Find Your Groove: Recent Episodes
Kiley White and Brooke Chandler
NEW EPISODE TUESDAYS BI-WEEKLY - Let’s groove! Find Your Groove is a local platform that explores balance, self-discovery and wellbeing. Located in Truro, Nova Scotia, we work to understand the various approaches to wellness in a rural community. In conversations with locals and community initiatives, we dive into the variations of finding your groove and how it works for each of us. Co-hosted by Kiley White and Brooke Chandler © Find Your Groove, 2022
This week looks a little different. On this week’s episode, Ki attends a Non-profit fair. Representatives from extremely influential non-profits local to Truro and Colchester, sit down with Ki to share tidbits about the work they do! Ki hears from the Hospice Centre, ElevateHER, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and even meets up with an old pal!
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We're chatting with the Truro Housing Outreach Society with Shelby Thompson!
As soon as you start chatting with Shelby, you can tell she has a firing passion for equitable housing for all. Shelby is a Housing Support Worker at the Truro Housing Outreach Society, and has been recently been publicly recognized for her commitment and actions of advocacy as a receipting of a ‘Truro Famous’ award (Huge congrats, Shelby!!!). Shelby talks with us about what Truro Housing Outreach Society is, how she got involved, how others can get involved, what her role as a housing support worker entails, what is in store for the future of Hub House (their last resort shelter) and what she is noticing in our small home town of Truro. Truro Housing Outreach Society is a crucial service for our community, which we are so so so grateful to have. Providing shelter and resource navigation services, they are a core support for locals and those passing through.
VOLUNTEER AT THE TRURO HOUSING OUTREACH SOCIETY: https://www.trurohomeless.ca/volunteer (https://www.trurohomeless.ca/volunteer) TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.trurohomeless.ca/donate (https://www.trurohomeless.ca/donate)
Truro Housing Outreach Society’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/trurohousingoutreachsociety?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (https://instagram.com/trurohousingoutreachsociety?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) Website: https://www.trurohomeless.ca/about (https://www.trurohomeless.ca/about)
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If you’ve lived in Colchester for sometime, you are likely familiar with the Colchester County branch of United Way. Executive Director Sarah Flemming isn’t shy in expressing her passion for creating opportunities for a better community, more specifically community access. We highlight growing up in Truro (moving away, coming back - a familar story for many), housing, and the general needs of our community. Not to be too cheesy, but being both born and raised in Colchester, talking to Sarah made us feel hopeful about the future in this county. Resources:
- United Way | Vision & Focus Areas
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Disclaimer:This episode contains content of grief and a very brief acknowledgment of suicidal thoughts. It is important to note this episode does contain post-grieving processes of the events of April 18-19, 2020. With that, there will be nothing about those events nor post-events including the inquiry. This is a conversation about one's grief and how it has shaped their reality.
This is an episode we hold extremely dear to our hearts, as Taylor opens up her heart and soul to us, allowing us to have a glimpse into her journey with navigating grief. Aside from being a Truro local, Taylor is a mom, daughter, an incredible writer, and an advocate for grief. Grief is a complicated emotion/experience that a lot of us shy away from - but not for Taylor. Imperfectly Taylor is a blog that Taylor started approximately three years ago to support herself through an extremely difficult time.
As someone who tends to bottle emotions up, Taylor expresses the role that Imperfectly Taylor has played in supporting herself through the grieving process, and how society shapes the way we think about grief and what grief is “supposed” to look like
We love Imperfectly Taylor (especially the Music Monday posts), and we have no doubt that you will love it just as much.
Greif can be difficult. Let’s talk about it.
Taylor's Blog:
https://www.instagram.com/imperfectlytaylor2/
Sean McLeod Memorial Award:
https://hollandcollege.academicworks.ca/donors/https-hollandcollege-academicworks-ca-opportunities-1599
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Remember that super cool crocheted sweater that went viral a while back??? Yup? Well that was Grace!
Grace from Grace’s Handmades spills the tea about her unique journey with crocheting, including absolutely blowing up on Instagram over night, her love for Maud Lewis, and some not so fun facts about fast fashion + so called ‘crocheted’ goods.
In all honesty, we could have talked to Grace for HOURS! And…we have a theory about the future, all of which we share with her of course.
