse - https://www.theprismlighthouse.com/
What do you do when life keeps pushing you down? Do you keep getting up and trying again? Or do you accept defeat? In this episode, Jess & Laura sit down with Kelsey Glover from the Conscious and Confidential Podcast and learn all about how she never gives up on herself or her dreams.
Kelsey is a successful business owner, Mom to 6, fitness + mental health advocate and one hell of a goal digger. In this episode we learn about how Kelsey went from being a high school drop out and teen mom to entrepreneur, salon owner and dream chaser. Kelsey has overcome so much in her life and is a true motivation. From postpartum depression, getting a divorce and dealing with grief from the loss of both her parents, she shares how has created habits in her life that allow her to prioritize her own self care, advocate for mental health and shift into a mindset of growth and gratitude in order for her to live her best life.
If you’re interested in hearing intimate, never talked about before, details of Kelsey’s life and want to know how you can go from being stuck in your limiting beliefs to living a live full of gratitude and growth then this is the episode for you.
Resources:
- Kelsey Glover Instagram: @kelsey.e.glover
- Conscious & Confidential Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/conscious-confidential-podcast/id1558283065
- Fox & Lamb Instagram: @ourfoxandlamb
- Carol Dweck Author of Mindset - https://profiles.stanford.edu/carol-dweck
- Unlocking Us with Brené Brown: Brené with Tim Ferriss and Dax Shepard on Podcasting, Daily Practices, and the Long and Winding Path to Healing - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/unlocking-us-with-bren%C3%A9-brown/id1494350511?i=1000502558786
Do you ever find yourself wishing your life was like someone else's? Maybe when scrolling through social media you notice that someone else seems to have the perfect life while you're just trying to find a moment in the day to brush your teeth. In this episode, the girls talk about how much that mind game of comparison really affected their lives and how nowadays they do their best to stop that game right in its tracks in order to live a more joyful life. Tune in to learn how you can do the same!
How far would you be willing to go to keep your family safe? What if that meant being hospitalized because you were the biggest threat? In this episode, Jess & Laura pick up where they left off in Episode 4 and dive into what it was like for Jess to be at the hospital during her psychotic state. From thinking she was talking to fairies to imagining she lost her entire family in a tragic accident, Jess goes through what can only be described as the worst experience of her life. Listen in to learn how she went from trying to escape the hospital to getting the help she needed in order to get her life back in a stable position. Warning, this episode contains a lot triggers and is not intended for a younger audience.
If you feel triggered and need someone to talk to, reach out to a friend, family member or medical professional. You can access the Crisis Services Canada hotline at 1-833-456-4566 or you can text 45645.
Mental health is something that affects us all. You're not alone and help is available.
Have you ever felt like your whole world was slipping away from you and that your grasp of reality was just completely gone? Join Jess & Laura as they explore what it was like for Jess to slip into a postpartum psychosis at the end of summer 2020. In this episode, the girls walk through what was going on prior to Jessica's manic episode and what her experience was like leading up to her husband bringing her to the hospital to seek help. Warning, this episode contains a lot triggers from depression to sexual assault and is not intended for a younger audience.
If you feel triggered and need someone to talk to, reach out to a friend, family member or medical professional. You can access the Crisis Services Canada hotline at 1-833-456-4566 or you can text 45645.
Mental health is something that affects us all. You're not alone and help is available.
Have you ever experienced a panic attack? How about thoughts of not being good enough? Or maybe you've felt like life was just too much so you stayed in bed for days on end? If you answered yes to any of those, you are not alone. Join Jess & Laura as they take a deep dive into Laura's life where she talks about first recognizing the signs of anxiety and depression, to getting a diagnosis and some of the life events that really shaped her into who she is today.
Trigger warning though, if you're not in a headspace to listen to anything about depression or anxiety, no worries about skipping this episode. If you do listen and if something gets brought up for you and you need a safe space to talk to someone you can call Crisis Services Canada at 1-833-456-4566 or you can text them at 45645.
If you're ready for some laughs, tears and some real authentic sharing from a couple of gals who have had their fair share of experience with mental health then get cozy and tune in today!
Ever wonder what it means when people say "go with your gut"? Or do you have trouble quieting that constant chatter in your brain that it stops you from really figuring out what you want to do in your life? In this episode, join Jess & Laura as they explain what intuition means to them, how they use mediation to quiet their mind and hear their inner voice and even get walked through how to do a simple mediation practice. If you're ready to start practicing how to get to the root of who your authentic self is, then this is an episode you don't want to miss!
Life has a way of knocking us down, but it's in the way we dust ourselves off, keep pushing forward and following our dreams that define us. Join Jess Raupers and Laura Foss (soon to be Lockhart) as they welcome you to their first ever podcast episode where they share a bit of their life stories, discuss where the name "Wyldhart" came from and give you a glimpse of what to expect in future episodes. If you're tired of letting your past weigh you down, then join The Wyldharts as they set out on a mission to empower women through lens of a growth mindset.