The Wellness Seeker's Podcast: Recent Episodes
Courtney Hobbs
Welcome! The Wellness Seeker’s Podcast is for wellness seekers everywhere but with a Canadian perspective. I am Courtney, your guide! I am a mom, educator, woo woo junkie, mental health advocate and like you, on a wellness journey. Together we will build the steps needed for you to achieve your wellness goals. This podcast will help you create a lasting wellness routine with affirmations, meditation, nutrition, fitness trends and more! We will journey together clearing through the clutter to find the best information. Thank you for being here.
In my final (for now) episode of the Wellness Seeker's Podcast I share some of the valuable things I've learned in my 35 years. I share about caring for and honouring your mind and body in many many ways and I hope that it brings you a bit of enlightenment or tips to carry with you on your wellness journey!
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This will be my last podcast at Tarot Talks over Tea for now and on the Wellness Seeker's Podcast. But come on over to @amominmotion to join me live from week to week as I continue to learn the tarot! Pretty soon I will be able to pull cards for others! I can't wait!
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Still learning the Tarot, one card pick at a time!
We pulled the 7 of Pentacles (or coins) today and it was perfect! It resonated with many and I hope it does for you too!
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Picked a card I did not think I liked at first but then it really spoke to me. Sometimes there are messages we don't think we want to hear but we need to hear them! That was this week's pull for me!
Each week I am learning more and more and loving the story the cards are telling!! Join me at 3pm LIVE on IG and FB @edgewaterwell
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So, all-in-all we did not follow the Fiber Fueled 4 weeks like we wanted but in the end we were happy with how it all played out. I learned new recipes and it pushed me out of my comfort zone and what's even better is it pushed my husband out of his comfort zone! We both want to eat 80% of the time a plant based diet and get more fibre into us! That is a WIN!!!!!!!!
Thanks for sticking around and following along while we stumbled through this journey!
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Week 3 was a bust. Life happened and following the plan fell by the wayside. However, as we enter week 4 we are starting to get back on track and that feels good because we have been feeling really good eating this way.
Take aways include prepping. So when life does happen again we have some quick and easy healthy meals and snacks to grab rather than the Delicious Pizza down the street!
We are following @theguthealthmd Dr. B. Fiber Fueled 4 week meal plan from his book Fiber Fueled. To see what we've been eating follow along for one more week @edgewaterwell on IG!
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We pulled The Empress card today. Her meaning fits so well with how we are learning and exploring the cards with my Tarot for Self-Care book by Minerva Siegel.
Have a listen for the guidance around our self-care that this card provides!
I am loving learning the Tarot and am so excited to share what I learn on my IG and FB pages - @edgewaterwell every Monday at 3pm EST.
Any questions, DM me there!
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Picked the 5 of Swords today and my goodness it was a good message. One that we all needed to hear! Hopefully it finds you just when you need to hear it!
Join me live on IG @edgewaterwell at 3pm EST for a card pull and a self-care tip!
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If you've been following along we have been trying to follow the Fiber Fueled 4 weeks meal plan. I have been reflecting on the experience from week to week. Last week was not our best week and we have done some off-roading with the plan but we are gaining some valuable insights and that is truly what I think this whole experience is about for us!
If you're looking for the Quiz I mentioned on What's Killing Your Wellness Routine? You can head here: https://www.edgewaterwellness.ca/quizpage
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Still learning the Tarot from week to week! Join me to explore the deck! Today we had 2 cards jump out while shuffling today so we just went with it. Basically what come up was that life is about balance. The Self-care tip was also about balance. It's about knowing when to go for it and when to think about it.
Catch me every Monday at 3pm EST on IG @edgewaterwell
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Week 1 was good but also had many moments of discovery. Mainly that trying something new and learning to live a different way is hard and has really sucky moments. So this is a pep talk for you and me in case you're trying to do something new too!
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Join me each week as I both learn the Tarot and discover how to use it to inspire self-care. This happens LIVE on Instagram and Facebook @edgewaterwell on Mondays at 3pm EST. It is meant to be casual and conversational.
We pulled the Knight of Wands this week! And talked about sleeping in!
If you like tea, self-care and tarot have a listen for a little inspiration from the cards.
There are no show notes for this series at this point but if you have any questions DM me on Instagram or email me at courtney@edgewaterwellness.ca
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Join me as share and reflect on Prep day 1 and actual day 1 of the Fiber Fueled 4 week meal plan by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz.
I am also sharing my journey over on my IG @edgewaterwell if you want to tag along there.
My mantra: I just want to see how good I could feel after following this meal plan. I just want to see if I feel as good as I can!
