Let's Just Do This!: Recent Episodes
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Let's Just Do This, produced by WOW New Media is a platform where we challenge your beliefs, connect you to change makers and share authentic stories to help educate, empower and inspire you to live well, holistically!
Margaret and Claire chat with Dr. Rima Thapar, MD, about her extraordinary journey from suffering from health challenges, to helping others bounce back from the same challenges. She was diagnosed bipolar and put on two strong medications, but actually got worse. She started a journey of self discovery, to figure out what was wrong and how she could heal herself, and helps others now advocate for themselves with knowledge!
Helping busy professionals heal through:
🧘🏽♀️ 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁- Yoga for Mobility
🩺 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲- Chronic Pain Specialist/🌿dōTERRA Oils
🧠 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁- Coaching
To follow Dr. Thapar or learn more about The Healing Cup, find her at:
Web: https://www.thehealingcup.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehealingcup377/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_healing_cup/
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Tags: #advocate, #Anxiety, #Stress, #mentalhealth, #bipolar, #Author, #cbd, #doctor, #Podcast, #TVShow, #YourTVHalton, #YourTVOntario, #TVCogeco
Margaret, Todd and Claire chat with Michelle McVittie, known worldwide as "Mom The Manager"! In this episode the topic on everyone's mind was mental health, especially important during the pandemic.
Michelle is a family and corporate consultant, child life specialist, speaker, author and the host of her own television show. Michelle is a past guest on BTasONE, when it was known as Let's Just Do This!
With the right tools and support I believe change is possible. So whether you need individual support, a blog post to read or a speaker for you next event I’m here to support you.
My story
I’m the manager of my home, but it wasn’t always that way
When you feel overwhelmed, anxious, resentful, or angry you can be on a private island with a personal chef and feel as though it’s not enough. No matter the stage of your life, your joy meter needs to be high in order to feel fulfilled and activated to do more. This applies to a solo entrepreneur, a single mother, a CEO or a young adult just starting out. I made more time for the things I loved and it lead me to my true passion. Prioritizing my self-care made me calmer and happier.
To follow Michelle or learn more about "Mom The Manager", find her at:
Web: https://momthemanager.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michellemcvittiemomthemanager/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/momthemanager/
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Tags: #Youth, #Anxiety, #Stress, #AtRiskYouth, #EmotionalRegularion, #Author, #Redemption, #Podcast, #TVShow, #YourTVHalton, #YourTVOntario, #TVCogeco
Margaret, Todd and Claire chat with Frederick Dryden, founder and CEO of Liberty For Youth!
Frederick Dryden was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica. He migrated to Collingwood Ontario, when he was 11 years old. After experiencing abuse as a teen, Frederick was inspired to start Liberty For Youth in 2004. Frederick has received the following awards for his work with Liberty For Youth:
2012 – Recipient of the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Award
2011 – Recipient of the Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Award
2011 – Recipient of the John C. Holland Award for Community Service within the Black Community
2011 – Recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Community Award
2008 – Recipient of the Canadian Living Me to We Award for Social Action
In the Fall of 2016, Frederick completed a 3-week marathon between Ottawa to Hamilton, ON, with a goal to raise awareness and funding for at-risk youth. Frederick ran over 700 KMs and conducted over 72 speaking engagements along the route.
In 2018, Frederick released his first book entitled, "Running For Their Lives". The book captures his at-risk teen years – when he experienced homelessness and was in conflict with the law – along with his 'Run for Youth' journey.
Frederick’s passion for youth can be summed up in his statement, “I believe that young people are constantly in search of the truth, the right way to live, and have the capacity to do so with proper guidance."
Frederick and his wife Tanya live in Hamilton with their children.
To follow Liberty For Youth or learn more about their mission, find them at: Web: http://www.LibertyForYouth.org
Phone: 905 297 7929
Email: info@libertyforyouth.org
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Tags: #Youth, #Unemployment, #Homelessness, #AtRiskYouth, #Abuse, #Author, #Redemption, #Podcast, #TVShow, #YourTVHalton, #YourTVOntario, #TVCogeco
Margaret, Todd and Claire chat with Jennifer Silvestri, accredited medical cannabis educator and Dr. Amy Thiele, a anesthesiologist who were both invited to talk about the amazing benefits of medical cannabis!