Super cool human. Super cool artwork.
Be sure to check out all of the goodies on Grace’s Handmades website - you’ll be able to find her patterns for sale!
https://www.graceshandmades.com/shop
Learn more about Grace’s Handmades:
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https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent/maud-lewis-crochet-sweater-1.6793847
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We talk all thing Truro Forest School in this episode with the inspiring Natalie Jess-Fiene.
Natalie wears a lot of hats. She is the Program Director of Truro Forest School, and has 15 years of experience as an archeologist, and silviculturalist. AND on top of that, she is military trained.
She explains what Forest school is all about, including why and how it benefits children, how it’s different than ‘regular’ school, and the importance of everyone, not just children, to connect with Mother Nature herself.
One thing we absolutely adore: Natalie’s so so passionate about the true history of land-use; the connection between culture and nature; and how we can all contribute to environmental preservation and sustainability - which as you’ll learn, can begin at a young age!
Learn more about Truro Forest School:
https://www.truroforestschool.ca/ourteam
https://instagram.com/truroforestschoolns?igshid=MTIzZWMxMTBkOA==
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Belly laughs and Real Talk with Mads, our new + amazing Peer Support Lead.
In this episode, Madi dives into the nitty gritty of her professional journey (involving youth work, community outreach, difficult choices + hands-on-learning approaches). Oh, and Chad Micheal Murray, high school lunch dates, breaking the stigma of community college, fortune cookies, to name a few.
Side note:
Madi, if you’re reading this - thank you for being you + all you do for FYG xx we seriously don’t know what we would do without you, your organization skills and your ability to make us laugh until we feel like puking.
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We’re back, baby!
Our most raw and authentic season yet. To kick off the season, K + B talk all things from Lil’ Wayne T-shirts, frozen pizzas, aliens, Subway orders, our new (and amazing) staff member, what kind decor was in their homes growing up, imaginary friends and the fun facts you never would think to ask the groovy gals.
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Remember when we mentioned "the kids" in episode 1? Well, they're not kids anymore! In this season finale, we reflect on the journey Find Your Groove has brought us on and what is in store for season two. A HUGE thank you to all our guests, supporters, and community for being apart of this journey! See you all in APRIL!
Episode Resources:
Logo by Emily | Website
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Sugar, spice and everything nice! The one and only Tris Chaulk (aka Lust - our fav drag queen) opens up about their journey! From drag, education, empowerment and being a rural queen, we cover all things spicy! Oh, and how Tris makes a killer iced caramel macchiato. “No other f* person on this planet exists. Like, I am the only one right now. I am HOT.”
this episode contains: sex and language*
Episode resources:
- Fire Cider | Recipe
- Expanding Drag in Truro | Article
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The truth is - we’re millennials and adulting is hard but, hey, at least we got great friends. It hasn't always been that way. We learned to navigate bad friendships, understand our own needs and set boundaries (are we the queens of boundaries? YES!) Having any type of relationship takes work and when your friendships are as deep as family, it's important to have tough conversations.
Episode Resources:
- Melissa Urban on You Can Do Hard Things | Podcast
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In this extra-long episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Al McNutt - a long-time community advocate and Executive Director of Northern Health Connections Society. Al discusses all things harm reduction including sex education, needle distribution, and meeting people where they are at. “It's all about taking care of one another in this world”
this episode contains: sex, drug use and language
Episode Resources:
- Northern Healthy Connections | Website
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We are sitting down with Cynthia Voegeli, a kind-hearted local therapist with an interest in trauma and family systems. Cynthia discusses the importance of setting boundaries (with friends, colleagues, family, or oneself) and giving a voice to your own worth and limits. Whether you are working to set boundaries or learning how to recognize when a boundary is needed - this one is worth tuning in!
Episode Resources
- Cynthia Voegeli | Website
- Melissa Urban on You Can Do Hard Things | Podcast
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Today, we are talking to a good friend, community member and Roots of Hope Outreach Worker, Seana Jewer! Roots of Hope is a community suicide prevention initiative (specifically working in the Northern Zone of Nova Scotia). Beginning here in Nova Scotia in 2021, Seana has been invested in understanding how to support folks from a community-based lens. We talk about all things mental health systems, building community support/capacity and research! “We have defaulted that it’s the community's role is to navigate folks to the help but, we can do a lot more. We don't have to wait until people hit rock bottom.”
