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The Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Life After Covid-19Dare we dream of life after Covid-19?#pandemic #lifeaftercovid Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources mentioned in this episodeThe Canadian PressScience Up FirstEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, a...
2021-05-1830 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!It's All Too Much!Since it's Mental Health Awareness and Mother's Day this week, it's a good time to acknowledge the struggles women face today. We see you, we support you, and we're celebrating your strength!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True...
2021-05-1029 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Letting GoThere's a reason why Marie Kondo & The Minimalists are so popular; many of us have trouble letting go of all the stuff we accumulate. Listen in as we share our experiences with holding on to too much stuff!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming...
2021-05-0433 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Summer PlanningWe're talking about Summer, Cottagecore, the Bay City Rollers and all sorts of things this week!. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This...
2021-04-2732 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!MemoriesWe're delving into memories this week and discovering they're more important than we think they are!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!ResourcesBefore I go to Sleep by S J WatsonAberfanEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True...
2021-04-1939 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Stress: Bending Without BreakingStress has been called the silent killer yet so many of us carry it around. In this global pandemic, many of us are at our breaking point so it's time to face it head-on and learn to manage it before it becomes too much!Resources Stress Management Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/
2021-04-0534 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Leaving the NestWe're chatting about how to prepare our kids for leaving home. Whether it's to go to university or to gain their independence, eventually, they will leave... or will they? Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Wo...
2021-03-2941 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!What You Need To Know About ShinglesShingles can affect anyone at any age. Listen in as Deb shares her personal struggle with this painful and often debilitating disease. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Shingles (alberta.ca)Mayo Clinic InformationCDC - Shingrix InformationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: C...
2021-03-2230 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!FavouritesWe're lightening the mood this week and talking about our favourite types of movies, books, songs, and TV shows. We're also sharing some traits that we've been keeping to ourselves... until now! Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True S...
2021-03-1543 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Loneliness: The Social Isolation EpidemicLoneliness can affect anyone at any time but it has become an epidemic during the current pandemic. There's a big difference between being alone and being lonely so this week we're talking about our experiences with being lonely and how it can affect our mental health. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:John CacioppoEvery Conversation CountsCanadian Mental Health AssociationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thrive
2021-03-0840 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Look For The HelpersWe're tired of negativity and have changed our focus to look for the helpers. At times of despair, disaster, and darkness, always look for the helpers!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the...
2021-03-0130 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!No Place For BulliesFebruary 24th is Pink Shirt Day. A day where we stand up against bullying. If you or someone you know has been bullied, you're not alone! Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Alberta Bullying Prevention ResourcesPink Shirt Day Calgary & Area Child Advocacy CentreThe Asshole Survival Guide by Robert I. SuttonEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - h...
2021-02-2239 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Wear What You WantAre you tired of being told what to wear once you hit 40, 50 and beyond? We are too! We've decided to wear what we want because life's too short to play by the rules!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story f...
2021-02-1539 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Cancer & Covid-19: What You Need To KnowDid you know that cancer diagnosis rates have dropped significantly during the pandemic? We're talking about why this isn't a good thing and what you need to know about early diagnosis and treatment. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Canadian Cancer SocietyAHS Cancer Care AlbertaWorld Cancer DayEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue...
2021-02-0830 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Binge-Watching Our Way Through a PandemicIt seems everyone is doing it so we're sharing what we're binge-watching right now. Is binge-watching a bad thing? We're exploring the pros and cons of spending so much time with our favourite t.v. characters. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A...
2021-02-0135 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Cabin Fever Anyone?Are you dealing with cabin fever right now? It's #BellLetsTalk day on January 28th so we thought it was the perfect time to talk about cabin fever and share what's up with our mental health (we may have thrown a few rants in for good measure too!)Covid-19 has sent anxiety rates skyrocketing so please reach out for help if your suffering. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Bell Let's TalkAHS Mental Health ResourcesCanadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental...
2021-01-2532 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Finding Gratitude When Life Gets HardWe're back after a long Christmas break and sharing what we've learned about finding gratitude when life gets hard.Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This...
2021-01-1832 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Finding the Funny SideSince this is our last episode of 2020 we thought we'd share some of our most embarrassing moments and reasons why we think laughter is vital even in our darkest moments.Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the...