From Dr. Thiele's bio: I assess patients' suitability to incorporate cannabinoids into their treatment regime. I provide friendly education, guidance, support and accountability in cannabinoid use.
I also love to assist and coach people to their health and wellness goals such as weight loss, healthy aging and nutrition and fitness optimization.
I seek out innovative technologies to empower and coach people with information about the state of their health such as body composition analysis by Dexa scan, DNA tests, Cardiovascular, Cognitive and Metabolic screening so they can initiate a personalized plan to improve their health. I work with them to test, track then triumph to long lasting vitality and longevity enhancing results.
From Jennifer's Bio: Experienced Creative Director/Consultant with a demonstrated history of working in hospital, health care and the cannabis industry. Skilled in Sales Management, Business Development, Team Building, Public Speaking, and Media Relations.
To follow Dr. Thiele, head over to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amy-m-thiele-4a14107a/
To follow Jennifer head over to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-silvestri-5512b55b/
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Margaret, Todd and Claire chat with Lean Squad's Phil Mackenzie, and Tracy Schofield, a nurse who got and dealt with COVID 19 for many months!
Phil Mackenzie is a former Professional Rugby Player and the Founder of the LEANSQUAD.
For over 10 years he was fortunate enough to play professional rugby overseas in one of the best leagues in the world, while representing his country in two Rugby World Cups (2011 & 2015).
Phil talked about nutrition as well as his 'unique' cooking style! He also discussed training someone that had recently recovered from COVID.
Practical nurse Tracy Schofield talked about her journey through COVID. Tracy previously worked at several long term care facilities, and was going back and forth between them until her first positive. After 13 tests she tested negative, after an astounding 76 days!
What were her symptoms, how did she manage and what does life look like now for Tracy? Tune in to find out!
To follow Phil, head over to:
Insta: www.instagram.com/leansquad
Web: https://lean-squad.com/
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Margaret, Todd and Claire speak with Dr. Naheed Dosani, a palliative care physician who cares for homeless and vulnerably housed individuals with dignity and compassion, whether in a shelter or on the street.
During his family medicine residency at a Toronto shelter, Dr. Dosani had an experience with a homeless man who was dying of cancer, while also suffering with mental health issues and addictions. Despite working closely with the man to develop trust and a pain management plan, Dr. Dosani returned to the shelter one morning to learn that his patient was found dead on the street having overdosed the night before.
The experience had a profound effect on Dr. Dosani and the trajectory of his career, motivating him to find ways to bridge the gap from the policy level to the individual level.
During his final year of residency in palliative care at the University of Toronto, Dosani approached the Inner City Health Associates (ICHA) with an idea: to expand ICHA’s primary and mental health programs for the homeless and those with unreliable housing to include palliative care needs for those with life-limiting illness.
After a year of planning, Dr. Dosani founded and launched Palliative Education And Care for the Homeless (PEACH) on the day he graduated in July 2014.
To follow Dr. Dosani http://twitter.com/naheedd
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Margaret, Todd and Claire speak with Anne LeBlanc - Health Services Manager RPN; Nicole Ivanusevic - Life enrichment manager and infection control; Christoph Summer - owner operator administrator of Mountainview Residence and Terrace about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected normal operations at the residence, and how they've all pitched in together. While some staff were unable to work due to health concerns, everyone, from cleaning staff to kitchen staff did whatever was necessary to keep the facility functioning, and a positive environment during the worst times. They even held a prom for the students that were working there!
To contact Mountainview Residence and Terrace:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MountainviewResidenceGeorgetown/
Web: https://mountainviewresidence.com/
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Margaret, Todd and Claire speak with Caterina Moda, plus size model and Instagram Influencer, and Leslie Ann Spicer, fascial stretch therapist. We chatted with Caterina about her rise as a body-positive role model and brand influencer, when so many young women struggle with body issues. Leslie talked about how the COVID-19 pandemic interrupted her business, and how she pivoted to online services.