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Join me each week as I both learn the Tarot and discover how to use it to inspire self-care. This happens LIVE on Instagram and Facebook @edgewaterwell on Mondays at 3pm EST. It is meant to be casual and conversational.
The same card as last week showed up again... That is a sign!
We also picked a second bonus Tarot card - The 7 of Pentacles and the message was great!
If you like tea, self-care and tarot have a listen for a little inspiration from the cards.
There are no show notes for this series at this point but if you have any questions DM me on Instagram or email me at courtney@edgewaterwellness.ca
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This episode is meant to be a little reality check and pep talk all in one to help remind you that good things take time.
As New Years resolutions begin to dwindle this time of year it can prompt feelings of defeat or actions of giving up. THIS is the time you need to show up for yourself.
Things worth going for take time and you are worth it!
To access the Tracker I talk about head here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/tracker. It's also a colouring page!!
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Join me each week as I both learn the Tarot and discover how to use it to inspire self-care. This happens LIVE on Instagram and Facebook @edgewaterwell on Mondays at 3pm EST. It is meant to be casual and conversational.
This week’s tea was provided by @allthingsteakw and was delicious Apple Mango ❤️
Other mentions: My Tarot idol @shhcorpio and @thewooshop for all Woo needs!
There are no show notes for this series at this point but if you have any questions DM me on Instagram or email me at courtney@edgewaterwellness.ca
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This is a series I am doing LIVE on Instagram and Facebook @edgewaterwell every Monday at 3pm.
This first episode was what I thought this series would be but it is in Episode 2 I decided to make it guided by a Tarot card pull.
I am just a beginner in the Tarot practice and have only been reading my own cards for a few months now. But I thought we could learn together.
My goal is to stay casual and help you in your wellness journey by providing another Tool you can add to your toolkit and also any other tips I can provide for you through my experience and personal journey.
Thanks for joining me!
There are no show notes for this series at this point but if you have any questions DM me on Instagram or email me at courtney@edgewaterwellness.ca
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I had the honour and privilege of interviewing Gina Leyva from Canadian Blood Services on this episode of the podcast. WOW! Wait until you hear her stories!!
Gina shares her personal story with receiving blood and then her experience as a mother with her son Michael. Both stories gave me all the feels.
Gina also answered all of my questions about blood donation as I was preparing for my first donation a few days after the interview. She explained things so well and if I hadn’t booked an appointment I would’ve after talking to her.
Finally, I share my first time blood donation experience!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/23
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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In this episode I talk about my 5 tips on what makes the best accountability groups! What qualities in people will help you reach your goals and how you in return can help them!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/22
Edgewater Connected: https://www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterconnected
Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
Family Dance Party: https://www.edgewaterwellness.ca/dance-party
Breakfast with me: https://www.edgewaterwellness.ca/breakfast
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A reflection of my 30 days to row 62000 metres. What worked, what didn’t and if I’m happy I did it!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/21
Mindful Goaling Course: www.edgewater.ca/mindfulgoaling
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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Momentum can only begin when you begin. So in this short little podcast I try to encourage you to just get started and see where your momentum can take you!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/20
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I have been a client of Genevieve's for a number of years now and I recommend her to many. And everyone that visits her shares with me how powerful her work is and how much she helped them.
So to say interviewing her was fun is actually an understatement.
In our interview Genevieve shares her wellness journey that brought her to where she is right now. She explains what her work actually is and how she helps people. She also shares what working with her looks like and what she hopes to accomplish with clients. Our interview is awesome and she is awesome. Genevieve is a certified Medical Intuitive, Past Life Regression Practitioner, B.O.S (Biocomputer Operating System) Practitioner, Craniosacral Practitioner, Therapeutic Touch Practitioner, an Angel Communicator and an Angel Guidance and Healing Practitioner. Beyond that we talk all things wellness and this really is the best! We get into the choice to eat more plant based, the future of our planet, the importance of water and just other fun things!
I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did! Please share with others who might enjoy it and leave a review!
Full show notes: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/19
To learn more about Genevieve visit her website: www.bodyandsoulconnections.com
On social: @genevievecigna
Email her: info@bodyandsoulconnections.com
Link to Mindful Goaling Course waitlist: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/mindfulgoaling
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Join me as I work to row 62 000 metres in 30 days! Follow my real-life, real vulnerable journey to finish losing my baby weight and fit into my jeans by my 35th birthday.
Sign up here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/rowingjourney
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/18
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In this episode I give a few tips on how I try to stay more present in my day-to-day life and how you can too!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/17
Meal Prep Recipes: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/mealprep
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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In this episode I share parts of my Mental Health Journey. Trigger warning: my story involves talk about suicide so please don't listen if this will be challenging for you. I share how my breakdown turned breakthrough happened and how I went from living a life of fear to now, living a life of joy. Please see the full show notes for additional mental health support information and for other links!