2020-12-1433 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Sleeping Through a PandemicInsomnia is on the rise and on the verge of becoming a global health issue. We're talking about this and so much more!Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya Perreault
2020-12-0731 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Cooking Fatigue and FailuresWe're sharing our thoughts on cooking fatigue and revealing our biggest cooking disasters.Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and...
2020-11-3035 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Finding Your Passion: Have You Found Yours?We're often told we need to find our passion but what happens if you can't find it? Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This...
2020-11-2334 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Dirty TalkWe're discussing our new obsession with Go Clean Co and their Instagram stories. We've never felt so clean! Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Go Clean Co Instagram StoriesThe Cleaning Army HandbookEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read T...
2020-11-1633 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Saying Sorry: Is It Ever Too Late?As Canadians, we're very familiar with saying sorry but is it ever too late to apologize? Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast...
2020-11-0927 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Imposter Syndrome: When Fear Holds You BackHave you ever let fear stop you from achieving your dream or have you accomplished something but felt like you didn't deserve the accolades? If you answered, yes, you may be suffering from imposter syndrome. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A...
2020-10-2631 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!The Fine Art of Doing NothingWe saying no to overworking and under-living. We're learning the true value of doing nothing and we think you should too! Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya Perreault
2020-10-1935 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!First Aid for Your Brain!World Mental Health Day is on October 10th so we're talking about Psychological First Aid this week. Sue explains what it is and why we all should learn first aid for the brain.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources discussed this week:Psychological First Aid: The BasicsEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www...
2020-10-1227 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!The Woo Woo World of Alternative TherapiesTo woo or not to woo, that is the question. Essential oils, bee sting therapy, & water fasting. We're talking all things woo woo this week and sharing our opinions on whether to woo or not!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources discussed this week:Timothy Caulfield Twitter Instagram Jonathan Stea Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.c...
2020-10-0533 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Are You Putting On Pandemic Pounds?Many of us turn to food during stressful times and living with a global pandemic is no exception. Listen in as Alicya, Deb and Sue share their experience with putting on pandemic pounds.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True...
2020-09-2837 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!We're Back for Season 2!We're starting Season 2 with a topic many of us as dealing with right now. We're sharing our feelings about sending kids back to school while in the middle of a global pandemic. With so much fear, anxiety & uncertainty, how are our kids dealing with going back to school?Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/...
2020-09-2134 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Season 1 FinaleAs season one comes to an end, we're revisiting the topics that have made us laugh, grow, and connect. We're taking a Summer break and will back in September.Have a wonderful Summer!!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A...
2020-06-2928 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Finding Balance When Life Gets HeavyThis week we're talking about how we find balance when life feels heavy. We're talking about pandemic fatigue, emotional hangovers, and all the current news that contributes to our overload. We've got some solutions too!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A...
2020-06-2236 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Racism: Breaking The SilenceThis week we're discussing racism, the #blacklivesmatter movement, and how breaking the silence of white privilege is the only way forward. Transcript available hereReal women. Real conversations. The resources discussed in this episode include:How To Be An Antiracist by Ibram X. KendiWays to Be an Ally, from Two Lifetimes of LearningThe Guide to Allyship13th - The Netflix film from Ava DuVernay Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue...
2020-06-1431 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Does Birth Order Really Make a Difference?We're delving into the strange and fascinating world of birth order in this episode. Firstborns, middles, last borns, does it really make a difference in the family dynamics? Does birth order affect your relationships and if so, how? Join us and find out all you need to know about birth order! Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:The Birth Order Book by Dr. Kevin LemanEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow u...
2020-06-0839 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Vulnerability Can Change EverythingVulnerability has been a topic we've heard a lot about over the past few years so why is it still so hard to be vulnerable?Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Dr. Brene BrownTaming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue...
2020-06-0235 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Keeping Up With The Jones'sHave you ever felt the need to keep up with the Jones's, the Kardashians, or anyone else? It's easy to get caught up in the financial nightmare of trying to have it all but at what cost?Maybe its it's time to take a look at what really matters and live life a little simpler.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveF...