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Kiley and Brooke meet with Abby and Derek from Truro Pride. We connect about the profound community need for 2SLGBTQIA+ specific programming, services, and support. "There wasn't a space for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks in Truro". We talk about all things in allyship, healthcare, and community.
You can learn more about Truro Pride at https://truropride.ca/ or @truropride on Instagram
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The crossover episode you’ve all been waiting for... Let Me Overthink About ItX Find Your Groove! Sam Madore wears many hats in our community. She is an author, podcaster, mental health advocate and frankly, our hero. She chats with us about her journey with Let Me Overthink About It and highlights the need for being real when discussing mental health.
You can learn more about Sam at https://www.thesammadore.ca/ or listen to her on Let Me Overthink About It https://anchor.fm/s/290189ec/podcast/rss
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Brennan Googoo, an old friend of Brookes, chatted with us on Truth and Reconciliation Day! Brennan highlights his continuous work with Indigenous youth and what he has learned. He dives into how he understands well-being in Indigenous teachings and growing up in community. Brooke and Kiley reflect on Euro-Western views on wellness and health. “My identity and who I am is determined by what I do tomorrow”
You can learn more about 3 Things Consulting https://3things.ca/, Indigenous Communities Foundation https://ulnoowegfoundation.ca/, and find more resources on our Groovy Reads resource page!
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Kiley and Brooke chat with Masstown Movement and Fitness. Amanda Grant, Co-Owner of the gym highlights her journey in building the space and encourages locals to show up for themselves, their health, and their wellbeing. Keep an eye out for a giveaway! You can learn more about Masstown Movement Fitness on their website! Be sure to check out their Instagram(@masstownmovementfitness)
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Kiley and Brooke have dreamed of connecting with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and this episode does just that. Sarah, a youth worker from CMHA, discusses the various programs and 1-to-1 support that the organization offers. She highlights the ripple effect in the community and the importance of community care. “Our community can come together and support one another”. You can learn more about U-Group and general programming at CMHA Colchester East Hants Be sure to check out their Instagrams @cmhatruro and @ugrouptruro
This episode contains content on mental illness, trauma, and trafficking
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Alana Tattrie, COO of ADDvocacy ADHD & Executive Function Coaching Ltd, chats with the groovy girls about Womanhood and ADHD. Diagnosed with ADHD in her late twenties, Alana highlights the strategies that she uses to maintain her lifestyle. She currently works as an ADHD coach, advocate and is truly a genuine sweetheart. We got some ADDitude in this one! You can learn more about on their website ADDvocacy and check out their instagram @addvocacycoach Alana’s reads/resources Groovy Reads! Be sure to tag @findyourgroovetruro in your listening stories! Want to get creative with us? Groove Creative Studio Instagram: @groovecreativestudiotruro_
this episode contains content of eating disorders/eating challenges
Brooke and Kiley encourage each other to sit down and talk about their wellness journey. Kiley highlights how she engages with her spirituality through art and the environment and what she is currently doing to enrich the creative narrative in Truro, Nova Scotia. Next time you see Kiley, she’ll be covered in paint?!… Brooke pinpoints the change in her own journey and the kids who played a major part in it. Be sure to tag @findyourgroovetruro in your listening stories! Groove Creative Studio Instagram: @groovecreativestudiotruro_ Check our Groovy Reads!
Kiley and Brooke sit down with Savanah Cameron, a Bedford based Massage Therapist and current Truro resident. Savanah experienced an intensive level of burnout for over a year before being given the ability to name her condition. She works to bring awareness to over-working while highlighting the pure connection between body and mind. You might want to take notes on this one..... Be sure to tag @findyourgroovetruro in your listening stories! Savanah Cameron Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savcameronrmt/ Check out our Savanah’s GROOVY READS suggestions at https://linktr.ee/findyourgroovetruro and get a sense of her practice at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0FDrRzBNSbbjCMFvKC9YLf
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Kiley and Brooke explore the development of Find Your Groove and their personal connections to it. Be sure to tag @findyourgroovetruro in your listening stories! Check out our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savcameronrmt/ Check out our socialshttps://linktr.ee/findyourgroovetruro
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