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A short self-compassion meditation to remind yourself to give yourself the compassion you need.
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Self-Sabotage is the worst. But self-compassion is the best. Yet, somehow it's harder to say nice things to ourselves then say and do things that derail us from reaching our goals. In this episode I give some examples of how I battle my own self-sabotage and find compassion for myself especially in my darkest moments.
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In this episode of the podcast I talk about how organizing your space and stuff feels so good. I also give some times tips on organizing clothes and your digital space and your day! I talk about how I’ve started to use time blocking to help me actually get things done and maybe one day say goodbye to my millions of To Do lists.
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/14
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Sometimes when I'm too in my head and feeling ungrounded I do a few things to help me ground and become focused. Head to the full show notes for a list of things to help you.
30 Quick & Easy Self-Care ideas: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/selfcareideas
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/13
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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This month I am featuring local sport and active lifestyle dietician Cara Kasdorf. Cara is one half of Blueprint Nutrition. Her and her business partner Rosanne Robinson serve Waterloo and Wellington regions. Cara specializes in helping athletes - both high level performance athletes and the athlete within, like me who loves to be able to have a body that functions optimally but who may not be planning to do a triathlon any time soon! In our interview Cara shares her wellness journey story, she explains what it’s like to work with her and she answers some of my burning questions about what to eat before and after a workout and how she serves those with specific diet choices such as plant based diets.
Find more from Cara:
Instagram @blueprintnutritionsport
Blueprint Nutrition website at www.blueprintnutrition.ca or;
Email her at cara@blueprintnutrition.ca
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/12
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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Our immune system is just one system that helps our body function optimally. We need to take care of our whole body in order to give our immune system what it needs to perform its best. In this episode I give you 8 (+ a bonus) tips on how to best support your immune system so it can work its best for you! Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/11 Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates Contact info: courtney@edgewaterwellness.ca
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In this week's episode I talk about allowing substitutions into your life. I give tips on how we can release control and go with the glow in baking and life! See the full show notes for my famous muffin recipe!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/10
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Stretching is a gift you are giving your future self. Learn why it helps you and how you can incorporate it into your fitness routine and your daily life.
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/9
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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A 5 minute guided Gratitude meditation. Meditation is about allowing yourself to be present so listen seated, lying down or while brushing your teeth or walking your dog! Enjoy!
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Comparison can be the thief of joy if you let it. Find out how to battle those feelings of comparison and feel confident!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/8
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I am so excited to have Laura May Culver on as my first guest interview. Laura May is an author, parent, social worker, Life and Business Coach, Motivational speaker and creator of power of The Joy Journal©. She holds a Master of Social Work with twenty years of clinical experience and a Master of Arts in Culture and Spirituality. Although Laura May enjoys traditional therapeutic work with clients, she has a true entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for personal growth which shines through in her coaching and workshop facilitation through her business Knowself Services.
In our conversation Laura May shares her wellness journey. How she survived some of life's hardest hurdles to become The Joy Girl! She speaks about her Power of the Joy Journal and about how she helps clients looking to move to the next level in their life.
Laura May's Website: http://knowselfservices.com/
The Joy Store (listen to episode for a great one-time-purchase discount): https://knowself-services.myshopify.com
Laura May's IG: @lauramayculver
Full Show Notes: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/7
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If you've ever been afraid to try something new then this episode is for you! I share 5 tips on how to prepare for trying something to help you exercise your bravery muscle and grow!
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/6
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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It doesn't take a village to just raise a child, it takes a village to raise a person. Find out the 4 reasons why a wellness professional can help you stay committed to your wellness journey.
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/5
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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A short little fun reminder that you are awesome and loving yourself feels so good because there is so much to love about you!
Show notes: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/4
Weekly Newletter/Pep Talks: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
I Like Myself book: http://karenbeaumont.com/i-like-myself/
Listen to Robert Munsch: https://robertmunsch.com/books
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In this episode we talk about what affirmations are, how and why they work and then practice writing our own. I tell you about when and where I have used them and why I think using them daily is helpful, especially in stressful situations.
Full show notes here: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/3
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Staying hydrated it so important. In this episode we discuss why water is important to our overall health. Plus tips on water consumption while exercising and tricks to help you drink enough water in a day!
Full show notes: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/twsp/2
Weekly Newsletter: www.edgewaterwellness.ca/edgewaterupdates
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In this episode I give a brief introduction sharing my goals for this podcast and some of my wellness journey!
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