2020-05-2535 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Sleep: The Final FrontierDoes sleep come easy to you? Or are you struggling to find the restful sleep we all need to function?COVID-19 has affected so many aspects of our lives and sleep is no exception. Anxiety, worry, and perimenopause can be the cause of many sleepless nights and we're talking about it!Read the transcript here.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thrive...
2020-05-1839 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Just Keep Moving: Even When It's HardBreaking News! We have our very own Fitbit group and we're inviting you to join us as we try to stay motivated to keep moving. Why is exercise so hard for some of us?We're keeping it real and chatting about how difficult it is to find the motivation to work out right now. Want to join us on Fitbit? Add one of us or all of us as a Fitbit friend and we'll add you to our little private group. We're Alicya P. Sue. B. Deb G. come and join us!Real...
2020-05-1135 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!And When This Is Over...Is this the perfect time to pause and re-evaluate your life?We're talking about what we miss, what changes we want to make and whether we want to step back onto the same old hamster wheel. Judging by the laughter, we had a lot of fun in this episode. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Don't Go Back To Sleep - RUMIThe breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you.Don't go back...
2020-05-0434 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Happiness: Where Do You Find Your Happy Place?What does it mean to be happy?We're chatting about happiness and the lessons we've learned in pursuing this sometimes elusive emotion. What does happiness feel like? How do you know when you're happy? So many questions but thankfully, we have so many answers too!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:IKIGAI: The Japanese Secret to Living a Happy & Long LifeThe T.E.A. method is described in detail in Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons
2020-04-2737 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Are You A People Pleaser?When does being a people pleaser become problematic? We're going deep this week and sharing how being a people pleaser has affected our lives in so many ways. Can it be responsible for the decisions we make and is change possible? We're answering these questions and so much more.We're also talking about lounge-wear, baking soda, and huglekulter!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful...
2020-04-2047 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Don't Forget To Breathe: Guilt, Anxiety & Covid-19Whether it's anxiety, guilt, grief or despair, it's normal to feel emotional during this pandemic. We're focusing on mental health this week and saying to hell with productivity. If you're having trouble dealing with life right now, you're not alone. We're sharing our own thoughts and where to find support when you need it. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Canada Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 686868U.S. Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741U...
2020-04-1339 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Are You A Procrastinator?We're chatting about Procrastination today which is something many of us deal with, whether it's you or a loved one, the subject is fascinating. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Inside the Mind of the Master Procrastinator7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/
2020-04-0637 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Working From Home: Tips, Tricks & Challenges.The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many of us to work from home. Alicya, Deb and Sue share their tips, tricks, and challenges as they navigate working from home. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the...
2020-03-3037 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!The New Normal: How COVID-19 Changed Our WorldIn a world filled with fear and anxiety, it's important to talk about how we are feeling about the COVID-19 global pandemic. We're sharing our thoughts and what we're doing to help our families and communities get through this difficult time. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/
2020-03-2429 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!What Is Self Care and Why Does It Matter?With the recent COVID-19 global pandemic it's more important than ever to practice self-care but what exactly does self-care mean and why does it matter? Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful...
2020-03-1637 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Hormone Therapy: What We've Learned About HRTWe've learned a lot about Hormone Therapy (HRT) over the past year. Join Alicya, Deb and Sue as they explore the many benefits of HRT and break down the myths that seem to confuse many women. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:The North American Menopause SocietyDr. Louise Newson - My Menopause DoctorBusting myths around HRT [Video]Menopause: The Change for the BetterThe Vagina Bible by Dr. Jen GunterEmail u...
2020-03-1036 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!International Women's Day: Our Fight for EqualityIt's International Women's Day on March 8th, 2020 on which we celebrate gender equality. In this episode, we're talking about our experiences with gender equality, sexual harassment, and take issue with the current political climate. Why must this fight for equality be so damn difficult and exhausting?Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:International Women's DayUnited Nations: Gender EqualityEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Podcast - @tamingcrazyAlicya - @alicyaperreaultSu...
2020-03-0328 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Aging Parents and the Sandwich GenerationWe are never prepared for the reality of aging parents and it can be a challenging and difficult road for many of us. Many of us are raising children, working outside the home, and also becoming caregivers to our parents at the same time. Welcome to the Sandwich Generation!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources in this Episode:Generation SqueezeThe Sandwich GenerationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Podcast - @tamingcrazyAlicya...