Caterina's Bio: Born in Mississauga, Ontario, I have been modeling since 2013. My modelling collaborations include retail, design, editorial, print and runway. Born in an Italian family, fashion and style have always been a huge part of my upbringing, and modelling, for me, is a natural extension of that culture. I love fashion, networking and anything that elevates the curvy woman.
Leslie's Bio: passion lay in sport and exercise. I excelled at sports in high school and as the years passed, I became increasingly interested in learning about optimal fitness and the physical skills needed to improve athletic performance. I wanted to know how the body worked and the science behind it.
My journey started at the University of Western Ontario, where I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology. In my four years at Western, I learned the core principles of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the body. Shortly after, I attended teacher’s college at the University of Toronto and completed a Bachelor of Education in Physical & Health Education. I also attained my canfitpro certification during this time, allowing me to work as a personal trainer in Canada.
In 2008, I was hired as a personal trainer at a prominent fitness club and quickly advanced into the role of Fitness Manager where my responsibilities included hiring and developing new personal trainers as well as continuing to maintain a personal training clientele.
To contact Caterina:
Web: https://caterinamoda.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaterinaModa/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/caterinamoda/
To contact Leslie:
Web: http://balanced-bodies.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/balancedbodiesleslie/
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In this episode Margaret, Todd and Claire speak with life coach, prolific author and side hustle Queen Susie Moore! She's just published a new book called "Stop Checking Your Likes". Millions of us waste huge chunks of our days checking our phones and devices, looking for just one more thumbs-up or red heart. It’s the modern measurement of how accepted, wanted, or valued we seem to be. Susie Moore is going to help you shake off the need for that hollow approval and live the incredible, confident life you were meant to live. It’s time to proclaim and celebrate your talents, fend off naysayers, and live your life with magnetism and unshakable self-confidence.
Susie Moore has been obsessed with mastering the confidence game since she was a kid. 500+ self-help books later, a career as Sales Director for a Fortune 500 company, booking her tush on the Today show and publishing her points of view in the likes of Oprah.com, she's learned a thing or two about how to master it. And the best thing she know about it is this: it’s learned. That’s right.
And it’s her mission to help more and more people create an approval free life.
She's a confidence coach who helps people straighten up love their life. Because anything else is absurd when you think about it.
To contact Susie Moore:
Web: http://www.Susie-Moore.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susiemoore.writer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susiemoore
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In this episode Margaret, Todd and Claire speak with Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown about how he and the City of Brampton are working to embrace a holistic approach to the health and well being of the city;
Margaret, Todd and Claire speak with Brampton Councillor Doug Whillans about a program that is aimed at aiding residents to start their own vegetable gardens to help with food insecurity in the City. And this program has received attention from across the country;
And we speak with a local hero, Claire Gavin's Mom, Margaret Gavin and how she and Canada Sews are working to help keep people safe by sewing masks for residents and medical workers.
If you'd like further info about Canada Sews or the Brampton Garden initiative find our contact info below!
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Margaret Wallis-Duffy and Todd Miller chat with Brian Jamieson, a dynamic entrepreneur, who has created a wonderful product called SP1KE!
Brian's company, Vigurus Technologies, has changed people's lives with their SP1KE product! It helps with balance, diabetic neuropathy, posture, proprioception, long car rides and many other things!
Sp1ke is an incredibly versatile structural science for cushioning, that remarkably improves comfort, wellness and protection. Sp1ke has evolved to surpass product performance expectations across a broad range of applications that is supported by worldwide patents.
Wherever we sit, stand or lay – at work rest or play, Sp1ke provides a collection of unique and unrivaled products.
Sp1ke dynamically reacts to adjust with your body’s movements to enhance comfort, while providing pressure relief, and protection from impact and vibration, in any environment – a science we call ergomorphology.
Surpassing the performance of conventional foam, gel and air cushions, Sp1ke is composed of hundreds of mini cushioning nubs and connected bendable rods. The Sp1ke nubs actively move and flex in 3D space to respond to your unique comfort needs.
If you'd like further info about Brian or Vigurus Technologies, head over to the website at https://vigurus.com/contact-us/ for further details or how to get Sp1ke!
https://vigurus.com/contact-us/
info@vigurus.com
416.222.4454
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