2020-02-2534 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Empty Nest and All The RestEmpty Nest Syndrome isn't the same for everyone as we discover in this week's episode. Let's face it, parenting can have many challenges but when you're also going through your own difficult situation, navigating empty nest syndrome can be even more stressful. As usual, we're keeping it real and sharing our perspectives on this strange and emotional time of life.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Podcast - @tamingcrazyAlicya - @alicyaperreault...
2020-02-1835 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!What Men Need To Know!Perimenopause can be hard on relationships so we're sharing what we think men need to know about what's really happening during this often trying time. If you're going through perimenopause you might want to share this episode with your partner because as usual, we're laying it all out there. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:The North American Menopause SocietyMen...Let's Talk Menopause by Ruth DevlinEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Podcast - @tamingcrazy...
2020-02-1138 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Let's Get PhysicalPhysical exercise is important as we age. Some of us love it, while others struggle to fit it into our busy lives. Listen in as Alicya, Deb and Sue share their views on keeping fit in midlife!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and...
2020-02-0440 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Let's Talk About Mental HealthIt's #BellLetsTalk and we're opening up about our own mental health!We hope that by sharing our experiences it may help you feel more comfortable discussing your own. Mental health is vital in our overall health so let's keep talking about it and help stop the stigma. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Bell Let's TalkBlurt's Mental Health ToolkitCanadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental Health HelplinesUS Mental Health HelplinesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.com
2020-01-2843 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Is This a Midlife Crisis?Is it a midlife crisis or is it just a phase of life?Listen in as Alicya, Deb, and Sue share their views on the midlife crisis and why it's become a popular subject in the media.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Books we mentioned:Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife CrisisResources:Canadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental Health HelplinesUS Mental Health HelplinesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us...
2020-01-2139 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Small Goals & Zero Resolutions!Happy New Year. It's good to be back!How do you feel about New Year's resolutions? On today's episode, we're talking about resolutions, goals, and how we feel about the New Year.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Alicya's new Fit Bit7 Minute Workout on YouTube with LWR Fitness7 Minute Body Plan (Quick Workouts & Simple Recipes by Lucy Wyndham-Read)Canadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental Health HelplinesUS Mental Health HelplinesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.com...
2020-01-1427 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Christmas Stress, Overwhelm, and TraditionsChristmas can be a stressful time for many of us. Throw fluctuating hormones and lack of sleep into the mix and is it any wonder why some of us feel overwhelmed. Join Alicya, Deb & Sue as they share their Christmas experiences, their not so great moments, and what they love about this time of year. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:
2019-12-1738 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Who Was Your Childhood Crush?We're discussing childhood crushes this week.Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.
2019-12-1025 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Getting to Know Us: We're Answering Some Deep QuestionsAlicya, Deb & Sue answer some deep questions this week. They're giving a closer look at who they are, what they love, and what makes them tick. Their answers may surprise you!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Sponsors (or generous benefactors lol) can contact us at the following:Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive...
2019-12-0341 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Women and Alcohol: Are Midlife Women Drinking More?Join Alicya, Deb & Sue as they share their past experiences with alcohol and how they feel about drinking now that they're in midlife. Binge drinking, witnessing addiction & perimenopause has affected their alcohol use in different ways. What are your views on alcohol use? Are you drinking more or less than you used to?Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:North American Menopause Society (NAMS)National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAA)Rethinking DrinkingAlcohol Awareness WeekEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail...
2019-11-2625 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Does Perimenopause Affect The Whole Family?Join Alicya, Deb & Sue as they share how their symptoms have affected their family life. If you are going through perimenopause or live with someone going through it, this episode may help you navigate this often difficult time. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy...
2019-11-1928 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Women and Heart Disease: What You Need To KnowDid you know more women die from heart disease than all other diseases combined? Today we're chatting about the signs and symptoms of heart disease in women and what we can do to get informed. We're also sharing our thoughts on Cheryl Strachan's new cookbook and so much more! Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:The British Heart FoundationThe Canadian Heart & Stroke FoundationA Typical HeartThe 30 Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook by Cheryl Strachan Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.com...
2019-11-1228 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Fears, Phobias and Feelings: Where Do They Come From?We all have our own share of fears and anxieties but where do they come from? How do we prevent them from affecting our daily life? Join us as we share our funny (and not so funny) experiences with fear.We also discuss steps we can take as parents to help our children process their feelings (so they hopefully don't end up with the same anxieties as we have!)Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:...
2019-11-0530 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Perimenopause in the Workplace: What You Need To KnowWant to know how perimenopause can affect the workplace? As working women in midlife, we share our experiences in the hope that it helps break the silence around symptoms of perimenopause. Open discussions and workshops can help alleviate the shame that often surrounds women experiencing difficult symptoms.If you are an employer or work alongside women, this episode may help change how you think about perimenopause and will hopefully help you build a better, stronger work team. Perimenopause has a bigger impact than you think. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!
2019-10-2933 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Perimenopause Signs and Symptoms: What No One Tells UsJoin Alicya, Deb and Sue as they share their experiences with perimenopause. Did you know that there are over 35 symptoms of perimenopause including anxiety, depression and so much more? Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:The North American Menopause SocietyMenoPro Mobile AppMen… Let’s Talk Menopause by Ruth DevlinMenopause: The Change for the BetterHenpickedThe Vagina Bible by Dr. Jen GunterEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on T...
2019-10-2236 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Canadian Thanksgiving, Halloween and Pumpkin SpiceWe're discussing Pumpkin Spice, Canadian Thanksgiving, Halloween and for some strange reason, Kegels (don't ask how we got there, but we did!)Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter.Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya Perreault
2019-10-1527 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!The Beauty of Aging: Grey Hair, Chin Hair & All The RestThis week we're chatting about grey hair, chin hair, resting bitch face and so much more! Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter.Products mentioned in this episode:Magnetic eyelashesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the...
2019-10-0833 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Dr. Jen Gunter's The Vagina BibleIn this episode, we discuss Dr. Jen Gunter and her new book, The Vagina Bible. We're talking about what we think women should know about their bodies and why we believe the only V we should be steaming is our veggies! Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter.For more information on women's health sogc.orgThe North American Menopause SocietyEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more...
2019-10-0133 minThe Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!Could Your Mindset Be The Key To Living Your Best Life?Join Alicya, Deb and Sue as they share their views on mindset, midlife crisis, and why they believe women have more opportunities than ever before. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by...
2019-09-2623 min
The KevOle PodcastMental Health and Election CampaignsHow do we support those who have fears and concerns of a new government?How do you manage expectations of the government you voted for?How much Twitter is too much Twitter?Do we the public expect our politicians to sacrifice birthdays' and anniversaries?Alicya Perreault and I unpack mental health and the election on Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.Follow Alicya: @alicyaperreault https://alicyaperreault.com/Follow me:@kevoleSubscribe on ITunes and Spotifykevinolenick.com
2019-04-3057 minThe KevOle PodcastMental Health and Our Kids-Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.Welcome to Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.Follow meFacebook:Kevin Olenick, Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.Twitter:@kevoleSpreaker: @kevoleSoundcloud:@kevoleYou Tube:Kevin OlenickiTunes:Agree or Disagree:The Podcast.It’s back to school. The excitement of Tuesday happened. Pictures were posted. Smiles, tears, and hugs were shared.A beginning of a new year. A new chapter. New growth. Good things are coming. Growth, change,. Challenge.The excitement continues. Learning new things. Meeting new people. Making new friends.But,there may be...
2018-09-071h 08The KevOle PodcastAgree or Disagree: The Podcast-Alicya Perreault-Taming Crazy-Confessions and LessonsMental Health.Yes, it’s the summer. It’s hot. It’s time to relax. To clear you mind. To relax.Summer The time to refresh. The time to be clear.Very important.But, for some there is the back of your mind. Soon, ti will be fall. New job New grades. School. Some kind of transition. Or for others, while it is summer, you are dealing with anxiety, stress, and depression. There may be a number of reasons why. And you know what? It’s ok. Know you are not alon...
2018-07-1352 min